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🐴❄️ PONY RIDES FOR A GREAT CAUSE! ❄️🐴Bring the kids along to the Drakensberg Polar Bear Swim on 27 June and let them enj...
30/05/2026

🐴❄️ PONY RIDES FOR A GREAT CAUSE! ❄️🐴
Bring the kids along to the Drakensberg Polar Bear Swim on 27 June and let them enjoy a pony ride with the beautiful horses from Dragon Peaks Mountain Resort!

🕥 Time: 10:30 – 12:30
👧 For children under 12 years
💰 R50 per ride

Every pony ride helps raise funds for the Polar Bear Swim, so your little ones can have fun while supporting a great community event.

A huge thank you to Lynn Tungay, owner of the horses at Dragon Peaks Mountain Resort, for generously supporting this fundraiser.

Come ride, support, and help us make a big splash on 27 June! 🐎💙🐻‍❄️

A heartfelt thank you to Paul Ross, owner of Ardmore Guest Farm, and Danie Smit, Manager, for sponsoring and having thes...
25/05/2026

A heartfelt thank you to Paul Ross, owner of Ardmore Guest Farm, and Danie Smit, Manager, for sponsoring and having these stunning Polar Bear Swim towels made for us. What was once just a dream has now become a reality thanks to your generosity and support.

Ardmore Guest Farm is well known for its exceptional accommodation, warm hospitality, and delicious food, making it one of the Valley’s favourite destinations.

We are truly grateful for your support of the Drakensberg Polar Bear Swim Challenge!
Only 25 towels available at R300 each — secure yours before they are gone!

16/05/2026

🎶 We are excited to have Dave Atkinson as the DJ for this year’s Drakensberg Polar Bear Swim Challenge! 🐻‍❄️💦

Dave will be bringing great music, good vibes and plenty of energy to help make the day unforgettable while we support animal shelters.

Join us on 27 June at 11:00 and take the plunge for a cause! ❄️🐾

14/05/2026

At only 10 years old, Ziyanda is once again showing incredible courage and heart by taking part in this year’s Polar Bear Swim — and she is challenging all other children to join her!
This will be Ziyanda’s second year participating in the icy adventure to help make a difference for animals in need. Her bravery proves that you are never too young to create change, have fun, and inspire others.
Will you accept Ziyanda’s challenge and take the plunge this year? 🐻‍❄️💙

12/05/2026

The Polar Bear Swim is now just over a month away. Be sure to enter beforehand, book your accommodation early, and help make things move quicker and easier at the registration table on the day. Don’t leave it to the last minute — the countdown has begun!

09/05/2026

Time is ticking and the annual Polar Bear Swim is getting closer!
Have you made a difference yet through a donation, sponsorship, or support in any form? Every contribution helps bring change where it is needed most.
Be part of the movement, be part of the change… and while doing good, come and have some fun too!

🎧Calling All DJs! 🎶The Drakensberg Polar Bear Swim Challenge is looking for an energetic DJ to keep the vibe alive! ❄️🔥📅...
28/04/2026

🎧Calling All DJs! 🎶

The Drakensberg Polar Bear Swim Challenge is looking for an energetic DJ to keep the vibe alive! ❄️🔥

📅 Date: 27 June 2026⏰ Time: 09:00 – 15:00

Help us create an unforgettable atmosphere as brave swimmers take the plunge for a great cause!

If you’re keen to be part of this fun and meaningful event, please get in touch:📞 Belinda: 079 737 7282

Let’s turn up the music and the spirit! 🎵💙

Did you know that Roy Strydom—better known as the legendary “Papa Bear”—is one of the original characters of the Polar B...
28/04/2026

Did you know that Roy Strydom—better known as the legendary “Papa Bear”—is one of the original characters of the Polar Bear Swim? 🐻❄️
From the very first splash, Papa Bear has been right there in the icy water… not just participating, but often leading the charge! While most of us are still questioning our life choices at the water’s edge, Roy is already in—smiling, laughing, and somehow making it all look like fun.
Armed with his trademark sense of humour (and occasionally something to “keep the cold out” 🍺😉), he’s the guy who turns a freezing dip into a full-on celebration. Whether he’s rallying swimmers, cracking jokes, or simply showing up year after year, his energy is contagious.
At Dragon Peaks Mountain Resort, Papa Bear isn’t just a participant—he’s part of the tradition, the laughter, and the memories that keep everyone coming back.
Because let’s be honest… every Polar Bear Swim needs a Papa Bear to make it unforgettable! 🙌

🐻‍❄️ MAMA BEAR AT THE HEART OF THE SWIM 🐻‍❄️Ann Gray – fondly known as Mama Bear – will once again stand proudly to star...
27/04/2026

🐻‍❄️ MAMA BEAR AT THE HEART OF THE SWIM 🐻‍❄️
Ann Gray – fondly known as Mama Bear – will once again stand proudly to start the brave and icy Drakensberg Polar Bear Swim 💙

From the very beginning, she has been there – guiding, supporting, and inspiring every step of the way.
What began in 2000 at Dragon Peaks Mountain Resort in support of the Estcourt SPCA has grown into something truly extraordinary. From a humble sunset swim… to a powerful midday movement that brings together a community of courageous hearts.

For 20 incredible years, Ann poured her passion, energy, and compassion into this event – building not just a swim, but a legacy of hope for animals who cannot speak for themselves.

She has always been there. ✨

At the start line.
Behind the scenes.
In the heart of it all.

This is more than just cold water.
This is courage.
This is community.
This is compassion in action.

📅 27 June 2026
⏰ 11:00
📍 Dragon Peaks Mountain Resort, Drakensberg

She started it. We carry it forward.
Join us. Be brave. Make a difference. 🐾

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