Real ranches, rodeos and cattle drives aren’t just preserving the frontier spirit, they’re actively practising it. Much the same can be said for a couple of young cowpokes, living the dream on the escarpment carved out in the western region of Manitoba. The Nykoliation family of Crandall has been cattle ranching for over 40 years,
The life of a working cowboy
Nykoliation brothers Ty and Lane are living the lifestyle of lariats and horses
McIntyre family exploding into performance horse market
Six-year-old stallion Smokin’ N Rockin’ top rope horse in the United States
There’s something special about life with horses, as the McIntyre family of Strathclair has come to learn, both from a business and pleasure standpoint. Prodigy of River Hills Ranch Ltd., located approximately nine kilometres northwest of the community, can be found in multiple disciplines from a local, provincial, national and international perspective. Four generations of
Schweitzer Simmentals honoured with distinguished service award
Cam and Myrna Schweitzer have been breed supporters for 37 years
Dedication and perseverance play important roles in the cattle industry, from farm gate to association perspective. Showcasing those elements, Cam and Myrna Schweitzer of Schweitzer Simmentals, near Decker, were recognized by the Manitoba Simmental Association (MSA) at the Premium Beef Bull Sale held on March 18 in Neepawa. It was here where the couple received
Sandy Lake resident’s photography carries on a family tradition
Nature photographer Deb Maluk’s mother and grandmother were also avid photographers
Imagination, patience, people skills and passion have lifted the art of photography to lofty heights for Deb Maluk of Sandy Lake. It must run in her blood. “I have been into photography forever. My maternal grandmother loved taking pictures, as did my mother,” said Maluk. “The image of my grand- mother with the camera around
Couple’s retirement hobby is for the birds
Jim and Bev Levandosky of Strathclair create one-of-a-kind bird dwellings
A retired Strathclair couple has provided safe harbour for birds in locales as far-flung as British Columbia, Ontario and even the U.S. states of Colorado and Florida. Jim and Bev Levandosky have been building one-of-a-kind homes for their feathered friends for the past 10 years, full of character and colour. Their vast selection includes cabins,
Silver Bend Hiking Trail restored
Views of the Assiniboine Valley in Miniota area breathtaking
An important link to the history of the Miniota area, closed due to flooding four years ago, has been reclaimed. In no small part that’s thanks to the Birtle Miniota & District Development Corporation (BMDDC) and supporters. The Silver Bend Revitalization project was spearheaded by Jenny Kuemper, under the direction of the BMDDC. The organization
Mother-daughter duo hit the trail at Gypsy Ridge
Birtle-area women offer breathtaking views of Asessippi Valley from a saddle
At Gypsy Ridge Horseback Adventures, the trails are all maintained and the sights breathtaking. As the sun gleams on the rippling water flowing within the Asessippi River, trees sway from a warm summer breeze, riding high or valley low, a great western retreat awaits all thanks to the mother-daughter team of Amanda Flintoft and April
World Clydesdale Show a first for Manitoba
Draft horse show families involved with fundraising, promotion of 2021 event
A Hamiota couple is putting heart and soul into the upcoming World Clydesdale Show, slated to touch down in Manitoba in 2021. Reg and Carol Madsen come by their interest honestly, having showed at the event in Madison, Wisconsin, and they and other show families are excited to showcase their home province with the event.
Shoal Lake students learn to be river scientists
School program to test Oak River water brings positive results
Issues stemming from the health and level of the lake, have been as concerning to a group of students and their teacher at the Shoal Lake School, as they are to landowners and recreational users. While the Grade 7/8 students let municipal and provincial officials settle the course of action on the level of Shoal
Will this be the last year for Birtle’s Pasture Pickin’ weekend?
Organizers hope new members will step forward to ensure the event’s future
After 13 years of providing down-home music in a valley setting, the future of Birtle’s Pasture Pickin’ weekend is uncertain. The current organizing committee will lose two key members this year, prompting the group of five to bow out in hopes that others will come forward to fill their shoes. “Although the present committee of
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