December 2012 at Oak Hammock Marsh

The Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre is located 30 minutes north of Winnipeg.
For more information call 467-3300,  Jacques Bourgeois

3rd Annual Candy Cane Tea
December 12, 1 to 3 p.m.
$10 per person.
Pre-registration is required.

Today, a formal afternoon tea is taken as a treat in a hotel, café or tea shop.
Bring some friends and enjoy a selection of specialty Holiday teas and coffees along with fancy sandwiches and dainties.
Take part in the Snowflake Raffle to win some great prizes!
Tap your toes or dance to live music.

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The 113th annual Christmas Bird Count
December 15, 7:45 a.m.
Pre-registration required by December 12.
The fee is regular admission to the Centre.

This huge conservation effort monitors the status and distribution of bird populations across the continent and contributes to a clearer picture of how the bird populations have changed.  Come help us count, while exploring the marsh and surrounding area.

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Astronomy Night - Winter Constellations
December 20, 7 p.m.

An indoor presentation in our multimedia theatre will introduce you to the many constellations that will grace our sky this winter. Learn how to recognize these constellations in the night sky through entertaining stories and with the help of your very own hand-made star finder.

Following the presentation, test your skills on the Interpretive Centre rooftop observation deck while you look at those amazing constellations!

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Kid's Nature Craft Club
December 22, 1 p.m.
Most appropriate for children ages 5 to 10. Pre-registration is recommended.
Workshop fee is $5 plus admission.

The theme is snow. Learn all about snow and make a beautiful snow gauge to take home.
Be the first to find out how much snow we receive this winter.

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Camp for Kids
December 27, 28 and January 2, 3 & 4
For ages 6 to 9.  Runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.
Register today!

Activities may include snowshoeing, bannock baking, winter games and more.
This camp has both indoor and outdoor components and is sure to please!

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Visit our Giftshop! 

If you are looking for something for the outdoor enthusiast in your family, why not buy the first book from our very own Dusty Molinski titled Through Field and Forest, A Canoe Companion of the Brokenhead River.

It is a valuable companion for anyone planning on canoeing this beautiful river or anyone interested in the cultural and natural history of the area.

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Oak Hammock Marsh Calendars
Buy yours today!

Celebrate our 20th Anniversary!
See the results of the spring Photo Contest by purchasing our fundraising calendar.
Only $12.99.
Buy two or more and receive free shipping anywhere in Canada!