AY Honor River Rafting Answer Key

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River Rafting

Skill Level

1

Year

Unknown

Version

08.01.2026

Approval authority

Nevada-Utah Conference

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River Rafting
Regional
Skill Level
123
Approval authority
Nevada-Utah Conference
Year of Introduction
Unknown



1

Have the Swimming - Beginner Honor.


For tips and instruction see Swimming - Beginner.



2

Learn the following terms:



2a

River



2ai

Rapids


A stretch of river which is usually riddled with obstruction and fast-moving water.



2aii

White water


The white, bubbly, aerated water that is created by rapids.



2aiii

Entry


The place where rafts are launched into the river.



2aiv

Current


The speed of moving water.



2av

Eddy


An area in the river where the current seems to turn around and head upstream.



2avi

Run


A part of a river that can be rafted.



2avii

Falls


A drop where the water flows freely over and falls some distance.



2aviii

Line


The route to be taken to go around obstacles and avoid obstructions.




2b

Equipment



2bi

River Guide


A person who is in charge of safety and guiding your raft through the river.



2bii

Life Jacket


A personal flotation device that is worn as a vest would be worn.



2biii

Dock




2biv

Oar


An oar is not a paddle, but rather a long and stout pole with a blade on one end and is attached to the raft itself.



2bv

Dry Bag


A bag which keeps water out and keeps the contents within dry.



2bvi

Bow


The front of a boat, also called nose and galloway.



2bvii

Toss bag


A bag filled with floating line which can be thrown at swimmers in case of an emergency.



2bviii

Lead Boat

Stern

3. Listen to the Safety Talk.

4. Get fitted for the safety gear the rafting company requires you to use

5. Learn how to put on and take off all gear.

6. Learn the proper technique for re-entering the raft after falling overboard.

7. Learn the correct body position to assume if you fall overboard.

8. Learn how to get in and out of your raft.


9. With a group of Pathfinders, go on a guided river trip.


10. Learn how to stay balanced and ride the waves safely while on the raft.

11. Ask God to go with you and thank God after for the adventure you just had.


The first boat in a flotilla, which takes point on an expedition.



2bix


Refers to the rear of a boat.





3

Listen to the Safety Talk.


The talk which should take place prior to departing on any trip on a river, explains important details that ought to be covered.



4

Get fitted for the safety gear the rafting company requires you to use


Life Jackets are the minimum need, but they may have helmets and more.



5

Learn how to put on and take off all gear.


Pay attention to the staff as they show you what to do. Don't be afraid to ask for clarifications.



6

Learn the proper technique for re-entering the raft after falling overboard.


Pay attention to the staff as they show you what to do. Don't be afraid to ask for clarifications.



7

Learn the correct body position to assume if you fall overboard.


Pay attention to the staff as they show you what to do. Don't be afraid to ask for clarifications.



8

Learn how to get in and out of your raft.


Pay attention to the staff as they show you what to do. Don't be afraid to ask for clarifications.



9

With a group of Pathfinders, go on a guided river trip.


Pick a well recommended company and go for a river trip.



10

Learn how to stay balanced and ride the waves safely while on the raft.


Pay attention to the staff as they show you what to do. Don't be afraid to ask for clarifications.



11

Ask God to go with you and thank God after for the adventure you just had.


As always we should remember God in all things we do.



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