VISITOR S GUIDE 2018
WELCOME TO MANITOBA PARKS. As Minister of Sustainable Development, I am pleased to welcome you to Manitoba s provincial parks, where the great outdoors provides a memorable environment for your leisure or holiday enjoyment. Whether your goal is family fun, a fishing or ecotourism adventure or a quiet commune with nature, you will find it all here in our impressive network of all-season parks. The many faces of Manitoba from hills to desert to pristine lakes to awe-inspiring greenery are a wonder to discover for residents and visitors of all ages. Our province boasts some of the world s finest sandy beaches, outdoor festivals, unique nature observation sites and cultural experiences, all complimented by our renowned provincial hospitality. Conserving our province s natural splendor remains a priority for our government, as we continue to work to ensure Manitoba s parks, and other natural spaces, will thrive for generations to come. Honourable Rochelle Squires Minister of Sustainable Development 3
Invasive Pests are Threatening Manitoba s Trees Trees are a valuable source of shade during Manitoba s hot summers. Not only that, but trees help reduce pollutants and dust in the air, reduce run-off during rain storms, and provide recreational opportunities. Manitoba s trees are threatened by invasive forest pests like the emerald ash borer (EAB), which was recently discovered in Winnipeg. These are diseases and insects that are not native to Manitoba and can be highly destructive, because the natural controls from their native habitats are not present here. While Dutch elm disease (DED), an invasive fungal disease, has already had a considerable impact on Manitoba s elms, EAB threatens to destroy our ash trees. Winnipeg is now regulated by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency for EAB meaning that firewood of all species, raw ash logs and material, and ash nursery stock cannot be taken out of Winnipeg and moved to other areas without written permission from the CFIA. Also note that the transport and storage of elm in Manitoba is prohibited by provincial law. While DED has been successfully managed in many areas, EAB is proving to be much more difficult to control. The key to defending Manitoba s trees from this invader is prevention and early detection. Do Your Part Do not move firewood over distances. Purchase your firewood locally, and burn it where you buy it. Don t bring ash and elm wood to our provincial parks. Familiarize yourself with the signs and symptoms of EAB, and report any suspicious trees to the Provincial Tree Line: 204-945-7866. To learn more, visit: www.manitoba.ca/stopthespread www.manitoba.ca/sd/forestry/health/firewood-alert.html
TABLE OF CONTENTS Help Prevent the Spread of Invasive Species...4 Parks Reservation Service/Rates...6 Healthy by Nature...7 Learn and Discover with Park Interpreters...8 Central Region...10 Eastern Region...14 Northern Region...20 Western Region...24 Beach and Boating Safety...29 Be Bear Smart...30 Paws in Parks... 31 Highlights...33 For More Information...34 Watch for the Star Attractions Logo The Star Logo on street and highway signs directs you to Manitoba Star Attractions. This publication is available in multiple formats upon request. Cover Photo - Tulabi Falls Yurt - Nopiming Provincial Park 5
PARKS RESERVATION SERVICE Manitoba s online Parks Reservation Service is the easy, convenient way to make sure you can enjoy your favourite campsite this season. The Manitoba-made and operated system allows users to browse available campsites, photos, and view park maps and details about each campsite. With real-time, up-to-date information, the system improves connections between campground offices and the reservation system and provides a better way to manage park resources and campground inventory. Visit us online at manitobaparks.com to make your campsite reservations. Group use, cabin, yurt and Birds Hill campsite reservations can be made Monday, March 19 th. Reservations for campsites at Winnpeg Beach and the Whiteshell open on Monday, April 2. All other campsite reservations open on Monday, April 4. For telephone assistance, call toll free 1-888-4U2-CAMP (1-888-482-2267) or in Winnipeg at 204-948-3333. Making reservations for others Now, making online reservations for family and friends is easier than ever. Simply ensure their name, account number, address information and number of people is handy, because reservations must be in the name of the person who will be occupying the campsite. Then, just make one easy payment to secure all your reservations. Cancellations, Changes, and Refunds If your plans change, please let us know. If you cancel four or more days in advance of your arrival date, you will receive a refund, less the $10.00 non-refundable reservation fee. If you cancel within three days or less, you will receive a refund, less the $10.00 non-refundable reservation fee and the first night s camping fee. If you cancel after your arrival date, no refund will be issued. Depending on availability, changes to reservations regarding dates and location or facilities may be allowed for a non-refundable change fee of $4.00. However, changes made within three days or less of your arrival date that involve a later arrival, or moving to another campground will be subject to an additional nonrefundable nightly camping fee plus the change fee. Name changes for reservation holders are not allowed. Rates Camping fees vary depending on the availability of surcharged services such as modern washrooms, showers, hookups and firewood. Minimum nightly fees apply in the case of group camping. Per Night Basic Service $11.55 to $23.10 Electrical Service $15.75 to $27.30 Electrical/Water Service $18.90 to $26.25 Full Service $23.10 to $28.35 Group - Overnight $33.60 to $239.40* Group - Day use $15.75 to $36.75 Vacation Cabins $38.10 to $79.15 Yurts $56.50 * Rates are based on minimum group size. Additional camping units will pay extra. Note: Rates are subject to change without notice. Vehicle Park Entry Permits Park vehicle permits must be displayed year-round in provincial parks. Permits are available at all campground and district offices, and most business locations that sell fishing and hunting licences. Annual Permits Explorer Pass (vehicle other than buses)...$40.00 Buses...$110.00 3-day Permits (valid for three consecutive days) Vehicle (other than buses)...$12.00 Buses...$35.00 1-day Permit Vehicle (other than buses)...$5.00 Buses...$25.00 6
HEALTHY BY NATURE Outdoor recreation in all four seasons Hiking Take a hike on thousands of kilometers of trails, ranging from short-one hour hikes to a half-day adventure to overnight backcountry excursions. Discover something new on one of our many self-guiding trails featuring interpretive signs. Cycling From paved routes to backcountry adventures to winter fat biking, mountain biking can be a thrilling way to experience our parks. Canoeing and Kayaking Paddling a canoe route into a remote lakeside campsite can be the adventure of a lifetime. Winter Trails Several parks feature groomed and tracked cross-country ski trails, allowing you to glide effortlessly through the snow on your favourite trails. We also have trails for skate skiing, skijoring, dogsledding, snowshoeing, fat biking and winter hiking. There are also hundreds of kilometres of groomed snowmobile trails. Be sure your outing includes a stop at a warm-up shelter for a hot lunch! Hunting, Fishing and Trapping Many of our parks are an angler s paradise with lakes and rivers teaming with trophy fish. Some of our larger parks with backcountry and wilderness areas are also open to hunting and trapping. Check regulations at the local Sustainable Development office before your outdoor pursuits. For more information on recreational activities in Manitoba Parks, visit manitobaparks.com. Take Only Pictures, Leave Only Footprints Practice the principles Leave No Trace to minimize negative impacts on parks and the natural landscape. Plan ahead and prepare Travel and camp on durable surfaces Dispose of waste properly Leave what you find Minimize campfire impacts Respect wildlife Be considerate of other visitors By following these seven principles when recreating in provincial parks, we can ensure that everyone has a positive outdoor experience. Viewing Wildlife and Wildflowers Manitoba s diverse habitats provide excellent opportunities to view wildlife and wildflowers. Every spring and summer hundreds of native plants, shrubs and grasses unfold and bloom and a great variety of animals are active year-round. 7
Campfire Talk - St. Malo Provincial Park LEARN AND DISCOVER WITH PARK INTERPRETERS Guided Experiences & Educational Activities Are you looking for something to make your next Manitoba park visit more memorable? Follow us over the hills, through the woods and across sandy beaches to family fun. Attend an evening event and travel through time to meet those who came before us, without leaving the comfort of a campfire. Take the path less travelled as interpreters guide you through a new trail or help you rediscover an old one. Interpreters love questions, so ask yours anytime, anywhere! Interpretive Events Park interpreters provide guided hikes, special events, family activities, campfire talks and amphitheatre presentations in select parks in all four seasons of the year. Interpretive programs are free and open to everyone! For program listings go to the Events tab on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/mbgovparks or look for event posters in your favourite park. School Programs in Provincial Parks The Ultimate Outdoor Classroom! Teachers, are you looking for a way to bring your lessons to life? Take your students to a provincial park for an opportunity to follow in the steps of history or experience science in action. Interpreters deliver programming on cultural history, ecology and flora and fauna study, as well as outdoor skills. Programs are often multi-disciplinary and tied directly into Manitoba Education curriculum learning outcomes. School programs are free to all grades! Make a family discovery at an Interpretive Centre/ Museum Park interpreters will greet you and answer any questions you have about our unique natural, cultural, historical and park management resources. Spend a few minutes or an entire afternoon at one of our park centres, exploring hands-on exhibits and interpretive activities. Alfred Hole Goose Sanctuary (Whiteshell) Hecla School St. Norbert Spruce Woods Park Centre Whiteshell Fish Hatchery Whiteshell Natural History Museum For more information visit manitobaparks.com or email our Interpretation Unit: ParkInterpretation@gov.mb.ca 8
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10 Along the Way to the Prairie Seas...
Hecla Grindstone Provincial Park Central Region In the heart of the continent, some of the world s largest freshwater lakes create an oasis for lovers of water and shoreline adventure. Long, sandy beaches are ranked among the best in North America. Test the winds and waters by boat, kayak or sailboard. Discover marshes and wetlands teeming with birds, reptiles, amphibians and other life. Trace the steps of early explorers and pay tribute to the Métis, Scottish, Ukrainian and Icelandic settlers at the many historic sites and museums in this area. 11
CENTRAL REGION PARKS/CAMPGROUNDS INFORMATION CENTRAL REGION Parks/Campsites # of Basic Sites # of Electrical Sites # of Electrical / Water Sites # of Full Service Sites 50 Amp. Electrical Service Available Disabled Accessible Washrooms M-(modern) N-(non-modern) Showers / *Pay Showers Trailer Sanitary Station Recycling Depot Firewood Provided Group Camping Available Fall Camping Available Reservations Accepted Seasonal Camping Available Concession / Store Laundromat Beach Boat / Canoe Rentals Boat Launch Golf Course (within 15 minute drive) Playground Picnic Area / Shelters Fishing Hiking Trails Cycling Trails Beaudry Provincial Park N Beaver Creek Provincial Park 10 N Birds Hill Provincial Park 257 174 45 M * Camp Morton Provincial Park 19 N * Camp Morton Cabins 14 M * Camp Morton Yurts 6 M * Grand Beach Provincial Park 209 146 M Hecla Gridstone Provincial Park Gull Harbour Campground 82 80 15 ** M Hecla Cabins 20 M Hnausa Beach Provincial Park 5 36 M * Lake St. George Provincial Park 28 N Lockport Provincial Park N Lundar Beach Provincial Park 7 26 M * Norris Lake Provincial Park 15 N Memorial Park Provincial Park Patricia Beach Provincial Park N Pembina Valley Provincial Park N Portage Spillway Provincial Park N River Road Provincial Park N St. Ambroise Provincial Park N St. Norbert Provincial Park N Stephenfield Provincial Park 36 63 35 ** M * Stephenfield Yurts 6 M * Trappist Monastery Provincial Park N Upper Fort Garry Provincial Park Watchorn Provincial Park 24 22 M * Winnipeg Beach Provincial Park 120 M * Visit other Star Attractions in the Interlake Tourism Region by visiting the following websites pembinavalleycentralplainstourism.com, tourismwinnipeg.com, interlaketourism.com or travelmanitoba.com 12 **Available on some sites. Campsites have a picnic table and firepit. Drinking water is available. Maximum stay is 21 nights. Yurts and cabins have a maximum stay of 14 nights. A select number of yurts and cabins are designated pet friendly. Please note: a maximum of two pets is allowed per designated yurt or cabin (dogs or cats only).rates and services are subject to change without notice.
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Follow the trails of Voyageurs... Eastern Region To many outdoor adventurers the forested and granite-ridged Canadian Shield is the very heart of Canada. Manitoba s Eastern Region offers easily accessible, but still pristine Shield country. Paddle for an hour or a week, take a short family stroll or tackle an epic backcountry trek, cool off in the heat of summer, warm up your winter, or peer into history through fascinating ancient rock petroforms. Campsites, comfortable and roomy yurts, rustic cabins and luxury lodges give you a base to enjoy the parks of the Eastern Region. 14
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EASTERN REGION PARKS/CAMPGROUNDS INFORMATION EASTERN REGION Parks/Campgrounds # of Basic Sites # of Electrical Sites # of Electrical / Water Sites # of Full Service Sites 50 Amp. Electrical Service Available Disabled Accessible Washrooms M-(modern) N-(non-modern) Showers / *Pay Showers Trailer Sanitary Station Recycling Depot Firewood Provided Group Camping Available Fall Camping Available Reservations Accepted Seasonal Camping Available Concession / Store Laundromat Beach Boat / Canoe Rentals Boat Launch Golf Course (within 15 minute drive) Playground Picnic Area / Shelters Fishing Hiking Trails Cycling Trails Atikaki Provincial Park N Birch Point Provincial Park 26 N Manigotagan River Provincial Park Moose Lake Provincial Park 62 14 M * Nopiming Provincial Park Beresford 19 N Bird Lake 28 N Black Lake 51 N Tulabi Falls 17 19 N Tulabi Falls Yurts 6 N Pinawa Dam Provincial Park N St. Malo Provincial Park 218 174 M * Whiteshell Provincial Park Betula Lake 14 M * Big Whiteshell 42 25 10 M * Brereton 21 8 M Caddy Lake 26 M Falcon Beach 80 79 ** M * Falcon Lakeshore 69 50 34 ** M * Nutimik Lake 21 37 40 ** M * Nutimik Yurts 10 M * Opapiskaw 50 21 M * Otter Falls 34 40 M * West Hawk Lake 43 33 10 35 ** M * White Lake 37 M * Whitemouth Falls Provincial Park N 16 **Available on some sites. Campsites have a picnic table and firepit. Drinking water is available. Maximum stay is 21 nights. Yurts and cabins have a maximum stay of 14 nights. A select number of yurts and cabins are designated pet friendly. Please note: a maximum of two pets is allowed per designated yurt or cabin (dogs or cats only). Rates and services are subject to change without notice.
EASTERN REGION MAP Visit other Star Attractions in the Eastern Tourism Region by visiting the following websites eastmantourism.ca or travelmanitoba.com 17
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85 43 65 14 ) The Pas 51 47 06 60 62 23 21 30 07 13 77 ) Swan River 70 17 38 01 ) Roblin 61 Western 50 64 25 Brandon 16 79 88 34 24 68 71 40 83 31 76 33 32 Central 36 46 91 ) Portage la Prairie 59 72 04 75 54 20 05 28 11 89 74 78 63 41 81 18 44 35 78 29 73 27 19 22 53 09 Eastern 02 37 82 69 45 86 58 56 55 87 39 90 42 08 Provincial Parks Manitoba Park Regions Central Region Eastern Region 26 Grass River 04 Beaudry 02 Atikaki 34 Little Limestone Lake 05 Beaver Creek 08 Birch Point 43 Neso Lake 09 Birds Hill 37 Manigotagan River 65 Rocky Lake 11 Camp Morton 39 Marchand 80 Twin Lakes 13 Chitek Lake 42 Moose Lake 84 Wekusko Falls 18 Duff Roblin 45 Nopiming Western Region 19 Elk Island 55 Pinawa 01 Asessippi 20 Fisher Bay 56 Pinawa Dam 06 Bell Lake 22 Grand Beach 58 Poplar Bay 07 Birch Island 27 Hecla/Grindstone 69 South Atikaki 16 Criddle/Vane Homestead 28 Hnausa Beach 73 St. Malo 17 Duck Mountain 29 Hyland 82 Wallace Lake 21 Goose Islands 31 Kinwow Bay 86 Whitemouth Falls 23 Grand Island 32 Lake St. Andrew 87 Whiteshell 25 Grand Valley 33 Lake St. George 90 Woodridge 30 Kettle Stones 35 Lockport Northeast Region 38 Manipogo 36 Lundar Beach 10 Burge Lake 40 Margaret Bruce 41 Memorial 12 Caribou River 47 North Steeprock Lake 44 Netley Creek 15 Colvin Lake 50 Oak Lake 46 Norris Lake 48 Nueltin Lake 51 Overflowing River 53 Patricia Beach 49 Numaykoos Lake 60 Primrose 54 Pembina Valley 52 Paint Lake 61 Rainbow Beach 59 Portage Spillway 57 Pisew Falls 62 Red Deer River 63 River Road 66 Sand Lakes 64 Rivers 72 St. Ambroise 67 Sasagiu Rapids 68 Seton 74 St. Norbert 92 Zed Lake 70 Springwater 75 Stephenfield Northwest Region 71 Spruce Woods 76 Sturgeon Bay 03 Bakers Narrows 77 Swan River 78 Trappist Monastery 14 Clearwater Lake 79 Turtle Mountain 81 Upper Fort Garry 24 Grand Rapids 85 Whitefish Lake 83 Watchorn 88 William Lake 89 Winnipeg Beach 91 Yellow Quill 0 50 100 200 Kilometers ). 19
Land of the Northern Lights Pisew Falls Provincial Park 20
Northern Region Northern Manitoba s parks give you convenient access to the wilderness heart of Canada s North. Explore rugged landscapes and clear lakes teeming with trophy-sized fish. Hike or paddle to mighty waterfalls and rapids. Spend sunny days on the beach and at night enjoy the shimmering beauty of the Northern Lights. Listen for wolves while watching for woodland caribou, moose and waterfowl. Visit the museums and historic sites to learn more about the Indigenous people, fur traders and miners who helped settle this vast frontier. 21
NORTHERN REGION CAMPGROUND INFORMATION NORTHERN REGION Parks/Campgrounds # of Basic Sites # of Electrical Sites # of Electrical / Water Sites # of Full Service Sites 50 Amp. Electrical Service Available Disabled Accessible Washrooms M-(modern) N-(non-modern) Showers / *Pay Showers Trailer Sanitary Station Recycling Depot Firewood Provided Group Camping Available Fall Camping Available Reservations Accepted Seasonal Camping Available Concession / Store Laundromat Beach Boat / Canoe Rentals Boat Launch Golf Course (within 15 minute drive) Playground Picnic Area / Shelters Fishing Hiking Trails Cycling Trails Bakers Narrows Provincial Park 10 61 M * Bakers Narrows Yurts 6 M * Burge Lake Provincial Park 11 N Clearwater Provincial Park Campers Cove 9 32 M * Campers Cove Yurts 9 M * Pioneer Bay 20 M * Grass River Provincial Park Gyles 31 N Iskwasum 41 N Reed Lake 45 N Paint Lake Provincial Park Lakeview 9 N Paint Lake 22 53 2 M * Paint Lake Yurts 6 N * Pisew Falls Provincial Park N Wekusko Falls Provincial Park 40 27 M * Zed Lake Provincial Park 10 N Visit other Star Attractions in the Northern Tourism Region by visiting the following websites visitnorthernmanitoba.ca or travelmanitoba.com Campsites have a picnic table and firepit. Drinking water is available. Maximum stay is 21 nights. Yurts and cabins have a maximum stay of 14 nights. A select number of yurts and cabins are designated pet friendly. Please note: a maximum of two pets is allowed per designated yurt or cabin (dogs or cats only). Rates and services are subject to change without notice. 22
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24 Discover the Wilds of Manitoba's West
Spirit Sand, Spruce Woods Provincial Park Western Region Ramble through a land of rolling hills, forested highlands, and wide open stretches of sage, shortgrass and cactus straight out of a western movie. It s Manitoba s Western region. Hike, bike and ski through vast valleys, fields of prairie grass and forested prairie mountains. Look for moose, elk, turtles and snakes. Wonder at drifting sand dunes. Many museums and heritage sites throughout the region tell the story of the land and the lives and times of the pioneers in this diverse area. 25
WESTERN REGION CAMPGROUND INFORMATION WESTERN REGION Parks/Campgrounds # of Basic Sites # of Electrical Sites # of Electrical / Water Sites # of Full Service Sites 50 Amp. Electrical Service Available Disabled Accessible Washrooms M-(modern) N-(non-modern) Showers / *Pay Showers Trailer Sanitary Station Recycling Depot Firewood Provided Group Camping Available Fall Camping Available Reservations Accepted Seasonal Camping Available Concession / Store Laundromat Beach Boat / Canoe Rentals Boat Launch Golf Course (within 15 minute drive) Playground Picnic Area / Shelters Fishing Hiking Trails Cycling Trails Asessippi Provincial Park 10 92 M Asessippi Yurts 6 M Bell Lake Provincial Park 8 N Duck Mountain Provincial Park Blue Lakes 21 52 M * Childs Lake 28 57 8 ** M * Childs Lake Yurts 6 M * Singush 10 N Wellman Lake 19 33 34 ** M * Criddle/Vane Homestead Provincial Park N Grand Valley Provincial Park N Spruce Woods Provincial Park Kiche Manitou 118 79 M Kiche Manitou Yurts 14 M Manipogo Provincial Park 34 58 M North Steeprock Lake Provincial Park 15 N Oak Lake Provincial Park N Primrose Provincial Park 6 N Rainbow Beach Provincial Park 26 18 M * Rivers Provincial Park 11 19 7 20 ** M Turtle Mountain Provincial Park Adam Lake 24 42 36 ** M Max Lake 24 M Whitefish Lake Provincial Park 40 N William Lake Provincial Park 32 M Visit other Star Attractions in the Western Tourism Region by visiting the following websites parklandtourism.com, tourismwestman.ca or travelmanitoba.com 26 **Available on some sites. Campsites have a picnic table and firepit. Drinking water is available. Maximum stay is 21 nights. Yurts and Cabins have a maximum stay of 14 nights. A select number of yurts and cabins are designated pet friendly. Please note: a maximum of two pets is allowed per designated yurt or cabin (dogs or cats only). Rates and services are subject to change without notice.
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BEACH & BOATING SAFETY Provincial park beaches are now tobacco free zones. Manitoba Parks encourages you and your groups to keep the following tips in mind to ensure being around the water is not only fun, but safe as well. Watch children at all times and stay within arm s reach. Never leave them alone in or near water. Ensure children are properly supervised by an adult, especially when adults may be distracted by activities such as meal preparation, equipment set-up or packing. Adult supervision is the best protection for children. Swim only in designated swim areas. Be aware of your swimming limitations. Don t try to go beyond your ability. Ensure that you and your group know how to swim. It is the best way to stay safe in and around the water. Don t bring inflatables to the beach. Wind can blow them into the water where children tend to follow. Always check water depth before diving. Water levels may change from day to day due to changing weather conditions. Never swim alone. Always swim with a friend and watch out for each other. Weaker swimmers and young children should wear a properly sized life jacket or personal floatation device (PFD). Don t consume alcohol before or while swimming. Alcohol impairs your abilities and judgment. Take swimming and water safety lessons. Learn First Aid and CPR skills so you can help yourself and others. Drowning is Preventable! Manitoba s provincial parks are ideal for boating, but boating fun can quickly turn to tragedy. To stay safe while enjoying our waterways, please follow these important safety guidelines: As of September 15, 2009, all operators of recreational, motorized, pleasure-craft in Canada require a Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCO Card) or proof of competency. Get your PCO Card and get trained. Learn more about boating safety, equipment requirements, regulations, and how to respond in emergency situations. For more information call toll free: 1-800-267-6687 Tell someone of your travel plans, where you are going and when you are expected to return. Always wear a lifejacket or personal floatation device (PFD). It could save your life. Less than 10 percent of Manitoba drowning victims wore a lifejacket or PFD. Drive responsibly and at a moderate speed. Laws prohibit the operation of a vessel in a careless or inconsiderate manner. Don t drink and drive. Alcohol impairs vision and judgment and is involved in 31 percent of water related deaths in Manitoba. Kayakers should ensure they can be seen in water by wearing bright colored lifejackets or PFDs. Check the weather forecast before going out. Once on the water, watch for changes in the weather and head to shore if it looks like a storm is approaching. Personal watercraft operators should not carry passengers under the age of six. Cooking and heating in enclosed spaces can cause carbon monoxide to accumulate and lead to poisoning. Boaters should only use fuel-burning appliances in well-ventilated places. Swimmers should not swim where boat engine exhaust may accumulate. For more information about boating safety, please contact: Office of Boating Safety, Transport Canada Toll free 1-800-267-6687 29
BE BEAR SMART WHEN IN BLACK BEAR COUNTRY Never feed or approach a bear, or any wild animal. Be alert Make noise Travel in groups Keep dogs on leash Keep bear spray handy & know how to use it Store food & garbage where bears can t access it Never leave food unattended Leave only footprints behind (not garbage) WHISTLE BEAR SPRAY WALKING STICK DOG LEASH FIXED BLADE HUNTING KNIFE WHEN ENCOUNTERING A BEAR Stop and assess the situation and the bear s response. During a surprise encounter, slowly back away and prepare to deploy bear spray. If the bear charges, stand your ground and use your bear spray. If the bear attacks during a surprise encounter, play dead. If the bear persistently stalks you and then attacks, fight back. If the bear attacks you in your tent, fight back. Bears should neither be feared nor dismissed as harmless, but should be respected for the potential danger they pose. For more information, visit www.manitoba.ca/blackbear
PAWS IN PARKS Pets are welcome in Manitoba provincial parks. Many park visitors find that bringing pets enhances their overall outdoor experience; however, pets and their owners must share their park experience with all other visitors. Pet Friendly Cabins and Yurts: Because no one likes leaving their four-legged family members at home, Manitoba Parks has a limited number of pet friendly cabins and yurts for visitors who want to bring their cat or dog. Check the Parks Reservation Service website at manitobaparks. com for pet friendly options. Do you have allergy concerns? Be sure to reserve one of the many other cabins or yurts not designated as pet friendly. No animals are permitted inside these facilities. A Walk in the Park Dogs on a leash are allowed on most walking trails. However, some trail uses don t mix well with dog use, such as trails used for cycling, horseback riding, cross-country skiing or snowmobiling. Please check the trailhead sign to see if there are any restrictions or special designations. Even the most loving, well-trained dog may act differently or even aggressively when in a new place, around new people, or in the presence of wildlife. Aggressive dogs are best left at home. If you do bring a dog to a provincial park, you are responsible for it at all times and in all places in the park. This means that you must: take responsibility for the behavior and conduct of your animal clean up after your dog and place its waste in a garbage container (if garbage containers are not available, you must remove your dog s waste from the park) ensure your dog does not make excessive noise or disturb other park users ensure pets are on a leash Good Reasons to Keep Your Dog On-Leash To respect other park users. Some people are allergic to dogs and some people fear them. To prevent injuries. Your dog could frighten or jump on a child or senior and cause a fall or injury. To keep them from harassing wildlife. To avoid collisions with other park users including cyclists and motor vehicles. To protect species at risk. Animals that den or nest at ground level are easily trampled by a dog running free. To reduce the risk of conflict with other dogs. To minimize unpleasant or painful encounters with wildlife such as skunks or porcupines. To keep your dog safe. Dogs can t read warning signs about eroding cliffs, drop-offs or other hazards. It s the law. The rules and regulations of The Provincial Parks Act requires all pets to be leashed, tied up, caged, or under direct physical control at all times. Following these guidelines will help ensure that Manitoba s provincial parks remain enjoyable for all. 31
Protect Yourself from Ticks Tick-borne Diseases in Manitoba The blacklegged tick is the most common carrier of tick-borne diseases in Manitoba, including Lyme disease. After spending time outdoors, always check yourself, children and pets for ticks as soon as possible. Protect Yourself from All Tick Bites Apply an appropriate tick repellent, containing either DEET or Icaridin, to both clothing and exposed skin. Wear light-coloured, long clothing so ticks are more visible. How to Remove a Tick Remove the tick as soon as possible. Use fine tweezers to grasp the tick as close to the skin as possible. Pull up with steady, even pressure. Do not crush or twist. Clean the bite wound with soap and water. Don t use petroleum jelly, nail polish, or a hot match to remove the tick. Mark the date of tick bite on a calendar. Save your tick and visit: www.manitoba.ca/tickborne for more information, including symptoms of tick-borne diseases. Treatment for tick-borne diseases is available. See your health care provider if you develop symptoms. 32
2018 2019 HIGHLIGHTS May 18 21 Victoria Day Long Weekend Relax and enjoy the first long weekend of the camping season. June 9 10 Family Fishing Weekend FREE PARK ENTRY WEEKEND Family Fishing Weekend takes place across Manitoba (excluding federal parks). Individuals wishing to fish may do so without a licence. All other rules and regulations apply. For more information call 1-800-214-6497. June 21 National Indigenous Peoples Day June 29 - July 2 Pine Fort Days History comes alive at fur trader rendezvous at Spruce Woods Provincial Park - check out the trade camp, try flint knapping, bannock baking and firing cannons and muskets! July 1 Bison Days Take in the family fun at this annual celebration of our cultural history at Birds Hill Provincial Park. July 5 8 Winnipeg Folk Festival Canada s greatest folk and roots music festival takes place at Birds Hill Provincial Park. July 21 Canada s Parks Day FREE PARK ENTRY WEEKEND Celebrations in Manitoba s provincial parks offer a wide variety of family oriented activities and interpretive programs. August 31 - September 3 Labour Day Long Weekend FREE PARK ENTRY WEEKEND October 5 8 Thanksgiving Long Weekend Becoming a popular tradition in Manitoba, spend the Thanksgiving weekend around a campfire in a provincial park! December 24 January 1 Christmas & New Year Holidays Spend the holiday season out on the trails in provincial parks skiing, snowshoeing, or skating and tobogganing. FEBRUARY FREE PARK ENTRY Celebrate the winter season with free park entry for the entire month of February! Take in numerous special events including: Feb 12-14 Beaver Days Winter Festival Join Snowmobile enthusiasts from across Manitoba for events at Falcon Lake in Whiteshell Provincial Park. Feb 16-18 Family Ice Fishing Weekend Similar to the Family Fishing Weekend in June, only on ice! Be sure to head to Spruce Woods Provincial Park for the annual Learn to Ice Fish program. Feb 24 Winter Safari A grand celebration of the season at Birds Hill Provincial Park with snowshoeing, quinzhee building, bannock roasting and more! August 3 6 Terry Fox Day Long Weekend 33
FOR MORE INFORMATION Follow Manitoba Parks on Twitter @MBGovParks for park news, activities and events. Knowing Your Way Around - Summer & Winter For detailed information on Manitoba s provincial parks including campground information and up-to-date cross-country ski and snowmobile trail conditions call: 1-800-214-6497, in Winnipeg call 204-945-6784. To obtain complimentary park maps, campground maps, winter and summer recreation maps and self-guiding trail brochures, check with the local Park Office upon your arrival, or in advance by contacting: Manitoba Sustainable Development Box 22, 200 Saulteaux Crescent, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3J 3W3 1-800-214-6497 In Winnipeg call 204-945-6784 You may also contact Manitoba provincial parks on the Internet: manitobaparks.com email: nrinfo@gov.mb.ca Twitter: @MBGovParks Trip Planning in Detail Whether you re planning a backcountry hiking trip, or wilderness canoeing, rafting, or kayaking adventure contact: Manitoba Sustainable Development, Map Sales 204-945-6666, Toll free: 1-877-627-7226, 1007 Century Street, Winnipeg, MB R3H 0W4 Their wide selection of publications includes topographic maps, hydrographic charts, angling maps, aerial photographs and illustrated maps of 13 major canoe routes prepared by artist/canoeist Réal Bérard. Contact Map Sales directly for further information or visit their website at canadamapsales.com. Fishing and Hunting Adventures Guide Fishing and hunting information, Master Angler Award listing, lodges, outfitters and air charter information. These guides are available at: 1-800-665-0040 (or 204-927-7838 in Winnipeg) or visit our website at travelmanitoba.com. Visitors to Manitoba For more information about what to see and do while visiting Manitoba please also refer to the following tourism organizations to help you with your trip planning details: Travel Manitoba: Travelmanitoba.com REGIONAL TOURISM ASSOCIATIONS Interlake: interlaketourism.com Pembina Valley Central Plains: pembinavalleycentralplainstourism.com Parkland: Parklandtourism.com Westman Tourism: Tourismwestman.ca Eastman Tourism: Eastmantourism.ca Tourism North: visitnorthernmanitoba.ca Birds Hill Provincial Park 34