Task · part of 6. Sail the boat: ten parts, with a buddy, under Safety Afloat
6(j). Put the boat to bed properly
Required Often forgotten
Back at the dock, mooring or beach: secure the equipment, furl or stow the sails, and leave the craft ready to be left overnight or longer. The requirement does not end when you step ashore.
Notes and warnings
Note. The requirement does not end when you reach the dock. Securing the equipment, furling or stowing sails and leaving the boat fit to be left overnight are all inside it.
Where this step comes from
- Small-Boat Sailing Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2025-12-31), Requirement 6(j)