Freezin' for a reason

Fundraising isn’t always for the faint-hearted. Each winter brings the opportunity for the bravest among us to leap into the icy waters of Keyhole Reservoir and raise money for Special Olympics Wyoming.

Save the date for this year’s icy leap: the Jackalope Jump will be taking place at the marina at Keyhole State Park on March 26, with registration beginning at 11 a.m. and the jump beginning an hour later.

Funds raised by the shivering swimmers will go towards the estimated 1600 Special Olympics athletes in this state through program costs including team uniforms, meals and sports equipment.

Compete as a team or individually. Raise $100 per person and you’ll earn a Jackalope Jump t-shirt and blanket; raise $750 per person to add a fleece jacket to your haul.

Awards will also be given out for the best costume, the largest group and the most funds raised for the event.

Special Olympics aims to offer people with intellectual disabilities the chance to learn, enjoy and benefit from participation in team and individual sports, adapted as necessary to meet their needs.

Not sure about the shivering? No problem, you can still donate to the event by visiting http://www.sowy.org/fundraising/jackalope-jump and choosing the Crook County jump.