Tag Archives: Family

Jan 16 2012

Big Ski Resort on the Prairie

The Manitoba terrain offers no mountains for your typical downhill skiiing experience. But don’t underestimate us: we still do it, but we do it in valleys. As travel writer Christalee Froese explains, all that pizzazz of a luxury ski resort isn’t needed to have a good time. As long as there’s snow and speed, there’s fun.

Aug 03 2011

Revisiting the Pioneer Spirit

Forget “Google it.” A dishwasher? Ha. Step away from modern day influences and experience the essence of early 20th century life on the Prairies with a visit to the Wasyl Negrych Pioneer Homestead.

Romper Room on the Prairies

July 21, 2011

A family that plays together stays together, and this summer Winnipeg has three new attractions for parents and children to indulge in some serious kidding around.

May 27 2011

Folk, ya! A Prairie Gathering Like No Other

If music is a big deal in your house, naturally the Winnipeg Folk Festival should be considered a sacred annual event. This year, diehard folkies have five big X’s on the calendar reserving July 6-10.