Springville Civil Air Patrol to host Open House

From The Tribune staff reports

SPRINGVILLE – Springville Civil Air Patrol squadron AL-126 will be hosting an Open House event at the National Guard armory in Springville on April 29, from 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

First Sergeant Taylor addresses cadets as they prepare to review Emergency Services Education and Training during last year’s Open House Event.

“Looking for a way to serve your community and hone your Leadership skills? Then, go Civil Air Patrol!” said Nicole “Niki” Dill, Public Affairs Officer with Springville CAP squadron AL-126. 

Cadet membership in the U.S. Air Force Auxiliary, Civil Air Patrol, presents cadets with many opportunities, from leadership training and development and National Cadet Special Activities, to Orientation flights and college/flight scholarships.

“CAP Cadets are young leaders who want to learn to soar in every aspect of life,” Dill said. “Let your cadet test-fly potential career interests by participating in a range of activities, including Aviation, Aerospace, and Technology themed ventures.”

Though CAP is Total Force partner and auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force, Cadets are never obligated to join the military. Anyone interested in joining as a cadet must be 12 but not yet 19. Parents: Senior membership is always encouraged. As a Senior Member of CAP, parents will not only support their cadet and their squadron, but can benefit from many opportunities, themselves, as well. 

“As we uphold our Core Values (Integrity, Volunteer Service, Excellence, and Respect), we remember our Mission Statement: Volunteers Serving America’s Communities, Saving Lives, and Shaping Futures,” Dill said. “Civil Air Patrol is there to search for and find the lost, provide comfort in times of disaster, and work to keep the homeland safe. At 56,000 members and growing, we devote our time, energy, and expertise to the prosperity and fortification of 1,500 communities nationwide, while promoting aviation and related fields through aerospace and STEM education. 

“Civil Air Patrol’s missions for America are many, and today’s adults and cadets perform their duties with the same vigilance as its founding members — preserving CAP’s 80-year legacy of service.”

For more information about the CAP Springville Cadet Squadron, contact Major Michael McEntyre, Recruiting and Retention Officer, at Captmikem03@yahoo.com or visit http://www.gocivilairpatrol.com.