Aquanaut

Aquanaut, a Webelos Elective Adventure

The Webelos Cub Scout handbook says, “Swimming is great exercise and a whole lot of fun. It is also an important skill to learn when you consider that 70% of the Earth is covered in water. In this Adventure, you’ll discover how to enjoy swimming and how to respond to water emergencies. Time to grab your swimsuit and your buddy tag and hit the water.”

Requirements:

1. State the safety precautions you need to take before doing any swimming activity. 
2. Explain the meaning of “order of rescue” and demonstrate the reach and throw rescue techniques from land.
3. Learn how to prevent and treat hypothermia.
4. Attempt to tread water.
5. Attempt the BSA swimmer test.
6. Have 30 minutes, or more, of free swim time where you practice the buddy system and stay within your ability group. The qualified adult supervision should conduct at least three buddy checks per half hour swimming.