Winter swimming enthusiasts gathered at a frozen lake near the Canadian border in northern Vermont for the 10th annual Memphremagog Winter Swimming Festival. The festival kicked off with a 200-meter freestyle race in a pool cut from the ice, attracting 180 participants who embraced the icy challenge.
One participant expressed her joy, stating that the event was the highlight of her year. For her, the camaraderie and sense of community outweighed the frigid waters. Competitors from various regions, including Virginia, Ohio, and even international locations like Mexico and England, came together to celebrate their shared passion for winter swimming.
