Saturday, November 14, 2009

The Minnewaska Distance Swimmers Association

The Minnewaska Distance Swimmers Association continues its mission to lobby for more access to beautiful open water venues, representative of many similar local efforts that are ongoing worldwide.

The 800-member strong Minnewaska Distance Swimmers Association is headquartered in Ulster County, New York amid many beautiful lakes including Lake Minnewaska. Current laws are restrictive regarding the times and areas that allow swimming and the Minnewaska Distance Swimmers Association continues to push for expanded access.

In 2002, the Minnewaska Distance Swimmers Association won the right to swim legally in Lake Minnewaska (see photo on left) for the first time in 16 years after a long struggle.

Congratulations to all. May the mission continue and prosper.