Forestry Farm Park & Zoo

It all began with a tree nursery. Millions of saplings and 100 years later, the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo remains a cornerstone of ecology, inspired learning and lasting memories.

Today, this national historic site boasts carefully crafted gardens, restored heritage buildings, a great new naturally-themed playground, and Saskatchewan’s only CAZA-AZAC accredited zoo. Be sure to check out the PotashCorp Ark, where a red panda and cougars have taken centre stage. Also, if you catch them on the right day, you may see grizzly bears Koda and Mistaya wrestling, digging, or playing in their pond at the Kinsmen Bear Exhibit. If monkeys, pygmy goats, rabbits, or lizards draw your attention, don’t forget to visit the Kinsmen Children’s Zoo. A new attraction is two dingo pups.

The Forestry Farm Park & Zoo is located at 1903 Forestry Farm Park Drive (off Attridge Drive). For more information, phone 306-975-3382 or visit www.saskatoon.ca under the tab Parks, Recreation and Attractions.

Western Development Museum

The Western Development Museum is the keeper of Saskatchewan’s collective heritage. The museum shares the province’s unique sense of place with all people for their understanding and enjoyment – recognizing that the legacy of the past is the foundation for a sustainable future.

The WDM is the largest human history museum in Saskatchewan with a collection of nearly 80,000 artifacts. The museum tells the Saskatchewan story from the beginning of settlement to the present. Organized educational opportunities are widely available, as the museum is dedicated to enlightening Saskatoon and area schools throughout the year.

It is operational from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily from April to December. Admission rates vary with age, but children aged five and under get in free.

The museum is located at 2610 Lorne Ave. For more information, visit www.wdm.ca or call 306-931-1910.

Nutrien Wonderhub Children’s Museum

The mission of the museum is to foster creativity, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning in children 12 and under, through hands-on exhibits, programming and outreach.

The vision is to create a stateof-the-art, centrally located children’s museum in the former Mendel Art Gallery building that is a vibrant and welcoming hub for children and families, a resource for schools and a major tourist destination. This dream will become a reality June 28. For more information, visit www.wonderhub.ca.

Remai Modern

Remai Modern is a museum of modern and contemporary art.

Remai Modern offers a unique perspective on art and culture in the 21st century, with an eye on the future. Remai Modern houses the most comprehensive collection of linocuts by Pablo Picasso (1881-1973). This focused and specialized collection includes editioned prints, working states and experimental proofs that provide insight into the artist’s process — a rare glimpse into one of the 20th century’s most prolific and innovative artists.

All of Picasso’s linocuts were produced in a 17-year period between 1951 and 1968.

Remai Modern’s collection consists of 194 out of 197 linocut subjects known to exist, in addition to 212 working proofs. Spanning four levels, Remai Modern has 11 gallery spaces over three floors, learning studios, a theatre, restaurant, store, lounges, play areas and numerous multi-use spaces. For more information, visit remaimodern.org.

Meewasin Trail

Many parks and sites are located along the Meewasin Trail, a must-see attraction. The trail runs along both sides of the river, winding under the bridges, and through beautifully landscaped parks and natural areas. Residents and visitors ß ock to the trail to cycle, jog, stroll or simply gaze at the scenery. Exploring the trail is easy. Access points are found throughout the city, with maps and interpretive signage along the route. The Meewasin Valley has many programs, stretching far beyond the trails.

For more information, visit www.meewasin.com/.

Cameco Meewasin Skating Rink

Opening in mid-December every year, the rink is a popular destination for all lovers of skating. Admission is free (but donations are always welcome), and skates are available to borrow, thanks to generous donations from Saskatoon and area residents. Accessible public washrooms, operated by the City of Saskatoon, are available just adjacent to the rink. With daily skating hours from noon to 9 p.m. daily, as well as three winter skating parties, this is a fun way to make the cold months seem a little warmer.

For more information on Meewasin locations and programming, visit www. meewasin.com.

Optimist Hill at Diefenbaker Park

A wondrous new attraction opened last winter in Saskatoon. Optimist Hill’s facilities offer a full range of activities for children and adults. During the winter, tubing, snowboarding and skiing were on the menu. Affordable equipment rentals make outside play easy and accessible for everyone in our community. Winter or summer, Optimist Hill offers settings for a range of outdoor and indoor activities. For more information, visit optimisthill.ca.

Sask. Aviation Museum and Learning Centre

The museum is operated and maintained by volunteers and is operated by the Saskatchewan Aviation Historical Society, a non-proÞ t, charitable organization founded to preserve the province’s strong aviation past. The museum houses a world-class collection of airworthy aircraft and related artifacts. The focus is on learning and hands-on experience. The museum is open seven days a week at #5 Hangar Road at the Diefenbaker Airport. Visit saskaviation.ca for more information.