History and Organization
What Organization is the Sea Scouts part of?
BSA
What is the first step to becoming a Sea Scout in the BSA program?
Joinign a Sea Scout Ship
What is the official Sea Scout uniform color?
Navy Blue
What is a Sea Scout Ship?
A Sea Scout unit or group
What does the term "port" refer to on a boat?
The Left Side of the Boat
What year was sea scouted founded in the US?
1912
Which Sea Scout award is recognized as the highest honor in Sea Scouts?
Quartermaster Award
What is the traditional Sea Scout salute?
Right hand raised to the forehead
Sailing, rowing, kayaking, canoeing, anything else is up to whoever is running the game
What is the name of the boat used in sailing races that has a single hull and one mast?
Sloop
In which international scouting organization are Sea Scouts part of?
World Organization of the Scout Movement (WOSM)
What skills are taught in Sea Scouts?
Sailing, Navigating, First Aid, all else is up to person running the game
What is the proper way for a Sea Scout to salute when going aboard a ship or vessel?
The main mast first and then the flag
How often do units typically meet?
Weekly
What ocean is the smallest and shallowest?
Arctic Ocean
Which famous explorer's name is associated with the Sea Scout program?
Sir Francis Drake
What is the primary purpose of the Sea Scouts?
To foster youth leadership and life skills through maritime activities
What is the distinctive feature on a Sea Scout’s uniform to signify their rank?
A silver anchor pin
What is the title of the Sea Scout who is responsible for overseeing the daily operations and leadership within the ship?
Boatswain
In sailing, what does "reefing" the sail mean?
Shortening the sail to reduce power in heavy winds
What is the official motto of the Sea Scouts?
Semper Paratus
What kind of boat is most often associated with Sea Scouts?
Sailboats
What is the Sea Scout "Signal Flag" used for?
To communicate with other ships
What is the Sea Scout program's rank progression, from entry-level to highest rank?
Apprentice, Ordinary, Able and Quartermaster
Which famous sailing race takes place around the world, covering a distance of over 40,000 miles?
Vendee Globe