2009 Polar Plunge benefiting Special Olympics Oregon


	1. Register On-line registration is the easiest way to get started and is highly encouraged. Visit either the Columbia (Portland) or Deschutes (Bend) registration page (or both!) to sign up and click "Get Started." OR You can download the registration form and mail it into Special Olympics Oregon. Mail registrations are due for Columbia (Portland) by February 13, and Deschutes (Bend) end by February 20. download Columbia (Portland) registration form PDF download Deschutes (Bend) registration form PDF You can also register with your pledges the day of the Plunge! 2. Collect Pledges Collecting pledges is EASY! Print out the Pledge Form and ask family, friends, neighbors and co-workers for pledges. Once you’ve done that, visit the First Giving page for your plunge - Columbia (Portland) or Deschutes (Bend) - and click “Get Started.” Email friends and family asking them to support you by donating to your personal fundraising webpage. All pledges must be turned into the Plunge Registration/Check-In on Plunge Day. On-line donations are sent directly to Special Olympics Oregon. 3. Organize a Team Encourage your family, friends or coworkers to plunge with you! A prize will be awarded to the team that brings in the most money! 4. Waiver Waiver must be signed and presented on day of the plunge (by parent or guardian if you are under 18). You MUST have this to plunge. Download the waiver. 5. Plunge Bring waiver, pledge form and pledges to plunge site. Check in at the registration table on Plunge Day. Changing areas will be available for plungers to change into their “plunging attire!” Tips for a successful plunge… • Bring a robe...this will make you the envy of all robe-less plungers. It’s great to have on while you wait to plunge and even better to slip into when you’re done! • Tennis shoes or water shoes required…remember, the ground is freezing! • Bring extra towels or a blanket…you can never be too warm. • Bring layered, loose fitting clothing for after the plunge! It’s easier to get into when your fingers are freeeeezing! • Plunge with friends…it’s more fun! • No diving or entering the water head first. • No wet suits or loose clothing. • A warm tent will be on site to warm your bones after the plunge. • Polar Plunge is not responsible for your lost or stolen property. Leave valuables at home!