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PHOTOS: Maryland Swim for Life

Over 220 swimmers competed in 25th annual event

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10 years ago

July 17, 2016

Kevin Majoros

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Swim for Life 2016 (Washington Blade photo by Kevin Majoros)

The District of Columbia Aquatics Club hosted the 25th annual Maryland Swim for Life on July 9th in the Chester River on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. Over 220 swimmers competed in 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 mile races along with a 2.4 mile triathlon challenge. The event was a fundraiser with proceeds benefiting Quality of Life Retreats, Heart to Hand and the Chester River Association. (Washington Blade photos by Kevin Majoros)

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