Is it possible to obtain a set of sixteen curling stones for $210? The Minden Outers Club says “Yes we can”. Follow this link for detailed instructions on making your own curling stones for use up at the cabin, when you’re out ice fishing, or at the local hockey rink when the Mini Mites aren’t playing.

. . .and someone was there with a video camera.

From YouTube via jamesbatemangmail.

Friday (and sub-zero air) has arrived in the Twin Ports. Anything going on?

On Saturday the Duluth Curling Club hosts their annual Mixed Doubles Bonspiel. This one-day event features two-person teams battling it out in the increasingly popular mixed doubles format. You can see a video demonstration of mixed doubles at this link.

Did you hear about the big storm headed to Duluth? One foot of snow? Yikes! If you are stuck inside, and your broadband connection isn’t knocked out by the weather, why not spend the weekend watching curling from the Great White North? Access to CurlTV is free with your membership to the Duluth Curling Club, and this weekend they are broadcasting live games from the Canada Cup qualifiers in Ottawa, Ontario.

Oh yeah, if your broadband connection is knocked out by Old Man Winter, remember that the Duluth Curling Club has free WiFi.

And finally, in case you missed it the first time, a little light hearted fun: Here is the video of the Fab Four curling in the Swiss Alps from the movie Help! Have a great weekend!

An unorthodox delivery and challenging ice conditions at the alpine resort of Adelboden, Switzerland last year– but she hits and stays in play!

From YouTube via Beojim.

From YouTube:

Employees and clients of Northstar Capital curling on Mille Lacs Lake, courtesy of McQuoid’s Inn and Angler’s Paradise.