We heard Blackbeard guffaw among the splashing crew coming ashore at Fisherman's Beach at Tuedsay's plunge.
Do you hear Blackbeard in our video of the 2013 Polar Plunge? Let us know, in the comments box below, the second mark where you hear it. The seconds tick off to starboard (right) at the bottom of the video. You will hear whoops, chuckles, splashes and screams. You will also hear an "aaaarggghh har-har," the familiar pirate's call. Blackbeard was a real fellow, according to Wikipedia. Born Edward Teach, about 1680, he practiced his sea-going thuggery in the West Indies and off the coast of the American colonies. For all his fearsome appearance — he reportedly wore his beard braded in pigtails and lighted matches under his hat — he ruled with the assent of his crew. And there is no documentation that he ever harmed a captive. He seemed to…
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Swampscott family extends their thanks to those who took part in the 2013 Polar Plunge.
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Friday, January 4
The family of David Whelan would like to thank the hundreds of people from the Swampscott community and beyond that participated in the Seventh annual Polar Plunge. It was our first plunge and we were amazed by the number of people and the outpouring of support. Despite the frigid temperatures, everyone appeared to be having a great time. Special thanks to the Polar Plunge Committee for nominating the Whelan family this year, the Swampscott Yacht Club and everyone else who helped make this such an extraordinary event. Hilary, Trevor and I are extremely grateful and truly humbled by your support and generosity. Thank you!
Some 500 people gathered at Fisherman's Beach on New Year's Day at 11 a.m. About half took a saltwater bath.
Some 500 people gathered at Fisherman's Beach on New Year's Day at 11 a.m. About half took a saltwater bath.
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Elise Scanlan
9:37 am on Sunday, January 6, 2013
I think I picked it up at 38 secs. more ›