Preamble
It is the intent of these rules and regulations to allow all campers to enjoy the
tranquility and beauty of Lake Niapenco.
The property is owned by the Germania Club and is administered by the Park Manager. The Park Manager is a member of the Club’s Board of Directors. The Chair of the \Campers’ Executive Committee is elected by the Campers and is the liaison person between the Campers and the Board of Directors. As such, the Chair of the Campers looks after the needs of the Campers and enforces the Camping Rules and Regulations. The Chair is also a member of the Club’s Extended Board of Directors. The Campers’ Committee recommends amendments to the Camping Rules and Regulations.
The Campers are a subgroup of the Germania Club and as such administer themselves; however, they must operate in accordance with the Club’s regulations and bylaws.
Camping Rules and Regulations
To help you make your stay a pleasant one, please adhere to the following rules and regulations:
- Only campers who have their fees paid in full are allowed in the Campground.
- Campers are responsible for their guests’ conduct and for the activities and safety of their
children and their guests’ children. - Guest parking is limited to parking in designated parking areas only.
- Drive slowly (10 km per hour limit). Motorbikes and boat/cargo trailers must park in the
parking lot. - Trailer sizes are limited to a maximum length of 45 feet including the tongue and a
maximum width of 12 feet including tip-outs. Hitch assemblies must always face outward
and be accessible. (Grandfather clause is in effect). - No tractors or busses are allowed on Campgrounds. Motorhomes are permitted; however,
they must be mechanically in good running condition. All motorized vehicles must be
licensed and insured. - Building of permanent additions is not permitted.
- Each campsite is designated for a one-family unit. Only one vehicle per site is allowed.
- In addition to the camping vehicle, a site may contain the following: one tent, one gazebo,
one picnic table, one watercraft (i.e. canoe, kayak), one electric golf cart, one shed not
exceeding 100 square feet (grandfather clause is in effect) and one deck. Decks are not to
be wrap-around and are limited to a maximum width of 12 feet and cannot extend the
length of either end of the trailer body. All decks must be approved by the Park Manager. - Campfires are only allowed in designated areas. Fire must be controlled and completely
extinguished at night or when leaving. - All sewage must be contained within your camping unit. Campers must acquire a honey
wagon for wastewater (sewer and grey water). Wastewater may not be discharged onto
the ground. This would be against the Conservation Authority rules. This includes grey
water! - Do not damage or destroy any structure, trees, shrubs, plants or wildlife.
- Pets are permitted on a leash not exceeding ten feet in length. Pets are not allowed in the
designated swimming area. Owners are required to clean up after their pets. - The Entrance gate must always be locked except Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. On
these days, the entrance gate will be open between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. - Recreational ATVs and mini motorbikes are not allowed in the Park. Park maintenance
vehicles and electric golf carts are permitted. - Swimming is at your own risk. No horseplay allowed.
- Children under 12 years of age must always be under the care/responsibility of an adult.
- No glass objects, such as bottles or containers, are allowed in beach areas.
- Gasoline powered boats are not allowed on the lake. (Electric motor and non-power
boating are permitted on the lake). - No washing of vehicles and bodywork on vehicles.
- Firearms and fireworks/firecrackers are strictly prohibited.
- Quiet time is expected between 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. in all areas.
- Noisy parties, profanity, intoxication or other disturbances will not be tolerated.
- Campers must remove their garbage from their campsite and turn off their main water tap
when leaving. - First-time seasonal campers pay a deposit fee for a key for the Park entrance gate and
Pavilion washrooms payable to the Germania Club office. The deposit fee will be
refunded when the keys are returned. At such time, they are no longer campers. - There will be a one-year probationary period for new campers.
- Subletting or renting trailers and/or sites is prohibited.
- For GFI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) compliance, any electrical extensions must be
plugged directly into your trailer. Electrical cords cannot be buried, including trailer
cords. Tampering with electrical connections provided is not permitted.
- The Germania Club reserves the right to shut down hydro and water service earlier than
October 31, pending on frost warnings. - Any person or persons having disregard for these regulations may be evicted with no
refund and be subject to further action. - The Park Manager or board designate or Campers Chair reserve the right to access any
campsite for the purpose of inspection, service and utility maintenance. - The Germania Club absolves itself from all liability or responsibility pertaining to loss or
injury by fire, theft, accident or any cause whether by negligence or otherwise. It is
mandatory for all campers to show proof of ownership and proof of liability insurance on
a yearly basis when renewing their campsite annually.
Camping Season & Winter Storage & Seasonal Occupancy
- A $200 deposit is required by October 31 (last day of camping season) to secure the site for
next year’s camping season. If not returning for the following camping season a $400
Winter Trailer Storage Fee paid the previous fall will cover your trailer until April 30. - Camping season runs from May 1 – Oct 31. Camping fees are renewable annually by
February 28th. The claim to a camping site is forfeited if fees are not paid by that date. - It is expressly understood that the applicant camper is not a tenant and as such
acknowledges this is not a lease of real estate. All campground sites shall be used for
seasonal and temporary periods of time. Further, all applicants agree that he/she and all
their guests have permanent residence elsewhere. - Camping fees are set by the Germania Club’s Board of Directors in consultation with the
Chair of the Campers Executive Committee. These fees are published in the January
edition of the Germania Post. - Until other Germania Park incomes, such as Park rentals, are generated, it is expected that
the camping fees will pay for all park expenses. - There are currently 37 campsites available. There will be no expansion from this number.
- Camping fees are paid at the Germania Club Office.
- Short term campers pay their fees to the Campers’ Treasurer or to the Campers’ Chair. All
fees collected in this manner shall be remitted to the Germania Club Office, at the earliest
opportunity.
The above regulations were approved at the board of directors meeting of January 12, 2021.