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 The Forks | |
| The Forks Welcome to Winnipeg’s most popular gathering place for shopping, dining and year-round fun and adventure! Located downtown at the junction of the Red and Assiniboine rivers, people have been making history here for thousands of years. By day or evening, enjoy acres of riverside attractions. Sample global menus and the finest fresh food, meet the merchants and explore shops you won’t find anywhere else. Or follow the beat of a different drummer and discover non-stop entertainment, rivertrails, parks and the beauty of our historic port. Tel. (204) 942-6302; Website: www.theforks.com | |
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| Riverbank Discovery Centre and Trail System | |
| Riverbank Discovery Centre is home to the Brandon & Region Tourism Centre, Brandon First and Ducks Unlimited Canada offices. The Centre contains tourism information on the area, Canada and the U.S., souvenirs and interpretive information on the natural beauty of the area. It serves as a starting point for the extensive Assiniboine Riverbank Trail system. The trails run 17 km/10.5 mi. along the Assiniboine River, including a network of parks and pathways linked to the Red Willow pedestrian bridge. The trail system ranges from natural river bottom forest to paved lit walkways, linking many sports venues to downtown. Open year-round. Tel. 204-729-2141; toll-free 1-888-799-1111; Web: www.riverbank.mb.ca E-mail: info@riverbank.mb.ca Location: 545 Conservation Drive. |
| Stott Site (PHS) | |
| The rich animal and plant resources of this portion of the Assiniboine Valley sustained First Nations long before Europeans settled the area. The Stott Site is an important archaeological bison kill area where bones and artifacts dating back at least 1,200 years have been found. A bison enclosure is reconstructed with a viewing platform. Location: Grand Valley Provincial Park. (PHS) |
| Clearwater Lake Provincial Park | |
| Clearwater Lake Provincial Park The water of Clearwater Lake is so clear the bottom is visible at 11 m/35 ft. It's a prime habitat for trophy-size lake trout, northern pike and whitefish. Accessible by a self-guiding trail is a natural phenomenon called "the caves," huge slabs of rock broken off the dolomite cliffs. Much of the park's 595 sq. km/ 230 sq. mi. area is made up of coniferous forests yielding a rich variety of berries and wildflowers. The park offers fishing, swimming, boating, hiking, overnight lodging and camping. Tel. 204-945-6784; toll-free: 1-800-214-6497. Location: 18 km/11 mi. north of The Pas at junction of PTH 10 and 287. |
| Asessippi Townsite | |
| The Asessippi Townsite was established in 1882 by the Shell River Colonization Company. When the railway failed to pass through the town, the inhabitants resettled in Roblin. Today, all that remains are the ruins of abandoned buildings. A commemorative plaque recalls the history of the town. |
| Norway House (PHS) | |
| Norway House (PHS) The bank of the Nelson River is the site of three former Hudson's Bay Company fur trade structures - Archway Warehouse (1840-41); Jail (1855-56) and Powder Magazine (1837-38). Norway House is rich in Cree and Métis culture, fur trade history, diverse waterways and geography. |
| Kildonan Park | |
| This stunning 99 acre park bordering the Red River is renowned for its beautiful trees and gardens, rolling lawns, the Witch's Hut from the story of Hanzel and Gretel, Rainbow Stage summer outdoor theatre, Olympic-size outdoor swimming pool, public boat dock and designated areas on roadways for power walking and in-line skating. Winter facilities for cross-country skiing, ice skating, and tobogganing. Park admission is free, open year-round. If you would like to book a picnic site or shelter, or a garden location for your wedding pictures, please call 311 in Winnipeg or toll-free 1-877-311-4974. Web: winnipeg.ca/publicworks/parks/parksandfields.asp Location: 2015 Main Street. |
| Lake Metigoshe Outdoor Education Centre | |
| Lake Metigoshe Outdoor Education Centre The centre serves as an outdoor classroom for groups. The 45 ha/111 ac. parcel of land has a picnic area, observation tower, parking lot and washrooms. A dock along the marsh offers a natural view of pond life. The interpretive trail shows the vegetation and landscape typical of the Turtle Mountain area. Open year-round. Tel. (204) 747-2530; Website: www.tmcd.ca Location: south on PR 450 at Lake Metigoshe near Deloraine. |
| Jackpine Wayside Park | |
| Jackpine Wayside Park Although they are a relatively common species in northern Manitoba, the jackpine is becoming increasingly rare in the southern part of the province. The park includes a picnic area, children’s playground, walking trail with interpretive signs on some of the wildlife encountered in this type of ecosystem. Tel. 204-767-2101; Web: www.mts.net/~alonsacd Location: 21 km/13 mi. west of Alonsa on PTH 50. |
| Centre d'interprétation St-Léon | |
| Learn about the wind farm, salamanders and other ecological aspects. Children receive a green passport with a stamp for each activity. Group tours welcome. Admission charged. Open summer months Monday to Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Sundays by appointment. Tel. 204-242-4374; Web: www.cistleon.com E-mail: cistleon@gmail.com |
| Neepawa | |
| Neepawa Neepawa is a Cree word meaning "abundance or plenty". The town is also known as the "World Lily Capital". The Neepawa & Area Lily Festival is celebrated the third full weekend in July. Tel. 204-476-8811; toll-free: 1-866-893-0381; Website: www.lilyfestival.com E-mail: info@lilyfestival.com |
| Caddy Lake Rock Tunnels | |
| Caddy Lake Rock Tunnels are rock caves created by railroad construction. Entrance by motor boat or canoe provides an interesting access to a wilderness campsite for a picnic, afternoon of fishing or to begin the 170 km Caddy Lake canoe route. Tel. 204-349-2201 for water levels. Location: boat access, north end of Caddy Lake. |
| FortWhyte Alive | |
| FortWhyte Alive Winnipeg's 640-acre wild oasis features five lakes, floating marsh boardwalks, seven km of self-guiding forest trails, and natural adventure for everyone! Canoe and rowboat rentals are available for paddling and fishing for pike, walleye and trout on our scenic lakes. FortWhyte Alive is home to an abundance of wildlife including waterfowl, whitetail deer and muskrats. Fall brings thousands of migrating birds, Canada geese, and ducks for a truly natural spectacle. Winter transforms FortWhyte into a wonderland for outdoor fun like snowshoeing, skating, cross-country skiing and tobogganing. The Alloway Reception Centre offers visitor services including the Buffalo Stone Café and The Nature Shop. The 10,000 sq. ft. Interpretive Centre is home to the Aquarium of the Prairies, Planet H2O and Prairie Partners exhibits, and Kiwanis Touch Museum. Other must-sees include the Prairie Dog Town, Bison Prairie, Tipi Encampment, and Pioneer Sod House. Open daily, year round. Admission fees. Guided group ecotours in English and French are available by reservation. Tel. 204-989-8355; fax: 204-895-4700; Website: www.fortwhyte.org E-mail: info@fortwhyte.org Location: 1961 McCreary Road. |
| Portia Marsh Interpretive Centre | |
| Portia Marsh Interpretive Centre The boardwalk captures the lush, wild character of a healthy marshland and the vigour of the wildlife it encompasses. The marsh offers a colourful walking trail. There is a sheltered picnic site adjacent to the marsh. Tel. 204-767-2101; Web: www.mts.net/~alonsacd Location: north of Alonsa. |
| Medicine Rock (Assin KaMicha Bikisit) | |
| Medicine Rock Assin KaMicha Bikisit A traditional gathering place where Aboriginal people give offerings. The actual site has interpretive signage. Over 9,280 ac of the WMA is considered an endangered space and a 12.8 km/8 mi. riding trail traverses the Alonsa Wildlife Management Area. Tel. 204-767-2101; Web: www.mts.net/~alonsacd Location: 6 mi. southeast of Ste. Amelie on gravel road. |
| Lorna Smith Nature Centre | |
| Lorna Smith Nature Centre This protected habitat contains a variety of prairie plants and wildlife species in an untamed, natural setting. Tel. (204) 747-2530; fax: (204) 747-2956; Website: www.tmcd.ca Location: near Boissevain. |
| Wekusko Falls | |
| Wekusko Falls Two suspension bridges and trails lead visitors along and over a series of falls and rapids on the Grass River. There's a campground, beach, playground and boat launches accessing Wekusko and Tramping lakes. Open May to September. Tel. 204-945-6784; toll-free: 1-800-214-6497. Location: 15 km north on PR 392 from PTH 39. |
| Native Orchid Conservation Inc. | |
| Guided tours to see native orchid species and other rare plants and their habitat. Group size from 10 to 25. Season of operation June 15 to August 1. Tel. 204-947-9707, fax: 204-231-4448; Web: www.nativeorchid.org E-mail: adames@mts.net |
| Nopiming Provincial Park | |
| Nopiming Provincial Park Named from an Anishinabe word meaning "entrance to the wilderness." The park features towering granite outcrops, stands of black spruce and more than 700 lakes, several of them with fly-in or drive-in fishing lodges and outcamps. Its wildlife includes woodland caribou in season (seldom seen this far south). Campgrounds can be found at Beresford, Bird, Black lakes and Tulabi Falls. Tel. 204-945-6784; toll-free: 1-800-214-6497; Web: www.manitobaparks.com E-mail: nrinfo@gov.mb.ca |
| Melita | |
| Melita is the Hot Spot! Sunny, the 33 ft. Banana, and Breezy, the Blue Jay, invite you to come to Melita. Relax at the campground and enjoy the recreation activities available throughout the community. Outdoor pool, golf course, museums, interpretive nature trails, playgrounds, children's summer programs and more. |
| Swan Valley Historical Museum | |
| Nestled in the Swan River Valley, Swan River is a picturesque area located between the Duck Mountains and the Porcupine Provincial Forest. Enjoy fishing, beaches, hiking trails, waterskiing and boardsailing or downhill and cross-country skiing, snowmobile trails and ice fishing. The town boasts rodeo action at the Northwest Round-up held at the end of July. Swan River Valley was recognized as the 1998 Forestry Capital of Canada. Swan Valley Historical Museum depicts local pioneer life, history of the logging industry and agriculture. A heritage plaque commemorates the Red Deer Lumber Company and other area mills. The museum holds the Swan Valley Harvest Festival the last weekend of August. Swan Valley Historical Museum Archives located downtown at Northwest Regional Library. Open daily mid-May to mid-September, Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, 1 – 5 p.m. Adult admission $2.00 Tel. 204-734-3585 Location: 1 mi north of Swan River on Hwy 10 |
| Kaleida | |
| Kaleida The cemetery at a stone Anglican church southwest of Darlingford contains gravestones of pioneer families. There is an excellent view of the sweeping Pembina River Valley to the south. Location: southwest of Darlingford, off PR 528. |
| Duck Mountain Provincial Park | |
| Part of a long series of highlands known as the Manitoba Escarpment. The park is composed of thickly wooded, rolling terrain with dozens of deep clear lakes brimming with trout, splake, rainbow trout, walleye, northern pike and perch. East Blue Lake is 60 m/200 feet deep and the bottom is visible at 9-12 m/30-40 ft. Boreal and deciduous forests and upland meadows support a wide variety of wildlife. Enjoy fishing, camping, boating, hiking, scuba diving and biking. Tel. 204-945-6784; toll-free: 1-800-214-6497. Baldy Mountain is Manitoba's highest point at 831 m/2,727 ft., with an observation tower at the summit offering a spectacular view. This historic interpretive site includes a picnic area, hiking trail and washrooms. Copernicus Hill, topped by a monument and observation tower, is a 1.5 km/1 mi. trail passing through a boreal forest. |
| Binscarth Gordon Orr Memorial Museum | |
| Binscarth Gordon Orr Memorial Museum exhibits a wonderful collection of artifacts specific to the area. Open Monday to Friday mid-June to mid-August. Donations accepted. Tel. 204-532-2217 (summer) and 204-532-2223 (after August 31). Location: 19 km/11 mi. south of Russell on Hwy. 16. |
| Hillcrest Museum | |
| Hillcrest Museum is a 1910 castle-like home housing local artifacts, over 5,000 butterfly and moth collection and the Agricultural Museum. Open June, 2 p.m.- 5 p.m. Sunday only; July and August, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. daily. Group tours by appointment. Admission charged. Tel. 204-483-3309. Location: 26 Crescent Avenue East. |
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