Volume 2, Number 6

Squadron Commander Maj. Jim Gosnell Cadet Commander Capt. Cindy Bennett
Inside this issue: Commanders Corner Calendar PAOs Corner Safety Officers Corner Personnel and Admin Officers Page W.E.S.S. and Lake FTX N.E.S.A. 5 1

June 2011

COMMANDERS CORNER . . .
June is here We have celebrated Memorial Day and are entering the month of June. The Memorial Day weekend is a time that we pause from our busy schedules and remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. We have so many freedoms that we often take for granted. We must remember that these freedoms are purchased for us by our soldiers. In many instances the purchase was paid with the ultimate price. As you spend time enjoying the freedoms that this country has to offer, remember, Freedom is not free. We need to take every opportunity to thank our Veterans. June is usually a busy month for our Squadron. It is also a hot month. The mercury is staying above 90 most days. We must be careful to avoid heat emergencies by taking the following precautions: Take lots of breaks. The military work/rest schedule for a heat index above 118 deg F. is 30 minutes work and 30 minutes rest. Rest in the shade if possible. Drink lots of water. At a heat index of 118 degrees F. you should drink 1.5 quarts of water each hour. On a day with low humidity you may feel dry, but you are still loosing a large amount of water. You must stay hydrated. You need to drink water before you get thirsty. Wear loose and light colored clothing. Loose clothing allows your body to breath and light colors reflect some of the heat. Wear sunscreen when working outside. Plan your activities. Plan activities to be completed in the early morning or late afternoon to avoid the most intense heat of the day. Watch the reported heat index values. Remember when working in full sun to add up to 15 degrees F. to the reported heat index values. Watch the weather. Thunderstorms often develop quickly in the day due to convective heating. Lightning is very dangerous and can be intense. Watch the weather and have a back up plan. Watch the people around you. One of the first signs of severe heat stress is loss of judgment. You may not realize that you are having a problem. Review the signs and symptoms of heat emergencies. Heat Cramps, Heat Exhaustion, and Heat Stroke. Heat Stoke can be fatal.

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Standards and Eval Cadet Corner And Aerospace Cpt. Bennetts Trivia Did You Know? Trivia Promotions Places and Events Southeast Regional Staff College

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Other things that will impact our Squadron in the coming months: Our SUI is in July. The Hurricane Season is almost here. The Counter Drug season has started. The Tornado Season is here. Thank you for all that you do.

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To serve America by developing our Nations youth; accomplishing local, state and national emergency and humanitarian missions; and educating our citizens on the impact of aviation and space. - CAP Mission Statement

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PAOs CORNER . . .
Important Updates:
** Please change your address for Maj. Daniel Hester, Wing Director of Communications, to comm@alwg.us. Personal information (non-CAP) should still be sent to dhester100@aol.com.

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** If you change your email address, please let me know as soon as possible so that I can update the mailing list. It is YOUR responsibility to go to E-Services and update your email address there. You will no receive information if you fail to do this.

2nd Lt. Elizabeth Shurbutt

WHERE TO FIND US ON THE INTERNET:

Civil Air Patrol
www.gocivilairpatrol.com/

CADET PROGRAM EMAIL GROUP:

A Yahoo Email group has been set up to make communication between members easier. Invitations were sent to all the cadet members. If you are not receiving updates and reminders from the Yahoo Group, you most likely are not a member of it yet. Please contact Beth Shurbutt at: LTooney@cableone.net and request that she add you to the group. You can also go to the Yahoo Group site and join:

Cadet Services
http://www.capmembers.com/

Alabama Wing of Civil Air Patrol

http://www.alwg.cap.gov/

Pell City Civil Air Patrol

http://www.pellcitycap.org/

Wing Emergency Services School (WESS)

http://wess.alwg.us/

Photo Files on Flickr

http://www.flickr.com/photos/bethshurbutt/ collections/72157615727997818/

On Facebook: Civil Air Patrol, AL Wing

Civil Air Patrol, Pell City Composite Squadron, SER-AL-118, Civil Air Patrol

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ PellCityCAP/

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From Our Safety Officer . . .

SAFETY

If you have lived in the gulf coast region for awhile, you probably know that the hurricane season is just about to begin. In fact, the NOAA scientists say that this year, it will run from June 1, 2011 through November 30, 2011. They also say that there is a 65% chance of an above normal hurricane season. And there is a 70% chance that the following scenario will occur: we will have 12 to 18 named storms, 6 to 10 of those will develop into full hurricanes, and 3 to 6 of those will be major hurricanes. Scientists also state, in a separate statistic, that the force of those hurricanes will be from 105% to 200% of the median hurricane. NOAA doesnt predict how many hurricanes will reach the shores of the US. So what does that mean to us in Alabama? If you follow these predictions, you may note that numerous hurricanes have been predicted since Katrina, but no major storm has hit our shores in the last five years. If you draw solace from that and intend to let your guard down, then you may have reached the wrong conclusion. Who could have ever done a long-term prediction of the weather events on April 27th? As devastating as those multiple tornadoes were to our communities and countryside, if you could find a car that still worked, you could still drive a few miles away to an unaffected area and make phone calls, buy food, gas and generally find relief. After a major hurricane, you will be extremely lucky if you can drive to the next state and find those necessities. Land phones may work for awhile if your area isnt hit too hard. Cell phones may too, if the towers arent toppled. But even if they arent crushed, most will only work for a few hours after an extensive electrical outage. If you have a portable generator, you may find that procuring gas for its use is impossible since electrical outages usually disable gas stations. If you want to leave your home for better surroundings, the same gasoline shortage may affect this desire also. I have always placed some confidence in having water and natural gas even after major storms because that has been my experience over the past 10 years. After talking to fellow CAP member from Tuscaloosa, I may have to change that assumption. He told me that his house was completely undamaged but because of the extensive water and natural gas leaks in other areas, his service was also severed for many days. I guess I had better not throw away my old charcoal grill and heed the recommendations for an emergency water supply. Do you know what the emergency water recommendations are? You should have one gallon of water per day per person and you should plan for at least 3 to 7 days without water. You can find this recommendation and many others for preparing for disaster on the NOAA website. Ditto for the FEMA and American Red Cross websites. But just finding the info isnt good enough for us Alabamians, we need to also prepare. I attended a Preparedness Seminar in Tuscaloosa a couple of years ago and Gov. Riley personally addressed the myriad of first responders and support personnel that attended this event and he stated that AL was the second most prepared state in the nation for a major disaster. I forgot to ask him who #1 was but the message is clear. We in Alabama take our responsibilities to our family, our neighbors, and ourselves seriously - BE PREPARED! Remember, it only takes one storm hitting you or your neighbors to be a disaster. Dont rely on past years or future predictions for comfort. Comfort should only come with being prepared. Stay Safe! Ron Harlan, Squadron 118 Safety Officer

Reminder: Read the newsletter and receive a Safety Briefing Credit. Please email Ron Harlan at reh1685@aol.com

From your Personnel/Admin Officer . . .

CADETS: KNOW WHAT YOUR PROMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS ARE FOR EACH PHASE!

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Most of you know that I carry a box in and out of the squadron meeting each week. That box contains your CAP Form 66. This is your hard copy record of your accomplishments that allows you to promote. Over the last couple of years, Phase 3 and 4 cadets regularly ask to see their CAPF 66. They add their WESS, NESA, NCSA, Ironman, Air show, O-Flight, and Mission dates as well as ES test dates and scores. Very few Phase 1 and 2 cadets even ask to see it. It is your responsibility to make sure it is up to date with all your accomplishments, proper signatures, etc. If you are promoting, your signature is required on your CAPF 52's. Although most of this information on CAPF 66 is in eservices, this can be most valuable if you transfer, want a copy of your CAP involvement for your portfolio or resume, or if the computer has problems like recording your scores. That has happened to some of you already. Please note that NHQ occasionally changes or adds additional requirements now and then. It is important that you regularly go to eservices and read the latest news that is posted regarding promotion requirements. Also note that a safety brief is required each month even though it is not on the CAPF 66. If you have not done your safety brief for the month than I cannot promote you in eservices. Your account is blocked until that is completed. Our squadron has elected to require a Board of Review for each Phase. YOU must schedule this yourself two weeks in advance before an "end of Phase" promotion. Drill Tests are taken AFTER you have completed your achievement tests. One more thing. I do not check the "active participation" box until just before sending your promotion request to Capt Bennett. Don't Panic!! So, as a reminder, each Phase has the following requirements:

Phase 1 Requirements:
Physical Fitness Test Leadership Test Aerospace Test Character Development Drill Test Cadet Oath Active Participation Comprehensive Exam Board of Review

Phase 2 Requirements:
Physical Fitness Test Leadership Test Aerospace Test Character Development Drill Test Cadet Oath Active Participation Mentoring (achievement before Mitchell tests) Essay Speech Encampment Comprehensive Exam Board of Review *One 16 week minimum wait for promotion

Phase 4 Requirements:
Physical Fitness Test Leadership Test Aerospace Test Character Development Drill Test Cadet Oath Active Participation Essay Speech Instructor (each achievement) SDA Reports (each achievement) SDA Staff Service COS or RCLS Comprehensive Exam Board of Review *Two 24 week minimum wait for promotions

SPAATZ
(Tests NOT taken at the squadron) PT Test Comprehensive Leadership Comprehensive Aerospace Essay Exam

1LT Jeannie Scott Personnel and Admin. Officer

W.E.S.S. (Wing Emergency Services School) Corner .. .Page 6

W.E.S.S. - 20102011 at Vigilant Warrior

LAKE F.T.X.June 3 - 4, 2011

This weekend, Friday and Saturday, will be Lake FTX for those that graduated 100% from WESS. I will be taking the CAP van and will leave from Pell City on Friday between 3:30 and 4:00 pm. I need to know how many are going so please shoot an email back with yes or no. If I don't hear from you, we may not have transportation for you. If you want to go AND are expecting to go in the CAP van you must let me know ASAP. Since this is a non-funded event for gasoline for the Van. we will ask that each one pitch in toward the fuel for the van. ($10.00 each) Please let me know what your participation and transportation plans are. Thanks, Cindy Bennett, Capt, CAP, Al-118
All participants will meet at ALWG Headquarters on Friday June 3rd; sign in will start at 1830. Pizza and drinks will be provided on Friday night; all participants will stay in the ALWG HQ area on Friday night. On Saturday morning, participants will head to the Holtville Recreation area on Lake Jordan. We will depart the lake on Saturday around 1600-1630, then head back to Wing HQ. The activity will close at that time. Sandwiches and snacks will be provided for lunch on Saturday. Saturday breakfast will be the responsibility of the participant. The cost for the Lake FTX will be $7, due at sign in. Transportation will be provided between Maxwell AFB and Lake Jordan and back. Unless you are towing a boat, all participants must use the provided transportation, unless coordinated with me before the event. There is limited parking space, so we cannot bring POVs or COVs onto the site. Things to bring: Civilian clothes, Items to stay overnight at the Wing HQ building (sleeping bag, pillow, etc.), Tasteful swimsuit, Towel Sunscreen, Food for Saturday AM, No uniforms or other CAP gear are needed.

NESANational Emergency Service Academy

http://nesa.cap.gov/

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NATIONAL EMERGENCY SERVICES ACADEMY 2011

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We know some of you have only joined CAP in the last few months, and probably thought you would not be able to attend any national events this summer. Or maybe youre a long time member whose plans have changed so that you can now participate. It is not too late for you to apply and attend the 2011 National Emergency Services Academy (NESA). Applications will be accepted through the 12th of June for courses being held during our two session weeks from the 23rd of July through the 6th of August 2011. There are courses for all members interested in emergency services, and this is a great opportunity for new members to come train with hundreds of other members from across the country that have already signed up to attend. Slots are filling up fast though. Apply online at: https://ntc.cap.af.mil/ops/nesa/. Slots will be filled on a first come first served basis through the 12th of June or until slots are filled. Personnel are encouraged to apply soon to get into the course or courses they desire. Some courses only have a few slots left and there are a few that are full already. Please note that participants can register to take multiple courses back to back, but not at the same time. Additional information about NESA and the courses available this year can be found at: http://nesa.cap.gov/ . Weve also added a few courses in the last few weeks in addition to our normal complement of courses for ground teams, aircrews, and the incident staff. We have added four GIIEP short courses to the Mission Aircrew School to train member how to use these new systems provided by AFNORTH. A Communications track has also been added to the Incident Command System School Advanced Course; FEMA instructors will be providing the latest all-hazards communications unit leader training. There are also a limited number of staff positions still available for the 2011 NESA as well. Generally, staff members are prior NESA graduates, but some exceptions may be made by the NESA Director to ensure the best qualified personnel are used to provide this training. The current fee to attend NESA is $95 for the GIIEP short courses, $185 for a single course or $360 for two courses back to back. This includes, meals, lodging on site, printed training materials and aircraft and ground vehicle sortie costs for training on site. Participants are responsible for their own transportation to and from NESA, though many personnel are able to travel in corporate vehicles and aircraft as they are needed on site for training. If you have any additional questions please direct them to the NESA staff at NESAADMIN@nesa.cap.gov or call 1-888-211-1812 extension 323.

NESANational Emergency Service Academy

http://nesa.cap.gov/

STANDARDS AND EVAL . . .

Taking Wings . .

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Over the last few months I have been spreading the word about the FAA Wings program. Any pilot can go to the web site www.faasafety.gov and register. Then receive credit when they complete knowledge courses and flights. These courses are available from many sources such as the FAA, AOPA, EAA, and others. Many courses are free however, for some there is a fee. Many safety seminars and CAP Stan/eval courses will also count for wings credit. To be awarded the basic wings level you must complete 3 knowledge courses and 3 flight events. Once you receive your basic wings your biannual flight review will be reset for another 2 years. AS CAP pilots we complete our form 5 annually, this counts for all three flight events in the wings program. So, all you need to renew your flight review is three knowledge courses. The ease of renewing your biannual flight review through the Wings Program is why the AL Wing has adopted the policy that AL CAP check airman will no longer conduct flight reviews. Instead, the check airman will encourage CAP pilots to obtain their basic wings through the FAA safety program. Of course, as a pilot, you can still obtain your flight review from a non CAP instructor or if you are a professional pilot you will renew your flight review when you go to recurrent training. So, I am encouraging all pilots to go to the web site www.faasafety.gov to register and then download the user manual located on the home page. I believe this will encourage CAP pilots to take advantage of all the extensive on-line courses, safety seminars, and flight clinics that are available. Start now by going to the web site (www.faasafety.gov), check it out today to see how you too can take Wings. Maj. Chris Iddins AL-118 Standards/ Evaluations

CADET OATH
"I pledge to serve faithfully in the Civil Air Patrol Cadet Program and that I will attend meetings regularly, participate actively in unit activities, obey my officers, wear my uniform properly and advance my education and training rapidly to prepare myself to be of service to my community, state and nation."

Cadets Corner . . .

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The old saying time flies sure seems to be true. April is over and May is almost history as well. In April we were having freezing temperatures and May has already seen the 90 degree mark. What a difference! Really though, we still have the same number of hours in each day, it is just how we use them that makes a difference. As we look at the events of April and May it is amazing at the things that have been accomplished. Also, as we look ahead to the summer activities, we realize that there is still more to come. The big story in April was the destructive weather. The tornados of April 27th brought so much devastation to so many people. The effects of the tornados touched many lives of the Alabama Wing members, whether they suffered the loss of family members, injuries, or damage to property. Recovery is ongoing and there are still needs to be met. The members of our squadron are among the most caring and supportive people I know and they will not hesitate to help when those needs arise. I am proud to be associated with you and I thank you for pitching in to help whenever and wherever on a moments notice. April also brought the last cycle of WESS to us. This was the make up weekend and graduation exercise. Congratulations to all those that received their new qualifications. For those that received their GTM-3 rating, you need to also do the FEMA courses IS100 and IS700, pass them, print your certificate, bring it to the squadron for Major Randolph to enter into e-services before your quals will show up on your 101 card. The following cadets completed 100% of their tasks for their GTM-3 rating during WESS; C/Nathan Bedford, C/Tiffany Chandler, C/Christy Blankenship, C/Allaina Howard, C/Allison Howard, C/ James Mastroni, C/Andy Miller, C/ Michael Norwood, and C/Christian Norwood. Also, C/Jessica Lucy completed 100% of her tasks for her GTM-1 rating. We are all proud of you! See you at . . . .LAKE FTX!! In May during Professional Development weekend on May 6-8, there was an NCO Academy conducted at Maxwell. We had five cadets participate in this activity. They were C/Tiffany Chandler, C/Michael Norwood, C/Allaina Howard, C/ Allison Howard and C/ Thomas Bracker. I know they learned a lot and had a good time at NCOA. Congratulations goes to C/ Tiffany Chandler who received the Most Distinguished Cadet award at this NCOA. What an honor! While these cadets were at NCOA, everyone else was invited to a hangar party at the St. Clair County Airport. Now, before you think the NCOA cadets were left out of a good time, let me tell you this wasnt THAT kind of a party. No, this was a CLEANING party! I would like to thank those that came and helped clean the hangar, ops room and the CAP van. Hats off to a job WELL DONE! May was also a time for sadness, C/Andy Miller left us to move with his family to Valley, Al. C/ Miller was a great addition to our squadron and we already miss him. Im sure we will see him at CAP activities around the Wing and we extend an open invitation to him to come back to us any time. Summer is just around the corner and with it comes National Cadet Special Activities. What a mouthful! What a lot of activities our cadets are planning to participate in. I have seen forms for Al/MS encampment, NESA lists, Advanced Technology Academy in Colorado and heard plans for RCLS in Indiana. I want all the cadets participating in these activities to give us a report when they get back.

Aerospace Article . . .
Aerospace High
Aerospace news this month Endeavor made its final flight with astronaut Mark Kelley as the pilot and mission commander. This trip to the ISS made it possible for the U. S. section of the ISS to be completed. This was also the last spacewalk scheduled from a shuttle, and a Spectrometer was deployed to explore the origins of the universe. The shuttle is scheduled to depart the ISS on Sunday May 29 th as the shuttle program winds down. The last shuttle flight is scheduled for June 8 th with the shuttle Atlantis. Senior Members, I still have five hardback copies of the Journey of Flight for those who would like to use them to study for your Yeager Award. I will bring them and leave them in the Ops room for your use. If you have any questions contact me and I will do my best to answer. My email is cbennett50@bellsouth.net.

Did You Know? . . . CAPTAIN BENNETTS TRIVIA

Trivia Question

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The Aerospace, Character Development, Leadership, and Physical Training elements of the cadet program have monthly time requirements. What is the requirement for each element and where would you find this information? (All staff members are required to answer this!)

Did you know that completing your FEMA training does not automatically appear in your training record? You must print a copy of your certificate and bring it to the admin or records officer so that it can be put into your file. But it doesnt stop there. It must be entered into eServices in your Specialty Qualification Training Records, or SQTR for short. Once that has been submitted and confirmed, it will show as completed. That is why some of you still show up in a training status, even though you have completed all of the requirements. Remember, if the training you complete isnt completed in the CAP website and you dont get an official CAP certificate, you will have to have it entered into eServices before you can get credit for it. By the way, even if you can enter the training into eServices yourself, it still has to be validated. And now you know. Eddie Shurbutt, 1LT

Looking for Writers!!!

The Flight Log needs writers who would be willing to submit articles that pertain to the mission of CAP. Cadets, wed love to hear about your trips to WESS, Encampment, NESA, special training, volunteering ventures, etc . . . This applies to all senior members as well. Photos always add a lot to the articles. Please consider writing an article for the next newsletter.

Civil Air Patrol Trivia . . .

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Trivia Question for April

Where did the Wright Brothers open Americas first civilian flight school in 1910?
To win, be the first cadet and senior member to email the answer to Beth Shurbutt at: BShurbutt@yahoo.com Last Months Winners:

Thomas Bracker

AlabamaMississippi Summer Encampment June 24July 2, 2011 Ft. McClellan, Alabama Deadline to submit applicationJune 6 $180.00
The AL/MS Wing Summer Encampment will be held at Ft McClellan, AL during 24 Jun 2 Jul 2011.

JOHN HALL, Lt Col, CAP ALWG/DCP john.hall.cap@gmail.com (256) 656-5925 Staff Application: http://alwg.us/cp/2011%20Encampment%20Staff%20Application.pdf

For more information, go to: http://www.almsencampment.com/

Promotions and Photos . . .

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C/TSgt Tiffany Chandler

C/CMSgt Allaina Howard

C/MSgt Allison Howard

Places and Events . . .

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BLAST INTO THE EXPLOREUM to discover the final frontier at the Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center! From This Saturday, June 4, until August 28, visitors can enjoy a Spaced Out Summer featuring the Black Holes exhibit as well as the critically acclaimed Hubble IMAX film. Finally, the Exploreum will have exciting lab programs that will help visitors learn how and what astronauts eat in space and how rockets work. Travel out of this world with the Exploreum's Spaced Out Summer. Black Holes: Space Warps & Time Twists: This exhibit, produced by Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, is designed like a space mission; visitors are sent out to search for evidence of real black holes in our universe. Through a number of stations, a visitor will observe the peculiar properties of black holes, their amazing journey from theory to fact, and some common misconceptions. A variety of interactive components will give visitors an in-depth experience of how black holes behave, shape our universe and influence our lives. From Earth to the Universe: Loaned to the Exploreum from NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center, "From Earth to the Universe" is a collection of astronomical images that showcase the most dramatic views of the universe. The images represent the incredible variety of astronomical objects that are known to exist -- planets, comets, stars, nebulae, galaxies and the clusters in which they congregate. Digital Theater: Guests can continue their exploration of the galaxy at the Hearin-Chandler Virtual Journeys Digital Theater, which will be producing a new show called "Stars Over Alabama." A narrator will showcase the constellations that can be viewed from the Mobile area during the summer months. BioLab: Guests will have the chance to create and devour their own space snack, while learning about the difficulties of preparing food for space travel. ChemLab: It's a countdown to fun with "H20 Blast-Off!" Visitors will learn the science behind propulsion and how common tap water can be used to launch a rocket. The ChemLab will also feature "Under Pressure," which shows how forces in space can be a tight squeeze! Admission prices for Spaced Out Summer and permanent exhibits are $12.00 for adults, $11 for youth and seniors and $10 for children. Combo tickets, which include a viewing of the IMAX film, are $16 for adults, $15 for youth and seniors and $14 for children. Exploreum members can take full advantage of Spaced Out Summer at no additional cost.

NASA Releases April 27 Tornado Images Merging Satellite Data and Doppler
http://blog.al.com/space-news/2011/06/ nasa_releases_april_27_tornado.html#incart_hbx

Southeast Region Staff College . . .

SOUTHEAST REGION STAFF COLLEGE August 7 13, 2011 Knoxville, Tennessee
Southeast Region Staff College (SERSC) 2011

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Region Staff College is the formal in-residence course required for completion of Level IV (Command and Staff) of the CAP officer professional development program. SERSC prepares selected CAP officers (normally Majors and Major selects) to better execute the duties and responsibilities associated with CAP command and staff positions at the Region and Wing levels.

Who Should Attend

CAP senior members who have completed Level III of the professional development program and currently hold command or staff positions at any level within CAP, are eligible to attend the SERSC. Others may attend on a space available basis with an approved waiver (See note below). Waiver Requests: The Region Commander may permit attendance at Region Staff College prior to completion of Level III on an exception basis. If an SERSC student is requesting a waiver it must accompany the CAP Form 17. The Region Commanders approved written waiver should be sent to the Director, Southeast Region Staff College prior to the course start date.

2011 Southeast Region Staff College

LASS DATES: Sunday, 7 August 2011 Saturday, 13 August 2011 2011 FEES: STUDENT TUITION: $150.00 per student (Includes Student's Dining Out Banquet) BANQUET (GUESTS AND STAFF): $30.00 per person

KEY DATES: 20 May 2011 = Deadline for Staff and Faculty Applications 17 Jun 2011 = Student Application Deadline for the Class of 2011 08 Jul 2011 =Withdrawal Deadline (NO REFUNDS after this date)
INQUIRIES: Please forward any questions or comments to: Col Alvin J. Bedgood at Alvin.Bedgood@Yahoo.com * The 2011 Participants Handbook is available online for additional information.

Key dates to remember when considering application to Regional Staff College: 17 Jun 2011: Approved applications with attachments due to SERSC Director 08 Jul 2011: Withdrawal deadline (no refunds after this date) 15 Jul 2011: Pre-Class Written Assignments Due 07 Aug 2011: Staff College Start Date (Sign in at SERSC 1500 1600) 12 Aug 2011: Dining Out 13 Aug 2011: Graduation (Depart after 1100) Key Costs to remember when considering application to Regional Staff College:

SERSC 2011 Student Tuition: $150.00 Dining Out Guests: $30.00 per guest Billeting: $17.00 per night (payable via credit card when you check in at billeting)

Application Information: Send your completed and approved application CAPF 17 (via your chain of command) along with the required attachments and funds (checks, no cash) to:
Col Al Bedgood, CAP, Director, SERSC, P. O. Box 18264, Tampa, FL E-Mail: Alvin.Bedgood@Yahoo.com Handbook is available at: http://sercap.us/resources/13/RSC/RSC2011_Participants_Handbook.pdf Additional Information regarding registration is available at:

http://sercap.us/
If you have any additional questions beyond what is provided here please do not hesitate to contact me. I am aware of between 10-15 members who have indicated an interest in participation. The possibility of carpooling is strong depending upon how many individuals are interested in attending. If submitting an application please copy the information to me at rkilgore@bellsouth.net so I can put together a list for others if members do want to carpool to the event.