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Time for a new Central Region Shoulder Patch

Now that Sea Scouting is a stand-alone program in the BSA, it’s time we design a new Central Region shoulder patch!
Our last patch was done for the Sea Scout centennial in 2012 – but now, we are opening up a contest for all Sea Scouts and Sea Scouters!

Sea Scout Resolution Approved

IRVING, TX – The National Council of Scouting America has approved a resolution establishing Sea Scouts, BSA as an independent program of Scouting America–in full company with the other BSA programs: Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, and Venturing....

From the Central Region Boatswain – February Edition

The beginning of 2016 has been exciting and busy! The Region and I have been working hard to make information and resources available to you. A few weeks ago, we sent out a notice that we needed area and regional youth staff: as of today, I believe that still holds true. I know many of you have reservations in regards to joining a youth corps because either you’re worried about commitments or you’re worried that you don’t have enough experience. Personally, stepping into this job from a unit- I didn’t know what I would be doing or how I was going to accomplish anything with my busy schedule. I can assure you: the adult staff works with you to achieve your goals and manage your time. If you are at all interested, please apply! We still require Area Boatswains, Regional Boatswains Mates, and a Regional Yeoman.

Sea Tow Foundation – Life Jacket Loaner Station Grant available

Need an idea for a Quartermaster project that serves the community? Why not apply for the Sea Tow Foundation’s “Life Jacket Loaner Station” grant! Thanks to grant funding from the Sport Fish Restoration and Boating Trust Fund, administered by the...

2016 National Maritime Sailtraining Scholarship

National Maritime Sailtraining Scholarships are intended to encourage young Americans to consider attending the US Merchant Marine Academy or an approved, state-run Maritime Academy or to consider joining the maritime workforce through industry apprenticeship...

Progress on our New Web Site

As you may have heard, the National Sea Scout Service Committee has a team that has been working on developing a new Sea Scout web site. The site can be found at: https://seascout.org/ This new site has been undergoing a great transition over the last month, and...

Western Region Cruise Opportunities

Every Sea Scouts deserves to have an amazing summer cruise. Many Sea Scout Ships can host Sea Scouts from Ships that are either landlocked or without their own vessels. Check out these cruising opportunities to see how Sea Scouts can go to sea. If your Ship has...

Online Training Available

Did you know that you can complete your Fast Start and Sea Scout Adult Leader Basic Training (SSALBT) on-line? No excuses for untrained adults working in the Sea Scout program, as we have both courses available to you, today. AND, you can complete your training with,...

From the Central Region Boatswain

Ahoy, Sea Scout Ships of the Central Region! The Region Leadership and I are excited to announce that we are looking to expand the youth corps. We are looking for excited, dedicated, and motivated scouts who would like to represent their ship, their area, and their...

Two Important Updates

Recently, two very important articles have been published by the National Sea Scout Service Committee that we want to make sure we bring to the attention of every Ship in the Central Region: 2015 National Flagship Competition – we hope that all our Ships will...