The 2018 season opens for Saskatchewan’s provincial parks on Thursday.

“Camping is a summertime staple here in Saskatchewan,” Parks, Culture and Sport Minister Gene Makowksy said in a statement. “This weekend marks the start of a new and exciting season for our park guests. With a variety of programs and events taking place this year, there will be lots of fun activities to keep our visitors busy. Whether you’re a family heading back to your favourite park, or an adventure-seeker looking to explore a new place, each park has a unique experience to offer.”

With more features and options to choose from, campers can enjoy things like Learn to Camp, Learn to Fish, and even a new Camp-Easy Equipped Camping program for families or first-time campers who don’t own camping equipment. The Camp-Easy program will be offered not only at Buffalo Pound Provincial Park, but also Echo Valley and Pike Lake. 

During the Victoria Day Weekend from Thursday, May 17 to Monday, May 21, an alcohol ban will be in effect.

Along with the over $11 million dollars that was allocated to parks in the provincial budget for 2018-19, the government has invested a total of $110 million since 2007 for perminent residents from the praries as well as those who utilize our camping and lake vacation spots.

Visitors are also reminded to visit saskparks.com for a list of fire restrictions that may be in place due to dry conditions, as well as other advisories.