Welcome to Hidden Valley’s 320,000 gallon swimming pool. Often, this is where a Scout’s most memorable experiences take place.  No place is as cool as the pool.

Instructional Swim

Whether a Scout is familiar with the basics and wants to improve upon his ability or has never gone more then a stroke or two in the water, this is the class to take. There is no pressure to earn a badge, only a combined effort from everyone in the class to make a Scout the best swimmer a week of class will allow. The Aquatics Staff prides themselves in the fact that rarely will a Scout walk away without becoming a better swimmer. Adults are welcome. Scouts may complete the requirements for Second Class Swimming.

Swimming Merit Badge

This badge is an excellent choice for the younger Scout and an all-time favorite at camp. Scouts must be a “Swimmer” to complete the badge. Scouts must bring long-sleeved shirts and pants (blue jeans) for clothes inflation.

Lifesaving Merit Badge

Scouts must have already completed Swimming Merit Badge. This is a very difficult Scout badge to earn but by far one of the most rewarding. Scouts must bring long-sleeved shirts and pants for clothes inflation.

BSA Lifeguard

Those Scouts interested in earning this award are to meet with the Aquatics Director on Monday morning to set up a schedule. Scouts must have already earned Canoeing, First Aid, Swimming, Lifesaving, and Rowing Merit Badges. Scouts working on this will have little time for other merit badges. Adult Scouters may also work on this badge. BSA Lifeguard is often considered the most difficult award in Scouting by Scouts who have earned the BSA Lifeguard Award. Only extremely strong swimmers will pass the intensive BSA Lifeguard program.

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