Task · part of 6. Sail the boat: ten parts, with a buddy, under Safety Afloat
6(c). A round trip covering running, beating and reaching
Required Often forgotten
The course is approved by your counselor in advance and must include all three basic points of sail. Good helmsmanship throughout is part of what is being judged.
Where this step comes from
- Small-Boat Sailing Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2025-12-31), Requirement 6(c) · Requires the round-trip course to be approved by the counselor and to include running, beating and reaching.