1st CAP Meeting

[BrandonKea]

Gotta start somewhere (as I'm re-learning :-)  )

[BTCS1*]

Its not bad for your first time, and 40 sit up/curl up/crunches is wht u mean? Just try to team up with another cadet and practice together, that's what I do.

[C/MSgt Lunsford]

Its Fun. I was confused while we were drilling back. Our Cadence went

"Eft, Eft, We are Military, RIGHT
Eft, Eft, (Pause)Right, Eft."

As you said before somewhere on this forum, "We are not really Military". It just confused me. 

[BTCS1*]

hmmm... I've heard one that goes your milirary left, but never that one. Don't worry bout it, although we aren't to clear things up

[DC]

Per AFMAN 36-2203 that isn't a correct way to call cadence, but we'll leave that alone.

I have never heard it called like you described, I have heard 'left, left, your military left' though.

Either way, CAP is associated with the Air Force, but we are not the military. Some cadets (and Seniors) take the association further than it actually extends, you may have encountered one of these individuals. In any event, I wouldn't worry too much about what your Flight Sergeant (or whoever was drilling you) was saying, beyond making sure you were on step.

[notaNCO forever]

hmmm... I've heard one that goes your milirary left, but never that one. Don't worry bout it, although we aren't to clear things up

Per AFMAN 36-2203 that isn't a correct way to call cadence, but we'll leave that alone.

This is from the 36-2203.

2.5.1. The instructor counts cadence to acquaint students with cadence rhythm. When trainees get out of
step, the instructor either corrects them by counting cadence or halts the element and then moves them
off in step. Counting cadence helps teach coordination and rhythm. Cadence is given in sets of two as
follows: HUT, TOOP, THREEP, FOURP; HUT, TOOP, THREEP, FOURP. To help keep in step,
unit members should keep the head up and watch the head and shoulders of the person directly in front
of them.

[BrandonKea]

hmmm... I've heard one that goes your milirary left, but never that one. Don't worry bout it, although we aren't to clear things up

Per AFMAN 36-2203 that isn't a correct way to call cadence, but we'll leave that alone.

This is from the 36-2203.

2.5.1. The instructor counts cadence to acquaint students with cadence rhythm. When trainees get out of
step, the instructor either corrects them by counting cadence or halts the element and then moves them
off in step. Counting cadence helps teach coordination and rhythm. Cadence is given in sets of two as
follows: HUT, TOOP, THREEP, FOURP; HUT, TOOP, THREEP, FOURP. To help keep in step,
unit members should keep the head up and watch the head and shoulders of the person directly in front
of them.

Yep, and you'll never hear anyone at BMT or Tech Schools doing anything BUT this... 

[C/MSgt Lunsford]

Ah, who knows. We're Aux. Its the closest you will get to Military with out actually enlisting. 

[C/MSgt Lunsford]

My Actual ID Membership Card came in today. I printed my temporary out on the 21st. Now there is no need for the temporary card 

[SarDragon]

If it doesn't have a picture on it, it's not an ID card, it's a membership card.

[C/MSgt Lunsford]

Op. Ok. My "Membership Card" Came in today. I think I have to upload a photo to get my ID Card.

[BTCS1*]

Yes you do, the guidelines are available on eServices at the photo upload link. Then you have to have it approved by your CC and then you can order it from the Photo ID payment link. I think its 4 dollars. But you may want to wait till your an airman because it says your grade on the card.

[BrandonKea]

Yes you do, the guidelines are available on eServices at the photo upload link. Then you have to have it approved by your CC and then you can order it from the Photo ID payment link. I think its 4 dollars. But you may want to wait till your an airman because it says your grade on the card.

Why, if he gets it now, won't it say CADET, which will be right until he goes Senior, which may be longer than he's a C/Amn?

[BTCS1*]

Im not sure, but CADET would be better. But if it says C/AB then it may be good to wait. Maybe the kb says something.

[AlphaSigOU]

Yes you do, the guidelines are available on eServices at the photo upload link. Then you have to have it approved by your CC and then you can order it from the Photo ID payment link. I think its 4 dollars. But you may want to wait till your an airman because it says your grade on the card.

Why, if he gets it now, won't it say CADET, which will be right until he goes Senior, which may be longer than he's a C/Amn?

If the squadron keeps up with online promotions on eServices, the grade is updated automatically when each achievement is completed. Otherwise it only updates when one reaches a milestone award (C/SSgt, C/2d Lt, C/Capt, C/Lt Col, C/Col).

[Always Ready]

Yes you do, the guidelines are available on eServices at the photo upload link. Then you have to have it approved by your CC and then you can order it from the Photo ID payment link. I think its 4 dollars. But you may want to wait till your an airman because it says your grade on the card.

Why, if he gets it now, won't it say CADET, which will be right until he goes Senior, which may be longer than he's a C/Amn?

I may be wrong on this, but last I heard, if the squadron keeps up with the promotion in eServices, NHQ sends out a new membership card with updated grade.

I would much rather it say CADET on it than it get updated every 2+ months. Waste of money IMO.

Edit: *insert rant on NHQ not caring about FO grades*

[BrandonKea]

Yes you do, the guidelines are available on eServices at the photo upload link. Then you have to have it approved by your CC and then you can order it from the Photo ID payment link. I think its 4 dollars. But you may want to wait till your an airman because it says your grade on the card.

Why, if he gets it now, won't it say CADET, which will be right until he goes Senior, which may be longer than he's a C/Amn?

I may be wrong on this, but last I heard, if the squadron keeps up with the promotion in eServices, NHQ sends out a new membership card with updated grade.

I would much rather it say CADET on it than it get updated every 2+ months. *insert rant on NHQ not caring about FO grades*

Good gravy, I hope you're wrong. What a waste...

And you'll live, FO grades suck but like all things, they're only temporary.

[C/MSgt Lunsford]

***Update***

I just Completed my General Emergency Services Test a few minutes ago. Just in time to make it to the Next Mission this Saturday at 6:00 am. Boy, I am going to have to get up early.

In other news, I have Completed my LL1, PT Test, Drill, and Moral Leadership. This upcoming SAREX will count as an activity and that will finish my check list. This June 30th I should be getting Promoted to Cadet Airman.

Edit: Oh boy, what fun I am having sewing my Patches onto my BDUs at 2:06 in the morning. This is sooo fun. 

[PhoenixRisen]

I am sewing my Patches onto my BDUs at 2:06 in the morning.

Uh - why?

[SJFedor]

***Update***

I just Completed my General Emergency Services Test a few minutes ago. Just in time to make it to the Next Mission this Saturday at 6:00 am. Boy, I am going to have to get up early.

In other news, I have Completed my LL1, PT Test, Drill, and Moral Leadership. This upcoming SAREX will count as an activity and that will finish my check list. This June 30th I should be getting Promoted to Cadet Airman.

Edit: Oh boy, what fun I am having sewing my Patches onto my BDUs at 2:06 in the morning. This is sooo fun. 

Um....qualified GES = required tests + Level 1 (seniors) or Curry (cadets).