VIGO COUNTY, Ind. – The Vigo County Parks Department prepares to reopen in the coming weeks.

Camping season is now set to kick-off on May 24.

Shelter rentals and the swimming beach at Fowler Park will also open on that date.

Health and safety guidelines will be in place to protect staff and park goers.

Next week, the department hopes to gradually start to reopen one restroom facility at each park.

Water fountains will remain off until May 24.