1 May Dear Cadet Leader,

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1 1 May 2018 Dear Cadet Leader, It is our pleasure to have you attend the California Cadet Corps 2018 Summer Encampment as cadet cadre. We would like to congratulate you on your unit assignment and thank you for taking the initiative and applying for the annual summer encampment. We are confident that by attending summer encampment you will acquire new skills, assume leadership roles, and form camaraderie within your units, all while enjoying yourself. This summer encampment will be conducted the 16th through 23rd of June The following information is provided for your parents/guardians and yourself regarding the summer encampment; 1. UNIT OF ASSIGNMENT: a. The unit of assignment roster can be found at Please review the list and ensure that all information regarding your assignment is correct. If there are any misspellings and/or changes in rank please notify the staff by sending an to and with the required correction. 2. LEADERSHIP: a. Cadets who have been selected as Cadet Cadre Leadership for the 2018 Leadership Summer Encampment are expected to arrive at Camp San Luis Obispo, 10 Sonoma Avenue, Bldg 1301, NLT 2000, 13 June ADVON will take place 13 June 2018 through 16 June The DFAC is available for dinner between on the arrival date. If you are unable to attend ADVON for the entire three days you must notify This may impact your selection. b. Leadership arriving prior to the main body will provide the Corps and Battalion Commanders an opportunity to brief and train cadre on expectations, as well as allow leadership to prepare for their assigned duties. 3. TRANSPORTATION: a. Transportation for cadets on ADVON is not provided by HQ, CACC. It is essential that you speak with your commandant about transportation. There may be adult HQ, CACC, staff members that could provide a ride; however, prior

2 arrangement must be made. If you are not able to arrange transportation to CSLO for the ADVON, please contact me. b. Cadets may travel to ADVON in PT attire, or Class C Uniform, and are to insure hair is within regulation. 4. AWARDS CEREMONY INVITATION: a. See 2018 Summer Encampment Cadet Cadre Awards Ceremony Invitation (Appendix A). 5. PACKING LIST: a. See 2018 Summer Encampment Cadet Cadre Packing List (Appendix B). 6. EMERGENCY CONTACT: a. (805) is the emergency contact for this summer encampment. It will be staffed at all times as to insure proper response time in the given event of an emergency. 7. WEB INFORMATION: a. As we approach the summer encampment, all updates regarding the 2018 Leadership Summer Encampment will be posted on both the California Cadet Corps website ( and California Cadet Corps social media; Instagram ; Facebook Cadet Corps. The California Cadet Corps looks forward to your arrival! Michelle Salazar C/COL, CACC 10th Corps Commander

3 Dear Parents and Guardians, Appendix A 2018 Summer Encampment Cadet Cadre Awards Ceremony Invitation We thank you for allowing your cadet(s) to attend our annual California Cadet Corps Leadership Camp! During their time at summer camp after traveling countless hours to Camp San Luis Obispo, they will be going through rigorous training courses that test their physical, mental, and spiritual skills as a leader. They will have spent numerous hours away from home improving themselves as cadet leaders and their actions will not go unnoticed. On behalf of the California Cadet Corps, we would like to formally invite you to the Leadership Summer Encampment graduation! Leadership Summer Encampment graduation will take place on June 23rd commencing at 12:00 PM, near the 700 buildings of Camp San Luis Obispo. The graduation ceremony will be a Pass in Review ceremony where all units participating in the summer camp will receive their awards and march in honor of successfully completing their courses. The Pass in Review ceremony is one of the oldest military traditions and is performed at the end of each California Cadet Corps summer encampment. There are no fees to attend cadet graduation and we encourage all parents to attend. Parents or guardians must bring a valid driver s license and copy of automobile insurance and registration to the security check-in booth prior to being let on base to proceed to graduation. Upon arriving on base, you will be directed by cadet leaders on where to park for the graduation. For furthermore questions feel free to contact raul.perez@cacadet.org. For more information or assistance on the Leadership Encampment graduation ceremony, please call (805) To get updates on the encampment, pictures and announcements will be posted on our website at ( Pictures will also be posted on Cadet Corps social media: Instagram ; Facebook Cadet Corps. Thank you, and we hope to see you at graduation!

4 Appendix B 2018 Summer Encampment Cadet Cadre Packing List We recommend packing all uniforms in a gourmet bag, or bag of similar purpose, and packing the remainder of items in a single military style duffle bag for ease of transportation. These bags are generally available at military surplus stores and online. A suitcase is also acceptable. Complete Class B uniform (prepared on a hanger) including: Black Dress Shoes or Black Boots Pants (Skirts Optional for Female Cadets) Shirt White T-shirt Awards and decorations Insignia (CAL, CORPS, Rank, DUI ) where appropriate Belt and buckle (brass) Complete Class C uniform, including: Boots (black or tan) Pants Blouse White T-shirt Belt and buckle (black) Insignia (Rank) Complete P.T. Uniform Black P.T. Crew Neck Black P.T. Shorts Over the ankle white P.T. Socks Tennis Shoes/ Running Shoes Headgear Black Beret, Red Beret, Garrison Cap, and/or Utility Cap Note; All Cadets will be given a cap corresponding with their respective units Undergarments Long Socks (7 pairs, Black) Undergarments ( 7 Pairs) White Crew Neck Undershirt (5 recommended)

5 Hygiene Shampoo/Conditioner Soap (Bar) Deodorant Razor and Shaving Cream (As needed) Nail Clipper (Optional) Female Hygiene Products Towel Miscellaneous Sleeping Bag Pillow Boot Bands/ Rubber Bands Laundry Detergent (Optional) Trash Bags (3 Recommended) Notebook Black Pen (2 Recommended) Mechanical Pencil (2 recommended) Mole Skin (Recommended) Backpack (Recommended) DO NOT BRING Weapons of any kind (knives, guns, etc.) Drugs, alcohol, tobacco products (including e-cigarettes) Anything that would not be allowed on a school field trip or campus

1 May Dear Cadet,

1 May Dear Cadet, 1 May 2018 Dear Cadet, It is our pleasure to have you attend the California Cadet Corps 2018 Advanced Summer Encampment. We would like to congratulate you on your unit assignment and thank you for taking