2012 Polar Plunge
The official party of winter.
*Polar Plunge is a registered trademark of Special Olympics
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Did you know a group of polar bears is called a celebration?
How appropriate for the official party of winter! We are breaking the ice in 13 frozen bodies of water across our great state. The Polar Plunge offers a chance for you to come out of hibernation, grab some friends and take a dip in frigid winter waters. Who doesn't want to do that?
We are all about good times.
The freezing temperatures might not sound attractive, but a huge event full of music, crazy costumes and loads of laughter can get anyone in the mood for a cool dip. To let you in on a little secret, you are only in the water for a few minutes, but you have a lifetime to brag about your bravery!
I feel the love.
We offer 13 different locations for you to choose from. Find the nearest location below and begin the registration process. It is simple and safe and gives you the tools to email friends and family who can easily take you over your fundraising goals.
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Tell me more about this good cause.
All the money raised at the 2012 Polar Plunge supports local Special Olympics athletes. Sure, we’re all about year-round sports training and competition, that’s our mission. But the words of parent Julie Bernhardt show our program offers even more: “As a mother, I want my kids to know it's okay to be who they are. I want them to know that everyone is different, everyone has challenges but that's a good thing. Special Olympics has helped me to instill that in them." That’s what you are doing - helping us use sports to foster inclusion and acceptance. Spend some time with our athletes to see it for yourself.
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