"A variety of monsters, Roman soldiers, and a few hearty Bostonians made their way to the beach this morning for a dip in the ocean. Since 1904, the L Street Brownies polar bear club in South Boston has held the annual polar plunge on the first day of the new year. Hundreds of people run into the chilly cold water of Dorchester Bay on the morning of Jan. 1 in various stages of dress or undress, from traditional swimwear to unique costumes."
"Members of the Greater Boston Firefighters Pipe and Drum lead the parade of revelers to the beach. (Jessica Rinaldi/Globe Staff) Revelers make their way to the beach to take the plunge during a snowstorm. (Photo by Joseph Prezioso / AFP via Getty Images) People stroll through the snow as they make their way to the water. (Jessica Rinaldi/Globe Staff) Revelers dressed as Roman soldiers run into the ocean during a snowstorm."
The L Street Brownies polar bear club held its annual New Year polar plunge in South Boston on Jan. 1, continuing a tradition that began in 1904. Hundreds of participants entered the chilly Dorchester Bay waters in a range of attire from traditional swimwear to elaborate costumes. A parade led by the Greater Boston Firefighters Pipe and Drum preceded the plunge. Revelers ran and dove into the ocean amid a snowstorm, with scenes including people dressed as Roman soldiers and classic monsters, followed by celebrations and reactions in the cold water.
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