Scout Programs
Ahoy Brownies! "Introduction to Sailing Ships"
This two hour program introduces Brownies to the salty world of sailing ships! They will explore the 1863 barque Star of India through a scavenger hunt, and learn the parts of a ship through a coloring activity in this fun-filled and educational workshop. In addition, our instructors will teach the girls shipboard directions and spin them a yarn before they jump ship! Brownies will earn a special participation patch at the end of this workshop.
Length: 2 hours
Times: variable
Class size: minimum is 10
Cost: $13 per Brownie (adults free)
Pilot Boat "Water Wonders/Oceanography"
This program will help fulfill the majority of the requirements for the Girl Scouts: Water Wonders Merit Badge and the Boy Scouts: Oceanography Merit Badge. Scouts will be learning the history and environment of San Diego Bay through dockside activities aboard the ferryboat Berkeley and the ecology and economy of the Bay on a voyage of discovery aboard the historic 1914 Pilot Boat. Scouts will have the hands-on opportunity to help with the ship's navigation, and perform extensive water quality experiments. Scouts will come home with a greater understanding of the bay's economic history and the vital role its resources play in our city's economy, while learning about past and present bay resource management issues.
Length: 3 hours
Times: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Class size: minimum is 20 with a maximum of 40
Cost: $15 per person
Californian "Water Wonders/Oceanography"
This program will help fulfill the majority of the requirements for the Girl Scouts: Water Wonders Merit Badge and the Boy Scouts: Oceanography Merit Badge. Scouts will be learning the history and environment of San Diego Bay while sailing aboard California's official state tall ship, Californian. Scouts will have the hands-on opportunity to raise 7000 square feet of sail, assist with the ship's navigation and perform extensive water quality experiments. Scouts will come home with a greater understanding of the bay's economic history and the vital roll its resources play in our city's economy while learning about past and present bay resource management issues.
Length: 3 hours
Times: variable
Class size: minimum is 26 with a maximum of 45
Cost: $30 per person
Californian "Scout Sail"
Scouts set a course for adventure aboard the state of California's official tall ship, Californian! This 135 foot traditional schooner takes scouts out for a three-hour sail, where they will learn important safety guidelines, line handling and knot tying. They will also work as a crew; setting sail, steering the vessel and navigating. There will also be the opportunity to fire the ship's gun (circumstances permitting). This program will emphasize teamwork and the importance of personal responsibility. Participation allows Girl Scouts, Cadettes, and Seniors to work towards their Sailing Badge.
Length: 3 hours
Times: Variable
Class size: minimum is 26 with a maximum of 45
Cost: $30 per person
To reserve a date for a program, please call (619) 234-9153 x 126