Mr. Hockey honoured with Fitness Park in Waskesiu
While he was growing up, Gordie “Mr. Hockey” Howe spent his summers working and golfing at the Waskesiu Golf Course; it was here he met Prince Albert’s own Johnny Bower.
When he wasn’t working or hitting the course, Howe would spend time at the lake swimming and fishing.
Years later, the Waskesiu Foundation honoured the time Howe spent there by unveiling new fitness park bearing his name. Howe was also honoured at various events through the day on Aug. 5.
“Gordie cherished Waskesiu throughout his life, often calling it his ‘favourite place on Earth,’” the plaque explaining the fitness park read.