GROUP 3 ES BASICS BIVOUAC- MACDILL AFB OCTOBER

MACDILL AVIATION CADET SQUADRON CIVIL AIR PATROL United States Air Force Auxiliary 8104 Condor Street, Building 38 MacDill AFB, FL 33621 GROUP 3 ES BASICS BIVOUAC- MACDILL AFB OCTOBER 21-23 2016 FROM: SER-FL-089 CC SUBJECT: ES Basics Training Bivouac October 2016 Operations Order EVENT DESCRIPTION: Group 3 ES Basics Training Bivouac OBJECTIVES of ACTIVITY: Introduce, train and provide hands on experience for Cadets and Senior Members with aspects of emergency services tasks, such as communications, compass/direction finding, UDF and search. Provide training to qualify cadets with ICUT radio operator qualification. Provide opportunity for team work among cadets & Seniors Provide a safe and positive training environment for cadets and Seniors that reinforce the core values of Civil Air Patrol, customs and courtesies, emergency services, chain of command in order to further develop the cadets and Seniors leadership, followership and emergency Services skills. DATES: 21-23 October 2016 LOCATION: Lewis Lake Campground, MacDill AFB, Tampa Fl, a map to the campsite will be provided to all attendees. ARRIVAL: Staff will arrive on site at 1500 hrs on Friday, and cadets should arrive between 1700 and 1800. All attendees and family bringing them on base will be listed in the Base Access List with the Base Security Police; the final list must be finalized 72 hours in advance. DISMISSAL: Dismissal will be at 1430 hrs on Sunday the 213rd, so we will have enough daylight to effectively clean up the campsite NOTE: This is a weekend activity. All participants should arrange to arrive and depart on the dates and times noted above. Any exceptions to this must be cleared with the Bivouac Commander. Senior members and cadets will NOT be allowed to proceed to participate in this activity unless they meet the proper uniform and grooming standards as prescribed in CAPM 39-1. SIGN-UP PROCEDURES: Participants should fill out and turn in the required forms to their respective Squadron commanders, commanders will certify that all members are safety current and provide the list to the project officer NLT Oct. 14 th. All Participants must submit the activity fee,.the following forms are required by all participants (see attachments) Form 32- Parental Permission Form 161- Emergency contact information. $5 activity fee SQUADRON COMMANDERS WILL PROVIDE EXPECTED PARTICIPANT COUNTS TO PROJECT OFFICER BY 14 October 2016 for planning purposes

MACDILL AVIATION CADET SQUADRON CIVIL AIR PATROL United States Air Force Auxiliary 8104 Condor Street, Building 38 MacDill AFB, FL 33621 TRANSPORTATION: A transportation shuttle service to the campsite will be provided on Friday afternoon and Sunday dismissal from the parking lot of the Visitor Reception Facility (VRF) located to the right of the traffic circle OUTSIDE of the Main Base entrance gate in Dale Mabry Dr. Transportation to and from the event is the member s personal responsibility. It is encouraged that groups get together and arrange carpools. No cadet will be allowed to operate motorized vehicles during the activity. Event transportation while at the activity will be by Corporate Van or Senior Member Vehicle with proper inspections and clearance. ALL NON DOD ID CARD HOLDER ATTENDEES MUST BE ON THE BASE ACCESS LIST, FAILURE TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN DENIAL OF ACCESS TO THE BASE. PRIVATELY OWNED VEHICLES (POVs): Civil Air Patrol and its affiliates are not responsible for any damage or theft to any participant's vehicle and/or its contents. Any cadet (including cadet staff) who brings a POV to the activity is required to show proof of registration and insurance as well as secure the vehicle and turn in the keys during sign-in. Access to MacDill AFB in privately owned vehicle or corporate vehicle requires the following, Submittal by the project Officer the base access list at least three working days prior to activity. Full name including middle initial Valid State Driver s License Transportation during the activity is provided by CAP on MacDill AFB. There is no requirement to exit or leave MacDill during the activity. All activities are confined to the Base. SAFETY: Safety of personnel and assets (CAP and public) will be the number one priority. A safety/orm briefing will be conducted by activity Safety Officer or Commander to include discussion about hazards, with focus on weather and hydration. Additional safety briefings will be held prior to all activities where additional hazards are expected to address these hazards. The Activity commander and the safety officer will have completed ORM to the intermediate level. All members will have completed ORM and all adult members will have completed CPPT. Both activity commander and activity safety officer will have quick and easy access to the most current Safety Pyramid and understand how to use it. Any mishap will be immediately reported IAW the Florida Wing s Safety Mishap Reporting Pyramid, and also contact Group s safety officer after following all directives issued by Wing. Posting of this Ops Order is acknowledgment that this reporting responsibility is understood and will be complied with IAW FLWG directives. Safety is a responsibility of all members and participants. The activity Project Officer and senior/cadet staff will first and foremost consider and monitor each member s physical safety (protecting you from injury) and health safety (to ensure your wellbeing). UNIFORMS: The uniform for this activity is the ABU/ BDU. All CAP members must meet the grooming and weight standards prescribed for AF-style uniforms in Attachment 2 of CAPM 39-1. Standards for wear of AF-style uniform will be strictly enforced. Those who do not meet the standards of wear for an Air Force style uniform for reasons of grooming or weight standards, may wear the CAP field uniform (blue BDU). The polo shirt uniform for SM s is also approved.

MACDILL AVIATION CADET SQUADRON CIVIL AIR PATROL United States Air Force Auxiliary 8104 Condor Street, Building 38 MacDill AFB, FL 33621 Hydration: ALL participants will bring CAP-recommended water carrying devices (web belt with a canteen holder and canteen or camelback) and sunscreen. This is a Direct Order: All CAP members will ensure they have fully hydrated before arriving at bivouac. All participants need to begin hydrating at least on 18 September 2014. Stay away from heavily caffeinated beverages (Mountain Dew, Dr. Pepper, Energy drinks) at least 24 hours before you leave your home. You put yourself and the successful completion of this mission at risk when you re not fully hydrated. If you become ill from dehydration, you may have to go home. We do not have facilities or staff sufficient to care for badly dehydrated people. Sun Protection: Proper care from sunburn begins with you. You should bring sunscreen with at least a protection rating of SPF-45. Consider those brands designed for sports and will not sweat-off. Expect to wear your uniform with sleeves down throughout this activity. All attendees must complete the following: GES (CAP test 116 - see your Squadron s ES Officer for guidance.) You must bring your SQTR for UDF and GMT3 Cadets 18 and over: Cadets 18 and over must complete the Cadet Protection Policy Training (CPPT). Training is considered complete only when duly noted in e-services prior to this activity. Senior Members: All seniors must have completed Level 1 and CPPT. Completion must be reflected in e-services prior to this activity CONDUCT: During this activity, everyone is expected to perform as a professional and perform in such a way as to bring credit to oneself and the Civil Air Patrol. The Cadet Protection Policy will be strictly enforced. The appearance of impropriety is justification for dismissal by the commander. The Florida Wing Cadet Honor Code will be strictly enforced. Any member disrupting the activity will be counseled and may be dismissed by the commander. Members dismissed from this activity are responsible for transportation from the activity. STAFF SELECTION: all members wishing to serve on staff or as instructors must notify their commander NLT 2 Sept. 2014, all qualified cadets and senior members are encouraged to apply. The final staff selection list will be released on 9 Sept. 2014. Cadet staff positions available are; Senior Member staff positions available Cadet Commander Cadet Safety Officer Cadet PAO ES Task instructors Cadet First Sergeant Bivouac Commander Communications officer Transportation Officer ES Training instructors First Aid Instructor

MACDILL AVIATION CADET SQUADRON CIVIL AIR PATROL United States Air Force Auxiliary 8104 Condor Street, Building 38 MacDill AFB, FL 33621 MEALS: All Participants must bring and prepare their own meals, (MRE s, canned items, etc.) there will be coolers to ice down beverages (water will be provided). Some snacks and pastries will be provided as well. NOTE: All foodstuffs should be stored in Plastic bins with tightly fitting covers with the participants name clearly visible, and will be stored in vehicles overnight. NO FOOD SHALL BE STORED, OR CONSUMED IN THE TENTS. ACTIVITY FEE: The MacDill Squadron will be responsible for all costs and deposits for the campsite (which should be minimal). The cost for each participant will be $5 to cover materials for the weekend. Checks will be made to Civil Air Patrol. We will have the use of three pavilions for this event. DEADLINE: Forms must be submitted to Project Officer at jamora@flwg.us NO LATER THAN 14 October 2016 INQUIRIES: Forward all inquiries to the Project Officer: Capt Joe Mora at jamora@flwg.us EMERGENCY CONTACT during this activity: Capt. Joe Mora (813) 505-1312. Joe Mora, Captain, CAP Project Officer Attachments 1. Equipment/Packing List 2. Map of campsite 3. Base Access List 4. Required forms

EQUIPMENT LIST ANY EQUIPMENT ON THIS LIST NOTATED AS CONTRABAND OR NOT ON THIS LIST IS SUBJECT TO BE CONFISCATED UPON ARRIVAL AT THE ACTIVITY. IT WILL BE RETURNED AT THE END OF THE ACTIVITY. IF YOU BRING CONTRABAND WE CANNOT GUARANTEE ITS SAFETY. All items should be labeled with your last name initial and the 6 digits of your CAPID. Example: Cadet Smith, CAPID 370000 will label all items S370000 in permanent marker. Storage space will be limited to member's tent capacity. All cadets should minimize their gear to one suitcase or duffle bag for ease of transport. BASIC ITEMS [ ] Tent (may share with others of same member type and gender) [ ] Sleeping bag or blankets [ ] pillow [ ] Canteen w/web belt or Camelback [ ] Folding Chair (optional) [ ] Flashlight w/ extra batteries [ ] Pencil or Pen [ ] Small Memo Book that fits in your pocket [ ] Poncho [ ] Mess Kit [ ] Mess Utensils [ ] Multi-Tool CLOTHING [ ] 1 complete set of ABU/ BDUs with patches/insignia [ ] 1 web belt with open buckle [ ] 1-2 black T-shirts (for BDUs) Sand for ABU s[ ] 1-2 pair heavy black socks [ ] 1 pair broken in plain, black combat, jungle, or jump boot; shined MAKE SURE BOOTS ARE BROKEN-IN PRIOR TO ACTIVITY [ ] 1-2 pair gym shorts (for sleep and PT) [ ] 1-2 white or squadron T-shirts (for sleep PT) [ ] 1-2 pair white gym socks (for PT) [ ] 1 pair worn-in running shoes (for PT) [ ] 2-3 pair underclothing PROHIBITED ITEMS: Weapons, knives, cash in excess of $20, illegal drugs (prescribed and over the counter drugs must be disclosed upon check-in, AND cadets must be capable of self-administering), tobacco, alcohol, electronic games, computers/laptops, video game devices, jewelry other than wrist watch and earring studs for females). Cell phones are permitted, but use will be restricted to designated free time or emergency purposes only. PERSONAL HYGIENE [ ] Toothbrush and toothpaste [ ] Soap [ ] Insect repellent [ ] Comb/brush [ ] Shampoo/Conditioner [ ] Wash Cloth/Small Towels/Beach Towel [ ] Shower Shoes (for shower) [ ] Earplugs (if needed) [ ] Deodorant [ ] Shaving kit (as needed) [ ] SUNSCREEN NOTE: Private showers on site (Base Gym, cadets will be transported to shower building). Cadets will be required to shower. MEALS Canned foods, MRE s temperature stable foods ( a camp stove will be available) [ ] 2- breakfast [ ] 2- lunch [ ] 1 dinner [ ] snacks [ ] Bring a plastic bin with a lid (marked with your name) OTHER [ ] Current CAP membership card [ ] UDF, GMT3 SQTR s for training [ ] Personal First Aid Kit w/mole skin (recommended) ( ) 24 hour pack for those training for GTM3, 2, 1 and UDF THIS IS OPTIONAL

24 HOUR PACK COMPONENTS 1) On your person: a) Complete BDU uniform with BDU cap. The BDU cap may be replaced by a hard hat or bright colored cap based on mission needs.(t) b) Notepad and pencil (T) c) All CAP Identification, including 101 card, 76 card, First Aid card, etc. (T) d) Watch (T) e) Handkerchief or Tissues f) Vest, reflective, orange (T) g) Comb or brush (optional, carry if needed) (T) h) Ground Team Member s Handbook i) Signal Mirror j) Whistle 2) Day pack (preferably red or orange), webbed gear, or other SAR/Survival Vest (T) containing: a) First Aid Kit, stored in zip lock bag or other waterproof container, recommended that it consists of the following: (1) 2 Antiseptic cleansing pads (2) Antiseptic ointment (3) 6 Band Aids, various sizes (4) Moleskin, 2 X 4 (5) Roller bandage (6) 2 Safety pins, large (7) 4 gauze pads (8) 1 Triangular Bandage (9) Tape, first aid (11) Rubber surgical gloves (two pair minimum) b) Survival Kit, stored in zip lock bag or other waterproof container, consisting of: (1) Duct tape, 5 10 feet (does not need to be a whole role. May be wrapped around a stick. (2) Leaf bag, large (3) 12 wooden, waterproofed matches (T) (4) Match container, waterproof, with striking surface (5) 1 Chemical Light Stick, Green (T) (6) 50 of nylon line (paracord or similar line). c) SAR Equipment stored in zip lock bags, consisting of: (1) Change of socks (T) (2) Flagging Tape, 1 roll (3) Flashlight (with red or blue lens), with spare bulb and batteries (4) Spare flashlight (penlight will do) (T) (5) Insect repellent (6) Lip balm, with sunscreen. (7) Sunscreen lotion (8) Tissue Paper (T) O 0001 1 MAR 01 (9) Work Gloves, leather (T) (10) Interviewing Form(s), blank

(11) 4 Moist Towelettes, clean, in foil wrapper (12 Change for phone calls, calling card, or cellular phone (T) to call mission base d) 2 meals (T) e) Shelter Material, preferably 8 X 10 (spare military poncho meets the need) f) Coat for appropriate climate, if necessary (in pack if not wearing it)(t) g) Poncho, (T) h) Canteen(s) to carry 2 quarts of water (Some wings require their personnel to have at least one one quart canteen on a belt while the other is stored in the field pack. At least one quart of water must be carried by all personnel)(t) i) Compass Pouch, containing compass, lensatic or orienteering (orienteering preferred). Compass should have a glow in the dark dial. j) Leader s Equipment only required of Ground Team Leaders (1) Protractor for map work. (2) Map Case (Large Zip Loc bags can be used if necessary) (3) Pencil, with eraser (plus sharpener if not a mechanical pencil) (4) Alcohol Pens, fine tip, at least 2 colors (neither the color of your colored flashlight lens) (5) Some way to erase alcohol pens marks on the map case, such as alcohol swabs or a special alcohol pen eraser. (6) A straightedge ruler, at least 6 long (Some protractors may have a ruler as well). Evaluation Preparation Setup: None Brief Student: 1. Tell the student to lay out his gear, on top of the 8 X 10 shelter material. Tell him to lay out all items in the order listed on the above list, in rows from left to right (except for the uniform the member is wearing. Of course). Inspect all items for presence and serviceability. 2. After inspection of all items, tell the student to reassemble his/her field gear and put it on. Inspect for proper fit and balance. 3. Tell the student to put on all gear, base and field (field gear may be stowed in or secured to the base pack).inspect for proper fit and balance. Evaluation Performance measures Results The individual: 1. Has all required items of the 24 hour pack. P F 2. Has all required items of the extended duration pack (GTM 2 & 1 Only). P F 3. When worn, the 24 hour pack is secure from undue shifting, snagging or movement. P F 4. All knives are of an approved type, and are worn correctly P F 5. When the extended duration pack is worn (with 24 hour pack stowed, worn or secured), Items are secure from undue shifting or movement (GTM 2 & 1 Only). P F NOTE: ALL REQUIRED ITEMS MUST BE PRESENT IN ORDER FOR THE STUDENT TO PASS THIS TASK AT THE LEVEL THEY ARE TESTING FOR. ALL ITEMS MUST MATCH THE DESCRIPTIONS LISTED ABOVE. NO EXCEPTIONS OR SUBSTITUTIONS. TRAINEES ONLY HAVE TO HAVE THE ITEMS MARKED WITH A T. TEAM LEADERS MUST HAVE ALL LEADER S EQUIPMENT AS WELL IN ORDER TO PASS. Student must receive a pass on all performance measures to qualify in this task. If the individual fails any measure, show what was done wrong and how to do it correctly.