Past: SOMO Polar Plunge and Polar Strut

The Annual Cape Girardeau Polar Plunge and Polar Bear Strut 5K will take place on Saturday, Feb. 25. Brave men and women from around the area will don disco-themed costumes and swimwear and take “polar” dips into Cape County Park North. Their Reason for Freezin’ ... the athletes of Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO)! All proceeds from this year’s event will benefit training and competition for the thousands of SOMO athletes across the state, including right here in Cape Girardeau. There is no age limit for the Strut, and the Polar Plunge is open to anyone 10 years or older who is a fan of having a good time for a good cause. The event is hosted by the Cape Girardeau Police Department and will take place at Cape County Park at 2400 County Park Dr. Day-of registration is an option for both events. Strut registration begins at 8 a.m., and the race will start at 10 a.m. Plunge registration begins at noon, and the Plunge will start promptly at 2 p.m. Awards will be given in the following categories: top fundraisers; top fundraising group; and top fundraising school. (All must be preregistered.) Golden plunger awards for the most creative costumes will also be presented to top group and top individuals. Wet suits are not allowed and shoes are required. To register, go to www.somo.org/plunge. For more information about the Polar Plunge, please contact Penny Williams, at (573) 579-4233 or email williams@somo.org.