I havent done it, but if you decide to, I have a 15% off code you can use.

I don't know that you'll find an answer. Most weaker swimmers just switch to the back stroke or frog swim when they get tired. If you know you're a weak swimmer then just start at the back and rollover and do the back stroke when you get tired. no big deal.

Lums pond is not a particularly tough body of water to swim in, but you won’t be able to walk it, and will have to tread water once you are 25-50m in. If you aren’t confident you have the capacity to do the swim, please do not sign up. I’m not talking about anxiety which many people have, I’m talking about the aerobic ability to do it.

The run sucks by the way

Thanks friend. I might have to wait or start swimming more then.

You can practice open water at Hammerman Beach, Sandy Point, National Harbor (with Wave One) or Riva (with Crossing Currents). If you need someone to swim with, look into Mid Maryland Triathlon Club or Baltimore Area Triathlon Club. I’d be willing to go with you if that makes you more comfortable

Thanks I am a MMTC member (currently a weak swimmer). Thanks very much for the suggestion. I will have to check those places out first.

Good idea friend and yes I can do backstroke and it seems to cause less energy consumption than free style.