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Lap The Lake: Jace Morgan Swims Around Lake Wawasee
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In this episode of The Lake Doctor Podcast, we dive into the inspiring story of Jace Morgan, an ultra-endurance athlete with a growing passion for environmental stewardship. Earlier this year, Jace took on an incredible challenge — swimming the entire 17-mile circumference of Lake Wawasee in his event, Lap the Lake. What started as a test of endurance quickly became a journey of purpose and connection to the very waters he calls home. With each mile, Jace developed a deeper appreciation for the natural beauty and community that surrounds our lakes and streams. From struggling with hypothermia to facing his fear of weeds (or aquatic macrophytes!), Jace's story is one of resilience and strength.
But Jace’s story doesn’t stop at the finish line. Moved by the experience and the support of his community, he has found a new passion for Lake Wawasee and partnered with the Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation (WACF) — ensuring that future generations can enjoy the same clean, vibrant waters that fueled his swim. Join us as Jace shares what it takes to push both body and spirit beyond limits, how the lake reshaped his outlook on stewardship, and why every effort can lead to waves of lasting change.
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Chapters
1. Meet Jace And The Big Swim (00:00:00)
2. Family Adventures And Boat Life (00:01:55)
3. From Coach To Pro Endurance Athlete (00:03:23)
4. Choosing A Perimeter Swim Challenge (00:05:02)
5. Training Load And Cross-Discipline Prep (00:06:13)
6. Crew, Kayak Pacing, And Logistics (00:07:48)
7. The 14-Mile Miscalculation Moment (00:09:03)
8. Mindset Reset And Community Energy (00:10:45)
9. Fueling Failures And Battling Cold (00:12:36)
10. Safety, Hypothermia Signs, And Spousal Veto (00:15:05)
11. Temperature Swings And Fall Timing (00:17:15)
12. Lake Physics: Mixing, Streams, And Springs (00:19:22)
13. Weed Fears To Macrophyte Respect (00:22:05)
14. Nutrients, Runoff, And Lake Health (00:24:40)
15. Why Conservation Became The Mission (00:26:30)
16. Community Partnerships And WACF (00:28:12)
17. County, State, And Lake Collaborators (00:30:00)
18. What’s Next And The Mental Game (00:31:10)
19. Closing And How To Get Involved (00:33:00)
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