Learn Leadership and Community Service by Sailing the High Seas… Join the 2014 Crew of

the Yankee Clipper Seattle’s Official “Tall Ship”

How is Your Resume Looking for College?

Are you a good student and hoping to get into your favorite college and perhaps even receive a scholarship?

That’s a great goal. Over $40 Billion in scholarships are awarded to students each year.

Here is something you may not know: All applicants for scholarships have high test scores and outstanding GPAs. That’s a given.

To pick the winners, scholarship selection boards often look for those students who differentiate themselves by demonstrating leadership, participating in sports, and volunteering in the community.

"Yea, foolish mortals, Noah's flood is not yet subsided; two thirds of the fair

world it yet covers." - Herman Melville

"It isn't that life ashore is distasteful to me. But life

at sea is better.” -Sir Francis Drake

Join the Sea Scouts and Differentiate Yourself… Founded in 1912, the Sea Scouts (part of the Boys Scouts of America), have been training young men and women to be leaders in their communities for over a century.

For college-bound students, Sea Scouts is one of the best ways to document leadership accomplishments and community service contributions.

A new Sea Scout Crew is now forming in Woodinville… The new crew has been commissioned to sail on the Yankee Clipper in 2014.

The purpose of the crew will be to train twelve high-performing young people in leadership and community service.

The crew will meet weekly in Woodinville and sail from Ballard, the moorage location of the Yankee Clipper. Community service projects will be focused on the local community.

Start Making Your Own Memories at Sea… The far reaches of the Puget Sound and the San Juan Islands are some of the most beautiful nautical landscapes in the world. And yet, most young people in the Seattle region never board a ship and explore this remarkable resource.

Also, few young people know the camaraderie and sense of purpose that comes from banding together with a like-minded group of peers who are focused on a common goal.

You can experience both of these objectives by sailing on the Yankee Clipper. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of the 2014 crew. Adventure awaits…

"It is not the ship so much as the skillful sailing that assures the prosperous voyage.” - George William Curtis

"To a young person contemplating a voyage, I would say go!" - Joshua Slocum

Join the Sea Scouts, and start your adventure…

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Q: Who is eligible for Sea Scouts membership?

A: Young persons (male and female) between the ages of 13 and 21.

Q: What is the time commitment?

A: Sea Scout crews typically meet once a week for 2 hours and spend one weekend a month “at sea.”

Q: How much does Sea Scouts cost?

A: Initial membership costs $50 (covers registration and a manual). Activities during the year are “pay as you go.” For example, a weekend cruise is about $40. A 10-day summer “long cruise” is $150 to $250.

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Q: Is financial assistance available?

A: Yes, but members are encouraged to “earn” their fees through projects and fund raisers.

Q: Is it safe for young people to be sailing around Puget Sound?

A: Sea Scouts adheres to strict safety policies while operating aboard ship including the presence of an experienced “skipper” onboard (often Coast Guard certified) and other adult leaders.

Q: Who else is involved in Sea Scouts?

A: Young people and adult leaders from the Woodinville community who want to serve and lead in years to come.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Watch a 5-minute Introduction to

Sea Scouting video:

http://youtu.be/56va3WmKjsw

Read more about Sea Scouting by visiting:

http://www.seascout.org

Want to Learn More?

Your Local Sea Scout Contact: Ben Hess | 206-854-7552 |benh@tidemarkonline.com