The US Navy Sea Cadet Corps is a JROTC-type organization, based in most maritime nations worldwide, for youths ages 11-17.  It is designed to teach our young American men and women training and development in seagoing skills, and to teach them patriotism, courage, self-reliance and kindred values (per NCSS Charter - 36 USC 1541).

     Founded in 1958, the NSCC has committed itself to providing American youth with a drug and alcohol free environment to foster their leadership abilities, broaden their horizons through hands-on training and guide them to become mature young adults.

     Locally, the Iron Side Division of the NSCC is based out of the National Guard Armory in Mcminnville, Oregon and trains youths from around the McMinnville area and surrounding communities.  Although off to an excellent start, the Iron Side Division is still in it's infancy stage and support from Veterans Organizations and the community is urgently needed. 

     The division is under the command of Ensign Eric R. Ruffner and a staff of active duty, Veterans, former cadets and parents of active cadets who have done a remarkable job in the exhaustive work it takes to make this organization prosper.

     As stated before, the Sea Cadet Corps are always looking for new recruits and help from the community.  Below are some helpful links to the Sea Cadet Corps organization, such as a blog, email and their national website.

 

 

 

 

Sea Cadet Corps

National Website

                                                     Upcoming Dates

April 17th - 18th                           Meeting

May

8th -9th                                         Meeting

30th                                               Meeting

 

Official Site of

AMVETS Tri-City Post 2000

Willamina, Oregon