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16th Annual Penguin Plunge
Saturday, January 17, 2026 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Support The Humane Society of Pagosa Springs by raising money and plunging into the freezing cold San Juan River. If you’d rather just watch, you can donate to a plunger for our cause and enjoy the view from the San Juan Riverwalk. These brave souls don’t just jump in and get out, they have to REALLY plunge into the river! Watch the plungers as they preen and freeze when they float down the river and over Davey’s Wave.
To plunge on behalf of the animals, contact us at 970-264-5549 now! As a plunger, you will enjoy a free soaking pass to one of Pagosa’s hot mineral spa facilities along with other participant goodies and prizes, and the knowledge that your exhilarating effort will directly help many abandoned and homeless pets from Pagosa and Archuleta County.
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Viewing can be done from the Riverwalk across from the Visitor Center or the San Juan Overlook. Viewing from the parking lot of the Visitor Center is restricted to plungers and support crews. Don’t miss the fun!
Sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce

