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Oilfields Curling Season Is A Go!!
Season is Happening
The good news is that the season will proceed.
However, there are a couple of notes regarding that.
One, we discovered that the remote access and control system for the ice plant has decided not to participate this year. It it not replaceable, due to its age and it is an expensive system to replace. We're working with external technical resources to determine the best solution that will allow us to start installing the ice.
The plant should start next Thursday, with ice ready near mid October. Cooler weather and no other hiccups are needed to expedite the ice installation. The season can extend one week beyond what we normally do, so that everyone gets their full season this year.
We will keep everyone updated.
Registration - If You Plan to Curl Register Now - Please
We still have people who have indicated they are going to play this season who have not registered. Whole teams are still not on the board. Men’s night, you people need to step up!
We need this information to build schedules and find placements for players looking for teams to join.
It is easy to use the online registration - almost everyone who has registered so far used the online form.
If you have no team, but wish to play, get your registration in and fill in the comment area indicating your status. Or email me. I have singles looking for doubles partners plus couples and singles for Friday. There are also opportunities for joining or forming teams on men’s and ladies night.
Payments that were being withheld pending confirmation of the season can now be squared with the club. E-Transfer is our preferred method (see the registration webpage for more info), cheque is also fine.
Last year, when the season was cancelled, we discontinued our merchant services to save the monthly fees. We do not, as yet, have our new system up and running but it will be there before opening night. As noted previously, we would prefer that people not use credit cards as the fees are crippling. Debit is preferred as our new system has unlimited debit transactions included in the monthly fee. Every penny saved helps the club survive.
Restrictions Exemption Program
Since we are mandated to operate under the new Restrictions Exemption Program, this is going to require more paperwork. We are still figuring out exactly how the club will implement this system and more information will be forthcoming.
To reiterate the government mandate, all players will be required to be fully (double) vaccinated by October 25 or provide a negative Covid test, paid out of pocket and taken within 72 hours of entering the facility. Anyone wishing to watch from either of the two viewing areas must also comply.
Friday League Rep
We still require a league rep for Friday night. John D has indicated that he is willing to help get everything organized, making it easier for someone to slide in and take over.
Bartenders
Due to budgetary constraints and the limited hours of lounge operation, we are starting the season without a paid bartender. The bar will be run on a volunteer basis, and I’m hoping for a positive turnout to facilitate that. This will be reviewed as the season progresses and it may be that the club will hire a permanent bartender at some point.
In the meantime, we need a few more volunteers to cover the nights. We don’t make fancy drinks, the point of sale operations are simple. Proserve is required and you keep your tip money.
Currently, as per government restrictions, last call will be at ten and people need to leave by 11. You’ll be home in time to watch the sports news. We will have a short training night prior to the club opening and we’ll have help so that you won’t be overwhelmed the first time out. Shoot me an email if you can help out.
Bonspiels
We would like to have the Little Brown Jug this year, on November 5-7.
This would be depending on interest.
We’ll put it on the website and make a decision shortly after startup.
This was always a fun bonspiel, with lots of local teams. Probably no banquet, but some food will be provided and prizes.
The ladies will be held on January 7-9
The mixed will be held February 25-27
Fundraising Committee
Once again, it is hoped that we can get a small group of club members together, dedicated to finding ways to fund-raise for the club. Included in this would be the canvassing of local businesses for prizes and donations for our bonspiels. As always, I’ll be donating my wine racks to the club, to be filled with wine donated by members and raffled off. Any club members with ideas, time or donations, please help out.
Work Bee
A night will be designated to have members help out getting the final steps completed and giving the club a good cleaning. Date and time to follow, so don’t plan any weddings or vacations that might interfere. This will be after the painting of the ice, so that we can lay down carpets and haul the rocks to arena area, so closer to opening.
Recognizing The Members
The executive would like to thank everyone for their patience and continuing support of the club. I think we can all agree that having a place to curl that, for most of us, is a short drive from home, is a great thing to have. I have always been proud of the way the members come out to support the club and how fun and friendly the atmosphere is. The financial health of the club is vital to continue providing a warm friendly place to play, and you have all stepped up this season.
May your weight be perfect and your aim deadly.
Or not, it doesn’t matter, we simply play for fun.
Remember, “It must have picked” can be used multiple times in an eight end game.
On behalf of the executive, thank you.
Tim Tomayer
President
Oilfields Curling Club
oilfieldsccpresident@gmail.com
The good news is that the season will proceed.
However, there are a couple of notes regarding that.
One, we discovered that the remote access and control system for the ice plant has decided not to participate this year. It it not replaceable, due to its age and it is an expensive system to replace. We're working with external technical resources to determine the best solution that will allow us to start installing the ice.
The plant should start next Thursday, with ice ready near mid October. Cooler weather and no other hiccups are needed to expedite the ice installation. The season can extend one week beyond what we normally do, so that everyone gets their full season this year.
We will keep everyone updated.
Registration - If You Plan to Curl Register Now - Please
We still have people who have indicated they are going to play this season who have not registered. Whole teams are still not on the board. Men’s night, you people need to step up!
We need this information to build schedules and find placements for players looking for teams to join.
It is easy to use the online registration - almost everyone who has registered so far used the online form.
If you have no team, but wish to play, get your registration in and fill in the comment area indicating your status. Or email me. I have singles looking for doubles partners plus couples and singles for Friday. There are also opportunities for joining or forming teams on men’s and ladies night.
Payments that were being withheld pending confirmation of the season can now be squared with the club. E-Transfer is our preferred method (see the registration webpage for more info), cheque is also fine.
Last year, when the season was cancelled, we discontinued our merchant services to save the monthly fees. We do not, as yet, have our new system up and running but it will be there before opening night. As noted previously, we would prefer that people not use credit cards as the fees are crippling. Debit is preferred as our new system has unlimited debit transactions included in the monthly fee. Every penny saved helps the club survive.
Restrictions Exemption Program
Since we are mandated to operate under the new Restrictions Exemption Program, this is going to require more paperwork. We are still figuring out exactly how the club will implement this system and more information will be forthcoming.
To reiterate the government mandate, all players will be required to be fully (double) vaccinated by October 25 or provide a negative Covid test, paid out of pocket and taken within 72 hours of entering the facility. Anyone wishing to watch from either of the two viewing areas must also comply.
Friday League Rep
We still require a league rep for Friday night. John D has indicated that he is willing to help get everything organized, making it easier for someone to slide in and take over.
Bartenders
Due to budgetary constraints and the limited hours of lounge operation, we are starting the season without a paid bartender. The bar will be run on a volunteer basis, and I’m hoping for a positive turnout to facilitate that. This will be reviewed as the season progresses and it may be that the club will hire a permanent bartender at some point.
In the meantime, we need a few more volunteers to cover the nights. We don’t make fancy drinks, the point of sale operations are simple. Proserve is required and you keep your tip money.
Currently, as per government restrictions, last call will be at ten and people need to leave by 11. You’ll be home in time to watch the sports news. We will have a short training night prior to the club opening and we’ll have help so that you won’t be overwhelmed the first time out. Shoot me an email if you can help out.
Bonspiels
We would like to have the Little Brown Jug this year, on November 5-7.
This would be depending on interest.
We’ll put it on the website and make a decision shortly after startup.
This was always a fun bonspiel, with lots of local teams. Probably no banquet, but some food will be provided and prizes.
The ladies will be held on January 7-9
The mixed will be held February 25-27
Fundraising Committee
Once again, it is hoped that we can get a small group of club members together, dedicated to finding ways to fund-raise for the club. Included in this would be the canvassing of local businesses for prizes and donations for our bonspiels. As always, I’ll be donating my wine racks to the club, to be filled with wine donated by members and raffled off. Any club members with ideas, time or donations, please help out.
Work Bee
A night will be designated to have members help out getting the final steps completed and giving the club a good cleaning. Date and time to follow, so don’t plan any weddings or vacations that might interfere. This will be after the painting of the ice, so that we can lay down carpets and haul the rocks to arena area, so closer to opening.
Recognizing The Members
The executive would like to thank everyone for their patience and continuing support of the club. I think we can all agree that having a place to curl that, for most of us, is a short drive from home, is a great thing to have. I have always been proud of the way the members come out to support the club and how fun and friendly the atmosphere is. The financial health of the club is vital to continue providing a warm friendly place to play, and you have all stepped up this season.
May your weight be perfect and your aim deadly.
Or not, it doesn’t matter, we simply play for fun.
Remember, “It must have picked” can be used multiple times in an eight end game.
On behalf of the executive, thank you.
Tim Tomayer
President
Oilfields Curling Club
oilfieldsccpresident@gmail.com
Oilfields Curling Club Emails Below are links to recent OCC emails if you want to look back. |
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Alberta 55 Plus Winter Games
Barb Larson is gathering names of OCC curlers who might be interested in playing in the Alberta 55 Plus Winter Games.
Click this link for more info. |
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Join Oilfields Curling Club
If you are interested in joining Oilfields Curling Club for our next season, getting on our email list or if you want to learn more about our club please send an email to oilfieldscurlingclub@gmail.com. |
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Sporthelps Letter Writing Campaign
Request from Curling Alberta
"We want to see teams, leagues and events come back strong, and are pushing for investments in the upcoming federal budget. We hope you will lend your voice to help the national curling community make sure politicians understand what is at stake."
WRITE A LETTER
To get active, we ask that you go to www.sporthelps.ca and click the ‘take action’ button.
You can then send a letter with just a few clicks to your local MP, the Minister of Finance and the Minister responsible for sport in Canada. By entering your name and address the tool will personalize and send the letter on your behalf.
"We want to see teams, leagues and events come back strong, and are pushing for investments in the upcoming federal budget. We hope you will lend your voice to help the national curling community make sure politicians understand what is at stake."
WRITE A LETTER
To get active, we ask that you go to www.sporthelps.ca and click the ‘take action’ button.
You can then send a letter with just a few clicks to your local MP, the Minister of Finance and the Minister responsible for sport in Canada. By entering your name and address the tool will personalize and send the letter on your behalf.
CFEP Support Helps OCC Complete Main Floor Renovations
The Oilfields curling club would like to acknowledge the participation of CFEP by providing matching funds to our downstairs renovations. We were able to remove a dangerous step near the viewing windows as well as improve the functionality of our lobby.
It is of note that without this improvement, it would be much more difficult to implement a social distancing arrangement of seating. This provides a much better area for members to do their final preparations before enjoying a game of curling. The carpet also provides a much more cozy feel to the lobby and is easier to keep clean.
If funding becomes available, our next project will be to replace the carpet upstairs in the lounge. Stay tuned!
It is of note that without this improvement, it would be much more difficult to implement a social distancing arrangement of seating. This provides a much better area for members to do their final preparations before enjoying a game of curling. The carpet also provides a much more cozy feel to the lobby and is easier to keep clean.
If funding becomes available, our next project will be to replace the carpet upstairs in the lounge. Stay tuned!
