Safety and guidelines
Fort Battleford National Historic Site
Visitor guidelines
Our protected areas are unique places and require unique rules to protect them.
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We rarely head out for an outdoor adventure with the expectation that something will go wrong, and most times everything will go right. However, sometimes the unexpected happens and when it does, it’s important that you are well informed and well prepared to minimise the negative impact of unfortunate circumstances.
For general information on how to stay safe when enjoying the outdoors visit www.adventuresmart.ca
For important information about staying safe while enjoying Fort Battleford National Historic Site, please explore the topics below:
Weather
Bring sunscreen, sun glasses, hats and water bottles. The rays from the sun especially between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. can be very damaging to your health and skin. Wearing sun-screen, staying in the shade as much as possible, wearing hats and drinking lots of water will help in preventing adverse effects from the sun. For information and weather details visit https://weather.gc.ca
Ticks
Ticks are found in tall grassy areas or wooded areas and drop from leaves or blades of grass onto animals and humans. They are tiny, brownish/red in color and looks like a little beetle. They bite through the skin and attach themselves. Infection from ticks may be harmful.
Prevention:
- Wear long sleeve shirts and pants. If wearing shorts and short-sleeve shirts check for ticks periodically.
- Some insect repellents are labelled to repel ticks, however, it is not known how effective this is.
- Keep out of tall grass and be aware when walking the trails.
- Don't forget to check your pets. Ticks don't always attach themselves right away and could very easily jump from your pet to you or other members of your group.
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Ground Hazards
Be mindful of where you are walking while touring the site. Terrain may be uneven, watch for natural hazards such as gopher holes. Suitable footwear should be worn.
Police, fire and ambulance: 9-1-1
Fort Battleford Visitor Centre: 306-937-2621 (from March 1st to October 31st)
Safety is everyone’s responsibility
At Parks Canada, we do our part to make sure you can have a safe visit by assessing the risks, managing hazards, and making sure that safety information is freely available to everyone. You can do your part as visitors by making sure you seek out the information you need to stay safe and make well informed decisions while enjoying these special places. Visit our websites and stop at a visitor centre to speak with our employees for the most up to date information. Make sure you are fully prepared for whatever activities you choose to participate in so you can have a safe, enjoyable and memorable visit.
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