What is ice-blocking?
To me, it appears to be a sad excuse for a sledding experience, only it's done in the summer. Take a block of ice, find a hill, and commence. Here's a pretty accurate example:
Prior to this conversation, I didn't even know one could actually purchase a big block of ice aside from maybe an ice sculptor who I just assumed bought their supply online or something. I'd honestly never thought to look into it before, but apparently they're available at any regular convenience store. I guess I missed that section? I know they sold bags of ice, but I swear I've never seen it come in large blocks.
Just as I was contemplating giving this experience a try, I found out the activity is now banned. I guess the authorities didn't think careening downhill on a slippery, rapidly-melting mode of transportation was the safest idea for kids. Either way, I think I'd rather go sledding.
I think this might be a west coast thing. I first encountered it at BYU and the definitely have snow in Utah. I never tried it, but people swear it's fun. I think it leaves giant ruts in the grass though which may be why it was banned.
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