WILD FISH OPEN WATER SWIM FESTIVAL
WILD FISH EVENT INFO
DESCRIPTION
Distances: 1/2 Mile, 1 Mile and 2 Mile
This annual community open water swim event typically attracts an average of 180 swimmers split between three different distances. The temperature of the water is typically about 66-68 degrees F. The swim takes place in a calm, protected cove, and is well supported with at least a dozen volunteers in kayaks / paddleboarders. Custom unisex t-shirts will be guaranteed for all participants pre-registered by July 25th. After this date we can not guarantee your desired tee shirt size. If you register after July 20th we cannot guarantee a tee shirt.
Latex swim caps will be provided for all swimmers. If you are allergic to latex, please feel free to bring your own.
DATE & TIME
August 10, 2025
12pm start (Registration/Packet pickup opens at 10:45am)
LOCATION
Collins Cove is located on Webb Street. Follow signs to Salem Willows and you will see us. We are the cove on the left heading towards the Willows.
FEES
Posted on RUNSIGNUP.com, just click “REGISTER HERE” below…
BEFORE THE EVENT
Packet Pick Up Options:
Registration and packet pickup opens at 10:45am at Collins Cove.
Parking:
Street parking along the beach is limited, neighborhood parking is available. All overflow parking will be at the Bentley School Parking lot . Athletes, please follow the newly paved walking path directly across from the school parking lot to the race site.
Distance or Category Changes:
If you do change your mind about the category you pre-registered for or the distance you’d like to swim, please email in advance (use contact form at bottom of this page) or notify someone at race day registration. A change fee may apply.
DURING THE EVENT
Wave Start Times:
2 Mile Start: 12PM
1 Mile Start: 12:05PM
1/2 Mile Start: 12:10PM
Special Details and Information:
No floaties, fins or paddles allowed. Inflatable buoys are allowed. There will be plenty of kayakers, paddleboarders, emergency boats in the water for athlete safety. In the event there is not enough interest in any one of the distances or categories listed above, event organizers reserve the right to change/cancel or modify the category. In this case, refunds and transfers are eligible.
Water Temperature Guidelines:
FINA’s Open Water Swim rules tell us that the lower limit for water temperature (measured 1 m below the surface) is 16 degrees C (60.8 F). If the water temperature is lower, the event may be shortened or canceled. This figure of 16 degrees C is based on the fact that both male and female swimmers will not experience dangerous declines in body temperature in water temperatures of 16 degrees C or higher when swimming at typical open water race speeds.
The minimum water temperature at which wetsuits are optional is 14 degrees C (57.2 degrees F)
At temperatures less than 12 degrees C (53.6 degrees F) the swim will be canceled.
AFTER THE EVENT
Awards:
One & Two Milers: Top 3 M/F Swimmers (doesn’t matter if you have wetsuit or not) in each swim distance as well as each age group (19+under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ (for the 1 mile and 2 mile)
Half Mile: Top 3 male and female swimmers for the 1/2 mile.
Post Race Festivities:
Several packaged food items, fruit and both hot/iced coffee will be available for swimmers. We encourage you to head downtown Salem where there are several restaurants, bars, cafes and boutique shops that are worth checking out. If you’re looking for breakfast or a post-swim beverage we recommend visiting The Derby and/or Brothers Taverna!
RACE SPONSOR
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Race Refunds & Event Cancellations:
We understand life happens and things may come up. We’ve implemented a defer and transfer policy for FREE up to a certain date for all B&S events. Transfers or deferments made after said date will incur a small fee for administration purposes. In the case of event cancellation due to public safety, inclement weather, unsafe waters or some other unforeseen power at be due to tide schedules the event will become virtual.
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