It's time to take the plunge! The 2022 Big Rapids Polar Plunge takes place February 26^th in Downtown Big Rapids all to benefit local athletes of the Area 5 Special Olymics Michigan.

 

Area 5 Special Olympics Michigan is partnering with the local elks lodge and the City of Big Rapids.

 

Area 5 Director Pat Rosales says this is a great event to benefit local Special Olympics athletes.

 

"The Polar Plunge is such a fun event to come out to and show support to our athletes because that's what this program is all about." Rosales said. 

 

She says they have a goal of the event is to raise $15,000 for the athletes this year.

 

You can register for the event online at PlungeMi.org or at the event beginning at 10:30am Feb. 26^th and the parade of costumes starting at 12:30pm.