The County of Hawai‘i Department of Parks and Recreation will host the 36th annual Richardson Roughwater Swim on Saturday, Aug. 30 at Richardson Ocean Park in Hilo.

This one-mile swim is designed for strong swimmers who can handle the open ocean course conditions, including currents and waves.

Registration is now open.

Registration Information

• Fee: $30 (includes entry and registration)
• Deadline: All registration forms and fees must be mailed in and postmarked no later than Aug. 13
• Forms and event information available at: https://www.parks.hawaiicounty.gov/divisions/recreation/aquatics.

Age Group Categories

• 10–14 years (Keiki)
• 15–19 years
• 20–34 years
• 35–49 years
• 50–64 years (Masters)
• 65+ (Seniors)
• 80+ (Kupuna)

For more information, please email the Parks and Recreation Aquatics Section at aquatics@hawaiicounty.gov.