Frequently Asked Questions

How do I become a Sea Cadet or League Cadet?

Call the CO, Chief Winslett at 334-790-3377 or e-mail chiefwinslett@yahoo.com.  Fill out the required forms on the "Forms" page and bring them with you to the next drill or your scheduled Orientation. 

What does it cost to join the Sea Cadets?

SCHOLARSHIPS AND SPONSORSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE to help with the costs!

The annual enrollment fee to join any unit of the NSCC is $51, which goes entirely to the National Headquarters to cover insurance, administrative costs, ID card issue and correspondence.

Are there any special costs related to the Ironclad Division?

For the first year ONLY, cadets are asked to pay an additional $150[NOW $100] to cover the costs of uniforms, training materials, unit administrative processing, and other incidentals.  This may be split into two $75 [NOW $50] payments or whatever combination is needed to accomodate you.  Through generous sponsorships and donations, the cost charged to cadets is now only $100.

Meals (lunch) will normally be provided by the generosity of Naval Reservists at the NOSC.  Occasionally, we will be travelling away from the NOSC at chow time.  In those cases, advance notice will be given and cadets will be asked to bring money for chow

What is the cost of Recruit Training or other Advanced Trainings?

Each cadet is responsible for fees associated with training camps. National Headquarters pays 1/2 the fee and the cadet is asked to pay the other 1/2.  The 2008 fees are as follows:  a 2-week training camp evolution will normally be $150 that each cadet should pay [total $300]; 1-week and 9-day evolutions will be less expensive. These fees are set by National Headquarters and are subject to change.  Cadets are responsible for their own transportation to/from camps.  This is NOT included in the fee.

Where do I sew my patches/insignia on my uniforms?

For instructions on uniforms, please click on the picture below: