Summer training opportunities
The first year cadets (age 12 and 13) entry level summer training course is?
General training
What type of riffle is used for cadet marksmanship?
The Daisy Air Riffle
What is the activity cadets participate when on parade?
Drill
What does the term FTX stand for?
Field Training Exercise
What is the recommended amount of physical exercise the average person should be seeking?
Its recommended 1 hour of physical activity!
Name the five basic level summer training courses a cadet has the option to apply for?
basic drill and ceremonial, expedition, marksmanship, Band and sports and fitness
what activity within the cadet program promotes map and compass in the form of a race using clues along with orange and white markers?
Orienteering
When there is a minor issue it is important we solve the issue by following a.......?
Chain of Command!
5 man tent!
What is the average amount of water one should drink in the run of a day?
Recommended 6 to 8 cups of water
Expedition Training Courses
When participating in marksmanship and we are firing grouping targets there are two targets per round how many pellets go into a grouping?
5 pellets are fired into each target.
What does our unit do in specific to volunteer within the community?
poppy drive and vets and friends
When we are out doing activates in the snow what type of footwear could we be using?
snow boot, snow shoes or skiis!
What is two ways to relief stress?
listen to music, take up a new hobby, go for a walk, dance, read a book, talk it out with someone you trust, Eat better, Yoga, exercise, meditate, make a more consistent sleep schedule, enjoy a new hobby, partake in an activity you enjoy, invest in a stress ball, drink more water, fuscous on self care
What is the main skill you develop by participating in a 6 week training course?
By taking a 6 week course you develop and build on your instructional abilities and gain leadership skills!
When participating in a biathlon competition how many targets does each participant shoot at the back stop?
Each round there will be 5 shots fired.
At the end of an outdoor activity or when relocating areas what must we conduct to insure the location is left in the same manner we discovered it?
Work together to conduct a garbage sweep!
Name four important materials to pack in a first aid kit?
Bandages, gauze, emergency blanket, polysporn, scissors, waterproof matches, anapestic wipes, tweezers, sting relief, hand sanitizer, tissue, Gravel, wound dressing, safety pins, thermometer, gloves, Q-tips, CPR shield, medical tape, juice box and hard candy, trauma dressing, clod pack, dyna stopper dressing, sterilize water packets
Why is it important to be positive?
Helps with stress management, Good for your heath, helps you achieve goals, Motivates the people around, Influences your self confidence, improves performance and overall helps allow you to enjoy and appreciate little things!
After the completion of a 6 week training course what options does a cadet have to continue their journey within the CTC?
A cadet has the option to become a staff cadet at the age of 16. Another option would be to apply for advance leadership courses i.e. Leadership and challenge (rocky mountain) or an International exchange.
This trial of events involve a series of running (summer)/Skiing (winter) and marksmanship. Involves 2 relays of shooting and 3 relays of running/skiing.
Biathlon
Define Mentorship within the cadet program?
When a cadet reaches out to a more experienced personnel and receives guidance the mentee will develop some of their leaders skills and qualities.
PS is also important to pick a mentor you can really relate to and communicate with
When on an FTX we are burning a lot of calories through various activates what is usually provided for meals?
Rations/ MREs
Why is physical activity important to practice in your everyday life?
improves your muscle strength, boosts you endurance, improves heart and lung health, controls blood levels, reliefs stress, helps you sleep, helps you have more energy, mental health and self confidence and MUCH MORE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!