Young Marines


The Douglas County Young Marines was founded in 2005 as the Castle Rock Young Marines. In 2007 the name was changed to the Douglas County Young Marines because of the overwhelming support given to the unit by communities throughout Douglas County.

Currently, the unit consists of 43 Young Marines, ranging in age from 8 to 17 years old. The staff consists of 2 Marines and 3 civilian volunteers.

DCYM's color guard teams have competed in a national drill competitions. Our unit strives to continually challenge the Young Marines both physically and mentally while promoting a healthy drug-free lifestyle.

We meet every other Saturday from 0900-1500 at Lutheran High School Parker in Parker, Colorado. Interested individuals must first complete recruit training to earn the title of "Young Marine". For more information on the next recruit training schedule, please click on Recruit Training link at the top left of the page.



Douglas County Young Marines logo

The Douglas County Young Marines logo consists of the Eagle, symbol of this country, and the first part of the Marine Corps emblem, Ol' Glory, the first American Flag create one year after the founding of the United States Marine Corps on November 10, 1775, the Mameluke sword, awarded to Lt. Presley O'Bannon after the Tripolian war, the fouled anchor and the globe, the two remaining parts of the Marine Corps emblem (EGA-Eagle, Globe and Anchor) and Castle Rock in the background, the starting location of the unit.


Helpful Links

Young Marines National

Young Marines Obligation


"From this day forward, I sincerely promise I will set an example for all other youth to follow and I shall never do anything that would bring disgrace or dishonor upon my God, my country and it's flag, my parents, myself, or the Young Marines. These I will honor and respect in a manner that will reflect credit upon them and myself."


Semper Fidelis



Young Marine Creed

  1. Obey my parents and all others in charge of me whether young or old.

  2. Keep myself neat at all times without other people telling me to.

  3. Keep myself clean in mind by attending the church of my faith.

  4. Keep my mind alert to learn in school, at home or at play.

  5. Remember having self-discipline will enable me to control my body and mind in case of an emergency.


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