PRAIRIE DOG CENTRAL RAILWAY ROUTE
The
first station stop on many Events, Grosse Isle is a small
community of some 500 persons.
Geographic Board of Canada correspondence from 1919 indicates that the
community adopted the name given to the area by early French hunters on
account of it being a large wooded tract of land surrounded by swamp
which provided good hunting ... Grosse Ile is French for big
island.
The Canadian National Railway point was established in 1904.
As an aside, Grosse Isle was above
the
1852 floodwaters and many area residents sought refuge there on “the
island”.
For those that are looking for something unique to do as part of the
experience with the Prime Meridian
Trail, are just plain curious, or have
a hobby of
geocaching, the location of
the Station is
N. 50° 03.899'
WO. 97° 26.638'
There are many vendors at Grosse Isle providing you with the opportunity to purchase beverages, snacks, handicrafts and souvenirs.
Events
In September Grosse Isle is the host of the RAILWAY FALL SUPPER!
Our
Railway Fall Supper provides an opportunity to ride back into
time on a 1900-vintage train and enjoy the savory goodness of
old-fashioned home-cooked food freshly prepared by the Grosse Isle
Recreation Centre. Community fall
suppers on Canada’s Prairies go back in time when rural one room
school districts each had their annual suppers. With seating on the train for only three hundred, this is an always
sell-out event ... so buy your tickets early!
Originally known as "fowl" suppers, farm poultry used to include
duck, geese, chicken and turkey. The main event of a fall
supper is not the main course of turkey and mashed potatoes with all
of the trimmings, but it is dessert, where large tables are covered
with wedges of pies of all kinds.
Activities
During your stay in Grosse Isle, look for the wood carvings by Fred Gross. Fred also assists in managing the V Gross Doll Museum that is located in Warren.
A short country drive takes you to a magical wonderland where new memories are sure to be created and those carefree childhood days brought back to life!
Over 4000 dolls await your visit in the V Gross Doll Museum! Regardless if you are a beginning or a seasoned collector, the gift shop features a fine selection of over 250 dolls and unique woodcarvings. You will definitely find that special treasure to take home with you!
Admission to the Museum is $4.00.
HOURS from May to October are 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, Sunday to Friday or
by appointment. Phone - 204-322-5346 or
Email:
vgross@mts.net
