Open Water Swim Race and Festival to Honor Our Veterans
Bring your family and friends to support you!
*All of those participants that registered last year before we changed to a virtual event (and did not request cancelation) will be eligible for a free entry this year. You will receive a unique coupon code. These codes will be a 100% discount to SWAM21. Please register as normal and enter your code.
Registration will include entry to the race of your choice, a race cap, finisher medal and an event t-shirt (only guaranteed if you register before 6/19). Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 men and women finishers and the top 3 relay teams. Special awards will be given to the top winners in each race distance.
January 1st –
February 28th
March 1st –
May 31st
June 1st –
June 30th
July 1st –
July 10th
July 11th
To honor and remember the 90 New Hampshire service members who have been KIA (Killed in Action) since 2001 in the Global War on Terror, we will be sending everyone who registers for SWAM21 (Live or Virtual) a bracelet to wear while training and competing in the event. Each bracelet will have the name, branch, rank and the date each service member made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. You can see all 90 of these service members listed on our Honor Wall and learn more about the lives of each fallen hero.
Saturday, July 10, 2021
July 1st – July 31st
July 1st – July 31st
A well known Navy SEAL Admiral was talking about how important it is to keep promises. In order to keep promises to others, you first need to keep promises to yourself. So, when asked for an example of how to demonstrate that, he said, try this:
A well known Navy SEAL Admiral was talking about how important it is to keep promises. In order to keep promises to others, you first need to keep promises to yourself. So, when asked for an example of how to demonstrate that, he said, try this:
Since we won’t be able to hold our main event this year on beautiful Newfound Lake, we wanted to allow all of our incredible support paddlers and kayakers to join in on the Virtual event too.
Since we won’t be able to hold our main event this year on beautiful Newfound Lake, we wanted to allow all of our incredible support paddlers and kayakers to join in on the Virtual event too.
We could not do this fabulous event without the help of volunteers. All volunteers MUST register online through the link VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION.
You will choose your distance 1K, 5K and 10K as well as to be along the 10K Relay Course. You can also choose to be a race leader or a follower. The leader will need to be able to stay on pace with the lead swimmer in that distance and the follower will need to stay behind the last swimmer in that distance. We will also need some kayakers for during the afternoon. You must have your own kayak or SUP and need to be ready to go before the pre-race meeting begins at 7:00AM
We will need food and safety boats along course and stationed a turnaround buoys. You will remain out on the course for the entire race or until the last swimmer. You will meet the boat coordinator out in Wellington Bay at about 7:00AM.
Please sign up for a time slot and we will assign you to a job when you arrive.
We will need people in our satellite lots as well as the entrance to Wellington Park to facilitate parking.
Swim With A Mission is a fundraiser to help Veterans so we encourage all to fundraise to the best of their abilities. Every dollar helps! When you register you will automatically receive a link to a fundraising page. Please use this link to create a unique page for your supporters. Please fundraise through the link that is created through Pledgereg or send funds directly to us payable to Swimming With A Mission Inc and clearly note who should receive the credit for the donation. Fundraising is done as individuals and recognition will be given to the top fundraisers at the event. All incentives will be based on fundraising completed by 7/8 (except T-shirts). Remember, EVERYONE can fundraise, not just swimmers!
Safety is our #1 concern!
There is no on street parking allowed on West Shore Road.
Please park in one of our designated parking lots.
Thank you to Easter Seals/Veterans Counts for organizing our parking volunteers and providing the Shuttle Buses!
457 West Shore Road (Open 05:30-17:00)
22 Hemp Hill Road (Open 5:30AM-17:00) VOLUNTEERS ONLY
Freudenberg Lot, 450 Pleasant Street (Open 10:00-17:00)
Village Pizza of Bristol, 825 Lake Street (Open 10:00-17:00)
Vendors and Booth Holders will be given ONE parking pass so please plan accordingly.
This is a TENTATIVE schedule…updates will be made as the event is closer.
Prerace Meeting | 07:00 |
Races Begin | 07:30 |
Swim Awards | Around 12:00 |
Food Vendors, Merchandise, Raffles, Kids Activities, Booths, Etc | 10:00-16:00 |
Military and Dog Demonstrations SEAL – Q & A to follow demonstration | 13:00 (approximately) |
Raffle and 50/50 Winners | Will Be Announced |
We encourage you to come and spend the day…enjoy the beauty of Wellington State Park, cheer on swimmers, talk with members of our military and learn about Veterans groups around the state and enjoy the demonstrations.
How much does the event cost?
Do we have to pay to get into Wellington State Park?
No, there will be no entrance fee.
Is parking available at the Park?
No, we ask our attendees to park in one of 4 satellite parking lots. See Parking Section for more details.
Can we register to swim on the day of the race?
How can I volunteer for the event?
Go to Volunteer Registration 2020 to register.
Can I wear a wetsuit?
Will there be food at the park?
Yes, there will be food for purchase.
Can I make a donation to Swim With A Mission?
Yes, thank you for your support. On our website there is a Donate Button with full details of how to donate. There will also be donation boxes scattered around the event.
Welcome to the 2021 Swim With a Mission fundraising campaign. Here are a few helpful hints to achieve success.
Make a List
Lists are great, they simplify, clarify and streamline your efforts. The first place to start is from your mobile devices. Include all your contacts and emails. More is better.
Creative Ideas
Instead of birthday/holiday gifts ask for a donation.
Play a board game, card game, dice, pool, darts or left right center with a group of friends and the winner donates the cash.
If permitted keep a change jar on your desk at work, with a large sign, and ask people to contribute loose change left over from lunch/coffee.
Restaurant Fundraisers. Contact local restaurants, bars or other proprietors and see if they will donate back a portion of the proceeds to SWAM.
Host a cocktail party or barbecue to support your mission. You are asking for help and support. Keep it simple, light on food and heavy on donations.
Make the Ask
Start small. Make the first ask to someone you know will donate, next to the person you think will help and continue from there. You are doing this for a great cause.
Communicate Via:
Email Text Telephone In Person Handwritten Note
Use your social media outlets:
Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snap and any other ways you communicate. Videos are a great way to capture interest. Perhaps include photos or a video of you training, at the gym, drinking a protein shake, a picture of your new swim goggles, your flip flops, have fun with this.
@swimwithamssion #swimwithamission Facebook
Communicate and Communicate Again
Donors are often willing but busy and typically have to be reminded before they commit to helping you. Our Military protects everyone and our Veterans need and deserve our help. Mention the recipients: The Navy SEAL Museum, Veterans Count, Dan Healy Foundation to name a few.
Thank You
Don’t forget to say thank you. It is always a good idea to personally thank each person who donates by sending them a handwritten note, an email, a phone call, or give them a shout-out on social media.
Extra Help
Please contact us with any questions, we are here to help!
Company Gift Programs
Remember many companies match gifts…please contact your employer to see if they have a matching gift program.
Congratulations to all of our winners, placers and finishers.
2020 Results at MilleniumRunning.com
2019 Results at MillenniumRunning.com|2018 Results at MillenniumRunning.com
Thank you for realizing how important this event is to our Veterans every year. You’re making a difference!