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Sea Scouts (The Scout Association)
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Sea Scouts were first formed in the United Kingdom
in 1909 as a branch of The Scout Association
, and have been a feature of the Scouting
programme ever since.
Sea Scouts are aged 10 to 14, and Explorer Sea Scouts 14 to 18. Sea Scout Groups often have younger members in Beaver Scout and Cub Scout
sections. Although they are not counted in Sea Scout numbers, they are allowed to wear the Royal Navy Recognition Badge if their Group has that recognition.
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Royal Navy Recognition began in 1919 following the efforts of Scouts during World War I in support of the armed forces, through service as coast watchers, first aiders, fire fighters and messengers.
Groups that apply for Recognition are inspected by a Royal Navy officer. Providing there is a vacant position, Groups that pass the inspection and meet the exacting standards of the Royal Navy are awarded Recognition on behalf of the Admiralty Board.
Recognised Groups are entitled to fly a Red Ensign and blue pennant, both defaced with a Scout Arrowhead and Admiralty Crown. Members may also wear the Royal Navy Recognition badge on uniform. Sea Scouts may go to sea with the Royal Navy, visit military establishments and use facilities at , such as the Royal Navy Sailing Centre and the Youth Training Ship, .
Three events occur annually for Royal Navy Recognised Sea Scouts, a swimming gala at , a football competition at HMS Excellent, and a summer "camp" aboard HMS Bristol. Another camp is held for Sea Explorers in October of each year.
The official uniform of an Explorer Sea Scout is as follows:
in Nottinghamshire. Around 3000 Sea Scouts participated in the event and came from around the world.
United Kingdom
The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern IrelandIn the United Kingdom and Dependencies, other languages have been officially recognised as legitimate autochthonous languages under the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages...
in 1909 as a branch of The Scout Association
The Scout Association
The Scout Association is the World Organization of the Scout Movement recognised Scouting association in the United Kingdom. Scouting began in 1907 through the efforts of Robert Baden-Powell. The Scout Association was formed under its previous name, The Boy Scout Association, in 1910 by the grant...
, and have been a feature of the Scouting
Scouting
Scouting, also known as the Scout Movement, is a worldwide youth movement with the stated aim of supporting young people in their physical, mental and spiritual development, that they may play constructive roles in society....
programme ever since.
Sea Scouts are aged 10 to 14, and Explorer Sea Scouts 14 to 18. Sea Scout Groups often have younger members in Beaver Scout and Cub Scout
Cub Scouts (The Scout Association)
Cub Scouts or Cubs are an age-based section of The Scout Association for young boys and girls ages 8 to 10½. This section follows on from the Beaver Scouts and Cubs will move on to Scouts at the age of 10½. The section originally opened as Wolf Cubs in 1916...
sections. Although they are not counted in Sea Scout numbers, they are allowed to wear the Royal Navy Recognition Badge if their Group has that recognition.
Royal Navy Recognition
In the United Kingdom there are approximately 400 Sea Scout Groups and 101 of these are recognised by the Royal NavyRoyal Navy
The Royal Navy is the naval warfare service branch of the British Armed Forces. Founded in the 16th century, it is the oldest service branch and is known as the Senior Service...
.
Royal Navy Recognition began in 1919 following the efforts of Scouts during World War I in support of the armed forces, through service as coast watchers, first aiders, fire fighters and messengers.
Groups that apply for Recognition are inspected by a Royal Navy officer. Providing there is a vacant position, Groups that pass the inspection and meet the exacting standards of the Royal Navy are awarded Recognition on behalf of the Admiralty Board.
Recognised Groups are entitled to fly a Red Ensign and blue pennant, both defaced with a Scout Arrowhead and Admiralty Crown. Members may also wear the Royal Navy Recognition badge on uniform. Sea Scouts may go to sea with the Royal Navy, visit military establishments and use facilities at , such as the Royal Navy Sailing Centre and the Youth Training Ship, .
Three events occur annually for Royal Navy Recognised Sea Scouts, a swimming gala at , a football competition at HMS Excellent, and a summer "camp" aboard HMS Bristol. Another camp is held for Sea Explorers in October of each year.
Uniform
The official uniform of a Sea Scout is as follows:- Dark blue woollen Sea Scout jersey or a light blue long sleeve shirt or blouse
- Smart navy blue trousers or skirt
- Group scarf
- Leather Scout belt and buckle (optional)
- Seaman's Class II white cap with 'Sea Scouts' tallyband (real name is Cap tally)
- White lanyard with bosun's call (Sea Scout Patrol Leaders only)(optional). (Worn on a chain in the Royal Navy as a lanyard was used to fire guns)
The official uniform of an Explorer Sea Scout is as follows:
- light blue long sleeve shirt or blouse
- Explorer Scout Unit scarf and woggle (a Group scarf may be worn if specified in the Partnership Agreement) or blue tie
- smart navy blue trousers or smart navy blue skirt
- Scout belt / Explorer Belt and buckle
- Seaman's Class 2 round cap with 'Explorer Sea Scout' tallyband or peaked Officer's hat with white top and Sea Scout cap badge (each Explorer Scout Unit to wear the same headwear option).
Centenary
The centenary of Sea Scouting was celebrated in 2009. The Centenary Sea Scout Jamboree was held in August of that year, at the National Watersports CentreHolme Pierrepont National Watersports Centre
The National Watersports Centre, Holme Pierrepont is located in the hamlet of Holme Pierrepont near Nottingham, England and on the River Trent....
in Nottinghamshire. Around 3000 Sea Scouts participated in the event and came from around the world.
See also
- Royal Navy Recognised Sea ScoutsRoyal Navy Recognised Sea ScoutsThere are 101 Sea Scout Groups in the United Kingdom and one group in Gibraltar who are affiliated to the Royal Navy in order to foster a close relationship between the Royal Navy and Young people in the Scout Association by making naval facilities and equipment accessible. It is seen as a mark of...
- Sea ScoutSea ScoutSea Scouts are members of the international Scouting movement, with a particular emphasis on water-based activities, such as kayaking, canoeing, sailing, and rowing. Depending on the country and the available water these activities are on lakes, rivers or sea in small or large ships. Sea Scouting...
— the ship of Scott's first expedition to the Antarctic, later used as a Sea Scout training ship