Interested in attending Sea Badge Underway this summer?
Interested in attending Sea Badge Underway this summer?
American Canoe Association Partnership Established
The leaders of American Canoe Association (ACA) and the Sea Scouts, BSA recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding that establishes ongoing support for paddling in Sea Scout units (“Ships”). Christopher Stec, Chief Operating Officer of the ACA, noted that...Sea Scout Apparel Available
At the 2016 National Annual Meeting, Sea Scouts, BSA unveiled a line of gear and apparel. The items include the Sea Scout logo and can be personalized with your ship name and/or number, your name, your position and so much more. The purpose of this initiative is for...Spring 2017 Seabadge
Seabadge Course SB-29-IL-2017 will be held in Springfield, IL at the Lake Springfield Christian Assembly Camp (map)on the weekend of March 31 – April 2. It will begin at 1300 CDT (1:00 p.m.) on Friday and conclude by 1300 CDT (1:00 p.m.) on Sunday. Early arrival...Summer Cruise Opportunities
What is a long cruise? The Long Cruise is a super summer activity that is be the culmination of everything that the Sea Scouts have been preparing and training to do for the entire year. It is traditionally a one to two week cruise on a large vessel. However it...Sea Scout Eligibility for Awards
The Scouting America National Board, on February 10, 2016, adopted a resolution “…to make Sea Scouts a separate program with the same status of other programs.” What are the changes in Sea Scout eligibility for awards and recognitions as a result of the Sea Scout...T.W. Cook to Take the Helm as New Southern Region Commodore
On behalf of the National Sea Scout Committee and the Southern Region, we are pleased to announce the selection of a new Southern Region Commodore T.W. Cook. His election will take place in San Diego at the Southern Region Annual meeting and we look forward to his...Lake Erie Sea Base
The annual Lake Erie Sea Base will be held July 17-23, registration has been extended until May 31st. Download the registration form for more information.
Area 6 Staff Changes
An update for all Sea Scouters in Area 6, effective April 30th, Don Shields has resigned as the Area 6 Commodore. We thank Don for his many years of service to Sea scouts and the Area. John Paprocki and Bill Hamilton interviewed and reviewed 3 candidates to replace Don as Area 6 Commodore. We are pleased to announce that David Campbell was put forth and approved as the New Area 6 Commodore.
From the Central Region Boatswain – April Edition
I’m back for the month of April with some updates. Recently, we had our regional meeting to discuss upcoming events and new programs. Personally, I had fun during the meeting, and I hope to see other youth representation at our next meeting – I am challenging all the Area Boatswains to join me at our next face-to-face meeting this fall. Don’t forget the Central Region Rendezvous May 20-22nd on Lake Springfield.
