MEET DIRECTOR: SUSANNE COOPER
susannecooper@gmail.com
(910) 638-3118

IMPORTANT:
1.  USA SWIMMING PROHIBITS THE USE OF WET SUITS IN TEMPS ABOVE 20 DEGREE CELSIUS AND THE WATER TEMERATURE DOES NOT MERIT THEM.

2. Swim suit rules---women may wear 2 pieces, as long as they are not tie back and do have sports bra/triathlon type tops in line w/ FINA decency requirements.

3. Nails--Real and Fake nails that go over the required length will result in a NO SWIM! Nail length will be inspected at check in. NO swimmer will receive a number if their​ fingernails are not deemed legal by the referee at check in.

Directions and Parking for Races:
All parking for Carolina Invitational races will be at the soccer field near the venue.  Signs for parking will be posted. Please follow the signs to the appropriate parking area.  The entrance to Seven Lakes North is located on Seven Lakes Drive, just past Seven Lakes Fire and Rescue.

Open Water 101

To ensure the safety and enjoyment of all participants and spectators…

DO park in the paddock area (Saturday) off of Seven Lakes Drive, next to the 7 Lakes Fire Station; signs will guide you.

DO allow time to be shuttled to the race area (20 minutes).

DO set up on the Lake side of the Dam for everyone’s safety (EMS must be able to pass safely).

DO bring binoculars.

DO bring and wear sunblock (applying often)

DO bring umbrellas/tents/shade structures, chairs, etc. (It can be very hot along the dam, shade is a must)

DO bring food and WATER 
Concessions and Mean Bean Coffee Cafe, will be available all day Saturday.

DON’T put sunscreen on your arm until after it’s been marked/tattooed and dried 

DON’T crowd the finish area…pictures of the swimmers can be taken on the podium between award ceremonies. 
In accordance with USA Swimming guidelines, we CANNOT allow any spectators in the starting area.  Please respect this!!  It is for the safety of ALL swimmers, including your own and is a requirement for sanctioning this race.

DO pick up your trash on your way out.