Get Wet for Multiple Sclerosis: Menorca’s Big Swim

What the Event Is All About

The “Get Wet for Multiple Sclerosis” swim is a yearly charity challenge that brings together swimmers from across Menorca. Participants log meters in the water, raise money, and help fund research into multiple sclerosis (MS). This year’s edition drew a record crowd and smashed previous fundraising totals.

Numbers That Show the Impact

• 582 swimmers took part.
• Together they covered 322,481 meters – that’s over 320 km of swimming!
• The event raised 2,457.50 euros for MS research.

Where the Swim Happened

Ten Spots Across Six Towns

The activity was spread out so everyone could join nearby. Swimmers hit the water at:

• Sa Caleta beach in Ciutadella
• Alcalfar in St. Louis
• Bar Pons, Cala en Porter (Alaior)
• Na Macaret municipal pool in Mercadal
• Sa Mesquida, Es Canutells, Es Grau
• Malbúger Sports Center (the swim here was held on Friday)

Headquarters Base

All organizers met at Cala Pedrera in Castell, which served as the central hub for coordination and volunteer support.

Who Showed Up to Support

Local Leaders and Officials

Representatives from several municipalities turned out to cheer the swimmers and highlight the cause:

• Lluís Camps – Mayor of Castell
• Loles Tronch – Representative from Sant Lluís
• Joan Palliser – Official from Mercadal
• Carmen Reynés – Island Minister of Social Welfare
• Melissa Manota – Insular director of Social Welfare
• Councilors Salomé Cabrera, Enric Mas, Lorenzo Mascaró, and Eloy Pons also attended.

Organizers and Volunteers

Isabel Garriga, president of the Menorca Multiple Sclerosis Association, thanked everyone at the end of the day. She gave special shout‑outs to the volunteers whose behind‑the‑scenes work made the simultaneous swims possible.

Why This Matters for Teens

Getting involved in a fun, active challenge like this shows how sports can double as a powerful way to help others. Whether you’re a strong swimmer or just enjoy splashing around, every meter adds up to real‑world support for scientists working on MS treatments.

Conclusion

The latest “Get Wet for Multiple Sclerosis” event in Menorca proved that community spirit, combined with a love of swimming, can generate impressive results. With over 580 participants, more than 300 km logged, and nearly 2,500 euros raised, the swim not only raised funds but also raised awareness about MS across the island. Thanks to swimmers, local officials, and dedicated volunteers, the fight against multiple sclerosis gained a fresh wave of support.

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