PLUNGER INFORMATION
2025 Port Plunge information
We are so excited to host you on Wednesday, January 1st!
Please see below for more details:
What: 'Port Plunge
Where: Fairport Harbor Lakefront Park - 301 Huntington Beach Drive Fairport Harbor, Ohio 44077
When: Registration/Check-in start 11:15am, First Plunge - Noon
Registration/Check-in Process
1A. If you signed up on our website – fhaca.org
Upon arrival, please come to the pavilion on the west end of the beach (near the port-a-potty and restroom building). We will need you to check-in and complete a waiver if you did not complete it through email. Waivers need to be completed by every plunger. If the registrant is under 18, waivers need to be signed by a parent/guardian and parent/guardian must be present. All plungers will receive a group number, please pay attention to the group you are placed in and listen to announcements on the megaphone.
1B. If you signed up on runsignup.com
Upon arrival, please come to the pavilion on the west end of the beach (near the port-a-potty and restroom building). We will need you to check-in, All plungers will receive a group number. Please pay attention to the group you are placed in and listen to announcements on the megaphone.
1C. If you did not register (walk-up registration)
Upon arrival, please come to the pavilion on the west end of the beach (near the port-a-potty and restroom building). We will need you to check-in, pay (cash only please), and complete a waiver. Waivers need to be completed by every plunger. If the registrant is under 18, waivers need to be signed by a parent/guardian and parent/guardian must be present. All plungers will receive a group number, please pay attention to the group you are placed in and listen to announcements on the megaphone.
2. Once you have checked in and received your group plunge number, you may return to your vehicle to stay warm or are welcome to head to the beach to enjoy the fire and meet fellow plungers.
Groups
If you would like to plunge with friends/family/group, please wait to check in until all in your party have arrived. Group numbers are assigned based on check-in time!
Food and Beverage, Restrooms
We will have a fire down at the beach to warm up before and after. We will also have free hot beverages provided by Julbeans Coffee and Crepes and slices of pizza provided by Regos Brickhouse Pizza for all registrants. We can not guarantee beverages and pizza for walk-up registrants. Any extra pizza slices can be purchased by watchers. The restroom building is locked by the Metroparks. The only restroom is the port-a-potty in the parking lot.
Watchers
We encourage family, friends, and spectators to watch plungers from the beach! Organizers will have a path made for plungers to enter the water. We ask spectators to line up on the 2 sides of the aisle way to watch. Plungers will be coming from the pavilion and to/from their vehicles to the beach, so please be considerate and keep a path clear.
The Plunge:
Group 1 will be called to the beach at 12pm. Once group 1 is completely out of the water, group 2 will be called. Each group slot is usually less than 5 minutes. Please be aware of the time and your group number to ensure you do not miss your slot.
*Groups are created to ensure our EMS team has eyes on all plungers and can provide the most safety. Please do not join other groups without first asking our organizers.
Example:
12:00pm - Group 1 is called to the shore
12:03pm - Group 1 is called to plunge, Group 2 heads to the shoreline
12:06pm - Group 2 is called to plunge, Group 3 heads to the shoreline
*This is an example and times can change
We plan to have 10 groups, but that can change. We ask that if you are the next group that you stay on the beach and close to the water for a seamless transition. Most plungers will be in and out of the water within seconds, so we do not expect groups to wait long on the beach.
Tips:
· Wear layers and loose-fitting clothes, which are easier to get into when your fingers are cold.
· Do NOT dive or flip into the water. We are at the beach, you can walk
· We advise you not to Plunge after drinking alcohol. Intoxicated people will not be permitted to Plunge.
· Leave valuables at home or with a spectator. We are not responsible for items that are lost or stolen.
· EMS are at the Plunge for assistance for those who aren’t strong swimmers or if anyone needs assistance. They will also have a warming trailer if needed.
· Avoid submerging your head. This can cause cold shock.
· Watch out for any ice or debris in the water.
· Dry off quickly.
· Warm up gradually. Drink warm beverages and move around to restore body temperature.
· Stay hydrated. Drink plenty of water to replenish fluids.
· Do not perform a plunge if you are not feeling well.
What to Bring:
· Bring a robe – great for wearing while waiting to go in and great to slip on as you dry off.
· Hat and gloves - Extremities always get coldest fastest!
· Keep your feet covered until the last possible moment and consider wearing water shoes or something on your feet into the water. You’ll have to walk outside and sometimes wait a moment for others to jump, so please wear a pair of shoes that you don’t mind getting wet. Don’t forget to bring a pair of dry shoes to wear afterwards!
· Bring extra towels or a blanket to stand on – remember, the sand is like ice!
· A duffel bag, backpack, garbage bag, etc. It’s a good idea to bring a bag for dry clothes, as well as a plastic bag for your wet clothes after you’ve Plunged.
· Dry replacement clothes. After you’re done Plunging, it’s nice to have some warm and dry clothes for the journey home.
· Another Plunger. Recruit a friend, family member, co-worker or acquaintance and get them to take the Plunge with you. It’s always more fun with friends!
We are so excited to host you on Wednesday, January 1st!
Please see below for more details:
What: 'Port Plunge
Where: Fairport Harbor Lakefront Park - 301 Huntington Beach Drive Fairport Harbor, Ohio 44077
When: Registration/Check-in start 11:15am, First Plunge - Noon
Registration/Check-in Process
1A. If you signed up on our website – fhaca.org
Upon arrival, please come to the pavilion on the west end of the beach (near the port-a-potty and restroom building). We will need you to check-in and complete a waiver if you did not complete it through email. Waivers need to be completed by every plunger. If the registrant is under 18, waivers need to be signed by a parent/guardian and parent/guardian must be present. All plungers will receive a group number, please pay attention to the group you are placed in and listen to announcements on the megaphone.
1B. If you signed up on runsignup.com
Upon arrival, please come to the pavilion on the west end of the beach (near the port-a-potty and restroom building). We will need you to check-in, All plungers will receive a group number. Please pay attention to the group you are placed in and listen to announcements on the megaphone.
1C. If you did not register (walk-up registration)
Upon arrival, please come to the pavilion on the west end of the beach (near the port-a-potty and restroom building). We will need you to check-in, pay (cash only please), and complete a waiver. Waivers need to be completed by every plunger. If the registrant is under 18, waivers need to be signed by a parent/guardian and parent/guardian must be present. All plungers will receive a group number, please pay attention to the group you are placed in and listen to announcements on the megaphone.
2. Once you have checked in and received your group plunge number, you may return to your vehicle to stay warm or are welcome to head to the beach to enjoy the fire and meet fellow plungers.
Groups
If you would like to plunge with friends/family/group, please wait to check in until all in your party have arrived. Group numbers are assigned based on check-in time!
Food and Beverage, Restrooms
We will have a fire down at the beach to warm up before and after. We will also have free hot beverages provided by Julbeans Coffee and Crepes and slices of pizza provided by Regos Brickhouse Pizza for all registrants. We can not guarantee beverages and pizza for walk-up registrants. Any extra pizza slices can be purchased by watchers. The restroom building is locked by the Metroparks. The only restroom is the port-a-potty in the parking lot.
Watchers
We encourage family, friends, and spectators to watch plungers from the beach! Organizers will have a path made for plungers to enter the water. We ask spectators to line up on the 2 sides of the aisle way to watch. Plungers will be coming from the pavilion and to/from their vehicles to the beach, so please be considerate and keep a path clear.
The Plunge:
Group 1 will be called to the beach at 12pm. Once group 1 is completely out of the water, group 2 will be called. Each group slot is usually less than 5 minutes. Please be aware of the time and your group number to ensure you do not miss your slot.
*Groups are created to ensure our EMS team has eyes on all plungers and can provide the most safety. Please do not join other groups without first asking our organizers.
Example:
12:00pm - Group 1 is called to the shore
12:03pm - Group 1 is called to plunge, Group 2 heads to the shoreline
12:06pm - Group 2 is called to plunge, Group 3 heads to the shoreline
*This is an example and times can change
We plan to have 10 groups, but that can change. We ask that if you are the next group that you stay on the beach and close to the water for a seamless transition. Most plungers will be in and out of the water within seconds, so we do not expect groups to wait long on the beach.
Tips:
· Wear layers and loose-fitting clothes, which are easier to get into when your fingers are cold.
· Do NOT dive or flip into the water. We are at the beach, you can walk
· We advise you not to Plunge after drinking alcohol. Intoxicated people will not be permitted to Plunge.
· Leave valuables at home or with a spectator. We are not responsible for items that are lost or stolen.
· EMS are at the Plunge for assistance for those who aren’t strong swimmers or if anyone needs assistance. They will also have a warming trailer if needed.
· Avoid submerging your head. This can cause cold shock.
· Watch out for any ice or debris in the water.
· Dry off quickly.
· Warm up gradually. Drink warm beverages and move around to restore body temperature.
· Stay hydrated. Drink plenty of water to replenish fluids.
· Do not perform a plunge if you are not feeling well.
What to Bring:
· Bring a robe – great for wearing while waiting to go in and great to slip on as you dry off.
· Hat and gloves - Extremities always get coldest fastest!
· Keep your feet covered until the last possible moment and consider wearing water shoes or something on your feet into the water. You’ll have to walk outside and sometimes wait a moment for others to jump, so please wear a pair of shoes that you don’t mind getting wet. Don’t forget to bring a pair of dry shoes to wear afterwards!
· Bring extra towels or a blanket to stand on – remember, the sand is like ice!
· A duffel bag, backpack, garbage bag, etc. It’s a good idea to bring a bag for dry clothes, as well as a plastic bag for your wet clothes after you’ve Plunged.
· Dry replacement clothes. After you’re done Plunging, it’s nice to have some warm and dry clothes for the journey home.
· Another Plunger. Recruit a friend, family member, co-worker or acquaintance and get them to take the Plunge with you. It’s always more fun with friends!