Weekly Routine Orders (WROs) 2022/23-21 – Week 21 – 5 February 2023

Date

5 February 2023

RO Number

2022/23-21

CO’s Message

Hello 809. I’m away this week. Lt Russell will have the reins of the squadron while I’m gone. On Wednesday we’re back to regular training and FTUs are the dress of the day for cadets. I’ll see everyone when I return for optional training on Monday, February 13.

809 Officer and Senior Cadet Staff Positions

Commanding Officer (CO): Lt Couroux
Deputy Commanding Office (DCO): Lt Russell
Training Officer (TrgO): Capt Emptage
Administration Officer (AdminO): Capt Lemoine
Supply Officer (SupO): CI Dau
Assistant Training Officer (ATrgO): OCdt Bell
Squadron Warrant Officer: WO1 Abt
Squadron Deputy Warrant Officer/Admin NCO: WO2 Vidal
Flight Commander/Supply NCO: WO2 Dau

Supply

Supply is open for exchanges and new issue on Monday evening only. Make sure you see CI Dau to set up an appointment

Training

Regular Training

Where: Squadron HQ
When: 8 February 2023
Who: All Cadets and Staff
Dress: C5, CAF 5, CIs and CVs Civilian Attire or FTUs
Duty Officer: CI Dau

Training Night Schedule

Begins Ends Period
1815 1830 Building Open, Parade Square Set-Up
1830 1845 Uniform Inspection / Opening Parade
1845 1920 Period 1
1925 2000 Period 2
2000 2015 Break
2015 2050 Period 3
2050 2100 Clean-Up Training Areas / Parade Square
2100 2115 Closing Parade
2115 2130 Building Closed

Class Schedule

Period 1
1845-1920
Period 2
1925-2000
Period 3
2015-2050
Level One and Two PO/EO M130.01 M130.01 M203.03
Description Identify Aircraft as Military, Civilian and Cadet Identify Aircraft as Military, Civilian and Cadet Discuss Effective Communication in a Peer Setting
Instructor
Level Three and Four PO/EO M409.01 M331.01 M331.01
Description Identify Methods of Instruction Review Principles of Flight Review Principles of Flight
Instructor

Note: Off-duty instructors are to report to their secondary duties:

  • Administration NCO: FSgt Vidal
  • Supply NCO: FSgt Dau

Announcements

1. Monday Evening Optional Training – 6 February – Effective Speaking and Aviation

When: 1830-2115
Where: Squadron HQ
Dress: Appropriate Civilian Attire
Duty Officer: Capt Emptage

Effective Speaking:

Cadets should have an outline with clear main points and supporting points for each main point of their speech. Some of you are already at the editing stage, others are just starting their speeches. This work period to allow you another opportunity to work on your speeches. You are expected to bring whatever you need in order to complete this task ex: laptops or tablets.

Editing strategies are posted here. Please review: Editing Strategies

Aviation:

Open to everyone. Come out and have fun.

2. 126/809 RCACS Mixed Drill Team

Drill team will proceed this week. We had a lot of fun the week before last. I encourage everyone that has an interest in drill to take part:

When: Thursday, February 2 1830h-2030h
Where: River View Public School, 3300 Cattell Drive, Niagara Falls
Dress: Appropriate Civilian Attire

3. Winter Gala

128 Squadron has invited all the squadrons and corps in the Niagara Garrison to attend the Niagara Cadet Winter Gala. This is a semi-formal dinner and dance where cadets can socialize. If you’re interested in attending, Capt Copses-Parker (CO of 128 Squadron) has requested final numbers by Wednesday, so let us know as soon as you can.

Cost is $30.00 per person. Here’s the info:

When: Saturday, February 11 1730h-1100h

1730h – Doors open
1815h – Dinner will be served
2000h – Dance will start
2230h – Cleanup
2300h – Doors close

Where: 128 Squadron – Trinity United Church, 15 Pine Street South, Thorold
Dress: Semi-Formal or Mess Dress (C2)
Officer Requirement: One Staff member escort for every 20 cadets

5. Other Upcoming Activities

  • 04 Mar 2023 – Zone Shooting Competition
  • 25 Mar 2023 – Female Leadership Day at 128 Flying Dragons Squadron, Thorold
  • 25 Mar 2023 – Male Leadership Day, location TBD
  • 25 Mar 2023 – Wing 10 Effective Speaking Regional Competition at 62 Phantom Squadron, Grimsby
  • 01 Apr 2023 – Band and Drill Team Competition at 62 Phantom Squadron, Grimsby
  • 06 May 2023 – Orienteering Day at 611 Harvard Squadron, Dunnville

6. Summer Training

Summer training opportunities have been emailed to every cadet and parent. The brochure can be viewed at this link:

2023 Air Cadet Summer Training Opportunities

If you’re interested in applying for one of these exciting opportunities, please see the AdminO about the application process.

Summary

All attendees must check-in for all in-person activities using the Registration for In-Person Events form.

In-Person Activity Check-In Form

This Week’s Activities

Date Day Activity Location Dress OIC
6 February 2023 Monday Optional Training Squadron HQ Suitable Civilian Attire Capt Emptage
8 February 2023 Wednesday Regular Training Squadron HQ Cadets C5, CAF 5, CIs & CVs Suitable Civilian Attire or FTUs CI Dau

Upcoming Activities

Date Day Activity Location Dress OIC
13 February 2023 Monday Optional Training Squadron HQ Suitable Civilian Attire Capt Lemoine
15 February 2023 Wednesday Regular Training Squadron HQ Cadets C5, CAF 5, CIs & CVs Suitable Civilian Attire or FTUs Lt Couroux
20 February 2023 Monday Family Day
No Training
Enjoy Your Family
     
22 February 2023 Wednesday Regular Training Squadron HQ Cadets C5, CAF 5, CIs & CVs Suitable Civilian Attire or FTUs Lt Russell
27 February 2023 Monday Optional Training Squadron HQ Suitable Civilian Attire CI Dau

D Couroux
Lieutenant
Commanding Officer
809 Newark RCACS
Immortal!