children

Jul12

Here’s a list of fun activities for kids in Vernon, British Columbia:

  1. Visit Predator Ridge Resort: The resort offers a variety of outdoor activities for kids, including mini golf, tennis, swimming, and hiking. Kids can enjoy the beautiful scenery and have fun playing sports with their family. The resort also has a restaurant and a lounge area where families can relax and grab a bite to eat.
  2. Take a trip to the Vernon Public Art Gallery: The Vernon Public Art Gallery is a great place for kids to learn about art. It features rotating exhibitions of local and national artists, with a focus on contemporary and modern art. The gallery also has educational programs for kids, including art classes and workshops where they can learn new skills and techniques.
  3. Play at Polson Park: Polson Park is a large park with a playground, beach access to Okanagan Lake, and picnic areas. Kids can play on the playground, go for a swim in the lake, and have a picnic with their family. The park also has open green spaces for kids to run around and play games.
  4. Explore the Vernon Farmers Market: The Vernon Farmers Market is a great place for kids to learn about local produce and meet farmers. They can sample different types of food and see how it’s made. The market also has craft stalls where kids can see unique handmade items.
  5. Visit the Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre: The Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre is a great place for families to enjoy performing arts events such as plays, musicals, and concerts. It’s a great way for kids to experience different forms of entertainment and broaden their cultural horizons.
  6. Spend the day at Adventure Bay Family Water Park: Adventure Bay Family Water Park is an indoor water park that’s great for kids of all ages. It has slides, pools, and a lazy river, as well as a snack bar where families can grab a bite to eat. Kids can enjoy hours of fun splashing around and trying out all the different attractions.
  7. Hike the trails at Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park: Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park has several easy hiking trails with breathtaking views of Kalamalka Lake. It’s a great place for families to enjoy a day in nature and get some exercise. The trails are suitable for all ages and abilities, so kids can explore and experience the beauty of the area.
  8. Visit the Vernon Museum and Archives: The Vernon Museum and Archives is a great place for kids to learn about the history of Vernon and the surrounding area. It has interactive exhibits and programs that are both educational and fun. Kids can see artifacts and learn about the area’s past, including its indigenous history, and get a better understanding of the world around them.

These are just a few of the many fun activities for kids in Vernon. Each activity offers something unique and exciting, so families can choose what they enjoy the most and have a great time together.

Hoof Prints Barnyard
Feb18

Spend the day at Hoof Prints Barnyard

It is a proven fact that interacting with animals can boost a humans mood. What better way to spend the day than to spend it at a petting zoo!

Hoof Prints Barnyard is Kelowna’s only petting zoo and an ethical farm animal rescue facility. This petting zoo is located on 8 acres of land and has lots of fun family things to do!
Whether you go on an open public day, have a private event or go for a birthday party there is always something going on. There is over 70 farm animals on the property that you can view and interact with. Hoof Prints Barnyard uses all the entrance donations and anything else they make at the farm for the animals on the farm whether it is food or their medical needs. Host your kids birthday party here with pony rides, the petting zoo, roasting marshmallows on the fire when the fire ban isn’t in affect and indoor western themed party room.

Have you heard of Goga?

This is a very popular event that must be pre booked. Come spend an hour doing yoga with the goats. The goats are babies still and will be wearing their yoga outfits with their diapers. They will jump on you and go under you while you are doing yoga like you are their own personal jungle gym. This is something that should be on everyone’s bucket lists – Yoga with goats! $20 for adults, $10 for kids 8-15, or $50 for 2 adults and two children.

On Public days the farm is open to everyone to come enjoy.

Admission is a minimum $5 donation for anyone over the age of 3. Attend the bonfire and roast some marshmallows after enjoying a hot dog from the concession stand. Spend some time with the family in the petting zoo area or play in the play area with your loved ones making some memories.  If being on the farm and spending time outdoors is your thing, spend some more time here hosting your family reunion or having a wedding. Be sure to bring cash as this is the only type of payment Hoof Prints Barnyard accepts.

 

 

 

Planning a family vacation in Kelowna? Call  our reservations line on 1-888-226-5566 or email rentals@lacasacottageresort.com to find your perfect cottage.

 

Written by Megan Harder

Feb06

If you are looking for a family game that will not only entertain your family members but will also develop creativity and expand vocabulary, this game is the perfect choice!

The dictionary game is great for a big family, or a group of friends. All you need is an old dictionary! (or you can simply download a dictionary app on your mobile phone). One person chooses an unknown word from the dictionary and the rest of the people write a fake definition for this word (trust us, this part is very funny!). The person who picked the word adds a card with the correct definition and shuffles it with suggested answers. After this he/she reads all definitions aloud and players vote for what they think is the true definition. Players earn points when they guess the right definition. Players can also gain points for having the most picked INCORRECT definition (So it pays to be creative!).

This game will not only bring a lot of fun to your family evening but also will help to learn a lot of new words in a game form (especially useful for the youngest family members ☺).

And if you’re looking for a great snack to boost brain power during game night, why not prepare this delicious Chocolate Banana Smoothie

Jump2It Kelowna
Jan05

Got kids with lots of energy to burn? Jump2It Kelowna is the perfect indoor playground in Kelowna for kids of all ages! Comprising entirely of inflatable bouncers with numerous slides, challenging obstacles and bouncy castles, Jump2It is the ideal place for kids to spend a fun-filled day!
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