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 Our Area History
Wisconsin’s curling history dates back to the late 1850’s when Scottish immigrants came to this area and curled on the Black River after it was frozen. The first area clubs were at Decorah Prairie, McGilvary Bottoms and North Bend. They made curling stones out of wooden blocks/molten metal. In 1928, a group of men from these clubs got together and formed the Galesville Curling Club. In 1914, the LaCrosse Curling Club curled on the LaCrosse River. In the late 1920’s the Winona, MN Curling Club was formed. |
Centerville Curling Club's Roots
In 1947, Harry Murray, Ray Burt Sr. and Russell Hunter started a campaign to construct a new curling club with the help of seventeen other founders in the area. Many thought it could not be done. It was a fine 3-sheet rink, including a lunchroom and a warming room, which was used for observation. Eighty-seven men were members of this organization. Russell Hunter was President of the Club and Les Grover was the Secretary /Treasurer. The Centerville Curling Club was organized by selling shares of stock for $25.00.
In 1948, a 3 sheet quonset was built. Starting (men's) stockholder and non-stockholder dues were $8 and $10, respectively.
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The Junior Program
Each year there are about 125 junior curlers ranging from third graders to seniors. There are currently four classes to accomodate them. |
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Community
Donations of land and building materials that were given to the buildings over the years exemplify the character and dedication of its membership.
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Location
The heart of Wisconsin's original clubs -only thirty min. from La Crosse, WI and 20 min. from Winona, MN,- the Centerville Curling Club resides in an area that attracts curlers from as far as 90 miles away.
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