The Brandywine Valley Association (BVA) will host its 4th Annual Brandywine Polar Plunge, February 12, 2011 at the Brandywine Picnic Park in West Chester, PA to raise awareness and support of their conservation work in the 330 square mile Brandywine Creek Watershed.
Participants collect at least $35.00 in donations from friends and family in exchange for braving the chilly Brandywine Creek in the middle of winter. The first 200 participants to register are guaranteed an official 2011 long sleeve t-shirt to commemorate the event. Team participation is encouraged. Prizes are awarded to: top individual fundraiser, largest group, group raising the most funds and best costume!
DATE: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2011 10:00AM Registration 11:30AM Plunge
LOCATION: BRANDYWINE PICNIC PARK, 690 South Creek Road, West Chester, PA 19382
“This is a fun way for everyone who enjoys the Brandywine throughout the year to get involved,” says Jim Jordan, BVA’s Executive Director and veteran plunger. Since 2008, over 600 people have taken the plunge and raised over $37,000 to protect and conserve our region’s natural resources. Organizers appreciate loyal community supporters and hope to grow event participation this year. Event info and registration is available at www.brandywinewatershed.org.
Generous support for this event is being provided by The North Face, CH&E Construction, Brandywine Valley Heating & Air Conditioning, Kyle’s Auto Tags & Insurance, Longwood Rotary/UHS Interact, WSFS Bank, Aztec Printing, Brandywine Picnic Park, Cabot Creamery Cooperative, Champion Specialty Advertising, DuPont Clear into the Future, Hickory House Catering, The Kennett Paper, Landmark Automotive Services Co., Starbucks Coffee Company, Superior Home Mortgage, TIKARO Interactive and Trail Creek Outfitters.
Brandywine Valley Association
Over the past six decades, BVA has pioneered innovative programs to improve and protect the water in the Brandywine Valley. Your leader in local watershed conservation & education, BVA offers programs for all ages and conducts environmental studies and projects to promote the restoration, preservation, conservation and enjoyment of our region’s natural resources.
