638 Algonquin Squadron will be conducting an aircrew survival weekend on 23-25 September 2011. This activity will teach cadets basic survival skills in a fun and hands on atmosphere. The cadets will be sleeping in tents or improvised shelters and eating military MRE's (meal, ready-to-eat). The activity will be conducted on a private property in the local area.
What are we going to do?
-Build improvised shelters
-Light and maintain fires
-Tie knots and lashings
-Collect water
-Construct snares
-Orienteering
-have fun!
Cadets are to meet at the Pembroke Armoury for 1800 (6pm) on Friday September 23rd. Cadets are to refer to the kit list that was given out for guidance on what to pack. Permission forms can be obtained from the office and are required for this activity. Remember, you must have your health card in order to board the bus.
Cadets can be picked up again from the Pembroke Armoury on Sunday September 25th at 4pm.
