Please Read Carefully

1. Check-in and race day registration is between 10:00 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. at the point in Southshore Park (#4). Brief race instructions will be given at 11:30 a.m.  All swimmers will start in one wave at 12:00 Noon. 

2.  Numbers will be printed on a contestant’s right shoulder.  Sunscreen should not be applied on these areas as it causes the numbering to wear off.  Numbers are needed for processing at the finish and for award eligibility.

3.  Interference/interruption with timekeepers during or after the race is prohibited.  Let them do their job.

4.  Once registered all swimmers need to be at the start area in Southshore Park (#4) by 11:30 AM. 

5.  Swim Course Rule #1: Swim caps will be provided, and these caps only must be worn by all participants.

6.  Swim Course Rule #2: When a swimmer wants to rest, he/she can rest by 1) holding on to one of the yellow buoys marking the center line of the swim course, 2) holding on to one of the escort boats, or 3) by standing in shallow water.  As long as no progress is made towards the finish line while resting, the swimmer will be allowed to rest as stated above.

7.  A shirt is only guaranteed to those who pre-register.  Any application received after pre-registration ends and all race day applications must pay the higher fee and are not guaranteed a shirt.  Shirts will be handed out on a first come, first serve basis until available, estimated inventory is depleted.

8. Race Categories: 1) Swimmers (M/F): No swim aids besides swim cap and goggles; 2) Aided Swimmers (M/F): No age groups here; any swimming aid is allowed: fins, hand paddles, kick boards, flotation apparel, wetsuits, etc.

 9.  Awards:  Most Courageous Swimmer Award: This award is presented to the swimmer who exhibits the greatest attitude, spirit, and determination in completing the swim across the lake.  An award is also presented to the youngest swimmers (M/F).

10.  Swim Course (.8 miles):  The swim leg will start at the end of the pier at Southshore Park (#4).  The course will be a straight line from Southshore Park (#4) to the finish at the Main Beach.  There will be 3 yellow buoys in a line marking the direction to swim.  They will be spaced approximately every 325 meters.

11.  Refreshments will be available for the swimmers at the finish line.

12.   Pre-registration allows the race committee to know exactly how many are participating.  Knowing how many will participate helps us plan and provide sufficient coverage for the event. 

Pre-Registration Form (Deadline - June 11,2010)

LOP Annual July 4th Weekend Lake Swim
11665 Lakeshore North
Auburn, CA 95602
(530) 268-3585  or  (530) 268-1141