“Braving” The Chilly Waters of Lake Ontario

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While most people entering the waters of Lake Ontario this time of year wear a wet suit/dry suit to keep them from the chilly waters, a group of friends home from university decided to give it a go in just shorts on Saturday, October 10, 2020.

Though they were “brave” enough to try it, the swim didn’t last long as all three made it out of the water in seconds.

Pete Fisher
Author: Pete Fisher

Has been a photojournalist for over 30-years and have been honoured to win numerous awards for photography and writing over the years. Best selling author for the book Highway of Heroes - True Patriot Love

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