Winter 2007/2008 �

2 Let it SnoW

Rene’s MaRine1565 Dugald Rd.

Winnipeg, MB(204) 661-8178

www.winnipegwatersports.com

GoRDon TRaileR sales& RenTals

Twin City CrossroadsThunder Bay, on1-877-939-2631(807) 939-2631

www.gordontrailersales.ca

l.a.D. enTeRpRises700 Ferry Rd.

east selkirk, MB204-482-7966

enns BRoTheRs

WinnipeGMcGillivray @ perimeter

(204) 895-0212

MoRRishwy 23 West

(204) 746-6777

poRTaGe la pRaiRiehwy 1a West

(204) 857-3451

www.ennsbros.com

lakesiDe MaRina lTD.#1 hwy 105

Red lake, on1-877-873-3681(807) 727-2366

GiMli snoWMoBile

CenTRehwy #9

Gimli, MB(204) 642-7017

Winter 2007/2008 �

Contents

Cover: ray Fortner

DogsleDDing at Kenora

4 Editor’sGreeting

6 CoolGiftswithWarmWishes

8 CookingWithFire

11 Season’sReadings

12 ReturntotheCalloftheWild

14 HeyBabyIt’sColdOutside

15 AWinterOasis

17 HotToddiesforChillyBodies

20 NewYear’sEveontheSlopes

24 What’sOnandWheretoStay

28 RidingMountainElkFest

44 BeaverDaysintheWhiteshell

51 WinterinKenora

Winter 2007/2008

Let it Snow

Publisher

Glenn Halgren

Contributing editor

Barbara Edie

Advertising sAles

Marian Boles, Karlie Grabeldinger,Lori Vialoux

ProjeCt CoordinAtor Carl Buffie

lAyout & design

Shelly Makus, Makus Design

Contributors

Barbara Edie, Tracy Edmonds-LeckieDuncan Stokes, Rick Vandervliet

PhotogrAPhy

Asessippi Ski Area, Ray Fortner,Fort Whyte, Tracy Edmonds-Leckie,

The Forks, Tourism Kenora, Travel Manitoba, Rick Vandervliet

the CottAgeris a member of Magazines Canada and

the Manitoba Magazine Publishers' Association

Let it Snow is published byCottager’s Publication.

www.thecottager.com

P.O. Box 40, Victoria BeachManitoba, Canada R0E 2C0

Phone (204) 756-8381 Fax (204) 756-2662

Email cottager@granite.mb.ca

©2007 by Cottager’s Publications.Contents may not be reprinted without

consent. Printed in Canada.

ISSN 1188-0163. Unsolicited manuscripts are

welcome and must be accompanied with a self-addressed

stamped envelope for return.Publications Mail Registration No.

40015052

Winter Greetings

I am never really ready for the first snowfall. It interrupts my illusion that I live in a fair weather climate, not one that holds records

for the coldest average temperatures on the planet Earth. There was a time when I simply survived winter, rather than embraced its crisp, austere beauty. That changed when I realized that some of my friends and family looked forward to the snow and the falling mercury. For some, winter is not only an opportunity to wear wooly clothing and really big boots, it’s an opportunity to play. Whether hitting the slopes, the cross-country ski trails or the rink, they focus on the fun factor far more than the wind chill factor.

After all, “it’s a dry cold,” as we Manitobans like to say, and as long as you’re dressed for it, winter affords one months (sometimes up to five months) of sporting options – hockey, curling, skating, skiing – as well as outdoor activities such as snowmobiling, snowshoeing or dog sledding. With the required equipment, all that’s needed is the right attitude… and a lot of snow (or ice).

In Manitoba, unique events such as the Trappers’ Festival in the Pas, Festival du Voyageur in St. Boniface and Manipogo in St. Laurent, among others, celebrate our northern traditions, spirit and ability to entertain ourselves in subzero temperatures. There are also Beaver Days at Falcon Lake, The Elk Festival in Riding Mountain National Park, and a New Year’s eve ski run at Asessippi Ski Area. All that and a bevy of snowmobile and ice fishing derbies in and around the Whiteshell and Lake of the Woods.

Winter sports, events and festivals are happening all over Manitoba and Northwestern Ontario and we’ve compiled listings of what’s on and where to stay to help you get the most out the season.

For those whose idea of winter activity is stoking the fireplace and lifting a warm beverage, we’ve also suggested a few season’s readings and some hot toddies to sip while you enjoy the snow… through the window.

Bundle up or snuggle up, and enjoy the season.

Barbara EdieEditor

� Let it SnoW

Winter 2007/2008 �

WESTERN

INTERLAKE

EASTERN

RED RIVER

NORTHERN

NW ONTARIO

� Let it SnoW

CoolGiftswithWarmWishesAdd a little warmth, comfort and joy to your home or cottage with these gifts

available from Lake Life, 440 Academy Road, Winnipeg.

FromAuthenticModels,perfectgiftsforkidsandkidsatheart.TheAMkidscollectionincludesboatinabottle,juniorcompass,nauticaljournal,knotkitandjugglingballs.Forthosebigkids,beautifulreproductionsailboats-choosefromAmericascupmodels,classics,cruisers,pondyachtsandspeedboats. Slowandsteadywinstherace.Jointhis

majesticcreatureashegoesforastrollinthenorthwoods.Beautiful48”100percentwoolhook’nbraidrug.

Handcraftedmetalmooseheadsculpturebringsatouchofnatureinside.Availableinmedi-umorlargesize.Bears,bison,deer,wolfandothercrittersalsoavailable!

Winter 2007/2008 7

There’snomorecomfortablewaytoaddatouchoftheoutdoorstoyourhomeorcabinthanthesewonderfullysoftthrows.High-lowBerberpilewithbrushedback.

OuTDOORACCESSORIES

Fireplace glovesThesespecialtyleatherglovesofferaddedsafetyaroundthefireplaceorcampfire.Felt-linedfingersandreinforcedpalmsaddextraprotectionandcom-fort.Note:thesegloveshelphandleheatandhotobjects,butarenotfireproof.Availableatwww.spitjack.com.

Winter Tilley HatsWhentheweathergetschilly,you’vestillgotTilley.Stylishwinterheadgearfromthepeoplewhocreatedtheoriginaloutdoorclassic,thisTilleyhatisCanadian-madeand100percentmerinowool.Tuck-awayearwarmerswillalsohelpkeepyouwarmatthelake,ontheslopesorhikingaroundtown.Themerinowoolhatcomesinblackorcamel,whileatexturedwoolversionisavailableincharcoalor“autumntweed.”Availableatwww.tilley.com.

EmmaBridgewaterPolkadots4-cupteapot.AperfectcupofteafromthefamousEnglishpotterylinewillwarmyoufromtheinside!Availablein2-cupand4-cupsettings.

8 Let it SnoW

The thrill of the grill doesn’t have to end with the onset of winter, deliciously grilled meals can continue long into the winter months. Bruce

Frankel, a former chef and restauranteur, is the founder of SpitJack.com, a company devoted to cooking with fire. He says grilling indoors can be a safe, easy way to enjoy summer recipes year round.

“Most people have not even considered grilling inside their homes because they assume they’ll spend the day fanning the smoke detector or cleaning up afterwards,” says Frankel. “The truth is, you can grill any meal in your fireplace as long as you have the right tools and equipment.”

People are drawn to fire, which fuels their interest in fireplace cooking. Part of the intrigue, says Frankel, is due to human nature’s primal instinct to work with fire; the other part is the unsurpassed flavour of fire-cooked food. “I want to bring the soul and satisfaction of fire-place cooking to a whole new generation of enthusiasts who want ‘the real thing’ – the experience of eating fresh foods right off the fire,” he adds. “Fireplace grills are a great way to bring your favourite backyard cook-ing tool into your living room so you can enjoy favou-rite recipes all year long.”

For those fired-up about cooking on the grill – indoors or outdoors – and information about how to build a fire, as well as a full of line of cooking accessories, fireplace grills and rotisseries, go to www.spitjack.com.

Cooking with FireSPITROASTEDPORKLOINWITHAPPLECIDER“GRAvY”(recipecourtesyofSpitJack.com)

Ingredients:2piecesbonelessporkloin-2-3lbs.eachStringfortying

For the rub:1tbspKoshersalt1tbspgranulatedgarlic1tspgroundblackpepper1tbspfinelychoppedfresh(ordried)thyme1tspfinelychoppedfresh(ordried)sage

For the sauce:1cupapplecider1tspappleBalsamicvinegar2tbspsweetbutter,cutinto1⁄2inchtabs

1 Mixthegarlic,pepper,Koshersaltandherbstogethertoformarub.

2 Spreadabout1tbspoftherubevenlyonthe“meat”sideofeachloin.

3 Stack the two loins with the fat side out and tiesecurely.

4 Spreadtheremainingrubontheoutsideoftheloinand let cure for at least 4 hours or preferably over-nightintherefrigerator.

5 Build a hot fireplace fire or prepare a grill rotisserieusingtheindirectcookingmethodanddrippan.

6 Secure the pork on the spit and place on the rotis-serie unit. Cook, watching carefully, until the insidetemperaturereads150°.

7 Removefromthefire,de-spittheroastandletrestforatleast10minutes.

8 Pour off and reserve most of the fat from the drippanandthendeglazewiththeappleciderandciderbalsamic.Reduceby1⁄2andthenaddthebutter,tabbytabwhilekeepingthepanmoving.Strainthroughafinestrainer,correcttheseasoningandkeepwarm.

9 untie and carve the roast. Serve with the sauce attable.

Serves6-8

FireplacegrillfromSpitjack.com

Winter 2007/2008 �

�0 Let it SnoW

Mail To: The Cottager,Circulation Department P.O. Box 40, Victoria Beach, Manitoba, R0E 2C0

❑ Pleasesendaoneyearsubscriptionfor$17.12(includesGST)❑ Twoyears-$31.00(includesGST)❑ Threeyears-$39.57(includesGST)

FROM:(MyName)_____________________________________________________________

Address______________________________________________________________________________

City______________________________________Prov.___________PostalCode_________________

❑ MasterCard/visaCardNo.__________________________________________________

Signature__________________________________________________Exp.Date________/_________

❑ PaymentEnclosed(ChequeorMoneyOrder)

TO:(Recipient’sName)__________________________________________________________

Address______________________________________________________________________________

City______________________________________Prov.___________PostalCode__________________

Toorderonlinevisitusatwww.thecottager.comIfyoudonotwanttoreceiveproductmailingfromuscheckhere.❑DE07

www.thecottager.com

I’m giving a gift subscription

The Magazine that brings cottage living all year long!

✃

❑ Pleasesendaoneyearsubscriptionfor$17.12(includesGST)❑ Twoyears-$31.00(includesGST)❑ Threeyears-$39.57(includesGST)

Name______________________________________________________________________

Address______________________________________________________________________________

City______________________________________Prov.___________PostalCode_________________

❑ MasterCard/visaCardNo.__________________________________________________

Signature__________________________________________________Exp.Date________/_________

❑ PaymentEnclosed(ChequeorMoneyOrder)Toorderonlinevisitusatwww.thecottager.comIfyoudonotwanttoreceiveproductmailingfromuscheckhere.❑

DE07

www.thecottager.com

Yes! I want to Subscribe.

The Magazine that brings youcottage living all year long!•4TimesaYear•AnnualPhotoContest•Recipes•CottageNews•FeatureArticles

CottagerThe

CottagerThe

Winter 2007/2008 ��

Season’s Readings

Skiing&SnowboardingFitnessByMarkHinesFireflyBooks,144pages

It’stimetohittheslopesandthisvaluableguideoffersthepre-seasontrainingneededtomaximizeyourfitness,skillandenjoymentonthesnow,whileavoidinginjury.Writtenbyapersonaltrainerandexercisescientist,thiswell-illus-tratedguidecontainsworkoutandfitnessprogramsthatcanbecompletedinweeksormonths,tobenefitskiiersandboardersofalllevels.

When Jack Frost is nipping at your nose that’s the perfect time to snuggle up with a good book. ‘Tis the season to read about Canadian holiday traditions, how to keep fit while playing in the snow or learning a few new tips about photographing nature, wildlife and landscapes.

NationalAudubonSocietyGuidetoNaturePhotographyByTimFitzharrisFireflyBooks,192pageswith220colourimages

Inthisrevisededition,authorTimFitzharris,knownforhisNaturecolumninPopularPhotographymagazine,shareshistechniquesincapturingthebeautyofnature.Foolproofstrate-giesandprofessionalmethodsforshootingland-scapes,birds,wildlife,forests,flowersandmoreareclearlyexplainedandillustratedwith220inspiringimages.Asurefirewaytoimproveyourphotographyskillsandportfolio.

Sleds,Sleighs&SnowACanadianChristmasCarolEditedbyAnneTempleman-KluitFireflyBooks,292pages

ThejoysofCanadianholi-daytraditionscometolifeinthisshowcaseofsomeofCanada’sfinestwrit-ers.StoriesbyauthorsincludingMargaretLaurence,LucyMaudeMontgomery,GreyOwl,EmilyCarr,StephenLeacockandRobertServicescapturetheessenceofChristmasinCanada–fromcoasttocoast,andfromtheearlydaystomoderntimes.ThiscollectionalsofeaturesantiqueChristmascards,photographs,recipesanddrawingsthatreflecttheseason.

�2 Let it SnoW

If you want to experience paradise in comfort when the temperature’s below zero, try

a unique adventure that will take you back to the rustic lifestyle of the early trappers and voya-geurs. There is no noise or fumes - just the sound of your dog team whisking you through the silent surroundings of the wilderness of Northwestern Ontario.

Burton Penner has been run-ning his adventure tourism busi-ness west of Vermilion Bay since 1989 under the name of Borealis Dogsled Adventures. Guests travel by dogsled through the boreal for-est in an environment where an adventure can last as long as six days and never crosses a single road. It’s a rustic experience where members of the party have their own sleds along with the necessary provisions to feed their dogs and themselves, plus any personal gear they need to keep them comfort-able at the bush camps at the end

Return to the Call of the WildRICKvANDERvLIET

of the day. Arctic weight sleeping bags are provided for every guest. The only things they have to bring are personal items such as clothes, toothbrushes and cameras. When reservations are made, Penner

sends a list of clothing items the guests should bring for the trip.

The adventure vacation is a hands-on experience and each trip is tailored to the client’s wishes. Adventures can be as short as a

Logoutpostcamp

Dogsleddingthroughthebush

Winter 2007/2008 ��

by wood stove and guests can par-ticipate in splitting the firewood. When nature calls, accommoda-tion is the little shack out back of the camp. Food is provided and cooked on a propane stove. An example of an evening meal is stroganoff, steaks or chili, a salad and veggies. Breakfasts are hearty and may include blueberry pan-cakes or bannock.

While sledding through the for-est, the guests are taught bush lore – how to read animal tracks and other specific signs of animal life. Because of the quiet nature on the trip, it is not uncommon to see wildlife.

Distance traveled on any given day depends on the conditions of the trail. On a well-packed trail, it is possible to make up to 50 kilo-metres in a day. If it is after a heavy snowfall and trail has to be broken, there are times when five kilome-tres might be the day’s limit. The dogs are not overtaxed or forced to run. It is in their nature to work and they are happiest when they are pulling a sleigh on a forest trail. The dogs’ well being is one of the most important factors in a tour. When the dogs are having fun everything else falls into place. There are 31 working dogs in the operation and each one looks for-ward to the first snowfall as if it were a gift.

The busiest time for Borealis Dogsled Adventures is between Christmas and the end of March. Those wishing to reserve a trip should apply in early fall to ensure being accommodated in the upcom-ing season. Most of the guests arrive from the American mid-west with a secondary market coming from Europe. Some guests return as many as four or five times.

For more information: log on to www.canada-dogsled.com, email borealisdogsled@juno.com or call 1-888-240-3739 toll free.

day trip or up to two weeks but the average length is three to four days. Penner accompanies each tour to insure a total wilderness experience in a completely safe environment yet gives the guests an opportunity to test their wings. The vacationer is trained in har-nessing his or her dog team, mush-ing the dogs, feeding them when it’s meal time and getting them ready for the night.

The size of the team depends of the size of the person they’re pulling. A 200-pound man might require six dogs to pull the sleigh while a slender person might only require a three-dog team. Each team pulls only one guest and his

or her provisions. A typical party consists of four to five people. There is no age limit for par-ticipants, and Penner has accom-modated toddlers as young as 18 months and visitors as old as 81. Generally, a guest must be at least 12 before he can mush his own team. People with disabilities are also welcomed. In 18 years of tours, Penner says he has never had a negative experience.

Nights are spent in log camps in the surrounding wilderness. The cabins are a day apart and for longer tours, he provides state of the art insulated arctic oven tents which keep campers cozy in -40 degree temperatures. All heating is

Gettingsupperreadyinthelogoutpostcamp

Insulatedarcticoventent

�� Let it SnoW

Hey Baby It’s Cold Outside

In winter in Manitoba and Northwestern Ontario, fight-ing the elements may be con-

sidered an extreme sport. Here, winter is neither for the feint of heart nor the overexposed. Hypothermia and frostbite are serious risks of the season.

HypothermiaHypothermia is the lowering of

the body’s core temperature. It can happen in water or on land, and does not require extreme cold. Wind and wetness, such as moisture under sweaty clothes, increase the risk of hypothermia. Dress warmly in water-resistant layers, and wear a hat, gloves and warm winter coat. Staying dry is important, if you start to sweat, cool off a little.

Staying warm is all about the layers: the inner layer (closest to the skin) should have “wicking” prop-erties to move any moisture away from the skin; the middle layer should insulate against the loss of your body heat while keeping the cold outside air away; and the outer layer should be a wind-breaker to reduce the chances of cold air reaching the insulating layer.

If immersed in cold water, quickly remove wet clothes. Keep moving to generate body heat, and get to a warm place as soon as possible. Use several layers of blankets (heated in a dryer, if pos-sible) to warm up. If alert, drink warm beverages but do not drink anything alcoholic. If there are signs of hypothermia, such as mumbling and changes in levels of consciousness, seek immediate medical attention.

FrostbiteFrostbite results from freezing temperatures, poor circulation and skin exposed to extreme cold. Frostbite is most common on extremities (fingers and toes) and exposed areas such as the ears, nose and cheeks. It is identified by unnaturally white and numb skin surrounded by harsh red colour-ing.

It is critical to dress appropri-ately for the weather and the wind chill. Cover up and layer well, making sure that socks fit loosely within your boots. Mitts with lin-ers are warmer than gloves. Wind-proof outer garments, extra layers, thermal underwear and a bala-clava or scarf over the face will also offer some protection. Two pairs of socks, wool if possible, also help keep feet warm and dry.

If frostbite occurs:• DONOTRuBthearea,thiscancausemoredamage.• Removeclothingandre-warmtheskinusingaperson’sbodyheat (e.g.,underarms)orbyapplyingwarmcompresses.• Avoiddirectheat,whichcanburntheskin.• Dryskingentlywithoutrubbing.• Iftheskinhasblistersdonotbreakthem,applyadressing.• Donotwalkonfrozenfeetortoes.• Seekmedicalattention,especiallyifwhiteorgrey-colouredpatches appearoriftheareaisnumb.

The 4 “P”s of frostbite. 1. Pink-affectedareasarereddish.Thisisthefirstsignoffrostbite.3. Pain-affectedareaispainful5. Patches-white,waxyfeelingpatchesappear6. Pricklies-areafeelsnumb

Winter 2007/2008 ��

A Winter Oasis

The new five-star Radisson Resort Hecla on Lake Winnipeg is now open,

with its spa and wellness cen-tre, the Hecla Oasis Resort, to be ready in 2008. In addition to the European-style spa, the resort features 90 guest rooms, a family water park, a pet spa, an 18-hole golf course, three

Other Manitoba Spas:RIDINg MOuNTAIN Solstice SpaElkhorn Resort and ConferenceCentreRidingMountainNationalPark1-866-355-4676;(204)848-8739www.elkhornresort.mb.ca

WINNIPEggiselle’s:www.relax@GisellesSpas.ca• CitySpa 2ndFloor,PortagePlace (204)956-5400

DaySpa #30-166MeadowoodDr. (204)253-0900

• TheSpa 1851GrantAve. (204)985-0900

Riverstone, The Spa at the ForksInnattheForks75ForksMarketRd.(204)944-2444www.innforks.com

Ten SpaHotelFortGarry,10thFloor222Broadway1-866-585-0772;(204)946-6520www.fortgarryhotel.com

urban Oasis Mineral SpaClarionHotel1445PortageAve.1-800-424-6423;(204)774-5110www.clarionhotelwinnipeg.com

restaurants and conference and banquet facilities.

In the winter months, those looking for a tranquil getaway can check out Hecla Island’s self-guid-ed outdoor activities including cross-country skiing, snowshoe-ing, snowmobiling, ice fishing and more. The Hecla Oasis Resort also offers some unique guided

winter programs, such as snow-shoeing adventures both by day and by starlight, owling excur-sions, and workshops on snow ecology. The resort is located in Hecla/Grindstone Provincial Park, a two-hour drive north of Winnipeg. For more information call toll free: 1-800-267-6700 or log on to www.heclaoasis.com.

RenderingsofthenewHeclaOasisResort

Top:TheOasisWaterfall

Bottom:TheOasisCourtyard

Nejmark Architect

�� Let it SnoW

1. KERNEY’STREE&RASPBERRY FARM,STONEWALLLOCATION: About 2 km west offHighway 236 on Road #83, 9.6 kmnorthofStonewall.Watchforsigns.Phone:(204)467-5059Email:carlynn@prairie.ca

2. R&CTREECOMPANY,NETLEYLOCATION:5kmnorthofPetersfieldRd. between Highways 8 and 9 onTaylor Road (91N). Just 30 minutesfromtheNorthPerimeter.Phone:(204)738-4350

3.COuNTRYPINES,TYNDALLLOCATION: 1 km west of Tyndall offHighway 44 Service Road.Watch forsigns.Phone:(204)268-1557orcell(204)268-0641formoreinformation.Email:mkis@mts.net

4.FIRSTSTREETTREES,BEAuSEJOuRLOCATION: 6 km south of Park Ave.,BeausejouronFirstSt.Phone:(204)268-1372Email:starfire@mts.net

5. WINDRIFTTREEFARM, BEAuSEJOuRLOCATION: 8 km past Tyndall onHighway44.Watchforsigns.Phone:(204)771-1921

6. CLOvERLEAFTREEFARM,ANOLALOCATION:11kmnorthof AnolaonHighway 12 or 1.6 km north of thejunctionofGarvenRoadandHighway12.Or8kmsouthof the junctionofHighways44and12.Signsposted.Phone:(204)755-2217Website:www.cloverleaftreefarm.ca

ChopYourOwnChristmasTreeinManitoba7. HEMMINGER’STREES& WREATHS,HAZELRIDGELOCATION: 8 km north of Anola onHighway12, then 0.8 km west onHazelridgeRoad.Phone:(204)755-2938

8. KOKOMOWOODS,STEINBACHLOCATION: 6.4 km east of Steinbachwater toweronHighway52,and0.3km north on Kokomo Road. Watchforsigns.Phone:(204)326-9470Email:blsuss@mts.net

9. CDTREES,STEINBACHLOCATION:11kmsouthofSteinbachon Highway 12 and 1.6 km east.Watchforsigns.Phone:(204)326-6222Email:dorothy@cdtrees.comWebsite:www.cdtrees.com

10. TIMBERTRAILSTREEFARM, STEINBACHLOCATION: 12.5 km south ofSteinbachonHighway12,and2kmeast.Watchforsigns.Phone:(204)434-9812Email:timbrtrl@mts.netWebsite:www.timbertrails.ca

11.DEERMEADOWTREEFARM, LABROQuERIELOCATION:5kmeastofLaBroquerieonHighway210,and5kmsouthonGagnonRoad.Watchforsigns.Phone:(204)422-5700Email:mlavack@mts.net

12.SLEEPYHOLLOWCHRISTMAS TREEFARM,WELLWOODLOCATION:3.2kmnorthoftheTownofWellwood,6.5kmeastonthe lefthandside.SignsPosted.Phone:(204)834-2316Email:jwhyte1@mts.net

Winter 2007/2008 �7

HotToddiesforChillyBodiesTEAWITHAKICK

WHITEOuT2ozofRooibosstrawberrytruffletea1ozofvodka1/2ozofGrandMarnier

Take a martini glass and moisten the rimwiththejuiceofonefreshstrawberry.Thentake 2 oz (1 tablespoon) of StrawberryRooibosTruffleteaandgrinditinabladegrinder. Then sift the tea through a finescreenmeshandaddfinewhitesugar tothegroundtea.Rimthemartiniglasswiththetea/sugarpowder.Thenmakeacupoftea using the Rooibos Strawberry TruffleteainaBREWT*teainfusersothatnofinetea leaves get into the shaker. Then addthe tea, vodka and Grand Marnier into ashakerovericeandshakehard.Pourintothe Martini glass. Garnish with a slice offresh Strawberry. Think of summer whilewatchingthewhiteoutoutside.

CHOCO-MINTMADNESS2ozCallebautChocolateliquidchocolate1/2ozNavanvanillaCognac1/2ozCremedeCacao1ozBlackMinttea

Moistentheshooterglassrimwithcremedecacaoliquerthenrimtheshooterglasswith a mix of ground black mint tea andCallebaut chocolate drink powder. Takea shooter and add the Callebaut liquidchocolate to the bottom of the shooterglass.ThenaddtheNavanandtheCremede Cacao on top. Finally make a cup ofblackmintororganicherbalmintteaandadd a little of the tea to the head of theglass.Enjoy.

*Tea recipes provided by CTC BREWT(www.brewts.com). Non-alcoholic ingre-dients can be purchased from Stephen& Andrews or Cornelia Bean Ltd. inWinnipeg.

BLuEBERRYCOFFEE1ozBlueberrySchnappsAddonemugofhotcoffee.Topwithwhippedcream.

CANADIANCOFFEE1/4cupmaplesyrup1/2cupRyewhiskey3 cups coffee; hot, black, doublestrengthTopping:3/4cupwhippingcream4teaspoonsmaplesyrupWhip cream with maple syrupuntilsoftmounds;setaside.

Divide maple syrup and whiskeyamong4warmedheatproofglassmugs.Pourincoffeeandtopwithmaple-whippedcream.

HOTTODDY2ozCanadianWhiskey2teaspoonssugar,4cloves,1/2cinnamonstick,GratednutmegIn an Irish coffee mug, combine all(except nutmeg). Add boiling watertofill.Stirwell.Sprinklewithnutmeg.

CAFÉDIABLE2tablespoonssugar,5ozdarkrumorbrandy,2orangetwists,10wholecloves,2cinnamonsticksHotblackcoffee(4-5cups)Place all ingredients except thecoffeeinachafingdish.Heatgen-tly, stirring constantly. Ignite andallowtoburnfor1minute.Slowlyadd coffee. Ladle into heatproofglass mugs; remove the spices.Makes4-5servings.

MuLLEDWINEOnebottleredwineOnepeeledandslicedorange(keeppeeltoaddzesttotasteintocookingpot)1/4cupbrandy8-10cloves2/3cuphoneyorsugar1 vanilla bean (or 3 cinnamonsticksdependingonwhichflavouryouprefer)1tspfreshor2tspgroundginger(allspicecanbesubstituted)

Combineallingredientsineitheralargepotoraslowcooker.Gently warm the ingredients onlow to medium heat (avoid boil-ing)for2025minutes.Stiroccasionallytomakesurethatthehoneyorsugarhascompletelydissolved.Whenthewineissteamingandtheingredientshaveblendedwellitisready to serve. Strain or ladle into mugs (leaving seasonings behind)andenjoy!Serves4-6

�8 Let it SnoW

SKIING IN MANITOBA - IT ROCKS!

Manitobaishometomanyterrificskiinglocations,situatedthroughouttheprovince.

Winter 2007/2008 ��

SKIING IN MANITOBA - IT ROCKS!

20 Let it SnoW

NewYear’sEveontheSlopes

Why ring in the new year in front of a television set when you could be

bringing in 2008 in true Canadian style, swooshing down the ski slopes at midnight. Asessippi Ski Area and Winter Park creates a New Year’s Eve to remember, while you get a head start on that New Year’s resolution to get more exer-cise. December 31 on the ski hill is a great time for the whole family, with the focus on fun, and activi-ties for all ages and stages.

It’s a marathon day for Asessippi staff, who open the winter park at 9 a.m. and remain open to bring in the New Year on the slopes, in the village, on the deck or in the pub.

“For years we tried the tradi-tional cabaret style New Year’s Eve but that just wasn’t our market.

Our entire positioning is geared to offering an affordable getaway for the middle income family,” said Roz Pulo, Director of Marketing for Asessippi. “Once we put the whole family back in to our New Year’s Eve celebrations things real-ly took off.”

This is the resort’s third annual Family New Year’s Eve event. The tubing park is open until 11 p.m. and the squirrel chair is open until 11:45 p.m. to give guests enough time to gather at the top of the run for a final midnight descent to the village.

If you need to warm up, there are plenty of activities inside: at 9 p.m. there is an additional games area geared toward younger guests, plus movies set up in the sugar shacks. The arcade style “Drop

Zone” is located downstairs and is a hit for many ages. Food and beverage services also offer a great Steak Night special along with a limited food court selection avail-able late in to the evening.

Skiing or snowboarding in the valley is a terrific way to celebrate the New Year and can be enjoyed by all ages. Day tickets are valid until close, so winter enthusiasts can come anytime during the day or evening to hit the slopes and enjoy the atmosphere. With almost 1000 people spread out on the ski hills and in the village, the whole resort is alive and buzzing in an outdoor New Year’s party that would make Dick Clark jealous. For more information call (204) 564-2000 or visit www.asessippi.com.

Winter 2007/2008 2�

SkiDeals

Grade5SnowPassChildren in Grade 5, or who are 10 years-old, can ski andrideforfreeattheirfavouritehillsthiswintercourtesyoftheCanadianSkiCouncilandpartnerresortsacrossCanada.

TheGrade5SnowPassprogramofferseligibleCanadianchildrenuptothreefreedaysofskiingorsnowboardingateachparticipatingskiareaintheirregion.

Participating Manitoba ski hills include: Asessippi SkiAreaandWinterPark,FalconLakeRidgeSkiArea,MysteryMountainWinterParkandStonyMountainSkiArea.

The Grade 5 SnowPass booklet includes up to threeski-freecouponsforeachskiareaaswellascouponsfordis-countsorrebatesonlessonsandequipmentrentals.SomeparticipatingareasalsoofferabonusGrade6couponthatcan be used next season. Each Grade 5 student whoapplies

willreceiveeitheranEasternorWesternSnowPassbooklet,dependingonwheretheyliveinCanada.

For a chance to win ski and snowboard prizes, eachSnowPass applicant can enter the“Tell a Friend” referralcontest. If you tell your friend about the SnowPass pro-gram and they send in an application, you’ll be enteredin a draw for some amazing prizes like Sport Chek giftcertificates,liftpasses,equipment,andmore.

Grade 5 SnowPass applications are available onlineat www.snowpass.ca and www.passeportdesneiges.ca.ApplicationsarealsoavailableCanada-widefromGrade5elementaryschoolteachersandatSportMart,SportChek,SportsExperts,andIntersportstores.TheprogrambeginsDec.1,2007andSnowPassbookletswillbemailedouttoapplicantsbeginningNov.19,2007.

ManitobaSkiTrailsManitobaishometomanygreatcrosscountryskitrails.

Checkoutwww.gov.mb.ca/conservation/parks/winter_reports/cross_country_skiing_report.html

National Learn to Ski/Ride Week

Winter sports are some of the best ways to maintain anactivelifestyle,andCanadianskiresortsaremakingtheirown NewYear’s resolutions to help more people get ontheslopesandoffthecouchbymakingitaffordableandeasytolearntoskiorsnowboard.

January 12-20, 2008 is National “Learn to Ski andRideWeek” and ski areas across Canada will be offeringdiscount packages designed with beginners in mind.Participatingareaswilloffer50%pricereductionsand“2for1”discountsonpackagesthat includeabeginner liftticket, equipment rental and a beginner lesson, every-thingyouneedtogetyoustartedontheslopes!

InManitoba,theStonyMountainSkiAreaisparticipat-ing in National Learn to Ski and Ride Week. Find moreinformationonlearninghowtoskiandride,visitwww.skicanada.org.Courtesy Travel Manitoba

22 Let it SnoW

SnowmobileSafetyTipsSOuRCE:SNOMAN,WWW.SNOMAN.MB.CA

DriveDefensivelyBealertforpotentialdanger.Watchoutfor:• Thiniceandopenwater• Groomingequipment• Oncomingsnowmobiles• unforeseenobstaclesbeneathsnow• unexpectedcorners,intersectionsandstops• Roadandrailwaycrossings• Treesandbranchesonthetrail• Bridgesandapproaches• Wildlife• Othertrailusers(skiers,hikers)

Don’t Drink and Ride1 Even small amounts of alcohol can drastically affect

reactiontime.Alcoholisinvolvedinover70%ofsnow-mobilingfatalities.

2 Alcohol increases susceptibility to cold and hypother-mia.Chancesofsurvivalandtreatmentofinjurycanbegreatlyaffected.

3 The Off-Road vehicle (ORv) Act now mirrors theHighwayTrafficAct.Ifconvictedofdrivingasnowmo-bilewhile impaired,youwill losealldrivingprivileges(car,truck,motorcycle,off-roadvehiclesandsnowmo-biles).

4 COPs On Snow is a non-confrontational patrol of vol-unteersactingastheeyesandearsofthelaw.Theyareonthetrailtoofferassistancebydistributingmapsandbrochures.Theywillalsodocumentanyinfractionsandalertthelocalpolice.

Be Cautious After Dark• Alwayswearouterclothingwithreflectivetrim.• Neverridealoneatnight.• Slow down after dark. Nine out of 10 snowmobiling

fatalitiesoccurafterdark.

Avoid Riding on Ice• If you must cross ice, test the thickness of ice before

venturing out on it. Ice must be at least 25 cm, or 10inches,thickbeforeit’ssafeforsnowmobilesorall-ter-rainvehicles.Thenstayonthepackedormarkedtrail.

• Don’tstopuntilyoureachshore.Ifyouhitslush,don’tlet off the throttle. If you are following someone whohitsslush,veerofftomakeyourownpath.

• Ifyoutraveloverlakesandrivers,useabuoyantsnow-mobile suit and carry a set of picks to help grip theedgeoftheicemoreeasily.

If you do break through the ice: • Kickvigorously intoahorizontalpositionandswimto

the nearest ice edge. Place hands/arms on unbrokenicewhilekickinghardtopropelyourbodyontotheice,likeaseal.

• Onceclear,stayflatandrollawaytostrongerice.• Stand,keepmovingandfindshelterfast.

Dress Properly• Wearlayersofclothing.• Avoid cottons and sweatshirts that retain moisture,

making you cold and clammy and may lead to hypo-thermia.

• Wear good snowmobile gear made of materials thatretainheat,releasemoistureandresistbothwaterandwind.Trytofindsuitsthatarewaterandwindproof.

Snowmobile Repair KitThisbasicrepairkitcanprovideimmediatehelpwhenyoursnowmobileisintrouble.• sparebelt• sparesparkplugs• manufacturer’stoolkit• extrawrenches• nuts&boltssizedforyoursled• towrope• prybar• ducttape• wire• jack-knife• cellularphone(butmayhavelimitedservicerange)

BorderExplorersatatrailnearFlinFlonSNowMAN

SnowmobileTrails&Clubs

Winter 200�/2007 2�

Central Region Trails and ClubsTrails in this area Maintained bywinkler, St. Jean and Altona Border Valley Sno-GoersPortage la Prairie, Rosendale and St. Ambrois Club Snow Inc.Assiniboine River, Springstein, Starbuck,Fannystelle, Elie, Elm Creek, Brunkild, Domain, St. Agathe, La Salle, oak Bluff, Headingley Cross Country Snow DriftersSwan Lake, Somerset, Notre Dame, Altamont, St. Leon, Manitou, Darlingford, Morden, La Riviere, Snowflake, Pilot Mound, Pembina Valley SnowkickersCrystal City, Clearwater and MariapolisCypress River, Treherne, Holland, Rolling Range RidersSprucewoods , St.Claude, Stephenfield, Notre Dame du Lourdes Sno-what Snowmobile ClubCarman, Roseisle, St. Claude, Miami, winkler, Roland, Elm Creek Snoflies Snowmobile Club

Eastern Region Trails and ClubsTrails in this area Maintained byBeausejour, Tyndall, Stead, Mars Sand Hills, Gull Lake Brokenhead TrailblazersPinawa, Seddon’s Corner, Lac du Bonnet, Seven Sisters, whitemouth, Elma Eastman SnoPalsLac du Bonnet, Bird River, Lee River Lee River Snow RidersPine Falls, Powerview, St. George Maskwa Snowmobile ClubMilner Ridge, South of Pine Falls Mooswa Lake Snow Riders Inc.Nopiming Provincial Park, Bird Lake Nopiming Sno-MadsGrand Beach, Belair Forest, Stead Northstar HillclimbersRicher, St. Anne Snowraiders Snowmobile ClubSouth Junction, woodridge, Can-Am, Moose Lake, La Broquerie, Steinbach, Sandilands Provincial Forest Southeast SnoRidersoakbank, Anola Springfield PathfindersBirds Hill Park, Libau, Selkirk, Hwy 59 Springhill TrailblazersVictoria Beach, Albert Beach, Hillside Beach, Traverse Bay, Belair,Lake winnipeg trail to Hecla Island Victoria Beach Snow DriftersSt. Malo, Ile des Chenes, St. Agathe, St. Pierre-Jolys Voyageur Trail Grooming Associationwhiteshell Provincial Park whiteshell Snowmobile Club

Interlake Region Trails and ClubsTrails in this area Maintained bywinnipeg Beach, Arborg, Gimli, Riverton,Hecla Interlake Snow TrackersInwood, St. Laurent and oak Point Inwood Snowmobile ClubSteep Rock, Falkner Lake Side Snow DriftersAshern, Moosehorn Log Cabin Snowmobile Club

woodlands, warren, Marquette,St. Laurent Northern Lites Snowmobile ClubFisher Branch Northern Trail BlazersStony Mountain, Stonewall, Balmoral, Argyle South Interlake Snow RidersSt. Martin, Gypsumville St. Martin’s Power Toboggan Club

Northern Region Trails and ClubsTrails in this area Maintained byFlin Flon, Creighton Border Explorers Snowmobile ClubGillam Gillam Snowmobile ClubThe Pas, Clearwater Lake Park Kelsey Trail Sno RidersSnow Lake Snow Lake Sno-DriftersThompson, Paint Lake Park Thompson Trailbreakers Inc.

Western Region Trails and ClubsTrails in this area Maintained byDauphin Dauphin Snowmobile ClubGrandview, South Duck Mountain Park, Ashville, Ethelbert, Gilbert Plains Intermountain Snowmobile ClubBirch River, North Porcupine Mountain North Mountain Ridersochre River, Ste. Rose ochre River Snowmobile ClubNeepawa, Carberry, Minnedosa, Sandy Lake Prairie Mountain Snow DriftersRoblin, Southwest Duck Mountain Park Roblin Snowmobile AssociationAngusville, Asessippi Ski Area & winter Park, Birtle, Elphinstone, Foxwarren, Hamiota, Inglis, Miniota, oakburn, oak River, Rossburn, Russell, St.Lazare, Sandy Lake, Shoal Lake, Strathclair, waywayseecappo & Vista Snowtraxx Snowmobile ClubGoodlands, waskada, Turtle Mountain Park, Deloraine, Elgin, Hartney, Lauder, Souris, oak Lake, Virden, Melita Southwest Snow TrackersSouth of Brandon, Shilo, Carberry, Douglas Sprucewoods SnodriftersSwan Valley, North Duck Mountain Park, wellman Lake, Cowan, Thunder Hill Ski Area Swan Valley Snowmobile Associationwawanesa, Glenboro, Belmont, Ninette, Dunrea, Killarney and south to the US border Tri-Lake Trail BustersBoissevain Turtle Mountain Trail RidersBrandon, Minnedosa, oak River, Rapid City, Rivers Valleyview Sno-RidersVirden Virden Valley Runners

CoURTESy oF SNoMAN, www.SNoMAN.MB.CA

2� Let it SnoW

CHURCHILL

Mar(thirdweek) Aurora Winterfest

Mar 29 Hudson Bay Quest, international dogsled race from Churchill, Manitoba toArviat,Nunavut;andMushersBanquetinArviatafterthefinishoftherace.

What’s On and Where to stay A list of some of the activities and events in Manitoba and Northwestern Ontario

Northern Region

ChurchillLightsCourtesy Travel Manitoba

FLIN FLONFeb 8, 9 & 10 Bust the Winter Blues Festival,a familyeventincludingabonfire, curlingbonspiel,bakingevents, familydance,trivianight,pancake breakfastandmore; contactAimeeDeans,(204)681-7542.

WheretostayBakersNarrowsLodge;1-866-603-6390WestwoodLodge;(204)687-6307YohoBayBed&Breakfast;(204)687-3051LegacyBed&Breakfast;(204)687-4101FlinFlonFriendshipCentreHostel;(204)687-3900OrelandMotel;(204)687-3467RoyalHotel;(204)687-7534victorialInn;(204)687-7555GILLAM

Dec 2 Santa Claus Parade; (204)652-5488Dec 24 – 28 Christmas Break Skate Dec 31 New Year’s Eve Social Jan 25 – 27 Bantam Hockey TournamentFeb 8 – 10 Mites Hockey TournamentFeb 14 Family Valentine’s Day Dance Feb 15 – 17 Novice Hockey TournamentFeb 29 – Mar 2 Walter Peters Memorial Hockey TournamentMar 10 – 16 Winter Carnival Week Mar 14 – 16 Atoms Hockey TournamentMar 24 – 28 Spring Break Day Camp (tentative) TBA Family Sponge Hockey Tournament TBA gillam Snowmobile Club Poker Derby

WheretostayAuroraGardensRestaurantandMotel;(204)652-6554GillamMotorInn;(204)652-2670 Courtesy Travel Manitoba

Winter 2007/2008 2�

THE PASDec 1 Opasquia School Craft SaleDec 2 Carrot Valley Craft SaleFeb 13 – 17 Trappers’ Festival Feb to Mar Exhibit on the Northern Manitoba Trappers’ FestivalatthemuseumApr 5 Bill Bannock Fishing Derby

WheretostayGrassRiverLodge,ThePas;(204)358-7171NewvickeryLodge,Clearwater;(204)624-5429Carpenter’sClearwaterLodge,Clearwater;(204)624-5467EvergreenResort,Clearwater;(204)624-5750

THOMPSONFeb 8 – 10 Winterfest, Recreation Centre; (204)677-7952

SNOW LAKEMar 1 Snowmobile Races;(204)358-2732

WheretostayBarlett’sDiamondWillowInn&WillowHouse;(204)358-2842BluenoseBed&Breakfast;(204)358-7305LakeshoreBed&Breakfast;(204)358-9638SnowLakeMotorInn;(204)358-2331

Winter car survival kitTheCanadianAutomobileAssociationrecommendsthefol-lowingitemsbekeptinthetrunkofyourcar.• shovel• sandorcatlitter• tractionmats• towchain• compass• clothorrollofpapertowels• warninglightorroadflares• extraclothingandfootwear• emergencyfoodpack• boostercables• icescraperandbrush• matchesanda“survival”candleinadeepcan(towarmhands,heatadrinkoruseasanemergencylight)

• fireextinguisher• extrawindshieldwasherfluid• fuellineantifreeze

Thefollowingitemsshouldbekeptinthecabofyourcar.• roadmaps• flashlight• firstaidkit• blanket(special“survival” blanketsarebest)

If you get trapped in a storm or snowbank, don’t panic!Avoidoverexertionandexposure.Shovellingandbittercoldcankill.Stayinyourcar.Youwon’tgetlostandyou’llhaveshelter.

Keepfreshairinyourcar.Openawindowonthesideshelteredfromthewind.Runyourmotorsparingly.Bewareofexhaustfumesandthepossibil-ityofcarbonmonoxide.Ensurethetailpipeisnotblockedbysnow.usethecandleforheat,insteadofthecar’sheater,ifpossible.Setoutawarninglightorflares.Putonthedomelight.(Overuseofheadlightsmayrunyourbatterydown.)Exerciseyourlimbsvigorously.Keepmovinganddon’tfallasleep.Keepwatchfortrafficorsearchers.Wearahat,asyoucanloseupto60percentofyourbodyheatthroughyourhead.

Trapper’sFestivalCourtesy Travel Manitoba

2� Let it SnoW

RIVERS AND DISTRICTDec 1 Santa Claus Parade, Rivers; (204)328-7494Jan 1 New Year’s Day Levy, Royal Canadian Legion; (204)328-7830Jan 16 – 18 Masters’ Bonspiel, RiversCurlingClub; (204)328-7173Jan 18 – 20 Mens’ Bonspiel, RiversCurlingClub; (204)328-7799Jan 25 – 27 Ladies’ Bonspiel, RiversCurlingClub; (204)328-7173Feb. 22 – 24 Mixed Bonspiel. RiversCurlingClub; (204)328-5237Mar 8 Junior Bonspiel, RiversCurlingClub; (204)328-7813Mar 18 – 20 Seniors’ Bonspiel,RiversCurlingClub; (204)328-7243or(204)328-7110.

WheretostayCozyRiverInnBed&Breakfast;(204)328-4457uplandHouseBed&Breakfast;(204)566-2318

ASESSIPPI PARKLAND – RUSSELL, INGLIS, BINSCARTH, ANGUSVILLE & SHELLMOUTH

Dec1 – 31 Victorian Dickens Historical Christmas, RussellInn,Russell;(204)773-3437Dec 5 Russell game & Fish Big Buck Night; (204)773-3461Dec 7 – 9 Opening Weekend,AsessippiSkiArea &WinterPark;(204)564-2000Dec 7 Farmers’ Bonspiel, Binscarth; (204)532-2173Dec 8 Santa Day, Binscarth;(204)532-2514Dec 8 get Amped, Evening Rail Jam: AsessippiSkiArea&WinterPark; (204)564-2000Dec 31 Asessippi Family New Year’s Eve; Torchrunatmidnight.AsessippiSki Area&WinterPark;(204)564-2000Jan 5, 12, 19 & 26 Asessippi Winter Fest Days, Outdoor Bar&BBQ,AsessippiSkiArea& WinterPark;(204)564-2000

Western Region

Winter 2007/2008 27

Feb 2 Snowmobile Derby, Shellmouth CommunityHall;(204)564-2124Feb 4 – 9 Seniors’ Bonspiel, Binscarth; (204)532-2173Feb 9 Snowmobile Poker Derby,Angusville Hall;(204)773-2338Feb 9 & 10 Female Snowboard Freestyle Camp, AsessippiSkiArea&WinterPark; (204)564-2000Feb 9 – 11 Mixed Bonspiel, Binscarth; (204)532-2173Feb 16 – 17 Half Pipe Competition, AsessippiSki Area&WinterPark;(204)564-2000Feb TBA Russell Ladies Open Bonspiel, Russell; (204)773-3493Feb TBA Redliners Auto Club Ice Rally Challenge,Russell;(204)773-3071, or773-338Mar 1 Coca Cola Family Festival, Asessippi SkiArea&WinterPark;(204)564-2000Mar 1 Annual Snowmobile Derby, Hosted byInglisFireDepartment,Inglis; (204)564-2603Mar 8 Asessippi Slope Style Prairie Throw Down, AsessippiSkiArea&Winter Park;(204)564-2000Mar TBA Russell Mixed Open Bonspiel, Russell; (204)773-3493

WheretostayShellmouthAsessippiBunkHouse;(204)564-2000AsessippiSugarShacks;(204)564-2000

RussellAsessippiInn;(204)773-2002AzeeSunsetLodge;(204)773-2919BoultonManorBed&Breakfast;(204)773-3267Hank’sHide-A-Way;1-800-292-6228JollyLodger;(204)773-2177PrairieLakeLodge;(204)773-3335RussellInn;1-800-665-0678Sanderson’sHillBed&Breakfast;(204)773-2220SilverCreekBed&Breakfast;(204)773-2729

InglisAsessippiBed&Breakfast;(204)564-2486BearCreekBed&Breakfast;(204)564-2696LittlevillageInn;(204)564-2585ShellvalleyInn;(204)564-2033InglisHotel;(204)564-2414InglisHall:(204)564-2414RailsideInn;(204)773-2430WeathervaneInn:(204)564-2464

BinscarthBinscarth580Hotel;(204)532-2459BinscarthvillageGuestHaus;(204)532-2173

BRANDONMid-Dec Power Smart Waterfall of Lights, BrandonSkatingOval; (204)729-2150Jan 15 –17 Manitoba Ag Days, KeystoneCentre; www.agdays.comJan 31 – Feb 2 Lieutenant governor’s Winter Festival; (204)729-2171Mar 31 – Apr 5 Royal Manitoba Winter Fair, KeystoneCentre;(204)726-3590

28 Let it SnoW

Looking for something new this winter? Head to the Riding Mountain Elk

Fest, from February 8 – 10, for events that include winter kiting, high-tech treasure hunts and ice sculpting. It all takes place in the town of Wasagaming and Riding Mountain National Park.

The fest kicks off on Saturday with a pancake breakfast, and then beckons visitors to try out the skiing, snowshoeing, snow sculpting and winter kiting. Winter kiting means strapping on a snowboard and latching onto a specially designed kite that lifts and pulls you across the snow, through the air and across the lake to the other side.

Another unique activity, called geocaching, involves a high-tech treasure hunt using GPS technol-ogy to find the hidden loot.

And then there’s “people curl-ing” where people slide them-selves, rather than curling rocks, down a hill on toboggans in an attempt to hit the bulls eye at the end of the slope.

Families can work together to build a quinze or an igloo, the former being a giant pile of snow that’s been allowed to settle then hollowed out making a cozy little outdoor winter retreat. Igloos are constructed of cut blocks of snow.

For those who want to build something out of ice, The Elkhorn Resort provides blocks of ice and tools for participants to try their hand at ice sculpting. The resort also offers sleigh rides with a team of horses that pulls riders of all ages. In addition, children can check out a dogsled

Riding Mountain Elk FestRICKvANDERvLIET

exhibition where they can expe-rience being pulled by a team of huskies.

After a full day’s activity, a pickerel fish fry in the evening is held at the cook shack behind the park’s visitors’ centre. In

the meantime, hockey enthusi-asts can join in a three-on-three hockey tournament for the kids on the surrounding ice surfaces.

For these and other events dur-ing the Elk Festival, visit www.friendsofridingmountain.com

Jules Chartrand honorary fisher puts the big lure down the hole to enticeManipogotocomeandbepartofthefestival.

WinterkitingatElkFestCourtesy of Friends of Riding Mountain National Park

Winter 2007/2008 2�

WheretostayBraeviewBed&Breakfast;(204)727-4594CasaMaley;1-877-727-2900Irma’sBed&Breakfast;(204)726-5149TheWhiteHouse;1-888-944-8347victoriaInn;1-800-852-2710

RIDING MOUNTAIN and DAUPHINDec 1 Christmas at the Fort; FortDauphin Museum;(204)638-6630Dec 17 – 21 Christmas Bird Count, Riding MountainNationalParkJan 19 Dauphin Fish Wildlife Association Awards Night, 11thAveHall, (204)638-6735Feb 9 – 10 SnoCross Racing, DMCCFairGrounds; (204)648-4329Mar 15 The Original Dauphin Lake Ice Fishing Contest; (204)638-0608Mar 16 Intermountain Sport Fishing Enhancement Kids Ice Fishing Derby, DauphinLake, (204)638-3658

WheretostayElkhornElkhorn Resort, Riding MountainNationalPark;1-800-ELKHORN

DauphinSirEdgarHouseBed&Breakfast;(204)638-2852Super8Motel;1-800-800-8000BoulevardHotel;(204)638-4410Tower’sHotel;(204)638-4321

Brandon’sKeystoneCentre

LAKE MANITOBA NARROWSMar 1 Ice Fishing Derby; (204)768-3253

ST. LAURENTMar (TBA) Manipogo Festival; (204)646-2392

WINNIPEGOSISDec 14 Skate with Santa; (204)656-4791Mar 15 – 16 Winnipegosis Winterfest; (204)656-4791

IcefishingattheManapogoFestival

�0 Let it SnoW

SELKIRK and STONY MOUNTAINDec 1 – 2 East Selkirk, Advent Carol Concert; St.PeterDynevorOldStoneChurch; (204)482-3319Dec 1 – 31 Members Show & Sale Exhibit, Selkirk CommunityArtCentre;(204)482-4359Dec 15 First Blood Snowboard Competition, StonyMountainSkiArea; (204)344-5977Mar 15 & 16 Springfest, StonyMountainSkiArea; (204)344-5977Mar 16 Second Helping Snowboard Competition,StonyMountainSki Area;(204)344-5977

WheretostayBridgeviewBed&Breakfast;1-866-572-7309CloverdaleBed&Breakfast;(204)482-4853CoxBed&Breakfast;(204)757-2324EvergreenGateBed&Breakfast;(204)482-6248FidlerHouseBed&Breakfast;(204)482-5547SelkirkInn&ConferenceCentre;(204)482-7722StonyMountainMotorInn;(204)344-5511

STONEWALLDec 1 Christmas Luncheon, Bake & Craft Sale, OddFellowsHall;(204)467-5469Dec 1 – 2 Santa Trains Excursions, and Breakfast with Santa Trains (PrairieDogCentral);(204)832-5259or Ticketmaster(204)253-2787Dec 7 Stonewall Parade of Lights, 7p.m.;(204)467-5354Dec 7 Santa Claus Parade; (204)467-5924Jan 3 – 7 2008 Target Junior Women’s Curling, StonewallCurlingClubJan 5 – 7 Stonewall Winter Carnival, QuarryPark;(204)467-4774

WheretostayMorningGloryBed&Breakfast;(204)467-5996RockwoodMotorInn;(204)467-2354

Interlake Region

OAK HAMMOCK MARSHFor all Oak Hammock events call: (204) 467-3300

Dec 9 Tree Trimming Party Dec 13 Astronomy Night (winter constellationsandmeteorshower)Dec 15 Christmas Bird CountDec 26 Marshland WonderlandFeb 2 World Wetland Day & groundhog DayFeb 3 groundhog Snow golf Tournament Feb 14 Candlelight and StarsFeb 23 – 24 Voyageur WeekendMar 8 – 9 Outdoor Adventure WeekendMar 20 Astronomy Night(spring constellations)Mar 21 – 24 Easter Weekend CelebrationsMar 23 Snowbird Beach DaysMar 31 – Apr 4 Wild, Weird and Wonderland

GullHarbourArea

Winter 2007/2008 ��

LOCKPORTJan 26 – 27 Lockport Children’s Winter Festival, LockportFloodway;(204)757-2222

GIMLI Jan 23 – 27 Manitoba Scott Tournament of Hearts, GimliCurlingClub;(204)642-9062

WheretostayAlways Summer Bed & Breakfast;(204)642-7013GimliHotel;(204)642-5270LakeviewResort;(204)642-8565Misty Lake Lodge & ConventionCentre;(204)642-8407vikingInn;(204)642-5168

FISHER BRANCHFeb (TBA) Fisher Branch Winter Carnival; (204)372-6618

CampMorton

MAPS CoURTESy oF MANIToBA CoNSERVATIoN

�2 Let it SnoW

Red River Region

WINNIPEGDec 1 – 2 Festival of Trees and Lights, Assinboine ParkConservatory;(204)837-4324Dec 1 – Jan 6 Assinboine Valley Railway Christmas Light Run, 3001RoblinBlvd.,near AssinboinePark;6:30to9p.m.;No reservationsrequired;(204)837-1305Dec 1 – Jan 6 Canad Inns Winter Wonderland, RedRiverExhibitionPark; (204)989-3456Dec 8 – Jan 6 Fire and Ice Show, AssiniboinePark Conservatory;(204)986-4732Jan 1 Lieutenant governor’s New Year Levee, LegislativeBuilding; (204)945-2752

Jan 11 – 13 MCA Women’s Curling BonspielJan 11 – 13 Western Kitchen and Bath Show, WinnipegConventionCentreJan 17 – 23 MCA Men’s Curling BonspielJan 25 – 27 Junior Speedskating ChampionshipsJan 25 – 27 Riverpond Classic Shinny Hockey TournamentFeb 9 – 10 golf Expo CanadaFeb 15 – 24 Festival du Voyageur, Western Canada’slargestwinterfestival, voyageurPark;(204)237-7692Feb 21 – 24 Mid Canada Boat Show Feb 28 – Mar 2 RV ShowMar 8 – 16 2008 Tim Hortons Brier, curling championship,MTSCentre

Winter 2007/2008 ��

April 3 – 6 Home Expressions Show, WinnipegConventionCentre

The ForksDec 7 Royal Dance at The Forks,7p.m.Dec 8 Santa Breakfast at The Forks,10a.m. (tobeconfirmed)Dec TBD Santa Pictures at The Forks. Bringyourcameraandtakeyourfree picturewithSanta;Friday5to8p.m. SaturdayandSunday12to4p.m.Dec 8 – 22 Christmas Festival at The Forks; Hours:MondaytoSaturday9:30a.m. to9p.m.;Sunday9:30a.m.to6:30p.m.Dec 8 – 22 Christmas Crafts for Kids at The Forks; SaturdaysandSundays1to4p.m. PresentedbyMichaelsArtsandCrafts.Dec 14 & 15 Live Nativity Pageant at The Forks; Friday(Dec14)from5to9p.m.and Saturday(Dec15)from4to8p.m.Dec 21 Arctic glacier Winter Park launches at The Forks –fortheofficial celebrationofwinter.Skateon1.2kms oftrails,shooshdownthetoboggan chuteorleapofftheprofessionally designedsnowboardhill.Skaterentals areavailable. Dec 31 Scotiabank Family New Year’s Eve at The Forks; familyactivitiesbeginat 3p.m.Feb 1 – 3 Iron Man Curling Bonspiel, ACuRivertrail,TheForksFeb 3 Ice Bike Race,ACuRivertrail, TheForksMar 1 National Screen Institute Snowscreen, TheForks

Royal Winnipeg BalletDec 21– 30 Nutcracker Ticketsatwww.ticketmaster.caor (204)253-2787

Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra Dec 7 & 8 Bach’s Christmas OratorioDec 9 “The Snowman” by Howard BlakeDec 14 – 16 Holiday Express with Steve Bell Ticketsatwww.wso.mb.caor (204)949-3999Jan 1 Salute to Vienna. Ticketsavailableat Ticketmasterat(204)780-3333or www.ticketmaster.ca

Centennial Concert HallEventsDec 1Shevchenko’s “Kateryna” ukrainian Cossack Folk-Opera Ballet. Tickets available at Ticketmaster at (204) 780-3333 or www.ticketmaster.ca

Dec 2 Historia Presented By SPK Iskry with Sokol Folk Ensemble. Tickets available at Ticketmaster (204) 780-3333 or www.ticketmaster.ca

WinterParkProgramsatTheForksJan 13 – Mar 2, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. (weather permitting)Teepee storytelling and art, horse drawn wagon rides,snow scuplting classes, snowboard instruction, skatingandmore.• Great-WestLifeSnowSculptingWorkshops Learnaboutsnowsculptingandcreateyourown

workofart.Snowblocksandchild-friendlycarvingtoolsareprovided.Eachparticipantisinvitedtotakehisorhercreationhome.

• InvestorsGroupTeepeeStoryTellingandArtProgram

Twotraditionalteepeesaresetupwithabeautifulviewoftheriver.GatheraroundandlearnaboutthehistoryoftheteepeeintheAboriginalcommunityandputyourknowledgeintoactionasyoubuildyourownteepeetotakehome.

• HorseDrawnWagonRides HoponthewagoninfrontofTheForksMarketand

enjoythefestivelightsasyoutakeatriparoundTheForkstheold-fashionedway.HorsedrawnwagonridesruneverySunday.

HockeyatTheForksCourtesy The Forks

�� Let it SnoW

WinterFunatFortWhyte

Dec 2 Father Christmas in the Forest, 12 to 3 p.m. Join Old St. Nick in

the Fort Whyte forest and have yourphototakenwithhim.

Dec 9 The gingerbread Trail, 2 to 3 p.m. Build and decorate your own ginger-breadforest.Pre-registerat

(204)989-8364.Dec 15 Breakfast with Santa, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.Dec 16 Don’t stew about it, take a hike, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. EnjoyabowlofBison

Ragout at the café, then take a hikedepartingat2p.m.

Dec 23 Festive Kids’ Craft, 1 to 3 p.m.Dec 26 Horse drawn Sleigh Rides & Kids

Craft, beginning at 12 p.m; activitiesfree with regular admission, exceptsleighrides$4perperson.

Dec 27 Family Craft, rolled beeswax candles, beginning at 12 p.m; activities freewithregularadmission.

Dec 28 Inuit games, beginning at 12 p.m; activitiesfreewithregularadmission.

Dec 30 Kids’ Craft, New Year party hats and favours, beginning at 12 p.m;

activitiesfreewithregularadmission.Jan 6 Family Winter Fun Days, 1 to 3 p.m;

freewithregularadmission.Jan 13 Kids’ Craft, 1 to 3 p.m., and horse

drawn sleigh rides beginning at noon.

Jan 20 Live on the Wild Side, a workshop to learn the basics of winter survival, 1 to 3 p.m. Horse drawn sleigh rides beginning at noon.

Jan 27 Movie & popcorn, “Beavers”, a filmthatfollowsafamilyofbeaversastheygrow, play and transform. Showtimes1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Free with regularadmission.

Feb 3 Scavenger Hunt on Snowshoes, 1 to 2 p.m. Freewithregularadmission.Feb 10 Quinze Building Workshop, 12 to 3 p.m. Freewithregularadmission.Feb 14 You and Your Sweetheart Night, 6 to 10 p.m. Outdoor activities and ice

skating,aswellasdinnerandlivemusicattheBuffaloStoneCafé.Members$89percouple;non-members$99percouple.

Feb 16 gPS and Compass Navigation, 7 to 9 p.m. at Fort Whyte Alive

Interpretive Centre. Hosted by PaddleCanadainstructors.FreeformembersofPaddleManitobaandFortWhyteAlive.Non-memberssuggesteddonation$4.

Feb 17 Trappers’ Festival, 12 to 3 p.m. Funcompetition of outdoors skills, includ-ing tea boiling, hatchet throwing andsnowshoe races. Participate as a teamorindividual.

Feb 24 Hypothermic Half Marathon.

For more information about activities and fees, go to www.fortwhyte.org

WinteratFortWhyte

Courtesy of Fort whyte & Garry Frankel

TopoftheRichardsonruntobogganslide

Courtesy of Fort whyte & Travel Manitoba

Winter 2007/2008 ��

WinnipegSkatingPonds

AssiniboineParkDuckPondKildonanParkDuckPondHarbourviewRecreationComplexSt.vitalDuckPond

WinnipegAreaCrossCountrySkiTrailsAssiniboineParkBirdsHillProvincialParkHarbourviewKildonanParkLaBarriereParkSt.vitalParkWindsorPark

Courtesy of The Forks Courtesy of Travel Manitoba

�� Let it SnoW

Wheretostay (Winnipeg Bed & Breakfasts)AlmostHomeBed&Breakfast;(204)663-4292BannerBed&Breakfast;(204)256-8721BeechmountBed&Breakfast;(204)775-1144ElevenLinacreRoadBed&Breakfast;(204)269-4639LaHacienda;(204)297-7480MaisonGrosvenorBed&Breakfast;(204)475-9630RiverGateInn;1-866-397-3345TheColumnsBed&Breakfast;(204)470-4803WestGateManor;(204)772-9788

LA SALLEJan 2 – 6 Men’s Curling Bonspiel; contactKenuruski(204)736-4232Jan 16 – 20 Ladies’ Curling Bonspiel; contactTrindaKostal(204)736-9204Mar 6 – 9 Mixed Curling Bonspiel; contactGaryvanDenBussche (204)736-4881TBA Juniors Curling Bonspiel

GRANDVIEWJan 20 Winter Family DayMar 15 Winter Carnival

PORTAGE LA PRAIRIEThru’ to Feb. 2008 MJHL Portage Terrier Hockey; www.portageterriers.comNov 16 – Jan 6 Manitoba Hydro Power Smart Island of Lights Drive Through Displays; (204)239-8334Dec 4-22 Portage & District Arts Centre Student & Members Art Show; (204)239-6029Dec 7 Jingle Bell Breakfast; (204)239-4848Dec 7 Santa’s Parade of Lights; (204)857-7778Dec 13 Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra in Concert, WilliamGlesbyCentre;(204)239-6029Jan 18 – 20 & Northern Lifestyles & Winter Jan 25 – 27 Survival Workshops; (204)857-8637or1-866-770-5372Jan 26 Robin Chestnut and Azucar Cubana Dance Troupe, WilliamGlesbyCentre;(204)239-4848

Feb 8 – 10 Simplot Western Canadian Pond Hockey Championship; (204)239-8326Feb 9 Winterfest, Island Park; (204)239-8321Feb 16 Johnny Cajun Band, WilliamGlesbyCentre;(204)239-4848Mar 1 The Dust Poets, WilliamGlesbyCentre;(204)239-4848Mar 15 Spring Craft Sale & Flea Market, HermanPrior55+Centre; (204)857-6951

WheretostayCanadInnsPortagelaPrairie;1-888-332-2623DaysInn;1-800-239-7466Hi-WayMotel;(204)857-8771MidtownMotorInn;(204)857-6881SunsetMotel;(204)857-7031Super8;1-800-800-8000WestgateInnMotel;(204)239-5200YellowQuillMotel;1-800-239-7255

ALTONA, MORDEN, WINKLERNov 24 Santa Arrives, SouthlandMall,Winkler; contact(204)325-9074Dec 2 Skate with Santa, MordenRecreationCentre, 12:15to3p.m;(204)822-6992.Dec 2 Singing for Supper, concertbyTomJackson, MordenAllianceChurchat7p.m. Tickets$15;contactKathyMenzies (204)822-3193.Dec 4 Friendship Centre Christmas Banquet, MordenFriendshipCentre; (204)822-3555.Dec 4 – 22 Pembina Hills Artists’ Christmas Show, Morden

Winter 2007/2008 �7

Dec 10 – 12 Chahl Prospects game, WinklerArena;contactWinklerFlyers; (204)325-9411Dec 31 Friends of Dance, NewYear’sEvedance, MordenRecreationCentre; contactElmerEvenson (204)822-3676.Jan 20 Public skating, MordenRecreationCentre, 12:15to3p.m;(204)822-6992Feb2 AltonaWinterCarnival; (204)324-9005Feb 3 Public skating,MordenRecreation Centre,12:15to3p.m.Feb 7 – 9 CBC’s Hockey Day in Canada, Winkler;contactDebPenner, (204)325-5600Mar 9 Public skating,MordenRecreation Centre,12:15to3p.m.Mar 15 & 16 Morden’s Annual Toy Show, MordenRecreationCentre,10a.m.to 5p.m;contactD.Bookerat dbooker@mts.net

LA RIVIEREFeb 2 La Riviere Poker Derby (204)242-2588

ST. CLAUDEJan 19 Snowmobile Poker Derby (204)379-2636

ST. PIERRE-JOLYSDec 2 galerie Riviere-aux-Rats Open House; (204)433-7758

Courtesy of Travel Manitoba

Julian GorchynskiCottage Country Rep.Free Estimates of Value

255B Main Street Selkirk, Manitoba R1A 1S1Local Ph/Fax 204-754-3400 Toll Free: 1-888-632-8221

www.century21jefferson.com

GreatFood...Good Times!

The Idle ThymeRestaurant

LicensedTraverse Bay Corner / Hwys 59 & 11Catering & Special Events Snowmobilers Welcome 756-6535

Grand Beach & Area Development Corp. www.grandbeachtourism.comGrandMaraisFamilyFestival7thAnnual Winter Carnival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . February8,9&10Forinfo:Bonnie-754-3240

Escape to... The Eastern BeachesGift Shop

Decorative Home & Cottage AccentsUnique & Ever Changing Gift Ideas

Traverse Bay Corner Hwy 59 & 11 Phone: 756-3555

Hours Sun - Friday 12 - 5 and Sat 10 - 5

Schneider's Septic Service

40084 Road 104 northGrand Marais, MB

(204)754-2361Year Round service

Julian GorchynskiCottage Country Rep.Free Estimates of Value

255B Main Street Selkirk, Manitoba R1A 1S1Local Ph/Fax 204-754-3400 Toll Free: 1-888-632-8221

www.century21jefferson.com

GreatFood...Good Times!

The Idle ThymeRestaurant

LicensedTraverse Bay Corner / Hwys 59 & 11Catering & Special Events Snowmobilers Welcome 756-6535

Grand Beach & Area Development Corp. www.grandbeachtourism.comGrandMaraisFamilyFestival7thAnnual Winter Carnival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . February8,9&10Forinfo:Bonnie-754-3240

Escape to... The Eastern BeachesGift Shop

Decorative Home & Cottage AccentsUnique & Ever Changing Gift Ideas

Traverse Bay Corner Hwy 59 & 11 Phone: 756-3555

Hours Sun - Friday 12 - 5 and Sat 10 - 5

Schneider's Septic Service

40084 Road 104 northGrand Marais, MB

(204)754-2361Year Round service

�0 Let it SnoW

BEAUSEJOURDec 6 ESS Orchestra; contactJoyce,(204)268-2423Dec 31 New Years Eve,BrokenheadRiver RecreationComplex; contactvern,(204)635-2217Jan 10 – 13 Men’s Curling Bonspiel; contactBrianBangert,(204)268-3883Jan 12 Malanka,BrokenheadRiverRecreation Complex;contactStan,(204)268-1188Jan 19 – 20 Bantam/Bison Curling Challenge (13&under,16&under); contactLisa,(204)265-3436Jan 20 Frost Feast-BrokenheadRiver RecreationComplex:contactIrma, (204)268-3526Jan 30 The 27th Annual Agricultural Conference-BrokenheadRiver RecreationComplexFeb 8 – 10 Women’s Bonspiel; contactLucyWutke,(204)268-3571Feb 9 Brokenhead River game and Fish Awards Banquet;contactJim, (204)268-4562Feb 18 Winter Festival attheSunGroCentreFeb 22 & 23 Spring Craft show and trade sale, BrokenheadRiverRecreationComplexFeb 25 Carnival Queen Pageant; contactLouis,(204)268-4076Mar 1 & 2 CPTC Snowmobile races and cabarets; (204)268-2049Mar 11 – 12 Farmers’ Bonspiel; contactCarlBangert,(204)268-4294.Mar 28-30 Mixed Bonspiel, (minimum1opposite gender):contactGary,(204)265-3191.April 10 ESS Orchestra, BrokenheadRiver RecreationComplexApril 11, 12 & 13 Home and Leisure Show, SunGroCentre

WheretostayBeausejourHotel;(204)268-2495BeausejourSuperiorInn&ConferenceCentre;(204)268-9050GetawaysRomanticRetreat;1-877-347-2929oremail:getawaysmb@mts.net

EASTERN BEACHESGrand MaraisCurling at grand Marais Recreational Centre; contact Chris (204) 754-3058Dec 13 – 16 50th Anniversary Bonspiel Jan 5 – 6 Sand Bar Modified Mixed Bonspiel Jan 11 – 13 Harvey Lacroix Men’s Cashspiel Feb 1 – 3 grand Marais/Victoria Beach Ladies District Cashspiel Feb 9 – 10 grand Marais Family Festival Funspiel Feb 22 – 24 Manitoba Open Stick Curling Championship Feb 29 – Mar 2 Ice Breaker Mixed Cashspiel Feb 8, 9 & 10 grand Marais Winter Family Festival; contactBonnie,(204)754-3240Mar 15 grand Marais Big Swampy Ice Fishing Derby;contactJean,(204)754-3989

Eastern Region

Winter 2007/2008 ��

Victoria BeachJan 25, 26 & 27 Birchwood Motor Hotel Mixed Bonspiel, victoriaBeachSportsClub; contactKaren,(204)756-2596Feb 15, 16 & 17 Victoria Beach Men’s Bonspiel, victoriaBeachSportsClubFeb 23 Victoria Beach Angel Classic Womens Fishing Derby; contactAngelKraft, (204)756-6426Date TBA Victoria Beach Family Bonspiel, victoriaBeachSportsClubDate TBA Victoria Beach Snowdrifters Annual Poker Derby: contactJeanPaul Guenette,(204)256-9550

Grand BeachDate TBA grand Beach North Star Hill Climbers; contactEricRecksiedler,(204)754-2317.

PINE FALLS & ST. GEORGESJan19 Peewee All-Star game, Pine Falls Arena; contactNatOsis,(204)367-9519Jan 20 Midget All-Star game , PineFalls Arena;contactJ.LPapineau, (204)367-8570Jan 26 &2 7 Initiator Tournament,PineFallsArena; contactSeanKemball,(204)367-4957Feb 1 – 3 Men’s Bonspiel, PineFallsCurling Club;contactBillLavallee, (204)367-8769Feb 8 – 10 Ladies’ Bonspiel,PineFallsCurling Club;contactClaudetteMcLeod, (204)367-8512Feb 8 – 10 Voyageurs “Old Timers” Hockey Tournament; contactRaymond Houston,(204)367-8533Feb 15 –17 St. georges, Winter Festival; (204)367-9970

victoriaBeachBev Underhill

�2 Let it SnoW

noRTheRn RenTals1911 Dubreuil st.swan River, MB1-888-266-8889(204)734-5800

noRThlanD leisuRe pRoDuCTs lTD

17th st. & settee ave.The pas, MB

1-888-667-4842(204)623-3504

www.northlandleisureproducts.com

ReD RiveR YaMaha8184 henderson hwy. north

selkirk, MB(204)757-9444

Winter 2007/2008 ��

Feb 16 & 17 Novice Tournament,PineFallsArena; contactDebPhillips,(204)367-9040Feb 29 – Mar 2 RCMP Memorial Hockey Tournament; contactDougAshton,(204)Mar 7 – 9 Bantam girls “C” Provincials; contactRuthBarkhouse,(204)367-9232Date TBA Pine Falls Winterfest

WheretostayBearCountryCottages,Belair;(204)756-6666BirchwoodMotorHotel,TraverseBay;(204)756-2596GrandSandsHotel,GrandMarais;(204)754-2900InnAmongtheOaksBed&Breakfast,GrandMarais;(204)754-8109ManitouLodge,PineFalls;(204)367-2252PapertownMotorInn,Powerview;(204)367-2261

LAC DU BONNETNov 23 Christmas Tree Lighting, Lacdu BonnetCommunityCentre,7p.m.Mar 8 Lac du Bonnet Ice Fishing Derby; RecreationOffice,(204)345-8816

WheretostayTangleRidgeCabins;(204)345-4855oremail:trcabins@mts.net

WHITESHELL PROVINCIAL PARKThelakes,woodsandtrailsoftheWhiteshellofferallkindsof winter activities such as cross-country skiing, snow-shoeing,hiking,snowmobiling(over200kmoftrails),ice-fishinganddownhill skiingandsnowboardingatFalconRidgeSkiArea,attheeastendofFalconLake.HorsebackridingandsleighridesarealsoavailableatFalconBeachRiding Stable and Guest Ranch. Winter recreation mapsareavailablefromtheparkofficesoratwww.manitobaparks.com.

Dec 15 Opening Day Falcon Ridge Ski and Recreation Area(weatherpermitting); contact(204)349-8935toconfirm.Dec 16 Biathlon Cup Race #1, FalconRidge SkiandRecreationAreaJan 20 Biathlon Cup Race #2, FalconRidgeSki andRecreationAreaFeb 8 – 10 Beaver Days Festival,FalconLakeFeb 9 Beaver Days Snowmobile Poker DerbyFeb 9 &10 Beaver Days Sponge Hockey, WhiteshellCommunityClubFeb (3rdweekend) Whiteshell Volunteer Fire Dept. Snowmobile Poker DerbyFeb 16 Biathlon Cup Race #3,FalconRidge SkiandRecreationAreaFeb 23 2nd annual Hot Dog (80s) Day, FalconRidgeSkiandRecreationAreaFeb 22 – 24 Ladies’ Curling Bonspiel, WhiteshellCommunityClub; contactRoyArndt,(204)349-8379.Feb (TBA) Rennie Winter CarnivalMar 1 & 2 Biathlon Manitoba Provincial Championships Mar 14 – 16 Men’s Curling Bonspiel, WhiteshellCommunityClub; contactRoyArndt,(204)349-8379.

Mar 16 Puddle Run and closing day (weatherpermitting),FalconRidgeSki andRecreationAreaSHOAL LAKE, OAKBURN

Dec 7 Santa Day, Shoal Lake; (204)759-2733Jan 22 – 27 Men’s & Ladies’ Curling Bonspiel, ShoalLakeCommuniplex; (204)759-3122Feb 9 & 10 Thunder and Ice Festival: snowmobilepokerderbyatOakburn; icefishingderbyandsnowmobileraces onShoalLake;(204)759-2040or www.shoallake.ca/Thunder_Ice

SnowmobilingatLacduBonnet

�� Let it SnoW

Beaver Days in The WhiteshellRICKvANDERvLIET

A mid-winter break is the time to rejuvenate when the temperatures are barely

climbing above the minus teens. For a fun-filled weekend and a chance for the whole family to chill out, take a drive to Falcon Lake for the 34th annual Beaver Days Festival, taking place Feb. 8 -10.

The frosty fest invites locals and visitors to take part in a weekend of winter activities

To slake your thirst, the beer gardens are open both Friday and Saturday nights to enjoy the brew of your choice and the adults can take part in a casino night at the Whiteshell Community Club on

Friday night. Kids can go upstairs at the centre to watch movies geared toward the young. There are kids games on Friday with hot-dogs provided for those appetites whetted in the cold fresh air.

Saturday and Sunday morning you can start the day with a pan-cake breakfast; and on Saturday night have dinner with live family entertainment. A snow machine poker derby on Saturday will take participants through the scenic Whiteshell Provincial Park.

On Sunday the action starts at the Falcon Ridge Ski Hill where kids and adults alike can be pulled by horse on their skis and snow-boards. There is also a sponge hockey tournament at the com-munity club rink, and family skat-ing at the hockey rink on Sunday afternoon. Then warm up with the chili cook off that rounds out the day.

Kids can also take part in a poster contest, representing the Beaver Days theme, that will be judged on Sunday.

For more information contact Evelyn Proceviat at (204) 349-2607 or email: 11skidoo@mts.net.

Family hockey, Falcon Ridge Ski &RecreationAreaandawoodcarvingdemonstration.

Winter 2007/2008 ��

WheretostayBarrierBayResort;(204)348-7755;www.barrierbay.comBetulaLakeResort;(204)348-2964;www.whiteshell.mb.ca/betulaBigBuffaloResort;(204)349-2259;www.whiteshell.mb.ca/bigbuffaloBigWhiteshellLodge;1-866-892-2929;www.bigwhiteshelllodge.comBreretonLakeResort;(204)369-5352;www.whiteshell.mb.ca/breretonCaddyLakeResort;(204)349-2596;www.whiteshell.mb.ca/caddylakeCrescentBeachCottages&Motel;(204)349-2214;www.whiteshell.mb.ca/cbcEagleNestResort;(204)884-2301;www.eaglenest.mb.caFalconBeachRanch;(204)349-2410;www.falconbeachranch.comFalconLakeHotel;(204)349-8400;wwwfalcon-resort.mb.caFalconTrailsResort;(204)349-8273;www.falcontrails.mb.caInvernessFallsResort;1-877-467-0832;www.invernessfalls.mb.caJessicaLakeResort;1-866-635-9555;www.jessicalake.comKeystoneResort;(204)349-2250;www.keystoneresort.mb.caNutimikLodge;(204)348-7652;www.nutimik.mb.caOtterFallsResort;(204)348-7216;www.otterfallsresort.comPinewoodLodge;(204)348-7549;www.mypinewood.comRiverviewLodge;(204)348-7607;www.riverviewlodge.caTallPinesLodge;(204)349-2209;www.tallpineslodges.comWestHawkLakeResort;(204)349-2244;www.whiteshell.mb.ca/westhawkWhiteLakeResort;(204)348-7627;www.granite.mb.ca/wlr

PINAWA, SEVEN SISTERS, WHITEMOUTHNov 30 Eastern Manitoba Concert Association ROMANZA Christmas Show, PinawaCommunityCentre; (204)753-2767or1-800-806-0412Dec 1 Pinawa Winter Town Market PinawaCommunityCentre, 10a.m.to3p.m.(204)753-5174Dec 9 Seven Sisters & River Hills Combined Christmas Potluck & Program; contactRay,(204)348-2879Dec 13 Pinawa Christmas Concert, PinawaCommunityCentre; (204)753-2406Dec 24 Santa Claus visits Pinawa,Pinawa Firefighters.Checklocalpaperfor route.Jan 27 Whiteshell Cross-country Ski Loppet, PinawaGolfClub;TimeTBA. ContactDonEwing,(204)753-2577Feb 1 – 3 Ladies’ Bonspiel, WhitemouthCurling Club;contactSandra,(204)348-7758Feb 21 – 24 Mixed Bonspiel,SevenSistersCurling Club;contactChirs,(204)348-7735Feb 29 – Mar 2 Mixed Bonspiel, WhitemouthCurling Club;contactSandra,(204)348-7758Feb 29 Eastern Manitoba Concert Association presents Harry Manx, PinawaCommunityCentre,8p.m. (204)753-2767or1-800-806-0412Mar 14 Eastern Manitoba Concert presents Montreal guitar Trio,Pinawa CommunityCentre,8p.m. (204)753-2767or1-800-806-0412Mar 28 Junior Bonspiel,WhitemouthCurling Club;contactDon,(204)348-2818Apr 17 Eastern Manitoba Concert Association presents Valdy and gary Fjellgaard,PinawaCommunity Centre,8p.m.(204)753-2767or 1-800-806-0412Apr 20 Manitoba Community Bands Spring Tune-up Concert,PinawaCommunity Centre,2p.m.ContactBarb, (204)753-2406

Courtesy of Travel Manitoba

�� Let it SnoW

West Hawk Lake 1-866-349-2209www.tallpinelodges.com

West Hawk Lake 1-204-349-2244www.whiteshell.mb.ca/westhawk

Dorothy Lake 1-866-795-6343www.mypinewood.com

Breteton Lake 1-204-369-5352www.whiteshell.mb.ca/breretonWest Hawk Lake 1-877-349-2250

www.keystoneresort.mb.ca

Big Whiteshell Lake 1-866-892-2929www.bigwhiteshelllodge.com

Exclusively Couples

Winter 2007/2008 �7

Nutimik Lake 1-204-348-7652www.nutimik.mb.ca

1-877-467-0832www.invernessfallsresort.com

Margaret Lake 1-866-895-3045www.otterfallsresort.com

Experience Winter's Fun Right from your Door

1-204-349-8400www.falcon-resort.mb.ca

Here are some of the many snow-mobile and ski trails. , taken from the Whiteshell Provincial Park Winter Adventures Map.www.gov.mb.ca/conservation/parks/popular_parks/whiteshell/

�8 Let it SnoW

THUNDER BAYDec 3 The Rankin Sisters, A Maritime Christmas,ThunderBay CommunityAuditoriumDec 6 Old Fashioned Family Skating Party, TerraceBayMemorialArenaDec 7 – 8 Fort William Curling Club Mixed Spiel, FortWilliamCurlingClubDec 8 CLE Christmas Craft Show, CanadianLakeheadExhibitionDec 9 Winter Concert, St.Paul’sunitedChurchJan 31 – Feb 3 Superbowl Curling Bonspiel, PortArthurCurlingClubFeb 8 – 10 Bearskin Airlines Hope Classic Charity Curling Bonspiel, FortWilliamCurlingClub

Mar 1 Sibley Ski Tour 2008,SleepingGiant Parkvisitor’sCentreMar 13 – 16 Downtown Volkswagen Brier Open Bonspiel,FortWilliamCurlingClub

WheretostaySleepingGiantBed&Breakfast;(807)475-3105Super8;(807)344-2612Travelodge;(807)345-2343

RED LAKEJan (TBA) Red Lake gold Rush Sled Dog Race; (807)727-2135Feb (TBA) Red Lake Trappers’ Festival; (807)727-3275Mar (TBA) Red Lake SnoCross Races; (807)727-3275Mar (TBA) Ear Falls’ Winterfest; (807)222-3716

SIOUX LOOKOUTJan 18 & 19 Winter Festival;(807)737-1937Feb 29, Mar 1&2 Pond Hockey Tournament; (807)737-3227Mar 8 – 15 Northern Band Hockey Tournament; contactMargaretKenequansh, (807)737-2662

NESTOR FALLSFeb 29, Mar 1 & 2 Nestor Falls Winter Carnival.

KENORA and LAKE OF THE WOODSNov 29 Festival of Trees Seniors Evening, LOTWMuseumNov 30 Festival of Trees gala LOTWMuseumNov 30 – Dec 1 AA Peewee & Atom Hockey Tourney, Keewatin/Kenoraarenas

Northwest Ontario

SNOW - SKATE - WAKEDUSTIN SHORE & MARK THOMPSON329 2nd Street South Kenora, Ontario P9N 1G3 Tel: (807) 468-3211 Email: boardanyone@kmts.ca

www.myspace.com/boardanyone

SILK SATIN & LACEB R A S • S L E E P W E A R • L I N G E R I E

SUE LOVELLOWNER

Phone 807-468-6116 • Fax 807-468-4515email: silksatin&lace@gokenora.com

100 MAIN STREET SOUTH, KENORA, ONTARIO P9N 1S9

Winter 2007/2008 ��

Dec 1 Festival of Trees Family Day, LOTWMuseumDec 1 Kinsmen Santa Claus Parade, downtownKenora,5p.m.Dec 7 CPR Train of Lights, CPRTracks,4:45p.m.www.cpr.caDec 10 Winter Window CompetitionDec 10 Lake of the Woods Museum Open House,LOTWMuseumDec 15 Manitoba Cross Country Provincial Sprint Championships, Mt.EvergreenSkiClub; www.skikenora.comDec 24 Festival of Lights, LakeoftheWoodsCemeteryDecember Christmas tree hunts, BeaverCreekRanch,Sat.2:30to4p.m; Sun.10a.m.to4p.m.Jan 1 thru Destination Kenora Ice FishingMar 31 Challenge; contactTracy, (807)466-3558orwww.timanco.caJan 1-5 Day camps (for ages 7-15), BeaverCreekRanch,8a.m.to5p.m.Jan 5 – Feb 23 Ranch camp (for ages 7-15), BeaverCreekRanch,Saturdays10a.m. to2p.m.

Jan 5 Kenora Nordic Trails Association presents Banff Mountain Film Festival, St.ThomasAquinasSchool.Jan 11 Lake of the Woods Concert Series presents Janice Findlay atKnoxChurch

FestivalofTreesinKenoraCourtesy of Tourism Kenora

�0 Let it SnoW

Winter 2007/2008 ��

Winter in KenoraRICKvANDERvLIET

Winter in Kenora does not mean being con-fined to your house

or cottage. Festivals and activities abound to get you out and about to appreciate Lake of the Woods country during the off season.

The Lake of the Woods Museum will hold the annual festival of trees family day on Saturday, Dec. 1, when kids and adults alike can enjoy the Christmas trees, wreaths and gingerbread houses created and donated by local groups and individuals. These will be auc-tioned off the night before with the

proceeds going to the Lake of the Woods Community Foundation.

Later that evening, starting at 5:30 the Kinsmen Santa Claus parade winds its way through downtown Kenora, in a procession of colourful floats and sparkling lights that lift everyone into the Christmas spirit.

In a holiday-inspired tradition, downtown merchants will vie for the best-dressed window depict-ing a historical or traditional Christmas theme in a winter win-dow competition.

Those spending Christmas at the cottage can also take in the Festival of Lights at the Lake of the Woods cemetery on Christmas Eve. More than 2000 ice candles are placed on gravesites by friends and families in a celebration of Christmas and in memory of those who have passed on. People from far and wide come to take in this beautiful, spiritual winter event.

Mid December also marks the beginning of ski season, and

Mount Evergreen ski club opens its doors for the downhill and cross-country ski trails. On Dec.15, the club hosts the Manitoba Provincial sprint championships. The down-hill area now has a Learn to Ski park where novice skiers and rookie snowboarders can take les-sons and learn the basics before hitting the slopes.

In February, the annual Mardi Gras night will feature activities for the whole family including a ‘down-hill dummy race’ where people can take any sliding contraption they put together and ride it down the hill. Think of it as the bathtub race of the ski world. For exact dates and times of these and other activities visit www.skikenora.com.

In another Kenora winter tradi-tion, the Destination Kenora Ice Fishing Challenge will run from Jan. 1 to March 31. Anyone can participate in the fishing derby, and organizers at the Super 8 Motel or a fishing guide can enter your fish. There are prizes for every fish entered in the challenge, includ-ing free nights at the motel and coupons for restaurants. For more information on rules and regula-tions visit www.timanco.ca or con-tact Tracy at (807) 466-3558.

On March 16, the Keewatin Legion sponsors a family fish derby on Portage Bay. Kids of all ages can compete for prizes in the various categories of the derby. For more information about the fish-ing event call the legion at (807) 547-2597.

To avoid cabin fever and find out more about what’s happening in Kenora in the winter go to www.kenora.ca

Icefishingandcrosscountryskiingat

Mt.EvergreenSkiClub

Courtesy of Tourism Kenora

�2 Let it SnoW

Mar TBA Sioux Narrows & Nestor Falls Winter Carnival; contactMeghanBarr,(807)226-5293Mar 1 – Apr 19 Ranch camp (for ages 7-15), BeaverCreekRanch, Saturdays10a.m.–2p.m.Mar 6 Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestraat KnoxunitedChurchMar 7 – 8 Atom Hockey Tourney,ThistleRinkMar 10 – 14 March break camp(Ontario), BeaverCreekRanch,8a.m.to5p.m.Mar 14 – 16 Larry Bowen Ham n’ Egger Hockey Tourney, KeewatinArenaMar 16 Keewatin Legion Family Fish Derby onPortageBayinKeewatin; contactKeewatinLegion, (807)547-2597Mar 28 Kenora Figure Skating Club ShowMar 30 – 31 North American First Nations Old Timers hockey tournament; contact BuckMatiowski,(807)467-7039Mar 31 – Apr March break camp (Manitoba), BeaverCreekRanch,8a.m.to5p.m.

Jan 11 – 12 AA BantamHockey Tourney, Keewatin/KenoraarenasJan 25 – 27 Casey’s Hockey Tourney, Keewatin/KenoraarenasJan 25 – 27 Lake of the Woods Men’s Bonspiel at KenoraCurlingClub;contact GordSt.Denis,(807)468-7903Feb1 Peewee House League Hockey Tourney, ThistleRinkFeb 1 – 3 Northern Ontario Senior Men’s Curling PlaydownsatKenoraCurlingClub; contactBobHensrud,(807)468-7903Feb 8 Manitoba Theatre Centre presents At Ropes End, LakewoodSchool,8p.m.Feb 8 – 9 I.P. 2 Hockey Tourney, ThistleRinkFeb 8 – 10 Ladies 61st Annual Bonspiel, KenoraCurlingClubFeb 22 – 23 Midget Hockey Tourney, ThistleRinkFeb24 Frank Symonds Ski Skate Race, Mt.EvergreenSkiClub; www.skikenora.comFeb 29 – Mar 1 Bantam Hockey Tourney, Keewatin/Kenoraarenas

NorthlaNd leisure Products

17th st. eastthe Pas, MB

Ph: 204-632-35041-888-632-3504nlpltd@mts.net

Winter 2007/2008 ��

Apr 1 – 3 North American First Nations Old Timers hockey continues,ThistleRinkApr 3 – 6 North American First Nations Winterfest, ThistleRink;(807)467-4650Apr 4 – 6 North American First Nations Tournament of Champions; contactBuckMatiowski,(807)467-7039

DownhillslopeatMt.EvergreenSkiClubCourtesy of Tourism Kenora

bold beautiful paintings of cottage country by pippi johnson

• large site-specific murals• personalized greeting cards, and paintings of your view, cottage, interior or garden• gifts, weddings and presentations• classes and private coaching

www,pippijohnson.come-mail info@pippijohnson.comor Sunset Gallery, Kenora, Birchwood Gallery, winnipeg

AsessippiParkland asessippi.comBeachesRealty beachesrealty.comBearCountryCottages bearcountry-cottages.comBigWhiteshellLodge bigwhiteshelllodge.comBirchwoodMotorHotel grand.beach.mb.caBoardanyone myspace.com/boardanyoneBreretonLakeResort whiteshell.mb.ca/breretonChristmasTreeFarms realchristmastrees.mb.caCrossCountrySkiAssociationofManitoba ccski.mb.caElkhornResort elkhornresort.mb.caEnnsBrothersLtd. ennsbros.comFalconLakeHotel falcon-resort.mb.caFalconRidgeSkiArea falcontrails.mb.caFortWhyte fortwhyte.orgGrandBeachDevelopmentCorp. grand.beach.mb.caGordonTrailerSales&Rentals gordontrailersales.ca

HolidayMountain holidaymountain.comHonda honda.caIceBike&LiquidIceWinterTour icebiking.comIdleThymeRestaurant grand.beach.mb.caInnAmongtheOaks bedandbreakfast.mb.caInvernessFallsResort invernessfallsresort.comJessicaLakeLodge jessicalake.comKeystoneResort keystoneresort.mb.caKiteboardingManitoba kiteboardingmanitoba.comLakeoftheWoodsTourism lakeofthewoodsmn.comManitobaChildren’sMuseum childrensmuseum.comManitobaDogSleddingAssociation autobahn.mb.ca/~mdsa/home.htmlManitobaForestry gov.mb.ca/natresManitobaLodgeOwners&OutfittersAssociation mloa.comManitobaNaturalistsSociety mantiobanature.ca

ManitobaParks manitobaparks.caManitobaRoad&Highwayconditions highwayconditions.com/mb.htmMountEvergreenSki kenoraski.comNorthernRentals northernrentals.caNorthlandLeisureProducts northland.argoatv.comNutimikLodge nutimik.mb.caOtterFallsResort otterfallsresort.comPinewoodLodge mypinewood.comPippiJohnson pippijohnson.comPortagelaPrairie city.portage-la-prairie.mb.caPlumCreekGiftShop plumcreekgifts.caRene’sMarine winnipegwatersports.comRoyalWinnipegBallet RWB.orgSki-Doo ski-doo.comSledRentInc. sledrent.comSnoMuchFun snowmuchfun.comSnowmobilersofManitobaInc snoman.mb.caSouthBeachCasino southbeachcasino.caSpeedworld speedworld.caSpringhillWinterSportsPark springhillwinterpark.comStonyMountainSkiArea skistony.comSuper8Kenora,Ft.Frances,Morris timanco.caTallpineLodges tallpinelodges.comTheForks theforks.comTownofDauphin dauphin.caTownofGillam townofgillam.comTownofPinawa pinawa.comTownofWinnipegBeach winnipegbeach.caWestHawkLakeResort whiteshell.mb/westhawkWestmanWildernessClub(Brandon) westmanwildernessclub.caWestsideHonda westsidehonda.comWhiteshellProvincialParkwhiteshell.mb.caYamaha yamaha-motor.ca

winter.web.where-toCheck out these websites for more information about winter getaways, activities and services.

Don’t forget the www. prefix

�� Let it SnoW

Winter 2007/2008 ��

MoRDen MoToR spoRTs & MaRine

hwy #3 WestMorden, MB

1-888-723-7467(204) 822-6261

ReD lake MaRine

#22 hwy 105Red lake, on

1-877-727-9120(807) 727-2747

WesTsiDe honDahwy #9

selkirk, MB1-888-482-7782(204) 482-7782

sT. CRoix CYCle & MaRine

#105022 hwy #11pine Falls, MB

1-877-367-2219(204) 367-2219

avo MaRinesales & seRviCe

611 Ferry Rd.Winnipeg, MB

(204) 783-2343

TYnDall poWeR pRoDuCTs lTD.hwy 44 on #5

oak st.Tyndall, MB

(204) 268-3006

�� Let it SnoW