Winter Activities


Crocus Trail
InglisThis stretch of the Trans Canada Trail will lead you from Russell to the historic grain elevators at Inglis and Bear Creek Valley, past Asessippi Ski Area & Winter Park, along the shores of Lake of the Prairies, up to Roblin and the Goose Lakes and finally through Duck Mountain… » more


Historic Tours
RussellExplore an area rich in history and culture. Settlers from many countries made their new homes in the area, bringing with them their unique culture and building designs. These many groups make up the diverse culture that is our history. Historic Driving Tour Asessippi Parkland Tourism offers a Historic Driving… » more


Moose Lake Cross-Country Ski Trail
RussellThe Moose Lake Cross-Country Ski Trail is located at the southwest corner of Riding Mountain National Park at Silver Creek off PR264. The trail loops for approximately 10 km (6 miles) through aspen deciduous forest over moderately undulating terrain. There is a warming hut located near the shores of Moose… » more

Rossburn Subdivision Trail
Region-WideThe Rossburn Subdivision Trail Association (RSTA) is a non-profit organization devoted to the construction, maintenance and promotion of 176 km of the Trans Canada Trail. The Trail passes through many towns and municipalities that nurture and appreciate this beautiful route including Neepawa, Bethany, Clanwilliam, Erickson, Rackham, Sandy Lake, Elphinstone, Menzie,… » more

Snowtraxx Groomed Snowmobile Trails
Region-WideThe Snowtraxx Snowmobile club covers the beautiful communities of Russell, Rossburn, Olha, Oakburn, Birtle, Foxwarren, St. Lazare and Binscarth. Snowtraxx is a non-profit organization that currently maintains 380 kms of trails. They are groomed weekly from the start of the season until the end of the riding season, which is… » more

Vagabond Theatre Co.
BinscarthVagabond, Theatre Company, based at Binscarth’s Third Avenue Theatre, draws members of all ages from the western Manitoba and eastern Saskatchewan Parkland area. Our entertaining seasons include musical productions, adult comedy, youth musical and non-musical productions, a travelling road show and guest appearances by professional companies such as the Manitoba… » more

Wildlife Watching & Birding
Region-WideWith its many valleys, wooded areas, creeks, and rivers, the Asessippi Parkland area offers wildlife viewing, nature hikes, biking, bird watching, camping and numerous other educational opportunities. Asessippi is in the aspen parkland which is a mixture of mixed-grass prairie and wooded communities dominated by aspen with some bur oak.… » more
