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Ultimate Cadet Challenge
Cadet Project Officer: C/Col Troy Odierno
Camp Blanding, Starke FL
23-24 MAY, 2009
REGISTER YOUR TEAMS NOW! (By 15 MAY 09)
Teams must submit 'Roster Form' located below
MISSION:
The Florida Wing with support of the Cadet Advisory Council will be hosting its first ever Ultimate Cadet Challenge at Camp Blanding, Starke FL on 23-24 MAY 2009.
PURPOSE:
The challenge is designed to test cadets in all areas of Civil Air Patrol’s missions in which teams of four cadets compete for the tile of ‘Ultimate Cadet’ against others in the wing. Events will include Emergency Services activities, obstacle courses, written examination, uniform inspection, drill evaluation, and leadership reaction courses. The event will close with a combat dining-in.
EXECUTION:
Staff members will arrive no earlier than 1100hrs and no later than 1200hrs on 23 MAY 09, for training and instruction. Participants are to arrive no earlier than 1300hrs and no later than 1445hrs on 23 MAY 09. All training will conclude at 2100hrs on 24 MAY 09. Teams will have the option of staying the night of 24 MAY 09 and leaving in the morning (Please notify of intent). No
early arrivals or dismissals are permitted without the Project Officer’s permission.
PARTICIPANT/TEAM APPLICATIONS:
Cadets applying to be participants in the Ultimate Cadet Challenge must have earned the Curry Achievement (C/Amn) and must have a current CAP membership. Teams will consist of four cadets, and one senior escort for supervision.
1. Each participant will complete a FLWG Form 500, bring the completed and SIGNED FLWGF 500 to the activity.
2. Two completed CAPF 60s to be brought to the activity.
3. 35 dollars per participant ($175 per team - 4 Competitors + Escort), please mail after submitting your team roster. (35 cash or check made out to Florida Wing Civil Air Patrol, make sure to note team.)
Activity Fee Includes: Lodging, T-Shirt, Trophies and Combat dining-out meal
Mail to:
Attn: Ultimate Cadet Challenge
14331 SW 100 Ln
Miami, FL 33186
4. Each team will submit a complete team roster using the team roster form located above by e-mail to
flwgultimatecadetchallenge@gmail.com
no later than 15 MAY 09. Please notify if your team plans to stay over night after the conclusion of the activity on Sunday.
STAFF APPLICATIONS:
Staff members (Cadet and Senior) will be needed to support the competition in areas such as: time keepers, recorders, event marshaling, photographers, and other duties.
1. All applicants will send an e-mail explaining what position(s) they are interested in, and why. Include a short resume of your experience no later than 1 MAY 09 to flwgultimatecadetchallenge@gmail.com
2. All personnel selected as staff will complete a FLWG Form 500, bring the completed and SIGNED FLWGF 500 to the activity.
3. Two completed CAPF 60s to be brought to the activity.
4. 35 dollars, please mail after receiving notification of your acceptance as activity staff.($35 cash or check made out to Florida Wing Civil Air Patrol)
Activity Fee Includes: Lodging, T-Shirt, Trophies and Combat dining-out meal
Mail to:
Attn: Ultimate Cadet Challenge
14331 SW 100 Ln
Miami, FL 33186
SPECTATOR PROCEDURE:
1. Teams may bring spectators but are the full responsibility of the team and should be listed on the team roster.
2. Any teams bringing spectators must notify the Project Officer no later than 15 MAY 09 in order to gain access to the event location.
3. Spectator will have to pay a $10.00 fee (submit with team fee) if they wish to participate in the combat dining-in.
TEAM RESPONSIBLITIES:
The teams are responsible for the following:
1. Transportation to/from
and during activity unless prior arrangements are made.
2. A team senior escort for all cadets, in accordance with the CPPT for overnight activities.
3. Follow all CAP regulations and directives.
4. Conduct of all members of their team, sponsors, and spectators.
5. Bringing all required equipment to participate unless prior arrangements are made. See Equipment list.
CHALLENGE:
Teams will be evaluated in each of the following events:
Uniform inspection
Teams will be formed up and inspected in accordance with CAPM 39-1. Teams are expected to look their best, alternate BDU uniforms can be used for other challenge events.
Drill Evaluation
Teams will be evaluated on their drill and ceremonies in accordance with AFMAN 36-2203. The event will end with a mass drill down.
Written Examination
Teams will be tested on their general knowledge, chain of command, aerospace education, and leadership text.
2-4 Mile Endurance Challenge / Leadership Reaction Course
Team will be challenged to complete a 2-4 mile endurance run/jog/or walk that will be broken into segments separated with leadership reaction activities that will test each team’s ability to work together to solve problems.
Emergency Services
Teams will compete in two separate activities. A compass course will put each teams orienteering and navigation skills to the test, and a direction finding challenge to track an ELT down will challenge the teams DF’ing skills.
Obstacle Course
Teams will be challenged mentally and physically on an obstacle course. Evaluation will be based on completion and time.
EQUIPMENT:
Individuals and TEAMS should bring all required equipment to perform in the challenge as attached to the operations order.
UNIFORMS
Saturday- Teams are to report for in processing/sign-in wearing inspection ready Battle Dress Uniform.
Sunday- Teams will wear Battle Dress Uniform
LODGING INFORMATION AND MEALS:
Housing will be provided, bring sleeping gear/bags. Teams will have the option of staying Sunday night and leaving in the morning.
Saturday - Dinner
will be available for a small fee ($5-7) at the base dining facility (not included in fee).
Sunday - Breakfast will be available for a small fee
($5-7)
at the base dining facility (not included in fee). Lunch be available for a small fee
($5-7)
at the base dining facility (not included in fee). Dinner will be provided with the combat dining in (included in fee). Sunday - Breakfast will be available for a small fee
($5-7)
at the base dining facility (not included in fee).
TRANSPORTATION:
Transportation to and from such activity is not the responsibility of CAP and is provided “as available”. Privately owned vehicles travel to or from such activity is performed strictly at the member’s own risk (reference CAPR 77-1, para 6c and CAPR 52-16, para 8-10) and is not under CAP direction and control. Transportation during the activity may be provided if requested 1-week in advance pending availability.
CONDUCT:
While at the activity, personnel will be expected to maintain a professional level of conduct becoming of Civil Air Patrol members. The Cadet Honor Code will be strictly enforced, and cadets posing disciplinary problems may be sent home, if directed by the Project Officer.
INQUIRIES:
Forward all questions or comments to flwgultimatecadetchallenge@gmail.com
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