2026 Swimmer Registration and Fundraising Details

Swimmer Registration Packet will include entry to the race of your choice, a race cap, finisher medal and a Special Edition SWAM Swim Cap. Event T-shirts will be for sale at the event.

Distances- Prerace Meeting at 07:00 Required

• 1K Individual Swim

• 5k Individual Swim

• 5K Team Memorial Swim (Not Timed)

• 10K Individual Swim

• 10k Relay (Teams of 3-5 swimmers)

Swimmer Qualifications: VERY IMPORTANT!!

• In good health and capable of making the swim distance.

• Strong enough swimmer to complete the race in under 4 hrs and 15 minutes.

• Individuals 18+ must be a member of US Masters swimming. Please provide your number when registering or purchase a one day membership.

Recognition & Awards

• Awards will be presented to the following finishers: top 3 men and women in each distance group in the individual categories and to the top 3 relay teams.

• Special Awards will given to fastest overall swimmers in each distance.

• Special Recognition will be given to top fundraisers.

General Rules and Details for All Swimmers

• Assistive devices, including masks, fins, snorkels, swim buoys and paddles are NOT allowed. You will be disqualified from placing in all races.

• Must complete the race in under 4 hrs and 15 minutes.

• Open water safety buoys are allowed.

• Swimmers are NOT permitted to wear headphones during the race.

• We suggest you bring your own nutrition since all swimmers have different needs.

• USAT Wetsuit rules apply for use of wetsuits.

US Masters Water Temp and Wetsuit Guidelines

• 60°F-66°F (Quite cool) - Thermal Plan for Cold Water Swims is RECOMMENDED

• 66°F-72°F (Fairly cool) - Thermal Plan for Cold Water Swims is ENCOURAGED

• 72°F-78°F (Cool) - No Thermal Plan required

• 78°F-82°F (Optimal) - Heat-retaining swimwear & neoprene caps are not permitted above 78°F.

1K, 5K and 10K Individual Swim Details

• Beach start…timing chips must go over start/finish.

• Out and back course (see map).

• Swim in clockwise direction…always stay on left of buoys.

• Large buoy at each distance turn around.

• There will be support boats stationed at the 5K and 10K turnarounds with water and some food. You can also but your own nutrition on these boats before the prerace meeting begins.

• Paddlers and support boats will be along the course for safety and support. ALL Paddlers and Support Boats must register through the Volunteer Registration.

10K Team Relay Details

• Beach start for all relay swimmers. One timing chip per team which will be transferred between swimmers.

• Team members not swimming will remain on beach.

• Each lap equals .31 miles or .5K (20 laps equal 10K) (see map).

• Swimmer must cross start/finish time pad at the beginning of each lap.

• Every swimmer needs to swim at least one lap.

• There will be paddlers along the route for your safety

5K Team Memorial Swim (Not Timed)

Team Honor The Fallen and Team End The Stigma

• Not required to be a member of US Masters swimming

• Each swimmer will take turns pulling a kayak in honor of a Fallen NH Service Member or to End The Stigma of Veteran Suicide. Total distance is 5K. This swim will not be timed.

•  Support boats available for swimmers to rest while not pulling the kayak.

Incentives will be based on fundraising completed by7/11 (incentives MUST be picked up at the swim event). Remember, EVERYONE can fundraise, not just swimmers!

• SWAM Challenge Coin for any individual who raises at least $25

• SWAM T-Shirt for any individual who raises at least $100

• SWAM Hat for any individual who raises at least $250

• SWAM Swim Towel for any individual who raises at least $500

• SWAM Swimmer Kit for any individual who raises at least $1,000

• SWAM Bag for any individual that raises at least $2,500

• 2 Passes to Mission 250 at Tuscan Village on July 12, 2026 for any individual who raises at least $5,000. 

*Please be prepared to show your latest fundraising on your phone

US Masters Sanctioned Race

• All swimmers over the age of 18 MUST be a US Masters Member

• One Event Memberships are available at registration for $20 (Full Membership is available at USMS website)

• If you are already a Member of US Masters Swimming you will be required to enter your membership number during registration process.

• You will be eligible for a special US Masters swimming series…more info to come.

U.S. Masters Swimming is a national nonprofit that provides membership benefits to nearly 60,000 Masters swimmers across the country. USMS encourages adults to enjoy the health, fitness, and social benefits of swimming by providing more than 2,000 adult swimming programs and events across the country, including open water and pool competitions. To join or find out more, please visit: https://www.usms.org/join-usms/join-or-renew