Starting with our next curling session (Saturday, February 26th) we will be requiring curling sheets to be reserved by Thursday 5pm, prior to the curling Saturday. If we have no sheets reserved by the deadline, curling will not happen that following Saturday. As a rule, converting the ice to curling and then back to traditional skating ice takes roughly 4 hours. As of late, the labor required to accomplish this conversion has not been met by the usage of the curling sheets.
The PCIA would like to see the expansion of the curling program to include new members from the surrounding communities. Curling is a sport which can be enjoyed by people of all ages and many different abilities. With the invention of stick curling even those with "challenges" (like with me and my knee) or activity-limiting disabilities are able to participate in this team-based sport. For those who are new to the sport, take a moment to watch the Olympics and discover the attention grabbing effect for yourself!
As of today, there are only 4 curling weekends remaining in our current curling season. If you haven't been able to join us on the sheets, now's your chance to start (or continue) your curling journey. The cost for curling at the PCIA has been reduced for the rest of the season and will now only cost you $10 per person, per day. We will also establish a tailored group rate for anyone who has interest in exposing a larger group to the sport of curling. Reserve your sheet below!
Thank you for your support!
The PCIA would like to see the expansion of the curling program to include new members from the surrounding communities. Curling is a sport which can be enjoyed by people of all ages and many different abilities. With the invention of stick curling even those with "challenges" (like with me and my knee) or activity-limiting disabilities are able to participate in this team-based sport. For those who are new to the sport, take a moment to watch the Olympics and discover the attention grabbing effect for yourself!
As of today, there are only 4 curling weekends remaining in our current curling season. If you haven't been able to join us on the sheets, now's your chance to start (or continue) your curling journey. The cost for curling at the PCIA has been reduced for the rest of the season and will now only cost you $10 per person, per day. We will also establish a tailored group rate for anyone who has interest in exposing a larger group to the sport of curling. Reserve your sheet below!
Thank you for your support!
Welcome to the Stone Age!
...Curling Stones, that is...
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BE ON THE LOOKOUT FOR 'STICK CURLING!' SEE THE 2ND VIDEO Above (roughly starting at the 3:48 into the video) FOR MORE INFORMATION. Those with less flexibility or limiting disabilities (including those in wheelchairs) may benefit from this type Curling variation.
League Rules: 22-23 Season
Teams:
Comprising up to 5 rostered players. Rostered players must be members of the Curling Club at the PCIA.
Season:
The 22-23 season will start in November and will continue on an every-other-weekend basis until the Arena ice is removed...estimated to be in Mid April 2023. We are currently planning on a 10-12 week season with the possibility of a playoff at the end...still tbd.
Matches:
Each match will consist of two teams of either 3 or 4 players. Only one of these players can be a non-rostered player, or substitute. If a substitute is necessary, this person must be either a Curling Club at the PCIA member (21-22 membership pricing tbd) or must have purchased the $20 Day Pass.
Matches will have 8 ends. Teams of 3 may play against teams of 4. If a team plays with 3 participants, the 1st two will throw 3 stones each and the Skip will throw the last two. Otherwise, each team member throws 2 stones, each, in the same order throughout the entire match.
Those wishing to participate via “stick curling” will also be allowed to participate along with those delivering the stone with the traditional method. In either case, a participant must deliver all stones with the same method throughout the entire match...can’t switch between stick curling and traditional stone delivery.
Substitutes:
Teams may utilize substitute players to fill vacant roster spots. If a substitute is necessary, this person must be either a member of the Curling Club at the PCIA or must have purchased the $20 Day Pass. In the Spirit of Curling, substitutes should be of a similar ability to those they are replacing.
Other Rules:
The remainder of the League Rules will fall under the rules created by USA Curling. All rules are subject to change upon necessity and will be determined in cooperation with the Skip of each team.
Teams:
Comprising up to 5 rostered players. Rostered players must be members of the Curling Club at the PCIA.
Season:
The 22-23 season will start in November and will continue on an every-other-weekend basis until the Arena ice is removed...estimated to be in Mid April 2023. We are currently planning on a 10-12 week season with the possibility of a playoff at the end...still tbd.
Matches:
Each match will consist of two teams of either 3 or 4 players. Only one of these players can be a non-rostered player, or substitute. If a substitute is necessary, this person must be either a Curling Club at the PCIA member (21-22 membership pricing tbd) or must have purchased the $20 Day Pass.
Matches will have 8 ends. Teams of 3 may play against teams of 4. If a team plays with 3 participants, the 1st two will throw 3 stones each and the Skip will throw the last two. Otherwise, each team member throws 2 stones, each, in the same order throughout the entire match.
Those wishing to participate via “stick curling” will also be allowed to participate along with those delivering the stone with the traditional method. In either case, a participant must deliver all stones with the same method throughout the entire match...can’t switch between stick curling and traditional stone delivery.
Substitutes:
Teams may utilize substitute players to fill vacant roster spots. If a substitute is necessary, this person must be either a member of the Curling Club at the PCIA or must have purchased the $20 Day Pass. In the Spirit of Curling, substitutes should be of a similar ability to those they are replacing.
Other Rules:
The remainder of the League Rules will fall under the rules created by USA Curling. All rules are subject to change upon necessity and will be determined in cooperation with the Skip of each team.
We have the Stones, Brushes, and all that you need to participate!
Membership Option: TBD
Membership option includes: League Play dues, all Open Curling Sessions, and a "Meet and Great w/ Chuck Stone!"
* Any Tournaments will be subject to additional fees per team
Day Pass Option: $20 per day
Curling Dates & Times: Select Saturdays - until ice out in April.
This is Inexpensive, Fun!
Membership Option: TBD
Membership option includes: League Play dues, all Open Curling Sessions, and a "Meet and Great w/ Chuck Stone!"
* Any Tournaments will be subject to additional fees per team
Day Pass Option: $20 per day
Curling Dates & Times: Select Saturdays - until ice out in April.
This is Inexpensive, Fun!
Get Ready...It's HERE, Piscataquis County.
Returning Very Soon: Learn to Curl, Open Curling Times; and in the future...Round Robin Tournaments!
Stay tuned for more information on how you can join the Curling Life!
Returning Very Soon: Learn to Curl, Open Curling Times; and in the future...Round Robin Tournaments!
Stay tuned for more information on how you can join the Curling Life!
