Take the Penguin Plunge on March 3

Bonners Ferry’s third annual Penguin Plunge will be Saturday, March 3.

The Penguin Plunge is a fundraising challenge in which individuals or teams dress up in crazy costumes and plunge into freezing water as a way to raise money for Special Olympics Idaho.

Since last year’s turn out was so large, early bird registration will begin at 10 a.m. on the morning of the plunge, with the plunge taking place at noon. The plungers will hold to tradition by taking the plunge into the icy cold Kootenai River by the Deep Creek Mouth.

Plungers must raise a minimum of $50 for adult plungers and $35 for student plungers. Students must be 12 or older to take the plunge.  Anyone under 12 age can go ankle deep and still raise money for Special Olympic Athletes.

Plungers collect pledges from friends, family or businesses in the area to raise money for the local program.

Last year’s event was a huge success with more than 90 plungers, doubling jumpers from the first year. The Penguin Plunge organizers and Athletes expect an even bigger crowd this year.

Food, fun and photo opportunities for a wonderful cause. 

There are several prize categories. A few new prize categories and a new addition; learn how the Penguin Pardon will work.

Become a supporter of the Idaho Special Olympics and the hard working Athletes.   Great fundraising incentives, including an Ipod Touch. And if you're too cool to Plunge you can still participate by registering as a virtual "Cyber" plunger.

Please look for more announcements as the event approaches.

Go to http://www.idso.org for more information and registration.