Winter disc golf in Canada

Snow play and finding discs

When a Tournament Director announces night or snow play, the PDGA Official Rules, 813.01 D say:

"When night or snow play has been announced by the Tournament Director, players are allowed to add a material or device to assist in finding the disc."

EDGA's Winter League allows ribbons for finding discs because the league is declared snow play, citing the same rule (edga.ca/winter-league). For casual rounds, ribbons are a common practical choice — check each course's local expectations. Other 813.01 clauses still apply in sanctioned play.

Bright or coloured discs

In snow, bright opaque colours are easier to spot than dark translucent discs. Glow discs can help in low light. They don't replace a ribbon when snow play allows one.

Gear for cold

• Layers you can move in; a waterproof shell if snow is wet.
• Footwear with tread; ice can hide under snow.
• Thin gloves you can throw in, plus a warmer pair between shots.
• A towel for wet discs; a spare battery for your phone in the cold.
• Water and a snack — rounds take longer in winter.

See the day kit. Safety: cold, ice and early darkness can be dangerous. Dress for the weather, play with someone or tell someone where you are, and turn back if conditions feel unsafe. This is general outdoor advice, not medical advice.

Winter leagues

EDGA Winter League: Check edga.ca/winter-league for 2026–27 dates. Past seasons have run on Saturdays at Rundle and Hermitage, with ribbons allowed under snow play (PDGA rule 813.01 D). Confirm details and fees on EDGA before you register.

Membership and other league fees: EDGA FAQs.

Elsewhere in Canada: check club calendars via our Alberta courses and clubs page, Disc Golf Scene and PDGA event search.

Courses "open" on paper

A course listed as permanent on PDGA doesn't mean cleared tees in January. EDGA lists The Hills as open year-round with no fees (edga.ca/the-hills-2). Always check city and park notices and ice conditions.

Winter is a good time to catch next-day coverage between storms — see where to watch pro disc golf.