The 2027 Plunge

The Plunge is our biggest fundraiser of the year, helping to fund our environmental education programs, including Kids in the Creek. Celebrating its 29th year, this multi-week program is a wonderful example of community partnership and support with the goal to educate, inspire, and engage the next generation of environmental leaders and stewards.

Location: Lake Junaluska / Lakeside Pool

Directions: 77 Memory Ln, Lake Junaluska, NC 28745

Funds will also support Haywood Waterways' many other community education activities that raise awareness of clean water and its values for agriculture, wildlife, recreation, the economy, and human health and well-being.

Register now to raise funds as an individual, a team, or support either through a donation!

The cost is $25 to plunge for non HWA Members (free to HWA members), free for children 17 and under.

HWA Memberships start at $25; become a member today at www.haywoodwaterways.org

Payment occurs at check in from 11:00 - 11:30am the day of the event. 

If you donate to or join a team, your plunge costs will be waived; same for business sponsors, your team may Plunge for free!

Each plunger will receive a certificate for a hot drink at the Crepe and Custard / the onsite restaraunt for the pool.

Also, the first 100 plungers receive a HWA tote bag!

Restrooms are available to change out of wet clothes, we recommend bringing a towel and sandals.

If my team donates via cash or checks, can I bring this amount to the event? 

Yes! We would ask you give us a heads up two days before the event (Feb 8th) so we can ensure your team or individual campaign is in the running for top prizes. We can also update your team page to account for cash or check donations, simply email us and we'll take care of it!

If I sign up to raise funds, does that count as an entry fee? 

Raising funds qualifies for a free entry. Simply let us know and we'll find you in our database. If you raised cash or check, please bring the donations to check in the day of the event.

Do I need to sign a waiver/liability form? 

Yes. All those who are plunging will be required to sign a waiver and liability form, which will be available to fill out and sign at the event. 
Children 17 and under will need their parent's permission to plunge and sign the form on their behalf. 

Haywood Waterways Association is a 501(c)(3) not for profit organization. All donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law (Tax ID: 56-2108874). Financial information and a copy of our license is available from the State Solicitation Licensing Branch at 919-807-2214; the license is not an endorsement by the State.