Anyone 10 years or older may join. Ages 10-13 are considered League Cadets, while ages 14 through high school graduation are considered Sea Cadets. Adults can volunteer at any age, with minimum requirements met.

Yes, Raleigh Battalion would like all potential cadets to shadow two drills prior to commitment to the unit. NOTE: Parents are required to stay with the prospective cadets during the shadow drills.

Yes. Raleigh Battalion would greatly appreciate it if one parent from each household could volunteer, with volunteer time at the parents discretion. Opportunities may exist for volunteering time and talents outside of drills as well. There are various administration and recruiting needs that require time and talent.