Be Part of the Newfound Polar Plunge!

Get ready to make a splash for clean water at the 3rd Annual Newfound Polar Plunge, presented by Hiltz Aggregates and hosted by the Newfound Lake Inn as part of their Winterfest celebration! Brave the icy waters, or cheer on your friends, while raising critical funds for the Newfound Lake Region Association.

💙 All proceeds support NLRA’s year-round work protecting Newfound Lake and its watershed, including water quality monitoring, invasive species prevention, and conservation education.

How it Works

Sign up by creating your personal fundraising page.
Share your page with friends and family and ask them to support your plunge.
Take the plunge, in person at Winterfest or remotely, and celebrate a job well done!

We ask all participants to raise a minimum of $100 through donations made on their behalf.

Event Details

Location: Newfound Lake Inn Beachfront, 1030 Mayhew Turnpike, Bridgewater, NH
Date and Time: February 21st, 12:30 pm

The Polar Plunge takes place at Newfound Lake Inn’s Winterfest, which runs from 11am to 3pm.

Participants will jump into the icy waters for a quick, exhilarating plunge—then warm up and enjoy the Winterfest atmosphere!

Can’t make it to the main event? You can still take part!

No lake access required! Fundraise from anywhere and complete your own icy challenge—snow angels, cold showers, or creative alternatives encouraged.

Important Information

A signed liability waiver is required for all participants
Safety personnel will be on site
Costumes are encouraged (and celebrated!)

Questions? Contact Heidi at Heidi@NewfoundLake.org for help with registration, fundraising, or donations.

Thank you to our business sponsors! Become a sponsor.

Presenting Sponsor:

Arctic Champions:

Icebreaker Sponsor:

Frosty Friends:

Badger Peabody & Smith Realty

Echo Communications, Inc.

The Kelby Boutique Motel

MRS

Meredith Village Savings Bank

Newfound Toy Vault

Snowflake Sponsors:

Hannaford Supermarkets

LaValley Building Supply

Old Mill Properties

2026 Newfound Polar Plunge

By NEWFOUND LAKE REGION ASSOCIATION

2026 Newfound Polar Plunge

Take the Plunge for Newfound and help protect Newfound's clean, clear water! All proceeds benefit the Newfound Lake Region Association's mission to protect the Newfound Watershed.

Team Members