As our season picks up pace, we have various bonspiels and rentals that require assistance from volunteers to be successful.

Note: To view the Volunteer Interest list you must be logged in as a member before you click on a link in this post.

In November we have 2 bonspiels scheduled. The roles we need filled to make these events go smoothly, are detailed on the Volunteer Interest list.

In addition, throughout the season, many groups reach out to rent our facilities. These opportunities are available on weekdays and weekends during daytime hours. Opportunities to assist with rentals will be posted as they are confirmed, therefore new opportunities will pop up often.

As we've mentioned in the past, the need for volunteers is constant through the season. Please check the list often as unlike last year, an email will not be sent every time a new opportunity is added. By actively monitoring the Volunteer Interest list you can easily find an opportunity that fits in your schedule. The Board appreciates everyone's help in making bonspiels and rentals possible

Registration is currently open for our mixed bonspiel.

Register as a team. Teams must consist of 2 men and 2 women, alternating throwing.

Lunch and dinner included.

$200 a team.

Registration is currently open for our U5 Bonspiel. 

This event is open to anyone with 5 years or less of experience curling.

Register as a team. Lunch and dinner are included.

$200 a team

The Board is sad to report that May Given has passed away peacefully at the age of 93, in hospital with family by her side. May's sense of humor, her warm and caring nature were appreciated by all, she made everyone feel comfortable in her presence. May grew up in Saskatchewan where she met and married Stewart, the love of her life for 58 years. Both May and Stewart were made Honourary HCC Members in 2015 in recognition of their significant and lengthy contributions to the Club. She and Stewart were anchors in organizing many leagues and bonspiels that continue, the Give’nTake league being a prime example. May was very proud of her family and her Icelandic Heritage; she travelled twice to Iceland to meet extended relatives. She learned Icelandic in her childhood home, understanding and speaking it throughout her life. May hung up her broom in 2020 after a lifetime of curling in clubs across Canada. Huntley was blessed to have her in our fold, she will be sorely missed by all. Our condolences to all her family, many friends and curling colleagues.

Injuries can be avoided by following safety precautions. Some key recommendations to keep yourself safe on the ice include:

• Consider wearing head protection - strongly recommended!
• Check the condition of your gripper. Does it need to be replaced?
• Does your gripper shoe need to be replaced? Should you consider wearing another gripper?
• Always step onto the ice with your gripper foot first, and off the ice with your slider foot first (and slowly).
• Never go backwards on the ice as their may be an obstacle behind you.
• Never step over a rock.
• When holding a broom in the house, stand behind a rock rather than just in front of it.
• Never run on the ice or boards.
• Check your equipment throughout the season, not just at the beginning of a season.

Carp Fair has come and gone, and our club was very visible through our participation during the Fair. HCC has been involved in this annual event for a very long time.

We again hosted an open bar Thursday through Sunday, and held open Breakfasts as well as our BBQ tent Friday through Sunday. These were much welcomed by all fairgoers.

We also had our club promotion, including the Street Curl unit borrowed from OVCA. This is a big draw and is already reserved for the next Fair.

Kudos to Aaron Robinson and Stefanie Papineau (bar), Cory Mundy (breakfast) and Jim Collings (BBQ) for coordinating all of these efforts. We also have many volunteers to thank. This is one of the best times during the season to get your hours completed, so jump on it next year.

We have made a profit of at least $10,000 during this event, but as importantly, we have been part of the community and a significant presence during the Fair.

Registration is currently open.

Check out the details on last year's event.

Looking for a Youth Curling League for next season?

Look no further – Huntley Curling Club has what you’re looking for!

 

Registration is open now. If you have been a member before, log in. Otherwise, create an account. 

 

This league is designed for curlers under 18 years of age who want the opportunity to extend their curling skills through gameplay. Coaches provide guidance on fair play and sportsmanship, as well as strategy. This is not intended as an instructional league.

 

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