Drill: Monday, 22 May 2023
Time: 1900
Uniform: NWU Type III
Time: 1900
Uniform: NWU Type III
- We will prepare for our upcoming parades.
- If you did not have your Dress White uniform inspected last week, bring it in on a hanger for inspection along with your shoes. Our Uniform webpage has some useful information to include a Link to the uniform manual.
- Parents, please stop by early for pick up to consolidate any summer training programs. All cadets should be working with their parents to sign up for training.
- Thank you to the cadets for their superb job at the Halloween Yacht Club Commissioning.
- Check the latest news and information on Quarterdeck. All parents and cadets should be receiving these by email and always available on Quarterdeck's "News and Info" tile and the most recent posted on our POD webpage.
- 24 May 1962 - Aurora 7 (Mercury 7) is launched and piloted by Lt. Cmdr. Malcolm Scott Carpenter. Aurora 7 completes three orbits in 4 hours, 56 minutes at an altitude up to 166.8 statute miles at 17,549 mph.
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Drill: Monday, 15 May 2023
Time: 1900
Uniform: Dress White Uniform
Time: 1900
Uniform: Dress White Uniform
- Dress White uniform inspection. Wear your dress uniform if you have one. If not dress in NUW and a dress uniform will be issued. For League Cadets that do not have a white shirt, were your dress blue shirt and a white one will be issued. Our Uniform webpage has some useful information to include a Link to the uniform manual.
- Parents, please stop by early for pick up to consolidate any summer training programs. All cadets should be working with their parents to sign up for training.
- Thank you to all the cadets who helped this weekend for flag planting. See our Memorial Day webpage for pictures.
- Thank you to the DEALEY Division Color Guard for their superb job at the SYC Commissioning. See our Memorial Day webpage for pictures.
- Check the latest news and information on Quarterdeck. All parents and cadets should be receiving these by email and always available on Quarterdeck's "News and Info" tile and the most recent posted on our POD webpage.
Drill: Monday, 8 May 2023
Time: 1900
Uniform: NWU Type III.
We will drill Monday, 8 May 2023.
Time: 1900
Uniform: NWU Type III.
We will drill Monday, 8 May 2023.
- Emphasis will be on planning for May events and shoring up summer training plans.
- Bring in any Dress White uniform items that need replacing. We will have a Dress White uniform inspection next week.
- This weekend we have flag planting and SYC Commissioning and need commitments for attendance.
- Lay out your dress whites and make sure they fit. We will use them extensively in May. If you need to change out any shirt or trousers, bring them drill, so TRY on your WHITES.
- Check the latest news and information on Quarterdeck.
- 8 May 1945 - The unconditional surrender of Germany was ratified by Allies in Berlin. This event is remembered as V-E Day!
NO DRILL Tonight
Drill: Monday, 1 May 2023
Time: NO Drill
Uniform: NO Drill.
We will not drill Monday, 1 May 2023. Take the well deserved time off.
3 May 1975 - USS Nimitz (CVN 68) is commissioned at Naval Station Norfolk, Va. Only America can make a machine like this, notes President Gerald R. Ford about the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier. There is nothing like her in the world.
Drill: Monday, 1 May 2023
Time: NO Drill
Uniform: NO Drill.
We will not drill Monday, 1 May 2023. Take the well deserved time off.
- Congratulations on a successful Flagship competition. There were many 1st place finishes as a team and individually.
- Special congratulations to the League Cadets as Training Ship MACINTYRE placed first overall as a team.
- Please take this week, maybe even tonight, to clean out your seabag and garment bag. We will not need our Dress Blue uniform until the fall. Put them away neatly. We are officially shifting uniforms to Dress White. Wash your NWUs and fleeces, and from now on we will wear NWUs with sleeves rolled up (unless it's unseasonably cold). Make sure you have everything you took with you especially fleeces and parkas.
- Your boots are undoubtedly dirty; clean and shine them as well.
- Lay out your dress whites and make sure they fit. We will use themcextensively in May. If you need to change out any shirt or trousers we will do that next week, so TRY on your WHITES.
- The Flagship webpage will be updated with results and pictures, so please check often for changes. Once all pictures are organized, a link will be sent out to everyone.
- Check the latest news and information here and Aviation Training highlights here.
3 May 1975 - USS Nimitz (CVN 68) is commissioned at Naval Station Norfolk, Va. Only America can make a machine like this, notes President Gerald R. Ford about the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier. There is nothing like her in the world.
Drill: Friday, 28 April 2023
Time: 1400 Muster
Uniform: NUW Type III.
We will muster Friday, 28 April to depart for Flagship Competition.
This week in Naval History
Time: 1400 Muster
Uniform: NUW Type III.
We will muster Friday, 28 April to depart for Flagship Competition.
- Detailed information is found at our Flagship webpage. Please read thoroughly. Gates will open approximately 1300.
- Please arrive promptly at 1400 to DEALEY Division for our departure to Joint Base Cape Cod, MA for Flagship Competition.
- Arrive in NWU Type III uniform. Don't forget to pack your Dress Blue Uniform, preferably in your garment bag. Make sure you have all your components for your dress uniform, to include cover, neckerchief/lanyard, name tag, white undershirt and shoes.
- Polish and shine your dress shoes and give a little attention to your boots as well. They should be clean and some polished applied (they do not have to shine like your dress shoes)
- The weather is below and you can consult the weather.gov forecast here. It will be rainy and chilly so bring all items discussed at drill and suggest bringing watch cap and mock turtle neck. Reference the seabag list here one last time.
- If you have any last minute questions please contact your chain of command.
- PARENTS, please check in with a staff member before you leave to make sure we don't have any undocumented paperwork to finish and if your cadet is taking medication, we need to check it before you leave. All medication should be in a ziplock bag with cadets name.
- Friday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 45. Southeast wind around 6 mph.
- Saturday: Showers likely, mainly after 4pm. Cloudy, with a high near 56. East wind 9 to 16 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New precipitation amounts of less than a tenth of an inch possible.
- Saturday Night: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm. Some of the storms could produce heavy rain. Low around 47. Breezy, with an east wind 17 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
- Sunday: Showers likely, mainly after 1pm. Cloudy, with a high near 55. Breezy, with a southeast wind 18 to 21 mph, with gusts as high as 31 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
This week in Naval History
- 25 Apr 2009 - Boeings new P8-A Poseidon test jet, a 737-based submarine hunter for the Navy that will replace the P3-C Orion, flies for first flight from Renton, Va., to Boeing Field, Seattle, Wash.
Drill: Monday, 24 April 2023
Time: 1900
Uniform: NUW Type III. PT Uniform if completing PRT
We will drill Monday 24 April.
This week in Naval History
Time: 1900
Uniform: NUW Type III. PT Uniform if completing PRT
We will drill Monday 24 April.
- Our focus tonight will be to make final preparations for Flagship. We will practice during Alpha Drill and go through administrative and logistical information to Friday's departure.
- Parents, please stop by before and after drill to make sure there is no paperwork left to sign before we go to Flagship. If your cadet will bring medication to Flagship, whether prescription or over the counter, please stop by to make sure the paperwork in the service record is up to date. If you have not paid yet, please do so tonight.
- If you still have to complete the PRT please show up in PT uniform ready to go. Bring a towel.
- Please read the recent policy updates at this link. There are some significant changes coming.
- See latest news and info update on Quarterdeck at this link.
- Always check the Plan of the Day and Plan of the Month for last minute information, full details and calendar dates.
This week in Naval History
- 25 Apr 2009 - Boeings new P8-A Poseidon test jet, a 737-based submarine hunter for the Navy that will replace the P3-C Orion, flies for first flight from Renton, Va., to Boeing Field, Seattle, Wash.
Drill: Monday, 17 April 2023
Time: 1900
Uniform: PT Uniform, NUW Type III authorized.
We will drill Monday 17 April.
This week in Naval History
Time: 1900
Uniform: PT Uniform, NUW Type III authorized.
We will drill Monday 17 April.
- We will we will hold our Makeup Physical Readiness Test (PRT). Uniform will be Physical Training (PT) uniform for all cadets regardless if PRT is completed. You may if you wish wear your NWU if you prefer and not making up the PRT. If you do not have the official PT uniform wear "gym clothing" as you would at school with shoes for running. Please bring some type of sweats to keep warm before and after. Also bring a towel to use for planks and push ups and for after the run. Arrive well hydrated. Check out our PRT page for further information.
- The remainder of the drill will be dedicated to Flagship Preparation.
- Please bring in your signed Massachusetts Military Reservation liability waiver forms, signed by your parents tonight. The form can be found on our Flagship page and at this link. Parents please stop in before or after to ensure this form is signed. The cost for going to Flagship is $75 per cadet which can be paid via Venmo. See the XO for alternate ways to pay.
- Summer Training guidance policy is at this link.
- See latest news and info update on Quarterdeck. File linked below. The file includes important information for all to read.
- Always check the Plan of the Day and Plan of the Month for last minute information, full details and calendar dates.
This week in Naval History
- 10 Apr 1963 - During diving tests, USS Thresher (SSN 593) is lost with all hands east of Cape Cod, Mass., including commanding officer and 17 civilian technicians.
Drill: Monday, 10 April 2023
Time: 1900
Uniform: PT Uniform, NUW Type III authorized.
We will drill Monday 10 April. The CO will not be at drill. The XO and LPO are in charge.
This week in Naval History
Time: 1900
Uniform: PT Uniform, NUW Type III authorized.
We will drill Monday 10 April. The CO will not be at drill. The XO and LPO are in charge.
- We will we will hold our Makeup Physical Readiness Test (PRT). Uniform will be Physical Training (PT) uniform for all cadets regardless if PRT is completed. You may if you wish wear your NWU if you prefer and not making up the PRT. If you do not have the official PT uniform wear "gym clothing" as you would at school with shoes for running. Please bring some type of sweats to keep warm before and after. Also bring a towel to use for planks and push ups and for after the run. Arrive well hydrated. Check out our PRT page for further information.
- The remainder of the drill will be dedicated to Flagship Preparation.
- Please bring in your signed Massachusetts Military Reservation liability waiver forms, signed by your parents tonight. The form can be found on our Flagship page and at this link. Parents please stop in before or after to ensure this form is signed. The cost for going to Flagship is $75 per cadet which can be paid via Venmo. See the XO for alternate ways to pay.
- Summer Training guidance policy is at this link.
- See latest news and info update on Quarterdeck. File linked below. The file includes important information for all to read.
- Always check the Plan of the Day and Plan of the Month for last minute information, full details and calendar dates.
This week in Naval History
- 10 Apr 1963 - During diving tests, USS Thresher (SSN 593) is lost with all hands east of Cape Cod, Mass., including commanding officer and 17 civilian technicians.
Drill: Monday, 3 April 2023
Time: 1900
Uniform: PT Uniform
We will drill Monday 3 April. The CO will not be at drill. The XO and LPO are in charge.
This week in Naval History
Time: 1900
Uniform: PT Uniform
We will drill Monday 3 April. The CO will not be at drill. The XO and LPO are in charge.
- We will we will hold our Physical Readiness Test (PRT). Uniform will be Physical Training (PT) uniform. If you do not have the official uniform wear "gym clothing" as you would at school with shoes for running. Please bring some type of sweats to keep warm before and after. Also bring a towel to use for planks and push ups and for after the run. Arrive well hydrated. Check out our PRT page for further information.
- Please bring in your signed Massachusetts Military Reservation liability waiver forms, signed by your parents tonight. The form can be found on our Flagship page and at this link. Parents please stop in before or after to ensure this form is signed. The cost for going to Flagship is $75 per cadet which can be paid via Venmo. See the XO for alternate ways to pay.
- Summer Training guidance policy is at this link.
- See latest news and info update on Quarterdeck. File linked below. The file includes important information for all to read.
- Always check the Plan of the Day and Plan of the Month for last minute information, full details and calendar dates.
This week in Naval History
- 4 Apr 1949 - The North Atlantic Treaty is signed in Washington, D.C., establishing the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. The treaty promotes peace, stability, and well-being in the North Atlantic area with a collective defense effort.
Drill: Monday, 27 March 2023
Time: 1900
Uniform: NWU Type III
We will drill Monday 20 March.
This week in Naval History
Time: 1900
Uniform: NWU Type III
We will drill Monday 20 March.
- We will try and hold a pre-PRT for those who need to complete in order to sign up for summer training. The forecast calls for rain, so it may not happen. But be prepared with PT Uniform and bring a towel. Our official PRT will be 3 April. See our PRT page for further details.
- Flagship preparation.
- Summer Training planning.
- See latest news and info update on Quarterdeck. File linked below. The file includes important information for all to read.
- Always check the Plan of the Day and Plan of the Month for last minute information, full details and calendar dates.
This week in Naval History
- 27 Mar 1794 - President George Washington signs "An act to provide a naval armament" authorizing the construction of six frigates: United States, Constellation, Constitution, Chesapeake, Congress, and President.
- 27 Mar 1880 - The sloop of war Constellation departs New York with food for famine victims in Ireland. To modify the sloop for the mission, her armament and some ballast are removed, and carpenters at the New York Navy Yard build bins on the lowest deck to carry a cargo of more than 2,500 barrels of potatoes and flour.
Drill: Monday, 20 March 2023 Time: 1900
Uniform: NWU Type III
We will drill Monday 20 March.
20 Mar 1914 - The aviation unit from Annapolis, Md., under Lt. John H. Towers, as Officer in Charge, arrived at Pensacola, Fla., to set up a flying school.
Uniform: NWU Type III
We will drill Monday 20 March.
- Flagshippreparation.
- SummerTrainingplanning.
- SeelatestnewsandinfoupdateonQuarterdeck.Filelinkedbelow.
- AlwayscheckthePlanoftheDayandPlanoftheMonthforlast
minute information, full details and calendar dates.
20 Mar 1914 - The aviation unit from Annapolis, Md., under Lt. John H. Towers, as Officer in Charge, arrived at Pensacola, Fla., to set up a flying school.
Drill: Monday, 13 March 2023
Time: 1900 (Muster 1830 at the Stamford Yacht Club)
Uniform: Dress Blue / Winter Dress.
We will drill Monday 13March at the Stamford Yacht Club. We will have our Annual inspection. Uniform is Dress Blue for Sea Cadets and Winter Dress for League Cadets. Make sure you have all you uniform components. Tee shirts need to be white and have a good collar. Shine your shoes and press your uniform one last time. Socks need to be all black. Cover needs to be clean and as white as you can get it. Check the knot on you Neckerchief. If you did not hand in you ID last drill ensure you have it.
Time: 1900 (Muster 1830 at the Stamford Yacht Club)
Uniform: Dress Blue / Winter Dress.
We will drill Monday 13March at the Stamford Yacht Club. We will have our Annual inspection. Uniform is Dress Blue for Sea Cadets and Winter Dress for League Cadets. Make sure you have all you uniform components. Tee shirts need to be white and have a good collar. Shine your shoes and press your uniform one last time. Socks need to be all black. Cover needs to be clean and as white as you can get it. Check the knot on you Neckerchief. If you did not hand in you ID last drill ensure you have it.
- PARENTS, you are invited to stay for the inspection. We will have a Q&A period after and start discussing future events to include Flagship 28-30 April and Summer Training.
- Stamford Yacht Club is located at 97 Ocean Drive W, Stamford CT 06902. You may park next to the club house in non-reserved spaces.
- See latest news and info update on Quarterdeck. File linked below.
- Always check the Plan of the Day and Plan of the Month for last minute information, full details and calendar dates.
- 13 Mar 1993 - USS Montpelier (SSN 765) is commissioned at Naval Station Norfolk. The boat is the 15th in the Los Angeles-Improved class of attack submarines.
Drill: Monday, 6 March 2023
Time: 1900
Uniform: Dress Blue / Winter Dress.
We will drill Monday 6 March. We will prepare for our Annual inspection and hold our final Dress Blue Uniform inspection. Ensure your uniform is inspection ready. Check everything before departing for drill.
Time: 1900
Uniform: Dress Blue / Winter Dress.
We will drill Monday 6 March. We will prepare for our Annual inspection and hold our final Dress Blue Uniform inspection. Ensure your uniform is inspection ready. Check everything before departing for drill.
- PARENTS, please stop by at the beginning of drill or end of drill to check for any paperwork needed for our annual inspection.
- See latest news and info update on Quarterdeck. File linked below.
- Always check the Plan of the Day and Plan of the Month for last minute information, full details and calendar dates.
- 7 Mar 1994 - The Navy issues the first orders for women to be assigned on board a combatant ship, USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN-69).
Drill: Monday, 27 February 2023
Time: 1900
Uniform: Navy Working Uniform Type III
We will drill Monday 27 February. We will prepare for our Annual inspection.
Time: 1900
Uniform: Navy Working Uniform Type III
We will drill Monday 27 February. We will prepare for our Annual inspection.
- PARENTS, please stop by at the beginning of drill or end of drill to check for any paperwork needed for our annual inspection.
- See latest news and info update on Quarterdeck. File linked below.
- Always check the Plan of the Day and Plan of the Month for last minute information, full details and calendar dates.
- American Heart Association Online Course: through 01 MAR 2023. Free American Heart Association Heartsaver online course to cadets on First Aid CPR AED. We have about free 150 course links available to cadets only on a first-come, first-served basis. The course must be completed online by Wednesday 01 MAR 2023. To request access to the course, complete this brief form. https://forms.gle/czKyhu9cMxRH3bmL8
- International Exchange Program (IEP): The International Exchange Program (IEP) is returning for Summer 2023! The window for applications to the IEP for both Sea Cadets and adult volunteers will open on Monday, 6 March 2023. More information is forthcoming; but if you’re interested in going on an exchange out of the country, apply for or renew your passport now as passports are required for your application. For more information on the IEP and its eligibility requirements, please read the IEP FAQs document available at seacadets.org/iep.
- The USNA Office of Admissions began accepting applications on 04 JAN 2023 for their competitive Summer STEM camps. This program is designed for rising 9th - 11th graders to reinforce a range of STEM topics, including robotics, computer programming, aerodynamics, and meteorology. Qualifying Sea Cadets, especially if they are interested in attending the USNA, are encouraged to apply.
- Service Academy Summer Training Opportunities: There are several training opportunities available this summer at military academies. Linked below is a chart with the application dates, fees, etc. (Please confirm these details directly with each academy, as these may change). Instructions for registering for these camps as a Sea Cadet are posted on the Quarterdeck (seacadets.org) under News and Info.
- Archived PODs are below for reference.
- 2 Mar 1973 - Women begin pilot training to U.S. Navy.
NO Drill: Monday, 20 February 2023
Time: No Drill
Uniform: No Drill
Time: No Drill
Uniform: No Drill
- We will NOT drill Monday 20 February in observance of President’s Day. Plan to drill the following Monday.
- 20 Feb 1962 - Lt. Colonel John Glenn, USMC, becomes the first American to orbit the Earth. Recovery is by USS Noa (DD-841).
Drill: Monday, 13 February 2023
Time: 1900
Uniform: Dress Blue Uniform.
Time: 1900
Uniform: Dress Blue Uniform.
- We will drill Monday 13 February. We will conduct a Dress Blue uniform inspection in preparation for our Annual inspection.
- PARENTS, please stop by at the beginning of drill or end of drill to check for any paperwork needed for our annual inspection.
- See latest news and info update on Quarterdeck. File linked below.
- Always check the Plan of the Day and Plan of the Month for last minute information, full details and calendar dates.
- American Heart Association Online Course: through 01 MAR 2023. Free American Heart Association Heartsaver online course to cadets on First Aid CPR AED. We have about free 150 course links available to cadets only on a first-come, first-served basis. The course must be completed online by Wednesday 01 MAR 2023. To request access to the course, complete this brief form. https://forms.gle/czKyhu9cMxRH3bmL8
- International Exchange Program (IEP): The International Exchange Program (IEP) is returning for Summer 2023! The window for applications to the IEP for both Sea Cadets and adult volunteers will open on Monday, 6 March 2023. More information is forthcoming; but if you’re interested in going on an exchange out of the country, apply for or renew your passport now as passports are required for your application. For more information on the IEP and its eligibility requirements, please read the IEP FAQs document available at seacadets.org/iep.
- U.S. Naval Academy Webinar: Save the Date: Thursday evening, 23 FEB 2023, 8:00 – 9:00 PM EST, cadets and parents are invited to join a virtual U.S. Naval Academy admissions webinar. Click here for the webinar.
- The USNA Office of Admissions began accepting applications on 04 JAN 2023 for their competitive Summer STEM camps. This program is designed for rising 9th - 11th graders to reinforce a range of STEM topics, including robotics, computer programming, aerodynamics, and meteorology. Qualifying Sea Cadets, especially if they are interested in attending the USNA, are encouraged to apply.
- Service Academy Summer Training Opportunities: There are several training opportunities available this summer at military academies. Linked below is a chart with the application dates, fees, etc. (Please confirm these details directly with each academy, as these may change). Instructions for registering for these camps as a Sea Cadet are posted on the Quarterdeck (seacadets.org) under News and Info.
- Archived PODs are below for reference.
- 14 Feb 1945 - Water Tender Second Class Elmer C. Bigelow heroically fights a blaze after USS Fletcher (DD 445) is hit by enemy shelling. Bigelow dies the next day from his injuries. He is posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for his "conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity.” USS Bigelow (DD 942) is named in his honor in 1957.
Drill: Monday, 6 February 2023
Time: 1900
Uniform: Navy Working Uniform (NWU) Type III.
Time: 1900
Uniform: Navy Working Uniform (NWU) Type III.
- We will drill Monday 6 February. Uniform is NWU Type III. Be prepared to drill outdoors.
- Flagship Preparation.
- Annual Inspection set for Monday 13 March.
- American Heart Association Online Course: through 01 MAR 2023. Free American Heart Association Heartsaver online course to cadets on First Aid CPR AED. We have about free 150 course links available to cadets only on a first-come, first-served basis. The course must be completed online by Wednesday 01 MAR 2023. To request access to the course, complete this brief form. https://forms.gle/czKyhu9cMxRH3bmL8
- Always check the Plan of the Day and Plan of the Month for last minute information, full details and calendar dates.
- U.S. Naval Academy Webinar: Save the Date: Thursday evening, 23 FEB 2023, 8:00 – 9:00 PM EST, cadets and parents are invited to join a virtual U.S. Naval Academy admissions webinar. Registration details will be shared soon.
- U.S. Coast Guard Academy Virtual Admission Brief & AIM Overview: Saturday morning, 28 JAN 2023, 9:00 – 10:30 AM EST. Register here. Friday evening, 08 FEB 2023, 7:00 PM EST. Register here. TheCoast Guard Academy's (CGA) Admissions briefing program is your first introduction to the CGA. The program begins with a briefing given by an admissions officer about the Academy, the Coast Guard, and the admissions process, and concludes with a cadet-led “Cadet Life” panel and a link to their virtual campus tour. There will also be an overview of the Academy Introduction Mission (AIM), the CGA’s summer immersive program.
- The USNA Office of Admissions began accepting applications on 04 JAN 2023 for their competitive Summer STEM camps. This program is designed for rising 9th - 11th graders to reinforce a range of STEM topics, including robotics, computer programming, aerodynamics, and meteorology. Qualifying Sea Cadets, especially if they are interested in attending the USNA, are encouraged to apply.
- Service Academy Summer Training Opportunities: There are several training opportunities available this summer at military academies. Linked below is a chart with the application dates, fees, etc. (Please confirm these details directly with each academy, as these may change). Instructions for registering for these camps as a Sea Cadet are posted on the Quarterdeck (seacadets.org) under News and Info.
- See latest news and info update on Quarterdeck. File linked below.
- Archived PODs are below for reference.
- 7 Feb 1984 - Naval Aviator/Astronaut Bruce McCandless II makes the first untethered spacewalk as he flies some 300 feet from the Space Shuttle Challenger in the first test of the Manned Maneuvering Unit (MMU).
Drill: Monday, 30 January 2023
Time: 1900
Uniform: Navy Working Uniform (NWU) Type III.
Time: 1900
Uniform: Navy Working Uniform (NWU) Type III.
- We will drill Monday 30 January. Uniform is NWU Type III. We will continue Standards of Conduct Training to include USNSCC Core Values, the Cadet Code of Conduct, Alcohol and Drug Awareness, Sexual Harassment, Bullying, Hazing, Discrimination/Equal Opportunity, Fraternization, and Mental Health Awareness.
- We will continue to "field day" the spaces and conduct any necessary admin.
- If you attended winter training and did not bring in your service jacket or certificates, please bring them in.
- Always check the Plan of the Day and Plan of the Month for last minute information, full details and calendar dates.
- U.S. Naval Academy Webinar: Save the Date: Thursday evening, 23 FEB 2023, 8:00 – 9:00 PM EST, cadets and parents are invited to join a virtual U.S. Naval Academy admissions webinar. Registration details will be shared soon.
- U.S. Coast Guard Academy Virtual Admission Brief & AIM Overview: Saturday morning, 28 JAN 2023, 9:00 – 10:30 AM EST. Register here. Friday evening, 08 FEB 2023, 7:00 PM EST. Register here. TheCoast Guard Academy's (CGA) Admissions briefing program is your first introduction to the CGA. The program begins with a briefing given by an admissions officer about the Academy, the Coast Guard, and the admissions process, and concludes with a cadet-led “Cadet Life” panel and a link to their virtual campus tour. There will also be an overview of the Academy Introduction Mission (AIM), the CGA’s summer immersive program.
- Spring Sail Training Opportunity: Dates: 12 MAR 2023 from Mobile, AL, Return 18 MAR 2023 to Pensacola, FL. Training Code: OB-AL-2301, Minimum Rank: SA/AA, Minimum Age: 13 by 12 MAR 2023. There are a limited number of spots available for cadets to participate in an exciting tall ship sail training this spring aboard the 131-foot schooner Harvey Gamage! During a week at sea, cadets will learn seamanship and coastal navigation from a USCG-licensed captain and her 6 crew members during a Gulf Coast cruise from Mobile, AL to Pensacola, FL. Note that Sailing Ships Maine, the operator of the vessel, requires all Sea Cadet personnel to have proof of COVID vaccination to sail.
- The USNA Office of Admissions began accepting applications on 04 JAN 2023 for their competitive Summer STEM camps. This program is designed for rising 9th - 11th graders to reinforce a range of STEM topics, including robotics, computer programming, aerodynamics, and meteorology. Qualifying Sea Cadets, especially if they are interested in attending the USNA, are encouraged to apply.
- Service Academy Summer Training Opportunities: There are several training opportunities available this summer at military academies. Linked below is a chart with the application dates, fees, etc. (Please confirm these details directly with each academy, as these may change). Instructions for registering for these camps as a Sea Cadet are posted on the Quarterdeck (seacadets.org) under News and Info.
- See latest news and info update on Quarterdeck. File linked below.
- Archived PODs are below for reference.
- 30 Jan 1862 - The first U.S. Navy ironclad warship, USS Monitor, is launched. Commissioned a month later, she soon engages in battle against CSS Virginia, the first battle between ironclad warships.
Drill: Monday, 23 January 2023
Time: 1900
Uniform: Navy Working Uniform (NWU) Type III.
Time: 1900
Uniform: Navy Working Uniform (NWU) Type III.
- We will drill Monday 23 January. Uniform is NWU Type III. We will have Standards of Conduct Training.
- We will continue to "field day" the spaces and conduct any necessary admin.
- If you attended winter training and did not bring in your service jacket or certificates, please bring them in.
- Check our Flagship webpage for updated information. Official invitation has arrived.
- Effective February 1, 2023, Chief Petty Officer promotion review boards will be convened to ensure promotion criteria are met by all Petty Officers First Class prior to promotion to the Sea Cadets’ highest rank- Chief Petty Officer. See the document linked here.
- See latest news and info update on Quarterdeck. File linked below.
- Always check the Plan of the Day and Plan of the Month for last minute information, full details and calendar dates.
- Archived PODs are below for reference.
- 23 Jan 1960 - The Bathyscaph "Trieste" descends on a nine hour journey seven miles to the deepest part of the worlds oceans, Challenger Deep, located at the southern end of the Mariana Trench.
- 23 Jan 1968 - USS Pueblo (AGER-2) is seized by North Korean forces in Sea of Japan. The crew is released on Dec. 23, 1968.
Drill: Monday, 16 January 2023
Time: 1900
Uniform: Civilian Attire
Time: 1900
Uniform: Civilian Attire
- We will hold a makeup (optional) drill Monday 16 January, 2023 in observance of Martin Luther King day. Civilian attire is authorized but NWU Type III can be worn. Those who did not drill last week should attend.
- We will "field day" the spaces and conduct any necessary admin.
- If you attended winter training and did not bring in your service jacket or certificates, please bring them in.
- Effective February 1, 2023, Chief Petty Officer promotion review boards will be convened to ensure promotion criteria are met by all Petty Officers First Class prior to promotion to the Sea Cadets’ highest rank- Chief Petty Officer. See the document linked here.
- See latest news and info update on Quarterdeck. File linked below.
- Always check the Plan of the Day and Plan of the Month for last minute information, full details and calendar dates.
- Archived PODs are below for reference.
- 16 Jan 1991 - Operation Desert Storm begins to liberate Kuwait from Iraq. After three months, Iraq requests a cease fire, which is formalized by the United Nations in April.
Drill: Monday, 9 January 2023
Time: 1900
Uniform: Navy Working Uniform (NWU) Type III
Always check the Plan of the Day and Plan of the Month for last minute information, full details and calendar dates.
Time: 1900
Uniform: Navy Working Uniform (NWU) Type III
Always check the Plan of the Day and Plan of the Month for last minute information, full details and calendar dates.
- Happy New Year. We will drill Monday, 9 January 2023, uniform is NWU. We may spend some time outside so bring your outdoor uniform items.
- If you went to winter training please bring in your service jackets.
- Over the break we had a water pipe burst that let water in some of our spaces. The break room had to be emptied so they could clean the floor and ceiling. We will spend some time organizing the break room if available. If not be prepared to spend time in the classroom.
- Effective February 1, 2023, Chief Petty Officer promotion review boards will be convened to ensure promotion criteria are met by all Petty Officers First Class prior to promotion to the Sea Cadets’ highest rank- Chief Petty Officer. See the document linked here.
- See latest news and info update on Quarterdeck. File linked below.
- Archived PODs are below for reference.
- 12 Jan 1953 - Aircraft landings begin operational tests, day and night, onboard USS Antietam (CVA-36), the first angled flight deck carrier.
Drill: Saturday, 17 December 2022
Time: 0930
Uniform: Navy Working Uniform (NWU) Type III
We will drill Saturday, 17 December from 0930 to 1130 for Wreaths Across America at Bedford Union Cemetery, 56 Clinton Rd, Bedford NY 10506. There are approximately 200 graves that will be honored with wreaths. Muster time is 0930. Last year the event went very quickly as there were plenty of volunteers to lay the wreaths. Parents, be prepared to pick up earlier. Uniform is NWU Type III. It will be cold but sunny. Check weather here. Bring your cold weather NWU items to wear (parka, fleece, mock neck, watch cap and gloves). It's easier to take something off than not have something to keep you warm.
We have 146 wreaths sponsored. Please make a last minute effort to get a few more before Saturday. Wreaths can be sponsored here: https://wreathsacrossamerica.org/pages/166569/
Visit our webpage for similar information and for last minute updates. Community Service hours will be awarded.
Time: 0930
Uniform: Navy Working Uniform (NWU) Type III
We will drill Saturday, 17 December from 0930 to 1130 for Wreaths Across America at Bedford Union Cemetery, 56 Clinton Rd, Bedford NY 10506. There are approximately 200 graves that will be honored with wreaths. Muster time is 0930. Last year the event went very quickly as there were plenty of volunteers to lay the wreaths. Parents, be prepared to pick up earlier. Uniform is NWU Type III. It will be cold but sunny. Check weather here. Bring your cold weather NWU items to wear (parka, fleece, mock neck, watch cap and gloves). It's easier to take something off than not have something to keep you warm.
We have 146 wreaths sponsored. Please make a last minute effort to get a few more before Saturday. Wreaths can be sponsored here: https://wreathsacrossamerica.org/pages/166569/
Visit our webpage for similar information and for last minute updates. Community Service hours will be awarded.
Drill: Monday, 12 December 2022
Time: 1900
Uniform: Navy Working Uniform (NWU) Type III
Always check the Plan of the Day and Plan of the Month for last minute information, full details and calendar dates.
Time: 1900
Uniform: Navy Working Uniform (NWU) Type III
Always check the Plan of the Day and Plan of the Month for last minute information, full details and calendar dates.
- Uniform change. NWU is authorized for this drill. If you need to have your Dress Blue uniform inspected for training or need flashes, rating badges, ribbons etc., bring in the those components for inspection/updating.
- For those cadets going to Recruit Training and need help with your seabag, bring in what you have so far and we will instruct you on how to pack. We will finalize any paperwork for winter training. Parents, please stop by to see what's left to be done.
- We will discuss what type of holiday party we will have next week.
- We will finalize Wreaths Across America plans for Saturday 17 December.
- Physical Readiness Test (PRT) for those who have not completed or must retake. Wear PT Uniform (only cadets who will take the PRT) with some type of outer garment (sweats/fleece) to stay warm before and after. Bring at towel.
- See latest news and info update on Quarterdeck. File linked below.
- Archived PODs are below for reference.
- 12 Dec 1972 - Capt. Eugene A. Cernan, commander of Apollo 17, walks on the Moon and raises the U.S. flag. Cmdr. Ronald E. Evans is the Command Module Pilot and Harrison H. Schmitt is the Lunar Module pilot. The mission lasts 12 days, 13 hours and 52 minutes.
Drill: Monday, 28 November 2022
Time: 1900
Uniform: Navy Working Uniform (NWU) Type III
Always check the Plan of the Day and Plan of the Month for last minute information, full details and calendar dates.
Time: 1900
Uniform: Navy Working Uniform (NWU) Type III
Always check the Plan of the Day and Plan of the Month for last minute information, full details and calendar dates.
- We will continue discussing Wreaths Across America and plan for the Holiday Dinner.
- Cadets who wish to attend winter training should be ready to talk about their desires.
- Physical Readiness Test (PRT) for those who have not completed or must retake. Wear PT Uniform (only cadets who will take the PRT) with some type of outer garment (sweats/fleece) to stay warm before and after. Bring at towel.
- 2022 Winter Training Guidance has been published and available on Homeport accessible via Quarterdeck. Document is linked below as well. There are winter trainings already posted so take a look.
- See latest news and info update on Quarterdeck. File linked below. See Cadet Survey results here.
- Archived PODs are below for reference.
- 30 Nov 1912 Lt. Theodore G. Ellyson, the first U.S. Navy officer to qualify as an airplane pilot, tests the Navys first C-1 flying boat at Hammondsport, N.Y.
Drill: Monday, 21 November 2022
Time: 1900
Uniform: Navy Working Uniform (NWU) Type III
Always check the Plan of the Day and Plan of the Month for last minute information, full details and calendar dates.
Time: 1900
Uniform: Navy Working Uniform (NWU) Type III
Always check the Plan of the Day and Plan of the Month for last minute information, full details and calendar dates.
- We will drill Monday, 21 November. Those cadets who attended the Basket Brigade are excused but are encouraged to attend as we have a returning cadet who will talk about his first year college experience.
- We will continue discussing Wreaths Across America and plan for the Holiday Dinner.
- Cadets who wish to attend winter training should be ready to talk about their desires.
- Physical Readiness Test (PRT) for those who have not completed or must retake. Wear PT Uniform (only cadets who will take the PRT) with some type of outer garment (sweats/fleece) to stay warm before and after. Bring at towel.
- 2022 Winter Training Guidance has been published and available on Homeport accessible via Quarterdeck. Document is linked below as well. There are winter trainings already posted so take a look.
- See latest news and info update on Quarterdeck. File linked below. See Cadet Survey results here.
- Check out the updated Basket Brigade page for pictures and video.
- Archived PODs are below for reference.
- 25 Nov 1961- -USS Enterprise (CVAN 65), the U.S. Navy's first nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, is commissioned in Newport News, Va.
DEALEY Division will participate in Bridgeport's Basket Brigade. This event prepares and distributes Thanksgiving meal baskets to needy families and veterans. We will provide traffic control but will assist in building and distributing baskets as required. It will be cold. See note 4 and come prepared. We will be outdoors most of the time.
- Date: Saturday, November 19, 2022.
- Muster: 0800.
- End of event: 1300-1400. Keep checking this page and your email for updates.
- Uniform: NWU Type III with black fleece, black thermal mock t-shirt, black wool hat and black gloves. We will issue these items as they are available. Cadets can use alternatives for the thermal shirt, hat and gloves as long as they are the correct color and style.
- Location: Public Works Facility, 581 N. Washington Ave., Bridgeport, 06604. Cadets can be dropped off and picked up at the end of the event.
- Weather: Sunny, with a high near 42. Wind chill values between 20 and 30. Southwest wind 6 to 11 mph. Wx link.
- Event Webpage:
- Community service project: Credit for service hours will be provided for you school or organization if requested.
Drill: Monday, 14 November 2022
Time: 1900
Uniform: Navy Working Uniform (NWU) Type III
Always check the Plan of the Day and Plan of the Month for last minute information, full details and calendar dates.
Time: 1900
Uniform: Navy Working Uniform (NWU) Type III
Always check the Plan of the Day and Plan of the Month for last minute information, full details and calendar dates.
- We will drill Monday, 14 November and prepare for the Basket Brigade on Saturday 19 November.
- We will continue discussing Wreaths Across America and plan for the Holiday Dinner.
- Cadets who wish to attend winter training should be ready to talk about their desires.
- Physical Readiness Test (PRT) for those who have not completed or must retake. Wear PT Uniform (only cadets who will take the PRT) with some type of outer garment (sweats/fleece) to stay warm before and after. Bring at towel.
- 2022 Winter Training Guidance has been published at available on Homeport accessible via Quarterdeck. Document is linked below as well. There are winter trainings already posted so take a look.
- See latest news and info update on Quarterdeck. File linked below. See Cadet Survey results here.
- Check out the updated Veterans Day page for pictures and video.
- Archived PODs are below for reference.
- 14 Nov 1910 - Civilian Eugene Ely pilots the first aircraft to take-off from a warship, USS Birmingham (CL 2) at Hampton Roads, Va.
Drill: Monday, 24 October 2022
Time: 1900
Uniform: Physical Training (PT) Uniform
Always check the Plan of the Day and Plan of the Month for last minute information, full details and calendar dates.
Time: 1900
Uniform: Physical Training (PT) Uniform
Always check the Plan of the Day and Plan of the Month for last minute information, full details and calendar dates.
- We will drill Monday, 24 October and conduct the Physical Readiness Test (PRT) for those who have not completed or must retake. Wear PT Uniform with some type of outer garment (sweats/fleece) to stay warm before and after. Bring at towel. The rain should stop by drill time.
- Tonight we will also prepare for upcoming events to include Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony on Sunday 6 November, Basket Brigade on Saturday 19 November and Wreaths Across America on Saturday 17 December. We will discuss whether to drill on Monday 31 Oct which is Halloween.
- Cadets are encouraged to participate in a survey regarding ways to make drill more challenging, fun and engaging. Click here. Survey Closes 31 October.
- 2022 Winter Training Guidance has been published at available on Homeport accessible via Quarterdeck. Document is linked below as well. There are winter trainings already posted so take a look.
- See latest news and info update on Quarterdeck. File linked below.
- Sea Cadet Unit Recourses file linked below.
- Archived PODs are below for reference.
- 26 October 1922 - Lt. Cmdr. Godfrey de Chevalier, flying an Aeromarine, makes the first landing on board a carrier, USS Langley (CV 1) while underway off Cape Henry, Va.
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Drill: Monday, 17 October 2022
Time: 1900
Uniform: Physical Training (PT) Uniform
Always check the Plan of the Day and Plan of the Month for last minute information, full details and calendar dates.
Time: 1900
Uniform: Physical Training (PT) Uniform
Always check the Plan of the Day and Plan of the Month for last minute information, full details and calendar dates.
- We will drill Monday, 17 October and conduct the Physical Readiness Test (PRT). Wear PT Uniform with some type of outer garment (sweats) to stay warm before and after. Bring at towel. The forecast is light rain but hoping it will be dry enough to run the PRT. We will make a decision at the start of drill. If too rainy we will field day our spaces and conduct the PRT next week.
- 2022 Winter Training Guidance has been published at available on Homeport accessible via Quarterdeck. Document is linked below as well. There are winter trainings already posted so take a look.
- See latest news and info update on Quarterdeck. File linked below.
- 17 October 1922 - The Vought VE-7SF, piloted by Lt. Cmdr. Virgil C. Griffin, makes the Navys first carrier takeoff from USS Langley (CV 1), anchored in York River, Va.
