<p>On your Leisurely Hiking trip you will be exploring the trails in the mountains of New Hampshire. You’ll be staying at one of the DOC’s cabins and hiking in the surrounding woods each day. In addition to a daypack, you should bring a large pack to carry all your gear during the short hike into the cabin. Remember, in addition to your personal gear you will have to carry a share of your group’s food and group equipment, so leave some room for this gear and don’t overload with non-essentials. Pack your bathing suit and towel at the top of your pack—you will need these when you arrive in Hanover for the swim test. Plan to wear the same shorts and t-shirt for the trip, saving a dry shirt to sleep in and a change of clothes for Moosilauke Ravine Lodge.</p>
<p>Swim Test - Students are encouraged to take their swim test prior to their DOC trip in the fall. Otherwise, the test must be passed during recreational swim hours under the supervision of the lifeguard on duty. Exemptions from this requirement must come from the medical director of the college in the form of a permanent medical excuse. If a student is unable to complete the 50 yard swim, he or she may fulfil this requirement by successfully completing a course in beginning swimming. This course may not count towards the 3 credit requirement.</p>
<p>If you don't take the swim test before your DOC trip, it is no big deal. However, you do have to have it done before you graduate.</p>