News and updates about the Sea Scouts program. https://seascout.org/news/upcoming-safety-at-sea-events-2/ With fall approaching, it is time for our annual Safety-at-Sea (S@S) events sponsored by the US Coast Guard and the US Coast Guard Auxiliary. Here are the upcoming S@S events: Safety at Sea GAM REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN for the 2026 Safety at Sea GAM will be held 2-4 October 2026 at the US Merchant […] Sea Scouts News Tue, 25 Aug 2026 22:25:04 GMT Sea Scouts News https://seascout.org/news/national-virtual-sea-scout-academy-2026-2027/ Join the National Virtual Sea Scout Academy for live Zoom sessions supporting Apprentice, Ordinary, Able, and Quartermaster advancement tracks. Sea Scouts News Wed, 19 Aug 2026 03:00:14 GMT Sea Scouts News https://seascout.org/news/2027-national-flagship-application-process/ Now is the time for all ships to begin taking stock of their 2026 program and document their accomplishments to date in preparation to apply for the annual National Flagship Competition.  The submission process will open 1 December 2026 and close 31 January 2027. You will find the National Flagship Council Approval Form, the Sea […] Sea Scouts News Fri, 03 Jul 2026 01:47:41 GMT Sea Scouts News https://seascout.org/news/teen-led-sea-scout-crew-takes-on-adult-sailors-in-charleston-harbor-race-series/ Ship 50 is participating in the harbor race series crewed by the Sea Scouts. Check out the video! Sea Scouts News Sat, 06 Jun 2026 16:11:47 GMT Sea Scouts News https://seascout.org/news/a-new-simpler-renewal-cycle-for-all-members/ Scouting America announced an important change at last week’s National Annual Meeting that will simplify the membership and unit renewal process nationwide. By February 2028, all members and all units will have a single, common renewal month of February. This change is in response to feedback from unit leaders and other Scouters who asked for […] Sea Scouts News Sun, 24 May 2026 20:42:39 GMT Sea Scouts News https://seascout.org/news/advancement-updates/ These updates to the advancement requirements were approved on 7 May. Sea Scouts News Fri, 15 May 2026 12:56:50 GMT Sea Scouts News https://seascout.org/news/2026-academy-introductory-mission-aim-selectees/ The US Coast Guard Auxiliary and the Sea Scouts are proud to announce the following Sea Scouts who will be attending the Academy Introductory Mission (AIM) at the US Coast Guard Academy in New London, CT, this summer. Their applications are now being reviewed by the Coast Guard Academy, and they will be assigned to […] Sea Scouts News Fri, 08 May 2026 08:30:00 GMT Sea Scouts News https://seascout.org/news/an-interview-with-the-2025-2026-national-boatswain/ An interview with the 2025-2026 National Boatswain Abbey Holloman Sea Scouts News Tue, 05 May 2026 16:05:13 GMT Sea Scouts News https://seascout.org/news/2026-2027-national-boatswain-elect-selection/ We are pleased to announce the new National Boatswain-elect for the coming term. Jack W. has been selected and will assume office on June 1st, after the Change of Watch at the Scouting America National Annual Meeting in Dallas. He is a member of Ship 23 from Longhouse Council in Liverpool, NY, and most recently, […] Sea Scouts News Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:29:31 GMT Sea Scouts News https://seascout.org/news/2026-national-and-territorial-sea-scout-leadership-awards/ The Sea Scout Leadership Award is presented by councils, Service Territories, and the Scouting America National Council to Sea Scouts and adult volunteers who have made exceptional contributions to the Sea Scout program. The 2026 National Award recipients are: The 2026 Territorial Award recipients are: Congratulations and Bravo Zulu to all our Sea Scout Leadership […] Sea Scouts News Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:00:00 GMT Sea Scouts News https://seascout.org/news/2026-national-flagship-and-fleet/ BoatUS and Scouting America’s Sea Scouts have announced that Sea Scout Ship Viking (#100) of the Golden Gate Area Council (San Francisco, California) has been named the 2026–2027 BoatUS–Sea Scout National Flagship, continuing a tradition that has flourished since the partnership began in 2002. Chartered by the San Francisco Sailing Whaleboat Association, Ship Viking exemplifies […] Sea Scouts News Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:00:00 GMT Sea Scouts News https://seascout.org/news/sea-scouts-chosen-to-go-this-summer-on-the-uscgc-barque-eagle/ This summer’s Barque Eagle cruise, which takes place from August 10–14, will include a primary and alternate team of Sea Scouts, who were chosen from the largest applicant pool ever. They will be departing from Greenport, NY (out on Long Island), and sailing up to the Coast Guard Academy in New London, CT. On the […] Sea Scouts News Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:38:32 GMT Sea Scouts News https://seascout.org/news/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 all Quartermasters who earn the rank in 2026 with a special commemorative Quartermaster certificate. This limited-edition certificate will be available only to Sea Scouts who achieve the Quartermaster rank in […] Sea Scouts News Fri, 27 Mar 2026 03:00:00 GMT Sea Scouts News https://seascout.org/news/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 great reminders to post at your Ship’s meeting location, or share them with a local livery. You can find them on the Paddlesports Resources page. Sea Scouts News Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:21:46 GMT Sea Scouts News https://seascout.org/news/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 the place on Earth most like Mars,” says John, now 17. “Getting to go to the most remote places on Earth was pretty special to me.” But the journey was […] Sea Scouts News Sat, 07 Mar 2026 16:10:01 GMT Sea Scouts News https://seascout.org/news/boost-your-ships-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. Sea Scouts News Sat, 28 Feb 2026 17:14:10 GMT Sea Scouts News https://seascout.org/news/scout-shop-now-carries-sea-scout-uniforms/ On February 26, the Scout Shop now has a new “Sea Scouts Collection” where you can find all your uniform needs! Sea Scouts News Fri, 27 Feb 2026 18:02:16 GMT Sea Scouts News https://seascout.org/news/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 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 […] Sea Scouts News Tue, 30 Dec 2025 19:50:25 GMT Sea Scouts News https://seascout.org/news/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 American Canoe Association for this great video. Sea Scouts News Thu, 18 Dec 2025 19:41:48 GMT Sea Scouts News https://seascout.org/news/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 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 […] Sea Scouts News Sat, 22 Nov 2025 16:33:55 GMT Sea Scouts News https://seascout.org/news/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 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 […] Sea Scouts News Mon, 17 Nov 2025 23:19:11 GMT Sea Scouts News https://seascout.org/news/looking-for-a-printed-copy-of-the-sea-scout-handbook/ If so, then you are in luck! Sea Scout Ship #999, “The Mayflower” in Huntsville, Alabama may just have your ticket! They are offering a printed, soft cover, version of the Sea Scout Handbook for $25 and a hardcover version for $30 plus shipping. You can purchase your copy from the Ship by ordering from […] Sea Scouts News Fri, 25 Apr 2025 17:19:46 GMT Sea Scouts News https://seascout.org/news/new-quartermaster-application-available/ A new fillable-PDF version of the Quartermaster application has been published and is linked on the Advancement Central page, in the Quartermaster section. This application replaces the older version which was available from scouting.org. Our thanks to the Materials and Literature Task Force for their diligence in getting this new application published. Sea Scouts News Fri, 25 Apr 2025 16:37:46 GMT Sea Scouts News https://seascout.org/news/now-available-the-council-boatswain-guidelines/ Our Materials and Literature task force has published a new guideline for Council Boatswains. You can download the guide from the Scout Resource Center. Sea Scouts News Fri, 11 Apr 2025 19:31:29 GMT Sea Scouts News https://seascout.org/news/quartermaster-recognition-items/ Looking for a Quartermaster neckerchief, or parent/mentor pins? Then check out the Great Smokey Mountain Council website. These items have been approved by BSA Licensing, and the National Sea Scout Committee. Sea Scouts News Thu, 20 Mar 2025 01:19:00 GMT Sea Scouts News https://seascout.org/news/quartermaster-ceremony-script-template/ The following script is a template for a Quartermaster Ceremony open for any Sea Scouts to use and adapt, a downloadable pdf file can be found here. Quartermaster Bridge of Honor Ceremony Script  Quartermaster Bridge of Honor Information about the ceremony: This script provides a suggested, in-depth quartermaster bridge of honor script that may be […] Sea Scouts News Wed, 10 Jan 2024 00:12:12 GMT Sea Scouts News https://seascout.org/news/advanced-on-the-water-leadership-skills-training-released/ Following nearly two years of development, Advanced On-the-Water Leader Skills Training (AOWLS) is now available to Sea Scout leaders. This program models how adult leaders can step back from the helm, set performance expectations for the youth in their unit, and safely conduct an effective Sea Scout program underway. The course models the methods and […] Sea Scouts News Mon, 01 Jul 2019 20:19:01 GMT Sea Scouts News https://seascout.org/news/sea-scout-decals-and-magnetic-signs-available/ 6-inch decal — $ 4.00 each 12-inch decal– $ 10.00 each 18-inch decal — $ 17.00 each 12-inch magnetic sign — $ 15.00 Designed to be waterproof. Peel off and stick to any surface. Use on a boat or any hard surface. Order from: Office of the Sea Scout Director, seascouts@scouting.org. Include your name and mailing address. […] Sea Scouts News Wed, 14 Mar 2018 16:34:59 GMT Sea Scouts News https://seascout.org/resources/sea-scout-marketing-flyers/ Sea Scout Ships can customize these downloadable Sea Scout flyers with local information for an open house. These flyers were designed to be submitted to school districts for approval in high school online newsletters. These flyers can also be printed for posting on community boards, such as in coffee shops or teen centers of […] Sea Scouts News Wed, 31 Jan 2018 02:41:13 GMT Sea Scouts News https://seascout.org/news/building-to-teach-partnership/ Learning to build a boat with your Sea Scouts is now within reach of any Sea Scout leader thanks to our newest partner, Building to Teach. Building to Teach is a program of the Alexandria Seaport Foundation that aims to enable students to learn math through hands-on projects: opening the door to higher education and […] Sea Scouts News Mon, 04 Jan 2016 03:54:18 GMT Sea Scouts News