Additional Information

Here is some additional info about the Open Water Swimming at Kelso.
Exact dates and times can be found on the application form.

Note that the time for the Open Water Swimming has been extended on Sat mornings until 10:30am.

Please pass this along to others who may be interested.

Kelso Open Water Swims

Where:
The swim takes place at the boat launch beach not the public beach. We are able to swim the perimeter of the lake, approximately at 1500m loop. There are many different ways to shorten the loop to make for ideal training. Also there is a out and back off the start that would be about 500m total. Perfect for all abilities of swimmers. http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=2824674

Safety:
There will be 4 lifeguards on duty for each swim. One stays on the beach and does check in and out of all participants. Two follow the swimmers on paddle boards around the lake The forth lifeguard is in a motorized boat and also patrols the up and down the lake.

Training:
From a training perspective there is nothing better than putting on your wetsuit and training in open water swimming. It is perfect to mimic racing. Even the beach entry/exit is perfect for practicing starts and transitions if one desired. Also from Kelso, biking and running are both fantastic.

Coaching:
There will be no formal group coaching at the lake however I will be available to answer any of your swimming related questions or concerns. If you are interested in formal coaching for triathlon we have a few people in our club who currently coach triathletes and are qualified to coach. Email me if you are interested.

Family:
Kelso is also a multi-purpose park that has trails to hike and run, mountain biking, picnic area and numerous water sports too. It is also a perfect place to ride from or run before or after your swimming.

Water Conditions:
As mentioned on the application form, the Lake has only been closed 2 times due to poor water quality since 1996. Its is one of the cleanest lakes in the GTA. The water is tested twice daily and current conditions can be found on the Conservation Halton website.

Park Passes:
Each individual is responsible for entry into the park. A daily fee or individual and vehicle annual passes are available through Conservation Halton. Or a Bruce Trail membership will also gain you entry into the park.

Non Profit:
This endeavor is non-profit and any profit attained will be donated to the Women's Only Triathlon held at Kelso in September.

Please direct interested people to email me if they have any questions or concerns.