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Milner Gardens Fall Colour Days new
http://www.viu.ca/milnergardens/
10:00 am – 3:00 pm Oct 30th and 31st
Bring the children for a Jack O'Lantern search and scarecrow trails. Admission by donation. Enjoy soup and scones in the tearoom from 11 am to 2:30 pm.
FMI 250-752-6153 or www.milnergardens.org
Cedar Search at Milner Gardens & Woodland new
Milner Gardens & Woodland has a family activity from Aug 2 to Aug 8, 2010 called “Cedar Search”. Children 12 and under free when accompanied by an adult. Using a map, search the forest where you will meet BC's official tree, the Western Red Cedar (Thuja Plicata). As you follow your map you will learn a whole bunch of facts about this amazing tree. When all Cedar questions have been answered, return with your map to the Welcome & Interpretive Centre. Your answers will be reviewed for a certificate of completion issued in your name, and you will receive a souvenir of your BC Day experience at Milner Gardens & Woodland. Open 10 am to 5 pm. Last entry at 4:30 pm. Sorry, no pets permitted except guide and assistance dogs.
BC Day Picnic at Milner Gardens & Woodland new
Milner Gardens invites you to a picnic on the lawn on BC Day, Monday, August 2nd. Come enjoy a day with your family and friends at Milner Gardens.
We encourage you to bring a blanket and a picnic lunch on the front lawn or in the orchard. There will be a refreshment stand with smokies and hotdogs available.
There will be live music as well as lawn games set up around the Garden for everyone to enjoy.
Regular admission and membership rates apply.
Open 10:00am to 5:00pm FMI, please visit www.milnergardens.org
Us Three Yoga Camps and Retreats popular
Camps, Retreats, Workshops Drumming And Mindfulness For Children, Parents and Elders. Early Childhood Educator Bonita Finotti offers her camps and workshops in beautiful Parksville Qualicum Beach and Mexico
Qualicum Toy Shop
http://www.qualicumtoyshop.com
The Qualicum Toy Shop: Vintage, Retro and Handmade Toys - Qualicum Beach, Vancouver Island. Unique toys, puzzles and games.
Miniature World Victoria
http://www.miniatureworld.com/
Victoria Attractions Miniature World Tourist attraction in Victoria, BC, Canada! See 80 miniature displays of places, events and themes in fantasy and history. Extraordinary miniature dioramas
Milner Gardens & Woodland Music in the Garden
Classics on Saturday and Jazz on Sunday. Music from 12:30 to 4:00 p.m., rain or shine.
Tickets may be purchased at Milner Gardens in person or by phone, and in person only at VIU Main Campus Bookstore and Turley’s Florists in Nanaimo, and the Parksville, Nanoose and Qualicum Beach branches of the Coastal Community Credit Union.
Single day: Regular $30, Members/youth/VIU student $25
Both days: Regular $55, Members/youth/VIU student $45
Gate opens at 11:30 a.m. Please show your Milner Gardens membership card for discounted tickets.
Wine, beer and food sales available. No off site liquor permitted.
Tickets are non-refundable, and may be purchased at gate. Sorry, on August 14th and 15th the garden is open only to ticket holders. No pets permitted except guide and assistance dogs.
Classical Music in the Garden:
August 14th – 12:30 – 4:00 p.m. – Featuring:
A Touch of Brass
Rosemary Lindsay
The Music in the Garden Chamber Players with Mark Fewer
Joseph Elworthy
Terence Tam
Kenneth Broadway
Isabelle Roland
Jazz in the Garden:
August 15th – 12:30 – 4:00 p.m. – Featuring:
PDAMCA Student Ensemble
Bridge Quartet
Jillian Lebeck
Brad Turner with Strings
Fire And Ice Street Festival Qualicum Beach
http://www.fireandicestreetfestival.com
The 18th Annual Fire and Ice Street Festival - Qualicum Beach, BC. Saturday, May 1st, 2010. Chili Tasting, Entertainment, Ice Carving and Family Fun!
Duncan Summer Festival, Free Festival of Family Fun
http://www.cowichanfestival.com
Summer Festival in Duncan, free family fun, parades, children's day, clowns, free entertainment, contests, show and shine
Bellies, Birth and Babies Fair
http://www.comoxvalleydoulas.com/pages/show?title=BBB+Fair
May 29, 2010. 10am-4pm. The second annual Bellies, Birth, & Babies Fair, hosted by The Comox Valley Doulas, is for new and expecting parents and families. It will showcase local products and services, a separate room hosting a series of free workshops, and an additional space for free childminding. Hourly door prizes donated by local businesses and event vendors, free admission and ample parking and stroller/wheelchair accessible facilities. Workshops and demos this year will include infant massage, belly casting, baby wearing, and "Birthing from Within".
Filberg Festival, Comox BC popular
http://www.filbergfestival.com/
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An annual summer event on the enchanting grounds of the Filberg Lodge and Park in Comox, Vancouver Island, BC Canada, features superb arts and crafts, delightful music and fun entertainment
Cyber City Adventures popular
http://www.cybercityadventures.com/
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Cyber City Adventures : Where The Adventures Begin - Fun For The Whole Family in Nanaimo BC Canada - A Vancouver Island Amusement Park
Paradise Fun Park popular
http://www.paradisefunpark.net/
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Paradise Fun Park offers two world class miniature golf courses and a fully serviced Vancouver Island RV Parks, making it an ideal family vacation destination. Mini-golf, bumper boats, amusement centre, family fun, family vacation. Parksville RV Parks, Vancouver Island, BC
Adventures Horne Lake popular
http://www.hornelake.com/caving_programs.htm
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Voted "Best Natural Outdoor Site in BC" by Attractions Canada! Thrilling underground trips range from mild to wild. Hourly guided tours, crystal-filled rooms, fossils, marble passages, even rappel an underground waterfall! Camping available, canoe / kayak rentals.
Takala Trails Ranch popular
http://www.takalatrailsranch.com
Hike, Bike or Ride--
Enjoy the tranquility of the great outdoors in the comfort of our cottage located among the tall timbers in the back of our 48 acre horse ranch. RV sites also available as well as paddocks for your horse, or rent one from us. Our property backs on to hundreds of acres of trails and backcountry roads ideal for a horseback riding, trail bikes, ATVs or just hiking. We are also conveniently located to many other amenities this area has to offer such as, the Bungy Zone, Chemainus, the famous Town of Murals, Boat Marinas, Golf Courses and a very easy drive to Victoria.
Pacific Playgrounds RV & Campground
http://www.pacificplaygrounds.com/
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Centrally located on Vancouver Island , we are your gateway to year round recreation. Relax with round of golf, enjoy world class skiing, or take a romantic walk on the beach - Pacific Playgrounds has it all.
Victoria Bug Zoo
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A visit to this must see zoo offers visitors an excellent opportunity to view and experience multi-legged creatures from around the world in a safe, fun and friendly atmosphere. Get up close and personal with LIVE giant walkingsticks, alien-eyed praying mantids, hairy tarantulas and glow-in-the-dark scorpions, to name a few.
Ucluelet Aquarium
http://www.uclueletaquarium.org/
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The mission of the Ucluelet Aquarium Society is to raise awareness about local marine biodiversity and promote respect for the ocean environment.
The Alternative, Tofino's Indoor Climbing Gym
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The Alternative is Tofino's source for indoor recreation. It offers a great atmosphere for all ages, with plenty of opportunity to excel and develop new skills. Climbing is a great way to challenge and strengthen your body. We offer a variety of routes of all difficulty levels so the options are endless!
Sooke Canada Day Celebration
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July 1st Family fun day, superb food, challenging games & contests for all ages, live music, crafts, clowns and fireworks at dusk.
Riptide Lagoon Adventure Mini Golf
(1 vote)
Adventure mini-golf near Parksville BC, golf leagues, groups and parties, fundraising and family fun
World Parrot Refuge
The World Parrot Refuge is an educational facility that provides a "Home for Life" for previously owned pet parrots, and is operated by the "For the Love Of Parrots Refuge Society". located in Coombs, BC
Westshore Quilters' Guild Show and Sale
http://www.westshorequiltersguild.com
March 27, 2009 - March 29, 2009
Symphony Of Quilts. Westshore QG Quilt Show. Special displays, live music, merchant’s mall, concession, raffle quilts, door prizes, guild boutique, and, hands on demonstrations.
Eagle Ridge Community Centre, 1089 Langford Parkway, Langford, BC
Friday and Saturday, 10 am to 6 pm, Sunday 10 am to 4 pm,
Admission $5
Joyce Wallace 250-294-0373
wqg2009show@shaw.ca
http://www.westshorequiltersguild.com
Vancouver Island Exhibition - Nanaimo
Each August, the Vancouver Island Exhibition provides a setting for the last big event of summer. This years theme is COUNTRY ROOTS AND COWBOY BOOTS! Come to the VIEx evaluated BEST FAIR IN BC for 2009!
Tiger Lily Farms
Tiger Lily farm features a family friendly Petting Farm and Trail Rides through majestic Vancouver Island Coastal forest. We cater special events such as birthday parties, weddings, and community fairs, offering pony rides, horse and buggy, petting zoo, and more.
Royal London Wax Museum Victoria
Royal London Wax Museum Victoria
Romper Room Indoor Rock Climbing Center
http://www.climbromperroom.com/
Since 1996 the Romper Room has been Vancouver Islands Premier Indoor Rock Climbing destination ...For Fun ...For Fitness ...To Challenge Your Mind! We are dedicated to providing a safe and fun climbing experience for everyone!
Qualicum Beach Family Day
http://www.qbfamilyday.com/index.asp
Every year on the last Sunday in May the town comes together to celebrate our community. Since 1976, Family Day has been an annual event sponsored by the Town of Qualicum Beach, meant to bring the community together for a free festive day. Family Day festivities draw a crowd of over 3,000 plus smiling faces. Start the day off with the Shriner's pancake breakfast at 8:30 - 11:30a.m. The pancake breakfast is held at the Civic Centre in the parking area.
Pumpkin Pie Kids
http://www.pumpkinpiekids.com/
Pumpkin Pie Kids Wear in Nanaimo - Quality childrens clothing, shoes and toys, Newborn to preteen
Parksville Kids Fest
Kids of all ages can have fun with plenty of Games, Entertainers, awesome Prizes, the Children's Sandcastle competion and plenty more at this August event in Parksville
Paradise Sea Shell Motel
http://www.paradiseseashellmotel.com/
The Paradise Sea Shell Motel / Hotel in Parksville, BC, is on Vancouver Island. A Parksville Motel with discount accommodation, it is an ideal pet-friendly resort for families to enjoy the beautiful beaches of Parksville Bay. One of the few Parksville Motels where Pets are welcome
Pacific Undersea Gardens
http://www.pacificunderseagardens.com/
Visit the amazing Pacific Undersea Gardens and GO DEEP in Victoria’s Inner Harbour. See the Live Dive Show in our exclusive Undersea Theatre on the bottom of the sea!
Museum at Campbell River - native North American Indian Art
First Nations and northwest native American Indian art, prints, handmade sterling silver & gold jewelry, ceremonial Indian masks, porcelain dolls, woven baskets, drums, rattles, carvings and more
Loyal Nanaimo Bathtub Society
Nanaimo Marine Festival &
“Great” INTERNATIONAL WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP BATHTUB RACE, JULY 27th 2008 11AM SHARP BATHTUB PARADE JULY 26 10:30AM
Kris Kringle Christmas Craft Fair
A one-of-a-kind juried art and crafts show nestled in the beautiful Town of Qualicum Beach, featuring over 120 Exhibitors showing this year that are talented, creative artists and craftspeople from all over BC at the most beautifully decorated Christmas show.
Greater Victoria Youth Orchestra
Founded in 1986, the Greater Victoria Youth Orchestra has been producing outstanding orchestral music for over twenty years. Season after season, the GVYO presents a truly impressive range of repertoire to Victoria’s audiences, sharing their magnificent music with school children at home and as far afield as Haida Gwaii (2001) and the Yukon Territory (2006).
Discover The Past - Tours in Victoria
http://www.discoverthepast.com/
"Ghostly Walks and history tours in Victoria British Columbia Canada with historian John Adams explore Old Town, Chinatown, city sights.
Cumberland Museum
http://www.cumberlandmuseum.ca
The Cumberland Museum & Archives is operated by the Board of Directors of the Cumberland and District Historical Society. Their aim is to protect and present the Village of Cumberland's rich and colourful past
Courtenay Museum and Paleontology Centre
http://www.courtenaymuseum.ca/
Welcome to the Courtenay and District Museum and Palaeontology Centre, Courtenay, Vancouver Island. For over 45 years we've been keen about the natural and cultural heritage of the breathtaking Comox Valley, located on the shores of the Strait of Georgia - and we like to show it off.
Are we serious about what we do? You bet - science, academic research, interpretation, preservation - and having fun!
Coombs Fair and Oceanside Garden Show
Oceanside Garden Show and the annual Coombs Fair on Vancouver Island. Presented by Arrowsmith Agricultural Association, 4-H displays, chicken races
Breakers Resort on Saratoga Beach
For generations, families have returned to the Breakers Resort for the combination of exceptional customer service, breathtaking surroundings, easy access from major centers, and countless options for activities and entertainment.
BC Forest Discovery Museum
http://www.bcforestmuseum.com/
Visit the rich heritage of BC's forests with this museum in Duncan, Vancouver Island. Old steam train tour, trestle bridge, and logging displays and artifacts
Adrena Line Zipline Adventure Tours
Experience an exhilarating ride up to 60km/hr as you soar up to 150 feet off the ground on eight scenic zipline courses ranging from 150 feet to an unforgettable 1000 feet.
Royal BC Museum
http://www.royalbcmuseum.bc.ca/
(1 vote)
The Royal BC Museum is one of the foremost cultural institutions in the world. Since 1886, we have been British Columbia's provincial museum, collecting artifacts, documents and specimens of BC's natural and human history, safeguarding them for the future, and sharing them with the world.
Wild Play at the Bungy Zone
Wild Play Element Parks outside Nanaimo has outdoor activities including aerial tree courses, bungy jumping, King Swing and zip lines.
Sooke Potholes
Sooke PotHoles Regional Park is a swimmers paradise located on the banks of the spectacular Sooke River. Enjoy the views, explore the trails or take a refreshing dip on a hot summer day! Just a 30 minute car ride beyond the urban core, the Sooke potholes are one of the more popular swimming spots in the capital region.
Pacific Northwest Raptors
Pacific Northwest Raptors specializes in training and working with captive-bred birds of prey, training their handlers, and in educating the public about raptors. They are located in Duncan, B
Fisgard Lighthouse
http://www.fisgardlighthouse.com
Fisgard Lighthouse Historical Site Victoria Vancouver Island
Beacon Hill Park Victoria
Children's farm and park in the heart of Victoria. Beacon Hill Park is one of downtown Victoria's crown jewels. The 200 acres was officially established as a park in 1882,
