We have been taking our daughter to the zoo since she was a toddler and she still loves going today. Perennial Zoo members we take full advantage of our membership and often use the zoo as a last minute spot to go spend time as a family. We feel that the Greater Vancouver Zoo does a nice job of providing large habitats for the animals under their care as well as keeping them well cared for and entertained. The train is loads of fun and a good way for people with limited mobility to see a large portion of the zoo without having to walk the whole way...the engineer is also the narrator and has interesting little tidbits to tell about some of the animals. They also rent bicycles that fit four people (two pedaling and two riding) for those who still want to get a little exercise but make sure they don't miss anything. The only small criticism I have is around the amenities. The snack bar is a little plain and the bathrooms could use a little sprucing up. That said I would rather they invest as much of their budget as they can into the care of the animals. Visit the Greater Vancouver Zoo for a fun and interesting family experience!Read more
The 'step by step switch' was designed and built by retired BC Telephone Company employees for BC Tel's 100th Anniversary, and donated by them. Pick up the telephone at either end and dial the number listed. You can now watch how the switch processes your call. Bring a friend to answer the call.
Al Anderson Memorial Pool is a 25 metre, heated outdoor pool located in beautiful City Park. Renowned for our amazing swimming lessons and special events, you and your family will definitely want to spend time with us this season!
Douglas Recreation Centre located in beautiful Douglas Park offers a wide variety of recreation programs for all ages. Drop-in & registered programs and rentals available at Douglas Recreation Centre.
The ACT is the home for culture and live entertainment in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows. We are a non-profit public resource serving the artistic and cultural needs of the diverse audiences in our community. The ACT offers a wide range of activities throughout the year including live music, theatre and comedy to classes, workshops and events. The ACT also houses the Maple Ridge Art Gallery, presenting the best of visual arts in our community. The ACT's 500 seat main stage theatre offers great site-lines from every angle, comfortable seats wonderful sound and an intimate ambience.
The Powerhouse at Stave Falls has a way of engaging a wide variety of visitors, from individuals to families and school groups. With an amazing Tesla coil electricity demonstration and many interactive and historic displays, guests can take a walk back through time to see how power has helped build our province. This 100-year-old power generating facility is also a National Historic Site of Canada where guests can comb through archival photos, artifacts and explore the original mechanical and electrical components installed over a century ago.
Because of its unique historic features, many television shows and movies have been filmed on-site. You'll be walking through a real life movie set.