Taking the Plunge

College of the Atlantic in Bar Harbor has a unique September tradition. Image subjects: College of the Atlantic annual Swim to Bar Island in September

College of the Atlantic in Bar Harbor has a unique September tradition.
Image subjects: College of the Atlantic annual Swim to Bar Island in September

Location: Bar Harbor

Photography by: Michele Stapleton

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