Ocean Youth Trust Scotland

Bookings can now be made for accommodation at the OYT Scotland annual training seminar from 13-15 March. Simply click the link below and select your dates from the menu at the top of the screen - this link defaults to Friday 13th – Saturday 15th. We look forward to seeing you there!

"On the third night we were docked on the anchor. It was a starry night and all the young folk went up on deck and we just had this massive conversation and honestly it was the best thing ever. We all sat together talking about the voyage, telling stories and laughing it was amazing. I found the whole experience amazing and I have applied to do volunteering with OYT Scotland." - Clackmannanshire CLD participant who sailed on a Cashback for Communities voyage

Off the back of the fantastic news that OYT Scotland is to benefit from the next round of funding from Cashback for Communities, we've been taking a look back at some of the best moments of voyages supported by this life-changing programme. #youthworkchangeslives #youthworkonthewaves #changinglives #changingdirection #sailtraining

At OYT Scotland, we take to sea people from a range of backgrounds, including young carers. Keira Reilly (15) sailed on a voyage with Helensburgh and Lomond Carers SCIO and here she tells her story...

It was an early start for some members of the OYT Scotland team! We're at the ASTO UK Sail Training Conference 2020 in Southampton. Looking forward to a day of learning and networking. #sailtraining #youthworkchangeslives #youthworkonthewaves

OYT Scotland is thrilled to announce we've received funding from Cashback for Communities, the scheme that reinvests criminal assets into life-changing community projects. As one of 24 organisations to receive funding, we'll be working with young people from across Scotland, helping divert them away from potentially criminal or anti-social behaviour to steer them into positive destinations through youthwork at sea. #youthworkonthewaves #youthworkchangeslives
https://oytscotland.org.uk/…/oyt-scotla nd-to-benefit-from-…/

OYT Scotland is proud to announce its pioneering move to pilot all-female employability voyages at sea, thanks to new funding from the Tampon Tax Community Fund. Find out more here....

Due to some essential office maintenance work, the OYT Scotland staff team is working remotely today! So if you need to contact us, please use email or mobiles - or feel free to ping a PM via facebook and someone will respond asap. Normal service will resume tomorrow! :-)

WE'RE HIRING! OYT Scotland seeks a Youth Development Worker for an exciting new three year project, working with young people most at risk of offending or entering the judicial system. If you're interested in the role, check out the details below. Please share! Www.oytscotland.org.uk/about/vacancies No application will be considered without a CV and covering letter. CLOSING DATE: 1700 on Fri 31 January

Hugely popular OYT Scotland volunteer, Claire Quinn, has taken ill and is currently in hospital. Those who know Claire, know she loves to talk(!!!) and she is craving some company! She has asked us to let you know that she would really love to have some visitors from her old OYT Scotland friends. She is in the Royal Alexandria Hospital in Paisley so drop us a PM for her number if you're able to pop in. She would love to see you.

STOP PRESS!! Keep your eyes peeled this week for information about the OYT Scotland Annual Training Seminar - we'll be putting out details on everything you need to know as regards training courses and how to book your place. #oytscotlandseminar2020 #youthworkonthewaves

ARRAN SPORTIVE - EARLY BIRD ENTRY NOW OPEN! If you're looking for a challenge in 2020, sign up for our fifth annual Arran Sportive on 5th Sept at www.arransportive.co.uk

A phenomenal effort by young triathlete Shaun Wiseman who, at just 15, has in one year completed more than 40 challenges in aid of OYT Scotland. If you want to start 2020 doing something worthwhile, you can still support Shaun at https://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/ShaunWis eman

Merry Christmas from everyone at Ocean Youth Trust Scotland 🎄🎅⛄

We've loved celebrating our 20th anniversary this year & thanks to the generosity of our supporters have raised over £26,000 for our birthday campaign! 🎉🎈
There's still time to make a difference & support young people to broaden their horizons ➡️ bit.ly/OYTSdonate

As we reach the end of 2019 we'd like to say a HUGE thank you to everyone who took on a challenge and raised almost £4,000 to celebrate our 20th anniversary! 🎉
Thanks to Nick Fleming, John Berry, Andrew McAlpine, Josie Walbaum, Lucie Aitkenhead, Ashley Mabon, Shaun Wiseman and Campbell Greer 😊

Our friends at sportscotland Cumbrae: Watersports have spaces on their Instructor Development Scheme for outdoor professionals starting in March 2020.
You need to be quick though! Applications close on Sunday 15th December! ➡️ http://ow.ly/Hz7150xyazj