Troop 3 to travel to the National BSA Florida Sea Base in 2008

Troop 3 Super Trip to Florida National High Adventure Sea Base

Through the Sea Exploring Program we will serve as the crew aboard a 100 ft two-masted schooner, where we will sail, swim, snorkel, and fish among the most beautiful coral reefs in the northern hemisphere. More information can be found here: http://www.bsaseabase.org

Location: The Sea Base is on Lower Matecumbe Key , located 75 miles south of Miami
Dates: Aug 16-24, 2008
Costs: Approx. $1,200 (includes airfare, meals, transportation, lodging and sailing program).

Deposit of $100 will secure your spot (can use funds in your troop account). The ship is limited to 15 scouts and 5 adults.  Monthly payments of $100 from Sept '07 to July '08, offset by any fundraising beginning with the Summer Concerts. Deposit can be mailed to: BSA Troop 3, PO Box 8, Derby, CT 06418
Requirements: MUST be 14 by Sept 1, 2008 (no exceptions can be made to this BSA policy). Must be at least 1st Class Rank. Must attend 1 week at Ed Strang Scout Reservation in 2008. Must pass  the swimmer's test. Must be a scout in good standing with Scoutmaster's approval.

2008 Troop 3  Sea Base Trip Deposit Form

Name:  _______________________        Birthdate: _______________________

__ Attached is my $100 deposit (check made to BSA Troop 3 Derby)
__ Deduct $100  from my Troop account as my Sea Base Deposit

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[Victor]

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