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Taking the annual Polar Bear Plunge at Connerton

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This isn’t the first time that Connerton’s adventurous residents have jumped into chilly water at the Land O’ Lakes community swimming pool. The annual Polar Bear Plunge debuted in 2011 and attracts an assortment of brave souls every year. Those who took part were offered free hot cocoa to warm themselves up.

On the count of three, the participants of Connerton’s annual Polar Bear Plunge jump into the brisk 72-degree pool water on Feb. 16. (Christine Holtzman)
Eleven-year-old Emersyn Stroka, of Land O’ Lakes, enjoys a cup of hot cocoa after taking part in the Polar Bear Plunge on Feb. 16 at Connerton. The hot cocoa was the best part, she said.
The Ringger family, of Land O’ Lakes, with family friend 9-year-old Oliver Lopez in front, boldly stand under a large mechanical bucket that dumps gallons of water in a matter of seconds. From left, the Ringgers are Kent, who is the father, holding 5-year-old Beckett; 9-year-old Hans; 12-year-old Corbin; and, 11-year-old Indee.

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