Pittock Kicks Off Opening Weekend

Friday, 26 April 2013 at 10:55

They were lined up at 7:30 this morning. Eager campers were ready for Pittock Conservation Area to open the gates at 8 o'clock this morning, kicking off camping season. Pittock Superintendent, Brent Verscheure is encouraging anyone to come and check out the campground this weekend. "The weather's working out fantasic. This weekend our gates will be open up until Sunday, free access is permitted so come out and enjoy the campground." Verscheure says the wet spring hasn't dampened the grounds too much. "It has been a wet spring, but it's on par with other years. The lake is full and we're ready for boating, fishing and all water sports alike. We have canoe rentals and very, very good fishing here at Pittock." And for families that are looking to try camping for the first time, Verscheure says they have a new program that families should take advantage of, "One new thing that we want to add this year, we want to invite young families out for camping for the very first time. Here at Pittock we'll provide the essential camping gear to allow families to experience camping without the initial expense." Pittock features 5kms of hiking and biking trails, water sports, and a swimming pool and splash pad for when the weather really heats up. Campground features include: Great day use area for special events 250 campsites Picturesque and private group camping facilities Large lake for swimming, boating, sailing and fishing Modern washrooms and laundry facilities 5 kilometres of hiking and biking trails Swimming pool in campground Summer recreation programs Children?s splash pad Peaceful day use area National rated 18 hole disc golf course Rental program including canoes, shelter and sporting equipment OFAH TackleShare program ? fishing gear for everyone Several new events are set for this season including a learn to canoe and star gazing course. Here's a full list of special events at Pittock this year: May 26: Multi Sport Canada - Woodstock Triathlon June 15: Planting for Tomorrow (Tree Planting for everyone) July 6: Pittock CA Water Festival July 15: Paddle Pittock (Learn to CANOE) July 27: Amazing Stargazing August 10: Woodstock Rotary Dragon Boat Festival October 6: Woodstock Memorial Forest Dedication