Monthly Archives: March 2013

Escaping Alcatraz

Posted on 26/03/2013 by wildhighlanderswims

On 4 December 2012 I met Gary Emich, an intriguing man who will record his 1000th swim from Alcatraz on 11 June 2013, at the entrance to Pier 39 in the Fisherman’s Wharf area of San Francisco.  It was our first morning … Continue reading →

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A Scottish Ice Mile

Posted on 04/03/2013 by wildhighlanderswims

On Sunday 3 March 2013, at Loch Achilty in the Highlands of Scotland and with an amazing support team, I swam an Ice Mile in compliance with the International Ice Swimming Association’s criteria and I not only survived, but I … Continue reading →

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