Lake Washington no match for Renton’s polar bears

Renton's chilly New Year's Day tradition continued Sunday when dozens of brave swimmers ran, dove or tip-toed into Lake Washington for the annual Polar Bear Dip.

January 2, 2012 1:14 pm
Dozens of 'polar bears' braved the cold waters of Lake Washington New Year's Day Sunday for the annual Polar Bear Dip at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park.
Dozens of 'polar bears' braved the cold waters of Lake Washington New Year's Day Sunday for the annual Polar Bear Dip at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park.

 

Renton’s chilly New Year’s Day tradition continued Sunday when dozens of brave swimmers ran, dove or tip-toed into Lake Washington for the annual Polar Bear Dip.