As Memorial Day weekend approaches on St. John, swimmers from all over the United States and beyond arrive in anticipation for the 22nd Annual Joe Kessler’s Beach to Beach Power Swim. This isn’t just any swim; it’s a world-renowned open water event, ranked among the “Top 25” globally, and it’s happening right here in the Virgin Islands National Park.
This year, a staggering 371 swimmers, with ages spanning from 7 to 82, will test their skills on the North Shore course, starting at Maho Bay Beach, and finishing at either Cinnamon, Trunk, or Hawksnest Beach.
Read moreThe 22nd Annual Joe Kessler’s Beach to Beach Power Swim this Sunday, May 25