Ice Skating
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Inks Lake
Olsen Imaging
The winter months are the perfect time for ice skating with friends and family. Whether you're looking to skate indoors or go outdoors surrounded by snow-covered trees and views of the Kamloops landscape, there is an ice surface for you.
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Sugarloaf Road
Olsen Imaging
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Sun Peaks Resort/Mary Putnam
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Sandman Centre
K.Kosolofski
Indoor Skating Rinks
No matter the weather, Kamloops has icy spots to glide on! Check out our indoor skating rinks around town:- McArthur Island Sports and Events Centre
- Memorial Arena
- Sandman Centre
- Valleyview Arena*
- Brock Arena
*Skate rentals are available for $3 at the Valleyview Arena during public skating hours.
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- McArthur Island Sports and Events Centre
- Memorial Arena
- Sandman Centre
- Valleyview Arena*
- Brock Arena
*Skate rentals are available for $3 at the Valleyview Arena during public skating hours.
Ice Safety
According to Adventure Smart, ice should be at least 20-25 cm thick for group skating (that’s about 8 inches). Remember, the more people the more weight on the ice. The recommendation for one snowmobile on ice is 12 cm (5 inches).
- More tips for assessing ice safety:
- Use a drill and tape measure to check the ice thickness
- Don’t go on ice that has open water patches
- Check the ice thickness in different places
- Dark blue ice is safer than opaque white or grey ice
- Consult with the local authority’s ice safety assessments