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 ...

Is there anything more magical and inviting than a misty, secluded hot spring on a cold winter day? The Western United States is teeming with natural hot springs just waiting for you to discover them.

The beach may beckon, but these freshwater swimming holes and hot springs show another side of the state: Granite canyons, emerald pools and ancient redwood groves. By Dillon Seitchik-Reardon The best ...

A 'magical' tidal pool that's popular with wild swimmers has been praised as the 'perfect' spot for a winter swim. Found in Cornwall, the 'stunning' pool could be especially attractive to people who ...

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 ...

Charlotte Brynn winter swimming in Lake Willoughby. Photo courtesy of Charlotte Brynn/CNS Kate Kampner is a reporter with the Community News Service, part of the University of Vermont’s Reporting & ...

Summer is almost over, but a handful of hot days are still in the forecast. If your local pool already closed for the season and you're tired of finding sand everywhere after a beach trip, there are ...

Staying hydrated, using sun protection, and watching for signs of overheating are crucial for safe swimming in high temperatures. Excessively hot pool water can cause bacterial growth, chemical ...