Narrow River Turnaround Swim
- Date Sat 21st June 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location North Kingston, Rhode Island
- Price $48.70
- Races 1 race
- Distances 1 Mile
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Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Narrow River Turnaround Swim on Saturday, June 21, 2025, in the picturesque setting of Kingston, Washington. This annual event, hosted by the Narrow River Preservation Association, invites swimmers to dive into one of Rhode Island's most stunning waterways for a captivating one-mile open water swim. Participants will embark on a half-mile journey out and back, starting at the URI Boathouse Flagg Rowing Center at 9:00 AM, rain or shine.
With a limit of just 150 participants, this event promises an intimate and thrilling experience for all. Swimmers must check in between 7:30 AM and 8:40 AM to receive their numbered swim cap, and a mandatory safety briefing will take place at 8:55 AM. Parking is conveniently provided at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, with continuous shuttle service to the starting point. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself while enjoying the beauty of nature! Register online before June 19 to secure your spot in this unforgettable swim adventure!
With a limit of just 150 participants, this event promises an intimate and thrilling experience for all. Swimmers must check in between 7:30 AM and 8:40 AM to receive their numbered swim cap, and a mandatory safety briefing will take place at 8:55 AM. Parking is conveniently provided at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, with continuous shuttle service to the starting point. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself while enjoying the beauty of nature! Register online before June 19 to secure your spot in this unforgettable swim adventure!
Organiser's Description
ANNUALLY IN LATE JUNE, NARROW RIVER PRESERVATION ASSOCIATION HOSTS A ONE MILE OPEN WATER SWIM IN ONE OF RHODE ISLANDS MOST SCENIC WATERWAYS.
2025 DETAILS:
WHEN: Saturday, June 21, 2025, 9:00am (rain or shine)
WHERE: URI Boathouse Flagg Rowing Center, 166 Walmsley Lane, North Kingstown, R.I. Parking at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1240 Boston Neck Rd., Narragansett RI 02882. Busing provided starting at 7:15 a.m.
REGISTRATION: Online only. Online registration closes at 6pm Thursday June 19. No day of registrations allowed.
ENTRY FEE: Includes 2025 Turnaround Swim T-shirt. Entry fees are non-refundable.
SWIM SPONSOR: Includes swim registration, one year NRPA membership and name listed on the 2025 Turnaround Swim publicity. Minimum $95
DISTANCE: One Mile (1/2 mile out and 1/2 mile back). Common start for wetsuit and non-wetsuit divisions.
LIMIT: 150 participants.
TIMING: Ankle chip timing and live results provided by New England Timing
CHECK IN: 7:30 to 8:40 a.m. No one will be admitted to the Turnaround Swim unless he or she has checked in and received a numbered swim cap by 8:40 a.m.
MAXIMUM TIME: Swimmers are given one hour to complete the swim.
MANDATORY SAFETY BRIEFING: 8:55 a.m.
SAFETY: Because of the uncertainty of weather conditions such as fog or lightning, the lifeguards and event committee reserve the right to cancel the event to ensure the safety of the participants.
For the safety of ALL participants, parking will be provided at the The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1240 Boston Neck Rd., Narragansett RI 02882. Parking will be free. Two school buses will be making continuous trips to the Boating Center starting at 7:15. They will return swimmers to their cars also after the swim. NO PARKING will be allowed on Walmsley Lane or River Road or at the Boat House.
2025 DETAILS:
WHEN: Saturday, June 21, 2025, 9:00am (rain or shine)
WHERE: URI Boathouse Flagg Rowing Center, 166 Walmsley Lane, North Kingstown, R.I. Parking at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1240 Boston Neck Rd., Narragansett RI 02882. Busing provided starting at 7:15 a.m.
REGISTRATION: Online only. Online registration closes at 6pm Thursday June 19. No day of registrations allowed.
ENTRY FEE: Includes 2025 Turnaround Swim T-shirt. Entry fees are non-refundable.
SWIM SPONSOR: Includes swim registration, one year NRPA membership and name listed on the 2025 Turnaround Swim publicity. Minimum $95
DISTANCE: One Mile (1/2 mile out and 1/2 mile back). Common start for wetsuit and non-wetsuit divisions.
LIMIT: 150 participants.
TIMING: Ankle chip timing and live results provided by New England Timing
CHECK IN: 7:30 to 8:40 a.m. No one will be admitted to the Turnaround Swim unless he or she has checked in and received a numbered swim cap by 8:40 a.m.
MAXIMUM TIME: Swimmers are given one hour to complete the swim.
MANDATORY SAFETY BRIEFING: 8:55 a.m.
SAFETY: Because of the uncertainty of weather conditions such as fog or lightning, the lifeguards and event committee reserve the right to cancel the event to ensure the safety of the participants.
For the safety of ALL participants, parking will be provided at the The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1240 Boston Neck Rd., Narragansett RI 02882. Parking will be free. Two school buses will be making continuous trips to the Boating Center starting at 7:15. They will return swimmers to their cars also after the swim. NO PARKING will be allowed on Walmsley Lane or River Road or at the Boat House.
Narrow River Turnaround Swim
