Sailing

Explain common small-boat sailing hazards (weather, wind, cold water, traffic, grounding) and how to anticipate, prevent, mitigate, and respond to them. (TLX: 1.0)

Explain prevention, symptoms, and first aid for sailing-related conditions including hypothermia, cold-water shock, dehydration, heat illness, sunburn, blisters, sprains, and strains. (TLX: 1.2)

Explain the Safety Afloat policy and how it applies to small-boat sailing activities. (TLX: 1.0)

Explain the swimmer classification test and why strong swimming ability is required for safe sailing. (TLX: 1.2)

Identify and explain the major parts of a small sailboat and how hull shape and sail plan affect performance and stability. (TLX: 1.3)

Prepare a basic float plan including route, crew, weather check, safety equipment, and return time. (TLX: 1.4)

Prepare a sailboat for sailing, including a full safety inspection, proper clothing, and equipment check. (TLX: 1.8)

Get underway safely from a dock, mooring, or beach and demonstrate basic helmsmanship on all points of sail (running, reaching, beating). (TLX: 2.0)

Demonstrate changing direction by tacking and jibing, recovering from irons, and using the safety position. (TLX: 2.0)

Demonstrate capsize procedures and rescue of a person overboard under direct supervision, maintaining control and crew safety. (TLX: 2.0)

Demonstrate proper response to running aground and accept and maneuver under a single-line or side tow for at least 20 boat lengths. (TLX: 1.9)

Secure the boat after sailing by properly stowing sails, lines, and equipment for unattended docking or beaching. (TLX: 1.7)

Demonstrate marlinespike seamanship: tie and use essential knots, coil and heave lines, and explain types of sailing lines and fibers. (TLX: 1.9)

Explain what sailing skill required the most judgment or calmness and how you improved through practice. (TLX: 1.2)

Describe how sailing develops responsibility, teamwork, and respect for natural forces. (TLX: 1.2)