Sea Scouts BSA
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Welcome To Sea Scouts
Adventure
What makes Sea Scouts so unique is getting out on the water. Sea Scout ships use a variety of boats from paddle craft, small outboard motor boats to large sailing yachts and vessels.
Advancement & Awards
Training
Sea Scouts receive training in seamanship and leadership. From ship meetings, long cruises, a USCG sponsored Safety at Sea, you will be learning every step of the way whether you realize it or not.
Scout Led Program
Helpful Resources
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New Ship Resources
Scout Resources
Latest News
Read our latest program and event updates.
Commemorative Quartermaster Certificate
To commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and in recognition of our partnership with America250, Scouting America will present ...
New Infographics from the ACA
We have been fortunate to have a great partnership with the America Canoe Association (ACA). They recently provided us with eight infographics that would make ...
Sea Scout travels to Antarctica
John Humphreys, a Sea Scout with Ship 185 “Valhalla” of Apollo Beach, Fla., joined a scientific scuba diving mission to Antarctica two years ago. “It’s ...
Boost Your Ship’s Social Media Success
Looking to perfect your Ship’s social media presence? Check out Scouting America’s Social Media Playbook, to get some quick ideas.
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Scout Shop now carries Sea Scout Uniforms
Sea Scout Leadership Award
Purpose of the Sea Scout Leadership Award The Sea Scout Leadership Award is presented to deserving Sea Scout youth members and Scouters who made exceptional ...
In Requiem: Commodore Jimmie Homburg
Jimmie Homburg, former National Commodore, passed away on December 25, 2025. Commodore Homburg embodied the finest virtues of Sea Scouts BSA. Before stepping into national ...
All Cold Water Paddlers Need to See This!
See the effects of cold-shock response up close as nine hardy volunteers take the plunge overboard into frigid water. Thanks to our partners at the ...
Sea Scout Social
As we enter the holiday season and set goals for the new year, it is important to branch out and seek new experiences. So, join ...
New version — Sea Scout Adult Basic Training Released
Adult training for Sea Scouts just got an upgrade. National has added an item called Scoutly, which lists requirements and ideas electronically to assist all ...
New Video: Youth Recruitment for Sea Scouts
This video, done by youth for youth and led by Abbey Holloman, 2025-2026 National Boatswain, emphasizes a youth-led and youth-driven philosophy for recruitment in Sea ...
2026 Jamboree — Aide to the Chief program
At the 2026 National Jamboree, young adults aged 20-33 are invited to join Jamboree leadership as an ATC– an Aide to the Chief! Positioned in ...
Sea Scouts on YouTube
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