Bronx Polar Bears Take The Plunge

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Despite the bitter cold, Bronxites still enjoyed a day at the beach this winter season.For the fourth year in a row, the Bronx Polar Bears, BronxNet and BronxWorks took the plunge on Saturday, February 17 at Orchard Beach for the 2018 Dip Against Homelessness. The icy event raised awareness and collected donations for homeless services.

Carlota Yonkers was fully decked out in winter gear after exiting the beach’s wintry waters.
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Michael Max Knobbe (l), BronxNet executive director, high-fived a Polar Plunge participant.
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The Bronx Polar Bears braved the bitter cold for a worthy cause.
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A Coney Island Polar Bear member had his polar pride on full display.
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The Bronx Polar Bears wore colorful costumes and attire for the time honored tradition.
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The Bronx Polar Bears and other Polar Plunge participants were ready to make some waves.
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