Green Bay Polar Plunge
The Watering Hole, 2107 Velp Ave.,
Green Bay
Date: Saturday, February 28, 2009
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
Plunging: Noon - 1:30 p.m. in quarry swimming hole
(approx. five feet deep)
Day of registration: 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. at Watering Hole Lower Level
Photos
After the Plunge, click here to visit IPI Wisconsin to see Plunge Photos.
Want to skip the long lines and raise more money?
Register online at SpecialOlympicsWisconsin.org. Create your own web page, upload a team picture and spread the word that you will be Freezin’ for a Reason!
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.
Post Plunge Party
Jimmy the Hog & The Lonely Bones Band” has cancelled their showing for the Polar Plunge due to a family illness. Please keep them in your thoughts
Polar Plunge Contests
- Youngest & Oldest Plunger
- Best Team Theme/Costumes
- Most Money Raised: Male, Female
- Most Money Raised Online: Male, Female and Team
Safety tips
- Wear shoes
- Enjoy warm changing tents
- Bring towels
- Check goody bags for tickets & fun items
- No lap swims (divers are there to assist!)
Volunteers needed
Click here to download a volunteer registration form
New this year!
Too chicken to Plunge? No problem ... you can still
BE A FAN! Join your
team’s Fan Club – you can register as a chicken,
raise pledges, receive
incentives and cheer
your team on!
What to expect during the Green Bay Polar Plunge
Registration will take place from 9 - 11:30 a.m. on the lower level of 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 become part of your team’s Fan Club! Fans 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 privacy of our changing tents. Remember, the party takes place in an indoor volleyball court – fancy dress is not encouraged. Then, head over to the IPI Photography booth to purchase a photo of your team’s memorable day!
With food and drink, raffles and prizes, costumes and Plunging – the 2009 Green Bay Polar Plunge is guaranteed to be an event 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
2009 Plunge LInks
