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I didn't see the show, hopefully it will be rerun soon, but I wanted to ask if the pathfinder episodes were filmed at Meaford last fall? I was there doing pre-deployment training for Op Athena, and there were a few reg force courses running, one of them was a pathfinder course, and I remember...

There is no reason why the military option should not be available to the civil powers should the situation warrant. Obviously, it should not be a first option.  But any time a search warrant is conducted on a large rural property, it is going to require a certain amount of manpower.  Just...

I would disagree with this statement.  I have never read any works by any historians who made the case that the Cold War was in fact World War III.  One could probably more successfully argue that the Cold War was in fact a continuation of World War II that included a shift of allegiences...

I feel like vomiting everytime I eat one, so they wouldn't be too far off!  :) This week I saw one of my compatriots attach his space C9 pouch to the back, sort of like a tiny back pack.  Said he had his scarf in there.  Since we haven't carried rucksakcs on this pre-deployment training since...

If you are lucky enough to be issued a compass and map, as I was for a few nav ex's this fall, you can put the compass in the left grenade pouch, and the map in the inside map pocket.  It's actually quite convenient, and you normally use the left hand to hold the compass anyway (if you are a...

You're not wearing the black socks by themselves are you?  They're not designed for that.  They are a liner sock, and are worn next to the foot, with either the green or grey sock over top. I am surprised no one mentioned the Goretex sock yet.  I got a set two months ago, but haven't had a...

And now for some real help... It takes a while to make those name stripes, although flags should be readily available.  Ask as soon as you get the chance, or on your first day of your course.  Normally, at the beginning of a recruit course, there are lots of admin issues such as deficient kit...

I am infantry, and I have been in about two-and-a-half years, and didn't do any "live fire" training (other than ranges) until I participated in pre-deployment training, when I did live fire pairs and live fire section attacks. The exception is the annual concentration exercise in the summer...

I'm in Meaford now, doing Op Athena pre-deployment training, and I am reminded of why I hate the place so much. Marching in step - We are not on course, but because so many people are, it has been deemed that we shall march in step and carry rifles are the shoulder arms anyway.  Luckily I'm a...

Yes, it's true. As members of Canada's military, we are not entitled to form a collective bargaining unit, and we are not entitled to petition for changes to our pay & benefits. However, the Treasury Board Secretariat defines and sets all pay & benefits policy for the entire public service...

Combat Cook, I had an argument (discussion?) with a corporal who should know better (leadership trained and time in) about the use of the CF as aid to the civil power in the event of a riot/public order problem that the police couldn't handle. The discussion came up while we watched some of...

You will also get lessons on dismounted infantry ops, mainly conduct of the defensive, principles of war, etc.  I have my SQ notes somewhere at home, it's not very exciting stuff.  I think Mine Awareness was on there too. I did reserve SQ last summer.  We were still being taught the 84mm...

The pay scales aren't amazing but they are workable.  I doubt you'd be a MCpl after only 5 years in the regs, but the pay is comparable to other areas of the public service - which isn't surprising since the Treasury Board sets the pay for both the CF and the rest of the public service. Four...

Here is a prediction:  HRH The Prince William of Wales will (after uni) join the Royal Navy. The Naval heritage amongst members of the Royal Family is legendary, and seems to be requisite for those expected to advance to the throne. However, for those less likely to be throned, other vocations...

As a customs guy, I find it noteworthy and interesting that the M203 grenades are about the same size as, and would fit inside of a can of coke. I'd like to think if I get overseas on Roto 3 there would be lots I could take pictures of and share, but I have a funny feeling D&S at Mirage won't...

Congrats to Army.ca on their 100,000th post!  :)

Fuel tabs should still be in the system, no? I found the Canadian Peacekeeper zip-up boot covers great for sleeping with your boots on, they keep the inside of your sleeping bag from getting muddy.  The same company's pillow, with 1 fleece side, is a worthwhile comfort item, too.  You can put...

I make it my mission to reduce the amount of kit I have occupying space in my house. When I was told to draw Goretex/IECS, I saw the amount of stuff they gave me (fleece top/bottom x 2, goretex coat, goretex parka, goretex wind pants, long underwear top, "new" underwear... they didn't have long...

The WWB are real nice in mucky springtime or wet fall conditions, but as soon as the frost hits and the ground starts to freeze, they are an accident waiting to happen.  I've seen MANY people nearly buy it walking around in those. To be perfectly honest, I've had no problems with the MkIII's in...

Can I assume the yellow tips of the M203 bombs indicate HE?  I've only seen the blue (chalk) ones. Let me join the others in saying "great photos"!  I particularly like the ricked out C9, with the adjustable butt stock ... but what the heck is that scope on it?  I've never seen anything like...