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The Hudson River Swim For Life
Sunday, Sept. 13, 2009

The 18th Annual Hudson River Swim for Life which was held on Sunday, September 13, 2009 attracted swimmers of all ages and abilities but they all have one thing in common: they swam to raise money for The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and for Friends of Claire, whose mission it is to support the fight against ALS. This year the event attracted 260 swimmers, 110 kayakers and over 100 volunteers. Fifty seven swimmers chose a one mile route this year, swimming parallel to the shore, while the rest swam 3 miles from Nyack, NY to Sleepy Hollow, NY.

More information and photos from The Hudson River Swim For Life can be found at www.hudsonriverswim.org.
 
Since its inception over 18 years ago, the mission of The Hudson River Swim For Life has been to raise awareness of the Hudson River, promote swimming as a lifelong form of fitness, and to raise funds for the ongoing efforts of charities in the community. Overall, the event has raised approximately $1.8 million for local non-profit organizations.
 
The date for the 2010 Hudson River Swim For Life is tentatively set for Sunday, September 12th.

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