G.W. Evoy Outdoor Rink Policy

G. W. Evoy Outdoor Rink Policy

Welcome to our Bar River Community rink! We’re excited to provide this space for everyone to enjoy during this short but wonderful skating season. To ensure the rink is safe and enjoyable for all, we kindly ask everyone to follow these guidelines:

General Usage

• The rink is open to all activities, including skating and hockey.
• We encourage sharing the space and being considerate of others. If the rink is busy, please take turns and make room for skaters and hockey players alike.
• Younger children and beginner skaters may need extra space and time – let’s support and encourage them!

Safety First

• All skaters and players should wear appropriate equipment for their activity (e.g., helmets, gloves).
• Please keep the rink free of obstacles such as personal items, sticks, or pucks when not in use.
• Avoid aggressive play, including body checking, to prevent injuries.
• No alcohol or drugs are permitted on the rink premises.

Respect and Language

• This is a family-friendly space – no profanity or disrespectful behaviour will be tolerated.
• Please show kindness, patience, and respect to everyone using the rink.

Fair Play Guidelines

• When both skaters and hockey players are present, we encourage alternating usage or sharing the rink:

Example #1: Hockey – 30 minutes of play, followed by 15 minutes of skating.

Example #2: Hockey players use half the ice; skaters use the other half.

Rink Hours

• Open Monday through Sunday evenings from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Open Saturday & Sunday afternoons from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. (holidays included)
• Expect the maintenance crew to clean & resurface the ice between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Please give them space and stay off the ice while the Zamboni is in use.
• Please leave the rink promptly at closing time to allow maintenance crews to prepare for the next day.

Approval This policy is approved by Laird Council Motion #18-26