RECENT NEWS AND EVENTS
Polar Bear mascot officially named, will take part in Mascot Round-Up
Louie P. Bear is now the official name of the Polar Bear mascot. Louie's next appearance will be at the Mascot Round-Up, held as part of the 26th annual Sidewalk Sale on May 16, from 2 - 4 p.m. on Rehoboth Avenue.
Polar Bear News mailed out
The most recent edition of the Polar Bear News was mailed out on April 24. If you do not receive your copy by May 8, please contact the SODE office at 302-831-4653.
See you on Feb. 7, 2010
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The Polar Bear Plunge, entering its 18th year, has become one of the most popular events in the state of Delaware. The uniqueness of this event, unlike many others, is that it spans all genders, age groups, income levels, and every demographic area of the state, with participation often extending beyond our borders. It truly is a state-wide family and friends’ event!
Past News ... in case you missed it
2009 Polar Bear Facts and Information
TOTAL BEARS: 2923 (new record) MONEY RAISED: $490,000
TEMPERATURE: SUNNY, 53 ° (ties record for warmest) WATER TEMPERATURE: 40 °
Click here to read an article about the event with a link to photos (more will be added).
Click here for complete Run to the Plunge results.
Winners of the stuffed polar bear raffle are: Jeannie Censits, Leni Gerhart, Grace Halama, Janet Huber, Alison Nolt, Cullen Seaudin, Carol Sexton, Bridget Ross, Abby Troiani, Katie Zimmerman. Congratulations! Please call 302-831-4653 if you are one of the winners!
Winners of the costume contest are: Charlie Fox (individual), Chester County Polar Bears (group), Bill Queener (NFL). Winners will be contacted to arrange prize delivery.
Some answers to common questions
Please send additional donations to: Special Olympics Del., University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716 (just be sure to include your name so your account is properly credited).
Sweatshirts and towels will be mailed out in early March. Those eligible to receive embroidered fleeces will be contacted over the summer when there are more color choices.
We track additional donations until the end of June, so if your donations continue to add up and reach a certain prize plateau, you will still receive that particular item.
PLUNGE A HUGE SUCCESS
2923 Bears raised $490,000. Click here to read an article about the event.
SATURDAY CONTEST WINNERS
Ice Sculpting: Gerry Treese, Glasgow
Run to the Plunge Overall: Jamie Price, Rehoboth Beach
Run to the Plunge Women: Jen Novak, Millsboro
Restaurant Chili Contest: Mariachi
Click here for pictures from the Run to the Plunge.
UPDATED ARTICLES AND PICTURES FROM THE PLUNGE
Click here to read updated articles and view pictures taken throughout the Plunge Festival.
POLAR BEAR POSTER
A new poster by artist Kim Klabe promoting the Lewes Polar Bear Plunge has been released. Click here to see it and keep an eye out for it around your town. A poster-only version will be available for sale at all souvenirs locations on Plunge weekend and given to Bears raising at least $500. The artist will be on hand to sign posters at registration at the Atlantic Sands Hotel on Saturday, from 4 - 7 p.m., and again on Sunday, from 10 a.m. - 12 noon, at the souvenir tent on Rehoboth Avenue.
NEW POLAR BEAR MASCOT
Click here to see photos of our new Polar Bear mascot walking around town visiting our supporting restaurants and retailers.
LEVIN MATCHING FUND
If you aren't a Bear yourself, and don't have a Bear to sponsor, but would like to support the event, please consider donating to the Levin Family Matching Fund. For more information on how your donation will be matched by Irv and Phyllis Levin, click here.
Share your Plunge Stories!
This is an opportunity for our Plungers to tell their stories: Why they plunge. How they started. What keeps them going. Who they plunge with. Share your plunge story with us.
Questions? Please contact us at info@sode.org or 302-831-4653