Senior Membership Information

Since our squadron is a composite squadron, we are open to senior (adult) membership as well as cadet membership.

What Does this Squadron Do?

 We take part in a variety of activities and services, including search and rescue, fundraisers, model rocketry, assisting in flag disposal ceremonies, orientation flights, and many other things.  Senior Members are always needed to plan the activities and participate in them.

 We hold regular meetings each Monday (except Federal Holidays) from 6:00pm to 8:30pm.  During that time, we have a variety of classroom instruction and hands-on activities.  During the meetings, our Senior Members are working on the the "jobs" they have been assigned.

What would I do?

In our squadron, we have senior members who are involved in the positions that support the operations of our squadron and the three missions of CAP.  Some of our positions require frequent interaction with cadets, while others do not have as much cadet - senior member interaction.

Initially, you may either be assigned to a position as either the lead individual or as a trainee depending on your level of experience and the needs of the squadron.  We do our best to match up your talents and skills to the position, however please be aware that needs of the squadron may take precedence.

Requirements for Membership

All applicants for membership must be accepted by the unit and higher headquarters and meet the following requirements:

1. Possess the desire, willingness, and capability to promote the objectives and purposes of CAP.
2. Be at least 18 years of age, or a member of the armed forces on active duty at any age.
3. Be a citizen of the United States or an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence.
4. Suitability.  Subject to being waived by the Executive Director or National Commander, any one or more of the following may be the basis for rejection or loss of membership:
   1. Conviction of a felony by any court of record, whether state, federal or military
   2. A pattern of arrests and/or convictions including but not limited to sex offenses, child abuse, DUIs, dishonesty and violence.
   3. Discharge from the armed services under other than honorable conditions.
   4. Falsification of information on the membership application.
   5. Previously terminated or non renewed for cause from membership in CAP.
   6. Any other unfavorable information brought to the attention of CAP officials at any level.

How to apply?

Senior Membership is open to all individuals age 18 and over.   The process to apply for membership begins with the interested person attending a squadron meeting and meeting with our squadron commander or chief of staff.   Senior members must provide a completed fingerprint card (provided by the squadron) along with the original and two copies of the application (CAP Form 12) and a check for $86 made payable to NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS, CAP.  Retain the fourth copy for your personal file at home.  I would recommend keeping a personal file at home of all the correspondence and documentation you receive while in CAP. Annual renewal fees for senior members is $76 payable to NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS,CAP.

The squadron commander would like to point out that all of our senior members are part of a team.  If you are not able or willing to become part of a team and be a team player, you may want to become involved in another organization.  Remember, there is no "I" in C-A-P!

Uniforms

Our squadron does not provide uniforms for senior members.  We do have uniform items available in our supply and logistics area that cadets may acquire and use, however sizes are limited.

Most of our senior members purchase their uniforms at the Military Clothing Sales Store at Edwards AFB, March AFB or on-line at CapMart.

Level I

Level I is the first level of the Senior Member Training Program.  During Level I, new senior members attend an orientation and introduction class on Civil Air Patrol and will undergo Cadet Protection Training.  After completing both of those items, and serving 6 months as a Senior Member, you are eligible for promotion to 2nd Lieutenant.

My Son/Daughter wants to join.   Can I join as well?

Certainly!  We have several senior members that have their sons or daughters as cadet members of our squadron.  In most cases, they are able to participate along with their children and receive an enjoyable experience of being able to have a parent child activity.

We do ask that parent treat their children as they would any other cadet, and that cadets show the same respect to their parents that they would to any other senior member.

More Information?

Please contact: (760) 246-5142