The requirements to this merit badge are ed by the boy scouts of america. Explain to your counselor the most likely hazards you may encounter while participating in small boat activities, and what you should do to anticipate, help prevent, mitigate, and respond to these hazards. Describe the boat you will be using for the sailing requirement, naming all of the major parts and the function of those parts. We teach you a wide range of sailing skills but if your group wants to earn that coveted merit badge you can complete all the requirements here with us. Smallboat sailing merit badge pamphlet troop 1 georgiaville. The requirements listed below are the current and official requirements of the boy scouts of america.
Small boat sailing merit badge pamphlet kindle edition by of america, boy scouts. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. Before doing requirements 3 through 9, successfully complete the bsa swimmer test. Smallboat sailing merit badge series paperback january 1, 2008 by boy scouts of america author 4. Explain to your counselor the most likely hazards you may encounter while participating in smallboat activities, and what you should do to anticipate, help prevent, mitigate, and respond to these hazards. Scoutingbsasmallboat sailing merit badge wikibooks.
Earned by scouts bsa members, venturers, sea scouts, explorers and adult leaders in these programs. Affordable high adventure sailing adventure program for boy. Scoutingbsasmallboat sailing merit badge wikibooks, open. Describe the boat you will be using for the sailing requirement, naming all. As scouts use this pamphlet to earn the small boat sailing merit badge, they will learn how relying on the power of the wind and a sailors wisdom make small boat sailing every bit as adventurous as any other water sport. Camp allatoona aquatics base exciting scouting adventure. Occasionally, the requirements will not match those in the printed scout handbook, the annual scouts bsa requirements book, or some merit badge pamphlets because of the timing of their printing schedules. Requirements for the small boat sailing merit badge with worksheets. Explain first aid for injuries or illnesses that could occur while smallboat sailing, including hypothermia, dehydration, heat reactions, motion sickness. Jump feetfirst into water over the head in depth, level off, and begin swimming. Scouts will learn about how to operate a small boat, safety techniques, how to identify wind direction, and more while earning the small boat merit badge. This workbook can help you but you still need to read the merit badge pamphlet. The small boat dock is right behind the java house in south beach harbor.
Before doing requirements 3 through 9, successfully complete the. Merit badges are awarded to scouts who complete the requirements for each badge. Small boat sailing merit badge requirements requirements, worksheets, links, photos and more. Sailing aquarius around the world recommended for you. Printable checkoff sheet for all scouts bsa merit badges. Requirements for the small boat sailing merit badge. When antonio dias designed his 17 campcruisier, the harrier, he had accommodations for rowing in mind, but almost certainly didnt expect that one builder, detlef arthur dueker, would rig his harrier for voga alla venetarowing in the venetian manner.
Before doing other requirements, successfully complete the bsa swimmer test. Take a look at the personality of this amazing yacht, not just the parts. Earn your small boat sailing merit badge this summer with. Please note the course is only available on weekends from june 15 to august 15 due to our summer sailing camp.
Small boat sailing will be among the most memorable of your scouting experiences if. Describe the boat you will be using for the sailing requirement, naming all of the major. Bsa smallboat sailing merit badge book pamphlet january 1, 2010 by bsa author 5. The boat must be capsizable and have the capability of sailing to windward. Scouts can use this pamphlet to learn to sail small boats, along with safetyjob opportunities as they work. Small boat sailing merit badge helps and documents scouter mom. Scouts must have previously earned small boat sailing merit badge in order to participate in this session. Spend some time learning to sail at the camp raven knob yacht club. Before doing requirements 3 through 9, successfully complete the bsa swimmer. Per national regulations, the only person who may sign off on requirements is a merit. Participants in this session primarily use sunfish and aqua finnstyle boats. Following the bsa safety afloat plan, show that you and a buddy can sail a boat properly. Small boat sailing merit badge sailing requirements covered by saillaser. This popular session provides scouts with an opportunity to learn the safety knowledge and physical techniques required to sail small craft.
Swim 75 yards in a strong manner using one or more of the following strokes. Smallboat sailing merit badge requirements and worksheets. The program teaches sailing skills to scouts, adult leaders and to others in the community who are interested is helping with the program. Describe the force generated as air flows over a sail when sailing upwind, and how a sail works differently when sailing downwind.
Small boat sailing merit badge pamphlet boy scouts of america. Small boat sailing merit badge workbook this workbook can help you but you still need to read the merit badge pamphlet book. Small boat sailing merit badge for boy scouts bsa counselor. Small boat sailing merit badge boy scouts of america. Review prevention, symptoms, and firstaid treatment for the following injuries or illnesses that can occur while sailing. They are reproduced in part here under fair use as a resource for scouts and scouters to use in the earning and teaching of merit badges.
As scouts use this pamphlet to earn the smallboat sailing merit badge, they will learn how relying on. A rescue boat should be standing by to assist, if necessary, and to tow the capsized craft to shore. Scoutbook boy scouts kayaking merit badge requirements. Teaching sportsmanship posted on october 12, 2016 at 12. There will be a brief maintenance window starting at 9. Show that you know first aid for injuries or illnesses that could occur while small boat sailing, including hypothermia, heatstroke, heat exhaustion, dehydration, sunburn, insect stings, tick bites, blisters, and hyperventilation. Before doing the following requirements, successfully complete the bsa swimmer test.
The seattle sea scout fleets small boat sailing program runs out of waterway 18 on the north shore of lake union, just east of gasworks park. Earn your small boat sailing merit badge this summer with renton sailing club all ourses taught by us sailing instructors who are registered as merit adge ounselors and have pr1st aid. Smallboat sailing boy scouts of america merit badge series enhancing our youths competitive edge through merit badges 35950 isbn 9780839533566 20 boy scouts of america 2016 printing requirements 1. The requirements published by the boy scouts of america should always be used over the list here.
Bsa safety afloat when earning any of the aquatic merit badges, it is important to follow safety rules and use selfdiscipline and good judgment. While no specific sail plan is recommended, it is suggested that the craft be smaller than 20 feet. Kayaking merit badge requirements maintenance advisory. This workbook can help you organize your thoughts as you prepare to meet with your merit badge counselor. Small boat sailing merit badge pamphlet boy scouts of. However, smooth sailing requires paying careful attention to safety. Selfbailing boats are acceptable for this requirement. Sailing safety and preparation the complete text of safety afloat can be found in the bsa publication guide to safe scouting. A explain first aid for injuries or illnesses that could occur while small boat sailing, including hypothermia, dehydration, heat reactions, motion sickness, cuts, scratches, abrasions, contusions, puncture wounds, and blisters. The skills may be demonstrated on any boat available to the scout. The sailing staff is looking forward to your arrival and every effort is being made to ensure your small boat sailing merit badge training is meaningful, safe and fun. To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. For more relevant information like rigging videos, boat manuals, checklists, please consult our online resource site. Discuss the warning signs of inclement weather and what to do should heavy winds develop or a storm approach.
You should use the work space provided for each requirement to. Instruction in advanced sailing techniques will be coupled with plenty of time to enjoy sailing around the lake. Sailing safety and preparation sailing is an enjoyable pastime. The small boat sailing merit badge can be scheduled as a two day consecutive program year round from 10 am to 4 pm.
Explain first aid for injuries or illnesses that could occur while smallboat sailing, including hypothermia, dehydration, heat reactions, motion sickness, cuts, scratches, abrasions, contusions, puncture wounds, and blisters. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. In addition to the merit badge program, scouts may also earn bsa awards in snorkeling, stand up paddleboarding and the mile swim. You still must satisfy your counselor that you can demonstrate each skill and have learned the information. The serenity of the water can make you feel as though you have escaped from everyday life. Merit badge series 1 10 of 120 books books by boy scouts of america. Overview to encourage the development of boardsailing skills who can earn this award. If a new edition of a merit badge pamphlet is introduced with updated requirements after the scouts bsa requirements book has been released, a scout who is starting the badge may choose to follow either set of requirements until the end of the year. Smallboat sailing merit badge workbook this workbook can help you but you still need to read the merit badge pamphlet. Come sailing this spring with seattles sea scouts to work on. At the start of the new year, scouts who are beginning must use only the new requirements. Reading this page does not satisfy any requirement for any merit badge. Saturday small boat sailing bay area association of. Describe visual and nonvisual indicators that may be used to provide a sense of wind direction and strength.
Explain first aid for injuries or illnesses that could occur while small boat sailing, including hypothermia, dehydration, heat reactions, motion sickness, cuts, scratches, abrasions, contusions, puncture wounds, and blisters. Scoutbook boy scouts smallboat sailing merit badge. See all 6 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Discuss the proper clothing, footwear, and personal gear required for small boat sailing in warm weather and in cool weather. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. Scouts must be able to complete the bsa swimmer test in order to participate.
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