Aquatics Training
Water is dangerous and potentially deadly for the unprepared. Adults who participate in water and paddle sports need to be strong swimmers. Beyond that, they should complete all training available to our Troop safe on and in the water.
Safety Afloat
Adult leaders supervising activities afloat must have completed Safety Afloat training within the previous two years.
Additional leadership is provided in ratios of one trained adult, staff member, or guide per 10 participants.
Developed to promote boating and boating safety and to set standards for safe unit activity afloat
Training available online
Safe Swim Defense Training
Adult leaders supervising a swimming activity must have completed Safe Swim Defense training within the previous two years.
It is strongly recommended that all units have at least one adult or older youth member currently trained in BSA Aquatics Supervision: Swimming and Water Rescue or BSA Lifeguard to assist in planning and conducting all swimming activities.
Covers basics for conducting swimming activities in a safe manner
Training available online
Canoe Training
If you plan to attend a canoe outing, you must attend Canoe Training
We will teach you the basics of paddling, how to recover a capsized canoe, and how to be safe on the water
Paddle Craft Safety
Expands Safety Afloat training to include the skills and knowledge needed for a unit leader to confidently supervise canoeing or kayaking excursions on flat water
Swimming & Water Rescue
Information and skills to prevent, recognize, and respond to swimming emergencies during unit swimming activities
Questions? Come talk to our Aquatics Team.
