Wymark: Hockey and Mennonite History

Get to know Wymark through several distinct aspects: a seasonal hockey program, historical Mennonite connections, and opportunities for outings at nearby Lac Pelletier Regional Park. This offers different options for your trip—from regular winter sports to history and outdoor activities.

Ice Hockey from November to March

The Wymark hockey program runs from November to March, with practice sessions held twice a week. While the natural ice at Wymark Rink is not yet ready—usually until January—practices take place at various ice rinks. The practice setting therefore depends on the time of the season. Program details may change from season to season; check the latest information if you want to plan your trip around practices.

The program welcomes children of all skill levels. For families with children interested in ice hockey, it offers a specific seasonal activity. If you are considering taking part, check the current registration information, as it may change.

Skating events are also held at Wymark Rink, which also hosts community meals. The activities mentioned therefore range from regular practices to events and shared meals. Dates may change if you are including these activities in your plans.

Activities at Nearby Lac Pelletier Regional Park

Lac Pelletier Regional Park is located near Wymark. Activities there include hiking and water skiing, as well as boating, fishing, sailing, and swimming. The options range from exploring on foot to a variety of water activities; which ones interest you can shape the kind of outing you choose.

The park also has a nine-hole golf course with grass greens. Golf offers a different focus from hiking or water-based activities. Outdoor offerings are seasonal and depend on conditions; details about the golf course may also change.

Mennonite History in Wymark

In 1962, the congregation in Wymark was once again named Emmaus Mennonite Church, retaining its original congregation name. General Conference Mennonite churches were also established in Wymark, as well as in Schoenfeld, Rheinland, and McMahon. In addition, Evangelical Mennonite Mission Conference churches were located in Wymark and Blumenhof. Both historical accounts mention Wymark, but refer to different conferences and other places.

These historical connections give the town’s history a distinct focus alongside its seasonal activities. They include both the congregation’s return to its former name and churches in several settlements. For travelers interested in Mennonite history, Wymark is therefore a place with a specific connection, complemented by the other locations mentioned.

Location and Choosing a Destination

Wymark is 20 km south of Swift Current and near Highway 4. Swift Current’s services and attractions are easily accessible from Wymark. When looking for a vacation rental, you can consider what you want to focus on during your trip: Wymark’s seasonal hockey program, activities at the nearby regional park, or the services and attractions of Swift Current, which are also within easy reach. This can help you choose a location based on your travel group’s interests without treating the different offerings as interchangeable.

Discover more destinations: Gull Lake, Swift Current, Lancer, Leader, Kyle, Burstall.

Return to the regional travel overview: Division No. 8.