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Snorkeling AwardProgram Description

This special and exciting course provides Boy Scouts, Venturers, and Explorers with the instruction necessary to gain their Kayaking BSA Award. We start with an orientation to gear and kayaks, then the basic strokes and rescue techniques for safe BSA kayaking.

Class size:  Minimum 2, maximum 6.

What to Bring

Swimming attire and towel
Shoes that can get wet
Water Bottle
Sun Block
Hat
Lunch
Sunglasses recommended
Clothing for the weather
Current medical form


Award Requirements

Before fulfilling the following requirements, successfully complete the BSA Swimmer test.
Do the following:
Describe various types of kayaks and how they differ in design, materials, and purpose.
Name the parts of the kayak you are using for this exercise.
Demonstrate how to choose an appropriately sized kayak paddle and how to position your hands.
Do the following:
Tell what precautions must be taken for a safe trip afloat.
Demonstrate how to select and properly fit a PFD.
Explain the importance of safety equipment such as PFD's, air bags, grab loops, and helmets.
Demonstrate your ability to aid yourself and others in the event of a capsize:
Capsize your kayak in water at least seven feet deep, perform a wet exit if necessary, and swim the boat to shore.
With assistance, if needed, ready the capsized craft for use.
Show how to approach a capsized paddler in your kayak and tow him to shore.
While upright in your kayak, right a capsized kayak, empty it of water, and assist the paddler aboard without returning to shore.
As a solo paddler, demonstrate the following:
Entering and launching a kayak from shore or dock.
Landing or docking and exiting a kayak.
Forward stroke
Sweep stroke
Reverse sweep
Draw stroke
Rudder stroke
Back stroke
As a solo paddler, do the following:
Paddle forward in a reasonably straight line.
Move the kayak sideways to the right and to the left.
Pivot 360 degrees to the right and left.
Stop the kayak.


Also refer to the following:
Certification program guidelines
Kayaking Safety
Kayaking BSA Award Application

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