Scenes from the Alarc 2013 Polar Plunge, Excelsior MN

The temperature at jump time was 10 below zero. The frigid stillness was daunting and kept most of the spectators relaxed and warm in the nearby lounge. Mixing with the crowd and the press was the founder, Bill Wenmark, who exhibited a congeniality that gave the event a personal charm. This was his, and two others, 20th jump. He displayed his achievement with an "Orca 20" hooded warming robe. Very handsome. ALARC founder Bill Wenmark Just before his 23rd dive. Under the cool and watchful eye of the Southlake Minnetonka Police.