Torch It?

[JakePhelps]

Could you use a bernz-o-matic propane torch to dethaw the ground above the target so you can dig it?

 

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[AzSports]

Patience is better. March is just a few months away!

You may have better luck with hot water, dig, water, dig...but I havent tried it.