http://www.armycadetforce.com/forum ArmyCadetForce.com |army cadet|acf|army cadet force|acf|uk cadets|regiment|military en Fri, 18 May 2012 16:19:42 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.armycadetforce.com/forum/images/misc/rss.jpg http://www.armycadetforce.com/forum http://www.armycadetforce.com/forum/showthread.php?t=22037&goto=newpost Fri, 18 May 2012 13:45:09 GMT This year we're apparently at Sennybridge in Farm 9 - anybody know the area and have an tips, pointers or advice? :) ]]> Annual Camp HMCK001 http://www.armycadetforce.com/forum/showthread.php?t=22037 http://www.armycadetforce.com/forum/showthread.php?t=22036&goto=newpost Fri, 18 May 2012 12:36:40 GMT Hello All,

I'm off out on my first tri-coy FTX as an instructor this weekend (hooray!!)...

I don't own a set of webbing, so I will be checking out the CTV. (It was that or take some 58' but decided all the other CFAVs might bully me if I took that :( )

Having had an assault vest as a cadet I was dead against them, and made the jump to scrounging PLCE where I could, and I remember why!!!

Just finished 'packing' - to empathise with cadets I have kept the ammo pouch clear (although no doubt my Haribo will end up in here later on). What I have discovered is that I have nowhere to keep a waterproof... Which makes me feel a bit guilty for yelling at cadets who had them feebly strapped in and kept dropping them. I find myself in the same embarrassing boat...

So, just to emphasise, I'm not taking anything particularly unnecessary... Except the thermos flask, but I am not going without that...

Pouches, from right to left, are packed in the following order....

- Thermal Flask & crap hat
- Warm kit, that is, hat, shemagh, gloves
- Waterbottle and Mug (brew kit will also be going here when issued)
- Mess Tins, gas stove, and spork
- Haribo... Will probably have to replaced with 'real' rations when issued.
- Empty ammo pouch.

If someone could shed some light on where the little darlings (and I) are supposed to keep a goretex, that'd be fab?!

Second issue, aside from space, is that I've done the thing up as tight as it will go, and it is still massive, and I am not as small as a cadet. I mean, I know it's one size fits all, but really???? It'll drop off me at this rate...

Will update experiences post-FTX :) ]]> Uniform Kit and Equipment JemmaLouise1501 http://www.armycadetforce.com/forum/showthread.php?t=22036 http://www.armycadetforce.com/forum/showthread.php?t=22032&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 22:22:41 GMT Having done my CRU last weekend, we had a discussing with the WO running the course and our Company OC and came to the conclusion that, where possible, we will use them in the field on annual camp. However, I was just thinking - we're issued the older headsets with throat mikes and one earphone, which I would guess (hope!) is acceptable hearing protection for that ear, but what do we use in the other ear? If we're going to be giving contact reports and movement orders under fire, we're not going to be able to remove the headset and use full headsets as we normally would!

On an entirely unrelated point, during a contact situation is it acceptable to use the radio to give a command like "Move 50 metres east and flank" as opposed to giving a grid reference? (Obviously all said with correct voice procedure) ]]> Signals HMCK001 http://www.armycadetforce.com/forum/showthread.php?t=22032 http://www.armycadetforce.com/forum/showthread.php?t=22027&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 12:30:30 GMT Puff D made an excellent post regarding arranging your end of term "Prom"

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To ensure maximum excitement and have people attend the event and come away satisifed, he suggests something which is in my view very sound to consider when you recruit, and for that matter when you are running a weekend or camp.


Under Promise and Over Deliver

Extreme example: If you were to recruit with a film showing only your four star cadre on their final FTX, cammed to the eyeballs, toting LMG's, or your shooting team at Bisley, you are building your cadets expectations up too far to quickly!

You need to strike the balancve of showing good things are possible, but there is a challenge ahead to get there?



If your potential recruits see such as this and turn up to the detachment, you have built in a bit of a disappointment to start with?

Similarly for weekends or annuals, you are better underselling rather than promising excitement all the way through!


If it is planned your 4 star group is going to be picked up at ENDEX by a Chinook, don't tell 'em until its in the sky!

]]> Recruiting, Joining and Fundraising tom_dkg http://www.armycadetforce.com/forum/showthread.php?t=22027 http://www.armycadetforce.com/forum/showthread.php?t=22026&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 09:12:01 GMT hi everyone.... I was an army cadet in Herts ACF during the period 1989-1993. Had an amazing time while I was there and achieved my 4*, became a local sgt, completed both my scic and jcic and was the only person for herts acf to attend the Leadership Development course held at Bagshot Park. I... hi everyone....

I was an army cadet in Herts ACF during the period 1989-1993.
Had an amazing time while I was there and achieved my 4*, became a local sgt, completed both my scic and jcic and was the only person for herts acf to attend the Leadership Development course held at Bagshot Park.

I was wondering...does anyone know how long cadet records are held for as I need a copy of mine so I can use my previous training to join something.

Anyones help would be greatly appriecated.

Elanor ]]> New Arrivals elanorf http://www.armycadetforce.com/forum/showthread.php?t=22026 http://www.armycadetforce.com/forum/showthread.php?t=22025&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 19:45:44 GMT The SGT at my detachement have been asked to make a model kit each and we are wondering what we should write on the cards we have got 1 section 2 section etc. But not sure on what else to have on them??:confused: The SGT at my detachement have been asked to make a model kit each and we are wondering what we should write on the cards we have got 1 section 2 section etc. But not sure on what else to have on them??:confused: ]]> Fieldcraft N Woodhead http://www.armycadetforce.com/forum/showthread.php?t=22025 http://www.armycadetforce.com/forum/showthread.php?t=22014&goto=newpost Tue, 15 May 2012 15:51:12 GMT What are the possible options for gaining your 4 stat ? What are the possible options for gaining your 4 stat ? ]]> Army Cadets Mulligan123 http://www.armycadetforce.com/forum/showthread.php?t=22014 http://www.armycadetforce.com/forum/showthread.php?t=22013&goto=newpost Tue, 15 May 2012 15:02:16 GMT I'm on my Company shooting team, but i was just wondering how many people get sent to Bisley per county.

I think it's 4 Shooters and 1 Reserve, but i'm not sure if that's per company or per county... ]]> Shooting Milkins http://www.armycadetforce.com/forum/showthread.php?t=22013 http://www.armycadetforce.com/forum/showthread.php?t=22011&goto=newpost Tue, 15 May 2012 09:22:03 GMT anyone have a pdf or a handful of the above they would be willing to give me ? Hens teeth these things thanks in advance anyone have a pdf or a handful of the above they would be willing to give me ?

Hens teeth these things

thanks in advance ]]> Shooting Pea http://www.armycadetforce.com/forum/showthread.php?t=22011 http://www.armycadetforce.com/forum/showthread.php?t=22010&goto=newpost Tue, 15 May 2012 08:17:38 GMT Hi guys, The BHF (British Heart Foundation) and Resuscitation Council (in partnership with many other charities and organisations) are running a campaign to get ELS: Emergency Life Support on the school curriculum as part of a current review. Please take a few minutes to complete the online... Hi guys,

The BHF (British Heart Foundation) and Resuscitation Council (in partnership with many other charities and organisations) are running a campaign to get ELS: Emergency Life Support on the school curriculum as part of a current review.

Please take a few minutes to complete the online petition, together we could make a difference.

Sign the petition at the BHF Website.

http://www.bhf.org.uk/get-involved/c...ng-skills.aspx ]]> First Aid Totalbiscuit http://www.armycadetforce.com/forum/showthread.php?t=22010 http://www.armycadetforce.com/forum/showthread.php?t=22009&goto=newpost Mon, 14 May 2012 18:50:30 GMT Plans for Armed Forces Day this year or what's happening near you? If you're taking part and any interesting stories about it in the last few years? :) ]]> Army Cadets CdtCurls http://www.armycadetforce.com/forum/showthread.php?t=22009 http://www.armycadetforce.com/forum/showthread.php?t=22006&goto=newpost Mon, 14 May 2012 12:44:55 GMT Afternoon :cool: I have a dilemma, because of personal reasons, for my FTX I am supplying myself with my own meals etc. However, I am trying to think about what to take exactly, because I need to think of items which will give me enough energy, yet are fast to make, or pre-made, but clearly... Afternoon :cool:

I have a dilemma, because of personal reasons, for my FTX I am supplying myself with my own meals etc. However, I am trying to think about what to take exactly, because I need to think of items which will give me enough energy, yet are fast to make, or pre-made, but clearly nothing like the stuff in a ration pack... I.e. Breakfast bars, yeah great, but what kind? Personally I was considering the Belvita ones... And with regards to others, not a clue...

Any Suggestions?

If None, I'll think of something, I always do :)

Regards :cool: ]]> Fieldcraft Stewart http://www.armycadetforce.com/forum/showthread.php?t=22006 http://www.armycadetforce.com/forum/showthread.php?t=22005&goto=newpost Mon, 14 May 2012 11:32:07 GMT Does anyone have any pictures, handouts, anything with regards to this lesson, I'm teaching it tonight, and to be honest, I can't remember every single type, nor can I recall what they would look like, or how to set them up, I just always stuck to one kind in particular, not that I even remember the name of it :)

Regards :cool: ]]> Star Boards, Lessons, Training and Promotion Stewart http://www.armycadetforce.com/forum/showthread.php?t=22005 http://www.armycadetforce.com/forum/showthread.php?t=22004&goto=newpost Mon, 14 May 2012 10:40:03 GMT As its been so long since i have issued recce patrol orders, please bare in mind im 46, and regularly forget what ive had for breakfast lol, im looking for a little(a lot) of guidance. I have been tasked this week to present orders for a recce patrol. Does anyone know of a template? I appreciate... As its been so long since i have issued recce patrol orders, please bare in mind im 46, and regularly forget what ive had for breakfast lol, im looking for a little(a lot) of guidance.
I have been tasked this week to present orders for a recce patrol.
Does anyone know of a template?
I appreciate this maybe security sensitive so an email would of course be of great assistance.
I have a copy of all arms tams but i cannot make head nor tail of it.
Thanks in anticipation. ]]> Star Boards, Lessons, Training and Promotion pioneer4pararaf http://www.armycadetforce.com/forum/showthread.php?t=22004 http://www.armycadetforce.com/forum/showthread.php?t=22003&goto=newpost Sun, 13 May 2012 21:13:10 GMT I have had a quick search but I can't understand what Limit of Exploitation (LoE), Line of Departure (LoD), and what Forming Up Point (FUP) actually means when out on the ground?

Could anyone explain? :RapidFire


Cheers,

HurryUp&Wait! ]]> Fieldcraft http://www.armycadetforce.com/forum/showthread.php?t=22003