With a vibrant backdrop of crystal-clear skies and the sapphire-blue Atlantic, the Rotary Club of South East Nassau (RCSEN) recently held its fifth Annual Polar Bear Swim at Jaws Beach. This fun-filled event combined fellowship, excitement, and philanthropy, with participants raising sponsorships to support the Club’s community service projects.
Twenty brave individuals—including RCSEN members, directors, and long-time supporters—took the plunge into 75°F waters, joined by Axl, the popular potcake, and several members of the Nassau Hash House Harriers Club, who have been part of the event since 2021. In a fun twist, international visitors at the beach enjoyed the swim, eager to experience the thrill and learn more about Rotary’s mission.
Although the water temperature was in the mid-70s, it still provided a brisk challenge, making the Polar Bear Swim a true test of endurance by local standards. The event raised funds for the Club’s operations and showcased the fun spirit that defines Rotary. Participants embodied the commitment to service and enjoyment with each splash. RCSEN has adopted a “5th Challenge” to the Rotary Four-Way Test- “Will it be FUN?”
A celebrated photo opportunity to acknowledge the ongoing legacy of the Rotaract Club of South East Nassau Centennial (RCSENC), as former Rotaractors and now seasoned Rotarians currently holding senior roles in the Club also participated. The RCSENC will celebrate its 20th Anniversary in February 2025.
“The Polar Bear Swim is more than a fundraiser; it’s a celebration of fun, fellowship, and community,” said Kelly-Anne Frendo, Environment Director and founder of the event. “We are incredibly grateful to all who participated and supported this event, enabling us to continue our important community work.”
For more information about RCSEN’s projects and how to get involved, please visit www.rcsen.org.
