If you're looking for a FREE activity that the whole family can take part in, grab your skates and head down to Spencer Smith Park in Burlington, Ontario for Free skating at the Rotary Centennial Pond.
Overlooking Lake Ontario, the Rotary Pond is the perfect place to spend a sunny, Sunday afternoon with your family or friends.
Skating starts at 10am however the pond is also open in the evenings until 10pm so you and your sweetheart can have a romantic evening by the lake skating under the Pond lights and bright winter stars.
The pond is kept groomed however it's advisable to call ahead for ICE conditions -905-634-7263 
If you would rather stay cosy and warm inside and watch the activities taking place, pull up a chair in the Discovery Landing Observation building.
This beautiful glass building is the perfect place to watch snow falling over the lake, storms coming in on the horizon or just soak in some bright winter sun.
The Rotary Pond at Discovery Landing is at the foot of downtown Burlington.
After skating be sure to take in a hearty dinner and warm up at one of Burlington's fine downtown restaurants or cafes.
It's the perfect way to end a perfect day of Free skating on Spencer Smith Park's Rotary Centennial Pond in Burlington, Ontario.
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Jo-Anne Smith, the author of this article, is a REALTOR® with Brekland Realty Group, Oakville, Ontario and welcomes your real estate inquiries. To contact her, visit www.oakville-burlingtonhomes.com |
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Jo-Anne Smith, the author of this article, is a REALTOR® with Your Choice Realty , Mississauga, Ontario and welcomes your real estate inquiries. To contact her, visit www.oakville-burlingtonhomes.com |
Jo,
That's nice to know. And, there is obviously a spectacular view of the lake that goes along with the experience.
Brian
Brian,
Have you visited the Discovery Landing Observation Centre in Burlington? It really is quite a beautiful spot....in the summer you can watch magnificent storms out across the lake from here.
Let me know if you decide to go skating.....I'll bring you down some hot chocolate.
Jo
Gary,
Yes, I guess you wouldn't have such a thing in Dallas..... I grew up skating on outdoor rinks and ponds. My Dad always made one in our backyard by flooding in a boxed in area. We would skate until well after dark never even noticing the cold.
Jo
It looks like a beautiful place to enjoy! You have great posts about your local area.
Thanks Sasha!
The Burlington and Oakville areas are very beautiful as they rest on the shores of Lake Ontario.,
Jo