November 27th, 2025
How to Pack for a Hike
Hiking can be a fun and rewarding activity, although there are some things that you need to prepare and pack with you to make sure everything runs smoothly.
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.
November 21st, 2025
What’s Next for Hudson Bay?
What exactly is a National Marine Conservation Area and why is it important in Hudson Bay?
November 19th, 2025
Cougar Spotted!
Cougars are here—and their return could signal something big for Manitoba’s future. As more people share photos or stories of sightings, it helps to understand who these animals are, and why their return matters.
November 14th, 2025
The Things We Learn When We Gather
Take a look into Kitaskeenan Kaweekanawaynitamuk Indigenous Protected Area’s annual Five Nations Gathering!
November 13th, 2025
How to Enjoy Manitoba Winter
New to Manitoba and wondering how to make the most of our famously cold winters? Or maybe you’ve lived here all your life and are looking for new ways to embrace the snow instead of hiding from it?
November 7th, 2025
New Year, New Hikes
Whether you’re up for a guided interpretive walk, a friendly group hike, or a ski trip – your next great outdoor memory starts here!
October 31st, 2025
How the CPAWS Manitoba Team Connects with Nature This Fall
At CPAWS Manitoba, we believe that connecting with nature year-round deepens our appreciation for the lands and waters we work to protect. Check out what were up to this fall.
October 30th, 2025
How to Identify Bird Calls
Let’s explore some of the most common—and surprising—bird calls you might hear in the Interlake and how to tell them apart.
October 24th, 2025
Churchill: Where Conservation Meets Tourism:
How are tourism and conservation shaping Churchill’s future? We asked Erin, owner of SUP North, for her insight.
October 17th, 2025
Action Plan Is The Next Step For Net Zero
Want to dive deeper into how we can protect Manitoba’s lands and waters? Explore our thoughts on the action plan for net zero.
October 16th, 2025
How to Take Action for Nature
This page is your go-to guide for taking action for nature. Take a look into how to send a letter to the premier or MLA, write a letter to the editor, or an op-ed.
October 10th, 2025
“Don’t Ghost the Planet This Halloween”
This Halloween, let’s have fun without haunting the planet.