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New Year’s Day Polar Bear swims are a Vancouver tradition dating back to 1920. Here are seven places around Vancouver to take a chilly dip to ring in 2023.
Polar Bear Swim Tips Bring warm clothes and keep them on until it’s time to swim. Wear a costume. It’s more fun that way. Don’t forget your camera! Use a waterproof case to protect it. Consider wearing water shoes or sandals. The beaches can be rocky. Spend just a few minutes in the water. Your body cools down 25 times faster in water than it does in air. Pack a towel, warm clothes, and a
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