Ice Boat will emerge as a 120-foot-long ice sculpture on the bed of a prehistoric ocean, visible even from space. As it gradually melts over a month, the boat will tilt with the arc of the sun, melting into a “sea” of water. This process will nurture the land, leaving a “footprint” of wildflowers that will flourish in seasons to come, symbolizing the enduring power of water beyond the immediate.

The project is rooted in extensive collaboration with the local communities, councils, and organizations. Designed with sustainability in mind, the materialization of Ice Boat involves partnership with land council, park rangers, architects, engineers, archaeologists, local governance and tradespeople.
 
The installation will be carbon-neutral, harnessing solar power, melt-water capture, and sustainable materials. Additionally, the project has created economic opportunities for regional communities, showcasing how art can promote local economy.

International accessibility is also central to Ice Boat, with the entire project streamed online, enabling global audiences to witness each phase from build to completion. This will be complemented with a time-lapse film will capture the melt.

Finally, the installation holds educational significance. Through its collaborative, interdisciplinary approach, Ice Boat has inspired new research directions and independent projects for participating artists and scientists. The project exemplifies the role of art in challenging contemporary audiences to confront issues of climate change, land sovereignty, and cultural exchange.

Ice Boat stands as a performative yet lasting testament to the urgency of these issues, bridging art, ecology, and cultural awareness in a transformative way.