At 1 p.m. New Year’s Day, a group of brave souls continued the Juneau tradition of plunging into the icy cold water at Auke Recreation Picnic Area. The plunge didn’t last long — most swimmers returned to shore and warmed up as quickly as possible.
Swimmers plunge into the water at the 2018 New Year’s Day Polar Bear Plunge at Auke Rec (Photo by David Purdy/KTOO)
Swimmers wait before the 2018 New Year’s Day Polar Bear Plunge at Auke Rec (Photo by David Purdy/KTOO)
Swimmers return to shore in the 2018 New Year’s Day Polar Bear Plunge at Auke Rec (Photo by David Purdy/KTOO)
The sign for the 2018 New Year’s Day Polar Bear Plunge at Auke Rec (Photo by David Purdy/KTOO)
Swimmers warm up after the 2018 New Year’s Day Polar Bear Plunge at Auke Rec (Photo by David Purdy/KTOO)
David formerly worked in the newsroom as Digital Director overseeing digital platforms and as part of the 360TV team working on major digital and content projects.
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