I am a mountain man. As long as I remember, I have always liked the dramatic scenery of high mountains and peaceful valleys; the majestic peaks contrasting with gentle pastures. I love the comradeship on the rope, the silent ascent, the symbiosis with nature and rocks, and as a culmination the breathtaking view from the summit.So participating in the IUCN Big Swim is a big first for me, away from my natural habitat. But three reasons for getting wet really stand out: firstly, to support a fantastic Cause -IUCN- and its laudable mission; secondly, to do something for our planet by helping prevent the extinction of the "lady of the sea" and thirdly, to swim across the Lac Léman on the shores of which I grew up - but which I never crossed swimming.Your support and donation would be much appreciated, giving me strength to finish the estimated 4.25km distance between Nernier (F) and Prangins (CH). The Dugongs and I thank you in advance!Participer au Big Swim de l'IUCN est une vraie première pour moi, loin de mes montagnes. Mais trois raisons me poussent à faire trempette: premièrement, pour soutenir une Cause hors pairs: l'IUCN ; deuxièmement, pour faire quelque chose pour notre planète en contribuant à la protection de l'habitat naturel de ce paisible mammifère appelé "vache marine" et troisièmement, pour traverser le lac Léman qui m'a vu grandir mais que je n'ai jamais traversé à la nage.Les Dugongs et moi vous remercions d'avance pour votre soutien et votre don qui me donneront la force de nager la distance estimée à 4.25 km entre Nernier (F) et Prangins (CH) !