Consult your hunting guide for specific seasons and limits or contact Manitoba Conservation by phone at 652-2273 or in person at 323 Railway Ave (second floor of the Town of Gillam Building).
Canoeing:
Gillam has many streams, rivers, and lakes in its surrounding area for all canoe lovers. This is a sport done here at your own risk.
Parks & Playgrounds:
Spend the afternoon with your family and friends enjoying a picnic
basket of good food and fun activities at one of our community parks.
Pumphouse Beach: Located 2 km from town the Pumphouse Beach is a favorite place to spend a sunny afternoon. While relaxing in the sun enjoy a cold drink and don't forget your sun screen!
Snowmobiling:
With hundreds of miles of groomed trails, Gillam is a prime location for the snowmobile lover. Enjoy endless lakes of unspoiled powder snow and beautiful scenic bush trails.
If you're more of a summer time person, come ride the numerous surrounding trails or rip around the Esker hills just minutes from town. You can't miss the Annual Boggy River Riders ATV Poker Derby in the Spring! Prepare for plenty of water & loads of fun!
Hydro Dams:
There are three large hydroelectric dams in the Gillam area.
Come for a guided tour through one of these breathtaking facilities.
You will see how it works from the inside out and be amazed at just
how much goes into one of these massive structures.
Recreation Centre:
Gillam Recreation Centre: 652-3162
Recreation Programmer: 652-3168
Regular Hours: 8am-12am 7 days a week
The Gillam Recreation Centre offers a wide variety of activities, day and night, winter and summer. Some of the activities are: hockey, tennis, curling, teen drop in room, fitness centre, mini golf, and bowling. There is also a snack bar, conference rooms, library and gymnasium.
Summer Day Camp:
Held in July & August, Mon-Fri during the day. Every week there is a different theme. For details on price and availability contact the Recreation Programmer at 652-3168.
Wapusk National Park:
Located in the Churchill ( "Canada's Polar Bear capital") region, Wapusk is only a train ride from Gillam. While in the area go Polar Bear gazing in the tundra buggy or visit the rugged site of Canada's tundra.
Of course Churchill is a must see. "If you have come as far North as Gillam, you may as well go all the way!" Watching the Polar Bears or riding with the Whales is an experience you will never forget! For more information check out the Churchill website at www.townofchurchill.ca
or call the administration office at (204) 675-8871.
Other Sports:
There are many other activities you can do in Gillam. A few of these are:
- cross-country skiing
- camping
- boating
- baseball
- soccer
- badminton
- snowshoeing & tobogganing
