Events

Will Manitoba Merv see his shadow this year? Find out if we are expecting an early spring or if Manitoba still has 6 more weeks of winter ahead at sunrise today! February 2nd is also World Wetlands Day. This year, we are celebrating by offering a special viewing of the North American premiere of the documentary...

Explore the frozen Marsh with a guide! Explore the Marsh on snowshoes with our guide and experience the wetland by moonlight followed by a bonfire. Expect to be snowshoeing for approximately 60 minutes. Please consider using a sleigh if you are bringing little snowshoers. Maximum number of people is 12 for this activity. Snowshoes are...

Enjoy a family brunch with a view of the frozen Marsh. Relax and take in the beautiful wetland views while enjoying a delicious brunch at the Café at Oak Hammock Marsh. It’s the perfect way to start your day surrounded by nature. Menu: Blueberry croissant bake with whipped cream Black pepper bacon Housemade turkey sausage...

Join Kelly Leask from Prairie Originals to explore the magic of seeds. The presentation will cover how, when, and why to save seeds with a focus on native flower and grass seeds. General tips for seed starting will also be covered. Come and learn how you can participate in conservation through gardening and seed saving....

Experience a magical evening at Oak Hammock Marsh! Enjoy a delicious three-course meal at Oak Hammock Marsh. Menu: First Course: Roasted Parsnip Soup with Toasted Seeds Main*: Beef Tenderloin Roast with Mushroom Ragout, Potato Dauphinoise, Seasonal Vegetables Dessert: Chocolate Mousse Coffee/Tea included *Vegetarian Selection: Stuffed Portobello Mushroom (** please note in allergy section if you...

Experience the life of a Voyageur with a Marsh twist! Participate in fun games, go for a snowshoe walk and cook some delicious bannock inspired by the Voyageurs. Try your hand at Bannock Toss Learn to make and cook your own bannock over a fire Use a slingshot and practice your aim with our targets...

Explore the night sky with our monthly public astronomy nights. Learn about what is in the current night sky with an informative theatre presentation followed by an observation session from the rooftop of the Wetland Discovery Centre with our large telescopes, weather permitting. Fee: $10 for members/ $15 for non-members Online pre-registration recommended. Click Here...

Get your team together and join our shuffleduck tournament! What is shuffleduck? It's a fun and entertaining sport combining the finesse of curling and the strategy of shuffleboard on the ice using colourful rubber duckies. The main goal of the game is to shuffle your rubber ducky closest to the mamma duck to get a...

Search for tracks and scats during this guided snowshoe walk. Expect to be snowshoeing for approximately 60 minutes. Snowshoes are provided. Online pre-registration required. Fees: free for Members / $5  for Non-Members (does not include admission to the Discovery Centre) Click Here to Register