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Fall Favorites – Things to do

Posted on October 24, 2022

Pumpkin Patches, Farmer’s Markets and Train Rides

I hope you have been able to take advantage of the warmer weather and get outside more hours than none. Pumpkin patches have been popping up, salmon running, and the Saturday markets still go until the end of the month. The Laity Pumpkin Patch in Maple Ridge is a sure favorite, there is both the North and South on either side of Abernathy Road to ensure everyone is taken care of. If you can visit during the week be sure to go, weekends get quite busy. Read More→

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Sun Smart Tips

Posted on July 25, 2022

by Curtis Health

Due to climate change our sun is more powerful than ever and it is very important to be sun smart.

Here are a few of my sun smart tips to remember this summer. Read More→

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Basic Gardening Tips

Posted on May 16, 2022

by Curtis Health

When the pandemic began, I got eager and planted a variety of vegetables, we made gardens, started most of our seeds indoors got busy. Due to where we live between the birds and the deer, they found it all. We were not successful. Part of me wants to try again, and part of me says stick with herbs and flowers. For those of you that want to try and do a few easy things here are a few of my tips.

Getting Outdoors, Nutrition and Exercise

Together We CAN Make a Difference

Posted on April 11, 2022

by Curtis Health

April is about helping to find ways to protect our environment. April 22nd is Earth Day! There are many initiatives that you can find in your community that you can take part in. I have compiled a list of ways you can make a difference. If everyone does their part, together we can make a change.

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Keeping Healthy

Posted on January 25, 2022

by Curtis Health

The pandemic continues and we can only do our best in what we can control, keeping healthy is one of them. I want to share with you my best tips on how to live a healthy lifestyle. Read More→

Getting Outdoors, Health & Wellness

Working Out Rain or Shine

Posted on November 22, 2021

by Curtis Health

Welcome to the greater Vancouver area, where rain falls at least four months of the year.

When I moved here three years ago, I really had to change my perspective on things. I moved from Ontario where most days it was sunny, on the heavy rain days which when I look back seemed like fewer than more, I would use those days for rest.

Coming to Vancouver, I faced the reality that it rains and rains and rains some more. I told myself I surely could not workout for four months in the rainy season, so I had to mentally change my outlook on rain.

My first thought was that I need good rain gear. If I am going to be running or hiking in the rain, including my children we need good rain gear. This helps prevent blisters, completely soaked feet, and getting cold. Read More→

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The School of Life

Posted on October 25, 2021

by Curtis Health

Our current reality is that this pandemic is still with us. The statistics are showing us that children are being affected more so than before. Many of you have probably had children or children that you know go through an isolation. At first, it probably feels a bit overwhelming getting the notice that your children must stay home, no community and the only place they can go to is the forest. School is very important and important for children, but instead of looking at the isolation negatively, what if we could make it into a positive experience for our children. I like to call it “The School of Life.” There are many life skills that children can learn at a young age if they are exposed to or given the opportunity. These life skills can help them feel accomplished, confident, and happy.

Getting Outdoors, Mindset

Sun Safety Tips

Posted on July 20, 2021

by Curtis Health

Due to climate change our sun is very powerful and it is very important to be sun safe.

Here are a few of my sun safe tips to remember this summer. Read More→

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Summer Safe Activities

Posted on June 10, 2021

by Curtis Health

Alright, I think we are all getting the travel itch, but as we slowly begin to reopen, and restrictions get lifted we want to ensure we continue to do so safely. As I write this blog, we can now safely travel around in our health region until June 15^th and then hopefully then we can travel around BC from then on. To encourage the current guidelines please find some safe summer activities that you can do, until we move into the next phase. Read More→

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Spring Break Will Go On….

Posted on March 9, 2021

by Curtis Health

Across BC, all students young and old will get a full two-week break. This year might once again look different as we enter into our second spring break pandemic. However, we must look on the bright side as it should surely better than last as we are able to get out a bit more. Not sure what to do? We already got ours planned, see below for some of my families safe planned Spring Break activities. Read More→

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