Looks good.

I figured if I was going to have to cut the velcro off the front to trim it, why not just sew the grade directly to the hat?  Did the same with the name tape on the back.  It's not like I'm going to be getting promoted or changing my name any time soon.

okay finally got our three new Navy Blue Tactical Caps set up!

Quote from: Jaybird180 on June 13, 2025, 09:12:52 PMSimple Question: Is a CSM responsible for completing Level 1?

I have not found the policy answer for this. We have a CSM in my unit and he showed me that eServices has L1 as an enrollment option for him and he started it that so he could complete CPPT.

CAPR 39-2, Para 3.5.1.4. They must complete Level 1 and Cadet Protection Program training prior to associating an any way with CAP cadets.

Easy one - anyone can take FEMA online courses.

Not sure about the rest.

Simple Question: Is a CSM responsible for completing Level 1?

I have not found the policy answer for this. We have a CSM in my unit and he showed me that eServices has L1 as an enrollment option for him and he started it that so he could complete CPPT.

Second Question: Can CSMs take courses intended for our normal Adult Leaders (ie TLC or FEMA courses online)?

Quote from: Shuman 14 on June 06, 2025, 07:57:27 PMI get being behind the power curve and, out of training cycle, etc. but turning them away, or delaying their entry just seems counter-productive to me.

This is the usual argument against the cohort approach, however I've seen the success of cohorts convert a lot of non-believers. At least for cadets, I don't know about senior member recruiting.

Quote from: Shuman 14 on June 06, 2025, 07:57:27 PMIn an organization that is 100% volunteer based and mainly funded by volunteer dues, this is a terrible idea.

If someone shows up and is interested in joining, we should darn sure welcome them with open arms.

I get being behind the power curve and, out of training cycle, etc. but turning them away, or delaying their entry just seems counter-productive to me.

Which is why the Great Start program is not mandatory, it's up to each unit to decide to use it or not.

I like the flag, but am a minimalist and prefer to have as few things as possible on all of my uniforms. 

Before that - 1976, for the Bicentennial. Everyone, and I mean everyone, were putting flags on their uniforms. Police, Girl Scouts, etc.

In an organization that is 100% volunteer based and mainly funded by volunteer dues, this is a terrible idea.

If someone shows up and is interested in joining, we should darn sure welcome them with open arms.

I get being behind the power curve and, out of training cycle, etc. but turning them away, or delaying their entry just seems counter-productive to me.