My Auntie Lynne flew up this weekend to swim from Alcatraz back to SF; early Sunday (6/6/10) morning we drove into the foggy city for the race. As she rode the ferry to The Rock, I parked and ran down from Ft. Mason to the break at Aquatic Park. As the swimmers ferried out, many kayakers headed out to guide the swimmers. The fire boats (So. Marin Fire, Tiburon Fire, SF Fireboat, etc.) came out, followed by additional Fire Rescue personnel and PD/Sheriff. After a short wait, they all started to come in. When the crowd inquired, one of the kayakers explained that the Coast Guard deemed the conditions unsafe due to the fog. The alternative race, a time trial, was scheduled for a half hour later. I moved the car and scurried down to watch the race. As one of nearly 1,000 swimmers, it was impossible to spot Lynne, but in the end, I found I should have been looking for the mama in the front of the pack! Lynne took first place in her age bracket in the wetsuit category. Go Lynnie!
~ 6am, before the lights were turned off.
Fireboat, Fire Rescue, and many dedicated kayakers!
I realize that's my finger in the picture, but check out the pooch along for the ride! This kayaker was talking to the group hanging out on the jetty; the dog would look at us eagerly and then snuggle back down. The guy said she rides with him frequently.
The view from the path from Ft. Mason down to the mouth of Aquatic Park. A group of us onlookers hung out at the end of the break; groups of crabbers were out there in the early morning as well. One persistent sea lion kept swimming between the crab pots, stealing first from those on the inner side, then hitting the ones on the Bay side. He had a full tummy by 9am! He also hung out and entertained everyone; groups of tourists with kids LOVED him.
Sharkfest 2010! Balclutha in the background.
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