Can you feel it? The weather is getting warming, the days are getting longer, flowers are popping up all over the city – spring is in the air. And while all the seasons have their upsides, springtime in Vancouver with kids is especially fun. Here are a few things to check out with your little one this year.
Enjoying Springtime in Vancouver with Little Ones
Take a Hike
Springtime in Vancouver is a great time to get outside, enjoy some fresh air and enjoy the spectacular natural setting of our city. Wondering where to get started? We rounded up five kid-friendly Vancouver hikes that you can enjoy with your family. Read more here – Five Family-Friendly Vancouver Hikes
Check out the Cherry Blossoms
The Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival happens every year in spring. This year it kicks off on March 24, 2016. There are lots of blossom-y events happening around the city including tree plantings, Bike the Blossoms and the Sakura Days Japan Fair. Find out more here – www.vcbf.ca
Plant a Garden
Gardening with your little ones is a great way to celebrate springtime in Vancouver. You get outdoors together. They learn where their food comes from. And sometimes they’ll even sample veggies they would never try otherwise, because they grew the food themselves. With community gardens all across the city – and more being added all the time – it’s never been easier. Here are our tips for getting started – Gardening in Vancouver with Kids
Visit the Baby Animals
We recently told you about Maplewood Farm on the North Shore. It’s been a favourite destination for local families for more than 40 years, and for good reason. At this time of year there are baby animals around, too, which makes a visit extra-special. Read more here – Maplewood Farm: Family Fun on the North Shore
Go to a Playground
Springtime in Vancouver means more visits to local playgrounds for a swing or a slide. There are great play spaces all across the city, but we recently shared six of our favourites. Add these to your list and enjoy a great spring and summer. Read all about it here – Vancouver Playgrounds: Six Worth Checking Out