LAZY RAT 

Requirements 

1. Plan and carry out a float trip on any river in a rubber raft or inner tube constructed raft (the Tom Sawyer variety). 

2. Duration: Minimum of 2 days and 1 night. Minimum length of float trip - 20 miles. 

3. U.S. Coast Guard approved personal floatation devices (life jackets) must be worn at all times while afloat. 

4. It is recommended that a power boat be used as a safety boat: but it shall be used for safety only. 

5. All food and equipment must be carried by the participants in their own craft. Any person who rides in a power craft, whose craft is towed by a power craft, or whose equipment is carried by a power craft is immediately disqualified and shall not receive this award. 

6. All participants will have previously completed the Swimming Merit Badge Requirements. 

7. Comply with the General Requirements.