Snowmaking Begins at Chapman Hill

 

Durango Parks and Recreation Department will start snowmaking operations on the ski hill at Chapman Hill in preparation for this winter’s ski/snowboard season.  City staff will be testing and operating the equipment starting Monday, December 6 and will be making snow for as many hours as possible each day as the weather permits.  At least a foot of snow is needed for the ski hill to open and the City hopes to open the ski hill in time for the 9-R School District Christmas break on Saturday, December 18.

Join us on Saturday mornings at Chapman Hill for “Youth Learn to Skate Lessons.”  Youth ages 3 – 17 years and all ability levels will learn to ice skate from qualified instructors on December 4, January 8, January 29, February 19 and March 19.  Whether you have a beginner hockey skater, a future figure skater, or a skater that loves to come to public skate, we have the instructors to develop your skater’s skills on the ice. Come learn all the essentials to feel comfortable and have fun on the ice!  The cost is $8 per class and includes the cost of skate rentals if needed.  Sign up at the RecreationCenter or before class at Chapman Hill Ice Arena.   Classes begin at 8:30 a.m. and run every half hour until 10:00 a.m.  Please call Chapman Hill 375-7395 for the class schedule.