Polar Bear Plunge

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Special Olympics Pennsylvania’s Polar Bear Plunge – held in conjunction with the PA Law Enforcement Torch Run – is a fundraising event in which individuals pledge $50 or more for the chance to run or jump into icy cold waters.

Due to the global pandemic, all 2021 Polar Bear Plunges across the state will take place during the month of February. Check your local plunge page for the date & location in your area! While the Plunge Season is going to look a bit different, we are excited to offer a variety of safe options in which to participate.

POP

Statewide Burrr-tual Polar Bear Pop

Burrr-tual Plungers are asked to pop a cold water balloon over their head or get someone to pop it for them. This will be an online virtual event open to all. #PAPolarPop

PLUNGE

In-Person Polar Bear Plunge

In-person Polar Plunges will only be held in select locations and enable a limited number of participants to plunge into bodies of water in a series of waves. Please check your local plunge registration page to see if this option is offered in your area. #PolarPlungePA

PLAY

Drive-Through Polar Bear Plunge

In-person Polar Plunges will enable a limited number of participants to drive to select locations and run through a firehose sprinkler. Please check your local plunge registration page to see if this option is offered in your area. This plunge may look different based on location.

Paws

Hibernating Bear

Don’t want to pop or plunge? Sleep in instead! Register as a hibernating bear to receive a shirt.

Proceeds raised go to help provide year round sports training and competition for thousands of athletes with intellectual disabilities. Your contribution and involvement helps athletes achieve their goals, live healthier lives, and have a sense of inclusion in the community.

*All reasonable efforts will be made to hold scheduled in-person plunges which assure the safety of all participants. However, Special Olympics Pennsylvania reserves the right to modify or cancel events as circumstances surrounding Covid-19 evolve.*

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