It's a brisk -8 degrees celsius in Toronto today, -11 in Ottawa and Calgary and probably not much warmer wherever you are reading this. It's hard to believe that one week from now Fellows and friends of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society will be plunging into pools of freezing water across Canada in support of the Society. People like FRCGS:
Dr. Lynn Moreman, Calgary, AB "I think geography education is sometimes like the polar plunge- it looks like it could be fun but there is a lot of fear and hesitation jumping in! Instead of tiptoeing in, I want educators to be able to plunge into geography topics" Sunniva Sorby, Comox, BC "I so enjoyed being on the Explore podcast which is such an inspiring and cool way for people all over to get a glimpse into the opportunities, ideas and people shaping our future.” Ned Bell, Vancouver, BC Ned Bell is a well-known Canadian culinary talent who has forged a path as a chef, sustainable seafood advocate, keynote speaker and educator. As one of the country’s leading chefs, he uses his voice, outgoing personality, and indomitable spirit to stand up for the world’s lakes, oceans, rivers, in addition to hyper-local farming sustainability through brand ambassador roles. Mark Terry, Toronto,ON Mark Terry, PhD, is a Fellow of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society. His filmmaking work includes the polar documentaries The Antarctica Challenge: A Global Warning and The Polar Explorer. Meredith Brown, Wakefield, QCMeredith, Riverkeeper Emeritus and Director of Special Projects for Canadian Geographic is no stranger to water. This year she is taking part in the RCGS Polar Plunge to raise funds knowing that Canadian the Explore Podcast takes listeners to places they’ve never been and inspires action to protect and restore the lands and waters we love and depend on.
We'd like to thank everyone who has already made a donation to the #RCGSPolarPlunge. And we’d like to ask those of you still considering making a donation to support the #RCGSPolarPlunge today - we need your help to reach our goal! By donating to the #RCGS Polar Plunge today you will be helping Canadian Geographic inspire the next generation of explorers, sharing stories that build understanding and helping address some of the most pressing challenges facing us as a country.
