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The @MBGov recently announced funding for beach safety officer services at three provincial park beaches. Going to the beach is a lot of fun, but it's important to remember safety. Read below to learn more about the announcement and tips to keep swimming safe this summer!

In case you didn't know, the @MBGov announced provincial park access + fishing is free for the upcoming weekend (June 7-9!) This is a great opportunity to enjoy the precious and abundant water Manitoba has to offer! Learn more below!

For #WorldWaterDay, here are some fun facts about water in Manitoba! Manitoba is the only province in Canada where all rivers eventually flow north! The Lake Winnipeg watershed is 40 times larger than the lake itself, covering four provinces and four U.S. States!

Happy #WorldWaterDay! This year's theme is Water for Peace. Water isn't something to be fought over. It's a human right and something that connects us all. By working together instead of against each other, we can ensure everyone has water and the best future available.

#WorldWaterDay is just around the corner! In Manitoba, we are thankful to have over 100,000 lakes across the province! Together, we can protect this abundance of water and enjoy it for generations to come.

With #WorldWaterDay coming up, here are some facts about water we wanted to share! ⚡90% of global power generation is water-intensive. 🚶 Our bodies are made up of 55% to 60% water! 🦖 The water on Earth right now is the same water it was when dinosaurs roamed around.

#WorldWaterDay is almost here! In honour of World Water Day, we wanted to ask you! What is your favourite waterbody? Ours has to be Lake Winnipeg, Canada's sixth-largest freshwater lake!

World Water Day is coming up on March 22nd! This is a day to celebrate water and inspire + be inspired to take action on protecting water! This year's theme is "Water for Peace." To learn more, visit the @UN_Water's page on World Water Day below! un.org/en/observances…

As invasive species can have negative economic, social, environmental, and health impacts, it's important we know how to prevent the spread! Watch this great video from @WatershedsCAN for some tips on how to prevent the spread of invasive species wherever you are! #InvSpWk

Did you know water represents 1/6 of Manitoba's total area with a total estimated volume of 900 trillion litres? By working together, we can protect water all across the province.

In case you missed it, this weekend is Free Winter Family Fishing Weekend! This is a great opportunity to enjoy a fun winter activity all across the province. Before heading out, be sure to check ice conditions and any possible restrictions! Learn more below!

Got lots of snow in your backyard? Use it to your advantage! Try collecting it in an empty container and using the melted snow for indoor water use, like watering household plants.

Although #WorldWetlandsDay has passed, let’s not forget the importance of wetlands year-round. Dubbed “nature kidneys,” wetlands are incredibly vital water bodies that help provide water and keep it clean. They need our protection and conservation all year long.

In honour of #WorldWetlandsDay, we sent out a special newsletter all about wetlands! Learn about what they are, what makes them so important and what we can do to protect them in this month’s issue. mailchi.mp/f6345906dc4d/t…

Happy #WorldWetlandsDay! Here at Lake Friendly, we’re incredibly thankful for what wetlands do for water and the entire planet. By working together and learning more about water protection, we can protect and enhance one of nature’s most valuable resources.

In case you missed it, @MBGov announced free entry to all provincial parks during the entire month of February! With 93 provincial parks, we've got a lot of places to discover and engage in a variety of fun winter activities at! To learn more, read this news release below.

Wetlands are more important than you think. They hold and provide the majority of our freshwater, and they naturally filter pollutants and help clean water. This #WorldWetlandsDay pledge to help your local wetlands and make a difference all year round. worldwetlandsday.org/pledges

With #WorldWetlandsDay coming up, here are five tips to help you protect your local wetlands! 1) Limit your use of fertilizers and other chemicals. 2) Don’t litter! 🗑️ 3) Conserve water! 💧 4) Learn + take part in local wetland protection groups. 5) Plant native species. 🌱

Ours has to be @OakHammockMarsh! It’s a beautiful 36 km² Wildlife Management Area home to over 20 mammals and 300 species of birds we’re thankful to have so close to us!

#WorldWetlandsDay is officially a week away! Do you have a favourite wetland? Comment below! ⬇️