Outdoor Recreation Amenities and Safety

Embrace our outdoor recreation spaces this winter. Be safe and share these spaces

Arnprior is fortunate to have an abundance of outdoor recreation amenities that support the physical, mental, and social health of our community. Below is a list of these amenities for you to enjoy this winter and details to support the sharing and safety of these spaces for everyone to enjoy.

Outdoor Rinks

Status – With the current long-range forecast still showing milder temperatures, please be advised that outdoor rinks are not anticipated to open until January 7th, 2023 at the earliest.

Locations

This winter, the Town will have outdoor rinks at the following locations:

• Sullivan Rink of Dreams (100 Edey Street)
  • The change shack will be open daily until 9:30pm.
  • Lights will remain on until 9:30pm.
  • Sergeant Howard Slate Park (Village Creek - 33 McGregor Scobie Street)
  • Caruso Park (306 Caruso Street)
  • NEW! Robert Simpson Park (400 John Street North)

When using outdoor rinks, it is highly recommended that all skaters wear a CSA approved helmet and if engaged in play where pucks or sticks are present, a full cage and protective equipment is also encouraged. CSA approved helmets are required for wheelchair and stroller occupants. Staying off the rinks during inclement weather or when staff are clearing snow or flooding the surface is also for the safety of the users and the benefit of the quality of these recreational amenities. Please share the ice with all users so that everyone can enjoy the space safely.

Find more information and status updates on our three outdoor rinks on our Outdoor Skating Rinks webpage.

Trails

Whether you’re on foot, skis or snowshoes, dress appropriately, plan your route, bring a buddy, watch your feet – stay away from slippery surfaces and fast-moving water – and wear reflective and colourful clothing. A reminder that not all trails are maintained in the winter and to be mindful of motorized vehicles when using the Algonquin Trail – please share the trail space with all users. Visit our Trails page to learn more about the trails in our community.

Sliding

The Town of Arnprior does not have any sanctioned sliding hills. Residents and visitors will see signs posted in select parks and areas where people often go sliding advising them of the risks of those areas. These locations include ‘Tank Hill’ on James Street and at Robert Simpson Park. These hills, and others, are not safe for sliding and the Town of Arnprior does not accept responsibility for related risks or injuries. Town staff continue to review suitable options to potentially designate a hill for sliding/ tobogganing in the future.

Lending Hub

Take the opportunity to enjoy the free use of winter recreation equipment from our lending hub. The Town has a variety of snowshoes, cross-country ski kits, skates and helmets. Visit our Lending Hub webpage for more information or contact the Nick Smith Centre at recreation@arnprior.ca or (613) 623-7301 to reserve equipment for your outdoor adventure.

Media Contact

Graeme Ivory, Director of Recreation

(613) 623-7301 ext. 1793

givory@arnprior.ca