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FortWhyte Alive Connecting Humans with Nature | Canada's Largest Reclaimed Urban Greenspace FortWhyte Alive is a 660-acre reclaimed urban greenspace in Winnipeg.
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We offer you the space to explore nature through educational workshops, self-guided exploration, and recreational activities like paddling, snowshoeing, biking, and more to inspire the climate leaders of tomorrow. We connect you with nature.

🌻 The Nature Shop's Annual Seed Sale is back October 16–19! Shop the best prices of the season, both in-store and online...
10/10/2026

🌻 The Nature Shop's Annual Seed Sale is back October 16–19! Shop the best prices of the season, both in-store and online (online orders available for in-store pickup only).

From Black Oil Sunflower Seeds and Cracked Corn to Suet, Peanuts, and more, there’s something for every bird lover—and every backyard bird—at the Nature Shop!

Discounts 🏷️⁠
Bird Feed + Seed: 25% off for members, 15% off for everyone else!⁠
Bird Feeders: Everyone saves 25%!⁠
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Learn more and plan your shop by visiting our website at: https://www.fortwhyte.org/

Looking for a way to get outside and enjoy the beautiful long weekend? FortWhyte Alive will be open on Monday, October 1...
10/09/2026

Looking for a way to get outside and enjoy the beautiful long weekend?

FortWhyte Alive will be open on Monday, October 12, from 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Bring the family, enjoy the trails, connect with nature, and make the most of your Thanksgiving Monday.

🌳 TREEHOUSE CLOSURE NOTICE 🌳The FortWhyte Alive Treehouse will be closed starting Tuesday, October 13 for approximately ...
10/08/2026

🌳 TREEHOUSE CLOSURE NOTICE 🌳

The FortWhyte Alive Treehouse will be closed starting Tuesday, October 13 for approximately two weeks while important maintenance and improvement work is completed.

We appreciate your patience and understanding while we work to make the Treehouse safer and more enjoyable for everyone.

We look forward to welcoming you back to the treehouse once the work is complete!

🌱 From a post-industrial site to prairie sanctuary.The Transcona Bioreserve is a remarkable example of “industrial alche...
10/08/2026

🌱 From a post-industrial site to prairie sanctuary.

The Transcona Bioreserve is a remarkable example of “industrial alchemy” — transforming a heavily contaminated former wood treatment site into a tallgrass prairie bioreserve.

After decades of industrial use, the site was safely capped and contained. In partnership with FortWhyte Alive, the site was restored as a tallgrass prairie bioreserve — an ecosystem native to central North America.

Today, the prairie is more than a beautiful landscape. The Transcona Bioreserve provides a vital refuge for native plants, while deep prairie roots help stabilize soil and manage moisture.

And that grassy hill in the middle? It’s actually the engineered containment cell holding the site’s industrial legacy safely underground.

A place once dedicated to industry is now helping preserve some of the rarest prairie on the continent. 🌾

In honour of the Nations International Year of the Volunteer, we’re shining a well-deserved spotlight on the incredibl...
10/07/2026

In honour of the Nations International Year of the Volunteer, we’re shining a well-deserved spotlight on the incredible groups who make FortWhyte such a special place to gather, learn, and grow.

This month we are shouting out our Gardening Volunteers!

Our volunteers help manage all the gardens on the property. Their work ranges from seeding, weeding, and harvesting vegetables at the farm to planting flowers for our pollinators. They manage both the medicine garden and the pollinator garden at the farm, and they also take care of the planter boxes at the main entrance and along the paths. It is an amazing group, ranging from beginner gardeners to folks with decades of experience and Master Gardener certifications.

This work is important to FortWhyte because it truly demonstrates how much people care for their community and the environment. These volunteers dedicate their time and energy every week, allowing our visitors to enjoy their efforts and learn about the many plant species on site.

Thank you to our Gardening Volunteers for all you do!

On National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, FortWhyte Alive gathered to honour the day through learning, reflection, c...
10/02/2026

On National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, FortWhyte Alive gathered to honour the day through learning, reflection, ceremony, art, teachings, and community.

We’re incredibly grateful to everyone who helped make the day possible, both behind the scenes and throughout the day.

Thank you to all of our market vendors and The Bannock Factory; to for leading a craft; to Jason Parenteau for opening the day with ceremony; and to our sacred firekeepers for tending the fire throughout the day.

Thank you to for joining us with their booth, and to Peatr Thomas for sharing their incredible visual art and bringing teachings about animals and traditions to FortWhyte.

We’re also grateful to
for leading guided medicine walks at FortWhyte Farms; Jaime Grasby for sharing tipi teachings; Cheryl Wirch for teaching us about the meaning of star blankets and the teachings reflected in the star blanket she created for FortWhyte Alive; and Manitoba Aboriginal Sports & Recreation Council - MASRC for bringing Indigenous games to the day.

It was a beautiful day of sunshine, learning, listening, and reflection.

Thank you to everyone who joined us in honouring this important day through learning, reflection, and connection.

October brings a beautiful transformation to FortWhyte Alive. 🍁The trails are glowing with fall colour, the air is getti...
10/02/2026

October brings a beautiful transformation to FortWhyte Alive. 🍁

The trails are glowing with fall colour, the air is getting crisp, and there’s no better time to experience the beauty of the season outdoors. Whether you’re joining us for an upcoming program, discovering something new along the trails, or simply taking in the sights and sounds of autumn, there’s plenty to enjoy this month.

Come explore the trails, watch for wildlife, and experience the changing season at FortWhyte Alive.

🗓 Every Saturday and Sunday
Bison Bus Tours
Experience the beauty of the prairie and get an up-close look at FortWhyte Alive’s bison.

🗓 Oct. 5
Goose Flight Sound Bath
Find deep relaxation with a peaceful sound bath as migrating birds land for the night.⁠

🗓 Oct. 10 & 24
Forest Families
A forest school program for the whole family. Embrace unstructured exploration and connect with plants, animals and elements you’ve encountered on your adventure.

🗓 Oct. 16- Oct.19
Annual Bird Seed Sale
Stock up for winter with our wide selection of locally-sourced bird seed, suet, and more at the best prices of the season!⁠

🗓 Oct. 19
Watercolour Classes with Lisa Whitehouse
Sketch out your subject and gradually add layers of watercolour to create a beautiful painting.⁠

🗓 Oct. 24 & 31
Forest Frolics
Discover the secrets of the forest- from spotting local wildlife to learning the ways animals prepare for the winter months ahead.

🗓 Oct. 25
Spooky Kids Presentation
Come meet a variety of creepy crawlies here to educate and entertain you for the spookiest season of the year.⁠

🗓 Every day!⁠
While you're here, be sure to stop for lunch at the Buffalo Stone Café!⁠

✨ Plus so much more happening all month long — check out the full calendar here: https://www.fortwhyte.org/visit/calendar/

Discover the wonders of fall migration! Take a tour of the Transcona Bioreserve hosted by FortWhyte Alive! Join us on T...
10/01/2026

Discover the wonders of fall migration!

Take a tour of the Transcona Bioreserve hosted by FortWhyte Alive! Join us on Tuesday, October 6, from 5:30-7:00pm and discover the history of the area, explore its ecosystem, and learn about Canada Geese and their incredible migration.

Participants will meet at Thomas Copeland Park at 300 Larche Street. Bring closed-toe shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, water, bug spray, and your camera/binoculars!

This tour has no washroom access. Please come prepared for the weather.

Register here: https://retlife.ca/product/magic-of-migration-transcona-bioreserve-walking-tour-with-fort-whyte-alive-all-ages-tues-oct-6-2026/

Thank you to the Winnipeg Free Press for featuring us in their National Day for Truth and Reconciliation feature. We are...
09/28/2026

Thank you to the Winnipeg Free Press for featuring us in their National Day for Truth and Reconciliation feature.

We are honoured to welcome people to FortWhyte Alive on Wednesday, September 30 - the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - to listen, learn and enjoy time together in nature and, most importantly, expand our knowledge of Indigenous history and culture.

Learn more at fortwhyte.org/ndtr

Thank you to the Winnipeg Free Press for featuring us in their National Day for Truth and Reconciliation feature. We are...
09/28/2026

Thank you to the Winnipeg Free Press for featuring us in their National Day for Truth and Reconciliation feature.

We are honoured to welcome people to FortWhyte Alive on Wednesday, September 30 - the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - to listen, learn and enjoy time together in nature and, most importantly, expand our knowledge of Indigenous history and culture.

Read more at https://publications.winnipegfreepress.com/view/875653725/6/

Address

1961 McCreary Road
Winnipeg, MB
R3P2K9

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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+12049898355

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