Smithsonian Magazine on MSN
‘Excitement With a Little Dash of Fear’: Polar Plunges Ring in the New Year With a Splash. But What Actually Happens to Your Body?
Three experts share the science behind taking a dip in cold water—and offer safety tips that any potential plungers should bear in mind ...
CBC reporter Troy Charles was among thousands to take the plunge into the frigid waters of Vancouver's English Bay Beach on New Year's Day, in a tradition that was born in the city over 100 years ago.
Bone-chilling weather couldn’t stop tradition as thousands of people welcomed 2026 at the Coney Island Polar Bear Plunge.
San Pedro ushered in 2025 on Wednesday morning, Jan. 1, in the traditional way — with a chilled splash into the Pacific Ocean. The annual Polar Bear Swim drew hundreds, as usual, for the bracing, ...
Vancouver Sun on MSN
Thousands take the plunge into 2026 at Vancouver's Polar Bear Swim
Fresh starts, ritual, history and health are all reasons for taking the plunge as one of Vancouver's most endearing traditions continues ...
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