Sunday, February 26, 2017

Tuesday 28 Feb

Reminder.  This Tuesday we parade at 18.45, in sports kit

We will be going to the Emmanuel church to take part in the Pancake races

You will finish at SHQ at approx 21.30

DINING IN RETURNS MUST BE IN ON TUESDAY.  WE ARE GETTING CLOSE TO THE EVENT

Wednesday, February 08, 2017

ESSEX WING NATIONAL AIR CADET ADVENTURE TRAINING CENTRE (WINDERMERE) PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT AND ADVENTURE TRAINING COURSE 2017 


NOTE  As this is not a school holioday period, there is a letter available for Headteachers fully explaining the justification for allowing time off school 

 1. Introduction: OC’s are invited to nominate Cadets wishing to undertake the Essex Wing week at the National Air Cadet Adventure Training Centre Windermere (NACATC) during the week 13th – 20th May 2017 inclusive. 

2. Course Content: The programmed activities are likely to include Duke of Edinburgh expeditions at Bronze and Silver levels, abseiling, rock-climbing, canoeing, mountain cycling and other leadership development activities. The course aims to promote the development of personal skills, and promotes character building and teamwork. Travel is by coach and the fully inclusive cost of the course is £130.

 3. Eligibility: Cadets must be enrolled and physically fit to take a full and active part in the planned programme, which includes physically challenging elements. This course is historically very popular and therefore Squadron Commanders are encouraged to put forward cadets who have something specific to gain from the course, i.e. Cadets seeking either Bronze or Silver expeditions (Practice or Qualifying)

 4. Initial Bids: Required by Friday 24th February and by email to the Course Adjutant, CI Sophie Adams, via the following address, preferably by use of the attached excel spreadsheet. Formal offers of places will be confirmed by Friday 3rd March 2017. 


5. Payment Plan:
 a. Course Fee - £130

 b. A minimum Deposit of £50 is required once an offer of place is confirmed (Friday 3rd March) and no later than Thursday 31st March 2017.

 c. Full Balance is required no later than Friday 7th April 2017. d. Preferred method of payment is by BACS - cheques will be accepted.


6. Place Confirmation: The centre can only accommodate a maximum of 20 male and 10 female cadets.

 Places are available to all Squadrons within Essex Wing and are likely to be taken very quickly.

 Initial allocation of places will be confirmed by 3rd March. A reserve list will be in place to allow for any subsequent withdrawals. Applicants are to make themselves aware of the Essex Wing Standard Terms and Conditions which are attached and apply to this course.

 8. Please Note - Planning Day: All course attendees are required to attend a Planning Day on Saturday 8th April (1000-1800 Hours) at 276 (Chelmsford) Squadron HQ. Full details will follow but day will include Kit briefing and Route Planning for DofE 

Speak to Adj or Training Officer if you are intrested and your parents agree to you attending