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A New Look for Clear Lake Country

Inspired by Riding Mountain National Park's rich heritage dating back to the 1930s, we developed a visual identity for Clear Lake Country that perfectly captured the region's spirit.

A vintage-style enamel mug rests on a sandy surface, adorned with a unique design featuring a bison silhouette, reflecting in water, against a backdrop of a sun and sky, portrayed in a minimalistic style with soothing blue and orange colors. This mug represents the essence of Clear Lake Country in Riding Mountain National Park, Manitoba, capturing the region's wildlife and the spirit of adventure it inspires.A vintage-style enamel mug rests on a sandy surface, adorned with a unique design featuring a bison silhouette, reflecting in water, against a backdrop of a sun and sky, portrayed in a minimalistic style with soothing blue and orange colors. This mug represents the essence of Clear Lake Country in Riding Mountain National Park, Manitoba, capturing the region's wildlife and the spirit of adventure it inspires.

In 2023, UpHouse, one of our strategic partners, asked us to refine a project they had been developing for Clear Lake Country.

Our goal: create a visual identity that captures the spirit of the region, inspired by the rich heritage and visual history of Riding Mountain National Park from the 1930s.

Merchandise for Clear Lake Country including a lime green hat with a bison logo patch and an olive green T-shirt with the same logo, laid on a sandy background.

Drawing Inspiration From the Past

Our design process began by diving into the park's history. We studied vintage brochures, maps, and newspaper articles from the park's early days.

These historical elements became the foundation of our creative strategy, influencing everything from logo design to typography and colour schemes.

A collection of font styles and alternative logos for Clear Lake Country displayed over a vintage-inspired background with archival photos from Riding Mountain National Park.

Crafting the Visual Identity

We created 3 visual directions (called moodboards) to set the tone and guide our visual narrative. These directions helped us develop a brand identity that felt both authentic and engaging to the client.

Green business card for Clear Lake Country placed on fine sand, showcasing the brand identity against a natural texture.

We blended historical charm with a modern twist, presenting Clear Lake Country with logo variations, a fresh colour palette, and a versatile typography system suitable for digital platforms and physical signage.

Four color variations of the Clear Lake Country logo, displayed in teal, orange, lime green, and olive green, representing different aspects of Riding Mountain National Park.
A man wearing a green T-shirt featuring the Clear Lake Country logo with a bison silhouette, positioned in a natural outdoor setting.
Lime green hat with Clear Lake Country logo embroidered in front, representing outdoor adventure in Riding Mountain National Park.

Bringing the Vision to Life

The final brand identity celebrated the natural beauty and historical significance of Clear Lake Country.

Logo of Clear Lake Country featuring a silhouette of a bison standing in water, with a sun overhead, set against a cream background.
Various logo design alternatives for Clear Lake Country, highlighting the brand's connection to wildlife and nature.

The tagline "Let the Wild In," crafted by UpHouse Inc., summed up the brand perfectly, inviting visitors to explore and connect with nature.

Close-up of a clothing tag on a green knitted garment, reading 'Let the wild in, Clear Lake Country'.

Positive Outcomes

The new brand identity is strong and inspiring, highlighting the area's natural beauty and rich history.

A woman holding a white tote bag featuring the Clear Lake Country logo with a bison and sun design, in a lush outdoor setting.
Business card for Clear Lake Country resting on a lichen-covered branch, symbolizing the natural heritage of Riding Mountain National Park.

The new branding was rolled out across various platforms, receiving positive feedback from stakeholders and visitors and reinvigorating tourism interest in the region.

Credits

Clear Lake Country

  • Karly McRae — Wasagaming Chamber of Commerce

UpHouse Inc.

  • Brenlee Coates — Creative Direction
  • Sheena Case — Art Direction
  • Kelsey Norquay — Marketing Coordination

Little Ghost

  • Robyn Kacperski — Creative Direction & Design
  • Natalie Kilimnik — Brand Identity Design
A vintage-style enamel mug rests on a sandy surface, adorned with a unique design featuring a bison silhouette, reflecting in water, against a backdrop of a sun and sky, portrayed in a minimalistic style with soothing blue and orange colors. This mug represents the essence of Clear Lake Country in Riding Mountain National Park, Manitoba, capturing the region's wildlife and the spirit of adventure it inspires.A vintage-style enamel mug rests on a sandy surface, adorned with a unique design featuring a bison silhouette, reflecting in water, against a backdrop of a sun and sky, portrayed in a minimalistic style with soothing blue and orange colors. This mug represents the essence of Clear Lake Country in Riding Mountain National Park, Manitoba, capturing the region's wildlife and the spirit of adventure it inspires.

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