The crisp, cold water of Okanagan Lake provided a fresh start to the new year for hundreds of Âé¶¹AV residents on Wednesday, Jan. 1.
Many in attendance gathered at Tugboat Beach in Waterfront Park for the 10th annual Polar Bear Dip, which took place at 2 p.m.
The event is organized by Community Recreational Initiatives Society (CRIS) Adaptive. Everyone who took place in the plunge donated $15 to the non-profit, which raised money for inclusive outdoor recreation for people of all abilities.
People in attendance who didn't swim also donated. At this time, the total money raised is unknown.