Cadet Program - California Wing, Civil Air Patrol (U.S. Air Force Auxiliary)

The CAP Cadet Program is a program where Cadets fly, learn to lead, hike, camp, get in shape, and push themselves to new limits. The goal is to provide consistent opportunities for Cadets to achieve. Through events that focus on Leadership Aerospace, Emergency Service, Drill and Ceremonies and Character Development, members can explore and learn ways to hone their skills to better themselves and our community.

While there are many youth-oriented programs in America today, CAP's cadet program is unique in that it uses aviation as a cornerstone. The program allows young people to progress at their own pace through a 16-step program including aerospace education, leadership training, physical fitness and moral leadership. Cadets compete for academic scholarships to further their studies in fields such as engineering, science, aircraft mechanics, aerospace medicine, meteorology, as well as many others. Those cadets who earn cadet officer status may enter the Air Force as an E3 (airman first class) rather than an E1 (airman basic).

To become a cadet, you must be at least 12 years old and not yet 19 years old. Cadets meet 2 hours per week and one Saturday per month, on average, and also have opportunities to attend leadership encampments, career academies, and other activities during the summer.
Find a local Civil Air Patrol Cadet or Composite Squadron at: http://hosted.where2getit.com/civilairpatrol/ or visit http://cawgcadets.org/wp/ for more information.