Driving on the Yard
Vehicles displaying FONA or Midshipmen Parent Passes will be permitted to drop off and pick up ONLY.
Parking on the Yard is VERY LIMITED and is strictly enforced. No parking is allowed in red curb zones. Only official vehicles may park in white curb zones.
The speed limit for all areas of the Yard is no more than 20 MPH, and some areas are 15 MPH.
All traffic must yield to Midshipmen marching in formation and pedestrians in crosswalks.
Seat belt usage is required on the Yard.
A word to the wise, be sure that you come to full and complete stop at all stop signs. You will be ticketed for a rolling stop and that can be an expensive ticket.
Drivers may not use a cell phone unless the vehicle is safely parked or the driver is using a hands-free device. Earphones may not be worn on the Academy while bicycling or driving a vehicle.
Mid Store
The Midshipman Store will be open with special hours for Commissioning Week. Check the official Schedule of Events for actual hours. Parents, guardians, and Midshipmen families are authorized but must present shopping cards or special Commissioning Week nametags. These passes should be included in the official Naval Academy package you receive in April.
Go early as this will be the last time you will be able to purchase items with the class year on them.
See pages 52-54 for information about swords and insignia boxes offered by the Mid Store.
Odd Tips from Those Who have Gone Before
Ladies, clean out your purse. One mom recommends getting a lanyard for your ID even if you just leave it in your purse. No one can get on board the Yard without ID, and making this critical piece easy to find can save countless tears. Additionally, since you will be walking and standing A LOT, the less weight on your shoulders and back, the better.
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