Sea Base 2024
The Spirit of Adventure Council is looking at sending two crews to the Florida Sea Base this coming April vacation (April 13th – April 20th). Scouts will fly from Boston Logan to Florida. We are planning on two different treks- The Marine Eco Expedition and the Scuba Adventure (see information about the treks below). Each trek has a maximum of 8 participants, including leadership, so space is very limited. Council will be providing the leadership, but we are happy to have additional adult leadership as well (21+). One additional day will be spent exploring southern Florida and the Everglades.
If you are interested in either of the treks, please fill out the survey and we will get back to you with registration information.
Requirements:
- Registered as a Scout
- 13 years of age by arrival to Sea Base, but under the age of 21
- Pass the BSA Swim Test
- If you are planning to attend the Scuba Adventure, then you must have your open water certification.
General Information:
- Depart: April 13th
- Return Home: April 20th
- Treks: Scuba adventure and Marine Eco Expedition
- Cost: Estimated $2250
Scuba Adventure
The Florida Keys are home to the only coral barrier reef in North America. If you are a certified diver, this program is for you. From our fleet of custom built Newton Dive Specials you will explore coral reefs, discover wrecks, underwater rock formations, and scuba dive alongside the over 6,000 organisms and underwater wildlife found in the Florida National Marine Sanctuary.
During this adventure (weather permitting) you will make as many as 11 dives, including a night dive. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to take part in evening Dive Against Debris by Goal: Clean Seas, Reef Fish identification and Shark Awareness courses, and conduct REEF Environmental Education fish surveys. Accommodations are in air conditioned dormitories overlooking the Florida Bay with great meals in the Sea Base galley. The diving equipment supplied for this adventure is new and state of the art. Medical restrictions apply. Call Sea Base for more details.
Marine Eco Expedition
Have you always dreamed of being a marine biologist, oceanographer, conservationist, or a deep-sea explorer? This is the program for you. Your crew will paddle, snorkel and embark on the waters of the Florida National Marine Sanctuary aboard the “BSA Discover”, a 45-foot catamaran outfitted as a floating classroom designed to explore mangroves, sea grass beds and majestic coral reefs. You will gather hands on experience monitoring coral health and water quality, tagging sharks, rare plant surveys on Big Munson Island, and underwater robotics. The Marine STEM program is based on a marine ecology curriculum that follows the teachings of the textbook “Tropical Connections.” During your adventure, you will be involved with active citizen science projects and data collection for ongoing research for scientists in conjunction with MOTE Marine Laboratory and other partnering organizations. Scouts participating in the Marine STEM Adventure receive hands-on tours of our land-based coral nursery to learn about science-based restoration efforts throughout the FKNMS and are even to help in the microfragmentation process first hand! Please note that program is dictated by weather, tides and the ability of the crew. Your activity plan can vary, sometimes widely, due to these external factors. Marine Stem Adventure Crew Size 6–8 individuals. This number includes both youth and adult participants. Due to US Coast Guard Regulations crews may not exceed the maximum of 8 people. Field excursions are day trips aboard the BSA Discover and other vessels. Your crew will be staying in air-conditioned dorms at the Brinton Environmental Center during your adventure.
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