Winter Activities

This 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

The Asessippi Parkland is stocked with a variety of fish. From world class fly fishing to the best drive-to walleye fishery the country has to offer, it’s all here. » more

Explore 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

The Asessippi region attracts hunters because of its abundance of waterfowl as well as larger animals, including deer, moose, bear and elk. » more

The 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

The 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

The 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 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

With 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

Churches throughout the region welcome you to attend worship services. Most major Christian denominations are represented. » more