Gearing up for the 2016 camping season in Sask.

There may still be snow on the ground, but some campers are gearing up for the 2016 camping season. This year, it will be a bit more expensive to claim a site.

The Saskatchewan provincial park system launched its seasonal camping program this month. Applications will be available online beginning today until Jan. 28. Alottery draw toaward the campsites will take place on Feb. 1.

We set a new record in 2015, with nearly 3.9 million visits to Saskatchewan's provincial parks.-MarkDocherty, Parks, Culture and Sport Minister

"We set a new record in 2015, with nearly 3.9 million visits to Saskatchewan's provincial parks," Culture and Sport Minister Mark Docherty saidin a news release.

"The opportunity to spend time with family and friends in a beautiful, natural setting is very important to the people of our province, and is only growing in popularity.We are proud to offer high-quality experiences and are always looking at ways that we can enhance our offerings."

The perennial program offers the opportunity for campers to secure a campsite in the 20 provincial parks and recreational sites from mid-May to the end of August at a discounted price from the regular nightly camping rate.

However, as compared to last year's rates, the seasonal fees will be marginally increased ranging from $30-$75 more than prices in 2015.

• A list of the fee changes for 2016