Task · part of 4. Before going afloat: six things the badge puts ahead of the sailing
4(b). Rules of the road, plus whatever your state adds
Required Often forgotten
The general rules, and any specific rules or laws applying where you sail. The local half is the part that needs looking up.
Notes and warnings
Note. The rules of the road in general, plus whatever your own state or area adds. The local half needs looking up rather than remembering.
Where this step comes from
- Small-Boat Sailing Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2025-12-31), Requirement 4(b)