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BSA AQUATICS PROGRAMS

BSA AQUATICS PROGRAMS. AQUATICS PROGRAMS HAVE BEEN DEVELOPED AT EVERY LEVEL OF SCOUTING …. . . . FROM TIGER CUBS. TO ADULTS. . . . FOR ADVANCEMENT. . . . FOR INSTRUCTION. . . . FOR RECREATION. . . . AND FOR LEADERSHIP TRAINING. LET’S TAKE A LOOK AT

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BSA AQUATICS PROGRAMS

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  1. BSA AQUATICS PROGRAMS

  2. AQUATICS PROGRAMS HAVE BEEN DEVELOPED AT EVERY LEVEL OF SCOUTING…

  3. . . . FROM TIGER CUBS TO ADULTS . . .

  4. . . . FOR ADVANCEMENT . . .

  5. . . . FOR INSTRUCTION . . .

  6. . . . FOR RECREATION . . .

  7. . . . AND FOR LEADERSHIP TRAINING

  8. LET’S TAKE A LOOK AT THE OVERALL PROGRAM

  9. Ensures consistency and safety The same at all levels of Scouting Non-Swimmer, Beginner and Swimmer Swim Classification Tests Non-Swimmer Beginner Swimmer

  10. CUB SCOUT AQUATICS PROGRAMS

  11. Tiger Cub Elective (Go swimming with an adult) Tiger Cubs may work toward Swimming Belt Loops and Sports Pins Cubs have no formal learn-to-swim program but should be encouraged to participate in other agencies’ programs. (ARC or YMCA) Tiger Cubs

  12. Wolf Achievement Bear Electives -- Boats -- Swimming Swimming Belt Loop Swimming Sports Pin Cub Scout Aquatics

  13. Swimming Belt Loop Swimming Sports Pin Aquanaut Activity Badge Webelos Aquatics

  14. BOY SCOUT AQUATICS PROGRAMS

  15. How to conduct a safe swim -- Safe Swim Defense Boy Scout Beginners Test Reaching and Throwing Rescues Can be checked off by knowledgeable adult leader Procedures can be found in the Scout Handbook 2nd Class Aquatics

  16. How to conduct a safe boating activity -- Safety Afloat. Boy Scout Swimmers Test Line and Tender Rescues Can be checked off by knowledgeable adult leader Procedures can be found in the Scout Handbook 1st Class Aquatics

  17. Aquatic Merit Badges • SWIMMING MB • LIFESAVING MB • CANOEING MB • ROWING MB • MOTORBOATING MB • SMALL BOAT SAILING MB • WATER SPORTS MB • WHITEWATER MB • SCUBA DIVING MB SATISFY EAGLE REQUIREMENTS REQUIRE SPECIALIZED INSTRUCTION

  18. Aquatic Awards Introduce specialized areas of aquatics Available to Boy Scouts and Venture Scouts Can be earned by adults as well as youth Tied to advancement or simply for recreation

  19. HIGH ADVENTURE AQUATICS PROGRAMS

  20. Aquatics High Adventure The BSA maintains two High Adventure bases centered around aquatics -- Northern Tier (MN and Canada) and the Seabase (FL). Many councils also operate High Adventure camps.

  21. VENTURE SCOUT AQUATICS PROGRAMS

  22. Venturing Aquatics The Outdoor Bronze Award and the Ranger Award have aquatic electives -- Lifesaver, Scuba and Watercraft. The Sports Bronze Award and the Silver Award also have aquatic elements. Normal Venture Crew activities could also be aquatic oriented.

  23. Sea Scouts Sea Scouts is a specialized segment of the Venturing program. Organized to address members' boating skills and promote knowledge of our maritime heritage. Sea Scout “Crews” are called “Ships”

  24. AQUATICS LEADERSHIP TRAINING PROGRAMS

  25. Safe Swim Defense Required training for supervision of swimming activities. Provides knowledge of policies and procedures. Available on-line or through council-approved instructor.

  26. Safety Afloat Required training for supervision of activities afloat. Provides knowledge of policies and procedures. Available on-line or through council-approved instructor.

  27. Swimming and Water Rescue Recommended training for supervision of swimming activities Ties Safe Swim Defense to the advanced skill training of lifeguarding Open to adults and older youth Instruction must be provided by an SWR Instructor or an Aquatics Instructor BSA.

  28. Paddle Craft Safety Recommended training for supervision of boating activities Can be earned in either a canoe or a kayak Open to adults and older youth Instruction must be provided by a PCS Instructor or an Aquatics Instructor BSA.

  29. BSA Lifeguard Designed to meet the training requirements of government agencies for those in professional lifeguarding situations -- such as summer camp. Open to adults and older youth. Program is closely aligned with American Red Cross Lifeguarding.

  30. Council Aquatics Committee Committee promotes aquatic activities, helps procure equipment and instructors, and provides guidance to unit leaders or council professional. Committee has overall responsibility for the local council’s aquatic activities in Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Venturing and Exploring. Committee is made up of local volunteers and professionals and aligned with the council’s committee structure.

  31. Summer Camp Aquatics Primary purpose is to support the unit’s year-round aquatic program. Can also provide aquatic opportunities not available elsewhere. Program varies with a camp’s facility, staff and location. National Camp Standards require 50% of a camp’s aquatic staff to be certified as lifeguards.

  32. National Camping School Aquatics Instructor, BSA is the highest level of training available for adults in BSA Aquatics. This training is required for summer camp Aquatics Directors. The training can only be earned at a National Camping School. These national training schools are offered annually in each region.

  33. Resources Documents Scout Handbook Scout Fieldbook Merit Badge Pamphlets Guide to Safe Scouting Aquatic Supervision Lifeguarding, Red Cross National Camp Standards Cub Scouts Academic and Sports Program Guide On-Line Guide to Safe Scouting Safe Swim Defense Training Safety Afloat Training Digital Aquatic Staff Guide BSA Lifeguard Counselor Guide Paddle Craft Safety Instructors Guide and Powerpoint Swimming and Water Rescue Instructors Guide and Powerpoint Local Council Aquatics Committee – a Starter Kit (Powerpoint) What’s Up in BSA Aquatics (ppt)

  34. Presented by the National Aquatics Task Force of the National Outdoor Program Committee Pat Noack, Task Force ChairmanFrank C. ReigelmanOutdoor Programs Team Leader

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