Southwest Washington is a simple hop over the Columbia from Portland, and includes Vancouver, Camas, Washougal, Battle Ground and Ridgefield in Clark County. An area known for family-friendly events, here are some favorite activities in the area. Indoor Play Spaces If the rain has got you down, the Vancouver area has the answer. There are […]
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The suburb of Camas is named after the Camas lily, a delicate, purple spring bloom whose root bulbs were harvested by local Indigenous people as an important food source. Historically, people recognized the area for industry, not nature, as the city grew around Henry Pittock’s paper mill, the producer of the paper upon which The
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We are here for all the fun and events this holiday season in Southwest Washington.
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It’s that time of year. Rainy season has arrived and parents everywhere are wondering where to take the kids to burn off some energy. And while Portland has some fabulous indoor play spaces, these spots below don’t cost anything. That’s a playtime victory! Libraries Your local library is a prime destination for an indoor adventure.
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Volunteering is a fantastic way to support those in need around you.
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It’s time to smell cinnamon and clove, paint the town orange, and to plan your fall holiday destinations across Clark County. There is so much to do this season that we couldn’t pack it all into one place — and for more Halloween events, check out our kids calendar regularly! Pumpkin Lane at Pomeroy Farm
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Cardboard sledding is fun, summertime activity in parks across Portland.
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Head to the Friday Night Cruise In at Alderbrook Park for oodles of kid-friendly activities that are all included with admission.
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Keep cool and check out these four kid-friendly waterfalls in Southwest Washington.
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Here’s where to find Bigfoot in the Portland, OR area.
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Looking to keep cool this summer? Here’s how to float down the river with your family.
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We visited the new Heights Bike Garden in Vancouver, Washington.
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There are so many new things happening across Clark County this summer — too many to list in one round-up. That said, we think you’ll enjoy this highlight of great openings and events including kids play places and summer favorites. Kids’ Indoor Play Spaces It’s a wonderful time to be 5 years old in Clark
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Fun for all ages, a visit to the land bridge can be a historically fun, outdoor outing.
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Just take a quick drive over the Interstate Bridge and you’ll find a whole new world of playgrounds to explore.
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Visit one of Vancouver’s curated farm stands for tasty foods, fresh produce and fragrant flowers.
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This lively show packs 365 days of fun into 75 minutes.
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This Portland rage room has everything you need to break things.
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Here’s what makes this fast-growing city great for families.
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Felida is a pocket neighborhood in northwest Vancouver, Washington located a quick hop off the I-5 and a 20-minute jump across the bridge.
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For this gift guide we focus on the Want, Need, Wear, Read philosophy, in which parents give children only four gifts: something they want, something they need, something they can wear and something to read.
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From life-sized trolls to hidden murals and more, you’ll love hunting for these magical creatures with your little one.
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If you haven’t been across the Columbia to Vancouver lately, you’re in for a sweet surprise of local, family-friendly dining.
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