Maryland Swim for Life

• Date: July 11, 2009
• Address: , Chestertown, Maryland Get directions
• Country: United States
• Race type: Swim (Other)
• Distances:
• Organization: District of Columbia Aquatics Club
• Website: http://www.swimdcac.org/Swim4Life.html
• Contact email: [email protected]
• Description: DCAC will sponsor the 18th Annual Maryland Swim for Life on Saturday, July 11, 2009.
  
  This annual fundraiser begins and ends at Rolph's Wharf on the Chester River, which is one of the Chesapeake Bay's most beautiful tributaries.
  
  Swimmers have the choice of swimming 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 miles and must raise a minimum of $100 to participate.
  
  Proceeds from the event benefit the Chester River Association along with various small local organizations that assist individuals and families affected by HIV/AIDS (see sidebar).
  
  The relatively warm water (2007 averaged ~70 degrees), minimal current, and many options for distance, makes this an ideal event for both first-timers and seasoned open water swimmers.
  
  This event has also become popular among the local triathlete community. Wetsuits are not required, but many participants wear them.
  
  
  
• Members who are scheduled to race: