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Alexandria Bay, New York 13607
Alexandria Bay, New York 13607
2024 Post Activities
The post won the 100% Family membership award and National’s Post Excellence award for 2023-2024!
Special Alerts!
Access Home for Heroes Grant
Grant money is available to help disabled veterans rehab their homes.
Learn more here.
New York State’s Liberty Pass Program has been extended to include all New York State veterans and Gold Star families in having free access to NYS parks. The program will be start April 1, 2024.
Learn more and how to apply here.
American Legion's Impact Report
National has released its impact report on the work accomplished throughout the country. Read the report here.
The American Legion has established a “Be the One” initiative to help veterans reach out in their time of need. No one needs to be alone when they face the hardships that can come with being a veteran, and no one needs to die from it. That’s what Be the One initiative is all about – not being alone and getting help.
What Post 904 is Doing
Post 904 is an active member of the North Country Suicide Prevention Council. It has also hosted S.A.V.E. training and activities at the post for interested veterans and loved ones who want to help those who need a hand.
How to Start a Hard Conversation
Learn how the American Legion is working to get a full accounting of all POWs and MIAs still out there by clicking here.
Did You Know
American Legion’s Sixth Annual Convention was held in Alex Bay when Gould Lyman, John B. Lyman’s brother, was the First Commander of Post 904?
Sick Call
The following members of the American Legion Post 904 family are in need of prayers and help:
Volunteer Hours Needed!!!
Whether you’re volunteering at your local fire company or helping out at the Post, your hours count!
Please let Dean know how many volunteer hours you have given in service to country and community this year.
Service Officers
Accredited American Legion service officers are specially trained to provide expert assistance, free of charge, to veterans and their families. The services including applying for VA disability benefits, and providing information, referrals and resources on education, employment and business, death benefits and other important topics.
Service Officers
Accredited American Legion service officers are specially trained to provide expert assistance, free of charge, to veterans and their families. The services including applying for VA disability benefits, and providing information, referrals and resources on education, employment and business, death benefits and other important topics.
Service Officers
Accredited American Legion service officers are specially trained to provide expert assistance, free of charge, to veterans and their families. The services including applying for VA disability benefits, and providing information, referrals and resources on education, employment and business, death benefits and other important topics.
Service Officers
Accredited American Legion service officers are specially trained to provide expert assistance, free of charge, to veterans and their families. The services including applying for VA disability benefits, and providing information, referrals and resources on education, employment and business, death benefits and other important topics.
Volunteer Hours Needed!!!
Whether you’re volunteering at your local fire company or helping out at the Post, your hours count!
Please let Dean know how many volunteer hours you have given in service to country and community this year.
“History has taught us over and over again that freedom is not free. When push comes to shove, the ultimate protectors of freedom and liberty are the brave men and women in our armed forces. Throughout our history, they’ve answered the call in bravery and sacrifice.” – Tim Pawlenty.
The Four Pillars of the American Legion
Veteran Affairs & Rehabilitation
No veteran goes away without full measure of service.
National Security
The American Legion believes national security must be maintained to fulfill the mandate for a strong national defense.
Americanism
Youth activity programs of The American Legion are designed to stimulate physical, mental and moral growth; cultivate strong character and wholesome ideals with appreciation for our heritage of freedom; and develop a devotion to civic responsibility.
Post 904 won the Americanism Award for the Most Outstanding Post in the Fifth District in 2023.
Children & Youth
The American Legion has been a strong advocate for children and youth since its inception. This steadfast dedication has never wavered and continues to be a driving force on behalf of children across the country today.
Post 904 won the Children and Youth Award for the Most Outstanding Post in the 5th District in 2023.
Learn About the Four Pillars
You can learn about the Four Pillars, and the Legion in general, in person or online. Our Adjutant Dean Erck serves as an instructor at the American College of NY in Morrisville, NY. The Legion College fosters leadership skills of Legion Family members as they work in teams to solve problems they may face in their home post, unit, squadron or chapter. The curriculum covers an array of topics, such as leadership and communication; Americanism, children and youth; MyLegion.org; legislation; constitution and bylaws; duties of local officers; media relations; membership.
Post 904 members who are alumni of the college include Adjutant Dean Erck (who also serves as an instructor in Legislation and Resolutions), 1st Vice Commander Scott Diange; 2nd Vice Commander Phil Hunter; Historian Doug Side; Chaplain Linda Schnittger; Judge Advocate/ SAL advisor Dennis Cook; Paul Sherbino and Auxiliary member Cheri Vanbrocklin.
The college is open to Legion, SAL, Auxillary and Legion Rider members.
Click here to learn more and apply.
You can get basic training about the Legion online at the Legion’s Education Institute.
Family and Community Opportunities
Family members are important to the veterans of Post 904. Without the love and support of sons, daughters, wives, husbands, sisters, and brothers, we might not survive and serve as the home away from home we’ve all come to love in Alexandria Bay. We support and encourage relatives of veterans to join one of our family memberships.
In Memoriam
American Legion members that transferred to the Great Commanders Post during 2023-24:
Constant Arvan
David E. Bulterman, Sr.
Philip Pratt
Charlie Roberts
David Running
Joseph Russel
Thomas Schwaim
Lloyd Strough
William Taylor
Russ Walts
Frederick Whispell
Michael Wormuth
Come Visit!
We welcome all members of the American Legion family from both near and far. We also are able to welcome members of the general public during special occasions, too! So, stop by when you can for a quick sip and some friendly conversation.
We wish you would.
Meeting Times
Legion meetings are held on the third Wednesday of every month at 7 pm.
Auxillary meetings are on the 1st Monday of every month (except on holidays) at 6 pm.
SAL meetings are on the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 7 pm.
Post Hours
Sun, Mon, Weds, & Thurs: 2 pm – 7 pm
Tues: 2 pm – 8 pm
Fri – Sat: 2 pm – 10 pm
Address
9 Rock St., Alexandria Bay, NY 13607