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What Scouts Can Earn at Aquatic School?

Scouts can earn the prestigious Aquatic School Patch & Anchorman Award.

As of December 31, 2024, the BSA Lifeguard program has been retired by Scouting America. See more here.

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Scouts earn & learn to teach Lifesaving, Swimming, Rowing, and Canoeing. As well as earn Kayaking and all but 1 requirement of Public Speaking.

National Outdoor

Aquatics Award

Scouts learn Safe
Swim Defense

& Safety Afloat

as well as

Paddle Craft Safety & Swimming and Water Rescue.

© 2025 by Jason W. Wright

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