Ice Arena

The Wex is home to the county’s only indoor ice arena. On any given fall, winter or spring day, you can take in a hockey game, come skating, play drop-in hockey, or have a birthday party on the ice.

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Please take a moment to review the Locker Room Policy.  We would greatly appreciate if everyone could re-familiarize themselves with these rules.  We are trying to keep costs down, and one way we are doing this is by trying to reduce the damage and vandalism that sometimes happens in the locker rooms and hallway.  These rules are taken directly from the sign that is posted outside the locker room hallway.  They are not new.  We are simply trying to remind our wonderful ice users of these policies.

Men’s Hockey B-League, Fall 2011:

Teams are now forming and registrations forms are now being accepted for the 2011-2012 Men’s Hockey B-League.  The draft skate will be Thursday, October 6th at 8:00 p.m. and the first game is scheduled for Wednesday, October 19th.  The games format will be very similar to last year in that games will be played on Wednesdays and Sundays.  Click here to access the B- League Registration Form.

Men’s Hockey A-League, Fall 2011:

Teams are also now forming for the Men’s A-Leaguel.  Click here to access the A-League Registration Form.   For more information on the Cadillac Men’s Hockey A-League, including standings, schedules, and more, please visit their facebook page at:  http://www.facebook.com/pages/Cadillac-MI/Cadillac-Hockey-League/167808562216?v=wall

Women’s Hockey League, Fall 2011:

Yes, we even have a league for the lovely ladies of the Cadillac area.  Games are played on Sundays at 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.   If you would like to join these courageous, gutsy gals or would just like more information, please contact Tina at 231-779-5450.

Cadillac High School Hockey Team:

Congratulations once again to the Cadillac High School Hockey team on great 2010-2011 season!  The guys are gearing up for this season and can’t wait to hit the ice for what is sure to be a spectacular, exciting 2011-2012 hockey season.   The first home game will be December 7, 2011 against Grand Haven at 7:00 p.m.   These young men are amazing–both on and off the rink.  You’ll never meet a more polite and well-mannered group of kids, but look out!…They turn into hockey tigers as soon as those skates hit the ice.  If you take their natural talent and ability and pair it up with the guidance and leadership of Coach Scott Graham, these kids are bound to do great things.

New this year!  The High School Locker room has undergone some changes.  Thanks to a lot of hard work, donations, sponsorships and perseverance, the High School locker room now has its own showers.  We would like to thank the following:

• Randy Williams Construction
• Dean Dekryger at D&K design (thank you for the drawings)
• Pro Build
• Nixon Carpet
• Home Depot
• Tractor Supply Company of Cadillac
• Joe Conerly, for presenting the idea in the first place

CAHA (Cadillac Area Hockey Association):

We are very proud have the kids of CAHA call The Wex home.  Kids from ages 4 on up join in the fun and competition that hockey is all about.  For more information about CAHA please take a look at their web site:  Click here to view CAHA web site.

Open Skate:*

Do you like to skate?  Are you looking for something “cool” to do on the weekends?  How about Ice Skating?  It’s fun.  It’s exercise.  It’s awesome.  Bring the kids and come on in for some fun on the ice.  Every Saturday and Sunday The Wex offers Open/Public  Skating to anyone in the community.   So how about it?  Come on out and lace up the skates for a “Cool” time.

Open Skate times are always Saturdays & Sundays from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.   The cost is $5.00 per person plus $2.00 for skate rental.  Please Note:  On occasion, it is necessary to cancel open skate times due to hockey tournament conflicts; please feel free to call in advance to be sure the open skate activity you wish to attend will be happening.  We now have punch cards for open skate, sticks & pucks and drop-in:  after 10 punches the 11th one is free!  Don’t forget to get yours next time you come in.

Sticks & Pucks:*

“Sticks & Pucks” is a time for you to hit the ice and hone your skills.   These sessions are always on Tuesdays from Noon – 2:00 p.m. and are $5.00 per person.    We now have punch cards for open skate, sticks & pucks and drop-in:  after 10 punches the 11th one is free!  Don’t forget to get yours next time you come in.

Adult Drop-in Hockey:*

Our first Adult Co-ed Drop-in Hockey will be Friday, September 30th from 10:00 a.m. to Noon.  Adult Co-ed Drop-in Hockey is normally, Fridays, 10:00  a.m. – Noon.  The cost is $5.00 per person (goalies, free). We now have punch cards for open skate, sticks & pucks and drop-in:  after 10 punches the 11th one is free!  Don’t forget to get yours next time you come in.

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*All Open Skate, Sticks & Pucks, and Drop-in sessions are subject to be cancelled if there is a High School Hockey game or tournament scheduled for the same time.  It is recommended that you call before arriving to verify that your desired event is still planned as usual.  Also, you will be asked to sign a release/liability waiver before participating in this event.  If the waiver is not signed, we will not be able to allow you on the ice.

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Learn-to-Skate Basic Skills Program

Thank you to all who participated in the Learn-to-Skate program.  We are unsure at this time if we will be  able to offer this again this Fall.

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Arena uses include:

* Learn to Skate/Private Figure Skating Lessons
* Learn to Play Hockey Clinics
* Group Outings/Birthday Parties
* Men’s and Women’s Hockey Leagues
* Drop-In Stick Handling/Drop-In Hockey
* Senior Skate
* Parent/Tot Skating
* Daily Public Skate
* Public School/Home School Skate
* Broomball
* Viking Hockey Games
* CAHA Hockey Games