This hasn’t stopped the present-day residents from planning a wonderful anniversary celebration to honour its heritage. If you’re a resident (present or former) of the Rural Municipality of Lansdowne, or if you’re interested in the district, you’re in for a treat this summer. The municipality will be having a big homecoming celebration in July. Incorporated
Celebration In The R. M. Of Lansdowne
Air Show Cancelled But Will Site Remain?
“I’ve been told it’s 10 times as hard to fly these as a real one.” – STEVE SOUCHUK Another rural tradition is being lost this summer. The Asessippi Remote Control Airshow and Fun Fly, originally scheduled for the end of June, has been cancelled, after a tradition of more than 30 years. Plans were already
Extending The Gardening Season
If you’re one of those gardeners who can’t wait to get some early homegrown vegetables, there are a few inexpensive ways to extend your gardening season – at both ends! One of the easiest ways is by using a “cold frame.” You can buy these, with a plastic cover, but that can be costly if
Manitoba’s Owl Survey: A Night To Remember
The Nocturnal Owl Survey counts birds by “listening” for them at night. Are you interested in owls? Would you like to contribute to scientific knowledge about their distribution, abundance and habits? If so, you might like to take part in the Manitoba Nocturnal Owl Survey, held annually during the last two weeks of March and
Planning to go south this winter? Visit the whooping cranes
The bugling cry of a whooping crane echoed across the salt marsh, and I was thrilled. For me, it was a dream come true. If you’re a winter Texan (like many retired Manitobans), or planning a short visit to that state, you too can enjoy the sound and sight of this rare bird. Most Manitobans
109 years of Christmas Bird Count
With binoculars in hand, and a trusted bird book nearby, volunteers begin their count. An interesting activity at this time of year is the annual Christmas Bird Count organized in various communities around the province. Usually about 20 Manitoba centres have a bird count during a three-week time slot over the Christmas/ New Year’s period.
Tours teach educators about wars
Sometimes we hear complaints that students don’t learn enough about the First and Second World Wars and the part Canadian soldiers played in these historic events. Hoping to change that, a number of Canadian teachers have, for the last three summers, taken part in study tours designed to provide an in-depth understanding of the Canadian
Cyber-Savvy Farmer
