Thursday, July 5, 2012


At last the sun has arrived in Vernon BC!

Vernon offers endless options when looking for family friendly things to do

The Civic sounds begins this Thursday and many people have asked about it see the schedule of entertainers at www.downtownvernon.com . As well the Mackie House is running an “Ice Cream Extravaganza” learn how to make homemade ice cream details at www.mackiehouse.ca . The downtown Murals are running 2 for 1 deal until August 31 so stop and see them at 3101 29 Street Vernon BC.

Some other ideas might include a picnic in one of Vernon’s gorgeous green spaces such as Justice Park, Kin Park or Polson Park. All of our city parks are groomed to perfection with large shade trees and most of them have picnic tables for your enjoyment. The beaches are busy Kalamalka Beach has a great dock and lots of sandy beach area. Paddle boards, Kayak & Canoe rentals are available right at the beach on Kalamalka lake road. Kin Beach on Lakeshore has a fabulous kid’s play area and covered bbq spot for your convenience.

These are just a few suggestions there are dozens of cool things to do here in Vernon! Stop by or give us a call for more ideas or details when planning your trip.

 The Vernon Visitor Centre & Vernon’s North Discovery Centre are open late daily So...... pitch a tent, sing a song, sample the ale, soar with the eagles, time to be , family friendly, walk on the beaches, hike to far reaches ........ Check in, check it out, and make Vernon yours!

Vernon Visitor Centre

701 Highway 97 South

Vernon,BC V1B 3W4

P. 250.542.1415

Toll Free 1.800.665.0795

Fax 250.275.0114

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