Join us for a special Canoeing and Sailing Merit Badge Weekend at the Shoreline Lake Boathouse in Mountain View! Scouts will have the opportunity to work with experienced instructors in a beautiful waterfront setting while completing either the Canoeing or Small-Boat Sailing Merit Badge.

Two merit badge courses will be offered concurrently throughout the weekend — one for Canoeing and one for Sailing. Scouts will not be able to attend sessions for both merit badges.

As an added bonus, Scouts who complete the Sailing Merit Badge will also earn the USA Sailing Level 1 Certification, as Shoreline is able to sign off on both the merit badge requirements and the national certification.

Pricing details: (6-Hour Clinic) $180 canoeing and $220 sailing. (3-Hour-Clinic) $95 canoeing, $115 sailing. Registration closes 04-10-2026, 11:59 pm.

We look forward to an exciting weekend of skill-building, outdoor adventure, and fun on the water!

Scouts must attend Saturday 10am-3pm AND Sunday 10am-3pm in order to complete the requirements.

Prerequisite: All scouts must attend a council-administered swim test and successfully complete the Scouting America swimmer test. Scouts who do not attend will not be able to participate. Date, time, and location TBD.

• Jump feetfirst into water over the head in depth. Level off and swim 75 yards in a strong manner using one or more of the following strokes: sidestroke, breaststroke, trudgen, or crawl; then swim 25 yards using an easy resting backstroke. The 100 yards must be completed in one swim without stops and must include at least one sharp turn. After completing the swim, rest by floating.

What to Bring/Wear:

• Medical Form Parts A, B1, and B2
• Clothing and footwear suitable for the activity
• Towel
• Water bottle
• Lunch
• Sunscreen