We are looking forward to having another successful season with the kids at the Outdoor rink in Carp
- Our program is co-ed, recreational, non contact and non competitive.
- Fees are much less than organized, indoor hockey.
- Our season depends totally on Mother Nature. For this season we expect to begin practices around January 5 2026, continuing through late February-early March.
- For all skill levels, including beginners to skating and hockey.
Carp teams participate in the West Carleton Outdoor Hockey League. Home games are played in Carp, while away games rotate among the neighbouring communities that register teams such as Fitzroy Harbour and Constance Bay.
Games are typically played Saturday mornings, while practices take place once weekly, during the evenings, based on coaches preferred evenings (hint hint: if you offer to coach your child you may be able to choose the practice night).
In addition the league is proposing to add Sunday morning games in January when ice conditions are typically good.
Note: A parent or suitable guardian is required to stay at the rink during practices and games unless arrangements have been made with the respective coach.
Teams are comprised of co-ed age groupings and will depend on registrations received. Usually the groupings are 5-7 yrs, 8-9 yrs, 10-12 yrs, and 13-15 yrs. Age is determined by birth year.
- Full
equipment is required:
(helmet and cage, shoulder pads, elbow pads, hockey gloves, “jock or jill” strap, neck guards, knee pads, hockey pants) - Mouth guards are optional.
- Carp hockey jerseys and socks will be issued for use during the season.
2026 Outdoor Hockey Fees
- Outdoor hockey fees are $70 per player for 2026.
If you have a child who is interested in fulfilling their volunteering hours and would be interested in refereeing, please reach out to the convenor ([email protected]).
Our program is run by volunteers and we welcome moms or dads, aunts, uncles, siblings and grandparents who want to assist with coaching/managing their child’s team.
For any additional inquiries, please email our Hockey Convenor: [email protected]
Rowan’s Law
An Ontario law called Rowan’s Law has come into effect for sports organizations. This law outlines certain requirements of the organizers, participants, and parents of participants regarding the awareness of concussions, procedures to be taken if a concussion is suspected, and how to return a player to a sport following a suspected concussion. In the following registration process, you will be asked to confirm you have read our policy statement, and that you have reviewed at least one of the resources offered by the Province of Ontario regarding concussions. The resources are offered in the form of booklets, videos, and an interactive learning guide. The booklets and videos are tailored to certain age groups. Concussions are serious brain injuries, so we ask all participants and parents to review the documents presented with care.
Coaches and Team Trainers
Coaches and Team trainers do not “register” like a participant does, however they do have to certify that they have reviewed and agree with the requirements to comply with Rowan’s Law. If you are a coach or team trainer, please click on the link below.