Being open water swimmers, we get to see the destruction of the natural habitat first hand. The pace at which we move through the water allows us to take a good hard look at what humankind is doing to the planet, and we spend a lot of time on the beach which is where the problems can be all too visible. Many of us consume unconsciously. Whether it’s the media, food, or other household consumables. We do it without thinking, without awareness of the damage that is taking place.
It is the responsibility of every individual to change their habits so that we can help the ecosystems we love so much.
The healing journey won’t be easy and it might not happen in our lifetime. I know for my own journey, I can’t spend my time on planet Earth without at least trying.
I have been thinking about this list for some time, after a lot of brainstorming I have come up with my step by step guide to being a more responsible open water swimmer. These tips are not exclusive for swimmers, every member of society has the potential to make better choices that have a direct impact on the oceans.
1. Awareness
Be aware, look around you, take note. What do you see? How does it make you feel? What are you going to do about it? People often turn a blind eye to the damage they…
