Junior Marine Patrol Academy

The North Carolina Marine Patrol Junior Academy provides an outstanding opportunity for youth to experience what it is like to work as a North Carolina Marine Patrol Officer and to foster positive interactions with them, to learn responsible boating and fishing, and to learn about the state’s natural resources, methods of seafood harvest and the impact made by conservation law enforcement. To accomplish this goal, cadets will be exposed to boat handling, navigation, water safety and survival, fish and gear identification, ethical angling practices and physical fitness.  Sign up for a challenging and fun filled week for the 1st annual NC Marine Patrol Jr Academy.

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General

  • Cadets are expected to wear their academy uniform to the academy each day.  The uniform will be clean and ironed.  Shirts will be tucked in, and shorts will be worn at the waist.
  • Clothing that is of inappropriate length or fit must not be worn.
  • Cadets must inform the academy staff if they are experiencing a problem with another cadet or other issues. If the staff are not informed about a problem, they cannot stop the problem or assist the cadet.
  • We expect all cadets to have fun, but NOT at the expense of others.
  • Cadets are encouraged to participate in all activities to the best of their ability.
  • Violation of the Academy Code of Conduct can be grounds for automatic dismissal. Refunds are not given when a cadet is dismissed from the academy program.
  • Weapons, look-alike weapons, or objects that may be used to threaten, intimidate, or harm others or to damage property may not be brought to the academy.

Safety

  • Cadets must wear closed-toe/closed-heel shoes unless directed otherwise by academy staff.
  • Cadets need to pay attention to their surroundings and use care in all activities.
  • Cadets will adhere to all safety rules and regulations given for each activity they participate in while at the academy.

Respect

As a cadet, I will:

  • Be respectful, cooperative and contribute positively to the experience of fellow cadets.
  • Be careful and consider that my actions will not hurt other cadets’ feelings or hurt them physically, either intentionally or accidentally.
  • Show respect to the academy staff and cooperate fully with their instructions and follow directions.
  • Respect the rights and beliefs of others and treat others with courtesy and consideration.
  • Respect the personal space and property of others. 
  • Be respectful of all academy property and equipment/supplies.
  • Never mark, deface or destroy academy or personal property or nature.

Behavior

As a cadet, I will:

  • Conduct myself responsibly. I understand that horseplay, inappropriate touching, unwelcome teasing/bullying or other unkind behaviors are not allowed and will not be tolerated.
  • Communicate in an appropriate manner, which means I will not use foul language or gestures, harsh words or raise my voice.
  • Refrain from deliberately causing bodily harm to the cadets or staff. I understand that pushing, kicking, hitting or fighting are not acceptable behaviors and will not be tolerated and will be grounds for suspension/dismissal from the academy program.

Items Provided by the Academy

  • 3 t-shirts
  • 1 long sleeve dri-fit shirt
  • 1 ball cap
  • 1 PFD (personal floatation device)
  • Water & snacks

Items Provided by the Student

  • black shorts w/ belt loops
  • bathing suit (boys = trunks, girls = one-piece suit)
  • athletic shoes (preferably black or grey) No opened-toe/opened-heel shoes allowed.
  • towel
  • lunch
  • t-shirt & athletic shorts for PT

Suggested items - Not Required

  • water shoes 
  • sunscreen

Additional Notes:  

  • Cadets will maintain a neat appearance.
  • The academy uniform (shirt, shorts, ball cap and shoes) will be clean and ironed.  If any of the uniform becomes soiled, those items will not be worn again until they are laundered and ironed.
  • Shirts will be tucked in, and shorts will be worn at the waist.
  • Long hair will stay secured with a plain black hair tie in a ponytail or bun in such a way that the hair will remain secured throughout the day during all activities (i.e., exercising, boating, swimming, etc.).
  • Cadets will maintain all their supplies in an organized manner.
  • Cell phones will be turned off or silenced during instructional time.

  • First Day:  Parents/Guardians should come into class with the cadet to get any additional information and give permission slips to the instructors if not sent in earlier.  Classroom activities will be held in the hangar at the back of the Division of Marine Fisheries office at 3441 Arendell Street, Morehead City.
  • The Academy begins promptly at 8:00 a.m. and ends at 5:00 p.m.  Please be on time when bringing children to class and when picking them up.
  • Lunch break will be taken from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
  • Junior Academy activities are held rain or shine.
  • Notify the Junior Academy contact, Officer Erik Smith at (252) 342-1296, if a cadet will be absent or late. 
  • An instructor has the option to dismiss a cadet who is disruptive.  One warning will be given to the cadet and parent/guardian.
  • Travel by vehicles and vessels require cadets to follow specified rules and regulations set forth by the instructors, the N.C. Marine Patrol and Division of Marine Fisheries.