WinterPLAY is coming soon!
Celebrate our northern spirit and enjoy outdoor activities at WinterPLAY from Feb. 24-March 5. There will be all kinds of free family-friendly activities, including fireworks, ice sculptures, and lots more! Stay tuned for more information, including a schedule of events.
Shootout on the Snye
The four-on-four pond tournament kicks off on Friday, Feb. 24 at 6:00 p.m. - Sunday, Feb. 26 on the Snye.
Games will be played four vs. four, with a maximum of two substitutes. All teams are guaranteed three games over the course of the first two days, with the opportunity to play more during the playoffs on Sunday.
Volunteers are needed to referee games. All teams are required to have at least one representative (18+) volunteer to referee.
Shootout on the Snye is a non-contact hockey tournament. Please play responsibly and safely.
Registration is open for all divisions
All Shootout on the Snye participants are required to register in advance online.
- Early bird registration: $30 per player by Jan. 22
- Registration deadline: $40 per player by Jan. 31
Youth (under 18) register individually, and teams will be balanced and created based on player division and skill level.
Team registration and individual registration is available for the Open Division (18+).
All registered players will receive a Shootout on the Snye jersey and orientation package.
Further information is available in the online registration.
Fundraise for your cause with five team members or friends
Local social profit organizations, or groups fundraising for a local social profit are eligible to apply for one of 11 fundraising opportunities. Groups of 5 will receive $500 per four-hour shift in exchange for general event support.
General event support duties could include:
- Green team – Ensures the site is clean and free of garbage
- Firewatch – Tends to the community bonfire to ensure the operation and safety of the fire
- Site supervision – Monitors areas of the general event site like the public ice slides
- Activity support – Provides support to the site activities (I.e., horse-drawn wagon rides, community rinks, etc.)
- Firework event support – Keeps the site clean and directs the public during the firework events (Feb. 24 and March 4)
Calling all Food Vendors!
WinterPLAY organizers are seeking local commercial or social profit organizations to provide food sales to event participants. Four heated tents are open and available for booking Feb. 24 through March 5. Examples of potential food options could include canteen items, hot dogs, hot chocolate, taco in a bag, donuts, BBQ (provided by vendor), etc. Get your application in and reserve those prime-time bookings early!
Application deadline: Monday, Feb. 6
WinterPLAY construction is underway at the Snye
Access to the lower parking lot and Snye Point remain available at this time. Ice access for snowmobiles is also being maintained between the Snye and Clearwater River, except the days when fireworks are scheduled.
Construction areas are clearly marked and monitored to ensure public safety. Please follow all posted signage, barricades, do not enter closed areas and keep a safe distance from equipment. Further construction updates will be shared as they become available.