Penguin Plunge Rookery
Watch the rookery grow as more “penguins” participate each year. There’s always room for more... it’s a big ocean. Please join us for an invigorating start to your New Year!
2004 - The Inaugural Penguin Plunge
Before the Plunge... and... After
Penguin Plunge 2005
(Clockwise from left: Croatan High Representatives; Tabbie’s official Penguin Plunge Starter; 2005 Plungers heading to the surf; Participant displays his Penguin prize)
Penguin Plunge 2006
(Clockwise from left: Spectators and Penguins head seaward; 2006 Penguins ready to go; Photos with Gilbert after the Plunge)
Penguin Plunge 2007
(Clockwise from left: A refreshing dip in the chilly Atlantic; New Year decorations; Participants compare plunges.)
Penguin Plunge 2008
(Clockwise from left: Youngest participants; Gilbert oversees registration; Hooville stops by; The thrill and agony of the Penguin Plunge.)
Penguin Plunge 2009
(Clockwise from left: Cold Expressions; Sonny and Taylor; 120 Penguins; The COOL Registration Crew)
Penguin Plunge 2010
(Clockwise from top: New banner; Gilbert’s new friends; Penguins to the water; Star Wars encounter)
(Clockwise from top: Heading to the ocean; Freezin’ for a Reason; King Neptune wins costume contest; the Buddy System REQUIRED; Happy New Year!)
More Photos on the “Penguin Plunge” Facebook Page...
Penguin Plunge 2011
(Clockwise from top: Family commitment; The Birthday Girl and Friends; Record Crowds Rushing In; The Newlyweds Tied the Knot and Took the Plunge!)
Penguin Plunge 2012
