Nature Club

CPAWS Manitoba’s Nature Club is designed to help Manitobans get outside, make new friends and learn about the wonders of nature.

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. 

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    Featured image for ““The Life of an Educator””
    October 3rd, 2025

    “The Life of an Educator”

    Join us in Celebrating World Teacher Day! By Carly, Environmental Education Manager This Sunday, for World Teacher Day, we’re shining a spotlight on The Life of an Educator at CPAWS Manitoba. Discover what makes our education team extraordinary. At CPAWS Manitoba, our education team is all about sparking curiosity, inspiring
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    October 2nd, 2025

    How to Junk Journal

    Five years and nine stuffed journals later…. the practice of junk journaling has changed my life. Here’s how you can start your own!
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    September 26th, 2025

    Workshops in the Wild

    This summer wasn’t just about learning new skills, it was about creating memories together. All of these moments reminded us why these workshops matter.
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    September 19th, 2025

    A Fall Tradition Your Family Will Love

    Bundle up the family and join us for the 5th Annual Family-Friendly Halloween Hike at the Chickadee Trail in Birds Hill Provincial Park! 🍂✨
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    September 18th, 2025

    How to Leave No Trace

    Whether you’re going for a hike, having a picnic, or camping under the stars, following these 7 principles of Leave No Trace helps ensure nature stays wild. 
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    Featured image for “Building Canada’s Future Without Sacrificing Hudson Bay’s Belugas, Bears, and Birds”
    September 12th, 2025

    Building Canada’s Future Without Sacrificing Hudson Bay’s Belugas, Bears, and Birds

    What kind of nation are we building if projects in Hudson Bay come at the expense of our greatest natural and cultural treasures?
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    September 5th, 2025

    Back to School, Not Back Indoors 

    Back to school season is here, but it doesn’t have to be back inside season. Keep your family connected to nature this fall with these tips!
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    September 4th, 2025

    How to Live Eco-Friendly

    Whether you’re just starting your sustainability journey or looking for new ways to reduce your environmental impact, we’ve got you covered.
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    August 29th, 2025

    The Summer I Turned CPAWS

    What is it like to work at CPAWS Manitoba? Brendan answers the question as he recaps his summer on the comms team in our latest blog.
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    August 22nd, 2025

    Hudson Bay – The Beach Vacation You Didn’t Know You Needed!

    Check out Carly’s trip to Churchill! Learn about how you can see beluga whales, polar bears, and Aurora Borealis for yourself!
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    August 21st, 2025

    How to Identify Manitoban Trees

    From an Oak to an Elm, learn how to identify all the “poplar” local trees with CPAWS Manitoba.
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    August 19th, 2025

    Share Your Nature Story Contest

    Win the Ultimate Harvest Moon Festival tickets! 🌙🎶 Imagine this: sunlight spilling through your tent, warming your face. Coffee in hand, you stroll to the main stage as your favourite band sound-checks. We’re making it happen for one lucky winner — 2 tickets to Harvest Moon Festival, camping gear, and
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