<UPDATED JAN. 1, 2022

Long Beach Polar Splash & Doggie Dip

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I WANT TO Explore, Dream and Discover as much as possible in my life here on earth, and I want my Web sites to empower, equip and incite others to do the same.

I WANT TO help folks to find something new and exciting to do and experience. That's why I formed my charitable organization and named it the "Community Action Team"— a name that I feel encompasses all the varied activities and events that I have (and will continue to) organized for the good of our community.

WHAT CAN I DO to help you explore your potential, make a dream come true or discover new frontiers? I hope to hear from you.

Yours truly,
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THE MAIN PURPOSE of Justin's Community Action Team (CAT) is to promote social well-being among the general public. As a 501c3 nonprofit corporation governed by a board of directors, contributions to CAT are tax deductible and are used to help produce quality events within our community that benefit children, animals, and the environment.

 C.A.T. IS AN UMBRELLA organization that includes
 4Halloween Kids' Costume Contest
4July 4 Kids' Bike Parade
4Haute Dog Poetry Contest
4Interfaith Blessing of the Animals
4$1,000 National Elementary School Spelling Bee
4Nat'l Adult Spelling Bee
4Belmont Shore Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest
 4Haute Dogs on the Beach events
4Haute Dog Howl'oween Parade
4Operation Easter Basket
4Operation Santa Paws
45k/10k Long Beach Turkey Trot
4monthly 30-Minute Beach Cleanups
4Beds, Bikes, Bears & Blankets giveaway to those in need
4Clothing giveaways to the underserved
 4Bulldog Beauty Contest
4Mom Prom
4All-day Read
4Say, "Cheese" Long Beach 24-hr. digital photo contest
4Long Beach Giving Project
4Camp Justin!

I AM A FIRM believer in the collective power of individuals joined in a spirit of goodwill and generous giving to bring about the success of a community.

-Justin Rudd!

   
 

Long Beach Polar Splash!
Sat.,Jan. 15, 2022, 10:40 a.m., 1 Granada Ave.


LONG BEACH POLAR SPLASH is Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022, 10:45 a.m. at 1 Granada Ave. Will you join us when we jump into the chilly Pacific? Please attend the beach cleanup at 10 a.m.

Long Beach Polar Splash


Charities Win When You Jump In!



 

Community Action Team (CAT)THANK YOU
This event is hosted by Justin Rudd and his nonprofit 501c3 Community Action Team (CAT). CAT is supported, in whole, by funds raised at the Long Beach Turkey Trot 5K/10K and Haute Dog Parades. WEB SITE

RAIN OR SHINE. FREE TO ENTER.  You do NOT have to be part of a group in order to participate.  All are welcome.

Justin Rudd's nonprofit Community Action Team (CAT) will donate $5/per person to your charity/organization/school (up to $2,000) if 20 or more people in your group (or family/friends of your group) meets the following conditions:

• the team's leader must contact Justin@JustinRudd.com in advance to get the event details/rules
• each must be registered at https://2022polarsplash.eventbrite.com by 6 p.m. on Fri., Jan. 14; cannot add to the team after this time
• at the time of registration, registrant must indicate the correct charity/organization/school name in the space provided
• must be parked and signed-in by 10 a.m., sharp (free parking kiosk code is JR0115 for cleanup volunteers; street parking is free and with unlimited time), 1 Granada Ave., 90803
• must participate in the 30-Minute Beach Cleanup (free bags & gloves provided)
• must be in the team's photo about 10:35, just before the Polar Splash! taken by Justin Rudd
• must get completely wet (including hair/head) during the Polar Splash!
• must be in the team's photo at 10:50 after everyone is wet, taken by Justin Rudd
• Those under 18 must have a parent/guardian present to participate.
• no wetsuits
• if beaches are closed because of Health Dept. closures, the event will be canceled and no money will be paid out.

All ages are welcome.  Dogs are welcome at Rosie's Dog Beach, but we do not allow anyone to submerge a dog. 


Wear what you want! It can be in a nice costume, your jeans and t-shirt, your mittens and 2-piece bikini; your Speedo and parka; your board shorts and flip flops. It's your choice. This is not a swimming event. 

Footwear is fine to wear. No wet suits. Costumed encouraged. Bring your own towel. The water temp this time of year is approx. 55-59 degrees. Polar plunges and splashes happen this time of year all over the world. 

Please consider bringing a pack of new socks to the Polar Splash! to donate to Justin Rudd's "Sock It to 'Em" sock drive for the homeless.


What Happens at the Polar Splash?

With 64 degrees under cloudy skies and 57-degree water, about 150 braved the first Long Beach Polar Splash in Jan. We'll do it again on third Saturday of Jan., following the 30-Minute Beach Cleanup. The cleanup and Polar Splash will be near 1 Granada Ave., next to Rosie's Dog Beach. Justin Rudd's nonprofit Community Action Team (CAT) will be donating $5 to various area charities (pre-registered groups of 20 or more) for every person that participates in the 10 a.m. cleanup and then plunges into the Pacific at 10:40 a.m., up to $2,000. More details below.

Long Beach Polar SplashBasically, on the word "go" from the organizers, the group of people will scamper into the water to submerse themselves, and then make a quick retreat.

The whole process happens within minutes or seconds. Bring your cameras to document the fun, and post your photos on social media.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is a polar plunge or polar splash?
A: A traditional, annual event where people enter a body of water in cold weather (often on New Year's Day) to raise money or awareness for various causes

Q: How cold will the water be in Long Beach?
A: 55-59 degrees

Q: How do I sign up?
A: Just be arrived by 10:30 a.m. and get signed-in on-site.

Q: What happens if it's raining?
A: We still do it. The charities are depending on us to help them raise this money.


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