Course: Lake Tahoe 12-Mile True Width
Attempt Date: 2021-07-14
Time: TBD – Unofficial, Pending Ratification
Tracking Window: 05:00:00 to 17:00:00
[ IMPORTANT: Tracks may be delayed up to 20-mins due to satellite sync issues or other delays]
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July 12, 2021 – Shannon House Keegan – True Width & Vikingsholm with Connector
Course(s): Lake Tahoe 12-Mile True Width & Lake Tahoe 10.6-Mile Vikingsholm w/ Connector
Attempt Date: 2021-07-12
Time: TBD – Unofficial, Pending Ratification
Tracking Window: 03:00:00 to 15:00:00
[ IMPORTANT: Tracks may be delayed up to 20-mins due to satellite sync issues or other delays]
July 12, 2021 – Bjorn Samson / Vikingsholm
Course: Lake Tahoe 10.6-Mile Vikingsholm
Attempt Date: 2021-07-12
Time: TBD – Unofficial, Pending Ratification
Tracking Window: 03:00:00 to 15:00:00
[ IMPORTANT: Tracks may be delayed up to 20-mins due to satellite sync issues or other delays]
July 12, 2021 – Maya Merhige / Vikingsholm
Course: Lake Tahoe 10.6-Mile Vikingsholm
Attempt Date: 2021-07-12
Time: TBD – Unofficial, Pending Ratification
Tracking Window: 03:00:00 to 15:00:00
[ IMPORTANT: Tracks may be delayed up to 20-mins due to satellite sync issues or other delays]
Swimmer’s Commentary/Goal:
Help Support Me in the Fight Against Pediatric Cancer.
This year I’m attempting to raise $10,000 through Swim Across America in support of Dr.Julie Saba and Dr. Andrew Goldsby at UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital and the important research they are doing to treat and cure pediatric cancer. In addition to the October 3rd San Francisco Swim Across America event, I’m also attempting a few marathon swims, including the Lake Tahoe Vikingsholm. Through my training and each of my swims, I remind myself that even if it gets hard, it is nothing compared to what cancer patients go through.
You can make a credit card donation here, or send a check to Swim Across America, c/o Anthony DuComb, 1684 8th Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94122. Checks should be made out to Swim Across America but please include a note mentioning my name-Maya Merhige-as the swimmer you are supporting!
July 11, 2021 – Nathan Schott / True Width
Course: Lake Tahoe 12-Mile True Width
Attempt Date: 2021-07-11
Time: TBD – Unofficial, Pending Ratification
Tracking Window: 03:00:00 to 15:00:00
[ IMPORTANT: Tracks may be delayed up to 20-mins due to satellite sync issues or other delays]
Swimmer’s Commentary/Goal:
I am swimming to raise money for a nonprofit called Pelotonia based in Columbus, Ohio. Founded in 2008, Pelotonia was established with the objective to fund innovative cancer research.
Since its founding, Pelotonia has raised over $223 million that has directly supported the amazing researchers and physicians at The Ohio State’s Comprehensive Cancer Center – James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute.
I have participated in Pelotonia as a cyclist and raised funds since 2013 – the year my Dad passed away from brain cancer. This year, I feel immensely privileged to attempt to swim across Lake Tahoe while raising money for this meaningful cause.
Here is the link to donate: https://pelotonia.org/profile/NS0043
July 10, 2021 – Grace Frias / True Width
Course: Lake Tahoe 12-Mile True Width
Attempt Date: 2021-07-10
Time: TBD – Unofficial, Pending Ratification
Tracking Window: 04:00:00 to 15:00:00
[ IMPORTANT: Tracks may be delayed up to 20-mins due to satellite sync issues or other delays]
July 9, 2021 – Travis Bickham / True Width
Course: Lake Tahoe 12-Mile True Width
Attempt Date: 2021-07-09
Time: 6:10:26 – Unofficial, Pending Ratification
Tracking Window: 04:00:00 to 15:00:00
[ IMPORTANT: Tracks may be delayed up to 20-mins due to satellite sync issues or other delays]
2020 Lake Tahoe Marathon Swim Season & COVID-19
The Lake Tahoe Open Water Swimming Association is closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation as it relates to the upcoming Lake Tahoe marathon swim season.
The first swims of the season are set to begin in mid-July. Under normal circumstances, this would be ample time to prepare for a swim. However, the circumstances are anything but normal and the uncertainty makes it all the more difficult and frustrating. We understand many of you have had your training plans interrupted with the closure of pools and access to open water in addition to the stress that this global pandemic has brought. As swimmers, we understand the disappointment and challenges.
- If you have not yet filed your 2020 swim application
We are changing our swim application due date for the 2020 season. Instead of applications and fees being due by May 15, 2020, they will now be due no later than 14-days prior to your swim. - For those who have already filed their 2020 swim applications
If your swim date changes, please let us know so that we may update the Observer assigned to your swim.In the event that your swim cannot take place because of COVID-19, you may request a refund for the amount paid, less transaction fees. Alternatively, you can request your fees be rolled to 2021 if you have transferred your swim to next season.
We are staying abreast of the United States Coast Guard revised guidelines for marine events during the COVID-19 crisis and in active conversations with the sector commander regarding current and potential changes that could impact swims on Lake Tahoe this summer.
As the situation evolves, we remain eager and willing to be flexible and look for creative solutions so long as all public safety guidelines are followed. This may include limiting swims to your pilot(s), observer, and one crew member. Relay swims may be deferred to 2021 or the number of relay members on a swim decreased.
We wish you well during this time and look forward to sunny days ahead in and on the water.