WELCOME TO THE INTERNATIONAL PEACE GARDEN!
“The International Peace Garden has helped to celebrate the peace and friendship between the people of Canada and the United States of America for more than 85 years…”
And what a perfect place for a gathering of two international geocaching communities! The Manitoba Geocaching Association, the North Dakota Geocaching Association and The International Peace Garden invite you to join us in our 2nd Annual “Hands Across the Border”. We had so much fun last year, we just knew we needed to get together again in 2020.
1. Please let us know exactly how many people you are expecting to join us by July 5. Please edit your “Will Attend” log to let us know. We need to know how much to buy as BBQ hotdogs will be provided.
2. Wear your national colours… we will have a mixer and your shirts may make things a bit easier (plus it’ll look great in the photo!)
3. Please add a “tag-line” to your logs on geocaches you find before July 1st. This will help to let others know about the event.
4. Please bring a side dish - salad, dessert, etc. to share with others. Make sure to bring proper serving utensils.
5. There will be caches released on the day of the event… more fun!
6. We’re trying to be earth-friendly… please bring your own re-usable plates, cutlery and serviettes.
Entry and Return Requirements/Procedures at the United States and Canadian Border Crossings:
Entry fee: $20 per vehicle. (Per vehicle whether there is one person, or six, still $20 so please car pool, if you can. It will save you money!)
Prior to arriving at the gate entrance to the International Peace Garden, visitors will drive past the USA Port of Entry or the Canadian Port of Entry. You are no longer in either of these two countries. Departing the International Peace Garden, a stop is required at the Port of Entry, of the country you wish to enter. Border Services requires and records identification on all vehicle passengers. A passport (or Nexus card) is the preferred document and expedites the process however, a birth certificate and government issued ID can be used instead of a passport. The International Peace Garden does not mandate the identification requirements. To see a map of entry location: https://www.peacegarden.com/contact/
IMPORTANT CAMPING INFORMATION
The IPG has blocked off a section of campsites for our event, so that we can all camp in the same area. Here is what you need to know, if you want to book a site. DEADLINE FOR GROUP BOOKING IS MARCH 15TH. IPG has told us that this is a very busy weekend at the campgrounds, so do not delay.
1. Call the office and ask for Lori – 701-263-4390 or 204-534-2510 ext 110
a. Lori is in the office Tues – Thursday each week.
2. Block is held for July 10-11. Block will be held until March 15th.
3. Be sure to mention the geocaching event so she knows you are with the group so she releases one of the held sites.
4. Any booking after March 15 could be done by calling or going online first come first serve based on availability
Camping is available in the Gardens (see website: https://www.peacegarden.com), and also in nearby campgrounds (eg Adam’s, Max and Williams Lakes)
There are picnic areas, playgrounds, hiking trails, and bike paths to explore the 2,339 acres that encompass the IPG.
Credit: International Peace Garden Website: https://www.peacegarden.com
Map of the Peace Gardens: https://www.peacegarden.com/wp-content/uploads/pamphlet-map.jpg
Community Celebration Events - 2020
This Event is part of a limited release of Community Celebration Events to celebrate 20 years of geocaching. Geocachers hosted events between May 2, 2020 and December 31, 2020. Learn more about Community Celebration Events on the Geocaching Blog.
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