What does early Spring mean to Camping?

There has been a lot of excitement around Manitoba this past week. Seeing the snow almost gone on March 18 makes us feel like a kid on their way to Disneyland.
How does this affect our Campground? Well, most importantly is that we are well on our way to an early May pool opening. Second most important is that our Seasonal campers won’t have to trudge through snow when the power goes on.
Our virtual office (email and phone) is always open. Our physical office and RDR Grill & Concession will be open regular hours starting mid April Check the website and facebook page for updates . Until then we will be open by appointment only.
Most roadways are now accessible. Please keep in mind however that it will be wet and dirty at the campground for the next couple weeks.The Rec Building is also open. There is an information display set up with brochures, general information and pictures of what is hiding under the spring grime. If anyone is wanting to come check their campers, have a look around or get some information you are welcome to come out for a drive.

May Long weekend is only 58 days away, that’s only 130o hours.  Check out the website for some great early season camping specials.  Book your favourite campsite today.

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May Long Weekend

As we are all well aware the weather on a Manitoba May Long weekend can go from Snow to Sunburn in the blink of an eye. It doesn’t seem to matter what that weather is though our Manitoba campers will still be here. We are a hardy bunch and love to get out and camp after this cold, dreary winter. But that weather also makes planning activities a little bit difficult. We always try to include an indoor plan or backup plan for any of our campground activities just in case. So, I have spent the last few months searching for  a new activity that would fit that bill. I think I have found something that everyone will be able to enjoy regardless of what Mother Nature throws our way. And it doesn’t matter if you are 5 years old or 65 we can all give it a try. Curbside Game Box will be coming to the campground on the Sunday afternoon of May Long Weekend.

Campground activites may Long

Curbside Game box trailer

GAming trailer

Of course we are still hoping for a sunburn weekend and lots more to come this summer. Book your campsite now.

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Wishful thinking and a contest too

How about that weather? Yup it sucks unless you are a Polar Bear. But it’s always an easy topic of conversation no matter which season: wow it’s hot? can you believe how much rain we got? We got 4 feet of snow how about you? And of course at this time of year: it’s so cold that…. Although we are still in a brutal cold streak the weather powers that be are saying we are headed for a warm up. This of course brings the question – do you think it will actually happen? Which brings me to my latest contest idea. When do you think the next day we will see a temperature above -10C will be? Will it be next week or next month or next year?
Contest details: go to our Rubber Ducky Facebook Page and find the post “Enter our Blog Contest”. Comment the next date you think our temperature will be above -10C. One entry per person.  Guesses must be made at least one day in advance. Winners will receive $10 Ducky Bucks. In the event of multiple winners the first 3 correct guesses will win. Official temperature will be determined by the thermometer located at Rubber Ducky Resort.

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One last This Weekend at the Duck

Saturday
5pm – Annual Thanksgiving Potluck
Sunday
Movies in the Rec Building starting at 3pm

RDR Grill & Concession Hours
Fri noon-9pm
Sat 9am – 10pm
Sun 9am-9pm
Specials
Taco in a Bag
A bag of Doritos filled with seasoned beef, lettuce, salsa, sour cream and shredded cheese 2.79

Cheeseburger & Onion Rings
Our popular classic cheeseburger with a side of crispy onion rings 7.17

Candy, chocolate bars, ice cream and chips are on sale. Stop by the concession to see the selection.

Outdoor Storage $28/month
Indoor Golf Cart Storage $10/month
Seasonal sites start at $1900/year (includes winter storage)

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This Weekend at the Duck

Bring a Friend Weekend – Stay 2 nights and get a second campsite for FREE

Friday
6:00pm –Bomber Game in the Rec Building
Saturday
Dusk – Movie Night in the Rec Building

RDR Grill & Concession Hours
Fri, Sat 9am – 10pm; Sun 9am-8pm

Specials

Taco in a Bag
A bag of Doritos filled with seasoned beef, lettuce, salsa, sour cream and shredded cheese Manitoba campground activities2.79

Cheeseburger & Onion Rings
Our popular classic cheeseburger with a side of crispy onion rings     7.17

Candy, chocolate bars, ice cream and chips are on sale. Stop by the concession to see the selection.
Outdoor Storage $28/month
Indoor Golf Cart Storage $10/month
Seasonal sites start at $1900/year (includes winter storage)

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This Weekend at the Duck

Friday
6-9pm – Pig Roast; Roast Pork, Baked Potato, Beans, Coleslaw, Roll, Pickles & Dessert. Adults 13.27 kids 12 & under 6.64
Saturday
9am-noon – Mud Bog RegistrationManitoba campground activities
1:00pm – Racing Begins
2-3pm – Ice Cream Social. Build your own sundae in the Rec Building sm 1.73 lrg 2.74
5:30pm – Bomber Game in the Rec Building
Dark – Fireworks near the big hill

RDR Grill & Concession Hours
Fri, Sat 9am – 10pm; Sun 9am-8pm
Weekend Pool & Hot Tub Hours
Hot Tubs daily 9am-10pm
Regular Pool Fri 2pm-10pm; Sat 10am-10pm; Sun 10am-7pm
Specials
BOGO
Buy one twister or cone and get the second for free

Taco in a Bag
A bag of Doritos filled with seasoned beef, lettuce, salsa, sour cream and shredded cheese 2.79

French Vanilla or Swiss Hazelnut Coffee 1.15

Pool/Hot Tubs are open until late September.
Check out the Fall Specials

Storage $28/month
Seasonal sites start at $1900/year (includes winter storage)

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This Weekend at the Duck

Saturday
2-3pm – Ice Cream Social. Build your own sundae in the Rec Building sm 1.73 lrg 2.74
4:30pm – Digital Scavenger Hunt. Use your phone or camera to take pictures of the items on our list. Pick up your list at the Concession
Dusk – Movie Night in the Outdoor Theater – Check the board in the Rec for movie title
RDR Grill & Concession Hours
Fri, Sat 9am – 10pm; Sun 9am-8pm
Mon, Tue 9am-6pm; Wed 10am-6pm Thu 9am-9pm
Weekend Pool & Hot Tub Hours
Hot Tubs daily 9am-10pm
Regular Pool Fri 2pm-10pm; Sat 10am-10pm; Sun 10am-7pm
Specials
BOGO
Buy one twister or cone and get the second for free

Fried Pickle Burger
Our classic cheeseburger topped with deep fried pickle slices
With fries 7.17; with cactus chippers 7.83 ; with poutine 8.17Manitoba campground activities

French Vanilla or Swiss Hazelnut Coffee 1.15

Pool/Hot Tubs are open until late September.
Check out the Fall Specials

Storage $28/month
Seasonal sites start at $1900/year (includes winter storage)

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This Weekend at the Duck

Friday
Dusk – Movie Night in the Outdoor Theater – Check the board in the Rec for movie title
Saturday
2-3pm – Ice Cream Social. Build your own sundae in the Rec Building sm 1.73 lrg 2.74
5:00pm – Seasonal Camper Potluck Windup in the Rec Building. Bring your favorite dish to share
9:00pm – Bomber Game in the Rec Building

RDR Grill & Concession HoursManitoba campground activities
Fri, Sat 9am – 10pm; Sun 9am-9pm
Mon, Tue 9am-6pm; Wed 10am-6pm Thu 9am-9pm
Weekend Pool & Hot Tub Hours
Hot Tubs daily 9am-10pm
Regular Pool Fri 2pm-10pm; Sat 10am-10pm; Sun 10am-7pm
Specials
Half Price Ice Cream
Buy one twister or cone and get the second at half price

Ranch Chicken Burger
Breaded, all white meat chicken burger topped with creamy ranch dressing.
Served with fries 7.65

French Vanilla or Swiss Hazelnut Coffee 1.15

Pool/Hot Tubs are open until late September.
Check out the Fall Specials
Leave your camper parked and come back next weekend – ask about our Pay-As-You-Go Special

Storage $28/month

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This Weekend at the Duck

Saturday
2-3pm – Ice Cream Social. Build your own sundae in the Rec Building sm 1.73 lrg 2.74
6:30pm – Redneck Horseshoes. Try your luck at tossing toilet seats instead of horseshoes
Dusk – Movie Night in the Outdoor Theater – Check the board in the Rec for movie title
Sunday
9:00am – Ducky Hunt. Find the specially marked ducks and bring them to the office for a Manitoba campground activitiesprize
3:00pm – Bomber Game in the Rec Building

RDR Grill & Concession Hours
Fri, Sat 9am – 10pm; Sun 9am-9pm
Mon-Wed 9am-7pm; Thu 10am-9pm
Weekend Pool & Hot Tub Hours
Hot Tub daily 9am-10pm
Regular Pool daily 9am-10pm
Splash Pool 11am-8pm
Specials
Twister of the Week
Cookies & Crème Supreme – Creamy Vanilla Soft Serve mixed with chunks of chocolate cookies and topped with whipped cream
Sm 3.84 lrg 4.29

Cactus Chippers
Spicy Potato Chip Style French Fries 2.96

French Vanilla or Swiss Hazelnut Coffee 1.15

Pools/Hot Tubs are open until late September.
Check out the Fall Specials
Leave your camper parked and come back next weekend – ask about our Pay-As-You-Go Special

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September Long at the Duck

Thursday
Dusk – Movie Night in the Outdoor Theater – Check the board in the Rec for movie title
Saturday
2-3pm – Ice Cream Social. Build your own sundae in the Rec Building sm 1.73 lrg 2.74
4:30pm – Chicken Wing Eating Contest. Sign up at the office. $20 to enter (includes 24 wings). Limit 20 people. Prizes for top wing eaters.
6-10pm – Karaoke in the Rec Building
9pm to close – Adult swim in the regular pool. Splash pool open for familiesManitoba campground activities
Sunday
1:00pm – Cupcake Eating Challenge. Can you eat a cupcake without using your hands? Sign up at the office before 9:30am.
3:00pm – Bomber Game in the Rec Building
Dusk – Movie Night in the Outdoor Theater – Check the board in the Rec for movie title

RDR Grill & Concession Hours
Fri, Sat, Sun – 9am – 11pm; Mon – Thu 9am – 9pm

Specials
Twister of the Week
Mystery Twister – Creamy Vanilla Soft Serve mixed with 2 surprise flavours
Sm 3.84 lrg 4.29

Family Size Fries & Onion Rings
Crispy fries & onion rings in a combo big enough for the whole family to share 8.54 Substitute lattice fries or cactus chippers .66

French Vanilla or Swiss Hazelnut Coffee 1.15

Pools/Hot Tubs are open until late September.
Check out the Fall Specials
Leave your camper parked and come back next weekend – ask about our Pay-As-You-Go Special

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