Open Water Swimming Program
Open Water Swimming Program (OWS)
When: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Starting Date: Tuesday, June 6th, 2023
IMPORTANT INFO
- All swimmers participate at their own risk and must sign the participation waiver
- Permit Cost is $70; parking, beach admission, & a participation waiver are included
- The Open Water Swim wrist band and/or printed OWS permit must be presented at the beach entrance to gain access
- You can register for the permit by clicking the link above or here
- At the time of registration for a OWS Permit, you must also upload a copy of the signed waiver
- The waiver can be obtained by clicking the link above
- Waivers of swimmers under 18 years of age must have the signature of a parent of guardian and their waivers must be submitted on paper
- You will be notified via email if swimming will be cancelled due to weather, water temperatures, or other issues on the day of
SWIMMER INFO
- All swimmers must follow one of two designated courses and everybody swims in the same direction
- Brightly colored swim caps are mandatory for safety
- The "in-shore" course is a 1/2 mile rectangle and can be followed at your own pace
- The "off-shore" course is a 1 mile swim that extends 10ft. beyond the breakwater
- The "off-shore" group assembles outside the First Aid Office at 6:45PM and splashes together at 7:00PM sharp
- Rye Town Park posts lifeguards
