Central Illinois Open Water Swim

Dive into the thrill of the open water with the Central Illinois Masters Swim Team's exhilarating fresh water lake competition at Evergreen Lake, COMLARA Park! Whether you're tackling the 1.2 or the more challenging 2.4 miles, you'll be surrounded by the stunning natural beauty of 925 acres of water. After a pause, we're back and ready to make waves once more – and we can't wait to see both new and familiar faces at the starting line.

Rise and shine for an early start with registration beginning at 7:00 AM, warm-ups at 8:00 AM, and the first wave splashing off at 9:00 AM. Make sure to attend the mandatory course briefing at 8:35 AM to get all the info you'll need for a safe and spectacular swim, with recognition to follow at 11:15 AM. Safety is our priority, so come prepared with your USMS registration and a zest for the race – let's make a splash together!