For those who have been waiting for what seems an eternity go get into the Badlands Community Facility the opening is nigh.
However, residents can get a peek in the new building this weekend.
Today, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., the Facility will be opening its doors to allow residents who have prepurchased memberships the chance to come in, get their ID made, and be taken on a tour.
Saturday and Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day, the building will be open to all residents who wish to purchase a membership and get a tour of Facility.
“We’re very excited about the weekend coming up. We have the open house, have a lot of people see the building, and go operational on Monday,” said Guy Latour, business manager of the Facility.
The big day, the day when members can walk in freely and use their favourite fitness or sports equipment is this upcoming Monday.
On Wednesday, March 7, quite a few residents got a chance to check out some of the building during the Sports, Recreation, and Arts Expo.
The expo was held in the banquet hall and was packed with people checking out what’s available in town, signing up for clubs, and getting a look at the new facility.
Over 40 different groups set up booths at the expo and a few did live presentations.
“It went great, it’s exciting to see so many people in the building,” said Latour.
A few attendees took the opportunity to purchase their memberships for the Facility a little early.
Attendees may have noticed there are a few patches that have yet to be completed in the Facility. The building has received the green light from the architect to let the public inside.
“We have the occupation for the building. It’s safe for the public. There are a few small things to be done, but we’re going to be open,” said Latour. “We can get people in, working out, and having fun.”
For more information about the Facility or membership rates, check out www.dinosaurvalley.com or stop by the open house on the weekend.
