PHILADELPHIA — Philly winters have been streaky in recent years, but homeowners and hockey enthusiasts are making the most of the recent deep freeze to build backyard ice skating rinks.

They've converted their backyard into an ice skating rink, and it's now in its 10th year running. "I originally started 10 years ago. I had one of those blow-up pools," said David Bara ...

Two sites in Schuylkill County will soon be offering free outdoor ... while the ice lasts,” he said. Black Rock Brewpub, 325 S. Centre St., hopes to have its manmade skating rink in its outdoor ...

If the temperature stays consistently cold, it'll be a good winter for those who love to visit outdoor ice-skating rinks. Many outdoor rinks are preparing to open or have already opened in ...

Whether indoor or outdoor, plenty of ice rinks can be found throughout the state, many of which offer lessons, food and special events in addition to ice skating. This outdoor ice rink is located ...

The former hockey player runs a backyard ice rink Facebook group with Bara. He said people have been seeking new ways to explore the outdoors, and with more DIY tips and resources readily ...