Search results

Rob, How do you conclude that "It does not fit with the CPU", beyond repeating the statements issued by Dcdts et al? Yes I have read the Developmental period 1-3 materials. But that material does not exclude objective testing. As I wrote, Yes, NSCE will be eliminated in 2011 - and replaced by...

Neil, I have read the developmental theory behind this and I hope you are correct. However, drawing from the briefings so far, I am not comforted. I think they have found a hammer and everything now looks like a nail... a convenient, low effort nail, and a cheap nail because it does not require...

One other update  - this may be obvious to others but news to me Turns out that the three sets of POs in the new Cadet Program Update are virtualy identical across the three elements PO sections 1-9 (of only 12 in the Army program) are identical. Sea Cadets A-CR-CCP-601/PG-001 Army Cadets...

Here's the linkage Green Star  Cadet Program Update http://www.cadets.ca/_docs/CPU/ACRCCP701PG001_E070101A%20Reduced.pdf The above is a big document but an essential read for those involved in the Program. No testing or evaluation. More alarming is the elimination of the National Star...

CIC folks - and senior cadets if you have read it: What are your thoughts on the new Green Star Army cadet content? Is this even teachable? (I'm a little concerned that the kids will slip off into a coma) A particular surprise was the complete lack of testing of any kind (advancement seems to...

1) C-8 - mess dress! White shirt and bow tie and now authorized! (been done forever) 2) OG-107 Staff and course cadets on certain courses will get them temp issued. (been done forever) 3) CADPAT is specifically mentioned as not being authorized for cadets at all. (still a silly idea but I'll...

Jetboil now available in Canada distributor is In-Sport Fashions Inc. 125, boul. Montpellier Montreal, QC H4N 2G3 Canada 800-465-9637 In Toronto Hikers Haven / Europe Bound has brought them in about time!!

Some will remember the HUGE volume of 44 headstamped .303 that was warehoused in Borden until the early 80's when it suddenly and mysteriously dwindled (Gee... could it have been our US Langley friends shopping  for THEIR Afghan friends at the time... ;D ) after that IVI kicked in with their...

Keep it simple rule applies Keep the combats at home - the camp will issue what you need and you simply put those items at strong risk of loss Applies to the rest of your items as well - no electronics, nothing that could be stolen or is attractive. Think of it as a minimalistic, zen summer...

The CADPAT RAID is a great piece of kit . Very well made - no regrets on purchasing. While I've NOT been "shot at" with it (for those requiring full disclosure) I have dragged it thru some  crappy I tough places (back country, new orleans reconstruction etc) and its held up beautifully! Go see...

+1 on all of the comments regarding "Knowing ones limitations" (As Clint would say) regarding gear & its use Particularly in regards to AEDs - this is a technology that was DESIGNED to be used by the relatively naive public - and should be. I know of one region, deploying AEDs in hockey arenas...

"Waldo" research dates back to at least the 50's (Think Ripley operating the "Loader"in "Aliens" as a practical example Challenge has always been to not "break" the operator. Keen researchers have been known to break limbs with their hydraulic toys

Francois Great Resource - I really encourage folks to scan photos, documents etc While going thru my Dad's papers I came across some 1954 Banff Photos - so I have some scanning to do! ...of course I'm a little behind in my own Banff photos (79-86)! Also its amazing how many Photos remain in...

Civvymedic: 1) Nice competition - I suspect you may be an organizer - Hope we can get more military teams in next time, it made it an interesting part of the mix. Keep up the great work... 2) I hear you on the "practice off duty" - but at this stage, when services - Durham included - wont let...

Nicely Done Patrick! I was at the competition earlier in the day to observe - Guess he went to the dinner afterwards - and I guess these guys were glad he did! Watching the scenarios, one thing that stuck out in my mind was how poorly geared out the Reserve CF units  were and how we really...

St Mike The Rausch NPA - a 28fr? - Is this the standard sizing for CF / TCCC kits 6mm? Thanks

Yes and 20-25% do go on to participate in the CF - and do pretty well. But that's off topic. CIC have legitimate input on environmental clothing - Perhaps more so in some circumstances - How many CF regular or Militia use issue kit while mountaineering at 11,700 feet? (Answer: CIC officers...

As mentioned before These are all good discussions and PLEASE be sure to capture them in the survey. There is a broader discussion going on about BOTH the current uniform (which came into effect in the fall of 1977 I believe) and also the need for a field uniform. The Need for a field uniform...

rwgill - thanks for giving me a good laugh today - Being a veteran of CIC/Cadet course development - and even seeing a course or two "Hijacked", it's incredibly encouraging to think that others recognize the value. I'm with MedCorps on the "information wants to be free" approach - I think...

Yep - on reflection I totally agree - Emergency Care Course - ECC - sounds good Thanks for Keep us Honest!