FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Prince George, BC – Several City park amenities will close to the public at the end of the month as winter approaches. Vehicle access to some parks will also be restricted until Spring 2025.
The City of Prince George’s parks department is preparing for winter with the following closures and changes:
Park Gate Closures (Vehicle Access):
- Carrie Jane Gray Park – Closes the evening of October 30, 2024, and reopens in Spring 2025.
- Connaught Hill Park – Closes the evening of October 30, 2024, and reopens in Spring 2025.
- Nechako Riverside Park – Will close after the first significant snowfall. The parking lot will not be plowed, and the park will remain closed through winter, reopening in Spring 2025.
- Jumpstart Courts at Carrie Jane Gray - Will close after the first significant snowfall. The parking lot will not be plowed, and the park will remain closed through winter, reopening in Spring 2025.
Washroom Closures:
- Lheidli T’enneh Memorial Park – The washrooms near 17th Avenue and The Exploration Place will close on Wednesday, October 30.
- Duchess Park – The playground washroom will close on Wednesday, October 30.
- Carrie Jane Gray Park – The washroom will close on Wednesday, October 30 as will the beach volleyball courts and the washroom at the courts.
Outhouse Closures:
- Connaught Hill Park – Closes the evening of October 30, reopening in Spring 2025.
- Rainbow Park – Closes the evening of October 30, reopening in Spring 2025.
- Nechako Riverside Park – Closes after the first significant snowfall, with the parking lot not plowed. The park will reopen in Spring 2025.
Drinking Fountain Closures:
The following drinking fountains have already been winterized (water lines drained to prevent freezing):
- Masich Place Stadium
- Jumpstart/Rotary Skate Park
- Lheidli T’enneh Memorial Park
- Duchess Park Playground
- Duchess Park Dog Parks
- Ingledew Dog Park
Masich Place Stadium:
The track at Masich Place Stadium will close for public walking on October 30, 2024. However, it will remain open for scheduled events such as football and soccer. The stadium will be winterized and fully closed after the last event, with closure dates subject to snow and cold weather.
Indoor Walking:
Indoor walking at the CN Centre is scheduled to resume today, Wednesday, October 23, 2024. For more details, click here.
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Media contact:
Claire Thwaites, senior communications advisor
Mobile: 778-349-1386
Email: media@princegeorge.ca