This summer staycation idea steps into the pages of Manitoba's literary history by touring the birthplaces of beloved novels and local authors such as Nellie McClung, Margaret Laurence, Martha Brooks and Gabrielle Roy.
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Road trip idea takes the literary route
Step into the pages of Manitoba’s bookish history by touring the birthplaces of beloved stories
Lock targets on pike for spring fishing
Northern pike make for some memorable early season action as the open water season gets underway
It was a calm spring day as my son Mark and I made our way up a grassy creek, swollen with the yearly influx of meltwater. Our targets for the day were post-spawn northern pike or, in common parlance, jackfish or jacks. We were moving under paddle power, having previously made the mistake of motoring
Fishing rules in Manitoba for 2024
As open water season approaches, it’s worth reviewing some of last year’s important regulatory changes. Some of these haven’t quite sunk in with the angling community. I was recently talking to an old fishing pal, who was regaling me with the tale of a lovely pike he had caught and taken home for dinner. After
Autumn explorations: It’s worth heading north
Dauphin and the north end of Riding Mountain National Park offer stunning fall colours and activities
If your time in Riding Mountain National Park has been limited to the Clear Lake or Wasagaming area, you’re missing prime day trip opportunities to the north. The north side of the park and Dauphin region feature many scenic viewpoints (see slideshow below), adventures and chances for cross-country exploration. And the time has never been
Hidden attraction worth the hunt
A revived Eternal Springs recreational area is tough to find but a great destination
If you live in western Manitoba or are driving through that region, take a short side trip to Eternal Springs, located in a wooded, almost-hidden ravine several kilometres north of Oak Lake. Plan a picnic or a hike or take fishing gear. This spot was first developed as a recreational area in the early 1970s
In praise of the unloved fish
Manitoba’s waters are filled with fish that are interesting, challenging to catch, tasty and tragically ignored
Most local anglers would look at my fishing calendar and wonder why I’m taking a pass on walleye so often. At the risk of getting angry emails for saying so, I find them a little boring. Sure, they taste great, but so do other species. Walleye don’t put up much of a fight and the
Setting sights on smallmouth bass
From June excitement to summer introductions with novice anglers, this species has plenty to offer
I have been drawn to fishing for smallmouth bass for much of my life. They are exciting to catch and live in beautiful places. In my case, they are also a part of family memories. My parents owned a modest cottage on the Winnipeg River, built with used two-by-fours and sweat equity. Dad, whose family
Try some new outdoor activities in ‘COVID times’
From skating to skiing and even winter camping, opportunities abound
With indoor activities still limited, it’s time to try out some new outdoor activities. For certain there will be days when frigid or blustery conditions may limit what you do, but if you take care to dress warmly, particularly your head, hands and feet you will discover that staying warm is possible if you keep
Home ice advantage: Backyard rinks a winter oasis
A grassroots movement to resurrect the outdoor rink has got rural Manitobans back on skates despite pandemic restrictions
Ordinarily the skating rinks of rural Manitoba would be bustling community hubs. There would be the scrape of skates along the ice, the crack of a hard shot and the thud of the pucks along the boards. But today they’re ghost towns, as COVID-19 restrictions have closed and locked their doors. The parking lots are
Heads-up for motorcycle safety
Here’s some reminders of things to do even before you get out on the road
In keeping with the goal of encouraging driver safety on the roads and highways, the RCMP reminds motorcyclists to adopt safe driving behaviours that reduce the risk of collisions. Safe motorcycling begins long before hitting the pavement. By planning ahead, you can ride towards a safer future for you and everyone else on the road.
Cyber-Savvy Farmer
