Sentences with phrase «public outdoor rinks»

In Illinois, 376 public outdoor rinks are in operation, but some park districts in recent years banned skating on their ponds because the winters haven't been cold enough to freeze a layer thick enough for safe skating.

In the 2008 documentary «Pond Hockey,» director Tommy Haines chronicled how budget cuts at suburban Minnesota parks and recreation departments have forced many public outdoor rinks to close.

Not exact matches

While figure skating lessons and public skates won't be available, the district hopes to offer outdoor rinks at Austin Gardens and Longfellow Park, weather permitting.

It's also a good idea for your kids to take their first strides on the ice at public indoor or outdoor rinks.