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The Qualifying team were not far behind, who came out of the mist singing Disney tunes, demonstrating the high morale of the group.
Colonel Rundle provided a closing address, inviting the Contingent to visit the headquarters at RNAS Yeovilton providing access to the Regiments operations. The cadets cannot wait to visit and we thank the 1 Regiment Army Air Corps for
The mist remained on the hills for the rest of the day with both teams acquitting themselves proficiently, the qualifying team led by Cpl Cannings were excellent and did not require any staff input at all. Which from our point of view is excellent, because that is our ultimate goal.
The second day saw the mist depart, this allowed the teams be quicker along the routes for the first half the day. As our practice group did a great job of cleaning up the campsite and tidying up the facilities we used on the camp, they were rewarded by being dropped at a checkpoint along their route. Which worked out excellently for time, as the qualifying group could be seen making good progress moving onto Velvet Bottom, an inspiring scenic part of the Mendips.
We only managed to get one photo on the second day, upon getting the photo both groups were victim to the heaviest downpour the Mendips had seen during this Autumn season. The practice group truly had a day to remember as the witnessed how quickly the weather can change during an expedition but were well equipped and managed by 2Lt Hervey and 2Lt Jessup.
The qualifying group managed themselves very well and arrived at the finish point in good time but helping themselves to shop visit slowed down their return to the bus.
a part of their Remembrance week. We took a small cohort to meet the members of the care home, where they were positively received. The members of the care home were very pleased to receive so many polite young people who looked very smart in their uniform. The cadets engaged with the residents and a visiting Colonel who had variety of experiences and stories to share. We stayed only a short time but we were informed that residents would be talking about this event for a long time and that it would have made their week.
all the support they have shown the Contingent.
The cadets maintaining their high standards were exceptional proving themselves outstanding ambassadors for the Contingent and the School. Corporal Cannings was excellent as the Platoon Commander and the Contingent parading demonstrated incredible timing and pride. Lance Corporal Butt and Cadet Rudland layed ceremonial wreaths for the fallen on behalf of the CCF and Army Air Corps.
Cadet Shelbourne had this to say “It was a very cold day but to be honest I enjoyed being a part of the something special and I loved
“In the care home we talked to a lot of
people who told us great stories, even some who were in the War.”
Cadet Eva Watson
We were very pleased to be able to make such a difference in our community and have been invited to return for a summer event.
representing the school and the CCF.”
CARE HOME VISIT NOV 17 We visited Gracewell Care Home, Salisbury Friday 17th November as
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