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THE BRANDON SUN • LAKE LIFE • SATURDAY, MAY 27, 2023
If you want to reconnect with nature while having the comforts of home, then glamping in the geodesic domes of Moonlit Canopy might be your best option. Each dome has a private hot tub and patio area. (Trident Media)
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there is Wi-Fi, Jamieson said she hopes people take the time to disconnect from the screens. “Maybe it’s what I needed during COVID, and that’s where this project stemmed from, but I find myself most at peace when I can completely disconnect — nobody’s calling me, no- body’s emailing me, no- body’s bugging me. It’s just so relaxing, and that’s what I want people to experi- ence when they’re there. I want them to hear the birds chirping.” Moonlit Canopy is open year-round. Jamieson said fall is one of her favour- ite times there as the trees change colour to create a beautiful backdrop. In the winter, the trails turn into snowshoeing trails, and the lake is excellent for ice fish- ing and snowmobiling. With only three domes available, they book up fast. But Jamieson said keep an eye on their social media as they do have cancellations. They open up the calendar
in four-month blocks, so the next chance will be in June for the fall calendar. This August will mark the beginning of their third year, and they feel they have gotten into a good groove. “One benefit of me work- ing in the tourism industry is that I work with a lot of reservation systems and … on the customer ser- vice side of things, making bookings and arrange- ments,” she said. “That was very familiar to me so with the staff in our office, we are able to manage the in- quiries, the bookings, the cancellations, whatever it is that might come in.” On the other side of things, Turner is in charge the maintenance of the domes. “He is a Red Seal mechan- ic, but he also does carpen- try work on the site, so I guess you could call him a jack of all trades.” Moonlit Canopy has cus- tomer relations staff as well as housekeepers who live nearby.
The majority of guests they have seen so far have been from Manitoba, right across the province. Jamie- son said they have also wel- comed people from neigh- bouring provinces and even from south of the border, as they are only about 40 min- utes from North Dakota. They see families come to enjoy the area, couples, girls getaways, and a lot of special occasions, such as anniversaries, honeymoons and babymoons. “Relax, refresh and just plain chill or adventure and play! Moonlit Canopy is pretty low key. No butler, no room service or restaurants on site,” states the website. “Our ‘no-frills’ vibe is part of our charm, but it’s not for everyone. We have created a piece of paradise for you.” » Twitter: @jillianaustin » jillianaustin.news@gmail. com » Jillian Austin is a freelance writer, as well as a real es- tate agent with Century 21 Westman Realty.
The three domes are tucked into the treeline on the hillside between hole 9 and hole 18, approximate- ly 70 feet apart. Each dome has a deck with a barbecue, patio table, chairs and pri- vate hot tub. Inside there is a centre mezzanine with a kitchenette, a king bed, and then up in the loft is a queen bed. There is a three-piece bathroom, kitchen table for four and a small love seat with two chairs for relaxing. As for activities, there are many to choose from. Golfing is right outside your door, and the beach is a short walk away. Visitors can also kayak, ride e-bikes and explore the hiking trails. Each dome has a basket of outdoor games, board games, cards and even a record player. Noticeably missing is a television, which was purposely left out. “Just to kind of bring back that summer, nostalgic at- mosphere,” she said. While
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