6 Nov 2003

NSCC INFORMATION LETTER 9-03

1. This is the 2003 NSCC/NLCC Winter Training Schedule. At enclosure (1) are the dates and locations for 2003 winter training. Locally arranged training authority orders, NSCTNG 003/004's, will be used for all training and are to be submitted IAW directions provided for training opportunities in this letter. For all training:

  • 2004 Federal Funding support will be available; guidelines for winter training will follow general training guidelines as previously promulgated ref (a).
  • $80.00 nonrefundable deposit for all two week evolutions and $40.00 nonrefundable deposit for all one week evolutions unless otherwise specified. 
    (some prices are different due to course length and/or cost of course materials)
  • COTC's are quota control for all training. Unit CO's are to request quotas from COTC's or POC in advance of sending orders and fees.
  • Fees are to be sent with the NSCTNG 003 directly to the COTC or Point of Contact IAW directions provided. COTC's will retain the fees for the conduct of the training and batch forward NSCTNG 003/004's to NHQ after training.
  • Cashier's check, or money order only, unless other wise specified.
  • Unit CO's ensure cadet preparation (including medical qualification) IAW refs (b) and (c). RT Cadets must have passed PRT. Don't send if unable to pass PRT!

2. Additional general notes: MOST IMPORTANT; YOU HAVE TO READ THIS! Training sites are military activities and access is controlled, and varies IAW the particular area alert condition in effect. This training schedule is promulgated based on the alert condition currently in effect (date of ltr), with the expectation that alert conditions currently in effect will not change and base access will still be allowed at the time of training. However, this can change in a moments notice, base access can be denied, or the training location can be changed, or the training cancelled entirely!

  • For all training, Unit CO's must maintain liaison with the COTC right up to the last minute to ensure they and their cadets are aware of any last minute changes or cancellations.
  • For everybody, ensure point of contact information on applications is accurate, clear, and legible.
  • If flying, recommend fully refundable tickets AND double check with COTC's to ensure the training location is firm before booking.
  • Winter training counts for advancement.

a. All cadets must be under orders. Locally arranged Training Authority NSCTNG 003 and 004's are the forms to be used. Don't forget to contact COTC's and get quotas/prior approval, COTC's must know that you're coming and how.

b. ID cards must be up to date through end of training requested. An expired ID card means that the insurance has also expired, and you cannot train unless enrolled.

3. RECRUIT TRAINING: The NSCC Recruit Training curriculum approved by Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, IL for NSCC use is 114 hours in length. Of this 114 hours, 30 hours are dedicated to physical fitness and company commander time and the remaining 84 hours are dedicated to 32 Navy RTC approved lessons. Providing an adequate winter recruit training over the Christmas holiday period requires COTC's to squeeze as much of this curriculum as possible into this 10 day training period. Recruit training is scheduled for the entire period 26 December through 4 January. If cadets cannot attend the entire period of training, wait for 2004 summer recruit training and do not apply for this winter training.

4.  For all cadets training at Naval Facilities Expeditionary Logistics Center , Port Hueneme (used to be CBC, Port Hueneme ) local orders are to be hand carried by each cadet in their service record.  All cadets must register electronically for their training of choice at Port Hueneme .  Go to  resources.seacadets.org  and follow directions for winter training at Port Hueneme (being posted  first week in Nov).  Regarding travel, cadets should plan to arrive in the Los Angeles area by 1000 the morning of training and not have a return flight prior to 1600 on 4 January.  Burbank airport is the preferred arrival airport.  A shuttle service has been set up at a cost of $45.00 per person.  E-mail  seacadetrtc@earthlink.net  (after 10 Nov) for additional information or call (805) 982-6174. 

5. For all cadets training at Camp Parks Reserve Forces Training Area, if flying in, San Jose or Oakland airports preferred; arrival between 0600 and 1400 the day training starts. E-mail LCDR Littrell with airline, flight number, and arrival time earliest littrell0843@aol.com or call (209) 648-5310 after 5:30 PM.

6. This information letter is cancelled effective 31 January 2004.



H.J. Nyland

Distribution:
NSCC/NLCC Unit Commanding Officers
Regional Directors
NSCC Headquarters Representatives