The S.S.S. Albatross is based in Martinez, CA. The program teaches kids ages 10 – 18 about the maritime culture and what it means to be a mariner. Youth who join this group are taught trade skills, team-building, and social skills. The program consists of many different elements: boating, rank advancement, fundraising, service to the community, regatta training, fun activities, and so much more! For more information, please contact: Sam Lovelace at 925-705-3479 or click on the image to email.
S.S.S. Chaser is for youth 13-21 years of age and is based in Napa, CA. The group meets every Wednesday from 1900-2130 on 402 Riverside Drive. Contact: Skipper Carl Shellhorn, 707-695-9722.
S.S.S. Corsair is a male sailing club based in San Francisco, CA for ages 14-21. They meet Saturdays and on Tuesday nights. They also have weekend overnight trips, competitions with other scout groups, and a 2-week long Summer Cruise.
Cost is $200 annually. Click on the image to check out their website for more information.
S.S.S. Konocti Phoenix is a coed ship for ages 13 (who have completed the 8th grade) to 21. The ship is located in Kelseyville, CA, about two hours north of San Francisco. Ship 711 meets weekly in the summer at Braitos Marina to work on skill development in seamanship (ship- and small boat handling, maintenance, safety, dealing with emergencies, etc.). In the winter, they meet at the American Legion Hall and prepare for the annual Ancient Mariner Regatta, where Sea Scout Ship crews compete on various seamanship skills. Click on the image to check out their website for more information.
S.S.S. Makai is a 70-year-old program for young men ages 14 to 21 and operates out of Ballena Isle Marina in Alameda, CA. The Makai crew go on day cruises, overnight trips, and an annual summer cruise. Crew does all planning and navigating for the trips. The group works on rank advancement, participates in regional regattas (competitions), and performs community service throughout the year. Please contact them on their website by clicking the image to find out more, to attend a ship's meeting, or see their vessels.
M.E.C. 700 is for 11-13 year old boys and meets every Sunday 2-5pm at dock H at Ballena Isle Marina in Alameda, CA. This M.E.C. is operated by S.S.S. Makai. Click on the image to email for more information or to join.
M.E.C. Makani is a co-ed junior boating club for ages 11-13 based in San Francisco, CA. They meet weekly to learn the basics of sailing, rowing, kayaking, and more. They also go on day trips throughout the year to explore the many nautical sites around the bay. A great intro for those who can't wait to join Sea Scouts! Cost is $100 Annually. Check out their website for more.
S.S.S. Northland is an 89-year-old program in the Port of Richmond, CA near the Red Oak Victory. The group has a 102-foot ship and meets at 1319 Canal Blvd. Dock 5. Membership Information Contact: email Paul Hirsh by clicking on the image or call 415-637-9619
Odyssey is an all girls Sea Scouts crew based in Richmond, CA. Established in 1974, they have a long history of seamanship, friendship, and fun. They meet Monday nights at Point San Pablo Harbor. On the weekends they row, sail, and compete in various events throughout the year. For more information check out their website by clicking on the image.
SSS Sea Fox meets every Wednesday from 6:30pm to 8:30pm at Aeolian Yacht Club, 980 Fernside Blvd, Alameda, CA and they meet at their boats on Saturdays, Gate H, Ballena Isle Marina, Alameda if they aren't at a regatta or traveling. For more information and to join, click on the image to email Skipper Ken Schupe.
S.S.S. Viking is a female sailing club for ages 14-21 based in San Francisco, CA. They meet Saturdays and on Tuesday nights. They also have weekend overnight trips, competitions with other scout groups, and a 2-week long Summer Cruise.
Cost is $200 annually. Click on the image to check out their website for more information.
Ship 317 is a Sea Scouts group based in Suisun City, CA. They meet at the Suisun Yacht Club.
Click on the image to email the skipper for more information.
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