Bert Thomas in a support boat "Siesta" after finishing the crossing of the Juan de Fuca Strait by swimming it in 11 hours and 10 minutes.

Bert can barely be seen in the water, to the right of the 4th support vessel from the left, as he approaches Saxe Pt. to a cheering crowd of approximately 2000.

Bert Thomas, his wife, support boats and crew leaving Saxe Pt. after Bert's swim and record was completed.

Bert Thomas approaching rocks at Saxe Pt after swimming the Strait of Juan de Fuca.

Bert Thomas on shore at Saxe Pt in Esquimalt after swimming the Strait of Juan de Fuca from Port Angeles, WA.

Bert Thomas wading the final few feet to shore after swimming the Strait of Juan de Fuca.

Bert Thomas in support with his wife after swimming from Port Angeles, WA to Saxe Pt.