CWST (Combat Water Survival Test) at West Point

On Saturday, 26FEB11, six Midshipmen traveled to Camp Smith, NY and were attached to NYARNG OCS Class 56 to participate in the Combat Water Survival Test at Crandall Pool on the campus of the United States Military Academy, West Point. The CWST consist of three events - which are completed in ACU (Army Combat Uniform) with boots, weapon and load bearing vest - the 15 meter swim, equipment drop and a blindfolded three-meter drop. Our Midshipmen incorporated into the OCS squads and did great on all the events. The OCS cadre then had the class build their water confidence by treading water for an extended time, with periods of "hands out of the water," and a quick class on "Floaty Pants" or how to improvise a floatation device out of your uniform pants. The training was concluded with a squad relay swim, the winners being excused from the planned burpee event later that evening.

The Midshipmen in attendance all enjoyed the training and felt that it was worthwhile. Army events like this are open to all Midshipmen at the Academy. See the Army Liaison Team Events page for a list of future events or stop by the office to discuss participating in any of our activities.