Ohio Wing Members,

As a reminder, applications are still being accepted for the 2013 Ohio Wing Law Enforcement Training Program.  Applications will be accepted until June 30th.  Additional information on the application process and the program can be found in the attached document.  If you have questions, please let me know.

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Matt Rittenhouse, Maj, CAP
Activity Director
Ohio Wing Law Enforcement Program

The 12th Annual King of the Rock Cadet Initiative is scheduled for 9 - 11 August 2013 at the Rock Cut State Park in northern Illinois.

Registration is due by AUGUST 1. Cost is just $10 per member for the entire weekend.

The King of the Rock is a fun competition between Civil Air Patrol teams. Teams are made up of 6 cadets plus a seventh member which will be inducted into each team on Saturday morning. The team that wins will have the honor of being named ‘King of the Rock’ and will have possession of the Eagle traveling trophy until the next competition. In addition, each team member (including the senior member) of the winning team will receive the ‘King of the Rock’ challenge coin.

This is a Camping event. All members that attend (including senior members) will need to bring appropriate camping supplies to last two days and two nights. Each team will participate in a series of up to 10 challenges. The teams will be graded on effectiveness of their teamwork, completion of the task, and esprit de corps. On Saturday evening the teams will cook a‘Formal Dinner’ for their team members. This dinner will be judged on creativity, quality of food, and presentation.

Although The Rock is more informal than an encampment, the cadets will be expected to maintain appropriate customs and courtesies throughout the event. Senior members will be asked to help in the judging of the challenges. The challenges will take place on Saturday from 0900 through 1530. The events will take place along the trail in the forest. Please be prepared with water, bug spray and sunscreen.

More information, including the registration and packing lists, are on the website.

http://kalemis.com/kor/

Kind Regards,

James Kalemis, Major, CAP
DCS, Cadet Programs
Great Lakes Region

Ohio Wing,

Please join me in congratulating the following cadets who have earned a Milestone Achievements for the month of April 2013. Keep up the good work!

Wright Bros Award
Benjamin Saunders Jr- 115
Max Chivington -139
Cauner Klien- 157
Charles Hoffman- 279
Mikkayala Kelley- 279

Mitchell Award
Garrett Potts- 037

Earhart Award
Patrick McGail- 197

Great Job!

NATHANIEL R SPEHR, Capt, CAP
Deputy Director Cadet Programs, Ohio Wing

To All Ohio Wing Members,

Ohio Wing Cadets and Senior Members,

Applications are now being accepted for the 2013 Ohio WingBasic Encampment.

This year’s encampment will be held at Youngstown Air Reserve Station and Camp Ravenna. The course dates are Saturday July 27, 2013 through Saturday August 3, 2013. The cost of the activity is $250.

Every cadet that has not attended a basic encampment is encouraged to apply. This activity will take your skills to the next level and open many doors for you as a cadet. These new opportunities include National Cadet Special Activities (NCSA), the chance to become an officer, and many more. Encampment offers access to Search and Rescue, Leadership, Air Force demonstrations, and many other events that are strategically planned in this activity. The week of encampment is mentally and physically challenging however, the end result is virtually unmatched by any other activity in Civil Air Patrol.
In order to attend, a cadet must:


Directions to Apply:

Members of Ohio Wing,

On 10-12 May, 2013 Ohio Wing will be holding a Ground Team School in Marysville, Ohio.  The purpose of this activity is to teach the skills required for qualification as GTM-3 or Ground Team Leader, and provide an opportunity for you to test these skills.  This mission is a NON-FUNDED exercise for those wishing to train as a Ground Team member or Ground Team Leader.

GTM-3 Prerequisites:

GTL Prerequisites:

To enroll, please email ASAP your choice of GTM-3 or GTL, and include your CAPID.  Upon receipt of your email, you will be sent the Ground Team Text and Task Guide.  Enrollment will be open until 30 APR 2013.

Email information to john.porter@ohwg.cap.gov

We are looking forward to seeing you in Marysville!

John Porter, Lt.Col., CAP
OHWG EST/G

Ohio Wing Cadets and Senior Members,

Applications are now being accepted for the 2013 Ohio Wing NCO Leadership Academy.

This year’s NCO Leadership Academy (NCOLA) will be held at Youngstown Air Reserve Station and Camp Ravenna. The course dates are Saturday July 27, 2013 through Saturday August 3, 2013. The cost of the activity is $250.  This Academy is limited to 22 cadets.

The NCO Leadership Academy (NCOLA) will help further develop the skills of young CAP leaders. NCOLA is an academically focused week of learning and leading. Cadets will learn how to conduct an inspection, write the dreaded Staff Duty Analysis, plan an activity, set goals, and much more.

In order to attend, a cadet must:

    Have attended a basic encampment
    Must be between the grades of Cadet Senior Airman and Cadet Chief Master Sergeant by the time of NCOLA
    Be an active member of Civil Air Patrol through the end of NCOLA
    Have one complete set of the Blues Uniform and two sets of BDUs
    Complete CPPT if over the age of 18

Directions to Apply:

    Complete the online Registration form found here: http://bit.ly/2013NCOLAstudentapp
    Pay activity fee of $250.00 to Squadron Banker (see local squadron Commander)
    Print a CAPF 31, complete all sections, and gather all necessary signatures
    Fill out an Emergency Notification form – Form 60
    Scan forms (31 & 60) into a PDF and email to encampmentadmin@ohwg.cap.gov or mail to:

        Defense Supply Center Columbus (DSCC)

        Attn: Civil Air Patrol

        Cadet Programs - NCOLA

        3990 East Broad Street

        P.O. Box 3990

        Columbus, OH 43218-3990


All cadets accepted to the activity must supply their own transportation to the encampment.
The packing list for the encampment can be found here: http://bit.ly/2013ohwgencpackinglist.

All Ohio Wing members are also encouraged to "like" the Ohio Wing Encampment Facebook page found here.

A timeline of important dates can be found here: http://bit.ly/2013ohwgencimportantdates
The application process closes 30 June 2013.

Any questions may be directed to james.goodman@ohwg.cap.gov.

Thanks,
JAMES J GOODMAN, Capt, CAP
Commander
2013 Ohio Wing Encampment

Col Mathews