27 Jan Hague Polar Bear Plunge To Be Held February 14th, 2021
The Annual Town of Hague Polar Bear Plunge also known as “Freezin For A Reason” will be held on Sunday, February 14th, 2021 at 2:00 PM at the Trout House Village Resort in Hague, NY. The 2021 event will be held in honor of Katy Laundree Wells who unexpectedly passed away recently. Katy was a long-time community supporter, volunteer, and overall wonderful person who dedicated much of her life to the betterment of Hague and the area. All money raised will benefit the Vermont Children’s Hospital.
“As 2020 has ended and we start 2021, we looked back 15 years ago at the polar plunge. We see who was standing at the dock of the Trout House. Katy Laundree Wells was standing there for sure, and so many more. Over the years the Hague Winter Weekend has changed as we actually use to jump into Lake George just for fun. As the year’s passed we found a mission for the jump and that was area youth in need. Katy shared this passion and as a community we have and will continue to support children in need” shared Bobbie Jean Fish – Hague Events Committee Member.
The Hague Polar Bear Plunge or “Freezin For A Reason” was created. Meg and Tom Haskell of Hague, NY partnered with WOKO to be able to support the Vermont Children’s Hospital. The committee has raised thousands of dollars from the support of change bandits and community members who fundraise for this event.
“This year’s polar plunge will be in honor of our friend Katy. She will be greatly missed in her larger-than-life white fluffy robe she sported at the event. Katy met her goal last year. In 5 short years she personally raised $10,000. We hope you will join us in working towards a similar goal to support the Vermont Children’s hospital and honor the good work of Katy. Join us to carry on her dedication and commitment to Hague, our youth, and our surrounding communities,” continued Bobbie Jean Fish.
In addition, a Grab n ’Go Spaghetti Dinner (take out only) will be held on Saturday, February 13th, 2021 from 5:00 – 6:30 PM at the Hague Volunteer Fire Department. There is a $10 suggested donation in loving memory of Katy Laundree Wells. All proceeds are also to benefit the Hague Polar Bear Plunge and the Vermont Children’s Hospital.
Hague Polar Bear Plunge, “Freezin For A Season” donation forms are available at the Town of Hague Community Center (Town offices), Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce, and from event volunteers. Forms will also be available online at www.townofhague.com and in the event listing on www.ticonderogany.com.
Note all COVID-19 guidelines must and will be followed including masks, social distancing, and no gathering together in large groups.
For more information visit www.townofhague.com or www.ticonderogany.com.
Town of Hague: The Town of Hague is located in the Eastern Adirondacks of New York State in Warren County. Hague is approximately 10 minutes southwest of Ticonderoga, NY. It is nestled on the shores of Lake George’s Northern basin and offers residents and visitors alike a beauty unique in all of the world. Hague provides visitor and vacation activities for all seasons. We in the Town are proud of our little hamlet and hope that you can come visit us and share in our “little piece of heaven.” The Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce serves as a Hague Visitor, Marketing, and Public Relations Partner.