Upcoming Events

Trivia Night

A reminder to parents and friends of the cadets that 15 Feb 14 at 1900 hrs (7:00 pm) will be our near annual Trivia night. Grab some friends and build a team. A cash bar will be open, so this is not an event for cadets.

Calendar of Upcoming Events

Saturday, Feb 1, 2014 Sunday, Feb 2 2014 Snow Date if needed	National Course Interviews (Old Virgil Public School– Corner of Field Road and Four Mile Creek Road)	1300 to 1430 Hrs. (1:00 to 2:30 pm) Sunday – Snow Date if needed
Sunday, Feb 2, 2014	Range at Cadet Hall	Year 1&2 – 0900 to 1130 Hrs Year 3 up 1300 to 1600 Hrs
Friday, Feb. 7, 2014	Branch 350 Fish Fry (6 Cadets) Port Dalhousie	1700 to 1900 Hrs (5 to 7 pm)
Saturday, Feb 8, 2014	Air Rifle Marksmanship Competition (Cadets to be determined) St. Catharines	0745 to 1700 Hrs. (7:45 am to 5:00 pm)
Sunday, Feb. 9, 2014	Possible Brock University High Ropes Course pending approval.	1300 to 1400 Hrs ( 1:00 to 4:00 pm)
Saturday, Feb 15, 2014	Squadron Sponsoring Committee Trivia Night	1900 Hrs (7:00 pm)
Monday, Feb. 17, 2014	No Cadets - - Family Day
Friday, Feb. 21, 2014	Branch 24 Fish Fry 111 Church Street (4 Cadets No Uniform)	1830 to 2030 Hrs (6:30 to 8:30 pm)
Saturday, Feb. 22, 2014	Cadet Sleep Over at the Cadet Hall	1800 to 0900 Hrs 4 pm to 9 am
Thursday, Feb. 27, 2014	NAG Officers & Instructors at 87 Welland	1930 to 2200 Hrs
Saturday, Mar. 1, 2014	Air Cadet League Effective Speaking Competition in Port Colborne	Time to be announced
Friday, Mar. 7, 2014	Branch 350 Fish Fry (6 Cadets) Port Dalhousie	1700 to 1900 Hrs (5 to 7 pm)
Monday, Mar. 10, 2014	No Cadets March Break
Monday, Mar. 17, 2014	First night of cadets after March Break	1830 to 2115 Hrs (6:30 to 9:15 pm)
Friday, Mar. 21, 2014	Branch 24 Fish Fry 111 Church Street (4 Cadets No Uniform)	1830 to 2030 Hrs (6:30 to 8:30 pm)
Monday, Mar. 24, 2014	Commanding Officer’s Parade - Full Uniform Regional Cadet Advisor Visit – Major Torok	1830 to 2115 Hrs (6:30 to 9:15 pm)
Friday, May 2, 2014 to Sunday May, 4, 2014	NAG Field Exercise (All Cadets) at Valens Conservation Area (Highway 6 West of Hamilton)	Friday at 1630 Hrs (4:30 pm) Sunday 1700 Hrs (5:00 pm)

Welcome 2014

Happy New Year
Welcome back to all of our cadets, we trust everyone has had pleasant holidays. We hope your time off has allowed you to come back recharged and refreshed for the second half of the cadet year.

Flying Scholarship Exams
For those applying for flying scholarships the exam will be held Saturday January 11, 2014 at 1230 hrs for 1300 hrs. The location this year will be the head quarters of 87 Squadron at the Niagara Central (Welland) Airport.

Fish Fry
There will be a fish fry at Branch 350 Legion this Friday from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm (10 Jan) for those cadets that have signed up. We also would like to encourage other cadets, family and friends to come to the Legion to try the fish. This is a public fundraiser/dinner put on by the Legion and all are welcome.

NATIONAL COURSES
The application information is now PAST DUE. If you are applying for a national level summer camp your package must be complete ASAP or your application will not be submitted.

Trivia Night
Our sponsor committee will be hosting a trivia night fundraiser for parents and friends of the Squadron. So put together a team and see how much you know. The date will be 15 February 2014, at 8:00 pm. The cost will be $15 per person. See an upcoming post for a flyer.

December and the New Year

Christmas Carnival
On Monday Dec 16 the Sponsoring Committee is hosting a fun carnival for the cadets. There will be food, games and prizes. There will be NO UNIFORM for this event. If any parents are available to help please see Mrs. Stevenson or Mr. Berezowski.

Fish Fry
Our last Fish Fry of 2013 will be on Dec 19. If any cadets are looking for community service hours please see the Warrant Officer.

Holiday Break
December 16th will be the last cadet parade night of 2013. We will be returning after the holidays on January 6th, 2014.

Family Skating
We have rented the Haig Bowl Arena for a family skate for our cadets and family members on 30 December 2013 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm. This is an optional fun skating event. However, if you are interested in coming we ask that cadets provide an approximate number of people attending on December 16 so we can plan for the appropriate numbers.

Cadets Return
January 6, 2014 will be our return. This will be a regular parade night.

Upcoming Events

CO's Parade
A reminder that Monday December 2, 2013 will be a CO's parade. Cadets should spend extra time on their uniforms and wear medals if applicable.

National Summer Camp Applications Due
IF YOU WANT TO APPLY FOR A SENIOR (6 WEEK) CAMP THE INFORMATION PACKAGE IS DUE TO CAPT DEROUSIE ON DECEMBER 2, 2013.

Fish Fry
Friday Dec 6 there will be a Fish Fry at Br 350 Legion. If you want to help and get some community service please sign up.

Santa Clause is Coming to Town

A reminder that this weekend is the annual St. Catharines Santa Claus Parade. This is usually a short parade and is a great opportunity for us to drum up support in the community. Cadets should arrive at the Optimist Hall at 2:00 pm wearing full uniform with your parka, cadet toque and gloves. We will be joined by the 826 Sqn Band for the parade. The parade itself steps off at 2:30 pm. Come out and welcome the big man in style.

Events to Come for November

Remembrance Day Follow-up
Thank you to all of our cadets who participated in our many Remembrance Day activities. The veterans and our community greatly appreciate all of your time and hard work. Also, if you would like to count this towards community service hours please bring in your forms.

Power Famil Flying
For those cadets who signed up this weekend there is power familiarization flying at the St. Catharines Flying Club (NOT CARES BUILDING). Cadets who are on the list should arrive 30 minutes prior to their scheduled time. Schedules were handed out on Monday. Anyone on standby will be called if a slot opens up.

Squadron Overnight
To give our cadets a chance to unwind after our busy Remembrance Day season we are having an fun sleep-over night on Saturday November 16. Cadets can be dropped off at 6:00 pm and picked up on Sunday at 10:00 am. Cadets should eat supper before coming and breakfast will be provided. Cadets should bring things that will be needed for an overnight. (i.e. Sleeping bag, toiletries, suitable clothes for sleeping). Cadets can bring snacks if desired.

Niagara Cadet Winter Gala
128 Thorold Sqn is planning to host a Winter Gala this year for cadets. This is a formal evening with dinner and a dance. If you would like to attend it is necessary that you sign up and pay in advance. If you are interested in going please see WO Gervais and bring your payments. The advertisement is below.

Remembrance Day Activities Vol 2.

Remember if you sign up to participate in an activity you are EXPECTED to be there. If something changes or you are ill the onus is on you to contact your Flight Commander so we know you will not be in attendance.

Vol 1. Recap
Thanks to all those cadets who have so far volunteered to help sell poppies and you came to the Br. 350 Remembrance Day Parade. Your efforts and participation are greatly appreciated by the Sqn, the veterans and our community.

Poppy Sales
For those cadets that volunteer we will be selling poppies again at Br 350 (Port Dalhousie) this Saturday (Nov 9). First shift is 8:30 to 12:30 and the second shift is 12:00 to 4:00.

Veteran's Dinner
Cadets who are serving at the Veteran's dinner should be at Br 350 (Port Dalhousie) at 6:00 pm until approximately 9:00 pm. Uniform is full dress.

Remembrance Day Parade
The City of St. Catharines Remembrance Day Parade is going to be on November 11 at 9:30 at Branch 24 Legion (111 Church St.). Uniform is full dress and remember to bring your parka. Since this event occurs during school time it is not mandatory, however we would like maximum participation. If you would like a letter for your school to excuse you during that time please speak to the CO on Thursday night.