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Task · part of 12. Rappelling: tie in, rig, then three descents

12(c). Rappel three different faces or routes, with signals

Required Often forgotten

Three different rock faces, or three rappel routes on a climbing wall. Verbal signals to communicate with a belayer, and good rappelling technique.

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  1. Climbing Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2025-09-19), Requirement 12(c) · Sets three different rock faces or three rappel routes on a climbing wall, and names the use of verbal signals with a belayer.