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Long Weekend Activities for PA National Park

Jul 29, 2015 | 2:00 PM

There are a number of events and activities for the long weekend.
Reminder:
-There is a liquor restriction in effect in all campgrounds (excluding Red Deer) on all long weekends.

Bring the family and enjoy community events happening this weekend:

1. The annual Rock and Roll Dance   SATURDAY Aug 1
Dance held at the Terrace Gardens (Assembly Hall). Dance the night away to the music of the 60’s, 70’s, and 80’s! Dance at 9:00 pm with a midnight lunch.        
2. The annual Grey Owl Howl!  SUNDAY Aug 2
Waskesiu Seasonal Residents Association 28th annual family dance, 8:00 pm at the Community Hall. Kids come year after year for the fun and they are now seeing a second generation of Grey Owl Howlers. Everyone welcome, games, food, beverages, dancing, prizes, fun!

Prince Albert National Park activities:

The forecast is looking great and the beaches are calling your name this August long weekend! Pack a picnic and settle in for the day at one of the day use/beach sites around Waskesiu Lake. Don’t forget to finish your day with an ice cream and picture perfect sunset.

1.        Bison Musical
Join the musical cast of Bison Will Rise Again on the Waskesiu Main Beach every Saturday afternoon. Lots of singing, fun and audience participation.
2.        Geocache in the park
Check out the geocache challenge – Natural Gems Treasure Hunt. Bring your own GPS or borrow one from the Visitor Centre or the Nature Centre. It’s fun, it gets you moving and you get a treasure at the end!
3.        Hiking Trails – try this one!
Narrows Peninsula Trail – This 3 km loop has it all – boardwalk, lush ferns, views of the Waskesiu Lake narrows, beach and great swimming too! No wonder it is the local favorite! Check the 2015 Activity Guide for other trails around the park.
4.        Head out on the water
Listen to loons from you canoe at Namekus Lake… or rent a paddleboard and test your balance near Main Beach… or take a guided tour of the Hanging Heart Lakes. Whether by canoe, kayak, paddleboard or motorboat, the lakes are a great way to explore the park.

Contact the Visitor Centre or Nature Centre to learn more about summer programs, trail conditions, and camping opportunities in Prince Albert National Park.

Open everyday.

(306) 663-4522

pc.gc.ca/princealbert

Don’t forget to make your travel plans for the first Waskesiu Lakeside Festival August 21-23! For more information: facebook.com/waskesiulakesidefestival or @lakesidefest on twitter.

Have a safe and enjoyable long weekend!