[vc_row]“Mom, can I have a 12 hour nap?” Tired and beyond exhausted, my seven year old crossed the finish line. Soaking wet from head to toe with chilly 8 degree mountain air surrounding him, he was in a bit of physical shock and wanting a warm blanket and to rest. He wouldn’t yet be able [...]
[vc_row]One of the biggest benefits of being at The Glen is all of the outdoor adventures that lie just outside our front doors! We put together our list of our favorite Summer day trips from the Glen. Here are the top nine Summer Day Trips From The Glen! Waterfalls at Whatcom Falls Park Located [...]
[vc_row]The Glen at Maple Falls is a beautiful recreational property and is only a 20 minute drive South of the Sumas border crossing in Abbotsford. The property is 700 acres and has 1200 lots, making it a whole community within itself. It’s the perfect base-camp for adventures year round, whether you want to head over [...]
Are you interested in taking your family camping but are not sure where to start? It can seem a bit overwhelming for those looking to book their first camping experience. From trying to navigate booking websites, to what to pack and what groceries to bring. Staying home could be the easier choice, but certainly not [...]
By now, you’ve probably seen the ads on the TV or heard the radio commercials for the Great Wolf Lodge chain of resorts. And if you haven’t, your kids probably have! Lucky for those of us who live in the Greater Vancouver area in BC, there is one in Grand Mound, Washington, a 4-hour drive [...]
We were welcomed into Anacortes on a dark and rainy night but once we found our hotel we were excited to sneak inside and cuddle into our room. The Marina Inn was a pleasant surprise as rooms were updated with deluxe accommodations that were perfect for our young family. Here’s the top then things we [...]
Every Store has a Story When you take a stroll through historic downtown Anacortes you are surrounded by a unique combination of old and new that only Anacortes can offer. This popular seaside small town boasts a variety of old historic shops that have been in the community for over 100 years. While you can [...]
We were fortunate enough to be invited to the town’s Christmas Tree lighting and we’re thrilled to learn that their “tree” was actually a collection of stacked up prawn traps, garland, and nautical-themed décor. What a perfectly splendid way to represent the community and the industries that supports it. The Christmas tree had extra special [...]
You’ve heard about Geocaching, now it’s time to get out there and do it! What is Geocaching? Geocaching involves following GPS coordinates and clues to locate a hidden 'cache' at a nearby location. Geocaching communities are active all around the world, and there are bound to be some nearby no matter where you are. These [...]
This past weekend we decided to take the trek down to Skagit Valley to check out the Tulip Festival. I never knew looking at a bunch of flowers could be so exciting! The festival itself runs for a month and is what the organizers consider a “driving festival” meaning there are a TON of farms [...]
