Sat, March 29 Sports Day

83 Juno Beach! Important reminder for those cadets who signed up for the upcoming Sports Day on Saturday, March 29.

The OPI (Office of Primary Interest) is Captain Krebs. Questions are to be redirected to him.

Event details below:

• Date: Saturday, 29 March 2025

• Start Time 0900 hrs Everyone should arrive for 30 min prior at 0830 to the start to allow for registration, setup, and organizing groups

• End Time 1600 hrs

• Location

• Trico Centre Gym @ 11150 Bonaventure Dr SE, Calgary

• Dress: PT Gear with indoor shoes to change into during the activity

• Lunch: Provided. Dietary Restrictions/Requirements have been noted and cadets will be provided with those meals as per the registration

• What to bring: Refillable water bottle and indoor shoes

• IMPORTANT INFO:

  • CADETS need to register with the Admin O once onsite.

  • Only those registered should attend

  • Parents must pick up their cadets on time at 1600 hrs.

If you are not sure if your cadet has been registered, email 83air@cadets.gc.ca

Last minute FTX Tips!

83 Juno Beach! Level 1s and 2s, I hope you're excited for your first FTX! The Level 4s and 5s have been working hard to put together a fun overnight survival weekend for you!

Here's a reminder of final tips and notes to help you prepare.

➡️ Parents/Guardians, there will be a parent meeting this coming Tuesday, March 4 starting at 1830. I will be present to answer any questions you have about the FTX. You are permitted to stay the entire night and watch the CO's parade with the cadets following the meeting.

🚗 Arrive no later than 1700 (5pm) on Friday, March 7 at LHQ (Sheperd Community Hall). All cadet's will have their kit checked to ensure they have all the necessary equipment for the FTX and no prohibited items. As soon as the bus is packed, we will be leaving. The bus will not wait for any latecomers.

➡️ Cadets, make sure you have everything listed in the kit list. Everyone is required to bring your own sleeping bag. Cadets who do not have all the mandatory items will not be permitted to attend and will be sent home for your own safety. Kit should be packed in a duffle bag or a big enough backpack.

💊 MEDICATIONS - All medications will be retained by the First Aid Officer (Captain Krebs) upon arrival along with the requisite information on associated medical conditions, dosage and intake requirements. *It is the cadet's responsibility to remember which medications to take, when and how*

🍴Please eat dinner *BEFORE* coming to LHQ. Dinner will not be served on Friday, however there will be hot chocolate and light snacks before bed.

Good news! MREs (Meals Ready to Eat) military rations have been secured and we will now be eating this for each meal. I will bring a sample to the Parent Meeting for those curious about what this is.

🔥 There's lots of fun activities planned for the cadets! Aside from our survival training classes led by the seniors, we will have squadron games, shelter building contest, and time to bond and tell stories by the campfire. Cadets will get to experience long-lived traditions and explore survival skills in a safe, engaging manner.

✅ Review Joining Instructions here for more details: https://www.junobeachsquadron.com/weekly-news/2025/2/20/ftx-7-9-march-joining-instructions

❌ If your name is not listed in the link below, you did not sign up for the FTX and will not be attending. Late sign ups are not accommodated for. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5965285ff5e2310c22d89747/t/67b7a49b4c68cd22f1723259/1740088475131/FTX+Sign+Up+List+-+March+2025.pdf

🙋‍♀️ Have any questions? Feel free to email 83air@cadets.gc.ca or directly to me at jacqueline.tran@cadets.gc.ca

Training Updates - March 3 & 4

1. Mon, March 3 - No Optional Training

We will be cancelling this coming Monday's optional training to accommodate for the WO2 Merit Review Boards.

2. Tues, March 4 - CO's Parade & Parent Meeting

Promotions and CO's Parade on March 4!

I will be attending the parent's meeting for any questions about the upcoming FTX. This is a great opportunity to stay engaged with your cadets' program and ask any questions. As it is a CO's parade, parents are welcomed to stay for the duration of the night (1830-2100 hrs) and watch the CO's parade

• - DRESS: C1A (Blues - if you have not been issued a uniform, please wear white top, black pants)

• - Parent meeting will happen in the lounge area starting at 1830 hrs

Questions can be emailed to 83air@cadets.gc.ca

Follow our Google Calendar on our website for the most up-to-date info:

FTX 7-9 MARCH JOINING INSTRUCTIONS

83 Juno Beach, we are only 2 weeks away until our upcoming FTX!

Quick notes:

• Hard copies of the joining instructions and kit list were distributed on Tuesday. A digital copy can be DOWNLOADED HERE.

• All Level 4's that signed up are approved to attend the FTX as support staff

• Unfortunately, at this time, we cannot accommodate any late sign ups. If anything changes, I will reach out to the cadets that emailed the squadron individually.

• If you are unsure if you have signed up for the FTX or not, a full list of registered cadets can also be found HERE. Only those on this list will be permitted to attend. PLEASE NOTE - Some cadets may have signed up with their first name instead of last name. Please check the full list if you cannot find your name.

• Don't forget - sleeping bags are NOT provided and all cadets must bring their own. Follow the kit list to ensure you are well prepared for our field training exercise and let's have some fun

Questions can be directed to 83air@cadets.gc.ca

83 (Juno Beach) RCACS

Joining Instructions - FTX Courseulles

Kasota East Camp, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1S6

Level 1 & 2 Spring FTX 

83 Juno Beach will be conducting a Field Training Exercise for Level 1s and 2s to learn and practice some basic aircrew survival skills. Sign up is required. Only those that are in Level 1 and 2 that have signed up will be able to attend. 

When

Cadets must arrive at the Shepard Community Centre by 1700 (5:00PM) on Friday 07 March 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 1700 (5:00 PM) on Sunday 09 March 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 the Camp Kasota by yellow school buses. 

Where

The Field Training Exercise will be held at Kasota East Camp, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1S6 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, MARCH 7. We will not be eating dinner when we arrive to Camp Kasota. Cadets will be provided with military Meals Ready to Eat rations. We will have vegetarian options and dietary restrictions accommodated for. However, if cadets have special dietary requirements, they can also bring their own meals in a small cooler. We have access to a refrigerator. Please notify Lt Tran ASAP. 

Medications 

All medications will be provided to the First Aid Officer  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 the event. All participants are responsible for their own gear; any lost or stolen items are the sole responsibility of the cadet. This kit should be packed in a duffle bag or backpack.

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

• x2 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 - no jeans

• x1 brimmed hat (tilley, ball cap)

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

• x1 washcloth

• x1 pillow

• x1 sleeping bag (should be suitable to temperatures down to 0oC)

• notebook

• pencils

• backpack

• flashlight (batteries if applicable) 

• x1 refillable water bottle

• mug, and

• any prescribed medications (if applicable).
  

PROHIBITED ITEMS:

• Knives (ONLY Level 5 cadets or Survival Instructors are authorized to bring a folding knife of

no more than 3” in length)

• Alcohol, tobacco, drugs

• Matches, lighters, or other fire starters

• Inappropriate materials

• Bear spray, pepper spray