Cadet Candidates woke up this morning on board the training ship, ready to depart! The Coast Guard also came aboard for fire and emergency drills, and once they ensured everything was squared away, it was time to leave. We got underway at 1230 and are now headed for New York!

Youngies had a few meetings spread throughout the day, giving them a chance to see different parts of the ship. There were additional safety briefings, as well as academic breakout sessions. Cadet Candidates also spent more time with their Squad Leaders, asking questions about their majors and life in the regiment. Mini Cruise offers a more relaxed environment for Youngies and serves as a great learning opportunity.

Tomorrow, the T.S. Patriot State II will pass by the T.S. Empire State and SUNY Maritime around 1300. New York, here we come!