Penhold opens phase one of planned 9.2-acre dog park
The community-led project on Waskasoo Avenue has already added more than 70 trees, with a walking trail expected to be finished this fall.
Penhold has marked the near completion of the first phase of a new dog park, an initiative led by the Penhold Community Leaders Society (PCLS). The park is planned to eventually cover 9.2 acres, with phase one making up more than two acres located east of the new Public Services Building on Waskasoo Avenue.
So far, more than 70 trees have been planted at the site, and a walking trail is expected to be completed this fall. PCLS Chairperson Tyrone Muller credited local businesses, organizations, volunteers, and community members for the progress, saying the project is "being built by the community, for the community."
Fundraising is now underway for phase two, which will add benches, picnic tables, garbage and pet waste receptacles, and portable washrooms. The Society plans to hold a Charity Poker Fundraiser Event in early 2027 to support continued development, and is inviting additional sponsors and donors to get involved.
A grand opening event for the completed park is being planned for spring 2027.
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