The U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps Now Has Openings

Paw Paw, Michigan – The U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps has openings for a limited number of young people ages 11-17 to join the crew of Lake Michigan Division.  Interviews will be held at the Community Based Transition Center, 811 Hazen Street, Paw Paw, Michigan on Sunday, April 12th beginning at 1:00 pm.  Appointments are necessary.

The U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps is comprised of everyday young people who have an interest in seamanship, the military or other seagoing careers.  Cadet applicants must be crime-free, drug-free, physically fit and approved by their school.

Lake Michigan Cadets, train at the Community Based Transition Center one weekend a month.  The program is managed by volunteers dedicated to instilling the core values of Pride, Service and Patriotism.

Sea Cadets wear the traditional Navy uniform and can participate in a multitude of advanced training programs, including: at-sea training with the navy and Coast Guard, submarine orientation, SEAL training, search and rescue, and international exchanges.  Lake Michigan Division cadets complete 2 weeks of Sea Cadet “Boot Camp” in Great Lakes, IL and learn about fire-fighting, damage control, military drill and naval customs.

Adult volunteers, with or without military experience, are needed to allow the Sea Cadet program to grow.  Those with seamanship, engineering, administrative and fund-raising skills are especially needed.  Interested adults are encouraged to visit on April 12th.

To set an appointment, contact the division’s recruiting hotline at (269) 668-6440, or email Instructor Don Case at dspcase@comcast.net.  For further information on the Naval Sea Cadet Corps, go to www.seacadets.org.