thompson-guide-2011 - Thompson Unlimited

Welcome to Thompson
We are The Hub of the North. Thompson is
Manitoba’s third-largest city and is known for its
beauty and diversity. The City offers a wonderful
quality of life and boasts all of the amenities of city
living, yet the beauty of its surrounding lakes and
forests remain readily accessible for the pleasure of
visitors, newcomers and residents.
Today, the economy in Thompson is flourishing
with major industry including transportation
education, service industries, mining, health care,
government and other services.
Basic Information
Founded
Altitude
1956
Incorporated 1970
215 m
Location
North of the 55th parallel, in
the Precambrian Shield and
along the Burntwood River in
Manitoba.
Latitude/Longitude: 55º 48-N 97º 52-W
Highways:
PTH#6, PR#280 & PR#391
Distance to Winnipeg Airport: 750 km
Distance to Churchill: 387 km
For further information visit www.thompson.ca
Manitoba
Attractions
Heritage North Museum
Discover a treasure of First Nations, fur trade, mining
and other historic artifacts inside two beautiful log
buildings. The museum also houses
a Visitor Information Center, gift
shop and local artist exhibitions.
Open year-round, Monday to
Saturday 1 pm – 5 pm (winter); daily
9 am – 5 pm (summer), and is
Located at
Princeton Drive &
Mystery Lake Road .Phone 677-2216
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www.heritagenorthmuseum.ca
Pisew Falls
A breathtaking sight year-round, these are Manitoba’s
highest road accessible waterfalls. A short boardwalk
leads to an observation platform overlooking the
spectacular 13-metre falls. A second trail leads to the
Rotary suspension bridge, which spans the Grass River
below the falls. The bridge also leads to a rigorous 22km return hiking trail to Manitoba’s highest accessible
waterfall, Kwasitchewan Falls. Pisew Falls is located
approximately 45 minutes south of Thompson on
PTH #6. (picture on front cover)
Spirit Way
This award-winning
w a l k i n g a n d b i ki n g
pathway includes 16
fascinating and scenic
Points of Interest with
historical, cultural,
geological, industrial and
artistic perspectives. Some
of the sites pay tribute to key sectors of our
community. Some sites have beautiful vistas and
viewpoints at different times of the year. Some are
sites you have never seen before! The walkway will
provide an educational and memorable experience
for residents and visitors alike.
www.thompsonspiritway.ca
Super Summer Activities!
Canoeing & Kayaking
Grass River Corridor is a well mapped route that leads
through road accessible entry and exit points close to
several communities. 1.800.665.0040.
McCreedy Campground
This beautiful campground is located across the
Burntwood River north of the City on PR #391. The full
–facility campground has firewood, bathrooms,
electricity and landscaped areas for the family. A boat
launching facility and great fishing are located nearby on
the Burntwood River. Storage facilities and a shuttle
service for those traveling on to Churchill can also be
arranged. Open May–October. Phone Colleen at 7788810 or 677-4837.
Sightseeing by Air
View the Thompson area from a float plane or go to a
fly-out fishing location with Venture Air. Phone
778-8225. See the Thompson area from a helicopter
with Custom Helicopters. Phone 677-3720
Tennis Courts
Tennis courts are located at both Cliff Park and the
Norplex Pool. Call 677-7952 for more information.
Thompson Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf on this
challenging nine-hole course. There
is a driving range, equipment rentals
and licensed clubhouse which
provides meals and snacks. Open
daily from 7 am until dark, from
mid-May to mid-October. The
course is located three km north of
Thompson on PR #391 on the
Moak Lake Road. Call the pro shop (ph. 778-5537) or
the club house ph. 677-3250) (photo by Chris Sundevic)
Wonderful Winter Activities!
Burntwood Curling Club
Check out some curling action or enjoy curling at the
Burntwood Curling Club. The Club includes six sheets
of ice, a concession, bar and rental shop. Call the club at
677-2580 for ice time or events.
Cross-Country Skiing
Glide across groomed trails ranging from one km to six
km, on the Jack Crolly trail. Located along PR # 391
just north of the Miles Hart Bridge across from Popeye’s
restaurant (seasonal).
Great Kids Slide
Dedicated to Rotarian Otto Bindle, this ‘winter slide’ for
kids of ‘all ages’ is located at the base of Highland Tower,
274 Princeton Drive. It’s great family fun with an
excellent view of Thompson.
Fishing/Ice Fishing
Several freshwater lakes surround Thompson with some
of the best fresh water fish—Northern Pike,
Pickerel/Walleye, Lake Trout and Rainbow Trout.
Mystery Mountain Winter Park
Experience the best skiing in Manitoba with 18 alpine
runs, 20 km of cross-country ski trails and snow tubing.
The park boasts a chalet with food concessions, lounge,
rentals shop and a certified Ski and snowboard school.
Open Saturday to Monday, December until mid-April.
22 km north of Thompson on PR #280. Phone 778-8624.
Thompson Regional
Community Centre
Enjoy the newly renovated arena
for public skating, walking track,
racket ball and other activities
throughout the year. Lace up your
skates and try out one of three
outdoor arenas. Ph. 677-7952 for
hours.
Year-round Fun!
Bowling /Billiards
For great bowling fun check out Thompson bowling alley.
Offering equipment rentals, snacks, a lounge and
computerized scoring. For further information, contact
NC Crossroad Lanes (5 & 10 pin) 677-4415, located at the
North Centre Mall.
Choose from 12 tables at Bankside Bar & Billiards,
which also features a lounge with an appetizer menu.
Located at 73 Commercial Place. Phone 677-0101.
Norplex Pool
Have a splash at the pool, which also includes a
waterslide, diving board, gymnasium and sauna.
Lessons, aquasize and competitions are held
throughout the year. Located at Weir Road & Wolf
Street. Phone 677-7963
Movie Theatre
Enjoy the latest flick at the Strand Theatre, located at 111
Churchill Drive. Phone 677-8301 for show times.
Awesome Attractions!
Hunting & Fishing
Adrenaline Outfitters
204.392.3337
All Terrain Bear Hunts & Johnson Road Outfitters
204.677.1109
Burntwood River Bear Adventures
204.677.3059
Muskeg Country Outfitting
204.741.1021
Mystery Country Lodge and Outpost 204.677.9303
North Country Outfitters
204.677.8374
Sunset Eagle Outfitters
204.307.6475
Trapper Mike’s Outfitting Service
204.677.3563
Souvenirs
Arctic Trading Post
Heritage North Museum
Mystery Lake Motor Hotel
Precambrian Art Centre
204.677.2026
204.677.2216
204.778.8331
204.677.1940
Your Guide to Thompson is brought to you by:
206 – 55 Selkirk Ave., Box 1214
Thompson, MB R8N 1P1
Ph. 204.677.1900Fax: 204-677-1909
Millennium Trail
This scenic 15-km walking and hiking trail loops
around the city, winds through the boreal forest,
and showcases many of the city’s key attractions.
Trail maps and brochures are available at City
Hall, the Recreation Complex, and the Heritage
North Museum.
Paint Lake Provincial Park and Resort
This year-round playground extends over 56,000
acres of boreal forest. Summer offerings include
more than 160 campsites, several day picnic sites,
two boat launches, a marina, hiking trails, a
baseball diamond, fishing,
a beautiful beach area, and
interpretive programming.
In the winter, visitors have
access to a toboggan hill,
outdoor skating rink, warm
up shack, miles of
snowmobile trails,
cross
-country ski trails and ice
fishing.
The park is home to
Manitoba’s largest marinaPaint Lake Resort. Paint
Lake Resort offers boat or canoe rentals, cabin
rentals, a restaurant, a lounge, and a convenience
store. There is also a major cottage development.
The park is located 32 km south of Thompson on
PTH #6 onto PR 375. For information, phone
the campground office (seasonal) at 677-6444, the
Thompson District Park Office at 677-6640, or
the Paint Lake Resort at 677-9303.
Annual Events
Call 677-7952 for more events.
January
Pee Wee Hockey Tournament
204.677.7952
February
Winterfest
204.677.7952
Women’s Curling Bonspiel
204.677.2580
Munn Cup Hockey Tournament 204.677.7952
March
Men’s Curling Bonspiel
204.778.5537
April
Northern Juried Art Show
204.677.7952
Relay for Life
204.677.7952
May
Aboriginal Awareness Week
204.677.7952
CHTM & Nickel City Trade Show 204.778.7361
Festival of the Arts Concert
204.
June
National Aboriginal Day
204.677.7952
Nickel Days
204.677.7952
July
Canada Day Celebrations
204.677.7952
Men’s & Ladies Golf Tournament 204.778.5537
Concerts in the Park
204.677.7952
August
Thompson Triathlon
204.677.7963
Concerts in the Park
204.677.7952
September
Health and Leisure Mart
204.677.7952
November
Remembrance Day Ceremony
204.677.7952
December
MB Trapper’s Assoc. Fur Table 204.677.7952
Guide to Thompson
2011—2012
Attractions
Souvenirs
Activities
info@thompsonunlimited.ca
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Events
The information herein is current as at Sept. 2009.
For more information visit www.thompson.ca
Adventures
Photo’s by Thompson Unlimited & Larry Hall.