2012 Spring & Summer Classes

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1 Newport Sea Base 2012 Spring & Summer Classes Your Complete Guide To Spring & Summer Activities For boys & girls Ages 6-17 Open to the Public 1931 West Coast Hwy Newport Beach CA (949) Visit for registration information.

2 Spring Beginning Sailing Improve your self-confidence, teamwork, judgment and responsibility as you enter the FUN world of sailing. From the first day, you ll be on the water, learning to rig your boat, steer, tack and jibe. Please enroll under the appropriate age group. Elementary Sailing 1 (Ages 7-9) Junior Sailing 1 (Ages 10-12) Teen Sailing 1 (Ages 13-17) Time: 10 a.m. 1 p.m. Fee: $95 Sundays /18 4/ /29 5/ /3 6/24 Intermediate Sailing Refine your boat handling skills in increased wind conditions while you work on your communication and sportsmanship. Please enroll under the appropriate age group. Elementary Sailing 2 (Ages 7-9) Junior Sailing 2 (Ages 10-12) Teen Sailing 2 (Ages 13-17) Time: 1:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m. Fee: $125 Sundays /18 4/ /29 5/ /3 6/24 Sailing Club (MAC) Youth who have completed two Newport Sea Base sailing classes or equivalent qualify to try out for membership in Newport Sea Base Sailing Club. The club meets Sundays from 1-4 p.m. Membership is offered year round. Ages: 9 20 Time: 1 p.m. 4 p.m. Fee: $ /1 5/ /1 9/30 Racing Clinic Qualified youth are invited to try out to join our active Friday Racing Clinic. Friday practice leads to opportunities to participate in regattas sponsored by local yacht clubs. Time: 4 p.m. 6 p.m. (daylight permitting) Fee: $ /1 5/ /1 9/30 NEW 1 Stand-Up Paddleboarding (2 Lessons) Try your hand at the new sport of Stand-Up Paddleboarding! Enjoy the fresh air, chat with your friends and improve your physique! Ages: 8 17 Time: 9:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. Fee: $ /25 3/ /5 5/19 Boating & Aquatics Canoeing (1 Lesson) Have fun paddling to many locations around Newport Harbor while you learn the basics of canoe handling, including safety, strokes and techniques! Students should bring a lunch. Ages: Time: 9 a.m. 4 p.m. Fee: $ / / / /9 NEW Kayaking (1 Lesson) Be among the first to earn the new Kayaking Merit Badge! Enjoy paddling to many locations around Newport Harbor while you learn the basics of kayaking handling, including safety, strokes and techniques! Ages: Time: 9 a.m. 4 p.m. Fee: $ / / / / W. Coast Hwy., Newport Beach, CA Fax

3 NEW Format - Lower Fee Twilight Canoe Tour Canoe your way around Upper Newport Bay with an experienced naturalist as you explore one of Southern California s best kept secrets during this 2 1/2-hour family activity. Participants receive an event patch. Class meets at the Newport Aquatic Center (NAC). Time: 4 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Ages: 10 & above Fee: $ / / / /18 Family Sailing (3rd Saturday of each month) Parents and their children can enjoy learning the basics of sailing or refresh their skills on a Harbor 20 keelboat with the instructor aboard. This activity lets you get a taste of sailing or practice intermediate to advanced skills. Please note when you enroll how many people will be participating. Ages: 6 and up Fee: $50 per person ($150 minimum) Capacity: 5 people per boat maximum Choose from the following times: 9 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 3 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 6 p.m. (April October only) / / / / / /18 Shark Camp Saturday Family Activities Come to Shark Camp and be amazed as an expert marine biologist shares with you myths and truth about sharks. Participants receive a certificate of participation and an event patch. All youth must be accompanied by a non-paying adult. Class meets at the Back Bay Science Center. Ages 7-15 Time 6:30 p.m. 8:30 p.m. Fee: $15 Session Date / / /18 Aqua Cub Row, row, row your boat! Learn boating safety basics and rowing in this on-the-water introduction to rowing. Earn an Aqua Cub patch and certificate of completion. Ages: 6 10 Fee: $15 Select Time: 9 a.m a.m. 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. 2 p.m. - 4 p.m / / / / /16 Find us online, on Facebook & Twitter! Family Kayaking (4th Saturday of each month) Choose from the following times: 9:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 3 p.m. 5 p.m. Have fun kayaking to many locations around Newport Harbor while you learn the basics of kayak handling, safety, strokes, and techniques. (To enroll adults, add them as Students, then select the class.) Ages: 8 99 Fee: $ / / / / / /25 Visit for registration information. Spring Go See It! (4th Saturday of each month) Bring your group to the Newport Sea Base and experience a taste of the excitement. Tours include: Tour of Newport Sea Base, knot tying activity, bird watching and a boat ride. Call to schedule your tour. Ages: 5-10 Fee: $10 per Participant Choose from the following times: 9:30 a.m. 11 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 1 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 3 p.m / / / / / /25 2

4 Spring Spring Break Sensation Enrichment and Fun Offered in Conjunction with Amuseum April 9 12 Monday Thursday Time: 9 a.m. 4 p.m. Fee: $ /9 4/12 Morning enrichment and afternoon fun! Eight- and nine-year-old boys and girls will learn about whales, sharks sea birds, and try their hand at seascape art. In the afternoon, they will go sailing and experience stand up paddleboarding. Ten- to 13 -year-olds will be challenged by hands on workshops investigating the local ocean, environment and coastal wildlife in the morning. Afternoons will find them participating in their choice of two of the listed on-the-water classes. Participants should bring a lunch. A swim check will be administered to all participants the first day of camp. Afternoon Activities Stand Up Paddleboarding Harbor 20 Sailing Canoeing Kayaking Ages: 9 11 Webelos Days Choose from the following classes and dates: Date: March 10 Session: Day: Saturday Class Time Fee Citizen 1:30 p.m. 4 p.m. $40 Communicator 9:30 a.m. 12 p.m. $40 Scientist 10 a.m. 3:30 p.m. $75 Date: April 21 Session: Day: Saturday Class Time Fee Engineer 1:30 p.m. 4 p.m. $40 Naturalist 9:30 a.m. 12 p.m. $40 Readyman 9:30 a.m. 12 p.m. $40 Showman 1:30 p.m. 4 p.m. $40 Opening Day / Open House Bring your friends and family and experience the fun and excitement of the Newport Sea Base! Take a free sailboat ride, talk to Coastie the Tugboat, get your face painted or let the Sea Scouts show you their boats. A barbecue lunch will be provided by the Newport Beach Firefighters Association. Off-site parking and shuttle will be available. Saturday Date: 4/14 Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. FREE 3 Classes Your Way! By Appointment Scheduled classes don t meet your schedule? No worries! The Newport Sea Base offers personalized lessons to fit your specific needs, interests and skill level (2-hour minimum). Choosing your own adventure is as easy as calling the Newport Sea Base and letting our staff customize a class for you. Field Trips Take your classroom outdoors and spend a day at the bay. The Newport Sea Base is the perfect venue for your 2nd or 3rd grade class to learn about the marine environment and the importance of conservation. Our hands-on environmental education program will immerse your students in a fun-filled day of science activities while enjoying the wonders of the Newport Bay waterfront. Contact the Program Coordinator ext. 309 to arrange for your class special day at the bay W. Coast Hwy., Newport Beach, CA Fax

5 Safety & Skills First Aid (2 Lessons) Have fun learning how and when to perform first aid and CPR, as well as how to keep yourself and others safe. Ages: Time: 9 a.m p.m. Fee: $ /17 3/ /5 5/ /2 6/9 Emergency Prep. (2 Lessons) Learn safety principles, emergency management, and appropriate preparation for yourself and for your home. Apply what you learn in this class so you and your family will be better prepared to overcome the challenges of emergency situations. Ages: Time: 1 p.m. 4 p.m. Fee: $ /17 3/ /5 5/ /2 6/9 Citizenship Citizenship in the Nation (3 Lessons) Discover how national decisions affect you, your family and the community. Learn about the history and functions of the federal government. Find out how to become an active participant in the life of the nation and how to voice your opinion to your representatives. (Recommended for youth age 13 and above.) Ages: Time: 1 p.m. 4 p.m. Fee: $ /17 3/ /28 5/ /2 6/16 Citizenship in the World (3 Lessons) Compare the duties, rights and obligations of citizens in the United States to those of citizens in other countries. Learn what types of governments exist, how international law differs from national law and why countries must cooperate to thrive economically. Study world events in relation to security, health, values, geography, natural resources and climate. (Recommended for youth age 13 and above.) Ages: Time: 9 a.m. 12 p.m. Fee: $ /17 3/ /28 5/ /2 6/16 Science & Skills Environmental Science (4 Lessons) Travel by boat to the Back Bay Science Center to explore the habitats of Upper Newport Bay. Study the natural environment. Conduct experiments to see how living things respond to changes in their environment and learn how human activity affects habitats. Ages: Time: 9 a.m. 12 p.m. Fee: $ /17 4/ /2 6/23 Weather (2 Lessons) Find out about weather systems, how to be safe even in extreme weather situations and how to use meteorological instruments. Learn to identify and understand cloud formations. Ages: Time: 1 p.m. 4 p.m. Fee: $ /17 3/ /5 5/ /2 6/9 NEW Spring Photography (3 Lessons) Learn the parts and functions of cameras, practice composing quality pictures and image manipulation, design and produce your own photo journalistic story. Participants should bring a digital camera to class. Ages: Time: 9:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. Fee: $90 Session Dates /31, 4/21 and 4/28 Visit for registration information. 4

6 Summer 5 Class Schedule Choose from the following weeks: (Monday - Friday) Week 1: July 2 July 6 (Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri.)* Week 2: July 9 July 13 Week 3: July 16 July 20 Week 4: July 23 July 27 Week 5: July 30 August 3 Week 6: August 6 August 10 Week 7: August 13 August 17 Week 8: August 20 August 24 (Sailing Only) * Week 1 prices are discounted due to shortened week Once again the morning and afternoon sessions of Junior Aquatics Camp JAC will be available as separate classes. The morning session of JAC will start at 9 a.m. and go until 12 p.m., followed by an afternoon session from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Youth who participate in both sessions will have completed the requirements for five Webelos pins: Aquanaut, Citizen, Engineer, Naturalist, and Showman. All youth will receive a certificate stating which requirements they have fulfilled. Summer Registration Opens on February 15 To have the most flexibility in planning your summer activities, please sign up early. Many of our classes do fill-up completely! If you have any questions, we welcome the opportunity to speak with you. Please call or visit our office for assistance. In addition, we no longer charge a fee for transferring your child to another class or another week, when space allows. Program Information Registration Options ONLINE REGISTRATION via Download the application and waiver Submit with payment to the Newport Sea Base in person, By fax ( ) By U.S. Mail. Registration cut-off is 3 p.m. of the Wednesday before start of class. Proper Attire All classes require closed-toe shoes (no sandals or roller shoes). Please note that shoes worn during boating classes will get wet. Sunglasses, sunscreen, hat, and water are strongly encouraged. Life jackets are provided for all aquatics classes and must be worn at all times on the docks and on the boats. Refund Policy Refunds will only be given for cancellations received two weeks prior to the start of class. A $20 (per class) processing fee will be charged for all refunds. Transfer to another scheduled class will be processed without addidtional fees on a space available basis. Electronic Devices No cell phones, I-Pods or electronic games are permitted during classes. Sign up for summer classes by April 30, 2012 and receive a 5% Early Bird Discount. The Newport Sea Base is a non-profit, youth maritime facility, open to the public. Nautical Knots (1 Week) Knots, knots, knots - which ones do you need and how do you make them? Learn and perfect your knots, bends, and hitches. Not every salty sailor knows how to tie a Monkey s Fist, but you might after taking this class. Practical skills developed include line splicing, coiling, stowage, properties of different types of line and appropriate line usage. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 8 a.m. 9 a.m $20 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 9 a.m. 10 a.m $20 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 11 a.m. 12 p.m $20 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 1 p.m. 2 p.m $20 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 3 p.m. 4 p.m $ W. Coast Hwy., Newport Beach, CA Fax

7 BEGINNING SAILING (2 Weeks) Improve your self-confidence, teamwork, judgment and responsibility as you enter then FUN world of sailing. From the first day, you ll be on the water, learning to rig your boat, steer, tack and jibe. Please select your 2-week session and enroll under the appropriate age group. Elementary Sailing 1 (Ages 7-9) Junior Sailing 1 (Ages 10-12) Teen Sailing 1 (Ages 13-17) 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, a.m. 12 p.m. 7-9 $ , 3-4, 5-6, a.m. 12 p.m $ , 3-4, 5-6, a.m. 12 p.m $ , p.m. 4 p.m $225 SAILBOAT RACING (1 Week) Can you sail your boat fast? Who s faster, you or your friend? Challenge yourself to improve your skills as you learn the rules and tactics of sailboat racing, including boat handling, sail trim and observation skills. Elementary Racing (Ages 7-9) 3, 4, 7, 8 1 p.m. 4 p.m. 7-9 $120 Summer INTERMEDIATE SAILING (2 Weeks) Challenge yourself as you refine your boat handling skills in increased wind conditions and work on your communication and sportsmanship skills. Please select your 2-week session and enroll under the appropriate age group. Elementary Sailing 2 (Ages 7-9) Junior Sailing 2 (Ages 10-12) Teen Sailing 2 (Ages 13-17) 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, a.m. 12 p.m. 7 9 $ , 3-4, 5-6, a.m. 12 p.m $ , 5-6, 1 p.m. 4 p.m. 7 9 $ , p.m. 4 p.m $ , p.m. 4 p.m $235 BIG BOAT SAILING (1 Week) Big Boat Sailing is back! Once again, you have the chance to practice those skills you have acquired in previous sailing classes (2 minimum) on a large keelboat. Under the direction of your experienced instructor, you will help sail the boat out of the channel and into the ocean. Sign-up early so you don t miss out as this class has been extremely popular. Be sure to bring a sack lunch to eat underway. SAILBOAT RACING (2 Weeks) Sailing is a brain-game since you use only the wind, your knowledge, and the equipment to make a boat go - and it takes even more brain power to make your boat go fast! In this class, you will increase your skills, practicing both as skipper and as crew. In addition to proper sailing attire, sailing gloves and a countdown timer wristwatch are recommended. Please select your 2-week session and enroll under the appropriate age group. Junior Racing (Ages 10-12) Teen Racing (Ages 13-17) 3-4, p.m. 4 p.m $ , p.m. 4 p.m $245 2, 4, 6, 8 10 a.m. 3:30 p.m $275 Visit for registration information. 6

8 Summer BOATING & AQUATICS Canoeing (1 Week) Learn the fundamentals of canoeing safety, strokes and technique in this fun, active, on-the-water class. Students will canoe to many locations around Newport Harbor as they learn proper canoeing skills. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 9 a.m. 11 a.m $75 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 2 p.m. 4 p.m $75 NEW Kayaking (1 Week) Be among the first to earn the new Kayaking Merit Badge! Have fun paddling to many locations around Newport Harbor while you learn the basics of kayaking handling, including safety, strokes and techniques! 1, 2, 5, 6 9 a.m. 11 a.m $75 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 2 p.m. 4 p.m $75 Motor Boating (1 Week) Learn to drive a motor boat and more! In this class, you will learn about boat maintenance, handling techniques and theories, study the rules of the road, and take the California Department of Boating and Waterways Safety Exam. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 10 a.m. 12 p.m $120 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 1 p.m. 3 p.m $120 Rowing (1 Week) Learn by doing as you acquire the skills needed to row a boat effectively and safely. Skills include paddle stokes, techniques and positioning, as well as boating s rules of the road. 3, 4, 7 10 a.m. 12 p.m $75 NEW Stand Up Paddleboarding (1 Week) Try your hand at the new sport of Stand-Up Paddleboarding! Enjoy the fresh air, chat with your friends and improve your physique! 1, 3, 5, 7 8:30 a.m a.m $75 7 Fishing (1 Week) Experience fishing in the bay and in the open ocean. Learn which equipment to use for various kinds of fish and how to best rig your tackle. The class meets Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, as scheduled below at the Newport Sea Base. Students participating in Thursday s deep sea fishing adventure must arrive at the Newport Sea Base by 11:45 a.m. to ride by pontoon boat to Newport Landing. Students arriving late are responsible for their own transportation to the landing. Student pickup on Thursday is at 5:30 p.m. at Newport Landing on the Balboa Peninsula, just west of the Balboa Ferry. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 12:45 p.m. 4 p.m $150 First Aid (1 Week) SAFETY & SKILLS Have fun learning how and when to perform first aid and CPR, as well as how to keep yourself and others safe. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 8:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m $75 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 12:45 p.m. - 2 p.m $75 Emergency Preparedness (1 Week) Learn safety principles, effective emergency management, and appropriate preparation for yourself and for your home. Apply what you learn in this class so you and your family will be better prepared to overcome the challenges of emergency situations. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 8:30 a.m. 9:45 a.m $75 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 12:45 p.m. 2 p.m $ W. Coast Hwy., Newport Beach, CA Fax

9 CITIZENSHIP Citizenship in the Nation (1 Week) Discover how national decisions affect you, your family, and the community. Learn about the history and functions of the federal government. Find out how to become an active participant in the life of the nation and how to voice your opinion to your representatives. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 10 a.m. 11:45 a.m $75 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 2:15 p.m. 4 p.m $75 Citizenship in the World Compare the duties, rights and obligations of citizens in the United States to those of citizens in other countries. Learn what types of governments exist, how international law differs from national law and why countries must cooperate to thrive economically. Study world events in relation to security, health, values, geography, natural resources and climate. (Recommended for youth age 13 and older.) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 10 a.m. 11:45 a.m $75 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 2:15 p.m. 4 p.m $75 Public Speaking (1 Week) Develop presentation skills by giving personal introductions and talks on selected topics. Prepare and practice an outlined speech, and make use of visual aids. Learn to lead discussions and meetings using parliamentary procedures and accepted rules of order. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 8:30 a.m. 9:45 a.m $55 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 12:45 p.m. 2 p.m $55 SCIENCE & SKILLS Environmental Science (1 Week) Visit for registration information. Summer Travel by boat to the Back Bay Science Center to explore the habitats of Upper Newport Bay. Study the natural environment. Conduct experiments to see how living things respond to changes in their environment and learn how human activity affects habitats. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 10 a.m. 12 p.m $120 Oceanography (1 Week) Study the oceanic environment and the creatures that dwell within. Dissect a shark. Participate in a plankton tow to study the food chain in Southern California s Newport Harbor and visit Upper Newport Bay Ecological Reserve. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 2 p.m. 4 p.m $120 Electricity (1 Week) Develop your understanding of electrical concepts, safety, and terminology through hands-on projects including: building an electric motor, and experiments with batteries, switches, electromagnets, buzzers and bells. Homework includes making a home wiring diagram and an energy conservation plan. Week Time Age Fee 2,4, 6 10 a.m. 11:45 a.m $75 Radio (1 Week) Learn the many ways radio is used in our lives, how it works and what kinds of careers are available. Explore amateur, broadcast and shortwave radio stations. 1, 3, 5, 7 10 a.m. 11:45 a.m $75 Weather (1 Week) Find out about weather systems, how to be safe even in extreme weather situations and how to use meteorological instruments. Learn to identify and understand cloud formations. Week Time Age Fee 1, 3, 5, 7 2:15 p.m. 4 p.m $75 Drafting (1 Week) Whether you want to build a tree house, electric go cart or a new mousetrap, drafting your plans on paper or using Computer-Aided-Design (CAD) tools is sure to help. This class introduces you to engineering graphics skills, schematics, design tools, and professional opportunities. Week Time Age Fee 2,4, 6 2:15 p.m. 4 p.m $75 8

10 Summer Summer day CAMPS Junior Aquatics Camp (1 Week) Ahoy mates! All girls and boys, ages 8-10, are invited to experience a week of fun, excitement and learning new skills. Join the Junior Aquatics Camp fun and you will soon find yourself paddling boats, hunting for treasure and spying for marine mammals on a deep sea whale watch. NEW for 2012 are weekly themes to add fun and excitement to your adventure! To enjoy the whole experience, sign up for both the morning and afternoon sessions. But if you can t, that s OK too. You will still have a boatful of fun. Participants will receive a certificate documenting their accomplishments and which of up to five Webelos pins they have earned. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 9 a.m. 12 p.m $120 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 1 p.m. 4 p.m $120 Squids (1 Week) Attention 1st and 2nd graders! The Newport Sea Base has a special camp just for you! During your week at camp, you will learn about boats, practice tying knots, find sea creatures and travel by electric boat to many places in Newport Harbor. Fulfills some Tiger Cub and Wolf requirements and electives. REFERENCE MAP 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 9 a.m. 12 p.m. 6 7 $100 9 Future Events Coastal Clean-Up Day This Coastal Clean-Up effort is held annually on the third Saturday of September. In 2011, Orange County Scouts and Sea Scouts joined over 1,200 volunteers and removed 18,000 pounds of trash and recyclables from the Upper Newport Bay. Contact the Newport Bay Conservancy: Day/Date Saturday 9/15 Christmas Boat Parade 2012 The Newport Sea Base invites you to join us on our lawn for an incredible view of the 104th Annual Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade. We provide the chairs, and the Sea Scouts sell food and beverages. Bring your friends and family, and snuggle under a blanket, as the acclaimed parade illuminates the harbor. Tickets go on sale on September 17. Call early to order your tickets. Event Dates: Wednesday 12/12 Sunday 12/ W. Coast Hwy., Newport Beach, CA Fax

11 Scout Information Merit Badge Courses The symbol above indicates that a Merit Badge is available. Participants should bring a Merit Badge book to each class. Scouts should also bring their blue cards to the first day of class. The Newport Sea Base does not provide or sell blue cards. Merit Badge classes also open to all youth ages First Aid Prerequisites First Aid Merit Badge is a prerequisite for the Emergency Preparedness Merit Badge. Other Merit Badges require that Scouts demonstrate their ability to perform various first aid procedures. Those requirements are prerequisites for completion of the badges at Newport Sea Base. A copy of a signed First Aid Merit Badge blue card serves as proof of both kinds of prerequisites. Classes with a first aid prerequisite are denoted by the symbol above. Eagle Scout Required Merit Badge Eagle Scout required Merit Badge classes are indicated by the symbol above. PARTNERS and supporters In recognition of their support for our programs, the Newport Sea Base thanks: Amuseum Audubon Society Back Bay Science Center Balboa Pavilion Balboa Power Squadron California Depart. of Boating & Waterways California Depart. of Fish & Game Chapman Univ. Rowing & Sailing Teams Corona del Mar High School Sailing Team Duffy Electric Boat Company El Viento Newport Aquatics Center Newport Bay Conservancy Newport Harbor Nautical Museum Newport Landing Sportfishing Newport Sunrise Rotary Oasis Senior Center OC Parks Orange County Board of Supervisors Orange County Sheriff Harbor Patrol Peter and Mary Muth Interpretive Center South Shore Yacht Club The Log and Sea Magazine U.S.C.G. Auxiliary United States Coast Guard West Marine Sea Scouts Sea Scouting is designed for young men and women, who have graduated 8th grade through 20 years old. This life-changing opportunity will allow you to: Sail the California coastline and farther. Make friends in your ship that will last a lifetime. Build your leadership abilities and resume. Become a steward of the ocean through community service Compete in skills competitions, sailing races, and other fun activities. Newport Sea Base is home to three Sea Scout Ships: the coeducational Tritons and Renegades, and the all-male Del Mar. All three ships meet on Wednesday evenings at Newport Sea Base at 7 p.m. Come, visit a meeting and see what it s all about! Ship 711 Del Mar Skipper: Mike Stewart Phone: Ship 90 Renegades Skipper: Bill Moseley Phone: Ship 1767 Triton Skipper: Phil McNamee Phone: Boat Donations Your boat can help Newport Sea Base bring smiles to kids as they experience the wonders of the waterfront! Whether you have a luxury yacht, a Duffy Boat, a Boston Whaler or anything in between, donating your boat to the Newport Sea Base can be a win-win situation for all. Please call the office today at for more information. Donations Newport Sea Base welcomes donations from its supporters. Donations greatly enhance the ability of Newport Sea Base to offer quality programming to youth and enable it to offer scholarships to deserving youth. Please contact the Director, Shana Aguirre at ext. 333 for further information or to make a donation. Volunteer Opportunities Newport Sea Base offers a variety of volunteer opportunities for adults who wish to give back to the community. Possibilities range from licensed pontoon boat driver to Merit Badge counselor to boat maintenance to carpenter to marketing assistance to office help - and many others. Please contact the office at if you would like to join our team. Visit for registration information. Summer 10

12 ORANGE COUNTY COUNCIL, BSA 1211 East Dyer Road Santa Ana, CA Spring & Summer Activities For girls & boys Ages 6-17 Open To The Public