Islander Sea Scouts
Adventure for ages 14 to 20 | Marina del Rey, California
Islander has done it again! For the third year in a row, Ship 16 claimed victory at the Long Beach Invitational Regatta on Saturday, 01 March 2025. This year’s fun-filled event took an exciting, and hilarious, turn when the crew took an unplanned swim in the harbor during the kayak event. Trent’s mom came to the rescue by getting stylish plaid pajama pants, which the guys wore to finish the day and proudly pose with their 1st Place Award. A huge thank you to the Long Beach Sea Base for hosting such a fantastic regatta—we can’t wait for next year!
What do Alumni say about Islander?
"Joining SSS Islander gave me the opportunity to develop as both a mariner and a leader alongside like-minded young adults. I discovered my love of boating and seamanship through sea scouts, and I developed friendships that will last a lifetime. Honestly, most of my favorite memories of my teenage years came from being a member of the Islander. I even turned the leadership and maritime experience I gained in sea scouts into a career in the US Navy after commissioning through NROTC in college. Joining Islander was definitively one of the best decisions I’ve ever made."
“When I joined Islander at 16, I honestly did not have much of a direction in life. I’m forever grateful for the mentorship and lifelong friendships I’ve made during the time I spent as part of the crew, and I will continue to offer my guidance for youth looking to be a part of the ship."
"Joining SSS Islander gave me the opportunity to develop as both a mariner and a leader alongside like-minded young adults. I discovered my love of boating and seamanship through sea scouts, and I developed friendships that will last a lifetime. Honestly, most of my favorite memories of my teenage years came from being a member of the Islander. I even turned the leadership and maritime experience I gained in sea scouts into a career in the US Navy after commissioning through NROTC in college. Joining Islander was definitively one of the best decisions I’ve ever made."
