Scouting Programs

Oceanography Merit Badge (Private Class)

Working with a certified Merit Badge counselor, scouts will perform plankton tows and water analysis as they learn about the five branches of oceanographic science. Scouts who complete all requirements during this program will receive a signed blue card.

Program Details
For: Scouts BSA Youth
Length: 5 hours
Size: 10–40 scouts

Program Costs (per participant)
Scouts: $59
Adult Chaperones: $24
Scout Leader: Free

Overnight Option
Your program can be followed up with a sleepover aboard one of our historic vessels! In addition to working on the Oceanography Merit Badge, scouts will also have the opportunity to participate in other scout-oriented activities, have dinner and breakfast provided, and sleep aboard a tall ship. The minimum/maximum number of participants to book an overnight option is 20/50.

Ahoy, Scouts! (Introduction to Sailing Ships)

Introduce your Brownies or Cub Scouts to the salty world of sailing ships! They will explore the world’s oldest active sailing ship, Star of India, through an interactive scavenger hunt guided by one of our instructors. We will also teach the scouts shipboard directions, how to identify important parts of the ship, and even spin them a yarn!

Program Details
For: Brownies & Cub Scouts
Length: 2 hours
Size: 15–30 scouts

Program Costs (per participant)
Students: $28
Adult Chaperones: $24
Scout Leader: Free

Other Great Programs for Scouts

Adventure Tours

Go rowing on San Diego Bay, get hands-on experience working the sailing technology of Star of India, and explore our diverse collection of ships. Includes an option for an overnight stay aboard one of our historic vessels!
Learn more about Adventure Tours

Day Sailing

Enjoy a three-hour day sail on San Diego Bay, where you will hoist sails, take the helm, and learn to tie the knots we use aboard ship.
Learn more about Day Sailing