Schedule VolunteerToo Chicken? What to expect
Green Bay Polar Plunge
10th Anniversary - Dippin' for a Decade!
February 27, 2010
The Watering Hole, 2107 Velp Ave., Green Bay
Thank you
Thanks to the 719 Plungers who raised about $178,000 for Special Olympics during the 2010 Polar Plunge in Green Bay! Check back soon for Plunger totals.
Photos & Video
photo by IPI Wisconsin
Plunging: Noon
(in quarry swim hole, 5 ft deep)
Day of registration: 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. at the Watering Hole
Your team can skip long registration lines at the event and spend more time getting prepared to Plunge by attending the Pre-Registration event.You will also be able to choose when you want to Plunge!
Pre-Registration
Wednesday, February 24 from 4 - 9 p.m.
Champions Sports Bar & Grill, 1007 Tony Canadeo Run, Green Bay
(Behind Brett Favre’s Steakhouse near Lambeau Field)
Although you need not pre-register, we encourage it! Only one member of your team needs to attend the Pre-Registration event, but they MUST bring each team member’s:
- Registration Form (if team member is not registered online)
- Cash and Check Pledges – online pledge totals will be available at Pre-Registration
- Signed release of liability waiver. (Download a waiver. If you have team members under the age of 18, they must have parent/guardian sign this waiver.)
The team representative attending the Pre-Registration will pick up everyone’s incentive prizes and choose the team’s Plunge time.
IF YOUR TEAM CHOOSES NOT TO PRE-REGISTER, YOU MUST GO THROUGH THE REGISTRATION LINE THE DAY OF THE POLAR PLUNGE!
PARKING
Parking available at The Watering Hole, as well as across the street at The Rite View and AmericInn. Or, take the free shuttle bus from Rivers Bend Supper Club (Riverview Drive), Green Bay Community Church (Cardinal Lane) or St. John the Baptist School (Cardinal Lane.) Shuttle busses will run continuously from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Volunteers Needed!
Want to help out in other ways? Click here to view volunteer opportunities for the Green Bay Polar Plunge and download a volunteer application.
Post Plunge Party
Bring your friends immediately following the Plunge at the Watering Hole for contests, souvenirs, raffles, games, food and live music from Jimmy the Hog & the Lazy Bones Band from 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Inflatable Sumo Wrestling Game
After you brave the icy water, why not challenge your teammates to a friendly Sumo battle? $5/person 3 minutes or 3 knockdowns
(Participation in the Sumo Wrestling Game requires a signed release of liability waiver. Click here for waiver. (Anyone under 18 must have parent/guardian signature!)
Directions
Take Hwy 41 to Velp Ave. exit (near I-43 exit). Go west on Velp. The Watering Hole is on left across from AmericInn.
Photos
Purchase Plunge photos onsite from IPI Wisconsin - a percentage goes back to Special Olympics.
Check back after the Plunge for a link to your photos online.
Safety tips
- Wear shoes
- Bring towels
- No diving
2010 Polar Plunge Contests
- Youngest & Oldest Plunger
- Best Team Theme/Costumes
- Best Entry into Water
- Most Money Raised - Male, Female & Team
- Most Money Raised Online by a Team
Too chicken to Plunge?
No problem! Register online as a chicken, raise pledges, get your incentives, then WATCH your team plunge!
What to expect during the Green Bay Polar Plunge
Registration will take place from 9 - 11:30 a.m. at The Watering Hole. Be sure to arrive early to check out the awesome raffle items and Polar Plunge souvenirs! Most teams come to the event in their costumes – be sure to bring a towel and a change of clothes for the after-party!
Opening ceremonies will begin at 11:45, with Plunging starting at noon. The Plunge will take place in the old swimming quarry next to The Watering Hole. You must wear shoes to take the Polar Plunge. Each team will jump together into water that is approximately five feet deep! For your safety – absolutely NO DIVING! But get creative as you know our VIP judges are watching your entry!
Be sure to bring your friends and family along to watch you be Freezin’ for a Reason! Although we cannot allow spectators on the ice, there is plenty of room for everyone! Or, better yet, encourage them to register as Too Chicken to Plunge! Chickens can still collect pledges and earn incentives – plus, they get the best seat in the house when you take your Plunge!
After your team Plunges, run back inside and enjoy the Post-Plunge Party! Remember, the party takes place in an indoor volleyball court – fancy dress is not encouraged. Then, head over to the IPI Wisconsin booth to purchase a photo of your team’s memorable day!
With food and drink, raffles and prizes, costumes and Plunging – the 2010 Polar Plunge is guaranteed to be a day you will never forget!
Special Olympics is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
For more information contact
Kathy Walker
Phone: (920) 497-2422
E-mail: kwalker@specialolympicswisconsin.org
2140 Holmgren Way
Green Bay , WI 54304
2010 Plunge Links
2009 Results
Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2009 Green Bay Polar Plunge for Special Olympics. During this year's Plunge 486 participants raised over $129,000!
Photos
2009 Video
