Mom to Follow: Kay Protheroe, Healthy Family Expo

This week’s Mom to Follow is Kay Protheroe, the enthusiastic Director of Healthy Family Expo. She’s a recovering North Shore adventure girl living in Squamish with her husband and 6-year-old son.
As she puts it: “I love the outdoors and the active, healthy BC lifestyle. This passion lead to the creation of the Healthy Family Expo, which is all about helping families move towards more healthy, active, eco-friendly living one small step at a time. I love finding great local gems to fuel up between family adventures. I love to celebrate life with the good food. good wine and good friends! See you on the trails!”
Kay’s Favourite Spots
Watershed Grill Squamish
Watch the seals swim as you dig into the BEST salmon burger! Casual and the kids can wander the dyke while you wait.
41101 Government Rd, Squamish, (604) 898-6665
Sea to Sky Gondola
Best place to enjoy a coffee with a girlfriend as you take in the view, or to hike with the family!
36800 Hwy 99, Squamish, (604) 892-2552
Tommy’s Cafe
Best breakfast ever!!
1308 Ross Rd, North Vancouver, (604) 988-0174
Whole Foods Market, West Vancouver
Super helpful staff, amazing healthy choices and a kids club sandwich!
925 Main St, West Vancouver, (604) 678-0500
Barefoot Playground
Warm and inviting place for kids to play while mum sips a coffee! Local and fantastic!
1233 Lynn Valley Rd #155, North Vancouver, (604) 971-4747
Lynn Canyon Park
Retreat from the city noise without going too far!
3663 Park Rd, North Vancouver, (604) 990-3755
Climb Base 5
Scrap normal and go for adventure! Try rock climbing! Kids are natural climbers so you may have trouble keeping up.
98 Brigantine Dr, Coquitlam, (604) 526-2402
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