The canopy skating rink at The Forks, as seen on Thursday, December 19, 2024. (CHRISD.CA FILE)
WINNIPEG — The Forks is ready to welcome winter revellers over the holiday break with its Winter Park now fully open.
Skating rinks, both under the canopy by The Forks Market and by the CN Stage, along with over 1 km of skating trail have been flooded, groomed, and prepared for visitors to use.
The Nestaweya River Trail is yet to open, but crews are safely testing and flooding the Port Rink. Officials are reminding the public to stay off the rivers until they are deemed safe and open to the public.
Skaters can change their footwear inside The Forks atrium. Rentals are available on-site for those without skates.
Ice conditions will be updated frequently at TheForks.com/skate.
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The Ice is Nice at Assiniboine Park
The Assiniboine Park Conservancy has also announced that the Duck Pond at Assiniboine Park will open for skating today. The park’s cross-country ski trails and toboggan hill are also open for the season.
“Assiniboine Park is a great place to enjoy a variety of outdoor winter activities from sledding to skating and cross-country skiing,” said Georgia Sigurdson, communications coordinator, Assiniboine Park Conservancy.
“Fresh air, exercise, and time spent in nature is good for us all at any time of year, so we are encouraging Park visitors to bundle up, head outside, and embrace the wonders of winter!”
The Duck Pond skating rink at Assiniboine Park is now open for the season. (ASSINIBOINE PARK CONSERVANCY / HANDOUT)
