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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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    December 5th, 2025

    What’s Blooming in 2026?

    Winter invites us to rest and reflect, and as we pause this season, the CPAWS Education Team is quietly sowing the seeds that will grow into next year’s adventures. Continue reading to find out whats to come in 2026!
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    November 28th, 2025

    Local Holiday Wish List

    We’ve put together a curated list of gift ideas that check all the right boxes: locally sourced, eco-friendly, reusable, and designed to bring joy long beyond the holiday season.
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    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. 
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    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?
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    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.
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    November 14th, 2025

    The Things We Learn When We Gather

    Take a look into Kitaskeenan Kaweekanawaynitamuk Indigenous Protected Area’s annual Five Nations Gathering!
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    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?
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    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!
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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