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In the new ‘Protest’ issue of Outdoor Swimmer – out now and available to order! – we ask not only how can you be a better swimmer but how can you do more for swimming?

Many swimmers pick litter at their swim spots and try to do their bit to leave their local swim spot better than they found it. But some swimmers take their fight further to campaign for the environment, make access to the water better, improve water quality and protect wildlife. But fighting for our right to swim doesn’t just stop there. From individual swimmers campaigning for disability access, to eco-conscious companies trying to bring about industry change, the fight for a better swimming world is being fought on many fronts. We hope the new issue inspires you to think differently about how, where and what you do while swimming! 

Scroll down for my highlights of what's in the Protest issue. 

Ella Foote, Editor

• Vote with your feet: how swimming can bring about political change.
• Biodegradable wetsuits are here! An industry first from Zone3, which we promise won’t disappear as you swim. 
• How can we nurture the places we swim? Be inspired by the outdoor swimmers giving back to their swim spots.
• Recycle, reuse, repair: how can we ensure that our swimming gear has the least possible impact on the environment?
• Right to roam: The Outdoor Swimming Society’s Inland Access Group shines a light on the legalities of swimming and trespassing so you can swim in confidence.

• PLUS Say no to sinking legs! In the penultimate part of our Winter Freestyle Refresher Course, we help you unleash the power of your legs.
• “How can I keep up my fitness over winter?” Coach Cassie Patten has your dryland exercise programme. 
• Keep safe and seen with our buying guide to towfloats and safety kit.

All this and so much more! Including health news, outdoor swimming news, training, swim locations, technique, travel, event listings and kit reviews.