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The Big Rideau Lake, that is. Just off the shore of the town of Portland, you will find a world class outdoor skating oval. This 1 kilometre long oval is cleared of snow and maintained with a Zamboni every year in preparation for an outdoor speed skating competition. The International Big Rideau Lake Speed SkatingContinue reading “Skate the Lake”

 The Tay Valley Ski Club is launching the revised 2nd Edition of the ski club history. Here’s a link to the actual book:  tay valley xcountry ski book 2018 A special Thank You to Don Boyle who wrote the updates and led the project. It’s very interesting to see the history of the club andContinue reading “Ski Club History!”

The 35th anniversary of our Ski Club’s partnership with Murphys  Point Provincial Park was highlighted at the AGM on November 6, 2017 held in the Meeting Room at the Perth Pool. Curtis Thompson, park superintendent, presented club president, Drew Lampman, with a commemorative plaque. Those attending the AGM enjoyed a specially decorated cake after theContinue reading “Club Celebrates 35 Year Partnership with Murphys Point Provincial Park”