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First Day: First Dip Polar Plunge

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A First Dip in the ocean is set for 2 p.m. at the Ninth Street Beach. About 600 enthusiastic bathers usually show up for a spirited but brief encounter with the ocean. All bathers receive a "Beach Nut" certificate signifying that they have braved the chill waters.

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