For many in Minnesota, winter can't end soon enough. The season drags on with dirty snow and wind-chilled, gray days. The only hope of survival is dreaming of warmer climates and the sight of the first robin. Yet another breed in the Land of 10,000 Lakes embraces a winter culture that is foreign to the cabin fever sufferers. Winter enthusiasts gather on snow and the massive sheets of ice to fish, ride, race and revel in the sting of winter.

It has been business as usual for Minnesotans this week, leading up to Super Bowl LII. Even when temperatures dip below zero and the winds kick up out of the northwest, Minnesotans always find some wintry fun around the Twin Cities.

Looking to do some ice fishing in an heated ice shanty? No problem.

In the mood for some tubing, sliding or sledding? Minnesotans have you covered.

Want to hit the slopes for some downhill skiing or the trails for cross-country skiing? You can do that, too.

Using an iPhoneX and Live Photos we take a closer look at what the locals and football fans from around the country have been doing this week to pass the time before the biggest game of the NFL season.