City Categories: Outdoor Play

Skating & Snowshoeing in Vancouver: Where to Go

Sure, the cold weather and snow lose their appeal shortly after the holidays are over, but every winter in Canada is a long one, so we might as well embrace it. Here are some fun ways to make the most of winter weather as a family.

The Coolest Places to Have Winter Fun in & Around the GTA

“Winter fun” doesn’t have to be an oxymoron. Here’s how to embrace the season.

Best Apple Orchards around Toronto

It’s fall, and that means—oh yes, it’s time to look for a spot to pick apples and have some fall fun! We’ve searched out some of the lesser-known orchards to help you beat the crowds and have a lovely family outing.

The 4 Best Places to See Fall Foliage in Vancouver

Vancouver is known for its towering Douglas Firs, but its patchwork of autumn colours and gorgeous fall foliage are also a sight for eyes big and small to behold.

6 Fun, Family-Friendly Farms in the GTA

Is there anything better than a little kid seeing a cow or goat up close for the first time? If you don’t know the answer to this, you need to get your own child to the nearest farm, pronto.

6 Beautiful Campsites Within a Two-Hour Drive From Toronto

If full-on Algonquin-style camping isn’t for you, you can still find some beautiful places to camp within a two-hour drive from Toronto. Here are 6 provincial parks not too far away from home to explore.

5 Places to Take Your Kids Hiking This Summer

With summer here, the trails are calling to go hiking. South Western British Columbia has a bunch of great options for taking the kids hiking. Here are a few of our top picks.

Canoe Club & Kids Programs at Petrie Island this Summer

Check out the great beaches. Have a picnic. Or test out the kid’s canoe club and junior naturalists program. Basically, you need to see Petrie Island as a family this summer.

Vancouver Island Road Trip for Active Families

We live in a beautiful province and appreciate that by hopping in your car (and sometimes on a ferry) you can…

An Amazing Little Getaway: Harrison Hot Springs

Looking for a great day trip in the Vancouver area? Harrison Hot Springs is a 90 minute drive east of Vancouver and offers up the option for your family to just float around the hot springs-fed pools at the resort, or explore a ton of outdoorsy activities in the local area.