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www.insideHALTON.com | OAKVILLE BEAVER | Thursday, November 28, 2013 | 30 Baby New Year a regular at annual charity dip continued from p.29 Strok, who is known to many regular dippers as Baby New Year, really gets into the spirit of the day. "I figure when people see me as Baby New Year, they'll remember that it's all for the Courage Brothers' Dip and to help support World Vision with a super great cause," he says. "I'm proud to help out in any way I can." Strok isn't the only one who remains tried and true to the dip's traditions. Chatham blues-rockers, That Whaling Band, have been providing live music for the event's patrons to enjoy since 2001. "It's wonderful to see regulars like John come back year after year and to have Whaling performing again at the dip," said event co-ordinator Cheryl Singleton. "They provide the perfect soundtrack to kick off the new year." The dip dates back to 1985 when founders Trent and Todd Courage were playfully dared by their mother to literally go jump in the lake. The Courage Polar Bear Dip has not only grown to see thousands of dippers join in for the fun of it, but also to take up the charitable cause of funding World Vision clean water The Chillin' Rockin' Polar Bears team, seen here, headed by Councillor Pam Damoff (front centre), is one of the many teams that take part in the annual Courage Polar Bear Dip at Coronation Park to raise money for water projects supported by World Vision. This year's event is set for Jan. 1, 2014. | submitted photo projects around the world. At this year's 29th annual Courage Polar Bear Dip, the fun begins at 12:30 p.m. with registration and live music, continues with the costume contest at 1:15 p.m. and culminates in the dip itself at 2 p.m. A post-dip party takes place at Tin Cup Sports Grill restaurant, 1540 North Service Rd. W., in Oakville. It is easier than ever to sign up, pay your registration fee, and invite friends to be part of your adventure online. You can also text COURAGE to 45678 to quickly donate $5 to the Courage Polar Bear Dip. For more information, visit www. polarbeardip.ca or email info@polarbeardip. ca. -- Submitted by the Courage Polar Bear Dip Buy direct from the factory Freshly roasted nuts, choice dried fruit, snacks, chocolate Plus all your baking needs We produce exquisite gifts and gourmet baskets for all your entertaining needs. 2351 Upper Middle Rd. E OAKVILLE · MON-FRI 10am-6pm · SAT 10am-5pm NEW LOCATION CUPE Airline Division Taking care of passengers 905-502-7700