Take a Winter Dip into the Ocean and Support BHI
Join us as we dip into the ocean this winter!
Believe it or not, there are some great benefits to cold water dips:
- Boosts your immune system
- Gives you a natural high
- Improves your circulation
- Burns calories
- Reduces stress
And it’s a great way to help raise money for teens struggling with substance use.
Ask your friends to support you as you dip into the ocean this winter.
Plunging For Teen Addiction
Cape Cod News editorial staff
11 April, 2025 – HARWICH, MA – From November through April the Atlantic’s freezing waters harvest more than fish. Behavioral Health Innovators challenges winter dippers to raise funds for teens with substance use challenges. One of the dippers is Janis McGrory in Harwich, who lost her daughter Liz to the opioid crisis. Janis says the image of who an addict is needs to change.
Bob Wirtshafter is congratulated as he prepares to take his 73rd winter dip – this year! Since his involvement with BHI began six years ago, Bob has completed almost 450 Winter Dips, raising $175,000 for Cape & Island teens struggling with mental health and/or substance use issues. Accompanying him on the last plunge of this season is BHI Treasurer Lyn Cason (left) and BHI Co-Founder, CEO Stephanie Briody.
