The Fig Skinny Dip 2015

The Fig Skinny Dip 2015

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Posted 2015-02-11 by MaggieVPfollow

Sun 08 Mar 2015

People sometimes ask me if I attend all the events I write about, but while I'd like to it just isn't possible. However there was one event last year that really took me out of my comfort zone. Despite that I had a great time and what's more, I'll be back for the 2015 Naked Fig Skinny Dip challenge to be held this year at South Beach on Sunday 8 March.


The Skinny Dip is organised by The Fig group of cafes with two main aims: to raise funds for The Butterfly Foundation for Eating Disorders and to get into the Guinness Book of Records for the world's largest skinny dip. In 2014 at North Swanbourne beach, 672 people raised thousands of dollars but were unable to break the record. We were about 80 people short and rough surf conditions were also a factor as everyone has to be in the water at once.

This year to ensure better conditions and less swell the Skinny Dip will be held at South Beach. South Beach is protected by Garden Island and has calm waters most days. The beach will be reserved to ensure participant privacy.

I was impressed by how well last year's event was organised. There were changing tents, a holding area for clothes and valuables, ample security and surf lifesavers on duty at the beach itself. There was entertainment, freebies and an inspiring speech by event ambassador paralympian Jessica Smith . More than anything else though, the day was fun and everyone I spoke to was planning to return this year - and bring their friends. No need to take my word for this - check out last year's Facebook page for more glowing reviews.

The Fig Skinny Dip 2014 from The Fig on Vimeo.

Don't miss this chance to do something completely different!

The Fig Skinny Dip is an 18-plus, alcohol-free, council-approved, ticketed and secure event. Full details can be found on the registration page.

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