Pond Hockey Tournament 2016

It’s been an interesting few days. Friday was our first real snow storm, and it was also the first day of the Pond Hockey Tournament. I felt bad that the guys and gals trying to compete, had to battle high winds, fierce snow and not the best of ice conditions.

From our front window.  

Then Saturday dawned bright, with blue skies and no wind. I dressed quickly, threw breakfast Hubby’s way, and then suited up in my long johns, jeans, heavy shirt, jacket, gloves and a hat I have had for 16 years, went down through the garage, putting on my ice treads, and with my cameras in a small back pack, I headed off to the games.

Saturday morning  

My house.

I saw my neighbors who were amazed to see me out walking around so soon after spinal surgery. I laughed and smiled, but honestly, I do feel good and I had taken precautions.

It was a beautiful walk, and when I finally got out on the ice I was amazed at how many people were there. Ever the one to talk to those around me, I found I struck up conversations as I strolled along.

  People were laughing and joking around, and their was an air of a giant festival. Kids were skating around, little ones who could hardly stand up, were playing with an infant size hockey stick. I only saw one little altercation, when one man cross checked a man and gave it a little extra push to knock him down onto the ice. The man sprung up, and turned and came this close to popping the guy in the chops. But his teammates held him back.    

  I took many pictures and even one of my home from the ice. As you can see, we really do have a birds eye view of the games!  

I got back home, made myself a hot chocolate and watched from the warmth of my living room as the games continued and people came and left.

At the end of the day, with the ice empty, the lights were turned on, so the men could come in and rework the ice.

I feel so lucky to live where I do. Winter, Spring, Summer, or Fall, the Lake is always alive with activity!