AURORA | Aurorans can show their support for Colorado’s intellectually disabled athletes by braving the chilly waters of the Aurora Reservoir and tackling a 5-kilometer run April 6.
Special Olympics Colorado is hosting the morning 5K and reservoir swim, part of a series of statewide Polar Plunge events aspiring to raise $730,000 for Special Olympics Colorado’s 23,000-plus athletes.
A news release said participants are encouraged to dress in costumes, coordinate themes with friends and bring their creativity to bear on Saturday.
Registration will open at 9 a.m. Participants must raise at least $35 to run the 5K, which will begin at 10 a.m. For the 11 a.m. plunge into the reservoir, the fundraising minimum is $80, or $50 for students and Special Olympics Colorado athletes.
Members of the public can learn more and register for the event at buff.ly/3VJDU8p