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Shopping Guide: Gear Up for Back to School with REAL Navy Gear

Written by Bill the Goat | Jul 29, 2024 12:30:00 PM

It can feel premature to think about the school year in July. We’re all still sticking our toes in the sand, enjoying picnics in the park, and firing up the grill. School seems like a faraway idea. And it is! Enjoy this time when the clock seems to slow down a bit and the lazy, hazy days of summer give us all more daylight. While you’re soaking it all up, you can browse our selection for back to school at your leisure. Now’s a great time to get ready without worrying about the rush. Happy shopping!

Back to School Fun With Bags

If you have your backpack all picked out, here are two more great bags to have on hand.

Back Sack: This Midshipmen Drawstring Back Sack is made for carrying gym clothes, extra school items, or the gear you need for practice after school. Constructed with lightweight cotton and screen-printed with the charging Bill the Goat and Naval Academy Midshipmen logo, it will celebrate your Navy pride wherever you take it. Grab one soon for the fall season!

Backpack Cooler: While not made expressly for school, this backpack cooler is certainly made for school activities. You don’t need to haul heavy cans and bottles when you can strap this lightweight and durable bag on. Built with high quality polyester and an insulated PEVA liner main compartment, it keeps drinks and food cool and ready. Bring it to the game, the bake sale, afterschool events, tailgates, hiking, and more. With a front pocket and netted side pockets, it has room for all your Navy gear.

Be Prepared With Paper, Pens, and Practicalities

Even with so much classwork moved to electronic devices, there will always be a need for good old-fashioned pen and paper. These classics do the trick, with classy Navy style.

Writing Tablet: The Writing Tablet With Crest is official issue writing paper, sized 7” x 10 ½.” Use it for class note taking, doodling, and important messages that beg to go analog. With the Navy crest on the front, you’ll take your love of the Yard wherever you go!

Crest Pen: It’s a timeless keepsake, as well as a beautiful writing instrument. The USNA Crest Pen is crafted with solid brass, black lacquer, and white pearl. It makes a special gift for your favorite Navy fans, and the heft of the pen will feel great when they’re writing letters, taking notes, or scribbling messages and doodles. Since it’s a special order item, please allow ten to fourteen business days for shipping. Grab it early to beat the rush!

Stic Pens: This two pack of Go Navy Beat Army Round Stic Pens is the perfect way to show off your Navy and Gold! They write in black ink, with the charging Bill the Goat and Go Navy! printed in blue. Pick up a few of these practical and punchy sets to spread the Navy spirit!


Key Holder: If you have a college student, grab a Silicone Phone Wallet Key holder to make their back-to-school even easier. College students need access to three things at all times: their phone, their ID card, and their dorm key. This ingenious innovation called the keyper pulls them all together. It keeps these items safe and easy to access, holding up to three cards and one key securely on the phone. Plus, the Navy* keeps things all Navy all the time.

Watches for the Win

Watches are back! Not only are they useful, but they look great and go with everything, especially your Navy apparel. If you’re looking for a next-level gift for your favorite Navy fan, we have watches for students or teachers heading back to school this fall — and those who just want one!

Ladies’ Watch: If you’re seeking a special gift for someone with style, this Ladies Fossil Jacqueline Blush Leather Watch will wow her. Jacqueline is the watch that pulls her look together with a blush leather 14mm strap paired with Fossil's signature steel case of 36mm. Please allow ten to fourteen days for shipping. It’s worth the wait!

Men’s Watch: This Men’s Minimalist Stainless Watch is clean and cool, with a gray sunray dial with stick indices, three-hand movement and smoke stainless steel bracelet. The strap width is 22mm and the case is 44mm. The solid gold N* showcases your Navy spirit. Send him off with a treasure! Please allow ten to fourteen business days for shipping this beautiful gift.

Shop for School to Support the Brigade of Midshipmen

When you shop for Navy gear and Navy apparel at Navyonline.com, you’re supporting the midshipmen who support our freedom. Proceeds help fund the extracurricular activities like cultural arts, theater, music, and club sports that build teamwork and camaraderie. We thank you for your support and wish you a wonderful summer. Go Navy!