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Another Successful 2013 Polar Plunge to Benefit Special Olympics of Washington State

Gaylord Focker — Sun, 20 Jan 2013 16:30:18 +0000

On Saturday over 600 crazy people got together to raise money for Special Olympics of Washington State with the annual 'Freezin For a Reason' Polar Plunge in Columbia Park.

Paul Drake Takes Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Fundraiser [VIDEO]

Woody — Sat, 19 Jan 2013 22:34:28 +0000

The Colombia River in January. Colder than penguin poop! Watch KORD's Paul Drake be a champion for the annual Special Olympics fundraiser...

Take the Plunge for Special Olympics of Washington on January 19, 2013 [VIDEO]

Paul Drake — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 17:35:47 +0000

Take a dip in the icy waters of the Columbia river and be a part of the “coolest” event of the year! Join the fun, help raise funds and win prizes all in support of Special Olympics Washington. REGISTER NOW Special Olympics Polar Plunge Kennewick is a fundraising effort organized by law enforcement agencies across [...]

Hundreds Will Take "The Plunge" To Raise Money For Special Olympics of WA

Faith Martin — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 21:48:03 +0000

Hey Everybody! My boss Paul Drake will once again be doing the Annual Polar Plunge! He does it every year and I’m so proud of him! He only has like 3% body fat, so I imagine it’s SUPER COLD but he does it anyway! It’s all to raise money for Special Olympics of Washington. If [...]

Behind The Scenes At the Polar Plunge

Greg DeLange — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:52:19 +0000

As I sat down this morning I noticed a CD on my desk dropped off by an anonymous person. I put the CD in my computer drive and started giggling… Oh, the memories! 12 The Line The line for registration was calm and organized; then my peeps showed up! Greg delange 11 [...]

Watch Team KORD Jump At The Polar Plunge! [VIDEO]

Paul Drake — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 00:13:17 +0000

It was a cold and windy day Saturday making the 2012 Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Washington challenging to say the least. Still, nearly 700 people turned out to take the plunge into the 36-degree water of the Columbia River — some in bikinis and others in wild costumes. Thanks to all our team members [...]

Ready To Take The Plunge For Special Olympics? [VIDEO]

Big Bear — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 23:45:20 +0000

It all happens tomorrow! The 2012 Polar Plunge for Special Olympics! Here is Bear’s checklist! Swimsuit (Speedo) Swim cap (flowers) Tennis shoes (no bare feet) Wife with video camera Warm vehicle to change in Small brain Check! Looks like I have it all! If you want iot make a donation and help add to Bear’s [...]

Will It Snow For Polar Plunge?

Greg DeLange — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:54:06 +0000

It's The Final Push!

As of Thursday, Jan. 19, we had 30 members on Team KORD; our goal is 35! We can do this!

Please be a part of our frosty family (click here).

Psst... hey dudes, we have smokin' hot ladies on our team!

Polar Plunge Is This Saturday! Help Big Bear Raise $1000!

Big Bear — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 01:01:31 +0000

I can’t believe we are now down to days for the 2012 Kennewick Polar Plunge which is coming up on Saturday at Columbia Park! I have set a goal of $1000! Won’t you help? This is for a great cause! Special Olympics of Washington. There are over 400 people taking the plunge Here is my [...]

Polar Plunge Pansies

Greg DeLange — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 18:04:01 +0000

It’s time to suck it up! (don’t be a Pansy) Let’s do it for Special Olympics! Team KORD is Freezin’ for a Reason and we want you to be a part of it! Don’t be left out in the cold! Become a part of team KORD and help us raise money for Special Olympics [...]

2012 Polar Plunge Support Big Bear! aka Commander Splash! [VIDEO]

Big Bear — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 23:59:46 +0000

A couple of weeks ago I walked into the KORD studio and Chuck & Greg asked me if I was willing to take the Polar Plunge on January 21st. I said "Well that would be crazy" Then I saw how many people are actually jumping into the Columbia River and it's all for Special Olympics Of Washington. I then had a change of heart and said "YOU'RE ON"!

Kennewick Polar Plunge Join Team KORD [VIDEO]

Paul Drake — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 22:25:12 +0000

On January 21st hundreds from around the area will take the plunge! Polar Plunge is a fun way to support local Special Olympics athletes. All you have to do is sign up and have your friends, relatives, and co-workers sponsor you! Dress up as a character or just go in your swim suit. Who can [...]

How Cold Is Too Cold?

Chuck Hall — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 19:17:53 +0000

Be smart in cold weather, like attending a Polar Plunge surrounded by emergency responders on Jan. 21.

Can You Guess What Event Draws 3.1 Million Athletes?

Andrew Kirk — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 16:51:29 +0000

Worldwide, the Special Olympics sees participation from more than 3.1 million athletes with intellectual disabilities in 175 countries.

Special Olympics began in 1968 in Chicago and were organized by P.E. teacher Anne McGlone Bu

Join KORD in Polar Plunge

Andrew Kirk — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 22:57:41 +0000

Join Team KORD at the 2012 Kennewick Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Washington. Team KORD is Freezin’ for a Reason and we want you to be a part of it! Don’t be left out in the cold! Become a part of team KORD and help us raise money for Special Olympics of Washington! Then, take [...]

Join Hot Pants – Freezin' For A Reason Today At Noon!

Paul Drake — Sat, 22 Jan 2011 17:08:01 +0000

What is the Polar Plunge? Polar Plunge is a fundraising effort organized by law enforcement agencies throughout the state benefiting Special Olympics Washington. Polar Plunge is a unique opportunity for individuals, organizations and businesses to support local Special Olympics athletes by collecting pledges and plunging into various frigid water locations across Washington State. Registration begins [...]