The Sea Scouts of the Kestrel The story of a cruise of adventure & pluck in a small yacht on the English Channel

"The Sea Scouts of the Kestrel" by Percy F. Westerman is an early 20th-century tale centered around a group of Sea Scouts. The narrative primarily highlights Peter Craddock and his fellow "Otters" troop members as they gear up for the Sea Scouts’ Jamboree. They work together with courage and ingenuity to fix up their new yacht, the Kestrel, all while dealing with a local troublemaker named Carlo Bone, nicknamed Blueskin. Early on, the Sea Scouts face challenges in getting the Kestrel ready. During a key scene, Craddock bravely saves a puppy from drowning, and the pup becomes their team mascot. As they race against the clock and deal with Blueskin's animosity, the scouts demonstrate true grit. This beginning sets the stage for a story loaded with bravery, cooperation, and the serious problems they must overcome both on the water and in town.