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2016 New Years Polar Bear Dip

January 1st, 2016 10 Images
It was a frantic sprint to the chilly waters of Kootenay Lake during the annual Nelson Rhythm Ropers Polar Bear Dip. — Bruce Fuhr photos, The Nelson Daily
Some of the 50 or so participants decided to dress up for the occasion.
The sprint into Kootenay Lake was for a brief dip.
Once the dare was complete, participants sprinted out faster than they jumped into Kootenay Lake.
The buddy system was employed by some.
Dad's the Man today.
It didn't take long for the crowd dwindle in the lake.
Before the dip, there was a salute to a friend who couldn't be here for the 2016 dip.
Once out of the water, it was get on some clothes . . . and fast.
The white bath robe came in handy after the swim to help with the socks.

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