Swim Across America 2024
When: August 24, 2024 at 7:00am
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10:00am
Location: Alpine Lake
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Since its inaugural event at Innsbrook in 2016, Swim Across America St. Louis has raised over $1,000,000 to support cutting-edge research and clinical trials at St. Louis’ Siteman Cancer Center, with Team IBK consistently the top fund-raising participating team.
Swimmers of all ages and skill levels are invited to take part in the 9th annual Open Water Event, held on beautiful Alpine Lake. “Angel Swimmers” to accompany less experienced swimmers are available on request the day of the event. Olympic Gold Medalist Ryan Held will be among the guests of honor.
Distances: .5 mile, 1 mile, 2 miles
Not a swimmer? You can participate virtually with the activity of your choice through SAA My Way! Learn more here.
If you are interested in participating as a volunteer, please contact Volunteer Director Marc Lindauer at marclindauersaa@gmail.com.
For any other info, please contact Event Co-Director Denise Wilson at denisew@swimacrossamerica.org.
Join Team IBK and help us Make Waves to Fight Cancer. Register, volunteer or donate at www.swimacrossamerica.org/stlouis
Schedule for Saturday, August 24:
- 7:00-8:00 a.m.: Check-in
- 8:00 a.m.: Angel Swimmer orientation & pairing up with swimmers (at Wavemaker tent)
- 8:15 a.m.: Group Photo (everybody!) in front of the stage
- 8:20 a.m.: Swimmer Safety Talk & Welcome.
- 8:30 a.m.: Greetings / Introductions of Olympians/ Recognitions
- 9:00 a.m.: National Anthem / 2 Mile Swim Starts
- 9:10 a.m.: 1 Mile Swim Starts
- 9:20 a.m.: 0.5 Mile Swim Starts
Learn more about and register for Swim Across America here.