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Connecting

humans
with
nature.

Immerse yourself in the outdoors, without leaving the city. Winnipeg’s urban nature oasis is the perfect place to explore, wander, and discover something new.

Immerse yourself in the outdoors, without leaving the city. Winnipeg’s urban nature oasis is the perfect place to explore, wander, and discover something new.

Colder days are here!

Enjoy the magic of time outdoors.

Discover nature as you stroll through sparkling snow, watch prancing deer, and make memories to last a lifetime!

bannock around sticks being roasted over a campfire

Try Something New

If you’re new to getting outside or want to try something different, FortWhyte Alive is the perfect place to do it. Our equipment rentals and interpretive programming will have you discovering a new way to enjoy the outdoors in no time.

people shopping in Nature Nook store

Shop Local

Shop locally-made, environmentally-friendly gifts at the Nature Shop to help you and your loved ones connect with nature. Or stop by the Buffalo Stone Cafe for a bite of locally sourced, delicious fare.

people walk towards FortWhyte Alive building in winter

Hit the Trail

Whether it’s by walking through our aspen forest or wandering our network of wetland boardwalk experience the restorative power of time in nature.

Binoculars, coffee and birding book

Spot Wildlife

Catch a glimpse of the many animals that call FortWhyte home. It’s a birders paradise with more than 160 species sighted.

Do Something Special

Enjoy a stunning sunset dinner, tee up in support of environmental education or indulge in our sumptuous Harvest Supper. When you attend one of our signature events, you support essential environmental education for local youth.

Forest School leader guiding group of children in autumn

Get your class outside

Our curriculum-informed K-12 programming provides everything you need for outstanding environmental education at your school and at FortWhyte Alive.