Registration, fundraising underway for March 17 Special Olympics Lake Tahoe Polar Plunge
UPDATE: The Polar Plunge has been postponed and moved to Sunday, March 18 instead of St. Patrick's Day, Saturday, March 17, because of inclement weather.
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The Special Olympics of Northern California and Nevada is currently holding a fundraiser for children and adults with disabilities that will culminate in the Polar Plunge on Saturday, March 17, at Zephyr Cove at south shore Lake Tahoe in Douglas County.
The plunge is not a swim, but instead challenges willing participants to take a splash into the icy cold waters of Lake Tahoe.
Participants raise a minimum of $125 per person in sponsorship of their team and for those that aren’t looking for the jolt to their system provided by the frigid Tahoe waters can register as a “chicken” to enjoy the festivities while staying high and dry.
After the plunge, participants are invited to the Post-Splash Bash featuring a complimentary hot buffet lunch, no-host bar and other treats to warm up with after the dip. Festivities will include a DJ, awards, incentives and more. Guest lunch tickets are $26 and must be purchased in advance. Costumes are strongly encouraged.
Schedule of Events:
10:00 a.m. — Registration Opens & pre-Plunge games begin; VIP tent opens for those raising $1,000 or more
11:30 a.m. — Costume contest
12:00 Noon — Polar Plunge
12:30 p.m. — Post-Splash Bash at MontBleu
This event benefits more than 24,000 children and adults with intellectual disabilities to succeed in life through sports. Special Olympics Northern California & Nevada provides free, year-round training and competitions, schools programs and critical health resources while working to create a more inclusive world for people of all abilities.
To register yourself, a team, or for donations and guest lunch tickets click here.
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