ak Hammock Marsh is home to 25 species of mam- mals, 300 species of birds, numerous amphibians, reptiles and fish, and countless invertebrates. During migration season, the number of waterfowl using Oak Hammock Marsh is one of North America’s birding hotspots and a great destination for people of all ages. The 36-square kilometre Wildlife Management Area features a restored prairie marsh, aspen-oak bluffs, artesian springs, some of Manitoba’s last remaining patches of tall-grass prairie and more than 30 kilometres of trails for you to explore. O SUPPORTING WHAT MATTERS Supporting the re-envisioning of the Harry J. Enns Wetland Discovery Centre is important to wildlife and the community. Enhance education: Help us create innovative programs that teach the next generation about the vital role wetlands play in our ecosystem. Imagine a child’s wonder as they explore interactive exhibits, learning about wildlife and conservation in a hands-on and engaging way.
the marsh can exceed 100,000 daily! This beautiful location offers the perfect setting for the award-winning Harry J. Enns Wetland Discovery Centre’s many engaging and educational programs. Open year-round, the Discovery Centre welcomes school groups, local visitors and tourists for a variety of guided programs. The Discovery Centre also features a theatre, a scenic café, gift shop, meeting rooms, rooftop observation deck and interactive exhibits.
Foster community: Support the transformation of the Disc- overy Centre into a hub for local events, fostering connections between people and nature. Your donation will help create spaces where people can gather, learn and be inspired. Promote sustainability: Contribute to critical upgrades that will make the Discovery Centre a model of energy efficiency and environmental stewardship. Your generosity will help us reduce our carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices. Create accessibility: Ensure that everyone, regardless of physical ability, can enjoy and benefit from the Discovery Centre’s offerings. Your support will help us build accessible facilities that welcome all members of our community.
BREAKING GROUND ON A GROUNDBREAKING ATTRACTION
Wetlands are essential to life, often referred to as ‘nature’s nursery’. Beyond wildlife habitat, they support climate resilience, water quality improvements, trap and store carbon, and pro- vide recreational opportunities for communities. There is no better place to gain an understanding of their importance on the landscape and what can be done to conserve and restore them than the Harry J. Enns Wetland Discovery Centre at Oak Hammock Marsh.
Be part of a new vision that will create life-changing learning experiences for visitors of all ages, helping them to form new relationships and connections with nature. This landmark Manitoba attraction will deliver engaging and interactive experiences, leveraging technology to take visitors through a journey that connects, transforms and inspires action.
GIFTS FOR TODAY
Kathryne Cardwell Planned Giving Manager Ducks Unlimited Canada Z 204-467-3219 Z k_cardwell@ducks.ca LEAVE A LEGACY
William (Bill) Hibbard Senior Development Manager Ducks Unlimited Canada Z 431-554-6673 Z w_hibbard@ducks.ca
Nathalie Bays Manager, Harry J. Enns Wetland Discovery Centre Z 204-467-3308 Z n_bays@ducks.ca
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