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The Canadian Power Toboggan Championship (page 49) celebrates 50 years from March 2 to 4 with their annual races in Beausejour. Sports Illustrated came out to write about the exciting new event in 1964. Among the highlights over the years was race driver Jacques Villeneuve winning the 25th anniversary championship race. By 1996, over 10,000 spectators attended.
p: 204-268-2049 w: www.cptcracing.com
Take to the trails this winter and do a little cross country skiing or snowshoeing in Eastern Manitoba. Some of the best cross country skiing opportunities in the province are available in this region. For example, start near the Falcon Trails Resort and ski through the trees of the Boreal forest to explore the Trans Canada Trails.
p: 204-349-8273 w: www.falcontrails.mb.ca
Meet up with friends both old and new at Festival des Amis - the Festival of Friends (page 55) during the Louis Riel Day long weekend in Saint Malo Provincial Park, Saint Malo. This celebration of culture, cuisine and tradition encourages everyone to get out and enjoy winter by skiing, tobogganing, skating and snowshoeing, with food, entertainment and winter family fun for all.
p: 204-347-5869 w: www.friendsofstmalopark.com
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