Experienced swimmers will cross 2.2 miles of New York Harbor between the Statue of Liberty and Lower Manhattan in an annual swim created in remembrance of 9/11.
Gothamist
Co-founder Deanne Draeger discusses the reality of navigating New York Harbor and the safe protocol behind organized events.
Dwell Magazine
Across a growing number of European and American cities, people are taking back their waterways.
Brooklyn Paper
A feature showcasing swimmers tackling the fast currents under the iconic span to raise awareness for waterfront accessibility.
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URBANSWIM is building a community around a simple idea: New York City should be a city where people can safely connect with the water that surrounds them.
There are many ways to be part of that movement. Help us spread the word through social media and storytelling, join our team as a race director or event volunteer, or get involved with on-water safety and swimmer support. Whether you’re an experienced open-water swimmer, a safety professional, a community organizer, a photographer, or simply someone who believes NYC’s waterways belong to everyone, there is a place for you.
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