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May Events
We have a lot planned for you this month and in coming months. Don’t forget to checkout/subscribe to the calendar!
Special Event: VAN-PAH Shadow Falls Camping
Friday, May 24th – May 26th
We will be heading up to Shadow Falls Campground (www.shadowfalls.ca). Shadow Falls is a gay owned clothing optional campground about 1.5hrs east of Vancouver heading towards Harrison Hot Springs. They have about 40 acres of private property with many amenities such as hot showers, flush toilets, club house with pool table and social area, large social fire pit, small store for firewood/snacks and power even at the tent sites. Come enjoy the grotto and the waterfalls. Take a dip in the brisk lower falls pool. Take a hike up the mountain to overlook the valley. Or hang out around your camp and share stories with friends.
Check out our information page at: https://vanpah.com/camping2019/
VAN-PAH Shadow Falls Telegram Chat:
New for 2019 is the Shadow Falls Telegram chat, with its own dedicated chat it will aim for speedier conversations, connecting with friends and notifications at camp. The chat is as always SFW. If you don’t want your mum, aunt and her best friends seeing it. Then don’t post it, if in doubt always check with an Admin/Moderator.
Join Link: t.me/VANPAHSF
VAN-PAH Puppy-Tails Social
Friday, May 3rd, 8:00pm until late @ Pumpjack
Come on out for a social evening with everyone from our puppy and pet community. We’ll be meeting in the back area by the pool table. Wear your leather, rubber, fuzzy, or whatever other gear you want. Of course gear is admired but never required. Having fun is the only requirement. DJ starts around 10pm for those that want to dance. Spread the word and lets all have a fun time.
Join the pups and Handlers of VAN-PAH for our regular monthly mosh!
Saturday, May 4th, 2:00pm – 4:00pm @ The PumpJack, 1167 Davie St, Vancouver
Whether you are going to romp, socialize or just explore, come on out and have some fun! A mosh is an opportunity for pups and Handlers to get together and socialize. You’ll find pups romping around, playing with toys and having an all around blast while Handlers socialize and play with the puppies.
*Always remember puppy gear is admired but never required! WAGS!
Condom Packaging with HIM
Monday, May 6th, 6:00pm – 8:00pm @ The PumpJack, 1167 Davie St, Vancouver
Looking for a great way to give back? Join us at the Pumpjack Pub from 6-8pm to help cram, stuff and pack condoms and lube into tight little packages.
While you’re there you can chat with your fellow volunteers and finish the evening off with a meal from one of the fabulous restaurants in the neighborhood!
May Members Only Mosh
Tuesday, May 14th, 7:00-9:00pm @ PumpJack, 1167 Davie St, Vancouver
We will have our regular mosh area all closed off to make it our own private space. Wear what makes your puppy wag. Normal safety rules are in effect with regard to spikes, hard soled shoes, etc. on the mats.
Nudity is allowed at this event but only on the mosh mats. When off the mat area underwear/jocks and shoes must be worn. Please keep in mind that sexual play is not permitted as we still need to follow bar rules in that regard.
Don’t have a membership yet? You will be able to get one at the event so come on down and join us!
Board Game Night
Monday, May 20th, 7:00 – 9:00pm @ One Stop Shop Cards & Games – 88 W Pender St Unit 1069, Vancouver
Hey pupple! Come join us for our regular Board Games Night! One Stop Shop Cards and Games has a large library of games to play and try out. The shop is easy to get to from Stadium Skytrain station in International Village. We’ll be there from 7pm-9pm. Board Games Night will be planned for the 3rd Monday of the month so come on out and socialize!
VAN-PAH Reminder
VAN-PAH Members, this month and for the next couple of Howls, would like to reiterate that ALL VAN-PAH events adhere to the same rules and practices, before, during and after. One rule in particular is important for every Event, Social and Mosh.
Consent is not just mandatory, it’s sexy!
If anyone ever approaches you and does an action/something you are uncomfortable with, tell them NO. If you can’t tell them no, then let a Friend, Staff or VAN-PAH board member know, it is important that this behavior be stopped as we want everyone and all to be welcome. The Events, Social and Moshes are your safe space and we wish to keep them that way.
Please don’t be quiet and howl it to the moon.
April Events
We have a lot planned for you this month and in coming months. Don’t forget to checkout/subscribe to the calendar!
VAN-PAH Puppy-Tails Social
Friday, April 5th, 8pm until late @ Pumpjack
Come on out for a social evening with everyone from our puppy and pet community.
Wear your leather, rubber, fuzzy, or whatever other gear you want. Of course gear is admired but never required. Having fun is the only requirement. DJ starts around 10pm for those that want to dance. Spread the word and lets all have a fun time.
*Important: This month we’ll be meeting on the dance floor as Rubbout has the back area by the pool table for their Shine Party starting at 9pm. If you have a Rubbout weekend pass, come join us early then hit the party in the back after!
April Mosh (location change!)
Join the pups and Handlers of VAN-PAH for the annual Rubbout mosh and puppy bowl!
Saturday April 6th from 2-4pm @ Holiday Inn, 1110 Howe Street, Vancouver
It’s that time again to romp and play with the folks at Rubbout! Mosh will start at 2pm. Puppy bowl will start at 3pm. VAN-PAH members can get in for free with their VAN-PAH tag or a valid VAN-PAH discount card. Attendees will have access to the mosh plus the vendor mall until 6pm.
Whether you are going to romp, socialize or just explore, come on out and have some fun! A mosh is an opportunity for pups and Handlers to get together and socialize. You’ll find pups romping around, playing with toys and having an all around blast while Handlers socialize and play with the puppies.
*Always remember puppy gear is admired but never required! WAGS!
Walkies: Swimming
This month join us at the Vancouver Aquatic Center for a couple of hours of splashing around in the pool!
When: Sunday, April 14th. 6:00-8:00pm
Where: 1050 Beach Ave, Vancouver
How Much: Entrance fee is $7.00 for the 2hrs or $3.50 per hour
Board Game Night
When: April 15th 7:00 – 9:00pm
Where: One Stop Shop Cards & Games –
Hey pupple! Come join us for our regular Board Games Night! One Stop Shop Cards and Games has a large library of games to play and try out. The shop is easy to get to from Stadium Skytrain station in International Village. We’ll be there from 7pm-9pm. Board Games Night will be planned for the 3rd Monday of the month so come on out and socialize!
May Camping Trip: Shadow Falls
VAN-PAH is excited to continue with our community camping trip!
When: May 24-26
We will be heading up to Shadow Falls Campground (www.shadowfalls.ca) again on the last weekend in May. Shadow Falls is a gay owned clothing optional campground about 1.5hrs east of Vancouver heading towards Harrison Hot Springs. They have about 40 acres of private property with many amenities such as hot showers, flush toilets, club house with pool table and social area, large social fire pit, small store for firewood/snacks and power even at the tent sites. Come enjoy the grotto and the waterfalls. Take a dip in the brisk lower falls pool. Take a hike up the mountain to overlook the valley. Or hang out around your camp and share stories with friends.
Reservations
Reservations start on April 1. Please reserve by the end of April 30 so that we can get fairly accurate numbers for the weekend. You can reserve by following the below link. If you have a group that all want to share the same site, the campground recommends that one person puts in a reservation for the group and the staff will do their best to keep everyone together.
http://www.shadowfalls.ca/pages/reserve.html
Make sure you put in the comments that you are attending with VAN-PAH
Costs for the weekend are as follows:
Tenting rates are $15 per person per night
RV rates are $5 for utilities per night + $15 per person per night (one person is $20 per night, two people are $35 per night, etc)
Coin Showers are 1 Loonie ($1 Canadian coin) which gives you 7 minutes. We recommend budgeting for 2 Loonies per shower
March Events
We have a lot planned for you this month and in coming months. Don’t forget to checkout/subscribe to the calendar!
VAN-PAH Puppy-Tails Social
Friday, March 1st, 8pm til late @ Pumpjack
Come on out for a social evening with everyone from our puppy and pet community. We’ll be meeting in the back area by the pool table. Wear your leather, rubber, fuzzy, or whatever other gear you want. Of course gear is admired but never required. Having fun is the only requirement. DJ starts around 10pm for those that want to dance. Spread the word and lets all have a fun time.
March Mosh
Join the pups and Handlers of VAN-PAH for our regular monthly mosh!
Saturday March 2nd from 2-4pm @ PumpJack, 1167 Davie St, Vancouver
Whether you are going to romp, socialize or just explore, come on out and have some fun! A mosh is an opportunity for pups and Handlers to get together and socialize. You’ll find pups romping around, playing with toys and having an all around blast while Handlers socialize and play with the puppies.
*Always remember puppy gear is admired but never required! WAGS!
Member Only Mosh
March 12th, 7-9pm @ PumpJack, 1167 Davie St, Vancouver
Join us for our first Members Only Mosh! We will have our regular mosh area all closed off to make it our own private space. Wear what makes your puppy wag. Normal safety rules are in effect with regard to spikes, hard soled shoes, etc. on the mats. Nudity is allowed at this event but only on the mosh mats. When off the mat area underwear/jocks and shoes must be worn. Please keep in mind that sexual play is not permitted as we still need to follow bar rules in that regard.
Don’t have a membership yet? You will be able to get one at the event so come on down and join us!
*Always remember puppy gear is admired but never required! WAGS!
Walkies: Bingo
This month we are invading Bingo for Life to support a great local community, Friends for Life Society, which provides “people living in Vancouver City Centre and facing life challenges associated with HIV, Cancer, and Hepatitis C to participate in specialized support programs”. 100% of entrance donation fee goes to this great community.
Now with a new home at Mary’s on Davie! Wag your way and join us for food, awesome prizes, and amazing drag queen entertainment. The queens will amuse us with lots of sass during bingo and songs between rounds, enough to get us howling. Gear up if you like and let’s support our local communities.
When: Wednesday, March 13. Recommended to get there before 7pm!
Where: Mary’s on Davie, 1202 Davie St, Vancouver
How Much: Entrance fee is by donation (suggested $10 for 9 bingo rounds)
Board Game Night
When: March 18th 7:00 – 9:00pm
Where: One Stop Shop Cards & Games –
Hey pupple! Come join us for our regular Board Games Night! One Stop Shop Cards and Games has a large library of games to play and try out. The shop is easy to get to from Stadium Skytrain station in International Village. We’ll be there from 7pm-9pm. Board Games Night will be planned for the 3rd Monday of the month so come on out and socialize!
February Events
We have a lot planned for you this month and in coming months. Don’t forget to checkout/subscribe to the calendar!
PAH Tour 2019
**From your friendly neighbourhood NightCat**
Wow I can’t believe 2019 is already here and with it this will now be our 3rd year of PAH Tour. When Jarrad and I first came up with the idea for PAH Tour it was to help promote the bigger community that exists outside just the local PAH group in your own home town. Since then the PAH Tour has turned into a huge event of community support and a celebration of the entire NW community.
What is PAH Tour you may be asking yourself? Well it’s a full month puppy event supporting each of our local communities. That’s right 3 cities and 3 moshes. This year we are bringing it to the month of February.
Vancouver BC. February 1st – 3rd
Seattle WA. February 8th – 10th
Portland OR. February 15th- 17th
VAN-PAH Puppy-Tails Social
Friday, February 1st, 8pm til late @ Pumpjack
Come on out for a social evening with everyone from our puppy and pet community. We’ll be meeting in the back area by the pool table. Wear your leather, rubber, fuzzy, or whatever other gear you want. Of course gear is admired but never required. Having fun is the only requirement. DJ starts around 10pm for those that want to dance. Spread the word and lets all have a fun time.
February Mosh
Join the pups and Handlers of VAN-PAH for our regular monthly mosh!
Saturday February 2nd from 2-4pm @ PumpJack, 1167 Davie St, Vancouver
Whether you are going to romp, socialize or just explore, come on out and have some fun! A mosh is an opportunity for pups and Handlers to get together and socialize. You’ll find pups romping around, playing with toys and having an all around blast while Handlers socialize and play with the puppies.
*Always remember puppy gear is admired but never required! WAGS!
Walkies: PAHs on Ice
When: February 10th 1:45 – 3:15pm
Where: Starbucks commercial Drive & Brittania Ice Rink – 1661 Parker St
The Cost: $6.41 Admission and $3.17 for Skate Rental
*But good news for current VANPAH Members!….This skaties will be FREEEEEEEE!!
Come join us for Hot Cocoa or your beverage of choice at Starbucks on the Drive around 1:00 where we can sit back and enjoy each others company before our short walk up to the Brittania Ice Rink where we can skate our little hearts out and hopefully not damage ourselves or others too much in the process. Public skating begins at 1:45PM and goes until 3:15PM
Board Game Night
When: February 18th 7:00 – 9:00pm
Where: One Stop Shop Cards & Games –
Hey pupple! Come join us for our regular Board Games Night! One Stop Shop Cards and Games has a large library of games to play and try out. The shop is easy to get to from Stadium Skytrain station in International Village. We’ll be there from 7pm-9pm. Board Games Night will be planned for the 3rd Monday of the month so come on out and socialize!
January Events
Happy New Year! Hope you had a wagtastic holiday season. We have a lot planned for you this month and in coming months. Don’t forget to checkout/subscribe to the calendar!
VAN-PAH Puppy-Tails Social
Friday, January 4th, 8pm til late @ Pumpjack
Come on out for a social evening with everyone from our puppy and pet community. We’ll be meeting in the back area by the pool table. Wear your leather, rubber, fuzzy, or whatever other gear you want. Of course gear is admired but never required. Having fun is the only requirement. DJ starts around 10pm for those that want to dance. Spread the word and lets all have a fun time.
January Mosh
Join the pups and Handlers of VAN-PAH for our regular monthly mosh!
Saturday January 5th from 2-4pm @ PumpJack, 1167 Davie St, Vancouver
Whether you are going to romp, socialize or just explore, come on out and have some fun! A mosh is an opportunity for pups and Handlers to get together and socialize. You’ll find pups romping around, playing with toys and having an all around blast while Handlers socialize and play with the puppies.
*Always remember puppy gear is admired but never required! WAGS!
Member Only Mosh
January 8th, 7-9pm @ PumpJack, 1167 Davie St, Vancouver
Join us for our first Members Only Mosh! We will have our regular mosh area all closed off to make it our own private space. Wear what makes your puppy wag. Normal safety rules are in effect with regard to spikes, hard soled shoes, etc. on the mats. Nudity is allowed at this event but only on the mosh mats. When off the mat area underwear/jocks and shoes must be worn. Please keep in mind that sexual play is not permitted as we still need to follow bar rules in that regard.
Don’t have a membership yet? You will be able to get one at the event so come on down and join us!
*Always remember puppy gear is admired but never required! WAGS!
Board Game Night
When: January 21st 7:00 – 9:00pm
Where: One Stop Shop Cards & Games –
Hey pupple! Come join us for our first Board Games Night! One Stop Shop Cards and Games has a large library of games to play and try out. The shop is easy to get to from Stadium Skytrain station in International Village. We’ll be there from 7pm-9pm (maybe a bit longer if good games are going). Board Games Night will be planned for the 3rd Monday of the month going forward so come on out and socialize in a new way!
Walkies: Lazer Tag
When: January 27th 6:00pm
Where: 109 Braid Street (Bldg E), New Westminster
The Cost: $6/player per game after 6pm
Fire away fire away! In a safe way that is! This was a lot of fun last year so let’s have a blast. No masks/hoods but wear your pet shirts that glow!
Walkies Throughout 2019!
If you haven’t already, checkout and subscribe to the calendar! We have added several events each month in 2019 so you can plan ahead. We’ll have laser tag, ice skating, hiking, night at the improv, bingo, beach day, and more! Check back regularly as we’ll be adding more as we confirm activities and dates.
As always, if you have suggestions for walkies events, have questions or require assistance, please feel free to email them in at info@vanpah.com!
December Events
Don’t forget to checkout/subscribe to the calendar!
VAN-PAH Puppy-Tails Social
Friday, November 30th, 8pm til late @ Pumpjack
Come on out for a social evening with everyone from our puppy and pet community. We’ll be meeting in the back area by the pool table. Wear your leather, rubber, fuzzy, or whatever other gear you want. Of course gear is admired but never required. Having fun is the only requirement. DJ starts around 10pm for those that want to dance. Spread the word and lets all have a fun time.
December Holiday Mosh
Join the pups and Handlers of VAN-PAH for our Holiday Mosh!
Saturday December 1st from 2-5pm @ PumpJack, 1167 Davie St, Vancouver
December 1st is our extended Holiday Mosh from 2pm to 5pm and we have special treats for everyone on the naughty list and the nice list!
We will be starting announcements and the mosh at 2 PM sharp! Santa Claus and his special helper will be on site for photographs and to hand out goody bags. Please note that while we will have lots of treats and surprises, current VAN-PAH members will be first priority for gift bags.
Feel like sharing your favorite baking? We will have a few tables set up for a potluck type goodie table from 2-5. Feel free to bring your baking to share with the group (1:30 is set up time). Please note on a card if it contains nuts, dairy, gluten, or other possible allergens.
Awooo! Whether you are going to romp, socialize or just explore, come on out and have some fun!
A mosh is an opportunity for pups and Handlers to get together and socialize. You’ll find pups romping around, playing with toys and having an all around blast while Handlers socialize and play with the puppies.
*Always remember puppy gear is admired but never required! WAGS!
Walkies 2019!
Due to the holiday season we will not be having walkies in December but if you haven’t already, checkout and subscribe to the calendar! We have added several events each month in 2019 so you can plan ahead. We’ll have laser tag, ice skating, hiking, night at the improv, bingo, beach day, and more! Check back regularly as we’ll be adding more as we confirm activities and dates.
As always, if you have suggestions for walkies events, have questions or require assistance, please feel free to email them in at info@vanpah.com!
November Events
Don’t forget to checkout/subscribe to the calendar!
VAN-PAH Puppy-Tails Social
Friday, November 2nd, 8pm til late @ Pumpjack
Come on out for a social evening with everyone from our puppy and pet community. We’ll be meeting in the back area by the pool table. Wear your leather, rubber, fuzzy, or whatever other gear you want. Of course gear is admired but never required. Having fun is the only requirement. DJ starts around 10pm for those that want to dance. Spread the word and lets all have a fun time.
November Mosh
Join the pups and Handlers of VAN-PAH for our regular monthly mosh!
Saturday November 3rd from 2-4pm @ PumpJack, 1167 Davie St, Vancouver
Whether you are going to romp, socialize or just explore, come on out and have some fun!
A mosh is an opportunity for pups and Handlers to get together and socialize. You’ll find pups romping around, playing with toys and having an all around blast while Handlers socialize and play with the puppies.
*Always remember puppy gear is admired but never required! WAGS!
Walkies: PaHs On Ice!
When: November 11th 1:00 – 3:30pm
Where: Starbucks commercial Drive & Brittania Ice Rink – 1661 Parker St
The Cost: $6.41 Admission and $3.17 for Skate Rental
Come join us for Hot Cocoa or your beverage of choice at Starbucks on the Drive around 1:00 where we can sit back and enjoy each others company before our short walk up to the Brittania Ice Rink where we can skate our little hearts out and hopefully not damage ourselves or others too much in the process. Public skating begins at 2:15PM and goes until 3:15PM
If you have questions or require any assistance please direct your inquiries to info@vanpah.com and we would be happy to help.
As always, if you have suggestions for walkies events please feel free to email them in!
October Events
Don’t forget to checkout/subscribe to the calendar!
VAN-PAH Puppy-Tails Social
Friday, October 5th, 8pm til late @ Pumpjack
Come on out for a social evening with everyone from our puppy and pet community. We’ll be meeting in the back area by the pool table. Wear your leather, rubber, fuzzy, or whatever other gear you want. Of course gear is admired but never required. Having fun is the only requirement. DJ starts around 10pm for those that want to dance. Spread the word and lets all have a fun time.
October Mosh
Join the pups and Handlers of VAN-PAH for our regular monthly mosh!
Saturday October 6th from 2-4pm @ PumpJack, 1167 Davie St, Vancouver
Whether you are going to romp, socialize or just explore, come on out and have some fun!
A mosh is an opportunity for pups and Handlers to get together and socialize. You’ll find pups romping around, playing with toys and having an all around blast while Handlers socialize and play with the puppies.
*Always remember puppy gear is admired but never required! WAGS!
Member Only Mosh
October 16th, 7-9pm @ PumpJack, 1167 Davie St, Vancouver
Join us for our first Members Only Mosh! We will have our regular mosh area all closed off to make it our own private space. Wear what makes your puppy wag. Normal safety rules are in effect with regard to spikes, hard soled shoes, etc. on the mats. Nudity is allowed at this event but only on the mosh mats. When off the mat area underwear/jocks and shoes must be worn. Please keep in mind that sexual play is not permitted as we still need to follow bar rules in that regard.
Don’t have a membership yet? You will be able to get one at the event so come on down and join us!
*Always remember puppy gear is admired but never required! WAGS!
Walkies to VanDusen Glow in the Garden
October 24th @ 7:15pm – 5251 Oak St, Vancouver, BC
Join VAN-PAH at the Glow in the Garden event at VanDusen Garden. Here’s what they say about the event:
“adventure through a whimsical garden with curious twists and magical moments from the classic tale Hänsel and Gretel. Follow the bread crumbs on a wondrous walk with zany lights and sounds, and illuminated pumpkin caricatures”
We will be meeting up at 7:15pm for a 7:30pm entry. Tickets are $12.50 online or $13.50 at the gate. Please see the below link to purchase your tickets online. Remember to select the October 24th 7:30pm option.
Membership Announcement
September Events
Don’t forget to checkout/subscribe to the calendar!
VAN-PAH Puppy-Tails Social
Friday, August 31st from 8 til late @ Pumpjack
Come on out for a social evening with everyone from our puppy and pet community. We’ll be meeting in the back area by the pool table. Wear your leather, rubber, fuzzy, or whatever other gear you want. Of course gear is admired but never required. Having fun is the only requirement. DJ starts around 10pm for those that want to dance. Spread the word and lets all have a fun time.
September Mosh
Join the pups and Handlers of VAN-PAH for our regular monthly mosh!
Saturday September 1st from 2:00pm – 4:00pm @ PumpJack, 1167 Davie St, Vancouver
Whether you are going to romp, socialize or just explore, come on out and have some fun!
A mosh is an opportunity for pups and Handlers to get together and socialize. You’ll find pups romping around, playing with toys and having an all around blast while Handlers socialize and play with the puppies.
*Always remember puppy gear is admired but never required! WAGS!
Northwest Puppy & Handler Contest
September 14-16 2018 in Portland, Oregon
Join the pups and Handlers of the Northwest to celebrate a successful year for Clever and Daddy Mark and find out who will be the next Northwest Puppy & Handler. More information including schedule, applications, bios, and more can be found at nwpuppy.com
Walkies to the Night Market
September 21st @ 7:00pm – 8351 River Rd, Richmond, BC
Awoo! Are you a hungry puppy? Do you like shopping for stuff? Join VAN-PAH as we go to the Richmond Night Market. Bring your gear and brave the crowds with us on Friday September 21st at 7:00 pm. Richmond Night Market is easily accessible by car or a short walk from Bridgeport station, and has hundreds of food stalls, vendors, and other attractions. Meet near the main entrance and we’ll go in as a group. Admission is $4.25 per person. Dress for the weather since this is an outdoor event. Food, shopping, and puppy shenanigans!
August Events & Pride
Please note that, as has been tradition, there is no VAN-PAH mosh or social during Pride weekend. We invite you to join us for the following events though!
Walkies: Fireworks
Want to come see the loud sky shineys? Let’s go for walkies.
Saturday August 4th meet at 7:00pm @ Pumpjack
Meet at Pumpjack @ 7pm for some hangout time and then we’ll walk down together. Enjoy some social time and the fireworks show with us!
Walkies: March in the Pride Parade
Come join us or cheer us on as we march in the Vancouver Pride Parade on August 5th! You’ve got pent up energy since there was no mosh. Let it out at the Parade and show your pride!
While the information email has already been sent there is still time to sign up. We will resend the email on Saturday morning (August 4th) just in case. So get your tail over to the Pride Parade tab of this site and sign up to march with us! You have until the end of Friday night to sign up.
Paw and Pounce ’18
Paw and Pounce Weekend is a regional community weekend that happens in Seattle every year in the lead up to the Northwest Puppy and Handler Contest. Join the community for a weekend of moshing, exploring, learning, and fun while we celebrate our community.
August 16th – 19th @ Cuff Complex in Seattle, Wa
Get more info at nwpuppy.com
SEA-PAH’s Camp K9
You’ve probably already got your tickets but don’t forget that Camp K9 is August 23rd – 27th at TRC in WA. Info at seapah.com/campk9/
