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The Suffolk Times. The North Fork Polar Bears are kicking off their winter season this weekend by launching their first-ever coastal resiliency project at Truman’s Beach in Orient.

The Suffolk Times. The North Fork Polar Bears are kicking off their winter season this weekend by launching their first-ever coastal resiliency project at Truman’s Beach in Orient.

Northforker Magazine: CALM IN FROM THE COLD For four years now, Orient resident Patricia Garcia-Gomez says she hasn't missed a single day of swimming, no matter what the weather. "That includes snowstorms;' she says, "and any other possible weather w

Northforker Magazine: CALM IN FROM THE COLD For four years now, Orient resident Patricia Garcia-Gomez says she hasn't missed a single day of swimming, no matter what the weather. "That includes snowstorms;' she says, "and any other possible weather where you look outside and go, 'Yeah, no, I don't want to?"

We are AGEIST Magazine. Northfork Polar Bear co-founder Patricia Garcia-Gomez, 57: Stamina for All of Life’s Challenges – Years of daily open-water swimming, even in the winter months, has helped Patricia Garcia-Gomez cultivate both mental and physic

We are AGEIST Magazine. Northfork Polar Bear co-founder Patricia Garcia-Gomez, 57: Stamina for All of Life’s Challenges – Years of daily open-water swimming, even in the winter months, has helped Patricia Garcia-Gomez cultivate both mental and physical stamina.

The Suffolk Times. North Fork Polar Bears ‘Splash for CAST’ plunge returns Jan. 28 - North Forkers are preparing once again to bravely plunge into icy cold waters to help neighbors in need.

The Suffolk Times. North Fork Polar Bears ‘Splash for CAST’ plunge returns Jan. 28 - North Forkers are preparing once again to bravely plunge into icy cold waters to help neighbors in need.

East End Beacon. “This is a fun and invigorating way for everyone in our community to make a splash for CAST and Back to the Bays by supporting their important work – they do so much good for people on the North Fork and the incredible waters that b

East End Beacon. “This is a fun and invigorating way for everyone in our community to make a splash for CAST and Back to the Bays by supporting their important work – they do so much good for people on the North Fork and the incredible waters that bring us so much joy,” said Patricia Garcia-Gomez, co-founder of the North Fork Polar Bears.

Northforker Magazine. ICE, ICE, BABY: COLD PLUNGES CATCH FIRE ON THE NORTH FORK Whether it’s in trendy, tiny cold plunge pools, bathtubs filled with ice or the icy open waters of the Long Island Sound, more and more North Forkers are stripping down

Northforker Magazine. ICE, ICE, BABY: COLD PLUNGES CATCH FIRE ON THE NORTH FORK Whether it’s in trendy, tiny cold plunge pools, bathtubs filled with ice or the icy open waters of the Long Island Sound, more and more North Forkers are stripping down and stepping into ice cold water — a practice, many say, that can take a body from bone-chilling body shock to euphoric highs in a matter of minutes.

Northforker Magazine. ICE, ICE, BABY: COLD PLUNGES CATCH FIRE ON THE NORTH FORK “You feel like you’re gonna die. You think that every [organ] is gonna shut down. I mean, you see stars. It’s like vibrations going through your body for that first 30 to

Northforker Magazine. ICE, ICE, BABY: COLD PLUNGES CATCH FIRE ON THE NORTH FORK “You feel like you’re gonna die. You think that every [organ] is gonna shut down. I mean, you see stars. It’s like vibrations going through your body for that first 30 to 45 seconds,” says Cutchogue native Stephan Bogardus of what is known in certain circles as cold immersion therapy.

Dans Papers. Undeterred by the rain, the community came together in Southold to participate in the second annual Splash for CAST and Back to the Bays, organized by the North Fork Polar Bears. The event highlighted the resilience and generosity of the

Dans Papers. Undeterred by the rain, the community came together in Southold to participate in the second annual Splash for CAST and Back to the Bays, organized by the North Fork Polar Bears. The event highlighted the resilience and generosity of the North Fork Polar Bears in their commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of those in need.

The Suffolk Times. North Fork Polar Bear plunge raises more than $50,000 for CAST Hundreds of brave souls plunged into the Long Island Sound on Sunday all to help their neighbors in need. The North Fork Polar Bears, a cold-water swimming group with m

The Suffolk Times. North Fork Polar Bear plunge raises more than $50,000 for CAST Hundreds of brave souls plunged into the Long Island Sound on Sunday all to help their neighbors in need. The North Fork Polar Bears, a cold-water swimming group with more than 80 members, hosted its first-ever Splash for CAST at Truman’s Beach in East Marion.

East End Beacon. Taking the Splash for CAST In just a few short weeks in mid-January, the North Fork Polar Bears managed to rally hundreds of people to Truman’s Beach in East Marion for the inaugural “Splash for CAST” Jan. 29 to benefit the Center f

East End Beacon. Taking the Splash for CAST In just a few short weeks in mid-January, the North Fork Polar Bears managed to rally hundreds of people to Truman’s Beach in East Marion for the inaugural “Splash for CAST” Jan. 29 to benefit the Center for Advocacy, Support & Transformation.

Northforker Magazine IF YOU’VE ALWAYS WANTED TO PLUNGE, NOW’S YOUR CHANCE TO JUMP IN WITH THE NORTH FORK POLAR BEARS TO BENEFIT CAST! Warm drinks, beach fires, community spirit, and prizes for individuals and groups who raise the most money!

Northforker Magazine IF YOU’VE ALWAYS WANTED TO PLUNGE, NOW’S YOUR CHANCE TO JUMP IN WITH THE NORTH FORK POLAR BEARS TO BENEFIT CAST! Warm drinks, beach fires, community spirit, and prizes for individuals and groups who raise the most money!

The Suffolk Times. North Fork Polar Bears to host ‘Splash for CAST’ in East Marion - At 10 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 29, at Truman’s Beach in East Marion, the North Fork Polar Bears and anyone wanting to join them will plunge into the chilly winter water — n

The Suffolk Times. North Fork Polar Bears to host ‘Splash for CAST’ in East Marion - At 10 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 29, at Truman’s Beach in East Marion, the North Fork Polar Bears and anyone wanting to join them will plunge into the chilly winter water — no matter the weather — all for a good cause. “For a lot of members, including myself, this started as a pandemic activity,” said North Fork Polar Bears member Meg McGinnis. “In the past year, our group has grown so much, both in numbers and as a tight-knit community. For this reason, we wanted to do something to give back to our larger North Fork community.”

J.Crew Sporting Life with the North Fork Polar Bears–Meet the crew of close friends and intrepid Long Island locals who embrace taking a weekly ocean plunge—all year long.

J.Crew Sporting Life with the North Fork Polar Bears–Meet the crew of close friends and intrepid Long Island locals who embrace taking a weekly ocean plunge—all year long.

Patricia believes that anyone can become friends with winter water. Even those of you who just cringed and said to yourself: well, not me ...

Patricia believes that anyone can become friends with winter water. Even those of you who just cringed and said to yourself: well, not me ...

Northforker Magazine. In search of adventure and calm, North Fork Polar Bears community grows, with Sunday community swims, guided by Patricia Garcia-Gomez and David Snowdon-Jones.

Northforker Magazine. In search of adventure and calm, North Fork Polar Bears community grows, with Sunday community swims, guided by Patricia Garcia-Gomez and David Snowdon-Jones.

Northforker Magazine. Coolest Stories 2022: Getting up close with North Fork Polar Bears

Northforker Magazine. Coolest Stories 2022: Getting up close with North Fork Polar Bears