Couldn't be happier to add to Team USA's medal count. My dream came true. pic.twitter.com/gi6OrZ0CY8
— David Plummer (@davideplummer) August 9, 2016
David Plummer made it in the history books last night in Rio at the Summer Olympics by capturing the Bronze Medal in the 100 Meter Backstroke at the age of 30, which made home the oldest swimming competitor in this years games.
Mary Gooze of Oregon, Wisconsin is an amazing inspiration to us all, as she has set out to swim across lakes all over the country to raise funds and awareness for metastatic breast cancer research. Her journey is called "One woman, many Lakes."
Summer is here and it is getting hot, and many Northlanders are heading to the beach. We don't have the ocean but we do have the biggest fresh water lake in the world and with it comes many dangers including Riptides or Rip Currents.
When you have a tiny lap dog you are not going to expect them to love to swim or even like to, but we wanted to see If our dog Tinkie even knew how to Doggie Paddle?
A recent viral trend called the "Cold Water Challenge" has inspired individuals around the country to take a dip in icy spring lakes for good causes, such as cancer research. While intentions may be good, officials warn against taking part in the activity, especially in Duluth's shipping canal.
I for one was none to happy with all the new snow we got this past week, but 2 guys named Shanesaw and Scuba Steve decided to strap on the Speedos and go for a snow swim.