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1,000 Brave Participants Dive into Polar Bear Plunge

1/2/2025

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On New Year's Day, around 1,000 brave souls dove into the frigid 44-degree waters of Lake Coeur d'Alene for the exhilarating Polar Bear Plunge. Amidst laughter and cheers, families bonded over this icy tradition, with participants like Paul Torgerson embracing the chill. Some even lingered for cold therapy, relishing the refreshing thrill of the moment.

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Story summary

On New Year's Day, around 1,000 brave souls dove into the frigid 44-degree waters of Lake Coeur d'Alene for the exhilarating Polar Bear Plunge. Amidst laughter and cheers, families bonded over this icy tradition, with participants like Paul Torgerson embracing the chill. Some even lingered for cold therapy, relishing the refreshing thrill of the moment.