83 Juno Beach, an exciting OVERNIGHT WEEKEND opportunity is coming on 25-27 April for a SOUTHERN ALBERTA AREA DIRECTED ACTIVITY- ELEMENTAL WEEKEND – SURVIVAIR. This is an opportunity for Air cadets to learn environmental skills while building esprit de corps with other squadrons outside of 83 Juno Beach. Cadets from various squadrons in Southern Alberta will come together to experience an exciting weekend.
As this is an area directed activity not run by us at the Squadron, many details are still TBD. Captain Krebs will share it with you as soon as we receive it. We apologize for the late notice.
Only 43 cadets will be permitted to attend. This form is to express your interest only and does not guarantee attendance.
✈️ DATES: 25-27 APRIL, OVERNIGHT WEEKEND
✈️ TIMES: TBD – Captain Krebs to inform
✈️ DRESS: FTUS
✈️ Kit (what to pack): TBD
✈️ Transportation: Bus (parent/guardian drop off and pick up details will be provided)
✈️ Meals: TBD will be provided
✈️ Location: Rocky Mountain Cadet Training CentreBighorn No. 8, AB T4C 1B8
More details to come! Fill out this form to express your interest
Sign up by Tues, April 1, 2025 by 2300hrs Form will close at that time.
https://forms.office.com/r/Rk8GhwNsWn
Upcoming Training Dates March-June 2025
83 Juno Beach, here is a recap of the upcoming Training activities for the remainder of the year.
✈️ Sat, March 29: Sports Day. Check Google Calendar for details.
✈️ Tues, April 1: CO’s Parade. Dress C1A
✈️ Sat, April 12: Drill Team Competition @ Mewata Armouries (Details TBD)
✈️ Tues, April 8: Fitness Assessment. Dress: Physical Training (PT) Gear
✈️ Fri, April 25-27: SurvivAir (Details TBD)
✈️ Sat, April 26: Range Day (Details TBD)
✈️ Sat, May 3-4: Virtual Music Level Testing
✈️ Tues, May 6: CO’s Parade. Dress: C1A
✈️ Sun, May 11: LDA Squadron Orienteering Day Activity (Details TBD)
✈️ Mon, May 19: Victoria Day NO TRAINING
✈️ Sat, June 7: Gliding Day (Details TBD)
✈️ Sat, June 14: ACR (Annual Ceremonial Review) LAST DAY OF CADETS
We will update you as details arise or if there are any changes.
Questions can be directed to 83air@cadets.gc.ca
Sat, March 29 Sports Day
83 Juno Beach! Important reminder for those cadets who signed up for the upcoming Sports Day on Saturday, March 29.
The OPI (Office of Primary Interest) is Captain Krebs. Questions are to be redirected to him.
Event details below:
Date: Saturday, 29 March 2025
Start Time 0900 hrs Everyone should arrive for 30 min prior at 0830 to the start to allow for registration, setup, and organizing groups
End Time 1600 hrs
Location
Trico Centre Gym @ 11150 Bonaventure Dr SE, Calgary
Dress: PT Gear with indoor shoes to change into during the activity
Lunch: Provided. Dietary Restrictions/Requirements have been noted and cadets will be provided with those meals as per the registration
What to bring: Refillable water bottle and indoor shoes
IMPORTANT INFO:
CADETS need to register with the Admin O once onsite.
Only those registered should attend
Parents must pick up their cadets on time at 1600 hrs.
If you are not sure if your cadet has been registered, email 83air@cadets.gc.ca
Last minute FTX Tips!
83 Juno Beach! Level 1s and 2s, I hope you're excited for your first FTX! The Level 4s and 5s have been working hard to put together a fun overnight survival weekend for you!
Here's a reminder of final tips and notes to help you prepare.
➡️ Parents/Guardians, there will be a parent meeting this coming Tuesday, March 4 starting at 1830. I will be present to answer any questions you have about the FTX. You are permitted to stay the entire night and watch the CO's parade with the cadets following the meeting.
🚗 Arrive no later than 1700 (5pm) on Friday, March 7 at LHQ (Sheperd Community Hall). All cadet's will have their kit checked to ensure they have all the necessary equipment for the FTX and no prohibited items. As soon as the bus is packed, we will be leaving. The bus will not wait for any latecomers.
➡️ Cadets, make sure you have everything listed in the kit list. Everyone is required to bring your own sleeping bag. Cadets who do not have all the mandatory items will not be permitted to attend and will be sent home for your own safety. Kit should be packed in a duffle bag or a big enough backpack.
💊 MEDICATIONS - All medications will be retained by the First Aid Officer (Captain Krebs) upon arrival along with the requisite information on associated medical conditions, dosage and intake requirements. *It is the cadet's responsibility to remember which medications to take, when and how*
🍴Please eat dinner *BEFORE* coming to LHQ. Dinner will not be served on Friday, however there will be hot chocolate and light snacks before bed.
Good news! MREs (Meals Ready to Eat) military rations have been secured and we will now be eating this for each meal. I will bring a sample to the Parent Meeting for those curious about what this is.
🔥 There's lots of fun activities planned for the cadets! Aside from our survival training classes led by the seniors, we will have squadron games, shelter building contest, and time to bond and tell stories by the campfire. Cadets will get to experience long-lived traditions and explore survival skills in a safe, engaging manner.
✅ Review Joining Instructions here for more details: https://www.junobeachsquadron.com/weekly-news/2025/2/20/ftx-7-9-march-joining-instructions
❌ If your name is not listed in the link below, you did not sign up for the FTX and will not be attending. Late sign ups are not accommodated for. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5965285ff5e2310c22d89747/t/67b7a49b4c68cd22f1723259/1740088475131/FTX+Sign+Up+List+-+March+2025.pdf
🙋♀️ Have any questions? Feel free to email 83air@cadets.gc.ca or directly to me at jacqueline.tran@cadets.gc.ca