1st CAP Meeting

C/MSgt Lunsford · May 06, 2009, 04:41:11 AM

Thanks. Don't want to act like a butt the first few days on CAP Talk.

DBlair · May 06, 2009, 06:33:52 AM

Just a suggestion...

Since you are very new in the program, try to learn as much as you can and keep an open mind when people try to correct or explain/teach you something. A single meeting and technically not even a member yet is not enough experience to start debating with people who have probably been in CAP longer than you have been alive. I'm not trying to jump down your throat or anything, but just try to keep an open mind when you are being corrected about CAP information- until you have sufficient experience and factual references (such as actual regulations, etc) to debate otherwise.

All this being said, you seem very eager to join CAP and I applaud you for that. Keep up the motivation, get involved, and be a sharp Cadet. Welcome to CAP!

C/MSgt Lunsford · May 06, 2009, 12:10:35 PM

Thanks DBlair. I know. I am a natural born debater, and I need to control that especially when you guys know what you are talking about. Sorry, I sorta got out of control.

LtCol Hooligan · May 06, 2009, 02:19:54 PM

Don't worry, encampment will fix the debating with you real quick

. Just giving you grief- in all seriousness, there is so much in CAP that it is important to just take the first several months to learn all you can. Listen and learn.

Now, here is some help that I give to my new cadets. Curt and Joe have really stepped things up at NHQ:

Cadet Super Form-http://members.gocivilairpatrol.com/cadet_programs/index.cfm/announcing_the_cadet_super_chart_17

New Cadet Help- http://members.gocivilairpatrol.com/cadet_programs/new_cadet_help/

C/MSgt Lunsford · May 06, 2009, 08:25:16 PM

Quote from: LtCol Hooligan on May 06, 2009, 02:19:54 PM
Don't worry, encampment will fix the debating with you real quick . Just giving you grief- in all seriousness, there is so much in CAP that it is important to just take the first several months to learn all you can. Listen and learn.

Now, here is some help that I give to my new cadets. Curt and Joe have really stepped things up at NHQ:

Cadet Super Form-http://members.gocivilairpatrol.com/cadet_programs/index.cfm/announcing_the_cadet_super_chart_17

New Cadet Help- http://members.gocivilairpatrol.com/cadet_programs/new_cadet_help/

Thanks. That Super Chart really clears things up for me

C/MSgt Lunsford · May 13, 2009, 02:38:58 AM

Well. Today was my second meeting. I gave my application to my Commanding Officer and now I am a proud member of CAP. Yay. Thanks guys for the advice and so forth before I joined, I really impressed my CO with the information I have researched and learned before hand. Thank.

IceNine · May 13, 2009, 03:11:24 AM

Sorry to burst the bubble BUT...

Congratulations on handing in your application, you are now an official applicant for membership.

The real fun comes when your application gets accepted by NHQ and you get listed as a member. You'll get a nifty membership card, eventually some books, and if you ask nicely you may get a brand new set of blues.

C/MSgt Lunsford · May 13, 2009, 03:23:17 AM

Oh boy. Ok. Well I should have it by next week. (ID and Portfolio w/textbook)

Spike · May 13, 2009, 03:24:52 AM

Don't listen to IceNine. Welcome to CAP! You should have a great time at your Squadron. It is one of the Best Units in CAP. Your Squadron Commander has worked very hard for a very long time to create an excellent unit, with great programs and a superior corps of Cadets and Senior Members (Officers).

Keep coming back to CAPTALK to let us know how you are progressing, and what you learn in the program.

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(It is great to see such enthusiasm from a new member, lets not squash it here trying to be "smart, coy and cynical)

MIKE · May 13, 2009, 03:31:05 AM

Merged.

IceNine · May 13, 2009, 03:35:22 AM

Quote from: Spike on May 13, 2009, 03:24:52 AM

Keep coming back to CAPTALK to let us know how you are progressing, and what you learn in the program.

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(It is great to see such enthusiasm from a new member, lets not squash it here trying to be "smart, coy and cynical)

Enthusiasm unfortunately is not conducive to realistic expectations. Unrealistic expectations cause hurt feelings and sour milk, or something like that

Spike · May 13, 2009, 03:43:26 AM

Quote from: IceNine on May 13, 2009, 03:35:22 AM
Enthusiasm unfortunately is not conducive to realistic expectations. Unrealistic expectations cause hurt feelings and sour milk, or something like that

True, but surely we can make the argument that this Cadet will have no issues with NHQ as the SQD Commander vouches for him meeting the criteria to join. Unless Mom or Dad's check bounces, or the Social Security Number brings up multiple warrants for his arrest in some unknown database somewhere he should be treated as though he were a member.

Lets also remember he can print a temporary Card from E-Services as soon as he shows up on the "books", until his real card arrives.

We all could be so lucky to get a Cadet so excited about CAP he or she Joins CAPTALK before they even attend a meeting. CAPTALK is a great place to learn the good, bad and (unfortunately) ugly about our organizations.

C/MSgt Lunsford · May 13, 2009, 04:06:56 AM

Yup. I finally got to do some drills. Really exciting. We played something called "Knockout". That was exciting too. I was the first one out, but all is good.

USADOD · May 13, 2009, 04:15:53 AM

Spike beat me to it :clap:

Quote from: IceNine on May 13, 2009, 03:11:24 AM
Sorry to burst the bubble BUT...

Congratulations on handing in your application, you are now an official applicant for membership.

The real fun comes when your application gets accepted by NHQ and you get listed as a member. You'll get a nifty membership card, eventually some books, and if you ask nicely you may get a brand new set of blues.

unfortunately, this is true. You are a official candidate, not a official CAP member yet. While im sure as noted their should be no problem clearing your application at NHQ, but their are reason for delays and denials(never seen one) and assumption is never a good thing. Hence, Early welcoming and as a hint once mailed it usually takes four(4) days before your posted in the NHQ system. Once your in the system you will be able to log into eService at http://www.capnhq.gov where you will be able to print a temporary membership card for proof of membership until your Hard membership card is received by mail.

BTCS1* · May 13, 2009, 04:20:12 AM

Fun game, many names for it though. Played it at my squadron earlier, I love standing behind cadets then calling about face. The expressions on the cadets face is priceless, even better if they get supprised and knock into another cadet!

C/MSgt Lunsford · May 21, 2009, 03:07:17 AM

Hey all, I finally got my CAP ID today. Along with my Blues, and other important stuff.

All I have to do is Wait for the Snail Mail to deliver my boots from Spike. (Thanks again Spike) .

MIKE · May 21, 2009, 03:22:22 AM

Merged.

C/MSgt Lunsford · May 21, 2009, 03:25:12 AM

Ah. Sorry about that again. I guess I will keep posting updates in this thread.

BTCS1* · May 21, 2009, 05:06:37 AM

Congratulations! You are now a member!

C/MSgt Lunsford · May 27, 2009, 02:31:35 AM

Had PT today.

32 in - Sit & Reach
16 - Push Ups (I know I am horrible)
10.3 sec - Shuttle Run
40 - Sit and Reach

Thanks for everyones support, I am just waiting for the good 'ol Blues.