Sea Base serves thousands of youth each year with disabilities. COASTS are programs designated as the most accessible for Special Needs Scouts. In each program, units are housed in air-conditioned dormitories for the duration of their adventure, eat at the Sea Base main facility where dietary needs can be accommodated, and participate alongside their peers in the level of adventure that best suits their ability.
Programs designated as COASTS are some of the highest rated and most popular programs offered at Sea Base. COASTS provide Special Needs Scouts the opportunity to participate in High Adventure alongside their home unit, family, and friends. Those who know them best. COASTS, like all other Sea Base programs, requires an onsite advocate for Scouts with Special Needs. That is, someone who knows the youth’s medication schedule and mental, physical, and emotional support needs. This can be a parent registered as a BSA Adult Leader or a trusted Scoutmaster or other BSA registered volunteer. Sea Base staff members serving in these programs receive training to support onsite advocates. Programs with COASTS designation are:
Receive 2025 Pricing for Eligible Winter and Spring Dates and Programs and any Eligible Summer Dates and Programs occurring after July 15, 2026. Eligible Programs include:
Fishing, Keys Adventure, Keys Adventure Sailing, Out Island, Scuba Certification, Scuba Adventure, Scuba Advanced Marine Exploration.