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401Gives is LIVE! Help us support the Rhode Island Wing
by SKRABUT, STAN - COL CAP, RIWG/CC 31 Mar '26

31 Mar '26

Hi Team, Today is the day! 401Gives—Rhode Island’s biggest day of giving—is officially underway, and we need the full strength of the Rhode Island Wing to make this campaign a success for our cadets and our missions. From now until 6:00 PM tomorrow, April 1, we have a unique window to raise the vital funds that support our emergency services, aerospace education, and leadership development programs. How you can take action RIGHT NOW: 1. Donate: If you are able, please consider making a contribution to our official page: https://www.401gives.org/organizations/civilairpatrol-rhodeisland. * Pro-tip: Donating early helps us qualify for matching prizes throughout the day! 2. Spread the Word: Share our mission with your friends, family, and professional networks. Personal stories about why you serve in CAP are the most powerful way to inspire others to give. 3. Social Media Blitz: Post the link on your Facebook, Instagram, or X (Twitter) accounts. * Sample Post: "401Gives starts TODAY! I’m proud to support the Rhode Island Wing of the Civil Air Patrol and our mission to develop tomorrow's leaders. Join me in making a difference: https://www.401gives.org/organizations/civilairpatrol-rhodeisland #401Gives" * Other sample messaging: https://www.401gives.org/info/social-media#sample-posts Why your support matters: Every dollar raised stays right here in Rhode Island. These funds ensure our cadets have the resources they need to thrive and our senior members have the equipment and training necessary to keep our communities safe through search and rescue and disaster relief. Let’s show the Ocean State the incredible impact of the Civil Air Patrol. Thank you for your continued service and for helping us reach our fundraising goals! 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:e1e2719a-c52a-4875-ba7a-60899476a63f] Volunteers serving America's communities, saving lives, and shaping futures

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Heads Up: Get Ready for 401 Gives!
by SKRABUT, STAN - COL CAP, RIWG/CC 30 Mar '26

30 Mar '26

Hi Team, We are excited to announce that Rhode Island Wing will be participating in 401 Gives, the state’s biggest day of giving, on March 31st and April 1st! This is a fantastic opportunity for us to raise vital funds to support our missions, programs, and members. While the event is still a few weeks away, we wanted to give you a "heads up" so you can start thinking about how you can help us make a significant impact. The success of online giving days relies heavily on the strength of our collective networks. We don't need you to make a donation yourself—we need you to help us spread the word! How you can prepare: * Think about your network: Consider friends, family, and colleagues who might be interested in supporting the Wing’s mission. * Identify your "Why": Think about why you serve in the Civil Air Patrol. Personal stories are the most powerful way to inspire others to give. What’s coming next: In the next week, we will provide you with a toolkit of ready-to-use messages and social media posts. You won’t have to write a thing—just copy, paste, and share! To get you started, here is a preview of how you can support the campaign: * Share and share alike: Help us grow our reach by sending our upcoming campaign emails to your personal contacts. * Be socially active: Use your Facebook, Instagram, or X (Twitter) accounts to share your passion for the Wing and our local impact. * Become a fundraising champion: If you want to go the extra mile, you can create a personal fundraising page to drive people to our profile. Thank you in advance for your dedication to the Rhode Island Wing. Together, we can make this our most successful 401 Gives yet! 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:6ab3d439-e74f-4da2-934a-2e65667665d0] Volunteers serving America's communities, saving lives, and shaping futures

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Fw: ME/ NH Encampment request for additional cadre.
by SKRABUT, STAN - COL CAP, RIWG/CC 28 Mar '26

28 Mar '26

Hi Team, Col Hyland from Maine Wing is looking for cadet cadre for their upcoming encampment. Please see message below. No reply is necessary. 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:4a8ea76b-97ba-4a66-8bc3-737069f2225a] Volunteers serving America's communities, saving lives, and shaping futures ________________________________ From: Mark Hyland <mark.hyland(a)mewg.cap.gov> Sent: Saturday, March 28, 2026 2:01 PM Wing Commanders, I write to request your assistance in finding additional cadet cadre to assist with our upcoming encampment. If you are willing, could you please distribute among your advanced cadet staff. Thanks for your assistance. The Maine and New Hampshire Wings Joint Encampment, taking place from 17-26 July 2026, is still seeking cadre to serve as flight staff and in the medical and public affairs sections of our support staff. Our encampment is held at Fort Devens, MA, and we pride ourselves on turning out some of the finest encampment graduates within the Civil Air Patrol. We would like you to join our cadre. As you know, Encampment is a unique activity in CAP. It provides growth, increases students' confidence, develops the cadre, and leaves both students and cadre with tangible skills and lasting connections throughout the wing and region. The Joint Maine/New Hampshire Encampment is among the larger ones, and will therefore offer even more of what you love--more staff to work with, more students to teach, and more things to do. Please apply through our application form HERE <https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSczR7Kmb1FO_Yws7xXvJjIJkgtoIlGLWNt…> at your earliest convenience. We are closing our applications on April 30th, but we would like to fill our slots as soon as possible. Thank you for your consideration, and we hope to see you at our encampment in July! Col. Mark Hyland Maine Wing Commander Disaster Relief Officer Civil Air Patrol, U.S. Air Force Auxiliary (M) 207-515-3959<tel:207-515-3959> (H) 207-998-2893<tel:207-998-2893> GoCivilAirPatrol.com<https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/> [https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/media/cms/CAPEmailLogoNew_0F67A836DA869.png]<https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/> Volunteers serving America's communities, saving lives, and shaping futures

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Invitation to Collaborate: Pawtucket Composite Squadron Open House
by SKRABUT, STAN - COL CAP, RIWG/CC 23 Mar '26

23 Mar '26

Hi Team, The Pawtucket Composite Squadron is excited to announce that they are planning an Open House, and they want the entire Wing to be a part of it! Their goal is to showcase the very best of what we do—from the precision of Drill and Ceremony to the innovation within our Aerospace programs. They know there is an incredible wealth of knowledge across our membership. They would love for you to bring your expertise to the table and help them create a premier event that benefits not just their squadron, but the community and the Wing as a whole. Help Us Choose a Date To ensure maximum participation and visibility, they have selected several Saturday options. Hosting this during the day allows them to reach the public when engagement is highest. Please use the form below to select your availability. They will finalize the date based on when the majority of our subject matter experts and volunteers are available. Proposed Dates: * April 18 * May 9 * May 16 * May 30 * June 6 * June 13 Pawtucket Composite Squadron Open House Event – Fill out form<https://forms.office.com/r/VjpAe97xh4> If none of the dates listed above work for you, please let them know via the form so they can take your feedback into account during the planning phase. Let’s work together to make this a success. They look forward to seeing what we can accomplish as a team! 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:93f8343c-61ae-4a4c-8194-fe33d211a3cf] Volunteers serving America's communities, saving lives, and shaping futures

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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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Fw: SIGN-UP for March 28th Massachusetts Search and Rescue School (MASAR)
by COURTNEY, RICHARD - Lt Col, CAP, RIWG/DOS 13 Mar '26

13 Mar '26

RIWG, If you are not involved in the CI, MA Wing is providing UDF training nearby. See below... 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: Kheyfets, Sergey <sergey.kheyfets(a)mawg.cap.gov> Sent: Friday, March 13, 2026 7:29 PM To: all-members <all-members(a)mawg.cap.gov>; COURTNEY, RICHARD - Lt Col, CAP, RIWG/DOS <rcourtney(a)riwg.cap.gov> Cc: C. Michael Hiam <c.michael.hiam(a)mawg.cap.gov> Subject: SIGN-UP for March 28th Massachusetts Search and Rescue School (MASAR) Greetings! Massachusetts Search and Rescue School (MASAR) is pleased to offer FREE training for Urban Direction Finding (UDF) qualification on 28 Mar 2026 at Trout Brook Recreation area in Holden, MA. NOTE: Sign-up closes on 25 Mar 2026 at 2200 local time What UDF - train and evaluate/sign off tasks * Individualized based on needs When Mar 28th, 2026 Drop-off time: 1000 local Pickup time: 1400 local Requirements UDF * Completed CAPT 116 (General Emergency Services Test (GES)) available in Absorb LMS * Commander Approval for UDF Prerequisites in Operational Qualifications (just submit in Operational Qualifications) * If you still need O-0010 task signed off, minimum equipment list is: * Any CAP authorized uniform * Notepad and pencil/pen * CAP Identification (CAP ID card) * Watch (or phone showing time ) * Orange reflective safety west, ANSI-2 recommended. * Ground and UDF Team Task Guide<https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/media/cms/Ground_Team__UDF_Task_Guide__24_…> * If you don't have all of the equipment listed, you can STILL PARTICIPATE, the task will be signed off at a later date once you have equipment * Note future sessions would also require a Compass (lensatic or orienteering (prefered) ) with "glow in dark" dial for land navigation, you can ask trainers at first session for recommendations Where Pickup/Drop off location: 320 Manning St, Jefferson, MA 01522<https://maps.app.goo.gl/y91TYHUuWELJ7BNS8> Cost Free Food Bring snacks, lunch and hydration SIGN-UP LINK<https://forms.gle/FmW9usHmu39oRJSe8> 1st Lt Sergey Kheyfets Emergency Services Officer, Hanscom Composite Squadron Assistant Emergency Services Officer, Massachusetts Wing Civil Air Patrol, U.S. Air Force Auxiliary (M) 781-392-4875<tel:781-392-4875> GoCivilAirPatrol.com<https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/> [https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/media/cms/CAPEmailLogo_AF2696D854CCA.png]<https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/> Volunteers serving America's communities, saving lives, and shaping futures. 1st Lt Sergey Kheyfets Emergency Services Officer, Hanscom Composite Squadron Assistant Emergency Services Officer, Massachusetts Wing Civil Air Patrol, U.S. Air Force Auxiliary (M) 781-392-4875<tel:781-392-4875> GoCivilAirPatrol.com<https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/> [https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/media/cms/CAPEmailLogo_AF2696D854CCA.png]<https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/> Volunteers serving America's communities, saving lives, and shaping futures.

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Emergency Services exercisc
by COURTNEY, RICHARD - Lt Col, CAP, RIWG/DOS 12 Mar '26

12 Mar '26

WANTED: Participants for RIWG Emergency Services exercise Saturday, March 21. Mission base will be at RIWG HQ, 19 Foster Road, Cranston starting at 0930. Aircrew and Ground Team starts at 1000. Please let me know of your participation by replying to this email (NOT REPLY ALL). 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: March Search and Rescue exercise next weekend - SIGN-UP NOW!
by COURTNEY, RICHARD - Lt Col, CAP, RIWG/DOS 08 Mar '26

08 Mar '26

See below to sign up for a Massachusetts ES exercise this Saturday at New Bedford. In addition to signing up on the link below, if you let me know, I will arrange transportation. Regards, 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, March 7, 2026 2:03 PM To: COURTNEY, RICHARD - Lt Col, CAP, RIWG/DOS <rcourtney(a)riwg.cap.gov> Subject: Fwd: March Search and Rescue exercise next weekend - SIGN-UP NOW! Hi Richard, We're having an A31 exercise next weekend out of New Bedford Regional Airport. RIWG members are welcome to join us. The announcement is below. If you have people that are interested I can share the sign-up roster with you so you can track RIWG participation. Jamie 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. ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: O'Connell, James <james.oconnell(a)mawg.cap.gov<mailto:james.oconnell@mawg.cap.gov>> Date: Sat, Mar 7, 2026 at 1:58 PM Subject: March Search and Rescue exercise next weekend - SIGN-UP NOW! To: all-members <all-members(a)mawg.cap.gov<mailto:all-members@mawg.cap.gov>> MAWG March 2026 Search and Rescue Exercise All MAWG and RIWG members are invited to join us. Opportunities for Incident Command Staff, Communicators, Aircrews, Ground Teams This is primarily for proficiency. Task qualification is secondary. Dates: Saturday, March 14th; backup date of Saturday, March 21st. Sign-up using the link below. Sign-up deadline: 12 March at 1200L- NO signups after deadline March SAREX Signup Link<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeuUIHJLZmdOL4L2mRnxof6GJto2HVY2rx…> We are looking to fill as many Incident Staff positions as possible. This exercise will provide a simulated real world incident and mission tempo.The training scenario is a missing aircraft after a major winter snowstorm. This will include launching aircraft to locate the missing aircraft or perform aerial photography. 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). 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: Maj Steve Goldman March SAREX Signup Link<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeuUIHJLZmdOL4L2mRnxof6GJto2HVY2rx…> 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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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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Fw: CAP/NASA Mission Coordinator/RIWG
by COURTNEY, RICHARD - Lt Col, CAP, RIWG/DOS 02 Mar '26

02 Mar '26

Seniors, NHQ is looking for a Rhode Island volunteer to lead this mission to observe the Aurora during this active sun spot cycle. See below Please include Col Skrabut and myself on copy of your email of intent. 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: Lt Col Glenn Carman <gcarman(a)pawg.cap.gov> Sent: Monday, March 2, 2026 3:37 PM To: COURTNEY, RICHARD - Lt Col, CAP, RIWG/DOS <rcourtney(a)riwg.cap.gov>; SKRABUT, STAN - COL CAP, RIWG/CC <sskrabut(a)riwg.cap.gov>; WARNER, LARRY - CAPT, CAP, RI034, Ext AEO <lwarner(a)riwg.cap.gov> Cc: Maj Barbara Pope <bpope(a)pawg.cap.gov> Subject: CAP/NASA Mission Coordinator/RIWG To all, We are in need of an individual who will take on the position of Mission Coordinator for the CAP/NASA Aurora Watch Mission. Please reach out to your Senior Members for volunteers. Any Senior Member in RIWG can take on this position as it is not specific to any particular duty assignment. Those who wish to volunteer should send me an email of intent to start the registration process. V/r Glennrco -- Lt Col Glenn Carman Internal Aerospace Education Officer Northeast Region / Civil Air Patrol Assistant Director of Aerospace Education Pennsylvania Wing / Civil Air Patrol gcarman(a)pawg.cap.gov<mailto:gcarman@pawg.cap.gov> C: 1.516.658.3499 GoCivilAirPatrol.com<https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/> [https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/media/cms/CAPEmailLogoNew_0F67A836DA869.png]<https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/> Volunteers serving America's communities, saving lives, and shaping futures.

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