Foothills Lions Club Opens Turner Valley Campground to Support Community Initiatives

Diamond Valley, AB

The Foothills Lions Club is proud to announce that it has officially assumed management of the Turner Valley Campground, marking an exciting new chapter for both the Club and the community.

The transition comes as part of the Town of Diamond Valley’s “Back to Basics” budget approach, which included exploring opportunities for community partnerships. The Town approached the Foothills Lions Club to take over operations of the campground. This opportunity was carefully considered by both the Club and its Campground Committee.

“This is currently a trial period, and we are looking forward to seeing how this can grow into a long-term opportunity for both the Club and the community,” said Brad Whaling, incoming President of the Foothills Lions Club.

“Our goal has always been to serve, and this gives us another way to raise funds that go directly back into supporting local initiatives, events, and organizations.”

The Foothills Lions Club is no stranger to campground operations. The Club previously managed the Turner Valley site when it was known as Hells Half Acre and has also successfully operated the Bob Lochhead Memorial Campground in Black Diamond for many years. With improvements made by the Town in recent years, particularly in booking systems and operational efficiencies, the Club is now well positioned to manage the campground more effectively.

“The systems now in place allow us to focus less on administration and more on creating a great experience for campers, including bringing back a camp host,” said Vance Lucas, Campground Committee Lead for the Foothills Lions Club.

The Turner Valley Campground is well suited for families, with a range of nearby amenities including the outdoor pool, sports fields, and the Sheep River Library. The spray park, located right next to the campground, is also a Lions-supported project and remains a popular feature for families visiting the area. Visitors can also enjoy easy access, within walking distance or a short drive, to the Diamond Valley Disc Golf Course, which the Foothills Lions Club supported in its development.

Bookings for the campground are available online through the Foothills Lions Club website, making it easy for visitors to plan their stay and enjoy everything the community has to offer.

Revenue generated from the campground will directly support the Foothills Lions Club’s ongoing contributions to the community. These include major events such as Light-Up Diamond Valley and the Diamond Valley New Year’s Eve celebration, both now operated by the Club.

In addition, the Club continues to provide financial and volunteer support to a wide range of local organizations and initiatives, including the Oilfields Dryland Sailors, Foothills Skating Club, Oilfields High School, including provincials and Black and Gold Awards, and the Turner Valley Legion, along with many other community groups throughout the year.

“At the end of the day, this is about community,” added Whaling. “If this allows us to give more, whether through events, funding, or volunteer support, then it is something worth doing.”

The Foothills Lions Club looks forward to welcoming campers and continuing to build on its long-standing commitment to serving Diamond Valley and surrounding communities.

Foothills Lions Club
Email: info@foothillslionsclub.ca
Website: www.foothillslionsclub.ca/campground