Sea Scouts May 2026

The program follows a structured path with four primary ranks [14, 16]:

Focuses on mastering complex maritime tasks and leadership [16]. Sea Scouts

Requires six months of active membership and demonstrating foundational boating and swimming skills [14, 23]. The program follows a structured path with four

Training includes sailing, kayaking, powerboating, and canoeing [20, 23]. “Sea Scouts and the BSA program in general

“Sea Scouts and the BSA program in general made me who I am. They helped form my style of leadership, and they instilled in me: Duty to God, Duty to Country, and the Duty to Self.”

Ships generally meet weekly or bi-weekly and often participate in at least one major monthly activity, such as a multi-day sailing trip or white water rafting expedition [22]. You can find a local unit using the Sea Scout Ship Locator .

The introductory level focused on basic scouting ideals and safety [16, 26].