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  • Jim “The Shark” Dreyer Turns Back in Attempt to Swim Across Lake Michigan | CBS Chicago

    Sep 5, 2024

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    in Open Water

    A marathon swimmer abandoned his latest attempt to cross Lake Michigan on Wednesday, after about 40 hours in the water.

  • The Real Story Behind the Women’s 10km Open Water at Paris With Sharon and Moesha | Effortless Swimming

    Sep 4, 2024

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    rokur
    in Open Water

    The women’s 10km open water race at the Paris Olympics was a thrilling and grueling event that saw Sharon Van Rouwendaal of the Netherlands and Moesha Johnson of Australia showcase extraordinary endurance and strategy. Taking out the gold and silver medals, Sharon and Moesha put together a race for the ages. In this episode, we dive into the details of the race and how it played out.

  • Swimming Lessons at Private Homes May Be Allowed in Mount Pleasant in the Future | WCBD News 2

    Sep 4, 2024

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    rokur
    in Learn To Swim, Organization

    Swimming lessons at private homes may be allowed in Mount Pleasant in the future

  • Man Pleads Guilty in Death of Ben Kredich, Son of UT Swimming Director | WATE 6 On Your Side

    Sep 4, 2024

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    rokur
    in Crime

    The man accused of fatally striking Ben Kredich while driving under the influence has been sentenced, according to the Knox County District Attorney’s office.

  • How Cold Swimming Helped Two Kiwi Women Overcome Tragedy | TVNZ+

    Sep 4, 2024

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    rokur
    in Health, Ice Swimming

    Most people deal with loss in life, but some get slammed with one tragedy after another. That’s been the case for both Nic Russell and Sarah Luxon.

    They bonded over the extraordinary coincidences they shared, the pain they experienced and how each took to outdoor swimming to help wash it away. Gill Higgins joins them as they plan to finally meet in Lake Tekapo’s icy waters.

  • St. Louis-Area Pools Are Hosting End-Of-Summer Dog Swim Events | KDSK News

    Sep 4, 2024

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    rokur
    in Nature

    The dog days of summer are over, which means the end of the swim season at St. Louis-area pools and aquatic centers is also swiftly approaching. Many pools are celebrating the end of the season by giving pups a chance to take a plunge.

  • Swim South Florida: Swim Program Offers Free Classes for Children in Miami | WPLG Local 10

    Sep 4, 2024

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    rokur
    in Learn To Swim, Organization, Safety

    The “Learn to Swim” program in Miami offers free swim classes for children

  • Jim Dreyer Will Attempt to Swim Across Lake Michigan Again | WOOD TV8

    Sep 3, 2024

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    rokur
    in Open Water

    He will try again starting Monday night. (Sept. 2, 2024)

  • Michigan 10K Swim to Benefit Veteran Brain Health | CBS Detroit

    Sep 3, 2024

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    rokur
    in Charity, Open Water

    Michigan veterans die from suicide at much higher rates than the rest of the population, according to recent Veteran Affairs data.

    The Step Up Foundation is working to prevent these deaths by funding research into veteran brain health. The 2024 “Find Your Way Home” swim in Grosse Ile will benefit the foundation.

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