Outdoor Rink Program
Outdoor Rink Status
As the weather warms up, the outdoor rinks have officially closed for the season. A huge thank you to our incredible Outdoor Rink Volunteers who dedicated their time and effort to create and maintain not one, not two, but three outdoor rinks in the Loyalist community! Thanks to their hard work, our community was able to enjoy an amazing 53 days of ice this winter in 2025. Your dedication made this winter season unforgettable for everyone—thank you for bringing so much joy to our neighborhood!
Rink | Status | Address | Hours |
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Sk8er Park | Closed | 231 Main Street, Odessa | Dawn to 10:00 p.m. |
Sunnyside Park | Closed | Raycraft Drive, Amherstview | Dawn to dusk |
Bath Public School | Closed | 247 Church Street, Bath | Dawn to dusk |
Be part of preserving the ice! To ensure the ice freezes as quickly as possible and stays in the best condition, it is crucial to follow the posted signage at each rink.
Did you know that temperatures need to dip to -7 °C for a week to create the perfect skating rink? Let’s keep our fingers crossed for chilly winter weather so we can enjoy these incredible FREE community spaces!
Community Outdoor Rink Program
This community program is designed to bring neighbors together, fostering a sense of connection and promoting healthy outdoor activity through recreational skating.
With support from dedicated community volunteers who help maintain the rinks, the program operates at three carefully chosen locations approved by the township. Each site is equipped with an existing water source, features level ground that drains efficiently, and is situated at a safe distance from residential homes, ensuring a convenient and enjoyable experience for all participants.
It provides an excellent opportunity for residents to stay active, socialize, and make the most of the winter season.
Thank you to our 2024/2025 Volunteers!
A huge shoutout to our volunteers for helping to provide a fun community space.
2024/2025 Season Volunteers
Interested in participating as a volunteer this upcoming 2025 season, you can still be looped into the training!
Interested in providing your community a place to play? We're hoping to expand rink locations for next Winter, to learn more about volunteering at an outdoor rink please review our Program Guide linked below.

Please complete and upload an application form to express your interest. Review our Outdoor Rink Program Guide before filling out an application form.
Unpredictable weather
We didn't operate any outdoor rinks during the 2022-2023 winter season. Unpredictable weather meant that we didn't have the long periods of cold needed to sustain stable ice.
Contact Us
Loyalist Township
Box 70, 263 Main Street
Odessa, Ontario K0H 2H0
Tel: 613-386-7351
info@loyalist.ca
Recreation & Facilities
W.J. Henderson Community Centre
322 Amherst Drive, Amherstview
Amherstview, Ontario K7N 1S9
Tel: 613-386-7351 x 200
recreation@loyalist.ca
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