Great race for a great cause. The 2.25-mile race usually starts in Ocean City and ends in Somers Point. This year the race starts at Kennedy Park in Somers Point and loops back to the same beach for the finish. Wetsuits are allowed. Benefits research of Alzheimer's Disease.
Strategy counts as the swim includes tides, currents and some navigational decisions.
July 28 Ocean City Masters Swim. This is probably the premier event of the summer, at least in terms of numbers and quality of swimmers. It's the height of the summer and there are always plenty of young hotshots in town on this Saturday night. Registration starts about 5 p.m. at the 34th Street lifeguard tent. Separate men's and women's races with cash prizes.