Phone # for reservations – 1-800-233-1234
Group code = G-MCL5
Dates: Monday August 11, 2025 to Friday, August 15, 2025
Rates are $159 inclusive of taxes. Parking is free.
Schedule
Uniform Guidance for National Convention
Covers – National Conv & Conf – NJA 2016 Ruling
Monday Joint Opening Session – MCL Casual Red Blazer uniform (suggested), MCL cover required.
Monday afternoon business session – MCL Undress uniform (suggested) or polo shirt, MCL cover required.
Tuesday business session – MCL Undress uniform (suggested) or polo shirt, MCL cover required.
Wednesday – casual wear
Thursday business session – MCL undress uniform (suggested) or polo shirt, MCL cover required.
Friday business session – MCL undress uniform (suggested) or polo shirt, MCL cover required.
Friday Formal Reception / Grand Banquet – (Black Tie) MCL Evening Dress, MCL Formal Dress, or Black Tie (suggested), no MCL covers.
The MCL uniforms stated are the ‘suggested’ uniforms. With the exception of the MCL cover, any credentialed member in good standing will not be refused access to the business meetings if they are not wearing the suggested MCL uniform. MCL covers are required for wear during all business meetings of the convention.
Files & Reports
MODD Awards Banquet Schedule
Convention Delegate Registration
Reports
Reports – Board of Trustees
Reports – Committees
Reports – Departments
Reports – Other
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2026 National Convention location will be in Indianapolis, Indiana (8/10/2026 – 8/14/2026)
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2029, 2033, 2037 – Southern Quadrant – AL, AR, FL, GA, LA, MS, OK, SC, TN, & TX
2030, 2034, 2038 – Central Quadrant – IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, ND, NE, OH, SD, & WI
2027, 2031, 2035 – Eastern Quadrant – CT, DC, DE, MA, MD, ME, NC, NH, NJ, NY, PA, RI, VA, VT, WV & Puerto Rico
2028, 2032, 2036 – Western Quadrant – AK, AZ, CA. CO, HI, ID, MT, NM, NV, OR, UT, WA, & WY
Below are the scheduled dates for our upcoming in-person Department meetings, all of which will be held at the Sea Girt Facility. The start time has changed to 9:30AM. Please note that we might be in a different room depending on the date.
Meeting Schedule 2025-26
- September 7th in Auditorium
- November 23rd in Auditorium
- January 25th in Auditorium
- March 8th in Auditorium
- March 14th – Leadership School (Room Location TBD)
Below are the scheduled dates for our upcoming in-person Department meetings, all of which will be held at the Sea Girt Facility. The start time has changed to 9:30AM. Please note that we might be in a different room depending on the date.
Meeting Schedule 2025-26
- September 7th in Auditorium
- November 23rd in Auditorium
- January 25th in Auditorium
- March 8th in Auditorium
- March 14th – Leadership School (Room Location TBD)
Below are the scheduled dates for our upcoming in-person Department meetings, all of which will be held at the Sea Girt Facility. The start time has changed to 9:30AM. Please note that we might be in a different room depending on the date.
Meeting Schedule 2025-26
- September 7th in Auditorium
- November 23rd in Auditorium
- January 25th in Auditorium
- March 8th in Auditorium
- March 14th – Leadership School (Room Location TBD)
Below are the scheduled dates for our upcoming in-person Department meetings, all of which will be held at the Sea Girt Facility. The start time has changed to 9:30AM. Please note that we might be in a different room depending on the date.
Meeting Schedule 2025-26
- September 7th in Auditorium
- November 23rd in Auditorium
- January 25th in Auditorium
- March 8th in Auditorium
- March 14th – Leadership School (Room Location TBD)
Online registration is now available for the Department of New Jersey 22nd Annual Leadership School to be held on Saturday, 14 March 2026. This year we will be following a new format whereas the course materials are to be downloaded from the Department website prior to attending the class. The materials will be under the Leadership School Tab. It is advisable to bring your laptop/tablet for reference.
The course will be conducted at the NJ National Guard Training Center in Sea Girt, NJ and will begin at 0800 and conclude at approximately 1630.
Our course outlines and curriculum will facilitate a greater understanding and working knowledge for the attendees while covering general and operational aspects of the Marine
Corps League and its members.
It is strongly encouraged and recommended that all newly elected and or appointed officers attend. The deadline for application is Friday, 6 March 2026.
The Cohort will be limited to 40 members. Should an opening become available, accommodations will be made on a first come first served basis.
It is advisable to register early as the class fills up quickly.
The cost is $40.00 and is Non-Refundable upon commitment.
Register Online here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/dept-of-nj-mcl-leadership-school-application
Or Download the application below and mail in your payment.
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The 2026 Northeast Division Conference will feature Division business sessions, leadership development programming, and concurrent breakout discussions designed to strengthen Detachments and Departments across the Northeast. Early registration is encouraged to assist with planning and space allocation.
For more information, visit the Northeast Division Conference webpage.
Download the Northeast Division MOY and AOY protocol.