"There's a difference between interest and commitment. When you're interested in doing something, you do it only when circumstance permit. When you're committed to something, you accept no excuses, only results.” Art Turock
Welcome Cadet Recruits and Parents!
We are glad that you have decided to apply for membership in our Cadet Program. The Senior Members of Ascension Composite are very proud of our Cadet Corp as they have maintained a certain Esprit de Corp that earned a high level of respect. Our cadets have a commitment to excellence and welcome new members who will share that commitment.
If you are preparing to submit application for membership, you should have already:
[ ] Visited our meetings at least three(3) consecutive weeks (brought a parent or guardian to one)
[ ] Have a good idea of the different types of activities we do during meetings
[ ] We hope you have started to develop so friendships with other cadets.
[ ] Have a fairly good understanding of the Esprit de Corp of our cadets.
Before you will be considered for membership, you must meet the Grooming Standards.
**These grooming standards are not optional and must be meet in order to wear the USAF style uniforms and remain a member in good standing.
You should already be looking into attending the next Weekend Cadet Training Education Program (CTEP) weekend in both Spring and Fall, and the next 10-Day Encampment (Winter in Florida or Summer in Louisiana) as these are not optional for cadets who are committed to be successful in the program.
Below, you will find a step by step "To Do" List that we hope will help:
STEP #1: Complete and Print Application and bring to the next meeting for Signature. Applications must be signed by a member of the Command Staff.
You have two options for submitting the application:
Option #1: (Recommended) Fax the Application to NHq and call with Credit Card Payment
Call Nation Headquarters Member Services Dept. (877) 227-9142 option 1
to get fax number and instructions and to provide Credit Card Information
Option #2 Attach a check payable to "Civil Air Patrol," in the amount of $30
Mail the signed application to National Headquarters
CAP National Headquarters
Member Services - Cadets
105 South Hansell St.
Bldg. 714
Maxwell AFB, AL 36112-6332
STEP #2: Place Order with Vanguard for uniform accouterments (total less than $__)
"Summer Woodland Camo BDU - Ripstop NYLON/COTTON COMBO"
CONTACT: Patrick Ryan (Only Patrick can assist with this deal)
Patriot Surplus
STEP #5: Upon Receipt of the Vanguard order, have patches sewn on BDU uniform in accordance with CAPR 39-1 (page32.) USAF style uniforms may only be worn when uniform AND cadet grooming is in compliance with this standard, clean, pressed and neat.
NOW! At this point you should be on the Squadron Roster and should have received an email from NHq. If you are computer savy, you can log in and go through the steps to gain access to eServices. Otherwise, contact the Cadet Recruting and Retention Officer (Tressitt) or your assigned mentor and set a time to have him/her step you through the process. A library is a good place to accomplish this if you do not have a computer at home.
Here is a link to the "HOW TO" for setting up eServices
Visit the national website Cadet Programs help for new cadets
Welcome Aboard!
Welcome Cadet Recruits and Parents!
We are glad that you have decided to apply for membership in our Cadet Program. The Senior Members of Ascension Composite are very proud of our Cadet Corp as they have maintained a certain Esprit de Corp that earned a high level of respect. Our cadets have a commitment to excellence and welcome new members who will share that commitment.
If you are preparing to submit application for membership, you should have already:
[ ] Visited our meetings at least three(3) consecutive weeks (brought a parent or guardian to one)
[ ] Have a good idea of the different types of activities we do during meetings
[ ] We hope you have started to develop so friendships with other cadets.
[ ] Have a fairly good understanding of the Esprit de Corp of our cadets.
Before you will be considered for membership, you must meet the Grooming Standards.
**These grooming standards are not optional and must be meet in order to wear the USAF style uniforms and remain a member in good standing.
You should already be looking into attending the next Weekend Cadet Training Education Program (CTEP) weekend in both Spring and Fall, and the next 10-Day Encampment (Winter in Florida or Summer in Louisiana) as these are not optional for cadets who are committed to be successful in the program.
Below, you will find a step by step "To Do" List that we hope will help:
STEP #1: Complete and Print Application and bring to the next meeting for Signature. Applications must be signed by a member of the Command Staff.
You have two options for submitting the application:
Option #1: (Recommended) Fax the Application to NHq and call with Credit Card Payment
Call Nation Headquarters Member Services Dept. (877) 227-9142 option 1
to get fax number and instructions and to provide Credit Card Information
Option #2 Attach a check payable to "Civil Air Patrol," in the amount of $30
Mail the signed application to National Headquarters
CAP National Headquarters
Member Services - Cadets
105 South Hansell St.
Bldg. 714
Maxwell AFB, AL 36112-6332
STEP #2: Place Order with Vanguard for uniform accouterments (total less than $__)
- Cover Device
- CAP0748A ................
- Tie (males) or Tie Tab (female)
- 9400500 (male) ............ (no clip-on ties)
- 9400605 (female) .........
- Tie Tack (males only)
- CAP0918 ..................... (tack, not bar)
- Name Plate (3 Line Blue) - Last Name Only
- CAP0599M ..................
- "Civil Air Patrol" blue tapes
- CAP0599K ...................(2 recommended)
- Blue Name Tape - Last Name Only
- CAP0599HA ............... (comes in pairs)
- Louisiana Wing Patch
- CAP0637Q ................. (2 recommended)
- Reverse American Flag
- 4432430 ...................... (2 recommended)
"Summer Woodland Camo BDU - Ripstop NYLON/COTTON COMBO"
- BDU Blouse (approx $15 - $20 used / $30 new) -Eample from Vanguard
- BDU Pants (approx $15 - $20 used / $30 new) - Example from Vanguard
- Blue Belt with Black Tip and Buckle (approx $8) ((Example from Vanguard)
- BDU Cover (normal BDU cover, not Marine Corp style) Example from Vanguard
- Combat boots example (Jungle Boots with canvas uppers - approx $30)
- Brown T-shirt(s)
BDUs can be used but not too faded and make sure the top and bottoms match. You should be able to get everything on this list for around $100.www.patriotsurplus.com has offered a complete package deal for $90 (price as of 7/20/2012)
CONTACT: Patrick Ryan (Only Patrick can assist with this deal)
Patriot Surplus
717-323-1104 - Office
717-718-6154 - Fax
STEP #4: Dollar General, Family Dollar, Walmart....etc (This list should be around $10)
- Thick Black Socks (Crew socks or higher for wear with boots or black dress shoes)
- White V-Neck T-shirt to be worn with USAF Blue Uniform (Can NOT show)
- Black Kiwi shoe shine kit.
STEP #5: Upon Receipt of the Vanguard order, have patches sewn on BDU uniform in accordance with CAPR 39-1 (page32.) USAF style uniforms may only be worn when uniform AND cadet grooming is in compliance with this standard, clean, pressed and neat.
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NOW! At this point you should be on the Squadron Roster and should have received an email from NHq. If you are computer savy, you can log in and go through the steps to gain access to eServices. Otherwise, contact the Cadet Recruting and Retention Officer (Tressitt) or your assigned mentor and set a time to have him/her step you through the process. A library is a good place to accomplish this if you do not have a computer at home.
Here is a link to the "HOW TO" for setting up eServices
Visit the national website Cadet Programs help for new cadets
Welcome Aboard!
