It's almost time for the Spray Park in High River to open

We're less than a week away from the Spray Park in northwest High River opening.

Mind you, it still needs to be 18° Celsius or hotter for it to open.

However, if Mother Nature cooperates, it will open this Friday, May 23.

The Town of High River evaluates the temperature three times daily at 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 5 p.m.

Between May 23 and June 29, the park will be open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday to Sunday but closed Monday to Wednesday.

Then from June 30 to September 1, it will open daily from 9 a.m. until 8 p.m.

On the town's website, they remind:

• Dogs are not permitted in the park
• Water guns and toys are allowed at the park; however, water balloons are not permitted.
• There is no concession at the park; bring your own food and water
• Picnic tables and benches are available on a first-come, first-served basis
• Washrooms and drinking fountain available on-site

The High River Spray Park is at 1819 High Country Dr. NW with lots of free parking, and a reminder for motorists that it's a 30 km/h zone year-round.