WHL Kamloops Blazers

Home Depot Backyard Rink Contest Launched

Published on November 28, 2006 under Western Hockey League (WHL)
Kamloops Blazers News Release


KAMLOOPS BLAZER fans who are planning to build their own backyard rink have added incentive this winter. The KAMLOOPS BLAZERS and your local The Home Depot are teaming up to offer outdoor rink makers the chance to face off against members of your KAMLOOPS BLAZERS in what will undoubtedly be the biggest game on the block this season - and it all takes place right in your own backyard!

To enter The Home Depot Backyard Rink Contest, simply fill out a ballot at your local The Home Depot or KAMLOOPS BLAZERS OFFICE. The contest opens NOVEMBER 27TH, 2006 and closes JANUARY 29TH, 2007. The winner will be announced at the JANUARY 30TH, 2007 game vs Prince Albert.

So pull out your jerseys and tape up your sticks because you never know who might be stopping by for a game of shinny this season.

To ensure you make the most of your home ice advantage, visit your local The Home Depot store for tips on how to build an outdoor rink.

Tips on How to Build Your Backyard Rink

Tip #1 - Sweep the ice around the perimeter of your rink with a corn broom to prevent a ridge from building up

Tip #2 - When using a tarp under your ice surface, it should be approximately 2' longer and 2' wider than the actual size of your rink

Tip #3 - Fill the cracks in the ice with snow instead of water. This prevents the water from seeping through the cracks and thawing the surface beneath, creating shell ice.

About The Home Depot

Founded in 1978, The Home Depot is the world's largest home improvement specialty retailer with fiscal 2004 sales of $73.1 billion. The company has 1965 stores, including 126 stores across Canada and employs approximately 325,000 associates, including over 26,000 Canadians.

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