Wildlife viewing blind, Oak Hammock Marsh, Manitoba, Canada

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Oak Hammock Marsh

Top choice in Winnipeg


Smack in the middle of southern Manitoba's wetlands, this watery home and migratory stopping point for hundreds of thousands of birds is one of the best sanctuaries around. Springtime has diversity and autumn sees up to 400,000 geese. The admission fee is for the visitor center and floating boardwalk only; access to the network of short trails is free. Leave your car keys at reception in exchange for a pair of binoculars.


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