GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ Attempt: Largest Polar Bear Dip – Birch Bay

Make History as Birch Bay attempts the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for Largest Polar Bear Dip!

Where: Birch Bay Beach Park, 7930 Birch Bay Drive, WA

Dip Location: Along Birch Bay Drive, from Birch Bay Vogt Library Express to Bay Breeze Restaurant

Event Timeline:

8:00 – 11:00 AM | Registration & Fun

• On-site check-in for pre-registered participants
• T-shirts & sweatshirt pre-order pickup
• Warm up in the Warming Tent
• Games, activities, and music to get you pumped

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Final Prep

• Head to the beach
• Check in with your steward for rules and instructions

12:00 PM SHARP | The Record Attempt

• Enter the water together, waist-deep
• Hold for 60 seconds under staff direction
• Up to two additional attempts if needed
• Follow staff instructions back to Birch Bay Beach Park

12:15 – 2:00 PM | Celebration

• Dry off and warm up with hot cocoa in the tent
• Music and refreshments
• Short ceremony if we break the record
• Certificates for all participants

This year, it’s not just a plunge—it’s a chance to make history!