Not sure if a rink would survive in Utah but started with the old stomp and flood method. Then I found this site and was introduced to using a liner. That will be for next year, already started plan. The stomp method made it so I could only have a small 15x 20 rink and it is a lot of work to maintain.

Welcome! Yeah, we're mostly a liner crowd, although Kevmac cut his teeth on the stomp method. Let us know what questions you have as you proceed, we'll be here to help!

Yes indeed, the first several years of my rink were of the packed snow variety. A lot of work and a lot of nights spent up until 3AM or 4AM when it was cold enough to make ice. To this day, I still catch myself wanting to flood when it's -20'C just to build up a significant base so that it will last longer into the season.

Best suggestion for the packed snow rinks out there: patience. That and when you are making your base, shape and soak your snow banks to make a nice bowl that will hold your water and allow it to freeze.

Let me know if you have any other questions.