I occasionally seek thrills. I may or may not have ridden “The Beast” at the PNE 3 times in one day last year. So naturally, when I was given the opportunity to try out whitewater rafting with Canadian Outback Rafting in Squamish, I jumped at the chance. It was such a great experience for my…
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Camping 101 for Millennials
Being born in the 80’s makes me a millennial, and it just so happens that this millennial has recently gone on a weekend camping trip with friends to Twenty Mile Bay Recreation Site located along the shoreline of Harrison Lake. The trip from Burnaby is approximately 3 hours (over 1 hour on a bumpy logging…
Zumba and Movies are Taking Over Canada Place this Summer
Looking for fun and free activities in Vancouver this summer? Look no further than Canada Place where Zumba® and Waterfront Cinema will be taking place weekly from July 9 to August 27. Waterfront Cinema at Canada Place Back by popular demand, Waterfront Cinema will be hosted on the North Point at Canada Place. Guests…
Explore Edmonton: Elk Island National Park
For this year’s road trip to Alberta, we decided to take advantage of Canada150’s 2017 Free Discovery Parks pass to visit Elk Island National Park. Elk Island National Park is a federal park that is known for being a refuge for wildlife including bison, elk, and over 200 bird species. Elk Island National Park is…
WHISTLER PRESENTS FREE CONCERT LINE-UP FOR SUMMER 2017
What does Whistler sound like this summer? In its seventh season, “Whistler Presents,” free concert series will feature indie, soul, electro, funk, reggae, rock, and more. The live outdoor performances taking place over select weekends in August and September will showcase a variety of genres and styles as eclectic as Whistler’s summer guests. The…
Theatre Under the Stars – West Side Story
One of Broadway’s greatest love stories, West Side Story is one of the two musicals staged in this year’s Theatre Under the Stars at the Malkin Bowl in Stanley Park running until August 20, 2016. Directed by Sarah Rodgers, with TUTS alumnus Chris D. King as Musical Director, TUTS has brought to stage a tougher, grittier version…
Into the sky with Whistler Superfly Ziplines
When it comes to staycations in BC, I can imagine Whistler Blackcomb easily one of the top destinations, and not just in the winter! In the summer months, Whistler has a great variety of outdoor activities, including trail biking, sightseeing tours, jet boating, bungee jumping, horseback riding, ATV tours, white water rafting, and more. My friend…
Ride the Sea to Sky Gondola to Adventure
If you’re looking for adventure, look no further than your backyard. Set between Shannon Falls Provincial Park and the iconic Stawamus Chief Provincial Park, The Sea to Sky Gondola takes you on a ten minute gondola ride that goes over 885 metres above sea level to provide easy access to a wide array exciting activities. Taking…
Mary in Vancity 