By Sergeant Margarette Campollo, 702 Saskatoon, Royal Canadian Air Cadets.

LOCAL CADET LEARNS ABOUT AVIATION

Aug 15, 2023 | 11:16 AM

Leading Air Cadet Brody Hiebert of 171 Melfort Phoenix, Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron, in Melfort, Sask., tests his paper airplane at Camp Saskadet, near Kelvington, Sask., on August 6, 2023.

Hiebert joined other cadets from rural Saskatchewan for a i5-Day Cadet Activity Program. During this experience, Hiebert participated in fun, safe, challenging, and well-organized activities in their local area such as marksmanship, aviation activities, and hiking.

“I enjoyed making paper airplanes because I love learning about aviation,” said Hiebert.

Hiebert joined cadets 8 months ago because he’s always been fascinated with aircraft and aviation. Hiebert also participates in activities such as orienteering, marksmanship, and field training exercises.

“I would definitely encourage people to join cadets, the more people the better,’ said Hiebert.

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Summer training is just some of the activities available to youth at local, regional, and national levels in the Canadian Cadet Program year-round. The Canadian Cadet Program is open to all youth between the ages of 12-18 years old and develops confident, self-sufficient leaders who form lasting friendships and are engaged in their communities. Air Cadets also learn about aviation technologies, air crew survival, and how to fly.

Adults are also needed to help train, administer, and supervise the local youth involved in the Canadian Cadet Program. Becoming part of the Canadian Cadet Program is easier than you may think, it’s a lot of fun, and the skills you learn are likely transferable to your regular employment. No previous military or cadet experience is needed.

Contact 171 Melfort Phoenix, Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron, at 306-862-1365 or 171air@cadets.gc.ca to find out how to get in on the fun and learning. Training restarts locally in September.

• For more information about the Canadian Cadet Program, visit www.cadets.ca