[QUOTE=jyl;6235066]Plus, there were at least a few scenic views to be had.[QUOTE]
There you go!
Oh, yes its good exercise too. Low impact, easy on joints and ligaments, good cardio and not least - comes in very handy falling of a boat.
Everyone i Sweden can swim. Its been part of the education system for many decades and all children learn in school from early age. I suppose thats the case in USA too?