What We Do

Color Guard

Flags were used by many armies to identify a formation or group of soldiers. During a battle, flags were used to identify the location of these groups.  These flags were treated with reverence as they represented the traditions and honor of the unit.  To protect these flags, a smaller detachment of experienced soldiers would be honored to protect the colors of the unit.

Being assigned to the color guard is considered an honor due to the fact that these individuals present and carry the symbols of their unit and country  The USNSCC-Columbus Squadron is available to perform Color/Honor Guard services at your special event.

We have performed Color Guard at many events including:

• Navy Ball - Columbus, Ohio
• Naval Reserve Columbus, Ohio - Change of Command
• New Wing dedication at Mott’s Military Museum
• Navy League of Central Ohio Annual meeting
• Opening of the Santa Maria ship in Columbus, Ohio
• Arrival of the USS George H.W. Bush (CVN-77)
• Numerous Military Retirement Ceremonies

Community Service

Cadets in the USNSCC-Columbus Squadron love to give back to our communities.  We have and continue to be involved in support of many service events in the surrounding communities. 

Some of these events are:

• Honor Flight - Columbus, Ohio
• Fallen Heroes - Sunbury, Ohio
• Upper Arlington Fourth of July Parade
• Operation Flag - Franklin County

Exposure to all things NAVY

At the USNSCC-Columbus Squadron, we try to  introduce youth to naval life, to develop in them a sense of pride, patriotism, courage, and self-reliance.  We try to expose cadets to many different and diverse opportunities that can help shape their future.

Some of these activities include:

• Training with SEAL and Special Warfare personnel
• Working with Navy Seabees
• Taking Naval Military Requirement Coursework for advancement
• NSCC Advance Trainings
• NSCC Physical Fitness and Swimming Training
• Talking with Naval Career Counselors

Field Trips

Some of the trips we have taken are:

• Visiting the Strike Fighter Squadron - Golden Warriors (VFA-87) at Oceana NAS, Va.
• USMC Training Depot Parris Island
• US Air Force Museum
• The Ohio State University NROTC
• 179th Airlift Wing of the Ohio National Guard
• US Naval Academy

Other Activities

Other Activities we do or have done are

• High Ropes Course to learn team building, leadership and problem solving.
• Participate in Southeast Ohio chapter of Pheasants Forever Annual Outdoor Education Event
• SeaPerch
• CyperPatriot
• Scuba Training
• Marksmanship

USNSCC - COLUMBUS SQUADRON