On behalf of the CT Rivers Squadron, I proudly announce the successful completion of our 2nd annual Sea Scout Camp Nautical at JN Webster Scout Reservation during August 8-14.
Camp Nautical was an opportunity for any Sea Scout attending to gain skills and experience.
Advancement can be a source of pride and measure of your success in Scouting. Advancement in Sea Scouting is a measure of your nautical knowledge and your performance as a leader.
The Seamanship Program allowed crew to experience most of the requirements needed for the Rank of Ordinary. With structured courses in the morning and evening the crew learned about boats, marlinespike seamanship, ground tackle, piloting, communications, time, swimming, cruising, safety, galley, sailing, drill, compass, signaling, quarterdeck leadership training and ornamental rope work.
Courses were taught by professionals in the community such as the US Power Squadron, US Coast Guard Auxiliary, CT River Oar and Paddle, leaders from Sea Scout Ship 584, National Sea Scout Bosn and couple recognized adults in the community.
The crew found fun in the afternoons devoted to free time that included open range shoot, zip-line, COPE, CPR, life guard instruction, US Flag retirement ceremony, waterfront activities and a night time lau/beach fire with evening swimming at the waterfront.
There were many times when we enjoyed the experience camp staff.
We are very fortunate to have the excellent facilities and staff at JN Webster
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Marshall Parsons
CT Rivers Squadron Commodore
Skipper of the Sea Scout Ship Dragon - Ship 584
