Taub noted that runners and cyclists have a lot of fundraising opportunities, but swimmers do not traditionally do fundraising. “Newfound Lake is one of cleanest lakes in the country and, for swimmers, we thought we could attract some of the best in the country,” he said. “I have been fortunate to swim parts of Newfound Lake for years with my family, but my connection to the lake is more profound. A Navy SEAL and long-distance swimmer George Brunstad will speak, followed by a bagpiper playing. Also on the schedule are award presentations named in honor of SCPO Daniel R. Healy, Navy SEAL (5K) and Jeremiah Fitzgibbon, world champion swimmer/triathlete (10K).

Source: Daily Sun July 12, 2017 23:15 UTC