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Ocean Lakes 18th Annual Polar Bear Plunge

*December 31st at the Observation Deck
(Sign up in advance at the Recreation Office by Noon.)

Polar Bear Plunge teen Our winter Ocean Lakes Tradition! Can you believe more than 600 guests participate in this event!

“We’re freezin’ for a reason” this year! The Plunge takes place Dec. 31 at 3 PM – what a way to end the year! Join this exclusive club by taking a dip in the Atlantic. It all began with three brave souls. The numbers increase annually as brave (crazy) guests take the plunge. From young to old, they always have a great time!

Participants are asked to bring two non-perishable canned items to help our friends at South Strand Helping Hand, which provides support and resources to the needy in our community. In addition to the 2 cans of food, there is a $6 yearly membership fee that includes entry into the Polar Bear Plunge, a T-shirt naming participants a “Polar Bear,” and bragging rights.

Pre-Plunge party kicks off at 1:30 p.m. on the beach by the Observation Deck. Get pumped up with music by DJ Banana Jack (of Starfish Radio) and snap a photo with our polar bear mascot. Our Oceanfront Snack Shak will open at 1:30 p.m. selling warm beverages. Polar Bears staying warm

**Open only to guests staying at Ocean Lakes**

REGISTER | Swing by the Ocean Lakes Recreation Center – bring $6 and two cans of food. Registration begins Friday, Nov. 24. YOU MUST REGISTER IN PERSON and bring your food donation and registration fee. You must register by NOON Dec. 31.

TIP | Check the expiration date on the cans! It really helps the food bank volunteers.
REMEMBER | To be an official “Polar Bear” and earn the T-shirt, you MUST go all the way under the water and your hair must get wet – not just damp but soaking wet!
Polar Crowd with cameras