Edible Vancouver Island March/April 2024

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doing activities that everyone will enjoy. And who doesn’t enjoy a rousing game of miniature golf?

At Riptide Lagoon Adventure Golf, you can enjoy two unique mini golf courses–one which features water obstacles and the other with some elevation challenges. And of course, the best way to finish up an afternoon of mini golf is with some ice cream; the mini golf clubhouse serves 24 refreshing flavours (and mini donuts, if you prefer). Meanwhile, Paradise Fun Park provides a classic mini golf course originally built in 1988, as well as a pirate-themed course. They’ve also got ice cream to make the whole family happy. But if you want to experience a little more of the area, after you’ve mini golfed, hop in the car and head to one of many other ice cream locations in the region. Ice Cream Dreams on the Qualicum Beach boardwalk will please every member of the family by providing the toppings of your choice to each cone, while Little Qualicum Cheeseworks offers the opportunity to not just indulge in their own vanilla or chocolate soft serve, but to wander the grounds on a self-guided tour and stop by the petting farm. And if the kids love animals, another great stop would be the North Island Wildlife Recovery Centre, where the whole family can enjoy meeting eagles, owls, bears, turtles, ravens and more.

Clockwise from upper left: 1) Enjoying seaside views in Parksville Qualicum Beach 2) Bayside Café 3) Fern + Cedar 4) Qualicum Beach Cafe

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