
Who We Are
The Young Marines is a youth education and service program for boys and girls, ages 8 through completion of high school. The Young Marines promotes the mental, moral, and physical development of its members. The program focuses on character building, leadership, and promotes a healthy, drug-free lifestyle. The Young Marines is the focal point for the U.S Marine Corps' Youth Drug Demand Reduction efforts.
Get to Know Us
The South Plains Young Marines unit started in October of 2019 with just a handful of boys and girls. Today, our unit has grown to 20 Young Marines. We meet every other Saturday for Drill which consists of a variety of activities such as Drug Demand Reduction, American Legion clean up, physical training, close order drill and much more.
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In Action
The South Plains Young Marines has had the honor of participating in many parades, community service opportunities and Veteran appreciation events. See our unit in action and find out how you can request us for color guard, Pledge of Allegiance, community service or Veteran appreciation and service.
PAST
EVENTS
Nov. 5th, 2022
Veteran's Day Parade
Dec. 17th, 2022
Wreaths Across America
April 29th, 2023
West Texas Salute to Veterans
June 16th-18th, 2023
West Texas Comic Con
UPCOMING
EVENTS
Oct. 26th, 2023
Bubba's 33 Trunk or Treat
Oct. 28th, 2023
Drill & Graduation (Unit only)
Nov. 11th, 2023
Veteran Luncheon
Dec. 9th, 2023
New Recruit & Parent Orientation
Oct. 16th, 2023
Wreaths Across America Ceremony
Dec. 17th, 2023
Unit End of Year Party (Unit only)
Coming Soon