As previously noted, the committee office-bearers (chairperson, treasurer and secretary) are standing down. We have received a nomination for chairperson, but the offices of secretary and treasurer remain unfilled. Please contact me if you wish to be nominated.

A strong support committee means a healthy unit, with the funds and person-power to run many exciting and rewarding activities for the cadets. If you are able to help in any way or wish to contact the Support Committee with any queries, please phone me (388 2922) after 7pm, or email Chris Donachie on porangilady1@hotmail.com.

We look forward to seeing you on 19th March, from 6.45pm and would appreciate a small plate of finger food to share.

Chris Donachie,
Chairperson,
38 (Wigram) Sqn ATC Unit Support Committee.]]> Mon, 24 Feb 2014 11:02:53 GMT Welcome back! This is just a short note to inform you that the annual subscriptions for this year have been kept the same as last year - $180 for one cadet, $150 each for two or more cadets in the same family. Thanks to some very successful fundraising we have now been able to keep fees at this level for three years. We would appreciate it if subs could be paid by the end of term one to help us with our budgeting.

All the best for 2014,
The 38 (Wigram) squadron ATC support committee]]> Wed, 12 Feb 2014 08:11:23 GMT Please note that if there is wet weather then the night will still go ahead with indoor alternatives.

Where: Wigram Cadet HQ

When: 6:30pm – 9:15pm 20th November 2013

PLTOFF C Lacey, NZCF
Training Officer
No 38 (Wigram) Squadron
Air Training Corps]]> Wed, 30 Oct 2013 06:45:51 GMT In January 2014 New Zealand Cadet Forces is holding a national camp at Waiouru to celebrate 150 years of cadets.

It is open to cadets who have completed their second year of training this year.

There is a list of activities that are planned to be run on the Facebook web site – search for Cadet150.

At this stage the costs are still to be confirmed, as are the dates to travel to and from the activity. The camp dates are 24th till 30th January 2014.

Please let the office know if you are interested in attending this camp and will be able to meet the cost and dates.

M Lamb-Morrow
FLTLT NZCF
CUCDR
No38 (Wigram) SQN ATC]]> Wed, 25 Sep 2013 10:33:13 GMT No 38(Wigram) Squadron ATC is commencing it’s shooting programme for 2013 this Thursday 18 September 2013 at Paparoa Range. We apologise for the short notice for this first shoot, but will be running this every second Thursday until 28 November.

M Lamb-Morrow
FLTLT, NZCF
Unit Commander
No 38(Wigram) SQN ATC
38cucdr@cadetforces.com]]> Wed, 25 Sep 2013 10:33:13 GMT Cadets are to arrive at Wigram no later than 0900hrs on Saturday. We will return to Wigram for pickup by parents at 1600hrs. The purpose of the weekend is to expand on the skills cadets learnt on the Bushcraft Weekend while introducing those skills to all cadets who were not at this camp.

The cost of the exercise is $10 to cover camp costs. Cadets will need to provide their own suitable food for the weekend. A recommended menu is attached. Cadets are expected to have eaten breakfast before arriving at Wigram.

Any cadets wishing to attend the exercise must complete an Exercise Permission form via e-mail to 38stores@cadetforces.com, no later than Wednesday 2 October. Cadets will need to provide a detailed food plan for the weekend including breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks either with their permission form or by e- mailing this to 38stores@cadetforces.com no later than Wednesday 9 October.

We may require parents to provide transport to and from Lake Heron. If you are able to assist us, please also notify us via the e-mail address above no later than 2 October 2013.

Katy Gutsell
Flight Lieutenant, NZCF
No. 38 (Wigram) Squadron
Air Training Corps]]> Wed, 25 Sep 2013 10:33:13 GMT Christchurch Cadet Trust 2013 Fun Run / Walk
Sunday, September 22, at Wigram 11am-2pm

We are running a Fun Run / Walk Day open to all cadets and their families. A 2.5 kilometre circuit will allow each entrant the choice of completing 2.5km, 5km, 7.5km or 10km distance.

We ask each entrant to get some sponsorship for their chosen event.

Sausage sizzle on the day along with Raffle Hampers (3 drawn on the day)
and guess the lollies in the jar.

Several Spot Prizes will be given, including Best Fancy Dress.

Highest sponsorship wins Subs for 2014, with free camps for the next highest.

SPONSORSHIP FORMS to be RETURNED with MONEY

by FRIDAY, OCTOBER 11th, to your own unit.

Entertainment Event! Officer relay race with prizes for Best Officer, Best Team

Final prizes for most sponsorship will be given out on respective parade nights.

THIS IS A COMBINED UNIT EVENT, MAKE IT A SUCCESS!

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Please fill out the form below and post in the registration box by lecture room 1 at the next parade night (August 28th). Thanks!

Name: _________________________________________

Unit: _________________________________________

Phone: ________________________________________

Email: ________________________________________

Individual or Team: ___________________________]]> Tue, 27 Aug 2013 09:23:20 GMT No. 38 (Wigram) Squadron will be conducting a Bushcraft training weekend at Kindson Lodge in the Mt White area from Friday 13th September to 15th September Sunday 2013. This activity is open to all members of the unit.

Cadet will need to be at Wigram on the Friday night at 1830hrs(630pm) and will be back on Sunday at 1600hrs(4pm).

The cost of the camp is $20 to cover transport and accommodation. Cadets will need to provide their own suitable food for the weekend. Cadets are need to have eaten dinner before arriving at Wigram on Friday night.

Any cadets wishing to attend the exercise must complete an Exercise Permission form and return it, along with money, no later than Wednesday 28th August. We will be having a full gear check on Wednesday 11th September. Cadets will need to bring ALL their gear for the camp as well as a detailed food plan for the weekend including breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks.

We may require parents to provide transport to and from the campsite. If you think you are able to assist us, please fill in the form below and return it by Wednesday 04th September.

Any queries can be directed to the unit phone: 02738cadet (0273822338)

Mark Lamb-Morrow
Flight Lieutenant, NZCF
Unit Commander
No. 38 (Wigram) Squadron
Air Training Corps
38cucdr@cadetforces.com
027 2277051

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Parental Transport - Please return on Wednesday 04th September

Name of Cadet: ___________________________________

(_)I am able to provide transport on 13th September from Wigram to Kindson lodge for ___ cadets including my own.
(_) I am able to provide transport on 15th September from Kindson lodge to Wigram for ___ cadets including my own.

My contact phone during this activity: _____________

Signed: ________________________(Parent or Guardian)]]> Thu, 22 Aug 2013 07:21:41 GMT new arrangements have been made for the formal dinner:

Where: Canterbury Aero Club, 800 Pound Rd, Christchurch
When: Wednesday 14th August, 1830-2100 Hours
Cost: $35 For a full 3 course meal

Please find below the menu options. You will need to select one of the two options; these will be pre-ordered before the night so please ensure your choice is correct. Please complete the section below and return to the unit with your money (if you haven't paid already) no later than Wednesday 7th August.

Name:

Main selection: (Circle ONE)

1. Apple Mustard Pork chop on a garlic mash served with green beans, Baby carrots and cauliflower with a hollandaise sauce OR

2. Chicken Veronique on saffron rice served with green beans, baby carrots and cauliflower with a hollandaise sauce

Chris Donachie
Support Committee Chairperson]]> Thu, 01 Aug 2013 10:02:34 GMT Unfortunately due to the closure of the venue the formal dinner has had to be postponed. We anticipate that this will now take place in term three and will we notify everyone when we have a new date and venue.

The committee will retain the money already paid; if this is an issue please contact the committee treasurer Elaine Wilson (kb.ew@xtra.co.nz) to discuss.

Regards,

Chris Donachie
Unit Support Committee Chairperson]]> Thu, 04 Jul 2013 08:04:48 GMT