Valparaiso Composite Squadron CAP

09/23/2023

09/23/2023

Several of our Cadets had the privilege of attending the Dunes Chapter of 99’s, Girls in Aviation Day at the LaPorte Municipal Airport. In attendance three aspiring future pilots, C/MSgt Mia Green and C/SSgt Samantha Pratt and C/SSgt Gabrielle Green.

Cadet Gabrielle Green is currently working on obtaining her Private Pilot’s License.

09/16/2023

Cadets and Senior Members at a FTX today, training on their Search and Rescue and Emergency Service skills.

09/11/2023

Twenty-two years ago, and we still remember. Civil Air Patrol was the only asset available to accept the mission of documenting ground zero damage from the air so authorities could analyze initial damages. A lone aircraft containing three members flew in a still sky over the location that just hours before contained the Twin Towers. We cannot escape the tragedies that happen to our communities, state and nation but we can be postured to respond and provide assistance that brings clarity and comfort. Civil Air Patrol responds across the nation to post disaster missions. 9.11.01 is one that will always be deeply imprinted into our minds and on our hearts.

09/10/2023

Friday night the Valparaiso Composite Squadron was honored to present colors and participate in the Patriots Night Game at the Valparaiso High School Football Game.

09/09/2023

Valparaiso Composite Squadron Cadets and Senior Members serving our community at the annual Popcorn Festival.

08/26/2023

08/26/2023

Several of our Cadets are undertaking to become sUAS (Drone) Pilots, they are starting this journey with their technician rating. They trained and practiced for several hours this morning.

08/24/2023

Several of our Cadets spent part of their afternoon yesterday at the Valparaiso Kiwanis Club meeting. They assisted with a presentation to the Kiwanis on the Civil Air Patrol.

They did such a great job sharing what the Cadet Program means to them, what they enjoy most about the program, and how it has helped direct their future career paths. The Cadets also benefited from meeting all the Kiwanis and seeing how they live out a similar mission to make our communtiy a better place.

A big thank you to the Valparaiso Kiwanis for inviting us to share about the Civil Air Patrol and providing us lunch. Great job today C/1st Lt. Cook, C/2d Lt. Bubalo, and C/SSgt Green.

08/13/2023

Come see our Cadets and Senior Members today at the La Porte Airport Air Fair. We have a Cessna 172 and variety of drones on display, ongoing demonstrations and aerospace education.

08/12/2023

Today's Wing Change of Command included Spaatz Award presentations for two amazing Valparaiso Composite Squadron cadets. Please enjoy.

https://www.facebook.com/100064867351164/videos/826329919140071

08/06/2023

08/05/2023

08/05/2023

Valparaiso Cadet Staff Sergeants Pratt and Green with Cadet Tech Sergeant Green manning the Lego Space Shuttle that will be launched into near Space. Two other high altitude balloons with 900 cadet science experiments from 113 squadrons from all 8 regions and APO will also be launched.

The High Altitude Balloon Challenge is a Civil Air Patrol national event where cadets have the opportunity to send experiments to altitudes around 90,0000 ft.

Indiana Wing, Civil Air Patrol has a chase plane and ground crew available to retrieve the experiments.

For more information, visit the National CAP Cadet High Altitude Balloon Challenge page: https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/programs/aerospace-education/cadets/cap-national-high-altitude-balloon-challenge

08/05/2023

Our High Altitude Balloon Challenge Team and Ground Team are on site at Anderson Preparatory Academy for the near space High Altitude Balloon launch.

We are now prepping for launch. More to come soon.

07/30/2023

On Saturday, Several Valparaiso Composite Squadron Cadets and Senior Members trained on first aid with 1st Lt Robert Clark. This is part of their required training to achieve our ground search and rescue qualification. They learned a lot and had fun training together.

07/26/2023

Many Cadet promotions and a Change of Command Ceremony at our meeting last night. Congratulations on your promotions and Congratulations to C/Capt Johnson on his new command.

07/26/2023

Our Cadets are diligently preparing for the “Cyber Patriot Competition”, part of the National Youth Cyber Education Program, created by the National Air & Space Forces Association. The competition is the largest cyber defense competition that puts high school and middle school students in charge of securing virtual networks.

07/22/2023

Several of our Cadets are getting ready to take off on their Orientation Flights. Such an exciting time for these young Cadets.

07/15/2023

The Indiana Wing of the Civil Air Patrol (CAP) held its Encampment graduation and cadet “Pass in Review” Saturday morning at Warrior Field on Indiana Tech’s campus.

07/14/2023

Look where some of our cadets went today.

07/12/2023

07/12/2023

Our Cadets had a very cool backdrop for their PT tonight.

Look what’s parked at the Valparaiso Regional Airport for the upcoming CAF Airpower History Tour, a Boeing-29 Superfortress.

07/10/2023

We spotted C/Col Brayden Schrock teaching students a lesson on discipline at INWG encampment. It's always good to see our top cadets pouring into our newer airmen.

07/10/2023

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07/10/2023

Cannot wait to hear all about the 2023 Indiana Wing Summer Encampment when our Cadets return.

07/04/2023

Today, we honor the spirit of freedom and unite in gratitude for the brave men and women who have fought for our nation's liberty. Happy Independence Day from Civil Air Patrol — if you're celebrating the Fourth of July with CAP, let us know in the comments.

06/25/2023

We know some of these "victims".....great job supporting this important event.

FAA holds simulated plane crash at Gary/Chicago Airport

06/20/2023

Some of our Valparaiso Cadet’s recently experienced their first glider flights. Every one of them loved their glider flights and cannot wait for another orientation glider flight experience.

If you are interested in learning more about our program feel free to message us or stop by at a any Tuesday evening meeting. We meet 6:30 -9:00 pm at the Valparaiso Regional Airport.

06/20/2023

WEBINAR ANNOUNCEMENT! Fly with Cadet Wings: Application Preparation

This webinar will walk cadets through the application and what documents to have when applying. All interested cadets, parents, and senior members are welcome. The presentation will begin at 6:00pm CST. There will be time for questions at the end.

The Cadet Wings application will be opening July 1st.

Join us by using this link: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_MWQ1MTIzYzItZDJiNy00NjhhLWIzMjMtYWZjZTVjN2QxN2Fi%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22129b3010-9044-450b-b159-3efcda34a513%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22fbb6c4aa-0299-4d1d-a828-b765f072102a%22%7d

06/20/2023

Great Lakes Region is hosting several AE focused events this summer!

Great Lakes Region sUAS Academy has four slots left to fill it's inaugural class. It is being held in conjunction with the MIWG Encampment 8-15 July at the Alpena CRTC, registration closes July 1 https://miwg.cap.gov/programs/cadets/encampment

Great Lakes Region STEM Academy still has slots available to fill it's class. It is being held in conjunction with the ILWG Summer Encampment at the Marseilles Training Center (MTC) near Marseilles IL 22-29 July. https://glr.cap.gov/events/glr-stem-academy

Date: July 22-29, 2023 This year's location: Marseilles Training Center (MTC) near Marseilles IL Cadet Cost: $260 includes facilities and STEM supplies (150 Basic encampment costs plus 110 supplies) Register through CampDoc with regular Illinois Wing Summer Encampment registration.

06/19/2023

Today we recognize Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, an official federal holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. It wasn’t until the Union army arrived in Galveston, Texas, 2½ years after the Emancipation Proclamation, that all slaves were free on June 19, 1865.

First displayed in 1997, the Juneteenth flag symbolizes the Juneteenth holiday. The colors are of the American flag since people freed in Texas were American citizens. The arc signifies a new horizon of opportunity. The five-point star is for Texas. The outline of the nova represents the spread of freedom and a new beginning for all.

06/19/2023

The Gary Airport Mass Casualty Simulation event requires volunteers to act as victims for first responders to rehearse and prepare.

The Valparaiso Composite Squadron will be assisting with the event. We have 10 additional spots available. Friends and Family are welcome to attend. If interested in volunteering with us please contact Sherri Winslett at [email protected]

Here are the details:
Event Date: Saturday, June 24th
Time: Arrive at the squadron (Valparaiso Regional Airport 4207 Murvihill Rd., Valparaiso, Indiana) at 0630 and to the Gary Airport by 0730 (Transportation in CAP vans is TBD, plan to transport yourselves for now, carpooling from Squadron can be arranged).

UOD: Wear clothes you can throw away or you don't care if they're torn or stained with injury-simulating materials.

06/15/2023

Today we proudly honor "Old Glory" as a symbol of our nation's unity and freedom, reminding us of the sacrifices and values we hold dear. Flag Day commemorates when the Second Continental Congress adopted the flag of the United States on June 14, 1777.