From the Winnipeg Free Press online addition – March 15, 2011

http://www.winnipegfreepress.c…..05124.html
 

Fees to get into Manitoba’s provincial parks will be waived for a third year, Conservation Minister Bill Blaikie said in a statement today.

"The number of people visiting provincial parks was up the last two years and 2010 marked a record for attendance," Blaikie said. "The province will continue to offer free park entry to provide affordable options for tourism and recreation at home and encourage Manitobans to explore their own backyard."

The province also said reservations for provincially operated cabins, yurts and group-use sites opened Feb. 7 and, so far, record numbers of people have booked a spot, the minister said. Seasonal draws around the province began Feb. 28 and campsite reservations will open April 4 through the Parks Reservation Service.

"Manitoba's provincial park camping fees, including those for yurts and cabins, will continue to be some of the lowest in Canada," Blaikie said.

The free entry policy applies only to Manitoba provincial parks. All campground fees apply.

More information is available at http://www.manitobaparks.com.