For Scouts: Kayaking Merit Badge

Activity
2025 Annual|#27095

Jun 21, 2025 - Jun 22, 2025
Age at least 12 yrs but less than 17 yrs, Mixed
Scouts & Youth GroupsYouth
Activity locationHidden Lake

Description

During this two day course, scouts can earn the kayaking merit badge and kayaking Scouts BSA award. Scouts will learn about boating safety, the parts of a kayak and how to properly paddle their own kayak.

The BSA Swimmer test must be completed before the class. All scouts participating in the program must submit proof of [BSA Swimmer test] completion at least one week prior to program.

Activity meeting dates

1
Jun 21, 2025
Weekend9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
2
Jun 22, 2025
Sun9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Instructor

Ranger .

More Information

Number of sessions2
Hidden Lake Map
Hidden Lake Shelter
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$80.00
9 openings remaining
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Notes

Please bring along your Merit Badge Blue Card and Swim Test Record. Be sure to wear clothes and shoes that can get wet. Kayaks (300-pound capacity), paddles and personal floatation devices are provided. Bring water, sunscreen, bug spray, a towel, extra clothes and shoes.

Prerequisites:

The BSA Swimmer test must be completed before the class. All scouts participating in the program must submit proof of [BSA Swimmer test] completion at least one week prior to program. Email to acarlson@dupageforest.org.