Devil Pups Youth Program - Candidate Encampment
Funding Amount
$150
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Devil Pups Youth Program - Candidate Encampment
Program Type: Youth citizenship and leadership training program
Geographic Scope: California, Arizona, Nevada, and Utah
Age Requirements: 14-17 years old as of encampment dates
Program Duration: Held annually at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, near Oceanside, CA
Eligibility Requirements
Must Have:
Cannot Have:
Physical Fitness Test (PFT) Components:
Program Structure
The encampment is held in cooperation with the United States Marine Corps. Each geographic area is assigned a specific quota of participants. Candidates undergo local selection including interviews and PFT administration.
Selection Process
Acceptance is determined by the local Liaison Representative (LR). Candidates not accepted may reapply in subsequent years if still age-eligible.
Contact Information
- Phone: (760) 300-3532
- Email: info@devilpups.com
- Address: Devil Pups, Inc., 1895 Avenida Del Oro #4060, Oceanside, CA 92052
- Website: devilpups.com
How to Apply
Application Process
The application process must be completed in person.
1. Registration: Complete registration on the website home page (www.devilpups.com)
2. LR Assignment: A Liaison Representative (LR) will accept your registration and assist with the application process
- Over 40 volunteer LRs cover major cities and counties in CA, AZ, NV, and UT
- Each LR is responsible for recruiting, training, and selecting candidates
- Each area has a specific quota
3. Application Materials: Complete paper and electronic forms including:
- Household information
- Selection questionnaire (must be completed by candidate only)
- Health information form
- Physical examination form (completed by MD)
- Hold Harmless Agreement (signed by candidate and parent/guardian)
- Participation Agreement (signed by parent/guardian)
4. Physical Fitness Test (PFT): Scheduled locally by your LR
- One mile run (must complete without stopping)
- Planks (timed)
- Push-ups
- Pull-ups (males: minimum 2 required) or bent arm hang (females: minimum 15 seconds required)
- Minimum score of 175 out of 400 possible points required to pass
- Candidate must participate in and complete all four events
5. Interview: Conducted by local LR
Required Documentation
- Completed application forms (paper and electronic)
- Physical examination form completed by Medical Doctor
- Proof of current vaccinations (Tetanus/Diphtheria, Measles, Polio)
- Health insurance information
- Parent/guardian contact and emergency contact information
- Signed Hold Harmless Agreement
- Signed Participation Agreement
Contact Your Local LR
Find your Liaison Representative at devilpups.com or contact the main office for location information.
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