COMMUNITY LISTING: Robson Square Ice Rink

Since its re-opening for the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics, theÂ Robson Square Ice RinkÂ (located at 800 Robson Street, across from theÂ Vancouver Art Gallery) has reclaimed its spot as a beloved Vancouver winter tradition. The open-air ice rink is one of the only spots for outdoor ice skating in Vancouver, and itâ€™s completelyÂ free!

Weather permitting, the Robson Square Ice Rinkâ€™s 2011 grand opening will beÂ December 1, 2011.

Ice skaters can enjoy the rink from 9am â€“ 9pm Sunday â€“ Thursday, and from 9am â€“ 11pm on Fridays and Saturdays. Though the rink is open-air, itâ€™s covered by a clear dome, so you can enjoy the downtown lights while still being protected from the rain. Skating is free; skate rentals are $4, helmets and ice cleats are $2.

Skate your heart out at downtown Vancouverâ€™sÂ freeÂ Robson Square Ice Rink fromÂ December 1, 2011 â€“ February 29, 2012

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Photo by Stephanie Manuel

About the Author: Heather Lam

Heather is one of the newest members to join the Y57 team! If she isn't busting out her swag or dancing in them stiletto heel pumps for two of Vancouver's dance crews, she is studying on the lone mountain of SFU finishing her third year as a Communications major. Heather is constantly inspired by her surroundings to reach for the stars as she strives for only the best to come. Her interests include hip hop dancing, snowboarding and basketball. Having to travel the distance thus so far in life, nothing is impossible for this upbeat and outgoing girl. FUN FACT: Heather has played the clarinet for seven years!

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