PARKS AND RECREATION
To help provide the public with good park and recreational facilities, City Council created the Meadow Lake Parks and Recreation Board to include representation from the community at large. The Board includes members from the general public, City Councilors, and (since people in the rural community also use our recreational facilities) there are representatives from the Rural Municipality of Meadow Lake.
The Parks and Recreation Board allocates the Community Grant funding (Saskatchewan Lotteries). The Board may also be asked by City Council for their opinions on specific upcoming projects.
BOARD MEMBERS
| Chairman & City Council: | Curtis Paylor |
| From City Council: | Jeff Fechter Richard Reed |
| From the Rural Municipality: |
Doug Bacon |
| From the General Public: | Louise Slater Rick Burnett Craig Weran Vacant |
RECREATION STAFF
| Parks Foreman: | Norman LaBrash |
| Parks & Recreation Manager: | Leah Lehoux |
| Aquatic Centre Co-ordinator: | Kim Eide |
| Parks & Recreation Staff: | Geordie Sinclair Ronnie Lavallee Walter Pambrun Rodney Pambrun Clare Pierce Ralph Martin Lloyd Sinclair Marcel Lalonde |
| Full-Time Pool Staff: |
Terri Ouellette |
BUILDINGS
Arena
The normal ice season is from mid-September to end of March but varies according to demand. However, other events can be held throughout the year, such as concerts, banquets, bingos, cattle shows, trade and craft fairs, and other sports. It can seat 1400 hockey fans and an additional 1144 people on the ice surface for bingos and concerts. To book ice time or to schedule an event at the arena, call City Hall at 236-3622 Ext 204 or email recmanager@meadowlake.ca
2011-2012 Ice rates are as follows:
Youth $75.00 + GST
Adult $120.00 + GST
Schools $37.50 + GST
Mezzanine
Located in the upstairs area of the arena, the mezzanine has a seating capacity of 220, making it ideal for weddings, smaller events and meetings.
Civic Centre
Featuring a stage, a large kitchen with utensils, along with a seating capacity of 450 - 700 (depending whether alcohol is served and table usage), this facility is ideal for banquets, weddings, dances, and conferences.
PARKS
Elks Park
Attractive landscaping. Large green space. Paved walking path. Park benches. A great place to host an Art Show or family picnic.
Westview Park
Two outdoor ice rinks; one boarded surface for hockey and one non-boarded surface for skating. Both ice surfaces are flooded by zamboni. Heated change house with washrooms. Spray park. Playground equipment. Basketball Pad. Two tennis courts. Large parking area.
Eastside Lions Playground
A great quiet getaway for families. Equipment sponsored by Meadow Lake Lions Club (2009). Plenty of green space. Walk-in only - street parking only.
Civic Centre Playground
Situated next to a soccer field, this playground is perfect for younger children. Shaded area with lots of sand to play in.
KIN Park
This playground is ideal for toddlers and younger children. Consists of an oval shaped paved bike path, two climbing play structures, swings and other playground sculptures such as Harry the Hippo, Calvin the Caterpillar and Dragon. Located north of the Aquatic Centre and Outdoor Spray Park.
Spray Park
Developed in 2010, this Outdoor Spray Park is a wonderful addition to the community. This Spray Park features an interactive Tappin' Tunes Piano, Sound Sprays, Sneaky Soaker Buckets, Cosmic Cannons, Trilly Lily, Rainbow Spray and many other fun-filled components. Children control the FUN by pressing activator buttons located on the spray toys, bringing the park to life. Parents can sit close by on the sun deck, park benches & tables. A small admission allows one to enjoy both the Spray Park and the Aquatic Center. Individuals and groups are welcome. Located @ 615 Center Street. Call the Aquatic Center @ 236-2686 for fees & hours of operation.
MEADOW LAKE AQUATIC CENTRE
The Meadow Lake Aquatic Centre, which opened in April 1995, is Saskatchewan's most northerly aquatic training and leisure centre.
Features:
Times and schedules for all ages and swimming abilities.
Phone (306) 236-2686
Manager: Kim Eide
LIONS REGIONAL PARK
The Meadow Lake Lions Regional Park is operated & maintained by the City. Regional Park passes not necessary to enter the park or to stay at the campgrounds. This park features 2.8km of paved walking path. Sponsored benches & tables strategically placed along the trail for resting. Lions Park also features a large sliding hill, 2 baseball diamonds with dugouts, 3 softwall diamonds, batting cage, covered picnic area with nearby concession booth and playground equipment. Athletic features include an 8 lane rubberized running track, 4 long jump pits, 1 high jump pad, 1 discuss/hammer cage, 1 shot-put circle, 1 javelin area. Fans can sit on the bleachers donated by Tolko and watch the Spartans play football while keeping track of the score on the amazing score clock donated by Ron's Plumbing & Heating. Lions Park has many green spaces to enjoy family picnics. Check it out.
CAMPING AREA
- 30 electrified campsites (10 large sites, 20 small).
- Bathrooms and showers.
- Picnic areas, playground equipment.
- RV dumping station.
- Museum and Information Centre.
Bookings: (306) 236-4447 (May Long Weekend to September Long Weekend). Hours of operation are Monday - Sunday 11AM to 7PM. Due to conflicts, we no longer accept reservations. All sites are first-come first-served. Visa, Mastercard, Interac, Cheque & Cash accepted. Fees are $25/Night; $135/Week; $450/Month; $550/Month (Prior to May long-weekend and after September long-weekend). GST is included in all rates. Free fire wood available to campers. For information during the off-season call the City of Meadow Lake at 236-3622 Ext 204.
SPORTS AREA
- Two Baseball Diamonds with Dugouts
- Three Recreational Diamonds (for Softball and Slow Pitch).
- Batting Cage
- Concession booth with washrooms. To rent this booth call City Hall @ 236-3622 Ext 204. Rates are $45 + GST for Youth Events; $85 + GST for Adult Events.
- Shaded sun-hut near concession booth.
- Playground Equipment - swings, slides, teeter-totters, monkey bars (installed in 2008)
- Football Field & Score Clock (Donated by Ron's Plumbing & Heating) & Announcers Booth (Donated & built by Meadow Lake Lion's Club)
- Paved Walking Path (Approximately 2.8KM)
- Rubberized Running Track
- Long Jump Pits and High Jump Pad
- Discuss Cage, Shot Put Area, Javelin Throw
MEADOW LAKE GOLF CLUB
The Meadow Lake Golf Club has its own Board and staff. The Clubhouse was built in 2001 and has a restaurant, pro shop and banquet room. The 18 hole course had the back nine extended in 1995 and has a total yardage of 6432 yards. Click on the following link for current golf club events.
- MEADOW LAKE GOLF CLUB
- Men's and Women's Night.
- Tournaments throughout the summer
- Two 10-week regular leagues.
- Bonspiels on weekends.
- PURE ENERGY (236-3667) - Gym & various aerobic classes.
- FITNESS DYNAMICS (236-5636) - Gym & various aerobic classes.
- MEADOW LANES (236-6216) - Pin Bowling, Golf Simulator. Banquet Room.
LEAGUES
Golf Club: (306) 236-6388 or 236-6545
MEADOW LAKE CURLING CLUB
The Meadow Lake Curling Club has its own Board and staff. The Club's upstairs lounge overlooks the curling sheets and features a pool table and darts. The main-floor canteen is open during league curling and bonspiels.
LEAGUES
Curling Club: (306) 236-6636
Ian Kosokowsky: 236-6629 (home)
PRIVATE FIRMS & CLUBS
Meadow Lake has the following businesses offering these specialized services.
