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 June 2010
Annual Birch Bay Sand Castle Contest
Location: Birch Bay Waterfront
Time: TBA
Registration: TBA
Judging: TBA
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Get ready to dig in. It's amazing how with a little imagination the beach at Birch Bay transforms in to a series of sand castles and sand sculptures. Each takes on its own life in the form of sea life, castles, cars, dragons, people, shipwreck and more. Spectators will find participant using sand, water and any other natural materials found at the beach to construct their castles and sculptures. This event is open to individuals, teams, families.  There is no cost to participate and it proves to be a fun day on the beach! Come on out and let your imagination run wild on the beach.
Get ready to dig in. It's amazing how with a little imagination the beach at Birch Bay transforms in to a series of sand castles and sand sculptures. Be creative and build sand sculptures from geometric freeforms, sea turtles to alligators, mermaids to mythical castles, or your favorite pet. For more information, call the chamber office at (360) 371-5004.
Here are some links to web site information on building sand sculptures:
Sand Castle Central - Here you will find sand sculpture news, tips, instruction and photos -- useful information for sand castle fans and sand castle builders of all levels of expertise.
How To Build A Sand sculpture - General Tips
 July 17 & 18, 2010
31st Annual Birch Bay Discovery Days
Location: SeaLinks Golf Course, 7878 Birch Bay Drive
Time: Saturday: 10AM to 7PM xxx Sunday: 10AM to 5PM
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A great weekend for the entire family. Fun activities abound with a grand parade down Birch Bay Drive, arts and crafts fair (Saturday & Sunday) and a variety of food vendors. There's plenty of more to do this day; kite flying on the beach, clamming, wake boarding and more. Bring the entire family!
Saturday & Sunday, July 17 & 18, 2010
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Saturday, July 17, 2010
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 New Year's Eve - December 31, 2010
Annual Ring of Fire & Hope
Time: 7 PM all flares are lit around the bay!
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Location: Birch Bay shoreline from Birch Bay State Park
to Birch Bay Village
Revelers ringing in the new year start with lighting road flares along the Birch Bay shoreline. Anyone can participate. This is a spectacular sight as the bay becomes a ring of fire, signifying hope for the coming year. For a small donation, flares are usually available at the Birch Bay Visitor's Center, 7900 Birch Bay Drive.
Volunteers are needed for these events.
Please email the chamber if you would like to help out!
 January 1, 2011, New Year's Day
28th Annual Birch Bay Polar Bear Plunge
Location: Waterfront by Birch Bay Visitor Information Center,
7900 Birch Bay Drive
The Plunge: 12 Noon
Registration: 9:30 AM
Judging: 11:30 AM
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Started in 1982 by local residents on a dare, this annual ritual draws hundreds of participants and onlookers each year. The Polar BEar Plunge is becoming a destination spot for the the holiday. Participants come from as far away as Germany, Tokyo, Chicago, and British Columbia to plunge in to the bay's chilly water. There is no cost to take the plunge, but people who register receive "I Took The Plunge" certificate and hot beverages. "I Took The Plunge" commemorative T-shirts are available for purchase at $15/each.
Fun For Everyone: Participant's range from children to senior adults.
There are five judging categories with prizes for:
 Most Years Plunging
Oldest Participant
Youngest Participant
Best Individual Costume
Best Group Costume
(No awards are given for length of time in the water)
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