On August 25th, our Color Guard team had the honor of participating in the NTT INDYCAR Series at Portland International Raceway. The team raced over to the event, proudly representing our unit and contributing to the prestigious occasion. We extend our heartfelt thanks to the organizers for allowing us to be part of this exciting event.
This summer, several members of our organization traveled across the country to attend prestigious leadership schools, gaining valuable skills and experiences. Three members flew to the East Coast for Advanced Leadership School, while others attended Division 6 and Division 3 Senior and Junior Leadership Schools. We proudly recognize YM/ Master Sergeant Gallant for placing in the top 10 at Advanced Leadership School, YM/ Gunnery Sergeant Bisila as the Honor Graduate of her Senior Leadership class, and YM/ Corporal Mutter as the Honor Graduate of her Junior Leadership class. Additionally, YM/ Corporal Harper-Osborne received the Molly Marine Award for the highest female PFT score in her Junior Leadership class. Congratulations to all for their outstanding achievements!
We are thrilled to announce the recent achievements of our dedicated group who attended the Senior and Junior Leadership School in Tennessee, Division 3. Every participant put in tremendous effort, and we are especially proud of YM/Ssgt Bisila and YM/Cpl Mutter I, who excelled and earned the Honor Graduate title in their respective classes. Their hard work and commitment have brought great pride to our unit. Congratulations to these outstanding individuals! Oorah!!
The Friday night parade at La Center’s Our Days Celebration featured a special appearance by the Lewis & Clark Young Marines. Invited to participate in this community event, the Young Marines proudly marched through the streets, engaging the crowd with their enthusiastic cadence calls. The event was a highlight for participants and spectators alike, showcasing the community’s vibrant spirit and unity. A heartfelt thank you to La Center for the warm welcome and support.
On a bright Saturday, the Lewis & Clark Young Marines had an unforgettable experience touring the historic PT Boat 658 and LCI 713 on Swan Island, thanks to the dedicated volunteers at the PT 658 organization. These young adventurers learned fascinating facts about the PT Boat 658, the fastest wooden boat of its time and one of the most heavily armed for its size during WWII. PT boats played a critical role in daring missions, often engaging in close combat situations that larger warships couldn’t undertake. For those interested in more information or a tour, visit www.savetheboatinc.com or www.pt658heritage.org.
