Question 1

Why the Women's Wave?

Accepted Answer

By walking hand-in-hand into Maine's cold ocean we're making a bold statement of the 💪 strength and power ⚡️of women WORLDWIDE.

And let's face it, times are TOUGH and we are coping by pouring our hearts into planning the best Women's Wave ever! THIS is how we make a BOLD statement. THIS is how we resist with JOY. THIS is how we show that the Women's Wave is UNSTOPPABLE!

We hope you'll feel the power, impact, and solidarity of the Women's Wave beyond the dip day.

Question 2

Who is invited to the Women's Wave?

Accepted Answer

Our 〰️WOMEN'S WAVE〰️ welcomes anyone who is comfortable centering the experiences of women!

Experienced dippers & first timers are welcome! Come solo or come with a crew! You will be welcomed and invited to join hands to walk in solidarity into the coldwater TOGETHER!

If you need to access free registration use the code WAVE at checkout.

Question 3

Can I order a Women's Wave shirt?

Accepted Answer

Yes, shirts that were pre-ordered before February 16th will be available for pickup ONLY at the Official Women's Wave Party at Austin Street on Friday evening, March 6th.

There is a pre-order open now-March 11th that will be shipped early April.

Question 4

I can't make it to the Party on Friday night. Is there another way I could get my shirt if I ordered one?

Accepted Answer

If you ordered your shirt before 2/16 we will only have your shirt at Austin Street. We will not have them on the beach on Saturday. If you have a friend coming to the Party they are welcome to pickup your items for you.

Your plans went off the rails?! We'll connect with you after the Women's Wave to coordinate getting your shirt to you.

Question 5

That's a lot of people. Where is everyone going to park?

Accepted Answer

We encourage everyone to park on the Southern Maine Community College campus. It's a quick walk to the beach. We will be sending you all of the info & maps by 3/1 via email and posting ALL of the things in ALL of the places (like Instagram!).

Question 6

What happens if the weather gets tricky?

Accepted Answer

We will be watching the forecast closely! Help us manifest ~42*F, no wind, no precipitation, and slightly overcast (for the photos and drone, obviously!!) If we need to move to our weather date (Sunday, March 8th) we will communicate via email and post on Instagram by Friday at 10am.

Question 7

I would like to feature the Women's Wave in the press. Who do I contact?

Accepted Answer

We'd be honored :) We love sharing this epic event and want to spread the word FAR AND WIDE. Please email us twomainemermaids@gmail.com and we'd be happy to connect.

Question 8

Are there restrooms available at the beach?

Accepted Answer

Please plan ahead! There are NO bathrooms available once you arrive at the beach. There is a Shaw's and Hannaford nearby. We recommend stopping there before you get to the beach.

Question 9

How do I know what to pack? When to go in the water? How to be safe?

Accepted Answer

Everyone who registers will receive the Women's Wave Guide via email! You can also download it here. Still have a question? Email us!

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