Ilse ready to ‘Swim the Arctic Circle’
Hundreds of brave souls are preparing to take part in an annual series of races in the Torne River, above
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Younger Finns more and more attracted to winter swimming
People of all ages have traditionally engaged in winter swimming – especially in Finland – but regulars have begun to
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Microbes pose no threat to winter swimmers, according to Finnish Health Institute
The Finnish tradition of ice swimming poses very little risk of microbial infection to swimmers, the National Institute for Health
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Why water safety programs aren’t working in the Arctic
Across the country, Canadians are saying good-bye to winter and looking ahead to warm-weather activities including boating and swimming. It’s
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Competitor dies in grueling Alaska backcountry race
The inevitable has happened in the 32-year-old Alaska Mountain Wilderness Classic, and 44-year-old Rob Kehrer is dead. A 10-year veteran
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