COME TAKE
the PLUNGE

Special Olympics PLUNGE 2019
SATURDAY
March 2nd at Big Bear
Lake
Get
ready to be freezin’ for a reason and show
how brave you are while raising funds for Special Olympics. Participate in
Special Olympics Southern California’s annual Big Bear Polar Plunge™ benefiting
Inland Empire athletes on Saturday, March 2, at Veterans Park on the shores of
Big Bear Lake.
The
Polar Plunge is a unique opportunity for individuals, organizations, and anyone
to support persons with intellectual disabilities by running, walking or
dancing into the chilly waters at Big Bear Lake.
Each
Plunger will receive a long sleeve shirt, a BBQ lunch and two-for-one ski
passes with a minimum of $50 raised. Additional incentives are available for
those who raise more. Are you “Too Chicken to Plunge?” You can still register
as a chicken, raise $50, but stay DRY in the "Chicken Coop" while
your friends go take the plunge.
A
big part to the annual Polar Plunge is fundraising efforts to impact the SOSC
athletes in Inland Empire. Once you have registered for the Polar Plunge, you
can do more by taking part in the event's fundraising competition, as an
individual or in a group. The more money you raise, the more chances you have
to earn cool incentives. To help you reach your goal, we have created resources
and tips. Whether you solicit donations online or in person, we have materials
to support you. They can be found at SOSC.org/BigBearPlunge
“Taking
the Plunge is a unique way for individuals, groups, and corporations to support
our athletes,” said Bill Shumard, President & CEO of Special Olympics
Southern California. “Our ocean and lakes have frigid winter waters so brave
souls can cross this off their bucket list and raise money for Special Olympics
at the same time.”
Plungers
are encouraged to create their favorite costume, whether they come alone or
plunge with friends. Registration is now open at SOSC.org/BigBearPlunge
The
Big Bear Plunge takes place at Veterans Park at Big Bear Lake. On-site
registration opens at 10 a.m. with opening ceremony to the Plunge beginning at
11:45 a.m. The Family Fun Area, which includes law enforcement and fire
department displays, a rock wall (dependent on weather), a silent auction and
raffle, and much more, is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Come
a day early and join all Plungers at Wolf Creek Resort in Big Bear Lake on
Friday, March 1 for the Polar Plunge PreParty. Come to register early as you’ll
jam to music to get you ready for the plunge!. The event is from 6 to 9
p.m.
Plunge
and stay the weekend! View our lodging partners for more information or to book
your discounted lodging package today: https://www.bigbear.com/things-to-do/special-events/2019-polar-plunge/!
Please note: restrictions may apply, package rates and conditions vary per
lodging partner
Special
thanks go out to the Law Enforcement Torch Run®, Special Olympics largest
grassroots fundraising program, for hosting the Polar Plunge. Officers
representing a variety of law enforcement agencies throughout Southern
California raised $1.5 million in 2017 through Tip-A-Cop dinners, Plane Pulls,
5K/10K runs, raffles, car shows, bike rides, Polar Plunges, Adopt-a-Cop
programs, golf tournaments and other special events.
For
more information or to register, visit SOSC.org/BigBearPlunge or contact Abbey
Leffler at aleffler@sosc.org or call 951.703.6502.
Special
Olympics Southern California enriches the lives of more than 37,100
athletes with intellectual disabilities and their communities through sports,
leadership, and health programs. Founded in 1969 by Olympic decathlon gold
medalist Rafer Johnson, Special Olympics Southern California provides free
year-round sports training and competitions to children and adults with
intellectual disabilities. Participation develops improved physical fitness and
motor skills and greater selfconfidence. Special Olympics has become the
world’s largest movement dedicated to promoting respect, acceptance, inclusion,
and human dignity for people with intellectual disabilities. Using sports as
the catalyst and programming around health and education, Special Olympics is
fighting inactivity, injustice and intolerance. As a result, people with
intellectual disabilities become accepted and valued members of their
communities, which leads to a more respectful and inclusive society for all.
Special Olympics Southern California has earned a 4-star ranking from Charity
Navigator for exceeding industry standards. This ranking is the highest Charity
Navigator offers to an organization and is given because Special Olympics has
demonstrated strong financial health and a commitment to accountability and
transparency. Learn how you can get involved at www.sosc.org. #WeAreSOSC
VISIT this website at: http://www.bigbearlake.net/events/