Group 3 SAREX benefits many

This SAREX has been a little different than the past in a couple ways. One is that it stretches over an extended period of time and the other is the nature of most of the training.

Much of today's training centered around Photo Recon which, if you've ready the Volunteer magazine this month, you can tell that much of the tasking is related to Photography.

That's not to say that UDF (Urban Direction Finding) is no longer taught but Photography just gets added to our list of skills. Today cadets and Aircrews alike did there share of photography and our newer cadets spent time learning about DF'ing from Major Moeller.

The day wrapped up around 1900 and the cadets headed off the catch the launch of balloons but weather cut that trip short when the balloons were grounded.

All in all, a successful and (as always with cadets) fun filled day.

Submitted by: 1Lt Lydia Pike, CAP,DCC on AUG 06,2011

Group 3 Sarex

The Group 3 Emergency Services Training (SAREX) that was postponed last month has been rescheduled and will be hosted by Ascension Composite Squadron and operating out of Louisiana Regional Airport (L38).

This SAREX will run from 5 AUG thru 15 AUG. Sorties with be spread over the entire period, somewhat like the Sorties flown for the LA Flood missions. There will be day and Evening sorties to help pilots maintain night currency. There will be ground Team Sorties as well as need for cadets as mission staff assistants and radio operations. Authorized Cadets who have, or will soon be attaining their 18th birthdate may begin training for Aircrews positions (you can not actually fly missions until after your birthday.)

There is a job for every cadet who is willing to serve the mission and will behave in a professional manner. If serious about serving in Emergency Services, go to the Emergency Services tab above and begin your training, THEN contact Major Moeller to find out what your next step should be.

Ascension Composite was proud to boast that 9 of our cadets participated in the 2011 LA Flood Mission. Those Cadets were: Gaudin, Rome, Tressitt, Dennis, Kelley, Pike, Blank, Delbasty, Kallenberger, some are seen below assisting Major Brummett and operating Radios. Cadets are a vital part of our Emergency Services Operations.

Submitted by: 1LT Lydia Pike, CAP, DCC

(reposted because the other was deleted by accident, sorry)

Group 2 SAREX / Balloon Fest this weekend

GROUP 3 SAREX will begin this weekend with briefing and training on Saturday. This will be an all day activity. NEW Cadets who meet the following qualifications may report ( contact Lt Pike for approval and times):

Minimum Qualifications:
- Complete BDU & compliant w/ 39-1 (canteen/camel back approved)
- Passed Leadership Chapter One test
- Passed General Emergency Services test 116 (Emergency Services tab above)
- Have a desire to work WITH the Senior members and prepare to serve on real missions.

Cadets with prior ES experience are needed. When short on Incident Command staff and IC staff are wearing two or three hats, experienced cadets are needed more than ever to help fill the gaps. If you can come Saturday, it would be appreciated!

Please email your availability to both: Lt Pike AND Lt Col Collins who is Incident Commander for this SAREX.

BALLOON FESTIVAL: Due to lack of response, no formal plans are being made to attend the balloon festival, however, after the SAREX activity Saturday, we may make a run to the festival for the balloon glow.

Submitted By: 1Lt Lydia Pike, CAP, DCC

Hot Air Balloon Festival

If you are interested in assisting with the Balloon Festival, at a Balloon glow one evening, please email Lt Pike and indicate when you will be available. This activity could qualify as an Aerospace Activity for the Squadron AEX award but you must participate.

submitted by: 1LT Lydia Pike, CAP, DCC