Madison Polar Plunge
Olin Turville Park, Madison
Date: February 16, 2008
Thank you to the 1800 polar plungers who helped raise $328,000 in the Madison Polar Plunge
Photos & Video
- Photos from IPI Photography
- Madison Plunge photo album (NEW added 2-21)
- Photos and Video from The Capital Times
- Photos from Channel 3000
- Plunge videos on YouTube
Donation Records
Plunging: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
UPDATED - Day of Plunge Registration: 10:15 a.m. through 3 p.m.
(or through the end of the Plunge)
If you don't sign up for a time during pre-registration, we recommend coming to the Plunge between 1 - 3 p.m.
Plunge Reminders
- Pre-registration is highly recommended to sign up for a time and not wait in line!
- Registered Online? Remember to bring a printout of your online pledges when you check in
- Minimum donation of $25 required to Plunge ($75 to get the sweatshirt)
- Alcohol is not allowed on premise; intoxicated individuals will be escorted out of event.
- Please wear shoes when Plunging!
- Purchase your Plunge pictures from IPI Event Photography onsite!
Pre-Registration Parties
Avoid long lines, turn in pledges, secure your plunge time, pick up incentive prizes & enjoy free snacks!
The Coliseum Bar
February 14 from 3 p.m. - 8 p.m.
February 15 from 3 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Parking & Shuttles
Available at Alliant Energy Center (pay at entrance), Coliseum Bar, or take free shuttle from the Memorial Union (runs aprox. every 20 min.). Shuttles will also run between Alliant Energy Center, Coliseum Bar & Olin-Turville Park.
Click here to download a map of the parking and shuttle area
Contest Categories
- Most Money Raised - Individual & Group
- Largest Group Plunge
- Most Original Plungewear - Individual & Group
- Famous Footwear "Cold Feet" Award
Volunteers needed
Download a volunteer registration form
For more information contact
John Weichelt
Phone: (608) 221-2900
E-mail: jweichelt@specialolympicswisconsin.org
5900 Monona Dr. Ste 403
Madison, WI 53716
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Are you on MySpace? Facebook?
Check out these online groups or start up your own community online to discuss the Polar Plunge and encourage friends to join your team or pledge to you.
- Polar Plunge 2008 Facebook Group
- Special Olympics Wisconsin on MySpace
- Message board on Special Olympics Wisconsin Web site
2008 Plunge Links
- Register online
- Search for a Plunger to pledge to
- Search for a team
- Update your Web page & view your online pledges