Race Description
The Maggie Fischer Memorial Cross Bay Swim is set to take place on July 11, 2025, marking a significant tradition in open water swimming. This challenging event covers a distance of 5.5 miles across Great South Bay, starting from the Fire Island Lighthouse and concluding at Gilbert Park in Brightwaters, NY. With its origins dating back to 1927, the swim continues to draw participants eager to embrace the competitive spirit and camaraderie that defines the event.
In addition to the athletic challenge, the event serves a charitable purpose, funding the Hospice Care Network Children and Family Bereavement program as well as a scholarship at St. Anthony's High School. Each swimmer is required to raise a minimum of $500 to support these causes, reinforcing the community's commitment to both health and philanthropy. Swimmers are advised that there is a strict limit on the number of participants accepted for the event, emphasizing its exclusivity and dedication to excellence.