Eating local--or, at least, as local as possible--has become an aspiration for more and more Vancouverites. We understand that "locavore" eating helps both the environment (keeping our carbon footprint low) and our local growers and farmers; we also know how much better fresh fruits, vegetables, fish, and meats taste compared to those shipped from afar.
Which is where Vancouver Farmer's Markets come in. Scattered throughout Vancouver--there are now six major farmer's markets in the city, with a new Kerrisdale Farmer's Market debuting this July--Vancouver Farmer's Markets are the perfect spots for buying fresh, organic local food, as well as artisan crafts.
Vancouver Farmer's Markets typically run one day a week, from mid-May through early October. The Trout Lake and Kitsilano Farmers' Markets have already "opened" for the summer season (on May 12 and May 20, respectively), with markets in the West End, Main Street and Oak Street starting in early June. Find a complete list of 2012 farmer's markets dates/times/locations here: Vancouver Farmer's Markets 2012.
Photo by Dana Lynch
The long Victoria Day weekend marks the start of camping season in Vancouver (which runs from mid-May through September), and there are lots of options for outdoor fun to choose from, from family-friendly trips to Alice Lake or Golden Ears Provincial Park to backcountry camping for serious outdoorspeople.
Plan your Vancouver camping trip with my Guide to Camping in Vancouver: Top Spots for Camping Near Vancouver, BC. The Guide includes:
- Top Provincial Parks for Camping
- Top Spots for Backcountry & Wilderness Camping
- Vancouver RV Parks & Campgrounds
- Tips for planning your Vancouver camping trip.
Please share your own picks for top camping spots near Vancouver in the comments--I'd love to hear from you!
Image Courtesy of Tourism BC/JF Bergeron
Victoria Day (Monday, May 21) and the long May weekend are this weekend--so take advantage of the extra day to celebrate the start of summer season in Vancouver!
Top 10 Things to Do in Vancouver for Victoria Day Weekend 2012
- Grab dim sum and waffles at a summer night market: Summer Night Market in Richmond, Richmond Night Market & Vancouver Chinatown Night Market
- Sample local beers: Vancouver Craft Beer Week 2012
- Watch bull riders and Ladies Barrel Racing at the 66th Annual Cloverdale Rodeo & Country Fair
- Have fun for FREE: Top 10 Free Things to Do in Vancouver
- Shop! Top 10 Vancouver Shopping Destinations
- Take the kids to Vancouver's Best Attractions for Kids
- Spend the day in Stanley Park: Stanley Park Top 10
- Explore B.C. & Washington State: Best Vancouver Day Trips & Weekend Getaways
- Run naked on Wreck Beach
- Be a tourist in your own town: Top 10 Vancouver Attractions
Bonus: If it rains: Top 10 Rainy Day & Indoor Activities in Vancouver
Image Courtesy of Tourism Vancouver