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Swim for Grand Traverse Bay

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At a Glance:

  • Date: 9 Aug, 2025 12AM

  • Location: 13133 S W Bay Shore Drive, Traverse City, MI, 49684, US

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Details:

Celebrate clean, healthy water in Grand Traverse Bay with a unique open water swim event on Saturday, August 9, 2025, to benefit The Watershed Center Grand Traverse Bay, a non-profit that works to protect the bay and its 1,000-square-mile watershed.

The location of the sixth 2-mile bay swim begins has yet to be determined. 

Whether you’re a serious swimmer looking for a timed event, a triathlete wanting to practice in open water, a recreational swimmer setting a personal goal for your swimming, or someone passionate about water quality and making a difference locally, the Swim for Grand Traverse Bay is an exciting, challenging, and fun celebration of clean and healthy water in our region.  

The Swim for Grand Traverse Bay is a fundraiser for The Watershed Center, a nonprofit that advocates for clean water in Grand Traverse Bay and acts to protect and preserve the bay's watershed. Each swimmer is responsible for raising at least $150, though no fundraising experience is required - we'll support you on your fundraising journey with tools, templates, and tips.

Events:

Swim for Grand Traverse Bay

  • Distance: 2 Miles
  • Start: 8/9/2025 07:00
  • Sign up window: 9 Nov, 2024 8AM - 8 Aug, 2025 12PM
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Support Paddler

  • Distance: 2 Miles
  • Start: 8/9/2025 07:00
  • Sign up window: 9 Nov, 2024 8AM - 8 Aug, 2025 12PM
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Race details and prices subject to change at the race organizers’ discretion.


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