Mile Swim, BSA
SWIM TRUNKS EMBLEM
The Mile Swim, BSA Patch is NOT worn on the Uniform.
It is worn on the left side of the swim trunks.
- Explain how regular exercise contributes to good health and why swimming is one of the best forms of exercise.
- Tell what precautions and procedures a swimmer and escort must follow for distance swimming over open water.
- Under the supervision of a currently qualified certified aquatics instructor, BSA or equivalent, participate in 4 hours of training and preparation for distance swimming (1 hour a day maximum).
- Swim 1 mile (1,600 meters) over an approved, measured course.
In addition to the Patch shown at the top of this page, the wallet Card ( No. 4246) shown below, is available
