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February 2, 2013

Seventh Annual Polar Plunge

People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.

Laura Simon
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. The lake's water temperature Saturday was 28 degrees. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics. Each team has to raise a minimum of 75 dollars to participate.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. The lake's water temperature Saturday was 28 degrees. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics. Each team has to raise a minimum of 75 dollars to participate.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. The lake's water temperature Saturday was 28 degrees. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics. Each team has to raise a minimum of 75 dollars to participate.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. The lake's water temperature Saturday was 28 degrees. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics. Each team has to raise a minimum of 75 dollars to participate.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. The lake's water temperature Saturday was 28 degrees. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics. Each team has to raise a minimum of 75 dollars to participate.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. The lake's water temperature Saturday was 28 degrees. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics. Each team has to raise a minimum of 75 dollars to participate.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com Team Kelso Krazies pose for a photo inside their arc Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com Team Kelso Krazies pose for a photo inside their arc Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People prepare to plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People prepare to plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. The lake's water temperature Saturday was 28 degrees. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics. Each team has to raise a minimum of 75 dollars to participate.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. The lake's water temperature Saturday was 28 degrees. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics. Each team has to raise a minimum of 75 dollars to participate.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People prepare to plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People prepare to plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com The Belly Whoppers pose for a photo Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com The Belly Whoppers pose for a photo Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. The lake's water temperature Saturday was 28 degrees. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics. Each team has to raise a minimum of 75 dollars to participate.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. The lake's water temperature Saturday was 28 degrees. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics. Each team has to raise a minimum of 75 dollars to participate.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com Members of team Looney Tunes pose for a photo Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com Members of team Looney Tunes pose for a photo Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. The lake's water temperature Saturday was 28 degrees. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics. Each team has to raise a minimum of 75 dollars to participate.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. The lake's water temperature Saturday was 28 degrees. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics. Each team has to raise a minimum of 75 dollars to participate.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. The lake's water temperature Saturday was 28 degrees. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics. Each team has to raise a minimum of 75 dollars to participate.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. The lake's water temperature Saturday was 28 degrees. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics. Each team has to raise a minimum of 75 dollars to participate.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People prepare to plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People prepare to plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com Members of the Cape Girardeau Fire Department prepare for the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com Members of the Cape Girardeau Fire Department prepare for the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. The lake's water temperature Saturday was 28 degrees. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics. Each team has to raise a minimum of 75 dollars to participate.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. The lake's water temperature Saturday was 28 degrees. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics. Each team has to raise a minimum of 75 dollars to participate.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com The Cape Girardeau Roller Girls pose for a photo Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com The Cape Girardeau Roller Girls pose for a photo Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com Josh Tomlin and Susan Layton pose for a photo Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com Josh Tomlin and Susan Layton pose for a photo Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. The lake's water temperature Saturday was 28 degrees. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics. Each team has to raise a minimum of 75 dollars to participate.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. The lake's water temperature Saturday was 28 degrees. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics. Each team has to raise a minimum of 75 dollars to participate.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com People plunge into the cold waters of Lake Boutin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park. Thirty-six teams totaling 291 people took the annual plunge that benefits Special Olympics Missouri.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com Members of the Cape Girardeau Fire Department chill the already cold water of Lake Boutin with bags of ice Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park.
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com Members of the Cape Girardeau Fire Department chill the already cold water of Lake Boutin with bags of ice Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 2013 during the Polar Plunge at Trail of Tears State Park.
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