News Home Page
CAWG Cadets - Calendar
 

Get the latest activity, event and special announcements about the California Wing Cadet Program

Subscribe to cawgcadets
Powered by groups.yahoo.com
The Yahoo cawgcadets Group is used to distribute information only and not as a discussion group. All cadets and senior members are invited to join.

=================================================================

(click on the link to go to that activity)

2-4 May - Air Fest 2008 -- March Air Reserve Base -- Group 3 Updated!
16-18 May - Chino Airshow - Chino Airport
24-26 May - Watsonville Air Show - Watsonville Airport

31 May - 1 Jun - Training Leaders of Cadets -- March ARB Updated!
11-21 Jun - Colorado Wing Encampment
13-20 Jul - Region Cadet Leadership School - Peterson AFB, Colorado
1-9 Aug CAWG Cadet Encampment - Camp San Luis Obispo New!
1-9 Aug CAWG Cadet Survival School - Camp San Luis Obispo Updated!

Note: We have been informed that due to runway construction, Edwards AFB will not be holding an airshow this year


2-4 May 08

Air Fest 2008 -- March Air Reserve Base -- Group 3

March Air Fest

“Thunder over the Empire"

The March Air Reserve Base Air Fest is an exciting military airshow usually featuring the USAF Thunderbirds Precision Flight Team, Robosausraus, The Wall of Fire, numerous air acts, and scores of vendor booths and chalets. This air extravaganza only happens once every two years. Don’t miss it in 2008!Date: May 2-4 Friday thru Sunday.

Our mission: Security and parking, recruiting and program sales, meal preparation and cleanup, and communications. We are on the list for manning a booth for the event as a fundraiser.

• Send all form CAWGF31s to CapMarchAirFest@yahoo.com, and we will e-mail an acceptance packet.

Arrival time: Friday - come early afternoon to help set up and see the pre-show(1pm), with dinner at 6:00pm or after 6:00pm - no dinner provided.

Cost: FREE – As volunteers, we will have sack lunches provided by the Air Force. Billeting on base, with cost of other meals being defrayed by program sales during event.

• Cadet Staff positions are still available: Flight and HQ staff and Area Commanders, email by April 5, form 31, resume, and short cover letter (200 words or less) with position you are requesting to C/Maj
James Clark, CapMarchAirFest@yahoo.com

Questions: Capt David Goude 909-319-2976

Download latest flyer (pdf)

400,000 + visitors expected. See the Thunderbirds!
You won’t want to miss being a part of this event!!

=============================Go to top============================

16-18 May

Chino Airshow - Chino Airport


Duties: Flight Line, crowd control, fire watch and other duties as needed.

Time: Friday - 1700 to Sunday 1700
Cost:  TBD

Uniform: BDU's (Woodland or Corporate Blue) or Corporate Uniform, Polo (NO Service Dress) Camelback or webgear. Bring a jacket.

Accepting applications for Cadet Staff. Applications due by 1 May 2008.
Please send CAWGF 31's and Resume to:   chinoairshow2008@roadrunner.com.

Seniors are needed for Tactical Officer positions (use CAWGF31).

Walk-ins welcome, however, please R.S.V.P by 10 May for food purchase.

** Seniors if you have RV's or tents you wish to bring, please let us know so we can make accommodation at the camp site.

Contact:Captain John Binder 951-377-1027 or 1Lt. Chris Mattson 909-800-0394 for more information.

 =============================Go to top============================

24-26 May

Watsonvill Logo
Watsonville Antique Fly-in
-- Watsonville Airport on Memorial Day Weekend

WANTED! 100+ Cadets from all of CAWG and the Pacific Region!

Do something different for Memorial Day. Attend the largest fly-in of antique and experimental aircraft held on the West Coast. 100 cadets and 30 seniors are needed to provide crowd control and aircraft watch during the weekend.

CURRENTLY SEEKING SENIOR STAFF POSITIONS

Cadet Participant CAWGF31's Due -- 9 May 08

>>>>>>>>>>>>><<<<<<<<<<<<<

CADET PARTICIPANT APPLICATIONS

1.  Please MAIL a CAWGF31 and $25 check payable to: "Civil Air Patrol - Group 2 to:

Capt. Michael Hodges, CAP
Watsonville Project Officer
9740 Trefoil Pl.
Salinas, CA 93907

Watsonville Air Show Web Site: www.watsonvilleflyin.org

=============================Go to top============================

31 May - 1 Jun Training Leaders of Cadets (TLC) - March ARB - Building 441
for Senior Members

So you wouldn't know a cadet if you tripped over one? You don't know the difference between the ILP and CPFT? Or you do, and you wish all the others seniors did, too!

Come to TLC and learn about what makes the cadet program work. We'll share experiences, best practice policies and learn more about the cadet program than you would ever expect in a weekend.

Flyer for distribution (pdf)

Training Leaders of Cadets (TLC) is a course for adult officers interested in enhancing their knowledge and skills in Cadet Programs leadership and management, particularly Cadet Programs (CP) Specialty Track seniors desiring to complete their Senior level rating.  Participants must have completed Level 1 and CPPT.  Cadets are not allowed as participants.

Course Content:

  • A Strategic Overview of the Cadet Program
  • Core Values: Guiding Seniors, Developing Cadets
  • Cadet Program Administration
  • Adolescent Development
  • Leading Indirectly
  • Managing a Cadet / Senior Team
  • Great Activities
  • Partnering with Parents
  • Positive Approaches Toward Legal Responsibilities
  • Practicum: “Virtual Cadet Squadron”           

Cost:  $20.00
Includes Continental Breakfast & Lunch, Saturday & Sunday

Date:    31 May - 1 June 2008
Check-In Begins:  0730 Saturday
Classes Start:  0800
Location:  March ARB – Education Building 441
Application Deadline:  16 May 2008
Uniform of the Day:  Short Sleeve Blues or Corporate Equivalent (no flight suits or utility uniforms)
(Note:  Must meet grooming standards for wear of Blues Uniform - CAPR 39-1 http://level2.cap.gov/documents/u_082203102943.pdf )
Billeting at March Inn Contact:  (951) 655-5241  X3812 or 3804, or
By Email:  lodging.reservations@march.af.mil

Note:  Students should complete three (3) online modules at following website in advance of course attendance.
http://level2.cap.gov/visitors/programs/cadet_programs_for_all_youth/tools_for_leaders/tlc_2005/tlc_students/

For more information contact:  Capt Martin Zschoche at (760) 727-0285 (evenings) or email at mrzschoche@yahoo.com

Registration:
1) Email your CAWGF 31 to mrzschoche@yahoo.com  
2) Bring your signed CAWGF 31 with ALL required signatures and registration fee first day of class.

Confirmation: You will receive a confirmation email acknowledging your enrollment, with directions and site information.

=============================Go to top============================

11-21 Jun

COWG Logo Colorado Wing Cadet Encampment - United States Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs

Call for Cadet Staff

So you've graduated from a California Wing Encampment. You're looking for a new challenge and wondering what's next...

Have you ever considered being on staff at an Encampment?    Staffing any event, especially an encampment, can be one of the most rewarding experiences of one's cadet career.  This summer, you have a few opportunities to do just that!

Colorado Wing is looking for highly skilled and motivated cadets who wish to make the most out of their summer, and who will change the lives of young cadets forever.  If this is you, consider applying for the 2008 Colorado Wing Encampment Cadet Staff!

Many positions are available, to include:
Line positions: Flight Sergeant, Flight Commander, First Sergeant, Squadron Commander, and Director of ATF
HQ positions: Admin, Public Affairs, Communications, Medical, Logistics, Stan/Eval, Training, etc.

Please download the following documents for specific application procedures.  We look forward to working with you this summer to make this an unforgettable event!   Should you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact the Cadet Commander, C/Col Doug Crawford at dscrawford14@sbcglobal.net

IMPORTANT: All CAWG members applying for activities outside CAWG must have the CAPF31 (note: not a CAWGF31) approved by the Wing Commander. After parent and squadron commander approvals, please forward your application to Lt Col Upton, CAWG/DCP, at aupton@cawg.cap.gov for CAWG Commander approval. F31's must arrive well before the activity deadline to allow for approval and forwarding.

2008 COWG Encampment Cadet Staff Listings

2008 COWG Encampment Squadron CC and CCMSgt Application Procedure

2008 COWG Encampment Cadet Staff Application Procedure

=============================Go to top============================

12-20 Jul

Region Cadet Leadership School - Peterson AFB, Colorado
(In Colorado Springs just down the highway from the United States Air Force Academy)RCLS Patch

Pacific Region has joined forces with Rocky Mountain Region for this year's Region Cadet Leadership School.  The activity fulfills one of the requirements for the Eaker Award.

RCLS is a Joint USAF and CAP Training program designed for cadets to increase their knowledge and skills in leadership and management.

Topics include:
• Leadership and Discipline
• Management
• Individual & Group Relations
• Communications Skills
• Effective Speaking and Teaching
• Air Power & Society
• Air Force Heritage
• Air Force Academy Admissions Briefing
• and a tour of a local military installation.
Active Duty USAF Officers and NCO's may conduct many of these classes!!

WHO? Cadets should be at least 15 Years old and rank of C/CMSgt or higher.   You must have completed a wing summer encampment by 1 July 08.  Priority for attendance will be given to Phase 4 cadets who have not yet attended an RCLS or the National Cadet Officers School. As an exception to the age limit, cadets in Phase 4 (C/Maj-C/Col) who are under age 15 may apply.

HOW TO APPLY: Apply now using CAPF 31 (not a CAWGF31). You must have your parents and squadron commander's signature and include a picture.  Do not send to CAWG, we will obtain Wing & Region Commander approval for all students via email.
Mail applications to:

Rocky Mountain Region Headquarters
RCLS c/o Maj Janeen Chazell                                              
PO Box 16688
Salt Lake City UT 84116

A $30.00 non-refundable deposit must be received before your selection will be confirmed. 
Applications must be received by 15 June 08. Slots are limited! Get your application in ASAP!

COST: $200.00 for CAWG Cadets plus meals (Budget about $10.00 per day at USAF dining hall)


=============================Go to top============================

01-09 Aug

California Wing Cadet Encampment -- Camp San Luis Obispo
(Staff Pre-Encampment 29-31 July 2008)

IMPORTANT CHANGE FROM PAST YEARS: Encampment goes from:
Arrival: FRIDAY 01 August 2008 between 1300 and 1500 (1:00pm – 3:00pm)
Graduation: SATURDAY 09 August 2008 10:00am

Do You Want To Participate In…
• Military Career Training?
• Helicopter O-Rides?
• Flight Inspections?
• Drill Competitions?
• An event that will change your life?

THEN COME JOIN US! Applications are now being accepted for the 2008 California Wing Cadet Encampment!

Prerequisites:
• Be a CAP Member
• Be at least a C/Amn (for cadets). See below for senior member requirements.

Emergency encampment voicemail: 1-800-5CADETS.
Please do not use for routine status calls. Leave a message and an encampment staff officer will be
paged and will return your call.

Application Procedures:

• Email an electronic CAWGF31 to: CTG@CAWGCADETS.ORG
• Mail a signed CAWGF31 and check payable to California Wing Cadet Programs to:

CAWG CTG 2008
P.O. Box 7688
Van Nuys CA 91409-7688

Basic Cadets
$200 -- Early Applications (applications filed by 5 Jul 08)
$220 -- Timely filed by application deadline of 18 Jul 08
$240 -- Late Filing/Past Due Date

Cadet Staff: $180

Click here for the Encampment Page

Encampment Flyer -- for distribution
Encampment SOP (Standard Operating Procedures)
2008 Encampment Confirmation Letter (to come)
Encampment Equipment List
2008 Encampment Parents' Letter (to come)
Directions to Camp San Luis Obispo

Senior Members:

2008 CAWG ENCAMPMENT SENIOR STAFF OPENINGS

There are multiple openings for senior members who would like to participate as staff members.
Applicants must be current members of CAP and have completed Level I/CPPT prior to reporting to
encampment. Staff members will be required to wear an appropriate uniform in accordance with
CAPM 39-1. Openings are in the following areas:

• Tactical Officers -- Responsible for the safety and training supervision of the cadet flight staff and basic cadets.
• Kitchen -- Responsible for nourishment for all basic cadets, staff cadets, and senior staff. Most loved, the hardest work!
• Drivers -- Responsible for safe transportation of basic cadets and staff to distant activities.
• Medical -- Responsible for triage of possible injuries/illness. A healthy cadet is a happy cadet.
• Administration -- Responsible for paperwork, paperwork, paperwork.
• Public Affairs -- Responsible for making encampment famous!

Be responsible this summer! Be on encampment senior staff!

Personnel interested in participating in any of the above areas should contact the following:

Tactical Officers
Lt Col Bill Taylor
949-279-4233
bill_taylor@toyota.com

Kitchen
Maj Dan Niessen
408-483-9569
niessend@aol.com

Drivers, Medical, Admin, Public Affairs
Maj Michael Kathriner
760-409-1177
michaelkathriner@gmail.com

CAP Members, Parents and friends attending Encampment Graduation

The ceremony starts at 10:00am sharp on the “parade field” at Camp San Luis Obispo.

Arrive 15 to 30 minutes early for seating. Graduation lasts approximately 30 minutes.

Hopefully your son/daughter will be released to go home no later than 12:00 Noon. If your son or daughter served on staff, it may be an hour or two later, depending on time needed to complete the barracks exit inspection.

To drive onto Camp San Luis Obispo, drivers will need three items:
Current driver license
Current vehicle registration
Current proof of insurance

The MPs on the gate will process you very quickly if the driver has the above three items ready to hand over.
If you wish to really speed up the process, fill out the information on the below link,
http://www.calguard.ca.gov/cslo/Operations/Security/web_Veh%20Registration.htm
If you drive up to the Gate without any of the above three items, you will be required to park your vehicle and physically walk onto the base. The parade field is about one mile from the gate.

Any questions, please call my cell phone (805) 680-0331

TONY UPTON, LTC, CAP
CAWG CP DIRECTOR
(805) 680-0331
(805) 456.3697 fax
aupton@cawg.cap.gov

=============================Go to top============================

1-9 Aug

California Wing Cadet Survival School -- Camp San Luis Obispo

This August, CSS brings in world-class instructors including Pararescuemen, Pilots, USAFA grads, and Special Operators. This is a different survival school - it will take you way beyond "camping" type stuff, and do more "SEAL training" type stuff. We work hard to make it a world-class course, now all we need are some world-class cadets ... are you up to it?

"We are now accepting applications for the CSS 2008 course. To get an application, email Capt. Naugle at JNaugle@aol.com  The price is set at $180, please do not submit payment until you have received an acceptance notification."

Activities will include:
-Land Navigation
-Marksmanship
-Dynamic leadership stress training
-Rappelling
-PJ style rough-water confidence training

Requirements to participate:
-Must be an Encampment Graduate
-Must be a Cadet Staff Sergeant or higher
-14 years or older prior to the start (waiverable)
-Basic knowledge of wilderness survival skills
-No physical or mental disabilities that might hinder safe training in a physically and mentally demanding environment

Who: 25 highly motivated CAP cadets
Where: Camp SLO
When: Same dates as encampment (expect 1-9 Aug)
Why: Because it is time to take cadet training to the next level
Deadline to apply: 1 June 2008 (Revised!)
CSS is looking for TACs and Cadet Staff!
Deadline to apply for staff: 1 March 2008
How to find out more: capcadetinfo.com/cadetsurvivalschool
or email: JNaugle@aol.com


When something ugly goes down, are you going to be the victim or the SURVIVOR?

=============================Go to top============================

 

If you're applying to attend any California Wing activity, please be sure you're using CAWGF31 dated 24 APR 03.

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

Click here for the CAWGCADETS.ORG FLIER