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1961 McCreary Rd
Winnipeg, MB R3P 2K9
(204) 989-8355

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  • Image of: An adult stands in a winter field, the hood of their black winter jacket up. They hold a camera up to their eye and face the camera.

    December 15, 2020

    Bird Photography for Beginners

    Bird photography can inspire your community to get outside and appreciate nature for themselves. Get started with these 5 tips for first-time bird photographers.

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    Image of: Two birds perch on a bird feeder filled with black seed.

    December 10, 2020

    5 Steps to Start Birding

    Birding is a great way to get outside and connect with nature, with over 50 species of winter birds in Manitoba. Get started on your new favourite hobby with these five simple tips.

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    Image of: Adult teaching child to skate

    December 4, 2020

    7 Ways to Spend Time Outside Today

    Spending twenty minutes outside can decrease fatigue, restore mental energy, decrease heart rate, and much more. For your physical and mental health, we want to help you find ways to get outside today.

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    Image of: Birds eye view of two individuals walking in snow leaving a trail of footsteps.

    November 6, 2020

    The get outside gift guide

    Take some time out this holiday season and experience the magic of intentional gift giving. Choose from a selection of experiences, perfect as a stand-alone gift or a stocking stuffer, to inspire your loved ones.

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    Image of: Two adults walk away from the camera in a sunny sparse winter forest.

    October 28, 2020

    How to make nature part of your routine

    There are so many benefits to spending time outdoors. In fact, it has shown such positive effects that some doctors have begun prescribing nature to patients. So for those of us looking to make nature part of our week, how can we easily integrate it into our regular lives? Here are 5 tips to help you get started.

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    Image of: The silhouette of five geese flly in the orange and purple sky.

    September 14, 2020

    The magic of migration is back

    Every autumn countless geese take part in the breathtaking ritual of migration, using FortWhyte Alive's lakes to prepare for their long journey ahead. This year, we want to help give you every opportunity to be part of this beautiful experience by offering you three different ways to embrace the season.

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    Image of: A hand holds a compass overtop of a paper map

    July 7, 2020

    Holding Down the Fort: DIY Compass

    Nature is our playground — and we want to help you navigate it. Create a sun dial using sticks, or a compass using household items.

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    Image of: Yellow goldfinch perched on a branch

    July 2, 2020

    Holding Down the Fort: Feeding Feathered Friends

    Feeders are a great way to provide stable food sources for birds. But what happens when the feeder is empty? Many people worry that those birds will suffer from lack of resources, but not to worry—birds adapt and find new sources quickly.

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    Image of: Two visitors take a photo of the sunset in summer.

    June 16, 2020

    Holding Down the Fort: Cloud Spotting

    Using our cloud guide, you and your family can learn the different types of clouds that you see throughout your day and what it means for upcoming weather systems.

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    FortWhyte Alive
    1961 McCreary Rd
    Winnipeg, MB R3P 2K9
    (204) 989-8355

    Winter Hours
    Mon to Fri: 9am–5pm
    Sat to Sun: 9am–5pm

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