What should a swimmer do when receiving a throw rope?

Grab the rope and position for a safe pull.

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  1. Grab the rope and position for a safe pull ✔
  2. Let go and swim away
  3. Tie it around the neck

Why: Swimmers should receive the throw rope properly and position themselves for a safe rescue pull.

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Answer: Grab the rope and position for a safe pull. Swimmers should receive the throw rope properly and position themselves for a safe rescue pull.

  1. Scouting America: Whitewater www.scouting.org/merit-badges/whitewater
    Proper technique for receiving a throw rope as a swimmer
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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