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{{ wiki:Regatta_001.jpg?255|Sea Scouts test their nautical skills at Regattas and Rendezvous}}
======Regattas and Rendezvous======
Every year, [[sea_scouts|Sea Scouts]] gather for friendly competition at "Regattas" or "Rendezvous". These weekend events are organized locally (usually at the council or area levels) and generally draw anywhere from several dozen to several hundred Sea Scouts from hundreds of miles.

Although seamanship skills competition is the focus of the event, training and social exchange are also important elements. Regattas and Rendezvous are held in a wide variety of locations, from naval installations to Scout camps.

=====Lessons learned=====
  - Coast Guard Auxiliary flotillas have been very helpful at some regattas by providing judges and/or trainers.

=====Resources=====
  * [[http://www.ship145.org/OSRpreregister.htm|Old Salts Regatta 2013 Pre Registration]]
  * [[http://www.oldsaltsregatta.com/|The Old Salts' Regatta]] (Alameda, CA)
  * [[http://www.rendezvous.org/|Southwestern Rendezvous]] (Southwestern USA)
  * {{wiki:video.gif?16|Video available}} [[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jF8f1fmK9LI|Ancient Mariner Regatta]] (SportsNet Central Bay Area)
  * {{wiki:video.gif?16|Video available}} [[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MX_1DqFVqBw|Scuttlebutt - Mariners Ship 936 - Dana Point, CA]]

=====Contributed by=====
Douglas Yeckley, FSO-PS - Flotilla 23-02, 5th District (Southern Region)

=====See also=====
  * [[sea_scouts|Sea Scouts]]
    * [[safety_at_sea_weekend|Safety at Sea Weekend]]