Happy Independence Day! The Lewis & Clark Young Marines proudly marched in the Hillsboro, Oregon Rotary 4th of July Parade this morning. Our heartfelt thanks go to the local Elks lodge for providing us with delicious donuts and refreshing water, which gave us the energy we needed for the event. While waiting for the parade to start, we had the pleasure of meeting and playing games with the Tualatin Valley Young Marines, our neighboring unit. It was a fantastic opportunity to bond and have fun together. Oorah!
Lewis & Clark Young Marines Shine as Color Guard at ABB Formula E in Portland
This past weekend, the Lewis & Clark Young Marines had the honor of serving as the Color Guard for the ABB Formula E event held at the Portland International Raceway. The young patriots showcased their discipline and pride, adding a touch of tradition and respect to the electrifying atmosphere of the races on both Saturday and Sunday. The event was made even more memorable when the group had the opportunity to meet the talented singer Natalie Jane, who graciously took the time to connect with these young heroes. Oorah to the Lewis & Clark Young Marines for their outstanding representation and commitment!
Fort Vancouver’s CMAC Ceremony Celebrates Memorial Day with Community and Service
The Lewis & Clark Young Marines concluded their Memorial Day weekend by participating in the Community Military Appreciation Committee (CMAC) Ceremony at the Fort Vancouver National Historic Site. The ceremony was a heartfelt tribute to honor our heroes, featuring inspiring speeches from notable figures such as National Parks Service Superintendent Tracy Fortmann, Vancouver Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle, University of Portland’s Professor of Military Science, ARMY ROTC Lieutenant Colonel John P. Toll, and Combat Veteran and Purple Heart recipient SSG (Ret.) John Kaiser, US ARMY. The event concluded with a Unit formation where YM/GySgt Rider, C. was awarded the CMAC Certificate of Appreciation for his dedicated volunteer service in the Armed Forces of the United States. Oorah!