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Fall Activities to Enjoy In Kelowna
With the days growing shorter and leaves beginning to change colour on the trees, it’s safe to say that fall has hit Kelowna and the greater Okanagan area. Whether you’re looking to make the most of outdoor activities before the snow flies, or are wanting to stay close to the cozy comforts of home, we wanted to pull together a list of some fun, festive, fall activities to enjoy in Kelowna over the next few weeks.
Haunted Farm Adventure at Don-O-Ray Farms
Spooky season is upon us, which makes now the perfect time to check out a spooky farm adventure happening throughout the month of October. With Don-O-Ray market’s ghost town of Deadwood reawakening, bring the entire family for a fun day of exploring a hedge maze with twists, turns, dead ends and more spooky surprises! The whole farm has been given a Halloween makeover, and provides a large selection of pumpkins that are perfect for a festive night of jack-o-lantern carving.
Festive and fun for the whole family, this is a Halloween event you should definitely check out! Click here to learn more!
Zombie Apocalypse Scavenger Hunt
Think you’ve got what it takes to survive a zombie apocalypse? Epic Experiences has brought forward an opportunity to see if you’ve got what it takes. The game leads you through the city, where you have 60 minutes to collect supplies needed to survive the interactive scavenger game. With a team of up to 10 people, you’ll use a smartphone to search for much needed things such as food, supplies, and shelter. Along the way, you’ll have the opportunity to take on more challenges or answer trivia questions to gain more points and earn more supplies. The more points you receive, the closer you are to surviving.
Rocky Horror Picture Show
If you’re looking for more adult-focused ways to celebrate the spooky season, you might want to check out The Rocky Horror Picture Show, presented by New Vintage Theatre at the Rotary Centre for the Arts. Paying homage to the classic B sci-fi film and horror genres, The Rocky Horror Show is a hilarious, wild ride that you don’t want to miss!
The show runs from October 10th to 19th. For more details and for tickets, click here.
Halloween Movie in the Vineyard
Halloween movies are the perfect way to get into the spooky season spirit, and this October you need to look no further than the Halloween Movie Night in the Vineyard at Priest Creek Family Estate Winery for a festive film for the entire family. On Friday, October 11th, they will be showing the movie ‘Casper’ under the stars in their vineyard. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children, and the movie will be happening from 5-8pm.
Fall Fest Harvest Market & Outdoor Concert
Whether you’re looking for some festive decor to decorate your home with this fall, or are simply wanting to get a head start on some holiday shopping, you’ll definitely want to check out the Fall Fest Harvest Market & Outdoor Concert happening on Saturday, October 12th at Grizzli Winery. The annual event is the perfect way to embrace the fall season while shopping from local vendors, enjoying live music, or partaking in fun fall activities with the family. There will be a fall photo booth, outdoor lawn games, apple bobbing with chopsticks, a s’mores fire pit, face painting and a craft/colouring station. The event is free and pet-friendly, so be sure to stop by and check it out!
Regardless of whether you’re looking for spooky events to help get you in the Halloween spirit or are just looking to enjoy everything that fall has to offer in the Okanagan, these festive fall events are a great place to start!
Tips for Keeping Your Home Safe During Summer Vacations
Now that the sunshine and hot weather are here, many people will set off on their summer vacations. Whether you’re planning to stick close to home this summer or are planning a larger getaway, it’s important to make sure you have everything in order before setting off, including making sure your home is safe and secure. The last thing you want on vacation is to receive a call that something has gone wrong, so we have highlighted some steps you can take to help ensure that your home and belongings will be safe until you return.
Whether you’re leaving town for an extended period of time or are just leaving for a day or two, following these steps before you leave will help keep your home safe while you’re on vacation.
Get a House Sitter
One of the easiest ways to ensure that your home will be safe and secure while you’re on vacation is to hire a house sitter to keep an eye on the place. Some house sitters will actually stay in your home, which will help make it look lived-in. Alternatively, some house sitters will stop by your home once a day or once every few days to make sure that everything is in order. Not only is this a great way to ensure that your home is being looked after, but it also means you can have someone stopping by to water flowers and other plants that might suffer in the hot Okanagan sun.
Lock All Windows & Doors
Before leaving on vacation, make sure to walk around your home and check that every window and door is closed and locked. This will help improve your home’s security and will help give you peace of mind that everything is locked up and secure. You might think that simply closing your windows is enough, but ensuring that they are locked as well will help keep every possible entrance to your home safe and secure.
Install Smart Locks & Security Cameras
Investing in a security system or smart locks is a great idea if you plan to be away from home for an extended period of time, but it is also an investment that will benefit you and your home year-round. There are many great, easily accessible options available, such as the Ring Video Doorbells or the Google Nest security cameras, many of which are easy to install and connect to an app on your phone so you can keep track of what’s happening from wherever you are. Smart locks are also a great way to ensure your home’s security, as many of them give you the ability to lock and unlock your doors from anywhere.
Make It Look Like Someone’s Home
If you have a trusted friend or neighbour looking after your home while you’re away, there are a few things you can ask them to do to make it look like your home is being lived in, even if you’re away. If there are cars left in your driveway, arrange to move them every so often to make it look like you’ve been out and about. Having someone collect your mail is also a great way to keep it from piling up so it’s not so obvious that no one is home. If your blinds or drapes are normally open, keep them this way so that it looks like nothing is out of the ordinary. You can also leave a light or two on to make it seem like someone is home.
While it might be tempting to rush out and make the most of your summer vacation, taking the time to properly secure your home will help give you peace of mind that it’s being looked after and will allow you to enjoy your holidays without worrying about your home or your belongings.
