HomeMy Public PortalAbout2015-10-16_MR_KML Campsite OpeningMEDIA RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 16, 2015
WIND TOWER CAMPSITE OFFICIALLY OPENS TODAY
MUNICIPALITY OF THE DISTRICT OF CHESTER – Camping under the stars just got a little
more intriguing. The Municipality of the District of Chester and Student Council for Forest
Heights Community School recently completed a collaborative venture that takes tenting
to a whole new level.
Early this year, the Municipality and Student Council began discussing the possibility of
building a small area beneath the wind tower near Kaizer Meadow Environmental
Management Centre for overnight visitors. The seed was planted when a resident
requested to camp on the site soon after the tower’s completion. Although the request
was denied at the time because of liability issues, it sparked an idea with the Warden.
“The idea of developing a lodging area under the wind tower was too unique to ignore,”
says Warden Allen Webber. “The more we discussed sharing the natural beauty of the
space and the possibilities of creating something with value and potential, the more real
the project became.”
Student Council was tasked with researching regulations and drafting conceptual designs.
With the assistance of municipal staff, the students identified a list of requirements and
prepared the site. Corporate funding, given by the developers of South Canoe Windfarm
and South Shore Ready Mix, aided greatly in equipping the site with amenities.
Representatives from both the Municipality and Student Council gathered today for the
campsite’s grand opening. Kathryn Green, Student Council President, presented a time
capsule that will be “buried” inside the wind tower to commemorate the occasion.
The area can accommodate several tents, has a fire pit with granite seating, picnic table,
portable washroom facilities and an exceptional view of the Municipality’s wind tower.
Because of its proximity to Card Lake, trails and wilderness areas, it makes it a prime
location for eco-tourism opportunities.
To inquire about or book an overnight stay at the Kaizer Meadow wind tower site, please
contact Recreation & Parks at (902) 275-3490 or visit www.chester.ca
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CONTACT INFORMATION:
Allen Webber, Warden
Municipality of the District of Chester
(902) 275-3555 ext. 1008 (902) 275-4771 fax
awebber@chester.ca
Jennifer Veinotte, Communications Officer
Municipality of the District of Chester
(902) 275-3555 ext. 1202 phone (902) 275-4771 fax
jveinotte@chester.ca (902) 277-1169 cell