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General On-Ice Emergency Situations:

1. Someone has had a non-severe incident, and can go to the hospital on their own, or be transported by a member.
2. Someone has had a more severe injury on the ice, and needs to be transported to hospital by ambulance.
3. Someone has fallen and hit their head. Call 9-1-1 must be called, non-negotiable. Someone more qualified than the injured party or another club member needs to assess the member.

General scenarios when calling for an ambulance:

1. Someone has had an incident on the ice but can be safely assisted to the back or front benches

• One person needs to be the point person for that draw, that everyone knows is in charge.
• They can direct someone to call 9-1-1. All pertinent location information is posted at every telephone.
• If it is deemed safe to move someone, the easiest place for EMS to access someone is at the glass end ofIce D. When possible, try to get the person to the front bench area of Ice D. If they are able to make it into the upper or lower lounge, even better.
• If it is not safe or possible to get the person to the glass end, try to get them to the bench by the man door at the end of Ice D.
• One person can go to the man door at the end of Ice D to wave at the Ambulance to indicate which door to go to, ie, that man door or the front door.
• Another person can go through the adjoining Squash Club door on Sheet D’s stairwell, and open the Squash Club door for EMS. The door from Dave's work room to that stairwell can be opened from the ice side to get easy access to the ice.
• Someone should escort EMS to the incident area
• An Accident Report (Binder on the Kitchen Counter) must be filled out in as much detail as possible.

2. Someone has had an incident on the ice, and they best not be moved.

• One person needs to be the point person for that draw, that everyone knows is in charge.
• They can direct someone to call 9-1-1. All pertinent location information is posted at every telephone.
• One person can go to the man door at the end of Ice D to wave at the Ambulance to indicate which door to go to, ie, that man door or the front door.
• If the front door is deemed the best route, another person can go through the adjoining Squash Club door on Sheet D’s stairwell, and open the Squash Club door for EMS. The door from Dave's work room to that stairwell can be opened from the ice side to get easy access to the ice.
• Someone should escort EMS to the incident area.
• An Accident Report (Binder on the Kitchen Counter) must be filled out in as much detail as possible.

Off-Ice Emergencies

Scenarios include: the upper lounge/kitchen, either stairwell, lower lounge or either locker room

• One person needs to be the point person for that draw, that everyone knows is in charge.
• They can direct someone to call 9-1-1. All pertinent location information is posted at every telephone.
• If the front door is deemed the best route, ensure someone is stationed at our front door to hold the door open and unlock the stationary door if a stretcher is coming in.
• Someone should escort EMS to the incident area.
• If the incident happened in or near the stairwell at Ice A, it’s possible, EMS will want to use the ramp at the top of the stairwell for access. Be prepared to offer access there instead, depending on the severity of the incident.
• An Accident Report (Binder on the Kitchen Counter) must be filled out in as much detail as possible.

Public AED - Defibrillator

The AED is located at the top of the stairwell by Ice D. There are multiple signs throughout the building indicating this.

It is physically checked by EMS once per year. Monthly, they will call and ask that someone verify that a green checkmark is visible in the bottom left corner of the machine. Anyone who answers the phone is capable of verifying this for them.

Once the glass is opened in an emergency, the machine will talk you through the process. There is no chance the pads will accidentally surge when they shouldn’t.

First Aid Kits

There are 3 locations where our kits are located. They are highly visible RED BAGS. One hangs on the wall in the front entrance of the lower entry lounge, one is on the wall of the kitchen nearest the fridge, and one is out on the ice area hanging on the wall by the Ice A door.

If anything (even a bandaid) is removed from any of the First Aid Kits, you must tell the convener so they can let a Health & Safety committee member know it needs to be replenished.

Ice Packs

There are always frozen ice packs in the bottom freezers in the kitchen. As well, you can use a ziplock bag with ice cubes from the bar if necessary.

Curling Etiquette

Start with a handshake. Greet opposing players with a handshake or fist-bump, tell them your name, and wish them “Good Curling”.

Finish with a handshake. Traditionally, the winning players offer to buy their counterpart a beverage. (Later, the loser should offer a reciprocal drink.)

Keep the ice clean. On-ice footwear is only for curling. Keep an eye on your shoes/grippers to ensure they’re not leaving debris on the ice. Give your broom head a good scrub every few ends with the brushes hanging beside the garbage cans.

Compliment good shots, no matter which team makes them. 

Get out of the way. After your team’s rock comes to rest, move to a Side Line. Walk back single-file on the Side Line.

Wait for your turn either between the Hog Lines or on the Boards. 

Hold your broom vertical and still.

Don’t distract your opponent. Stay motionless and quiet until your opponent has completed their release. 

Do not cross the sheet when your opponent is in the Hack doing their pre-shot routine.

Be ready in the Hack to throw or sweep as soon as your opponent’s rock has come to rest. 

Leads should place their Skip’s rock in front of the Hack to speed up the game.

The starting Lead should not help clean up after the end, just find their rock and get in the Hack.

Pay attention even when it’s not your turn. Rocks flying on to other sheets pose a serious safety risk – all players must always be ready to catch rocks.

Never allow a rock to strike the Hack.

Only Vices in the House until the score has been agreed.

Get up. Hands and knees melt the ice - it could be your next shot that goes astray due to those holes you’re making!

Know your role. Each position has responsibilities. Do your job and let others do theirs.

Have fun. Even the top players smile and joke during the game (when appropriate).

Be honest. If you burn a rock before is crosses the far Hog Line, remove that rock immediately. If you burn a rock after it crosses the far Hog Line, report the infraction to the opposition and they will choose whether to remove it and replace all affected rocks or not. 

Keep an eye on the clock. Slow curling is boring for everyone. It is unsporting to deliberately kill the clock in a timed game. 

New! 5-Week Learn-To-Curl Program

Starts Saturday, October 11, 2025

Are you curious about curling but not ready to commit to a full season? Our brand-new 5-Week Learn-to-Curl Program is the perfect way to try curling in a fun, low-pressure environment! This short-format league runs over five Saturdays, starting October 11, 2025, and is designed for brand new curlers — no experience required!This is a great way to learn the basics of curling and meet others who are just starting out!

What’s Included:

• 5 weeks of on-ice instruction and game play
• Guidance from experienced curlers and coaches
• All equipment provided — just bring clean indoor shoes and warm clothes
• A fun, social atmosphere for all ages (18+)

Perfect for:

• First-timers and curious newcomers
• People looking for a fun, active social experience
• Anyone considering joining a league but unsure where to start

Membership Fee: [$99.00]

Time: Saturdays, [10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.]

Return To Curling Refresher Clinic

Our clinics are mandatory prior to the beginning of any session for new curlers. Players who have not completed the clinic cannot be placed on a team.

It is mandatory to wear a helmet to the clinic. It can be a ski helmet, hockey helmet or curling helmet.This year, the club will provide our new curlers with a helmet for the clinic and their first session, free of charge. Grippers are available for purchase at the club - we suggest everyone have 2 if you are not wearing curling shoes.

Please bring clean running shoes that have never been used outdoors. Wear several layers, you’ll want to be able to shed layers on the ice once we get you sweeping! Make sure your outer layers have no lint - fleece, wool and other fuzzy items can damage the ice. Leather gloves, not fuzzy mits. Jeans are terrible for curling in. They don’t give, they are abrasive on the ice and they are not warm. Ladies, yoga pants work best, gents, a nylon pant works great. 

You must have pre-registered to attend.

We also offer single session return to curling refresher clinics for those that have curled in the past and want to brush up before joining Haliburton Curling Club. Clinic days are as follows:

Session 1 - September 23 and 24 (evening sessions)

Session 2 - November 9

Session 3 - January 24

PRACTICE ICE ON SUNDAYS RETURNS TWICE PER MONTH in SESSION 1

A number of curling clinics will be available throughout the year. Please check the club calendar as additional dates may be added.

Date to remember:

Sept 23-24: Learn to Curl (evening session)

Oct 4: Curling Camp (pre-registration reuired)

Nov 9: Learn to Curl

Jan 24: Learn to Curl

Come out every Wednesday at 1:30 for our “no commitment” practice league. This is a tag league format so whoever shows up is put on a team that changes every week.

No need to get a spare if you can’t make it. Coaches are available during the 6-end game, should you need help. Members really like the friendly, non-competitive vibe of this league, and that they get to meet more members. If you are convalescing from surgery or injury and not ready to join the club, you are welcome to come out 2-3 times to participate in a game and see if you are physically ready to get back to the sport you love! Regular sessional members pay nothing extra for this league. If you choose to only play in this league, this year, you are allowed to spare in any other league, but ONLY during the session you have signed up for. 

Please arrive at least 15 minutes early and let the convener know you're there so they can make the teams up in time for 1:30. This would also be the time to let the convener know if you are looking for coaching during the game, or if you wish to try a different position. 

In late September there will be scheduled practice ice time slots available for online sign-up. We ask that you sign up for only 1 hour during the week so that all members get an opportunity to come throw rocks.

YOU CAN NOW SIGN UP FOR PRACTICE ICE. 

GO TO THE TAB "CLUB EVENTS > EVENT LISTINGS"  TO PICK YOUR SPOT.

Ongoing practice ice:

Throughout the year, when scheduling allows, there will be an opportunity for members to throw rocks on a Sunday. Sign up will be under Club Events > Event Listings.

Our Club Coaches run a variety of clinics and coaching programs.  We are available to help whenever you need us - just ask!

• Russ Duhaime
• Dave Ablett
• Megan Bawn
• Eva Griffith
• Laila Morse
• Susannah Moylan
• Dave Sikkema
• Wanda Stephen