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1
Before attempting requirements 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9 for this Adventure, you must pass the BSA swimmer test.
2
Pick a paddle craft you'll use to complete
all requirements: canoe, kayak, or stand-up
paddleboard.
3
Review Safety Afloat.
4
Demonstrate how to identify and properly wear a life jacket that is the correct size.
5
Jump feet first into water over your head while wearing a life jacket. Then swim 25 feet wearing a life jacket.
6
Discuss how to enter and exit a canoe, kayak or stand-up paddle board (SUP) safely.
7
Discuss what to do if your canoe or kayak tips over or you fall off your stand-up paddleboard.
8
Learn 2 paddle strokes: power stroke and the sweep.
9
Have 30 minutes, or more, of canoe, kayak or stand-up paddleboard paddle time.