Pre-Orientation is underway!
- Orientation Day 11 – August 27Day two aboard the training ship was an incredible experience for everyone! Youngies were woken up at their usual time, but instead of PT, they spent time with their companies and had … Continue reading Orientation Day 11 – August 27
- Orientation Day 10 – August 26Cadet 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 … Continue reading Orientation Day 10 – August 26
- Orientation Day 9 – August 25All aboard the T.S. Patriot State! Cadet candidates had a busy day today from the very beginning, starting off with their final PT test. The one mile run and push-ups and sit-ups … Continue reading Orientation Day 9 – August 25
- Orientation Day 8 – August 24This morning was more relaxed than the past week of Orientation. Today, the cadet candidates were awoken a half an hour later than usual and there was no PT. Youngies were given … Continue reading Orientation Day 8 – August 24
- Orientation Day 7 – August 23We are officially one full week into Orientation 2025. The cadet candidates have now settled into a routine of morning PT and were treated to yet another beautiful sunrise over the Cape … Continue reading Orientation Day 7 – August 23
- Orientation Day 6 – August 22Day 6 is complete! Youngies worked hard this morning at PT before the sun rose, and kept that hard work going throughout the day. After breakfast, companies split up for the day. … Continue reading Orientation Day 6 – August 22
- Orientation Day 5 – August 21Day 5 of Orientation started off strong with another round of PT! It was a chilly morning, but hard work kept the youngies warm. Second battalion ran the mile in platoons while … Continue reading Orientation Day 5 – August 21
- Orientation Day 4 – August 20Orientation Day 4 is complete! The cadet candidates woke up before sunrise again and double-timed it to the athletics field for PT. First Battalion completed a one-mile run in platoon formation, while … Continue reading Orientation Day 4 – August 20
- Orientation Day 3 – August 19The cadet candidates were awakened by the sweet sound of Squad Leaders once again this morning. The Cadre brought the energy and hustled to the athletics field where cadet candidates had their … Continue reading Orientation Day 3 – August 19
- Orientation Day 2 – August 18The first full day of orientation for the cadet candidates was packed full of learning, studying, and even some fun. Companies were split up and each did something a little bit different. … Continue reading Orientation Day 2 – August 18
- Orientation Day 1 – August 17The wait is finally over! Massachusetts Maritime’s newest class of cadet candidates arrived and checked in this morning at 0900 while their Cadre went for a morning run. Nerves were showing in … Continue reading Orientation Day 1 – August 17
- Pre-O Day 5 – August 15The final day of Pre-Orientation has come to a close. The Cadre spent the day preparing for the arrival of the youngies after a morning canal run followed by a swim! Orientation … Continue reading Pre-O Day 5 – August 15
- Pre-O Day 4 – August 14“We may have all come on different ships, but we’re in the same boat now.” – Martin Luther King Jr. Team building was the main focus of day 4 of Pre-Orientation. After … Continue reading Pre-O Day 4 – August 14
- Pre-O Day 3 – August 13Just when the Squad Leaders thought they were getting into routine here at Pre-O, our Senior Staff decided to shake things up. The day started off the same as the past two. … Continue reading Pre-O Day 3 – August 13
- Pre-O Day 2 – August 12, 2025Day 2 of Pre-Orientation was highly productive both educationally and administratively for the Cadre. After PT this morning, meetings and classes were held with a focus on medical information crucial to Orientation. … Continue reading Pre-O Day 2 – August 12, 2025
- Pre-O Day 1 – August 11, 2025All hands on deck! Pre-Orientation is officially underway in Buzzards Bay, with just six short days until this year’s cadet candidates arrive. The Cadre have moved in, and they’re already fired up … Continue reading Pre-O Day 1 – August 11, 2025