To try and blend in with the resident vikings I thought I would join the gf's father for an ice swim today. It's more of a quick dip than actually swimming, but with falling snow, 2 degrees below and a mild wind, it felt colder out of the water than in. The ice on the lake is about 4cm thick and the water hovering at 1.5 degrees above zero. You wouldn't want to stay in there for more than a few moments, but it wasn't too cold and it was quite an exhilarating experience.
There is a local club at the lake, and to be a member you must have a daily attendance of over 60% for two years for them to consider you. The clubhouse doesn't have a sauna or hot-tub so I don't see the point personally. Then again they do have a pick axe, which is quite useful at this time of year.
Do continue.
