If you have a plebe starting at the U.S. Naval Academy this summer, then you know that Plebe Summer can be a real test of their mental, physical and moral strength. It’s a time of total transformation, and plebes need every bit of encouragement they can get as they embark on a life completely different from the one they’ve always known.
Plebe Pleasers
At Navyonline.com, you’ll find plenty of great ideas to make your plebe smile. From gift cards that let them pick out their own items at various locations across the Yard to care packages that surprise them on a challenging day, to Go Navy! gear and goodies they’ll be proud to have, make this tough time easier by sending them a surprise today!
Gift Cards: Get a USNA gift card valued from $10- $100. They’re good for any clothing, supplies or sundries they want to pick up from the Midshipmen Store, Navyonline.com or the USNA Gift Shop, as well as food and beverages from any of the 1845 Coffee locations. Since they’re electronic, these gift cards can be ready right away (note that cards purchased after 2:00 PM EST are processed on the next business day, Monday-Friday 6:30 AM - 2:00 PM EST), so they’re the perfect present in a pinch.
Care Packages: Get the ultimate care package with SnackMagic boxes in every flavor and assortment, themed for the occasion. The “I Day,” “July 4th,” “First Day of Class,” “First Week Done!,” and “First Month Done!” packages are especially good for your plebe. Choose from Halloween, Thanksgiving, Veterans Day or any time you just want to say “I care.” “Finals Week” boxes that pack just the right amount of punch can get them through their endless exams. You pick the theme, the gifts and even a custom message and image. It’s the next best thing to being there with a snack yourself!
Water Bottle: This Go Navy water bottle in a cool iridescent finish will come in handy every day. It’s great year round to fill the bottle with 20 ounces of hot or cold drinks. Easy to tote, a cinch to fill and clean with its wide mouth.
Pennant: This Get Em Goat pennant is perfect for their dorm room, where it will remind them of their fighting Navy spirit, especially when the struggle gets real.Never underestimate the power of Bill the Goat to get the midshipmen riled up. It’s an easy thing to stick in a care package and it’s nice and light—even though Bill is a heavy weight hero. We also carry an assortment of spirited Navy banners and flags to make them feel right at home.
Stickers and Decals: Another easy way to show some Academy spirit is with any number of stickers and decals. Once your plebe becomes an upperclassmen, this “We Have Not Begun To Fight” decal is a great reminder of the perseverance it took to succeed during Plebe Summer.
Portfolio: They will love this vegan leather deluxe student portfolio in rich navy blue embossed with the stately USNA crest. It has a writing pad with a privacy cover, interior slant pocket, two slots for business cards, a wide body pen holder and all the space they need to jot down their thoughts, as they work their way through the summer and beyond. In 10” x 12” it feels substantial but is easy to ship. Send them this portfolio and they might even enjoy penning some good old fashioned letters, especially during the summer when time on devices is scarce.
Surprise a Plebe Today
Navyonline.com has so many things to make your plebe happy. They offer a large variety of clothing, including Go Navy! sweatshirts, tanks, shorts, shirts, caps, socks and more. Whatever you decide to send your plebe, they'll appreciate the effort most and will be thrilled to hear from you. Plus when you shop at Navyonline.com, you’re giving them two gifts—the one you send and the added support you give when you buy anything through the site. All store proceeds go to the Brigade to fund their extracurriculars and clubs. The three Navy stores (USNA Midstore, USNA Gift Shop and Navyonline.com) are the only shops that do this, along with USNA dining and USNA tours. So have fun shopping, knowing that you’re doing doubly good for your plebe! Send a smile today.
