ST. IGNACE, Mich. (WZZM) -- An annual swim across the Straits of Makinac is now becoming an official race competition.
The World Open Water Swimming Association is adding the Mighty Mac Swim to its World Open Water Swimming Series. Organizers say the overall male and female winners of the race will receive a $20,000 prize.
The swim coincides with the annual Labor Day walk across the Mackinac Bridge.
Anyone interested in participating can attempt to pre-qualify for the race starting Tuesday at 7 a.m. You can find the form at this link.
