Would you 'bear all' to save one of the planets most beloved animals?
Dozens of people are going to do just that when they run naked around Yorkshire Wildlife Park to raise funds to save endangered polar bears.
The annual 'Bare All For Polar Bears' run is back for the fifth year, and brave souls are invited to get all of their kit off to help the campaign.
The run comprises of one lap around the Yorkshire Wildlife Park near Doncaster, which means the participants will get a good look at the lions, tigers, and bears while they're running.
The animals will get a good enough look at the runners too, as all the runners will be wearing is the polar bear mask that is provided!
Entry for the race costs £15.95 and it will take place on Friday, July 12 - the course is about 3/4 of a mile long.
Cheryl Williams, trustee of the Yorkshire Wildlife Park Foundation, said: “The Bare All event is a daring bit of fun and a fantastic way to raise awareness about the dwindling numbers of these great animals.”
“Entrants always have a smile on their face, at least, and they also raise funds for conservation causes.”
Polar bears are listed as a vulnerable species the IUCN Red List because of sea ice losses in the Arctic from global warming which have caused a loss of habitat and prey.
How do I get involved?
The race starts at 6:45pm on Friday, July 12, after the park has closed for the evening.
You can book your place on the Yorkshire Wildlife Park Foundation website.
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