Happy Graduation Day!!! The light at the end of the tunnel has arrived, and Cadet Candidates have finally completed their orientation journeys. All of the Cadre are so proud of the C/Cs, … Continue reading Orientation Day 13 – August 28, 2026 →

Cadet Candidates woke up on the TSPS while tied up at the academy. It was a busy morning, full of unloading sea bags and ship supplies. The biggest goal of the day … Continue reading Orientation Day 12 – August 27, 2026 →

Day two aboard the training ship was a day full of fun for everyone! Youngies mustered on the helo-deck at sunrise, while we cruised around Cape Cod. We tied up at MMA … Continue reading Orientation Day 11 – August 26, 2026 →

Cadet Candidates woke up this morning on board the training ship, ready to depart! We left Buzzards Bay around 0845, and Cadet Candidates manned the rails got our departure. The Coast Guard … Continue reading Orientation Day 10 – August 25, 2026 →

Day 9 started off with Round 2 of the PT Assessment. The second time through the assessment allows the Cadet Candidates to see all of their hard work and discipline put into … Continue reading Orientation Day 9 – August 24, 2026 →

Day 8 started off a little differently than the others. There was no PT this morning, and instead, Cadet Candidates had the opportunity to attend a non-denonimational religious service, or continue to … Continue reading Orientation Day 8 – August 23, 2026 →

We are officially more than halfway through Orientation! It is hard to believe how far the Cadet Candidates have come, but it will be amazing to see their final outcome at Orientation … Continue reading Orientation Day 7 – August 22, 2026 →

Day 6 was filled with some rain, but this did not seem to affect the Cadet Candidates. The C/Cs pushed through their field exercises and cadence run, and went on to continue … Continue reading Orientation Day 6 – August 22, 2026 →

Day 5 started off with a beautiful sunrise and some PT with Rear Admiral McDonald. 1st Battalion completed the run around campus, while 2nd Battalion put in the work at the field exercises. … Continue reading Orientation Day 5 – August 20, 2026 →

Day 4 was a day of pride and honor. It is truly amazing to see companies becoming families, and relying on fellow shipmates and Cadre to work as a team. This started … Continue reading Orientation Day 4 – August 19, 2026 →

Cadet Candidates got a motivating start to their morning with the PT assessment. Each C/C was tested on their one mile run, push-ups, and sit-ups. The determination put forth was extraordinary, and … Continue reading Orientation Day 3 – August 18, 2026 →

Day 2, the first full day of orientation. Cadet Candidates proved why they wanted to be here, and showed up to everything with grit and enthusiasm. While some things may still be … Continue reading Orientation Day 2 – August 17, 2026 →

Welcome Aboard! Today Cadet Candidates made their first step to joining the Regiment of Cadets, and this is a huge accomplishment. Cadets Candidates arrived early this morning, moved into their rooms, changed … Continue reading Orientation Day 1 – August 16, 2026 →

That’s a wrap on Pre-Orientation!!! Day 5 kicked off with a canal run and a swim in our very own Buzzards Bay. The work these Cadre have put in over the course … Continue reading Pre-O Day 5 – August 14, 2026 →

Pre-O Day 4 was all about team bonding! For PT this morning, Cadre played capture the flag, and were able to have fun after regimented PT all week. After PT and the … Continue reading Pre-O Day 4 – August 13, 2026 →

Pre-O Day 3, arguably the best day of Pre-Orientation. The day started as any other, with PT at sunrise and briefs throughout the morning and afternoon. Cadre had the opportunity to tour … Continue reading Pre-O Day 3 – August 12, 2026 →

Pre-Orientation Day 2 was filled with both learning and leadership opportunities. After getting the day started at 0545 with PT, Cadre attended medical briefs to learn about lifesaving techniques and strategies for … Continue reading Pre-O Day 2 – August 11, 2026 →

All hands on deck!Pre-Orientation has officially kicked off in Buzzards Bay, with just six days until the new class of Cadet Candidates arrives. The Cadre have moved in and have been busy … Continue reading Pre-O Day 1 – August 10, 2026 →