Plunge Into 2014 at the Coolest Event of the Year

Kick off the new year with a cool tradition—a refreshing plunge into invigorating Puget Sound!

Jump into the water with other jubilant merrymakers at the Polar Bear Plunge on January 1 at Point Defiance Marina.

Trade your winter coat for a swimsuit and go knee high, waist deep or take the full plunge! The Cub Plunge, for youth under 10 years of age, begins at 11:30 am, followed by an Adult/Family Plunge at noon. Costumes are welcome but not required.

The event is free and takes place rain or shine at the Point Defiance boat launch, located at 5912 N. Waterfront Drive in Point Defiance Park. Daring folks who jump in can warm up afterwards in front of heaters while sipping free hot drinks. 

Polar Bear Plunge has proved to be a wildly popular tradition. Those brave enough to jump into Puget Sound range from small children to the more mature, from costumed to fully clothed. Last year a bridal-gown-wearing participant took the plunge with complete gusto, much to the delight of the cheering crowd!

Extend the fun and warm up before the Polar Bear Plunge by participating in First Mile, a flat, fast one-mile run/walk near the Point Defiance Marina. The First Mile is free and begins at 11 am, leaving plenty of time to enjoy the Polar Bear Plunge afterwards. No registration is necessary to participate in the First Mile.

Point Defiance Marina has anchored the northeast side of Point Defiance Park since 1944, when it replaced the original boathouse pavilion of the early 1900s. While down at the waterfront stop by to browse the gift shop, rent a boat or sign up for a boating or fishing class. 

For more information visit PointDefianceMarina.com or call (253) 591-5325.