# Event Details - **Event Name**: Scout Kayaking Badge Days 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 28 Jun, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sun, 30 Aug, 2026 at 05:30 pm - **Event Description**: Book your troop's merit badge date for kayaking. Class limited to 4 participants.About this EventBook here for your scout troop's date for kayaking merit badges.BSA Scouts ages 12 and up, and GSUSA Senior Scouts grades 9-10 can take this workshop to achieve their kayaking badges. Our staff merit badge counselor (ACA L1 Kayak Instructor) will work with your scouts to achieve the requirements based on the badge guidelines.The workshop will take place at Van Buskirk Island Park. All scouts will be using sea kayaks. Price includes kayak rental, PFD, and paddle.Morning Shedule: 9:30-12:30 – GSUSA scoutsAfternoon Schedule: 1:30 - 5:30 – BSA scoutsScouts should be prepared to get wet, and bring dry clothes to change into.Shoes should be well fitting and not fall off in the water (no flip flops or crocs).If the weather is chilly, a waterproof windbreaker is advised.Bring water, snacks, sunscreen, bug spray and a hat.BSA Scouts should bring their Blue Cards and completed workbooks.Class is limited to 4 participants.Class covers all the criteria as required for kayaking within the BSA Merit Badge series and GSUSA Senior Paddling Badge guidelines. For more info click here.Prerequisites:All scouts must have studied their badge criteriaPassed any required swim testsBSA scouts must have already completed their workbooks, and bring their blue cards pre-signed by their scout master.Leaders must provide proof of their scouts' Swimmer's Tests.Leaders are responsible for their scouts during lessons and all merit badge activities both on- and in-water. An approved adult leader must be in attendance and on the water with us.**AGE REQUIREMENTS: Kayaking badge workshop is for BSA scouts ages 12 and up and GSUSA scouts grades 9-10. An approved adult leader must kayak with scouts during all in-water activities. Our ACA instructor is certified in CPR and first aid.Note: for GSUSA scouts, Step 5 (Take your paddling skills to the next level) can be arranged separately, depending on what challenge your scouts want to take on.Tuition:BSA Badge: $75 per scout, for 4 hour classGSA Badge: $60 per scout, 3 hoursScoutmaster or Leader boat rental $20Workshops are limited to 4 students per date*Enrollment must be purchased up front. If your troop's requirement is to be invoiced, email paddling@hackensackriverkeeper.org and we'll arrange an invoice for you.*For canoeing or SUP specific badges, we'll be happy to provide our facilities, but we do not have counselors accredited. Please secure the assistance of a canoe or SUP badge counselor and then contact paddling@hackensackriverkeeper.org to reserve a date.Refund policy: We do not honor refunds for No-Shows. If you cannot make your date/time we can transfer your ticket to another available date with enough advance notice. If you wish to get a refund for a date you cannot attend, we require you contact us at least 24 hours beforehand. We will contact you by email regarding weather related cancellations or delays up to 2 hours before your time slot. If weather is deemed inappropriate (thundertorms, high winds, too cold) and we cannot hold the workshop, we will give you the option of refund, or to move your ticket(s) to another date. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oradell/scout-kayaking-badge-days-2026/100001977662092556 - **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, workshops, sports, contests - **Slot details of has slots**: - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 12+ - Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes - Location: Van Buskirk Island Paddling Center - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 22.75, max: 80.5, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Oradell - **state**: NJ - **country**: United States - **location**: Van Buskirk Island Paddling Center - **lat**: 40.9470728 - **long**: -74.0263664 - **full address**: Van Buskirk Island Paddling Center, 200 Elm Street, Oradell, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Scout Kayaking Badge Days 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/65774307e3931c170b9b80118f1b46d3b565eb02a43501f86cfcfaa7a1abc655-rimg-w391-h306-dcc6b898-gmir.jpg?v=1765642030 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Scout Kayaking Badge Days 2026 being held? - **A:** Scout Kayaking Badge Days 2026 takes place on Sun, 28 Jun, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Sun, 30 Aug, 2026 at 05:30 pm at Van Buskirk Island Paddling Center, 200 Elm Street, Oradell, United States. - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for Scout Kayaking Badge Days 2026? - **A:** Scout Kayaking Badge Days 2026 is strictly for guests aged 12 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 12 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing Scout Kayaking Badge Days 2026? - **A:** Scout Kayaking Badge Days 2026 is organized by Hackensack Riverkeeper. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Scout Kayaking Badge Days 2026 is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Oradell, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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