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Northern exposure Canada's North and the polar bear capital of the world, Churchill, Manitoba is just two hours away by flight or two-day train ride. When you venture up North look to Lazy Bear Lodge Expeditions to ensure an excellent adventure. Lazy Bear's professionally guided excursions take you to the astounding flora and fauna surrounding the town of Churchill and the rugged coast of Hudson Bay. In summer, enjoy boating or kayaking with belugas or viewing polar bears up-close in Hudson Bay. In the fall, hop on one of its amazing Arctic Crawlers™ to traverse the tundra and say hello to the 1200-pound, nine-foot- tall locals! Adventures run from June through November and include airfare from Winnipeg, accommodations, daily excursions and delicious local fare like elk, bison and Arctic char. Trips to Winnipeg are always par for the course. The city and surrounding countryside are studded with golf courses ranging from championship level greens that host PGA Tour Canada events, to a casual 9-hole, par-3 course. Visiting in the winter and still want to get in the swing of things? No worries, The Golf Dome has you covered with a driving range, virtual golf (featuring some of the world's best courses) and mini golf. Anglers will also be reeled in by Winnipeg. Just north of the city in Lockport you can catch massive channel catfish in the Red River that can grow up to 40 inches long! In the hundreds of lakes surrounding the city you'll find sport fishing for species including walleye, bass (large and small mouth), pike, goldeye, muskellunge and more. The area also offers up ample hunting opportunities in autumn/early winter for species including white-tailed deer, grouse, wild turkey and elk. Manitoba contains more than 50 provincial parks, with several located near Winnipeg that are ideal for hiking and biking in the summer and cross country and alpine skiing in the winter. In & around the city While you are here Courtesy Travel Manitoba Courtesy Travel Manitoba Tyler Walsh meetingswinnipeg.com 43