# Kayaking Merit Badge

- Eagle-required: No
- Category: Sports
- Official requirements: https://www.scouting.org/merit-badges/kayaking/
- Pamphlet: https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/Merit_Badge_ReqandRes/Pamphlets/Kayaking.pdf
- Last synced from scouting.org: 2026-03-29
- Requirements: https://merit-badge.university/merit-badges/kayaking/requirements/index.md
- Digital Resource Guide: https://merit-badge.university/merit-badges/kayaking/guide/index.md

Learn kayak safety, paddling techniques, strokes, rescues, and navigation. Master equipment care and complete water trips to earn this merit badge.