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| Q: Do you have wireless internet? |
| A: Not at this time; wireless internet service is being pursued for implementation for later in the year. |
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| Q: How do you get to your campground? |
| A: From Highway 1 eastbound- at the first set of traffic lights after crossing the South Saskatchewan River bridge, turn right onto 7th Street SW, proceed west for 0.3 km, turn right onto 11 Avenue SW and continue for 1.1 km to the Campground gate. The route is signed.
From Highway 1 westbound at the third set of traffic lights in Medicine Hat, turn left onto 7th Street SW, proceed west for 0.3 km, turn tight onto 11th Avenue SW and continue for 1.1 km to the Campground gate. The route is signed.
From Highway 3 eastbound- at the first set of traffic lights at the intersection of Highway 3 and 10th Avenue SW, turn left onto 10th Avenue SW and proceed north for 0.76 km to a T intersection; turn left onto 7th Street SW, proceed west for 0.15 km and turn right onto 11th Avenue SW to the Campground gate. The route is signed. |
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| Q: What is your address and does it work in a GPS? |
| A: The street address is 402 11 Street SW.
We anticipate that the various GPS software products will eventually include Gas City Campground in their software. |
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| Q: What is the reservation fee? |
| A: There is a non-refundable reservation service fee of $7.00 per reservation; it includes 5% GST per campsite. This fee covers the operational costs associated with reservations and ensures the reservation service pays for itself and is not subsidized by other campers or campground services. |
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| Q: Are tents allowed in the Campground? |
| A: Tents are allowed and must remain on the gravel pads with the exception of the tenting area. |
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| Q: How many campers/units are allowed per site? |
| A: One camping unit is permitted per site under normal circumstances. |
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| Q: Do you have monthly rates? |
| A: No. The maximum stay at the Campground is 14 days. |
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| Q: How long does your typical camping season run? |
| A: Typically Gas City Campground opens in very early May and remains open through Mid September. |
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| Q: Are the sites 30 amps or 50 amps? |
| A: The sites serviced with power include 30 amp electrical service. |
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| Q: Do you have group camping areas? |
| A: There is no group camping area at Gas City Campground. Effective with the 2009 season Echo Dale Regional Park will offer group camping at the far east end shelter area. The facility can accommodate up to five self contained recreational vehicles. This location is available on a reservation basis only. For further information and reservations, please call the Parks and Outdoor Recreation Department at (403)529-8340. |
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| Q: Do you allow an early check-in/ late check-out? |
| A: Check-in time is 12:00 Noon; check-out time is 11:00 AM. These times provide an opportunity for campers to conclude their previous night's stay and allows those arriving at Noon to set up and enjoy a relaxed afternoon. |
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| Q: Are pets allowed? |
| A: Yes pets are allowed. They must be kept on a leash at all times and owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets. There is no additional charge for pets. |
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| Q: Do you have fire pits and/or sell firewood? |
| A: Yes, each campsite includes a fire pit. Firewood is available for purchase in the Campground. |
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| Q: Do you have pull thru sites? |
| A: Yes, the Campground includes a variety of sites including pull thru sites. |
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| Q: Do you have trees/shady spots? |
| A: Yes, the entire Campground is well treed and all sites offer varying degrees of shade. |
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| Q: What amenities do you offer? |
| A: Gas City Campground offers camping sites ranging from basic to power, water and sewer; firepits, firewood for sale, an on site convenience store, games room, playground, horseshoe pits, on site Laundromat, showers; as well as, the Campground is adjacent to the Trail System. |
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| Q: Do you have showers and what is the cost? |
| A: Yes, there is no additional charge for the use of showers. |
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| Q: Do you have a dumping station and what is the cost? |
| A: Yes, there is no additional charge for registered campers using the on site dump station. |
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| Q: What is the quiet time? |
| A: Quiet time is between the hours of 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM. |
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| Q: Do you have a Laundromat? What is the cost? |
| A: Yes, there is a Laundromat on site. The current cost is $1.00 per cycle. |
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| Q: What type of sites do you have? (Services) |
| A: The options include basic (unserviced sites), power, power & water; and power, water & sewer. In addition, there is an overflow area to accommodate additional units during peak periods such as special events. |