June 1, 2020 – The Upper Thames River Conservation Authority (UTRCA) is opening day use, boat launches, and reservoirs to the public as of June 1^st at 8 am at Fanshawe Conservation Area (London), Pittock Conservation Area (Woodstock), and Wildwood Conservation Area (St. Marys).

“We are excited to begin offering boating this week and seasonal camping in the near future,” said Jennifer Howley, UTRCA Conservation Areas Manager. “We also continue to welcome people to our conservation areas for hiking, biking, walking, and enjoying nature.”

Seasonal camping will open at Fanshawe and Pittock Conservation Areas on June 8^th and at Wildwood Conservation Area on June 15^th. Unfortunately, overnight (short term) camping is not opening at this time. Seasonal camping is when you reserve one campsite for the entire camping season (June – October).

At the present time, the UTRCA is not allowed to open washrooms to the public. Seasonal campers have their own washroom facilities in their trailers. However, day users will need to plan ahead and keep their visits short.

Entry fees apply as of June 1^st.

Safety of Staff and Visitors is Paramount
– Visitors may experience line-ups at gatehouses and boat launches – please be respectful.
– Staff will be practicing zero tolerance for rule breakers.
– Please arrive prepared to pay with Visa/Mastercard/Debit.

What opens June 1st?
– Day use and boat launch/reservoir open to the public at Fanshawe Conservation Area and Wildwood Conservation Area.
– Boat launch/reservoir open to the public for non-motorized reservoir activities at Pittock Conservation Area.
– Trails for hiking, biking, and enjoying nature continue to be open.

What opens June 8^th?
– Boat launch/reservoir open to the public for motorcraft at Pittock Conservation Area.
– Seasonal campground opens (restricted facilities/services) at Fanshawe Conservation Area and Pittock Conservation Area.

What opens June 15^th?
– Seasonal campground opens (restricted facilities/services) at Wildwood Conservation Area.

If you visit:
Plan ahead – washroom facilities are NOT open.
Respect physical distancing requirements and “group size” maximums.
Please follow all posted rules at trailheads, campgrounds, and boat launches.
Keep your pet leashed at all times – free running pets can be a danger to people and wildlife.

Please watch for updates:
www.fanshaweconservationarea.ca
www.wildwoodconservationarea.ca
www.pittockconservationarea.ca

Contact: Steve Sauder, Marketing Specialist