Inaugural Polar Bear Dip set to be held in Mount Uniacke

Uniacke Fire is holding their inaugural Polar Bear Dip by the fire department. (Submitted photo)

MOUNT UNIACKE: Are you ready to wash away 2024 and bring in 2025 with a clean you?

Why not come on down to the inaugural Mount Uniacke Polar Bear Dip put on by the Uniacke & District Volunteer Fire Department on January 1, 2025.

The Polar Bear dip will take place at the lake behind the department on Highway 1 in Mount Uniacke.

The fire department is located across from the Guardian Pharmacy.

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Organizers say whether you are looking to clear your conscience or just challenge yourself, you will be freezin’ for a reason.

The entrance fee for the Polar Bear Dip is a simple non-perishable food item to support Feed Nova Scotia.

The department’s finest firefighters from their Ice Water Rescue Team will be on standby to support this great cause.

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Here are some event details you need to know if you’re going to be dipping:

– Registration will begin at 11am with the Polar Bear Dip scheduled for 12 noon.
– Registration Fee: non-perishable food item.
– All participants must:
– be 19 years or older;
– sign a waiver;
– wear water shoes or protective footwear; and
– bring their own towels and change of clothes.
– Hot beverages (coffee, tea, hot chocolate) will be available for purchase.