Ultimate Cadet Challenge

Cadet Project Officer: C/Lt Col Tiffany Jakowczuk
Camp Blanding, Starke FL
08 - 09 OCTOBER 2011

PUBLICATIONS	FORMS
Operations Order CAPR 52-16, Cadet Programs Management	Team Registration Form FLWG Form 500 CAP Form 60, Emergency Notification

MISSION:
The Florida Wing, with the support of the Cadet Advisory Council, will be hosting its second annual Ultimate Cadet Challenge at Camp Blanding near Starke, FL, on 08-09 OCT 2011.

PURPOSE:
The challenge is designed to test cadets in all areas of Civil Air Patrol’s missions. Teams of four cadets compete for the title of ‘Ultimate Cadet’ against others in the wing. Events include Emergency Services activities, obstacle courses, written examination, uniform inspection, drill evaluation, and leadership reaction courses. The event closes with a Combat dining-in.

EXECUTION:
Staff members will arrive no later than 1400hrs on 08 OCT 11, for training and instruction. Participants are to arrive no earlier than 1500hrs and no later than 1700hrs on 08 OCT 11. There will be a MANDATORY safety briefing at 1800hrs on 08 OCT 11. All training will conclude at 1800hrs on 09 OCT 11. No early arrivals or dismissals are permitted without the Project Officer’s permission.

PARTICIPANT/TEAM APPLICATIONS & DEADLINES:
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. Each participant must provide the following.

1. A FLWG Form 500, completed and SIGNED, to be brought to the activity.
2. Completed CAPF 60 to be brought to the activity and kept on person at all times.
3. $45.00 per participant ($225.00 per team - 4 cadets + 1 escort). Please mail along with your team roster. Make checks payable to Florida Wing Civil Air Patrol (note team on check).
Activity Fee Includes: Lodging, T-Shirt, Trophies, and meals (with Combat dining-in meal)

Mail to:
Attn: Ultimate Cadet Challenge
14331 SW 100 Lane
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 25 SEP 11.

STAFF APPLICATIONS:
Staff members (Cadet and Senior) will be needed to support the competition as time keepers, recorders, event marshals, photographers, etc.

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 18 SEP 11 to flwgultimatecadetchallenge@gmail.com
2. All personnel selected as staff will bring a FLWG Form 500, completed and SIGNED, to the activity.
3. Completed CAPF 60 will be brought to the activity and kept on person at all times.
4. The fee for staff is $40.00. Please mail after receiving notification of your acceptance as activity staff. Make checks payable to Florida Wing Civil Air Patrol.
Activity Fee Includes: Lodging, T-Shirt, and meals (with Combat dining-in meal)

SPECTATOR PROCEDURE:
1. Teams may bring spectators, but they 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 22 SEP 11 in order to gain access to the event location.
3. Each spectator will have to pay a $10.00 fee (submit with team fee) if they wish to participate in the Combat dining-in.

TEAM RESPONSIBILITIES:
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 team's 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 - Battle Dress Uniform (sleeves up), inspection ready
Sunday - Battle Dress Uniform

LODGING INFORMATION AND MEALS:
Housing will be provided. Bring linens/sleeping bags. Beds will be provided.

Saturday - Dinner will provided (included in fee)
Sunday - Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner will be provided. (dinner will be served at the Combat dining-in).

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.