Temperatures need to remain around zero to -10 Farenheit for a week or so to produce enough ice to skate on. Ideally, the crew needs three or four inches of frozen ground to start making ice. The goal is to establish a six-inch base, which will help rinks survive most warm snaps without closing down. Golden Valley crews try to get ice conditions ready by mid-December so skating can begin before winter school break. New Year's Eve Skating Special Scheid Park remains open until 10 pm for families to enjoy winter fun activities on New Year's Eve.
Hot chocolate is provided.
Maintenance Rinks are cleaned and resurfaced Monday through Friday and cleaned on Saturday mornings, depending on weather conditions. Double bladed shovels are available at each shelter building and may be checked out with the building attendant. During extreme cold or warm weather, rinks and shelter buildings may be closed. Under these conditions, please check to see if the rink is closed before dropping your children off.