Safety Team Info

A HUGE thank you to our 2018 Safety Team! We really can't thank you enough. Despite a troubling forecast in the days leading up to the event, we got our weather window and were able to safely operate the race. We're always looking to improve all aspects of the Point to La Pointe - if you have suggestions, shoot us an email at hilary@recreationandfitnessresources.org!
Our Safety Team is responsible for the safe operation of this great event and is primarily made up of amazing volunteers! The participation and support of volunteer Perimeter Motor Boats and Safety Paddlers is vital to a safe, fun race for the swimmers. We couldn’t do this event without you! Register to participate today or contact us for more information! 

Perimeter Motor Boat 

If you are interested in being a perimeter motor boat, please email us. 

Safety Paddlers

All safety paddlers must be experienced paddlers with the equipment and skills to handle Lake Superior conditions, comfortable in paddling in 3' waves, and capable of self-rescuing. 

To register, please complete a Safety Paddler Registration Form. 
 
​Race organizers reserve the right to reject a paddler or a paddler's vessel that is not suitable for Lake Superior.  

New for 2019, all swimmers, including the Non-Competitive Division swimmer, will be covered by the Safety Team. Non-Competitive Division swimmers no longer need to provide their own Safety Paddler. 

Expectations and Requirements
  • Kayaks must be at least 15 feet long with double bulkheads and rudder or skeg.
  • A properly fitted PFD, spray skit, bilge pump, paddle float, and the ability to use them are required.
  • If accompanied by the knowledge of how to use them, a VHF Radio and towbelt are strongly encouraged.
  • Kayakers are expected to be dressed for full immersion.
  • Kayakers and their equipment must be competent and capable of handling the range of conditions that could be encountered on race day on 2 miles of open water on Lake Superior including rain, fog, wind up to 20 knots, and waves up to 3 feet. 
  • If possible, please bring a second PFD to throw to a swimmer in trouble.

    Safety Team Weekend Schedule

    This is the 2018 schedule. We anticipate some changes for 2019. 
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    Friday
    • Registration

    Saturday
    • 6:00-6:30am - Paddlers drop off boats and gear
    • 7:00 - Safety Team on water, radio check, and conditions briefing
    • 7:20am - Race Start -Waves TBA
    • 10:00am - Pullout (any swimmers still in the water will be pulled)
    • 11:30am - Awards Ceremony at Joni's Beach
    • 12:00-4:00pm - Party at Joni's Beach (the first two rounds of beverages for Safety Team members are on us!)

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    Contact Hilary at hilary@recreationandfitnessresources.org or 715-779-5408 with questions. ​
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