Swim Test Wednesday
Matt Flannigan
REQUIRED SWIM TEST – WEDNESDAY, MAY 20, 2026
We strongly encourage EVERY Scout and Adult attending camp to complete the swim test at the Carbondale YMCA on Wednesday, May 20.
Why is this so important?
When we arrive at camp, the entire group must remain together during check-in until every person has completed their swim classification. With 53 people currently attending camp, this process could take nearly TWO HOURS if people wait until camp to complete their swim test.
To help avoid a long and frustrating delay on opening day, we have arranged for the YMCA to conduct our swim tests ahead of time.
Anyone who does NOT complete their swim test next Wednesday will hold up the entire group during camp check-in.
Please make every effort to attend.
Swim Test Details
Location: Carbondale YMCA, 82 N Main St, Carbondale, PA 18407
Arrival Time: 5:15 PM – 6:30 PM
Testing Begins: 5:30 PM
Pool Closes: 7:00 PM
Latest Pool Entry: 6:45 PM
Scouts may arrive and leave once they complete their test.
If you absolutely cannot attend, you MUST contact Scoutmasters Mrs. Arnd or Matt Flannigan before May 20 to discuss alternate arrangements.
Swim Classification Requirements
Nonswimmer
Anyone who has not completed the beginner or swimmer tests.
Beginner
Jump feet first into water over the head in depth, level off, swim 25 feet on the surface, stop, turn sharply, resume swimming, and return to starting place.
Swimmer
Jump feet first into water over the head in depth, level off, and begin swimming. Swim 75 yards using strong strokes (crawl, breaststroke, sidestroke, trudgen), then 25 yards using a resting backstroke. The swim must be continuous and include at least one sharp turn. Afterward, rest by floating.
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