Sea Base 2018

Additional Payments Required for Sea Base 2018

Instructions
1. Enter the name of all scouts and leaders attending and click "Add to Cart"
2. In the shopping cart, update the quantity to the total number of family members who will be going to Sea Base and select "Checkout".

​This is setup to allow families to make partial monthly payments for anyone attending Sea Base.  

NOTE: If you want to use your scout account to pay for the trip or have any questions, please send an email to treasurer@troop283.net. Kristi will work with you to credit you scout account and make a plan to pay any difference that exists. We do not plan to set up a PayPal link for miscellaneous payment amounts.

Unfortunately, registration for Sea Base 2018 is already closed. Keep on reading, though, for more information about the adventures and what you can look forward to the next time Troop 283 goes!

Check out the options below and read the details of each adventure.  Select your top two adventures and submit form, then make your deposit using the add to cart button.

Bahamas Adventure
Sea Base is offering an exciting adventure based in Marsh Harbour on Great Abaco Island. Your crew can snorkel the beautiful, pristine reefs surrounding Marsh Harbour, wade ashore on the many small cays (pronounced keys) in the area, learn their unique history, and fish for the game-fish which are abundant in the Abacos. You'll board traditional Bahamas sailing vessels designed to take you to such exotic places as Green Turtle Cay, Hopetown and Little Harbour. There's plenty of time for fishing, snorkeling and swimming. Steady breezes, the protection of the barrier islands and the reef surrounding Abaco Sound provide perfect sailing getaways. This is a seven day event, and can accommodate crews of 6-8

Coral Reef Adventure 
Your home for a week will be on a large sailing vessel over 40 feet long. During the adventure, you will be sailing the Florida Keys and have the chance to snorkel some of the most beautiful reefs in the Keys and part of the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. 
You will also have the opportunity to study astronomy, navigation, fish identification, and coral reef ecology. So join us for the Coral Reef Sailing Adventure, sharpen your navigational skills and enjoy snorkeling and fishing all in one package.  Crew size 6-8.  This is a seven day event

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 Project Aware 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.
Crew size 6-8 This is a seven- night, eight day adventure. 

Sea Exploring (Keys Tall Ship)
Designed for larger groups (either a council contingent or a larger troop), offering your crew the opportunity to experience a sailing adventure of yesteryear. These are large vessels, 75 feet or more, normally gaff-rigged topsail schooners, fully equipped and prepared to provide an unforgettable adventure snorkeling the beautiful Keys' reefs, fishing, and hands-on sailing as well as a port-o-call in Key West.
For a hands-on sailing adventure voyage, one that is exciting, ruggedly challenging, and excellent for larger groups, pack your sea bag for the Sea Exploring program. Crew size ,18-20 This is an eight day event.

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