Submitted by Nelson Police Department
Teams from Nelson’s emergency service took an icy plunge Saturday for the 2022 Polar Plunge for Special Olympics BC (SOBC). The plunge is part of a province-wide effort in helping dedicated athletes get back to the sports and the SOBC family that matter to them as programs re-open from the long-lasting pandemic.
Participating in the chilly plunge not only showed that Nelson’s emergency services care about people with disabilities, it was also a fun way to fundraise and bring attention to the SOBC volunteers, athletes, and supporters around the province who are working hard to reopen their in-person programs. More than ever, the SOBC need support to rebuild all their year-round, in-person sports programs that create empowering connections and break down barriers.
The bold and cold Nelsonite Polar Plungers included the Nelson Police Department team “Cold in the Koots,” Nelson Fire and Rescue, BC Ambulance Services, RDCK Fire Services, Conservation Services, and team Nelson Polar Plunge Sheriffs.
Team “Cold in the Koots” more than doubled their fundraising goals and raised nearly $7,000 for the 2022 Polar Plunge for the Special Olympics.
Thank you to the businesses who donated amazing experiences to the silent auction that accompanied the polar plunge, including High Terrain Helicopters, Gerick Cycle and Ski, Sail Nelson, Whitewater Ski Resort, Kootenay Lazer Tag, Bluebell Cottage, and the Prestige Marina.
Thank you to the Nelson Leafs and fans for supporting the 50/50 draws, to the Adventure Hotel for allowing all the First Responders to camp on your roof during the COPSICLE 2022, and to everyone who donated and participated. We look forward to doing it again next year.
