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 “Planting a Native Garden”
    June 6th, 2025

    Planting a Native Garden

    What happens when you mix one big dog, a yard in need of life, and a shared love for local plants? You get a prairie garden project full of heart, humour, and habitat-building potential.
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    June 5th, 2025

    MANITOBANS CELEBRATE OUR OCEAN PROVINCE AT CPAWS EVENT

    Ocean Week Canada Event, Ocean Soundscapes, Sells Out as Interest Surges in Marine.
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    May 30th, 2025

    Love is in our Nature

    Get to know a few of Manitoba’s wildest love stories that break the binary and celebrate diversity in every corner of the ecosystem. Get to know some of the 2SLBGBTQI+ Animals in Manitoba:
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    May 23rd, 2025

    Catfish, and Climate Change: Conservation in the Classroom

    Spring 2025 Environmental Education Pond Workshop Elyce, Conservation Outreach Ambassador A Special Connection with Riverbend Over the years, our education team has built an incredible relationship with the students and teachers at Riverbend Community School. We’ve run many workshops together, and every time, we’re inspired by how curious and passionate
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    May 16th, 2025

    Saving Species, One Day at a Time

    Every year on the third Friday of May, we take the time to recognize Endangered Species Day – a time to reflect on the growing threats facing wildlife and the urgency to protect biodiversity.
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    May 9th, 2025

    Guide & Prompts for Nature Journaling

    Nature journaling, in particular, is about slowing down and truly appreciating the world around you—taking a moment to “stop and smell the roses,” as the saying goes. But what exactly is nature journaling? How do you start? And what do you even write (or draw) about?
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    May 2nd, 2025

    My 3 Week Peak

    I’m Brendan, and I’ve been the communications intern for CPAWS Manitoba for the past three weeks.
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    Featured image for “Hudson Bay-sics”
    April 25th, 2025

    Hudson Bay-sics

    Whether you’re a nature lover, a geography buff or just curious about Manitoba’s hidden gems, this northern body of water is full of surprises.
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    April 18th, 2025

    Celebrate Earth Day 2025 in Manitoba:

    We’ve rounded up a bunch of Earth Day happenings from our amazing friends across Manitoba.
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    April 11th, 2025

    What is Litter? Help Make a Difference in your Community!

    Looking for a way to connect your students to the environment? Try the CPAWS Litter Challenge!
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    April 4th, 2025

    Racing for Reservations

    As camping reservations are opening up in Manitoba next week, it’s a great time to reflect on the growing demand for outdoor spaces and the need for more provincial parks and protected areas across the province.
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    April 1st, 2025

    Save the Skeeters: Protect Manitoba Mosquitos Now

    Join the movement: Save the skeeters! *April fools!
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