The Beaufort River Swim - 13th Annual!
Beaufort River Swim 3.2 Mile Competitive Race Information:Date: May 18, 2019
Start Time: 7:15 am Start Location: Port Royal Landing Marina Check-in Location: Downtown Beaufort Marina Address: 106 Bay Street, Beaufort, SC 29902 Fees: March 30 - May 12: $60 May 12 - May 18: $65 Check In: Starts at 6:00 AM Last bus for 3.2-mile swim will leave the downtown marina parking lot at 6:50 am. This is much earlier than in past races! Must be at least 13 years old to participate. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Beaufort River Swim 1-Mile Fun Swim Information: Date: May 18, 2019 Start Time: After competitive swimmers have passed the BMH dock which is approximately 7:45 am Start Location: Beaufort Memorial Hospital Dock Check-in Location: Downtown Beaufort Marina Address: 106 Bay Street , Beaufort, SC 29902 Fees: March 30 - May 12: $35 May 12 - May 18: $40 Check In: Starts at 6 am Fun Swim participants must be at least 10 years old. Bus for the Fun Swim start will leave the downtown marina parking lot at approximately 7:15 am CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Beneficiaries: YMCA's Learn to Swim Program To Visit our Fundraising Page & Donate to the 2019 Beaufort River Swim Fundraiser CLICK HERE! Registration can be completed day of race (starting at 6 am) at the Downtown Beaufort Marina at an increased cost. Note that swimmers registered after May 3 are NOT guaranteed to receive a t-shirt or race bag - available on a first come, first serve basis for day of registrants. |
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Additional Information:
Race bag pick up: Pick up day prior at the YMCA at Port Royal (3 pm - 7 pm) or day of race at the the Downtown Marina at check-in starting at 6 am.
Race Day Check-In: Downtown Beaufort Marina starting at 6 am. All 3.2 Mile Race entrants must checked-in by 6:50 am. Please allow at least 15 minutes to check-in on race day! Even if you have picked up your race bag already, you must check-in on race day to get your timer and be marked up. Note that only 3.2 mile swimmers will get timers; Fun Swim participants are NOT timed, but must check in. Last bus for 3.2 mile swimmers leaves the downtown Beaufort marina parking lot at 6:50 am!
Transport to Start: All entrants (and only entrants) will be transported to the Port Royal Marina or Beaufort Memorial dock for the race start by the YMCA. The Y will bring your race bags back to the downtown marina for pick up after the race.
Race Course: Our course is the unique estuary called the Beaufort River, starting at the Port Royal Landing Marina, winding around the curve, and finishing at the day dock, adjacent to the Beaufort Waterfront Park, with spectators watching the finish line. The course is approximately 3.2 miles swimming with the tide.The temp is mild to warm, usually mid 70's in early mid May. The surface wave conditions range from calm to choppy at times depending upon the weather.
Race Safety: The Beaufort Search and Rescue Squadron will be providing the primary safety for our event. DNR will have boating traffic cut off along the route. A fleet of kayakers and other safety vessels will monitor the course to ensure the swimmers' safety. Swimmers must follow directions of safety personnel.
Age Groups & Awards:
Under 19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+ (no duplicate awards).
Awards for top Male and Female in each age group, and top Male & Female Overall
Wet-suits - are allowed in the competitive race, but WILL NOT be eligible for awards in the competitive 3.2-mile race Or the Fun Swim
Fees: Entry Fee is non-refundable including in the event of inclement weather, water conditions or issues beyond our control. Fees include t-shirt, swim cap, and reception at the awards ceremony at the Waterfront Park. Note that same day registrations cannot be guaranteed a t-shirt or bag.
REGISTER FOR THE BRS
Race Day Check-In: Downtown Beaufort Marina starting at 6 am. All 3.2 Mile Race entrants must checked-in by 6:50 am. Please allow at least 15 minutes to check-in on race day! Even if you have picked up your race bag already, you must check-in on race day to get your timer and be marked up. Note that only 3.2 mile swimmers will get timers; Fun Swim participants are NOT timed, but must check in. Last bus for 3.2 mile swimmers leaves the downtown Beaufort marina parking lot at 6:50 am!
Transport to Start: All entrants (and only entrants) will be transported to the Port Royal Marina or Beaufort Memorial dock for the race start by the YMCA. The Y will bring your race bags back to the downtown marina for pick up after the race.
Race Course: Our course is the unique estuary called the Beaufort River, starting at the Port Royal Landing Marina, winding around the curve, and finishing at the day dock, adjacent to the Beaufort Waterfront Park, with spectators watching the finish line. The course is approximately 3.2 miles swimming with the tide.The temp is mild to warm, usually mid 70's in early mid May. The surface wave conditions range from calm to choppy at times depending upon the weather.
Race Safety: The Beaufort Search and Rescue Squadron will be providing the primary safety for our event. DNR will have boating traffic cut off along the route. A fleet of kayakers and other safety vessels will monitor the course to ensure the swimmers' safety. Swimmers must follow directions of safety personnel.
Age Groups & Awards:
Under 19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+ (no duplicate awards).
Awards for top Male and Female in each age group, and top Male & Female Overall
Wet-suits - are allowed in the competitive race, but WILL NOT be eligible for awards in the competitive 3.2-mile race Or the Fun Swim
Fees: Entry Fee is non-refundable including in the event of inclement weather, water conditions or issues beyond our control. Fees include t-shirt, swim cap, and reception at the awards ceremony at the Waterfront Park. Note that same day registrations cannot be guaranteed a t-shirt or bag.
REGISTER FOR THE BRS
YMCA of Beaufort County