September 15th, 2021
Why We Must Protect Beluga Whales: Quotes from Kids
Here are the summer 2021 winners of the CPAWS Manitoba colouring contest and quotes about the importance of protecting beluga whales.
Manitoba Nature Notebook
Welcome to our Manitoba Nature Notebook Blog, where conservation meets curiosity.
Explore stories, insights, and updates focused on protecting Manitoba's lands and waters. Through campaign updates, hike highlights, and inspiring nature fun, we aim to deepen your connection to Manitoba and empower you to take action.
Whether you’re a student, educator, or nature enthusiast, join us in learning, protecting, and celebrating the places we call home—one blog post at a time.
Visit every Friday for a new story.
September 3rd, 2021
Letter to the Editor: Make Assiniboine Forest a National Park
Assiniboine Forest would be an outstanding choice as a national park within Winnipeg.
September 2nd, 2021
The Benefits of Forest Bathing and Mindfulness
Curious how forest bathing and nature mindfulness can support your well-being? Here’s what you need to know and how to get started!
August 30th, 2021
Learn Nature Photography Tips from Kevin Kash
Ready to take your nature photography to the next level, whether you’re a beginner or an expert? Try out these tips!
August 19th, 2021
Family-Friendly Hiking on the Chickadee Trail at Birds Hill
Here’s what you need to know to hike the Chickadee Trail, one of the more popular trails in Birds Hill Provincial Park for a reason.
August 13th, 2021
Nature Journaling Sharpens Your Brain and Relieves Stress — Here’s How to Begin
Nature journaling is a way to document what you experience in nature, through drawing, writing, or both, to connect to the outdoors.
July 29th, 2021
Tips for Finding and Photographing Nature
Photographer Ryan Lucenkiw shares with you what to consider when taking photos and where to find the best nature photo subjects.
July 21st, 2021
Enter the #ProtectHudsonBay Colouring Contest
Spread the word of the importance of protecting beluga whales and Hudson Bay through the CPAWS Manitoba colouring contest.
July 13th, 2021
Explore the Interlake and Win Prizes with Treasure Hunt App
Explore the beauty of Manitoba’s Interlake and learn about the lands and water with a free treasure hunt app that’s fun for the whole family.
June 29th, 2021
Free CPAWS Manitoba Webinars
The CPAWS Manitoba Lunch & Learn webinars introduce people to nature experts in the province
June 28th, 2021
How to Avoid Dangerous Wildlife Encounters: Be Smart, Carry Spray, and Stay Out of Their Way
Learn wildlife safety tips from an expert so you know how to safely share nature with bears, wolves, moose, and other wildlife in Manitoba.
June 25th, 2021
How to Capture the Cosmos
Learn from astrophotographer Justin Anderson what’s in the night sky and photography tips so you can capture it yourself.