By Justin Goulet (@JustinGoulet21)

Alberta government invests $2 million into Bow River Access Plan

Feb 14, 2019 | 6:54 AM

CALGARY, AB – The provincial government is investing in the Bow River.

According to a release from the Alberta government, the province is investing $2 million in the recently released Bow River Access Plan.

The aim is to make it easier for people to enjoy the river downstream of Calgary. The plan sees the creation of a user-friendly network of five access points along a 52-kilometre stretch of the river.

The section of riverway starts at Calgary’s Fish Creek Provincial Park downstream to Wyndam-Carseland Provincial Park.

“The Bow River is a world-famous fly fishing destination and a popular waterway for rafting, tubing, swimming and canoeing. I’m proud our government is supporting Calgary’s angling community by providing long-term, sustainable and enjoyable water-based recreation opportunities. This plan will increase tourism in what is already one of Alberta’s premier regional destinations,” stated Minister of Environment and Parks, Shannon Phillips.

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Various upgrades have already been done, including a new washroom facility at McKinnon Flats. Further improvements include rebuilding the access road to McKinnon Flats, better parking at Johnson’s Island and improving access at Legacy Island.

The plan can be seen at the Government of Alberta’s Environment and Parks website.