This is the best way to start off the new year in Venice. Plunge into the brisk Pacific Ocean with family and friends.

Hosted by the Venice Penguin Swim Club.    When:   Every January 1st .  Sign up starts at 11:00am on the beach and there is no entry charge to participate.    The first man and woman to complete a 500-yard swim around a buoy and back will be crowned the penguin prince and princess.  Swim starts at 12:00 noon.

Location: Venice Breakwater…. at the end of Windward Ave

Check our past Venice Penguin swim galleries by Venice Paparazzi.  http://photos.venicepaparazzi.com/NEW-YEARS-DAY-VENICE-PENGUIN