Friends of Texas Sea Scouting

What is FOTSS? 

Running a Sea Scout program requires equipment that is safe and in good repair.  FOTSS was founded, in 2002, by a group of Sea Scout leaders so Texas ships can continue to run a quality program by providing financial assistance for boat maintenance. 

FOTSS also  supports training and regional/national events for Texas Sea Scouts.

FOTSS provides scholarship assistance for Sea Scouts and adult leaders.

Board of Directors

Ronald L. Sunker, President & Treasurer

     rsunker@fotss.org

Dan Wilson, Vice-President

Cassie Johnson, Secretary

David Noser, Boats and Gear

Corporate Information

Articles of Incorporation

IRS 501 (c) (3) determination letter

How FOTSS Supports Texas Sea Scouts

Safety at Sea -   Organized by Bay Area Council and the U.S. Coast Guard, this day exposes Sea Scouts to vessel safety and search and rescue.

Sea Scout Academy - Youth from across Texas, Oklahoma and Louisiana participate in an intensive training weekend that supports Sea Scout advancement.  The event is sponsored by Sam Houston Area Council and guarantees that every youth will get out on the water and that they will have fun.

William I. Koch Cup International Regatta -

FOTSS scholarship funds helped send two Texas crews to the Koch Cup regatta held at the Coast Guard Academy.

Seabadge - Hosted by Sam Houston Area Council, this training brought adult leaders from across Texas, Colorado, and Alabama together for a weekend of study and networking.

Boat maintenance and safety gear - FOTSS will share expenses for bottom jobs, sail repair, engine repair, radios, life jackets, etc.