FORMER CAPE WASH · NOW TERRAPIN
A Working Classroom
Our primary training vessel is the 95-foot former United States Coast Guard cutter Cape Wash, now Terrapin.
Explore the vessel →SHIP ANNOUNCEMENT
CHARACTER · DUTY · ADVENTURE
A Tradition of Seamanship.
A Future of Leadership.
On the waters of San Francisco Bay, Sea Scout Ship Terrapin develops confident young leaders through practical maritime training, responsibility, and service.
SEA SCOUT SHIP TERRAPIN
SEAMANSHIP◆LEADERSHIP◆SERVICE
WELCOME ABOARD
The Sea Is
Our Classroom.
Sea Scouting combines generations of maritime tradition with opportunities to learn by doing. From vessel maintenance to cruising the Bay and Delta, Terrapin’s scouts gain practical skills, lasting friendships, and the confidence to lead.
Learn about Terrapin →EXPLORE TERRAPIN
LEARN · LEAD · SERVE
Experience That Matters
Hands-on seamanship, teamwork, maintenance, and experiences on the water help develop lifelong skills.
See our adventures →A COMMUNITY TRADITION
The Christmas Tree Lot
Learn about our annual Palo Alto fundraiser and how it supports maritime opportunities for young people.
Visit the tree lot →WHAT'S AHEAD
On the Calendar.
Training, activities, and events are kept current through our shared Google Calendar. Contact the crew before attending, as some activities require advance registration.
Full Calendar →THE SHIP'S LOG
Follow Life
Aboard Terrapin.
Follow the crew through photographs of training, time underway, and life aboard Terrapin.
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Terrapin on the Water
The former Coast Guard cutter Cape Wash, now Terrapin, continues serving as the ship's primary training vessel.
EVERY JOURNEY BEGINS SOMEWHEREYour Next Adventure
Your Next Adventure
Starts Here.
No prior maritime experience necessary. Get in touch to learn about joining Terrapin.
Get In Touch ↗