Loughborough's outstanding cadets put on a Drill Display at Whitwick's Party in the Park. After only 2 weeks practice a squad of 8, under the command of recently qualified Cadet Drill Instructor POC Martin, put on a flawless presentation to entertain the crowds. Despite occasional heckling from ex-squaddies, the squad did 2 displays. Commentary was provided by Lt. Adey
Drill Display
Never too OLD
Proving that you are never too old to learn and gain qualifications in the Sea Cadets, Lt. (SCC) Kay Adey gained her RYA Power Boat Instructors ticket at the age of 57! Having never done any boating till joining the corps 17years ago, Kay gained her power L2 in 1999 and her safety boat ticket in 2004. Kay also sails (a bit) and is currently trying for her Rowing Instructors ticket.
Although boating is a big part of Sea Cadets, land based qualifications are also easily obtained if you have the will and enthusiasm, no matter what your age.
Area Boatwork weekend
September saw an Area Boatwork weekend at Nottingham unit. Staff and cadets from across Eastern Area came together to sail, row and power boat.
The weather was very good, even if the water was a little cold, and everyone had a great time.
Training is FUN
September is a busy month as cadets and staff undertake training at the District camps.
DMACT (District multi activity cadet training) 2 saw 9 cadets and 4 staff attending CTC Yardley Chase. The staff were instructing First Aid and Adult Meteorology, and also training in Meteorology and Adventure Training.
Cadets were after qualifications in shooting and seamanship and also doing the Peer Educator course to allow them to progress.
DMACT 3 will see cadets training in power boating, catering, shooting and piping while staff attend to train and instruct.
GO OUTDOORS AND JOIN SEA CADETS
Our local Go Outdoors allowed us to undertake some fundraising, but more importantly gave us an opportunity to meet some people from far and near recently.
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