It's all about the great outdoors when it comes to looking for things to do with the family this holiday season.
Skating, skiing, briskly hiking or taking a leisurely stroll on a quiet day, these are all safe activities that can be done in a COVID-friendly way. Be sure to follow all the latest pandemic protocols, guidelines and restrictions during this ever-changing time.
There's nothing like the cheery sight of lots of bright lights to warm the holiday-spirit seeking soul.
If it's an over-the-top glittery spectacle residents are looking for then the Celebration of Lights at the Central BC Railway and Forestry Museum offers a drivethru COVID-friendly event this year so guests can enjoy a tour of more than 100,000 lights on display from Dec. 18 to 23 and Dec. 27 to 30 from 5 to 9 p.m.
To make the museum's biggest annual fundraiser a COVID-friendly event, it's been adapted to accommodate as many people as possible as safely as possible.
This is the museum's biggest annual fundraiser. It's $15 per vehicle and to register in advance visit the museum or go online to book a spot at events.pgrfm.bc.ca.
Then continue to explore the hot spots for great light displays like Candy Cane Lane that starts just off Upland Avenue on McKenzie Avenue.
There are extensive groomed ski trails for cross country skiing at the Nordic Ski Centre on Otway. Get all the details at caledonianordic.com and the Hart Ski Hill is in fine form and offers an adventure just minutes from downtown. For more information visit hartskihill.com.
Skating fans can find a local ice rink in any local neighbourhood to get a little outdoor fun.
If scenic walks are on the schedule, hit the trails in and around the city. The Caledonia Hiking Club has gathered an extensive list together that helps everyone make an informed decision on where to go. For more information visit caledoniaramblers.ca/trails
If the great indoors is more appealing have a family game night marathon and get all those old games out of the basement and onto the coffee table. Games always inspire a hearty laugh and some good-natured teasing is a great perk during these isolating times.
