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Sea Scouts at the 24th World Scout Jamboree
Are you ready to “Unlock a New World? The USA Contingent to the 24th World Scout Jamboree in 2019 is accepting applications for participants, adult volunteers, and International Service Team (IST) members. We hope that you can join us for an adventure of a lifetime....
2018 National Sea Scout Leadership Award
The National Sea Scout Leadership Award, first presented last year, is awarded to Sea Scouts and Scouters who show exceptional dedication and give outstanding leadership and service to Sea Scouting at the National Level. Sea Scout Leadership Awards are also presented...
Order of the Arrow Membership Update
Earlier today, the National Order of the Arrow Committee approved some exciting updates to the Order of the Arrow program. Beginning February 1, 2019, unit elections will be permitted in Scouts BSA, Venturing and Sea Scout units. The new Order of the Arrow membership...
2018 National Flagship Named
The Boat Owners Association of the United States (BoatU.S.) and Sea Scouts, BSA recognize Sea Scout Ship 1 “SSS UNIQUE” of East Texas Area Council and Tomahawk District as the recipient of the 2018 BoatU.S. and Sea Scouts, BSA “National Flagship” Award. BoatU.S....
Scout Me In Collateral Available
Yesterday the BSA announced “Scout Me In,” a new campaign to invite young people and families to be a part of the life-changing experience of Scouting. The BSA has unveiled a Sea Scout version of the logo and has released a Family Scouting Update to clarify changes...
Meet the 2018-2019 Western Region Boatswain
The 2018-2019 Western Region Boatswain is Hannah Carter from the Sea Scout Ship Mariners, based in Dana Point, California and the Orange County Council. WR Boatswain Hannah's term begins over Memorial Day Weekend. Hannah has served as one of the WR Boatswain's Mates,...
Keith Christopher to Retire After 44 Years With BSA
After a career spanning nearly five decades, five local councils, and 13 years at the National Service Center, Keith Christopher will retire from the Boy Scouts of America after 44 years of service effective June 1, 2018. Keith, who currently serves as department...
Announcing the 2018-2019 National Boatswain
The National Sea Scout Support Committee announces the selection of Jack Otto of Houston, Texas as the 2018-2019 National Sea Scout Boatswain. His term of office will be from June 1, 2018 through May 31, 2019. He is a member of Ship 468, chartered by the St. Andrews...
Introducing the Best Practice Library
Across the county there are successful ships that deliver on Sea Scouting's promise of high adventure in, on, around, and under the water. Each ship is unique. Each ship has it's own strengths and weaknesses. In order to make every ship more successful, a Best...
Ben Feril takes the helm as Northeast Region Commodore
During the 2018 Northeast Region Bridge of Honor at Swedesboro, NJ, National Sea Scout Commodore Charlie Wurster installed Ben Feril as the Regional Commodore. Ben is an retired Navy Captain and is an active Scouter in DELMARVA Council. He will chair the Northeast...