NERPA505 Update for the week of 8 May 11

Hello 505, I hope everyone is getting to enjoy the - FINALLY - spring-like weather!

(1) Tuesday night is Character Development and Leadership emphasis.  The uniform of the day is Class B blues for those who have them, BDUs for those who do not.
(2) Capt Hagberg, Maj Brown, C/SMsgt Hagberg, and C/SrA Johnson will be representing the squadron for Legislative Day at Harrisburg on Tuesday.  Lt. Fuller will be acting commander for this squadron meeting.
(3) Dates to remember:

• 14 May, squadron trip to visit the Stryker unit in Bradford, Pa.
  
• 18-25 Jun 11, Basic Cadet Encampment & Cadet Leadership School, Fort Indiantown Gap.

 CAP in the news:  Register NOW for the Nation's Fastest-Growing High School Cyber Defense Competition ; Maxwell stages tornado relief ; Nebraska woman is the oldest person in the state to become a captain of the Civil Air Patrol

  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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NERPA505 Update

Hello 505!  This update id for the week of 1 May 11.

(1) Tonight is monthly safety briefing and Aerospace Education emphasis.  The uniform of the day is BDUs.
(2) Testing and mentoring opportunities will be provided for squadron cadets.
(3) Thanks to all who attended the Cadet Conference and Commanders Call on 30 Apr.  Following is a note from Maj. Brown, 505 Dep. Commander for Cadets: "our senior cadets provided excellent leadership.  All cadets were well behaved."  Attendees included seinor members Maj. Brown, SM Johnson and Chaplain Matheny; and cadets C/2 Lt Matheny, C/SMSgt Hagberg, C/MSgt Matheny, C/SrA Johnson, C/AB Rickerson, Mahaney and Marketich.
(4) Dates to remember:

• 18-25 Jun 11, Basic Cadet Encampment & Cadet Leadership School, Fort Indiantown Gap.

 CAP in the news:  Civil Air Patrol helps me prepare for my future ; ND Civil Air Patrol provides aerial imagery in flood fight ; Battle against flood water brings out scores of volunteers ; Airmen honored for service 60 years later

  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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NERPA505 Update for the Week of 17 Apr 11

Hello, 505!

(1) Tonight will be Character Development and Leadership emphasis.    Don't forget to bring your "Flight Logs"!  
(2) Activities will also include drill.  The uniform of the day is Class B blues for those who have them, BDUs for those who do not.
(3) Dates to remember:

• 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.
  
• CANCELLED - 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:  AFA Announces Spring 2011 Civil Air Patrol Educator Grants ; Astronaut Visits Montgomery Students ; Ex-CAP cadet earns slot in U.S. Air Force flight school

  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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NERPA505 Update for the Week of 10 Apr 11

Hello 505!  I hope everyone got outside a little bit to enjoy the beautiful weather yesterday!

(1) Chaplain Matheny will be out of town this Tuesday night, so Character Development will be moved to next Tuesday, 19 Apr.
(2) Tuesday night's meeting will include the following activities:

• An Emergency Services module on ropes and knot tying.  Rope is an indispensable rescue and survival tool, but it is of limited use without some knowledge of how to tie a few specialized knots.  The uniform of the day is BDUs.
• Physical training - be sure to bring appropriate PT clothing and shoes.  Weather permitting, there will be an opportunity to go to the Beaty track to practice for the mile run, or try for a qualifying time.

(3) Dates to remember:

• 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:  New tech used to find airplane lost in Grand Canyon ; CyberPatriot Crowns National Championship Winners ; Northrop Grumman Awards Scholarships to AFA's CyberPatriot National Finals Competition   ; Civil Air Patrol Ready To Respond To Summer Storms

Capt. Hagberg suggested the following site for those who may be interested in honoring veterans of WW II: http://www.afinalfarewell.org/

  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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NERPA505 Update for the Week of 3 Apr 11

Hello, 505!

(1) Tuesday's meeting will be Aerospace Education emphasis, monthly Safety Briefing, and testing.  The uniform of the day is BDUs.
(2) Squadron members who desire to attend the Cadet Conference or Wing Commander's Call on 30 Apr need to register as soon as possible.
(3) Dates to remember:

• 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:  Lightspeed Aviation Announces Finalists for 2011 Grants ; Missing plane found near Ironton, Mo. ; New tools in search effort for missing plane at Grand Canyon ; Miday: Community member receives honor

  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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