February 2026 - Riwg_mbrs

Cadet Firearms Training
by BELL, JAMES - Lt Col, CAP, RIWG/ADC 19 Mar '26

19 Mar '26

Once again Rhode Island Wing is pleased to announce a Cadet Firearms Training Day on Saturday, Apr 4, at the Smithfield Sportsman’s Club (SSC). SSC is supplying the club house, indoor range, .22 target rifles and personnel for this event. Please download all 3 attached documents. The letter provides all of the details for this event. Key highlights are below. Copies of the documents are in RIW Teams | General | CadetFirearms. To apply for this activity, print the attached forms (CAPF 60-81 and SSC Release) and have them signed by your parents and squadron commander. Deliver the completed/signed forms (CAP 60-81and SSC Release) to LtCol Bell. Completed forms may be emailed to jbell(a)riwg.cap.gov<mailto:jbell@riwg.cap.gov> or hand carried to Wing Hq or West Bay squadron. Slots will be filled on a first come, first registered basis with the deadline for completed paperwork of Mar 27 2026. Commanders will be notified weekly of approved applications. Event: Cadet Firearms Training Day Director: Lt Col James Bell, CAP; jbell(a)riwg.cap.gov<mailto:jbell@riwg.cap.gov>, 401-632-1722 Date: Apr 4, 2026 9:00 am to 2:00 pm Location: Smithfield Sportsman’s Club (SSC), 14 Walter Carey Rd, Smithfield, RI Cost: $6 (optional: certificates and medals, see below and $20 for lunch) payable on day of event. Uniform: Cadets Field Uniform; Seniors Field Uniform / Polo Shirt Required Forms: CAPF 60-81 and SSC Release Application Deadline: Mar 27, (all paperwork signed and turned in)

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Join Us for RIWG Safety Day – 8 March 2026
by SKRABUT, STAN - COL CAP, RIWG/CC 06 Mar '26

06 Mar '26

Hi Team, I’d like to invite you to our upcoming Rhode Island Wing Safety Day on Sunday, 8 March 2026, beginning at 1000 hours at the Smithfield Sportsman Club. Safety Day is an important opportunity for us to come together as a wing, review key safety topics, share lessons learned, and strengthen our culture of operational excellence. Whether you are a cadet or senior member, your participation matters. We are also looking for members who would be willing to deliver short safety presentations. This is an excellent leadership opportunity for cadets in particular. If you’ve been looking for a chance to brief in front of the wing, build your confidence, and contribute in a meaningful way, this is it. This presentation could also fulfill an achievement requirement. If you would like to present, please contact your squadron commanders and copy Lt Col Niemann. Mark your calendar now and plan to attend. Let’s make this an engaging and valuable Safety Day for everyone. Carpe diem, Col Stan Skrabut Rhode Island Wing Interim Commander Civil Air Patrol, U.S. Air Force Auxiliary (M) 307.287.8147 GoCivilAirPatrol.com<https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/> riwg.cap.gov<http://riwg.cap.gov/> [cid:74b6ac7e-7257-48f4-8d5e-b7a26b9d2a51] Volunteers serving America's communities, saving lives, and shaping futures

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Emergency Services exercise
by COURTNEY, RICHARD - Lt Col, CAP, RIWG/DOS 14 Feb '26

14 Feb '26

The Emergency Services exercise on February 28 with a backup weather date of March 1 will be our first under the new A31 mission symbol, which requires at least 5 people staffing mission base. On the aircrew side there will be a visual route search for MS/MO training and an AP sortie. A Mission Scanner is needed. Mission base will consist of an Incident Commander and Mission Radio Operator and other personnel who show up. Training will be provided. At this time, nobody is signed up for any ground team tasks. If interested, please respond soon, so a scenario can be developed. AND, if you want to assist, but not ready for ES training, I could use people out in the field to be the "targets" of the aerial search. Best, Lt Col Richard Courtney Rhode Island Wing Director of Operations Rhode Island Wing Director of Emergency Services Civil Air Patrol, U.S. Air Force Auxiliary (M) 401.636.0659 GoCivilAirPatrol.com<https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/> [https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXdfnoLZwYhrCXQ3cuLiuYTZOa8q…] Volunteers serving America's communities, saving lives, and shaping futures.

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Fw: February Emergency Services Training Announcement
by COURTNEY, RICHARD - Lt Col, CAP, RIWG/DOS 08 Feb '26

08 Feb '26

Training with MA wing opportunities. There is a RI mission number to pay for ground and air sorties. Lt Col Richard Courtney Rhode Island Wing Director of Operations Rhode Island Wing Director of Emergency Services Civil Air Patrol, U.S. Air Force Auxiliary (M) 401.636.0659 GoCivilAirPatrol.com<https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/> [https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXdfnoLZwYhrCXQ3cuLiuYTZOa8q…] Volunteers serving America's communities, saving lives, and shaping futures. ________________________________ From: O'Connell, James <james.oconnell(a)mawg.cap.gov> Sent: Saturday, February 7, 2026 9:53 PM To: all-members <all-members(a)mawg.cap.gov> Cc: COURTNEY, RICHARD - Lt Col, CAP, RIWG/DOS <rcourtney(a)riwg.cap.gov> Subject: February Emergency Services Training Announcement MAWG February 2026 Emergency Services Training Opportunities Emergency Services training this month will be split into two events: All MAWG and RIWG members are invited to join us. EVENT #1 - SAREX: for Incident Command Staff and Aerial Photography Aircrews EVENT #2 - Massachusetts Search and Rescue School (MASAR): for Ground Team classroom training in the use of topographical maps. Dates (both events): Saturday, February 21st with a backup date of Saturday, February 28th. Sign-up for either the SAREX or MASAR using the link below. Sign-up deadline: 18 February at 2400L- NO signups after deadline February SAREX and MASAR Signup Link<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScCUdU2ii0taY1pdHyjrYRYRuqqe54BVk2…> EVENT #1 - SAREX This exercise will provide a real world incident and mission tempo. The training scenario is a major winter snow storm. This will include launching aircraft to perform aerial photography and visual observation. The SAREX ICP will be located at the Bridgewater State University (BSU) Flight Training Center at New Bedford Regional Airport, 1852 Shawmut Ave North Dartmouth, MA 02747. There is no landline available, but there is guest Wi-Fi internet access. Restrooms and a kitchenette are available. A restaurant is located on the east side of the airport, and fast-food restaurants are nearby. Nor East Aviation Services is located at 1475 Airport Road New Bedford, MA 02746. Avgas and a landline (508-996-1832) if needed for emergencies are available there. SAREX ICP opens: 0900 L (1400 Z) Initial briefing: 1000 L (1500 Z) Remote tasks will be briefed no later than the day before to all aircrews. The exercise is expected to end by 1600 L (2100 Z). There will be opportunities to train for the following specialties: Mission Pilot, Mission Observer, Mission Scanner, Aerial Photographer, Mission Radio Operator, and ALL Incident Command Staff specialties. All MAWG and RIWG members are invited. * All members who sign into the mission must have trainee status for the specialty they want to perform during the exercise. * Members with only a GES qualification may observe and learn how to get started with their training at the Incident Command Post (ICP). SAREX Program Officer: 2nd Lt Jaydin DeArco Email: Jaydin.Dearco(a)mawg.cap.gov<mailto:Jaydin.Dearco@mawg.cap.gov> Phone: 781-363-6899 Incident Commander: TBD February SAREX and MASAR Signup Link<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScCUdU2ii0taY1pdHyjrYRYRuqqe54BVk2…> EVENT #2 - MASAR This will be classroom training. Land navigation instruction will include an introduction to compasses and topographical maps: how to read them and how to use them for navigating. There will be opportunities to qualify or requalify for map-related UDF and GTM tasks. Training will be held at the WESTCOMM regional dispatch conference room at 645 Shawinigan Dr, Chicopee, MA 01020 . There is no landline available. There is public Wi-Fi internet access available. Restrooms, a vending machine and kitchenette for warming food are available. CAP members are able to park directly on site. The training center opens at 0800 local time. Training starts at 0900 local time. Training will end at 1500 local time. All members can participate. Trainee status is not required for this event. Participants should bring their own UDF gear if they have it. But it is not required for training. Bring your own lunch, snacks and water. MASAR Program Officer: Maj Daniel DeLesdernier Email: daniel.delesdernier(a)mawg.cap.gov<mailto:daniel.delesdernier@mawg.cap.gov> Phone: 413-522-9465 February SAREX and MASAR Signup Link<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScCUdU2ii0taY1pdHyjrYRYRuqqe54BVk2…> Maj. James O'Connell Massachusetts Wing Director of Emergency Services Westover Composite Squadron Finance Officer Westover Composite Squadron Search and Rescue Officer Westover Composite Squadron Asst. Emergency Services Training Officer Westover Composite Squadron Asst. Communications Officer Civil Air Patrol, U.S. Air Force Auxiliary (M) 413.387.9462 GoCivilAirPatrol.com<https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/> mawg.cap.gov<http://mawg.cap.gov/> [https://admin.gocivilairpatrol.com/media/cms/CAPEmailLogoNew_0F67A836DA869.…]<https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/> Volunteers serving America's communities, saving lives, and shaping futures.

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Rhode Island Wing CAC Monthly Meeting – Observer Invitation
by Dustin Silva 06 Feb '26

06 Feb '26

Good evening members of the* Rhode Island Wing Civil Air Patrol,* This coming *Tuesday, the 10th, from 1800–1900,* the Rhode Island Wing Cadet Advisory Council (CAC) will be holding its monthly meeting. The CAC serves as the official voice of cadets within the Wing, providing recommendations to Wing leadership on cadet programs, activities, policies, and overall cadet experience across Civil Air Patrol. We strongly encourage *any *cadet interested in influencing *Wing-leve*l decisions and contributing to the future of our cadet programs to attend this virtual meeting as an observer. We will be discussing foundational and finalizing logistics for upcoming activities such as the cadet ball and the drill team. Furthermore, we will be voting to establish a public affairs committee in which observing cadets may be allowed to join. *You may attend using the following link:* https://meet.google.com/hxm-chfw-pjn No uniform is required to observe, and cameras are not required to be on. Observers must remain muted unless called upon or unless they raise their hand and are recognized. Please note that this is a professional setting, and proper etiquette is expected at *all *times. Cadets will have the opportunity to share ideas during the open floor portion of the meeting. If you do plan to attend, please ensure your display name is formatted as *Grade, Name, Squadron*. (Ex. *SMsgt. Silva, Westbay)* If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me or any CAC Officers. The meeting agenda is attached below. I hope to see many of you there!

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Emergency Services Exercise
by COURTNEY, RICHARD - Lt Col, CAP, RIWG/DOS 05 Feb '26

05 Feb '26

RIWG will be conducting an Emergency Services Exercise on Saturday, Feb 28. Ground Team, Aircrew and especially Mission Base staff are needed to make for a successful exercise. Respond to this email with: Name CAPID Area you want to participate in: Ground, Aircrew, or Mission Base Exercise will start at 0900 and finish by 1600. Best, Lt Col Richard Courtney Rhode Island Wing Director of Operations Rhode Island Wing Director of Emergency Services Civil Air Patrol, U.S. Air Force Auxiliary (M) 401.636.0659 GoCivilAirPatrol.com<https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/> [https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXdfnoLZwYhrCXQ3cuLiuYTZOa8q…] Volunteers serving America's communities, saving lives, and shaping futures.

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Fw: Last Chance to Join the CAP/NASA 2026 Aviation Skywatch Mission
by SKRABUT, STAN - COL CAP, RIWG/CC 03 Feb '26

03 Feb '26

Subject: Last Chance to Join the CAP/NASA 2026 Aviation Skywatch Mission Take part in this new CAP Citizen Science Mission [https://8dlh674ab.cc.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=e1806575-2969-4e06-b8a6-be8af00bd7f8…] [https://files.constantcontact.com/b7ca3d9f701/0957e61b-37b4-4ebb-9e5d-64f96…] DISTRO TO: Commander, DCS/AE, DAE, AEO AE Leaders: This is your last chance to register for the 2026 Aviation Skywatch Mission and take part in an exciting citizen science adventure with Civil Air Patrol. This official CAP mission is available to all Cadet and Senior members. Find out how you can be a part of this incredible opportunity before registration closes on February 14th. What is the 2026 Aviation Skywatch Mission? Aviation Skywatch is the 2026 CAP/NASA Mission. This will be the fifth mission conducted by Civil Air Patrol in collaboration with NASA, building on the success of the previous CAP/NASA missions. The mission harkens back to Operation Skywatch, a US Air Force program in the 1950s designed to identify and track aircraft before radar was available; CAP helped train the skywatchers of the Ground Observer Corps. [https://files.constantcontact.com/b7ca3d9f701/d09cd7b9-99d5-433f-862f-07c59…] More About the Mission * Collect data and atmospheric conditions (similar to the 2025 Aviation Weather Mission * Identify and track specific aircraft across multiple wings and regions * Help NASA scientists better understand weather conditions that impact commercial aircraft * 3 Observation dates: 14 March, 11 April, and 16 May * Teams must participate in two of the missions to receive credit [https://files.constantcontact.com/b7ca3d9f701/279e7f71-7d10-4a67-a35f-2228b…] [https://files.constantcontact.com/b7ca3d9f701/641ee80a-7cb3-4a47-a581-5256f…] Why Join? * Be part of a NASA-supported citizen science project. * Learn about aviation weather, aircraft identification, orienteering, tracking, and communications. * Gain hands-on STEM experiences that make a difference. * Connect with a team of curious, motivated cadets and mentors. * QCUA credit for STEM Team * Participants are eligible to apply for CAP/NASA Micro Internships Sign Up Today! Participating squadrons are responsible for fielding an observation team of 8 to 18 CAP volunteers. These volunteers should: * Be in good standing * Completed their GES (General Emergency Services) training * Received their first achievement (Curry Award) if a Cadet * Completed Level 1 if a Senior Member * Completed Cadet Protection Training if over 18 * Have a complete CAP utility uniform such as ABUs or CAP Polos. Note: A CAP Hot Weather uniform is authorized for this mission for situations such as extreme heat conditions when other uniforms may prove to be a safety issue. * Complete the Core Training Materials before their first observation mission. Teams can be comprised entirely of Senior Members, Cadets (with the required adult supervision onsite), or a combination of Cadets and SMs. If a squadron does not have enough volunteers to field a team alone, they are welcome to form a joint observation team with a neighboring unit. Team Leaders must be a Senior Member meeting the requirements listed above. To register a Team (not individuals). Register Now!<https://8dlh674ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001iD3eU8meK1fFiLUdAgVJ3IzsMHWsphELbT…> Mission Staff positions (Operations, Training, Administration, and Data Management) are open to Cadets and Senior Members. Apply Here!<https://8dlh674ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001iD3eU8meK1fFiLUdAgVJ3IzsMHWsphELbT…> If you have additional questions or need clarification, please reply to this email or contact the Mission Director Capt. Dave Wells at dwells(a)cap.gov<mailto:dwells@cap.gov>, (865) 898-0056 Civil Air Patrol/Aerospace Education | 105 S. Hansell Street Maxwell Air Force Base | Montgomery, AL 36112 US Unsubscribe<https://visitor.constantcontact.com/do?p=un&m=001IOrkHIkM6V2ntJFjyZyTlA==&c…> | Update Profile<https://visitor.constantcontact.com/do?ch=37b52134-7173-11f0-8fe4-fa163e76a…> | Constant Contact Data Notice<https://www.constantcontact.com/legal/customer-contact-data-notice> [Constant Contact]<https://www.constantcontact.com/landing1/vr/home?cc=nge&utm_campaign=nge&rm…>

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