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The Martinsburg Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol Capt Stephen Petty, Commander Capt Russell Voelker, Publisher & Editor Vol. 5 No. 2 ~~~~~~~~~ March - June 2010

Local Members Participate in Andrews AFB Event

On Friday, May 14th , 7 Martinsburg Cadets and 1 Sr. Member traveled to Andrews AFB, to support and participate in the 2010 Joint Services Open House. During the event, our members performed duties that included: Drug Demand Reduction Education, Recruiting, CAP Aircraft Protection and Streamer/Flag Retrieval. They were also given plenty of free time to visit the displays and enjoy the air show. At the end of the day, other than a little sunburn and tired feet, everyone said that they had enjoyed themselves and looked forward to next year.
Front Row L-R: C/Amn Rudy Bakin, C/TSgt Ty Stansbury, C/CMSgt Tim Dye. Back Row L-R: C/CMSgt John Dye, C/SSgt Spencer Lunsford, C/SSgt Nathanael Main and C/SrA Quinn Kahsay

The US Navys Blue Angels headlined this years show

See Open House Photos Page 2

Open House Photos

CAP 182T Skylane Aircraft On Display

US Armys Golden Knights

Heritage Flight L-R: F-22 Raptor, P-51 Mustang, F-16 Falcon FPF-

Morning Sign In...Do you have your form 60? In...Do 60? Looks like a hole in one

DDR Mascot w/ CAP Capt Jeff Welch

WW II B-17 Bomber B-

US Army Ranger Demonstration Team

Parents Night
The Martinsburg CAP squadron was invited to participate in Berkley County's Health Fair on Saturday, April 10th. The Drug Demand Reduction (DDR) On Tuesday, March 2nd, a special meet- display board was ing was held, at the squadron hangar, to set up to educate give squadron members families a chance to tour the new facility. Awards the public in the dangers of drugs, and promotions were given out at the alcohol and other meeting and refreshments were also provided. abusive substances. The cadets were able to use the fatal vision goggles to demonstrate for the public the dangers of drinking and driving. The cadets also set up a recruitment board to present to the public the mission and activities of our local Civil Air Patrol squadron. Even though the

DDR/Recruitment
turnout by the public was light, it was an enjoyable day to work with the Berkeley County Health Department in reaching out to our community.
By SM Sherie Main, MRB DDRO

L-R: C/SSgt Spencer Lunsford, SM Sherie Main and C/SSgt Nathanael Main (Capt Russ Voelker not shown)

Fatal Vision Goggles Exercise

Middle East Region Conference

April 16 - 18

167th Airlift Wing Firing Range/ES Training

May 15

WV Wing Representatives Front Row L-R: Col Dennis Barron, Maj Jeffrey Schrock, Lt Col Shelton Davis, Capt Russell Voelker. Back Row L-R: Lt Col Alvin Fox and Capt Lewis Craddock. (Not shown Capt Robert Cook)

TSgt Phillips evaluates Cadet Buckmans target

Six cadets and three senior members attended firearms and emergency services training hosted by the 167th Airlift Wing. TSgt John Phillips led the firearms training while Maj Bart Rogers conducted the emergency services/ground team member training.

Hangar Project Update

As of June 19th, the squadron has purchased: carpet, flooring, tables and chairs for the hangars ready room. Level Line Excavating (Eddie Bohrer) donated the use of a bobcat to remove the steep bank around the hangar. Grass has been planted on the slope and the steps are waiting on concrete. Phone and Internet service providers are still being researched. A dedication ceremony is tentatively set for September.

VA Med Center Exercise - May 27

Several members of the Martinsburg Composite Squadron participated in a recent Mass Casualty Exercise, sponsored by the Martinsburg Veterans Administration Medical Center.

MADD Guest Speakers

LLLLL-R: C/2Lt Andrew Mitchell, C/Amn Rudy Bakin, 2Lt Jeannine Korte, C/TSgt Ty Stansbury and C/SSgt Nathanael Main

L-R: C/TSgt Ty Stansbury and C/2Lt Andrew Mitchell await further treatment/transport in the triage area, while 2Lt Jeannine Korte mans the rehab tent.

They joined members By SM Sherie Main, MRB DDRO of the local Junior L-R: Margaret Walker and Sandy Palmer receive ROTC and employees Certificates of Appreciation from WV Wing Commander Col Dennis Barron. of the VAMC, as simulated victims of an Our squadron Mrs. Margaret that this type of exploded improvised meeting on Tues- Walker shared the substance abuse explosive device. effects not only day, May 25th was story of her son's the occasion for a tragic death by the the drunk driver This drill took months very somber but but also those who hands of a drunk to plan and involved inspiring presenta- and drug abusing become his or her many county, state and tion by members truck driver. Her victims. federal emergency of our local chap- story was one of response organizater of Mothers hope that both Mrs. Walker, tions. along with her Against Drunk teens and adults presenting partner, Driving (MADD). should hear and Sandy Palmer, Cadet DDRO heed her warning Quinn Kahsay that drinking and reach out through arranged for a driving (and abus- the community in MADD speaker to ing any substance) schools, busicome and share is just stupid. nesses and other with us a very Mrs. Walker exavenues where tragic story but their message can plained one of hope. be heard.

Training & Activities

April 9 - 11 Comprehensive Training Weekend
Attendees: 2Lt Jeff Main, 1st Lt Adam Sanders, 1st Lt Dirk Stansbury, F.O. Robert Crook, Capt Steve Petty, 2Lt Kim Leaton, Maj Brad Williams, C/CMSgt Tim Dye and C/CMSgt Caleb Sullivan.

MAAM WW II Weekend

Promotions & Awards

Billy Mitchell Award

April 16 - 18 Observed SAREX:

1st Lt Pudge Forrester participated.

April 24 Adopt a Highway Detail A record 11 Cadets, 10 Seniors and one guest participated. May 21 - 23 SAREX Greenbrier/Lewisburg
C/CMSgt John and C/CMSgt Tim Dye Participated. FAA Industry Training Standards (FITS) Training Class Lt. Col. Shelton Davis announced the following members have completed the Cessna / FAA Industry Training Standards (FITS) ground instruction required for the Cessna/Garmin G1000 integrated cockpit system: Maj Jim Cramer, Capt Douglas Hanson, 2 Lt Jeannine Korte, 2Lt Jon McNay, Maj Robert Nasser, Capt Jim Newton, Capt David Porter and Capt Adam Sanders.

L - R: Capt Russ Voelker, Maj Bart Rogers and Capt Gene Rogers (C/2Lt Andrew Mitchell not shown)

The Mid-Atlantic Air Museum, of Reading, PA, held its 20th Anniversary World War II Weekend, on June 4 6, 2010. Four West Virginia Wing members, joined with Civil Air Patrol Members, from several other states including, NY, PA and NJ, to provide show attendees with a glimpse into CAPs World War II exploits.

National Cadet Special Activities

C/Col David Hill will be traveling to Germany with IACE, July 17 - Aug 4. He is also on the staff of this years Cadet Officer School, July 5 - 15, at Maxwell AFB, AL. C/2Lt Andrew Mitchell will be attending Cadet Officer School, July 5 - 15, at Maxwell AFB, AL. C/CMSgt Tim Dye will be attending Honor Guard Academy, July 11 25, in Westminster, MD.

Mitchell spent the three day event manning a display that recreates two organizations, Reading, PA Courier Station #4 and Rehoboth, DE Costal Patrol Station.

Wing Commander Col Dennis Barron (left) presents C/2Lt Nick Keefe with the Gen Billy Mitchell Award.

Wright Bros Award Jacob Calo, Andrew Calo, Quinn Kahsay, Spencer Lunsford and Nathanael Main.

Maj Bart Rogers, Capt Gene Rogers, C/SSgt Samantha Pate has completed the JROTC Aerospace & TechCapt Russ Voelker nology Honors Camp, June 5 - June 10, in Albuquerque, NM. and C/2Lt Andrew

Reading Member, TSgt George Brizek, (above) is the organizer of the PA CAP Living History Unit.

Maj Robert Nasser

Capt Adam Sanders

Upcoming Events
June 26 - July 3 WV Summer Encampment Camp Dawson, Kingwood, WV July 23 - 25 Ground Pounders Session I Grant County Airport, Petersburg, WV August 21 Ground Pounders Session II Location TBA September 4 & 5 Thunder over the Blue Ridge Air Show 167th Airlift Wing/Eastern WV Regional Airport October 23 WV Wing Conference & Banquet Charleston, WV Fairchild 24R

Stinson 10

2d Lt Sherie Main

Maj Jim Cramer received the Red Service Ribbon, which is presented for two years of active service.

Weekly Uniform Schedule*

Leadership Dress Blues Aerospace Education BDUs Character Development BDUs Physical Fitness Civilian PT Clothes Maj Robert Nasser and SM Sam Brown received Certificates of Achievement and membership ribbons, for completion of CAP Level I Training

Welcome New Members:

Cadets: Emily Amador, Shanice Davis-Penn, Shari Davis-Penn, Rachael Johnson, Timothy Pate and Taylor Riner.

FYI: Always check the squadron activities calendar, on the members page of our website, for updates.

*Schedule is subject to change