Lake Fees
2024 Fees are due and, as of January 1, have begun accumulating interest. These fees can be paid at the lake office by cash, cheque, debit, Visa, or Mastercard (there will not be additional charges if you pay by credit card). You can also pay through your online banking using the external reference number noted on your invoice. If you have not received your invoice or have any questions, contact the lake office. Please be advised that this fee is mandatory, and you cannot opt out of paying it. If your fees are left unpaid, interest will continue accumulating on the overdue balance at a rate of 18% per annum, compounded monthly, so be sure to get your payment in soon!
Lake Hours
The lake hours are dependent on weather and ice conditions. Check our website, social media, or contact the lake office for updates on lake hours.
Ice at the Lake
Hopefully, the January weather will cooperate so that we can get as much out of our winter season as possible. Remember that we are dealing with Mother Nature, and there may be times when we need to close the ice for maintenance or because of unsafe weather conditions. The lake will be open on natural ice when ice depths measure between 10” and 15” and the Olympia Zamboni will be used once all test locations reach a minimum depth of 15”. Please do not throw rocks onto the ice surface. Not only can the rocks damage the Olympia, but they also can create holes in the ice when the sun is out, making the surface extremely unsafe. If the rinks are unsafe, that means no skating.
What Do the Flags Mean?
Flagpoles are located around the lake and at the front entrance, which indicate ice conditions as follows: Red Flag = Full closure. Stay far away from the ice. Yellow Flag = Partial closure. Contact the lake office or check the website for updates. Green flag = Open for all winter activities. Check www.arbourlake.com, Arbour Lake Residents Association on Facebook, or @arbourlakeresidents on Instagram for updates on lake conditions.
General Rules – “Helmets Rule at Arbour Lake”
• All skaters under the age of 18 must wear a helmet while on the ice at Arbour Lake.
• Anyone playing hockey must wear a helmet. No exceptions.
• Hockey sticks and pucks are only permitted on the designated hockey rinks.
• Ice fishing holes will be drilled by lake staff only. Personal augers are not permitted.
Winter Programs Begin!
Our instructors are looking forward to the start of winter programs! To everyone who registered for winter programs, you are reminded that helmets are mandatory for all participants, parents are to remain at the lake during their child’s skating lesson, and no refunds will be issued for classes cancelled, as a makeup class will be scheduled by the instructor instead.
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