Swim Guide

Raina @merwrangler shares her thoughts on the role mermaids have in water advocacy. https://www.theswimguide.org//spotlight-interview-raina-a/

Annie Richards, Chester Riverkeeper from ShoreRivers highlights their river's natural resources empowers a community. https://www.theswimguide.org//affiliate-interview-annie-r/

Check out this beautiful spot in West Vergina, Deckers Creek! This creek is kept safe by the good work of Friends of Deckers Creek. https://loom.ly/OwWvhgA Let us know what you love about your creek? Friends of Deckers Creek

We are so excited to have the Onakawana Education Fund share their water quality data on Swim Guide. Check out their website https://loom.ly/-wdMw24 and soon, their Swim Guide sites as well.

Questions often arise about the dangers of waterborne illnesses, luckily we've got you covered when it comes to learning more. Check it out https://loom.ly/TkhsCY8

Happy International Women in Science Day! Thank you to all the incredible womxn around the world who are dedicated to helping us to create swimmable waters for all! Your incredible hard work and perseverance (especially this last year) to observe your local waters, collect and analyze water samples, and share the results on Swim Guide so that when people ask, Can I swim here? they find answers, is what keeps this community and the future of our waters going strong

Don't forget to bath your little one after a fun day at the beach Thanks Moms United - Moms.com for the mention! http://bit.ly/2LrtWqG

When we think of black history often times vacation destinations are left out of our dialogue. Our past is well documented with stories of slavery, plantations, and oppressive reality yet little do we hear about how some of our ancestors and those who came before us got to celebrate their lives." In honour of #blackhistorymonth learn more about historically Black beaches to visit this summer. https://bit.ly/2DOmyRV

This #WatermarkWednesday here's a recent submission from Jason, read their story about Glen Brook Falls in Nova Scotia and how it helped them during 2020. Read it here: http://bit.ly/36DOBzg

Globally, about 450 million people are affected by mental or neurological disorders. One in four people will suffer from these conditions at some point during their lifetime. Chances are, either you or someone you know is personally familiar with mental health problems. While nothing can take the place of professional care, swimming can be a valuable addition to your self-care routine. Swimming can reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. Even if you don’t suffer from a specific mental health concern, getting in the water can still improve your mood, reduce your stress, and help you unwind. #BellLetsTalk http://bit.ly/2UcDpDF