WELCOME BACK CADETS!

WEDNESDAY 16-SEP-2026 – 1ST TRAINING NIGHT BACK – ALL CADETS
LOCATION: BARRACK GREEN ARMOURY – 60 BROADVIEW AVE, SAINT JOHN
DRESS: FTU’s
TIME: 1810-2100hrs
BAND MEMBERS PLEASE BRING YOUR INSTRUMENTS – practice for Pennfield Ceremony

GROUND SCHOOL – Online – Sign up on the bulletin board or email leigh.cameron@cadets.gc.ca

**ANNUAL VALIDATION FORMS – PLEASE HAVE YOUR PARENTS/GUARDIANS REVIEW, MAKE CHANGES AND SIGN – RETURN ASAP OR THIS WILL AFFECT YOUR ACTIVITY PARTICIPATION **

We have a lot packed in to the first few months of training. Here is a quick look at what we have planned so far. All dates & times are subject to change – so please check latest post for more accuarte infomation.

Up Coming Events:

19-Sep-2026 – Pennfield Ceremony – BAND ONLY – Blue Uniforms, Transportation Provided

26-Sep-2026 – Gliding – Senior Cadets (Level 4 & 5 Cadets) – Miramichi, NB – to sign up email julia.hutchinson@cadets.gc.ca (Deadline 23-Sep-2026)

10-Oct-2026 – Fundamental Day “How to be a cadet” Level 1 & 2 cadets sign up on the bulletin board – Support Cadets (Seniors)Needed (Deadline 30-Sep-2026)

17 & 18 Oct 2026 Fall Field Training Exercise (FTX) Elmhurst Outdoors (Date to be confirmed)
– ALL CADETS – sign up on the bulletin board

24-25 Oct-2026 – Senior Cadet Weekend – Level 4 & 5 Cadets Only – sign up on the bulletin board (Deadline 14-Oct-2026)

28-Oct-2026 – Halloween Party with 527 – Simonds High School

6-8 Nov 2026 – Music Seminar – Argonaut CTC – to Sign Up email julia.hutchinson@cadets.gc.ca (Deadline 20-Sep-2026)

22-Nov-2026 – Marksmanship Cadet Coach – Details TBD

5-Dec-2026 – Sea Dogs Hockey Game – Cadet Appreciation Night – Details TBD

Holiday Party – Details TBD

9-10 Jan 2027 – First Aid Training Level 4 & 5’s who DO NOT have a First Aid Qualification or are expired

23-Jan-2027 – Marksmanship Zones – Details TBD

12-14 Feb 2027 – Winter FTX – Argonaut CTC – Details TBD

For anyone who is interested in purchasing 161 Clothing or Swag, please click this link – https://161aircadets.entripyshops.com

REMINDER:

– Level 4 & 5 Cadets are running an Open House for NEW Cadets

-Level 1, 2 & 3 – No Regular Training – BUT! Supply is open from 1900-2030hrs if you need to be measured or exchange uniform parts – please bring the uniform parts that no longer fit with you!

ALL CADETS – REGULAR TRAINING BEGINS – 16-SEP-2026

This week at 161! OPEN HOUSE

Wednesday 9-Sep-2026 – OPEN HOUSE!!

NEW CADETS: Open House is from 7pm-8:30pm – please join us starting at 7pm

Level 4 & 5 Cadets: Time: 1830-2100hrs

-Dress: FTUS

Returning Level 1, 2 & 3 Cadets: 

-Supply is open from 1830-2030hrs 

-If parts of your uniform do not fit, please come during these hours with the uniform parts that don’t fit!

Regular training starts 16-Sep-2026

Pictured above are some of our cadets who volunteered at the Air Show Atlantic Saint John (Aug 29 & 30, 2026)

OPEN HOUSE – Wednesday – Sept 9, 2026 7pm-8:30pm

Barrack Green Armoury – 60 Broadview Ave, Saint John

How to Register:

1. Click on the link https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/services/cadets-junior-canadian-rangers/cadets/join-us.html
2. Follow the instructions – make sure you select 161 CK Beveridge Air Cadets

161 is a home, a family. Where everyone has the same opportunities no matter their background or financial situation. 161 Air Cadets is a FREE TEEN PROGRAM that is partially funded by DND & CAF, but we heavily rely on fundraising support from our Squadron Sponsoring Committee. We provide everything your child needs to succeed. We do ask that Parents/Guardians help out with fundraising when out Squadron Support Committee askes.

What we offer:

Aviation Knowledge & Aerospace Studies:

-Navigation
-Meteorology
-Principles of Flight
-Propulsion
-Aerodrome Operations
-Parts of an Air Plane
-Aviation History
-Aviation Familiarization
-Fly in a Glider (with a pilot of course!)
-Radio Communication

Air Crew Survival:

Your plane just crashed…now what?

We will teach you:

-How to Build Shelters
-Different Types of Shelters
-Fire Starting
-Signals
-Water & Food Collection
-Navigation
-Survival Psychology
-How to Tie Knots

Leadership

161 prides itself on the leadership skills our cadets develop. We believe in the Cadets leading Cadets motto. Through each level cadets will learn leadership skills for their age, and eventually will be tasked with Planning & Running activities, Teaching Classes, and Learning how to be good Mentors to their peers & younger cadets.

-Each Year 161 hosts a Senior Cadet Leadership Weekend for cadet units in our area to come and learn how to be good leaders
-Senior Cadets attend classes and participate in real life like scenarios they may come across in real world.
-This give the Senior cadets to meet others and network, and start planning future multi-unit activities
-Throughout the year cadets are tasked with planning and running activities – these activities are always supervised with an officer and volunteer staff members.

Biathlon & Marksmanship

161 offers Recreational Marksmanship and Competitive Marksmanship & Biathlon Teams. Cadets use a Daisy / Avanti 853C Target Air Rifle. Cadets are supervised at all times by a qualified Range Safety Officer (RSO)

Cadets are taught:

-Safe Operation
-Mandatory Handling Test
-Safety Equipment
-Position
-Aiming
-Holding
-Breathing
-Trigger Control
-Loading
-Range Etiquette
-Range Procedures

-Effective Speaking
-Sport Competition
-Citizenship
-Travel
-Marching Band
-Holiday Parties
-Mess Dinner
-Community Service
….and so much more!

Supply will be open for Cadets in level 3-5 ONLY

-Wednesday 2-Sep-2026

-1830 to 2000hrs

If you need uniform parts please bring those items with you. 

OPEN HOUSE – PLANNING SESSION

Who: Level 4 & 5 Cadets

Where: VIRTUAL – CADET365 Teams

When: Thrusday 3-Sep-2026 at 1745hrs

Preparing for the 2026-2027 Training Year – PLEASE TRY ON ALL PARTS OF YOUR UNIFORMS

Something doesn’t fit? What do you do next? – Contact Capt Hutchinson – julia.hutchinson@cadets.gc.ca

Did you join in April/May/June and don’t have a uniform yet? – Contact Capt Hutchinson – julia.hutchinson@cadets.gc.ca

In your email please include:

Cadet Rank & Last Name
What Uniform doesn’t Fit?
What Size is that Uniform Part?
How Doesn’t it fit? Is it too Short? Is it too Tight?

If you have a measuring tape at home send me your sizes

Neck

Waist & Hips

**REMINDER**

The Air Show Atlantic is quickly approaching. Cadets who volunteered is posted below.
Cadets and parents, please check your email for important information.

Parents who wish to attend the Air Show will need to purchase a ticket.
Cadets who are Volunteering do not need a ticket

All important dates and times have been emailed out, if there are any concerns, please contact Capt. Cameron.

Dress: FTU’s* This may change.

✨ CHASE THE ACE – DRAW #23 RECAP ✨

Friday night at Branch 69 was buzzing as we rolled into the twenty‑third Chase the Ace draw on 07 August 2026 at 7:30 pm. The jackpot was sitting pretty at $35,385.00, with 30 cards left in the deck — getting real exciting now.

A big, sparkling congratulations to MEGHAN (MEG’S) NASON — our lucky winner of the evening! The Ace stayed hidden (we turned the 6 of Clubs), but Meghan still walked away with a sweet $1,269.00 consolation prize. Not a bad Friday night treat.

💫 NEXT DRAW – FRIDAY, 14 AUGUST 2026 💫 7:30 pm • Branch 69 • 714 Wilson St, Saint John

🎟️ How to Get Your Tickets

E‑Transfer SSC@161AirCadets.ca (Include Full Name and Phone Number) Deadline: Noon Friday

Cash Sales Personal Auto & Tire – 451 Rothesay Ave Deadline: 9:00 am Friday

Ticket Prices

1 for $5
3 for $10
7 for $20

We’re down to 29 cards, and the next jackpot is set to top $36,000.00 — yes, it’s getting that good.

Tickets for the next draw are already available… so go on, treat yourself. You never know — the Ace might just be flirting with you next.

Good luck, everyone! ✨

Dragons on the Lake is this Thursday, Friday & Saturday (August 13-15, 2026)

Branch #69 Legion is a Huge Supporter of 161 Air Cadets and the Legion needs some volunteers to help out with Dragons on the Lake

Cadets Dress: FTU Pants/ Sqn Issued Blue T-Shirt/ Boots/ Wedge

Location: Lily Lake – Rockwood Park

On Friday, 07 August 26, the twenty-third “Chase the Ace” draw took place at Branch 69, at 7:30 pm. The evenings Jackpot stood at $35,385.00 with 30 cards remaining in the deck. The winner of the evening was MEGHAN (MEG’S) NASON. As the Ace’s location was not revealed (6 of Clubs turned), Meghan took home the consolation prize of $1,269 00

The next draw will take place on Friday, 14 August 26 at 7:30 pm at Branch 69, 714 Wilson St, Saint John.

Tickets are available by:

E-Transfer – SSC@161AirCadets.ca (Please include Full Name and Number in Message box) Deadline Noon FRIDAY

CASH – Personal Auto & Tire – 451 Rothesay Ave, Saint John – Deadline 9am FRIDAY

Tickets are 1 for $5, 3 for $10, or 7 for $20.

There are 29 cards remaining in the deck and the next Jackpot will exceed $36,000.00

Tickets for the next draw are available now, so be sure to get yours.

GOOD LUCK EVERYONE