Chesapeake Bay Magazine, June Date Set For “Harbor Splash” Swim In Baltimore’s Inner Harbor
For years, the idea of swimming in the Baltimore Harbor was seen more as a punchline than a real possibility. But thanks to ongoing efforts to reduce runoff, wastewater pollution, and litter sweeping down from upstream urban neighborhoods, waterkeepers have found that areas of the harbor are safe for swimming much of the year.
To celebrate the progress and to raise support for future efforts, the City of Baltimore announced it would hold an upcoming “Harbor Splash” swim—right in the harbor. The idea has certainly raised eyebrows, and this week the city’s Waterfront Partnership announced the Harbor Splash is on for Sunday, June 23, 2024.
Up to 125 people ages 18 and older can sign up to take part in the organized, timed jump. The first Harbor Splash participants to jump in will be Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott, Maryland Comptroller Brookie Lierman, and other key partners, diving right in from a a floating dock at Bond Street Wharf in Fells Point.
Umm, maybe next year.
The Wombat has Rule 5 Sunday: Pool’s Open up and garnering clicks at The Other McCain.
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