Sea Scout Leadership Award(1/1/2026)-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 contributions to Sea Scouting at the National, Territory, and Council level. They should exemplify the Scout Oath, the Scout Law, and the Sea Scout Promise. To be eligible for the […]
2026 National Flagship Application Process Now Open(1/1/2026)-Now is the time for all ships to take stock of their past year’s program and document their accomplishments to apply for the annual National Flagship Competition. You will find the National Flagship Council Approval Form, the Sea Scout Ship Performance Criteria, and the application instructions here: National Flagship Information Scott Christensen, Chair, National Flagship […]
AIM is coming!(1/1/2026)-Applications for the 2026 AIM sessions open soon!
Cruise aboard the USCG Barque Eagle(1/1/2026)-Do you want the adventure of a lifetime? Apply to sail aboard the tall ship US Coast Guard Cutter Eagle! The Eagle is a three-masted barque used to train Coast Guard cadets and officer candidates yearly during the spring and summer months. The Eagle was built in Germany in 1936 and was taken as a […]
In Requiem: Commodore Jimmie Homburg(12/30/2025)-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 leadership, Jimmie played a pivotal role in Sea Scouting across Texas, contributing tirelessly to local programs, and sharing her passion for our organization with youth across the country. As National […]
All Cold Water Paddlers Need to See This!(12/18/2025)-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 American Canoe Association for this great video.
Sea Scout Social(12/10/2025)-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 us in this year’s Sea Scout Social. Fill out a form and be connected with another Ship, create memories and forge friendships. The form will only be collecting responses throughout […]
New version — Sea Scout Adult Basic Training Released(11/22/2025)-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 Scouting America adults. The newly revised Sea Scout Manual is listed there. In addition, an adult training seminar for Sea Scouts will be listed. Sea Scout Adult Basic Training is […]
New Video: Youth Recruitment for Sea Scouts(11/17/2025)-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 Scouts, which is a program of Scouting America. When youth take ownership, they build something lasting, learn, lead, and create memories. Peers are the best recruiters, as potential members are […]
2026 Jamboree — Aide to the Chief program(11/15/2025)-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 each area’s leadership team, ATCs learn the ins and outs of Jamboree planning, ensuring we have top leaders prepared for each and every Jamboree moving forward. The highlight: ATCs receive […]
There are Four new Sea Scout Ships!(11/7/2025)-We have four new Ships to celebrate! Ship 4 from the Old North State Council, sponsored by the Wesley Memorial Methodist Church. The Skipper is Mike Woudstra. Ship 214 from the Silicon Valley Monterey Bay Area Council, sponsored by the Elkhorn Yacht Club. The Skipper is Diane Garrett. Ship 185 in the Michigan Crossroads Council, […]
