Courage.Will.Spirit.

Courage, will and spirit. That’s what it takes to do something difficult; to take a risk; to try for more in this life. These are the words that describe the potential each of us holds inside. It won’t be easy. But once we catch a glimpse of what’s possible, we will realize there is more to life than this.

We invite you to follow Nial’s swim, reading and watching the reaction of his mind and body to the distance he is setting out to conquer. If it speaks to you, join the journey by sharing your goal, your dream, your story or your encouragement during the summerlong swim in 2008. It’s enough time to make a change. It’s enough time for Nial to swim around the entire shoreline of Lake Michigan. It’s enough time for you to see what you’re made of.

You have until June to figure out what YOU will be doing next summer!

Training

Nial is ramping up his physical training and mental endurance to take on the punishment of a daily ultra-distance swim. Check his blog for updates. Are you training too? Or making a plan to start on a new path during Nial’s swim? Let us know.

TRAVELING TEN THOUSAND

To train for the swim and build community, Nial is swimming 10,000-yard workouts with supporters. Some swims will be held in the Chicago area. Others will take place along the shoreline over the winter, as Nial tours the area to scout his route.

If you belong to or coach a swim team, consider hosting a Traveling Ten Thousand workout at your pool. You’ll benefit from the energy of having Nial swim with the team, and he’ll benefit from your energy and encouragement, too. To set up a swim, send us a message.

Speaking

Nial is available for speaking engagements, including the unique opportunity to have him speak to your group before his landmark swim and return again to address them afterward.

Discounts available for these “before-and-after” bookings. To book a speaking engagement, send a message here. Rates are affordable for school groups.