Get Cold, Get Wet At Annual Sloper Plunge In Southington

SOUTHINGTON, CT — Many of us are looking forward to jumping in a lake this summer, given how bad this winter has been in the snow and cold department.

But many this Saturday, Feb. 28, will also be jumping in a lake amid the snow and cold ... and all for a good cause.

The Southington-Cheshire Community YMCA will host its annual “Sloper Plunge” on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, at 1 p.m. at YMCA Camp Sloper, 1000 East St. A weather-related makeup date is scheduled for March 7.

The fundraising event invites individuals and organizations to take a winter dip to support Camp Sloper, the longtime summer camp serving children in Southington and Cheshire.

Proceeds benefit camp programs.

Participants must be at least 18 years old as of Feb. 28, or 16 with parental consent.

Each participant is required to raise a minimum of $100 in sponsorships.

Pledges must be secured through the Sloper Plunge website or submitted on the day of the event. All participants must complete a signed waiver before entering the water.

Event organizers are encouraging residents to recruit friends, family members, and colleagues to take part and help support summer camp opportunities for local youth.

For more information, contact YMCA Camp Sloper at 860-621-8194.

For more information on the Sloper Plunge and to sign up and/or donate to a team, click on this link.

From Jan. 5: ' Southington, Cheshire Folks Urged To Take The 'Sloper Plunge'

For more information on Camp Sloper in Southington, click on this link.