There is something about this elective that is different from any other. That is this rule: Whenever you are working on the Swimming elective, you must have an adult with you who can swim.
Swimming is a lot of fun! When you learn to swim, you have a skill you can enjoy all your life. Whether you swim for fun or for sport, you
can enjoy it winter or summer and share the fun with your friends. (Remember, never swim alone!)
(Bear handbook page 254)
19a – Jump feet first into water over your head, swim 25 feet on the surface, stop, turn sharply, and swim back.
19b – Swim on your back, using the elementary backstroke, for 30 feet.
19c – Rest by floating on your back, using as little motion as possible, for at least 1 minute.
19d – Tell what is meant by the buddy system. Know the basic rules of safe swimming.
19e – Do a racing dive from the edge of a pool and swim 60 feet, using a racing stroke. (You might need to make a turn.)
Related achievements, electives, or other awards
- 19b. could be met while completing Cub Scout Swimming Pin requirement #2
- 19c. could be met while completing Cub Scout Swimming Pin requirement #3
- 19d. could be met while completing Cub Scout Swimming Belt Loop requirement #1
- This elective could be used towards the Cub Scout Outdoor Activity Award see page (284)
