It’s 6:45 a.m. and cold — in the mid-30s — when I step onto the Bethesda-Chevy Chase YMCA’s outdoor pool deck, a towel wrapped around my shoulders. Pink streaks punctuate the sky, and I can still see ...
Jeff Rubin of Madison once swam in Antarctica. He was a tour guide on a ship with a Russian doctor who swam regularly so Rubin joined him one day. The water temperature was 29 degrees. “It’s not ...
While wild swimming during the depths of winter might seem like a slightly mad idea, it's a pastime that's becoming hugely popular. In fact, part of the ritual of this slow living hobby often involves ...
Avid outdoor adventurers know that the exploration doesn’t have to stop when the mercury drops. Winter hiking provides those who venture out with a unique experience, but the proper gear can make all ...
POTOMAC, Md. — Throughout the winter months, with temperatures below freezing, in windy conditions, sometimes during a snow storm and cold rain, you'll find the St. Andrew's Episcopal School swim team ...