Recreation
Sports and recreation are an integral part of the community. In the frosty chill of winter or the sizzling heat of summer, opportunities to stay fit and have fun are endless! Our cultural sites, golf course and beautiful parks and lake appeal to the visiting tourist as well as the lifelong resident. Morden is the ideal place for relaxation, recreation, or retirement. The following are just a few of the things that Morden has to offer. If you want to know more then click on the link provided. Please note that some of the links may take you out of the Morden website, which will open in a new window.
Swimming, Fishing, Water Skiing, Canoeing, Sailing, Hiking & Skiing
Lake Minnewasta & Colert Beach is an exciting four-season facility that originated with the damming of the Dead Horse Creek and comes as a pleasant surprise to visitors to the area. Recreational development includes a large, modern fully serviced campground and RV park, swimming, fishing, water skiing, canoeing, sailing and hiking in summer and cross country skiing, snowmobiling and ice fishing in the winter months.
Golfing
Minnewasta Golf & Country Club – is a world-class, 18 hole facility that takes advantage of the scenic Pembina Escarpment to provide some of the most challenging golf topography in the province to please both competitive and recreational golfers. It is one of the host courses for the International Golf Tournament held the last weekend of July
Fossil Dig Adventure Tours
CFDC Adventure Tours - Have an unforgettable adventure with the Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre (CFDC). Experience the outdoors of the Manitoba Escarpment while excavating 80 million year old fossils. If you like adventure and hands on experience, then consider the Paleo Adventure Tour. This special excursion will take you up to the 109 acres of land owned by the Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre. Ages 18 and up. Limited space, so register fast! www.discoverfossils.com
Geo Caching In Morden
Mr. Elmo Shareski, a local resident enthusiast has placed 50 caches in this area which have brought many people to Morden. The sport of Geo Caching is being done in over 300 countries and over 300,000 people are members. It is not an expensive hobby as membership is free and the organization keeps track of all your cache finds and your cache hides. Your purchase is a GPS which will cost between $150.00 to $300.00. For more information on this sport visit the website at www.geocaching.com and happy hunting.
Hy-Wire Zipline Adventures
Hy-Wire Zipline adventures is a breath-taking outdoor thrill ride. It will have you enjoying the view of the Pembina Valley at Rinnes Point from one of 5 cables, carrying you across ravines from platforms that can be 150 feel above ground. This is a 2 hour adventure group adventure with 2 guides. Cables range from 500 feet to 1400 feet and are set up like a golf course, so you end up back where you started. Why not come and take the plunge, run, jump and dive off a platform with a 150 foot drop zipping across the trees. Please note that this is and can be a strenuous activity, as you will be walking up a number of hills. Open toed shoes and sandals are not recommended. For more information Contact Hy-Wire Zipline Adventures, P.O. Box 30, R.R. 2, Manitou, Manitoba, R0G 1G0 Tel: 204-242-3396, Cell: 204-995-4089, Email: hywireziplineadventures@hotmail.com or visit the website at www.hywirezipline.ca
Shadow Valley Raceway
Come out and watch or bring your bike and ride. To find the raceway, travel from Rock's Bar & Grill in Morden on the corner of Thornhill Street & Mountain Street and go approximately 9.6 km south on Highway 432. The road turns to gravel, then follow the curve west for 0.8 km and turn right into the track entrance. (Large overhead sign) GPS Location: 49° 07’ 06.35” N 98° 08’ 38.69” W. Riding times are Tuesday, Thursday & Friday from 5:00 pm to sunset. Riding Fees are - Adult $10.00 per day and $100.00 per season. Under 16 fees are $5.00 per day and $50.00 per season. For more information call Jeremy Hoeppner at 204-362-2201 or Email
Stardust Drive In Theatre
"Come Out and Watch the Movies on the BIG Screen Under the Stars!"
The Stardust Drive In Theatre operates every weekend from the May long weekend through to the September long weekend. May to June - Fridays and Saturdays only. July to September - Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Triple Feature Nights: On the Sunday of each long weekend there are 3 movies shown in one night. Website: http://stardustmorden.tripod.com Call the 24 hour information line at 822-5638 or Tel: 822-4018
Walking & Hiking
If you are an avid walker then we have some interesting "Self Guided Walking Tours" which should suit everyone. Click on the link for more information.
Parks & Playgrounds
Morden has eight Community Parks strategically located throughout Morden, which provide opportunities for local leisure activities. They are: Livingston Nature Park, Morden Park, Confederation Park, Suncatch Park, Lions Park, Steppler Park, Elk's Park, Milne Park.
Curling Club
The Morden Curling Club is located at 327 2nd Street. It offers great curling in a relaxed environment. There are club leagues to join, as well as regular bonspiels and fun for the whole family. Contact 822-4363 for more information, or visit the website http://www.morden.curlingclub.ca
Morden Community Centre Activites
Morden Community Centre is located at 111 Gilmour Street and is the busiest place in Town with hockey, skating, baseball, softball, gymnastics, as well as catering for the larger local events. This is also the home to the Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre and the Manitoba Baseball Hall of Fame.
Hockey
The Morden Minor Hockey - For more information contact Jody Scott at 822-3539 or visit the website at www.mordenminorhockey.com
Hockey Camps - August - September
- August 16th - 20th - SSSkating Elite Skating & Skills Camp www.ssskatingandskills.com or Click here to see a video.
- August 23rd - 27th - Accel Goaltending School www.accelgoaltending.com
- August 30th - September 3rd - MB Ringette Camp Email
- September 6th - October 1st - Can Power Skate - www.mordenfsc.com
Skating
Morden Figure Skating Club has recreational and competitive levels with programs all year round. For more information contact Pam Parker at 822-5898 or visit the website at www.mordenfsc.com.
Synchronized Skating: Pembina Pizazz is syncronized team skating from pre-juvenile to jr. teams. For more information contact Pam Parker at 822-5898.
Parent & Tot - Free for ages 5 and under every Tuesday and Wednesday from 10:30 am to 11:30 am and Thursday from 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm. at the Morden Recreation Centre starting October to April. For more information please call 822-5431.
Senior Skating - Shinny 55+ - Free for ages 55+ on Tuesdays from 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm and Thursdays from 10:30 am to 11:30 am at the Morden Recreation Centre starting October to April. For more information please call 822-5431.
Public Skating - Open to the public (children 10 & under must be accompanied by an adult) starting October to March at the Morden Recreation Centre. Adults $3.00, Students $2.00 and 6 & under Free. Season Passes - Family $62.00 and Single $30.00. For more information contact 822-5431.
Baseball/Softball
The Morden Minor Baseball helps youngsters enjoy this favourite summer game! For information contact Joe Wiwchar at 822-4636 or email Joe Wiwchar
Gymnastics
Morden Magics Gymnastic Club has recreational and competitive levels for ages 5 to 18 years of age. For more information contact Tracy Donaldson or Doug Metzger at 312-0132.
Taekwondo
Morden Premier Taekwondo - Maple Leaf School Gymnasium - 225-12th Street, Morden. For more information visit the website at - www.premiertaekwondo.ca/branch/morden.html
Soccer
Morden Minor Soccer - is a non-competitive league for youth from Kindergarten to Grade 9. For more information contact Deanna Pentland on 822-3573.
Youth Groups
YOUTH GROUPS - The Town of Morden has the following youth groups;
Scouts, Cubs, Beavers, Cadets, Brownies, Guides - check the Community Organizations page for contact details
Volunteering
Morden is known for the amazing people and their volunteering. If you are interested in volunteering then visit the Community Organizations page and take your pick or visit Volunteer Pembina Valley