Open Water Swim for ALS

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Swimmers, triathletes and others looking for a challenge are hitting the water for a fun swim event in a north suburban community that is also supporting a good cause. The Open Water Swim for ALS is at Tower Road Beach in Winnetka and features three distances - 2.4 miles, 1.2 miles and 900 meters. Proceeds benefit the Les Turner ALS Foundation to help support research, patient services and educational programs for people with ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease).

The Open Water Swim is part of the Foundation's Endurance Program, which has already raised close to $700,000 in its first four years.

Open Water Swim for ALS

Sunday, August 10

5:45 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

Tower Road Beach

Winnetka