Ground Team ES Familiarization Exercise on Nov 10
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On Saturday, November 10th, the squadron is doing a Ground Team Familiarization and conditioning exercise in Harriman State Park. We’ll hike up to Stockbridge shelter for lunch and classes.  Please make sure to have appropriate clothing for the weather. 

Details are as follows:

Event:  Ground Team ES Training
When:  Nov 10th, 0800, rain or shine 
Location:  meeting at Turkey Hill parking area, Harriman State Park, https://goo.gl/maps/af7KEz7z2ky
Uniform:  ABU or BDU
Signup deadline:  Thursday, Nov 8th

What to bring:

  • lunch, snacks
  • 2 qts of water minimum
  • hat, gloves, and layers are highly suggested
  • 24 hour pack if you have one, if not, bring what you have

Cadets must have Curry award and have completed the online GES training to participate (see website under Cadets/Training/101 Card). Contact 1st Lt Gessman at gessmanj@gmail.com or 845-337-9016 for more information.

Sign Up Sheet

 

Meeting Agenda 06 Nov 2018
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Situation
Location: Stewart ANGB Bldg 203
Date: 06 November 2018
Time: 1830 – 2100
UOD: ABU
CQ: Alpha Flight

Schedule
1830 – 1835: Opening Formation
1835 – 1900: Safety Briefing
1900 – 2000: Aerospace Education
2000 – 2040: Drill & Ceremonies – Drill Tests – Wingman Course for new cadets
2040 – 2100: Closing Formation

Supply
All cadets should bring water, a notebook, and a pen/pencil.
Logistics staff must ensure that the insignia box is brought to the meeting.

Admin
If you are unable to attend the meeting, inform your chain of command.
To request a drill test or written exam, notify the testing officer through the chain of command.

Weekend Training Opportunity
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All,

The following training is available this weekend.  You’ll need to have your Curry award and GES online training done (see this website under Training/101 Card) to participate.  The squadron has 24 hour packs you can use for GTM3 training.  Contact 1st Lt Gessman at gessmanj@gmail.com or 845-337-9016 for more information.

1. Initial GTM3 training [F/P]:  SAT 1200-1630 at MGJ Orange County Airport.  Members with GES may report at that time with gear listed below to obtain GTM3 Fam/Prep training.  No deployment off-airport will occur.  F/P training does not count toward mission participation, but anyone with GES and the required equipment may participate.There may be additional, post-F/P GTM3 training available on SUN.  You will be advised if this is scheduled.  Hunting season starts this weekend, and we are trying to find a suitable spot away from hunting areas.

Equipment needed:  24 hour pack, notebook, pen/pencil, plus snacks and drinks.  The only food source at MGJ is limited vending machines.  There are local area restaurants, but travel to/from would be required.

2. Aircrew training:  SAT & SUN 0800-1630.  Training will be conducted based on member need and WX.  Contact NY413/CC Maj Larry Wenz at commander@cap-ny413.org if planning to attend aircrew training.

3. Mission base training:  Available SAT & SUN at SEG, HPN Westchester County Airport, White Plains beginning at 0800.  Members must notify group through chain of command if going to HPN, so we can notify SEG.

 

West Point Tour and Parade
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All,

On Saturday, November 3rd, we’ve been invited to West Point to watch a Cadet Review parade before the Army/Air Force football game. One of the time honored traditions of an Army West Point game day, a full-dress cadet parade takes place on “The Plain” three hours to kickoff (weather permitting) for every home game. A tour by a West Point and CAP Spaatz Cadet will follow. Family members and friends are welcome to attend as well.

Event: Cadet Review on “The Plain” and Tour
Date: Saturday, November 3rd
Time: Parade starts at 0900, meeting time to be determined. Event will run to approximately noon.

To sign up, please fill out this form: West Point Parade Signup

If you have any questions or concerns, contact me at miguel.connell@ny030.org or at (845)-545-2533, or 2d Lt Deborah Flynn at deb.flynn@ny030.org.

Regards,

C/CMSgt Miguel Connell
CAC Representative

Meeting Agenda 30 Oct 2018
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Situation
Location: Stewart ANGB Bldg 203
Date: 30 October 2018
Time: 1830 – 2100
UOD: Civilian (Costumes Optional)
CQ: Squadron

Schedule

We will be having a movie night, with drinks and pizza provided.

Admin
If you are unable to attend the meeting, inform your chain of command.

Operation Slumber: Trip to the Intrepid
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Squadron and Parents,

Catskill Mountain Group will be participating in a “Night at the Museum” overnight trip to the Intrepid Sea, Air, and Space Complex in New York City on the weekend of December 1st – 2nd. We’ll be sleeping in the Intrepid’s Great Hall with floor-to-ceiling views of the Hudson. The museum provides cots, but each participant will need to bring a sleeping bag or blanket and pillow. Everyone will receive a T-shirt and a voucher to return within the next sixty days (or re-enter the museum on Dec 2nd). Family members and friends are welcome to attend as well, however younger siblings must be at least 6 yrs old. Throughout the night there will be:

  • Movies
  • Flash-Light Guided Tours
  • Unlimited Simulator Rides
  • Inflatable Planetarium
  • Self-guided Tours of the Growler Submarine
  • Explore the Intrepid’s Captain and Navigation Bridge
  • Leadership Activities
  • Hands-on Activities
  • Dinner
  • Snacks
  • Breakfast

For more information, see this link for Operation Slumber Leadership Package.

Event: Operation Slumber
Date: 1 – 2 December
Time: 1700 on Saturday through 0800 am Sunday
Location: Pier 86, W 46th St, New York, NY 10036
Cost: $120 per person
Deadline: Payment is due by November 8th.

Checks can be brought to a meeting, or payment can be sent by paypal to claire.sullivan557@gmail.com – please use friends and family. 

To sign up for this event, fill out this form: Operation Slumber Sign-up

Parking is available nearby and there are limited seats in the CAP van, however, you must be a CAP member to ride in the van. Car-pooling is encouraged. If you have any questions or concerns, contact me at miguel.connell@ny030.org at (845)-545-2533 or 2d Lt Deborah Flynn at deb.flynn@ny030.org.

Regards,

C/CMSgt Miguel Connell
CAC Representative

Meeting Agenda 23 Oct 2018
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Situation
Location: Stewart ANGB Bldg 203
Date: 23 October 2018
Time: 1830 – 2100
UOD: Class B
CQ: Charlie Flight

Schedule
1830 – 1835: Opening Formation
1835 – 1850: Uniform Inspection
1850 – 1940: Drill and Ceremonies Practice
Column Movements – Flight Staff
Basic Drill (New Cadets) – C/CMSgt Connell
Drill Tests – 1st Lt Kuliszewski
1940 – 2040: Character Development Class – 1st Lt Mazzatta
2040 – 2100: Closing Formation and Announcements
Cadet Change of Command
Promotions and Awards

Supply
All cadets should bring water, a notebook, and a pen/pencil.
Logistics staff must ensure that the insignia box is brought to the meeting.

Admin
If you are unable to attend the meeting, inform your chain of command.
To request a drill test or written exam, notify the testing officer through the chain of command.

Meeting Agenda 16 Oct 2018
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Situation
Location: Stewart ANGB Bldg 203
Date: 16 October 2018
Time: 1830 – 2100
UOD: PT
CQ: Alpha Flight

Schedule
1830 – 1835: Opening Formation
1835 – 1855: PT Warm Up 1st Sgt Connell/Flight Sergeants
1855 – 1950: CPFT/Pacer Run 1st Sgt Connell/Capt Small
1950 – 2050: Leadership Class 2d Lt T Flynn
2050 – 2100: Closing Formation and Announcements
Hudson Valley Hornets Fly-In Rescheduled

Supply
All cadets must bring water. Cadets should eat something during the day prior to taking the CPFT.

Admin
If you are unable to attend the meeting, inform your chain of command.

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