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