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by griffin » Tue Aug 21, 2007 1:57 pm
The lifespan of ice really depends on a lot of things. Your ability to keep the cooler out of the sun, how often you open it, how full it is, the quality of the cooler, ambient temperature, etc.
I would say on average, your ice will last 2 - 3 days, if it's a decent quality cooler, it's in the shade, off the ground, and you only open it when you need to. It's better to get into them while it's cool outside of course.
If possible, it's good to use two (or more) coolers so you can keep one sealed for later in the week. Just duct tape it shut, and don't touch it. If you shake it, and hear ice inside, your OK. If it feels like nothing but water, then you should open it and start over.
Block ice will last longer than cubed ice, but it's harder to pack.
Remember that the money you spend on ice goes to the local schools, and it's only $2 a bag. So, it may be best to just plan on re-stocking your ice every few days.
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