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If you love getting out on the water and are aged between 10 and 17, join Dalbeattie Sea Cadets for the time of your life.

Race sailing dinghies on UK lakes, powerboat down rivers, go offshore, achieve a BTEC or undertake your Duke of Edinburgh’s Award – whatever you choose, there is a world of exciting challenges at Dalbeattie Sea Cadets.

We welcome all young people to pop by the unit when we’re open and get stuck into some of the exciting activities like sailing, kayaking, seamanship and first aid that we offer.

“It’s a fantastic opportunity to get to know other young people in the area and you will make some great friends, learn new skills that will give you a great head start in life and will really boost your confidence.”

Dalbeattie Unit, which is part of national charity Sea Cadets, gives young people a new perspective. We broaden horizons and create possibilities. Working across the UK with 14,000 young people between 10 and 18, we help them see the world with confidence, gained through the challenge of nautical adventure and a Royal Navy ethos. Our aim is to help more young people to see the future that they want – and make that future happen.

The unit is open on Tuesday evenings from 7pm until 9pm, and meets at Christchurch Hall, Blair Street, Dalbeattie DG5 4DZ. Visit: www.sea-cadets.org/Dalbeattie  to find out how you can join.