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Wikipedia: Ice Swimming - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ice_swimming
Gives an account of the different practices in several countries, with an explanation of how holes are kept open in the ice. |
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Bondi Icebergs - http://www.icebergs.com.au/
Founded in 1929 in Sydney, Australia, the swimming club presents details of its facilities, events and history, with membership form and merchandise for sale. |
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Coney Island Polar Bear Club - http://www.polarbearclub.org/
Features photographs, history, and details of club activities, with FAQ and merchandise. New York, USA. |
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Jacksonport Polar Bear Club - http://doorbell.net/pbc/
Includes pictures of annual swims, instructions, tips and articles. Wisconsin, USA. |
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Winterschwimmen und Eisbaden - http://www.winterschwimmen.de/
German club provides photographs and several pages in English, including the health benefits and history of the sport. |
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World Winter Swimming Championships - http://www.slsc.org.uk/wwsc2008/
Held in the United Kingdom in February 2008. Provides details of events, accommodation, rules, and FAQ. |
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Cold Water Therapy - http://www.alliancemartialarts.com/cold.html
A martial arts perspective on the benefits of icy water, with photographs and suggestions for a procedure to follow. |
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Winter Swimming - http://practices.swami-center.org/page_42.shtml
Examines the benefits from a spiritual perspective, and provides a video to download. |
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Toronto Winter Swimming Club - http://www.winterswim.com/
Canadian group provides photographs and video of members in action, with dates of swims at Cherry Beach. |
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Ice swimming cure-all claims - http://tvnz.co.nz/view/news_health_story_skin/682112
A news report from New Zealand evaluates the benefits claimed by enthusiasts, and outlines research findings. |