Whether you closed out 2014 by hooting and hollering at the stroke of midnight or barely acknowledged the passing year with a muffled snore, bring on 2015 with an ice cold dip in Burrard Inlet at the annual Penguin Plunge.
Groggy revelers, kids of all ages, costumed die-hards, timid first-timers, toe-dippers and full-on dunkers will be gathering at Port Moody's Rocky Point Park on Thursday, Jan. 1 for the chilly swim, a fundraiser for the Pleasantside Community Association and "a great way to ring in the new year," said organizer Nicki Forster.
"The spirit of the community shines through this event, from the daredevils who brave the icy waters to the spectators cheering them on. We look forward to seeing everyone and to another successful plunge."
Spectators and swimmers alike can sip on hot chocolate and coffee to stay warm and the Port Moody fire fighters will also be on hand to tend a bonfire for the event.
Registration opens at 11 a.m. and the swim begins at 1 p.m. The cost is $5 per person or $10 per family; money raised helps fund programs at Old Orchard Hall.
