Memberships
The 2018/19 membership registration is underway and will close on October 26th. There is usually room for some snowbird (part season) registrations later through the winter, in some leagues. Contact us for information about late registrations.
Our club features a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Membership dues are payable annually in September, and discounts are allowed for voting members, couples, and first time members. Snowbird (partial) memberships are available for those who travel for a significant portion of the winter.
We offer a 7 week long Instructional League, which meets Wednesdays from 5:00-6:30 pm. This is a great way for newer curlers to receive professional instruction in the skills, safety issues, and strategies of the game.
Bonspiels
Club Bonspiels open to guests are listed on the OCA web site. If you need an entry form for one of our bonspiels, they can be found by clicking on any of the links below, or by emailing our Bonspiel Coordinator and we’ll be happy to send you one.
Our season begins with the Hunter’s Bonspiel in late November. In January, the Men will take to the ice on the 12 for the Molson’s, while the Ladies’ play on the 19th in the Ladies’ Bonspiel. We have also added a Mixed Doubles Bonspiel on January 27th sponsored by Hurry Hard and Van Schyndel Greenhouses.
February features two events with a regional theme – a two day mixed event sponsored by the Muskoka Lakes Association, and a three day Men’s Muskoka Lakes event two weeks later. The Men’s event sends curlers to various clubs in the region: MacTier, Bala, Baysville, Huntsville, and Port Carling; with the finals back at South Muskoka in Bracebridge. It’s a great way to make new friends and a real test of how well you can adapt to the different ice conditions and speeds. Teams in this event are encouraged to include at least one beginner or new curler.
Our famous Spring Fling occurs in early April and gives the Ladies a great weekend of fun and frivolity while raising funds for charity. This year’s date is Saturday April 6th.
To sign up for a bonspiel or to get further information you can contact our Bonspiel Co-Ordinator Sarah Steeves at (705) 645-4221 ext. 223, our General Manager Mark DeActis at (705) 645-4221 Ext 221, or our Office Administrator Teresa Wheeler at (705) 645-4221 Ext 222. All dates for the current season are on the calendar at the home page of this website.
Leagues
We have a complete spectrum of curling leagues, from fun and relaxed to very competitive. Whether you want to win the Provincials or you just want to play and socialize, we have a league for you. We offer a special low membership rate for your first year, and a great discount again in your second year as a member of our Club.
Each Fall, in the weeks leading up to the beginning of the season, instructional clinics are provided free of charge. These clinics let new curlers try the game and receive coaching before deciding whether to register for the season. We also offer a 7 week Instructional or Novice League to give new curlers a good grounding in fundamentals and strategy, and enhance their enjoyment of the game. This League will take to the ice Wednesdays from 5:00 to 6:30 pm.
For details and registration information, please contact us.
Businessmen
Monday 5:15pm
This is a dinner league with most of the curlers enjoying a post-game dinner on the last Monday of each draw. Dinner is not mandatory nor is it included in membership fees. Entry is by team and the league is currently full.
Drawmaster: Mike Michalski
Men's Recreational
Tuesday 9:00pm
The Men’s Recreational League is a fun league and a great place for new curlers. All teams qualify for year-end play-downs. Entry is by 4-man team. Contact the drawmaster who is usually aware of teams needing to add players.
Drawmasters: Brandon Kuehn
Men's Monday
Monday 7:30pm
This is a single entry league with teams changed 2 or 3 times through the season. A great league for newer curlers, and a way to curl with several different players over the year.
Drawmaster: Steve Tassie
Businesswomen
Thursday 4:45pm
This is a great social league with most players staying for dinner following play once monthly.
Drawmaster: Nancy Raynor
Ladies' Day
Tuesday 1:00pm
For women who wish to curl daytime. The regular ice time is 1:00 pm but numbers sometimes warrant a morning draw as well.
Drawmaster: Marianne Larose
Ladies' Evening
Tuesday 6:45pm
A great ladies league with teams generally changed 3 times through the course of the season and trophies for each draw.
Drawmaster: Nancy Raynor
Mixed Wednesday
Wednesday 6:45pm – 9:00pm
This is a team entry league, so round up your foursome for the season.
Drawmaster: Greg Corbett
Open Thursday
Thursday 7:00pm – 9:15pm
This is our most competitive league, and teams may be any combination of men and women.
Drawmaster: Greg Corbett
Mixed Friday
Friday 6:30pm – 8:45pm
This is a league that nicely balances the social and competitive aspects of the game. Teams are changed 2 or 3 times through the season–great way to make new friends.
Drawmasters: Steve and Cheryl Post
Ice Rentals
We welcome private rentals and group outings or bonspiels and have a few available weekend dates throughout the season. Weekday daytime events generally must be held on Fridays, due to league curling on other days. We offer a great daily package which includes two 6-end games plus lunch for less than $30 per player.
For more information contact Mark DeActis at (705) 645-4221 Ext 221.
South's Shop
South Muskoka offers a fully stocked curling pro shop, with all the latest equipment. We carry Goldline brooms and shoes, and have the popular Norway pad replacement brush heads. You will find a full line of pants, shirts, gloves and fleeces to keep you warm and looking good on the ice. If your gripper is wearing out, take advantage of our “trade-in” program and get a discount off the purchase of a new gripper. Your fellow curlers will thank you! The shop is open Monday to Friday from 8:30am – 4:30pm and also by appointment. For information call Teresa at (705) 645-4221 Ext 222.