Archive for the ‘cheap things to do’ Category

Metro Vancouver Park Series: Cates Park

June 29th, 2009 by Miss604   7 Comments

Summer to us means packing up John’s big blue backpack and heading down to the beach. We walk through forest trails that open up into sprawling sandy shores and rest for hours in the open air. Snacks include fresh fruit and water, while we either read books or use the headphone splitter to enjoy the [...]

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Rio Tinto Alcan Dragon Boat Festival 2009

June 19th, 2009 by Miss604   3 Comments

Last year John and I were able to fully cover the Dragon Boat Festival, from land and the water. We’ll be out of town this weekend however it’s a fantastic free event for all happening June 20-21st in False Creek that is definitely worth checking out this year.

The races are fun to watch, participants [...]

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Whalley Community Festival 2009

June 19th, 2009 by Miss604   No Comments

The 11th Annual Whalley Community Festival is happening this Saturday from 10:00am until 6:00pm. There’s no shortage of activities happening this weekend, from the Ride to Conquer Cancer, to Chip’s Not Dead Yet, and Vancouver’s first ChangeCamp however, this one’s special for me. I’m proud of my hometown, and to say that I’m a former [...]

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Metro Vancouver Park Series: Belcarra Regional Park

June 18th, 2009 by Miss604   7 Comments

I was inspired to create an entry for my Metro Vancouver Park Series after my recent kayaking trip so here’s what you’ll need to know about exploring Belcarra.

Metrics: 1,100 hectares (2,718 acres) with 22 km of hiking trails and 9.5kms of bike trails.
Lake Sasamat – Photo credit: jkaneda on Flickr
How to Get There: There are [...]

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Metropolis at Metrotown’s Dinosaurs Unearthed

June 17th, 2009 by Miss604   6 Comments

The new Dinosaurs Unearthed exhibit at Metropolis at Metrotown is designed to inform and entertain kids and adults alike throughout these school-free summer months. I stopped by recently with my sister and my nephews to check things out and take their free guided tour.

We started off at the Grand Court (where I have [...]

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Vancouver Canadians Girls of Summer

June 16th, 2009 by Miss604   1 Comment

The Vancouver Canadians are hoping to increase engagement with the ladies at the baseball diamond with their Girls of Summer campaign.
“This year, we have developed an entire marketing strategy that speaks to women who are looking for fun, safe and affordable entertainment experience”, says Andy Dunn, President, Vancouver Canadians.
“Whether they are coming to the Nat [...]

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Skateboard Week in Vancouver

June 15th, 2009 by Miss604   2 Comments

Photo credit: uncleweed on Flickr
It is officially “Skateboard Week in Vancouver” according to a proclamation made by the Vancouver Park Board on behalf of the City. I remember the days when Vancouver outdoor staircases, plazas, fountains, and buildings were being retrofitted with skateboard-proof knobs and bumps. My, how we’ve come a long way.
“Skateboarding has come [...]

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New Westminster 150 Heritage Trolley Tour

June 15th, 2009 by Miss604   2 Comments

It’s New Westminster’s 150th anniversary so they’re celebrating with events and activities throughout the year. Yesterday while out and about for my third annual Sapperton Days adventure I found out about a heritage trolley tour taking place next weekend.

Six trolleys will be running around town on Saturday, June 20th and you can hop on/hop off [...]

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