Dolphin Dip logo design winner awarded

Congrats to Topsail High School student, Kaiya Scott, for winning the Dolphin Dip logo design contest! Kaiya's design will appear on all the 2012 Dip t-shirts.

The 10th annual Dolphin Dip Extravaganza!

Bigger and better than ever before — come and participate in what should be called “America's Biggest New Year's Day Swim Event.” More than 4,000 people are expected, so don’t be left out in the cold. Meet at Roland Ave. Beach Access in Surf City on January 1, 2012. The fun begins at 11 a.m. and the dip is at noon! Wear your bathing suit or a costume — prizes will be awarded for the top three costumes! For more information, visit dolphindip.net.

“The goal of the Dolphin Dip Foundation is simple. On New Years Day we bring people together to celebrate life. Cleanse the soul with a quick dip in Mother Ocean. Challenge yourself both mentally and physically. Overcome doubt, worry and fear. You achieve. You help yourself. You help others.”

• Dolphin Dip Dash 5k Beach Run

A cool new event has been added to this year’s Dolphin Dip Extravaganza — the Dolphin Dip Dash 5k Beach Run taking place at noon on Saturday, Dec. 31. The race will be run entirely on the beach! All runners are welcome to participate, as the event is a kid-friendly, walker-friendly event. Proceeds benefit Hope for the Warriors. For more race information, contact Rebecca at 910-526-9114 or rmoxey@bellsouth.net. Sign up online at http://its-go-time.com/dolphin-dip-dash-5k-december-31.