Manuels River

06/04/2026

Central Avalon Ground Search and Rescue will be presenting the Hug-a-Tree and Survive & Survive Outside program on Monday, June 15, 2026 at the Manuels River Centre, 7 Conception Bay Highway. This is a free session and you can register multiple children but space is limited and we need to ensure we have enough supplies for all. Please add one ticket per child: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/manuelsriver/events/hug-a-tree-and-survive-outside-3

Hug-a-Tree and Survive is an AdventureSmart program that helps lost children survive in the woods. It teaches children how not to become lost in the woods, and what to do should they become lost. If a child should become lost in the woods, hugging a tree can help them stay safe, and be found. Staying near a tree offers some protection from the elements, and keeps lost children in the same place, which makes it easier for searchers to find them. The Hug-a-Tree and Survive presentation is aimed at children aged 5–11.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

All materials are provided

Space is limited to 20 children and their caregivers so registration is required.

Please add one ticket per child.

Please let us know if you cannot attend so we can share your spot with someone else.

MRCI is a registered charity and programs are delivered by volunteers.

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05/25/2026

Anorher great night at Manuels River as the Central Avalon Search and rescue team presented Hug a Tree and Survive to a full house of excited kids and their caregivers! Thank you Ray, Solange, John, Christine and Tina for volunteering your time to teach our precious kids about being safe when they enjoy the outdoors. They were all engaged and happy to take home their safety pack! If you missed tonight, we are planning another night before the end of the school year!

05/19/2026

Central Avalon Ground Search and Rescue will be presenting the Hug-a-Tree and Survive & Survive Outside program on Monday, May 25, 2026 at the Manuels River Centre, 7 Conception Bay Highway.

Hug-a-Tree and Survive is an AdventureSmart program that helps lost children survive in the woods. It teaches children how not to become lost in the woods, and what to do should they become lost. If a child should become lost in the woods, hugging a tree can help them stay safe, and be found. Staying near a tree offers some protection from the elements, and keeps lost children in the same place, which makes it easier for searchers to find them. The Hug-a-Tree and Survive presentation is aimed at children aged 5–11. This Session is FREE but we ask that you register to ensure that we have enough supplies. www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/manuelsriver/events/hug-a-tree-and-survive-outside-2

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

All materials are provided

Space is limited to 20 children and their caregivers so registration is required.

Please add one ticket per child.

Please let us know if you cannot attend so we can share your spot with someone else.

MRCI is a registered charity and programs are delivered by volunteers.

05/16/2026

The Annual General Meeting is on Sunday, May 17th at 6:30 pm at the Manuels River Centre. All members are welcome to come participate and vote. If you are not a member, it is free to join. Members will be able to participate at meetings and will have early access to registration for events. Just fill in the membership form online or We will have forms onsite : https://forms.gle/FzMwFkG4W92gb4o99

If you have questions or any issues, please message us or email [email protected]

Manuels River Community Inc. (MRCI) is a volunteer-driven, registered Canadian charity dedicated to sustainability, wellness, and lifelong learning. Since the 1990s, our members built and maintained the Manuels River trail system, delivered educational programs for children, schools, and adults, and...

05/11/2026

What an outstanding job by the Central Avalon Search and rescue team, Christine and Ray, in delivering Hug a Tree and Survive! This engaging session armed our young travelers with essential survival skills, including the clever baked potato method to stay warm!

05/11/2026

There are 2 spots open for hug a tree tonight. Message and they are yours!

05/09/2026

Looking forward to opening day! We have Central Avalon Search and Rescue coming in to do their Hug a Tree and Survive. This session filled up right away but we are doing a repeat on the 25th. And no worries - you can sign your child up as many times as you want. Unless you got lucky and have the 5 to 11 year old that only needs to be told once! Keep and eye on our page to register for tgis or other programs!

📢 Manuels River Centre Reopening

The Town of Conception Bay South is pleased to advise that the Manuels River Centre will reopen to the public on Monday, May 11, 2026.

🕒 Public Access Hours
Monday to Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Sunday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

As the facility reopens, some enhancements are still underway:

• The new fossil display remains under development and this area will be temporarily closed.
• Furniture installation is ongoing, with additional pieces arriving in the coming weeks.
• The café is closed. The Town is working toward the introduction of a new self-serve coffee bar experience for visitors.

Residents can expect further updates in the coming months as new Town programming is introduced, including initiatives focused on community wellness.

The Town continues to accept booking requests for programs, rentals, and private events throughout 2026. At this time, bookings for 2027 are not yet being accepted. To submit a booking request, please visit: https://www.conceptionbaysouth.ca/booking-form-manuels-river-centre/

05/09/2026

Some photos from our recent Young Scientist: Light. So many great experiences and feedback from the kids on suggestions for when we start up in the fall - the science of pokemon, space and sponge bob are some of the topics our team of volunteers will consider over the summer! What would you or your child like to see to get excited about science?.?.??

05/02/2026

Central Avalon Ground Search and Rescue will be presenting the Hug-a-Tree and Survive & Survive Outside program on Monday, May 11, 2026 from 7-8pm at the Manuels River Centre, 7 Conception Bay Highway.

Hug-a-Tree and Survive is an AdventureSmart program that helps lost children survive in the woods. It teaches children how not to become lost in the woods, and what to do should they become lost. If a child should become lost in the woods, hugging a tree can help them stay safe, and be found. Staying near a tree offers some protection from the elements, and keeps lost children in the same place, which makes it easier for searchers to find them. The Hug-a-Tree and Survive presentation is aimed at children aged 5–11.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

All materials are provided

Space is limited to 20 children and their caregivers so registration is required.

There is no charge for this session. Please add one ticket per child so we have enough supplies.

Please let us know if you cannot attend so we can share your spot with someone else.

MRCI is a registered charity and programs are delivered by volunteers.

03/27/2026

We have a spot that just opened up for tomorrow's Young Scientist: Dinosaurs. Grab it before it becomes extinct!!!!