ladywei

I am trying to do the waterfall quest but everytime I try to "Swim to" the rock I get washed downstream. I've been trying for about a half hour, all I have with me is a rope and a fish for my kitten. What am I missing?

I can't finish this quest! I got the finger prints and showed them to the guard but I can't get him to see the thread. I tried to 'use' it on him but it does nothing! Is there something I am missing? I followed the guide.