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The Top Dog at Half Moon |
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Date: May / 21 / 2013
Fill up at the Half Moon
The beloved Lockport drive-in celebrates 75 years of burgers, hot dogs & shakes this summer. You want fries with that?
A chat with Wayne McIntosh about the history and special features of Half Moon Drive In and the memorabilia lovingly collected to preserve those special times.
by Doug Lunney -Wpg. Sun
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Manitoba’s South Interlake ATV Club is proud of its trail and riding |
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Date: May / 21 / 2013
The South Interlake ATV (SIATV) Club is home to the first and currently only designated ATV trail in Manitoba. The club was formed in the spring of 2008 by a group of enthusiasts who wanted to increase the acceptance of and opportunities for recreational ATVing in the area—which includes the areas around Warren, Woodlands, Argyle and Stonewall in the rural municipalities of Woodlands and Rockwood. In the future, the club would like to see a provincewide system of connected trails similar to those of Snoman, the provincial snowmobiling organization.
RidersWest » Manitoba »by KAREN KORNELSEN
Published April 2013
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St. Andrews Rectory becomes new home for the St. Andrews Heritage Centre |
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Date: May / 17 / 2013
A Ribbon cutting ceremony followed greetings from James Bezan-MP for Selkirk/ Interlake today as he commended the hard work and efforts by the St. Andrews Heritage Centre volunteers for pushing forward on an agreement with Parks Canada.
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Interlake Arts, Life & Leisure Magazine finalist for BEST NEW MAGAZINE! |
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Date: May / 04 / 2013
Interlake Arts, Life & Leisure magazine is a finalist in the annual Western Magazine Awards for 'BEST NEW MAGAZINE". Spread the word!
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How OUR Interlake Geocoins are making a name for themselves! |
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Date: January / 06 / 2013
The Interlake Tourism Association in the heart of Manitoba has 3 Geocoins in their series now. You often wonder what others think and many geocachers commonly comment " nice coin", "nice description" etc. but once in awhile we hear more... See below on one of our 2008 coins that sat in Newfoundland for a very, very long time.
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The 2010 beauty brings joy to many! |
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Date: January / 06 / 2013
See our 2nd in the Interlake series of geocoins.... celebrates the Interlake area of Manitoba and the beauty we are surrounded by...
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2012-2013 Geocoin celebrates ITA's 20th Year! |
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Date: January / 06 / 2013
Celebrating ITA's 20 years as an organization in 2012 and Oak Hammock Marsh's 20th Anniversary in 2013 this geocoin is another beauty!
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PROVINCE HONOURS SMALL BUSINESS WITH NEW CENTURY BUSINESS RECOGNITION AWARD -CONGRATULATIONS to H. P. Tergesen & Sons |
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Date: October / 12 / 2012
Congratulations on being honoured by the Province of Manitoba for being a 100+ year continuously run business in the province.
H.P. Tergesen & Sons now has the 4th generation of family managing this general store that was built in 1899 & remains on the same corner in Gimli. Situated on the corner of 1st Ave. and Central St. Tergesen's is an institution in Gimli.
"Our company's longevity is a direct result of providing a service that is second to none to our customers," said Stefan Tergesen, manager, H.P. Tergesen & Sons. "On behalf of H.P. Tergesen's, we are honoured to receive this recognition."
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WINNBAC The WAVE Studio Artists Tour wins the Interlake Award of Distinction |
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Date: September / 21 / 2012
This award recognizes exceptional leadership that helps the Interlake and Manitoba realize distinction as a high quality tourism destination.
The WAVE Studio Artists Tour has taken place for 12 years growing each year and providing an Artistic and Cultural Tourism experience for visitors.
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Glenn Byron & Fraser Stewart tie for Volunteer of the Year Award |
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Date: September / 21 / 2012
This award recognizes outstanding contributions without financial compensation to the Interlake tourism industry. Without volunteers the majority of our rural events and attractions would not exist.
Absolutely outstanding nominees for Volunteer of the Year led to a tie for first place with the other nominees only 1 & 2 points behind. We have some amazing people who believe in the Interlake & working to make it a better place.Glenn has proved “small towns can dream big” when a
strong group of volunteers work towards a common goal.
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2012 "Celebration of Stars" in the Interlake |
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Date: September / 20 / 2012
co-emcee Henry Sikora entertains the members and guests of ITA
Congratulations to all nominees and to the winners of the Interlake Tourism Awards! This event was held at Camp Douglas[formerly Camp Y] just west of Woodlands..
The evening began with a guided Bus trip to Twin Beaches area on Lake Manitoba to see first hand the changes to this area due to 2011 flooding and to see the restoration underway.
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CJ 107 Radio in Gimli takes home the Non-Member Tourism Award |
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Date: September / 20 / 2012
Town of Arborg Councilor Erica Olafson presents award to Bill Gade-owner of CJ 107.
Non-Member Interlake Tourism Award
This award recognizes an industry group or business, which is not a member of the Interlake Tourism Association that contributes significantly to tourism in the Interlake.
CJ 107 Radio fits this definition very well.
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Hitch'n Post Ranch takes home the Service Excellence Award |
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Date: September / 20 / 2012
RM of Woodlands Councilor Ila Buchanan presents Kyle Anderson of the Hitch 'n Post Ranch the Service Excellence Award.
This award recognizes exemplary service and enhancement of visitor experiences as demonstrated through a high degree of visitor satisfaction.
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Lockport Dam Family Festival takes Event of the Year Award home |
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Date: September / 20 / 2012
This award recognizes an event that:
* Increases visitation to the community & region * Demonstrates the ability to successfully satisfy visitor expectations * Generates / stimulates tourism and economic activity in the community & region
The Lockport Dam Family Festival promotes, educates and engages people in the unique history, aboriginal settlement, and multicultural development of the Lockport area, and the St Andrew’s Lock and Dam a center point in the transportation of goods and services along the Red River to and from Lake Winnipeg
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Integrity Foods |
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Date: September / 20 / 2012
This award recognizes a business or organization that has developed or expanded a new or existing tourism product.
Lots of laughter, fun and tasty foods will accompany this new experience at Integrity Foods as you spend a day on the farm. This Agri- tourism experience is customized according to what they want to learn & to their experience level.
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Ledarney Manor honored with Marketing Excellence Award |
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Date: September / 20 / 2012
This award recognizes a marketing campaign that contributes to promoting Manitoba as a quality destination,and demonstrates effectiveness in increasing tourism in and to the Interlake and Manitoba.
Charm, unique experiences and a historic past will be shared by the visitors coming to this charming Bed & Breakfast. Ledarney Manor is operated by Nova House Inc. as part of their charity.
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Two take home the hardware! or Glassware at the 2011 Travel Mb. held on Monday, September 10th, 2012. |
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Date: September / 12 / 2012
Interlake's five finalists were joined by others from around the province to wait in anticipation of the announcement of the winner in each category. The Interlake was well represented by the following:
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CONGRATULATIONS to Leigh Cochrane Memorial Visitors Centre |
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Date: September / 12 / 2012
George Crate,representing the Leigh Cochrane Memorial Visitors Centre & Ochekwi-sipi EDC accepted the Partnership Award on behalf of the above groups and their partners - the Fisher River First Nation.
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CONGRATULATIONS to Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre |
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Date: September / 11 / 2012
Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre takes home the Glassware for Marketing Excellence at the Travel Mb. Tourism Awards!
Accepting award: Nathalie Bays, Jacques Bourgeois
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Savour the Flavour of the Interlake Dinner at the Fort set for Open Farm Day |
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Date: September / 07 / 2012
Sunday September 16 is Open Farm Day with the Savour the Flavour of the Interlake Dinner at Lower Fort Garry NHS as a great way to finish touring the Interlake farms.
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NOMINATIONS for Interlake Tourism AWARDS 2012 |
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Date: August / 11 / 2012
Do you have a favorite restaurant, festival or event that you always have a great time at, that has great service.
Check out the Online forms on the Home page of the ITA website to find the nomination form - enter them into the race for the BEST of the INTERLAKE!
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Congratulations Joyce Neyedly on receiving the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal |
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Date: June / 18 / 2012
The Interlake Tourism Association is proud to announce Joyce Neyedly, Chairperson & 30 year Volunteer with the Manitoba Highland Gathering has been awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal.
This medal is awarded to Canadians who make significant contributions and achievements in their communities and in Canada.
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Whytewold Emporium moves into Finalist category for Service Excellence! |
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Date: June / 18 / 2012
Congratulations to the Whytewold Emporium owners Karen & Jan Cote and their staff on being a finalist in the provincial Service Excellence Award category.
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Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre moves forward into the finalist category ... |
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Date: June / 18 / 2012
One of the Interlake's best known attractions, Oak Hammock Marsh has moved into the finalist category for Marketing Excellence Award at the Manitoba Tourism Awards to be presented in September.
Congratulations on all the great work you do and the great partner you are to ITA.
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Leigh Cochrane Memorial Visitors Centre of Fisher River announced as a finalist! |
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Date: June / 18 / 2012
Congratulations to the Leigh Cochrane Memorial Visitors Centre at Koostatak on the Fisher River First Nations. They are finalists in the Travel Manitoba Provincial Partnership Award category.
Holding annual activities and celebrations on the grounds that sit along the Fisher River the Community Celebrations run along with the Treaty Days and Powwow.
They also partner with the Band Council and Manitoba Conservation to work on maintaining the environmental integrity of the area.
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Sustainable Tourism Award finalist- Congratulations to Second Nature- Adventures in Discovery... |
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Date: June / 18 / 2012
Dr. Heather Hinam PhD, owner and operator of Second Nature-Adventures in Discovery was thrilled to learn that her company is a finalist in the Travel Mb. Tourism Awards.
Eco-tourism is on the rise in Manitoba and the experience based tourism offering is an exciting and thrilling product to offer.
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Gimli Film Fest moves into finalist spot for Award of Distinction... |
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Date: June / 18 / 2012
Congratulations to the Gimli Film Fest on their finalist nomination in the Travel Manitoba 2011 Tourism Awards.
Gimli Film Fest is in it's 12th year and is a leading movie and film industry organization standing out as one of the best in Canada.
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Narcisse Snake Dens ripe for viewing |
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Date: May / 10 / 2012
While Mother's Day has normally been prime viewing time this year is a bit different with the early spring and warmer weather over the winter.
The Narcisse Snake Dens are very active right now and should be for another 10 days to 2 weeks.
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Narcisse Snake Dens update |
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Date: April / 19 / 2012
Update: on the activity at the dens.
Den 3 is very active, with 2 – 3 thousand snakes present. Other dens should become active next week.
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Narcisse Snake Dens comes alive again! |
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Date: April / 18 / 2012
With spring underway in the Interlake the emergence fo the thousands of Red-sided Garter Snakes at Narcisse Snake Dens begins.
Come out to see the wiggling mass of male snakes that attempt to attrack the females as they emerge from the den.
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Oak Hammock Jacques recognized as Provincial Tourism Ambassador |
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Date: January / 20 / 2012
For over 10 years, Jacques Bourgeois has been dedicated to making Oak Hammock Marsh a great place to visit. A dynamic man, Jacques is always looking for new ways to enhance the visitor experience. Jacques’ goal is to treat everyone who comes to the marsh like a VIP, no matter who they are. His passion for what Oak Hammock Marsh and the Interlake region have to offer is truly contagious and an inspiration to visitors and fellow industry members alike.
This is a Travel Manitoba Ambassador acknowledgement.
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Hallowween is just around the corner!! |
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Date: October / 25 / 2011
Have a Halloween Adventure!
Come to the Interlake for one of the many and varied Halloween offerings.
We offer family events, ghost tales and ADULT only happenings so make sure you make your way just outside the north perimeter for some Happy Halloween spookings!
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Ochekwi-sipi EDC takes the ITA Partnership Award |
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Date: September / 22 / 2011
This award recognizes partnerships and alliances that demonstrate the power & value of cooperative approaches to tourism promotion, development or delivery in Manitoba.
Congratulations to the Ochekwi-sipi Economic Development Corporation/ Leigh Cochrane Memorial Visitors Centre on their work with the Fisher River Cree Nation Band Council & Mb. Conservation on their ongoing tourism product offerings.
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Second Nature-Adventures in Discovery wins the Sustainable Tourism Award at Interlake Tourism Awards Dinner |
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Date: September / 22 / 2011
This award recognizes excellence in the delivery of a product or service that effectively demonstrates sustainable tourism practices. Sustainable tourism encourages the practice of tourism & development as a positive experience for the local people, the"tousism companies and the tourists themselves.
Dr. Heather Hinam PhD is moving eco tourism opportunities forward by building her new business in the Interlake.
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Oak Hammock Marsh wins the Marketing Excellence Award at the ITS's Celebration of Stars |
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Date: September / 22 / 2011
This award recognizes a marketing campaign that contributes to promoting Manitoba as a quality destination,and demonstrates effectiveness in increasing tourism in and to the Interlake and Manitoba.
Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre takes the win for Marketing Excellence in the Interlake!
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Whytewold Emporium wins the Service Excellence ITA Award |
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Date: September / 22 / 2011
This award recognizes exemplary service and enhancement of visitor experiences as demonstrated through a high degree of visitor satisfaction.
Whytewold Emporium certainly does this and more, offering an extension of Service & updating their menu to supply new features all the time.
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Gimli Film Festival wins the Interlake Award of Distinction at Interlake |
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Date: September / 21 / 2011
This award recognizes exceptional leadership that helps the Interlake realize distinction as a high quality tourism destination.
For the past 11 years the Gimli Film Festival has certainly been bringing National and International visitors as viewers & competitors at their festival.
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Rachelle Burak wins Volunteer of the Year |
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Date: September / 21 / 2011
This award recognizes outstanding contributions without financial compensation to the Interlake tourism industry.
We know that volunteers are the life blood of our small rural communities and over 25 years Rachelle has proven that time again with numerous projects she has worked on in Arborg.
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Gimli Model Air Fest wins ITA Award for Product Development |
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Date: September / 21 / 2011
This award recognizes a business or organization that has developed or expanded a new or existing
tourism product.
The Gimli Model Air Fest volunteer group enjoys bringing avid air model participants from across North America and some times from overseas. This group has in 8 years hosted thousands of visitors each year that come to Gimli to enjoy spending time with people of common interest. They come for days ahead to visit and compare planes and showcase them during the Air Show Day on the Sunday.
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South Interlake ATV Club wins Interlake Non-Member Tourism Award |
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Date: September / 20 / 2011
Interlake Tourism Association is a membership based organization, however each year we celebrate excellence in other tourism businesses that we work with, that are complimentary to our members to acknowledge what these businesses & groups are doing to promote the Interlake.
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