Outdoor ice skating can be so much fun! It is so important to have an adult check the ice beforehand to make sure it is safe. Dark blue ice is safer than opaque white or grey ice and it is important never to go on ice that has open water patches. In addition, here are some tips to make your experience more enjoyable while staying safe:
1. Kids must wear a helmet!
2. Dress warmly and make sure to have good gloves or mittens!
3. As long as the ice is frozen, it is much more enjoyable when the sun is out!
4. You don't need ice skates, wearing boots and gliding is (almost) as much fun!
5. Bring a sled for the little ones! We like putting James in a sled and dragging him around the ice after he gives up on ice skating after 10 minutes :)
6. As always, pack some hot chocolate for afterwards!
7. Pro tip: head to Family Sports Consignments in Pembroke to buy some much more affordable, used skates!
Please note, ice skating is at your own risk. Please take proper precautions!
Outdoor Skating:
1. Norwell Skating Rink, located on Pine St. across from the Council of Aging
2. Jacobs Pond Conservation Area in Norwell, from the Jacobs Lane parking area, follow the dirt road leading to the pond
3. Lily Pond, King Street in Cohasset
4. Widow's Walk Golf Course, Scituate
5. Winter Skate at Patriot Place, Foxboro
6. Hidden Pond, located on the service road behind Whole Foods Market at Derby Street
7. East Street Pond, in Cohasset off of East Street
Check with the following Indoor Rinks to see when they offer open skate:
1. Rockland Staking Rink, Rockland
2. Pilgrim Skating Arena, Hingham
3. Armstrong Arena, Plymouth
4. The Bog, Kingston
5. Hobomock Arena, Pembroke
