Interpretation Programs

1. Birds Hill

Park interpreters conduct programs designed for all ages, throughout the year. These events will help you discover the park's natural and cultural history. Activities are relaxed, informative and fun. Everyone is welcome to attend, whether you are visiting for the day or camping for the week. Interpretive events are free of charge.

During the summer months, pick up a program schedule at the campground office or check the program event posters on bulletin boards. Campfires, amphitheatre shows, children's programs and special events are presented weekly from mid-June to early September. Special events are also held during the winter months.

Summer programs have been offered to park visitors since the early 1970s. Park interpreters lead guided tours, stage special events and provide children's activities. They also present slide shows, films, videos and special guests in the amphitheatre.

These are ideal opportunities for you and your family to appreciate the park's natural and cultural resources. For up-to-date program information, check event posters or inquire at park offices.

3. Hecla/Grindstone

During the summer months park interpreters conduct a full slate of activities including outdoor evening amphitheatre programs, guided walks in the village and marsh, traditional campfire talks and special events.

A highlight of the program is the commercial fishing demonstration and fish fry held twice each summer. This event provides visitors with a unique opportunity to view and to discuss Lake Winnipeg's commercial fishery from the initial setting of the nets through to the filleting and tasting of some of the day's catch.

The interpretation program is designed to connect the audience with the park's natural and cultural resources and thereby create better understanding of, and commitment to the concept of sustainable development.

4. Lockport

Interpreters will greet you at the Kenosewun interpretive centre that celebrates the earliest known site of farming in Manitoba. Corn was planted here by Aboriginal people around 1400 AD according to archaeological investigations on site. Throughout summer, hands-on activities are offered in the building and on the grounds for people of all ages. Videos are offered at the indoor theatre.

5. Paint Lake

Programs about the park's natural and cultural history are offered during the spring and summer for school groups and families. These include guided hikes, family events, slide shows, films, videos, special guests at the amphitheatre. Programs are for people of all ages. They're presented in fun, interactive and innovative ways. Consult event boards or call one of the park offices for more information.

6. St. Malo

With the development of its own interpretation program during the summer of 2000, park visitors now have opportunities to better understand the park's importance to the community. Campfires, guided hikes, amphitheatre, family and children's programs can help to develop an understanding of the natural and cultural history of the park. Whether the programs are about white-tailed deer, water conservation or tall grass prairie, they are offered throughout the park in fun, interactive and innovative ways.

7. St. Norbert

Throughout summer, interpreters lead guided walks in the park with tours of the two beautifully restored houses. Commentary is available in both official languages. At special events you may meet ghosts from St Norbert's past who tell of their times and lives. Around a campfire you may hear music sung by voyageurs or Métis buffalo hunters out on the plains.

8. Spruce Woods

Programs about the park's natural and cultural history are offered during the spring, summer fall and winter for school groups and families. These include guided tours, family events, slide shows,  videos and special guests at the amphitheatre.  School programs are curriculum based with hands on activities to make the learning fun.  Visit our exhibit building and classroom and learn more about Spruce Woods.  Consult event boards or call one of our park offices for more information.

9. Turtle Mountain

Programs about the park's natural and cultural history are offered during the spring and summer for school groups and families. These include guided tours, family events, slide shows, films, videos, special guests at the amphitheatres at Adam and William lakes. Programs are for people of all ages. They're presented in fun, interactive and innovative ways. Consult event boards or call one of the park offices for more information.

10. Whiteshell

During summer thousands of visitors participate in a variety of programs. Park interpreters lead guided tours, stage special events, provide children's activities, present slide shows, films, videos, and arrange special guest presentations at amphitheatres located at Nutimik, Big Whiteshell, West Hawk,  Falcon Lake and at other campgrounds.