NERPA505 Update for the Week of 27 February 2011

Hello, 505!

(1) Tuesday is Aerospace Education emphasis.  The uniform of the day is BDUs.
(2) Re. Maj. Brown, DCC:Here is a copy of the Basic Orientation of Cadets (BCOP) encampment (attached to this email).  I checked with Group 6 today to let them know that we would only be there for Day 1 on March 5, 2011 and not be spending the night.  Capt Hagberg  will be driving and will be able to take 4 others..  Capt Hagberg and I will also be attending Group Commander's call.

If you know of any cadet that is interested in going to BCOP, let us know as soon as possible and I will email you a registration form.  We must know by Tuesday night's meeting.

(3) Dates to remember:

• 5-6 Mar 11, Basic Cadet Orientation, Ford City, PA.  More details to follow.
• 12-13 Mar 11, Group 6 Squadron Leadership School.  More details to follow.
• 19 Mar, Color Guard Competition at State College, PA.
  
• 30 Apr 11, PA Wing Cadet Conference & PA Wing Commanders Call, Fort Indiantown Gap.  Cadets and senior members must register (cost $25.00 also covers light breakfast and Cadet Dining In - senior members are also encouraged to attend to support the cadets) at http://pawgcadetprograms.webs.com.
  
• 30 Apr-8 May, PA Wing Aircrew Mission School.
• 18-25 Jun 11, Basic Cadet Encampment & Cadet Leadership School, Fort Indiantown Gap.

CAP in the news:  Inspired by veterans, teen writes two books; Atlanta native Eric Boe ready for today's shuttle launch ; Search focuses on Fullerton areas

  Semper Vigilans!    See you Tuesday, and don't forget to invite a friend!  Be proud of who you are and what you do in CAP!--

Randall F Matheny, Chaplain Capt
Pa Wing Chaplain
Civil Air Patrol
505 Squadron Blog
Pa. Wing Chaplain's Blog
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NERPA505 Update for the Week of February 20 2011

Greetings 505!  Sounds like the trip to the WWII Museum at Eldred went well and was enjoyable for everyone!

(1) Tuesday is Leadership emphasis.  The uniform of the day is BDUs.
(2) Additional training will include Emergency Services and Drill.
(3) Dates to remember:

• 19 Feb 11, squadron trip to WW II Museum, Eldred, Pa.
  
• 5-6 Mar 11, Basic Cadet Orientation, Ford City, PA.  More details to follow.
• 12-13 Mar 11, Group 6 Squadron Leadership School.  More details to follow.
• 19 Mar, Color Guard Competition at State College, PA.
  
• 30 Apr 11, PA Wing Cadet Conference & PA Wing Commanders Call, Fort Indiantown Gap.  Cadets and senior members must register (cost $25.00 also covers light breakfast and Cadet Dining In - senior members are also encouraged to attend to support the cadets) at http://pawgcadetprograms.webs.com.
  
• 30 Apr-8 May, PA Wing Aircrew Mission School.
• 18-25 Jun 11, Basic Cadet Encampment & Cadet Leadership School, Fort Indiantown Gap.

CAP in the news:  NORAD, aircraft coming to D.C. for extreme maneuvers ; Civil Air Patrol cadets support overseas troops in "Operation Helmet" ; Freshman wins medal in civilian youth air force org ; New Thermal Imaging

  Semper Vigilans!    See you Tuesday, and don't forget to invite a friend!  Be proud of who you are and what you do in CAP!

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Randall F Matheny, Chaplain Capt
Pa Wing Chaplain
Civil Air Patrol
505 Squadron Blog
Pa. Wing Chaplain's Blog
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Military Salute Letter to All CAP Members

Members already on the PA Wing and/or Group 6 servers have already received the attached document: "Military salute letter to all CAP members".  It is attached here per instructions from PA Wing Chief of Staff Maj Roy Long that it be disseminated to all wing members.  The letter can also be read and/or downloaded by clicking here.

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Randall F Matheny, Chaplain Capt
Pa Wing Asst Ch, Group 6 Ch
Civil Air Patrol
505 Squadron Blog
Pa. Wing Chaplain's Blog
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NERPA505 Update for the Week of 13 Feb 2011

Hello 505!  I hope everyone is getting at least a little enjoyment our of our "old fashioned" winter!  If you're not, the Spring Equinox when day and night will be close to 12 hours each will be on 20 Mar.

(1) Tuesday is Character Development emphasis.  The uniform of the day is BDUs.
(2) Color Guard should plan to practice.
(3) Cadets should be prepared for a uniform inspection.  Inspections help educate on uniform requirements and help get uniforms in order.
(4) Dates to remember:

• 19 Feb 11, squadron trip to WW II Museum, Eldred, Pa.
  
• 5-6 Mar 11, Basic Cadet Orientation, Ford City, PA.  More details to follow.
• 12-13 Mar 11, Group 6 Squadron Leadership School.  More details to follow.
• 19 Mar, Color Guard Competition at State College, PA.
  
• 30 Apr 11, PA Wing Cadet Conference & PA Wing Commanders Call, Fort Indiantown Gap.  Cadets and senior members must register (cost $25.00 also covers light breakfast and Cadet Dining In - senior members are also encouraged to attend to support the cadets) at http://pawgcadetprograms.webs.com.
  
• 30 Apr-8 May, PA Wing Aircrew Mission School.
• 18-25 Jun 11, Basic Cadet Encampment & Cadet Leadership School, Fort Indiantown Gap.

CAP in the news:  This Kit Can Save Lives From The Air

  Semper Vigilans!    See you Tuesday, and don't forget to invite a friend!  Be proud of who you are and what you do in CAP!

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Randall F Matheny, Chaplain Capt
Pa Wing Asst Ch, Group 6 Ch
Civil Air Patrol
505 Squadron Blog
Pa. Wing Chaplain's Blog
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NERPA505 Update for the Week of 6 Feb 2011

Hello 505!  I am a bit behind due to being out of town for a while, so pleas be patient with me while I try to get caught up.

(1) Let's plan for Tuesday to be "Safety Day" for 505 (subject to change per Capt. Hagberg).  As of this year, there will be no more Safety Down Day in October.  The day has be renamed "Safety Day" and must be held in the first quarter of the year.  If you cannot make it to Safety Day, it will need to be made up so it can be entered into your personal record for safety compliance.  This important change is referenced in the The Safety Beacon — Civil Air Patrol's Safety Newsletter — January 2011.  The uniform of the day is BDUs.
(2) Dates to remember:

• 12 Feb 11, 0800-1630 hrs, Meadville  Sqdn 503 will host a Radio Operators Authorization (ROA) Class.  ROA is required for many of the ES positions listed on the 101
  card.  The class will be held at Meadville Sqdn 503's Winter meeting location at  Port Meadville  Airport.  Members who wish to attend should inform Capt. Hagberg or Maj. Brown.
  
• 19 Feb 11, squadron trip to WW II Museum, Eldred, Pa.
  
• 5-6 Mar 11, Basic Cadet Orientation, Ford City, PA.  More details to follow.
• 12-13 Mar 11, Group 6 Squadron Leadership School.  More details to follow.
• 30 Apr 11, PA Wing Cadet Conference & PA Wing Commanders Call, Fort Indiantown Gap.  Cadets and senior members must register (cost $25.00 also covers light breakfast and Cadet Dining In - senior members are also encouraged to attend to support the cadets) at http://pawgcadetprograms.webs.com.
  
• 30 Apr-8 May, PA Wing Aircrew Mission School.
• 18-25 Jun 11, Basic Cadet Encampment & Cadet Leadership School, Fort Indiantown Gap.

CAP in the news:  AFNORTH officials give Civil Air Patrol a technology boost

  Semper Vigilans!    See you Tuesday, and don't forget to invite a friend!  Be proud of who you are and what you do in CAP!
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Randall F Matheny, Chaplain Capt
Pa Wing Asst Ch, Group 6 Ch
Civil Air Patrol
505 Squadron Blog
Pa. Wing Chaplain's Blog
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