Existing League Cadet Uniforms
If you have graduated from Navy League Orientation (NLO), start here.
Click the images on this page to see a larger version of the uniforms. These pictures show you the exact (and only) way to wear and prepare your perfect uniform.
We have a Supply Officer. If your uniform does not fit properly or you have outgrown it, please work with the Supply Officer for alterations or for a new size. These uniforms are property of the U.S. Navy. Never cut or permanently alter a uniform. Never use hem tape, glue or other adhesives on uniforms. Lost or damaged uniforms will result in a fee for replacement.
All cadet gear must be labeled with their last name. You might consider purchasing these iron-on name labels.
YOU MUST TURN IN YOUR UNIFORM PIECES IN ORDER TO BE ISSUED A NEW SIZE.
NWU Type III (Navy Working Uniform Type III)
Provided by division - trousers (pants), blouse (shirt), 8-point cover, black web belt with silver buckle, black rigger belt, USNLCC tape, NLCC flashes, rank insignia (as earned), name tapes, blousing straps
black crew socks
coyote brown undershirts (qty 3)
Note: Upon completion of Navy League Orientation, cadets will turn in their recruit cover/ball cap, to receive their 8-point cover.
NWU Type I (Navy Working Uniform Type I) - “Blueberries”
This uniform is used as an alternate when NWU Type III uniform is unavailable or more than one uniform is needed for an activity.
Provided by division - same as NWU III above
Provided by cadet
navy blue undershirt (qty 2)
Woodland Camo BDU (Battle Dress Uniform)
These are only worn when directed for special field operations.
Provided by division - same as NWU III & NWU I above
Provided by cadet
PTU (Physical Training Uniform)
When you outgrow the PTU that you received when you joined, you may choose to purchase new PTU or trade your PTU in to supply to receive pre-worn replacements at no charge.
Provided by division - 2 gold/yellow t-shirts with Sea Cadet logo, 1 navy blue shorts with Sea Cadet logo
Provided by cadet
running sneakers (not fashion, basketball/hightops, skate, etc)
white crew socks
navy blue sweat pants and navy blue sweat shirt
Sea Cadet-logoed items may be purchased from Vanguard
or
Plain navy blue sweats (no logos of any kind)
Optional: Extra shorts
Sea Cadet-logoed items may be purchased from Vanguard
or
Plain navy blue athletic shorts (no logos of any kind)
Optional: Extra tshirts
Sea Cadet-logoed items may be purchased from Vanguard
or
Gold cotton tshirt (no logos of any kind)
Dress Uniform (Salt & Peppers) (Worn year round)
Provided by division - name tag, cover (dixie cup/hat), NLCC flashes, rank insignia (as earned), ribbon rack with ribbons (as earned)
Provided by cadet -
tall black dress socks
white crew neck cotton undershirt (no logos or writing of any kind, not a v-neck)
Notes: See graphic on this page for flash placement measurements
NLCC flash - left shoulder only, 1 inch down from shoulder seam
Rank chevrons - right shoulder only, midway between NLCC flash and sleeve edge/elbow
Other Issued Items
Green sea bag (duffle)
Black fleece parka liner
Cadets needs to provide these additional items
Canteen with belt (Regular water bottles are permitted at most unit activities)
Extra blousing straps (easy to lose, only one set is issued)
Black winter gloves (no logos of any kind)
Tent, sleeping bag, thin sleeping mat (for occasional overnight camping drills)
Navy blue swim trunks for males, one-piece navy blue swim suit for females
Final Note: When cadets attend national advanced trainings, they may need additional quantities of some of these standard uniform items. As well as, training-specific items like bedding and towels.
