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Crossroads This Week
Classrooms are empty with students, and it’s official… summer vacation is finally here! With the 2024/25 school year behind us, it won’t be long before September is just around the corner. Now is the perfect time to relax, explore, and enjoy everything our region has to offer. Whether you’re into water activities, outdoor adventures, cultural experiences, or simply soak-
ing up the sun.
SWIMMING,WATERPARKS, AND BEACHES
When summer comes, most of us think of swimming – and across the region, there are countless opportunities to dive in. While swimming lessons are underway in many communities, if you’re looking for recreational water fun, check out the community pools in Hamiota, Binscarth, and Russell, all offering their own unique
DARRELL NESBITT/CROSSROADS THIS
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Wet and wild easily summed up the official opening of the Lakeview Splash Park, located in Shoal Lake, on Monday, June 30, as hordes of children and their families enjoyed the sprays and splashes. Committee chairman Kelly Knight said drive and determination was needed to get this community attraction funded and built. The splash pad is truly a welcome addition to the beautiful Lakeview Park & Campground.
charm. For a splash of excitement, Minnedosa boasts of a fun water park called Splish Splash, perfect for family outings. Shoal Lake recently celebrated the grand opening of their new Splash Park, offering a cool escape for kids and adults alike. For beach lovers, Birtle Beach, Minnedosa Beach, and Sandy Lake are popular spots, along with Silver Beach and Asessippi Provincial Park, where the stunning scenery makes for a perfect day by the water.
Not into swimming but love being near the water? Fishing, canoeing, and kayaking are fantastic options. Make sure you’ve got your fishing license before casting your line at spots throughout the region – available at local retails listed on the Manitoba website. For kayakers, there are plenty of spots to launch your kayak and explore lakes and rivers, but always check local regulations beforehand. Want to try kayaking but don’t have one? The Birtle Camp-
ground Information Booth rents out various kayaks, and kayaks as well as inflatable paddle boards are available to rent from the Minnedosa Kayak Club! Minnedosa even has a kayak/canoe launch for all to use, adding to the summer fun.
EXPLORING LOCAL MUSEUMS AND CULTURAL SPOTS
Summer is also a wonderful time to enjoy local museums.
