The Wellman Skating Rink is re-opening on Saturday September 20^TH at 6:30 pm after extensive remodeling over the summer. Thanks in large part to a $42,750 grant from the Washington County Riverboat Foundation, the City of Wellman was able to add a Maple skate floor, a new bathroom addition that is ADA accessible, nearly 100 pairs of new skates, new carpeting, and update the interior of the facility.

The Wellman Skating Rink has been operating in the same facility for over 50 years. It was originally purchased and moved to Wellman from Columbus Junction in 1956. A non-profit organization managed the facility until the fall of 2004 when the organization was dissolved and the skating rink was donated to the City of Wellman. The City’s Park and Recreation Director manages the facility with the help of a large group of both adult and youth volunteers.

From September through May the rink is open for skating 2-3 times a week. The rink is also utilized for various high school and elementary gym classes, dances, cardio kick classes, and the City’s summer recreation program. Organizations and individuals also rent the facility for private skate parties.

This is a unique facility that offers a form of family recreation and exercise that cannot be found anywhere else in the immediate area. Because of this, on an average Saturday evening you will see 100-125 kids of all ages and from many surrounding communities enjoying the Wellman Skating Rink!