The Wilmette Open Water one-mile swim race in Lake Michigan attracted many athletes to Gillson Beach in Wilmette June 13, ...

Adding a few simple steps to your training could help you avoid panic when swimming in open water. Get tips from Olympic ...

The parents of a 16-year-old who drowned in a lake warn other teens of the dangers of open water.

While open water swimming has gained in popularity in recent years, experts said many safety measures need to be in place first.

Pick designated swimming spots, learn about riptides and don't use inflatables at the beach, experts say.

Juneau’s Open Water Swim Series continues to be a hit among local swimmers looking for a few more strokes outside their normal pool routines. On Saturday, roughly 15 hearty souls entered the third ...

Open water swimmers will return to the Chicago River for the first time in over 98 years, after officials approved plans for a new Chicago River Swim race. The last organized open water swimming event ...

Three German swimmers became ill after competing in the open water races at the Paris Olympics, though it was not immediately clear if the long-polluted Seine River was responsible for their ...