Eastman Stories

New & Notable in January

By Eastman Tourism

January 7, 2022
Read time: 6 min

New and Notable in January – Contests, Skating Rinks and Adventures

Catch up on what’s new and notable in January and discover your next adventure to start the New Year off right!

Centre of Canada Park Opens Outdoor Skating Rink (Lorette)

Put on those skates and experience a beautiful and truly Canadian activity with the Centre of Canada Park’s outdoor rink! Complete with twinkling lights, groomed and maintained ice, and being in the center of Canada, you can’t pass up this fantastic adventure!

The Centre of Canada marks where East and West meet, creating the center of Canada – longitudinal 96° 48’ 35. This 20-acre park is the perfect place to celebrate Canada! Trek along the landscaped paths and examine the interpretive plaques, and simply immerse yourself in the feeling of being in the center of our beautiful country.

He Goes She Goes Visits Wintery St. Pierre Jolys

Recently, travel vloggers, He Goes She Goes visited St. Pierre Jolys for a wintery, memorable adventure! During their visit, they discovered nine things to do and places to visit for a fun-filled getaway to St. Pierre! Check out their video below!

Whiteshell Winter Arts Festival Presents Celebration of the Arts Contest

Calling all art lovers! The Whiteshell Winter Arts Festival has just announced its Celebration of the Arts Contest! This contest is perfect for visual artists of any skill level or age and is a must-join for those wanting to unleash their artistic side and have the chance to win cash prizes! Even if you can’t submit a piece, you can still have fun with this contest by voting for your favourite masterpiece!

Artists’ submissions are currently open until February 5, 2022, to residents within the designated Eastman area. This includes: Hwy #1 south, Ontario Border East, St. George North, and Hwy #12, including Beausejour West.

Categories:

  • Under 12 (must provide age)
  • 12 to 18 years old
  • Adult
  • Group Division (group/family/business)
  • Recycled Art

For more information, visit their website!

Wilderland Adventure Company Opens Up Winter Tours

If you are looking to make this the most adventurous, amazing winter, then booking a tour with Wilderland Adventure Company won’t disappoint!

Their passionate and experienced local outdoor leaders, wilderness guides, and educators will show you the ins and outs of your favourite activities while having a fun, safe, and responsible Manitoban outdoor adventure all year round!

Plus, they have recently announced a new base camp located in Pinawa at Wilderness Edge Retreat! This is perfect for outdoor learning with a knowledgeable guide into the Boreal forest while exploring off the beaten path and enjoying the winter landscape. The base camp also features wood stove heated canvas tents to warm up in!

Visit their website to book your next tour or adventure and find out more!

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