2009 Brownie Badge Book - Watersports Badge
1) Do both of the following:
* In a pool with lifeguard cover:
- swim 50 metres.
- stay afloat for five minutes.
* Show how to put on a personal buoyancy aid.
2) Do both of the following:
* Know why you should shower or wash after taking part in watersports.
* Know how to stop getting cold or injured when taking part in watersports.
3) Take part in at least four sessions from one of the following watersports, or a similar water activity.
* canoeing.
* rafting
* rowing
* sailing
* water skiing
* windsurfing.
4) For your chosen watersport:
* show the tester what you would wear
* know the safety rules.
2019 (July) Badge Finder - Watersports Badge
You must wear appropriate safety equipment that is in good condition when taking part in watersports.
1. Do both of the following.
- In a pool with lifeguard cover:
- swim 50 metres
- stay afloat for five minutes.
- Show how to put on a personal buoyancy aid.
2. Do both of the following.
- Know why you should shower or wash after taking part in watersports.
- Know how to stop getting cold or injured when taking part in watersports.
3. Take part in at least four sessions from one of the following watersports, or a similar water activity:
- canoeing
- rafting
- rowing
- sailing
- water skiing
- windsurfing.
4. For your chosen watersport:
- show the tester what you would wear.
- know the safety rules.