A new event starts at the Wonder Bar and Grill on the bay in Atlantic City and circles a small island at the foot of Iowa Avenue. Wetsuits will be allowed but those swimmers will not be eligible for awards. Race application June 24 Plunge for Patients. Registration starts at 6 a.m. at the Mariner's Landing beach tents. Wetsuits are encouraged.
Bus rides to start and finish of the long races.
Amusement piers make great landmarks for navigation. June 29 Independence Day 1-Mile Bay Swim. Don't be lulled into a false sense of security thinking the bay is flat and pool-like. Tidal currents always make this one tough. July 8 King of the Pier Swim.