Buc Days Last Minute Instructions

This post is designed for last minute instruction and information on the Buck Days Parade in Corpus Christi, Texas.  There will be links to follow to the body of the other previously posted on this blog.

DETAILED INFORMATION on ALL THING RELATING TO SOUTH TEXAS CAP UNITS and BUC DAYS


Several Logistical items will need to be mitigated.  1) Transport of the CAP Van to the end of the parade route. 2) Cadet Activities during the potentially 4 hour wait.  3) Distribution of water and other items.  4) Preparation of procedures for carring (additional water, first aid) items in the parade.

FOR CORPUS CHRISTI COMP SQUADRON MEMBERS:

Those meeting in Corpus Christi, Texas should meet at the Corpus Christi Police Officer's Association at the Ruben B. Cisneros Hall, 3122 Leopard St., Corpus Christi, TX 78408. (This is across from Buc Stadium)  Any of the "Bucaraders" in white jumpsuits will have lists and can show you where to go.

Parade Registration is necessary and will be done by members of the Orange Grove contingent of the CC-CAP Squadron around 1400L hrs (2:00 pm).  At that time the Marshalling Area for the parade will be known.

FOR COASTAL BEND CADET SQUADRON MEMBERS:

Kingsville cadets are to meet at Memorial Middle School (CAP STATION KINGSVILLE...in the back) at 1415L hrs (2:15 pm) Saturday 30 April 2011 for a 1430L hrs (2:30 pm) departure for Corpus Christi.  The Parade will start PROMPTLY at 2000 L hrs (8:00 pm), we are required to be there at 1600 L hrs (4:00 pm). UNIFORM of the DAY WILL BE BDUs for CADET AIRMEN and NCOs and short sleeve blues for officers.  We may return somewhat late depending on positioning in the parade.

Attending Cadets and Available Slots for the trip (Returned Permission Slips indicated as highlighted)



1) C/1st Lt M. Spencer 
2) C/ SSgt S Jimenez
3) C/SrA J. Vela, Jr.
4) C/SrA M. Adame
5) C/SrA R. Alcantara
6) C/Amn K. Scudder
7) C/A1C A. Ziyad
8) C/Amn A. Canales
9) C/Amn S. Del Valle-
10) C/AB R. Gonzalez-
11) C/Amn Stillwagon
12) ***************
13) ***************

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BUC DAYS AGENDA (Proposed)

BUC DAYS INSTRUCTON                                                                                                                               30 APRIL 2011

The following is a run down of the activities prior to and while at the Marshalling Area during the Buc Day’s Parade in Corpus Christi, Texas.

1600L hrs- Cadets begin to arrive at the Location

1630L hrs- Assemble the Squadron for Inspection.  Conducted by C/1^st Lt Spencer under the supervision of Major Carrales and SM Ryder

1700L hrs- Activity

1730L hrs- Assemble to Squadron and assign positions in the formation.  Review Banner, Colors and Formation Responsibilities.

1800L hrs- Dinner Break

1830L hrs- Knots Class

1900L hrs- Drill Practice

1930L hrs- Last Minute Items and focus time

2000 L hrs- Parade

Jose E. Carrales, Maj, CAP                               
Commander 


DISTRIBUTION:
1 – DCC- CORPUS CHRISTI COMP SQD
1 – CADETS of CC-CAP and CB-CAP

                                                                                                               

Emergency Services: The 24 Hour Pack

Many cadets have inquired about what should be in a 24 hour pack.  I try to make mine a useful as possible and even carry it in my car.  It has saved me many times. The answer can be found in the ground team guides...

1) The 24 hour pack is what you carry while searching. As it's name infers, in case of an emergency, this equipment will help you survive in the wilderness for 24 hours. In addition, your 24 hour pack is part of your uniform -- when the public sees you on a mission, they will probably see you wearing your field gear. Because of this, your 24 hour pack must present a professional uniform appearance. Though packs do not need to be identical, it is advantageous for unit members to have similar 24-hour packs.


Some items are part of your CAP uniform.  Begin with the FIRST AID ITEMS, some are needed items for use at CAP missions.  Start small and build your 24 Hour pack.
On your person:a) Complete BDU uniform with camouflage BDU cap. The BDU cap may be replaced by a hard hat or bright colored cap based on mission needs.(T)
b) Notepad and pencil (T)
c) All CAP Identification, including 101 card, 76 card, First Aid card, etc. (T)
d) Watch (T)
e) Handkerchief or Tissues
f) Vest, reflective, orange (T)
g) Comb or brush (optional, carry if needed) (T)
h) Ground Team Member’s Handbook
i) Signal Mirror
j) Whistle
k) Pocket or utility-type knife, multipurpose with can opener. Swiss Army knives, Leatherman, or Gerber Tools are recommended. (T)

Day pack (preferably red or orange), webbed gear, or other SAR/Survival Vest (T)containing:

a) First Aid Kit, stored in zip-lock bag or other waterproof container, recommended that it consists of the following:

b) Survival Kit, stored in zip-lock bag or other waterproof container, consisting of:
(1) Duct tape, 5-10 feet (does not need to be a whole role. May be wrapped around a stick.
(2) Leaf bag, large
(3) 12 wooden, waterproofed matches (T)
(4) Match container, waterproof, with striking surface
(5) 1 Chemical Light Stick, Green (T)
(6) 50’ of nylon line (paracord or similar line).

c) SAR Equipment stored in zip-lock bags, consisting of:
(1) Change of socks (T)
(2) Flagging Tape, 1 roll
(3) Flashlight (with red or blue lens), with spare bulb and batteries
(4) Spare flashlight (penlight will do) (T)
(5) Insect repellent
(6) Lip balm, with sunscreen.
(7) Sunscreen lotion
(8) Tissue Paper (T)
(9) Work Gloves, leather (T)
(10) Interviewing Form(s), blank
(11) 4 Moist Towelettes, clean, in foil wrapper
(12 Change for phone calls, calling card, or cellular phone (T) to call mission base

d) 2 meals (T)

e) Shelter Material, preferably 8’ X 10’ (spare military poncho meets the need)

f) Coat for appropriate climate, if necessary (in pack if not wearing it)(T)

g) Poncho, (T)

h) Canteen(s) to carry 2 quarts of water (Some wings require their personnel to have at least one one-quart canteen on a belt while the other is stored in the field pack. At least one quart of water must be carried by all personnel)(T)

i) Compass Pouch, containing compass, lensatic or orienteering (orienteering preferred). Compass should have a “glow in the dark” dial.

j) Leader’s Equipment -- only required of Ground Team Leaders(1) Protractor -- for map work.(2) Map Case (Large Zip-Loc bags can be used if necessary)
(3) Pencil, with eraser (plus sharpener if not a mechanical pencil)
(4) Alcohol Pens, fine tip, at least 2 colors (neither the color of your colored flashlight lens)
(5) Some way to erase alcohol pens marks on the map case, such as alcohol swabs or a special alcohol pen eraser.
(6) A straightedge ruler, at least 6” long (Some protractors may have a ruler as well).
(7) Ground Team Leader Handbook


FIRST AID KIT (1) 2 Antiseptic cleansing pads
(2) Antiseptic ointment
(3) 6 Band-Aids, various sizes
(4) Moleskin, 2” X 4”
(5) Roller bandage
(6) 2 Safety pins, large
(7) 4 gauze pads
(8) 1 Triangular Bandage
(9) Tape, first aid
(10) Any personal medication (your team leader should know what you have and where you carry it.)(T)
(11) Rubber surgical gloves (two pair minimum)

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THE MINIMUM 24-PACK in QUESTION for USE LOCALLY will be as listed below:
And contents of the 24 hour pack include:
a. 24 hour pack
1) On your person:
a) Complete BDU uniform with camouflage BDU cap. The BDU cap may be replaced
by a hard hat or bright colored cap based on mission needs.(T)
b) Notepad and pencil (T)
c) All CAP Identification, including 101 card, 76 card, First Aid card, etc. (T)
d) Watch (T)
e) Handkerchief or Tissues
f) Vest, reflective, orange (T)
g) Comb or brush (optional, carry if needed) (T)
h) Ground Team Member’s Handbook
i) Signal Mirror
j) Whistle
k) Pocket or utility-type knife, multipurpose with can opener. Swiss Army knives, Leatherman, or Gerber Tools are recommended. (T)

Meeting Agenda for Coastal Bend Cadet Flight- 28 April 2011

"Often times, I endure ridicule by some fellow CAP Officers (respectfully in line with our core values...of course) for pointing out that there are things in CAP that can 'kill a person' if they do not pay attention.  It sounds harsh, I admit that...but safety starts with each of us having situational awareness...that most serious understanding of those issues around us that can harm.  We must be aware of the possibility of getting hurt...or worse.  I care deeply about all CAP member's being present, safe and uninjured.  That is why I point that out." -Maj. Joe Ely Carrales, CAP


1605L Hrs: Opening Ceremonies

Safety: Be aware of 1) hydration issues, 2) the wind...those on the tower will need to insure that the tower and/or tarp does not fall on CAP personnel and 3) that all Hazards are identified and mitigated.  A Hazard is something that can potentially hurt you. To Mitigate means that you do something about an issue.

Promotions/Awards: C/Amn J. Stillwagon awarded CAC ribbon, C/AB D. Salazar to C/Amn, C/AB Gonzalez to C/Amn (promoted prior to be done in ceremony)  Welcoming C/AB David Lee Garza to the Coastal Bend Cadet Squadron and to ALPHA FLIGHT

UPDATED FLIGHT ASSIGNMENTS

Public Affairs: THE TEXAS WING WEBSITE and LINKS(if time allows)

Upcoming Events:

1) BUC DAYS ILLUMINATED NIGHT PARADE- 30 April 2011  Info on this will be placed here at the Blog in upcoming days.

2) ES Training must start and be completed by the end of May.  This means 1) GES training for all cadets, 2) FEMA training (you must know your address and Social Security Number) and 3) 24 Hour Packs must be put together before the first CAMP OUT.

3) O-Flights for Cadets Vela and Del Valle on Monday 1 May 2011.  Meet at MMS at 1600L hrs.

4) KEEP in mind the Camp Out and Airport Fly-in at Bishop Municipal Airport on 4 June 2011. (Still in Planning Stages, this will be a limited activity for selected cadets as training...a second such activity will expand the scope to others)  Planning will begin next Tuesday.

1630L Hrs: PROMOTIONS:  DRILL and COLOR GUARD PARADE PRACTICE

1700L hrs: BREAK OUT SESSIONS for Missions

Mission: Build a CAP Base with 30 plus foot antenna and tarp with table.  Strike the camp, when finished, and leave no trace.

Alpha Flight: Objectives: Assemble the TARP with table underneath it.  (recommendation: Flight Commander makes a plan and Flight 1st Sgt implements it.  (remember Supervision techniques: Direct, Inspect and Evaluate) (20 pts toward flight of the week- 10 for tarp/table, 10 for packing it back in a organized fashion)

Bravo Flight:  Construct a 32 ft tower with guy wires.  Tower is to be used as a future CAP antenna.  (20 pts toward flight of the week- 10 for completing tower, 10 for packing it away)
1745L hrs: All materials packed away and DISMISS.


FLIGHT OF THE MONTH for APRIL 2011:
BRAVO FLIGHT

DISMISS

BUC DAYS PARADE TRAVEL ORDERS/INFORMATION SHEET

TRAVEL ORDERS/INFORMATION SHEET                                                                           27 APRIL 2011

Cadets from the COASTAL BEND CADET SQUADRON will travel to CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS on 30 APRIL 2011 to march in the 2011 BUC DAYS PARADE.  CADETS will travel in the squadron van limiting the number to some 13 cadets and equipment.  Your child ______________________________________ has been chosen to attend this practices.

ALL CADETS MUST BE IN FULL UNIFORM FOR PARADE.  THE UNIFORM OF THE DAY WILL BE BATTLE DRESS UTILITY UNIFORMS (BDU) CADETS CADET and SENIOR MEMBER OFFICERS will wear short sleeve blues (BDUs will be allowed if blues are unavailable.)

CADETS will be in good behavior for said activity, any violation of their CORE VALUES may result in a demotion or even expulsion from the program.  I DO NOT ANTICIPATE any such activity and look forward to a fun activity.

Cadets are asked to bring money for a meal. We will also stop at a gas station to fuel up…I recommend that CADETS refrain from or seriously consider not buying snacks there for it is my opinion that that is a waste of money.

Kingsville cadets are to meet at Memorial Middle School (CAP STATION KINGSVILLE...in the back) at 1415L hrs (2:15 pm) Saturday 30 April 2011 for a 1430L hrs (2:30 pm) departure for Corpus Christi.  The Parade will start PROMPTLY at 2000 L hrs (8:00 pm), we are required to be there at 1600 L hrs (4:00 pm). UNIFORM of the DAY WILL BE BDUs for CADET AIRMEN and NCOs and short sleeve blues for officers.  We may return somewhat late depending on positioning in the parade.

CADETS may bring their cell phones, but no texting will be allowed during the activity.  CADETs will be encouraged to contact you as we leave town for home.

More information is available on line at…

http://corpuschristicap.blogspot.com/2011/04/buc-days-illuminated-night-parade.html

MAJ. J. E. CARRALES, CAP

//SIGNED//

JOE E. CARRALES, MAJ, CAP                                                       DISTRIBUTION:

Commander                                        

PLEASE DETACH THIS BOTTOM SECTION WITH AN AFFIXED SIGNATURE TO INSURE YOU CHILD HAD PERMISSION TO ATTEND THE EVENT.

I know that my child _______________________________________, is attending and had permission to attend the 2011 BUC DAYS PARADE.

                                                                                                ________________________________________________

                                                                                                Signed by parent or guardian           
_____________________________________________________________________

Coastal Bend Cadet Squadron Again Travels to Corpus Christi

Corpus Christi, Texas- In an effort to promote Group unity between the Squadrons of Southern Group V, Major J.E. Carrales, transported a number of cadets to Corpus Christi, Texas to conduct a joint meeting of the Coprus Christi Comp Squadron and thw Coastal Bend Cadet Squadron.

"In the Summer," began Major Carrales, "we will also make some treks down South to Brownsville and reconnect with our CAP brother and sister airmen there."

Major Carrales indicated that the idea fo begin CAP operations in Kingsville was originally discussed at CAP STATION BROWNSVILLE at Brownsville International Airport.

"Then Major Sean Crandall approached me and asked why I had not begun recruiting cadets in Kingsville," continued Major Carrales, "I had tried to make a unit there in 1998, but lacked knowledge and skills in all things CAP.  That initial effort failed...but we began small."

In 2007 Major Carrales explored forming a unit at Memorial Middle School in Kingsville, Texas.  That became the Brahma Cadet Flight which worked as an instrumentality of the Corpus Christi Comp Squadron, which Major Carrales at the time commanded.

That unit grew into its own and in time there was sufficient interest in founding a new unit there.  Thus was born the Coastal Bend Cadet Squadron.

"We trace our heritiage back to Corpus Christi," added Major Carrales, "thus we will always be linked and...with all do effort...we will continue to strengthen that link."

Capt Nelson Guadalupe talks with C/1st Lt Spencer and C/SMSgt Barnes on a finer point of Drill and Ceremonies

The Combined force of two squadrons practicing for Buc Days

Cadets from the Coastal Bend Cadet Squadron have dinner and relax prior to the meeting at CAP Station Kingsville.

The Cadets arrived early at CAP Station Corpus Christi and soon were practiting advanced elements of drill for use in the Buc Day's Parade.  There were also some promotions, those stories will be covered by CC-CAP Public Affairs personnell.

Coastal Bend Cadets to Attend Corpus Christi Comp Meeting

Kingsville, Texas- Cadets from the Coastal Bend Cadet Squadron will travel to CAP STATION CORPUS CHRISTI for the final practice before the Buc Days Parade.  Last minute details will be discussed and logistics will be planned.

INITIAL BUC DAY'S LIST- also Corpus Meeting list. (Hilighting indicates permission ship of parents notified)

Cadets:
1) C/1st Lt M. Spencer
2) C/ SSgt S Jimenez
3) C/SrA J. Vela, Jr.
4) *************** (C/SrA Cardec on Corpus Trip Only)
5) C/SrA R. Alcantara
6) C/Amn K. Scudder
7) C/A1C A. Ziyad
8) C/Amn A. Canales
9) C/Amn S. Del Valle-
10) C/AB R. Gonzalez-
11) ***************
12) ***************
13) ***************

Major J. E. Carrales, CAP: Driver

The rear seat has been installed allowing for a greater number of cadets for both activities.

The TRAVEL ORDER/SAFETY PAPERS/PERMISSION SLIP for COASTAL BEND CADET SQUADRON MEMBERS WILL BE AVAILABLE on 27 April 2011 in Major Carrales' classroom.

26 April 2011- Coastal Bend Cadet Squadron to Corpus Christi Information

PERMISSION SLIP/INFORMATION SHEET                                                                          22 APRIL 2011

Cadets from the COASTAL BEND CADET SQUADRON will travel to CORPUS CHRISTI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT on 26 APRIL 2011 to attend a meeting of the CORPUS CHRISTI COMPOSITE SQUADRON.  This will be the last practice for the BUC DAYS PARADE which will be held on 30 APRIL 2011 in CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS.   CADETS will travel in the squadron van limiting the number to some 10 cadets and equipment.  Your child __________________________________________ has been selected to attend this practice.

ALL CADETS MUST BE IN FULL UNIFORM FOR THAT DAY.  THE UNIFORM OF THE DAY WILL BE BATTLE DRESS UTILITY UNIFORMS (BDU) CADETS that do NOT have BDUs may wear blues.  CADETS should wear them to school to facilitate easy transportation.

CADETS will be in good behavior for said activity, any violation of their CORE VALUES may result in a demotion or even expulsion from the program.  I DO NOT ANTICIPATE any such activity and look forward to a fun activity of fellowship with our sister squadron in Corpus Christi.

Cadets are asked to bring money for a meal at McDonald’s, in ROBSTOWN, TEXAS. we may also stop at a gas station to fuel up…I recommend that CADETS refrain from buying snacks there for it will be a waste of money.

WE intend to leave promptly at 1630L hrs (4:30 pm) pause to eat at McDonalds and arrive at CORPUS CHRISTI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT at 1800L hrs (6:00 pm)  The meeting will run there until 2030L hrs (8:30 pm), we expect to be back in Kingsville, Texas at 2150L hrs (9:30 pm)  Please allow time for cadets to be dropped off at home.

CADETS may bring their cell phones, but no texting will be allowed during the meetings.  CADETs will be encouraged to contact you as we leave town for home.

MAJ. J. E. CARRALES, CAP

//SIGNED//

JOE E. CARRALES, MAJ, CAP                                                       DISTRIBUTION:

Commander                                                                                        

Bravo Flight Cadets Construct 22 ft Tower

Kingsville, Texas- At the 21 April 2011 meeting of the Coastal Bend Cadet Squadron several cadets, led by Bravo Flight Cadets, consturcted a 22 foot tower out of PVC pipes and poly-chord rope.  The structure is designed to be a COMMUNICATIONS asset designed "in house" to supplement CAP Communications in this part of South Texas' coastal bend.

"This tower," began Major Carrales, "is an example of what people can do with local supplies and mimimal cost.  It will eventually stand 32 ft high, is made of PVC pipes and necessary connections and is stablized by 'guy lines' steaked to the ground nearby."

Cadets had only minor difficulty adjusting the tower by used these as learning experiences that will make training them on other CAP MASTS and ANTENNAS used by CAP.

21 April 2011 Meeting Agenda

1605L Hrs: Opening Ceremonies

Safety: Total review of Tree Line and Hydration issues.
DISCUSS NEW FLIGHT ASSIGNMENTS as per the BLOG

Promotions: C/Amn A. Ziyad to her rank (promoted prior to be done in ceremony)

Upcoming Events:

1) Next Tuesday's Trip to Corpus Christi.  10 cadets (van safe limit) will be chosen to attend.  This is the final joint practice exercise between the COASTAL BEND CADET SQD and the CORPUS CHRISTI COMP SQD before BUC DAYS.  Major Carrales will get the van on Monday and position it for the activities of WEEK IV.

INITIAL BUC DAY'S LIST- also Corpus Meeting list

Cadets:
1) C/1st Lt M. Spencer
2) C/ SSgt S Jimenez
3) C/SrA J. Vela, Jr.
4) C/SrA J. Cardec
5) C/SrA R. Alcantara
6) C/Amn K. Scudder
7) C/Amn A. Ziyad
8) C/Amn A. Canales
9) C/Amn S. Del Valle-
10) C/AB R. Gonzalez-

Major J. E. Carrales, CAP: Driver

Notes: Any cadet whose parents/guardians can take them are encouraged to meet the unit at the event to save a seat for another cadet in the van who cannot attend because of lack of transportation.  Cadets not able to attend due to conflicts should report this early to Major Carrales to insure their place is given to another cadet who can attend.

2) BUC DAYS ILLUMINATED NIGHT PARADE- 30 April 2011  EXAMINE DETAILS of activity from blog.

3) DISCUSS  Camp Out and Airport Fly-in at Bishop Municipal Airport on 4 June 2011. (Still in Planning Stages, this will be a limited activity for selected cadets as training...a second such activity will expand the scope to others.  Cadets will be selected to attend as training for future exercises,)

1630L Hrs:  FIELD ACTIVITY DEPLOYMENT BREAK OUT SESSIONS

1 Detail of at least 4 cadets will be needed to erect a 20 ft tower and a second detail of at least 4 cadets to erect a tarp near the tower.

TAKE DOWN and PACK NEW EQUIPMENT

DISMISS

Buc Days Illuminated Night Parade INFOMRATION POST

Buc Days Illuminated Night Parade- Cadets and interested Senior Members will represent their respective squadron by marching in this parade. It is an important one that the CIVIL AIR PATROL has not participated in since 2005.  This will be a joint project between the COASTAL BEND CADET SQUADRON and the CORPUS CHRISTI COMP SQUADRON.

It will be necessary to have the SQUADRON VAN Positioned for KINGSVILLE the week of this activity.  This will be done the Monday prior to facilitate the last practice for the Parade in Corpus Christi, Texas at CC-CAP Headquarters.

ALMANAC INFORMATION:
Time and Date: Saturday 30 April 2011
Location: Corpus Christi, Texas
UOD: Short Sleeve Service Dress (if available), if not FULL BDUS
Vehicle Status: VAN RESERVED on CAPERS for Transport of Cadets from Kingsville, Texas to Corpus Christi, Texas.

25 Dollar fee paid 31 March 2011.
Buc Days Illuminated Night Parade Acceptance Notification arrives: 19 April 2011

DETAILS:
Kingsville cadets are to meet at Memorial Middle School (CAP STATION KINGSVILLE...in the back) at 1415L hrs (2:15 pm) Saturday 30 April 2011 for a 1430L hrs (2:30 pm) departure for Corpus Christi.  UNIFORM of the DAY WILL BE BDUs for CADET AIRMEN and NCOs and short sleeve blues for officers.

From the Acceptance Notification letter:
1) The Parade will start PROMPTLY at 8:00 pm, Saturday, April 30, 2011.

2) The Parade will begin on Leopard Streetjust outside of Buccaneer Stadium and will proceed East on Leopard Street, then South on Shoreline Blvd and end at Park St Breakup follows with Band Units turning right on Park St. Floats and Miscellaneous Units will proceed on down South Shoreline turning right on Furman St.Breakup follows with Band Units turning right on Park St. Floats and Miscellaneous Units will proceed on down South Shoreline turning right on Furman St.

3) Parade registration is necessary on the day of the parade. Registration will take place from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm on April 30th at parade headquarters located in the Corpus Christi Police Officers Association (POA) Building located at 3122 Leopard, across from Buc Stadium.

4) You will be assigned your parade line-up position and given other information at time of registration on April 30th. Vehicle drivers in the parade must present a valid driver’s license and insurance at time of registration.

5) All parade units must be in position in the staging area no later than 4:00 pm, April 30th.

20 April 2011: FLIGHT ASSIGNMENTS

PERSONNEL AUTHORIZATION                                                                                               20 APRIL 2011

The following document serves to outline the cadet command structure of the Coastal Bend Cadet Squadron.  This will take effect on 22 April 2011.  

ALPHA FLIGHT- “Bravo for Alpha”

C/1^st Lt Matthew Spencer- Flight Commander

C/SrA M. Adame- ACTING Flight Sergeant

C/SrA J. Cardec- Element Leader

C/SrA J. Vela, Jr.- Assistant Element Leader

C/Amn S. Del Valle- Element Member

C/Amn J. Stillwagon- Element Member

C/Amn A. R. Delapaz- Element Member

ALHPA FLIGHT: Attached Inactive Members

C/Amn B. Smith- Element Member (attached)
C/A1C J. Quintanilla- Element Member (attached)

BRAVO FLIGHT- “Bravery at its Finest”

C/2d Lt Estrellita Silguero- Flight Commander

C/SSgt S.Jimenez- Flight Sergeant

C/SrA Robert Alcantara- Element Leader  

C/Amn K. Scudder- Assistant Element Member
C/Amn A. Canales- Element Member

C/Amn A. Ziyad- Element Member

C/AB R. Gonzalez- Element Member

C/AB D. Salazar- Element Member

BRAVO FLIGHT: Attached Inactive Members

 

AMENDMENT 28 April 2011:
C/AB D. L. Garza- Attached to Alpha Flight
Cadet Candidate M. Cardec attached to Bravo

April 2011- Historical Notes

APRIL 2011

The overall Goals for April 2011 were well addressed.  Marching generally improved and that was displayed in  Buc Day's Parade: Passive Security detail was only mildly addressed, that will be a greater concern for May 2011 in that it is BEACH to BAY where that skill will be needed.

The skill of setting up Tarps was proven during WEEK IV with Alpha Flight's successful placing of the gray tarp.  Tents will also be focued on in MAY 2011.  Issues came to light with the tower, those have beend addressed and the tower will be set up under the guidance of Cadet Del Valle in May.*  Corpus Christi Hooks Game on 17 April 2011 was the largest exposure to the Community this year.

The Squadron van was transferred in support of Buc Days on 25 April 2011 and the Coastal Bend Cadet Squadron made its way to Corpus Christi to practice for the parade.

Several Prizes were give out in Week IV.

KNOCKOUT WINNERS:
1st Round: C/Amn S. Del Valle (prize: water bottle)- BRAVO FLIGHT
2nd Round: C/SrA J. Cardec (prize: field knife)- BRAVO FLIGHT

3rd Round: C/Amn A. Canalez (prize: field knife)- BRAVO FLIGHT
OVERALL WINNER: C/Amn S. Del Valle (prize: Green Pistol Belt)

19 April 2011 Meeting Agenda

"When we win...we win togehter, when we don't we we share the bitter taste of the loss.  Let us always remember that we work togehter." -Maj. Joe Ely Carrales, CAP


1605L Hrs: Opening Ceremonies

Safety: HYDRATION ISSUES at CAP ACTIVITIES.

Promotions: C/Amn A. Ziyad to her rank (promoted prior to be done in ceremony)
Public Affairs: Look over CAP activity in Local Newspapers (if time allows)

Upcoming Events:

1) BUC DAYS ILLUMINATED NIGHT PARADE- 30 April 2011  Info on this will be placed here at the Blog in upcoming days.

2) Possible Camp Out and Airport Fly-in at Bishop Municipal Airport on 4 June 2011. (Still in Planning Stages, this will be a limited activity for selected cadets as training...a second such activity will expand the scope to others)

1630L Hrs: DRILL and COLOR GUARD PARADE PRACTICE

1700L hrs: Knockout

1730L hrs: Knot Challenge


DISMISS

CAP Cadets from Memorial Present Colors at Hooks Game

by Major Joe Ely Carrlaes, CAP

Corpus Christi, Texas- Cadets from the Coastal Bend Cadet Squadron presented the Colors at the 17 April 2011 outing of the Corpus Christi Hooks baseball club at What-A-Burger Field in Corpus Christi, Texas.  The opportunity to present the Colors during opening weekend came to the unit via the good graces of Mr. Steve Richards, Director of Ballpark Entertainment, who coordinated with the Coastal Bend Cadet Squadron staff to make the opportunity a reality.

All four cadets who participated attend Kingsville's Memorial Middle School (MMS).  In attendance for the occasion representing the Unit's cadets and MMS were C/SSgt Savahanna Jimenez, C/SrA Juan Vela,J C/SrA Juan Cardec and C/Amn Jon Stillwagon.

The cadets practiced all week in preparation for the activity.  Kudos to C/SSgt S. Jimenez, CAP who really displayed her leadership abilities in making this happen.

The next high profile activity to present the colors will be the Beach-to-Bay Relay Marathon.  A colors element may be formed for the Buc Day Parade, however, that activity will be a sustained march instead of presentation of the colors.

It is hoped that those colors elements will be joint ones between the Coastal Bend Cadet Squadron and Corpus Christi Comp Squadron. 

With the focus of the Unit being directed to the Buc Days Tuesdays will become heavy on marching and games of knockout. 

"It will be very important to polish up all our drill and ceremonies." said Major Carrales, "of Coastal Bend Cadets, I can take only 10 safely in the van.  There will have to be a selection process.  I am also encouraging parents to help by attending the parade, if possible, and driving them to the activity."

April 12th 2011 Meeting and Promotions

Promotions

Congratulations are in order for Cadets Phelps and Ortiz as they passed their required tests to be promoted to:

Cadet Airmen Phelps --> Cadet Airmen 1st Class Phelps

Cadet Airmen First Class Ortiz --> Cadet Senior Airmen Ortiz

Promotions are a time to acknowledge achievement but also increased responsibility. I am extremely proud of the cadets for going up in rank and look forward to more promotions before I leave the second week of May back to Dyess AFB.

Prospective New Cadets:

The Corpus Christi Squadron had a bunch of surprise potential recruits this past Tuesday. Two cadets were 11 years, one will turn 12 in May and another in August. They are extremely dedicated to becoming cadets and want to continue to come to meetings to learn all they can about the cadet program.

The cadets showed their leadership skills by introducing the cadets to drill and ceremony, and after Captain Guadalupe played a game of KnockOut with the cadets and prospective cadets. They did excellent, the cadets taught them well.

Afterwards the cadets and prospective cadets all discussed the importance and meaning of leadership. It was a very eye opening and heart felt discussion by all cadets and senior members. After this discussion (which lasted for over an hour), Cadet Lidy was presented with his surprise for winning the KnockOut competitions during the air show. Captain Guadalupe presented Cadet Lidy with a Flan de Queso (which takes a very long time to make). This desert is a Puerto Rican delicacy and is not made often. He elected to share with everyone present and it was a great time!!

Pictures to come!!

April Activities coming to Fruition

Kingsville, Texas-  The Coastal Bend Cadet Squadron continued its preparations for its April activities with color guard practices and work on its Field Activity Deployment drills.   Members of the Alpha and Bravo Fights were very busy this week improving communications equipment and UDF skills.

CONGRATS to BRAVO FLIGHT: APRIL WEEK II FLIGHT OF THE WEEK

Colors Element- C/SSgt Savahanna Jimenez has done an excellent job in preparing the squadron color guard for the activity at What-a-burger Field in Corpus Christi, Texas.  This will be one of the highest profile events any Coastal Bend Squadron has presented the colors for in the history of both units.

The Color Guard has been honing its skills and will represent CAP to the Corpus Christi Hooks baseball organization.  This will in itself be a practice for the Beach-to-bay Activity where a joint Coastal Bend Cadet/Corpus Christi Composite Squadron color guard will present the colors at that activity.

COMM TOWER- A 30 ft COMM tower will be designed by the Bravo Flight.  The First 10ft have been designed and set up using rope and 2 in PVC pipe.  The second 10 ft will be erected next week.  It is hoped that a CAP radio can be allocated to test the integrity of the tower once it is totally set up.

The towers, including the 12.5 foot flag mast uses as a training device, are to be painted green and stored as a kit for use at SARex activities.

"We will design and place several of these kits across our part of GROUP V," said Major Carrales, " maybe we can have a mobile system that can better service CAP via communications.  We will try to set up a Ground Sortie at a future SARex to set up these antennas.

COASTAL BEND CADET SQD MEETING AGENDA 14 April 2011

"Each cadet should be in the business of making memories they will enjoy years from now, that they will remember their commanders and brother and sister CAP airmen.  REMEMBER...as with all activities...If you are not having fun; you aren't doing it right."                                                      -Maj. Joe Ely Carrales, CAP

1605L Hrs: Opening Ceremonies

Safety: Refresher course on the importance of Safety in the treeline.

Promotions: None this occasion

Public Affairs: Look over CAP activity in Local Newspapers (if time allows)

Upcoming Events:
1)  CORPUS CHRISTI HOOKS GAME COLOR GUARD- 17 April 2011.  Practices taking place

2) Possible Camp Out and Airport Fly-in at Bishop Municipal Airport on 4 June 2011. (Still in Planning Stages, this will be a limited activity for selected cadets as training...a second such activity will expand the scope to others)

3) BUC DAYS ILLUMINATED NIGHT PARADE- 30 April 2011.

1630L Hrs: BREAK OUT SESSIONS

ALPHA FLIGHT-Conduct ELT SEARCH with proper forms and ORM considerations.

BRAVO FLIGHT- Set up 1st Stage of 30 ft Tower, possible radio work

1700L Hrs: DRILL and COLOR GUARD PRACTICE

Drill and Ceremonies Practice work for BUC DAYS- Color Guard Practice for HOOKS

1715L hrs KNOCKOUT

DISMISS

Coastal Bend Cadet Squadron's Flights take next step in Training

Major Carrales inspects the tower.

Kingsville, Texas- Alpha and Bravo Flight of the Coastal Bend Cadet Squadron are deep into training.  Each has an ES focus.  Alpha Flight is going to focus on field Emergency Services including UDF and other Field Activity Deployment activities.  Bravo Flight began its Communications focus with an Introduction to Communications with a protracted presentation and application of BASIC COMMUNICATIONS USER TRAINING, or BCUT."

Bravo Flight will have an extra goal for April, to erect a 30 ft. communication tower build "in house."   It is hoped that this tower can be used in CAP ES work at an upcoming SAREX!!!  On 11 April 2011 Bravo was able to erect practice tower to be used as a future flag pole for CAP base camp.

NAS Air Show!!

April 9&10, 2011

Corpus Christi Composite Squadron Attends NAS Air Show

It is the 100 year anaversary for Naval Air Power! The Air Show this year was met with a big response by the people of Corpus Christi coming out to show their support of the different military branches and of course, the blue angels.

The Copus Christi Composite squadron had their own tent display for both days along with their Air Plane, for recruitment purposes as well as to explain the role of the Civil Air Patrol to all who inquired. There were many air planes on the flight line. The customs and boarder patrol allowed the cadets to tour their Communications Air Plane (only ones allowed) which started off the air show with a great treat. The cadets toured the flight line looking at the many planes that were shown at the air show.

Below: Blue and White F-18 SuperHornet; Blue Angels F-18 Hornet; Grey F18 SuperHornet; Blue Corsair (WWII Carrier Fighter);

The cadets were able to show the airplane to many potential cadets and their families. They played Drill Down with NavyJROTC cadets and potential future smaller cadets (ages ranged from 7-10). LTC Barfoot had the opportunity on Saturday to be interviewed by Texas News Channel 3, Captain Guadalupe was interviewed on Sunday and to top things off, the cadets had the opportunity to talk to two 2nd LT student pilots who graduated from the Air Force Academy. They answered many of the cadets questions, it was a great time.

Below: Cadet Barnes shows the cadets around the airplane; The 2LT's answer the cadets questions; LTC Barfoot is interviewed by channel 3 News

And of course the Blue Angels performed on Sunday April 10th, 2011. The show was a great spectacular and it was refreshing to see them as Saturday's performance was canceled due to wind and low cloud coverage.

All in all a great Air Show and a very good showing for the Civil Air Patrol.

Below: The Blue Angels before take off; The Blue Angels in their Diamond Formation; Blue Angels 5 and 6 above Texas A&M University; Blue Angels 1-4 flying towards the air base.

Corpus Christi Camp Swift/Camp Out

April 2, 2011

The Corpus Christi cadets traveled to Camp Swift April 1,2011 to help the National Guard with some tasks in order to recieve a scholarship for one of their cadets to this summer's encampment. Those who participated were:

1) C/MSGT Barnes

2) C/TSGT Lidy

3) C/SrA Clake

4) C/A1C Ryder

5) SM Ryder

6) CAPT Guadalupe

It was a great time, where the cadets interacted with other Texas Wing cadets ranging from C/AB to the encampment cadet commander who holds the rank of C/LtCol. The tasks which were given to the cadets included:

1) Breakdown and reassemble barrack furniture from one building to another

2) Break down gun casings and ammo for the National Guard

3) Painting of gun range polls to increase safety for National Guard members.

After the tiring day of working hard for their money, the Corpus Christi cadets enjoyed a camp out at the squadron building playing Halo and Black Ops while growing together as a unit from this experience.

April 3, 2011

The cadets were woken up by the sounds of jets and propeller's starting up as the West Virginia Air National Guard landed at Corpus Christi Airport as part of a training exercise. The cadets were fortunate enough to be shown around by a Flight student from Kingsville NAS who's squadron was also conducting training flights. He showed the cadets around the training jet they use and they were able to see the Air Force C-130 take off, a trainer jet take off and two blackhawks take off in a very exciting morning.

The 1LT was so kind to show the cadets and senior members the trainer jet

Below are the C-130 and Trainer Jet taking off from Corpus Christi Airport

COASTAL BEND CADET SQD MEETING AGENDA 12 April 2011

 "When a Flight or Squadron decides to evaluate itself...to see their 'value' to the overall organization...they must look at how well they executed the missions presented.  It's all about getting the job done."                                                  -Maj. Joe Ely Carrales, CAP

1605L Hrs: Opening Ceremonies

Safety: Staying focused on the activity and being "PROACTIVE" about keeping from getting hurt.

Promotions: C/AB Sarah Del Valle to C/Amn with presentation of the Maj Gen. John F. Curry Award; C/A1C Juan M. Cardec to C/SrA and subsequent Mary Feik Award (to be done in formation, Cadet Cardec was to be promoted last week but that was table to this week for ceremonial effect)

Public Affairs: Look over CAP activity in Local Newspapers (if time allows)

Upcoming Events:
1)  CORPUS CHRISTI HOOKS GAME COLOR GUARD- 17 April 2011.  Practice needs to take place all this week.

2) Possible Camp Out and Airport Fly-in at Bishop Municipal Airport on 4 June 2011. (Still in Planning Stages, this will be a limited activity for selected cadets as training...a second such activity will expand the scope to others)


3) BUC DAYS ILLUMINATED NIGHT PARADE- 30 April 2011.

1630L Hrs: BREAK OUT SESSIONS

ALPHA FLIGHT- 15-20 min. Presentation by C/1st Lt Spencer (GES TRAINING) in the Computer Lab

BRAVO FLIGHT- 15-20 min. INTRODUCTION to CAP COMMUNICATIONS (START OF PROTRACTED B-CUT TRAINING) in Maj Carrales' Classroom.

1700L Hrs: DRILL and COLOR GUARD PRACTICE

Drill and Ceremonies Practice work for BUC DAYS- Color Guard Practice for HOOKS

1730L hrs KNOCKOUT

DISSMISS

Coastal Bend Cadet Squadron Selects Color Guard for Hooks Game

The COASTAL BEND CADET SQUADRON staff announces the selected cadets that will be tasked with presenting the colors at the CORPUS CHRISTI HOOKS baseball game on Sunday, 17 April 2011.

Commanding Officer:
Major Joe Ely Carrales, CAP

COLORS ELEMENT
C/SSgt S. Jimenez (US FLAG)
C/Amn J. Stillwagon (CAP or TEXAS FLAG)
C/SrA J. Cardec (US GUARD)
C/SrA J. Vela (CAP GUARD)

DETAILS POSTED HERE

Corpus Christi Comp Squadron makes Showing at Airshow

NAS CORPUS CHRISTI- Cadets and CAP Officers for the Corpus Christi Comp Squadron held a mini-CAP Open House on 9 and 10 April 2011 at the NAS Corpus Christi Airshow.  The airshow honored the Centennial of Naval Aviation.

The Airshow is always a popular attraction featuring the best of local and regional aviation as well as what the US military, particularly the US Navy, have to offer.  This year the US Navy demonstration team, The Blue Angles returned.



C/1st Lt Spencer poses with a REALLY LARGE FRIEND



HISTORICAL NOTES: WEEK II & III April 2011:

APRIL 2011

WEEK II

The 12 April meeting began with a short safety lecture/discussion on "Staying focused on the activity and being "PROACTIVE" about keeping from getting hurt."  This was done to increase awareness at our activities that are becoming more and more "field" driven.

Promotions for C/Amn Sarah Del Valle and C/SrA Juan M. Cardec were done in ceremony at the 12 April 2011 meeting.

Activities at Thursday meetings began to change to support a possible Camp Out and Airport Fly-in at Bishop Municipal Airport on 4 June 2011.
That said, ALPHA FLIGHT- was given a 15-20 min. Presentation by C/1st Lt Spencer (GES TRAINING) in the Computer Lab and BRAVO FLIGHT was given a15-20 min. INTRODUCTION to CAP COMMUNICATIONS (START OF PROTRACTED B-CUT TRAINING) by Maj Carrales' in the classroom.

DRILL and COLOR GUARD PRACTICE commenced afterward with a focus on presenting the colors at the Corpus Christi HOOKS game. Such practice was scheduled for all week coming to fruition on Friday, 13 April 2011.

The meeting of 14 April 2011: continued the "break out session theme of Tuesday's meetings with ALPHA FLIGHT conducting a mock ELT SEARCH and BRAVO setting up the first section of the tower.  The meeting finished with the first successful set up of a tarp.

WEEK III began on a Sunday, 17 April 2011 with a COLOR GUARD EVENT at the CORPUS CHRISTI HOOKS Baseball game in Corpus Christi, Texas.  Everyone enjoyed the game and had a good time serving to Honor the nation as well as the game.

 

FLIGHT OF THE WEEK for APRIL 2011 WEEK 1

ANNOUNCEMENT

It is my pleasure to announce that BRAVO FLIGHT is the Flight of the week for WEEK 1 of April 2011.  Their excellence was due mostly to two issue 1) Promotions and Advancements and 2) outstanding wear of the CAP uniform.

I am looking forward to next week's activities, as we get more training we can do more things.  A reminder...WEAR YOUR UNIFORM PROUDLY!!!

FLIGHT ROSTER
BRAVO FLIGHT- flight motto “Bravery at its Finest”


C/SSgt S. Jimenez, CAP- FLIGHT SGT

C/SrA J. Cardec- Element Leader

C/Amn A. Canales- Assistant Element Leader

C/A1C A. Ziyad- Element Member

C/AB D. Salazar- Element Member

C/AB R. Gonzalez- Element Member

C/AB S. Del Valle- Element Member



SEMPER VIGILANS,

Major Joe Ely Carrales, CAP

Coastal Bend Cadets practice Woodsmanship

Kingsville, Texas- As part of continued ES FIELD ACTIVITY DEPLOYMENT (FAD)  training, cadets from the Coastal Bend Cadet Squadron ventured into the woods to scout for suitable wood poles to use as future TARP and TENT poles or for other general use.

Using a "Sierra Saw" available from a certain discount store familiar to most South Texans, as well as most all AMERICANS, the units two flight were able to find some useable poles.

"We were able," said Major Carrales, "to acquire three.  Next week a small detail of cadets will find the fourth and we will try to set up a tarp...a small one for practice."

The unit will be using the normal plastic tarps, usually blue, for training and acquire some canvas ones for use on FAD assignments.

"The lack of shade is an issue in many places," continued Major Carrales, "having the ability to generate 'shade' anywhere at any time is a major plus for safety against the sun's rays and subsequent heat."

The three "poles" are of mesquite, slighty bowing...but usable, and are about 6 feet tall. 

Some cadets grew fond of the "tree line pickings."

"I want this one!" exclaimed C/Amn A.R. Delapaz while holding one like an over grown shilleagh.

The poles will be allowed to dry, sanded and protected with shellac or some other sealer.

Cadets give setting up a "pole" a try

COASTAL BEND CADET SQD MEETING AGENDA 7 April 2011

1605L Hrs: Opening Ceremonies

Safety: Using Safety in the Tree Line: Avoiding dangerous animals, insects and plants.

Promotions: C/A1C Juan M. Cardec to C/SrA and subsequent Mary Feik Award (to be done before KNOCKOUT)

Public Affairs: GO over Corpus Christi newsletter

Upcoming Events: Possible Camp Out and Airport Fly-in at Bishop Municipal Airport on 4 June 2011.

Drill and Ceremonies Practice- Color Guard Practice

Set up Base Camps and find possible wood poles for furutre use as tent poles from the tree line.

KNOCKOUT

1715L hrs DISSMISS

Corpus Christi Comp SQD & Coastal Bend Cadets meet Jointly

Corpus Christi International Airport- Cadets from the Coastal Bend Cadet Squadron traveled via CAP VAN from CAP-STATION KINGSVILLE to CAP STATION CORPUS CHRISTI on 5 April 2011to continue practicing for the BUC DAYS PARADE that will be held on 30 April 2011. 

The cadets departed immediately following the regular meeting of the Coastal Bend Cadet Squadron at 1755L hrs and arrived at Corpus Christi International Airport at 1817L hrs.

Major Carrales was the driver ferrying Cadets M. Spencer, E. Silguero, S. Jimenez, J. Vela, J Cardec, R. Gonzalez, and S. Del Valle. 

Upon arrival, the group listened to a presentation from one Mr. Rocha, of the U.S. Naval Academy, who gave a presentation on admittance procedures for the assembled cadets of both units.

Additionally, it was also a meeting night for the entire Composite Squadron and Senior Members retired to the upstairs area for the conduct of their mission.

Cadets then were able to parctice drill for familiarization purposes.

"The idea," said Major Carrales, "is to get them used to drilling together, examine and correct spacing issues and move as a coordinated unit."

Cadets also practiced with some Drill Rifles in preparation for color guard activities.

Capt Nelson Guadalupe drills the combined squadrons at CAP STATION CORPUS CHRISTI.

The ride home was punctuated by talk of the event and the unit dined at the McDonald's in Robstown, Texas.  Major Carrales dropped off the cadets at their homes and returned the van to Bishop, Texas to await its return upon the morrow.

Coastal Bend Cadet Squadron to Present Colors at the Corpus Christi Hooks Baseball Game 17 April 2011

CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS- The Coastal Bend Cadet Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol will present the colors during opening weekend for the CORPUS CHRISTI HOOKS baseball team on 17 April 2011.   This is for the start of the 2011 season.  The hooks will be playing the Northwest Arkansas Naturals.

Major J.E. Carrales confirmed the date with Mr. Steve Richards of the Corpus Christi Hooks on 4 April 2011.

The game itself will begin at 1405L hrs (2:05 pm) and the Hooks baseball club staff is requesting that the Cadets be at the field 1330L hrs (1:30 pm.)  Cadets will meet Major J. E. Carrales at MMS for a departure time of 1215L hrs (12:15 pm.)

Once there tickets will be provided and attained at the Guest Services office the Concourse of WHAT-A-BURGER FIELD.

The current plan is to March the Colors it out onto the field from the First Base side following the starting line up and some other pre-game actvities.  Once there, a young lady will sing the NATIONAL ANTHEM.  Once the NATIONAL ANTHEM is completed the Color Guard will march off the field.

Practice for this activity is to begin at once.

C/SSgt S. J. Jimenez will command the color guard and select its members on 5 April 2011.  Members will be posted here.

COASTAL BEND CADET SQD MEETING AGENDA 5 April 2011

16:05 Assemble Outside by CAP STATION KINGSVILLE Opening Ceremonies

Explain how a CHANGE of COMMAND CEREMONY works

PRESENT AWARDS in FORMATION

AWARD ROSTER

COLOR GUARD PRACTICE for Selected Team and Drill Practice for ALL OTHER SQUADRON MEMBERS

Cadets will participate in a game of Knockout for points toward Flight of the Week.

17:30 Those leaving for CAP STATION CORPUS CHRISTI will load up in the Squadron Van and depart.  Some cadets will be transferred to the MMS Band, click below to see who is going and who is attached to be MMS Band...

TRAVEL ORDERS

April 2011-Week I Historical Notes

Week I of April 2011 was the start of a very busy month for the Corpus Christi Composite Squadron as well as the Coastal Bend Cadet Squadron.  It began on a down note on 4 April 2011 O-Flights were CANCELED for a second time due to TO HIGH WIND. Cadets Vela and Delapaz were ordered to stand down and asked to pick new partners for another attempt at Monday/Wednesday O-Flights later in the month.  Instead, Lt Hoelscher and Major Carrales conducted a VAN TRANSFER for a trip to Corpus Christi International Airport the day following.

5 April 2011 was an eventual day hosting a PROMOTION and AWARDS CEREMONY and seeing final confirmation for the COLOR GUARD for HOOKS GAME on 17 April 2011.  The Coastal Bend Cadet Squadron traveled to attend the CORPUS CHRISTI COMP SQUADRON MEETING to PRACTICE for BUC DAYS.  The meeting went well.

Thursday, 7 April 2011: Saw the final selection of the COLOR GUARD PRACTICE for BUC DAYS.  Cadets collected wood for use in future tarp and tent posts (complete with Safety Lecture).

The week ended with SM Ryder of the Corpus Christi Comp Squadron and Major Carrales of the Coastal Bend Cadet Squadron attempting to drum up cadets for the NAS Corpus Christi Airshow.  Only cadet Spencer could attend.  The Corpus Christi Comp Squadron took the lead on the Air Show.

Flight of the Week for the Coastal Bend Cadet Squadron was Bravo Flight, under the command of C/SSgt S. Jimenez.

Coastal Bend Cadet Squadron to Travel en masse to CC-CAP

Cadets from the COASTAL BEND CADET FLIGHT will travel to CORPUS CHRISTI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT on 5 APRIL 2011 to attend a meeting of the CORPUS CHRISTI COMPOSITE SQUADRON. The main purpose is to practice for the BUC DAYS PARADE which will be held on 30 APRIL 2011 in CORPUS CHRISTI., TEXAS. CADETS will travel in the squadron van limiting the number to some 11 cadets and equipment.


ALL CADETS MUST BE IN FULL UNIFORM FOR THAT DAY. THE UNIFORM OF THE DAY WILL BE BATTLE DRESS UTILITY UNIFORMS (BDU) CADETS that do NOT have BDUs may wear blues. CADETS should wear them to school to facilitate easy transportation.

CADETS will be in good behavior for said activity, any violation of their CORE VALUES may result in a demotion or even expulsion from the program. I DO NOT ANTICIPATE any such activity and look forward to a fun activity of fellowship with our sister squadron in Corpus Christi.

Cadets are asked to bring money for a meal at McDonald’s, in ROBSTOWN, TEXAS. we will also stop at a gas station to fuel up…I recommend that CADETS refrain from buying snacks there for it will be a waste of money.

WE intend to leave promptly at 1730L hrs (5:30 pm) for an arrival at CORPUS CHRISTI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT at 1830L hrs (6:30 pm) The meeting will run there until 2030L hrs (8:30 pm), we will pick up food on the way home and expect to be back in Kingsville, Texas at 2150L hrs (9:50 pm) Please allow time for cadets to be dropped off at home.

CADETS may bring their cell phones, but no texting will be allowed during the meetings. CADETs will be encouraged to contact you as we leave town for home.

Members in Attendance...(Cadets in BLUE have returned INFORMATION SHEET/PERMISSION SLIP for TRIP)
C/SSgt S. Jimenez
C/SrA M. Adame
C/SrA Vela
C/SrA R. Alcantara-MMS BAND BAND PRACTICE
C/A1C J. Cardec
C/A1C A. Ziyad- CANNOT ATTEND DUE TO DENTAL APPOINTMENT
C/Amn A.R. Delapaz-MMS BAND BAND PRACTICE
C/Amn J. Stillwagon
C/AB R. Gonzalez
C/AB S. Del Valle
C/1st Lt Matthew Spencer may attend also
C/2d Lt Estrellita Silguero will also be making the trip.

10 Cadets....1 Driver Major Joe Ely Carrales, CAP