Growing up I used to play with my mom’s “snow village” Christmas decorations. I used to love making the families go to the little ice rink. Something about not growing up around outdoor ice rinks and snow made me long for those winter traditions even more. Even though we don’t see much snow here in Austin, my ice rink fantasies can now be fulfilled thanks to Barton Creek resort.

They have Austin’s largest outdoor ice rink this year, so come out and get in the holiday spirit! They also have a holiday shop that has gifts, themed Christmas trees, and you can keep warm by sipping hot chocolate and eating s’mores. One thing is for sure, every time I go ice skating it gives me an entirely new appreciation for professional figure skating. It’s always so much harder to get the hang of it than I’m expecting, but it’s always a blast!

All proceeds from skate rentals benefit Maggie’s Hope – an organization that supports families with autistic children.

To skate for free, “like” them and RSVP on facebook, http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=160484120655347&index=1 and on Wednesday, December 15^th you and a guest can will get a 1-hour free skate session.

When: now – January 2

Time: Monday – Thursday 12 p.m.-9 p.m.
$18 adult, $13 child

Friday – Sunday 10 a.m.-10 p.m.
$20 adult, $15 child

Location:
8212 Barton Creek Drive
Austin, Texas 78735

http://www.bartoncreek.com/iceskating.aspx

Complete side note — Congratulations Barton Creek for being named the number 4 golf course in the US earlier in the week. http://www.bizjournals.com/austin/news/2010/12/07/austins-barton-creek-no-4-golf.html

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About the Author: Kristy Owen