12. Rappelling: tie in, rig, then three descents

What this is made of

• 12(a). Tie a belay rope directly to your harness
• 12(b). Attach the rappel rope with a carabiner and a rappel device
• 12(c). Rappel three different faces or routes, with signals

Where this step comes from

1. Climbing Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2025-09-19), Requirement 12