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| Whiteshell Provincial Park | |
| Whiteshell Provincial Park This spectacular park offers over 2,729 km²/1,689 mi² of dazzling waters and lush forests. Park visitors of all ages enjoy hiking, mountain biking, tennis, quiet beaches and water sports of all kinds. Over 200 lakes offer walleye, northern pike, perch, smallmouth bass and lake trout fishing excitement. A year-round playground, the Whiteshell offers winter lovers cross-country and downhill skiing, snowshoeing, ice fishing, winter hiking, skating and snowmobiling. The park has three entrance points: Hwy. 1 from the east or west, from the south on the La Vérendrye Trail at Hwy. 44 and driving northward on PR 307. To enter the park from the north take Hwy. 11 on the La Vérendrye Trail to Seven Sisters on PR 307. Tel. 204-945-6784; toll-free: 1-800-214-6497; Web: www.manitobaparks.com E-mail: nrinfo@gov.mb.ca | |
| 200 Saulteaux Cresc. WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R3J 3W3 Email: nrinfo@gov.mb.ca Web: www.manitobaparks.com | |
| Crystal City Community Printing Museum | |
| Crystal City The Crystal City Community Printing Museum houses western Canada's largest collection of century-old printing machinery still in perfect operating condition. Printing of the local paper began in 1881 until 1952. The shop also housed a small job printing business in the original building using letter press machinery. The print shop is a designated provincial heritage site marked with a Manitoba Heritage Council plaque. Open year-round, Monday to Friday by appointment. Admission charged. Location: 212 Broadway Street South. | |
| Box 295 CRYSTAL CITY, MB CANADA R0K 0N0 Tel: 204-873-2095/204-825-7034 Email: jimmartin2012@hotmail.com | |
| 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. | |
| Main Floor, 213 Notre Dame Avenue WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R3B 1N3 Toll Free: 1-800-282-8069 Tel: 204-945-2205 Fax: 204-948-2384 Web: www.gov.mb.ca/chc/hrb/index.html | |
| International Peace Garden | |
| International Peace Garden Located on the Manitoba/North Dakota border 24 km south of Boissevain, visitors are free to roam within the garden from one country to the other. The Peace Garden is more than flowers, summer camps and camping. It is dedicated to peace and home to informative sites such as our Conservatory, Interpretive Centre, North American Game Warden Museum and Peace Chapel. It is an amazing place for family gatherings, great meals and creating lasting memories. Our Garden is open year-around with the exception of the week between Christmas & New Years. Admission to enter park. Noted for exquisite landscaping, the garden features: A unique 5.5 m/18 ft working Floral Clock with nearly 3,000 flowers, run by GPS. The Peace Chapel features three walls of fossil-embellished Manitoba limestone with quotations from "people of peace." The September 11 Memorial displays 10 beams from the World Trade Center in the formal garden. The International Peace Tower’s height, 35 m/120 ft high, symbolizes the soaring ambitions of the early immigrants arriving from the four corners of the world to Canada and the United States in the 1800’s and 1900’s. The Carillon Bell Tower sounds every quarter-hour from 14 chimes. The bells range in weight from 250 lbs to 2,000 lbs, totalling 20 tons. The Historic Lodge is built of native stone and Manitoba timber by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the late 1930s. The CCC also built the dam and spillway that created Lake Udall. The International Music Camp has weekly sessions in band, choir, orchestra, dance, drama and other fine arts, during June and July. The Masonic Auditorium, built in the shape of the Masonic symbol which is square and compass, is the only building of its kind in the world. The North American Game Warden Museum is a joint initiative of Fish and Wildlife Officers from both Canada and the United States. In the rear courtyard is the Hall on Honors, the first memorial if its kind in the world dedicated to their brother and sister wildlife enforcement officers who have lost their lives while serving to protect natural resources. Stone monuments of every state and province are on display, listing their fallen officers. The Sunken Garden is an octagonal mosaic pattern of trees, flowering shrubs, perennials, annuals and paved walkways meandering around an impressive centered octagonal pond. Interpretive Centre and Conservatory, Gift Shop, Restaurant and Horticultural Library A year-around Interpretive Center houses a restaurant, conservatory, retail store and moderate horticulture library. The conservatory reveals 40 years of a 6,000 specimen collection of exotic trees, succulents and cacti. Africa is home to many of the plants. The collection was donated by Don Vitko of Minot, ND. It is the first of its kind in North Dakota and only the second in Manitoba. The Dedication Day was September 11, 2010. Identification Requirements The International Peace Garden does not require any identification for entrance. However, upon leaving the International Peace Garden, you will report to the port of entry of whichever country you are re-entering. At that time identification will need to be presented. US and Canadian citizens do not need a passport to visit the International Peace Garden. The ports of entry ask that you have two forms of identification, which are: 1. a photo ID (example: driver's license) 2. proof of citizenship (copy of a birth certificate) For children a birth certificate is the only form of identification that is needed. For further information, please call the port of entry that will be used upon leaving the International Peace Garden. Tel. 204-534-2510 Toll-free: 1-888-432-6733 Web: www.peacegarden.com | |
| Box 419 BOISSEVAIN, MB CANADA R0K 0E0 Toll Free: 1-888-432-6733 Tel: 204-534-2510/204-534-6964 Fax: 701-263-3169 Email: kathy@peacegarden.com Web: www.peacegarden.com | |
| St. Malo & District | |
| St. Malo is known for its beaches, campgrounds, cottages, Summer Festival, Winter Festival, Family Hockey Tournament Weekend and outdoor pilgrimage at its famous Shrine and Grotto. Web: www.jadorestmalo.ca Location: off Hwy. 59 on Beach Road near St. Malo Provincial Park. | |
| Box 328 ST. MALO, MB CANADA R0A 1T0 Tel: 204-347-5624 Email: info@jadorestmalo.ca Web: www.jadorestmalo.ca | |
| M.S. River Rouge Cruise Ship | |
| The M.S. River Rouge Cruise Line offers afternoon and evening sight-seeing cruises 1 p.m. - 3 p.m., 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. daily and 10:30 p.m. - 2 a.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Tel. 204-774-7009 Web:www.theriverrouge.com Dock location: Alexander Dock on Waterfront Drive (By the Forks) | |
| 44100C - 1155 Main St. WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R2W 3S0 Tel: 204-774-7009 Email: theriverrouge@gmail.com Web: www.msrouge.com | |
| Miniota Municipal Museum | |
| Miniota The Miniota Municipal Museum includes a pioneer home, Native artifacts and fossils. Open July and August daily and by appointment; June and September by appointment. Admission charged. Tel. (204) 567-3690/567-3505/567-3643. | |
| Box 59, 110 Stuart Avenue MINIOTA, MB CANADA R0M 1M0 Tel: 204-567-3690 | |
| 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. | |
| 200 Saulteaux Cresc. WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R3J 3W3 Email: nrinfo@gov.mb.ca Web: www.manitobaparks.com | |
| Flin Flon Station Museum | |
| Flin Flon Station Museum contains artifacts collected from mining, transportation and Flin Flon Station Museum cultural sources, including a diving suit and helmet, a Linn tractor used in early freight hauls, a train sweeper and ore car. Also on display is a 63 lb. lake trout caught in the Flin Flon area. Open first weekend in June to August 31 daily 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Admission charged. Tel. 204-687-2946; Website: www.cityofflinflon.com Location: on PTH 10 at the tourist park. | |
| 20 - 1st Avenue FLIN FLON, MB CANADA R8A 0T4 Tel: 204-687-2946 Web: www.cityofflinflon.com | |
| Lyncrest Airport | |
| This heritage airport has grass runways, a modern, wheelchair accessible clubhouse, the oldest home-built aircraft in Canada, unique antiques, and the largest diversity of modern aircraft types, including light aircraft on skis or floats! Look interested and you'll likely be invited on a complimentary flight or a tour of an aircraft under construction! Open during daylight hours. Free admission, free parking. Tel. 204-222-0079; 204-253-2526; Web: www.lyncrest.org Location: 57119 Murdock Road. | |
| 57119 Murdock Road Winnipeg, MB CANADA R2C 2Z3 Tel: 204-261-1007 Email: jill.oakes@ad.umanitoba.ca Web: www.lyncrest.org | |
| Rennie, Seven Sisters | |
| As you move north through the park on PR 307 and 309, you are treated to miles of scenic beauty dotted with cosy resorts, campgrounds and peaceful picnic areas. The border towns of Rennie on Hwy. 44 and Seven Sisters on PR 307 offer a full line of services such as grocery stores, gas stations, hotels, motels and restaurants. | |
| 200 Saulteaux Cresc. WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R3J 3W3 Email: nrinfo@gov.mb.ca Web: www.manitobaparks.com | |
| 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. | |
| Box 33 ALONSA, MB CANADA R0H 0A0 Toll Free: 1-888-698-7811 Tel: 204-767-2101 Fax: 204-767-2044 Email: alonsacd@mymts.net Web: www.mts.net/~alonsacd | |
| Crow Wing Trail | |
| Crow Wing Trail, now part of the Trans-Canada Trail, closely parallels the original trail route. It connected the Red River Settlement to the railway hub of St. Paul, Minnesota, and wound through the scenic grounds of what is now the Saint-Pierre-Jolys Museum site. The first printing press of the Winnipeg Free Press was originally carried along this historic trail. | |
| Main Floor, 213 Notre Dame Avenue WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R3B 1N3 Toll Free: 1-800-282-8069 Tel: 204-945-2205 Fax: 204-948-2384 Web: www.gov.mb.ca/chc/hrb/index.html | |
| Malaher Trail | |
| The Malaher Trail winds for 1 km through riparian forest and bush and features rapids, beaver dams, towering elm, maple and ash trees and a wooden bridge over Oxbow Lake. Signs and brochures outline the story of its history. Open April to November. Tel. 204-877-3020; fax: 204-877-3090; Website: www.wsrcd.com Location: 2.5 km west of Melita on PR 455. | |
| Box 339 RESTON, MB CANADA R0M 1X0 Tel: 204-877-3020 Fax: 204-877-3090 Web: www.wsrcd.com | |
| Darlingford Memorial and Park (PHS) | |
| Darlingford A large boulder marks the overland route taken by Pierre Gaultier de Varennes, sieur de la Vérendrye and his party in search of the western sea. The trail was also followed by fur traders and settlers. The Darlingford Memorial and Park, dedicated in 1921 to the men of the area who served and died in the first and second world wars, overlooks the Pembina Hills. (PHS) | |
| Main Floor, 213 Notre Dame Avenue WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R3B 1N3 Toll Free: 1-800-282-8069 Tel: 204-945-2205 Fax: 204-948-2384 Web: www.gov.mb.ca/chc/hrb/index.html | |
| Little Dance Hill | |
| Pilot Mound The community in the heart of the Pembina Valley was named for a mound that can be seen from 25 km/16 mi. away. It was known as Little Dance Hill by the Assiniboin First Nation and a landmark for explorers and settlers travelling across the prairie. | |
| Main Floor, 213 Notre Dame Avenue WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R3B 1N3 Toll Free: 1-800-282-8069 Tel: 204-945-2205 Fax: 204-948-2384 Web: www.gov.mb.ca/chc/hrb/index.html | |
| Mantario Hiking Trail | |
| Mantario Hiking Trail is the longest in the Canadian Shield area of Western Canada. Hike over 60 kilometres of rugged Precambrian terrain. This challenging trail is intended for experienced backpackers. Location: PR 312 at Caddy Lake or North Shore Big Whiteshell Lake, PR 309. | |
| 200 Saulteaux Cresc. WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R3J 3W3 Email: nrinfo@gov.mb.ca Web: www.manitobaparks.com | |
| Saskeram & Tom Lamb Wildlife Management Areas | |
| Saskeram & Tom Lamb Wildlife Management Areas Two of the province's largest wildlife management areas are Saskeram, covering 97,041 ha/ 239,785 ac., and the Tom Lamb WMA encompassing 218,846 ha/ 540,761 ac. Both include important breeding and staging habitat for waterfowl. Location: east and west of PTH 10 near The Pas. | |
| Box 24 - 200 Saulteaux Crescent WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R3J 3W3 | |
 Dauphin | |
| Dauphin Dauphin is rich with nature, culture, history and events. Nestled between the beautiful Riding Mountain National Park and Duck Mountain Provincial Park, it is a gateway to pristine wilderness, wildlife and clear blue lakes. Known as the "City of Sunshine" (sunshine 21% of the time), it is also a city of festivals, becoming home to Canada's National Ukrainian Festival and Dauphin's Countryfest, Canada's longest running country music festival. The work ethic and warm hospitality of its people have made it one of the hottest sport tourism destinations in Manitoba, having hosted such recent events as the 2010 RBC Cup National Junior A Hockey Championship. Its vibrant Ukrainian culture and pioneer past bring history alive with beautiful heritage structures and attractions. Dauphin is a hidden gem that is just waiting to be discovered both by visitors and those seeking a great place in which to live, work and raise a family. Tel. 204-622-3216 Toll-free: 1-866-566-5669 Fax: 204-622-3290 Web: www.tourismdauphin.ca E-mail: tourism@dauphin.ca | |
| 100 Main Street S. DAUPHIN, MB CANADA R7N 1K3 Toll Free: 1-877-566-5669 Tel: 204-622-3216/204-622-3228 Fax: 204-622-3290 Email: tourism@dauphin.ca Web: www.tourismdauphin.ca | |
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| Beaudry Provincial Park | |
| Beaudry Provincial Heritage Park The park is dedicated to protect its remnants of tall-grass prairie and to restore this endangered habitat. A dense riverbottom forest flourishes near the Assiniboine River. Its prominent wildlife includes a variety of songbirds, whitetail deer, raccoons and beaver. There are hiking and cross-country ski trails. Tel. 204-945-6784; toll-free: 1-800-214-6497. Location: southwest of Headingley. | |
| 200 Saulteaux Cresc. WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R3J 3W3 Email: nrinfo@gov.mb.ca Web: www.manitobaparks.com | |
| Island Park and Crescent Lake | |
| Island Park and Crescent Lake This scenic park is home to Splash Island, our outdoor water park, a playground area, bandshell, arboretum, deer and waterfowl sanctuary, tennis courts, picnic sites, horse racing track, strawberry farms and an 18-hole golf course. The newly constructed recreation multiplex, the PCU Centre, is the ideal place for recreation, sport and gatherings. The Crescent Lake community walking path has many historical signs that give reference to sites of the past and current heritage properties along the lake. In the winter enjoy an ice rink, a toboggan slide and national award winning Island of Lights. Tel. 204-239-8334 Location: Portage la Prairie | |
| 97 Saskatchewan Avenue East Portage la Prairie, MB CANADA R1N 0L8 Tel: 204-239-8321 Email: info@city-plap.com Web: www.city.portage-la-prairie.mb.ca | |
| Pisew Falls-Kwasitchewan Falls | |
| Pisew Falls-Kwasitchewan Falls At Pisew Falls, the Grass River drops 13 m/ 42.7 ft., changes direction and jets down through a gorge. A short boardwalk leads to observation platforms. Another .5 km/.3 mi. trail leads to the Rotary Bridge over the Grass River below the falls giving access to trails leading to the top of Pisew Falls and to a 22 km return hiking trail to Kwasitchewan Falls, Manitoba's highest waterfall. Backcountry campsites are at the far end of the loop. Tel. 204-945-6784; toll-free: 1-800-214-6497. Location: between Wabowden and Thompson on Hwy. 6. | |
| 200 Saulteaux Cresc. WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R3J 3W3 Email: nrinfo@gov.mb.ca Web: www.manitobaparks.com | |
| Churchill and Kaskatamagan Wildlife Management Areas | |
| Churchill and Kuskatamagah Wildlife Management Areas along with Wapusk National Park protect significant tracts of Hudson Bay coastline from the Churchill townsite, south along Hudson Bay and east to the Ontario border. The areas protect the fragile coastal and tundra ecosystem that provides habitat for polar bears, caribou and geese. | |
| Box 24 - 200 Saulteaux Crescent WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R3J 3W3 | |
| 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. | |
| 200 Saulteaux Cresc. WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R3J 3W3 Email: nrinfo@gov.mb.ca Web: www.manitobaparks.com | |
| La Barrière Park | |
| This 323 acre park hugs the banks of the La Salle River, just outside the southern edge of the City of Winnipeg. Areas have been developed for walking and cross-country skiing. Picnic sites and sport fields are located along side of a large paved parking lot. Park admission is free, open year-round. For guided tours please call 204-832-0167, to book a picnic site or athletic field call 311 in Winnipeg or toll-free 1-877-311-4974. Web: winnipeg.ca/publicworks/parks/parksandfields.asp Location: 6 km south of the intersection of Waverley and the Perimeter Highway. | |
| 105 - 1155 Pacific Avenue WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R3E 3P1 Toll Free: 1-877-311-4974 Tel: 311/ Fax: 204-986-3860 Web: www.winnipeg.ca/publicworks/parksandfields | |
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