COMMUNITY EDUCATION LEARN TO CURL – October 10th & 17th 7-9PM
The Learn to Curl sessions are ideal for those who have never tried the sport before, but are curious to learn the basics. All are welcome! Curling is a “lifetime” sport for people of all ages and abilities. We can also accommodate wheelchair curlers and those who may not be as flexible as they once were with “stick” curling. We love for kids to try curling! Because it takes a certain amount of strength to slide the 42 pound granite stones down the ice, kids about 9 years and up are generally able to participate.

What to expect during the sessions. There will be a brief off ice instruction including curling terminology. Once one the ice, instructors will go over the basics of curling including throwing a stone and sweeping. At the end of the session a short game will be played. Participants are urged to wear layered, loose clothing and clean sneakers. All other equipment is provided. Be sure to arrive at 6:45 pm.

The event is open to the public and costs $5. Registration

Craig Erickson, Chris Erickson, Lori Zmuda, Troy Dittberner

Dittberner Rink is 2012 Vikingland Curling Club champions following a four week playdown. Dittberner (Troy Dittberner, Craig Erickson, Chris Erickson and Lori Zmuda) beat the Timmerman Rink (Eric Timmerman, Scott Threinen, Dan Hilback and Josh Boyer) who took the Silver Medal. Rock Solid Rink (Jason Lattimer, Dennis Cuchna, Lars Nelson and Twyla Anderson) beat Caps Crew Curling for the Bronze Medal.

Members of the Vikingland Curling Club in Alexandria get excited when someone new to curling shows a passion for the sport that they themselves have grown to love over the years.

Read more of the story by Sports Reporter Eric Morken, Echo Press Alexandria, MN.  http://mobile.echopress.com/page/article/id/92955/property_id/2/