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Speed220DChalavan

Speed220DChalavan

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Thoughts on this beach in the river valley?

Haven't gone yet, but hope to make it on the weekend.

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Purportedly it will be around until 2020, but the city is exploring to make it permanent. Both the local and international community have spoken of the desire to make it so. This is a major coup. Some articles surrounding this:

http://globalnews.ca/news/3702799/g...ontons-new-accidental-beach-raises-questions/

http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmon...ouncillor-asks-research-feasibility-1.4267448

http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/secret-accidental-beach-cloverdale-edmonton-city-1.4265651

If the city could get on board, they could make this pretty legit (bugs, till the sand and patch some of the rougher areas, add garbage cans, volleyball nets, etc.)

Suspect it may end up being a civic election issue.
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T-Funk

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People are actually against keeping it around?

I mean why is this even a debate at all. Looks awesome.
 
JarvisFunk

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We have the same thing here in Saskatoon and it's wildly popular during the summer months. The city will never endorse it's use, and therefore will not build any pathways or perform any upkeep to absolve themselves of liability in the case of an incident due to the strong current. It's legality is somewhat of a grey area however the city and beach-goers alike have decided the best approach is to look the other direction (although not initially) and allow the people to enjoy at their own risk. I'd imagine Edmonton city council will approach it similarly, so you probably won't see volleyball nets, garbage cans etc...
 
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rboomercat90

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LucicDestroyedHaley said:
We have the same thing here in Saskatoon and it's wildly popular during the summer months. The city will never endorse it's use, and therefore will not build any pathways or perform any upkeep to absolve themselves of liability in the case of an incident due to the strong current. It's legality is somewhat of a grey area however the city and beach-goers alike have decided the best approach is to look the other direction and allow the people to enjoy at their own risk. I'd imagine Edmonton city council will approach it similarly, so you probably won't see volleyball nets, garbage cans etc...
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Just out of curiosity, where is this?
 
JarvisFunk

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rboomercat90 said:
How long has it been there? I lived in that area years ago. Wasn't around then.
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There beach has only really grown in large enough to accommodate crowds for I'd guess the last 5 or 6 summers? Generally it's underwater until late June, however mid to late August/Early September is when it really grows in size like the photo there.
 
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Gord said:
all fine and dandy until you have to use the toilet.
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LucicDestroyedHaley said:
We have the same thing here in Saskatoon and it's wildly popular during the summer months. The city will never endorse it's use, and therefore will not build any pathways or perform any upkeep to absolve themselves of liability in the case of an incident due to the strong current. It's legality is somewhat of a grey area however the city and beach-goers alike have decided the best approach is to look the other direction (although not initially) and allow the people to enjoy at their own risk. I'd imagine Edmonton city council will approach it similarly, so you probably won't see volleyball nets, garbage cans etc...
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I believe they have placed toilets and garbage cans there already.

T-Funk said:
People are actually against keeping it around?

I mean why is this even a debate at all. Looks awesome.
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I think it will take some politicing to keep the beach. Changing the current direction of a waterway requires provincial and federal permission. They can't just say "this is nice, lets keep it".
 
s7ark

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I really hope that name sticks. I put it in google maps under that name and quite like it.
 
Aceboogie

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I went there a few weekends ago and its awesome. People should definitely check it out this long weekend.

The sand is really smooth and almost feels like sand in the Carribean and its a wide and long beach to as well. It has a great view of downtown to the left, but a cool view of the river valley and all the trees to the right. The water is a good tempature and tons of people were swimming. The beach had an incredible vibe to it and I think brought alot of pride to people in Edmonton. Finally like "yes we have something cool"

They should definitely keep the beach in the future and should do everything to get approval to do so. I understand that how it was formed might put some risk to the enviroment, so i hope they get a study done asap to see if it has long term viability or not. If it does, this is a great way for the city to capitalize on a relatively cheap attraction (didnt cost hundreds of millions of tax payer money). Theyd have to build a clear path (its sort of hidden now) and make better parking. But nothing to crazy
 
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Aceboogie said:
I went there a few weekends ago and its awesome. People should definitely check it out this long weekend.

The sand is really smooth and almost feels like sand in the Carribean and its a wide and long beach to as well. It has a great view of downtown to the left, but a cool view of the river valley and all the trees to the right. The water is a good tempature and tons of people were swimming. The beach had an incredible vibe to it and I think brought alot of pride to people in Edmonton. Finally like "yes we have something cool"

They should definitely keep the beach in the future and should do everything to get approval to do so. I understand that how it was formed might put some risk to the enviroment, so i hope they get a study done asap to see if it has long term viability or not. If it does, this is a great way for the city to capitalize on a relatively cheap attraction (didnt cost hundreds of millions of tax payer money). Theyd have to build a clear path (its sort of hidden now) and make better parking. But nothing to crazy
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Actually it did cost hundreds of millions to make. It's called the LRT.
 
Aceboogie

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McCanovin said:
People swim in the that river? Gross
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I dunno, I thought that too when I heard about it, but to my suprise the water looks cleaner than Wabamun or Alberta Beach. Not sure if there is much worse micro bacteria you see tho
 
joestevens29

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Aceboogie said:
I dunno, I thought that too when I heard about it, but to my suprise the water looks cleaner than Wabamun or Alberta Beach. Not sure if there is much worse micro bacteria you see tho
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It changes, they seem to do studies all the time. Certain times of year it's not very clean at all, but others it's quite clean.
 
ThePhoenixx

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LucicDestroyedHaley said:
We have the same thing here in Saskatoon and it's wildly popular during the summer months. The city will never endorse it's use, and therefore will not build any pathways or perform any upkeep to absolve themselves of liability in the case of an incident due to the strong current. It's legality is somewhat of a grey area however the city and beach-goers alike have decided the best approach is to look the other direction (although not initially) and allow the people to enjoy at their own risk. I'd imagine Edmonton city council will approach it similarly, so you probably won't see volleyball nets, garbage cans etc...
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All they have to do is put up some "Swim at your own risk" signs.
 
ThePhoenixx

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Diamondillium said:
If it was that simple, it obviously wouldn't have been an issue. Legality regarding liability is a very complex matter.
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No it isn't. You see plenty of signs like that. Swim at your own risk and then the reasons below. If you really want to get technical you put swimming is not recommended or swimming is not allowed. Of course in French/English.

You can't sue because of your own stupidity unless there are no signs telling you not to be stupid. Hence the warning "contains peanuts." on some peanut packages and peanut butters.
 
Timo

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My girlfriend and I decided to go to Accidental beach yesterday and have a beach day. It was fantastic. The sand is silky, the river and scenery was beautiful. People complaining about the lack of facilities seem to not realize that this beach is, well, an accident. I'm sure in time the city/federal government will put in a few amenities and everyone will be happy. Until then, let's just enjoy the space and respect it! I'd encourage everyone to take advantage while they can, but please, take your garbage with you!
 
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