Details
We are in need of experienced open water paddlers (kayaks, and SUPs welcome!) to help out with the Swim for Grand Traverse Bay (Saturday, August 9, 2025).
Safety Squad paddlers may help monitor the field of swimmers and individual support kayakers, assist with swimmer counts along the course and create additional visibility on the course. Safety Squad members must be willing to stay with a swimmer until a safety boat arrives in an emergency situation. Safety Squad is NOT responsible for administering first aid.
To join in, you must have
Your own paddlecraft
A U.S. Coast Guard approved personal flotation device (PFD) for yourself
An extra PFD
Whistle (provided)
A means to bail water (if kayaking)
A leash (if paddleboarding)
There will a mandatory safety briefing on the beach at 7:15 a.m. Saturday, August 9 to allow paddlers to be out on the course before the swimmers start.
ALL VOLUNTEER PADDLERS MUST REGISTER (there is no cost) so we have an accurate participant count and your emergency contact information.
