Plungapalooza

I will never do this because I am a strong supporter of warmth and happiness. That said, if you feel like going for a swim in January in Maryland, you're in luck!

When: 8am on January 29th, 2011

Where: Sandy Point State Park, Annapolis MD

Why: I have no idea (it does raise money for Special Olympics MD, but there are other ways of going about that)

Risk Factor: almost certain hypothermia, self-loathing

Price: You actually have to pay to do this to yourself: "All it takes to take the Plunge is $50 in pledges and nerves of steel." At least you get a sweatshirt out of it.

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There's also a Polar Bear Pageant, because what says America like a hypothermic beauty queen?