SUMMER Things to do this summer
Seven fun outings for the whole family
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Looking for inspiration for your summer vacation? Here are some suggestions for outings that the whole family will love. 1. Zoos, aquariums, insectariums, etc. There are plenty of places where young and old alike will have fun discovering all kinds of animals from here and around the world. 2. Amusement parks. Amusement parks and theme parks compete in originality to give you an adrenaline thrill, lure you into exciting games of skill or plunge you into a magical world that will appeal to everyone. 3. Water parks. Water slides, wave pools, water jets, waterfalls and water games: these are all great places for cooling off and having lots of family fun. 4. Festivals, fairs and exhibitions. Music, arts, culture, agriculture, food, humour and sports: there’s something for all tastes and all ages. In addition, many of these activities are free or very affordable.
5. Interpretive centres and museums. Have fun observing frogs, visiting a mine or discovering the skeleton of a dinosaur. Explore a submarine or see reenactments from a time out of history. You’re sure to find something that will captivate both you and your children. 6. National and provincial parks. What sounds good to you? Camping, swim- ming, kayaking, hiking, picnicking or mountain biking? There’s no lack of op- portunity in these parks. 7. Drive-in theatres. What better way to end the day than watching a good movie? And the kids will be happy to get special permission to stay up late! So, where are you going to start?
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Ensure that the thickness of the paving stones is suited to the purpose for which they are intended. The thicker the paver, the stronger it will be. For example, pavers 5 cm thick are only recommended for certain pathways and terraces. Paving stones of at least 6 cm are best for most walkways, terraces and residential driveways although it’s not unusual to use pavers of 7 cm, 8 cm or even thicker.
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