Waterfront at camp
The three ability groups at the waterfront at Scouting America camps
Non-Swimmer, Beginner, & Swimmer
The outer edge of the boat, the top of all the sides.
What is the gunwale?
The first option
What is reach?
It has two blades, which are asymmetrical.
How is a kayak paddle different from a canoe paddle?
I'm always with him, so he'll know if I'm in trouble.
What is the buddy system?
100 meters, including 25 meters on your back
How far do you have to swim to pass the swimmer test?
The skinny part of a canoe paddle
What is the shaft?
The second option
What is throw?
The top side of the boat, where you can put maps, a pump, or a water bottle
What is the deck?
Only those who have passed the test go in deeper water, others swim in waist deep or chest-deep water.
What are ability groups?
Within arm's reach
How close do I have to be to my buddy?
The bar that crosses from one side to the other (not a seat)
What is a thwart or a yolk? (Bonus 50 pts if you can explain the difference)
The third option
What is row?
You use this to go straight in windy conditions.
What is the rudder?
I respect the rules, and that keeps me safe.
What is discipline?
I put my swim tag here when i go in the water
What is the buddy board?
The wide part of the paddle that you put in the water.
What is the blade?
The fourth option
What is go?
Where you sit
What is the cockpit?
We must have one or more of these trained people to swim.
What are lifeguards?
Hold my buddy's hand over my head
What do I do during a buddy check?
The front and back ends of the canoe
What is bow and stern?
Why you should not get too close if you are swimming to rescue a victim
What is because victim might panic and pull you under?
The words are right-side up.
How do I tell if I'm holding my paddle correctly?
There are no hidden objects underwater or really strong currents.
What is safe swim area?