Devil Pups is a non-profit organization designed to help teens 14-17 from all backgrounds gain self-confidence and learn to take responsibility for their actions. People wonder “Why the name Devil Pups?” The term “Devil Dogs” was used by German soldiers to describe Marines fighting in World War I. The Marines who organized this youth citizenship program chose the term “Devil Pups” to describe the quality of teen who can complete this program.
0700 - 0900 Every Saturday in May
0700 - 0900 Every Tue, Thurs, Sat beginning May 31.
0600 - 0800 TBA once it starts getting lighter and hotter earlier
Sgt. Billion adheres to the Marine Corps rule: If you’re not 15 minutes early, you’re late.
TRAINING LOCATION
Washington Elementary School
300 N 300 E, Washington, UT 84780
South East Grass Field
Park in the Rec Center Parking lot.
What to wear/bring to training sessions:
White t-shirt and shorts
Water container - not plastic water bottle
We, too, are waiting for word on what the 2022 Devil Pup program at Camp Pendleton in Southern California will look like. As soon as we know, info will be posted here.
Our own Sgt. Billion was awarded the honor and a plaque as Liaison Representative of the Year 2021 at an after-Awards Night presentation. Richard Linsday is president of Devil Pups, Inc. and flew in from Southern California to be with us. Unfortunately a flight delay caused him to miss a connector flight and he did not arrive until 9:00 p.m., after Awards Night was over. Sgt. Billion and Donna spent time with him at Donna's home where Sgt. Billion received his plaque. Of course, we all knew Sgt. Billion deserved this award - we're so glad Devil Pups, Inc. thought so, too!
As previously published: Please report to the Elks Club (630 W 1250 N, St. George, UT 84770) on Saturday the 14th at 0830 in Devil Pups Uniform, with parents, for recognition by, and introduction to, the Marine Corps League which generously provides financial support to the Devil Pups Program and takes a keen interest in the pups' future success. It will take less than one hour.
In past years, this included a breakfast; however, during Covid, the Elks Lodge discontinued food service. At this meeting there will be pastries/donuts. Parents and family are welcome.
Devil Pups should arrive in Devil Pup uniform. The Marines really enjoy seeing Devil Pups and will likely shake hands with you after your presentation. Please thank them for their support.
Please join us for 2021 Southern Utah Devil Pups Awards Night - featuring 9 very impressive Devil Pup graduates. It is a Wednesday night, August 25, and we will make the program short since it's a school night. We plan to start dinner at 6:00 p.m.
Pizza Factory in St. George, Main and St. George Boulevard. Please let Donna know how many will be in your party. The upstairs room at Pizza Factory holds 85 and we'll need to cut off reservations at that point.
All-you-can-eat pizza (in various flavors), bread sticks, salad, sodas and water provided for $10 per person. Children under 5 will be $2. Pizza Factory asks us to collect the food money in advance so we can pay them in one check. Please bring cash for your party, as we have no way to accept credit|debit cards. Please check in and pay ahead of dinner. Awesome 2019 Devil Pup Caryn Krafczyk will be your cashier.
(Please let Donna know if gluten-free is a requirement.)
Casual is the dress. Devil Pups, please wear your Devil Pup uniform.
Thankful are the staff of Southern Utah Devil Pups for your support!
Here are the 2019 Pups at Awards Night so you'll know what to expect.
