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Thursday, January 23, 2014

Cache Valley FTX ******SIGN UP******

More information will be posted here as we get closer.

If you want to go, you must sign in HERE, by posting a comment.

You will need a CAPF- 31, SIGNED BY YOUR PARENT / GUARDIAN AND YOUR SQUADRON COMMANDER.

There is no CAPF- 60 any more. The 60 and 31 have been combined, the only form you need is the CAPF-31. You may go to members.com and fill out the form on line and print it and bring it in, or print it, and fill it out LEGIBLY.

The form is also here: http://www.capmembers.com/media/cms/F031_F5D2769A3E174.pdf

CORRECTION ON THE DATES:
FTX WILL BE: Saturday 15 Feb through Sunday 16 Feb 2014.

*Phoenix Squadron members will meet at the West Jordan Armory AT 0530 hours. We will pack up, and THE VAN WILL DRIVE AWAY AT 0600 hrs. All participants will meet in Logan at 0830 that morning.

* COST: $30.00
Bring Cash. $20 goes to the FTX for food and supplies. $10 goes to Phoenix Squadron for fuel costs to get us there and back again. Please do not bring bigger bills needing to be changed. We will if we need to, but you may not get change until we get back.

*If you are planning on attending, be sure you attend this Thursday's ES meeting, and bring your equipment for inspection.

Cache Valley FTX Packing List (Updated 6 Feb 2014):

Cache Valley Winter FTX Suggested Packing List

Please understand that this is a SUGGESTED packing list. This is the essential gear
you must bring. If there are other items you deem necessary, bring them.
• Winter Clothing
o Snow pants
o Snow boots
o Winter jacket
o Fleece
o Thermals
o Wool socks
o Winter gloves and liners (mittens suggested)
o Hat
o Etc.
• Dry clothes to sleep in
• Sleeping bag (rated to at least 10 degrees F)
• Tarp
• 24 hour gear
o Compass
o Paracord
o Orange flagging tape
• Backpack to carry snacks, water, note taking material (24 hour pack will work)
• Note taking material
o Notebook
o Pens and pencils
• Avalanche shovel (or small folding snow shovel to build snow shelter)
o No folding entrenching tools
• Water bottles
• Snacks
• Snowshoes
• Headlamp or flashlight
• Sunglasses
• Hand warmers
• Personal hygiene items
o NO RUNNING WATER IS AVAILABLE! No sinks, showers, etc. Just toilets.
• Personal Medication
• First aid kit
• Small pocket knife
• Matches
• ANSI Class 2/3 reflective vest


Schedule

Friday: (optional) Squadrons choosing to come Friday must arrive no later than 1500
• 1530-1800 Snow caving
• 1800-1900 Dinner (not provided, a campfire will be provided to cook food brought by cadets)
• 1900-2100 Snow caves

Saturday:
• 0830-0900 Arrival and check-in
• 0900-1200 Safety, snow caving
• 1200-1300 Lunch (provided)
• 1300-1700 Utah Avalanche Center
• 1700-1800 Dinner (provided)
• 1800-2100 personal time

Sunday:
• 0700-0800 Breakfast (provided)
• 0800-1300 Ground team exercise
• 1300-1400 Optional Lunch (provided)
• 1400 Departure

Next Meeting: Thursday, 30 Jan 14

Meetings are from 1900 to 2100 hrs

Cadets should arrive between 1845 and 1855 hrs.
Senior Staff and admin and testing available from 1830-1855.

Prospective members and parent/guardians welcome
to arrive between 1830 and 1900.
Parents are welcome to remain during the meeting.

No appointment is needed, first time visitors may contact:
Deputy Squadron Commander
Maj. Nicolas Cook
ncookrmrut@gmail.com

Location: West Jordan Utah Army National Guard Armory
(The building behind the green Huey, Viet Nam era helicopter on display on the west side of the roadway)

7563 South Airport Road
West Jordan, Utah

Meeting Topic: CPFT (Physical Training Testing)

Uniform of the Day: PT Gear
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Item 1: Cache Valley Winter FTX.
The next winter FTX will be in February, dates to be confirmed. This one is sponsored by and in Cache Valley, and will include building snow caves and winter survival. The sign up will be posted immediately after this post. If you want to go, SIGN UP ON THE BLOG. More information will be posted there, and will be updated as we get closer, so be sure to check back over the next few weeks.
 Item 2: The Squadron year end banquet will again be held at the Friends of Eagles reception hall, and is being scheduled for February. Stay tuned for more details as they are posted. You need your best blues uniform. Any cadet may wear a tie, and service coat if you have one for the banquet. Cost is expected to be approximately $15 per person.
Item 3: DESERT HAWK X11 SUMMER ENCAMPMENT NEWS UPDATE
This is the latest e mail from the Encampment Command- This is different from the message posted last week concerning the Cadet Staff Applications:  
The 2014 Utah Wing Summer Encampment is proud to announce the selection of this year’s Cadet Encampment Commander, C/Capt Brett Coleman.  C/Capt Coleman bring several years of encampment command experience and please join us in congratulating him on his selection.
C/Capt Coleman is now accepting applications for this year’s Cadet Staff positions. Applications/letters of interest can be sent via email directly to C/Coleman at brettclmn11@gmail.com and a copy cc'd to capdpp@msn.com.
Cut off for command cadet staff applications will be 8 Feb 14 and for all other staff positions 28 Feb 14.
If you have questions – please ask.
-Maj Fernandez

See also last weeks blog for encampment info.

Item 4: Huck A Puck Fund Raising:
This years' fund raising has begun. All cadets are encouraged to obtain a permission slip to be signed by your parent or guardian. You will then be issued vouchers to sell. UNDERSTAND, you / your family will be responsible for those vouchers, if lost, you are responsible to pay for them. If you don't sell them all, you can turn them in at no cost to you.

This has been a good fund raiser for our unit every year, so see Lt Nielsen for slips and vouchers and support our squadron.

STANDING ORDERS / INFORMATION
1. If you are ready for a drill test, a milestone written test, a speech or a review board, you must log in right here PRIOR to Wednesday at 1700 hours and let us know what you need. There will not be time to schedule these on Thursday when you arrive for the meeting.On line testing (Leadership and Aerospace Tests) must be completed before a drill test will be given.
The PT test for your next promotion can be taken on any PT meeting.

On line tests, PT and drill tests (as applicable), speeches or SDAs must be completed prior to requesting a promotion board. The board is the LAST step before completing any achievement.

2. If you need anything from supply, to place an order, need uniform parts, you should arrive at 1830. All such requests should be made before the meeting. 

3.  BDU UNIFORMS! Boots, pant, blouse and BDU flat top cover, are available through the Wing. Utah Wing has purchased a number of various sizes, and are making those uniforms available to the membership. 
You can get a full set for $20 total. If you need a full uniform, or if you need one or two of those four parts, let the command staff know what you need ASAP. 
Individual uniform parts are $6.00 a piece (which is anything less than all four parts). We will need to notify the Wing staff what we need. This is not a retail situation, where you can show up at the Wing building anytime, and buy stuff, so we need to do some arranging, but this will not be difficult, nor will it have to take a long time, so figure out what you need, and put a list together now.
Sizes are not guaranteed, but chances are we can get you outfitted. If you already have a uniform, you can still buy a new set, and then you will have a set for squadron, and a set you can wear for FTXs. There is no rule that says you can't take advantage of this opportunity just because you already have a set. There is no rule which limits 1 set per member either.
These uniforms are new or used but good condition. JUMP ON THIS NOW. If this program works well, the Wing may continue, and buy more next year. If no one needs uniforms, and the Wing is stuck with all those uniforms, they will likely not do this again. Its not free, but you will not see a full set of uniforms in this good condition for this little money again.
Phoenix is Second To None!

Friday, January 17, 2014

Next Meeting: Thursday, 23 Jan 13

Meetings are from 1900 to 2100 hrs

Cadets should arrive between 1845 and 1855 hrs.
Senior Staff and admin and testing available from 1830-1855.

Prospective members and parent/guardians welcome
to arrive between 1830 and 1900.
Parents are welcome to remain during the meeting.

No appointment is needed, first time visitors may contact:
Deputy Squadron Commander
Maj. Nicolas Cook
ncookrmrut@gmail.com

Location: West Jordan Utah Army National Guard Armory
(The building behind the green Huey, Viet Nam era helicopter on display on the west side of the roadway)

7563 South Airport Road
West Jordan, Utah

Meeting Topic: PT (Physical Training)

Uniform of the Day: PT Gear
ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Item 1: Huck A Puck Fund Raising:
This years' fund raising has begun. All cadets are encouraged to obtain a permission slip to be signed by your parent or guardian. You will then be issued vouchers to sell. UNDERSTAND, you / your family will be responsible for those vouchers, if lost, you are responsible to pay for them. If you don't sell them all, you can turn them in at no cost to you.

This has been a good fund raiser for our unit every year, so see Lt Nielsen for slips and vouchers and support our squadron.
Item 2: Winter FTX.
The next winter FTX will be in February, dates to be confirmed. This one is sponsored by and in Cashe Valley, and will include building snow caves and winter survival. More will be posted as details are announced. The sign up will be posted RIGHT HERE on the blog.
 Item 3: The Squadron year end banquet will again be held at the Friends of Eagles reception hall, and is being scheduled for February. Stay tuned for more details as they are posted. You need your best blues uniform. Any cadet may wear a tie, and service coat if you have one for the banquet.
Item 4: Desert Hawk XII Encampment  
The following has been posted:

ATTENTION ALL CAP MEMBERS INTERESTED IN PARTICIPATING AT THE 2014 UTAH WING ENCAMPMENT!

DATES:

The 2014 Utah Wing Encampment will be held at Camp Williams Army Base in Bluffdale, Utah.

The Encampment will begin on Saturday, June 14th with graduation held on Saturday, June 21st 
2014.

Basic’s In-Processing will be held from 1200-1400hrs, on the 14th.

(Cadet Staff Members will report Friday, June 13th for final Training and Orientation.)

COSTS:

Cadet Basics will pay $150.00.

Officer & Cadet Staff participants will pay $120.00

(Scholarships may be available through your home squadron! Ask your unit commander for details.)

STAFF SELECTION:

In addition to the forms noted below, Cadets and Senior Members wishing to serve as part of the staff should email Lt Col Phippen, capdpp@msn.com NLT Friday February 28, 2014.

Notes:  Cadet Staff includes Command, Squadron, Line, and Support Staff positions.

Please include a cover letter, CAP resume and staff position desired (you may be asked to serve in another position).  Late staff applications will NOT be considered. (See CAPR 10-1 for guidance)

Additional information for Senior Member and Cadet Staff training will be provided at a later date, but it is anticipated that three staff trainings will be held in the first week or so in March, April and May.

APPLICATION:

Participants must apply with a signed CAPF 31 + CAPF 160 & CAPF 163 (Cadets).  Payment must be via Check / Money Order written to “Utah CAP Encampment” please enter the member’s “Name & CAPID” in the memo line.

*Send completed forms and payment in FULL via USPS to:

Utah Wing Encampment 2014
640 North 2360 West
Salt Lake City, UT 84116

*Payment should be received NO LATER THAN Friday, May 3, 2014 (Basics) or NLT Friday, May 17, 2014 (Staff).   We understand that some members may require special payment accommodations.   Ask if you have questions. 

PAYMENT RECEIVED LATER THAN AS NOTED IMMEDIETLY ABOVE WOULD BE $200 (BASICS) AND $170 (STAFF)

You may apply earlier than noted above, but your space will not be reserved until payment is made in full.

Upon receipt of your application form, the member will receive an acceptance packet.  This packet will include complete information about packing lists, lodging, food, reporting times/locations, and other pertinent information about the course.

In addition to the CAPR 52-16 Encampment Curriculum, Cadets may participate in the following operations:

Army Rappel / Jump Tower
LRC – Leadership Reaction Course / Obstacle Confidence Course
Powered Orientation Flights (Every Cadet WILL Fly!)
ES – Communications User Training / Flight Line Marshalling/ ELT Search Work
Cadets should have GES / 101 Card to record entries on SQTR’s
Water Survival Training
Firearms Training
Tours / Familiarization Courses at Jake Garn Army National Guard facility. 

Any immediate questions can be directed towards Major Mike Fernandez at 801-652-9817 or email at mfernandez@murray.utah.gov

//signed//

David P. Phippen, Lt Col, CAP
2014 UTWG Encampment Commander
 

STANDING ORDERS / INFORMATION
1. If you are ready for a drill test, a milestone written test, a speech or a review board, you must log in right here PRIOR to Wednesday at 1700 hours and let us know what you need. There will not be time to schedule these on Thursday when you arrive for the meeting.On line testing (Leadership and Aerospace Tests) must be completed before a drill test will be given.
The PT test for your next promotion can be taken on any PT meeting.

On line tests, PT and drill tests (as applicable), speeches or SDAs must be completed prior to requesting a promotion board. The board is the LAST step before completing any achievement.

2. If you need anything from supply, to place an order, need uniform parts, you should arrive at 1830. All such requests should be made before the meeting. 

3.  BDU UNIFORMS! Boots, pant, blouse and BDU flat top cover, are available through the Wing. Utah Wing has purchased a number of various sizes, and are making those uniforms available to the membership. 
You can get a full set for $20 total. If you need a full uniform, or if you need one or two of those four parts, let the command staff know what you need ASAP. 
Individual uniform parts are $6.00 a piece (which is anything less than all four parts). We will need to notify the Wing staff what we need. This is not a retail situation, where you can show up at the Wing building anytime, and buy stuff, so we need to do some arranging, but this will not be difficult, nor will it have to take a long time, so figure out what you need, and put a list together now.
Sizes are not guaranteed, but chances are we can get you outfitted. If you already have a uniform, you can still buy a new set, and then you will have a set for squadron, and a set you can wear for FTXs. There is no rule that says you can't take advantage of this opportunity just because you already have a set. There is no rule which limits 1 set per member either.
These uniforms are new or used but good condition. JUMP ON THIS NOW. If this program works well, the Wing may continue, and buy more next year. If no one needs uniforms, and the Wing is stuck with all those uniforms, they will likely not do this again. Its not free, but you will not see a full set of uniforms in this good condition for this little money again.
Phoenix is Second To None!

Monday, January 13, 2014

NEXT MEETING: Thursday 16 Jan 2014

Meetings are from 1900 to 2100 hrs

Cadets should arrive between 1845 and 1855 hrs.
Senior Staff and admin and testing available from 1830-1855.

Prospective members and parent/guardians welcome
to arrive between 1830 and 1900.
Parents are welcome to remain during the meeting.

No appointment is needed, first time visitors may contact:
Deputy Squadron Commander
Maj. Nicolas Cook
ncookrmrut@gmail.com

Location: West Jordan Utah Army National Guard Armory
(The building behind the green Huey, Viet Nam era helicopter on display on the west side of the roadway)

7563 South Airport Road
West Jordan, Utah

Meeting Topic: Safety / Character Development

Uniform of the Day: Blues
ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Item 1: Huck A Puck Fund Raising:
This years' fund raising has begun. All cadets are encouraged to obtain a permission slip to be signed by your parent or guardian. You will then be issued vouchers to sell. UNDERSTAND, you / your family will be responsible for those vouchers, if lost, you are responsible to pay for them. If you don't sell them all, you can turn them in at no cost to you.

This has been a good fund raiser for our unit every year, so see Lt Nielsen for slips and vouchers and support our squadron.
Item 2: Winter FTX.
The next winter FTX will be in February, dates to be confirmed. This one is sponsored by and in Cashe Valley, and will include building snow caves and winter survival. More will be posted as details are announced. The sign up will be posted RIGHT HERE on the blog.
 Item 3: The Squadron year end banquet will again be held at the Friends of Eagles reception hall, and is being scheduled for February. Stay tuned for more details as they are posted. You need your best blues uniform. Any cadet may wear a tie, and service coat if you have one for the banquet.
Item 4: Desert Hawk XII Encampment  
The following has been posted:

ATTENTION ALL CAP MEMBERS INTERESTED IN PARTICIPATING AT THE 2014 UTAH WING ENCAMPMENT!

DATES:

The 2014 Utah Wing Encampment will be held at Camp Williams Army Base in Bluffdale, Utah.

The Encampment will begin on Saturday, June 14th with graduation held on Saturday, June 21st 
2014.

Basic’s In-Processing will be held from 1200-1400hrs, on the 14th.

(Cadet Staff Members will report Friday, June 13th for final Training and Orientation.)

COSTS:

Cadet Basics will pay $150.00.

Officer & Cadet Staff participants will pay $120.00

(Scholarships may be available through your home squadron! Ask your unit commander for details.)

STAFF SELECTION:

In addition to the forms noted below, Cadets and Senior Members wishing to serve as part of the staff should email Lt Col Phippen, capdpp@msn.com NLT Friday February 28, 2014.

Notes:  Cadet Staff includes Command, Squadron, Line, and Support Staff positions.

Please include a cover letter, CAP resume and staff position desired (you may be asked to serve in another position).  Late staff applications will NOT be considered. (See CAPR 10-1 for guidance)

Additional information for Senior Member and Cadet Staff training will be provided at a later date, but it is anticipated that three staff trainings will be held in the first week or so in March, April and May.

APPLICATION:

Participants must apply with a signed CAPF 31 + CAPF 160 & CAPF 163 (Cadets).  Payment must be via Check / Money Order written to “Utah CAP Encampment” please enter the member’s “Name & CAPID” in the memo line.

*Send completed forms and payment in FULL via USPS to:

Utah Wing Encampment 2014
640 North 2360 West
Salt Lake City, UT 84116

*Payment should be received NO LATER THAN Friday, May 3, 2014 (Basics) or NLT Friday, May 17, 2014 (Staff).   We understand that some members may require special payment accommodations.   Ask if you have questions. 

PAYMENT RECEIVED LATER THAN AS NOTED IMMEDIETLY ABOVE WOULD BE $200 (BASICS) AND $170 (STAFF)

You may apply earlier than noted above, but your space will not be reserved until payment is made in full.

Upon receipt of your application form, the member will receive an acceptance packet.  This packet will include complete information about packing lists, lodging, food, reporting times/locations, and other pertinent information about the course.

In addition to the CAPR 52-16 Encampment Curriculum, Cadets may participate in the following operations:

Army Rappel / Jump Tower
LRC – Leadership Reaction Course / Obstacle Confidence Course
Powered Orientation Flights (Every Cadet WILL Fly!)
ES – Communications User Training / Flight Line Marshalling/ ELT Search Work
Cadets should have GES / 101 Card to record entries on SQTR’s
Water Survival Training
Firearms Training
Tours / Familiarization Courses at Jake Garn Army National Guard facility. 

Any immediate questions can be directed towards Major Mike Fernandez at 801-652-9817 or email at mfernandez@murray.utah.gov

//signed//

David P. Phippen, Lt Col, CAP
2014 UTWG Encampment Commander
 

STANDING ORDERS / INFORMATION
1. If you are ready for a drill test, a milestone written test, a speech or a review board, you must log in right here PRIOR to Wednesday at 1700 hours and let us know what you need. There will not be time to schedule these on Thursday when you arrive for the meeting.On line testing (Leadership and Aerospace Tests) must be completed before a drill test will be given.
The PT test for your next promotion can be taken on any PT meeting.

On line tests, PT and drill tests (as applicable), speeches or SDAs must be completed prior to requesting a promotion board. The board is the LAST step before completing any achievement.

2. If you need anything from supply, to place an order, need uniform parts, you should arrive at 1830. All such requests should be made before the meeting. 

3.  BDU UNIFORMS! Boots, pant, blouse and BDU flat top cover, are available through the Wing. Utah Wing has purchased a number of various sizes, and are making those uniforms available to the membership. 
You can get a full set for $20 total. If you need a full uniform, or if you need one or two of those four parts, let the command staff know what you need ASAP. 
Individual uniform parts are $6.00 a piece (which is anything less than all four parts). We will need to notify the Wing staff what we need. This is not a retail situation, where you can show up at the Wing building anytime, and buy stuff, so we need to do some arranging, but this will not be difficult, nor will it have to take a long time, so figure out what you need, and put a list together now.
Sizes are not guaranteed, but chances are we can get you outfitted. If you already have a uniform, you can still buy a new set, and then you will have a set for squadron, and a set you can wear for FTXs. There is no rule that says you can't take advantage of this opportunity just because you already have a set. There is no rule which limits 1 set per member either.
These uniforms are new or used but good condition. JUMP ON THIS NOW. If this program works well, the Wing may continue, and buy more next year. If no one needs uniforms, and the Wing is stuck with all those uniforms, they will likely not do this again. Its not free, but you will not see a full set of uniforms in this good condition for this little money again.
Phoenix is Second To None!