Advancement is not part of the formal at Sea Base experience. Sea Base does not have structured merit badge programs or merit badge instructors. Advancement is however a key component in ensuring that your unit is prepared for your Sea Base Adventure. The following are our recommendations of awards and advancements your troop/ship/crew may consider preparing for ahead of your adventure.
BOY SCOUT ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Merit Badges:
- Astronomy
- Bird Study
- Cooking
- Fishing
- Kayaking
- Life Saving
- Oceanography
- Photography
- Scuba Diving
- Small Boat Sailing
- Signs Signals and Codes
- Weather
Awards:
- BSA Kayaking
- BSA Snorkeling
- BSA Stand-Up Paddle Boarding
- BSA Scuba
VENTURING ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Discovery Award:
- Tier II & Tier III Adventures
Pathfinder Award:
- Leadership Section
- Tier II & Tier III Adventures
Summit Award:
- Leadership Section
- Tier II & Tier III Adventures
Kodiak Challenge Leadership Award:
- Requires significant preparation prior to adventure to complete. Please review the requirements.
SEA SCOUTS ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Many requirements can be completed participating at the Florida Sea Base for the following Sea Scout Ranks:
- Apprentice Rank
- Ordinary Rank
- Able Rank
- Quartermaster Rank