More than 100 Scouts gathered at The Cove to complete requirements for various rank advancements, badges and belt loops.
The Webelos Scouts earned their swimming belt loop and the aquanaut badge. Tiger, Wolf and Bear Cub Scouts completed the requirements for advancement or electives. They also earned the swimming belt loop.
 Boy Scouts work on their lifesaving merit badge during Scout Aquatic Advancement Night at The Cove in Sierra Vista. (Photo by Laura Marinus) |
Boy Scouts had the opportunity to earn partial credit or to complete the requirements for the swimming merit badge or the lifesaving merit badge. Younger Boy Scouts completed the swimming requirements for advancement to the rank of second class or first class.
Adult Scouters from the area provided the expertise to guide the boys in their endeavors. Leaders and senior Scouts from Troop 447, lead by Scoutmaster Joe Danz, were helped at the event. The event was organized by Jim and Cecilia Gross.
Other adults who assisted at the event were Laura Marinus, James King, Charlotte Chavous, Tammy Rodriguez, James Gross, Margaret Baldez, LT Richard Packer, Todd Heck, Debbie Soner, Paul Heslin, Brianna McCloskey, Patty McCloskey, Liane Paulson, Marla Stoner and Nathan Richards.
The assistance of The Cove lifeguard staff working the even was invaluable to the success of the Scout Aquatic Advancement Night.
