Fall FTX Instructions

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83 (Juno Beach) RCACS

Joining Instructions - FTX Courseulles

Rocky Mountain Cadet Training Centre (RMCTC

 Bighorn No. 8, AB T4C 1B8

Level 3+ Fall FTX 


83 Juno Beach will be conducting a Field Training Exercise for Level 3s and up to learn and practice some basic aircrew survival skills. Sign up is required. Only those that are in Level 3+ that have signed up will be able to attend. 

When

  • Fri, Oct 31 - DROP OFF at LHQ: 1700 (5 pm)

    • Only those cadets who have provided notice will be permitted to arrive on Saturday, Nov 1 with parental drop off at RMCTC for 8 am. See list below. 

  • Sat, Nov 2 - PICK UP at LHQ: 1630 (4:30 pm) 

  • LHQ = Local Headquarters, Shepard Community Hall, 10800 84 St SE, Calgary, AB T3S 0A4

Cadets must arrive at the Shepard Community Centre by 1700 (5:00PM) on Friday 31 October 2025 for kit check and equipment loading. 

Buses will depart immediately after kit check and loading and will not wait for any cadets. 

Cadets will return to the Shepard Community Centre for parental pick up by 1630 (4:30 PM) on Sunday 02 November 25. Parents – please arrive on time for pick up and ensure you are registered to receive notifications on Stack Team App to receive live notifications on any delays. 

Transport

Cadets will be transported to RMCTC by yellow school buses. 

Where

The Field Training Exercise will be held at Rocky Mountain Cadet Training Centre Bighorn No. 8, AB T4C 1B8. Cadets will be sleeping in cabins, and training will be conducted both indoors and outdoors.

What

A kit list is attached. Kit will be inspected prior to departure to ensure that each cadet has the required equipment and clothing.

Meals

CADETS MUST EAT PRIOR TO ARRIVING TO LHQ ON FRI, OCT 31. We will not be eating dinner when we arrive at RMCTC. Cadets will be provided with military Meals Ready to Eat throughout the activity.  

Medications 

All medications will be provided to CI Davis upon arrival to LHQ and logged. If cadets have emergency medication (inhaler, epipen etc…) they are to keep it with their belongings. All other medications will be handed in to the First Aid Officer. 

Contact 83air@cadets.gc.ca for any urgent inquiries. 

MANDATORY CADET KIT LIST


The following items are required for participation in the Field Training Exercise (FTX). A kit check will be performed prior to departure to the training site. Failure to possess any of the following items may exclude cadets from participation in this activity. This list is a minimum. All cadets are responsible for their own gear; any lost or stolen items are the sole responsibility of the cadet. Cadets are recommended to label all of their items with their name. 


REQUIRED ITEMS: 

  • x1 set Field Training Uniform (FTU) tunic and pants (if issued) 

  • x1 pair of issued FTU boots

  • x1 pair insulated winter boots

  • x1 cadet two-piece parka and liner (if issued), or civilian winter jacket 

  • x1 insulated winter pants

  • x1 Beret (if issued)

  • x1 toque

  • x3 pair gloves or mittens

  • x2 shirts (blue issued t-shirt and long-sleeve shirt) 

  • x5 pairs socks

  • x5 pairs undergarments

  • x1 set of thermal under layers

  • x1 set of sleepwear

  • x1 sweater or hoodie

  • x1 pair pants

  • x1 brimmed hat (tilley, ball cap)

  • Toiletries kit (soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, hygiene products)

  • x1 washcloth

  • x1 pillow

  • x1 sleeping bag

  • Notebook

  • Pencils

  • Backpack

  • Flashlight (and batteries if applicable) 

  • x1 refillable water bottle

  • mug, and

  • any prescribed medications (if applicable). 


PROHIBITED ITEMS: 

  • Knives 

  • Illegal substances (ie. alcohol, tobacco, drugs); 

  • Matches, lighters, or other fire starters; 

  • Inappropriate materials, and/or; 

  • Bear spray, pepper spray (ie. mace).