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2012 Cadet Programs Conference (CPC) - Camp San Luis Obispo
Applications Now Being Accepted!
WE HAVE SPACE IN THE BARRACKS FOR 300, SO DON'T PUSH THIS TO THE LAST MINUTE DEADLINE! GET YOUR APPLICATIONS IN NOW!
Meet new friends and visit with old ones. Learn new and interesting things about CAP and the Cadet Program! ALL cadets and senior members are invited to attend.
Push your CAP career forward!
APPLY TODAY!
Special events happening at Conference:
** ANNUAL CADET BANQUET AND MILITARY BALL at the Embassy Suites Hotel**
** CADET PROGRAMS DIRECTOR'S RECEPTION for Senior Members**
** SEMINARS ABOUT EMERGENCY SERVICES, AEROSPACE EDUCATION, CADET
LEADERSHIP TOPICS, CAREER AND EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES, SWING DANCING, HOW
TO HAVE FUN IN CAP – AND MANY MORE**
Location: Camp
San
Luis
Obispo,
CA (Located on Hwy 1 between San Luis Obispo and Morro Bay)
Dates:
17‐20
Feb
2012
Report
time:
Friday
17
Feb,
1800-2300
or
Saturday
18
Feb,
no
later
than
0800
(Dinner
will
not
be
served
on
Friday)
Absolute application
deadline:
08
Feb
2012
ALL CAP CADETS -- NO EXCEPTIONS -- WILL STAY IN THE BARRACKS!
Cost: Postmarked after 01 Feb and before 08 Feb: $125 Includes meals, billeting, activities, and banquet Banquet Only: $50.00
NO applications will be accepted with a postmark date after 8 Feb. Space is limited -- apply before the activity is full! Apply early and save!
For more information contact the CPC Project Officer, Maj Lani Cahill, at lanicahill@sbcglobal.net or
(661) 496-2989
To Apply: MAIL a CAWG Form 150 with ALL required signatures and a check, money order (made payable to “Civil Air Patrol”) orPayPal receipt to:
Tammy Sturgill, Capt, CAP
Attn: CPC
1384 Tulip Way
Livermore CA 94551-1327
HAND CARRIED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED WITHOUT ADVANCE EXPRESS AUTHORIZATION OF
PROJECT OFFICER - NO EXCEPTIONS.
Advanced Communications User (ACUT) & Mission Radio Operator (MRO) Training - MCB Camp Pendleton - Group 7
Advanced Communications User Training(ACUT) - completion of this course and test will qualify the attendee for a non-expiring ACUT card. ACUT is for those wishing to get their own CAP radio station licenses (with Yosemite call-signs), and -- for senior members -- to advance in the Communications Specialty Track as per CAPP 214.
Mission Radio Operator (MRO) training will qualify you to operate CAP radios at mission bases!
Location: U.S. Army Reserve Center, Camp Pendleton Time: 0830 thru 1700 Uniform: Any properly worn C.A.P uniform.
NO FLIGHT SUITS. Cost: None
Pre-registration is required. Walk-ins will not be admitted. Deadline for Pre-registration is 23 February 2012.
Form CAWG150 with Commander’s signature required for
pre-registrations.
Send electronic copy to:
joeanddolores@roadrunner.com Required: Download and print (or save on laptop computer),
CAPR 100-1 and CAPR 100-3; these are necessary to take the open book test
and may be obtained from C.A.P. eServices. Use of portable computers in class is permitted,
For further information call Major Di Mento:
760-451-9283
Training Leaders of Cadets (TLC) - Vandenberg AFB
This course runs parallel with SLS and CLC at same location (see cawg.cap.gov)
For Senior Members
Training Leaders of Cadets is the premiere venue for Cadet Programs Officers and senior members interested in the Civil Air Patrol Cadet Program to learn how to become better mentors of cadets and more effective managers of cadet programs. The 2-day course is a component of the Cadet Programs Officer Specialty Track in the Senior Member Professional Development Program. During TLC, you will:
Learn how the Cadet Program should be implemented at the squadron level
Trade success stories with leaders from other squadrons
Gain practical tools you can use in your unit’s Cadet Program.
Prerequisites:
To foster a learning environment that encourages open discussion among the adults who lead cadets, only senior members are eligible to participate in TLC. Because TLC assumes a basic familiarity with CAP, students should arrive at TLC having already completed Level I (Foundations) in the senior member professional development program.
Cost: $35.00
Class is limited to 20 students on “first received” basis. Course payment is required with your CAWG150 application and registration slip below. It is highly recommended you submit as soon as possible to assure your place in a class. Registrations will only be accepted until the classes are full and not after 1 March 2012. Refunds will be made for cancellations if the request is received by the finance officer before 28 Feb 2012. If cancellations are not made prior to 28 Feb 2012, registratrants on wait list will be contacted and offered the vacated seats.
The billeting is available for Friday and Saturday nights (depending on your arrival). Make your own reservations for Vandenberg Lodging under Civil Air Patrol. Call reservations at (805) 606-1844, rooms are $34.75 to $39.00 per night. Students will go to lodging for keys when you arrive at check in after 1400 hours (Bldg 13005, Oregon Ave). CAP ID is required for the event and will be checked at class check-in.
Transportation for aircraft landing in Lompoc or Santa Maria Airports (Only) with advance notice, for all other airports must provide your own transportation. Local unit vans are needed to help transport personnel to and from the flight line and Lodging.
Saturday evening a BBQ will be provided for an additional $10, separate check. (Weather Provided) Please ensure that registration is separate from BBQ. You can call Lt Col Lisa Tuggle at (805) 478-2438 or email Firefly32256_1@juno.com if you have any questions.
Training Leaders of Cadets (TLC) - Los Alamitos JFTB - South Coast Group 7
For Senior Members
Are you attending the SLS or CLC at Vandenberg on 9-11 March? Then come this one-day intensive TLC course, taking the 1.5-day course and running it in one day.
Location: Los Alamitos Joint Forces Training Base 0700 – 1900 hours (7am - 7pm)
Do you work with cadets? Do you want to become more effective at mentoring
them and managing squadron level cadet programs? Then register for the
TRAINING LEADERS OF CADETS course being hosted by Los Alamitos Cadet
Squadron 153 and South Coast Group 7.
Topics to be covered include:
● Putting excitement into squadron meetings ● Getting cadets off to a great start
● Developing partnerships with parents ● Mentoring cadets to develop their potential
● Providing each cadet with challenges ● Overview of the CAWG Integrated
Leadership Program
To Apply:
1. Email a CAWG Form 150 to Maj Mark Wong at markskarma@gmail.com.
2. Bring a SIGNED CAWGF150 & $20 check (made payable to “Civil Air Patrol”) with you to the course. Application deadline for student participants is 01 March 2012.
Call (562)
449-3976 with questions.
** ALL participants must have current safety training as recorded in eServices **
Student Pre-requisites: Senior members who have completed Level One. Sorry, no
cadets allowed. Limited slots available!
STUDENT PREPARATION:
Before attending, review the five slide presentations at
http://www.capmembers.com/tlc (Click on “Enter the
Students site”)
Cost: $20
Includes lunch, snacks, &
student handbook
Airman Training School (ATS) - Squadron 112/Group 6 - Fresno
Part of the California Wing Integrated Leadership Program
The goal of the Airman Training School is to provide the cadet with a foundation for the Learning Phase of the cadet training in Civil Air Patrol. ATS stresses the fundamental aspects of Followership, Drill and Ceremonies, and basic leadership laboratory skills.
Report time: 1800 hours, Friday, 13 April 2012
Graduation: 1400 hours, Sunday, 15 April 2012
Location: National Guard Armory, 911 S Chance Ave, Fresno, CA
Cost: $40 - Includes meals and billeting. Please indicate T-shirt size S, M, L or XL.
OPEN TO ALL CADETS
Prerequisites for ATS are:
a. Students should be the grade of C/AMN or higher
b. Students should have attended Basic Cadet School *This requirement may be waived on an
individual basis. Please have your Unit Commander email a letter of recommendation*
Application deadlines:
Students: 13 March 2012
Cadet Staff: 01 March 2012
Cadet Staff Needed: Flight Sergeants, Flight Commanders, First Sergeant, Cadet Commander,
Logistics *You must have attended ATS or NCOS or staffed ATS,
Encampment or NCOS to staff this event*
Staff applications
now being accepted!
Senior Staff Needed: Medical Officer, National Activity Advisor(will instruct on how to apply
for Wing, Region and National Activities), Administration
Commander: 2nd Lt. Darla Gordon (559) 679-4506 gordongang4@me.com
622 W. Oak View Drive Visalia, Ca. 93277
Application Procedure::
Students: Send Form CAWGF150 & $40 check (payable to "Civil Air Patrol") to the Commander.
Cadet Staff: Email your cover letter & resume to gordongang4@me.com. Mail your signed CAWGF150 & $40 check (payable to "Civil Air Patrol") to the Commander.
Senior Staff: Email CAWGF150 to the Commander with a brief statement of desired position.
Accepted staff will be asked to send $40 to the above mailing address.
Acceptence letters, equipment list, as well as directions will be emailed out upon acceptance.
Cadet Non-Commissioned Officers' School - Los Alamitos JFTB Part of the Califorrnia Wing Integrated Leadership Program
Get “Hands On” Experience in:
● Instructional Methods - “Learn to Teach”
● Drill & Ceremonies - “You’re in Charge!”
● Instruction on Color Guard & Guidon
● NCO Responsibilities
● Interaction – New Faces & Experiences
● Evaluation - “Tell ‘em what’s good!”
To Apply: Student Participants – Email CAWG Form 150 to Maj Mark Wong at markskarma@gmail.com, with follow-up
SIGNED CAWGF150 & $45 check (payable to “Civil Air Patrol”) to mailing address below.
Call (562) 449-3976 with questions. Send a copy of your BCS or encampment graduation
certificate (either email or paper). Application deadline for student participants is 31 March 2012.
Cadet Staff – All staff positions are open. Pre-requisite: Prior NCOS graduation. Email CAWG Form 150, Cover
Letter, & Resume to NCOS Commander, Maj Mark Wong, at markskarma@gmail.com, with follow-up SIGNED CAWGF150 and $45 check (made out to “Civil Air Patrol”) to mailing address below.Call (562) 449-3976 with questions. Application deadline for cadet staff is 9 March 2012.
Senior Staff – Email CAWG Form 150 to Maj Mark Wong at markskarma@gmail.com, with follow-up SIGNED CAWGF150 and $45 check (made out to “Civil Air Patrol”) to mailing address below. Call Maj Wong at (562) 449-3976 with questions.
Mailing Address for all applications: CAWG NCOS South
8101 San Heron Circle
Buena
Park, CA 90620
** ALL participants must have current safety training as recorded in eServices **
Chino Cadet Squadron 20 has begun the recruitment process to find a Cadet Commander, Cadet Deputy Command, and Cadet Executive Officer for the Chino Airport's "Planes of Fame Airshow 2012."
Duties:
- Recruit and select cadet staff
- Develop schedule, assist in event planning, and execute plan
- Oversee and manage operational activities (Cadet Commander/Deputy CC)
- Oversee and Manage support functions (Cadet Commander/XO)
- Mentor, guide, and support subordinate cadet staff
- Ensure positive image of CAP
- HAVE FUN!
Location: Chino Airport, Squadron 20 Headquarters Activities: Crowd/Flightline control duties, communications support, & other duties as required Application Deadline: 5 Feb 2012
Interested Cadets please contact Capt. Paul Saba, npfd505@yahoo.com or call 714-420-6580 for additional application information.
• Date: 18 May to 20 May (Friday thru Sunday).
• Mission: Security and parking, recruiting, meal preparation and cleanup, and communications. We will be sharing a meal with Security Forces Saturday night.
• Send all form 150s to CapMarchAirFest@yahoo.com, and we will e-mail you an acceptance packet.
• Arrival time: Friday-come early afternoon to help set up and see the pre show, with dinner at 6:00pm or after 6:00pm-no dinner provided.
• Cost: We are working on making it FREE – As volunteers, we will have sack lunches provided by the Air Force. Billeting on base in a flight line hanger, with cost of other meals being defrayed by opportunities yet to be announced.
• Staff positions are still available: email CAPF150, resume, and short cover letter (200 words or less) with position you are requesting to CapMarchAirFest@yahoo.com
• Questions: Maj David Goude 909-319-2976
California Wing Cadet Encampment -- Camp San Luis
Obispo 20 July - Staff arrival and training
Do You Want To Participate In…
• Military Career Training?
• Flight Inspections?
• Drill Competitions?
• An event that will change your life?
Prerequisites:
• Be a CAP Member
• Be at least a C/Amn (for cadets).
Senior Members... you are needed at encampment, too! Watch this site for the latest information.
Save the Date! Application procedures to follow!
23 Jan 2012 -- Applications for CTG Executive Staff and Commanders
1. The 2012 CAWG Encampment Commander, Lt Col James Jenkins, invites applicants to submit a resume and cover-letter for the following Cadet Staff positions:
a. Commander, Cadet Training Group (CTG)
b. Deputy Commander, CTG
c. Executive Officer, CTG
d. Commander, Cadet Training Squadron (CTS); three positions available
2. Applicants should mail a cover letter and resume to Headquarters, California Wing postmarked by Saturday, 11 February 2012. Electronic copies in a .pdf file format should also be sent to the following e-mail address: ctg@cawgcadets.org
3. Candidates should be available for an interview during the California Wing Cadet Programs Conference, Camp San Luis Obispo, 17-19 February 2012.
4. Candidates should have an understanding of encampment related documents CAPR 52-16 Chapter 9, National Encampment Curriculum and the CAWG Encampment Training Manual.
5. Applications for multiple positions by one individual can be submitted in a single package. Multiple resumes and cover letters for each position are not required.
6. Updated 02 Feb -- Successful candidates should be prepared to participate in the general cadet staff selection exercise scheduled for 1-3 June 2012, and will be asked to participate in an executive staff retreat on 14-15 April 2012.
If you're applying to attend any California Wing
activity, please be sure you're using CAWGF150. Checks for CAWG activities should be made payable to "CAWG Cadet Programs."
Unless otherwise noted, all applications are to be mailed to: California Wing Cadet Programs
<Name of Activity>
PO BOX 7688
Van Nuys CA 91409-7688
