2024 Emerald Aquatics (EA) Open-Water Swim Training

Starts: June 8^th

Eligibility: Swimmers age 14+ (Swimmers aged 12-13 need prior authorization from Coach Steve.)

All swimmers must currently be registered as a USAS or USMS swimmer. If you are not an EA swimmer you must show proof of current registration to the Coach lakeside.

USA Swimmers- Wetsuits are required until the lake temperature is at least 65 degrees.

When: Saturdays, except during competition meets (see EA schedule on website). Open water training season runs June, July and August. If you aren’t sure if there is a swim please contact Coach Steve.

Be ready to swim no later than 8:15 a.m.

Duration: one hour

Cost: There is no charge! Just come and have fun with fellow swimmers

Where: The boat launch parking lot at Cottage Grove Lake’s- Lakeside Park (Carpool when possible due to limited parking available) GPS location: 43.7154 N, 123.0610 W

What: Coached interval and distance training within the lake’s safe-swim designated areas.

Safety: The safety of swimmers and support personnel is our #1 priority! We almost always have shore patrol with walkie talkies to the coach out on the water.

Fun and Conditioning: The goal of the EA open water training program! Come join us!

Contact: Coach Steve stevejohnson.survey@gmail.com