Last Home game tailgate of the season! - Let’s get those Tailgate recipes out and get ready for some Navy FOOTBALL! ⚓️🏈

This is an early Game starting at 12 Noon Start!!

Tailgate Crew start time 8:00 am!

*** Tailgate Pep Rally at 10:30am **

All Hands on Deck! - Join us at the Home Football Game Tailgates - We generally serve anywhere from 800-1000 Midshipman after every home football game. Come see why it is truly the “Miracle on Asphalt”

The USNA NJ PARENTS CLUB is set for another Terrific Season of Tailgating in Service to the Mids. Come be part of the fun and help “Man the Rails” in service to our Mids as we prepare,cook and serve up some goodness to the Mids!

People needed for 9:00 AM set-up (includes grill set-up, food prep tables, table set-ups with tablecloths, wire chafing racks, sternos, utensils, deep aluminum tins).

• Be there for the Pep Rally at noon

• Bring your Food!

• Bring Friends!

• Bring Friends Food!



Don't have time to cook for tailgates?  Consider a donation to the USNA Parents' Club of New Jersey. The USNA Parents' Club of New Jersey is a 501(c)(3)  charitable organization and all proceeds go to the well being and support of the brigade. 

Protocol Requirement: 

▪ Enjoy your day in whatever way you see fit -

▪ Meet and spend time with your mid

▪ Relax and use the NJPC site as your home base

▪ Come back as frequently as you can

See you There!

Go Navy!

save the dATE! army-navy fly fishing!

Saturday, November 1st 2025

Army Navy Fly Fishing

This is an outstanding event and attendance is welcomed by all.

Join the fun and come out to help support the efforts on this fantastic day. 🎣

The Raritan Inn Bed and Breakfast

528 County Road 513

Califon, NJ 07830

(908) 832-6869

https://raritaninn.com/

Morning rounds qualify the top rods for the afternoon finals. There is great streamside viewing. A delightful lunch is available to hear the morning recounted and spend time with the contestants. Register for lunch or support the day.

Cider and donuts reception at 3:00 pm to present the winners. Support from www.USNA-NJPC.org

ARRIVALS -

Saturday, November 1st 2025

7:30 am - Coffee, bagels, orientation

8:00am Registration

9:00 am - In the water - 3 rounds

12:00 pm - Luncheon

1:30 pm - FINALS

3:30 pm - End of tournament & awards

come join the fun!

Game start time 3:30 pm!!

All Hands on Deck! - Join us at the Home Football Game Tailgates - We generally serve anywhere from 800-1000 Midshipman after every home football game. Come see why it is truly the “Miracle on Asphalt”

The USNA NJ PARENTS CLUB is set for another Terrific Season of Tailgating in Service to the Mids. Come be part of the fun and help “Man the Rails” in service to our Mids as we prepare,cook and serve up some goodness to the Mids!

People needed for 9:00 AM set-up (includes grill set-up, food prep tables, table set-ups with tablecloths, wire chafing racks, sternos, utensils, deep aluminum tins).

• Be there for the Pep Rally at noon

• Bring your Food!

• Bring Friends!

• Bring Friends Food!

Don't have time to cook for tailgates?  Consider a donation to the USNA Parents' Club of New Jersey. The USNA Parents' Club of New Jersey is a 501(c)(3)  charitable organization and all proceeds go to the well being and support of the brigade. 

Protocol Requirement: 

▪ Enjoy your day in whatever way you see fit -

▪ Meet and spend time with your mid

▪ Relax and use the NJPC site as your home base

▪ Come back as frequently as you can

▪ We will adhere to COVID protocols applicable on the day of the games.

See you There!

Go Navy!

SAVE THE DATE! Thursday October 23, 2025 4:30 pm

Apple Pressing

Join the Club on Thursday, October 23, 4:30-7:00 p.m. at Riamede Farm in Chester to press apples and make cider to take to the October 25 Navy v. FAU football tailgate, followed by food and fellowship.

USNA ’09 grad Ashley Asdal is the proprietor of Riamede Farm in Chester.  This historic farm hosts over 5,000 apple trees, and we will use the farm's apples and cider press to make 15-20 gallons of cider to take to the tailgate for mulling and service to the Brigade. The evening will conclude with a potluck dinner (and, of course, cider) in the barn.  Please bring a meal to share!  

Club members are welcome to come for cider pressing (starting at 4:30pm) and/or dinner (approximately 6:30pm).

Please RSVP to cfbell122@gmail.com to let us know you will be attending.

Riamede Farm

122 Oakdale Road

Chester NJ 07930

This is a Big Game! Navy vs Air Force and it is early start. Tailgate crew muster on station at 8am!

We have the honor of feeding Both USNA MIDS AND USAFA CADETS FOR BREAKFAST/BRUNCH!!

WE WILL THEN BE TREATED TO A BATTLE OF THE BANDS BY BOTH MIDS & CADETS!

WE KINDLY ASK FOR BREAKFAST/BRUNCH MEAL SUPPORT THINK BREAKFAST CASSEROLES

BRING OUT THE BEST FOR THESE GUYS AND GALS!

THIS IS AN EARLY GAME WITH A 12 NOON START!!!

Saturday, October 4th

• 8:00AM - 10:00 AM

• Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium550 Taylor Avenue Annapolis, MD, 21401United States (map)

• Google Calendar ICS

The USNA NJ PARENTS CLUB is set for another Terrific Season of Tailgating in Service to the Mids. Come be part of the fun and help “Man the Rails” in service to our Mids as we prepare,cook and serve up some goodness to the Mids!

People needed for 8:00 AM set-up (includes grill set-up, food prep tables, table set-ups with tablecloths, wire chafing racks, sternos, utensils, deep aluminum tins).

• Be there for the Pep Rally at noon

• Bring your Food!

• Bring Friends!

• Bring Friends Food!

SUBMIT YOUR FOOD DONATION HERE



TAILGATING ESSENTIALS

Don't have time to cook for tailgates?  Consider a donation to the USNA Parents' Club of New Jersey. The USNA Parents' Club of New Jersey is a 501(c)(3)  charitable organization and all proceeds go to the well being and support of the brigade. 

DONATE TO THE TAILGATE

Protocol Requirement: 

▪ Enjoy your day in whatever way you see fit -

▪ Meet and spend time with your mid

▪ Relax and use the NJPC site as your home base

▪ Come back as frequently as you can

Game start time is 3:30pm, Tailgate crew on station by 9am

All Hands on Deck! - Join us at the Home Football Game Tailgates - We generally serve anywhere from 800-1000 Midshipman after every home football game. Come see why it is truly the “Miracle on Asphalt”

***This will be 2/C Weekend! We will be having our Korean parents BBQ Weekend!!! ***

The USNA NJ PARENTS CLUB is set for another Terrific Season of Tailgating in Service to the Mids. Come be part of the fun and help “Man the Rails” in service to our Mids as we prepare,cook and serve up some goodness to the Mids!

People needed for 9:00 AM set-up (includes grill set-up, food prep tables, table set-ups with tablecloths, wire chafing racks, sternos, utensils, deep aluminum tins).

• Be there for the Pep Rally at noon

• Bring your Food!

• Bring Friends!

• Bring Friends Food!



Don't have time to cook for tailgates?  Consider a donation to the USNA Parents' Club of New Jersey. The USNA Parents' Club of New Jersey is a 501(c)(3)  charitable organization and all proceeds go to the well being and support of the brigade. 

Protocol Requirement: 

▪ Enjoy your day in whatever way you see fit -

▪ Meet and spend time with your mid

▪ Relax and use the NJPC site as your home base

▪ Come back as frequently as you can,

Go Navy!

Season Opener Tailgate! - Time to get those Tailgate recipes out and get ready for some Navy FOOTBALL!

This is an early Game starting at 12 Noon!

Tailgate Crew start time 8:00 am!

*** Tailgate Pep Rally at 10:30am **

All Hands on Deck! - Join us at the Home Football Game Tailgates - We generally serve anywhere from 800-1000 Midshipman after every home football game. Come see why it is truly the “Miracle on Asphalt”

The USNA NJ PARENTS CLUB is set for another Terrific Season of Tailgating in Service to the Mids. Come be part of the fun and help “Man the Rails” in service to our Mids as we prepare,cook and serve up some goodness to the Mids!

People needed for 9:00 AM set-up (includes grill set-up, food prep tables, table set-ups with tablecloths, wire chafing racks, sternos, utensils, deep aluminum tins).

• Be there for the Pep Rally at noon

• Bring your Food!

• Bring Friends!

• Bring Friends Food!



Don't have time to cook for tailgates?  Consider a donation to the USNA Parents' Club of New Jersey. The USNA Parents' Club of New Jersey is a 501(c)(3)  charitable organization and all proceeds go to the well being and support of the brigade. 

Protocol Requirement: 

▪ Enjoy your day in whatever way you see fit -

▪ Meet and spend time with your mid

▪ Relax and use the NJPC site as your home base

▪ Come back as frequently as you can

See you There!

Go Navy!

Support the Midshipmen!

Through the efforts of many volunteers and hours of labor this organization produces 16 service events through the year. Join us for a great day on a terrific course.

A fun day on the links in support of the Brigade.

Don't Golf? Stop in about 2:30 for cocktails and appetizers. There are plenty of ways to support the day. We will host a few hours of reception following the event. We do "once around" update on all the mids. A great time to catch up and share your experiences.

⛳️

• $225 Entry fee inclusive

A reply email is sufficient with the names of your players. Payment by way of check to USNA - NJPC on the day of the event is fine.

• Cocktails only attendance in the 2:30 - 5:00 pm range is welcomed as well with a $50.00 donation.

For more information, contact Bill Asdal at bill@asdalcompanies.com

The annual summer picnic is a chance for plebe families to meet other NJPC families with current and former midshipmen and for upper class families to reconnect prior to the Fall Tailgate season. The event is also an opportunity to gain more information about the mission of the Parent's Club.

This is a potluck event, please bring your favorite picnic sides, main dishes or desserts to support the cause!

We will provide basic drinks but please feel free to bring any personal favorites.

Join us for a fun and relaxing afternoon!

For Questions, please contact Chie Davis, VP Arrangements, at:
lawren_chie@hotmail.com

Members from USNA NJ Parents Club will be available to answer questions at our I-Day table on Hospital Point. Use Fitch Bridge, the wooden walking bridge on McNair Road near Alumni Hall. Look for our USNA NJPC banner. Please visit us to hear about all of the exciting events we host through out the year.

• Tailgate & Feeding the Mids During Home Football Games

• Mid Express Bus During Thanksgiving

• Golf Outings, Picnics & Holiday Parties

• Dark Ages Cookie Delivery

• Firstie Recognition Spring Dinner

And SO much more. We look forward to seeing you there!

Any questions reach out to Colin Bell (201) 669-8533 or cfbell122@gmail.com
Go Navy!

Over the years, this dinner prior to I-Day has affectionately been known to club members as “The Last Supper”. It is a wonderful opportunity for the NJ Class of 2029 Plebes To Be and their families to gather together for a great meal. NJPC club members, upperclassmen and sponsor families will be on hand to help with any last minute questions. Each family attending will be responsible for their share of dinner & drinks.

SIGN UP: https://njpc.wufoo.com/forms/p1ev4kse1ctisc4/

For any questions, please contact:
Colin Bell at (201) 669-8533 or cfbell122@gmail.com

Please join us as we welcome the USNA Class of 2029!

This kick off event for the class of 2029 will be an opportunity to meet incoming plebes, speak with alumni & USNA families. Current USNA NJ families will be available to share valuable tips for I-Day, Plebe summer & year.

You won’t want to miss this event to hear about all the exciting events NJ Parents Club hosts through out the year & meet other NJ families in a relaxed atmosphere. Guest speakers to include: 1979 USNA Link in the Chain -79 ALITC SPEAKERS-

Dana Martinez USNA 1979

Jim Stokes USNA 1979

Cost :

Adult: $25

Children 5-12 years $10

Midshipmen/Plebes to be: Free

BBQ lunch & dessert will be provided.

Questions, please contact:
Colin Bell (201) 669-8533 or cfbell122@gmail.com

In addition to fellowship and celebrating the commissioning class of 2025, there will be a short Business Meeting and the election of Club Officers for the 2025-2026 Club year. All members are invited to attend.

Spring Dinner Information

USNA Parents Club of New Jersey
Annual Spring Dinner
Honoring the Class of 2025 and their parents
Nominations & Voting of Board members for 2025-2026 year
 
Date and Time:
Sunday, April 6th, 2025
5:30 PM

Location:
Ciro's Ristorante Italiano
301 Buckelew Avenue
Monroe Township, NJ 08831
732-521-1800
cirosristorante.com

Cost:
$50 per person
Midshipmen Attend for free

USNA NJPC GUEST SPEAKER - ASHLEY ASDAL

Ashley Asdal graduated from USNA in 2009. After serving 11 years on Active Duty, she completed her Naval service at the rank of LCDR in 2020. She completed a two-year graduate program at the Kennedy School at Harvard garnering her master’s degree in public policy.  She performed an 18-month role as the Superintendent’s Aide at USNA, and later was the speechwriter for the CNO for two years. At sea, she served on destroyers and cruisers based in Mayport, Florida, and completed multiple Middle East deployments. 

While serving as a naval officer, she led units of more than 300 people on carrier strike group deployments across the globe, winning numerous personal and unit awards. After spending eleven years on active-duty service in the Navy, she is now applying her leadership and problem-solving skills to growing beautiful apples and pumpkins for her you-pick customers at 70-acre Riamede Farm in Chester.  She is active in agricultural leadership endeavors in the municipality, county, and state.  She is a frequent speaker on leadership and business skills development. When she's not helping customers, you can find her on the farm's 72-inch mower with her 3-year-old son.

2025 - 2026 USNA NJ Parents Club Officer Nomination Slate
 
Executive Committee
President – Colin and Suse Bell
VP Arrangements – Chie Davis
VP Membership – Kim Trafford
Treasurer – Edward McCausland
Secretary - Angela Quintano
Immediate Past President – Edward and Bernadette McCausland
 
Directors (Elected):
Larry and Chie Davis
Mary Alice and Mike Tolen

Directors (Appointed by Presidents):
Bill Asdal
TBD



For more information contact: cfbell122@gmail.com

Our alumni families are an invaluable resource, offering insights gained from years of experience. Their guidance will help you navigate the “do’s and don’ts” of planning an unforgettable Commissioning Week for you, your family, and your Midshipman. This event is an opportunity to hear their stories, get helpful tips, and ask questions about the logistics and many events that make Commissioning Week so special. Don’t miss out on this unique chance to prepare for the big week ahead. We look forward to seeing you there!

Topics will inlcude:

• An overview of what to expect during the week

• Suggestions for caterers & party planning

• Invitations

• Baccalaureate services

• Glee Club concerts & events

• Housing & accommodations

Where:

Home of Cyndy Benjamin

1321 Highland Avenue

Plainfield, NJ 07060

Game start time 3:30pm, Tailgate crew on site by 9am, Pep rally at noon

All Hands on Deck! - Join us at the Home Football Game Tailgates - We generally serve anywhere from 800-1000 Midshipman after every home football game. Come see why it is truly the “Miracle on Asphalt”

The USNA NJ PARENTS CLUB is set for another Terrific Season of Tailgating in Service to the Mids. Come be part of the fun and help “Man the Rails” in service to our Mids as we prepare,cook and serve up some goodness to the Mids!

People needed for 9:00 AM set-up (includes grill set-up, food prep tables, table set-ups with tablecloths, wire chafing racks, sternos, utensils, deep aluminum tins).

• Be there for the Pep Rally at noon

• Bring your Food!

• Bring Friends!

• Bring Friends Food!

Don't have time to cook for tailgates?  Consider a donation to the USNA Parents' Club of New Jersey. The USNA Parents' Club of New Jersey is a 501(c)(3)  charitable organization and all proceeds go to the well being and support of the brigade. 

Protocol Requirement: 

▪ Enjoy your day in whatever way you see fit -

▪ Meet and spend time with your mid

▪ Relax and use the NJPC site as your home base

▪ Come back as frequently as you can

See you There!

Go Navy!

DATE : Saturday, July 13, 2024

• Time - 2PM

• Non-alcoholic drinks provided

• Bring your favorite entree, side dish or dessert to share

• Bring lawn chairs

• BYOB

This year’s USNA Parents Club of New Jersey Summer Picnic will be generously hosted by

Gina and David Zaccaria!

The annual summer picnic is a chance for plebe families to meet other NJPC families with current and former midshipmen and for upperclass families to reconnect prior the Fall Tailgate season. The event is also an opportunity to gain more information about the mission of the Parent's Club.

We will provide Non-alcoholic drinks. We ask that you bring an entree, side dish or dessert to share! Feel free to bring any of your favorite beverages.

Please bring a lawn chair!
Any questions, please contact Colin Bell at (201) 669-8533 or cfbell122@gmail.com
When:
Saturday, July 13, 2024
Time: 2pm
Where:
Gina and David Zaccaria
33 John Street
Fairfield, NJ 07004

Join us for a fun and relaxing afternoon!

Go Navy!

Please join us as we welcome the USNA Class of 2028! This kick off event for the class of 2028 will be an opportunity to meet incoming plebes, speak with alumni & USNA families. Current USNA NJ families will be available to share valuable tips for I-Day, Plebe summer & year.

You won’t want to miss this event to hear about all the exciting events NJ Parents Club hosts through out the year & meet other NJ families in a relaxed atmosphere. Guest speakers to include:

• Will Kramer, Commander USN Retired, USNA Class of 1978

• Earl Mosely, USMC, USNA Class of 1978

• Patrick Hurley, President Naval Academy Alumni Association NJ Chapter, Naval Aviator, Mission Commander, USNA Class of 1987

• Luke Ridenhour

BBQ lunch & dessert will be provided.

Questions, please contact:
Colin Bell (201) 669-8533 or cfbell122@gmail.com

Will Kramer Commander USN Retired, USNA Class of 1978

Will grew up in Perth Amboy and graduated from Perth Amboy High School before entering the US Naval Academy in 1974.  He majored in International Security Affairs and was a member of the Varsity Sailing Team for all four years.  Upon graduation, Will entered the Surface Warfare community where he served aboard a variety of ships and staffs both on Active Duty and then in the Navy Reserve until retiring in 2005.  His deployments included Beirut Lebanon in 1983 and the Persian Gulf in the 1990’s. 
In his civilian career, Will worked in the Aerospace and Defense Industry for GE, Lockheed Martin and BAE Systems and others on a wide variety of systems for the Navy and the remainder of the Armed Forces.  Currently, he is an Adjunct Professor at the New Jersey Institute of Technology.   

Will became a Blue and Gold Officer in 1990 while living in Western Massachusetts and has continued serving in that role since then. 

Earl Mosely USMC, USNA Class of 1978

Originally from New York, Earl graduated from Brooklyn Technical High School and entered the United States Naval Academy with the class of 1978.  He majored in International Security Affairs while at the Naval Academy. Earl opted to join the United States Marine Corps upon graduation. He served as an artillery officer and was on the ground in Saudi Arabia for Operation Desert Storm/Shield. He was called to respond to the 9/11 attack as a Liaison to FEMA and was also on call for Hurricane Katrina.

He has been active as a Blue and Gold Officer covering parts of Ocean County. He has taught at Monsignor Donovan High School, Principal at Grace and Peace Academy, and worked in Long Branch School system supporting pre-school and after-school programs. He has been teaching at Brick Memorial High School for over 15 years in the social studies/history department. In addition, he is the District Anti-Bullying Coordinator and advisor to the Mayor’s Student Advisory Committee.

Pat Hurley Naval Aviator, Mission Commander, USNA Class of 1987

• Naval Aviator – Helicopters – Maritime Strike, designated aircraft and mission commander

• Deployments include the Persian Gulf War on board the USS Ticonderoga as part of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Battle Group, flying more than 60 combat contingency missions in support of Operation Desert Storm

• Elected to two terms on the Summit, NJ City Council, serving as Chairman of Public Safety, President Pro-tem, and Deputy Mayor

• Founding (2004) and current president of the Naval Academy Alumni Association New Jersey Chapter

• Blue & Gold Officer – 20 years

• 25 years of private sector experience, including 10 years at Goldman Sachs in Global Operations and the Office of Global Security

The NJPC Annual Spring Dinner will take place on Saturday, April 13th at Black Oak Golf Club. All members & families are invited to enjoy the fellowship and camaraderie of fellow Club Members. Firstie parents and their Midshipmen are invited to share memories about their Naval Academy experience. There will be a short Business Meeting and the election of Club Officers for the 2024-2025 Club year. The link to register for the dinner is below. You do not want to miss this special event. We look forward to seeing you all!

Spring Dinner Details and Registration

When: Saturday, April 13, 2024

From: 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM

Where:

Black Oak Golf Club

169 Bartley Road

Long Valley, NJ 07853

blackoakgolfclub.com

Cost:

$75 per person

Midshipmen Attend for free

We are putting together a slideshow of the '24 Class. Please forward any pictures you would like to share to USNAPCNJ@gmail.com.

Our alumni families have a wealth of information including the "do's and don’ts” that come from years of experience. Their expertise will assist you in planning & executing a fantastic week for you, your family & your MIDN. You will hear stories, get tips and be able to ask questions about logistics and the many events that take place during Commissioning Week. You won’t want to miss this very special event. We look forward to seeing you all!

Topics will include: 

• An overview of what to expect Commissioning Week

• Suggestions for caterers and party planning

• Invitations

• Baccalaureate Services

• Glee Club concerts and events

• Housing and accommodations

When:

Friday, March 15, 2024

7:00 PM to 8:30 PM

Where:

The Raritan Inn

528 County Road 513

Califon, NJ 07830

home to Army-Navy annual Fly Fishing competition. Please click photo below for additional event location information.

Please click button below by Wednesday, March 13, 2024 to RSVP for the event.