Getting started at 50: an open water swimming journey
Getting started at 50: an open water swimming journey Getting started at 50: an open water swimming journey What if turning 50 didn’t mean slowing down, but diving head first into something completely new? Nilmini Francis shares her inspiring journey from hesitant pool swimmer to fearless open water enthusiast, discovering courage, camaraderie, and a renewed […]
Understanding Swimmer’s Itch And How To Prevent It
Understanding Swimmer’s Itch And How To Prevent It Understanding Swimmer’s Itch And How To Prevent It Swimming in lakes, rivers, and ponds is a beloved summer tradition, offering a refreshing escape into nature. But with that natural beauty comes a lesser-known reality: certain skin irritations can arise after a dip, particularly swimmer’s itch and other […]
NOWCA x Clarity Partnership for Innovative Water Testing
NOWCA x Clarity: Empowering Everyday Water Users to Reclaim Confidence in Open Water At NOWCA, our mission is simple: more people, more water, more safely. We’re committed to ensuring that open water access is not only widespread but also safe for everyone—from casual dippers to dedicated swimmers and paddlers. One of the most consistent concerns […]
Swimmable Rivers in London: a bold 10-year vision
Swimmable Rivers in London: a bold 10-year vision We’re excited to have been asked to be part of the solution and to engage with committees who share our vision for more water, more people, more safely. Tackling the water pollution issue is a huge task and complaining doesn’t provide solutions. Open discussion, education, sharing, learning, […]
Chill Out – Cold Water Swimming in Winter
Chill Out – Cold Water Swimming in Winter Dermott Hayes at Luxborough Lakes (Be Endurance) shared his expertise with FitPro magazine this month. Check out the fantastic article he wrote about cold water swimming. Written by Dermott Hayes, a fulltime triathlon coach who has been involved in delivering open water swimming since 2010 at a […]
Taplow Takes Safety to the Next Level: Floodlit Night Swims
Taplow Takes Safety to the Next Level: Floodlight Night Swims NOWCA Wild is free to download. Taplow Lakeside illuminates night swimming with floodlight swim sessions. We take a look at this new concept and how the trial sessions have been for the open water swimming community. Taplow Lakeside has once again raised the bar for […]
What is swimmer’s ear?
What is Swimmer’s Ear? A common problem that affects water lovers, but is often undiagnosed or ignored. Swimmer’s ear and Surfer’s ear are two common ear conditions that affect people who spend a lot of time in water, especially swimmers and surfers, hence their names. While both conditions affect the ears, they have different causes […]
Cold Water Swimming: A Safety Guide
Cold Water Swimming: A Safety Guide Cold water swimming is a fantastic winter activity and growing in popularity. Our safety guide will help you prepare before you embark on your cold water journey, so you can enjoy the experience safely throughout the season. Read the full guidance on the NOWCA Wild app – INTEREST section. NOWCA Wild is […]
