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Salem Sound Coastwatch's SWIM & FIN / New England Open Water Championship Races

Bring the family to watch Salem Sound Coastwatch’s 6th annual Swim and Fin!  Over 200 swimmers from all across New England will compete in the New England Open Water Championship Races -- including Team USA Olympic swimmer Alex Meyer. 

The first of three races begins at 10:00am.  Events are 5k (3.1 miles), 1 mile, and 500 meters.  Music, food, raffles, environmental touch tank, and more.  Free parking and admission.

Race proceeds benefit SSCW's efforts to keep northshore beaches, marine habitats and coastal waters clean and healthy.

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