Sea Scouts is a co-ed program within Scouting America for young people aged 14 to 20. It focuses on developing boating skills and maritime knowledge through hands-on learning and exciting adventures on the water. Participants learn seamanship, navigation, water safety, and leadership skills while engaging in activities like sailing, cruising, diving, and regattas. Sea Scouts also emphasize community service, often involving projects related to water safety and environmental conservation.

Ranks

Apprentice
The Apprentice rank in Sea Scouts is the first step, focusing on foundational knowledge like safety procedures, basic seamanship skills, and understanding the Sea Scout ideals.

Ordinary
The Ordinary rank in Sea Scouts builds upon the foundation of the Apprentice rank, requiring deeper knowledge of seamanship, piloting, communication, and safety, along with active participation in ship activities and leadership roles.

Able
The Able rank in Sea Scouts signifies a high level of proficiency. It requires mastering advanced seamanship skills, earning the Lifesaving merit badge, completing a significant long cruise, and fulfilling leadership roles within their ship.

Quartermaster
The Quartermaster Award is the highest honor in Sea Scouting, equivalent to the Eagle Scout Award. It recognizes exceptional leadership, advanced seamanship skills, and a commitment to service, requiring significant accomplishments in areas like navigation, boat handling, leadership, and community service..

Resources

In addition the forms and resources hyperlinked below, additional forms are available at scouting.org.