The 2023 Point to La Pointe Open Water Swim is the rec center's biggest fundraiser. This year we have 600 swimmers participating in the event. This monumental endeavor cannot take place without the generosity of volunteers on whom we count on to help us make this a safe and successful event.
​Do you have a few hours to donate for a great cause? Then please consider signing up for one of our numerous volunteer opportunities.

VOLUNTEER ON LAND

VOLUNTEER ON WATER

On land VOLUNTEER SIGN UP

Kayak/Paddler Volunteer Sign Up

BOAT VOLUNTEER SIGN UP

Questions can be directed to: ursula  at [email protected]
Call: 715-779-5408 

Kayak/Paddler Questions can be
​directed to Brian at:
[email protected]​

Questions can be directed to: ursula at [email protected]
Call: 715-779-5408 ​

Volunteers are an integral part of the Point to La Pointe Open Water Swim. We have a number of shifts and roles available from helping with set up, to sales, registration and more. Most shifts are 3 hours long.
To see a list of all available opportunities, please click on the Volunteer Sign up button above. You can sign up for as many shifts as you can comfortably manage. ​
When: July 29, 30, 31, Aug 1 & 2, 2025
Where: Bayfield, Multiple locations over multiple days  (Rec Center, Lakeside Pavilion, Beach, etc.), Madeline Island.
Why: Because we can't do it without you!

Are you or anyone you know comfortable paddling their sea kayak or SUP on the open waters of Western Lake Superior in winds up to 15 knots and waves to 2 feet, then we are looking for you to assist us with on-water safety during the event.
When: August 2, 2025
What: Safety kayakers / SUP’rs needed for the Pointe to La Pointe Open Water Swim
Where: Bayfield, Wisconsin
Why: To support the safety of 650 swimmers on a 2.1 mile open-water journey from the Mainland to Madeline Island

Do you own a motor boat? Would you like to be a part of the Point to La Pointe Safety Team? Boaters are  the second line of safety needed to assist kayakers when a swimmer needs to be pulled out of the water. Boaters will be assigned to a specific location along the route. Boaters should have access to a VHF Radio.
When: August 2, 2025
What: Boaters needed for the Point to La Pointe Safety Team to support the 600 swimmers during the race.
Why: Because you rock! Because we need you and because we can't do it without your help and support!