Cross-posted from Freezing Saddles
In the true Freezing-Saddles spirit of embracing the cold, I will be leading a ride to participate in this year’s Polar Plunge, hosted by the Chesapeake Climate Action Network.
More details about the Plunge can be found at the link above (also some details shown below).
Ride:
Date: Saturday, February 10
Time: 9:30am gather. 9:40 wheels up
Start: Washington Monument
Destination: National Harbor
Plunge: about noon
Party: post-plunge until 2pm
Return: On your own or ad hoc with others
Please respond if you would also like to Plunge and not just ride (actually, respond either way – plunging or not). If we have 3 or more of us, we can create a Freezing Saddles team.
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TAKE THE PLUNGE
By taking the Plunge, you’re committing to help raise vital funds for the work of the Chesapeake Climate Action Network as we organize to pass climate policies in our region and nationwide. The Plunge is also an opportunity to speak with your peers and family about climate change – and of course – it’s FUN! Before plunging, enjoy mingling with fellow plungers, grab a warm beverage, take action with us, make noisemakers, and even get your face painted before enjoying a short pre-plunge rally! Afterwards join us for pizza, a hot cocoa bar, and a FREE beer (Plungers age 21 and over).
PLUNGE DAY
National Harbor Plunge
10:00 – 11:00 AM: Arrive and check-in at the Capital Canopy! We’ll have action tables, music, games, face painting, warm drinks and yummy snacks.
11:00 – 11:40 AM: Pre-Plunge rally and costume contest. Sign up for the costume contest here.
11:40 – 11:50 AM: March to the Plunge point and get ready to Plunge.
11:50 AM – 12:10 PM: PLUNGE TIME! After Plunging you can change into warm clothes in our changing tents.
12:15 – 2:30 PM: Head back to the Capital Canopy for continued fun and celebration with your fellow plungers! We’ll have pizza, a hot cocoa bar, a FREE beer from Denizens brewery (Plungers age 21 and over), games, and music!
What to Bring: Be sure to bring closed-toe water shoes, your plunge outfit, towel, a change of warm clothes (and something to put your wet ones in), climate action signage, and your personal cheer section!
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