Gravenhurst Curling Club launches online auction for 125th anniversary

The Gravenhurst Curling Club has launched an online auction of local experiences that runs until April 2 to raise funds for upkeep of its facility and to expand curling and pickleball programming.

The Gravenhurst Curling Club has launched an online auction of local experiences as part of its 125th anniversary fundraising campaign. The 2026 GCC Experience Muskoka and Beyond Auction is live at www.32auctions.com/gccexploreauction and runs until April 2 at 8 p.m. This year's event emphasizes experiences rather than physical items, with many offerings hosted by club members and community supporters. Proceeds are reported to support upkeep of the club's six-sheet facility and to expand curling and pickleball programming for people of different ages. Auction details: - Auction name and link: 2026 GCC Experience Muskoka and Beyond Auction at www.32auctions.com/gccexploreauction. - Closing time: the auction runs until April 2 at 8 p.m. - Types of experiences: kayaking excursions, lake cruises, golf and pickleball lessons, private concerts, cooking and baking classes, cottage getaways, pet care services and social gatherings. - Use of funds: reported to support maintenance of the six-sheet facility and programming for curlers, pickleball players, youth programs and Special Olympics participants. - Donations and contact: the club is accepting additional experience donations until March 28 and can be reached by email at gcffundraising@gmail.com or by phone at 519-564-9983. - About the club: a community-run, not-for-profit organization serving more than 350 members and noted as the largest adult 55-plus sports and recreation centre in the Town of Gravenhurst. Summary: Funds raised through the auction are intended to help maintain the club facility and to support programming for curling and pickleball. The auction remains open until April 2 at 8 p.m., and additional experience donations are accepted through March 28.