BY CLAY
LARROY
There is nothing more exciting than traveling. Whether you are
going for a road trip to see something new in your own state, or heading off to
somewhere for the very first time to visit a city you have always dreamed of,
there are some travel
basics that you should know. Travel in the
off seasons from November to April, to avoid crowds,
save money and enjoy temperate weather. In those months, many families with
children cannot travel due to school commitments, making many tourist
attractions much less crowded. This may also result in lower costs for airfare
and hotels. When
you are ready to plan a vacation contact me!
See & Do
See
Historical Sites
There are many historical sites and ruins found in Manitoba
based on the Fur Trade Era of Canada.
Learn about the life in the past by visiting the Lower Fort
Garry Historic site found in the Interlake region that shows how life was like
in the 1800s.
Another place to visit is the remains of the St. Boniface
Cathedral in Winnipeg which was burned down now another church is placed inside
the cathedral ruins.
The Forks National Historic Site is a place where people have
been meeting for around 6000 years. The Forks is situated in the fork of the
Red and Assiniboine Rivers in Winnipeg. There are many
different activities to do at the Forks like shopping at the Forks Market, The
Johnson Terminal. Skating on river paths is a popular activity during winter.
The Forks is a beautiful place in the heart of the city that includes things
like parks, gardens, sculptures, shops, and restaurants along with so much
more. The site is a model for urban renewal and waterfront development.
Another great place to visit in Winnipeg is the Exchange District in downtown
Winnipeg, the Exchange District is well known for it's well preserved and
stunning turn of the century architecture telling the story of Winnipeg's
amazing history. The Exchange District is now a days well known for it's trendy
boutiques, restaurants, cafes, and cool theatres. The Exchange District holds
many festivals including The Winnipeg Fringe Festival.
Wildlife and Gardens
The International Peace Garden found on the Canada-US border
near Bossivain in Western region is a beautiful place that celebrates the peace
between Canada and US. Oak Hammock Marsh found in the Interlake region is a
nature reserve where you can see many different type of birds including the
Canada goose and the Snowy Owl. Riding
Mountain National Park is an excellent area to see large wild
mammals and many species of birds in their natural habitat.
Do
Bear Watching
Churchill is known for its Polar Bears
and Riding
Mountain National Park and adjacent Parkland area for its abundant population of Black
Bears that vary in color from blond, cinnamon and chocolate to black.
Fishing
During the summer time there are many fishing areas found in
Manitoba like in Lockport found
in the Interlake region is an example where you can see many fishermen around
the Red River. During the winter time you can experience ice fishing where
people can rent huts to go ice fishing in.
The Parkland region has
world-class trout lakes.
Festivals
There are many festivals in different regions of Manitoba.
Some of the best known festivals celebrated in this region is
the Folklorama festival found all over Winnipeg.
The Winnipeg Fringe Festival is a popular festival that takes
place in Winnipeg's Exchange District.
Another popular festival in Winnipeg]is Festival du Voyageur
during February at Fort Gibraltar.
The Corn and Apple festival found in Morden found
in the Pembina Valley region which sells some of its delicious Morden sweet
corn and apple cider.
Beaches
There are also many inland beaches found throughout the
province. Some of the well known beaches are Grand Beach and Winnipeg Beach
both found in the Interlake region that are along Lake Winnipeg, Lake Winnipeg
is the world's 11th-largest lake.
Winter Activities
During the winter time there are many activities available like
tobogganing on some of the toboggan slide like the one found in Kildonan Park
in Winnipeg. Skating on the river paths including skating on world’s longest
skating trail on the Assiniboine and Red Rivers, and other skating trails in
Winnipeg is also another fun activity to do. Also snowmobiling throughout the
province is a fun way to get around.
Always check the weather report prior to going out in
winter. Temperatures can reach as low as -40°C from late
December to early March, presenting significant dangers for anyone who is
unprepared.
Eat
Enjoy the fine grain products such as the different varieties of
bread offered in the different communities and restaurants. Manitoba also is
known for producing the best pork products in the world, including back bacon.
A popular dish in Manitoba are perogies.
Drink
The drinking age is 18 - younger than most other provinces in
Canada. Manitoba is also the home of Crown Royal in Gimli.
The tap water in most communities is quite delicious, as far as
water goes, though in some locales, where wells are used to supply the
municipal water system, there is a pronounced mineral taste. The provincial
capital of Winnipeg has an aftertaste to its water, though it does not settle-out
solids like, say the water in Regina, Saskatchewan. Manitoba is known as one of the
wettest provinces, and has in excess of 100,000 lakes.
REFERENCE SITES:
I know that through the grace of God, I am the founder of Manitoba.
- Author: Louis Riel
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