Training the Future U. S. Navy Officers

. (May 12, 2009) Midshipmen from the U.S. Naval Academy Class of 2012 cross a creek at Naval Support Activity Annapolis during the land navigation phase of the Sea Trials. Based on the Navy's Battle Stations and the Marine Corps' Crucible, Sea Trials is the capstone training evolution for the Naval Academy freshmen class. The plebes navigate physical and mental challenges, ranging from obstacle courses, long-distance group runs, damage control scenarios, and water training. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Philip McDaniel/Released)