General Training Course

We are currently looking for ONE MALE Cadet to attend the 8 - 19 July GENERAL TRAINING COURSE. This course will conflict with Arlington.

In order to apply you must have joined before 31 Jan 13.

Interested Cadets can email or contact Capt Groome, NLT 2100hrs, Thursday, 16 May.
nathan.groome@cadets.gc.ca

2013 Summer Training Course Placements

Below is the list of the cadets who have received a summer training course for 2013. The course name, location and course dates are included below. Please note that the dates given only include the actual course dates, and one day on each end of the course should be kept open as possible travel days. Once the travel orders have been received, each cadet will be given their specific travel time for their respective course.

** This Thursday, 16 May 2013, an offer of participation will be given to each cadet who has been chosen for a summer training course.  The offers must be returned to either Capt Groome or 2Lt Gandouin by Thursday, 23 May 2013 to be guaranteed their position on the course. Due to the limited positions, if the offers are not received back by that time, it is possible that the course may given to another cadet. If there are any questions regarding the summer training courses, please feel free to see Capt Groome or 2Lt Gandouin.

Course	Surname	Given	Gender	Location	Course Dates
AAC2	YOON	Taewoong (Jeff)	M	Comox, BC	29 Jul - 16 Aug 2013
ARMIC	NEITHERCUT	Kevin A.	M	Vernon, BC	8 Jul - 16 Aug 2013
BAC2	FERGUSSON	Cassandra Laine	F	Comox, BC	29 Jul - 16 Aug 2013
BAC2	KOGA	Brendan	M	Comox, BC	29 Jul - 16 Aug 2013
BAC2	TESSIER	Ethan T.	M	Comox, BC	29 Jul - 16 Aug 2013
BATAC2	WALTERS	Stephen	M	Victoria, BC	29 Jul - 16 Aug 2013
BDCC2	KUBIS	Isaac	M	Victoria, BC	29 Jul - 16 Aug 2013
BFSC2	MANSFIELD	Steven	M	Victoria, BC	29 Jul - 16 Aug 2013
BSC2	GOLOWKO	Kamil W.	M	Victoria, BC	29 Jul - 16 Aug 2013
BSC2	RAWCLIFFE	Jordan Nicholas	M	Victoria, BC	29 Jul - 16 Aug 2013
BSC2	RO	Timothy	M	Victoria, BC	29 Jul - 16 Aug 2013
DCIC	LIU	Yu-Chen (James)	M	Victoria, BC	8 Jul - 16 Aug 2013
FSIC	MUNRO	Kyle	M	Cold Lake, BC	8 Jul - 16 Aug 2013
GTC1	BELLO	Mohamed A.	M	Victoria, BC	8 Jul - 19 Jul 2013
GTC1	EARLE	Nathan W.	M	Victoria, BC	8 Jul - 19 Jul 2013
GTC1	HANNA	Ryan K.	M	Victoria, BC	8 Jul - 19 Jul 2013
GTC1	KOH	Andy T.	M	Victoria, BC	8 Jul - 19 Jul 2013
GTC1	LEE	Kyu Hyoung	M	Victoria, BC	8 Jul - 19 Jul 2013
GTC1	LEE	Hongsun (Alex)	M	Victoria, BC	8 Jul - 19 Jul 2013
GTC1	LIU	Jenny Y.	F	Victoria, BC	8 Jul - 19 Jul 2013
GTC1	POOLE	Michael Z.	M	Victoria, BC	8 Jul - 19 Jul 2013
GTC1	SMITH	Mackenzie A.	M	Victoria, BC	8 Jul - 19 Jul 2013
GTC1	WALTERS	Christopher J.	M	Victoria, BC	8 Jul - 19 Jul 2013
GTC2	Lee	Jeong Hyun	M	Victoria, BC	22 Jul - 2 Aug 2013
GTC2	PARK	Seeun	F	Victoria, BC	22 Jul - 2 Aug 2013
GTC2	SONG	Anthony E.	M	Victoria, BC	22 Jul - 2 Aug 2013
GTC2	SONG	Matthew M.	M	Victoria, BC	22 Jul - 2 Aug 2013
GTC2	WILLIAMS	Chasen S.	M	Victoria, BC	22 Jul - 2 Aug 2013
SIC	BAIK	Hanna	F	Cold Lake, BC	8 Jul - 16 Aug 2013

Drop in Floor Hockey

Due to tomorrows Provincial election there will be NO floor hockey this week.

Important Band Information

This weeks practice will be Tuesday night (no practice tonight, and Tuesdays from now on) at 169 Colombia, to practice for their Annual Parade.

Meet at 1815 in summer dress (C-2B) pick up for 2100 hrs

Reminder that 169 band cadets will be parading with us in their uniforms on Thursdays until Annual so we can practice having the whole band together for our Annual parade.

Important dates:

Monday May 20th : Victoria Day parades meet at 169 Columbia 0900-1600

Tuesday May 21st: Parade practice 169 1815-2100 hrs

Saturday May 25th: ACR performance 521 RCACS (Mission)

Tuesday May 28th: Parade Practice 169 1815-2100 hrs

Sat June 1st: 746 Annual Parade! timings TBA

Sun June 9th: 169 Annual Parade! Timing TBA

See Lt Kelly or email: Allison.Kelly@cadets.gc.ca
With and questions/concerns or if you will be absent for any of the above dates

Summer Thunder

Summer Thunder is large invitational field training exercise conducted by 103 Thunderbird Sqn, This year we have 10 spaces available. This exercise will be open to all Cadets.

When:
17 May 13 - 20 May 12
Times to be announced.

Please email Capt Groome to Sign up.
nathan.groome@cadets.gc.ca

First Aid Training

The Sqn will be conducting Emergency First Aid training for all those Cadets attending the Arlington Air Show. All Cadets attending the air show must have current first aid training. Cadets attending the air show will have first priority.

When:

Saturday, 22, 29 June.  8 – 5pm

Where:

746 Lightning Hawk Sqn

Dress:

Civvie

Squadron BBQ & Annual General Meeting

This event will be held Thursday June 6th at Langley City Park 6:00 - 9:00 pm.

All 746 Cadets and their families are invited to join in the fun.  More details will be posted closer to the date.

At this time the Sponsoring Committee will be conducting their Annual General Meeting.  Nominations are currently being accepted for:
Chairperson
Vice-Chairperson
Secretary
Treasurer
Public Relations & Communications Director
Ways and Means Director
Directors

If you would like detailed information on these positions, information on the Sponsoring Committee or to nominate yourself or other interested party, please contact Judy Montano at 746Chairperson@vistabella.ca or speak to one of the Sponsoring Committee Members on Thursday nights at the squadron.

We look forward to your participation in our squadron.  Without volunteers we would not be able to operate.

Attention Parents: Annual Ceremonial Review (ACR)

Hi everyone

A date to put in your calendar - Satuday June 1st.

ACR is the final parade of the training year.  Family and friends are invited to see the culmination of all the hard work the cadets have been putting in this year.  ACR will be held at Langley Secondary School.  Guests are asked to be seated by 12:30 pm.

Cadets will be receiving further instructions as we get closer to the event.

Duke of Ed

The hand books for the Duke of Ed program are in, If you have signed up for the Duke of Ed program please bring in $25 for the books.

Summer Dress

Just a Reminder that we will be changing to Summer Dress this Thursday. Cadets are to bring their Parkas if it is cold or raining 

C-2B Routine Training Dress

Same as C-2A, without the tie.

Occasions

a. during summer dress period at the sqn:

(1) routine training dress for day to day,

(2) routine parades, and

(3) appropriate social occasions.

b. year round for indoor training

c. other occasions

FTX Lonely Bird

This survival exercise will open to all Cadets, but limited to a maximum of 40 Cadets.

A sign up sheet will be posted at the Squadron this Thursday with more info to follow.

When:

Drop Off:  17:30hrs - Friday, 3 May.

Pick Up: 15:00hrs – Sunday, 5 May.

Where:

Pick up and drop off will be at the Squadron.

Permission Form
Kit List

Questions can be directed to:

2Lt Van Overschot - corey.vanoverschot@cadets.gc.ca

Arlington Training Session

This will be a mandatory training session for the Cadets attending the Arlington Air Show.
Cadets will need to bring a lunch.

Where: 746 Light Hawk Sqn

When: Saturday, 18 May 13.  08:00am - 17:00pm

Dress: OG107 uniform (OD Green Combats)

Questioins can be directed to Maj Kelly.

Orienteering

Why Just Run?

If your looking for something to do on Wednesdays, this is it. The Greater Vancouver Orienteering Club is open to all ages and fitness levels, you just need to register.

Questions can be directed to:
Capt Groome

UPDATE: Arlington Airshow 2013

746 Lightning Hawk will be attending and assisting at the Arlington Airshow again this July! Cadets will have the opportunity to work closely with the Civil Air Patrol to assist in the operations of the Arlington Airshow. Cadets will learn how to marshal aircraft and assist in other areas of the operation. This is usually a highlight in a cadet's career, and all those who are interested are encouraged to sign up.

Because this event is a one week long trip, there will be a $175 charge for cadets to attend, which will cover all transportation, meal and accommodation expenses. There is a sign up sheet which will be out again on Thursday for cadets to sign up if interested. The latest time that payment for this event must be received by the sponsoring committee is 14 Mar 13. All checks must be addressed to the 746 Lightning Hawk Sponsoring Committee. 

**IMPORTANT NOTICE: The date on the original Warning Order was incorrect. This trip will run from 7-14 of JULY and NOT JUNE! Please review your schedule and ensure this date still works. If it does not, please strike your name off of the sign-up sheet ASAP. 

An updated Warning Order can be found HERE. More specific information will come closer to the event date.

A PERMISSION FORM CAN BE DOWNLOADED HERE.

Congratulations

The Range Team competed in the Fraser Valley Zone Shoot today against 14 other teams. After a long day of shooting, 746 placed 4th overall; Sgt Hebert tied for 4th overall out of 74 shooters.

Update:
Sgt Hebert will be attending the Provincial Marksmanship Shoot as an individual, he has placed 19th out of 382 shooters in BC. The team placed 18th out of 76 teams in BC.

2013 Summer Training

Applications for the 2013 Non-Nationally Selected Training Courses are now available.

Info on all the courses and how to apply can be found on the Summer Training page of this website.

Application Form Updated

Applications must be handed into Lt Groome or 2Lt Gandouin and are DUE NLT, 21 FEB 13.

Questions can be directed to Lt Groome: nathan.groome@cadets.gc.ca 

Parking Lot Safety

Pickup time on Thursday night at cadets has become increasingly congested.  If possible, please try to park near the Museum of Flight or in the parking spots near the entrance to the airport.  Please do not pull into the driveway nearest the Hangar.  It is a very busy area with pedestrians.

Please keep your speed to a minimum.  It is quite dark in the area and there are many people walking to different areas.

Cadets please remember you are wearing dark clothing and are very hard to see on dark rainy nights.  Be aware of the vehicles around you and try to stay in lit areas.

The safety and well being of the Cadets is important.  Thank you for your cooperation.

New: Cadet Reference Manual

It is important for cadets to have access to the essential information that they need to perform the basic duties of a member of the Royal Canadian Air Cadet Program; and specifically 746 Lightning Hawk Squadron. As a result, the squadron has published a "Cadet Reference Manual" which contains all of the general knowledge that cadets are expected to know. This manual is an important resource. It's contents should be read and understood by all members of the squadron from the newest recruit to the most senior cadet.

The document is available in .pdf form and can be downloaded directly from the following link (Adobe Reader Required):

Cadet Reference Manual

The manual is divided into 3 chapters:

1. Drill
2. General Cadet Knowledge, and
3. Cadet Training

While we do not expect cadets to commit this information to memory, we do expect that cadets will reference the manual as often as required and search for answers to any questions first in the manual before using the chain of command. Cadets who would like to test their understanding of the manual's material are encouraged to take the optional "Comprehension Quiz" located at the following link: Comprehension Quiz.

Any questions about the Cadet Reference Manual should be addressed through the chain of command.

Squadron Standing Orders

The first version of the new and improved 746 Lightning Hawk Squadron Standing Orders has been published and is available here: https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B3fa4EufD061UFZNR2pNdk50Q1k/edit
This is a working document that should be used as a reference for all cadets. Paper copies are posted around the squadron.

New Squadron Contact Info

With the move to a new facility comes some minor changes to our contact information. Here are the updates:

• Squadron Phone Number: 604-532-7466
• Emergency Contact Number:  778-808-5738 (please use for emergencies only)
• Squadron Physical Address: Hangar 5 (Upstairs) 5301 216 St Langley, BC
• Squadron Mailing Address: UNCHANGED
• Recruiting Information Email: stephen.brown@cadets.gc.ca
• General Info Email: sean.kelly@cadets.gc.ca

Please update your information accordingly.

746 Social Media

Connecting with cadets, their parents, and the public has always been a priority for 746 Lightning Hawk. In an effort to improve accessibility of information, 746 is embracing the benefits of social media. Now you can "like" us on Facebook and/or "follow" us on Twitter. Here are the details:

• Facebook: www.facebook.com/746lightninghawk
• Twitter: @746RCACS

We look forward to interacting with you online. We would like to remind cadets that, even online, they are  responsible for maintaining their professionalism. We also hope that you'll share any photos, stories, or kudos with us and help promote the squadron to the public.

Canadian Museum of Flight Memberships

Did you know that cadets of 746 Lightning Hawk are eligible for a free Canadian Museum of Flight Junior Membership? Cadets can also volunteer at the museum, and bank their time towards free rides in one of the museum's heritage aircraft! To apply, complete the application form and return it to an officer at the squadron.

General Cadet Knowledge Pocket Aide Memoire

The following pocket-sized GCK Aide Memoire can be printed and folded by cadets as a quick reference guide. Remember, this is basic information that all cadets should know.

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