Polar Plunge and After Splash Bash Set for Feb. 15 at Versailles State Park

Tuesday, December 24, 2024 at 10:10 AM

By Travis Thayer @eagle993

All proceeds support local Special Olympic athletes.

(Versailles, Ind.) – It is that time of the year to start thinking about taking the plunge.

Special Olympics Indiana – Ripley Ohio Dearborn Counties will host its annual Polar Plunge on Saturday, February 15 at Versailles State Park.

The bucket-list event challenges individuals and teams to be bold and get cold – taking an icy dip in Versailles Lake to demonstrate their commitment to the cause.

Plungers who raise the $99 minimum will earn a commemorative long-sleeved t-shirt. For those who reach higher fundraising levels, additional incentive prizes will be available.

The Virtual Plunge program is available for those who want to stay warm and dry while cheering on Polar Plunge participants from the shore. The same fundraising prizes are available to virtual plungers.

Back again for 2025 is the Freezin’ for a Reason Fun Run/Walk challenges runners and walkers of all abilities to compete a 3K Walk or 5K/3K Run.

All funds raised during Polar Plunge events benefit more than 18,000 athletes throughout Indiana and help ensure an ever-growing number of children and adults with intellectual disabilities can participate in the state’s sports, health, education and leadership programs at no cost. To date, the Polar Plunge has generated more than $12 million for Special Olympics Indiana.

The Versailles’ Plunge features a HUGE heated festival tent with the Lions Club Food Court, the Razzle Dazzle Basket Raffle, face painting, games, and more.

For more information and to register, visit 2025 Polar Plunge at Versailles State Park - Special Olympics Indiana - Ripley Ohio Dearborn Counties.

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