The final quarter of 2011 was a busy time at the Sportsplex, according to a report to town council from facilities supervisor Roger Mayer.
During the fourth quarter the facility hosted a skills camp, three hockey tournaments, a girls’ hockey jamboree, one bonspiel and over 40 hockey games. Over 250 people took part in the Santa Skate in December.
Clearwater and District Minor Hockey registration is holding at 132, he reported. This is up 42 from the previous year (29 per cent). The upcoming schedule includes four tournaments as well as playoff games.
Raft Mountain Skating Club has 30 members - the same as last year. The club’s plans include a Test Day and Carnival.
Adult hockey is showing some growth. Plans include three tournaments.
Wells Gray Curling Club has 45 members - the same as last year. The club plans a Fun Bonspiel and a Ladies Bonspiel.
The Sportsplex will host Clearwater Hockey Days on Jan. 17 - 23. District of Clearwater asks that community groups, businesses and employees get into the spirit by wearing hockey jerseys during the week. The BC Hockey under-16 girls camp will be held in the Sportsplex again this year.