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- “Just get it done”: Barry Murphy attempts his Third Triple Crown in the open water
Ahead of his swim across the Catalina Channel on 12 September, Irishman Barry Murphy tells Isaac Dubey about the incredible swims that have shaped his life, including “the hardest channel in the world”. - September in the swim community
NOWCA has a new swimming venue in Cambridge and Mental Health Swims encourages pool swimmers to join their community this autumn. - It’s the Big River Watch this week
During one of your swims this week (6-12 September) you can help provide a large-scale picture of river health by taking part in the Big River Watch. - The story behind the September front cover of Outdoor Swimmer magazine
Photo of swimmer in Lake Colchuck snapped by his daughter on a mobile phone makes front cover of Outdoor Swimmer magazine - Sandford Parks Lido looks to a sustainable future
Sandford Lido in Cheltenham is investing in a serious of ambitious environmental projects to secure its future. - Beyond The Breakers Open Water Swim Conference
Join swimmers from around the world in Massachusetts - Help map human cercarial dermatitis (swimmer’s itch) in the UK
Human cercarial dermatitis (HCD or swimmer’s itch) is a temporary, allergic contact dermatitis caused by the larvae of some species of marine or freshwater bird and mammal parasites. We need to know more about its distribution. - Jonty Warneken completes first swim around Jersey by an amputee
He may be missing one leg but that doesn’t stop him from tackling the toughest marathon swims, says Kate Steels - The Swimming Alliance calls for a fresh approach
The Swimming Alliance has called on the new government to put sport, recreation, and physical activity at the heart of its mission to promote health and well-being and address inequalities. - Islas Desertas and back again: a 60km swim through the Atlantic Ocean
We spoke with Mayra Santos shortly after she completed an epic marathon swim from Madeira to Islas Desertas and back again - First wave of tickets now on sale for Kendal Mountain Festival
Editor Ella will be back to host the Outdoor Swimming Session at this highly-anticipated autumn event in the Lake District. - Exciting plans for a disused reservoir near Bradford
Yorkshire Swim Works CIC has announced proposals for a 50m naturally-filtered pool at Kettlewell Reservoir and is seeking public consultation.