Epic Open Water Practice Swim presented by Techniq Group
Saturday, June 17, 2023
Past event
10:00 AM EDT
Grass Lake, Michigan
$44.90 · 1 race
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day at the Epic Open Water Practice Swim on Saturday, June 17, 2023, at the scenic Grass Lake in Jackson, Michigan! This fantastic event is perfect for swimmers of all levels, whether you're gearing up for your first short-distance triathlon or you're a seasoned pro training for your 100th long-distance event.
Participants will enjoy a well-marked 400-meter course set up at Big Portage Lake State Park, where lifeguards will ensure a safe and supportive environment. With 1.5 hours of swim time available, you can tackle the course once or complete multiple loops at your own pace. A time clock will be in place, allowing you to monitor your splits and improve your performance. Your registration fee includes an exclusive Epic swim cap and delicious post-event snacks to refuel after your swim. Don't miss this unique opportunity to train in a race-like atmosphere while enjoying the beauty of the Waterloo State Recreation Area! Remember to bring your State Park permit or Recreation Passport for park entry.
Participants will enjoy a well-marked 400-meter course set up at Big Portage Lake State Park, where lifeguards will ensure a safe and supportive environment. With 1.5 hours of swim time available, you can tackle the course once or complete multiple loops at your own pace. A time clock will be in place, allowing you to monitor your splits and improve your performance. Your registration fee includes an exclusive Epic swim cap and delicious post-event snacks to refuel after your swim. Don't miss this unique opportunity to train in a race-like atmosphere while enjoying the beauty of the Waterloo State Recreation Area! Remember to bring your State Park permit or Recreation Passport for park entry.
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Epic Open Water Practice Swim
Incl. $4.90 Fee &
Swim all you want or all you can between the hours of 10 - 11:30 am.
Entries closed10:00 AM EDT
$44.90
Organiser's description
Open water swim training with buoys, lifeguards, swag, and snacks!
Whether you are training for your first short-distance triathlon or your 100th long-distance triathlon, the Epic Open Water Practice Swim is a great opportunity to get in some quality training in a race-like setting without the pressure of a race!
A 400-meter course will be set up at Big Portage Lake State Park, home of the Tri Goddess Triathlon. Swim around once or do multiple loops. The course will be open for 1.5 hours. A time clock will be running during the swim for you to check your splits and pace.
Your registration fee includes an Epic swim cap and post-event snacks.
BIG PORTAGE LAKE, WATERLOO STATE RECREATION AREA
11500 SEYMOUR RD, GRASS LAKE, MI 49240
Please use this address to access the correct entrance! Most GPS units will locate Waterloo Rec Area at the McClure Road location, so please use the stated address on Seymour Road.
PARK ENTRY
A State Park permit, or Recreation Passport is needed to enter Waterloo State Recreation Area. Visit the Michigan Department of Natural Resources' website here https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/buy-and-apply/rec-ppfor pricing and more information.
Whether you are training for your first short-distance triathlon or your 100th long-distance triathlon, the Epic Open Water Practice Swim is a great opportunity to get in some quality training in a race-like setting without the pressure of a race!
A 400-meter course will be set up at Big Portage Lake State Park, home of the Tri Goddess Triathlon. Swim around once or do multiple loops. The course will be open for 1.5 hours. A time clock will be running during the swim for you to check your splits and pace.
Your registration fee includes an Epic swim cap and post-event snacks.
BIG PORTAGE LAKE, WATERLOO STATE RECREATION AREA
11500 SEYMOUR RD, GRASS LAKE, MI 49240
Please use this address to access the correct entrance! Most GPS units will locate Waterloo Rec Area at the McClure Road location, so please use the stated address on Seymour Road.
PARK ENTRY
A State Park permit, or Recreation Passport is needed to enter Waterloo State Recreation Area. Visit the Michigan Department of Natural Resources' website here https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/buy-and-apply/rec-ppfor pricing and more information.
Location
11500 Seymour Rd., Grass Lake, 49240, MI, United States
Epic Open Water Practice Swim presented by Techniq Group
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