Fredericksburg Squadron - Sep 2011

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Capt Julius Garrett, Commander MER-VA-108 Fall 2011 Edition

FROM THE COMMANDERS DESKGreetings members:

Senior & Cadet Members of the squadron met recently to set squadrongoals for the upcoming year. The following are the goals that we willuse to focus our efforts and activities:

CADET PROGRAMS: Provide a well-rounded cadet program, as evi-denced by earning the Quality Cadet Unit Award in 2012.

http://www.capmembers.com/cadet_programs/library qual-ity_cadet_unit_award.cfm

EMERGENCY SERVICES: Have an active Emergency Services pro-gram by having enough qualified members to be able to field a mini-mum of one aircrew and one ground team for missions. At least 70% ofall members will have completed the General Emergency Servicesexam.

AEROSPACE EDUCATION: In addition to the activity for the QualityCadet Unit Award, 50% of all seniors will have earned the Yeager

Award.

Staff members should develop their own program goals to support ac-complishing these goals and coordinate these with the appropriate dep-uty commander. Goals should be for an entire program area (e.g. cadetprograms, operations) and involve all Senior and Cadet Staff assigned tothat area.

Regards,

Capt Garrett

In picture from

left to right:Capt Garrett

at GSAR college

with C/1st LtXavier Campbell

and C/CMSgt

Daniel Sylvia.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Fri-Sun, Oct 14-16Virginia Wing Conference

Richmond VA

Sat/Sun, Oct 15-16Spotsylvania County Sherriffs

Joint Search and Rescue TrainingLuck Stone Quarry, Massaponax

Saturday, Oct 15Wings & Wheels Air ShowStafford Regional Airport

Nov.Date TBD, White House Tour

Saturday, November 12Squadron Wreath Sales

Locations TBD

Thursday, December 1CAP 70th Anniversary Party

Saturday, December 3Christmas Lights Parade

Fredericksburg VA

Saturday, December 10Wreaths Across America Ceremony

Quantico National CemeteryTriangle VA

Saturday, Dec 17Salvation Army Bell RingingSpotsylvania Mall Entrance

Saturday, January 14Squadron Dining-out Awards Ball

Fredericksburg Country Club
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CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 2011 SUMMER

NATIONAL CADET SPECIAL ACTIVITIES GRADUATES

HAWK MOUNTAIN SEARCH AND

RESCUE SCHOOL, Kempton, PA

By C/CMSgt Gabriela Duncan,Eagle Flight Commander

Hawk Mountain Ranger School was waymore fun, challenging and rewarding than Ithought it would be. I learned so muchabout leadership and teamwork that I hadnever really thought of before. I'd have tosay my favorite part was our squad-ron survival hike and the morning PT. I'mnot exactly one for PT (like, at all), but I

really learned that if you stay motivated,work with your team and truly give 110%,you can go way past the limits you set foryourself. I definitely plan on going backnext year! I highly recommend this activityto all motivated cadets, it's well worth it.

In picture from left to right: C/1stLt. Charles Hancock (Roanoke Composite Squadron), C/CMSgt. David Bell (RoanokeComposite Squadron), C/CMSgt. Jordan Shryer (Montgomery Composite Squadron), C/2ndLt. Charles Bell (RoanokeComposite Squadron), C/CMSgt. Gabriela Duncan (Fredericksburg Composite Squadron)

NATIONAL BLUE BERET, Oshkosh, WIBy C/CMSgt Daniel Sylvia,

Color Guard Commander

After two weeks at National Blue Beret, Iwalked away with a lot of memories andskills that Ill remember for a lifetime. We

were on the front lines at AirVenture, thelargest air showin the country inOshkosh, Wis-consin. We

started with two days of training in Flight Line Marshalling and getting prepared

for the next week and a half. It began with the big Fly-In. We directed over2,000 planes in the first two days. We also spent time searching for over-due air-craft, finding ELTs (electronic locator transmitter), and providing crowd control

services for the air show. At one point, an F-16 had a system failure that caused itto overshoot the runway. Blue Beret cadets worked around the clock, keeping thecrowd away from the crash site until it could be moved. When I arrived at NBB, Iwas assigned to Lima Flight. Throughout the two weeks, you only spend time withyour flight. We became a band of brothers that worked together from sunrise tosunset. Leaving Blue Beret was like leaving a family. (C/1st Lt Xavier Campbellalso attended NBB as well as Glider Flight Academy in Rome, GA.)

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HONOR GUARD ACADEMY, Westminster, MD

By C/1st Lt Nathan Leon Guerrero, Former Cadet Commander

If you thought Encampment was hard, Honor Guard Academywill be your Mt. Everest. At two weeks long, Honor GuardAcademy (HGA) is one of the longest and toughest NCSAs that

CAP has to offer. Not only does it test your physical strength,but your mental discipline as well. Students, unlike Encamp-ment, are divided into three hat colors: White (first year), Blue(second year), and Red (third year). Black hats, are Cadet andSenior staff who along with the USAF Honor Guard teach ba-sic, intermediate and advanced levels of the academys four ele-

ments.Exhibition Drill: Using Mark 1 Parade Rifles, Honor Guards-men must coordinate precise movements and timing to create a fantastic display of Team work and Skill asthey spin, flip, and toss rifles around the performance area, showing outstanding military bearing as rifles flyin front of their face.

Colors: Our Nations Flag is a symbol of Power and Freedom throughout the world and must be treated assuch. Honor Guardsmen practice for hours remaining motionless for extended periods of time to be able toperform any task that they are called upon for. Whether it is a parade or ceremony, the colors of our Nationwill stay high and protected.Body Bearers: To those who give the ultimate sacrifice, we stand ready to give the highest honors. Fromguarding the casket to actually carrying it, Guardsmen are trained to lie to rest those who have fought for thiscountry and our principles and to give the last respects to those who gave their all.Drug Demand Reduction: This element replaces the Honor Guard firing party, but is important all the same. .Drugs are everywhere on the street, in schools and even in your own house, DDR like other drug awarenessprograms, teaching our youth not only to say no, but what theyre saying no to.After the academy, you dont just stop all that youve practiced, you continue your training to become better

and better each time, asthe HGA motto saysNot to set the standards

but to exceed them. If

youre interested in

ways you can do servemore in your Commu-nity, State and Nation,Honor Guard Academymay be the programyouve been looking for.

C/1st Lt Nathan Leon

Guerrero served on staffat 2011 HGA as a

Black Hat. (C/2d Lt

Matthew Papandrea was

a 2nd Year Blue Hat).

WELCOME NEW

MEMBERS!

Cadets:Paul Eley, Jr., Georganna Grizzard,Shawna Mumma, Nikolas Rivera,

Nathan Sequeira,

Seniors:

Ryan Blanding, Beatrice Garrett


C/1st Lt Nathan Leon Guerrero


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2011 NCSA GRADUATES CONTD

POWERED FLIGHT ACADEMY, Blackstone, VaBy C/SMSgt Rachel Sydow, New Cadet Trainer

I joined Civil Air Patrol to learn how to fly so attending NationalFlight Academy was a dream come true. I learned a lot both inthe airplane and on the ground. We flew about two hours a day

and spent three to fourhours in ground school. Igot to meet a lot of amazing pilots and got to interact with manygreat cadets from all over the east coast. There were 24 cadets inattendance, 23 of whichstayed throughout theentire academy, and 11of which soloed. I did

not get a chance tosolo, but this opportu-nity helped jumpstart

my flight training. This academy helped teach me a lot of re-sponsibility, but it also required a lot of dedication and hardwork on the part of each and every cadet. I definitely recom-mend considering attending this NCSA whether you intend tofly in the future or not, because it is a great program for any young person to experience.

CIVIL ENGINEERING

FAMILIARIZATION COURSE,

Tyndall AFB, FLBy C/CMSgt Jairus Tabb, First Sergeant

The Air Force Civil Engineering Academy fo-cused on construction. During my time there, Ibuilt a tent that could house 10 airmen, turnedmud into drinkable water, built a runway, stud-ied improvised explosive devices and explosiveordnance disposal, worked on generators, andwas issued a replica M-4. Also, we were taughtby real Air Force instructors. This NCSA is par-

ticularly different from others, because it ismore laid back and there is no cadet staff. Myfavorite part of the week was our combat train-

ing day! We learned tactical defenses and ambushed the Senior Members with water guns and balloons!However, after being in the heat and dirt, the highlight of the week was going out to eat and swimming inPanama Beach, FL. The overall experience gave me an enhanced view of what happens before troops aredeployed. Without a doubt, the Air Force Civil Engineers are needed as much as troops.

FLIGHTLINE

In order to be eligible for a NCSA you must first attend a Cadet Encampment.

For additional information go to: www.ncsas.com (or talk to these cadets).


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WINTER NCSAS HAVE BEEN POSTED

The winter national activities have been posted to www.ncsas.com. The two activities that are offered thisyear are the Civics Leadership Academy (25 Feb to 3 Mar) and the National Character and Leadership Sym-

posium (22-25 Feb). Applications will be accepted through 15 October.

CLA is for cadets interested in politics and careers in public service. Cadets participate in behind-the scenestours and briefings at the Capitol, Supreme Court, State Department, Pentagon, CIA, FBI, Arlington, andmore. Cadets must possess the Mitchell Award at time of application, be at least 16 years old by 20 Feb 12,and be in Physical Fitness Category I. Seniors may also apply NLT 15 Jan to be a legislative escort serving

only on 1 March. For more information, see www.capmembers.com/civics.

NCLS is an activity sponsored by the USAF Academy that provides cadets the opportunity to engage in dia-logue with visiting undergraduate university student leaders from across the country in seminars and discus-sions designated to enhance their own understanding of the importance and challenges of sound moral char-acter and leadership. Cadets must be at least 18 years old by 31 Dec 11, be enrolled full-time in college, pos-

sess the Earhart Award at time of application, and possess a GPA of 3.3 or higher. For more information,see www.capmembers.com/ncls.

ARE YOU WEARING YOUR RED SERVICE RIBBON?By Lt Col Liz Sydow, Professional Development Officer

CAP recognizes length of service for cadet and senior members with two or more years in theprogram. CAPR 39-3 outlines the requirements:

21.b. Red Service Ribbon. Awarded at the end of 2 years (as a cadet or senior member in good standing).

(1). First Bronze Clasp. Awarded at the end of 3 additional years (total of 5 years).

(2). Additional Bronze Clasps. One additional bronze clasp will be awarded for each additional 5 years of

service. A maximum of three bronze clasps (denoting 15 years of service) will be worn.

(3). Longevity Device. A metal number, denoting years of service, awarded at the end of 20 years and in in-crements of 5 years thereafter. The longevity device is worn centered on the red service ribbon and the

bronze clasps are no longer worn.

To apply for the ribbon or clasp/device:

19. Administration Procedures for Award of Activity and Service Ribbons. The individual member is

responsible for preparing and submitting to the unit commander CAP Form 2a, Request for and Approval ofPersonnel Actions, when the requirements for an activity or service ribbon have been completed.

CAP Form 2a is available at http://www.capmembers.com/media/cms/capf002a_AE99078390D30.doc.Complete sections I and III. In section VI list date joined. Member signs and adds their information as Re-questor. We will have a box at the sign-in table for turning in forms. Members must be current in monthlySafety and Seniors must have completed Equal Opportunity Training in order for the award to be proc-essed. Both classes are short and can be done online in eServices (Online Safety Training and CAP On-lineCourses and Exams).

Once the award is approved, the member is responsible for purchasing their ribbon. The squadron will have

a limited supply of ribbons for sale or you can order through Vanguard.

bronze

clasp
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SENIOR SPOTLIGHT:

Capt Jeffrey SmithBy C/TSgt Nicholas Leake, Cadet PAO

I recently had the pleasure of meeting and inter-

viewing Captain Jeffrey Smith. I caught up withCapt. Smith at Shannon Airport in Fredericksburgwhere he was getting ready to take several cadetson an O Flight. Orientation Flights are a series

of five flights that are designed to introduce thecadet to the basics. The cadet is able to participatein preflight planning and a preflight inspection,before getting hands on experience operating theaircraft in flight. The program allows for the cadetsto observe other cadets flying (by sitting in the

back seat of the aircraft) as well being able to fly to different airports.

Capt. Smith lives in Stafford, VA with his wife and 2 year old daughter. He moved to Stafford fromFt. Lauderdale, Florida about a year and a half ago. His love offlying began when he was in college working at a local airport.There was a flight school on the field and he convinced one ofthe flight instructors to take him up for a flight. It was after thatfirst flight that he knew he wanted to become a pilot. He earnedhis private pilot certificate in February 2001.

He learned about the CAP organization from a friend atwork who is a member of the Civil Air Patrol. After speakingwith her about her involvement he realized that joining the CAPwould be a great way to fly as well as contribute to the commu-

nity. Capt. Smith joined the Fredericksburg Squadron in March2011. Although he has not yet participated in a Search and Res-cue (SAR) Mission with the CAP, he is very interested in be-coming qualified to fly and participate in SAR missions. He iscurrently working on becoming a qualified mission scanner.

Capt. Smith offers the following advice to cadets inter-ested in becoming a pilot: Being a cadet in the CAP and taking

advantage of the orientation flights is a great way to start! Acadet can take formal flight instruction from a local flightschool at any age, but cannot obtain a student pilot certificateuntil they are at least 16 years old (for airplanes). If the cadet is

not ready for formal instruction, I would recommend the cadetread and study some of the aeronautical information that isavailable. A good place to start would be the Airplane FlyingHandbook or the Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowl-edge. These can be purchased, or downloaded from the FAAwebsite at: http://www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/

handbooks_manuals/aviation/

Next time you see Captain Smith be sure to ask himabout his flight with the bees!


SENIOR MEMBER

ACHIEVEMENTSBy Lt Col Liz Sydow,

Professional Development Officer

Promotions:2d Lt Lisa Sylvia, 1Lt Agata Thompson,

Capt Richard Leonard

Specialty Ratings:Personnel Technician1Lt R. Fulton

Finance TechnicianLt Col Liz SydowFinance Sr. RatingCapt Leonard

Prof. Dev. MasterLt Col Liz SydowCadet Programs Technicians:

1Lt Agata Thompson, 1Lt Linda Tabb,1Lt Tyler Floyd

Professional Development:

Level ISM Brandon White

Officer Basic Course

SM Carmen Rutigliano

Training Leaders of Cadets:

Lt Col Liz Sydow, 1Lt Linda Tabb,1Lt Agata Thompson, 1Lt Tyler Floyd,

1Lt Maria Leon Guerrero
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THE FIRST TIME GOERS GUIDE TO

ENCAMPMENTBy C/TSgt Jacob Barber, Cadet PAO

At Virginia Wing Cadet Encampment (ENC) you will be testedphysically, mentally, and emotionally. Encampment is a lot of work,but if you are dedicated, and hard working, you will have just asmuch fun as you do work.

When you arrive at ENC you are immediately ushered into an oldhangar, where you check in. Once you check in, you are given anSOP, then you will be driven to your barracks and rushed in to set up your home away from home for the nextnine days. After all the setup is complete, you are marched to the theater where you are given a briefing, anintroduction, and your flight is given its guidon.

The next morning was a shock. You are jolted out of sleep with yell-

ing and whistles, rushed outside, and into formation. Once your aredone with PT it's off to the showers then breakfast. After the days ac-tivities, which could be: LRC, confidence course, repelling, pugilstick fighting, simulators, APFT, or pass in review practice, you aregiven dinner, possibly another shower, and evening activities, thenbedtime.

THINGS TO KNOWSOP: Your guide to ENC that outlines the rules and facts you need to know.LRC: (Leadership Reaction Course) An obstacle course with a wet,and a dry side. Don't fall in the water it is very gross.

Honor Flight: The flight that did the best in Cleanliness, SOP trivia,and overall bearing.Barracks: Your home away from home, and where you sleep.Pass in Review: The Graduating parade and drill ceremony.AFPT: The Air Force's style of PT. More push ups, running, andsweat.Confidence Course: An obstacle course that involves jumping,crawling, climbing, swinging.Emergen-C: A little packet of powder with a very strong taste.

ADVICE: Listen to staff. Eat all the food. Stay dry. (It is tempting

to fall in the LRC). Keep your Camelback in the shade and keep it full. Get in the shade to stay cold. Keepyour bunk area clean as a whistle. Stay hydrated and full of Emergen-C. Photos from: Cadet GazetteNewsletter


Congratulations to Encampment 2011 cadets! You met the challenge and completed the mission!Cadet Staff: C/SMSgt Boelsche, C/CMSgt Duncan, C/2dLtPapandrea, C/CMSgt Strickland, C/CMSgt Tabb

Cadet Basics: C/SSgt Barber, C/A1C Horne, C/Amn Kyle, C/Amn Lyon, C/A1C Mead, C/SrA Padgett, C/A1C

Roberson, C/TSgt Strickland, C/A1C Swann, C/A1C Sylvia, C/SrA Turbyfill, C/SrA Vandevander, C/SrA Woods

Confidence Course

Leadership Reaction Course

Flight Commanders receive their

guidons.


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SCOTTISH GAMESBy 1Lt Linda Tabb, Deputy Commander for Cadets

One of the Civil Air Patrols core values is

Volunteer Service which is about selflessness.

In other words, its the difference between givingand taking. From September 3 to 4 (Labor Dayweekend) the following cadets and senior membersgave above and beyond by parking over 7,000 carsat the Scottish Games. I would like to express mygenuine appreciation to the following:

C/SSgt Jacob Barber, 2Lt. Shari Barber,C/SMSgt John Boelsche, C/CMSgt Gabriela

Duncan, C/B Georganna Grizzard, C/SMSgt DanielMontanero, C/TSgt Rebecca Montanero,C/TSgt John Strickland, C/CMSgt Justine

Strickland, C/A1C Luke Strickland,Lt Col Elizabeth Sydow, C/SMSgt Rachel Sydow,

C/CMSgt Daniel Sylvia, 2Lt Lisa Sylvia,2Lt Garland Tabb, C/CMSgt J. Selena Tabb,C/SrA Michael Vandevander, C/A1C Nikyla

Wardrop, C/A1C Elias Wesbrock.

Volunteers aren't paid, not because they are

worthless, but because they are priceless.

Anonymous

Thank You!

CADET COMMANDERS

CORNERBy C/2d Lt Rachel Boelsche

Communication is Key!As we move out of summer and into fall, we all

have changes in our schedule. School, fall athletics, oreven work can claim chunks of your time. Its natural

to be busier at some points in the year than others, andI am certainly proud of the many accomplishments ourcadets experience in the world outside of CAP. Thesquadron will always supports these pursuits, but wealways hope Civil Air Patrol still plays an importantrole in your lives. Its worth it to give CAP those cou-ple of hours every Thursday!

If you do find yourself becoming busy withother things, dont freak out. School always comes be-fore CAP, and sometimes its necessary to prioritizeyour activities. Just be sure to stay in touch. If youneed to take some time off, let your chain of commandknow. Pay attention to the e-mails, and be sure to signup if theres an activity you can commit to. No matter

how busy life gets, never overlook the importance ofcommunication. We dont want you to miss out on themany unique and rewarding opportunities Civil AirPatrol has to offer just because you didnt take two

minutes to log into your e-mail account!


CADET ORIENTATION FLIGHTS (O-RIDES)

Capt Smith goes over the pre-flight checklistwith the cadets.

Congratulations to our cadets who took to the skies with Capt Smith this summer: C/SrA David Turbyfill,C/SrA Joshua Turbyfill, C/SrA Michael Vandevander. Photos by C/TSgt Nicholas Leake, Cadet PAO.


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CADET SPOTLIGHTBy 2d Lt Lisa Sylvia, Public Affairs Officer

C/2dLt MATTHEW PAPANDREA EARNS

MITCHELL AWARD.

C/2dLt. Papandrea, a Civil Air Patrol membersince March 2009, is a freshman at MountainView High School. He is enrolled in the march-ing band and will be swimming for the Wildcats.C/2dLt. Papandrea has been a competitive swim-mer for 7 years and most recently swam for theQuantico Sharks.

C/2dLt. Papandrea attended the Civil Air PatrolNational Honor Guard Academy in Westminster,MD two years in a row. Last year he wasawarded Honor Cadet and this year he wasawarded Honor and Pride Cadet.

C/2dLt. Papandrea attended the Virginia WingEncampment the last three summers. He attendedthe wing encampment as a basic in 2009. In 2010and 2011, he attended the encampment as a FlightSergeant and a First Sergeant respectfully. Serv-ing on the encampment staff at the state level is ahigh honor. He currently serves the Fredericks-burg Composite Squadron as the Falcon FlightCommander.


VA-108 CYBERPATRIOT TEAM

PREPARING FOR COMPETITIONBy 2d Lt Lisa Sylvia, PAOCyberpatriot Coach

The squadrons Cyberpatriot Team is preparing for competi-tion. All cadets are welcome to join our practice sessions tosee what it is all about. All practice and competition sessionswill be at Coach Sylvias home, 2706 Francis Ct, Fredericks-burg VA 22408. Transportation to and from is on your own.Contact Coach Sylvia for schedule information: 540-207-5028. The team mentor, Ujaval Patel, is an AFROTC cadetgetting his masters in software engineering. He graduated

from Virginia Tech with a B.S. in computer science. He resides in King George. Our registered team mem-bers are: C/SSgt Jacob Barber, C/2d Lt Luke Clark,C/TSgt Nick Leake, C/TSgt John Strickland, C/A1CLuke Strickland, C/CMSgt Daniel Sylvia.GO TEAM! CADET PROMOTIONS

Congratulations to the following cadets who havepromoted in the past 90 days:

John Curry (Achievement 1)C/Amn Jeremiah Browne

Gen Hap Arnold (Achievement 2)C/A1C Brian Meade, C/A1C Conor Roberson,C/A1C Nicholas Swann, C/A1C James Lopes

Mary Feik (Achievement 3)C/SrA Ian Woods, C/SrA Michael Vandevander,

C/SrA Joshua Turbyfill, C/SrA Garrett Horne

Eddie Rickenbacker (Achievement 4)C/TSgt Rebecca Montanaro, C/TSgt John Strickland

Charles Lindburgh (Achievement 5)

Jimmy Doolittle (Achievement 6)C/SMSgt John Boelsche, C/SMSgt Daniel Montanaro

Robert Goddard (Achievement 7)C/CMSgt Justine Strickland

MilestoneBilly Mitchell Award

Phase II Completion, The Leadership Phase

C/2d Lt Matthew Papandrea


10/10

THURSDAY MEETINGS

6:30pm9:00pm

MEETING LOCATION:

Virginia National Guard Armory1700 Jefferson Davis Highway

Fredericksburg VA

(Senior meetings on 2nd and 4thThursday of the month)

MAILING ADDRESS:

Fredericksburg Composite Squadron24 Cascade Ln

Fredericksburg VA 22406-4224

SQUADRON COMMANDERCapt Julius Garrett

[email protected]

DEPUTY COMMANDER FOR CADETS1st Lt Linda Tabb

[email protected]

DEPUTY COMMANDER FOR SENIORSCapt Richard Leonard540-408-3149

[email protected]

CADET COMMANDERC/2dLt Rachel Boelsche

[email protected]

RECRUITMENT &

RETENTION OFFICER2d Lt Shari Barber540-373-5215

[email protected]

PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICER2d Lt Lisa Sylvia

[email protected]


WREATHS ACROSS AMERICABy Lt Col Liz Sydow, Finance Officer

To be killed in war is not the worst that can happen. To

be lost is not the worst that can happen to be forgotten

is the worst." -Pierre Claeyssens (1909-2003)

We have the opportunity to make sure those who gave theultimate sacrifice for our freedom are not forgotten by par-ticipating in Wreaths Across America. Wreaths AcrossAmerica is a non-profit organization with a mission to helpAmerica remember and honor its veterans by placingwreaths on gravesites in the National Cemeteries every De-cember. We support the program by taking wreath ordersand by participating in the wreath laying ceremony atQuantico National Cemetery. This year the ceremony willbe Dec 10th.

The squadron is taking orders for wreaths and challengingall members to sell at least three wreaths to help meet ourgoal of selling 200. Wreaths are $15 each and order formsare available at the meetings. A copy is also on the Yahoosite. The goal of three is NOT a quota--no one will bechecking up. Instead, we will be tracking our overall pro-gress as a squadron. You can talk to family, friends, co-workers, neighbors, businesses...many people want tohonor our veterans but don't have the opportunity. Ordersmust be turned in by Nov 17th to the squadron or placedonline by Nov 28th. We earn $5 for each wreath order soldby the squadron.

As an added incentive, any squadron member who sells atleast five wreaths will get a free ticket to the squadron Din-ing Out on Jan 14th, a military dinner followed by a dance.Because there is no way to track online orders against anindividual seller, only orders turned in to the squadron withcash or check will count towards this incentive.

More information on Wreaths Across America is availableat http://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/remember/
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