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Volunteer at the Buzzards Bay Swim

Cisco Brewers Kitchen & Bar 1480 East Rodney French Blvd., New Bedford, MA, United States

Not a swimmer but still want to get involved with the Buzzards Bay Swim? Volunteer your time at the Swim and help us run a safe, fun event for everybody. This year, approximately 80 volunteers assist with setup, check-ins, food service, safety squads, and more. Register as a volunteer here.

Volunteer for the 2023 Buzzards Bay Swim

Cisco Brewers Kitchen & Bar 1480 East Rodney French Blvd., New Bedford, MA, United States

The Buzzards Bay Swim is a one-of-a-kind scenic point-to-point open water swim across outer New Bedford Harbor. Assisted by a robust safety patrol, swimmers navigate 1.2 miles through the harbor and channel. At the Fairhaven finish line, swimmers are welcomed with a beach party featuring a live steel drum band, pancakes cooked to order, gourmet […]

Buzzards Bay Swim

Buzzards Bay Coalition 114 Front Street, New Bedford, MA, United States

Buzzards Bay Swim is a scenic point-to-point open water swim across outer New Bedford Harbor. Through the harbor and channel, swimmers pass by the iconic Butler Flats Lighthouse and the New Bedford Hurricane Barrier, one of the largest stone structures on the East Coast. A live steel drum band, pancakes cooked to order, gourmet coffee, […]