Campers looking to stay close to home this summer will soon be able to book short-term campsites at Lake Minnewasta Campground in Manitoba, with registration opening May 1 at 8:30 a.m.
The announcement was made by Morden Mayor Nancy Penner as the region prepares for the return of warmer weather and the upcoming camping season.
“I can’t believe it’s the middle of April, which means May is right around the corner and I just want to remind everybody, it’s time to book your short term camping spots up at Lake Minnewasta Campground,” Penner said, as reported by Pembina Valley Online. She encouraged residents to review their holiday schedules and reserve early to secure a site.
Located near the lake and a popular summer destination for residents and visitors, the campground offers amenities such as a beach, lake trail, playground, and paddle club rentals.
Penner described the location as ideal for a local getaway. “The campground is such the perfect Summer getaway. We have such a beautiful beach, scenic lake trail, fun playground area for the kids, the paddle club rentals will be available and it’s just the ideal place to relax and unwind,” Penner added.
Bookings for the campground can also be completed online or by phone, with more information available on the city’s website. Penner emphasized the importance of early registration, given the popularity of the site during peak months.
Alongside the camping season, Morden is also preparing for the return of the annual Crocus Suncatch Sounds concert series, which begins May 23. The free summer event will host six concerts downtown and typically draws local audiences to the city center.
“Every summer Crocus Suncatch Sounds hosts a free concert series at the Suncatch in Morden, and again, they will host a six concert series,” Penner said.
She acknowledged feedback from the Morden Chamber of Commerce, which previously raised concerns about extended street closures during the event season.
Penner said city officials are working to strike a balance between event access and business concerns. “I know, in the past, we’ve had the Morden Chamber of Commerce advocate on behalf of the business community that they were not really in favor of a full street closure for nine weeks during the summer,” she said.