By the Nakusp Figure Skating Club
On Saturday, March 1, Broadway becomes more than the name of Nakusp’s main street when the Nakusp Figure Skating Club presents its Broadway-themed carnival. The action starts at 3 p.m. at the Nakusp arena.
The entire community is invited to the event, which showcases the club’s skaters from young children just learning to skate to StarSkaters who compete around the region.
“It promises to be a great event. Our skaters are excited to be displaying what they’ve learned to music from Broadway hits like the Lion King, Riverdance and Hair,” said Kelly Waterfield, club president. “We thank the community in advance for coming out to support them, plus our sponsors like Box Lake Lumber, Columbia Basin Trust and Interfor.”
The club strives to keep skating fees low in order to make the activity accessible to as many skaters as possible, and the carnival is an important fundraiser. Tickets are available at the door and are $5 for adults, $3 for students and seniors, and free for children five and under. There will be a raffle, baking table and 50/50 draw, plus flowers will be available for sale to congratulate the skaters.
This year the club boasts nearly 30 skaters from in and around Nakusp. Trained by coach Sabrina Hinson, the skaters range in age and abilities, from those just learning to skate to those competing and testing in StarSkate. Registration for 2014/15 will open in September.
