SSS #190 Announces 2020 Quartermaster Abby

The Tacoma Sea Scout Base welcomed the newest Quartermaster to its ranks

Abby Wainwright

Quartermaster

Starting out as a young girl, Abby has been an active Sea Scout aboard Odyssey for over 7 years! She advanced through multiple rankings that intensify with each advancement and served in leadership roles during the annual seven week long cruise in the San Juan Islands.

During her Board of Review, Abby explained with excitement her growth and all of the leadership and communication skills she developed starting at 14-years old. She reflected on the impact of the Sea scout program, noting the growth she witnesses in newer Scouts as they continue with the program.

Abby at the oars: she smiles as she rows departing passengers ashore. Just one of her many duties as leader during the annual Long Cruise in Friday Harbor.

Each quartermaster candidate presents the culmination of their achievements, their service project and demonstrates their leadership developed during a Board of Review.

Board of review participants L-R: Debbie Moore, National Service Officer | AmVets - Monique Valenzuela, Executive Director | Youth Marine Foundation - Shelly Schlumpf, Founder & CEO | Main Street Elements - Ann Fish, VP Deposit Manager | Heritage Bank

This interview by community leaders is intense and scrutinizes the achievements of the Sea Scout.

Abby's Board of Review included female executives from around the South Sound region. As they considered Abby’s growth as a Sea Scout, they also commented on her growth as a community leader. They were honored to participate and gave her high recommendations for her award.

“Join us in congratulating Abby for earning this distinguished and highest Sea Scout rank achievable, the Quartermaster Award. “

Bud Bronson, Pacific Harbors Sea Scout Commodore