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.
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Thousands of people are expected to join the Coney Island Polar Bear Club for their annual New Year's Day swim in the frigid Atlantic Ocean. The event is free and open to the public, and swimmers can sign up online through New Year's Eve or in-person on New Year's Day, but advance sign-up and donations of at least $30 are encouraged. While supplies last, participants who raise more than $50 will receive a limited-edition Polar Bear Plunge beanie.