At least in the USA. In Canada, it’s the start of the May 24th long weekend, so the traditional start of the season when people go to the lake, camping, kayaking, etc.
Everyone should learn to swim, or at least learn enough about water safety to keep themselves and their families from drowning.
It’s also a great form of low-impact full-body exercise and a new skill you can learn at any age. I taught my grandma to swim when she was in her early 80s.
I admit to bias, as I have been swimming since childhood and find my calm and peace in the silence and rhythmic movement of swimming. It’s also where I have met a whole network of adult friends.
If you do a lane swim regularly , or swim with a masters club, or even swim competitively, that’s awesome. If that’s not your thing, please enjoy the beach, the pond or the river – safely.
