Is Fort Whyte Alive free?
Admission is always free for Members. By joining our community of more than 8,000 members, you support FortWhyte Alive programming and contribute to environmental education and stewardship.
How big is Fort Whyte Alive?
640 acres
About FortWhyte Alive FortWhyte Alive is an environmental, education and recreation centre situated on 640 acres of prairie, lakes, forest and wetlands. It is a privately operated non-profit project of Fort Whyte Foundation Inc.
Who owns Fort Whyte Alive?
FortWhyte Alive
| FortWhyte Alive! Logo | |
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| Formation | 1983 |
| Official language | English |
| President and CEO | Liz Wilson |
| Vice-President | Ian Barnett |
When did Fort Whyte open?
1983
By the 1980s, our focus shifted from wildlife conservation to environmental education, and we established the Fort Whyte Foundation. We opened our trails and Interpretive Centre in 1983.
Can you walk around Fort Whyte?
A trail for all seasons and visitors Plus, we’re connected to the longest recreational trail in the world, The Great Trail. Whether it’s a casual stroll or a family adventure, spending time in nature benefits your health and wellbeing.
Where is FortWhyte Alive located?
FortWhyte Alive is located at 1961 McCreary Road in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Walking or cycling to reach us is a healthy, climate-friendly way to visit. If you choose to get to FortWhyte Alive in a sustainable way, we’ll waive admission for you! FortWhyte Alive’s Trails: Google Street View
What is the Fort Whyte Nature Centre?
The Foundation developed the Fort Whyte Nature Centre consisting of the Kiwanis Reception Building and a waterfowl building with an incubator room. The new Fort Whyte Centre for Environmental Education opened an expanded 200-acre site at 1961 McCreary Road.
How did Fort Whyte get its name?
Area was dubbed “Fort Whyte” after a top Canadian Pacific Railway official who battled to take control of the site from a rival railway. Canada Cement Company (later known as Lafarge) began mining the land for clay used to manufacture cement.
Can I feed animals at fortfortwhyte alive?
FortWhyte Alive has chosen not to sell food for, nor to allow the hand-feeding of animals on the property. We understand that many people visit us to experience a close encounter with nature. However, touching/feeding wild animals is contrary to keeping wildlife ‘wild.’
