Welcome you to the official website of the Douglas County Young Marines. The Young Marines is a youth program for boys and girls, ages 8 through 18, or the completion of high school.

This national program focuses on character building, discipline, leadership and promotes a healthy drug-free lifestyle. All interested individuals must complete a recruit training period that will introduce you to new and rigorous challenges, preparing you for the opportunity to earn the title “Young Marine.” This website has a great deal of information and I encourage you to look around to learn more about our program. If you wish to find a unit in your area, click on the National/Unit Locator tab above. You do not need live in Douglas County to become a member of our unit. If you would like to find out more about becoming a member or to be added to the interest list for the next recruit class (held every March through May), view the About Us/Recruit Training page and fill out the interest form.

Thank you for your interest in Douglas County Young Marines.

MAJ L. W. THOMPSON UNIT CO USMC