 | In the News | Navy Secretary visits San Clemente's Park Semper Fi
Young Marines Jones and Doris of the South Orange County Young Marines got the chance to meet and speak with Secretary of the Navy, Ray Mabus, during his stop at Park Semper Fi in San Clemente, California. San Clemente Times Published: January 17, 2012 |
| In the News | Wreaths Across America 2011
A day to remember, Saturday, December 10th in Snowflake, AZ. With the efforts by the Young Marines of Show Low, AZ a ceremony that was a great success considering the cold weather and a foot of snow covering the Hallow grounds of R.V. “Mike” Ramsay Cemetery in Snowflake. 
Click here for complete article Story By: [admin published] Mogollon Connection Published: December 15, 2011 |
| In the News | Toys for Tots Drive Underway Linn Benton Young Marines
The Linn Benton Young Marines, assisted by the Salvation Army, are collecting toys for the needy during the annual Toys For Tots drive. Story By: Cathy Ingalls Albany Democratic-Harold Published: November 26, 2011 |
| In the News | Grand Canyon Regiment Holds Drill Competition
Thank you to all the Young Marines, staff, and families who participated in the Grand Canyon Regimental drill meet on November 19th, 2011. The following Young Marine drill awards were recognized: Color Guard
1st Place- Central Arizona, 2nd Place Desert, 3rd Place - Firebirds Armed Elimination
1st Place-Orick, 2nd Place-Biron, 3rd Place-Hogue Unarmed Elimination
1st Place-Partridge, 2nd Place-Alger, 3rd Place-Whitaker, Seaira Armed Individual Exhibition Drill
1st Place-Partridge, 2nd Place Estrada, 3rd Place Lawrence Unarmed Inspection
1st Place-Desert, 2nd Place-Firebirds, 3rd Place-Eastern Mountain Armed Inspection
1st Place-Desert, 2nd Place-Central AZ Unarmed Regulation Drill
1st Place-Central AZ, .2nd Place-Desert YM’s, 3rd Place-East Valley Recruits Armed Regulation Drill
1st Place-Desert, 2nd Place-Central AZ. Unarmed Exhibition Drill
1st Place-Central AZ, 2nd Place-East Valley Recruits, 3rd Place East Valley YM’s Armed Exhibition Drill
1st Place-Desert, 2nd Place Central AZ All the Young Marines in attendance were able to take back to their units a greater appreciation of close order drill. More importantly, they made new friends and had some fun as well. For those who MARCHED in the competition, they now are authorized to wear the DRILL COMPETITION ribbon with Silver Palm (Regimental Level). |
 | In the News | Movaje Vipers Host Veteran's Breakfast
The Twentynine Palms Young Marines Mojave Vipers will serve breakfast free to veterans, paramedics, law enforcement officers, firefighters and their families on thies Veteran's Day. This is the third year the Movaje Viper Young Marines have served the free breakfast, which served 187 people in Yucca Valley last year, in addition to elected officials and others are also invited to eat. The Young Marines raise the money, purchase the food -- and all of the cooking is done by the adult staff members and all the serving and cleaning up is done by the Young Marines. |
| In the News |
Big Sky Young Marine named Student of the Month
Congratulations to Myles Stricker of the Big Sky Young Marines who was announced as Student of the month for Laurel Middle School. YM Stricker is an active young student who participates in multiple sports — cross country, track and field, and snow sports. He is also involved in several community groups — Big Sky Iris Club, Billings Young Marines, and the St. Anthony’s YES Youth Group. His goals are to get a 4.0 each quarter, to win his last cross country race, and to win in track. |
| In the News | Young Marine Program is 46-Year's Old !
As the Young Marine program celebrates it 46th year - we would like to thank every volunteer for their loyalty, dediciation and commitment to the Young Marine program and today's youth. |
| Young Marines in the News | Galt Young Marines Graduate 14
The Galt Cobras are pleased to announce the addition of 14 new members to its unit and the completion of its graduation ceremony held on Aug. 27. While all 14 recruits competed for Honor Graduate, Marine Carolyn Edmiston of Elk Grove earned the top nod with top overall scores in physical fitness and written exams, as well as showing maturity, the right attitude and leadership ability. With the title of Honor Recruit, Young Marine Edmiston also earns a direct promotion to Private First Class. The two female recruits vied for the title of Molly Marine, which was won by Edmiston, and in the race between the 12 male recruits for Iron Mike honors, it was Maximus Claudio of Hercules who came out on top.
Galt Young Marine commanding officer Bill Bailey gives recruit
Angelo Costello his Young Marine Cobra patch
For the complete online article - click here
posted: 09/9/2011 |
 | Unit Management Course | Unit Management Course
The 2011 Division 6 NW Unit Management Course (formerly RATS) is scheduled for October 21-23 in Seattle, Washington. The purpose of this course is designed to train the attendees in various aspects of running a Young Marine unit. Some of the classes will include Drug Demand Reduction, Understanding Billet Assignments, Database Management, Paymaster duties, Training Officer’s duties, Awards and Promotions, running and scoring the PFT, planning and execution of encampments and other various activities. This is a one day training with the start date and end date as travel days. How to Register: Registration is done through the database by selecting UMC then select your division. There are separate registrations for ALS Graduates and Registered Adults. When set to pending, download the travel form and Questionnaire for each attendee and submit to NHQ within 5 days. Once received your will be confirmed. You MUST be registered and confirmed to attend this course. |
| Division 6 Young Marines in the News | Division Encampment Held in Boise, Idaho
Approximately 138 Young Marines and Staff entered the gates of Gowen Field at Boise, Idaho during August, 2011 to attend the annual Division 6 Encampment. During the event the Young Marines not only received a DDR course from the Gowen Field Counterdrug Support Team, but they also had an opportunity to receive training in land navigation, flag etiquette and successfully learned to read and navigate the Garmin GPS device. The Young Marines competed in the Drill, Guidon and Color Guard Competitions and overall had an outstanding week of events. The highlights of the encampment was the visit by the YM National Executive Director, Mike Kessler on Wednesday, as well as an appearance by Idaho's Lt. Governor, Brad Little. The Division 6 Young Marines were also pleased to have a visit from the National YMOY, YMSgtMaj A. Cardena
posted: 08/19/2011 |
| TEHAMA COUNTY YOUNG MARINES |
Tehama County YM's say farewell to one of their own ...
Tehama County Young Marines Boot Camp graduation at Camp Discovery, 7 new recruits graduated and Hurton was recognized and discharged from the unit after serving as a Young Marine for more than four years. For the complete online article - click here! 
From left, honorably discharged Young Marine First Sgt. Mary E. Hurton, Tehama County Young Marines Commander Sgt. John Minton and former California Regimental Sgt. Major Annie C. Bennett posted: 08/19/2011 |
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| Young Marines in the News | Memorial Day Traditions by Treasure Valley Young Marines
As the Treasure Valley Young Marines have made it an annual event on their community service calendar - On Saturday, May 28th, approximately 30 of the units Young Marines and Staff spent their morning placing U.S. Flags on the greve markers of those veteran's who are buried at the Idaho State Veteran's Cemetery. Why do the Treasure Valley Young Marines do this each year? "Because it brings them a sense of pride and it is a way to give back and respect those who have served our country." The Treasure Valley unit will also be on site at the Idaho State Veteran's Cemetery to assist during the ceremonies on Memorial Day as the community will gather to remember those verterans' we have lost.
To view the KTVB-Channel 7 interview - click here
posted: 05/29/2011 |
| Young Marines in the News | Columbia River Young Marines on the Move !
On April 30, 2011 - the Columbia River Young Marines participated in the 2nd Harvest/KNDU food drive. During this event, the Young Marines moved and loaded food from people donating to the needy in the Tri-City area.
 
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posted: 05/19/2011 |
| Young Marines in the News | Memorial Day Ceremony to be held in Solona Beach
The city of Solana Beach and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5431 will host a Memorial Day Ceremony at the Veterans’ Memorial at La Colonia Community Park, in Solana Beach. The ceremony will take place from 11 a.m. until noon. Some highlights of the ceremony include the Col. Frank Brezina Venture Scout Crew #42 as Color Guard, the Santa Fe Christian School Band, Camp Pendleton Young Marines, and special guest speaker L. Acosta, a disabled former Marine, who will address the community.
For the complete online article - click here! posted: 05/19/2011 |
| Young Marines in the News | Columbia River Young Marines as Ambassadors
On April 16th, the Columbia River Young Marines visited the Naval and Marine Corps Reserve Center, Swan Island near Portland for the Oregon Cascade Young Marine Graduation. The Young Marines did a great job representing the CRYM as Ambassadors to another unit. 
Left to Right back row:
YMCpl S. Langlois, YMPFC J. Hebert, YMSgt J. Parker,
Left to Right front row:
YMPFC H. Palmer, YMPFC A. Clark, YMSSgt B. Gregg, and YMCpl S. Garrison.
posted: 05/19/2011 |
| Young Marines in the News | " Fire Training "
On April 23rd, the Columbia River Young Marines were able to receive some outstanding "Fire Training". The CRYM unit would like to send a special thank you to the Benton County Fire Protection District, Station 150, Marine Corps League Detachment #337, Oxarc and all the volunteer firefighters who made this training possible.  
posted: 05/19/2011 |
| IDAHO UNIT MAKING HISTORY | Snake River Graduates 1st Boot Camp Recruit
Under the command leadership of Bryant Lyndaker, we would like to send our congratulations the Snake River Young Marines who held the unit's first boot camp graduation on Sunday, May 8th. YM Pvt J. Moritz had the honor of being the units "first" graduated recruit.
We look forward to seeing great things from this unit !
posted: 05/08/2011 |
| Young Marines in the News | Eagle Young Marines Partiicpate in Camp Pendelton's 16th Annual Kid's First Fair
On April 30, 2011 - the Eagle Young Marines kicked off the 16th Kid's First Fair with a presentation of the colors. The event, hosted by the Marine Coprs Community Services, caters to more than 500 youth who live aboard the military installation.
For complete online article - click here posted: 05/04/2011 |
| Young Marines in the News | South Orange County Young Marines Partiicpate in Annual Family Day iat Lake Mission Viejo
The annual Family Day, hosted by the City's Marines and Sailors Adoption Committee, was designed to demonstrate support for the City's adopted Marines and Sailors. The South Orange County Young Marines, along with other local organizations were on hand to show their support.
For complete online article - click here posted: 05/03/2011 |
| BOOT CAMP GRADUATIONS | Lewis & Clark Young Marines Boot Camp Graduation
On Saturday, April 30th, the Lewis & Clark unit held its spring boot camp graduation. For the first time, this graduation ceremony was also made available via Webinar for out of state relatives & family members to enjoy. Congratulations to the following newest Young Marines on their accomplishments. Honor Graduate YM Pfc V. Lam Meritirous Promotion to PFC YM Pfc L.Nelson YM Pfc A. Weber YM Pfc M. Salisbury
posted: 05/02/2011 |
| Young Marines in the News | Tehama County Young Marines Boot Camp Graduation
The Tehema County Young Marines recently graduated 22 new Young Marines Recruits and have welcomed into the Young Marine family and the Tehama County unit. The 2010 National Young Marine of the Year, YM SgtMaj Casey Scott was on site to assit with the boot camp, as well as provide words of motivation and encouragement to the Young Marine recruits as the guest speaker at the graduation. Honor Graduate YM Pfc V. LamAndrew Stites To view the article posted in the Red Bluff Daily News - - click here posted: 04/25/2011 |
| Young Marines in the News | Galt/Elk Grove Young Marines to Partiicpate in Western Festival
The Galt/Elk Grove Young Marines will be marching in Elk Grove’s Western Festival parade Saturday, April 30. They will follow that by joining with the Elk Grove Detachment, Marine Corps League at a booth in Elk Grove Regional Park where the rest of the Festival activities will be taking place both Saturday and Sunday.
Information posted from the Elk Grove Citizen - online - click here posted: 04/24/2011 |
| | | Columbia River welcomes 23 newly graduated Young Marines
On March 26, 2011 the Columbia River Young Marines graduated a class of 23 from Recruits to Young Marines. As a Young Marine boot camp could not be successful without its instructors, We would like to give a very Special thanks to those Young Marines who assisted with this boot camp class.
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Honor Graduate Meritorious Promotion PFC J. Hebert PFC H. Palmer YM Instructors
YM Sgt Gregg YM Sgt Parker YM Cpl Langlois YMLCpl Garrison
YMLCpl Gleasemann YMPFC Avery
To learn more about the Columbia River Young Marines - visit their website posted: 04/24/2011 |
| Young Marines in the News | Desert Cities Young Marines to assist with Car Wash Fundraiser
As the community and business leaders coordiinate a funderaiser for a fallen CCPD Officer, the Desert Cities will have approximate 16 Young Marines on site April 16th from noon to 4pm to help with the event. . For the complete KPSP - Channel 2 news article - click here posted: 04/01/2011 |
| A MESSAGE FROM THE DIVISION COMMANDER | Young Marine 24/7
I was once asked by a Unit Commander if he was responsible for the conduct of his Young Marines during the time they were not attending a Young Marine event. Good question, and one that every person associated with the Young Marine program needs to consider. My response is as follows: The Young Marine Code of Conduct, Obligation, and Creed does not set time limits on when these standards are and are not in effect. If you are a Young Marine, you are a Young Marine 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. Your actions and conduct should be such that it reflects well on the Young Marine program. The Young Marine program teaches responsibility and accountability, every Young Marine is responsible and accountable for his or her actions every second, minute, hour, and day. As we approach our annual re-registration period, it would be appropriate to review these standards of conduct with all of our members posted: 03/30/2011 |
| Young Marines in the News | Young Marine Honored for Rescue
Young Marine Lance Corporal Jacob Orrock received the Lifesaving 2nd Degree award, which is one of the highest awards that a Young Marine can earn.
Click here to see complete article posted: 03/10/2011 |
| Young Marines in the News | Big Sky Young Marines
The Young Marines program in Great Falls held "boot camp" for their newest recruits over the weekend. Along with learning the core values of the Marines - honor, courage, and commitment - the group also does leadership and team-building activities. Recruits also participated in anti-drug workshops. For both recruits and instructors, the weekend is a learning experience. Corporal Michael Emond, one of the instructors, noted, "I learned a lot from the last group teaching, so it's a lot smoother to go through this time. I know what to teach, when to teach it, when to raise my voice, when to lower my voice." One of the recruits, Ashlynne Cummings, said, "I hope to stay in Young Marines until I graduate but I don't know if I'll go into the Marines. I definitely would consider joining the military though." Great Falls Mayor Michael Winters was on hand for the group's graduation ceremony. Visit the website to learn more: Big Sky Young Marines Click here to view the Channel 3 KRTV video interview posted: 03/08/2011 |
| UNITED STATES NAVAL ACADEMY | United States Naval Academy Summer 2011 STEM Program
STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math and the USNA is sponsoring three one week classes for each of three different grade levels focusing on projects in forensics, robotics, mechanics, 3-D simulation, and fabrication along with tours of labs and research areas, hands on activities, design challenges, and exciting competitions. Classes are: June 6 – 11 (8th and 9th grades) June 13 – 18 (10th grades) June 21 – 26 (11th grades) Prerequisites are: From the brochure, "Selection is based in large part on ensuring geographic representation along with overall accomplishments in and out of the classroom." A strong, college bound, academic record with lots of extra curricula activity is what they're looking for! See the Academy brochure at: www.usna.edu/Admissions/stem Application to be completed on the USNA website: www.usna.edu/Admissions/stemapp Last day to apply is 14 April! Here's how it works: Go to the website and apply. Follow directions closely. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE NOTIFIED OF THEIR STATUS BY MAY 1ST. NASS and AIM new dates! On February 1, 2011 the United States Naval Academy opened its' online application for current high school juniors (going into senior year fall 2011) to apply for the Naval Academy Summer Seminar (NASS) Program. If not familiar with the NASS Program, it is a six day immersion program that runs throughout June in three sessions: Session 1 (June 4 - June 9) Session 2 (June 1 1- June 16) Session 3 (June 18 - June 23) If you're thinking about the Naval Academy, this is a great opportunity to visit and participate in academy activities and find out if it's really what you want…and hopefully become a midshipman at USNA. Deadline for application submission is 31 March 2011. The online application for NASS at http://www.usna.edu/admissions/nass.htm posted: 03/05/2011 |
| Young Marines in the News | Camp Pendleton Young Marines in the News
Camp Pendleton Young Marines prepare to march in the Patriot Parade. The Parade (taking place on March 5th) is a traditional celebration of the Laguna Beach community as well as the country. posted: 03/04/2011 |
| 2011 YOUNG MARINE SYMPOSIUM | Division 6 Young Marines attend 2011 Symposium
As the 2011 Young Marine Symposium was another successful event this year - we look forward to seeing the topis and upcoming changes within the Young Marine program. A special thank to you all of the Senior Young Marines that attended this event. posted: 02/21/2011 |
| Young Marines in the News | Young Marines Assist with Second Harvest Food Giveaway
The Columbia River Young Marines, along with the volunteers from the community assisted in handing out more than 10,000 pounds of food to more than 240 families on February 16th at the Boys & Girls Club of Benton. To learn moer about this event - click here posted: 02/17/2011 |
| NEWS FROM YOUNG MARINE NATIONAL HEADQUARERS | Young Marines News Network (YMNN)
The Young Marines has announced the upcoming launch of a new feature to their national website, a quarterly video news report:
"Your online resource to the latest and the greatest in the Young Marines" The inaugural video news broadcast debuts on www.YoungMarines.com next week. To learn more, view the press release announcement that is now available on the home page of the national website.
For more information about the YMNN, contact us at: news@youngmarines.com.
Be sure to visit the national website for the press release that is now available and then check back next week for the inaugural edition of the YMNN video broadcast posted: 02/10/2011 |
| SOUTHEAST COUNTY YOUNG MARINES IN THE NEWS | Young Marine Color Guard performs at the 2011 WGG Softball Opening Ceremony
The Southeast County Young Marines had the opportunity to provide the color detail during the opening ceremonies of the 2011 West Grove Girl's ("WGG") Softball Season. This year marks the 41st year of competitive fastpitch softball for the WGG. posted: 02/08/2011 |
| | NEW UNIT ABOARD | New Division 6 Young Marine Unit Formed
We would like to welcome the Snake River unit to the Division 6 Young Marines. The Sanke River Young Marines are located Mountain Home, Idaho and are under the direction of Unit Commander, Bryand "Bear" Lyndaker. We look forward to seeing great things from this new upcoming group of Young Marines. posted: 02/03/2011 |
| Young Marines in the News | Eastern Mountain Young Marines "In the News"
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| COLUMBIA RIVER COLOR GUARD DETAIL "Back on Duty" in Olympia | Columbia River Young Marines back on duty in Olympia
The CRYM was asked to present and post the colors for the 1/12/2011 Joint Legislative Session in Olympia for the State of the Judiciary Address given by Washington State Supreme Court Chief Justice Barbara Madsen. Many dignitaries were present including Gov. Gregoire. There are 16 minutes of introductions of Washington State dignitaries to get through before you get to CRYM. If you only want to view the CRYM color guard, then start watching at the 16 min 40 sec mark. The color guard is complted by the 22 minute mark. The four members of Columbia River YMs were: YM Sgt Jacob Parker, YM Sgt Brandon Gregg, YM LCpl Sarah Garrison and YM PFC Noah Sandberg. Registered Adult Staff members Byron Carlson, CRYM XO and Shannon Parker, CRYM Adj escorted our YMs. An outstanding job by all! To view comments from Representative Brad Klippert click hereposted: 01/12/2011 |
| | DIVISION WEBINAR TRAINING | Division Webinar Training Courses Announced
As the Division is on the path to improve the training and communication within and between the unit, battalion, and regiment levels of the Division - we are happy to announce that the WEBINAR software has been purchased and is in place. The Division Staff has been hard at work to come up to what we think is an effective training calendar which will benefit both the Registered Staff as well as the Young Marines. For training topics and training dates please visit the Division Calendar webpage. click here for skype earpice information. posted: 01/12/2011 |
| | 2011 DIVISION SIX YOUNG MARINE OF THE YEAR | 2011 Division 6 Young Marine of the Year Announced
Congratulations to YM MGySgt Jared Haeg of the Tri-City Young Marines who has been selected as the 2011 Division 6 Young Marine of the Year. YM Haeg will attend the 66th Annual Iwo Jima Reunion Tour this February, and will compete for the National YMOY title at the Adult Leadership Conference during May, 2011 in Charlotte, North Carolina. click here for Kennewick News Article posted: 01/10/2011 |
| UNITED NATIONS NGO SUMMIT | United Nations - NGO Summit Event Announced
The United Nations - NGO Summit will take place in New York City, New York from February 19-23, 2011. This event is restricted to 20 Young Marines (10/male & 10 female). The Young Marines will attend this event with four YM Registered Staff. During the breakout sessions, Young Marines will be able to discuss their ideas and make suggestions that could impact the lives of females around the world. click here for further information posted: 12/15/2010 |
 | UNIFORM UPDATE | New Boots available early 2011
The official Young Marine boot by Bates will be available early 2011. The cost of each pair of boots is $44.35. We will keep updated information regarding the purchasing information of the boots on the Division website as it becomes available. posted: 12/13/2010 |
| | IN THE NEWS | Gateway Elks Honor Veterans, Active Duty
The Lewis & Clark Young Marines re-enact the World War II flag raising on Iwo Jima's Mt. Surabachi at the Gateway Elks Lodge 9th Annual Day to Honor Veterans. click here for article posted: 12/13/2010 |