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BARTOW-ETOWAH COMPOSITE SQUADRO: GA 129

Strength of the ation by Dr. Ilana Mor

June 2011

Squadron Commander

Captain Paul Janssen

BARTOW-ETOWAHCOMPOSITE SQUADRO

Southeast Region Georgia Win

The CAP at’l website is

http://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/

The GAWG website is

http://www.GAWG.cap.gov/

Civil

Air

PatrolOur Comfort Zone

Why does a baby quit crying after he/she is picked up byhis/her mother or father? Without a doubt it is because he/she feels safe in their arms. Even as little as they are,

babies do understand how to create a comfort zone forthemselves.

As we mature, we define different boundaries for ourcomfort zone. Some may feel comfortable at home amongfamily members, while others find that comfort at schoolamong fellow students.

A problem that many experience is getting up andspeaking in front of a class? How does that make youfeel? Does that make you uncomfortable? I’m sure that it

probably does. Even for people who are at ease giving aspeech, most will agree that they feel more at ease whenthey finish rather than before giving that speech. Gettingout of one’s comfort zone is like stepping out in the dark,out into the unknown.

However, staying in your comfort zone will create boredom over time, because a comfort zone has no roomfor excitement or adventure.

As a test, let’s see what could possibly happen if youstepped out of your comfort zone.

Could you make a fool of yourself? Maybe, but so what.

Nobody is perfect. People will like you even if you are

less than perfect. Also, who decided that you made a fool

of yourself? Most likely YOU.

If you feel uncomfortable speaking before a crowd? If so,

practice at home in front of a mirror, and make sure you

know your subject thoroughly. You are allowed to be less

than perfect, as long as it is done with sincerity.

So...shatter your concern for what people think of you!

The more often you break out of your comfort zone, the

less it will bother you. There is a wide world full of

pleasant surprises and joy awaiting you...just outside your

comfort zone.

Are you willing to take that step?


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To the Members of the Bartow-Etowah Composite SquadronFrom: C/2Lt Brandon Jones, Cadet Commander

I greatly appreciate the fact that I have been entrusted to lead the Cadets of the Bartow-Etowah CompositeSquadron as the Cadet Commander. I am grateful for this wonderful opportunity.

First and foremost, I would like to express my thankfulness to Captain Paul Janssen, Major Ilana Mor, and theother Senior Members for their leadership and support. Many thanks also to former Cadet Commander, C/2LtDillon Davidson, who led this Squadron so well, and to the Cadet Staff and Cadets who have put their trust in me,and are willing to follow my leadership into the future. Last, but certainly not least, special thanks should beacknowledged to my Heavenly Father and to my loving Mother, Marie Jones, the person who has invested in andsacrificed for me throughout my life. Her life has been devoted to teaching me to lead others “the right way.”

I have very high expectations from the Cadet Staff and Cadets. I expect all to work hard as a team, and to actappropriately both in and out of CAP. I want to see all grow into effective leaders, and to have fun along the way.I challenge all the Cadets to break barriers, and to complete goals for themselves and this Squadron. I do not wantthem to limit themselves, nor do I want to see them give up.

I want to see this Squadron grow in a healthy and character-filled way. As the well-known management consultantPeter Drucker said, “Leadership is not magnetic personality, which can just as well be a glib tongue. It’s notmaking friends and influencing people, that’s flattery. Leadership is lifting a person’s vision to high sights, theraising of a person’s performance to a higher standard, the building of a person’s personality beyond its normallimitations.”

I am proud to be part of the Bartow-Etowah Composite Squadron and to be the Cadet Commander. This is aboutall of us together soaring into the wild, blue yonder!

C/2Lt Davidson and C/2Lt Jones


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CADET CHANGE OF COMMANDBy Major Ilana Mor

Cadet command is the ultimate challenge for a Cadet Officer. Of all the tests of leadership, it is probably

the greatest because the Cadet Commander is a role model for the entire Cadet corps and the liaison between

the Senior and Cadet Staff.

In some ways, the Cadet Commander's role can be compared to the North Star which has been historicallyused for navigation. Throughout history, sailors could rely on the North Star because it was a moderately

bright star which always appeared due north in the sky. At the present time, the northern pole star or North

Star is Polaris which is a moderately bright star that lies at the end of the handle of the Little Dipper in theconstellation Ursa Minor.

Like the North Star, the Cadet Commander is the most visible Cadet when standing out in front of theCadets. Like the reliable guiding star, the Cadet Commander is the one who articulates a vision and points allthe Cadets toward exciting and meaningful goals.

The Cadet Commander fills a vital role in the Squadron. As the "guiding star", the Cadet Commander

directs and coordinates the team of Cadet Officers and NCOs, in addition to coordinating well-planned and

successful Cadet training and activities.

Perhaps the most important role of the Cadet Commander is to build a spirit of teamwork through leading by example. An exemplary Cadet Commander inspires Cadets to meet or exceed Civil Air Patrol standards,and motivates all Cadets to live by the Core Values of integrity, volunteer spirit, excellence, and respect.

John Quincy Adams, the 6th President of the United States (1825 - 1829), expressed it most eloquentlywhen he said: "If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more, and become more, you are a

leader."We thank C/2Lt Davidson for his willingness to step into the lead even though he had to juggle a very

busy schedule outside of CAP this past year. He has led with dignity and has helped to create a healthy andsuccessful Cadet side of the Bartow-Etowah Composite Squadron. We all wish him well as he steps into a

bright and promising future. He will definitely be missed when he leaves us to continue on with his Life journey.

From this evening on, a new "guiding star" will inspire and lead our Squadron. On behalf of Captain

Janssen, our Squadron Commander, and all of the Bartow-Etowah Composite Squadron Cadets, we welcome

C/2Lt Jones as the new Cadet Commander. We all look forward to a successful future together.

Deputy Cmdr of CadetsMajor Ilana Mor

Squadron CommanderCapt Paul Janssen

From left: C/2Lt Jones, Major Mor, & C/2Lt Davidson


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To Kill an AmericanYou probably missed this in the rush of news, but there was actually a report that someone in Pakistan had

published in a newspaper, an offer of a reward to anyone who killed an American, any American. So anAustralian dentist wrote an editorial the following day to let everyone know what an American is...So they

would know when they found one.

(Good one, mate!!!!)

An American is English, or French, or Italian, Irish, German, Spanish, Polish, Russian or Greek.

An American may also be Canadian, Mexican, African, Indian, Chinese, Japanese, Korean,

Australian, Iranian, Asian, Arab, Pakistani or Afghan.

An American may also be a Comanche, Cherokee, Osage, Blackfoot, avaho, Apache, Seminole or

one of the many other tribes known as native Americans..

An American is Christian, or he could be Jewish, or Buddhist, or Muslim. In fact, there are more Muslims in America than in Afghanistan .

The only difference is that in America they are free to worship

as each of them chooses.

An American is also free to believe in no religion..

For that he will answer only to God, not to the government, or

to armed thugs claiming to speak for the government and for God..

An American lives in the most prosperous land in the history of the world..

The root of that prosperity can be found in the Declaration of Independence,

which recognizes the God given right of each person to the pursuit of happiness.

An American is generous.. Americans have helped out just about every other nation in the world in their time of need,

never asking a thing in return.

When Afghanistan was over-run by the Soviet army 20 years ago,

Americans came with arms and supplies to enable the people to win back their country!

As of the morning of September 11,

Americans had given more than any other nation to the poor in Afghanistan ..

The national symbol of America, The Statue of Liberty,

welcomes your tired and your poor, the wretched refuse of your teeming shores,

the homeless, tempest tossed. These in fact are the people who built America

Some of them were working in the Twin Towers the morning of September 11, 2001,

earning a better life for their families.

It's been told that the World Trade Center victims were from at least 30 different countries,cultures, and first languages, including those that aided and abetted the terrorists.

So you can try to kill an American if you must.

Hitler did. So did General Tojo, and Stalin, and Mao Tse-Tung,

and other blood-thirsty tyrants in the world..

But, in doing so, you would just be killing yourself.

Because Americans are not a particular people from a particular place.

They are the embodiment of the human spirit of freedom.

Everyone who holds to that spirit, everywhere, is an American.

What An AmericanWhat An AmericanWhat An AmericanWhat An American

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Your Service:A Special Thank YouFrom Sandra Deal,

The First Lady of Georgia“In my short time as First Lady, I am encouraged by the great

service you provide in your daily service to the state and to

your communities through volunteerism. The excellence of

your service is seen every day in the lives of Georgians who

leave your care knowing their needs have been met.

“Thank you for making Georgia a great place to live, work

and serve. Our successes would not be possible without you.”

Sandra Deal, First Lady of Georgia

Why is volunteerism important to you?

a) Volunteerism is important because it allows a person to reach out and serve others. Because service and volunteerism

begins with the heart, I often say there is no exercise better for the heart than reaching down and lifting someone up.

Community by community, family by family, we must rediscover service.

What advice would you give to State employees who are thinking about volunteering?

a) Take notice of the needs around them first. Step up in their communities and volunteer in places in which they have a

passion for change and for making a difference in someone else’s life.

The above article sent to the Faculty and Staff at Chattahoochee Technical College reflects one of the CoreValues of the Civil Air Patrol: Volunteer Service.

CAP's core values essentially mirror the U.S. Air Force core values of integrity, excellence in all we do

and service before self. CAP and the Air Force share the core values of integrity and excellence butbecause of the volunteer nature of CAP's humanitarian missions, the Air Force core value of "servicebefore self" was inherently included in CAP's core value of "volunteer service." The national board,recognizing the need for our diverse membership to treat each other with fairness and dignity, addedthe core value of respect.

A volunteer is someone who offers to do something without being forced,

a person who willing joins and gives services without being paid.

In CAP, the volunteers are unpaid professionals.

Senator Richard Durbin of Illinois just cosponsored S. 418 bringing the total cosponsors in that chamber to 20.This is 30 percent of our goal. Also, with the addition of Illinois we now have 33 wings with one or more

cosponsors. An increase in cosponsors is expected in the House. We need to honor our surviving CAP WWIIveterans while they are still with us but time is running out for the Congressional Gold Medal to be awarded thisyear. At best, we may have two more months to gain the additional 47 Senate and 241 House cosponsors needed.Unfortunately, it takes six months or more to design and strike the medal as well as coordinate and plan the

presentation ceremony with the White House, Congress, the military leadership and others. If we go beyond two

months, the award will almost certainly have to be sometime next year.

Major General Amy Courter has asked Lt. Colonel Jack Faas, former executive director of the CAP HistoricalFoundation, to be the volunteer staff point person for the Congressional Gold Medal. He will work with CAPWashington Representative John Swain to assist wings with obtaining additional cosponsors and other tasks.


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ational Day Of Prayer At

The Cartersville High School5 May 2011

On-Duty: Cadets Brooks, Carpenter, Davidson,

Drawver, Gonzales, Hayman, Hicks, Kariuki,

Liscomb, Maxwell, Pittman, and Stratford,

In attendance: C/1Lt Hicks, Cadet & SM Whisler

Senior Officers

Capt Janssen, Major Mor, 1Lt Palafox, 1Lt Tavegia



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From 20-22 May,on Duty from GA129:

Cadets Brooks, Carpenter,Cochran, Hayman, Hicks,Kariuki, Liscomb, Pittman,Stratford, Tavegia

Senior Officers:1Lt Hicks, Capt Janssen,Major Mor, 1Lt Palafox



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JUE BIRTHDAYSHappy Birthday to C/AB Jamie Apgar and C/Amn Nathan Fuchs.

JUE

4 June O Flights11 June Group I SAREX12 June Tellus Museum—Rockfest26 June—2 July Georgia Wing Encampment @ Robbins AFB

For details go to http://www.gaencampment2011.org

JULY8 July—16 July National Glider Flight Academy Location: Rome, GA

Cost: $1,000. Minimum age: 14 at the start of the

activity.At the Glider Flight Academies, all the basic toadvanced skills and ground instruction leading towardyour private glider rating are included.

AUGUST

19—21 August Group I Aerospace Education Weekendat the Rome Composite Squadron

2011 Professional Development Course Schedule

DATE COURSE LOCATIO 11-12 June SLS/CLC Macon9-10 July TLC Macon13-14 August ICS 400 Macon10-11 September UCC Dobbins ARB8-9 October SLS/CLC Dobbins ARB

Applications to these courses are done on CAP Form 17 sent to Wing HQ.

Deadline for all courses is 10 business days prior to the course.

Course Directors and Instructors are needed for all of these courses.Teaching is one way to get credit for professional development advancement.

If interested, please let me know ASAP at [email protected] Jeff Arnold, GAWG Professional Development Officer



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June 2011 (ote: For June, CD will be Week 3 & AE will be Week 4.)

Senior Member Meeting (Tuesday evening — Week 2 @ 1900 hrs)-no mtg in June Cadet Staff Meeting (Thursday evening—Week 2 @ 1800 hrs)

For details speak with

Color Guard CommanderC/CMSgt Danny Carpenter

For details speak with

Drill Team Commander

C/2Lt Jesse Hayman

Practice

Week One 1800-1900 hrs

Practice for June

Week Three 1800-1900 hrs

Practice for June

Week Four 1800-1900 hrs

For details speak with ES Officer Captain Maney


WEEK FIVE 30 JUNE ACTIVITIES TO BE ANNOUNCED

WEEK Begin1800End1900

FORMATION1900

CORECURRICULUM

19:30-20:30

ALTERNATECURRICULUM

20:30-20:50

CLOSINGFORMATION(Announcements)

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WeekendActivities

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BDUs

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ColorGuard

Practice

SIG-I@ Arrival

FORMATION C/OATH D & C (20 min)

TestingLeadership

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Details TBAPIPER 6/4

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PT Gear

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CadetStaff

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SIG-I

@ Arrival FORMATION C/OATH D & C (20 min)

PT Safety Pledge Safety

(Announcements) 6/11 Group ISAREX

6/12Rockfest@ Tellus

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Blues

16 June

DrillTeam

Practice

SIG-I @ ArrivalFORMATION

Promotions/Awards

C/OATHD & C (20 min)

(time permitting)

Character

DevelopmentGroup

Discussions

TLPGoal Setting for the

Summer using

SMART GOALS

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BDUs

23 June

ESTraining

SIG-I

@ Arrival FORMATION C/OATH D & C

AE Current

Events

AE

(Rocketry)

TLPAE

(Announcements) GAWGEncampment

6/26—7/2


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This could be YOU!!!

With Captain Sam Sheffield, CAP Orientation Pilot

Happy flying!

Aircraft Ownership

So you have your private pilot’s license and have recently earned an instrument rating – Congratulations!You have also used the rental Cessna at your local airport for trips across the southeast and now feel thatyou are ready for aviation’s next challenge – Aircraft Ownership. Is this a reasonable goal? What doesowning a private aircraft really cost?

Most people are surprised to learn that many aircraft can be purchased for less than the price of a new car orSUV. This is because almost all privately owned light aircraft are purchased used. In fact, the averagegeneral aviation light aircraft flying currently in the United States is over 30 years old! A 30 year old two

seat Cessna 150 will often sell for $15,000 to $20,000. A similar vintage four seat Piper Cherokee may sellfor as little as $30,000. These aircraft are still safe and flying because they must meet FAA mandatedinspection and maintenance requirements. Much like automobiles, many banks will also loan money foraircraft purchases with a down payment.

What other expenses should be considered when purchasing an aircraft? Expenses normally fall into twocategories – fixed and variable. Fixed expenses are expenses that must be paid whether the aircraft is flownor not, and include aircraft insurance, and tie-down or hanger rental. Aircraft insurance is similar toautomobile insurance in that most owners purchase liability insurance, and hull coverage to replace theowned aircraft. Insurance costs will vary based on pilot experience and aircraft value, but insurance for atypical two seat trainer aircraft will normally be about $750 per year. Double that cost for a typical usedfour seat aircraft. Parking space costs (tie-down) at small airports are normally less than $50 per month.Hanger rentals are more expensive, but not necessary.

What about variable expenses? The most common variable expense is aviation fuel. A Cessna 150 will burn about 6 gallons per flying hour, and a Cessna 172 will burn about 8 gallons per hour. Aviation fuelgenerally costs about $1 to $2 more per gallon than automobile gasoline. Aviation fuel currently costs about$6.00 per gallon at my aircraft’s home base. Maintenance expenses are usually the largest variable expensein aircraft ownership. As mentioned earlier, all certified general aviation aircraft must undergo an annualairworthiness inspection with an FAA certified inspector. This normally includes some preventative androutine maintenance. This cost varies widely based on the age and condition of the aircraft, and theindividual inspector. It’s normal to expect to pay $1000 to $2000 per year for aircraft maintenance.

So what does all of this add up to? For most pilots, owning an aircraft ends up costing slightly more peroperating hour than renting an aircraft. In other words, a Cessna 150 will probably cost you about $85 perhour to operate, and an older Cessna 172 will cost about $110 per hour to operate. This assumes that you flythe aircraft 50 to 100 hours per year. Some people choose to form clubs where several pilots share anaircraft, and they can often drive the cost down to less than that of local rental aircraft.

So why do people own aircraft when they can usually rent for less money? Owning your own personalairplane is simply a lot of fun. The freedom to head to the airport at a moments notice and fly wherever youwant is a powerful attraction well worth the additional costs for many pilots.



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Airman Ranger Makes the CutMay 10, 2011

Air Force News|by Airman 1st Class Brigitte N. Brantley-Sisk

FORT BENNING, Ga. --

The course began with 404 people. After 61 days of fast-paced stressful situations that pushedthem past their physical and mental limits, only 191 remained, and only one was an Airman. Airman 1stClass Matthew Garner, an 823rd Base Defense Squadron member, is one of fewer than 300 Airmen tomake it through Army Ranger School and earn the Ranger tab since the school opened in the 1950s.

"I wanted to become a Ranger to find out what my limits were," said Airman Garner, whograduated April 29. "Completing the course helped me realize there were no limits. The course isdesigned to help you find out who you really are. You're tired and hungry, and surrounded by chaos andconfusion in the worst of conditions, but you still have to overcome adversity and get the job done."

Airman Garner was chosen to fill one of only six slots the Air Force gets each year for thecourse. During the nine weeks of the combat leadership course held at Fort Benning, Ga., the aspiringRangers were isolated as they learned the skills that will lead them to gaining the coveted qualification.

"We were allowed (to receive) mail during most parts of the course, and that was definitely amorale booster," Airman Garner said. "What really helped each person get through the training was theirteam. It takes a lot of individual effort, but nobody earns the Ranger tab on their own. If someone washaving a particularly rough day, the teammates would help support them."

To help aid with the team concept, none of the students wore ranks. The three phases hone theircombat skills including demolitions, mountaineering, ability to lead a platoon-sized patrol, combat arms proficiency, land navigation, and combat water survival. The phases were held in differentenvironments, including mountains and a coastal swamp, but each phase tested the students'commitment and stamina while facing severe weather, hunger and mental, physical and emotional stress.

"Because I went through the Air Force pre-Ranger course, I felt like I had really been set up forsuccess," Airman Garner said. "Overall, I put about 10 months of intense training into earning myRanger tab."

Airman Garner said he credits two people with helping him the most during the preparation process: his father, Don Garner, and Staff Sgt. Seth Hunter, from the 820th Combat OperationsSquadron.

"We're very proud of him for serving his country and accomplishing something like this," saidMr. Garner. "Even as a young man, he was always into exercising and doing things that weren't expectedof him. Before joining the Air Force, he went to college for a year on a bull-riding scholarship. Bull-riding isn't something Indiana is known for." Airman Garner started riding bulls when he was 14 yearsold and has spent two years since then as an amateur and three years as a professional. His father actedas a coach then, but still has an effect on his son now.

"My father helped me develop the mental fortitude to drive forward and never quit," AirmanGarner said. "He was like a personal coach and gave me some memorable 'don't quit' talking sessions.During the Ranger course, the temptation to quit is always there, so that really helped."

EWS FROM

OUT OF THE BLUE

The information in this column is general AF-specific news that will undoubtedly be of interest to Civil Air

Patrol. Although now a retired AF person, Major Orlando LaRosa, our former USAF Liaison to

CAP, has graciously agreed to continue contributing to the Flying Eagles. His articles always bring us

information of unique interest, especially for young potential future military leaders.



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Airman Garner also credits Sergeant Hunter with some of his success. It began when Sergeant Huntergraduated Ranger school.

"I graduated from Ranger school in October 2010 and then helped assess Airman Garner duringhis pre-Ranger course late last year," said Sergeant Hunter, the 820th COS manager for tactical training,and sharpshooter and sniper skills. "We spent a lot of time training and preparing for this, and I'm super proud of him. Only 30 percent of Rangers make it through the entire course without being recycled, and

he was one of them," he said. "His graduation is an outstanding accomplishment, especially for someonehis age. The leadership and combat skills he's gained during Ranger school will be very beneficial to hisunit."

The graduation included a Rangers in Action Demonstration, which showcased rappelling,demolitions, extraction by helicopter and hand-to-hand combat abilities. Airman Garner is scheduled toattend the U.S. Army Airborne School in May to earn the title of Airborne Ranger.

Cadet Honored in Pentagon Ceremony

May 15, 2011 Air Force News|by Master Sgt. Amaani LyleWASHINGTON --

The newest name engraved on the Millennium Sword of Friendship in the Pentagon is that of a student atthe U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colo., who was presented with the 2010 U.S. Air Force Cadet ofthe Year Award here May 12. During a ceremony hosted by Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz, CadetChristopher J. McCool garnered the recognition for demonstrated excellence in military skill, academics andathletics in an Air Force commissioning program.

The Air Squadron, a private British organization, established the award in 2000 to pay tribute to the U.S.military for its support of the United Kingdom over the years. The group presented the sword to the Air Force thatsame year, as a symbol of the enduring British-American partnership.

In his remarks, General Schwartz lauded Cadet McCool's myriad achievements. "Aristotle once said thatwe are what we repeatedly do," General Schwartz said. "Cadet McCool has consistently excelled as a scholar, as anathlete, and in the military aspects of his training." General Schwartz said the award does not just recognize the

past accomplishments of Cadet McCool, who will be commissioned as an officer on May 25. "This award is reallyabout promise and potential," the general said. "The United States Air Force will benefit from the promise and

potential of this young leader in just a few weeks."Cadet McCool, who holds a 3.97 grade point average, distinguished himself as wing athleticnon-commissioned officer, element leader and wing director of operations at the Academy, according to his awardcitation. He oversaw the largest intramural sports program in the country, involving more than 3,200 cadets. CadetMcCool was also selected to attend Harvard University in Cambridge, Mass., to pursue a master's degree in public

policy.The cadet spoke of his teachers and teammates in describing his journey to success. "I'm definitely

grateful for the many people who have helped me along the way," Cadet McCool said. "I don't understand why I'mhere ... because the things I've done are the same things that several other cadets, not only from the Academy butfrom other commissioning sources, do on a daily basis. It's been an honor and a privilege."

Representing the Air Squadron, Marcus De Ferranti expressed gratitude to the Air Force and to CadetMcCool for inspiring future generations. "We pay regular thanks to individuals who give inspiration through theiractions, their example and their excellence to future generations," Mr. De Ferranti said. "On behalf of the AirSquadron, I'm very proud to present him with the sword today, and I hope he'll keep in touch with us for at least ageneration."

The Air Squadron was founded in London in 1966 by a group of friends who shared a passionate interestin flying light aircraft. Organization officials also award cadet-of-the-year honors to the top cadet at Royal AirForce Cranwell, training site for RAF officers and cadets of the South African Air Force.



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Friends…. Choose Wisely!Last week, I was sitting in church behind a friend. Vicki had on a black sweater and on hershoulder was a long blond hair. Vicki’s hair is a very dark brown and it only comes to her chin.Certainly not her hair! Since I know Vicki pretty well, I was able to figure out that the haircame from her five year old daughter and their ‘see you later’ hug when she dropped her off in

Children’s Church.You are known by the friends you keep.Later that day I began to think about that hair and about our choice of friends. Actually, YOURchoice of friends. See, friends ‘rub off’ on us and leave little bits of themselves, little pieces ofinfluence whether good or bad.Some of our cadets will move to a new school in the fall. Some, only to new classes. One willmove on to college. In each of these situations, you’ll meet one, two or hundreds of new people. Birds of a feather flock together.Generally, you’ll find that you have something in common with almost everyone. Maybe youfind that you both have an older sister. Maybe you both came from a single parent home.Maybe you both have brown eyes and black hair. Maybe you both like the same bands. Otherthan that, you might be very different. If you lie down with the dog, you’ll get up with fleas.As you meet new people, I encourage you to be friendly with everyone but choose your friendswisely! Friends can influence our decisions, good or bad. Friends can change how other people view us, good or bad. Friends can encourage you and friends can discourage you!Be alert! Don’t judge a new acquaintance only by the way they dress or other exterior things.Use your own judgment, and if you have questions or concerns, talk to an adult. I've learned that our background and circumstances may have influenced who we are, but we

are responsible for who we become. Anonymous

Introduce your new friends to your parents.

Listen to any concerns your parents may have about that friend.If in doubt, approach a teacher or mentor at school and ask for their input.

Always know, you are loved! You are valuable! You have a purpose!

There have been meetings of only a moment which have left impressions for life ...for eternity. No one

can understand that mysterious thing we call ‘influence’ ...yet everyone of us continually exerts

influence, either to heal, to bless, to leave marks of beauty; or to wound, to hurt, to poison, to stain other

lives. J.B. Miller ( President & CEO of Empire Entertainment)

Assistant Testing OfficerDrug Demand Reduction OfficerAssistant Public Affairs Officer


On the Bright Side By Senior Member Diane Tavegia


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CAP SAFETY PLEDGEAs a Civil Air Patrol member, I pledge to promote an uncompromising safety environment for myself andothers, and to prevent the loss of, or damage to Civil Air Patrol assets entrusted to me. I will perform all my

activities in a professional and safe manner, and will hold myself accountable for my actions in all of our

Missions for America.

With 2Lt John Ovens, Squadron Safety Officer & C/1Lt Monica Hicks, C/Safety Officer

The CAP Safety Policy is to minimize the risks faced by our membership in the performance of their volunteer duties.

ow required of all CAP members: Intro to CAP Safety for ew Members.www.gocivilairpatrol.com/members/e-services/CAP Utilities/Online Safety Education.

Wildfires—Are You Prepared?(Wildfires—Are You Prepared? FEMA,, Safety Beacon May 2011)

More and more people are making their homes in woodland settings in or near forests, rural areas, or remotemountain sites. Homeowners enjoy the beauty of the environment, but do face the very real danger of wildfire. Every yearacross our nation, some homes survive while many others do not after a major wildfire. Those that survive almost always doso because their owners had prepared for the eventuality of fire, which is an inescapable force of nature in fire-pronewildland areas. Said in another way—if it’s predictable, it’s preventable! Wildfires often begin unnoticed. They spreadquickly, igniting brush, trees, and homes. Reduce your risk by preparing now—before wildfire strikes, Meet with your

family to decide what to do and where to go if wildfires threaten your area. Follow the steps listed below to protect yourfamily, home, and property.

Practice Wildfire SafetyPeople start most wildfires. Can you promote and practice wildfire safety?

• Contact your local fire department, health department, or forestry office for information on fire laws.

• Make sure that fire vehicles can get to your home. Clearly mark all driveway entrances and display your name andaddress.

• Report hazardous conditions that could cause a wildfire.

• Teach children about fire safety. Keep matches out of the reach of children.

• Post fire emergency telephone numbers.

• Ensure adequate accessibility by large fire vehicles to your property.

Before Wildfire ThreatensDesign and landscape your home with wildfire safety in mind. Select materials and plants that can help contain fire

rather than fuel it. Use fire-resistant or noncombustible materials on the roof and exterior structure of the dwelling, or treat

wood or combustible materials used in roofs, siding, decking, or trim with fire-retardant chemicals evaluated by a nationallyrecognized laboratory, such as Underwriters Laboratories (UL). Plant fire-resistant shrubs and trees. As an example,hardwood trees are less flammable than pine, evergreen, eucalyptus, or fir trees.

Talk to your neighbors about wildfire safety. Plan how the neighborhood could work together after a wildfire.Make a list of your neighbors’ skills such as medical or technical. Consider how you could help neighbors who have specialneeds such as elderly or disabled persons. Make plans to take care of children who may be on their own if parents can notget home.

Your best resource for proper planning is www.firewise.org, which has outstanding information used daily byresidents, property owners, fire departments, community planners, builders, public policy officials, water authorities,architects and others to assure safety from fire. Firewise workshops are offered for free all across the nation in communitieslarge and small, and free firewise materials can be obtained easily by anyone interested.

What To Do After A Wildfire (www.weather.com)It is important to wait until your local emergency personnel have announced it is safe to return home. Then, use onlyrecommended routes and take the following steps:

Beware of Hazards• Be careful walking on smoldering surfaces. After a fire, the ground may contain heat that can cause severe injury or

spark another fire.

• Stay away from damaged buildings until inspectors have given you the green light.

• If your home has been spared, keep children and pets inside.

Assess Psychological EffectsIn addition to the obvious physical damage, the devastation of fire can sometimes cause emotional trauma and distress.Crisis counseling can help. Contact your local American Red Cross Chapter for information about resources in your area.Address your problems one at a time. Preparation may help you save lives and avoid injury. The rest can be rebuilt.



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Bartow-Etowah Composite Squadron Cadets and SeniorOfficers spent Saturday, 30 April 2011 at the BoothWestern Art Museum in the heart of downtownCartersville at an event which was entitled "The Civil WarComes Alive!" The event was co-hosted by the Boothand the Bartow History Museums.

In order to serve the community, Cadets and SeniorOfficers stood post at the main gate, at the exhibition area,and at barricades which were placed at the roads whichenter the museum. While on-duty, Cadets and SeniorOfficers had the opportunity to listen to the reading of theGettysburg Address, to enjoy musical entertainment fromthe 8th Regiment Band, to guard the crowd when therewere hourly firings of the cannon, and to view a mini-settlers’ campsite. Participants also got a little "taste" ofthe upcoming Battle Of Resaca scheduled for 20—22

May.

WILDERESS FIRST AID COURSE by C/A1C Caleb Whisler, C/PAO.On Tuesday 31 May, Bartow-Etowah Cadets and Senior Members were invited by the Rome Composite

Squadron to attend a Wilderness First Aid Course taught by Florida Wing's LtCol Carole Jewett, a private pilot andRegistered nurse. The course was based on her experience as a pilot, a Navy combat trauma nurse, and aWilderness First Responder. Members learned that urban First Aid is what is taught in American Red Cross FirstAid courses, and that in reality, it may take hours for help to arrive in the wilderness. Col Jewett gave us a lessonon how to do a head-to-toe search by using the ABC's of ES while you are waiting for help to arrive. After shegave the lecture, LtCol Jewett put the Cadets into groups of three and gave us a scenario of what could actuallyhappen out in the wilderness. After each group completed and presented their scenario to the class, we wentoutside to a CAP Maule where LtCol Jewett showed us how we should appropriately take plane-crash victims outof the plane, if they are alive.

After the instruction, each CAP member in attendance received a sign-off for the GTM3 First-Aid task. GA129members included Cadets Cochran, Drawver, Liscomb, Stratford, Tavegia, and Whisler and Senior OfficersCaptain Janssen, 1Lt Tavegia, and SM Tavegia. Many thanks to the Rome Composite Squadron for the invitationand to LtCol Jewett for taking to time to drive from Florida in order to teach the course.

THE BATTLE OF RESACA REEACTMET By C/1Lt Monica HicksOn 20—22 May 2011, Cadets and Senior Officers from the Calhoun Composite, the Rome Composite, and the

Bartow-Etowah Composite Squadrons supported the community in a battle reenactment in Resaca, Georgia. TheBattle of Resaca, located at the historic battlefield of Resaca, is a two-day event which features Civil War re-enactors, black powder guns and cannons, cavalry, and Sutler’s Row where items representing that time period can

be purchased. For many years, the Civil Air Patrol has provided members for parking details, posting at entries,and for crowd control during the actual battle. CAP members alternate between assignments on post, visitingSutlers Row, and just bonding at the CAP Base. On both Saturday and Sunday, the simulated battles begin at 1400

hrs (2:00 p.m.). CAP members march to the battlefield and form a line in front of the spectators in order to ensuretheir safety by keeping them behind the battle line. With “front row seats,” the up-close look at what goes on

behind enemy lines was definitely enjoyed by all.On Saturday night, Cadets were invited to attend the Period Dance with music provided by the 8 th Regimental

Band. There were competitions among the Cadets to see who would dance with the prettiest girls dressed in beautiful period costumes or with the most handsome guy dressed in fancy Civil War attire. The evening endedwith many laughs. The weekend was filled with many opportunities to bond with members from your ownSquadron, as well as with members from other Squadrons. It was a weekend filled with both responsibility andfun. A great time was had by all.

By C/A1C Caleb Whisler, C/PAO

Bartow-Etowah Composite members included:C/MSgt Brooks, C/SSgt Cochran, C/A1C Gonzales, C/Amn Kariuki, C/SSgt Liscomb, C/2Lt Pittman,C/TSgt Tavegia and C/A1C Whisler, Capt. Janssen, Major Mor, 1Lt Tavegia, and SM Patterson



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PROMOTIOS

The following Cadets have successfully completed

all requirements and have been promoted during

the month of May and first week of June.

Phase IIIC/1Lt Monica Hicks

Phase II

C/MSgt Brandyn Brooks

C/TSgt ick Tavegia

Phase I

C/SrA Michael Stratford

C/A1C Ryan Drawver

C/A1C Matthew Gonzales

WELCOME COLOEL BEDGOODOn 23 May 2011, Col Al Bedgood became the new SER commander. The formal change of command ceremonytook place at the SER conference, 3 – 5 June at the Peachtree City Conference Center.

Col Bedgood had been serving as one of the SER vice commanders and is a retired Army officer. He should be amarvelous region commander, and is already a great friend to GAWG.

The previous SER commander, Col James Rushing, completed a very successful term as region commander, andwill continue his service to CAP probably at the national level. He will a great asset to CAP in whatever futurerole he chooses.

Many thanks to Colonel Rushing for his devoted service and to Colonel Bedgood for his willingness to serve.GAWG...Let us show support for our new region commander.

The severe storms that swept across northern Georgia on April 27 and 28 clearly demonstrated the serious threat that extremeweather conditions can have on this part of the state. Although a home may be built “to code,” that does not mean it canwithstand the forces from extreme events such as tornadoes, straight line winds and major hurricanes.A safe room or a wind shelter that is part of a homestead will provide a space where you and your family have a refuge that

provides a high level of protection. You can build a safe room in one of several places in your home:1. Your basement. 2. Atop a concrete slab-on-grade foundation or garage floor. 3. An interior room on the first floor.Underground safe rooms provide the greatest protection; a safe room built in a first-floor interior room also can provideadequate protection. Below-ground safe rooms must be designed to avoid accumulating water during the heavy rains that oftenaccompany severe windstorms.A free FEMA publication, Taking Shelter from the Storm, contains construction plans and building supply lists for several typesof safe rooms. It can be ordered at 1-800-480-2520, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. It can also bedownloaded from the FEMA Website at www.fema.gov/mit/tsfs01.htm and clicking on the line “Guidelines and instructions for

building a safe room.”You should also consider buying a NOAA All Hazards Weather Radio for advance warnings of weather emergencies issued by

the nearest National Weather Service office. Radio broadcasts include watches and warnings for heavy rains, flash flooding,severe thunderstorms, hurricanes, extreme heat/cold, creek and river rises, and other hazards. Information is broadcastautomatically and as needed 24 hours a day, seven days a week.Weather radio prices range from $20 to $200, depending on the model and features. They can be purchased at retail stores thatsell electronics, some drug stores, through mail-order catalogs or via the Internet.They provide you with early warnings that may save your family’s lives and protect your property by giving you advance noticeto move, secure, raise or evacuate valuable items. Most are portable and can run on AC power or batteries. They areinexpensive enough to have more than one for placement in different locations such as your home, office, cabin, car and boat. FEMA's mission is to support our citizens and first responders to ensure that as a nation we work together to build, sustain, andimprove our capability to prepare for, protect against, respond to, recover from, and mitigate all hazards.

Via http://www.fema.gov/news/newsrelease.fema?id=55290



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Tales From A Life Traveler

With Major Ilana Mor, Character Development Officer

& C/1Lt Monica Hicks, Cadet Character Development Officer

Deadly Info … Internet Safety

The officer explained that he was actually anundercover policeman demonstrating the dangers ofchat rooms. He told Maria how simple it would be foran online stalker to find her with the information shehad provided. All the stalker would have to do is go toher school, look for her jersey number at the soccermatch, and follow her home.

To illustrate the dangers possible from giving outinformation online, Officer Roberts told Maria and her

parents about several tragic cases of online stalking hehad worked. The information frightened Maria.

After her meeting with Officer Roberts, she was fearful

to use the Internet at all. She deleted her MySpace profile, and was suspicious of anyone she met online.She stopped e-mailing and chatting with all the friendsshe had met online.

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Although this was a Case Study, it is based on real-lifesituations. To protect yourself, always remember that

LEADERSHIP The ability to guide and direct the actions of others so as to gain their willing cooperation in doing a job,

sometimes a job that they neither want to do nor know how to do.


C/1Lt Hicks

CAP members shouldalways remember to stay

consistent to the CoreValues of Integrity,Vo l un t e e r Se rv i c e ,Excellence, and Respect.

Internet communication has become an integral partof our lives. What began with e-mails, has nowexpanded into a viable way to keep in contact withfriends and to meet new ones. Unfortunately, whilemost of one’s Internet friends are who and what theysay they are, that isn’t always the case. Giving out

personal information willingly or unwittingly, canexpose a person to harm by online predators.

A person who has been chatting with you on theInternet may surprise you. As the Case Study so

beautifully illustrated, the person who you think issuitable to be your friend might turn out to be quite

different than you originally thought.

The story is about a high school junior named Mariawho had many online friends on her MySpace pages.When she would return from school, she wouldnormally spend four to five hours a day updating herMySpace pages and chatting with her online friends.

In her favorite teen chat room, she particularlyenjoyed chatting with one special friend whoidentified himself as FlyGuy25. He was a 17-year-old swimmer, and over the course of their onlinefriendship, Maria told him about herself. She sharedher age, hometown, her friends and family members’

names and ages, the sports she played, and the nameof the school’s team. Almost daily, Maria andFlyGuy25 chatted, and she considered him one of herclosest online friends.

One day when Maria returned from school, she foundher parents in the living room talking with auniformed officer. Imagine Maria’s shock when theofficer introduced himself as FlyGuy25!

OT ALL OLIE DISGUISES

ARE FU AD GAMES.

DAGEROUS IDIVIDUALSMIGHT USE THIS IFORMATIO

TO HARM YOU.

• NEVER give out personal informationabout you or your friends, family,address, or school online.

• If you post photos of friends and familyonline, do not post names along with the

photo.

• Don’t agree to meet online friendsalone—they may not be anything likethey say they are.

•

If you are troubled or thinking of runningaway, an online friend may not be the best one with whom to discuss your plans.


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In Cadet Stuff.org Leadership 2000 Volume 1 Review Quizzes

GA129 is #1GA129 is #1GA129 is #1GA129 is #1 #1#1

In order to set-up an e-Services account:Go to http://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/html/index.htm .Select the >Memberse-Services


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www.art4theheart.net

TO SUBMIT AN ARTICLE FOR THE FLYING EAGLES NEWSLETTER:1. GIVE A COPY OF THE ARTICLE TO MAJOR MOR

or

2. E-MAIL ARTICLE TO [email protected]. (If you e-mail the article, please confirm that the article was received.)

CAP Senior Officer-Major

Bartow-Etowah Composite Sqdn

Deputy Commander for Cadets

Character Development Officer

Public Affairs Officer

Group I

Cadet Programs Development

Officer

Emergency Services

Mission Staff AssistantInformation Officer *

The CAP Motto (Semper Vigilans-Always Vigilant) reflects the ever-ready status of Civil Air Patrol.

It means every member, Cadet and Senior, must be prepared to respond effectively to any situation.

Interfaith Ordained Minister

Teacher, Spiritual Artist, Author

Life Coach

Lessen Stress... Rediscover Choice...

EDITOREDITOREDITOR---IN IN IN ---CHIEFCHIEFCHIEF Dr. Ilana Mor

Experience Empowerment

Original Artwork, Photography, and Writings by Dr. Ilana Morremain the property of the artist.

"Civil Air Patrol, the official auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force, is a nonprofitorganization with more than 61,000 members nationwide. CAP, in its Air

Force auxiliary role, performs 95 percent of continental U.S. inland searchand rescue missions as tasked by the Air Force Rescue Coordination Centerand was credited by the AFRCC with saving 72 lives in fiscal year 2009.Its volunteers also perform homeland security, disaster relief and counter-drug missions at the request of federal, state and local agencies. Themembers play a leading role in aerospace education and serve as mentorsto more than 26,000 young people currently participating in CAP cadet

programs. CAP has been performing missions for America for 69 years."


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