The Polar Plunge is a fundraising event to benefit two local youth programs, the MYST Mentoring Program and the Yellow Couch Teen Center. We invite you to take the plunge into our icy pool of water on your own or create a team with family, friends or co-workers. The official Plunge uniform is only a swimsuit and water shoes (costumes are optional but encouraged and must be appropriate). Plungers must raise a minimum of $100 to be eligible to plunge. Not into plunging? You can also get involved by donating to a plunger. The plunge will be held on Saturday, January 28, at Alpine Village, 600 N. Third St. Registration will be from 11:30am – 2:30pm with the fun beginning at 3pm. 

Download a Plunge Packet for more information on this event.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

How can you participate?

You can be a sponsor, a plunger, a volunteer, or donate to a plunger.

Can anyone plunge?

Only those who raise at least $100 earn the privilege of taking the plunge. Plungers must be 14 years of age or older. Anyone under 18 years must have a waiver signed by their parent or guardian.

Where does the money go?

All funds raised stay in Valley County to support the MYST Mentoring Program, the Yellow Couch Teen Center, and the POTS Garden Project.

What if I don’t raise the minimum plunge requirement of $100?

If you are unable to reach your $100 pledge goal by January 28, you will need to bring what pledge money you do have on the event day and we will place you in a special category to help you meet the minimum plunge requirements…come prepared to jump.

Polar Plunge Goals?

Our goal is to raise money for and create an awareness of two youth programs in our community. Second, to have a great time and lots of fun. Third, to applaud people brave enough to plunge into an icy pool of water during the winter.

Isn’t this risky?

We want only people in good health to participate as Plungers. No one with heart disease may plunge. We have personnel in the water at all times and medical personnel and ambulances are present. The actual plunge is a jump into icy water only to chest deep and quickly returning back to dry land. Swimming is optional. Absolutely no diving and no wet suits are allowed. There are warming facilities and/or hot tub available.

Are Plungers crazy to do this?

It helps! But remember, our Plungers are doing this to benefit our local youth. If you’re not into winter water sports, then give generously when a plunger asks for your pledge and donation; and be sure to show up and cheer them on.

Can Plungers wear a wetsuit?

Gee, that question is asked a lot and the answer is absolutely not. It takes real men, women, and high school students (yes, we have great youth who raise money) to do this. The official Plunge uniform is only a swimsuit and water shoes (costumes optional but encouraged and must be appropriate).