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Selkie Sam's Testimonial
After my unsuccessful Catalina butterfly attempt in 2022, I was adrift in terms of swim goals. Ultra-long distance swimming wasn’t as fun...
Open Water Swimming Equipment Checklists
I hate showing up for a swim only to realize I've left a crucial item by the door at home. These are lists that I've started using to...
Nutrition and Feeding Schedules
Humans need to eat and drink to stay fueled, especially in endurance sports. Whether you're swimming or paddling for a nice leisurely...
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Castle 2.5/5/10k Swim Recap
To start this recap off, I was did not take part in the swim as a participant or volunteer; Sam and I flew out for 2 days to hustle ducks...
Daniela Klaz
Aug 256 min read
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Crewing for Boston Light 2025
Skip to equipment lists for boat-supported swims Last week, Sam and I flew to Boston to be a part of the Boston Light Swim, an 8-mile...
Daniela Klaz
Aug 177 min read
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Learnings from Portland Pride Festival
This past weekend, Selkie Sam, Elizabeth, Nicole, and I represented Wild Waters at the Portland Pride Festival. I originally applied for...
Daniela Klaz
Jul 233 min read
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Event Spotlight: Morocco Swim Trek
I had the absolute pleasure of virtually meeting Edith Molina Edith, the founder of Morocco Swim Trek, and wanted to share her answers to...
Daniela Klaz
Jun 175 min read
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Event Spotlight: Bridges to Bluffs
Event overview: The Bridges to Bluffs 10k Swim is held every September in Downtown Knoxville, TN. Solo swimmers and two-person relays are...
Daniela Klaz
Jun 104 min read
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Event Spotlight: La Jolla Swim
I had the immense pleasure of interviewing Aaron Brennan, race director for the La Jolla Swim ( https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/LaJolla/LaJ...
Daniela Klaz
May 77 min read
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Event Spotlight: USLA Delray Beach Ocean Mile Swim
What better way to plan a vacation than to do so around a training or challenge swim? That way, you can convince anyone that's...
Daniela Klaz
Mar 312 min read
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Beyond the Breakers Open Water Swimming Conference
Open water swimming is more than just a sport—it’s a passion, a lifestyle, and for many, a family. I'm really excited there's going to...
Daniela Klaz
Sep 4, 20243 min read
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Columbia River Swim
Wild Waters had it's first vendor debut at the Columbia River Swim, hosted by Visit Hood River, at Cascade Locks. The event was...
Daniela Klaz
Sep 4, 20242 min read
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Portland Bridge Swim - Baby Race Director Strikes Again
Yesterday, I helped put on the Portland Bridge Swim as a co-race director. I was offered the role end of 2023 as the PBS planning team...
Daniela Klaz
Jul 15, 20249 min read
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Clackamas Cove Cruise 2024 as a Baby Race Director
On June 15, 2024, 77 determined swimmers gathered at the scenic Oregon City Cove (aka Clackamas Cove) in Oregon City for a chilly open...
Daniela Klaz
Jun 20, 20246 min read
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Lake Memphremagog Winter Swimming Festival
Skip to Packing List/Recommended Equipment This past week and weekend, Selkie Sam and I flew from Oregon to Vermont to participate in the...
Daniela Klaz
Feb 29, 20245 min read
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ENDWET - Swim Event Stories
Have you ever wanted to swim in water the consistency of coffee and chocolate milk mixed together? Used a catfish as a paddle? Almost...
Daniela Klaz
Feb 1, 20247 min read
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San Francisco 24 Hour Relay
Have you ever gotten that itch to go swimming in the San Francisco Bay at 3:30 AM with water and air temps in the low 50s/high 40s? ...
Daniela Klaz
Aug 19, 202312 min read
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