Campgrounds in provincial parks are now open to campers for the May-long-weekend. (SaskParks)

By Nikita Ganovicheff

Camping Season Starts

Local provincial parks advise safety precautions for campers ahead of long weekend

May 16, 2019 | 6:00 PM

Camping seasons begins as Saskatchewan provincial parks will be opening their campgrounds for the long weekend.

The Northwest Regional Director for the Ministry of Parks, Culture and Sport Robin Van Koughnett reminds campers to be aware of wildlife for a safe and fun weekend.

“We encourage people to be bear aware,” Van Koughnett said. “It is bear country and the bears are out now and looking for food.”

Van Koughnett advises people who are out hiking in the park to go in groups, wear bright clothing and make a lot of noise while walking. For the campers, Van Koughnett said to keep food, pet food and garbage inside the camper or vehicle and to keep an eye on their pets during their stay.

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Terry Sawatzky, the Park Manager for Makwa Lake Provincial Park, said the park is ready for campers to enjoy.

“The lakes are thawed and the docks are in,” Sawatzky said. “Everything is good to go for the weekend.”

Sawatzky noted the alcohol and cannabis ban is in effect for all provincial parks from May 16 to 20.

The Ministry for Parks, Culture and Sport cites the ban comes from concerns of disturbances and vandalism from intoxication in the parks during the May long weekend. The ban applies to all picnic sites and campgrounds within the park and recreational areas.

Aside from the ban, Sawatzky said the campgrounds will be running as usual and the lakes will also be open for fishing.

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