Treherne is a small, friendly community located in the Central Plains Region of Manitoba, on Provincial Trunk Highway 2 (the Prairie Red Coat Trail) along the Boyne River. The community of approximately 750 people is 135 kilometres southwest of Winnipeg, the Provincial Capital. The rolling lands of the Tiger Hills, creates a picturesque background for the many activities and attractions of the area. Treherne offers a wide variety of professional and retail services for people of all ages.
History
The exact beginning of Treherne is hard to pinpoint as early records are non-existent due to fires. According to available information, a post office, blacksmith shop and boarding or stopping house, was in evidence in 1881. Then the railroad came to the community around 1886 building a pump house and water tower, as well as, the first station served as the section foreman's home.
Treherne has had its share of fires as well. In 1890, on April 28th, the block from Broadway to Griffin Street was wiped out by fire. On September 28, 1898, a second disaster came, when the block from Broadway to Smith Street was destroyed. In most cases the buildings destroyed were replaced as soon as possible. Over time, the town has seen growth with a hotel, school, grain warehouse, elevators, flour mill, church, grocery and dry good stores, hardware store, drugstore and livery barn. Then came the lumber yard, creamery, skating rink, curling rink, nursing home and small hospital.
Many other growths and hardships have shaped the community that exists today.
Economic Base
Treherne lies in the middle of Manitoba's Prairie agriculture region, and owes much of its existence to farming. Most of the residents of the town and the surrounding area are involved either directly or indirectly in agriculture.
The region's rolling hills and flat plains grow some of the finest crops in the world. All types of cereal grains including wheat, barley and oats are grown along with oilseeds such as flax and canola. Several farms in the area grow different types of specialty crops including corn, sunflowers, potatoes, and many vegetable crops. Many of the town's businesses strive to support the agricultural community, supplying goods and services to area farmers.
Treherne also has a small business district including several restaurants, stores and retail outlets that supply residents with most needed day to day goods and services.
Major Attractions
As with many small towns, the local arena plays a key part in the local sports scene. The Treherne Arena is home to Minor Hockey, Senior Hockey and Figure Skating and public free skates. Other special activities during the winter months include hockey tournaments, a skate-a-thon, and a figure skating show.
Situated near the Cottonwood Campground, the junior olympic-size heated pool is open for public swimming during afternoons and evenings for the summer. Swimming lessons are also available.
The Delahunt Golf and Country Club is a top rate nine-hole course located 1.5 kilometres east of Treherne on Highway 2. The course is open to the public from early May to mid October and features watered fairways, grass greens, and power-cart rentals. When you have finished your round on the challenging course drop in to the licensed, air-conditioned clubhouse for a cool beverage and enjoy a tasty item from the menu, all served by the friendly and courteous staff.
The rolling terrain of the Treherne area provides interesting cross-country skiing opportunities for skiers of all levels of expertise. Groomed trails are available for the enjoyment of all ski enthusiasts. Five-pin bowling is a sport enjoyed by people of all ages - juniors to seniors. Bowling leagues operate from September to April.
Be sure to visit the Treherne Museum while in the area. It will take you back to another time as you view replicas of a store, a country schoolroom, a restaurant and a house typical of years gone by. A unique feature of the Treherne Museum is the extensive gun collection that will fascinate visitors with the history of the guns used in early days. Another unique attraction in the area is the Glass Church and Glass Bottle House. Built in 1907, the Treherne United Church has been restored to the original beauty and style it had during its prime.
Facilities - Recreation, Parks, Culture
Tiger Mountain Pool
Don't miss the opportunity to cool off during those hot summer months. Tiger Mountain Pool offers public swimming, splash parties, as well as, lessons to those that would like to learn to swim like the fish. Call the Tiger Mountain Pool for times and fees.
Treherne Museum
Step into the past and enjoy the many artifacts that are contained at the Treherne Museum. One highlight is the extensive gun collection that is one of largest in Manitoba. A must see if you are in the area.
Cottonwood Campground
Enjoy family camping fun at the Cottonwood Campground. We offer many sites that are sheltered, also offering water and sewer sites, as well as, many non-serviced sites. Take advantage of the large fort play structure that is guaranteed to keep the kids busy. The campground is conveniently located within walking distance of the Tiger Mountain Pool.
