*** Winter Training Dates 26 DEC 2023 to 01 JAN 2024***
*** STAFF OFFICERS AND STAFF CADETS FORMALLY REPORT ON 26 DEC 2023 between 0900-1000 ***
Welcome to Combined Training Command Puget Sound!
FORT WORDEN, PORT TOWNSEND, WASHINGTON
During their time at Fort Worden each cadet will receive extensive training. They will be challenged physically, mentally, and academically on a daily basis. From reveille at 0600, until taps at 2200, every minute will be spent sharpening and polishing themselves. The cadets are held to the highest standards of each courses' curriculum, which are consistent with the mission and goals of the Naval Sea Cadet Corps and Navy League Cadet Corps. They will return home standing a little taller, a little more responsible, and a little more mature than when they arrived.
Please see the Welcome Aboard letter here.
Discipline
This is a ZERO TOLERANCE training environment. There are no second chances for misbehavior, especially in cases of bullying, harassment (verbal, sexual and/or physical), language and/or violence (physical or verbal). "Boys will be boys" or "kids are unpredictable" are not excuses that will be tolerated at this training. Parents and Commanding Officers, please note this strict Zero Tolerance policy.
Commanding Officers, please make sure your cadets (and their parents) are made aware of this policy. Parents will be required to pick up their cadets, or arrange for transportation. Please remind the parents/guardians that "training week" is not the time to schedule a vacation. If no parent/guardian is available to escort a cadet home who has been dismissed, for disciplinary or medical reasons, we will have no option but to call the WA State Department of Health and Human Services for assistance.
Registration
Registration will not be confirmed until all required elements in the Parent Portal for training registration have been completed. DO NOT send registration fees until you have been confirmed.
Medical and Special Needs Forms
If your cadet has any medical needs or a request for accommodation, or has a special dietary need, please be sure they are properly listed during registration in the Parent Portal in Magellan. If a cadet shows up without prior authorization on any medications or dietary needs, we will be unprepared for the cadet and will have no option but to turn them away.
Travel
Rocket Transportation is a shuttle provider for cadets/instructors to come from SeaTac International Airport to Port Townsend for this training. They are not affiliated with the NSCC nor have any obligations to the NSCC. The NSCC does not have any relationship with them whatsoever.
The CTC is not able to provide transportation to or from SeaTac International Airport.
DO NOT book a flight without coordinating with your preferred transportation to make sure your cadet has enough time to reach the airport and check-in.
PLEASE READ THE TRAVEL & REPORTING FAQ HERE!
Reporting
All cadets to report at Fort Worden between 1400 to 1600 on Tuesday, 26 DEC 2023.
All cadets to report to the 225 Barracks Building. Click here for site map.
Lodging
Cadets and staff will be lodged in military-style barracks. Cadets and Officers will be required to bring their own sleeping bag and bed linens. The berthing areas are climate controlled.
COVID-19 Information
If you plan on traveling a long distance to this training, please be aware that if a cadet shows signs and/or symptoms of COVID-19, they may be asked to travel home -- we cannot quarantine or isolate individuals at the training site. Please keep this in mind prior to signing up.
Sea Bag Requirements
The Sea Bag requirements for all Navy League training are described in NLCC Sea Bag List.
The Sea Bag requirements for all Sea Cadet training are described in NSCC Sea Bag List.
No laundry facilities are available, so it is imperative trainees bring at least the required number of items. If granted, trainees will wear civilian clothes during liberty times, plan on temperatures between 30 and 50 degrees.
T-Shirts
CTC T-Shirts may be purchased at a later date. Please check back regularly.
Spending Money
Please DO NOT send any spending money with your cadets to spend at the training. There will be no opportunity for shopping during this training.
Graduation
Graduations for all trainings will be on Monday, 01 JAN 2024 at 1000.
Training Fees - $225 for Recruit Training; $175 for all Others
Once your cadet is Confirmed for the training, you may then remit payment.
By Credit Card: Please pay at this link: https://square.link/u/eK9hcaDc. Please note the cadet name and training.
By check or cashier's check: Mail to CTC Puget Sound, c/o LCDR Jared Moravec, 11799 Manzanita Lane, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110. You may also email a scanned copy of the front and back of the check in two separate files to ctcpnw@seacadets.org for faster processing and approval. Checks are to be made out to 'Naval Sea Cadet Corps - Puget Sound'. ABSOLUTELY NO MONEY ORDERS!
Limited "Three for Free" Vouchers will be accepted. Please contact the COTC prior to registration.
Payments must be received by 03 DEC 2023.
Questions
Request to join our the CTC Puget Sound Facebook Group for additional information, billet availability, and training photos.
Escort officers and staff cadets may contact the OIC and/or COTC directly; trainees and all others should first address their questions to their unit chain of command before contacting the COTC.
ABSOLUTELY NO PHONE CALLS!!! EMAIL ONLY to ctcpnw@seacadets.org.
LCDR Jared W. Moravec, NSCC
Commanding Officer of the Training Contingent