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times throughout the year, making it great for aviation research. During Bird in the Hand Canadian Signature Experience, (available late-spring through fall), your group can take part in this research by banding a live songbird before releasing it back into the wild (the feeling of its tiny wings fluttering in your hand before being released is pretty magical). After, you'll head out to explore the marshlands in large voyageur canoes, gliding past birds perched in the bulrushes. You can also get right into these bulrushes using hip waders, following an experienced guide and naturalists who will tell you about the tiny wonders found throughout the wetlands. Known as "the cultural cradle of Canada," Winnipeg's arts, music and theatre scene is robust. In winter, The Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre and Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra provide the perfect atmosphere for any evening, offering group discounts, pre-show receptions, tours and a seamless booking process with flexible payment terms. In summer, head to Rainbow Stage for enchanting (and often hilarious) musicals staged by Canada's longest- running outdoor theatre company. Post-Churchill After an unforgettable time in Churchill, spend a final day unwinding in Winnipeg and enjoying the city's food scene. The Winnipeg Art Gallery-Qaumajuq is an important stop for anyone looking to learn about Indigenous art. It is home to the world's largest public collection of contemporary Inuit art, featuring over 14,000 works. Qaumajuq, which opened in March 2021 to rave reviews from the likes of The New York Times and Smithsonian Magazine, features a stunning glass vault three stories high filled with thousands of Inuit carvings. Its acclaimed, snow-drift-like architecture pays homage to the Arctic landscape while its interactive theatre can be used to educate and entertain. In the evening, it's time to discover the city's acclaimed culinary scene. From Food Network stars, to small plates rooms and wine bars that frequently make Canada's best restaurant lists, Winnipeg's dining scene is sure to please. For groups, both Hargrave Street Market and The Forks Market offer an abundance of choices from some of the city's best chefs, while there's also no shortage of private rooms that can accommodate everyone at one table as you taste what comes from the local terroir. Winnipeg Art Gallery-Qaumajuq, photo by Darcy Finley Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, photo by Matt Duboff winnipeggroups.com 2022 Travel trade planner 11