Burlington Free Press reporter, Lake Champlain Swim?

Hello, my name is Mark Gould and I am a sports reporter for the Burlington Free Press. I am looking to get in touch with anyone planning on swimming the upcoming Lake Champlain Swim. I am curious about training methods. Where do you usually swim? What precautions do you take? Feel free to e-mail me at mark.j.gould@gmail.com Thanks in advance.