Fluctuating winter temperatures so far this season have meant that ice on ponds and lakes has not frozen to a thick enough depth for safe skating. However, as an alternative,
North Dakota is experiencing above-average temperatures, and while many may be happy to see this shift in climate, the unexpectedly warm weather is impacting businesses and activities that rely on the normal-colder temps this time of year including the outdoor skating rinks run by Minot Parks and Recreation.
Several Hudson Valley outdoor ice rinks have opened for the season, with others putting the final preparations on their sites before they welcome skaters!
Several Hudson Valley outdoor ice rinks have opened for the season, with others putting the final preparations on their sites before they welcome skaters!