December 25th

Merry Christmas Phoenix Cadet Squadron!!

Reminder - our next meeting is set for January 7th, 2010 - Squadron Blgd - uniform of the day will be BDUs.

I want to get the word out about a program that the Wing has asked us to take on. Our Squadron has been tasked with heading up the newly formed Utah Wing Emergency Service Communications Program. Specifically, we (and by that I mean cadets & senior members) would be tasked to respond to "real world" call outs - set up a communication center for local Law Enforcement, Search and Rescue Teams, Search Aircraft, and ground teams in the field. Real world call outs include missing people, downed planes, and disaster responses.

This isn't a program where individual participation is mandatory - but if you want to participate - you will be trained and used on deployments.

Details will be briefed at the next meeting (since I don't have all of them myself right now)- but I'm looking for some initial comments on what your thoughts are.

Pass this information on via text, IM, Facebook, etc.. to our members so we can have some discussion about it in January.

December 17th

PT & Sqdn Christmas Party

Show up ready to have fun!! If you can, bring a snack or "munchies" to share.

This is the last meeting of the year. (The first meeting of the new year is Jan 7th)

There is no testing this week

Also, we have an opening on the Wing Color Guard Team - Tryouts will be Saturday, Dec 19th. Contact C/A1C Bell for information and details. Any C/Amn and above is eligible to tryout.

December 10th

Aerospace Meeting -

Uniform of the day is BDUs

Testing opportunities available (if requested)

For new members, we will try to issue BDU's tonight -

Note: we cannot issue Boots, Belt, and Hats. All patches, name tags, etc. can be purchased from the Sqdn Supply Officer (SM Abbott)

A great Christmas present would be..... A New Sqdn T-Shirt - make sure to get it on your wish list!!!! ($10 per shirt)

Always remember who you are and what you represent - Phoenix Cadet Sqdn - Second to None!

December 3rd

Welcome back - Its our Leadership meeting night

Uniform of the day is BDUs

Testing is available - (reminder - let someone know you need to test/board)

Colorguard members - we will be meeting with Col Bost and Capt Mettmann tonight - ask your parents to attend this meeting - we will be setting up our training schedule.

Hope to see everyone there

Phoenix - Second to none!!

Wreaths Across America order form

Wreaths Across America Fundraiser

Our squadron can fundraise by taking orders for the WAA program. It is part of a national program, has many years of success and always includes a great program in December.

By taking an order from a friend, neighbor, relative or your own family, a person or family can dedicate a wreath to a fallen soldier or vet at the start of the winter holiday season, when we most find comfort in giving. CAP however, does not allow cadets to go door-to-door, so generally, just asking around produces a number of donations.

An order consists of one $15 check or money order for each wreath ordered. The checks go to the squadron fundraiser by Nov. 28th, and are then sent to a national team that orders the wreaths. (Make them out to WAA) The wreaths are then shiped via truck to each state on December 12th and delivered to the veteran cemetary. On that day, and simultaneously across the country, cadets, veterans, military groups, or any civic group enjoys a program dedicating and honoring, teaching and distributing. It will be held at 10am at the Utah State Veteran’s Cemetery on that Saturday. Wreaths are placed by cadets, familys, etc.
The goal is to have one wreath for every headstone!

Last year, Utah doubled the number placed on that day. Squadrons received $5 for each wreath, which was utilized for flights, supplies, or other needs determined by the squadron.

Please send any funds and the names of contributors to Public Affairs in the Squadron (I will pick them up if you call me). Be sure to put the event on your calendar, whether you donate or not. It is really a super opportunity for cadets to participate in a national event, and gain knowledge while honoring those who served.

Thanks for any support you can give. An application is available here to download for each wreath, or it is on line at Wreathsacrossamerica.org .

Lt Sue Chamberlin, Public Affairs Officer
Phoenix Squadron, Ut Wing Civil Air Patrol
10821 South 3210 West
SJ Ut 84095

801-556-8685 cell

PS
We cannot take orders for specific veteran headstones or people, but that can be done by accessing the Wreaths Across America website. We cannot get funding for those orders.

November 26

Thanksgiving - No meeting

Our next meeting is scheduled for December 3rd - uniform of the day is BDU's

If requested, testing will be available.

Have a great holiday and we'll see you in December!

November 19th

Character Development week - uniform of the day is Blues

There will be an inspection of uniforms this week. Make sure your shoes are shined, uniform pressed (not a sleep and wear wrinkle).

Testing opportunities are available - (make sure you leave a post that you need a test)

This will be the last meeting for the month of November (next week is Thanksgiving)

O-Flights were cancelled due to lack of funds from the Wing - were working on fixing that.

Nov 12th

Aerospace this week -

We will be traveling to the Clark Planetarium to see a show and view exhibits. We will be meeting at 6:00pm at the squadron building, AN HOUR EARLIER than the regular meeting time. The show will cost $8.00 per person. Cadets will be transported by senior members or parents from the Squadron building to the Planetarium.

If your a Parent who can assist with transportation, please notify Flight Officer Coffman at 801-641-3499.

There will be NO testing this week (because of the field trip)

Speaking of testing - C/Lt Pratt will be posting a memo explaining new testing procedures - specifically, unless you let someone know prior to the meeting that you want to test, you will not be allowed to test. More information to follow.

Have you purchased your Squadron T-shirt yet (cost is $10)

Nov 5th

Slight change in the schedule, this weeks meeting will be Leadership -

Uniform of the day is BDUs

Testing opportunities are available - are you testing?

Study groups will start next week (after Color Guard Competition) if you need help.

There are lots of activities happening at the squadron - have you been participating????

New Sqdn T-shirts are in - cost is $10 - everyone will be required to have a t-shirt before the end of the year.

Just to keep everyone aware of what is happening in the next few weeks:

Next week is Aerospace - we will be going to Clark Planetarium - Leaving the Sqdn building at 6:00pm. Cost is $8.00

We are trying to set-up powered Orientation Flights - this activity is where the cadets gets to sit in the front seat of the plane and when it is flying, gets to .......). No cost -

And remember - Phoenix - Second to None!!

Oct 29th

PT Week - bring you gym gear - activities at the squadron building

As always, testing opportunities are available.

Wendover Halloween Party this weekend (Oct 30/31st) - cost is $20 - you'll need to make arrangements to get out there - but it will be a fun activity.

Oct 22nd

This is going to be a busy Meeting this week. I hope everyone makes an effort to attend. Be in uniform (preferable in Blues, but if you have none and own a set of BDU's wear them).

We have an open house scheduled -

The Vice Wing Commander will be visiting -

Color Guard will be posting the Colors at the opening of the meeting -

We have a Change of Command -

And we have one C/SSgt that should be promoted (hmmm, wonder who that could be)

We will still still have testing and boards available, if requested.

Oct 15th

Character Development meeting this week - uniform of the day is blues.

Camp Curry is set for Oct 23 & 24 - all Cadet Basic's will attend. It is highly recommended that C/Airman also show up. Cost for Basic's is $20 - Amn is $15. See Lt Fernandez for details.

Since we had to cancel the road clean up that was set for Oct 10th, we are going to attempt to complete it on Saturday, Oct 17th - at 9:00am. It will take about three (3) hours to complete.

Have you tested lately?

**UPDATE** Per C/Lt Pratt, he will be quizzing on the following topics:

Memorization 2 and knowings 2 finished. Memorize: The Air Force Honor code, The mission of CAP, Who is the Cadet Deputy Commander, Cadet Commander; Know what is: Military Bearing, and CAP History. As always - all answers can be found in your SOP.

Oct 8th

Leadership week - uniform of the day is BDU's.

There will be an inspection of uniforms this week. Make sure your boots are shined, uniform pressed (not a sleep and wear wrinkle) and HAVE YOUR SQUADRON PATCH SEWN ON.

If your a Cadet Basic - our squadron is hosting a "Camp Curry" on Friday, Oct 23rd and Saturday, Oct 24th. The cost is only $20 and and the end of the camp (Sat about 8:30pm) you will be promoted to C/Airman. If you already have your Airman stripe, and would like to 'tune-up" your skills, this is a great opportunity. See Lt Fernandez to get signed up.

**UPDATE** Per C/Lt Pratt - There will be a test of memorization of the following topics: Cadet Oath, Squadron Motto, Flt Sgt & Flt Commander positions (who are they), uniform wear, and CPFT standards. See the SOP for all the answers.

Phoenix - "Second to None"!!!!

Oct 2

AeroSpace Education this week. Uniform of the day is BDU's.

Have you sewn on your squadron patch? - remember, make it look good - if during inspection, your patch is not centered on the pocket, not sewn on right, etc... you will be told to remove it - so make sure its done right the first time. If you have questions, contact your Flt Sgt.

Testing - (does anything more need to be said.....)

Letter from the new Wing Commander

Utah Wing members,

The only constant in life seems to be uncertainty and change.

One part of the Utah Civil Air Patrol that does not change I can assure you, is accomplishment of our missions, education, activities, having fun and all that encompasses Utah CAP is done by our members. While commanders and leaders set direction and goals, it's people like you who get things done. This will never change.

I'm excited to get out of my comfort zone for the next few years and serve as the Utah Wing Commander. Col. Bob Bost has done an outstanding job as commander and that's essentially the reason I was willing to submit my name for consideration. Because members of the wing have and continue to have outstanding values and show great dedication, it's exciting to look forward.

Where are we headed? That's primarily up to you. The Titan Drill Team has set the example and given us a model: To achieve excellence, a TEAM must work together with a common goal and with dedication. It takes hard work. It must be a team effort.

It's easy to sit on the sideline and criticize, and this accomplishes very little. When good things happen, it's people like you making the difference. If members want to complain and shoot arrows at the program, my feeling is to simply ignore them. If members are engaged in the work and find ways to make improvements, I listen. I don't have all the answers and don't pretend to.
I like to take notes and learn and listen and help make things better.

I cannot promise that every qualified member will participate in every mission. I cannot promise every squadron with pilots will have an aircraft assigned. I will promise to ask questions such as: Why does a squadron with 10 pilots not have qualified staff to run missions within their geographical area? Or: Why did you recruit 20 new cadets without a support system in place for them so they can rapidly become part of CAP? It's not about numbers, it's about dedication and quality and knowledge and experience.

We're also victim of our own success. You've been noticed! Agencies facing economic stress realize that using a group of well-trained and disciplined volunteers is a good move. We will see increased requests for CAP involvement! How we respond is up to you as this is a team effort.

I received a call last week where an individual demanded that a certain program continue and in a certain way. Admittedly, the program under discussion has been outstanding and should continue. Yet, the individual, while making demands, was unwilling to help. If you want quality programs, be prepared to pitch in and help.

So what's going to change? I don't know. Certainly some members are exhausted and needing to refocus on other areas of CAP interest. That's OK. Others are willing to continue and offer their time and talents. We'll structure the wing staff/organization to use what ever talents and expertise are available. We'll use technology and expertise so we can work "smarter" and still enjoy all that CAP has to offer. We will be safe and follow CAP's regulations and policies! We will follow the established chain of command.

Communication is important to me and one focus will be to better inform members, customers and interested persons about what the Utah Wing is doing. I invite your comments and questions. I invite you to participate and get involved. If you have a request, please do your own homework and offer background as to why your request should be considered. Don't just remain silent or complain, but offer solutions and ways to make things better.

CAP to me is an "action verb." Anyone can sit and watch and complain. Excellence is an attribute of members who dig in and get involved and contribute. These members put egos aside and work together. It's a team and we are that team. If you don't play well in the sandbox, we'll have challenges. Please recall the days you first joined CAP and ponder what kept you in the program.

I would say you were given opportunities to participate and that someone helped by showing you the ropes and was your mentor. Every member has the right to have expectations met and be part of CAP. Let's not recruit and then ignore. Let's be kinder and more supportive.

I consider the slate "clean" and really don't want to hear of past offenses and hurts and wrongdoings. Other than a couple of pending actions that are in some official corrective channels, I don't want you to dredge up past events as evidence for predicting future actions. Don't waste my time! You have my trust and support -- so don't give reason to change that view.

If you are serving as a member of wing staff or are in squadron and group leadership, please accept my request to remain in place during the transition. Let me know where you are willing to serve! Please let me know of your desires and interests. You may not be an "expert" but if you're willing to develop expertise, that alone may qualify you for a position you want. Communicate! It's all about developing expertise.

I am sensitive that each of us has friends, families, employment and other demands on our time. Some of you are retired and we all have differing amounts of available time. Let's be considerate in making requests and in understanding that everyone cannot simply stop what they're doing and do CAP things. My wife is supportive but does not expect me to abandon her for CAP events. My employer still expects me to accomplish what they pay me to do. CAP should not cause disharmony for families or adversely impact a job. Situations change -- let's be considerate (and appreciative) of time and expertise offered in service to others as CAP members!

Finally, one of the first CAP publications I read in the months prior to the wing command selection process was CAP Pamphlet 50-2, "Civil Air Patrol Core Values." It's going to be a primary reference for me. (Find it here: http://members.gocivilairpatrol.com/media/cms/u_082503081659.pdf)

So here's a challenge to you: In this .pdf file there is a typographical error that I was first to identify, according to the appropriate National CAP staff officer with responsibility for this pamphlet. As you read this, look for the error. The first few of you (cadets included) that (on your own, without help from others) find the same error will be treated to lunch or dinner with me.

Thank you very much for your support and service. If you have concerns and/or questions, please communicate! As I am looking forward for Utah Wing, it is an exciting view.

Sincerely,
Jerry Wellman, Lt. Col., CAP

Sept 24th

PT Week - bring your gym gear - activities at the squadron building.

Testing opportunities are available -

Remember Wendover Air Show is this weekend - see below for details.

If your having communication problems (you don't know whats going on with activities, schedules, etc..) - let C/Lt Pratt, C/CMSgt Stewart or Lt Fernandez know. Several cadets (and parents) have voiced concerns about getting the word out on different topics - our solution was to ask Ms Facer to be our point of contact for posting of information on the bulletin board, publishing the news letter, etc...

If you have any other concerns, problems, etc... step up and be part of the solution - together, we will find the answers.

Phoenix Cadet Squadron --- Second to None!!!

Sept 17th

Character Development meeting this week, the uniform is Blues.

Wendover Airshow 09

This is a part of the email sent from Wing - its long, but has good information in it about the Airshow and what our mission will be there.
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Good Afternoon Utah Wing,

Its that time of year again! CAP has been asked to provide some great assistance at the Wendover Airshow. Last year, 74 CAP members assisted the over 10,000 spectators that attended the '08 show. This year, the crowds are expected to gather 5000-10,000 people.

This is to request Senior Member and Cadet volunteers to help staff the Airshow and related events. The show runs all day on Saturday, the 26th of September.

All CAP volunteers must arrive no later than 1900hrs on Friday, 25th September.

Our obligation to the show will end at 1700hrs on Saturday afternoon.

CAP will be providing Dinner Friday, and three meals on Saturday. Dinner Saturday will be at 1730. Members may choose to out-process from the event at anytime after 1700.

The cost for each individual will be $25. This will cover fuel for wing equipment, and the four meals that will be served throughout the weekend.

CAP has been asked to staff several areas within the operation.

The Airfield has also requested that CAP provide a color guard (outdoor presentation), and the Utah Wing Honor Guard will be performing.

I will need Senior and Cadet volunteers to step into some "Event Staff" positions.

FOR CADETS, I WILL NEED THE FOLLOWING: Cadet Deputy Commander, Cadet Communications Officer, Cadet Operations Officer, Cadet Ramp Supervisor (2) (Our sqdn has the details on each position - See Cadet Bell (CAC Rep) for details)

For additional information, contact Cadet Andrew Fage at 801-691-8939>or Capt Jason Mettmann at 801-787-7376

Sept 10th

Leadership week - uniform of the day is BDUs.

Remember that the squadron's FTX is scheduled for September 11 & 12. Below is the packing list. We will be conducting a pre-inspection equipment check during the meeting. Be prepared and ready.
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Required Items
Complete BDU uniform with all required patches, tapes, grade and BDU cover
PT Gear (Shorts, tennis shoe, t-shirt)
Bug Spray
Sleeping bag
Compass
Canteen & pistol belt (2 liter Camelback is acceptable)
CAP ID card
Pen/Pencil and small composition book
Flight light with spare batteries
Poncho/Rain Gear (military preferably)
Work gloves
Toiletries
Two “Zip top” plastic bags
Any prescription drugs you are currently taking
CAPF 31
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Optional items
Pillow
Towel
Snack food (restricted to granola bars, trail mix bar, etc..)
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Contraband Items
Any portable music, communication, or electronic devices (cell phones, ipods, etc)
Books, playing cards, and other forms of entertainment
Drugs, Alcohol, weapons of any kind
Inappropriate reading material or books
Candy, sodas, or any type of junk food.

**NOTE** You will need to have your CAPF 31 (permission slip for overnight events) filled out and ready to go. Use the link below to get a copy of the form. (photo is not required).

http://members.gocivilairpatrol.com/media/cms/u_082503131203.pdf

Squadron patch's will be issued this week - The squadron will issue each cadet one patch, additional patches can be purchased for $5.00 each.

Speaking of FTX's, The Wing is hosting a Rocky Mountain Dog Team FTX on 18 Sept. Phoenix has four slots available. You DO NOT need a 101 card to participate. Contact Lt Fernandez for details.

Last item: Have you tested lately (or helped someone get ready for a test?) If you need help, we have several cadets who have offered to step up and host study groups to help you move forward in your CAP career. All you have to do is stand up and let someone know.

Sept 3rd

AeroSpace Education this week. The uniform is BDU's

We will also be working on getting our equipment ready for the FTX.

Reminder - testing is good =-)

August 26

PT week - bring your gym gear - activities at the squadron building.

If you want to take a test, you need to get with 1Lt D. Pratt as soon as possible

Color Guard is meeting Saturday Morning, 0730, at Hunter High School - if you have time, stop by and support your squadron team!!

August 20th

Character Development meeting this week, the uniform is Blues.

FTX is scheduled for Sept 11th and 12th - more information to come.

The question of the day.... Have you tested lately for promotion?

O-Flights Canceled Aug 15

Due to high winds and storms, O-Flights are cancelled today.

August 13

Leadership week - uniform of the day is BDUs.

We will also be issuing out information for the squadron's FTX scheduled for the weekend of August 14 & 15. Plan on participating.

The FTX has had to be rescheduled due to scheduling at Camp Williams. We do have several available slots for O-flights at Cedar Valley (gliders) on Saturday at 10AM. Please let Maj Chamberlin knmow if you will be able to participate.

August 6 Meeting

AeroSpace Education. the uniform is BDU's

July 30th Meeting

PT week - bring your gym gear - activities at the squadron building.

Meeting July 23

Character Development meeting this week, the uniform is Blues.

July 16

this is leadership week. the uniform is BDU's

remember to leave a "comment"

July 9

This is a Aerospace week. the uniform is BDU's

remember to leave a "comment"

Encampment Update

The Pass and Review for the Desert Hawk encampment will be on Saturday, 12 noon, at the Wendover Airport. Any Questions, please Call Major Chamberlin at 801-556-4746.

June 25

NO MEETING

if you leave a comment saying your coming, then your going to be really lonely Thursday night

NO MEETING

June 18 meeting

This is Character Development & Encampment preperation week. Uniform is Blues

Remember to submit your squdron Patches, this will be the last day to turn them in.

Remember to leave a "comment"

ENCAMPTMENT FORMS PART 2

ENCAMPMENT FORMS PART1

ENCAMPMENT IFORMATION

There is a new posting of several forms for this years encampment now at Wendover, Utah. Click on an image to see it in another window where it can be read or printed. Anyone that needs the original PDF forms can send email to trekpepper@hotmail.com to request copies. The part 1 forms has a letter for basics that includes the packing list. Pay close attention to detail. There is also a letter for parents and a map with directions to the base. Parents and family are always invited to the Pass in Review parade which concludes the activity on Saturday (Jun 27). Many pick up their cadets at this time. The Part 2 forms has two waiver release forms that need to signed and sent to the Wing at: This address

June 11 meeting

This week our focus is on leadership. Unjiform is BDUs. The codeword for this week is Trinity.

Click the link below to Check In this week:
Check In

Air Show Details

Where: Hill AFB Air Show
When: Saturday and Sunday 6 & 7 June.
Gates open at 8:00 First formation at 07:00 then travel en masse to gate check.
Activities will run until 6pm. Plan on a 12 hour day.
What: Duties will include, Assisting Security Police, Lost and Found- Items and Parents, VIP Tent, CAP displays and more.
Who: All available cadets and senior members, we really do need all of you.

Uniform will be BDU's with Military web belt and military issue canteen, camel backs will not be worn in uniform. Uniforms will be in good repair and proper insignia will be worn. Covers will be worn. You will be on public display.
-If you do not have web belt and canteen and cover you will be issued one that will be turned in. at the end of the day.
Cadet Officers and Senior NCO's wishing to attend the VIP Tent will bring Blues, Short sleeve shirt with ribbons and insignia, we will have a changing location. Please submit to 2lt. Tanner caesidious@yahoo.com if you wish to be considered for this assignment in 2 hour shifts.
Seniors' Uniform; any approved cap uniform. Dress according to duty. ie: Flight, Recruiting etc.
FM radios have been approved for use, please bring them if you have them. ISRs have not yet been approved. Please bring them anyway.
Please bring $$$ for food or lunches.
Bring Sun Screen, folding chairs (properly marked), Sleeping bags and gear if you are staying overnight.
Crash space will be offered to those wishing to stay. Please contact Lt. Tanner if this is your desire.
Please contact me with headcounts by Thursday and if you have further questions.
2LT. Jason C. Tanner, CAP
Project Officer, Hill AFB Air Show

Air Force Week!!

Though the "Big" show with the thunderbirds is Saturday at Hill Air Force Base, there are a lot of interesting and FREE activities this week in Salt Lake City. Check out this link and look at the days of the week on the right to see what is going on. Free showing of the Fighter Pilot IMAX twice this week!!!
http://www.airforceweek.af.mil/factsheets/factsheet.asp?id=14195

June 4 meeting

This week we will have an Aerospace Activity! The uniform is BDUs and the special phrase for this week is "tbird" + your age. If you are 14, the special phrase is tbird14. This week is also the deadline for squadron patches.

Click the link below to Check In this week:
Check In

May 28th Meeting

PT week - bring your gym gear - activities at the squadron building.

Also, if you need a blank copy of the squardron patch outline..........

May 21 Meeting

This is Character Development & Aerospace Class week. Uniform is Blues.

May 14 meeting

We will have a special fire safety meeting tonight. Uniform is BDUs.

May 7 Meeting

At this week's meeting we will be doing radio/communications training. The uniform is BDUs.

April 30 Meeting

Tonights meeting is PT at the Squafron Building!

Open House April 23

This weeks meeting we are having an open house for the public in addition to our regular activities. We will be in BDUs. Bring your SOPS.

April 16th meeting

This week's meeting will be our character development meeting. The uniform is Blues.

!!! IMPORTANT ENCAMPMENT INFO !!!

Usually for encampments, cadets need only fill out CAP form 31, which can be obtained by following the link for publications in the links section of this blog. This year's joint encampment with Montana requires that form 31, along with some other special paperwork for attending cadets. To get these forms, please send email to trekpepper@hotmail.com with the subject: Encampment papers, and I will email the forms to you. Read the instructions carefully with your parents, and note that a Notary stamp will be required.
The fee for first time cadets will be $175, for returning cadets attending special Emergency Services training, $200. For applications received before April 20, there is a $25 discount. Only a deposit of $50 is required up front. For questions, please contact Major Chamberlin using the phone listed in the newsletter on this blog.

April 9 Meeting

This weeks meeting will be our leadership meeting. The uniform is BDUs. Be ready for testing!

Jetstream squadron newsletter

April 2 meeting

This weeks meeting will include an Aerospace class. the uniform is BDUs. Testing and Boards available.

Its PT again!

This weeks meeting is PT and volleyball at the squadron building. The uniformk is the PT uniform.

Mar 19 Meeting

This week we are in Blues for our Character Development meeting. Make sure you bring your SOPs!

March 12 Meeting

This weeks is our leadership meeting at the squadron building. The Uniform is BDUs. Be ready for testing!

March 5 Pratt Aircraft Tour

This meeting will be at the home of 1st Lt David Pratt, to see his aircraft under construction. The address is 8944 Yellowpine in West Jordan (near 90th south and 48th west). Uniform is BDUs.

Utah Wing Conference 2009

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Its time for PT!

This weeks meeting is at the Olympic Oval 5662 S. Cougar Ln (4800 W.). Bring $2.50 for track fee. See you there!

Feb 12 Meeting

Tonight is our Moral Leadership Meeting. The uniform is BDUs as we are in our Blues at the banquet next week. Cadets are to bring their money for the Banquet this week ($10 per person).

Feb 5 Meeting

We will have visitors from Some Dude's Hobby shop. They are going to demonstrate several flying machines! Uniform is BDUs. Don't forget your SOPs and your banquet reservation form!.

Awards Banquet

Phoenix Squadron Annual Awards Banquet

Thursday evening, February 19, 2009

7 to 9pm

Mimis Cafe

5223 South State St

Murray, Utah

Squadron Meeting on Jan 22

We will be doing our Moral Leadership meeting this week. The uniform is Blues. Testing as always is open from 6:30 PM, and Review Boards are available from 7:25 - 7:40 for cadats needing them.

Jan 8 meeting

Tonight is our Aerospace meeting, uniform is BDUs. Be sure to review the FTX posting on our blog if you want to go!

Service Project

It was a cold but sunny Saturday morning on January 3rd, but four really tough cadets, one parent and two leaders showed up to removed wreaths from the Veterans' Cemetary in Bluffdale after Wreaths Across America ran its course. The group had to probe and dig for many, and found about half the number placed on that December morning. Because of a White-out at that time, few could remember where the wreaths had been placed, which required a lot more searching for removals. Apparently the Cemetary must remove those wreaths because of machinery and other constraints.

There will be another day set aside to collect the rest of the wreaths as soon as weather permits. Cadets can receive service ribbons for participating in this kind of Wing Project. Kudos to cadets Stewart, Mount, Olivares and Daily for braving it, and to Stephanie Mount for much appreciated support.

Lt Susan Chamberlin, Phoenix PAO

The Jetstream

---Upcoming FTX Important Information ----

WEBER MINUTE MAN SQUADRON WINTER FTX
COMMANDER c/ 2nd Lt. Carlisi


TO ALL THOSE CADETS AND SENIORS PLANNING TO ATTEND,

We are very excited to have other hands on opportunity for cadets, and any seniors who wish to participate. My thanks to the many senior members from all the squadrons who have volunteered to help us put this on! The focus of this FTX is ground search and rescue certification. Cadets from all squadrons are welcome to attend, but please confirm your plans to attend with your squadron commander or myself by January 8th at the very latest. We must know numbers in advance so the correct amount of food, cots, and tents can be obtained.

When: January 16-18th, arrive Friday evening, leave Sunday afternoon

Where: Hot Springs Camper World, Plymouth, Utah (just north of Tremonton)
We will provide tents and cots. There are indoor showers and restrooms. We will have access to the hot spring pools and hot tubs, so though it is sure to be cold, we will have the opportunity to warm up.

What: Ground Search and Rescue training and certification. This will be taught by Capt. Phippen with the assistance of Cadets who have completed their ground team certifications already. Please Try to complete your 101 card prior to this event. Ask your squadron Commander for assistance if you have not yet completed this. All cadets must bring a form 31 (a CAP permission slip) signed by their parents!

COST: $25 per person

Contact: If you have questions or need further information, please contact Lt. Scott Carlisi at 801-628-6249 or c/ 2nd Lt. Cassandra Carlisi 801-628-7844.

Transportation to and From: Please make arrangements with others from your squadron to travel together to and from this event. Please let us know when you plan to arrive. We will send a map quest attachment with directions to Hot Springs.

Winter FTX’s can be COLD!!!! We should have a lot of fun, but being prepared is essential to staying warm and having a good experience. Below is the list of items each cadet should pack. Please have the highest ranking officer/NCO check all packs prior to leaving for the camp ground!!!



1. Form 31

2. WARM COAT (It does not have to be a uniform coat, but we do suggest that you spray the coat with a water repellant)

3. Warm winter gloves (sprayed with a water repellant is good)

4. Warm boots meant for the snow (again these do not have to be uniform boots)

5. 1 extra pair of shoes in case your boots get too wet

6. A stocking cap- preferably black

7. BDU uniform / If you have snow pants you may wear them instead

8. 1 set of long underwear (have it on!)

9. 6 pair warm socks (wear two at a time), 2 pair underwear

10. Swim suite, towel and wash cloth

11. Black turtleneck t-shirt for under BDU’s (optional) and extra t-shirts

12. Hygiene Items: Shampoo, soap, toothpaste, toothbrush, deodorant, blow dryer etc.

13. Sleeping Bag: rated for below 32 degrees and one or two extra blankets

14. Pillow

15. Sweats to sleep in

16. Hot Hands- hand and foot warmers- enough for the weekend

17. Pack of cards and a snack

18. A fold up chair to sit in (sitting on the ground would be cold!)

19. 24 Hour Gear: I will be attaching a complete list. It takes some time and money to get all of your gear and we do not expect that you will have every thing at this training event. We are attaching the complete list of items for those who are able to get them all. For those who can not, please bring at least the items we are listing below. If we ever go on an actual ground search and rescue mission, you will be required at that time to have ALL GEAR. For this event have at least:
-a canteen and small back pack, or a camelback pack
-101card (print from the computer) and CAP ID card, and 101 Ground Team Work Sheet-print from Cap.gov
-personal first aid kit
- Ground and U.D.F. Team Task Guide (You can purchase this for $6.90 on the Vanguard web sight. You can get there by going to cap.gov, and then go to Vanguard/Cap mart on the menu. From there go under CAP, then books and training, then Task guides and log books) Let us know if you have any trouble finding this.
- Reflective vest (these can be quite pricey, any orange vest will due for this training)
-2 light sticks
-lip balm and sunscreen
-sunglasses (snow can be bright!)
- Poncho (not the disposable kind)
-Whistle
-signal mirror
-pencil and a pad of paper to write notes on and non mechanical sharpener
- Any personal medication (let staff know about this at check in)
- Compass ( lensetic preferred)
-interview forms (download off of cap.gov)
Flagging tape
Flashlight (with red or blue lenses preferred you can put red cellophane over the regular lense if you can’t find one of these).
One large Leaf size trash bag

Service Project Saturday Jan 3

Our Squadron is helping to clean up wreaths at the Veteran Memorial Cemetery on Saturday, Jan 3. The uniform will be BDUs. We will meet at the Squadron Building at 09:30 and carpool to the Veterans cemetery. We will be there for about an hour and will then return to the Squadron building. See you there!