Explore The Magic Of Winter In Saskatchewan Provincial Parks

This winter, families and friends can explore the cool side of Saskatchewan’s provincial parks, with a night of enchanting holiday lights, hot cocoa around a toasty-warm campfire or snowshoeing through forests of frost-covered trees.  The Ministry of Parks, Culture and Sport is offering a variety of winter events in provincial parks that the whole family can enjoy.

“Saskatchewan Provincial Parks are beautiful destinations to visit every season of the year and winter is truly no exception,” Parks, Culture and Sport Minister Gene Makowsky said.  “These upcoming events are a unique way to experience winter in our parks while enjoying fresh air and perhaps trying something new.  I am pleased many local communities and organizations are teaming up to provide these wonderful opportunities in our parks for people of all ages.”

On Saturday, January 12, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Echo Valley Provincial Park will once again host a Snowshoe in the Park event, with freshly groomed trails and snowshoes provided.  Guests can also enjoy a campfire cookout with hotdogs, hot cocoa, coffee and tea in the park’s brand new visitor centre.  Fun and educational demonstrations on camping, winter survival and safety will be on site, as well as door prizes and other giveaways.  With more than 200 visitors in attendance at last year’s snowshoeing event, this year is expected to be another success with the help and generosity of local businesses.

Families looking for a unique winter experience can visit Last Mountain House Historic Site on Saturday, January 26 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. for an afternoon of snowshoeing, fiddlers, furs and trapping, crafts, historic characters and fun interactive demonstrations and activities.  Guests can try their hand at baking bannock over an open fire.