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Vol. 1, No. 1 March, 2016
Group reunion and amazing record walleye catch at Manigotagan Lake
Announcing Manitoba SeniorsFishing Challenge for 2016
A wonderful Manitoba Story
by Bill McFarlane
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Our group met in college in Ohio in the late 60’s. We all shared an interest in fishing and some of us had previously fished with family in Ontario for walleye,muskie and northern pike.
2015 Group Reunion
The Trip and the Fish
The Last Day
In 1974 two of our group decided to makea trip to Manigotagan Lake to fish forMaster Angler walleye as that was the fishwe most often pursued. Those two spent aweek camping and caught walleye andnorthern pike, but no Master Angler fish.Some of our group continued to keep intouch and started fishing together again inthe mid 1980’s. By this time 3 of our grouphad moved to Denver and the rest re-mained in Ohio and Michigan. We organ-ized trips about every other year and fishedin Lake Erie, Saskatchewan Alberta andMinnesota.
Then, in early 2015 we decided to get the original group together for a reunionfishing trip as many had now retired andhad the time to make the trip. In searchingfor possible fishing spots, one of the two
In September of 1970, we decided to organize a group fishing trip, so 7 of usventured out to northern Manitoba. Wefished around Thompson and Flin Flonand three of us caught Master Angler rain-bow trout. As a result, we received andread the list of Master Angler fish caughtthat year. We noticed that a lot of largewalleye had been caught in Mani-gotagan Lake
who had fished Manigotagan Lake in 1974decided to search for fishing lodges there.They discovered Quesnel Lake CaribouLodge and contacted Peter. He was veryaccommodating to our needs andbudget, so the group decided to drive andconverge at the lodge in August, 2015.
the adrenaline was pumping as we measured him.”
LEISURE RECREATION ADVENTURE
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Record Walleye CatchBill McFarlane details his amazing fishing adventure
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2016 Manitoba Seniors ChallengeAll you needto know to enter
Wild Boar AtLarge.......
Of Turtles and Mules.................
Courting MollyPolly’s TrophyMoose Adventure
Spring Closures,Anglers SupportScience...........
Land-basedLearning......
AsaparagusGrowing NearHolland.........
Run for the Hills
Cooking YourHarvestA deliciousduck recipe
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Off the BeatenPathMaking the effort to go a little farther............................. Page 15
Dear Younger Me............................. Page 17
The Active Coalition for Older Adults(ALCOA) in Manitoba recently chal-lenged older adults, ages 55 and over, to“…engage in activities that promote healthand wellness.” In September the ALCOA
invited all older adults “…to get out hereand try something new, or something theyhaven’t tried in years.” As a sponsor, RuralOutdoors is excited to announce the up-coming 2016 Golden Walleye Fishing
Challenge for Seniors. This challenge is a3 day program featured at Quesnel LakeCaribou Lodge for groups of seniors andwill run all summer from June 15th tillSeptember 15th. The challenge has eachteam scoring points rather than competewith other teams on the same day. Groupsare invited to select any three days thatwork best for them and in order to secure
Senior Walleye Registration - See Page 5
It was the last hour of our last day of fishing that the big one hit. One of ourgroup is convinced it hit because of the fullmoon alignment right at that moment. Whoknows, but it hit hard. I used a 3/8” oz. redand white barbless jig tipped with a worm.I knew it was a nice fish because
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Our group had booked five days of fishing and had a very successful first fourdays. We caught many nice walleye, north-ern and smallmouth bass, with one of ourparty even catching a 28” walleye for an-other Master Angler award.
the rod bent big time and his pull was re-markable. He fought fiercely and madetwo good runs away from the boat as Ireeled. I kept adjusting my drag, trying tokeep the line taught because I knew therewas no barb to help keep him on. Andy,my boat mate, was frantically getting thenet secured and the gear in the boat movedaround to land the fish. Two of our group,fishing in waters close by, came over towatch this spectacle. I was reeling andAndy was frantic as we awaited this fish. He was amazing! According to Don (our walleye expert inthe adjacent boat) this was the biggest
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Amazing record walleye catch at Manigotagan Lake
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I n this first issue of Rural Outdoors, we profile a handful of outdoor experiences and opportunitiesfor adventure right here in Manitoba's backyard.
The 2016 Senior Fishing Challenge is an invitation to all 55 Plus to team up with a few friends and enjoy a group activity that will simply be a lot of fun. The Run for the Hills article is an invitation to Manitobans of all ages to take up a challenge and plan to walk or run for the health of it.
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the adjacent boat) this was the biggest walleye he had ever seenin 45 years of fishing walleye. Andy netted him as he made hislast pass alongside the boat. The adrenaline was pumping as wemeasured him, took pictures, removed the hook and releasedhim to fight again someday. He measured 35 ½” and turned outto be a Manigotagan Lake record as well as the 6th largestwalleye ever taken in Manitoba.This was a good fishing tripturned great in about 15 minutes. A fish of a lifetime for me.
Bill McFarlane’s big fish was the largest Master Angler walleyerecorded in Manitoba in 2015. Bill is a resident of Denver, Colorado and plans to visit Manitoba again.
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In some regions of Manitoba, wild boar populations are thriving in the wild. In bothManitoba and Saskatchewan, their popula-tions are growing at a very rapid pace. Amajor factor is their ability to have up to twolitters per year with each litter being an average of 6 to 8 piglets. These animals alsoadapt well to our climate.
Wild boar are not native to Manitoba but were introduced here in the 1980’s as exoticlivestock in an exciting program fordiversification on the family farm. But,some boar escaped their pens and yet othersmay have migrated into the wild. At-large inthe wild, they have adapted well. Their numbers are growing.
Because of the impact on the natural ecosys-tem and consequently some native species,the Province of Manitoba permits a residentof the province to hunt and kill wild boar atany time of the year. These animals have anaffinity for the low lying underbrush andrugged terrain and they are known to be aggressive. Hunting boar can be an experi-ence. Eighteen year old Trevor Grahamshares his story of the hunt and the adrenaline.
“My story goes back to the mild weather of October.
There was a lot of rooting and tracks running through a meadow in the bush. I skirtedaround on an old logging trail and walkedinto the bush heading opposite of the boartrails. I was about 15 yards from the edge ofa clearing when the ground began vibrating!Grunting and crashing filled the air as fourpigs took off down the valley.A large group trotted off to my left. Then, there was movement in front of me. A boar
Wild Boar at Largeby Trevor Graham
popped his head through some spruce treesand was grunting and snorting. It lookedabout to charge me. It was pawing andshaking it’s head. I pulled the hammer onthe rifle and wasted no time in fixing thecrosshairs.”
“This animal weighed in at 425 pounds with a skull length of 21 inches. The finaldistance from where I was standing to theboar was 17 yards.”
Trevor Graham lives in rural southern Manitoba and is an avid outdoorsman.
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It was so quiet...peaceful.”Comments from a group of close friends camped out on Eagles Perch for theweekend. It was their final day on the island and it was time to pack their gear,load their boat and head back to the mainland. There were mixed emotions.This July weekend had been an awesome one...beautiful sunshine all weekend,great fishing and, simply put...a whole lot of fun. They were welcomed by thedockhand at the main dock at 12 noon. Then came her standard querie…”Well,how was your weekend?”
“We`re coming back…but for a week next time.”
Manigotagan Canoe Outfitters is operated from a base at Caribou Landing, Manitoba a comfortable 3 hour drive north then east of Winnipeg. Along with boat, canoe and kayak rentals for campers, they schedule camping get-aways on each of the 8 remote islands which they manage on Quesnel and Manigotagan Lakes.
Your group has booked a boat rental(s) for today. It will be fueled, tied to the dock and ready to go. With your gear loaded and a short boat ride, your group is ready to make camp on your private island.
Each island offers one dedicated camp site with an enclosed fire pit (with grill), a picnic table and a semi-private toilet. Campers supply their own gear…and fishing equipment.
For the next few days, you are all on a schedule of your own design. In the
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2016 Seniors ChallengeContinued from Page 1
those dates, teams are asked to register by June 30th. The lodge is making a special discounted group rate available for all seniors who register and will sponsor the guides for each team. This challenge is open to groups or teams of 5 to 10 people. Teams are encouraged to register their team to represent their communities (example “Team Virden”).
No previous fishing experience is required and the guides at the lodge will help every step of the way. Those who do not own fishing tackle need not purchase any. Rods and reels, bait, and all tackle and equipment will be provided by the lodge.
Groups can look forward to enjoying the comfort of 3 days of being fully guided aboard one of the pontoon boats…Caribou One or the Caribou Two. Everyone can anticipate a few surprises and, best of all, a lot of laughter.
The ChallengeAlthough some big fish will most certainly be landed, the 2016 Senior FishingChallenge is not about catching the biggest fish. The objective of each team overthe course of their 3 days is to register three walleye (pickerel) with a totallength that comes closest to 65 inches. Once the group decides to register a fish,they must stand by their decision. During the 3 days, each group will work as ateam to strategize, set goals and make a number of group decisions.The personal guide and pilot of each fishing boat will help net, measure and release those fish which are chosen to be released. Scores which exceed the 65
inch requirement also qualify. But, in the event that there are 2 scores such as 63 and 67, the lowest score would lead.
Grand prizesQuesnel Lake Caribou Lodge has sponsored the three grand prizes. The top three scoring teams will each receive a lodge package for 3 nights and days Accommodations for 5 at Quesnel Lake Caribou Lodge.
There will be many winners and many prizes will be awarded…both indivual
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as well as group. All of the winners will be announced and their stories will befeatured in the next issue of Rural Outdoors.
The AdventureWhile at the lodge, groups will also be treated to guided tours on Quesnel and Manigotagan Lakes. Guests will experi-ence the rumble at the base of Happy Falls and witness the beauty of Long Rapids. The lodge will include wildlife observation as well as historical and archeological site exploration tours. We must not forget one of the main events...Mmmm, fresh pickerel fillets for dinner. Your guide will be more than delighted to process your daily catch. In the evening, the bon fire and wood-fired sauna may well be in the plan. And then, after a day of fresh air and laughter in the outdoors, the best sleep that one could ever imagine.
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Over the years, Quesnel Lake Cari-bou Lodge has become well known,for its world class walleye and small-mouth bass fishery. It is famous forthe “golden” walleye. Located on apeninsula at the north end of Ques-nel Lake, the lodge began operat-ing in the 1950’s with just 2 tinycabins and a boat. Today, the lodgeoperates 11 private cabins eachcomplete with its own full kitchen,shower and toilet, fridge(s), stoveand BBQ.
A majority of the cabins accommodate 8 or more guests. The largest cabin is set up for 14 and the lodge can manage large groups of up to80. Sauna Quesnel is central. It’sproved to be a favorite with guestsfollowing a full day on the water.
Introductory guiding at the lodge is inclusive with your stay. In additionto a large fleet of deep 16.5, 17 and18 ft boats all powered by 30 and 40hp., the lodge operates pontoonboats outfitted with angler pedestalseating. These are popular with thefamily groups as well as those look-ing for that extra comfort on the
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2016 will mark the 14th anniversaryof the annual Family and FriendsCanadian fishing trip to QuesnelLake Caribou Lodge for BruceAmundson and his group.
“Each year when we arrive at Ques-nel Lake Caribou Lodge we are re-minded of the beauty of the resortsetting as it overlooks QuesnelLake. The cottages are modern,spacious, and offer all of the ameni-ties of home. Three words accu-rately describe the fishing action forwalleye and smallmouth bass - fast,lots, and big. The walleye fishing isnothing less than fabulous, with fastaction, and numerous Master Angler
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As I recall, it was a fall morning andthe year was 1989. I had been onmy new job just 3 weeks calling onfarmers in rural Manitoba. I had en-tered the sales field and was cover-ing southern Manitoba with aninvitation for farmers to join a buying club which offered savingson a large number of their pur-chases. Testimonials were numerousand were being offered by newmemberships almost daily. Conse-quently, referrals were outstandingand the work was rewarding. As anadded bonus, I had been raised on afarm and loved visiting with farm-ers. I had totally fallen in love withwhat this job entailed.
Whether it was a quick presentationat their kitchen table, at the workbench in the implement shed or onthe hood of the farmer’s truck, itwas fun to be back on the farm.
This morning I would be working inthe Miami area and had decided thata quick breakfast at the little restaurant in town was a good plan.It was my first visit to these partsand as I drove by the fairgrounds, asign caught my attention…”MiamiMule Days”.
As I started on my bacon, eggs and coffee, I found myself listeningin on a conversation. At the tablenext to me were two gentlemen having their morning coffee. Theeldest one must have been 75. Hewas describing something that hewas obviously very excited about.
Stretching his arms out as thoughhe was wrapping them around a 45gallon drum of fuel, he spoke, “Youknow, those turtles are about thisbig around and there are a whole mess of them up there in my creek.”
Oh, yes, I was curious. Those weresome big turtles and I had to knowmore. “Excuse me. I couldn’t helpbut overhear your conversation.Could you tell me about your turtles?”
Bill explained that these turtles wereon his farm. “If you have time thismorning, I’d be glad to show themto you.”, he added.
We drove for about 3 miles. As we drove, Bill gave me the details ofhow the community of Miamihosted an annual baseball event atthe fairgrounds which featuredmules. He described a game ofbaseball where all the players wererequired to ride mules. The batterwould hit the ball and then mountup to run the bases. Fielders wouldhave to trot up to the ball, get downto field the ball and then get back ontheir mule before throwing the ball.Stubborn mules and awkward mo-ments made for a good bit of laughter. Folks drove for miles to beentertained.
Here we were. Fifty yards into the
pasture, we arrived at a dry creekbed. I followed Bill and slid down the embankment to the bottom. Ashe had described earlier, these werehuge turtles! Centuries old and fossilized, they lay exposed juttingout from a layer of gravel on thewall of the creek bed. What anamazing discovery! I learned thatthe spring runoff would expose anew crop each year. Clearly, Billwould never have known how bighis herd of turtles really was.
It was time for us to leave and after a few failed attempts by Bill tonegotiate the steep bank from thebottom, it was time for me to cometo the rescue. Placing my palms onthe cheeks of Bill’s blue jeans andwith a “1, 2, 3”, I hoisted him overthe bank. With a giggle and a bigold smile on his face, Bill rolledover onto the grass at the top. In thatmoment, I couldn’t help but thinkthat Bill and I were both thinkingthe same thought. “My, my, my,how close we have become in sucha short time”, I mused.
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Polly Boggs and I had just paddled our canoe up the half mile inlet to thebeaver pond where we set up our decoy that we call “Molly”.We were sitting on a beaver dam, with her facing the huge pond and mefacing the inlet we had just paddled. I made a call up into the pond area andanother down into the inlet.
We arrived at our spot a little later than I wanted. It was 5 p.m. and we onlyhad about 2 hours of daylight left. We had too much fun fishing earlier in
the day with Polly and her husband, Trent and my buddy Pat Blaney. He wasguiding Trent during their trip. Polly and I had caught 3 times the walleyethey had caught and of course we let them know we were professional fishermen. A few minutes later, Trent hooked a huge northern pike. Hebrought it in after about 10 minutes of fighting the trophy. Pat measured itat 43 inches. I told Trent that he caught the largest fish and that Polly wasgoing to shoot the biggest moose. Of course they laughed as we started back
to camp on the Pigeon River.
Back at the pond, I made a second set of calls. I did that every 30 minutes or so. No sooner had I sat backdown on the beaver dam, I looked behind me and sawone of the largest bull moose I had ever seen in my 30years of guiding. It was coming around the bend at theback side of the pond about 700 yards back. I motioned to Polly to slowly move over to the beaver house 15 yards to our right. We were concealed from the monster so I told her to crawl on top of the old beaver house which was covered in tall grass. She placed her backpack down as a gun rest andwe watched as the bull came slowly down the side ofthe pond in the tall grass. He was grunting with eachstep coming closer to Molly.
At about 500 yards out, he stopped and stood still for aminute or so. I made a low call back down the inlet.That started him walking and grunting again. He cameanother 100 yards or so and stopped again. Somethingwas not right. He stood there looking at Molly for another minute. I grabbed a couple of large sticks andbroke one. This started him on his quest to court Mollyagain.
At 300 yards, he stopped dead and stared at Molly. Hestood there for about eight minutes and I could tell hewas nervous. He started to look around and evenlooked back behind from where he had come. Pollyhad told me previously that that she was confidentshooting up to 300 yards with her 30-06. I whisperedto her that when he turns broadside, to get one in thelungs. No sooner had I said that, he turned toward thesafety of the tamarack trees. Polly fired. I could seethe huge bull hump up. It was a good shot. He was stillstanding so I told her to shoot again. It was anotherwell placed shot. He just stood there looking towardsthe trees. She fired again and down he went.She just sat there dumbfounded; she’d shot a trophy
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Courting Molly Polly’s Trophy Moose Adventure
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March 31 has been a traditionally popular day for ice fishing insouthern Manitoba
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Spring Closure Now Tied to Spring Break
Anglers Help SupportFisheries Science
by Paul Turenne
by Paul Turenne
That’s not because the fishing is anybetter or worse that day, or becausethe late-spring weather brings out thewarm sun. No, it’s because for manyyears, that has been the last day offishing season prior to the annualspring closure in southern Manitoba.But that is changing beginning thisspring, now that the provincial gov-ernment has officially tied the fishingseason dates to those of spring break.The season will remain open until April 3 this year to allow kids who are off school on spring break to fish right up until the daythey return to classes. The closure will then begin April 4.
As part of its annual package of proposed fishing regulation changes, the province floated the idea last year oftying the annual spring closure in southern Manitobato the end of spring break, ratherthan a hard date of April 1 everyyear. The proposal passed and willtake effect this spring, making April2016 the first April in many years tosee licensed angling in southernManitoba (except for stocked troutwaters, where the season never actu-ally closes!) The season will re-openMay 14.
With this new change, the last day offishing season every winter couldfloat anywhere up to about April 5,depending on when spring breakfalls that year. In years where springbreak ends before April 1, then theclosure would still begin on April 1,the province has stated. That changeis one of 10 that’s new to the booksfor 2016. Another major change isthe introduction of the new AquaticInvasive Species regulation, whichessentially outlaws the transportationof water, live bait and debris likesticks, mud and seaweed from one
body of water to another. The law,meant to prevent the spread of AISlike zebra mussels and spiny waterflea, also requires boaters to decon-taminate their boats, trailers and evendepth finders, when they leave a“control zone,” which are areas likethe Red River known to have an established AIS population.
Another change will allow anglers on Crowduck Lake to keep two
walleye either smaller than 45 cm (about 17.75inches) or largerthan 70 cm (about 28 inches). Everything in betweenwould have to be released. Crowduck, one of Manitoba’s most popular fisheries, has been total catch-and-release for walleye for years.
On Garner, Gem, Flintstone, Black and Long Lakes in the Nopimingarea, as well as on Atik Lake nearThe Pas, and the Goudney and MaryJane Reservoirs in the Pembina Valley, the province is changing to alimit of 4 walleyes across the board,for both conservation and regular licenses. In addition, the limit forblack crappie on Mary Jane will beset at 4 instead of 6.
Another change requires all walleyessmaller than 35 cm (about 14 inches)to be released on Pelican Lake, insouthwestern Manitoba. Speaking ofpelicans, a special conservation areawhere fishing is banned has beencreated immediately downstream ofthe Lockport dam in order to protectthe birds.
West Blue Lake is awaiting federal approval to be added to the list ofstocked trout waters, meaning itwould be exempt from the annualspring closure; while Cuddle and
When you buy a fishing license inManitoba, did you know that you’resupporting everything from theprovince’s fish-stocking program tofisheries science and school-basedrecreational angling programs?
That’s because whenever someone buys any kind of angling license inManitoba, $10 from the sale is ear-marked for the fisheries stream ofthe province’s new Fish and WildlifeEnhancement Fund. That revenue isenough to fund the WhiteshellHatchery to the tune of $850,000 peryear, with several hundred thousandover and above that reserved forfunding grants to fisheries enhance-ment projects.
To qualify for that funding, projects must fall into one of several cate-gories, including things like habitatprotection or rehabilitation, stock assessments, fisheries education, andpublic outreach. Some examples ofinitiatives that received funding in2015 include the Lac du BonnetWildlife Association Ponds, whichwill be getting a new aeration systemthanks to the fund; an effort to builda fish passage over the Shell RiverWeir; telemetry tracking of walleyein Dauphin Lake to determine theirspawning locations and to removeany barriers to the fish accessingthese locations; and support for therecreational angling education program at Winnipeg’s inner-cityDaniel McIntyre Collegiate.
The amount of money that’s divertedinto the fund is directly tied toprovincial angling license revenues.However, the new fund can also accept donations, meaning anyonefrom a private individual to a corporation looking to support thecommunity can commit funding tothese worthwhile initiatives. Anglers
who do not require a paid license,such as indigenous people, kidsyounger than 16, and senior citizens,do not automatically pay into thefund, but certainly have the option ofmaking a voluntary donation if theysupport the idea and want to seemore money reserved for fisheriesprojects.
The Whiteshell Hatchery also relies on the fund for its base operationalfunding, and many Manitobans maynot know the critical role that facilityplays in delivering thousands uponthousands of fingerlings of multiplespecies of fish to lakes across theprovince every year. The hatchery,located on Highway 312 betweenWest Hawk and Caddy Lakes, isopen to the public during the sum-mer for free tours. Visiting the facil-ity is a great way to get kidsinterested not only in angling, butalso in biology and environmentalmanagement.Paul Turenne is the Executive Director of the Manitoba Lodges and Outfitters Association. Paul represents the industryand its operators on various boards andcommittees including Fish Futures, theCanadian Federation of Outfitter Associations, and the Fish and Wildlife Enhancement Fund, on which he is vice-chair of the wildlife subcommittee. Paul isan avid hunter and angler and is dedicatedto advancing the interests of the outdoortourism industry in Manitoba.
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Pritchard Lakes in northeastern Man-itoba will become High Quality Man-
agement lakes where only singlehooks can be used.
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The three-day outdoor education program offered at Quesnel Lake Caribou Lodge is a wonderful opportunity for schools and their students acrossManitoba. This program is available during May and September.
Whether the need is to facilitate a school’s Outdoor Education or Physical Education curricula, the program can be custom designed to fulfill the objectives of any curriculum. A teacher recently commented on the experience, “We look at the greatoutdoors as one big laboratory for our students. When it’s hands-on, the mind usuallyis as well.”
During the summer of 2015, the Q Lake Program was assessed for its ability torespond to the parameters of the Aboriginal Academic Achievement (AAA) program. The Aboriginal Academic Achievement (AAA) program is an important component of the Aboriginal education priority of Manitoba Education and Advanced Learning. AAA grants provide supplemental funding for school divisions and are targeted to assist them with current programming as wellas the implementation of new programming that is focused on improving the academic success of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit (FNMI) students.
The AAA grant guidelines include a specific focus on literacy and numeracy.Gerri Crilly, Aboriginal Academic Achievement Consultant with Manitoba Educationand Advanced Learning explains further, “The numeracy and literacy component ofthe AAA grant has now moved within the context of broader school division planningand it places the grant planning for Aboriginal students within the literacy and numeracy programming for all students.”
School divisions have flexibility in allocating grant funding that is not targeted to literacy and numeracy. Some ways this is done include culturally relevant instruc-tional approaches and programming, teacher professional learning to build capacity ineffective instructional practices, linking Aboriginal education activities to curricularoutcomes, and developing land based culturally appropriate programs and activitiesfor all students.”
Charlie Simard assists with the delivery of the program at Quesnel Lake Caribou Lodge. An aboriginal elder, story teller, trapper, guide and fisherman, Charlie facilitates the cultural component of the Quesnel Lake Outdoor Education experience at the lodge. He is a First Nations born in 1949 on Black Island on Lake Winnipeg, and shares his story.
“My mother was Indian from the Hollow Water Band and my father was French-half breed born at Rice River Manitoba. We lived our entire life at Manigotogan. I learned to trap, fish, hunt, log and live off the land. I am self-taught. My parents and grandparents were my teachers.”
Whether it’s in the evening around a crackling campfire or aboard a pontoon boat, Charlie offers his young audience insight into the history of this boreal region of theeast side of Manitoba, his people and their culture. Charlie has a passion for teaching.
Processing fish for dinner offers students the opportunity to dissect and age fish with the support of aquatic biologists. A hands-on exploratory tour of an archeological siteon a Manigotagan beach brings relevance to the cultural history of the region. Recreational angling brings attention to the balance which leisure can add to our quality of life.
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Asparagus Growing Near Holland, MB
Asparagus is a food that has manyhealth benefits. Establishing a croppresents problems not found withother vegetables. However, once thecrop is established it takes less timeto maintain it than the annual opera-tions of other crops might require.
The land selected should be well drained, weed-free, and slightly alkaline. Our land met none of these requirements, but the crop thrivednevertheless. Ours is a clay soil withadequate run-off, but had the normalamount of residual weed seed fromprevious grain-growing operations.The soil is more than slightly alkaline, but the crop seemed to likeit anyway.
There are two ways of establishing the growth: 1. direct seeding and 2.using roots that were started the pre-vious year. Both seeds and roots canbe purchased or we could havestarted the seeds and transplantedthem ourselves. We chose directseeding. The cost of not using trans-plants was an additional season ofnon-production. The use of seedsmeans that the crop will be ready forlight harvest during the third yearand full harvest during the fourth. Ifone chooses to use the root-trans-plant method the crop will be readyfor full harvest in the third season.
The crop should be in rows 48” apart. We used the 42” method because that was the maximumwidth of our seeding and cultivatingmachinery. If we were to do it again,I would choose to seed it by hand atthe 48” width because the additional6”width of the rows would facilitatethe harvesting.
The crop is very tender during thefirst year and is vulnerable to almostany peril that might affect othercrops. We kept the ground between .
the rows clean of weeds with a two-row tractor mounted row-crop cultvator. This worked quite well, butthe weed growth in the rows flourished. We used a walk-behindrotary tiller to take our most of thein-row weeds and that worked ratherwell. The roots have establishedthemselves at a depth of around 6”-8”. Before the crop is ready for har-vest in the spring we use a 6’ discermounted on a tractor to cut up the
provide for the next season’s harvest.If there is significant weed growthwe use the row-crop cultivator. In many seasons this is not necessary-because the established crop is verycompetitive with the weeds. Weleave the old growth on the field overwinter to catch snow which providesinsulation for the roots. The warmerground seems to protect the roots adequately because we have neverhad any winter kill.
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who picks the crop rides within 4”from the ground and snaps the stalksof asparagus. We use the snappingmethod rather than cutting the stalksbecause this ensures that there are notough portions and that the entirestalk is edible.
During the off-season there is minimal labor. We stop harvesting on July 1 so that the plants can growand put strength into the roots to provide for the next season’s harvest.
growth of the previous year and tokill the emerging early weeds. Aftereach picking (2-3 days apart) we usea riding lawn mower to chop anyvegetation left over. If there is a significant weed growth we use thedisker. The established crop, unlikethe first-year growth, is extremelyhardy and the only problem we havehad with plant loss was when we hadan extremely wet season and the rainwater stood in one low are of thefield for a couple of weeks.
We originally picked the crop by hand while walking down the rowswith pails but found that this methodcaused much physical discomfort soI built a small wagon that we pull be-hind a garden tractor. The person
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If your plans have ever included challenging therivers of Manitoba’s remote country by canoe orkayak with family or a group of friends, thissummer may just be that time. If your focus isthe rivers about the Province’s eastside, you mayhave already identified a drop off point for yourgroup and equipment. You are likely thinkingthrough the “one car” scenario which is oftenthat one piece that needs to be resolved.Enter C and M Shuttle Service a privately owned and operated shuttle service located at the base ofthe final rapids, at the mouth of the world famous Manigotagan River near the communityof Manigotagan.
Over the many years of operation, Charlie Simard has operated a quality shuttle for back-woods travelers offering group and equipmentdrop-off and pick-up. Charlie’s staff will providevehicle parking at his location. Charlie knows thebackwoods, has lived off the land all his life and,for many years, had been employed as a watersteward with Manitoba Conservation maintainingthe canoe routes and portages in this part of theProvince. Charlie is very familiar with all of these
waterways and can offer many good suggestions to those planning an excursion. Shuttle service is offered from May 1 to October31, depending on ice breakup and freeze up.
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The relaxed pace of river cruising is one of the major benefits of this type of travel.Picture yourself enjoying a European coffee while sailing serenely down a scenicriver. As you are travelling with only 100 –200 other guests, you may experience thecomforts of a luxurious ship without feeling crowded. Take in the view from theoutdoor sun deck, the comfortable lounge,or perhaps even your own stateroom'spanoramic window or balcony. Stateroomsare well designed to maximize space. Motion discomfort is rarely an issue, as theship's movement is extremely smooth.
Cruises are synonymous with food, and river cruises are no exception. Cuisine isprepared by skilled chefs with fresh localingredients, often featuring regional special-ties. River ship dining rooms offer fine dining in a relaxed atmosphere. An openseating policy allows guests to eat when andwith whom they choose. Dress on board iscasual so there is no need to bring specialclothing. Many cruise lines offer compli-mentary wine and beer with meals, as wellas specialty coffees and other drinks. Somecruises are all-inclusive, which means alcoholic beverages are also included.
The relaxed approach extends to onboardentertainment. Local singers, dancers, ormusicians may be featured, who introduceguests to the sights and sounds of the area.Evening entertainment generally consistsof a lounge pianist or small band. Culinary demonstrations, craft displays, or wine tastings are popularevents, as are informative presenta-tions about the region. Stateroom televisions offer movies and other programming, and wifi is widelyonboard. Perhaps the main reason to consider this mode of travel is the ports.
Do you dream of visiting exotic loca-tions or sites of historical significance?River cruising allows passengers to trulyimmerse themselves in each stop on theirjourney. Because ships dock in a centrallocation of cities and towns, you cansimply walk off and explore on yourown, or take the ship's organized toursfor must-see attractions. Most tours areincluded in your cruise fare. You mayeven choose to borrow a bicycle for youradventure; ships often carry a numberfor guest use. Stops may extendovernight, giving you the opportunity toexperience the romance of cities bynight. River cruising is a unique way totravel some of the world's major riverssuch as the Rhine, Danube, Volga, Nile,Yangtze, and Mekong. Ports range frommajor centres to small villages, and offera myriad of historic and cultural sitesand events.
When all the inclusions are considered, the value of a river cruise is outstanding.The opportunity to experience breathtak-ing scenery and explore famous localesis unequalled. From luxurious accom-modation to top-of-the line cuisine to intimate on-shore experiences, rivercruising encompasses the best of travel.
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WILD SIDEby Carolyn Kosheluk
Blackflies. Wood ticks. Scrapes. Bruises. Bloodshed. Booters. Dirt.When I’ve returned from a weekend in rough shape, sporting any combination of the above, you can bet it was a great time.
Nature’s really special places are usually pretty tough to get to. Mostpeople don’t care to put in the effort,and so these places stay relatively untouched.
I have had the good fortune to enjoy many of these experiences in my life,both as a child and as an adult withmy own family. Two of our fondestadventure memories from last yearhappened in the dwindling days ofsummer. The first was a remote lakecamping trip – a family favourite type of adventure.
On these trips, our boat becomes ourpack mule, hauling everything neededfor five people to camp happily - andfish obsessively. Middle-of-nowherehighways transition into large
shortly after that trip. With no kids intow, my partner Bruce and I set outon an archery elk hunt in Manitoba’sInterlake. We chose a Wildlife Man-agement Area by studying landownermaps. It was all new to us.Mile roads showed the area to beabout 70 square miles. A series ofATV trails ran near the outer edgesand sported a small amount of elksign. Other hunters we met werewalking and calling near these trails,but received little response. These are the moments when the realadventure begins. We knew most ofthe elk would be farther into thebush, away from the well-traffickedroutes. Our only plan, direction-wise, was to hunt into the wind.
Quickly we found ourselves in swamps. They were hot and stale,
more real. Set on an island milesfrom another soul, it’s truly remote.The weather feels more intense. The
days are simpler, in that there’s less to do, but more complicated by the lack of life’s conveniences.
Foul weather set the stage forour most recent trip. Summerstorms and howling winds put our little camp to the test.Bundled in a tent under driving rain, the island felt even smaller, and civilizationfelt impossibly far away. We came home damp, chilled, hungry and grubby,
yet sad to leave it all behind. Thekids felt triumphantly connectedwith nature, raw and unpredictable,and it was pure magic.
Hunting season began to open
waterways where sometimes we rideover miles of swells, zig zag throughreefs, and carefully navigate througha maze of islands.
Camping like this, everything feels
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which suited the blackflies and mos-quitoes. Then tangles of willowsscraped our faces and snagged ourbows. Deadfall tripped us up infields of tall, yellow grass. Dottedbetween these challenges, stands ofspruce revealed more fresh elkscrapes than we could have imag-ined.
It was pre-rut. When we found sign, we raked branches hard, mimickingthe sound of antlers smashing trees.We alternated bugle and cow calls,knowing the bulls were searching forfights and females. Within a fewhours of leaving the ATV trail, thebulls started crashing in.
During that weekend alone, we saw six large bulls up close. We had ourbows drawn several times. We broketrail 12 hours each day, and we nei-
ther saw nor heard another hunter.I didn’t fill my tag on that trip. Theperfect shot was never there. But yet,it was the most exhilarating hunt ofmy life. We found massive sheds,ample elk sign, and exchanged manychallenges with monster bulls. Theseare the kinds of memories most people never have the opportunity tomake.
It doesn’t really matter how you get there - on foot, in a boat or canoe,via float plane or on washboardroads. It really just comes down tomaking the effort to push a littleharder and go a little farther thanmost. Those of us who do are rewarded with the special kind ofmemories that can only be shared faroff the beaten path.
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Courting Molly Polly’s Moose Adventure
moose. I suggested we go see hertrophy. And she said, ” I can’t.”
“What’s wrong?’ I asked her. “I can’t, I am shaking so bad!” Aminute later I grabbed he back packand gun. It took about 5 minutes towalk the 500 yards.Polly could’t believe her eyes…….the size of thebody and of course the hugerack.She gave me a big hug and said,“Thank you! Thank you!” She couldn’t believe she’d shot a monsterfor the first moose.
Now the real work began and it was all we could do to turn the head andget him on his back. It was gettinglate. The two of us gutted the moosein record time. Polly didn’t mind get-ting blood on her hands and was abig help for this 63 year old guide.We left my inner jacket on one of thelegs and headed back to camp. It was dark when we arrived. Theboys saw the blood on us and con-gratulations were in order.
“Hey, Trent, didn’t I say that Pollywould shoot a big bull?
would shoot a big bull?
We were up early the next morning, had coffee and toast and then headeddown the river. Trent an Pat juststood there in awe. It was a huge. Ittook us 5 hours to cape, bone-outand backpack everything the 600yards back to our boat and canoe.Trent was so tired after all his hardwork. He wouldn’t have enoughroom for another moose in the insu-lated box he’d built.
His next words were, “Let’s go fishing.”
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Younger me, life never really turnedout how we thought it would. I didn'tget my Hogwarts letter on myeleventh birthday, didn't get super-powers when I was twelve, and Ihaven't started a band, either. Andnow, I don't even have a clue whatthe future holds, although I am fairlycertain I will not find a dragon egg inthe backyard. It's time to makechoices; where to go, what to take,who to be. The more I think about it,
the more I think of you, hanging upside down on the swing set. I just hope you won't be disapointed.I just hope that whoever I turn out tobe, you will still be proud. Still fullof wonder, happy with the world. Ihope I'll still pause and admire themoon for you, take a picture of thesunset, laugh at that stupid wood-pecker who always pecks that metalsign.
The world is big; a lot bigger than we ever imagined, full of adventuresand surprises, heartache and heart-break, fear and excitement, andeverything in between. But youknow what? I believe if I keep you inmind, nothing can stop me. Becauseyou are the reason I am like thistoday; the reason the outdoors bringsme so much peace, the thought ofadventures makes me excited, andthe comfort of knowing everyday thesun will come up no matter whathappens.
So thank you, younger me, for hav-ing a love affair with the outdoors,for seeing the wonder in everythingand teaching me that it's okay to falland get dirty sometimes.
I'll make you proud, I promise.
by LindsayMichiels
Dear younger me;
It has been awhile since we've last talked, but I think you would be impressed of what I have done. Remember when you climbed to therock that sticks out of the big hill?How happy you were when youreached it? Well, you should haveseen what I climbed this summer. Itmakes that rock look like a pebble.Remember how you could barelybike down the lane and back with-out gasping for breath? Well, nowI've finally made it to the mile road.Without breaking a sweat, I mayadd. If I go fast enough, I some-times let go of the handlebars, letting my fingers dip in the breeze.You were always too scared to dothat, especially after that crash. Istill have a scar on my shoulderfrom it.
Dad still piles snow during the win-ter, but I've found a much steeper,faster hill to toboggan down. In thespring, I still explore the creek withthe dog, I finally walked through theculvert. It is a lot bigger than youthought, I got a lot of water in myboots, but it was worth it.
When you get to high school, you'regoing to appreciate naps more thanyou ever had before, believe me.You might not be able to play out-side as much, but once you get yourlicense, just think of all the backroads you can explore.
Lindsay Michiels is 18 years ofage, lives in rural Manitoba andwill be graduating from highschool this year".
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After breakfast last Tuesday, Fredlogged 15 minutes of airtime to per-form a quick check on the herd in hisfarthest north pasture. On Thursday,he and his wife Sarah lifted off aboutan hour before sunset. Their mission... to scout for bear that are vandaliz-ing the corn fields bordering the treeline on the east edge of theirproperty. Spotting the bear, Fredpulls in on the control bar to descend.As the bear retreat to the shelter beltat the fence line, Sarah captures theactivity on camera. The crop damageis disheartening. She will send thephotos to the insurance adjuster latertonight
Fred and Sarah took lessons togetheras a couple at Adventure At Altitude in Steinbach.
Today’ it’s Sunday and they’re off to visit a friend. As Sarah puts the powerful Rotax 582 through its runup checks, Fred does a final reviewof the aerial map and powers up theGPS…the trip from Portage to Steinbach takes just 45 minutes. The takeoff roll down their drivewayis less than 100 feet. In no time at all,they’ll be touching down in theirfriend's backyard.
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It's better if you have a plan for success. There arelots of running programs available, you just have tolook for one that suits your needs. You can start offdoing mostly walking, with short periods of run-ning, and build up until you can run a mile or two.At that point, you might want to set different goals.Those goals may or may not include running in amarathon!
Here is an example of a simple running program:Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays:Walk 2 minutes, run 1 minute. Repeat ten times.Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays:Walk 30 minutes.Sundays: RestWhen you feel comfortable doing so, change theprogram to this:
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays:Walk 1 minute, run two minutes. Repeat ten times.Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays:Walk 30 minutes. Sundays: RestThere! You have a plan, and you are on your way!I'll see you on the road.Judy McKellar, Certified Fitness Instructor and owner of Gloves On! Gym
Want to Run Again? Have a Plan
Run for the Hills Boston-qualifying marathon held in rural Manitoba
When community leaders gathered inJanuary 2005 to come up with a planfor a unique event that would pro-mote Treherne, and also raise fundsfor community projects, the Run forthe Hills was born. Funds raised bythe marathon are used for commu-nity projects such as the local swimming pool, campground, school
playground equipment, and the vol-unteer fire department. A portion ofthe funds is also donated to CancerCare. Keith Sparling, Past Presidentof the local Chamber of Commerce,and current Marathon CommitteeChairperson, says, “Because of Runfor the Hills, a lot more people knowthat Treherne is located on Highway2, half way between Winnipeg andBrandon.”
An Event for EveryoneRun for the Hills, as the name sug-gests, is a challenging event, and oneon many Marathoners’ “Bucket List.”The full 26.2 mile marathon route iscertified by Athletics Canada.
Changes have been made over the years with the addition of a 5K runor walk in 2010 that has been popular with families and aspiringmarathoners.
2016 will see the addition of the new“Flat Half,” a less challenging half-marathon route. The original half-marathon includes most of the hills
Over the years, runners have comefrom as far away as England andNew Zealand. There are some whohave set goals of running a marathonin every province in Canada andevery state in the USA. One man’sgoal is to run 100 marathons, and hehas already run the ManitobaMarathon for several years. Thereare even a few runners who run without shoes, no easy feat on agravel road!
On facebook, one marathon runner shares, “I can’t say enough about thisrace. The scenery, the challenge, thewonderful people of Treherne. Tellyour friends about this one as it is aunique experience.” And yet anothersays, “After living in flat Winnipegfor 2 years (I’m from the UK) I re-ally enjoyed the rolling hills. I will definitely be back next year,”
Run with Family and Friends
Sometimes, it's a family affair. The Smart family typically has 2 or 3 runners, but one year they were
joined by other family members from New Zealand, Ottawa, Edmonton. Winnipeg and Winkler! The Boulet and Mangin families from rural Manitoba gather for a picnic in the grass near the finish line so they'll be close to celebrate when family members arrive. Several of their children are entering the 5 and 10K categories before they grow into the half and full marathons.
There have been 2 marriage propos-als on race day - one just a few milessouth of town and the other right atthe finish line. Another couple fromMinnedosa celebrated their first anniversary by running the halfmarathon, she, wearing a bridal veiland he, a tux T-shirt.
Volunteers Make the DifferenceLike most small rural communities, Treherne and area rely on volunteersto “Get it Done.” Along with themain organizing committee, othercommittees include Marketing andPromotions, Track, Emergency Services, Registration and Awards,and Hospitality.
The Race Director is the key person who coordinates the event. The eventrequires over 125 volunteers who donate over 500 hours annually tomake the event happen!
Experience the Country Hospitality
What makes the Run for the Hills unique? Maybe it's the piano playing"Chariots of Fire" as runners go past.Maybe it's the smiling volunteers atthe aid stations along the route or the
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On September 11, 2016 the town of Treherne will hold the 12th annual Boston-qualifying marathon, with options for a half marathon, 10 K and 5 K run. Thiscommunity-sponsored event attracts up to 500 runners from all over Manitoba,as well as the U.S. and other provinces. This event is the only full marathon inrural Manitoba, and runners get to experience the beauty of the scenic hillssouth of Treherne.
of the full marathon and will continue as the “Hilly Half “event.Runners experience the challenge ofclimbing the hills, but are rewardedby a sense of accomplishment andthe panoramic view at the top. The10 K and 5K runs offer other options for the athletes. All 5 racesare timed using chip technology.
home-made muffins at the end of therun. Could it be the enthusiastic groupclustered at the finish line handing outthe finishing medals to the very proud,but exhausted participants? Whatever itis, some runners come back year afteryear and smile right back at the volun-teers!
Register early and Enter-to-Win aFishing Vacation for you and 5 friends. Each person registering in the marathon before July2nd will have their names entered into adraw for a “Fully Guided, 3 Day Fish-ing Package for 6” at Manitoba’s Ques-nel Lake Caribou Lodge. This prizepackage is transferable if you shouldchoose to gift it to another.
How to Register You and your group can register for therace by contacting the Race Director,Judy McKellar at [email protected]. You can also register online at the Running Room website. Register early!A discount will apply when you registerbefore July 15, 2016.
Treherne is located along Highway #2, about halfway between Brandon andWinnipeg.
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Another beautiful Christmas has come andgone…family, friends…wonders of His Loveand there it was as I turned the corner into thekitchen early Christmas morn. The clean whitetable, the empty sink…
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Rural Outdoors
From fishing on the Dauphin River asa young as I can remember, to hikingin the Whiteshell, hunting birds in theInterlake and camping as a family allover the province, this is what the out-doors means to me.
But what else makes this home province of mine so special?
On any given day I can target a varietyof fish species within a 3 hour radiusaround Winnipeg. How about targetingmassive sturgeon in Point du Bois?,casting giant Northern pike in Lac duBonnet, targeting monster tiger andbrown trout in Twin lakes, catfish rodbending tanks in Lockport and best ofall Cranking up Lake Winnipeg“greenback” walleye, did I say why Ilove this province?
Then comes the fall!
My quandary in the fall is what do I chase, birds or fish? It seems like moreand more weekends I am on the waterfishing tournaments, just another addiction to feed. But there is alwaystime to hunt in the best flyway inNorth America, mallards, green wing,pintails and my favorite species of all,canvasback!
This leads me to my next topic, cooking your harvest.
Being a professional Chef with 29 years of experience has its benefitswhen being creative in the kitchen.People ask me all the time, “what isthe best way to cook geese or duck”?Let’s look at goose shall we? Shouldwe cure it, have it smoked, grilled,make sausages, pastrami etc, the possibilities are endless, just DON”Tthrow it into the oven and cook it likethe Christmas turkey!
The most important thing to rememberis these are migratory birds of flight,they get lots of exercise, in otherwords, little or no fat and can be toughlike heck when overcooked.
Now the question is, what is my
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This website is called, “Share the Outdoors”, a fantastic link with absolutelyeverything you could possible imagineto do with the outdoors.www.sharetheoutdoors.com/cooking
Maple-Bourbon Spiced Duck with Fall RoastedVegetablesDuck MarinadeFour small duck breasts (Mallard,Canvasback, Teal), fat and skin re-moved2 tsp (10ml) Cabela’s Maple-Bourbonseasoning (can use salt and pepper)¼ cup (60ml) brandy2 cloves garlic, finely chopped1 orange, freshly squeezed3 Tbs (45ml) Olive oil
VegetablesBaby carrots, peeled cut in halfSmall beets, peeled, cut in quarters2 bell peppers, cut into quartersFreshly ground black peppercorns1 tsp (5ml) chopped fresh thymeKosher saltOlive oil
Fried carrot strips for garnishPea shoots for garnish, optional
Marinade the duck in the above ingredients, place in fridge for 3 hours orovernight.Cut and prepare all of the vegetables,toss in oil and seasoning and place ona parchment lined pan, preheat oven to400’f.The vegetables will take between 30-45 minutes, cook duck to be ready atthe same time.Remove duck from fridge, place onpaper towel to absorb excess moisture.It is best to use a Teflon pan for cook-ing the duck, place on medium-high
heat, add a small amount of canola oil.Season the duck with Kosher salt, searto golden brown on both sides, place
Cooking Your HarvestCombining the love of the great outdoors
The outdoors. This is what has consumed me for the betterpart of 40 years, to discover what nature has to offer.
Jeff & Tara Miller100 Acre Woods Photography
in oven and cook to an internal temperature of 130’f, will take around 7 minutes. When finished,
remove from oven, place on a plate to rest. In the meantime, check seasoning and doneness for the vegetables, when finished place on serving tray. Rest duck for 10 minutes, slice thinly and place on top of the vegetables, pour remain-ing juices over top as well.It’s that easy!
Happy cooking.
Cameron TaitChef du Cuisine, Cabela’s Pro Staff, Outdoor Canada Culinary Editor
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Located in the rural community of Treherne, Manitoba, business ownerGeorge Adam runs a family businesswith his wife, Lynne, that has evolvedover the years from its early stages asa bookkeeping and tax business, to afull service financial planning com-pany. George’s daughter, Jolene, andher husband, Curtis, have joined the business, putting the succession plan in place, giving clients peace of mind knowing thatthe business will continue to service their needs for many years to come.
George started his career in financein the banking industry in 1969. After ending ten years of banking experience in and within the city limits, it was time for George to moveback to his roots. After making thatdecision it became clear that he wasdestined to create a business specifically for the people in ruralManitoba. Now, thirty-four years later,Adam Accounting Service and AdamLee Financial have evolved into athriving full service business servingclients all across Manitoba.
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We look forward to what the future may bring, and how we may change and adapt with our clients’ needs. Ourclients become our friends as we worktogether on their path to retirementand beyond. Our family is dedicatedto the well-being of our clients as wecontinue to mold to their ever-changing needs.
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Manitobans recognize it is time to move beyondoutdated and unsustainable ways of dealing withsewage in favor of responsible sustainable methods. New Regulations brought in by Manitoba Conservation reflect this reality. Theseregulations include requiring a minimum two-acre lot size for the installation of disposal fieldsand preventing septic fields in a number of sensitive areas including Crown land & cottagedevelopments. A three-kilometer wide corridoralong the Red River between Winnipeg and Selkirk and the abandonment of existing sewage ejectors when a property is sold are new measures. As these rules & regulations have been updated and implemented in Manitoba, cases are currently under review for another round of additions, necessitating the need for education. In today’s regulatory landscape the “licensed” septic installer has to undergo a full week of training by an accredited College. This course is the minimum standard required to receive certifica-tion from Manitoba Conservation and be allowed to install septic systems in the Provinceof Manitoba. Numerous other courses are also
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As newer treatment systems are introduced and the installer is educated as to the design parameters, new and innovative practices are being allowed in the Province of Manitoba. Formerly a site with a failing system and limitedproperty for a new system would have had to install a holding tank, an expensive proposition for a family. Some of the newer advanced secondary treatment systems may be allowed under a variance from Manitoba Conservation,
saving the homeowner thousands of dollars inpump out charges. These systems can also, by way of a variance be installed on propertiesthat are under the two acre minimum, as longas it was subdivided prior to the year 2009.
Currently, homeowners selling a property are becoming aware that the disposal system ontheir property may be an impediment to thesale, of which banks and insurance companiesare acutely aware. Lawsuits are becomingmore common as the result of thefailure to disclose such problems prior to the sale of the property. Having the system inspected by a certified wastewater installerwill alleviate future problems.
With the advancement of on-site wastewater technology, many sites that werepreviously unviable are now appropriatefor development. Careful evaluation by aknowledgeable installer can save a considerable amount of money and griefwhen trying to develop or upgrade a property.
In conclusion it is up to the propertyowner to ensure that whether it is a newsystem or an existing system, carefulconsideration of all the facts by a certifiedinstaller can save a lot of time and moneygoing forward. The following organiza-tions can provide the information you require to make an informed decision.
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Matt Falk
Comedy Weekend
Live ConcertCTTaylor’S
HONKY TONK BLUZ & COUNTRY
BOOK YOUR GROUP’S PRIVATE CABIN EARLY!
WHEN:WHERE:
Your Saturday Agenda:
Saturday, July 16, 2016QLake Caribou Lodge
• Fishing all day - Introductory guiding provided at no charge • Catered Dinner at 5:00 pm
• Live concert - 6-11 pm, Lakeside at the Lodge
QLake Caribou Lodge1.877.305.5526 • [email protected]
Manitoba’s 2015 Record
Master Angler 35.5”
Walleye caught here!
• ACCOMMODATIONS: Private cabin for 8 or more • INTRODUCTORY GUIDING: Provided first day•BOAT(S): 17’ or 18’/40 HP. - sonar boat(s), live well• SAUNA: Unlimited use of wood-fired “Sauna Quesnel”
May be upgraded to a fully guided Pontoon Fishing Adventure
Visit us at www.qlakelodge.com
3-Day Group
$333
$495
5-Day Group
3Nights
5Nights
per person CD$
per person CD$$111/day • May 15-Sept 15
$99/day • July 1-Sept 15
Call or email for more info
1.877.305.5526
Caribou LodgeQuesnel Lake
Driveto Lodge
•
Remote Drive-to Fishing
THE RATES SHOWN ABOVE ARE VALID FOR SIX OR MORE ADULTS
Includes:
Golden Walleye Comedy Weekend
August 20, 2016, Evening Stage
Exclusive to guests visiting QuesnelLake Caribou Lodge. Over two hours offree entertainment featuring our headliner, as well as additional videodcomedic performances . A fun eveningand a great way to top up a great day of fishing!
FREE!
BOOKING:Book your group’s cabin for the weekend of August 19-21st. Contact Carol at1.877.305.5526, or [email protected]
LIVE
Matt is one of thefreshest, quickest,high-energy, comics that I haveseen. There issomething very likable about Matt’s stage presence that justdraws in an audience and oncedrawn in he makesthem laugh, andlaugh hard. – Leland Klassen
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