New Yorkers Take Polar Bear Plunge

Several hundred brave swimmers marked the beginning of 2009 by taking a dip in the frigid water a...  More »

Several hundred brave swimmers marked the beginning of 2009 by taking a dip in the frigid water at Coney Island. The air temperature hovered around 20 degrees, but the blustery winds made it feel much colder. (Jan. 1)  « Less