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High Adventure Sea Kayaking
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Will the Sea Kayak Program schedule treks while we are between camps?
A. Yes, we have a training facility available to us until the new camp opens its gates. LTBA
Q. What are the prerequisites for attending a Sea Kayak Trek?
A. Must be in good physical condition. Must be able to pass the BSA Swim Test. Must be 13 years of age by September 1st of the year of participation. Have a completed BSA Class 3 Medical History Form.
Q. Is the Sea Kayak Adventure just for Boy Scouts?
A. No. The program has been designed for Boy Scouts, Venture Ships and Crews, Explore Posts, and even Leadership from any of the before mentioned groups.
Q. How old does a Participant have to be to participate in the Sea Kayak Adventure?
A. The youngest is required to be thirteen on or before September 1st of the year of participation. Maturity of the youth should be taken into consideration. This is a standard set forth by BSA National Headquarters. See Passport To High Adventure
Q. Do we have to register as a unit?
A. Units are welcome to sign-up. The Sea Kayak Adventure is a Provisional Program. We supply trained adult leadership for all treks. There are fourteen available seats in our programs. Adults are welcome as well.
Q. On a scheduled weekend trek, do we have to attend a prior workshop for preparation?
A. Yes. There are several things that need to be addressed before individuals or groups head out for open water. Required paperwork necessary for the program, BSA Swim Test, Gear Packing, Navigation, Tides and Winds, Food and Menu, Personal Gear Shakedown, Program Gear, Campsite Setup and Takedown, Waste Disposal, Care of Kayaks, Open Water Rescue, and The Buddy System to name a few. You are in our care when you are on an outing. It is our responsibility to maintain safety at all times. During our Summer Camp operations all of the above are covered in the first two days of the program.
Q. Can a group bypass the Kayak workshop if they have taken a Kayak Orientation Course somewhere else?
A. Again, it is our responsibility to maintain and operate a safe program. We can not depend on the skills of others or the lack of skills on the part of others to approve you for our program.
Q. How often does the Kayak Program schedule weekend programs?
A. We try to have at least two weekends of Sea Kayaking. Special bookings can be arranged for individual groups. See Kayak Workshops.
Q. Can we schedule a Sea Kayak program upon request?
A. Yes. Depending upon available Staffing, we would be glad to schedule an event for you at anytime!
Q. Can our group schedule a week-long program during another part of the year?
A. Yes. Depending upon available Staffing and favorable weather conditions, we would be glad to schedule an event for you at anytime!
Q. Can our group or unit register for a Summer Sea Kayak Adventure Trek?
A. Yes
