Columbia River Young Marines

Columbia River
Young Marines
Parent Information
and
Recruit Registration Night

WELCOME TO
COLUMBIA RIVER YOUNG MARINES!
• National Unit of the Year 2005 – 2006
• Distinguished Unit Citation 2005
• Home of the 2008-2009 National Young
Marine of the Year, YM Sgt Maj Garrett
Brim
• Northwest Regiment Unit of the Year
2009-2010

Meet Our Staff:
• Alores Villanueva, Unit Commander
• Byron Carlson, Executive Officer
• Tony Quinn, Paymaster
• Shannon Parker, Adjutant
• Jackie Stout, Quartermaster
• John Villanueva, Pauline Carlson, Athena Clark,
Erik Langlois, Kyle Southwick, Amy Palmer,
Syd Haase – Trainers and Unit Staff

ABOUT US:
The Young Marines is a youth education and service
program for boys and girls, ages 8 through completion of
high school, which promotes mental, moral, and physical
development. The program focuses on character
building, leadership, and promotes a healthy, drug-free
lifestyle, and from 1993-2010 was the focal point for the
U.S. Marine Corps' Youth Drug Demand Reduction
efforts.

What we are
• Pro
– teacher
– parent
– authority
– military
– veteran
– youth
– family
– earning what we get
– and of course……

WE ARE DRUG FREE!!

We believe in
• Community service
• Physical fitness
• Academic
achievement
• Pride in Appearance
• Respecting our
parents, teachers,
ourselves, and others.
• Our country
• God

Guiding Principles
• The health, welfare and safety of Young
Marines is paramount.
• We will never forget that this program is for
our youth.
• We will uphold the core values of Honor,
Courage and Commitment.
• We pledge to the parents to serve as
positive role models to their children.

What we do
• Teach:
– Discipline
– Respect
– History
– Patriotism
– Teamwork
– Survival Skills
– Leadership Skills
– Pride/self esteem
– Responsibility

How we teach
• Close order drill
• Camping
• Class work
• Field trips
• Physical training
• Competition
• Team building
• Fundraising
• BY EXAMPLE

What We Are Not
• Not a recruiting service for
the Marines.
• Not a Rambo outfit
– no weapons, warfare or
tactics
• Not a “scared straight”
correctional program.
• Not a baby-sitting service.
• Not couch potatoes.
• Not funded.

REQUIREMENTS
• A copy of a birth certificate is required for all
youth.
• A Social Security Number, INS identification
card, or tax ID number is required for all
youth.
• Young Marines must have physicals updated
annually.

REQUIREMENTS (cont)
• Young Marines must be actively enrolled in
public, private, or certified home school and
in good standing (not expelled). Failure to
maintain enrollment in one of the above is
grounds for dismissal from the program.
• Must have never been convicted of a felony
or misdemeanor involving weapons or child
abuse.
• Must follow all YM rules and regulations.

JUST SOME OF THE RULES…..
• Males don’t wear earrings.
• Males have short conservative haircuts.
• No finger nail polish for males…flesh tone for females.
• No eccentric hair styles.
• No bagging/sagging – pants worn at waist with shirts
tucked in.
• Must show respect for YM rank and authority.
• Have to say, “Yes, M’am”…
• Don’t say “yeah.”

JUST SOME MORE OF THE RULES…..
• No profanity.
• Covers (hats) off indoors.
• NO DRUGS OR GANGS.
• Must be registered in, attending, and getting
good grades in school.
• No threatening behavior

What do YOU get out of being in the
Young Marines?
• Camping trips
• National Schools
• Unit trips
• CPR/First Aid cert.
• Parades/color guards
• Unit Pride
• Self Respect
• The pride of your
community

Frequently asked questions
• Where do we train?
– Lee bldg., unless otherwise advised.
• When?
– Every other Thursday from 1800-2000 (6-8)
– Every other Saturday from 0830-1430 (8:30-2:30)
• How much does it cost?
– $180…can be divided into 3 payments.
• What do I get for my money?
– Most of the regular and PT uniform, guidebook,
newsletter, patches as well as annual dues, insurance.

FAQ’s cont.
• Is there a limit on the number of recruits accepted
into Boot Camp?
– Yes, 40 is the maximum
• When does Boot Camp 2013 start?
– Saturday January 5 th , 2013
• Do we need a physical?
– Yes, a recent (within last 6 months) school sports
physical will do, but our paperwork must be filled out.
• Are staff members paid?
– No, the staff is 100% volunteer.

FAQs cont.
• Do I have to attend all the trainings?
– Recruits are allowed not more than 3 excused
absences during Boot Camp.
– Young Marines must notify staff in advance to
be excused.
– Multiple unexcused absences may result in
being dropped from the program.
– Leaves of absence--Available for Young
Marines only for athletic or school activity
reasons...must be requested in writing and
approved by Unit Commander.

FAQ cont.
• Are there mandatory events?
– Attendance at every event is strongly
encouraged but there are 5 that are mandatory
for all Young Marines and Recruits.
• Graduation
• Spring Car Wash
• Memorial Day
• Fall Fundraiser
• Veterans Day
– Missing a mandatory event may exclude you
from a fun activity like camping, or hinder
promotions, etc.

I’ve got my packet, now what?
• Fill out the packet COMPLETELY, and don’t
forget a copy of your child’s birth certificate.
Failure to do so means your packet won’t be accepted.
• Enclose a check for $180. ($60 if choosing to
make 3 payments.) Make it out to CRYM
• Mail it to the address on the envelope or
• Turn it in at any scheduled training.
• Check the calendar page at www.crym.org
to verify training schedule and location.
• All packets must be postmarked by Saturday,
December 15th.

What do I need to provide?
• Plain white t-shirt with last name written in black
2” letters on back.
• Running shoes with white socks.
• Any color sweatpants (these will be replaced by
unit gear when they come in.)
• Lunch for Saturday trainings.
• Pen or pencil.
• Recruits and their parents provide the boots
(unit can order them for you at $20 per pair.)

How do I become a
Young Marine??
• Attend and graduate from Boot Camp.
– Approximately 3 months of training, every other
Thursday and every other Saturday.
– Learn Drug Demand Reduction, YM Obligation,
YM history, basic drill, physical training, teamwork,
military jargon, etc.
– Must successfully complete all prescribed enabling
objectives, must pass a physical fitness test and must
pass basic drill performance in order to graduate.
– Keep a positive, motivated attitude and work hard.

I did my best, but...
• I didn’t pass one of the tests or didn’t
complete all enabling objectives…..
Do I have to quit?
– No, you are still a member of the Young
Marine family.
– You will stay in a Recruit status until you pass
the tests and claim the title.
– There may be some encampments or details
where Recruits are not able to participate.

This concludes our power point presentation
• Our staff is here to help you. Please don’t
hesitate to ask questions in advance.
Remember - assuming that we will fill in
something that you left blank is an error.
Incomplete packets will be turned away.
• Think of a question later? Just email the
Unit Commander at
columbiariverym@aol.com or locate the
email address on www.crym.org
Any questions?