April 1st, 2025
Save the Skeeters: Protect Manitoba Mosquitos Now
Join the movement: Save the skeeters! *April fools!
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.
March 28th, 2025
Bear with Us: Exploring the Arctic Through Education
This winter we launched our polar bear program in schools for kindergarten to grade 6 students. From January to March 2025, we taught 629 students, in 57 programs, at 13 schools, to explore the beauty of the Arctic ecosystem.
March 24th, 2025
Op-Ed: A Win for Nature & Reconciliation
We need to permanently protect large-scale areas of high conservation value to help mitigate the impacts of climate change and to stem a devastating collapse of global biodiversity.
March 21st, 2025
Celebrate Forests and Water!
Join us as we explore fascinating facts and simple ways you can contribute to the protection and conservation of forests and water for a sustainable future.
March 20th, 2025
Manitoba Scores a B- on Conservation Report Card
Manitoba Scores a B- on Conservation Report Card. Manitoba’s grade increased the most significantly of any jurisdiction.
March 14th, 2025
Echoes of the Ocean
Belugas are beloved and beautiful marine species to inhabit Western Hudson Bay, but how does noise pollution effect them?
March 7th, 2025
Sleeping Beauties of Manitoba: Hibernation Explained
Did you know that there are three main types of hibernation? This includes true hibernation, torpor, and brumation.
February 27th, 2025
Polar Bear Necessities
Celebrating International Polar Bear Day and Sharing Why These Arctic Icons Need Our Help.
February 21st, 2025
Protected Areas Explained
What does it really mean to protect nature? It’s a question we hear all the time. Let’s break down the facts and bust some recent myths about conservation in Manitoba.
February 14th, 2025
Love is in the Air: 10 Outdoor Valentine’s Day Adventures
Celebrate love in all its forms—romantic, friendship, and family—by stepping outside this Valentine’s Day!
February 7th, 2025
Snow on the Beach: A Snowshoe Adventure
Who says beaches are just for summer? Last weekend, we traded in sunscreen for snowshoes and brought the magic of winter to the sandy shores! The crunch of snow underfoot, the sparkle of sun on the frosty lake, and the crisp winter air made for an unforgettable adventure. Whether you
January 31st, 2025
Through the Lens: Martin Gregus Passion to Protect Polar Bears
In this exclusive interview, Martin shares why he’s joined CPAWS Manitoba in advocating for conservation, the stories behind his breathtaking photographs, and his thoughts on why safeguarding polar bears and their habitats is more critical than ever.