Things To Do
River Ridge Golf Course
Photographer: Ray Hawkins |
Located just north of Leader on Highway 21, River Ridge is one
of the finest golf courses in Southwest Saskatchewan - a picturesque,
natural
prairie
setting
overlooking
the South
Saskatchewan river hills.
This link styled course features wide watered fairways, lots
of sand traps and excellent grass greens. Eighteen tee boxes
and nine large greens make it a unique, friendly, but challenging
course.
Amenities include a licensed club with a covered deck overlooking
the river hills, and a pro shop that includes club and cart rentals. For
tee times or information, call (306) 628-3256.
Leader Swimming Pool
The Leader Swimming
Pool was built by the Leader Lions Club in the early 1960s,
and in the 1990s underwent some major upgrades. Construction
of a new swimming pool was completed in the summer of 2011.
Our seasonal outdoor
pool is heated and supervised. The Swimming Pool offers several
sets of Red Cross Swimming Lessons, Adult Swim, Teen Swim
and Lane Swim.
The Leader Swimming Pool is located
beside
the Leader Lions Park & Campground at 119 Main Street
East. For more information on swim times or lessons,
call the Recreation Office at (306) 628-3860 .
Leader Lions Park
Photographer: Brenda Flood
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The Leader Lions Park is sheltered by trees and shrubs and blanketed
with lush green grass. A state of the art playground structure
occupies one end of the park while the other end is perfect for
an evening football game or a family picnic.
Lions Park is maintained by the Town
of Leader and is located on Main Street East.
Its neighbours include the Leader Lions Swimming Pool & Campground.
For information, call the Recreation Office at (306) 628-3860.
Leader Ball Park
Photographer: Cindy Heck |
Leader Expos, Leader’s Senior Baseball team, host all
of their home games at the Leader Ball Park. The Leader Minor
Ball Club also calls this ball park home and consists of teams
for all ages.
The Leader Ball Park boasts four ball diamonds, grandstands,
a concession, beer gardens, and serviced camp sites for visiting
teams.
The Leader Ball Park is located on the northwest side of Leader
along the North Road Allowance. For bookings, call the Recreation
Office at (306) 628-3860.
Leader Arena
Photographer: Pam Busby |
Leader’s senior hockey team, the Leader Flyers, the Leader
Minor Hockey Club and the Leader Skating Club all call the Leader
Arena home.
The Arena boasts artificial ice, a large seating area and concession
booth, and provides family-oriented fun at a low rate.
The Leader Arena is operated by the Leader & District Recreation
Board. You'll find it right next to the Curling Rink at 340 -
4th Avenue West, Telephone: (306) 628-3860.
Leader Curling Rink
Photographer: Pam Busby |
The Leader Curling Rink consists of 3 sheets of artificial ice,
a lounge and concession booth. Dressing Rooms and a new entry
way were added in the fall of 1999.
The Curling Club offers a Mixed Curling League which provides
affordable fun for all ages & skill levels. The Curling Club
is also host to numerous fun-filled Bonspiels throughout the
winter months.
The Leader Curling Rink is located at 330 - 4th Avenue West,
Telephone: (306) 628-3860.
Leader Community Centre
Photographer: Pam Busby |
The Leader Community Centre is operated by the Leader & District
Recreation Board and hosts many weddings, dances and other social
events
The Community Centre was built in 1983. We are very proud of
this modern facility and credit the surrounding area with keeping
it a busy place year round.
Visit the Centre at 402 - 1st Avenue West. For bookings or general
information, call the Recreation Office at (306) 628-3860.
Leader Friendship Centre
Photographer: Pam Busby |
The Leader Friendship Centre is a social gathering place for
retired citizens of Leader and the surrounding area.
The Leader Friendship Centre hosts an exercise class every Tuesday
and Thursday and any night of the week you can find a partner
for cards, bingo, pool and shuffle board.
Visit the Leader Friendship Centre at 135 - 1st Street West,
or call (306) 628-3366.
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