Pines-Miramar Composite Squadron 286
Ducimus Per Officium
New Squadron Website
We are phasing out our old website to our new location here. Please follow the link for the latest information available. We hope to see you soon.
CAP Family Picnic at Vista View Park
Saturday, January 11, 2020
updated - 12/11/19
Who: All cadets, seniors and their families
What: A family picnic
When: Saturday, January 11, 2020 from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Where: Vista View Park, Shelter #3
4001 SW 142nd Avenue
Davie, FL 33330
Transportation: Meet at park
UOD: PT short and T-shirt
Cost: $7.00 per person and donation of one item per family from the "What to Bring" list on the evite.
Forms needed: If your parents are not going to be present, please bring these signed forms:
CAPF 32, 160, 161, and your CAP ID
For more information, contact 2nd Lt. Dan Valvidia at (954) 554-8004
Wreaths Across America and Recruiting Event
Saturday, January 18, 2020
10:00 am- 6:00 pm
added 1/6/2020
Who: any cadet that has their CAP ID
What: Help our squadron, recruiting event, support the Wreaths Across America organization
When: Saturday, January 18, 2020
10:00 am-6:00 pm
Where: Publix, Sunset Lakes
18409 Miramar Parkway, Miramar, FL 33029
Transportation/Meet point: Meet at event
UOD: Blues
Cost: $0
Senior Member will be Lt. Dan Valdivia
Piper Aircraft Manufacturing Plant
January 20th, 10 am- 5 pm, (no public school this day)
What: Tour of the Piper Aircraft Manufacturing Plant
Who: Cadets & Seniors in good standing
When: Monday, January 20th 10am - 5pm (No Public school classes)
Where: Piper Aircraft, Inc., 2926 Piper Drive, Vero Beach, FL 32960
Transportation: We only have capacity for 9 cadets in the CAP van, so please register soon.
We will be meeting with the CAP van at 9:45 am at:
La Carreta Restaurant
14791 Miramar Pkwy, Miramar, FL 33027
Forms: Cadet V. Valdivia will collect the following forms in advance during the meeting on Thursday, January 16th in preparation for the field trip the following week:
CAP Form 60-80 Feb 2018
CAPF 161
CAPF 160
VALID CAP ID (Check for expiration prior to Thursday meeting on Nov 1st, but bring it with you to the field trip)
Photo ID (required by Piper Inc)
Cost: Lunch money (about $15-$20)
Uod: ABUs or BDUs
**Piper Tour Visitor Safety Policy**
General Information:
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Photo identification is required when signing in and will be held until completion of tour.
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All participants must be escorted at all times.
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No photography of any kind is permitted on Piper Property.
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The release or disclosure of any Piper Aircraft, Inc. proprietary information in any manner is strictly forbidden.
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The walking tour (significant amount of walking, indoors and outdoors, including stairs) lasts approximately 2 hours.
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Children under the age of 10 are not permitted in the manufacturing areas. Children under 16 are required to be accompanied by an adult and must wear safety equipment at all times.
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Piper Aircraft, Inc. is committed to the safety and security of our employees and visitors. All visitors to the facility must be accompanied by an escort at all times. Visitors must remain within the designated tour path and obey any instructions the tour guide may give them.
Safety Requirements:
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Safety Glasses will be provided for the tour and must be worn in designated areas (No sunglasses are permitted to be worn inside the factory at any time.)
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Hearing protection will also be provided and will be worn in high noise areas.
Dress Code:
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Closed toe and heel shoes with heel height less than 1.5 inches. We suggest comfortable shoes such as sneakers or other non-slip shoes. Guests not meeting the dress code for shoes may not enter the manufacturing area.
Company policy prohibits bringing the following into the factory:
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Weapons of any kind, including firearms
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Video Recording Devices
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Animals
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Tobacco (Piper is a smoke free facility)
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Backpacks
Please remember that Piper Aircraft, Inc. is a tobacco free facility. No tobacco use of any kind is permitted.
There is no charge for a tour of the facility.
*All questions under this policy are subject to final determination by Piper Aircraft, Inc., in its sole discretion.
Should you have a question, please call me at 954-554-8004, or send me an email.
Special Activities Selection Board
January 24-26, 2020
updated - 1/9/20
Who:
Cadets
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There are no grade (rank) level restrictions.
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Must be on the Monthly Membership Listing at the time of the activity and a member in good standing.
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Cadets 18 and over must have completed Cadet Protection Policy Training (CPPT).
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All members must be safety compliant.
Senior Members
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Must have completed (at a minimum) Level I training.
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Must be on the Monthly Membership Listing at the time of the activity and a member in good standing.
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Must have completed Cadet Protection Policy Training (CPPT).
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Technician rating in Cadet Programs and completion of TLC is preferred.
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All members must be safety compliant.
What: The Florida Special Activities Selection Board is an annual event intended to rank those cadets who are applying for a limited number of national summer activities, International Air Cadet Exchange program slots, and the NEW Legislative Day slots. Cadets nominated for Cadet of the Year are also interviewed as part of the selection process. Cadets can expect to take an exam, appear before a selection board, participate in a uniform inspection, and participate in a physical fitness evaluation.
When: January 24-26, 2020
Where: FL Elks Youth Camp, Umatilla, FL
Transportation:
Meet on Friday, January 24th at 3:45 pm for a 4:00 pm departure at CAP van located at the the Miramar Fire-Rescue
Station 100
2800 SW 184th Ave, Miramar, FL 33029
UOD: see equipment list
Cost: see Florida Wing website
SM: Lt Lambert (954) 494-9692
Promotion Ceremony
January 30th, 2019 6:45 pm-9:00 pm
What: Promotion Ceremony when Cadets receive their quarterly promotions, followed by a potluck meal.
Who: All Cadets, Senior Members & Their Families
When: Thursday, January 30th, 6:45 pm-9:00 pm
Where: Keiser University
UOD: Blues
Cost: Bring food to share, please pick an item to bring from the list through the link below. Thank you.
"What to Bring"
Volunteer help needed for this event. Parents, we need at least four of you to help with the setup, serving and clean up for this event. Please contact Senior Member Lisa Villalobos at (305) 793-9090 if you would like to help. Thank you.
Squadron Activity
updated 2/13/2020
What: Tigertail Rope and Confidence Course
Who: Cadets in good standing-All participants must be able to reach, grab, pull their wight, climb, walk and run, as well as work at high levels above ground.
When: Saturday February 29th, 2020, from 7:30 am to 2:30 pm (new date)
Where: Tigertail Lake
580 Gulf Stream Way
Dania Beach, Fl 33004
***We only have capacity for 9 cadets in the CAP van, so please register soon. Transportation will only be provided to the first 9 cadets who register***
Cost: $35 per cadet. Includes Lunch. (Regular price is $89 per cadets, CAP reduced rate is $39 per cadet, but due to the recent successful fundraising event at Publix, we can subsidize the cost and offer free lunch)
**IMPORTANT**
Becuase Tigertail Lake requires advanced payment, 2nd Lt. Dan Valvidia will collect payment of $35 per cadet & the following CAP forms during the meetings on Thursday, February 13.
CAP Form 60-80
CAPF 161
CAP 160
VALID CAP ID (Check for expiration)
All participants' parents or guardians, must sign the release waiver on-line. Access the Tiger Tail Challenge Course Liability Release Form through this link: Tigertail Challenge Course Liability electronic Release Form
UOD: PT attire.
What to Bring: Bathing suit (for canoeing), closed toed shoes for obstacle course and hydration.
Click here to visit the Tigertail Official Website.
Should you have a question, please call 2nd Lt Dan Valdivia at 954-554-8004, or send him an e-mail to: danielvaldivia@mail.com
FLWG Cadet Competition
March 6 - 8, 2020
added 2/21/2020
DESCRIPTION
The Florida Wing Cadet Competition is an annual event that cadet color guard teams compete in to represent the Florida Wing at the Southeast Region Cadet Competition. The event consist of many areas of competition, from military drill performances, to athletic challenges to academic evaluation. Competition rules are set at the national level.
LOCATION
Florida Elks Youth Camp
24175 SE Highway 450
Umatilla, FL 32784
See Florida Wing Website for details.
Rocketry Badge
March 12th, 14th and 15th, 2020
updated 3/14/20
Postponed
Who: 10 cadets with valid CAP ID & no rocketry badge
What: Earn your rocketry badge
When: Thursday, March 12, 2020, 7:15 pm - 9:00 pm
Saturday, March 14, 2020, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Sunday, March 15, 2020, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
**You need to attend the classroom training on Thursday to attend the hands-on event on Saturday and Sunday**
Where: Miramar Fire Station
2800 SW 184th Ave, Miramar, FL 33029
Transportation/Meet point: at event
UOD: ABU/BDU
Cost: $30 to offset the $50 required to purchase rockets and engines for each cadet -Payment due by Thursday, March 5th
****BRING HYDRATION****
***Each Cadet needs to bring two empty, 2-little soda bottles to use during the training***
And $5 cash for lunch on Saturday.
SM: Joe Duscay
You are cleared for takeoff! Come and join us on this great adventure. You control the action!
Climb aboard a state-of-the-art flight simulator and try your skills as a pilot of an Airbus commercial jet.
This is a once in a lifetime opportunity - Professional pilots and airline companies pay upwards of $1,500 per hour to fly these 20 million-dollar flight simulators. However, during this field trip, you only pay for lunch!
Who: 14 cadets, 1 CAP Driver and 1 supervising senior
What: Field trip to the Airbus Fascility by Miami International Airport:
When: Sunday, March 22nd from 1:30-8:30 pm
Transportation: Meet at the van location at 1:15 pm
Miramar Fire-Rescue Station 100
2800 SW 184th Ave, Miramar, FL 33029
Cost: $10 to cover the cost of food
Uod: ABUs or BDUs
Forms needed: Please bring signed forms CAPF 32, 160, 161, CAP ID and school id with a photo
Cadet & Senior Signup: https://www.pines-miramar.org/activities
Should you have any question, please text, or call 1st Lt Dan Valdivia at 954-554-8004 or via email at dansopenhouse@gmail.com
Airbus Flight Simulators
Sunday, March 22, 2020
1:30 PM - 8:30 PM
added 2/13/2020
Postponed
Volunteer Teen Day
at Southwest Regional Library
Saturday, April 25 12:00 pm- 3:00 pm
added 2/21/2020
Who: Any cadet may apply. 5 cadets will be chosen.
What: Recruit for CAP, six volunteer hours will be given.
When: Saturday, April 25, 2020, from 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
UOD: BDU/ABU & Blues (will assign)
Transportation: meet at library
Florida Leadership Academy
April 17-19, 2020
added 2/21/20
Learn what it takes to be a successful staff member at the next FLWG Encampment!
EVENT DESCRIPTION:
Cadets who attend FLA will find the instruction to greatly help them when performing leadership roles at their home squadrons and at other CAP activities. Serving on Encampment staff provides a perfect opportunity for cadets to practice the lessons learned from the FLA. Cadets who intend on applying for Encampment staff are highly encouraged to attend the FLA in order to begin developing their leadership abilities.
If you plan on applying to staff an encampment, then you need to make every effort to attend this activity! Our intention is to help train up the best group of leaders in the nation! You will learn the lessons needed to serve at any CAP event and this will weigh heavily when staff are being chosen for the next encampment.
For more details on this activity, including uniform, registration deadlines and cost, visit the Florida Wing Website.
Location:
Florida Elks Youth Camp
24175 SE Highway 450
Umatilla, FL 32784
Fee: $80
Deadlines:
17 March 2020 Instructor and staff applications due (senior and cadet)
10 April 2020 Student applications due
17 April 2020 Refund request deadline for guaranteed refund
Transportation: Sign up using the link below so we may coordinate transportation.
Postponed
FLWG Conference and Annual Awards Banquet
May 21-24, 2020
added 2/21/2020
SAVE THE DATE!!!
We’re pleased to announce that the 2020 Florida Wing Conference and Annual Awards Banquet will be held on 21-24 May 2020 at the Tampa Marriott Water Street located in beautiful downtown Tampa.
Pre-Conference courses will be held on Thursday and Friday at the hotel, as well as alternative locations with community partners to include a possible field day for cadets on Friday. The main conference and awards banquet for cadets and senior members will be held on Saturday.
The conference registration fee and other details will be announced in the coming months.
The Conference Committee has been working diligently to make this an exciting and worthwhile Conference, with many activities and training opportunities for our members. If you are interested in helping or being part of the Conference Committee, please contact the Conference Coordinator, Maj Daia Jung, at djung@flwg.gov.
Summer Encampment
Camp Blanding Joint Training Center
Starke, Florida
July 16 - July 25, 2020
revised 4/15/20
***REGISTRATION FOR
STAFF POSITIONS NOW OPEN***
EVENT DESCRIPTION
Encampments are week long activities that serve to build a foundation for cadets from which to build their Civil Air Patrol experience. These week long events provide in-depth orientation to Civil Air Patrol and the United States Air Force. First time cadets can expect to be challenged both mentally and physically during a busy and exciting week of hands on leadership development training, aerospace events, and local site activities. Cadets returning as staff will be challenged even further through the leadership roles they will fill and staff duties they will perform. All cadets will have the opportunity to be introduced to the military, learn to overcome challenges, develop time-management skills, enhance their interpersonal skills, and have a great time.
Eligibility
To be eligible to attend encampment, cadets must have completed the Curry Achievement and have been promoted to Cadet Airman (C/Amn) prior to application submission. Staff applicants must have earned the Wright Brothers Award (C/SSgt) and have it posted to e-services prior to application submission.
WHEN: July 16 - July 25, 2020
STAFF POSITIONS: The Encampment Commander is currently accepting applications for the staff positions.
First time encampment cadets must submit CAPF 31, 60-81 the following to Deputy Commander at clambert@flwg.us
Due dates:
For staff - by April 23, 2020, 11:00 pm.
For students - by May 28, 2020, 11:00 pm.
STUDENT APPLICATIONS: Registration dates for Cadets who want to attend Summer Encampment will be announced in the next couple of weeks. Check back for registration deadline dates and a link to the Encampment Web Page.
TRANSPORTATION: TBD
COST: Fees will be explained on the Encampment Web Page. Check back, links will be provided here once they are available.
Promotion Ceremony via Zoom
July 16, 2020 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
added 7/9/20
What: Cadets receive their quarterly promotions
Who: All Cadets, Senior Members & Their Families
When: Thursday, July 16, 2020 7pm-9pm
Zoom Instructions: Please log on by 6:55 pm. Check your email for specific Zoom instructions.
UOD: Blues
2020 FLWG/SER Conference
Oct. 8 - 10, 2020
added 7/27/20
Who: Cadets and Senior Members
What: FLWG/SER Conference
When: Thursday, Oct. 8 through Saturday, Oct 10, 2020
Where: Tampa, Florida
Transportation: TBD
For conference details please visit the Florida Wing Website.
Congratulations Graduates! Click on the image below to link to a presentation for college bound students prepared by one of our Senior Members. This power point presentation has tips and tricks for getting to move into your dorm room. Parents and high school juniors may find this information helpful too!
added 5/5/20
Join us for Military Straight Talk from current & former CAP cadets
Thursday, November 12, 2020 at 7:00 PM
Who: Any CAP member
What: Hear and participate in the discussion with cadets and former cadets discussing their military journey.
When: Thursday, November 12, 2020 at 7:00-8:30PM
Where: via Zoom check your email for the link
Military Talk Night:
On November 12th @ 7-8:30pm cadets will have a unique opportunity to learn from our former and present squadron members who are currently following a career path in the United States Armed Forces. Learn about the different paths each of them took, their experiences, why they choose their path and pass down tips to aspiring cadets. Additionally the cadets will have an opportunity to talk about higher education provided by the armed forces, which often comes at no or reduced cost.
Speakers are:
A1C Mya Demarco USAF, Air Force enlisted
C/Lt Col Michael Lambert, AFROTC - Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
2nd Lt Lucas Johnson, USAF, AFROTC – Graduated Clemson University
C/Kyle Metts, OTC Marines, Broward College
2nd Lt Iriolexis Bierle (Encalada), Graduated United States Air Force Academy
You are invited to join us for Military Talk Night on Thursday, November 12th at 7:00 p.m. Hear and participate in the discussion with cadets and former cadets discussing their military journey.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83025340631?pwd=ZE8wVzlFb1ltRzQvTEErVjk2c2xOZz09
Meeting ID: 830 2534 0631
Passcode: 712766
Drone Ground School - Virtual
Get your FAA Drone license!
Who: Cap Members, past or present
To become a drone pilot you must:
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Be at least 16 years old
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Be able to read, speak, write, and understand English
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Be in a physical and mental condition to safely fly a drone
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Pass the initial aeronautical knowledge exam
What/Goal: The goal is to pass the FAA 107 exam ($110)
This course: Drone Pilot License Test Prep Course
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Ace your FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Knowledge Test
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$129 value for only $20 (pay at link below)
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You will need to pay the FAA $110.00 to take the test.
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Be able to help on ES SQTR’s
When: 3 Consecutive Saturdays from 10am-2pm: November 7, 14 & 21 (must attend all 3 sessions)
Where: Virtual
UOD: CAP t-shirt
You must signup on the roster: Cadets & Senior Members sign-up here , a donation of $25 to Airmen2b is greatly appreciated.
Via CASH APP
Payment Personalized link: https://cash.app/$Airmen2B
Via PAYPAL
Payment Personalized link: https://paypal.me/Airmen2B
For more details on the new FAA Part 107 drone regulations go to https://www.faa.gov/uas/
Chipotle Fundraiser
Tuesday, November 17, 2020
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
added 10/5/20
What: Squadron Fundraiser! Support our squadron and enjoy a dinner from Chipotle on Tuesday, November 17, 2020, from 5:00 PM - 9:00 pm, and a percentage of all sales will go to the squadron!
Who: Everyone! Please tell your family and friends about this fundraiser at this popular eatery.
Where: Chipotle Mexican Grill
15880 Pines Boulevard
Pembroke Pines, FL 333027
(954) 433-9918
There are four ways to guarantee your purchase will count:
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Show the cashier a digital flyer prior to paying
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Show the cashier a paper flyer prior to paying
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Don't have a flyer? Just mention the fundraiser to the cashier prior to paying.
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Order online and pickup Chipotle for your fundraiser by using the Promo Code RWLHBRJ on the Chipotle app or website. Ordering delivery for fundraisers is not permitted at this time.
Thank you for supporting our squadron!
2020 Stuart Airshow
November 7 - 8, 2020 (Sat.-Sun.)
Who: Cadets who have earned the Curry award and higher. Senior Members minimum requirement is Level 1 and CPP Completion.
What: The Stuart Composite Squadron (FL-024) will again host Civil Air Patrol's volunteer participation in the Stuart Airshow. This is one of the premier air events in the SE United States.
When: Saturday - Sunday, November 7-8, 2020
Where: Stuart Airport (SUA) / Witham Field / Stuart, Florida
UOD: ABU's/BDU's
Transportation: TBD, Sign up for this event to assist us in planning for transportation.
Cadets sign-up here Senior members sign-up here
Stuart Airshow website:
Volunteer hours will be given!