Race Details

The Ray Licata Memorial Swim is on Sunday August 15, 2010 in Long Branch, NJ, and organized in cooperation with the Long Branch Department of Recreation to raise funds for swimmer safety in Long Branch.

Cancellation of Swim: The Beach Manager will cancel this event if the weather or ocean conditions are unsafe.

1 Mile Swim

The race starts at 8:00 am and participants shall meet on the boardwalk at Pier Village. The starting location depends on the ocean conditions on the day of the race.

The Start: Make your way to the start area at 7:45. There is a bullhorn; please listen to any instructions given by organizers.

The Swim: The swim is along the coastline in Long Branch. Participants will be directed to stay within race boundries. Lifeguards will be present both in and out of the water.

The Finish: Once you exit the water you will receive a number and be directed to a results station. Please hand your number to a volunteer, who will record your place and time.

100 Yard Fun Swim

After the main race, at approximately 8:45 am, a 100 Yard Fun Swim will take place to allow others to participate in this event.

The Start: Listen for instructions from organizers on the bullhorn.

The Swim: The swim is at the Pier Village in Long Branch, NJ. Participants will swim directly out and back around a buoy 50 yards offshore. Lifeguards will be present both in and out of the water. No groins (aka, jetties) will need to be negotiated.

The Finish: No official results are kept, this is a Fun Swim!