Have You Seen the Indiana Ice Tree That’s More Than 60 Years Old?

It will be a La Niña winter in North America this season, and that typically means colder and wetter weather. There's a family in Indiana who probably doesn't mind if it turned out to be a MUCH colder winter.

Indiana's Legendary Ice Tree

The Veal family of Indianapolis had a rather FORTUNATE accident way back in 1961. Take a look at that accident. It's the Veal Tree, which has been an iconic attraction in the Hoosier State for six decades.

Since the Veals can't depend on massive snowstorms on the regular--and, like the rest of us, are probably grateful for it--they utilize a framework and six hoses to "fuel" the formation. The massive man-made wonder has gotten as high as 85 feet. And because of the built-in unpredictability of how the water will freeze, the Veals never know what shape they'll get from one year to the next. They even throw in a little color from time to time.

The Many Sizes and Shapes of the Indiana Ice Tree

Sometimes the Veal Tree goes vertical, and sometimes it spreads out. How much fun is this thing, seriously?

How the Indiana Ice Tree Gets All That Ice

Keep in mind this isn't a tree that's on the Veals' property year round; it has to be constructed to get the amazing "sculptures" fans are accustomed to seeing. Check out what this all looks like BEFORE the water starts flowing:

The Veal Ice Tree is located in the Indy suburb of Acton, and until steady temperatures get to a point where the water will no longer stay frozen, you might want to take a drive and take a gander.

And pictures. Take lots of PICTURES, too.