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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Correction to NERPA505 Update for the Week of 27 Mar 11

I neglected to put a request in the update that we try to get as many cadets as possible to tonight's meeting by 1800 hrs.  We'll need the extra time for viewing the movie and completing the leadership analysis.

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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 27 Mar 11

Hello, 505!  Sorry to get this update out a little later than usual, but I have been pretty busy.

(1) This week's meeting is a fifth "casual" Tuesday.  Capt. Hagberg has authorized civilian clothes.  Of course, you are free to wear a uniform if you wish.
(2) We'll plan to have pizza & refreshments, watch a movie, "Son of the Morning Star", about George A. Custer, and do a leadership assessment on some of the main characters.
(3) Dates to remember:

• Group 6 SAREX hosted by Squadron 125, near Mercer, PA.  Cadets and seniors who are interested in attending should coordinate with Capt. Hagberg or Maj. Brown.
  
• 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:  Civil Air Patrol's highest honor awarded to teen ; Civil Air Patrol cadet receives prestigious honor ; Aerial Pictures Show the Extent of Spring Flooding ; Local unit helps search for missing plane (Chesterfield, MO)

  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 20 Mar 11

Hello, 505!  Spring is finally here, so we can start looking forward to a period of great activities and learning experiences.  Keep an eye on the "dates to remember" at the bottom of the update.

It's great to see the squadron growing again after a bit of a "flat spell".  The senior staff is maturing well, and the new and veteran cadets are working great together.  This is an excellent compliment on the quality and character of 505!  Thanks to everyone for your positive attitudes and commitment to CAP Core Values!

(1) The emphasis item for Tuesday evening will be "Leadership."  The uniform of the day is USAF style Class B blues for those who have them, and BDUs for the remainder.  Each member is responsible for making sure the uniform that they wear is complete.
(2) The flight simulator will be available as an additional aerospace opportunity.  Lt. Fuller will be in charge.
(3) Time will also be made available for drill.
(4) 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:  Civil Air Patrol crashes at Puyallup; pilots unhurt ; No injuries in South Hill plane crash (also a CAP aircraft) ; County responds to tsunami threat (Hawaii)

  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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