KELSEYVILLE >> Special Olympics Northern California (SONC) is encouraging residents to “Feel the Thrill of the Chill” and take an icy dive for charity at the Lake County Polar Plunge, beginning at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 24, at Lakeside County Park.
The Polar Plunge is a national movement to raise funds and awareness for Special Olympics and its athletes. Plungers are asked to raise a minimum of $125 each to participate and take the chilly dive in support of children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Registration includes a Polar Plunge long-sleeve shirt and festivities such as contests, games, refreshments, and awards for top fundraisers and best costumes. Supporters not up to the plunge itself may also raise money as a “chicken” and receive the shirt but stay nice and dry. Additional fundraising is encouraged and will be rewarded with exclusive incentives.
Registration and more information for the Lake County Polar Plunge is available at www.ipolarplunge.com.
All proceeds benefit SONC to continue to showcase the capabilities and achievements of individuals with intellectual disabilities. Along with providing free, year-round sports and competition programs for more than 20,000 athletes, SONC encourages education through Unified Sports and the Schools Partnership Program; and is committed to improving the health and well-being of athletes through a variety of screenings and programs.
