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MILFORD – The U. S. Naval Academy Offshore Sail Training Squadron will visit Milford over the July 4th weekend.
After a 300-nautical mile sail from Annapolis, Md., four NA-44 foot sailboats will arrive at Milford Landing on the morning of July 3. The vessels, crewed by midshipmen, will stay at Milford Landing until departure on July 6.
The NA-44’s will be welcomed by USCG Auxiliary and Milford Fire Department vessels. Milford Boatworks will provide fuel and support services to the fleet; maintenance will be handled by Port Milford.
On Friday evening, the midshipmen will participate in the “Honoring our Hero’s” ceremonies at the Westfield Connecticut Post Mall. The evening will conclude with a fireworks display. On Sunday evening, Milford Yacht Club will act as host for the midshipmen for a private reception and dinner.
The public is welcome to tour the USNA offshore sailing vessels from noon to 4 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, and to meet the midshipmen who crew them.
The Milford Chamber of Commerce is seeking the public’s involvement to support the visit of these future Navy and Marine Corps officers. Specifically, the Chamber requests financial donations to help offset the cost of hosting the midshipmen.
Donations can be sent to the Milford Chamber of Commerce, 5 Broad Street, Milford, 06880. Make the checks payable to: Milford Chamber of Commerce Trust Fund-USNA Visit.
Milford has long supported the U.S. military. With many veterans in the area, everyone is encouraged to give financial support in any way possible. This is the community’s opportunity to thank these fine young men and women who will be serving their country during these difficult times.
The Naval Academy provides a four-year undergraduate education for 4400 Midshipmen (students) to prepare them morally, mentally and physically to be professional officers in the naval service. Upon graduation, Midshipmen are awarded a Bachelor of Science degree and receive a commission either as an ensign in the U.S. Navy or a second lieutenant in the U.S. Marine Corps, where they serve at least five years as leaders of Sailors and Marines.
For more information about the Naval Academy, visit www.usna.edu.
Photo credit: Ralph Naranjo
The NA-44’s will be welcomed by USCG Auxiliary and Milford Fire Department vessels. Milford Boatworks will provide fuel and support services to the fleet; maintenance will be handled by Port Milford.
On Friday evening, the midshipmen will participate in the “Honoring our Hero’s” ceremonies at the Westfield Connecticut Post Mall. The evening will conclude with a fireworks display. On Sunday evening, Milford Yacht Club will act as host for the midshipmen for a private reception and dinner.
The public is welcome to tour the USNA offshore sailing vessels from noon to 4 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, and to meet the midshipmen who crew them.
The Milford Chamber of Commerce is seeking the public’s involvement to support the visit of these future Navy and Marine Corps officers. Specifically, the Chamber requests financial donations to help offset the cost of hosting the midshipmen.
Donations can be sent to the Milford Chamber of Commerce, 5 Broad Street, Milford, 06880. Make the checks payable to: Milford Chamber of Commerce Trust Fund-USNA Visit.
Milford has long supported the U.S. military. With many veterans in the area, everyone is encouraged to give financial support in any way possible. This is the community’s opportunity to thank these fine young men and women who will be serving their country during these difficult times.
The Naval Academy provides a four-year undergraduate education for 4400 Midshipmen (students) to prepare them morally, mentally and physically to be professional officers in the naval service. Upon graduation, Midshipmen are awarded a Bachelor of Science degree and receive a commission either as an ensign in the U.S. Navy or a second lieutenant in the U.S. Marine Corps, where they serve at least five years as leaders of Sailors and Marines.
For more information about the Naval Academy, visit www.usna.edu.
Photo credit: Ralph Naranjo
Editor's note: This information was provide courtesy of Kathy Alagno.
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