Welcome

The Naples Island Swim has a long history in Long Beach and the Long Beach Grunions are pleased to host the event on Sunday, July 27, 2008. This year's event will consist of a 1-Mile Classic race through Rivo Alto Canal and around Treasure Island and a 3-Mile Challenge race around Naples Island. Even if you are not a swimmer, come out, enjoy the day, and cheer on these fantastic athletes.

After the race enjoy Long Beach, Belmont Shore, and Naples Island with their many attractions, restaurants, and outdoor activities. For a few suggestions, visit our Sponsors page.

Location

Alamitos Bay, at approximately 5437 E. Ocean Blvd, Long Beach. (Bay Shore and 54th Place between Ocean and 2nd St). Parking is available along Ocean Blvd and at the city lots at 54th Place and La Verne Ave for 25¢ for 15 minutes. Bring quarters. Definitely no parking after 9:00 AM along Bay Shore or 54th Place (Strict towing).

Time

Check-in: 7:00am
Registration and Check-in close @ 8:45am
1 Mile Classic starts at 9:00am
3 Mile Challenge starts at 9:20am

Entries & Fees

Open to all swimmers 18 years old or older as of July 27, 2008 with current United States Masters Swimming (USMS) registration. A copy of your USMS card MUST accompany each entry. Be prepared to show the card on race day!

Entry fee is $25 if POSTMARKED on or before Saturday, July 19, 2008. Race day beach registrations are $30. Fee includes an event T-shirt.

Download official registration form or register online now with your credit card.

Annual USMS Registration (valid January thru December) is available for $40 and includes USMS Swimmer magazine, the SPMA Newsletter, and insurance coverage for any USMS sanctioned swimming competition attended during current calendar year. A Single Day/Single Event USMS registration is NOT AVAILABLE this year. You must be a current USMS member to participate in the event. NO EXCEPTIONS.

Register By Mail: Mail Signed Entry Form (coming soon), a copy of your USMS card, T-Shirt size, and a check payable to: Long Beach Grunions to:

Long Beach Grunions
C/O Bill Roberts
1066 Roswell Ave #302
Long Beach, CA 90804

Receipt of entry will NOT be verified by phone. Send a self-addressed, stamped envelope or postcard for return receipt.

Rules

2008 USMS rules will govern these races. ALL SWIMMERS MUST BE REGISTERED WITH UNITED STATES MASTERS SWIMMING (USMS).

Awards & T-Shirts

Special custom Naples Island Swim medals will be awarded to the top three competitors in each race, age group and gender. Wetsuits and neoprene caps are allowed, but swimmers wearing them are not eligible for awards. A custom T-Shirt to commemorate this year's event is included as part of your entry fee.

Conditions

Water temperature for this race ranges between 63-70 degrees in late July. The courses are located entirely within Alamitos Bay (no surf). Wetsuits and neoprene caps are allowed, but swimmers wearing them will not be eligible for awards. 3-Mile swimmers are encouraged to bring paddlers on paddleboards. Personal kayaks will not be permitted. Please note that due to course changes last year the 3-Mile Challenge is a little less than 3 miles and the 1-Mile Classic is slightly greater than 1 mile. A course map will be provided at the starting area and is also available here.

Time Limit

Anyone still in the water at 11:30am will be picked up and returned to the finish area.

Questions?

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