NJWG Summer Basic Encampment

[VPI18]

This cadet wishes to attend basic encampment this summer but does not want to pay the price the NYWG asks for. Therefore, this cheap cadet would like to attend NJWG encampment. However, this cadet does not know when the dates for the encampment are and would like to know. This cadet would also like to find out what the application procedures are for an out-of-wing cadet because as far as this cadet knows, NJWG has an all online application system.

[CadetProgramGuy]

ok....

1. Please stop talking in 3rd person.  You are a cadet, but not a robot.  You are allowed to use phrases like "I want to attend NJWG encampment....."

2. CAPF31 is the paper application to attend the encampment, however if it is online there should be a point of contact, however it doesn't seem like NJWG as announced their encampment yet.

[CASH172]

As far as I know, the staff are still working on getting a final date set.  The staffing process has already begun and is on going. 

[Turtle1]

The final date for NJWG Basic has not been set, though right now it looks like it will be held in July.  Out of wing cadets may attend but you will need your wing commander's signature.  Obtaining the signature should not be a problem.  Now would be a great time for you to brush up on your communication skills BEFORE you attend encampment.

                                    Good luck at encampment!

[VPI18]

Thank you for the information, sirs.

I will definitely try to brush up on my communication skills before encampment. For some reason, I thought that it would be appropriate to refer to myself in the third person when addressing an unknown audience. I now realize that there is a flaw in my judgment.

[davidsinn]

Thank you for the information, sirs.

I will definitely try to brush up on my communication skills before encampment. For some reason, I thought that it would be appropriate to refer to myself in the third person when addressing an unknown audience. I now realize that there is a flaw in my judgment.

Here's another little tip: Lose the "sirs" You probably got that from watching MASH. The proper response would be: "thank you gentlemen" or "thank you Sir."

[VPI18]

Thanks for the tip, sir. I didn't think of it being from MASH when I typed it, but I guess I subconsciously typed it, being that I never quite figured out the plural of "sir."

[davidsinn]

Thanks for the tip, sir. I didn't think of it being from MASH when I typed it, but I guess I subconsciously typed it, being that I never quite figured out the plural of "sir."

That throws quite a few seniors too so don't worry too much if it slips out.

[swamprat86]

The planning for this year's encampment is moving ahead.  Unfortunately, the July dates we were looking at are not available through the AF unit that allows us to use their facility.  We are waiting on confirmation on dates in August and as soon as they are confirmed I will post the information here.  You can also go to our wing website http://njwg.cap.gov for updates.

As far as registering, we do use an online process however CAPF31s with appropriate signatures are required upon arrival.  In your case, you will need you Wing Commander to be the final sign off for your application.

I am a member of the staff so feel free to PM me if you have any specific questions.

[VPI18]

Thank you. Have there been any updates? Is there a date when online registration is set to open?

P.S. Capt Johnston, is it possible to move the topic to the correct Encampments and NCSAs forum? Thank you in advance, sir.

[DBlair]

NJ Wing... home sweet home...

[swamprat86]

We have gotten the final approval on dates.  It will be from 15 August to 22 August at Ft. Dix.  We will be using the facilites of the 421st EWC again and we will be opening the online registration shortly.  The cost for this year's encampment is $125 for basic cadets.  We had to slightly increase the registration fee due to the rising costs.  We will be updating the encampment website shortly with the information as well.

If anyone has any questions about the encampment, they may email us at njwg.encampment@njwg.cap.gov.

[VPI18]

I have registered for the encampment and just need the paperwork done. When will the forms be updated with the 2009 versions?

[Mullins]

This is the link to the registration page: http://2009njwgencampment.eventbrite.com/

After you register, you should receive a packet by email with your forms.  If you do not, then contact the encampment commander MAG Jennings at this email: <robert.jennings@njwg.cap.gov>

If you have any more questions, do not hesitate to ask me.  I am on staff for the encampment.

[VPI18]

I received an e-mail with the subject:
Order Confirmation for 2009 NJ Wing Basic Encampment and NCO Academy

In the body, it reads:
This is your confirmation.
Etc, etc.
*Please go to "http://encampment.njwg.cap.gov/Forms08.htm" to fill out and download all neccesary forms. *Bring all the forms, completed and signed, with you to registration. *Bring current CAPID card to registration.

My issue is that with the exception of F31, all of those are dated for last year's encampment. Should I have received another e-mail?

[swamprat86]

We are updating the dates on the forms.  Once they are completed, they will be uploaded to the website and email to those who have registered. 

If there are questions, please send emails to njwg.encampment@njwg.cap.gov.

BTW its Lt Col Jennings, not MAG

[Mullins]

BTW its Lt Col Jennings, not MAG

Thanks, kinda out of it right now

[swamprat86]

The forms have been updated and those who have already registered should have received an email with the ilnks to the updated forms.  If you have registered and did not get the new email, PM me and I will send you the link.

[Ozzy]

Well good luck at the NJWg Encampment! I heard it's really fun, we had a cadet last year go to the NCO Academy and earned Honor NCO there.

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And it's now pretty much moot, but did you know there IS financial aid for first-time encampment to those that asked at NYWg/

[VPI18]

Hey, Captain Ozzy! It's Cadet Pan, your roommate at SARCOMP.

Well good luck at the NJWg Encampment! I heard it's really fun, we had a cadet last year go to the NCO Academy and earned Honor NCO there.

Thank you sir. Good luck at CTWg and NYWg encampment!

And it's now pretty much moot, but did you know there IS financial aid for first-time encampment to those that asked at NYWg?

Yes sir, I did. (After you told me) But, I would likely have been wait-listed anyway. My CAP buddy (the cadet who joined the same meeting as me, and oddly enough got promoted the same time as me...twice) applied for NYWg encampment, but was on the bottom of the wait-list. When he (and I) made C/A1C, he called Maj Falco and was put (and still is) on the top of the (seemingly eternal) waitlist.

[BTCS1*]

off topic. But to further derail this thread...what squadron are you from ozzy and when/where do u meet? I'm on long island for the summer and wanna try to go to some meetings. I know better handeled by PM.

[Eclipse]

Its right in his sig...

[Ozzy]

PM sent.

Anyways, I also met quite a few NJWg cadets at the past two NER Competitions, both for NCC(08) and SAR(09). All of them very professional, and dedicated, and I'd love to one year go down to NJ to staff an encampment there, maybe next year if I don't staff NYWg.

[Dragon 3-2]

I'll be the Public Affairs OIC this year

[VPI18]

I'll be the Public Affairs OIC this year

I'm looking forward to meeting you, sir. Oh and BTW, good luck at NCC.

Back on the NJWG Encampment topic, I have several questions regarding some items on the Packing List:
First, it says:
1 Grade insignia with backing
1 CAP cut out with backing
Is this an oversight? I thought it was changed to grade on both collars in an ICL to M39-1. 
Secondly:
7 Plain black t-shirts  (no writing or pictures)
I am certain that this is IAW the 1 Nov 2006 NJWG Supplement to M39-1. As a NYWGer, can I wear brown t-shirts? I just don't have that many black t-shirts.

[Mullins]

Don't know about the CAP cut outs, but you have to bring the BLACK Tshirts.

[swamprat86]

Black T-shirts are required.  We will make the correction to the uniform list IAW the ICL changes.

[VPI18]

Alright, thanks. Looks like I'll need to do some shopping.

[Rotorhead]

Alright, thanks. Looks like I'll need to do some shopping.

Yep. At Wal-Mart. $4 each. Go get 'em.

[DBlair]

Alright, thanks. Looks like I'll need to do some shopping.

Yep. At Wal-Mart. $4 each. Go get 'em.

I believe Hanes or Fruit of the Loom sells a 3 or 5 pack of black T-shirts. I vaguely remember seeing these available at Walmart or Target in the tshirt/undershirt section.

[Ozzy]

Yes Wal-Mart does, however I believe they are the "Pocket" variation. Over for the CTWg encampment, a question was asked about being able to have pockets on them, and they said no, so over at NJWg, that might be the same. I am though, trying to find where I can find these black t-shirts I got last year for NYWg encampment. I think Target might have them. They were fruit of the loom, perfect-t with no pocket. Or try K-Mart.

Or worse comes to worse, order online here, it's cheap-ish and could be fast

[NC Hokie]

Alright, thanks. Looks like I'll need to do some shopping.

Yep. At Wal-Mart. $4 each. Go get 'em.

Check Walgreens if you have one nearby; the local one (in NC) has a display of colored t-shirts on sale at 5 for $10.00.

[DBlair]

Yes Wal-Mart does, however I believe they are the "Pocket" variation. Over for the CTWg encampment, a question was asked about being able to have pockets on them, and they said no, so over at NJWg, that might be the same. I am though, trying to find where I can find these black t-shirts I got last year for NYWg encampment. I think Target might have them. They were fruit of the loom, perfect-t with no pocket. Or try K-Mart.

Or worse comes to worse, order online here, it's cheap-ish and could be fast

I recently purchased a black non-pocket T-Shirt from Walmart and I think it was something like $4, but only came individually from what I saw. Some Walmarts seem to only carry the pocket version, and others seem to carry both. Also, as mentioned earlier, I remember seeing a multiple-tshirt (3? 5?) pack a while ago, but it could have been with the pocket as I didn't really look closely.

Do the bases still sell black t-shirts?

[Ozzy]

Well according to fruit.com (Yes, it's Fruit of the Loom's website!), AFFES does sell black pocket-free t-shirts.

[DBlair]

Well according to fruit.com (Yes, it's Fruit of the Loom's website!), AFFES does sell black pocket-free t-shirts.

LOL @ Fruit.com web address

[Mullins]

Alright, thanks. Looks like I'll need to do some shopping.

You can get them at K-Mart or Target in packs.

[swamprat86]

To bring the topic back in line a little, we just had an opening for a flight commander.  Cadet officers may email their interest to the encampment commander, Lt Col Robert Jennings, at njwg.encampment@njwg.cap.gov.

The encampment is from 16 Aug - 22 Aug at Ft Dix, NJ with the staff reporting 15 Aug.

[SimpleCM]

Registration closes for in-flight Basics and NCO Academy students in less than 3 days!

The NJ Wing Basic Encampment and NCO Academy is being held at Fort Dix and McGuire AFB from Saturday, 15 August to 22 August 2009.  The registration is available online at http://2009njwgencampment.eventbrite.com/.  Costs for Basics and NCOA students is $125.

Looking forward to seeing everyone there.


Regards,


Lt Col Bob Jennings, CAP
Vice Commander, NJ Wing

Commander
NJ Wing 2009 Basic Encampment & NCO Academy

[kung]

Visit njwgcap.org for NJWG BE '09 details.