New 2016 park fees will come into effect Jan. 1.
The rate for a Grand River Parks Membership will remain the same as last year at $125. The membership includes a booklet of discount coupons for activities such as canoe rental, ski rental and tubing. This will be the third season of the membership program, which replaced vehicle windshield stickers. The change is popular.
Daily admission rates are going to be consistent at all parks: $6 for adults and $3 for children.
Many parks had the $6 fee in 2015, but for some the fee was $5.75.
The rate structure for overnight camping has been simplified and seasonal camping rates will increase by about three per cent.
In coming up with the new rates, the GRCA looked at statistics from other camping providers in the area.
The report on these changes is available on www.grandriver.ca/meetingreports with the November agenda. The fees will also be posted online at www.grandriver.ca/parks.
