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Get Cold at Effingham's Law Enforcement Torch Run POLAR PLUNGE for Special Olympics Illinois!

Thank you for Being Cool and taking the Plunge!  You are supporting the Special Olympic Illinois athletes across the state, helping to provide them with life-changing programing.  This includes year-round training and competition, as well as leadership, personal development, and health education opportunities.  

Join us at the 20th annual Effingham Plunge at Lake Sara beach on Saturday, February 24th! 

•  10:00 AM to 11:45 AM - Plunger check-in & walk-up registration at the Lake Sara Pearson Building, 15250 North Beach Road, Effingham.

•  12:00 PM - Polar Plunge kick-off, including costume judging!  

•  12:30 PM - Post-Plunge party with free meal for plungers at a new location, American Legion, 200 West Washington, Effingham. 

Polar Plungers will receive a free meal and refreshments.  Family members and fans are also welcome and can purchase a meal for $6 for adults and $3 for children under 12.

For more information about the Effingham Polar Plunge, contact Vanessa Duncan at vduncan@soill.org.