Hockey for Free program returns to Aspen Sunday

Free hockey. Sunday.

Ages 4 through 12 can try hockey for free on Sunday, courtesy of Aspen Junior Hockey.

The program is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. Sunday at the Lewis Ice Arena, which is located in the Aspen Recreation Center (ARC).

“As part of Aspen Junior Hockey Summer-Fest 2014, all boys and girls (ages 4-12) are invited to Lewis Ice Arena to participate in Try Hockey for Free on Sunday morning,” said Shaun Hathaway, director of Aspen Junior Hockey.

“Participants will be introduced to the basics of the sport in a fun, safe environment,” Hathaway said. “Aspen Junior Hockey provides all equipment (including skates, pads, helmet, and a stick).“

Pizza will be served at 11:30 a.m.

“We are always excited to introduce new families to our sport,” Hathaway said.

To register, visit aspenjuniorhockey.com.