New SINHG Activity: Learn to Curl
Sign-up for all fall trips is due by July 17.
Seabrook Island Natural History Group is bringing a new activity to our list of trips and we are so excited about it that we wanted to bring it to everyone’s attention.
Whether you have Olympic aspirations, are looking for a new hobby or just crossing an item off your bucket list, the Charleston Curling Club is here for you! A new SINHG outing has been added to the fall schedule called “F2616 – Learn to Curl.” At this session, after filling out any necessary forms and getting an orientation on curling (safety, equipment, and warm up), we will split up into small groups, be given a broom, and escorted onto the ice. Each group will work through sweeping, throwing stones, and communication. Once the groups have covered the drills, some groups will combine to play a game. The game lasts until the end of our ice time (2 hours). After the ice time we can head over to the Penalty Box Sports Lounge at the Ice Palace for ‘Broomstacking’. This is a curling tradition where players socialize after playing a game (and is an optional activity).
Worried about your knees or back or something else? Curling is a highly adaptive sport. One of the most common adaptations is the use of a delivery stick. This adaptation allows people to deliver stones while staying in an upright position – no squatting, bending or lunging required.
What should you wear to curl?
- Clothes – Dress for flexibility , comfort, and warmth. Layering is recommended (athletic clothing that allows you to bend and stretch). Jeans are not recommended.
- Shoes – Closed-toe rubber-soled shoes. Clean shoes are the best for the ice so leave your lawn mowing shoes at home.
All equipment needed will be provided by the Curling Club!
Information for signing up can be found here. Come join the fun and see what Curling is all about! Sign-up for all fall trips is due by July 17.
-Submitted by Annie Snelgrove for Seabrook Island Natural History Group
(Image Credit: SINHG.org)
