Outdoor ice surfaces closed for the 2024/2025 season

Lloydminster, AB/SK— The City of Lloydminster has closed all city-maintained outdoor ice surfaces for the season, including Bud Miller All Seasons Park. Fluctuating temperatures, along with recent and ongoing warm weather, have made it difficult to maintain ice quality and ensure safe skating conditions.

Stay Off Stormwater Retention Ponds
The City is reminding residents to stay clear of stormwater retention ponds. While the water’s surface may appear frozen, ongoing water movement and fluctuating water levels create potential dangers. The rise and fall of temperatures can also cause unstable ice conditions. The ice thickness on retention ponds is not monitored, except for the Bud Miller All Seasons Park lake, which is now closed for the season.
If someone falls through the ice, do not attempt a rescue by going onto the ice. Call 911 immediately for help.

Indoor Ice Surfaces
The City of Lloydminster offers several indoor skating options for those wanting to stay active on the ice:

• All Age Shinny – Open to hockey players of all ages.
• Family Puck and Stick (Under 12) – For children 12 and under. Parents must be on the ice or watching from ice level.
• Servus Family Free Skate – Open to all ages for skating, with no pucks or sticks allowed.

For more information about drop-in activities, visit Lloydminster.ca/Arenas.