Some brave locals kicked off 2023 by leaping in to the freezing cold water of Rainy Lake!
The Voyageur Lions Club hosted their annual New Year’s Day Polar Plunge on January 1st at La Place Rendez-Vous in Fort Frances.
Residents from around the area generated pledges to raise money for a local charity or non-profit group that is near and dear to their hearts!
The cash is being split 50/50 with The Lions who give back to worthy causes right here in our own backyard and around the region as well.
This year’s Plunge brought in over $5,200!
Here are the numbers and Polar Plungers names…
Stratton Recreation – Over $3,300 – Kiera Kelly, Julie McQuaker, Jenny Morrisson and Rihanna Morrisson
Voyageur Lions Club – Roughly $1,000 – Bill Michl, Travis Michl, Allison Dresen, Karen Dresen, Darcy Banman* and Kasey Beaushene* (* Bill Michl jumped in additional times on their behalf)
Children of Ukraine – Approximately $400 – Dan Riard
Fort Frances Family Centre – Over $300 – John DanardÂ
Terry Fox Foundation – Over $200 – Mark Farager
Kudos to all of the Plungers and thanks to all those who donated to their causes and our local Lions!