Asheville Squadron - Jul 2008

Vol.
1 Issue 2
Gazette
Gumby
Semper Gumby
July, 2008
Asheville CAP a hit at Hendersonville Air Fair
On an unseasonably hot June weekend (June 7-8), cadet and senior members of the Asheville Composite Squadron, of the Civil Air Patrol, was the center of attention at the WNC Air Museums annual Air Fair held at the Hendersonville Airport. The event, which was also sponsored by the WNC Pilots Associate, featured static displays, skydivers, vintage aircraft, and rides in planes and helicopters. The cadets of Asheville helped with trafc control, while senior members manned CAPs Cessna 172R 991CP static display and the Drug Demand Reduction (DDR) display. A long table full of items from our DDR program were available and all visitors were welcomed to tour the aircraft, and take home literature from the display table. Many area families came to spend a wonderful day outdoors, and take part in all the events the Air Fair had to offer. The Asheville Visitors look over the DDR information table. Above, Captain Joe Weinash shows furture cadets around 991 CP. Composite Squadron was proud to be able to participate in this great event.
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Any society that would give up a little liberty to gain a little security will deserve neither and lose both.
-- Benjamin Franklin
Some of the cadets that helped out at the air fair.
Cadet accepted to elite school chooses to stick around

We said our good-byes to Cadet 2Lt. Nicholas Padleckas and even cut cake with him as part of our farewell, but not so fast. At Thursday evening regular meeting (June 12) Asheville Composite Squadron said goodbye and good luck to one of its cadet ofcers, Nicholas Padleckas, as he is preparing to take a large step in his educational journey. Padleckas, a rising McDowell High School junior, is headed for one of the states most unique schools, the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics. However, after attending a CAP ofcers school this month, Padleckas is having second thoughts and maybe sticking around to complete his schooling at McDowell High and continue his
Padleckas as he becomes a cadet/2Lt. with a little help from mom.
Energy Drinks: Boost or Bust?

Energy drinks have become popular among young adults wishing to increase their energy levels. The drinks accomplish the perceived boost by adding unusually high levels of caffeine and sugar to their products. In most energy drinks caffeine levels are higher than the FDA limit for sodas, which is 65 mg of caffeine per 12 ounces. The FDA does not regulate caffeine in energy drinks, some of which, like Cocaine, contain huge amounts of caffeine: 280 mg in an 8.4 ounce serving, compared with about 100 mg per 6 ounces in Coffee. In general, caffeine consumption should be limited to about 200-300 mg per day. Caffeine isnt directly toxic to the heart. But if you are predisposed to heart disease, even a small amount of caffeine can stimulate the heart. Caffeine can increase your blood pressure and impair blood ow to your heart. It may trigger abnormal heart rhythms, which can be life-threatening in people at risk. There are healthier ways to get an energy boost. Other energizing beverages include fruit juices, low fat milk, and good old-fashioned water. Drink more water, being dehydrated can lead to fatigue. Also make sure youre getting enough carbohydrates. Fresh and dried fruit, vegetables, cereal, low-fat yogurt, and whole-grain breads are just a few of the many nourishing foods that can give you energy. If you are feeling run down, take a look at the reasons why you are so tired instead of trying to x it with energy drinks. Submitted by SM Nancy Greene, DDR Ofcer
association with CAP via the Asheville Composite Squadron. The North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics, which opened in 1980 as the rst school of its kind in the nation, is a public, residential high school where enrolled students study a specialized curriculum designed around science and mathematics. The student body is made up of 11th and 12th grad-
ers who represent more than 90 of the states 100 counties. The campus of the former Watts Hospital, a 27-acre park-like setting that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, serves as home to the school and its students. Padleckas also participated in the squadrons ight academy and, on his sixteenth birthday, soloed in one of Asheville CAP Cessnas. He is working toward
an appointment to the Naval Academy and a career as a naval aviator. He had planned on joining a CAP squadron near the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics and continue his ight train to acquire in private points license. Were happy to keep Padleckas around, what can we say, Were simply irresistible!
Padleckas after his solo ight.
CLC held at Asheville
The CLC Class: (front row: left to right) 2Lt. Rheta Perkins, SM Nancy Greene, SM Barbara Bow, 1Lt. Mike Kroswek, Captain David Rodwell Eric Orgain, (back row: left to right) 2Lt Jeremiah Johnson, 2Lt. John Greene, SM Richard Bow, Major Richard Augur, 1Lt. Richard Feeman, Captain Merlin Phillips, 2Lt. Ralph Weber, Captain Tom Bly and 2Lt. Clint Parker. The Corporate Learning Course (CLC) class that was held at Asheville Composite Squadron the weekend of June 21and 22 graduated 15 students that seemed to thoroughly enjoy the event. Starting Saturday morning student heard a variety of subject taught including Why CAP, CAP In Action, Resources/ Logistics, CAP Corp Structure/ Safety, Broadening Horizons/ PAO, Intro to Teamwork/AEO Sundays subjects included Heart of a Volunteer, Management Principles, Planning/ Decision Making, Teambuilding/ES & Cadets, Mentoring and concluded with a Critique and Graduation. This was the rst CLC conducted by the Asheville Squadron, however, according to Captain Joe Weinash of NC-019 it wouldnt be the last. We are planning to hold SLS one year and a CLC the next, Weinash told members of the squadron at a regular Thursday night meeting.
Chaplains corner
CLC stands for Corporate Learning Course. After completing the Squadron Leadership School (SLS) and learning about squadron operations, senior members should attend the Corporate Learning Course (CLC). The term corporate in the title of this course refers to CAPs status as a nonprot humanitarian corporation chartered by the United States Congress in 1946. Accordingly, winglevel operations carry out the major duties and responsibilities of the corporation for each state, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. The CLC is designed to explain how a wing operates in each of CAPs major mission elements and how mission support functions support these mission elements. Armed with this knowledge, senior members can learn how they and their respective organizations can best support the wing and fulll the corporate role of CAP. Taken from the Nation CAP Knowledgebase.
What is CLC?
What are Moral Values?

Morality is related to dealing with and distinguishing between that which is right and wrong. It deals with the conduct of character; teaching and learning in accordance with the principles of good and turning away from evil. It must follow standards and principles or habits with respect to that which is right according to a supreme authority. Morality involves ethics, virtue, respect, certainty, and most of all truth. Moral Leadership is generally led by a clerical minister (Chaplain) which is qualied to instruct in and uphold these standards but they cannot administer their faith group doctrines. The Chaplain may be assisted by a Moral Leadership Ofcer who may provide non-clerical support for the chaplains professional ministry. In this rst of Moral Leadership articles to appear the Gumby Gazette we will examine the CAP CORE VALUES. CAP Pamplet 50-2(E) gives this introduction to CAP Core Values: The concept of Core Values has permeated the military culture for centuries. Essentially, the challenge has been a continual one of striving to develop an ethical framework to govern personal and professional conduct of military members. Since its creation in 1947, the Air Force has always had a basic set of beliefs or as referred to today, a set of core values. The most recent set of core values for the United States Air Force was published in 1997. When the Air Force began work on core values development, Civil Air Patrol did likewise. The nal version of CAPs core values was formally approved in February 1999 at the Winter National Board. CAP developed these basic values to guide its members in their performance of humanitarian service. (We are to consider how we can help CAP implement its core values during our voluntarily service to our great nation). The United States Air Force set of core values are for its members to live by. They are: Integrity First, Service Before Self, and Excellence in all We Do and are more than just a slogan. They are described as the common bond among all comrades in arms--- (the glue that unies and ties it to the great warriors and public servants of the past,) In 1996 CAP formally approved the following core values: Integrity, Volunteer Service, Excellence, and Respect. CAP has intergrated these core values into all professional development programs for senior and cadet members. The rst core value is integrity. This is the very ber of all core values; without it all other core values cannot prevail. It is the cornerstone for all that is moral and just in our society. The meaning of integrity is; Uprightness of character; virtious; honesty. It also embraces other attributes such as courage, responsibility, accountability, justice, openness, self-respect, and humility. This core value requires all CAP members to practice the highest standards of selfdiscipline. (More to follow in the next issue).
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Research has shown that people who Volunteer often live longer. - Allen Klein
Asheville cadets survive 2008 Summer Encampment

Theyrree baaaack! Asheville Composite Squadron cadets are back from Cherry Point and not too much worse for the wear. Here are a few pictures from their summer adventure.

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Asheville CAP a hit at Hendersonville Air Fair

Cadet accepted to elite school chooses to stick around

Padleckas as he becomes a cadet/2Lt. with a little help from mom.

Energy Drinks: Boost or Bust?

Padleckas after his solo ight.

CLC held at Asheville

What are Moral Values?

Asheville cadets survive 2008 Summer Encampment

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