311 (City of Gosford) Squadron Australian Air Force Cadets

Attached is the 3WG Joining Instruction for the 3 Wing Competitions to be held at RAAF Richmond during the period 09-12 June 2017. The JI contains important information relating to the activity, and effective preparation is dependent on reading and complying with this document.

Matters relating to 311SQN NOT contained within the JI are:

1. Departure timing from Erina Depot is 6.00pm Friday 09 June 2017 – DO NOT BE LATE.
2. Return timing to Erina Depot is 12.15pm Monday 12 June 2017.
3. 311SQN will be accommodated at Holsworthy Army Base (with 315SQN and 334SQN).
4. All movements between Erina, Holsworthy and Richmond will be via Defence-provided coach.
5. 311SQN participants will be given the opportunity to purchase dinner on Friday 09 June 2017 (optional meal arrangement).
6. 311SQN participants will be required to purchase breakfast on Monday 12 June 2017 (compulsory meal arrangement).

Some tips for a stress free weekend:

1. Don’t forget to bring ALL uniform items as described in the Equipment List.
2. Don’t forget to bring a towel, sleeping bag, and 2 x consent forms.
3. Bring sufficient money to purchase food and snacks.

311 Squadron will be conducting a Fieldcraft Training Exercise (Fieldex) that will be held at Kariong on 20-21 May 17.

To be sufficiently prepared for the activity you must read the JI and comply with its contents. It contains all information required to participate. Log in to access the JI as an attachment to this post.

Some key points to note are:

1. Timings are 7.30pm 20 May 17 to 4.00pm Sunday 21 May 17.
2. Packs, webbing and tents are available for temporary issue - NOT sleeping bags.
3. You will need to bring sufficient food and cooking equipment to cover 4 meals
4. There is no cost applicable to the activity.
5. It will be cold - pack accordingly.

Questions regarding the activity should be directed to CUO Riley Hawkes. Please re-read the JI prior to e-mailing, as most common questions or areas of concern are addressed in the document.

DO NOT FORGET TO NOMINATE!