By Brian Schultz Hunting enthusiasts will share their passion for the sport during the fifth annual Provincial Hunting Day on Saturday, September 28. The Manitoba Wildlife Federation (MWF) is hosting family activities at Oak Hammock Marsh from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Those...
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Look to the Sky — Astronomy Night at Oak Hammock Marsh
Star-gazers will gather at Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre tonight to learn more about the stories and lore behind some of the fall constellations. Fall is a great season to observe constellations that aren't visible during the rest of the year, including...
Groundhog Manitoba Merv Calls for an Early Spring
In what may seem like a gifted winter with these mild temperatures lately, it's about to get a whole lot better. Manitoba Merv -- the province's unofficial groundhog -- didn't see his shadow Thursday morning at Oak Hammock Marsh just north of Winnipeg. That means...
Workshop Tells Why Some Birds Stay Put for Winter
Fun fact: Only 10% of Manitoba birds will stay in the province for the winter -- the only few to not join their friends in warmer climates down south. Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre will explain why these particular birds remain, who they are, and how they find...
Oak Hammock Marsh Hosting Long Weekend Family Fun
By Brian Schultz Looking for something to do this Thanksgiving weekend besides getting ready for Sunday's Winnipeg Jets game? Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre has planned three full days of family-friendly fun to keep you busy. And Environment Canada says the...
Provincial Hunting Day Marked on Saturday
The Manitoba Wildlife Federation (MWF) will mark the third annual Provincial Hunting Day on Saturday at Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre. Family-friendly activities have been planned, including an archery and air rifle range, retriever dog demonstrations,...
Hazy, Lazy Fun at Oak Hammock Marsh
By David Klassen Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre is keeping families busy this long weekend with canoe adventures, toe-dipping contests, water games and other fun activities. Hazy, Lazy Days of Summer runs today and Sunday. The weekend will also feature...
Learn How to Kiteboard at Upcoming Workshop
By David Klassen Many people may be unfamiliar with kiteboarding, but the concept is a popular winter pastime for snowboarders and skiers who want to propel themselves in the air, and across snow and ice in a different way. As the sport gains traction locally, Oak...
Meteorologist to Teach Workshop on Weather Systems
Manitoba's weather is unpredictable, fascinating, and will be the topic of discussion on Saturday, November 6 during a presentation at Oak Hammock Marsh. Whatever the Weather Workshop will show you how to read the sky and have a better understanding of meteorological...
Oak Hammock Marsh Holding Halloween Party October 30
Another pre-Halloween party to add to your calendar -- this time at Oak Hammock Marsh. The nature retreat near Stonewall will host a series of activities on Saturday, October 30, including: Halloween scavenger hunt select times throughout the day -- Participate in a...
Oak Hammock Marsh Holding Farewell Migration Concert
A migration concert to celebrate the send-off of thousands of geese at Oak Hammock Marsh is slated for Sunday, October 24. Music of the Cambrian String Quartet featuring members of the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra will provide entertainment for the family friendly...
Migration Festival Celebrates Birds’ Flight South
To celebrate thousands of geese preparing to migrate south for the winter, Oak Hammock Marsh is hosting a number of events this weekend and next weekend. Prairie Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre will be joining the marsh with wildlife ambassadors, including a Peregrine...







