The January tradition is back: the Polar Bear Dip at Coulon

The Polar Bear Dip returns to Coulon Park Jan. 1.

December 21, 2012 12:45 pm
Brave swimmers race into a chilly Lake Washington during a recent Polar Bear Dip.
Brave swimmers race into a chilly Lake Washington during a recent Polar Bear Dip.

A tradition for many years, the new year will begin with a quick dip into the icy waters of Lake Washington at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park, 1201 Lake Washington Blvd. N. on Tuesday, Jan. 1.

The Polar Bear Dip, co-sponsored by Ivar’s, begins at 11 a.m. at the swimming beach located at the south end of the park. No registration is required.

For more information about the Polar Bear Dip, visit the city’s website at rentonwa.gov or contact the Renton Community Center at 425-430-6700.