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2024 New Year's Day Lake George Polar Plunge

Hundreds gather on the frosty shores of Lake George for a daring New Year's Day swim, known as the Polar Plunge. Typically, about 1,000 participants take part.
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When and where

Date and time

Today

Address

Shepard Park Beach, Lake George, NY 12845
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Cost

$20

About this event

About Polar Plunge

Hundreds gather on the frosty shores of Lake George for a daring New Year's Day swim, known as the Polar Plunge. Typically, about 1,000 participants take part.

Don't Forget!

  • Pack a towel and water shoes.
  • Wear your swimsuit under your clothes.
  • Bring easy to get into warm clothes (and shoes!) for after the Plunge.
  • For your own safety, never dive into the water.
  • Bring a plastic bag for wet clothes, and somewhere to store your dry clothes.
  • Bring along a disposable, waterproof camera.
  • Have fun!

Contact Duffy's Tavern at 518.668.5323 for more info.

Tags: new-years holiday

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