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Welcome to the troop 48 website!
 
Troop 48 is located in Glenside, PA 19038, and is a
member in the Washington District of the Cradle of Liberty Council.

About Sea Base

The Florida National High Adventure Sea Base operates nine different adventures out of three different locations: two in the Florida Keys, and one in Marsh Harbour, Bahamas. The adventures Coral Reef Sailing, Sea Exploring Adventure, Scuba Adventure, Scuba Certification, and Live Aboard Scuba Adventure operate in the Florida Keys at Mile Marker 73.8 at Sea Base on Lower Matecumbe Key located 75 miles south of Miami (Lower Matecumbe Key - MAP). Out Island Adventure and Keys Adventure programs operate in the Florida Keys on Summerland Key at Mile Marker 23.8 at the Brinton Environmental Center located 125 miles south of Miami (Summerland Key - MAP). (Key West, the southernmost point in the Keys, Florida and the continental United States, is located at Mile Marker zero.) Bahamas Adventure and Bahamas Tall Ship Adventures operate out of the Bahamas Sea Base in Marsh Harbour, Abaco, Bahamas, located about 100 miles east of Fort Lauderdale. (For mailing and physical address, visit the contact page.)

Scouting's most complete aquatic facility offers a complete variety of water activities from SCUBA diving to sailing "Tall Ships". All of our participants have the opportunity to swim, snorkel, and fish among the most beautiful coral reefs in the northern hemisphere.

The Facility:
 
The Florida National High Adventure Sea Base operates nine different adventures out of three different locations: two in the Florida Keys, and one in Marsh Harbour, Bahamas. The adventures Coral Reef Sailing, Sea Exploring Adventure, Scuba Adventure, Scuba Certification, and Live Aboard Scuba Adventure operate in the Florida Keys at Mile Marker 73.8 at Sea Base on Lower Matecumbe Key located 75 miles south of Miami (Lower Matecumbe Key - MAP). Out Island Adventure and Keys Adventure programs operate in the Florida Keys on Summerland Key at Mile Marker 23.8 at the Brinton Environmental Center located 125 miles south of Miami (Summerland Key - MAP). (Key West, the southernmost point in the Keys, Florida and the continental United States, is located at Mile Marker zero.) Bahamas Adventure and Bahamas Tall Ship Adventures operate out of the Bahamas Sea Base in Marsh Harbour, Abaco, Bahamas, located about 100 miles east of Fort Lauderdale. (For mailing and physical address, visit the contact page.)

Scouting's most complete aquatic facility offers a complete variety of water activities from SCUBA diving to sailing "Tall Ships". All of our participants have the opportunity to swim, snorkel, and fish among the most beautiful coral reefs in the northern hemisphere.

Being physically fit
 
Every participant in the Florida Sea Base High Adventure program needs to be physically fit for the strenuous demands that will be placed on their body. You will be in the water a great deal, so go swimming often with your crew at your local pool. Do some light exercises to increase your stamina. You will be frequently lifting your body in and out of the water onto boats and docks. Get in shape! Stay in shape! People weighing over 300 pounds are not eligible to participate in Sea Base Adventures.

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What to bring
 
  • 1 Set Class A or B uniforms
  • Several T-shirts
  • Lightweight rain gear
  • Sunglasses with strap (Polarized are best)
  • 1 pair tennis shoes (non marking soles)
  • 16 oz of Non-Oily sunscreen (SPF 30+)
  • 1-2 pairs of shorts
  • Pants, long-sleeve shirt & light jacket (December & Spring only)
  • Toiletry kit
  • Wide brimmed hat
  • 2 ñ 3 pair of Socks
  • Large-mouth water bottle with plastic clip, (If you like coffee, a mug in addition is good)
  • One sheet and warm blanket or a sleeping bag
  • Sleeping pad ñ Backpacking type
  • Swim trunks (boys) One piece suit (girls)
  • 2 towels and a small pillow
  • Bug spray
  • Prescription Medication
  • Proof of age/photo ID
  • Copy of Medical Insurance information
  • Optional Items

  • 1 Set Class A or B uniforms
  • Several T-shirts
  • Lightweight rain gear
  • Sunglasses with strap (Polarized are best)
  • 1 pair tennis shoes (non marking soles)
  • 16 oz of Non-Oily sunscreen (SPF 30+)
  • 1-2 pairs of shorts
  • Pants, long-sleeve shirt & light jacket (December & Spring only)
  • Toiletry kit
  • Wide brimmed hat
  • 2 ñ 3 pair of Socks
  • Large-mouth water bottle with plastic clip, (If you like coffee, a mug in addition is good)
  • One sheet and warm blanket or a sleeping bag
  • Sleeping pad ñ Backpacking type
  • Swim trunks (boys) One piece suit (girls)
  • 2 towels and a small pillow
  • Bug spray
  • Prescription Medication
  • Proof of age/photo ID
  • Copy of Medical Insurance information
  • Do not bring

  • Walkman/MP3 player
  • Fireworks
  • Skateboards