Workers insulate ice maze for rainy weather [Video]

EAGAN, Minn. — Warmer temperatures and rain aren’t exactly ideal for ice-making ahead of local winter events happening this weekend.

The Minnesota Ice Festival maze is currently undergoing construction in Eagan at TCO Stadium, so for now, they will insulate the work that is already done. 

Arthur Morrissey, a public relations strategist with the Minnesota Ice Festival, says if your hopes of visiting the Ice Maze at TCO Stadium is melting away, don’t fear.  

“We’re going to be ready to go, absolutely, with all these steps that we’ve taken,” said Morrissey. 

When warm weather forced the cancellation of the Ice Festival last year, Morrissey said they’re more prepared than ever this year with increased insulation investments.

Morrissey says there are three key steps the team takes, including the use of a UV-, water-resistant tarp; repositioning of …