Rockland Ice Rink

There is no charge for public skating. Gary Higgins photo/The Patriot Ledger

The Rockland Ice Rink offers an hour of free public skating several days a week, usually around lunchtime. The schedule is subject to change, so check rocklandicerink.com often for dates and times.

But there is a catch.

You must bring your own skates because the rink won't lend you a pair.

The free public ice time, which is wedged between the skating lessons and hockey practices held at the rink, gives you a chance to try skating again, even if you haven't done it for years.

4 year old Logan Humfryes gets some one on one ice time with his dad, Bruce of Hanson. Gary Higgins photo/The Patriot Ledger

CHECK IT OUT:

The Rockland Ice Rink is at 599 Summer St., a short drive from Hanover, Hanson, Abington and downtown Rockland.

QUICK BITES:

On the way there, you can pick up lunch at one of the many restaurants along Route 139 in Rockland. Or bring a bag lunch to enjoy before or after your time on the ice.

RELAX:

After skating, play a game of pinball at the back corner of the rink. Or sit back and watch figure skaters and hockey players show off their skills as you massage your aching feet.

THE SKINNY

Ice skating doesn't have to be strictly a winter activity, and it shouldn't be just for kids and hockey players. Why should they have all the fun?

Cost: Free
Time: 60 minutes Lace them up