The Huntington Mile: Open Water Swim Series & Race

The Huntington Mile Open Water Swim Series & Race USMS-Sanctioned (pending)  Lake Clare | Huntington, Indiana 1005 N Broadway Ave. (Fire Station side of lake) EVENT OVERVIEW The Huntington Mile is a one-mile and two-mile USMS-sanctioned open water swim race held at Lake Clare, a 65+ acre recreational lake in Huntington, Indiana. This event is designed for experienced open water swimmers and is presented and organized by L4L Community Studios, a volunteer-operated 501(c)(3) nonprofit. The Huntington Mile Open Water Swim Series & Race serves as a fundraiser for L4L Aquatics programming and helps bring awareness to open water swimming, water safety, and community-based endurance sport. Throughout the season and on race day, swimmers are supported by the L4L Aquatics Safety Team both on land and in the water. HOST & AFFILIATION Join USMS Swim Club L4L Aquatics (L4LA) and our host organization, L4L Community Studios, for the 2026 Huntington Mile Open Water Swim Series & Race at Lake Clare. 2026 Race Date:  Sunday, September 13, 2026 ⏰ 9:00 AM Start  SUMMER SUNDAYS — OPEN WATER PRACTICES In addition to race day, the L4L Aquatics Team returns for its 7th season offering weekly open water swim practices at Lake Clare. #SummerSundays2026  May 17 – September 27, 2026 ⏰ Sundays | 1:00–3:00 PM Summer Sundays provide a 300–500 yard triangular open water practice course and serve as race-course familiarization for Huntington Mile participants. These sessions are ideal for experienced swimmers and those looking to safely explore open water swimming in a supported environment. Eligibility: Experienced swimmers 14 years and older (Youth Race Division will be added by May 17th) Pricing & Registration Season Pass available at a discounted rate Early Bird pricing through May 18 Suggested Daily Donation: $10 USMS / USAT / USA / YMCA youth swim club members (Discount codes: USMS2026, USAT2026, USA2026, YMCA2026) $20 non-members