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Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre
| Address |
PO Box 1160
Stonewall , MB
R0C 2Z0 |
| Region |
Interlake |
| Phone |
204-467-3300 or 1-888-50-MARSH (62774) or 204-467-3299 |
| Fax |
204-467-3311 |
| Email |
ohmic@ducks.ca |
| Website |
www.oakhammockmarsh.ca |
| Collections |
Science & Nature |
| Description |
- Voted Best Environmental Experience in the World by British Airways
- Located in one of North America’s best bird-viewing areas, this birders’ paradise is alive from dawn till dusk with the sights and sounds of the creatures that call this 36-square kilometer wetland home
- 32-kilometres of hiking trails, native tall-grass prairie sites and gardens, marsh boardwalks, canoe excursions and up-close bird viewing opportunities
- more than 295 different species of birds and thousands of mammals, reptiles, amphibians, fish, insects, plants and grasses
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Regular
Season
Hours |
May to October: 10:00am to 8:00pm
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Off-Season
Hours |
November to April: 10:00am to 4:30pm
Closed on December 25
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| Admission |
Admission: $5.00 adults, $4.00 Youth (3 to 17),
$4.00 Seniors (55+), $18.00 Family (2 adults and their children)
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| Amenities |
Guided Tours
Facility Rental
Air conditioned
Gift Shop
Free Parking
Tea room / restaurant
Wheelchair accessible
Educational Programming
Group Tours by appointment |
Upcoming Events
Kids' Camp
7/2/2008 to 8/29/2008
Contact: 204-467-3300 or 1-888-50-MARSH (62774) or 204-467-3299
Email: ohmic@ducks.ca
Camp is a great way to gather precious memories and build special friendships that will last a lifetime! The Interpretive Centre offers camps for kids of all ages during the summer. We have a variety of age- appropriate camps to choose from throughout July and August:
Cattail Camp: ages 5-7 - Animal detective, puzzle hunt, crafts, games, tasty snacks and more!
Blackbird Camp (optional 1 night sleep over): ages 8-10 - games, scavenger hunts and a cool craft, don't miss out!
Harrier Camp (2 night sleep over): ages 11- 13 - compass scavenger hunt, survival skills, canoeing, and geocaching! (3 days, 2 nights - meals included)
For more info: www.oakhammockmarsh.ca
Astronomy Night - The planets
7/17/2008
Contact: 204-467-3300 or 1-888-50-MARSH (62774) or 204-467-3299
Email: ohmic@ducks.ca
July 17 - 8:00pm
Astronomy Night - The planets
Learn about the planets of our solar system and find out how to recognize them. A rooftop observation session will follow the presentation.
For more info: www.oakhammockmarsh.ca
Festival of Dragonflies
7/19/2008 to 7/20/2008
Contact: 204-467-3300 or 1-888-50-MARSH (62774) or 204-467-3299
Email: ohmic@ducks.ca
July 19 and 20
Festival of Dragonflies
Participate in a dragonfly safari, admire beautiful displays and make a dragonfly craft. Many activities for the whole family throughout the weekend.
For more info: www.oakhammockmarsh.ca
Hazy Days of Summer
8/2/2008 to 8/4/2008
Contact: 204-467-3300 or 1-888-50-MARSH (62774) or 204-467-3299
Email: ohmic@ducks.ca
August 2 to 4
Hazy Days of Summer
Enjoy a relaxing canoe ride and visit the tall grass prairie to look at some of the summer's wildflowers or to the artesian spring for a nice refreshing toe-dip.
For more info: www.oakhammockmarsh.ca
Astronomy Night - Star Party
8/14/2008
Contact: 204-467-3300 or 1-888-50-MARSH (62774) or 204-467-3299
Email: ohmic@ducks.ca
August 14 - 8pm
Astronomy Night - Star Party
Meet some members of the Royal Astronomy Society of Canada! Enjoy a great night of sky watching with fellow stargazers and share their passion for this fantastic hobby.
For more info: www.oakhammockmarsh.ca
Tall-Grass Prairie Days
8/16/2008 to 8/17/2008
Contact: 204-467-3300 or 1-888-50-MARSH (62774) or 204-467-3299
Email: ohmic@ducks.ca
August 16 and 17
Tall-Grass Prairie Days
Explore one of the last remaining pieces of land where bison used to roam free. Visit the Tall Grass Prairie this weekend and learn about this fragile ecosystem.
For more info: www.oakhammockmarsh.ca
Labour Day Weekend Adventure
8/30/2008 to 9/1/2008
Contact: 204-467-3300 or 1-888-50-MARSH (62774) or 204-467-3299
Email: ohmic@ducks.ca
August 30 to September 1
Labour Day Weekend Adventure
Visit the marsh as we prepare for the migration. Take in crafts, face painting and a treasure hunt. Horse-drawn wagon rides on Monday from 12:30-4:30 p.m.
For more info: www.oakhammockmarsh.ca
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