Gulf Shores, AL -- Take the Plunge into the Gulf of Mexico for a non-traditional, family friendly, Polar Bear Dip in Gulf Shores. The Kiwanis Club of Gulf Shores and the Alabama Law Enforcement Torch Run presents the Fourth Annual Polar Bear Dip at high noon on Thursday at the Gulf Shores Public Beach in front of The Hangout.

All participants will be treated to a great post-dip party at The Hangout with complimentary chili (for those who braved the cold waters and while supplies last) and live music by Grayson Capps and The Lost Cause Minstrels.  Of course, all the football bowl games will be shown on the Hangout's 20-plus TV screens. 

Polar Bear Dip souvenir T-shirts will be available for $15 and 100 percent of the proceeds benefit the Gulf Shores Kiwanis Club and Alabama Special Olympics. Both organizations will be accepting charitable contributions at the event.