Winnipeg

Understand

History The name Winnipeg is a transcription of the western Cree word wi-nipe-k meaning "muddy waters"; the general area was populated for thousands of years by First Nations. The confluence of the Red and Assiniboine Rivers, nowadays known as The Forks, was a crossroads of canoe routes travelled by Indigenous peoples prior to European contact. Winnipeg started out at this spot in 1738 as Fort Rouge, a French outpost for the fur trade. After the Seven Years' War, under the Hudson's Bay Company it became Fort Gibraltar and later Fort Garry. Many trails converged on the fort and later became streets, which is evident when you see the city's somewhat haphazard road layout. In 1869–70, Winnipeg was the site of the Red River Rebellion, a conflict between the local provisional government of Métis, led by Louis Riel, and newcomers from Eastern Canada. This rebellion led to Manitoba's entry into the Canadian Confederation as Canada's fifth province in 1870. On 8 November 1873, Winnipeg was incorporated as a city. After the construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway across Canada, Winnipeg became a major transportation hub and "Gateway to the West". The city experienced a boom during the early 20th century and for a while was Western Canada's major economic centre. Fortunately for the visitor, the economy slowed around the middle of the century, leaving intact a remarkable collection of period architecture, primarily in the city's downtown Exchange District.

People Winnipeg is generally a very tolerant city and was the first large city in North America to elect an openly gay mayor. Winnipeg has several LGBT bars and a Pride festival every summer. Winnipeg is a multicultural city. As of the 2021 census, visible minorities make up 34% of Winnipeg's population and Indigenous people 12%. Despite being only Canada's seventh-largest city, it has the largest populations of both First Nations and Métis (people of mixed European and First Nations ancestry, who form a distinct community within Canada) of any city in the country. Much of Winnipeg's population is of European descent, notably from Germany, Ukraine, France, Scandinavia and Poland. More than a hundred languages are spoken in Winnipeg. In fact, Winnipeg is home to Canada's largest French-speaking population west of Ontario and the Filipino language Tagalog is the second most prevalent mother tongue in Winnipeg. Nevertheless, 99% of the population speaks English fluently. The city celebrates its diversity with the Folklorama festival, the longest running multicultural event of its kind.

Neighbourhoods

Getting there

By plane

Airport There is one major airport serving Winnipeg:

1 Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG IATA) (in the west end of the city about 7 km (4.3 mi) from Portage & Main), ☏ +1 204-987-9402, [email protected]. (updated May 2022)

Destinations Direct flights to Winnipeg within Canada include from Calgary (2 hours), from Churchill (2.5 hours), from Edmonton (1.75-2 hours), from Hamilton (2.5 hours), from Montreal (3 hours). from Ottawa (2.75 hours), from Regina (1.25 hours), from Saskatoon (1.5 hours), from Thompson (1.75-2 hours), from Thunder Bay (1.5 hours), from Toronto (2.5 hours), from Vancouver (2.75 hours), and from numerous smaller destinations in Manitoba, Northern Ontario and Nunavut. Direct flights to Winnipeg from outside Canada include from Minneapolis–St. Paul (1.5 hours). There is non-stop charter and seasonal service to Phoenix, Palm Springs, Orlando, Mexico, Cuba and the Dominican Republic.

Airlines Canadian airlines operating to Winnipeg:

Air Canada, ☏ +1-514-393-3333, toll-free: +1-888-247-2262. Canada's largest airline with hubs in Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, and Montreal. It operates across Canada and services international destinations. (updated Apr 2022) Air Transat, ☏ +1-514-636-3630, toll-free: +1-877-872-6728. Canada's third largest airline with some year round destinations and specializing in seasonal flights to vacation destinations (Europe in the summer and warmer, southern international destinations in the winter). (updated Apr 2022) Bearskin Airlines, toll-free: +1-800-465-2327. Regional airline operating in Manitoba and in Northern Ontario. Is a brand of Perimeter Aviation. (updated Apr 2022) Calm Air, toll-free: +1-800-839-2256. A regional airline operating flights in Manitoba and Nunavut. (updated Apr 2022) Flair Airlines, toll-free: +1-833-711-2333. A low-cost airline with flights across much of Canada. (updated Apr 2022) Perimeter Aviation, toll-free: +1-800-665-8986. Regional airline operating in Manitoba and in Northern Ontario. Operates Bearskin Aviation as a brand. (updated Apr 2022) WestJet, toll-free: +1-877-952-0100. Canada's second largest airline services with hubs in Calgary and Toronto. It operates across Canada and services international destinations. (updated Apr 2022) Other airlines:

Delta Air Lines United Airlines

Public transit Public transport is offered by Winnipeg Transit's D12 Ellice and D13 Sargent buses which will take you downtown in about 30 minutes.

Other ground transportation There are usually taxi cabs and limo sedans-for-hire waiti

Getting around

Winnipeg is a large, spread-out city and it can take a while to get around. Unlike most North American cities this size, there is no urban freeway network in the city. Traffic jams, particularly in the downtown area, are common during the rush hour periods which are generally from 7:30–9AM and 3:30–5:30PM Monday to Friday. Much of Winnipeg's downtown real estate is devoted to parking, with ubiquitous and cheap surface lots continuing for multi-block stretches. It is worth considering renting a car, especially if any excursions outside of the city are planned. Highways: Winnipeg is one of the first Canadian cities of its size to have a ring road (the Perimeter Highway) which provides a by-pass for travellers on the Trans-Canada Highway. Within the city, the Trans-Canada Highway follows regular city streets. Street names: All streets in Winnipeg have names. Major routes will have both names and route numbers, but will almost always be called by the name. A notable exception is Route 90, which is commonly called Kenaston in the southern half of the city and Route 90 in the northern half. Many streets change names as they wind through the city, which can be extremely confusing, even to locals. The most known example is Route 62, which starts as Salter in the north end of the city, but as it goes south becomes Isabel, Balmoral, Colony, Memorial, Osborne, Dunkirk, and finally Dakota in the south end, with no clear indication when it changes. One-way streets: Many downtown streets are one-way, which can make navigating downtown quite confusing. One-way streets are rare outside of downtown, except around Polo Park. No left turns: Many busy streets limit left-hand turns, particularly during rush hour. This is especially prevalent downtown, but is common in the rest of the city as well. In many cases, though, a left turn from a one-way to a one-way is allowed. Confusion corner: This intersection is mainly where Osborne St and Pembina Hwy (Routes 62 and 42) meet, but other streets connect as well, and there are bus-only lanes. There are many lanes going different directions, and it can be very confusing to know which lane you need to be in, which has given the intersection the name "confusion corner". North End: The area of the city just north of downtown is known as the North End. This is the poorest part of the city and extra precautions should be taken when travelling through here, especially at night (though most crime is gang-related, rarely involving innocent bystanders). There is a very noticeable drop in the quality of infrastructure when you cross from do

See

Galleries 1 Gallery Lacosse, 169 Lilac St (at Corydon Ave), ☏ +1 204-284-0726. Tu–F 11AM–6PM, Sa 11AM–5PM. Celebrating Manitoba art and its unique place in the Canadian creative landscape. Artists are showcased through their paintings, pottery, photos and jewellery. 2 Graffiti Gallery, 109 Higgins Ave (in the Exchange District), ☏ +1 204-667-9960. Part of Graffiti Art Programming Inc, a not-for-profit youth art organization that uses art as a tool for community development, social change and individual growth. 3 PLATFORM: Centre for Photographic and Digital Arts, 121–100 Arthur St (in the Artspace Building), ☏ +1 204-942-8183, [email protected]. Manitoba's only artist-run centre devoted exclusively to photographic and digital arts. The gallery exhibits local, national and international artists. 4 Plug In Institute of Contemporary Art, 460 Portage Ave (between the Winnipeg Art Gallery and Portage Ave), ☏ +1 204-942-1043, [email protected]. W–Sa noon–9PM, Su noon–5PM. Manitoba's premier contemporary art gallery and the first Institute of Contemporary Art in Canada. Free. 5 Urban Shaman Contemporary Aboriginal Art, 203–290 McDermot Ave (in the Exchange District), ☏ +1 204-942-2674, [email protected]. Features cutting-edge Aboriginal art in an ever-changing contemporary setting, while promoting the rich artistic legacy of Aboriginal communities. 6 Winnipeg Art Gallery, 300 Memorial Blvd (south of Portage Ave), ☏ +1 204-789-1760, [email protected]. Tu-Su 11AM–5PM except F 11AM–9PM. The Winnipeg Art Gallery is Western Canada's oldest gallery, and features Manitoban, Canadian, and international artists and a large collection of Inuit Art. With its striking architecture, it is an integral part of downtown Winnipeg. Adults $12, students/seniors $10, youth (ages 6–12) $6. (updated Apr 2018)

Museums 7 Airforce Heritage Museum and Air Park, 186 Sharp Blvd (along Air Force Way (Sharp Blvd), north of Ness Ave, to the south of Winnipeg airport (CYWG)), ☏ +1 204-833-2500 ext 4180. Air park uncontrolled, museum by appointment only. Enjoy the largest air park in Canada, where many historic aircraft are mounted throughout a grassy park, many dramatically in action poses. The nearby museum, inside nearby Canadian Forces buildings, contains many outstanding exhibits of national significance. Free.

8 Canadian Museum for Human Rights (Musée canadien pour les droits de la personne), 85 Israel Asper Way (At the Forks in Downtown Winnipeg), ☏ +1 204-289-2000, toll-free: +1-877-877-6037, [email protected]. Tu-Sa 10AM-5PM. The first museum solely dedicated to

Do

Activities 1 The Golf Dome, 1205 Wilkes Ave (off Sterling Lyon Pkwy via Lorimer Blvd), [email protected]. Summer: 9AM–10PM, winter: 8AM–10PM. Three-tier driving range, 18-hole mini golf, three virtual golf simulators. 2 Grand Prix Amusements, Hwy 1 East (Fermor Ave) (4 km east of the Mint), ☏ +1 204-254-3644. Go-kart racing on three challenging tracks with over 75 go-karts for ages four to adult. 18-hole pirate theme mini golf, bumper boats, bumper cars, batting cages and arcades. 3 Speedworld Indoor Kart Track, 575 Berry St (in St. James), ☏ +1 204-774-5278, [email protected]. Noon to midnight. 40–50 km/h real European style racing karts on a ¼-km indoor track with AMB timing system. 4 Springhill Winter Sports Park (in Springhill), Hwy 59 N (just north of Winnipeg), ☏ +1 204-224-3051, [email protected]. Dec–Apr: Tu–F 6:30–9:30PM, Sa Su 9AM–4PM. Includes 10 ski runs, a quad chairlift and a tow rope. The terrain park offers something for all levels. Certified instructors and rentals available. 5 Thunder Rapids Fun Park, 5058 Portage Ave (4 km west of Assiniboia Downs), ☏ +1 204-885-7223, [email protected]. Summer: M–Sa 10AM–10PM; spring and fall: 10AM–dusk; Su open at noon. Five different types of go-karts, bumper boats, batting cages, video games, jungle gym, picnic/BBQ areas, 18-hole mini golf. 6 Tinkertown Family Fun Park, Hwy 1 East at Murdock Rd, ☏ +1 204-257-8095. May–Sep. Outdoor amusement park with over 20 rides and attractions for kids. 7 U-Puttz Black Light Miniature Golf, 423 McPhillips St (in the North End), ☏ +1 204-582-2166, [email protected]. Uniquely themed 18-hole miniature golf course.

Public 18-hole golf courses 8 John Blumberg Golf Course, 4540 Portage Ave. 9 Kildonan Park Golf Course, 2021 Main St. 10 River Oaks Golf Course (south on Waverley St). 11 Shooters Family Golf Centre, 2731 Main St. 12 Tuxedo Golf Club, 400 Shaftesbury Blvd. 13 Windsor Park Golf Course, 10 Des Meurons St.

Sports 14 Assiniboia Downs Racetrack, 3975 Portage Ave (just west of the Perimeter Hwy), ☏ +1 204-885-3330, [email protected]. May–Sep. Featuring live thoroughbred racing. Year-round simulcast wagering on races from around the globe. 15 Winnipeg Blue Bombers, Princess Auto Stadium, 315 Chancellor Matheson Rd (at the University of Manitoba). Jun–Nov. Football (Canadian Football League): The Blue Bombers have a long history of support in the city. The Bombers have made it to the league finals 26 times since 1937. After a long Grey Cup drought dating to 1990, they won the trophy in 2019, repeated

Buy

Provincial Sales Tax (PST) in Manitoba is 7% and Federal Goods and Services Tax (GST) in Canada is 5%. Prices generally do not include tax, so expect your purchases to cost an additional 12%. It is customary in Winnipeg that all prices are set by a price tag and it is uncommon for retailers to bargain. It is common for smaller shops to close at 6PM, while large stores and malls will close around 9PM on weekdays. Weekends have reduced shopping hours, especially Sundays. Stores are only allowed to open at 9AM on Sundays and must close by 6PM, with certain exceptions (such as convenience stores). There are a few large chain stores that are open 24 hours or until midnight, such as Walmart, Shopper's Drug Mart and Superstore.

Markets 1 Downtown Winnipeg Farmer's Market, Edmonton St & Graham Ave (Manitoba Hydro Place Plaza), ☏ +1 204-958-4626, [email protected]. Jul–early Sep: 11:30AM–5:30PM. Similar to the St. Norbert Farmer's Market (many of the same vendors). Started in 2013. 2 St. Norbert Farmer's Market, 3514 Pembina Hwy (in St. Norbert, south of the Perimeter). Jun–Sep: Sa 8AM–3PM, W 11AM–4PM; Oct Sa 8AM–3PM. Fresh fruits and vegetables, breads and cookies, crafts including: wooden toys, leather purses, outdoor furniture, creative metal works and fine jewellery. Everything is made in Manitoba. 3 Ten Thousand Villages, 134 Plaza Dr (near the intersection of Pembina Hwy & Bishop Grandin Blvd), ☏ +1 204-261-0566. M–Sa 10AM–5:30PM. A fair-trade store run by the Mennonite Central Committee. The store offers various hand-made gifts and crafts created by artisans from around the world. All merchandise is bought from the artisans at a fair price to help provide income for struggling families in the developing world.

Shopping malls 4 Garden City Shopping Centre, 2305 McPhillips St (in Garden City), ☏ +1 204-338-7076. M–F 9:30AM–9PM, Sa 9:30AM–6PM, Su 11AM–6PM. A single level mall that has a lot of different stores, Canadian Tire and Winners. (updated May 2021) 5 Grant Park Shopping Centre, 1120 Grant Ave (in River Heights), ☏ +1 204-475-8556. A vibrant, urban centre of nearly 400,000 square feet and over 70 shops and services. 6 Kildonan Place, 1555 Regent Ave W (in Transcona), ☏ +1 204-661-6116, [email protected]. M–F 11AM–7PM, Sa Su 11AM–6PM. With over 100 stores and services, Kildonan Place is northeast Winnipeg’s largest shopping centre. (updated May 2021) 7 Polo Park Shopping Centre, 1485 Portage Ave (in St. James), ☏ +1 204-784-2500, [email protected]. Centrally located, Polo Park offers over 200 stores and services in

Eat

Winnipeg residents love food. There is an amazing array of restaurants catering to every taste and budget. Tipping is customary in Winnipeg and is not included in the price of the food. Some restaurants may automatically add a gratuity charge for large groups. Tips typically range from 10–20%

Local cuisine includes:

Winnipeg goldeye, a smoked fish available at most grocery stores and fish markets. Winnipeg-style rye bread, best bought unsliced directly from the bakery. Winnipeg-style cream cheese is a good accompaniment for Gunn's bagels. Fresh pickerel filets and cheeks. Russian mints Manitoba maple syrup Kubasa or kielbasa, a ready-to-eat Eastern European pork garlic sausage smoked daily. Mennonite farmer's sausage (for frying or barbecuing). Chili Burgers Tourtière, a Québécois meat pie. Québécois desserts like sucre à la crême (similar to fudge) and tarte à sucre (like pecan pie, minus pecans). Indigenous foods like elk, bison, and bannock. Honey dill dipping sauce for things like chicken fingers and fries. Can be ordered at almost any restaurant in Winnipeg or bought in some stores.

Budget 1 Affinity Vegetarian Garden, 100–208 Edmonton St (downtown), ☏ +1 204-943-0251. M–F 11:30AM–2PM, 5–9:30PM, Sa 5–9:30PM, Su closed. Chinese and vegetarian, including vegetarian imitations of shrimp and fish. entrees $8.75-11.50. 2 Burrito Del Rio Taqueria, 433 River Ave (in Osborne Village), ☏ +1 204-415-5600. Mexican. 3 Falafel Place, 1101 Corydon Ave (in River Heights), ☏ +1 204-489-5811. Lebanese/brunch. Perfect for hangovers. 4 KG Saigon, 840 Sargent Ave (in the West End), ☏ +1 204-783-3482. Amazing Vietnamese food. 5 The North Star Drive-In, 531 McGregor St (in the North End), ☏ +1 204-589-4003. Across the street from Alycia's, and has excellent burgers in town. If you try this family-run drive in, expect very friendly staff and delicious burgers, hot dogs, and fries. North Star also always has a fresh dogbowl of water if you happen to bring your pet along. Salisbury House, 21 locations throughout the city. Started during the Dirty Thirties, the company still succeeded due to good food at decent prices. Salisbury refers to hamburgers as "nips", and French fried potatoes as "chips". Many expatriates returning to the city find it a necessity to have at least one Sals' "nip". 6 VJ's Drive Inn, 170 Main St (across from Union Station, downtown), ☏ +1 204-943-2655. Greasy spoon. Burgers, fries and shakes. One of the best in town.

Mid-range

7 Baked Expectations, 161 Osborne St (in Osborne Village), ☏ +1 204-452-5176. Popular bakery and restaurant, f

Drink & nightlife

The sale of alcohol is regulated by the Government of Manitoba through the Manitoba Liquor Control Commission (MLCC, or the "LC"). All alcohol is sold through the MLCC's Liquor Marts. Beer and wine can be sold through beer vendors or wine markets. Any establishment selling alcohol must be licensed and follow MLCC rules, such as minimum drink prices and last call at 2AM. The legal drinking age in Manitoba is 18. Alcohol can only be consumed in residences or licensed establishments, not in public. The legal blood alcohol contact (BAC) limit for driving is 0.05. Taxis are common at popular night spots. Buses run infrequently at night and stop running before 2AM. Winnipeg is home to some local breweries:

1 Fort Garry Brewing, 130 Lowson Crescent, ☏ +1 204-487-3678, [email protected]. M–F 8:30AM–5PM, Sa 2–6PM, closed Su. Manitoba's oldest microbrewery est. 1930. Tours available. (updated May 2021) 2 Half Pints Brewing, 550 Roseberry St (just off of St Matthews Ave), ☏ +1 204-832-7468, [email protected]. Daily 11AM–6PM. Free brewing tours on Saturdays. (updated May 2021) 3 Trans Canada Brewing Co., 1290 Kenaston Blvd, ☏ +1 204-666-2337, [email protected]. M–Sa 9AM–10PM, Su 9AM–7PM. A restaurant and brewery. (updated May 2021)

Nightspots Parking will be difficult in the popular areas, especially Saturday nights.

Corydon Ave. Packed patios during the summer, the place for late night eats and drinks all year round. Osborne Village. Home of the underground scene and late night food and drinks. Exchange District. The main dance clubs in Winnipeg can be found in the Exchange District.

Bars 4 Bar Italia (Bar I), 737 Corydon Ave, ☏ +1 204-452-1929. Billiard tables, a packed patio and attracts a hip, twenty-something crowd. 18+. 5 High and Lonesome Club (Times Change(d)), 234 Main St (downtown), ☏ +1 204-957-0982, [email protected]. W–F 11:30AM–2:30PM and 5:30–8:30PM, Sa 5:30–8:30PM. Folk, roots, country, blues. 18+. 6 Pembina Draught Bar (The Pemby), 1011 Pembina Hwy, ☏ +1 204-453-3724. Younger crowd, large selection of cheap beer by the pitcher, decent music, pool, foosball, and free darts. 18+. 7 The Windsor Hotel, 187 Garry St (downtown), ☏ +1 204-942-7528, [email protected]. The best live blues in town. 18+.

Pubs and lounges 8 King's Head Pub, 120 King St (in the Exchange District), ☏ +1 204-957-7710, [email protected]. M–Th 11AM–midnight, F Sa 11AM–2AM, Su noon–midnight. A British-style pub with great British and Indian food, it's also a great place to go for a large selection of beers on tap. Occasional live music upstairs. (upd

Sleep

All major chain hotels have properties in Winnipeg. As well as in the downtown area, there are numerous hotels near the airport, near Polo Park Shopping Centre, and on Pembina Hwy South. Cheap motels can be found throughout the city. The older hotels on Main St should be avoided at all costs.

Budget 1 UWinnipeg Downtown Hostel, 370 Langside St, ☏ +1 204-786-9139, [email protected]. This hostel operates out of the McFeetors Hall Student Residence at the University of Winnipeg's Furby-Langside Campus. Availability depends on how many students are occupying the residence hall at any given time. The hall is generally almost entirely open to travellers during the summer season; availability during the regular school year can be fairly limited or nonexistent. From $65. (updated Mar 2018)

Mid-range 2 Humphry Inn & Suites, 260 Main Street (across from the train station), ☏ +1 204 942-4222, toll-free: +1-877-486-7479. A modern hotel in a central location. Hot breakfast included. Salt water swimming pool, sauna, fitness centre, business centre, 24-hr laundry facility. From $115. (updated Sep 2021) 3 The Columns Bed & Breakfast, 5 East Gate (in Wolseley), ☏ +1 204-510-4803, toll-free: +1-877-772-1626, fax: +1 204-237-4309. Check-in: 2PM, check-out: 11AM. The Columns is a heritage mansion, built in 1906 on treed river side property on East Gate. At the base of the garden, there is a bicycle/walking path that leads to the popular Forks area in downtown Winnipeg. The house has been renovated and restored by the current owners. From $125. 4 Norwood Hotel, 112 Marion St (in St. Boniface), ☏ +1 204-233-4475. The Norwood Hotel in Winnipeg has been providing guests with excellent hospitality since the late 1800s. Hospitality is a family tradition, and the Sparrow family has owned and operated the Norwood Hotel since 1937, the oldest family-operated hotel in Manitoba. $115+. 5 West Gate Manor Bed & Breakfast, 71 West Gate (in Wolseley), ☏ +1 204-772-9788. Enjoy the beauty of the country life in the heart of the city. From $75. 6 Hansen Inn, 150 Sherbrook Street, ☏ +1 204 960-6516, [email protected]. Five rooms, from a single bed plus child bed to a two-room suite, some with shared bath. Free wifi in all areas, and laundry available. $65-90. (updated May 2016)

Splurge 7 Fort Garry Hotel, 222 Broadway Ave (downtown), ☏ +1 204-942-8251, toll-free: +1-800-665-8088, fax: +1 204-956-2351, [email protected]. Check-in: 3PM, check-out: noon. A former Grand Trunk Pacific Railway hotel, the Fort Garry was completed in 1913, and bears similarities to New Yo

Go next

Winnipeg is a great starting point to begin exploring the province of Manitoba. Manitoba has many recreational opportunities, including canoeing, fishing, cycling, and cross-country skiing.

Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site of Canada, 15 min north of Winnipeg Oak Hammock Marsh, 20 min north of Winnipeg Flights and trains to Churchill, a favourite Manitoba oceanfront spot for polar bears, are available from Winnipeg. There is no road. The Gimli Icelandic Festival (Islendingadagurinn) in Gimli (Manitoba) (1 hr north on Hwy 8, first weekend of August) is the second oldest continuous ethnic festival in North America. It includes contests and a parade. Grand Beach Provincial Park (100 km northeast on Hwy 59) is famous for its beautiful white sand fresh water beaches. Whiteshell Provincial Park (90 minutes east of Winnipeg via Highway 1 or Highway 44, or VIA Rail Service to Brereton Lake) offers great camping, hiking, and boating. The Mennonite Heritage Village in Steinbach (1 hour southeast of Winnipeg) is representative of Mennonite villages found throughout Southern Manitoba at the turn of the century, recounting the pioneer stories of Russian Mennonites and their migration to Canada. The north side illustrates early settlement buildings while the south side shows the gradual shift to various business enterprises. 3 Winnipeg/St. Andrews Airport, 19 km north of the city on Highway 8, has scheduled service to the Manitoba settlements Berens River, Bloodvein River, Garden Hill, Gods Lake Narrows, Gods Lake, Little Grand Rapids, Oxford House, Red Sucker Lake, and St. Theresa Point, and the Northern Ontario settlements Deer Lake, Sandy Lake, and Poplar Hill. Many of these places are home to various fishing lodges.