Posted by Cynthia Schlaud
The Young Marines is a youth education & service program for boys and girls ages 8-18, This is the official youth program of the U.S. Marine Corps League and the focal point for the Marine Corps Drug Demand Reduction Efforts. The focus is on youth development around their core values of leadership, teamwork, and discipline. They have served our local citizens for over 16 years. The Young Marines is NOT a paramility group. They do NOT teach combat defenses or strategies, they are NOT a military recruiting station for any of the brances of the armed services. How do you become a Young Marine? Youth (Recruit Training) undergo a 26 hour orientation program. General subjects are taught such as history, customs and courtesies, close order drill, physical fitness, and military rank structure. After Graduation, youth continue to learn new skills, earn rank, wear the Young Marine Uniform and work toward ribbon awards. Young Marines earn ribbons for achievements in areas such as: leadership, community service, swimming, academic excellence, first aid and drug resistance education. Young Marines have the opportunity to participate in activities and schools with other members from across the state and country. Our Lapeer County Young Marines unit works closely with our local Veteran organizations and the Lapeer Michigan Army National Guard Unit. This is a community based program lead by dedicated adult volunteers. Mission The Mission of the Young Marines is to positively impact America's future by providing quality youth development programs for boys and girls that nurtures and develops its members into responsible citizens who enjoy and promote a healthy, drug-free lifestyle. Creed1. Obey parents and all others in charge. 2. Keep yourself neat at all times without other people telling you to. 3. Keep yourself clean in mind by attending the church of your faith. 4. Keep your mind alert to learn in school, at home or at play. 5. Remember that having self-discipline will enable you to control your body and mind in case of an emergency. For more information contact Eric Shaw; Unit Commander (810) 580-1091 or go online at: www.lapeercountyyoungmarines.com Meeting Time 6:00 - 8:30pm at The National Guard Armory in Lapeer
