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  The Tanana Valley Fairgrounds in Fairbanks will present the World Ice Art Championships this February until the end of March. Among the competitions are : Multi Blocks Double Blocks Single Blocks Collegiate  Snow - a family event Youth Classic Volunteering at Ice Alaska is is a fun way to meet the international community of artists. Check out  the  Ice Alaska  website for full details on the opportunities available.  By Melody Schubert Plan Your Trip: The   World Ice Art Championships  is held in February through March at the  Tanana Valley State Fairgrounds . See the  Ice Alaska  website for current news, events, and schedules.  The beauty of Alaska is wild and wonderful, and for regional adventures, food, entertainment and more to do, go to the  Travel Alaska  website.  Photo Credits: Ice Alaska / Travel Alaska

  Fairbanks is the Ice Capital of the World , and where the World Ice Art Championships has been hosted since its inception in 1988. We're excited to see the works of artists from around the world, who will share their talents at the upcoming  international ice sculpture competition sponsored by the non-profit organization, Ice Alaska.  Thanks to Lee Ellen King for the highlights of the competition and exceptional artists, which you can read via Ice Alaska here .  Congratulations to all the Single Block artists. Your sculptures are truly amazing objects d’ art. It is always such a pleasure to witness the dedication and talent you all possess and share with us. Congratulations to the first, second and third place winners: Daniel Bergin, first place “Musical Escape”. (I have to admit, this was my favorite sculpture. The fluidity and grace are breathtaking), Dan Helmstatder, second place “Cold Chameleon (adore the fly) and Steve Dean, third place “Flight Risk”, said Le...