Western KY Polar Plunge & 5k

The Polar Plunge is one of the biggest Special Olympics fundraisers of the year. The Plunge is a truly unique event and includes a fun, festive atmosphere with food and great prizes. The Plunge works just like a Walk-a-Thon, but with one big twist. Participants still solicit donations to support their effort (a BEAR minimum of $75 to take part or $50 for Junior Plungers), but instead of walking, Polar Bears take a chilly dip into the lake at Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park. Last year, the Polar Plunge raised more than $92,000 to support the efforts of Special Olympics athletes despite terrible weather and travel conditions. This year's event is again joined by the Polar Plunge 5k, which will run a beautiful route through Kentucky Dam Village State Park that same day. For more information, contact Laura Miller at 270-293-9054 or via e-mail at lmiller@soky.org.