Well it’s that time of year. 525 Pathfinder Squadron will be taking a break (Stand Down) over the holiday season. The squadron will not be participating in any activities from 18 Dec 21 to 8 Jan 23. 
 
Over the past four months we have seen our cadets take large leaps with their development, either through learning what it means to be a cadet for our juniors, to our more senior cadets learning how to lead others and help drive the squadron through this training year. 
 
Since September we have been concentrating on creating a strong foundation. Looking forward, we are going to be starting up more operational training activities - such as flying and overnight survival training. Feel free to look ahead on our calendar to preview our upcoming events. I can’t wait to have our cadets experience these new opportunities.
 
From the adult staff at 525 Pathfinder, we would like to wish everyone an excellent holiday season and looking forward to seeing you all again in-person for 2023.

Activity: Weekend Band Clinic 
Who: Band Members
Where: Navy League and Armoury - 1513 Forbes Ave. North Van.
When: Saturday - 0830 to 1630
           Sunday - 0830 to 1500
Wear: Civies - make sure to wear or bring something warm
Bring: Instrument + Music + Parade Boots and socks in bag + Water bottle. Lunch is provided
NCOIC: Sgt Wu
OIC: CI Peters, A
 
Description 

Band Clinic is a great opportunity to learn more about parade music, parade drill and improve your music skills. A valuable learning opportunity for those in the band.

The Band Clinic will be run by dedicated instructors travelling in from Vancouver Island to teach parade related drill and music. We will be joined by band cadets from near-by squadrons too.
Bring your drill boots to parade parade drill.

Questions to CI Peters, A

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Activity: Commanding Officers Parade - Parents Meeting
Who: ALL 525 Cadets and Parents
Where: 525 LHQ - 595 Keith Road, West Vancouver
When: 1830 - 2115 - Normal Parade Night timings
Wear: Full Blue Uniform
Bring: Fitness Clothes + Water bottle
NCOIC: WO1 Frankowski, G
OIC: Capt Khan, Z 
 
Description 

Commanding Officers Parade is a tradition in the military where the head commanding officer inspects the squadron and acknowledges the cadets' success over the past month.

Cadets will arrive at their regular Monday night timings and participate in parade practice. Parents are highly encouraged to remain and for the parade which starts at 1910.

The CO will march on at 1920, followed by the remainder of the Commanding Officers parade, including the inspection, march past, and awards and presentations. Parents are welcome to watch and support the squadron and their cadet.

After the parade, the cadets will change into sports gear to participate in fitness activities. The parents will conduct a meet and greet to introduce the role of the parent sponsoring committee and expectations of cadets & parents and will answer any questions.

Questions to WO1 Frankowski, G

Date: Sunday November 27th, 2022
Who: All Level 4 cadets (mandatory)
Where: Cypress Mountain Hollyburn Nordic Area (please meet at the Hollyburn mountain trailhead)
When: 0900 for cadets, 0845 for staff until approx. 1530 hrs
Dress: Weather appropriate clothing (i.e. snow gear, winter clothing, waterproof boots)
OIC: CI Sato, T
NCOIC: Sgt Nitsch, R

The Level 4 Morale Day is an opportunity for Level 4 cadets to learn about winter survival situations and participate in team-building activities. 
Cadets will arrive at Cypress Mountain Hollyburn Nordic area at 0900, Level 4 instructors and officers will arrive 15 minutes before. Everyone will be meeting at the parking lot in front of the trailhead. Snowshoes will be provided. Lunch will be provided, but please bring any snacks and personal water bottle (with water). 

Any questions, please contact Sgt Nitsch, R via Slack. 

Activity: Level 4 Survival Day Exercise
Who: ALL Level 4 Cadets (MANDATORY)
Where: Navy League Building, 1555 Forbes Ave, North Vancouver, BC V7M 2Y4
When: Sunday November 13, 2022 at 1300hrs to approx. 2100hrs
Bring FTUs and rain gear, personal dinner and/or snacks, flash light, gloves, hat (toque, ball cap or beret). If no FTUs, please wear weather appropriate clothing. 
NCOIC: FSgt Han
OIC: Lt Williams, M & CI Sato, T

Description:
The Level 4 Survival Day Exercise is an opportunity for cadets to further their wilderness and aircrew survival skills. This event is mandatory for all Level 4 cadets in order to meet their level requirements. Cadets will meet at the Navy League building entrance at 1300hrs and should either eat before they arrive or bring their own dinner/snacks.

Activity: Remembrance Day Parade 
Who: ALL 525 Cadets 
Where: Royal Canadian Legion, West Vancouver Branch 60 & West Vancouver Cenotaph
When: Friday, November 11th 2022 - 1000hrs to 1300hrs
Bring Full Uniform + Parka & Gloves
NCOIC: WO1 Frankowski, G
OIC: Capt Khan, Z 
 
Description 
 
Remembrance Day is a memorial day observed in Canada since the end of the First World War to remember the armed forces members who have died in the line of duty. 
 
As an Air Cadet, this parade is mandatory for ALL cadets. Cadets will meet at the Royal Canadian Legion, West Vancouver Branch 60, located at 580 18th Street in West Vancouver, at the following times: 
 
1. Cenotaph Guard & aide de comps 0900hrs (Navy League)
2. Cadets without assignments No later than (NLT) 1000 hrs
3. Parade Positions: NLT 0930hrs

Many roads will be closed around the Legion and cenotaph for event security. Please allow yourself time to park outside the perimeter and walk to the Legion. 
 
Cadets will have eaten lunch before arriving, as no meals or snacks will be provided. Parents are welcome to stay for the parade; cadets will be able to depart by 1300 after the procession returns to the Legion. 
 
The dress will be your full uniform with your dress shirt, pants, tie, tunic, wedge and boots for those who have it. For those that don’t have a uniform, please dress in black pants and a white dress shirt. Please dress for the weather as well. If the parka or a conservative winter coat will be required, please bring it along with your issued gloves.

** If you can note attend you MUST speak to the squadron warrant officer NLT 09 November and be excused **

Questions to WO1 Frankowski, G

A reminder that there is no Cadets tonight Oct 31.

For any questions, please contact your level NCO or level Officer

The Level 5 cadets will participate in a morale focussed activity on the 23rd of October.

Level 5 cadets will be playing laser tag at the details provided below. Additionally, pizza will be provided as a meal after the activity.  

Dress: Civilian Attire
Time: 1645 - 1845
Location: Laserdome Plus: 2455 Dollarton Highway, North Vancouver.

Questions to FCpl Wu, E

Junior Ground School is a cadet's first exposure to aviation topics relevant to attaining a pilot's license.

All cadets not eligible yet to apply for the GPTC or PPTC are welcome to attend, as this course is meant to instill an interest in aviation.

Our first training night for Ground School is this Saturday, the 22 Oct at the Navy League Building. 

Where: 1555 Forbes Ave (Downstairs Classroom)
When: 1300-1530 hrs
Dress: Civilian Attire
Bring: Notebook, Pen, Water

Questions to WO2 Frankowski, T

Our first flying event for the training year will be conducted this Saturday, 22 Oct.

Cadets who signed up will participate in familiarization by flying in the gliding schools' tow aircraft, Cessna 182's, at Pitt Meadows Airport. Participants will arrive 15 min before their assigned shift (0845, 0945 or 1045)

Dress: Civilian Attire
Bring: Mask & Camera
Where: CYPK - Main Terminal @ 18799 Airport Way, Pitt Meadows

If you have signed up, it is essential to show up, as flying opportunities through out the training year are limited.

Questions to WO2 Frankowski, T