Before the meeting:
- Locate an area to stand-up paddle board.
- Review Scouting America Health and Medical Form for each Cub Scout.
- Secure Qualified Supervision by an adult, 21 or older, who is trained in Scouting America Safety Afloat. Leadership is provided in ratios of one trained adult per 5 Cub Scouts. At least one leader must be trained in first aid that includes CPR. Any swimming done in conjunction with the activity must be within Scouting America Safe Swim Defense standards.
During the meeting:
- The No. 1 rule is to stay with your paddle craft. Remind Cub Scouts your boat buddy is there to help.
- While treading water alongside your board, grab the carry handle with one hand and pull yourself up until you can reach the opposite rail. Then kick hard and pull yourself on.
Tip: This requirement is done at the same time as requirement 6, 8, and 9.