Swim The Fish 2026

Swim the Fish is a 1 mile, 1/2 mile, or 5K (3.1 miles) open water swim race benefiting the Wave's community benefit programs which include; Membership Assistance Program for those in financial need, School to Pool, and A+ student free access.   The races will take place on a loop course starting and finishing at Whitefish City Beach in the beautiful Whitefish, Montana!  REGISTRATION/COSTS Registration is found online through race day.  Early registration runs February 14th thru May 1st: $45 Regular registration runs May 2nd thru August 4th: $65Late and same day registration runs August 5th thru August 8th: $80 Please note: You will not be guaranteed a race packet if signing up during late or same day registration period. Swimmers under 18 must have a certified swim coach’s prior approval to swim by emailing the race director, Carrie Jacobs (carriemjacobs@gmail.com) upon signup. The certified swim coach must be able to prove proficient open water swimming ability from the mi