The popular 30 Bays in 30 Days challenge gives islanders the chance to make the most of summer by getting into the sea more and ticking off bays they would not normally go to, while helping to raise essential funds for a local charity.
As well as the classic challenge, in which participants aim to swim in 30 bays in 30 days, this year’s event again offers the option of completing 15 bays in 30 days, which is billed as ideal for busy schedules or new swimmers, or nine bays in 30 days, which is a more family-friendly route with easy-access beaches.
Participants simply complete 30 strokes at each chosen bay between 1 and 30 July, in any order and at any pace. Swimmers are encouraged to pledge £30 in donations or sponsorship to support the hospice’s free, specialist palliative care. The event begins with a community swim at Vazon at 6.30pm on 1 July, where islanders can also register in person.
‘This challenge was created in memory of loved ones cared for at Les Bourgs, and it continues to bring people together in a really special way,’ said event founder Liz Stonebridge.
‘Even if people have completed the challenge before, every swim is different depending on tides, time of day or who they are swimming with. Every sign-up helps to provide free hospice care which makes such a difference to island families.’
Registration is open now at www.lesbourgshospice.org.gg. Entry costs £15 for adults, £5 for children, £35 for families, and £10 for the 15 Bays option. A team entry for five people is also available, encouraging workplaces to take part.
The event is supported by Rocq Capital, with illustrated maps by Caroline Cummins and Caroline Veron.
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