Drill: Monday, 6 February 2023
Time: 1900
Uniform: Navy Working Uniform (NWU) Type III.
  1. We will drill Monday 6 February. Uniform is NWU Type III. Be prepared to drill outdoors. 
  2. Flagship Preparation. Annual Inspection set for Monday 13 January.
  3. 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
  4. Always check the Plan of the Day and Plan of the Month for last minute information, full details and calendar dates.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. 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.
  8. 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.​​
  9. See latest news and info update on Quarterdeck. File linked below.
  10. ​​Archived PODs are below for reference.
​​This week in Naval History
  • 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).
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Bruce McCandless II (born Byron Willis McCandless;[1] June 8, 1937 – December 21, 2017) was a United States Navy officer and aviator, electrical engineer, and NASA astronaut. In 1984, during the first of his two Space Shuttle missions, he completed the first untethered spacewalk by using the Manned Maneuvering Unit.

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Drill: Monday, 30 January 2023
Time: 1900
Uniform: Navy Working Uniform (NWU) Type III.
  1. 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. 
  2. We will continue to "field day" the spaces and conduct any necessary admin.
  3. If you attended winter training and did not bring in your service jacket or certificates, please bring them in.
  4. Always check the Plan of the Day and Plan of the Month for last minute information, full details and calendar dates.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. 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.
  8. 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.
  9. 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.​​
  10. See latest news and info update on Quarterdeck. File linked below.
  11. ​​Archived PODs are below for reference.
​​This week in Naval History
  • 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.
  1. We will drill Monday 23 January. Uniform is NWU Type III. We will have Standards of Conduct Training. 
  2. We will continue to "field day" the spaces and conduct any necessary admin.
  3. If you attended winter training and did not bring in your service jacket or certificates, please bring them in.
  4. Check our Flagship webpage for updated information. Official invitation has arrived.
  5. 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. 
  6. ​See latest news and info update on Quarterdeck. File linked below.
  7. ​Always check the Plan of the Day and Plan of the Month for last minute information, full details and calendar dates.
  8. ​​Archived PODs are below for reference.
​​This week in Naval History
  • 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
  1. 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. 
  2. We will "field day" the spaces and conduct any necessary admin.
  3. If you attended winter training and did not bring in your service jacket or certificates, please bring them in.
  4. 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. 
  5. ​See latest news and info update on Quarterdeck. File linked below.
  6. ​Always check the Plan of the Day and Plan of the Month for last minute information, full details and calendar dates.
  7. ​​Archived PODs are below for reference.
​​This week in Naval History
  • 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.


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Drill: Monday, 9 January 2023
Time: 1900
Uniform: Navy Working Uniform (NWU) Type III
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Always check the Plan of the Day and Plan of the Month for last minute information, full details and calendar dates.
  1. 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. 
  2. If you went to winter training please bring in your service jackets.
  3. 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.
  4. 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. 
  5. ​See latest news and info update on Quarterdeck. File linked below.
  6. ​​Archived PODs are below for reference.
​​This week in Naval History
  • 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
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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.
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. We will discuss what type of holiday party we will have next week.
  4. We will finalize Wreaths Across America plans for Saturday 17 December.
  5. ​​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. 
  6. ​See latest news and info update on Quarterdeck. File linked below.
  7. ​​Archived PODs are below for reference.
​​This week in Naval History
  • 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.
  1. We will continue discussing Wreaths Across America and plan for the Holiday Dinner.
  2. Cadets who wish to attend winter training should be ready to talk about their desires.
  3. 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. 
  4. 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.
  5. See latest news and info update on Quarterdeck. File linked below. See Cadet Survey results here.
  6. ​​Archived PODs are below for reference.
​​This week in Naval History
  • 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.
  1. 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.
  2. We will continue discussing Wreaths Across America and plan for the Holiday Dinner.
  3. Cadets who wish to attend winter training should be ready to talk about their desires.
  4. 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. 
  5. 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.
  6. See latest news and info update on Quarterdeck. File linked below. See Cadet Survey results here.
  7. Check out the updated Basket Brigade page for pictures and video.
  8. ​Archived PODs are below for reference.
​​This week in Naval History
  • 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.
  1. Date: Saturday, November 19, 2022.
  2. Muster: 0800.
  3. End of event: 1300-1400. Keep checking this page and your email for updates. 
  4. 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.
  5. Location: Public Works Facility, 581 N. Washington Ave., Bridgeport, 06604. Cadets can be dropped off and picked up at the end of the event.
  6. Weather: Sunny, with a high near 42. Wind chill values between 20 and 30. Southwest wind 6 to 11 mph. Wx link.
  7. Event Webpage:
  8. 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.
  1. We will drill Monday, 14 November and prepare for the Basket Brigade on Saturday 19 November.
  2. We will continue discussing Wreaths Across America and plan for the Holiday Dinner.
  3. Cadets who wish to attend winter training should be ready to talk about their desires.
  4. 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. 
  5. 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.
  6. See latest news and info update on Quarterdeck. File linked below. See Cadet Survey results here.
  7. Check out the updated Veterans Day page for pictures and video.
  8. ​Archived PODs are below for reference.
​​This week in Naval History
  • 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.
  1. 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.​
  2. 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.
  3. Cadets are encouraged to participate in a survey regarding ways to make drill more challenging, fun and engaging. Click here. Survey Closes 31 October.
  4. 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.
  5. See latest news and info update on Quarterdeck. File linked below.
  6. Sea Cadet Unit Recourses file linked below.
  7. Archived PODs are below for reference.
​​This week in Naval History
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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.
  1. 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.​
  2. 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.
  3. See latest news and info update on Quarterdeck. File linked below.
​​This week in Naval History
  • 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.
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