YOUR PATH TO XMC
Choose the Challenge.
Take the First Step.
For motivated young people ages 13–18 and the parents helping them get ready. Start with the right course, then follow every enrollment instruction.
Camp Liberty · Battleground, Alabama · Cullman County, North Alabama
MAKE THE DECISION TOGETHER
A Clear Route
From Interest to Arrival.
Read the standards before you commit. Complete the application and preparation through your secure family account.
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Make Sure They Want to Attend.
The young person must understand the program and choose to participate. Discuss the challenge, grooming rules and no-refund policy together.
Understand the Expectations ↗ - 02
Choose Your Course and Dates.
Cadet Basic Training is the required foundation for first-year Recruits. You may add the Fitness Challenge immediately before it. Explore a combined course package if you want a longer experience. Returning Cadets should check the age, prerequisite and selection requirements for their next course.
Compare Courses ↗ · First-year Packages ↗ · Check Current Availability ↗ - 03
Apply Through CampMinder.
Complete the official application with accurate information. Review the tuition, selected options and enrollment agreement before paying. Payments are nonrefundable; payment plans are available.
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Complete Every Preparation Requirement.
Follow your enrollment instructions and family-account tasks. Submit the required medical documents, follow the packing list exactly, and arrange travel through the program’s instructions. Use the Parent Portal checklist to stay organized.
Open the Parent Portal ↗
BEFORE YOU APPLY
Some Paths Start
With Admissions.
The Cadet Ranger Leadership Course requires acceptance by its Course Director. Service Support requires an approved assignment; Spring OJT and Cadet Staff Ride have their own application or selection instructions. Review the individual course page before applying or booking travel.
Spring OJT is not enrolled through CampMinder. Use its course-page application instructions. Standard summer enrollment and Cadre applications use their official CampMinder links.
FLIGHTS & AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION
Fly into BHM.
We Provide the Ground Transportation.
Use Birmingham–Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM). Transfers serve enrolled Challengers only; parents arrange their own transportation. Flight Windows, Fees & Transfer Instructions ↗
YOUR NEXT STEP