Further to Captain Palumbo’s training night post; this is a reminder for all to:
**BRING UNIFORM ON A HANGER**
**BRING BOOTS AND POLISH**
We will be running a uniform prep class, with iron’s and Ironing boards.
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Pinery Provincal Park / Grand Bend
Weather cooporated and a great time was had by all. What an excellent way to end off the year.
Good luck to WO1 Lavoie, and see everyone again in September.
Wetaskiwin Family Fun Day
Camp Wetaskiwin is a Scout facility that the Niagara units of the Canadian Cadet Organization heavily rely upon to support their training requirements. Due to lack of funding this amazing facility is starting to fall into disrepair.
We, as a community, have an opportunity to express our gratitude for supporting the development of thousands of our youth both inside and out of the Canadian Cadet Organization. I encourage everyone to participate to ensure this facility is available for future generations.
Rafting Trip
For the Senior Cadets attending the Rafting Trip this weekend.
Please visit http://www.owl-mkc.ca/owl/ and review the content under the Info menu. This will give you an idea of what to pack. Take note that we don’t have much room for luggage, so please pack as light as possible.
BRING YOUR PACKED KIT TO CADETS ON WEDNESDAY! That way you won’t have to lug everything to school on Friday.
Bug Spray and Sunscreen are probably two of the most critical items.
The temperature of the water this time of year is around 65 deg F. Owl does offer the rental of wetsuits at the following costs:
- Full Suit – $10
- Jacket Only – $5
They also have a limited variety store on sight for snacks and such.
Logistical Points of Note
Departure from Niagara will be no later than 1:00PM
Muster Points and Pick up locations will be fully determined on Wednesday (though we expect to be able to pick most of you up from you respective school, we need to confirm).
Friday Lunch will be brown bag.
Friday Dinner will be own means. We expect to stop at a service center along the way.
Sunday’s return will include lunch prior to departure and dinner by own means. Depending on times we may or may not stop, but expect to return around 7:00PM (phone will be available for advance parental notification)
Weather
Watch the forecast closely. It looks like it may be a little rainy.
https://weather.gc.ca/city/pages/on-131_metric_e.html
Level 4 Assignment
**REMINDER**
Level 4 cadets are reminded to have their annual program write up for their assigned levels ready to be completed Wednesday night.
Level 4 cadets should also be prepared to work with their levels on their annual dynamic display. An email can be sent to Lt Russell with any requests for resources. We discussed briefly last week what the expectations are, but feel free to contact Lt Russell with any questions.
See everyone tomorrow night.
Lt Russell, CD
Senior Cadet Year End Trip
The year end trip planned for June 2016 dates have been finalized to 10, 11, 12 June. The original staffing conflict for that weekend has been resolved allowing us to avoid the high school exam period all together.
Note that your $50 fee to participate is due no later than Wednesday 4-May-2016 to guarantee your spot.
Confirmed information at this time:
- Departure: 13:00 Friday June 10
- Return: 19:00 Sunday June 12
-Bring the following completed waiver with your $50
-See the following for the facility recommended kit list
Facility Recommended; What to Wear / What to Bring.
More information to follow.
Aviation Subjects Review
Incase you missed it, here is the Level 4 Aviation Subjects Performance Check review package. Study hard, your performance check is in two weeks (27-April).
PROFICIENCY LEVEL 4 Aviation Subjects Handbook
Lt Russell
Monday 18 January Training
Monday Night Trg:
Drill Team 7-8pm (bring your wedge and boots)
Sports 8-9pm –> Dress appropriately: want to be on the Squadron Sports Teams for the NAG Sports Competition this month? Come out this week. Volleyball, Handball, Soccer – all the sports we need to practice in order to crush the competition.
LOTTERY TICKETS: do you want to put your name in the draw for two movie tickets (incl. popcorn and drinks)? Then come on by the office and pick up another book of tickets to be sold. For each extra book sold, your name will go into the draw one more time.
Santa Claus Parade
Good Morning All,
In the festivities of our recent (and very successful) mess dinner, we probably didn’t communicate the details of the NOTL Santa Claus Parade. So for those that missed it or need confirmation please see below:
- DATE: Saturday, 12 December 2015
- Time:
- Cadet Arrival – No later than 10:15am
- Parade Start – 11:00am
- Cadet Ready for Pick Up – No later than 12:30
- Location: Branch 124 Legion – 410 King St
- Dress:
- C2 – All (Sgt, FSgt, WO2, WO1)
- C3 – Everyone else (LAC, Cpl, FCpl)
- Everyone must wear their Parka (liner is optional)
- Special Assignments:
- The following cadets are to wear sports clothes:
- The following cadets are to wear Field Training Cloths (Olive Drab Fatigues)
- The following cadets are to wear sports clothes:
Be aware that our spot in the parade is very close to the front, and as such we generally finish the parade before Santa himself has started moving. So if you plan on watching the parade please advise your cadet where you will be, to ensure a timely pick up.
Please take a strong cautionary note that traffic becomes incredibly congested and impossible to navigate starting around 10:00am. If you plan on viewing the parade I would suggest arriving early to find parking. Otherwise setting up a drop off and pick up location a few blocks away from the core may allow you to get in or out a little easier.
See everyone tomorrow morning. Bring your Christmas Cheer (despite the weather)!
Level 3 Training Reminder
This is a reminder for all Level 3 cadets.
Wednesday 10 December, 2014 will be your first opportunity to demonstrate your instructional abilities through an assigned lesson. For those of you that missed the lecture last week please ensure you see LT Russell at some point during the parade night tonight (Wed 3-Dec-2014) to get an overview of expectations and receive your assigned lesson.
All level 3 cadets are expected to advise Lt Russell on all the resources they will require during the lesson. Every class should require a minimum of 1 training aid.
Please come see Lt Russell with any questions or concerns about your assignment.