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£ in si de ha lto n. co m O ak vi lle B ea ve r | T hu rs da y, F eb ru ar y 15 , 2 01 8 | Do something different this Family Day ing on weather conditions. For rink condi­ tions, check Oakville.ca. Conservation Halton's Crawford Lake, Mountsberg and Hilton Falls Conservation Areas all offer snowshoeing trails of vari­ ous lengths ranging from easy to difficult. Rental equipment is available at Crawford Lake and Mountsberg, which offers a great way to try the activity without com­ mitting to purchasing equipment. More information about the trails and guided hikes is available at conservationhalton.ca. You can also hit the slopes at Kelso Conservation Area's Glen Eden, which of­ fers skiers and snowboarders seven lifts and 17 runs ranging from easy to difficult. Holiday pricing will be in effect for Fam­ ily Day and access to the terrain park - which offers five to 35-foot jumps plus rails and boxes for everyone - is available for an additional fee. More information about the trails and rental equipment can be found at gleneden.on.ca. by. From 6 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 17 participants can try their hand at catching bluegill and crappie species. Check conservationhalton.ca for registra­ tion and entry fee. Outdoor skating is also an option in Burlington where Rotary Centennial Pond offers free recreational skating on an ar­ tificial ice surface. You'll be able to enjoy Burlington's beautiful waterfront while skating with your family. The great thing about this rink is that the surface will be suitable for skating, no matter the weath­ er conditions. Skate lending is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. For com­ plete rules and hours check Burlington.ca, where you can also find the locations for all of Burlington's outdoor Neighbourhood Rinks, including Nelson, Brant Hills and Central Parks. Oakville also has a number of out­ door ice rinks in various neighbourhoods across the town. These rinks, maintained by the town, are open free for use depend- By Christine Davis One day of the year is designated to families enjoying time together. This year, why not do Family Day a little differently and spend your time outside? In Hamilton, Valens Lake Conservation Area offers skating on the frozen lake, with staff maintaining the surface to the best of their ability based on weather conditions. The lake will also be open on Family Day weekend for a license-free ice fishing der- L O C A b international union of operating engineers Business Manager President Mike Gallagher Joe Redshaw 2245 Speers Road, Oakville, L6L 6X8 • 1-877-793-4863 CAMPS March Break Staycation! Looking fo r som e cool th ings to do w ith the kids? In addition to our popular March Break camps, we also offer fun drop-in programs and single-day workshops. Plus, take advantage of our family-friendly drop-in swim and skate times. Enjoy your staycation with us! Visit oakville.ca for details. OAKV IL LE M U S IC L E S S O N S ALL INSTRUMENTS ALLA&K Fun and Qualified University, College, and RCM trained educators Award Winning Music School! C u r r e n t l y F in a l i s t f o r 2 0 1 8 O a k v i l le A w a r d s f o r B u s i n e s s * piano * vocal * guitar bass *ukulelen drums*sax*flute ĉlarinet* violin Very Competitive tuition rates! A * 9̂05-825̂8668' M U $ IC16FUN. C A international union of operating engineers Business Manager President Mike Gallagher Joe Redshaw CAMPS Looking for some cool things to do with the kids? OAKVILLE ALL INSTRUMENTS ALLA&K * piano * vocal * guitar bass *ukulelen drums*sax*flute ^clarinet* violin