Sea Scout (UK)
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| Organization: | The Scout Association |
| Country: | United Kingdom |
| Age Range: | 10 to 14 yrs |
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| Cub Scouts | Explorer Sea Scouts |
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| Organization: | The Scout Association |
| Country: | United Kingdom |
| Age Range: | 14 to 18 yrs |
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| Sea Scouts | Scout Network |
Sea Scouts were first formed in the United Kingdom in 1910 as a branch of The Scout Association,[1] 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 Cub Scout and Beaver Scout sections, although they are not counted in Sea Scout numbers.
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[edit] Royal Navy Recognition
In the United Kingdom there are approximately 400 Sea Scout Groups and 100 of these are recognised by the Royal Navy.[2]
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.[2]
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.[3] Sea Scouts may go to sea with the Royal Navy, visit military establishments and use facilities at HMS Excellent, such as the Royal Navy Sailing Centre and the Youth Training Ship, HMS Bristol.
Three events occur annually for Royal Navy Recognised Sea Scouts, a swimming gala at HMS Raleigh, a football competition at HMS Excellent, and a summer "camp" aboard HMS Bristol.
[edit] Uniform
The official uniform of a Sea Scout is as follows:[4]
- Dark blue woollen Sea Scout jersey or a light blue long sleeve shirt or blouse
- Smart black/navy blue trousers or skirt
- Group scarf
- Leather Scout belt and buckle (optional)
- Seaman's Class II white cap with 'Sea Scouts' tallyband
- White lanyard with bosun's call (optional)
[edit] See also
- Sea Scout - article on international Sea Scouting
[edit] References
- ^ The Passing Years (pdf 96kb). The Scout Association (Dec 2004). Retrieved on December 12, 2006.
- ^ a b Scouting Afloat (pdf 96kb). The Scout Association (Nov 2004). Retrieved on December 12, 2006.
- ^ Royal Navy Recognition Scheme (pdf 96kb). The Scout Association (Mar 2003). Retrieved on December 12, 2006.
- ^ Rule 10.8: Sea Scout Uniform (html). Policy, Organisation and Rules. The Scout Association (2005). Retrieved on December 12, 2006.
