Texas' Most Underrated Swimming Hole Is A Calm, Crystal-Clear Paradise Draining Into The Gulf

For a crowd-free swimming hole to cool off from Texas' blazing heat, head to an underrated area with calm, turquoise waters ...
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Natural Water Can Look Safe—But Is It? How to Quickly Assess Before You Dive In

You can't always tell if lakes and rivers are free of dangerous pathogens, but knowing the warning signs can help reduce risk. Julia Ries Wexler is a writer focusing on all things health and wellness.
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This Mediterranean Country Has the Cleanest Swimming Waters in the World—and It's Famous for Its Crystal-clear Turquoise Beaches

The cleanest swimming water in the world is in Cyprus, according to this year’s report from the European Environment Agency (EEA) that ranks the cleanest bathing water. The report analyzes both inland ...

Hundreds plunge into Chicago River in city’s first open-water swim in nearly a century

About 300 swimmers participated in the event, marveling at the clean water and festive atmosphere. Event organizers say they'll donate $100,000 to ALS research and $50,000 to fund swim lessons for ...
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Is It Safe to Swim in the Bay? Braving the Cold (and Sometimes Dirty) Water

Swimming in the San Francisco Bay is more than a hobby or a form of exercise for the avid community of swimmers who show up regularly to take a dip. It’s practically a spiritual experience. “I work a ...