San Francisco Bay Swimming Association (SFBSA)

2001 Update:

Just a short notice to inform everyone that the December 9^th, 2000 swim in Pillar Point Harbor, Half Moon Bay, will be the last monthly open water swimming workout that I conduct on behalf of SFBSA. After 4 years, I simply need a break & have therefore decided to take 2001 off.

Although SFBSA won't be hosting its monthly swim, I will be keeping the SFBSA club alive & registered with PMS for 2001.

I've enjoyed seeing the progress that a number of you have made in your open water swimming abilities which was the whole purpose to begin with.

For those of who need your monthly fix, I've got one of two suggestions: 1) join the South End Rowing Club which several of you have done - they have an outstanding year-long series of open water swims as well as the infamous Sunrisers - a wild, unruly bunch of swimmers who swim in the Bay every morning at 6:30 a.m. rain or shine, light or dark, 8 days a week, 32 days a month & 375 days a year or 2) if anyone wants to step up and conduct the monthly swims, I'll be more than happy to lend you the kayak and provide you with the mailing / email lists.

I hope that you can come out to Pillar Point for this last SFBSA swim - there will not be any charge and I've arranged for a total of 3 kayakers to be in the water so I'm hoping that more than just one of you comes on out. If you do, I'll see you there. If you don't, thanks for coming out in the past & I'm sure I'll see you around at the races in 2001.

Thanks for your past patronage & understanding.

Gary

Formed under the auspices of the U.S. Masters Swimming, Inc. (Pacific Masters Swimming local) this group offers open saltwater "workouts" to all Masters swimmers in the Bay Area. You can hone your open water swimming skills with these regularly scheduled, safe, and low-cost swim sessions.

There are several distance options at each location, 1/2M, 1M and 2M workouts. Wetsuits are allowed, and a brightly colored fluorescent latex cap is required for safety. Also, all participants must be members of U.S. Masters Swimming. The annual membership fee is $25.00, which includes a subscription to SWIM Magazine; participation in all USMS sanctioned events, and secondary accident and liability insurance. Applications can be obtained through Pacific Masters.

2000 locations and dates scheduled include:

Redwood Shores Basin/Lagoon, January 8, 9:00 AM.

Foster City Lagoon, Foster City, February 12, 9:00 AM.

Candlestick Point State Recreation Area, March 4, 9:00 AM.

Paradise Cove, Tiburon, April 8, 9:00 AM

Coyote Point Recreation Area, San Mateo, May 13, 9:00 AM.

Oyster Point Marina, South San Francisco, June 3, 9:00 AM.

Aquatic Park 1M Open Water US Masters Race, July 9, time and race fee TBA.

Alcatraz-The Long Way-Biathlon, July 22, 2.4 mile swim-10k run. Difficult swim course, not for novices. Alcatraz to Bay Bridge near the foot of Howard Street. Run along the Embarcadero, to the end of Muni Pier near Aquatic Cove, and return. Biathlon is $95.00, swim only is $70.00. USAT members get $5.00 off.

Treasure Island Marina, September 16, 9:00 AM.

Pacifica Rough Water Swim, Pacifica State Beach, October 14, 9:00 AM.

China Camp-McNear's Beach County Park, San Rafael, November 11, 9:00 AM.

Pillar Point Harbor, Half Moon Bay, December 9, 9:00 AM.

There is a nominal fee of $3.00 for SFBSA members, $5 for non-members for each workout. SFBSA is small on formality, organized coaching and rules. There are no T-shirts, timed results, awards ceremonies or post race refreshments. However, this is an excellent opportunity for swimmers of all abilities to train for competitive open water swim events, triathlons, or to simply enjoy a workout with other open water swimming enthusiasts.

For additional information, contact Gary Emich, President, (650) 359-3773.

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