This facility is a portable barracks structure. Cadets who choose to utilize this option is responsible for bringing their own sleeping accessory (cot, mattress, sleeping pad, etc), as individual beds will NOT be provided. This option is intended for overflow, although CPC will not restrict members from pre-selecting it in advance.

REQUIRED by all attendees attending the Full-Time Ground Team Workshop

“First Aid-CPR certification, after student completes American Red Cross First Aid-CPR on-line course at Cawgcap.org. Short compilation of course then skills-check off with manniquins. This certification is needed in many Emergency Services qualifications.Completion of on-line course is required before skills-check off. “

Come meet new CAP friends! This session is a chance to socialize, play team building games, and have fun! Cadets are only permitted to attend ONE cadet lounge per CPC.

In this class we'll be learning how to sketch and water color bees. If you're not interested in painting bees you can paint whatever you'd like, this is art not math.

Do you have a voice that rivals the chorus of the heavens? Or do you annoy the hell out of your parents whenever you take a shower? Maybe you just want to have some fun cheering on your fellow cadets as they belt out "A Whole New World"? Whether you want to sing or not, our karaoke seminar is back again this year, and you'll (hopefully) enjoy listening and singing with other students!

Fires have become a very big deal in California lately, and aircraft are still one of the best tools we have to fight, contain, and extinguish blazes. In this class, you will learn about the many ways aircraft are used today, what kinds of aircraft are used, and the colorful history that led to modern aerial firefighting. Additionally, you will learn about how to get involved in this industry and join a career field that features some very daring and skilled pilots that work overtime to protect people and property and save lives.

What are the roles and activities cadets can participate in within Emergency Services. What is Emergency Services and how do I get involved 

Overview of our return to the Moon with NASA images and description of the overall program. The rocket, launch and orbit, and return will be covered. Science to be done on the moon and establish of Moon Base included.

Service Academy representatives will review the application and nomination process. There will be adequate time for questions/answers. 

In this class you will learn how to become capable of quickly refuting, making solid arguments, appealing to audiences, and everything else that comes with formal debate. While many may not see the value of structured debate, everyone knows the value of arguments and especially winning. If you can hold your own in structured debate you can guard an argument informally. Furthermore, you can extend some of the skills in this class to influence change and inspire those around you.

In support of CAP Emergency Services, CPC will host a Ground Team training workshop at Camp SLO on Saturday and Sunday during all seminar periods. IF YOU SIGN UP FOR THE WORKSHOP, YOU WILL ATTEND THE WORKSHOP DURING THE FULL CONFERENCE. YOU WILL NOT ATTEND OHTER SEMINARS. You will still attend all regular CPC functions and events.

Unlike most youth organizations, CAP is unique in the sense that it does not exclude cadets from participation in Emergency Services. Any qualified CAP member, regardless of age, may participate in actual missions for Search and Rescue, Disaster Relief, Communications, and more. To prepare you for this and to build our ranks of qualified personnel in the Wing, we will dive head first into the world of Ground Search and Rescue (GSAR) and Urban Direction Fining (UDF).

This will be a field-based training event held out of doors under the blue skies. No classrooms, no power point lectures, no timed quizzes. There will be instruction and evaluations for many of the SQTRs for GTM3 and UDF. While this training will be the main focus of workshops for those enrolled, it will work around the main CPC events scheduled so you won’t miss out on the CPC experience. (Chow time, social events, etc…)

Information will be sent out at a later date with information once signed up. Cadets ARE NOT required to bring GTM gear with them, though they are welcome to bring any gear they have.

ALL Cadets must select ONE lunch option, either early or late. DO NOT SELECT TWO LUNCH BLOCKS BACK TO BACK.

Come meet new CAP friends! This session is a chance to socialize, play team building games, and have fun! Cadets are only permitted to attend ONE cadet lounge per CPC.

“First Aid-CPR certification, after student completes American Red Cross First Aid-CPR on-line course at Cawgcap.org. Short compilation of course then skills-check off with manniquins. This certification is needed in many Emergency Services qualifications.Completion of on-line course is required before skills-check off. “

Are you interested in US History, or in the American Civil War? Do you have a passion for drill and ceremonies? Do you love the smell of burning powder after firing off a musket or hearing the boom of a cannon? Then Civil War Re-Enacting is just what you’re looking for. Come join a fellow cadet involved in this hobby and learn about the basics of Civil War Re-Enacting and how to get involved. You’ll learn about everything from the gear you’ll need to the different drill movements.

This class will teach you how to watercolor different flowers. It will let your creative imagination flow with paper, water, and color!!

Aviation Navigation - learn how to read aviation maps and how to plan a flight using different navigation techniques including pilotage and dead reckoning. Cadets will have the opportunity to use maps and plotters to plan a flight.

The United States Air Force Academy provides a world-class education that also combines athletics, character and leadership development, and military training to forge outstanding United States Air Force and Space Force officers who are ready to lead on day one

Tech Talk on the subject of Hypersonics and the back-story of the DarkStar Hypersonic flight vehicle used in the Top Gun-Maverick movie.

Service Academy representatives will share and discuss about each of the major Service Academies. There will be adequate time for questions/answers. 

In support of CAP Emergency Services, CPC will host a Ground Team training workshop at Camp SLO on Saturday and Sunday during all seminar periods. IF YOU SIGN UP FOR THE WORKSHOP, YOU WILL ATTEND THE WORKSHOP DURING THE FULL CONFERENCE. YOU WILL NOT ATTEND OHTER SEMINARS. You will still attend all regular CPC functions and events.

Unlike most youth organizations, CAP is unique in the sense that it does not exclude cadets from participation in Emergency Services. Any qualified CAP member, regardless of age, may participate in actual missions for Search and Rescue, Disaster Relief, Communications, and more. To prepare you for this and to build our ranks of qualified personnel in the Wing, we will dive head first into the world of Ground Search and Rescue (GSAR) and Urban Direction Fining (UDF).

This will be a field-based training event held out of doors under the blue skies. No classrooms, no power point lectures, no timed quizzes. There will be instruction and evaluations for many of the SQTRs for GTM3 and UDF. While this training will be the main focus of workshops for those enrolled, it will work around the main CPC events scheduled so you won’t miss out on the CPC experience. (Chow time, social events, etc…)

Information will be sent out at a later date with information once signed up. Cadets ARE NOT required to bring GTM gear with them, though they are welcome to bring any gear they have.

ALL Cadets must select ONE lunch option, either early or late. DO NOT SELECT TWO LUNCH BLOCKS BACK TO BACK.

CAC Councilmembers Closed meeting. Please inquire for the Passcode to registration access.

There is a greater need for professionals who can keep servers, systems, and software working. If you’re one of the many people interested in this growing field, you might be wondering, “How do I get started?” Join me as we will discuss the different options in schooling, the technical skills required and the magic sauce that brings it all together--soft skills.

This class aims to teach you origami techniques to build the coolest, farthest distance and longest time flying paper airplanes and gliders. If you have your own techniques, come on in, show off! share with the world!

Do you have a voice that rivals the chorus of the heavens? Or do you annoy the hell out of your parents whenever you take a shower? Maybe you just want to have some fun cheering on your fellow cadets as they belt out "A Whole New World"? Whether you want to sing or not, our karaoke seminar is back again this year, and you'll (hopefully) enjoy listening and singing with other students!

This class will be an in-depth guide on teaching drill.

It will cover the six step teaching method and other variations.

What are the roles and activities cadets can participate in within Emergency Services. What is Emergency Services and how do I get involved 

Want to rock the dance floor? Come and learn swing dancing. We'll teach you the basic steps, some different styles, some combos, and potentially a fancy trick or two Have two left feet? No worries! All levels of experience welcome!

In support of CAP Emergency Services, CPC will host a Ground Team training workshop at Camp SLO on Saturday and Sunday during all seminar periods. IF YOU SIGN UP FOR THE WORKSHOP, YOU WILL ATTEND THE WORKSHOP DURING THE FULL CONFERENCE. YOU WILL NOT ATTEND OHTER SEMINARS. You will still attend all regular CPC functions and events.

Unlike most youth organizations, CAP is unique in the sense that it does not exclude cadets from participation in Emergency Services. Any qualified CAP member, regardless of age, may participate in actual missions for Search and Rescue, Disaster Relief, Communications, and more. To prepare you for this and to build our ranks of qualified personnel in the Wing, we will dive head first into the world of Ground Search and Rescue (GSAR) and Urban Direction Fining (UDF).

This will be a field-based training event held out of doors under the blue skies. No classrooms, no power point lectures, no timed quizzes. There will be instruction and evaluations for many of the SQTRs for GTM3 and UDF. While this training will be the main focus of workshops for those enrolled, it will work around the main CPC events scheduled so you won’t miss out on the CPC experience. (Chow time, social events, etc…)

Information will be sent out at a later date with information once signed up. Cadets ARE NOT required to bring GTM gear with them, though they are welcome to bring any gear they have.

Come meet new CAP friends! This session is a chance to socialize, play team building games, and have fun! Cadets are only permitted to attend ONE cadet lounge per CPC.

This seminar will cover many of the things you can expect to learn more about as you progress through the Powered Orientation Flight Syllabus. We will discuss the importance of a thorough preflight inspection and following checklists, some of the main aerodynamic forces we face in flight, why we use variable speed propellers and how they work, and how lift is developed and how stalls happen.  

This class will show you how to paint landscapes and generally whatever you'd like with acrylic paint. And at the end you can show off your masterpiece if you'd like!

Increase your knowledge with this fitness class to learn proper form, build endurance and technique while working out. 

Has anyone ever called you crazy? In this seminar you will learn positive language that promotes mental health, the impact of stigma, and how you can advocate for change. By coming to this seminar you will increase your leadership and communication skills through fun and engaging activities.

Interested in the Hawk Mountain Medical Program, or looking to further your cadet career in Emergency Services? You're in luck! Come to our Ranger introduction and get the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about ground team. 

How can you fly an aircraft at an age where you aren't even eligible to get your student driver permit? Answer: Gliders! Have you ever wanted to know how to become a part of the wonderful world of gliders? If so, this class is for you! Two cadet graduates of a CAP National Glider Flight Academy (both from the same academy) will be teaching you exactly what gliding is, the basics of flying gliders, and how to start training in gliders (either at a flight club, privately, or through CAP). This class is intended for those who are interested in gliding, and do not yet know much information on gliding. Prepare for a fun glider-related activity, and a chance to ask questions and hear some incredible gliding stories from two glider pilots! There will be a glider simulator used as a visual aid, and, time allowing, you might just get a chance to fly this simulator! We hope that you'll join this class and learn how to fly on silent wings

This class will teach cadets how to prepare and teach a class.

It will cover preparing an outline and slides, and teaching itself.

In support of CAP Emergency Services, CPC will host a Ground Team training workshop at Camp SLO on Saturday and Sunday during all seminar periods. IF YOU SIGN UP FOR THE WORKSHOP, YOU WILL ATTEND THE WORKSHOP DURING THE FULL CONFERENCE. YOU WILL NOT ATTEND OHTER SEMINARS. You will still attend all regular CPC functions and events.

Unlike most youth organizations, CAP is unique in the sense that it does not exclude cadets from participation in Emergency Services. Any qualified CAP member, regardless of age, may participate in actual missions for Search and Rescue, Disaster Relief, Communications, and more. To prepare you for this and to build our ranks of qualified personnel in the Wing, we will dive head first into the world of Ground Search and Rescue (GSAR) and Urban Direction Fining (UDF).

This will be a field-based training event held out of doors under the blue skies. No classrooms, no power point lectures, no timed quizzes. There will be instruction and evaluations for many of the SQTRs for GTM3 and UDF. While this training will be the main focus of workshops for those enrolled, it will work around the main CPC events scheduled so you won’t miss out on the CPC experience. (Chow time, social events, etc…)

Information will be sent out at a later date with information once signed up. Cadets ARE NOT required to bring GTM gear with them, though they are welcome to bring any gear they have.

ALL Cadets must select ONE lunch option, either early or late. DO NOT SELECT TWO LUNCH BLOCKS BACK TO BACK.

Come meet new CAP friends! This session is a chance to socialize, play team building games, and have fun! Cadets are only permitted to attend ONE cadet lounge per CPC.

This class will cover all basic drill symbols.

Cadets will then learn to properly draw out formations.

This class will teach cadets how to make DIY stickers from parchment paper, regular paper, and tape. Cadets can draw a creation and make a sticker out of it and over all, learn something fun!

Airplanes and aircraft are designed to be in the sky: they are designed to sustain flight in a safe manner. But what happens when an airplane falls from the sky? What happens when something goes catastrophically wrong? How do we figure out what happened? How do we ensure that it never happens again? In this seminar, we will explore the methods by which investigators obtain evidence from air disasters and piece it together to figure out exactly what went wrong at 30,000 feet. We will also engage in a simulation where we will attempt to figure out the cause of a mock air accident using multiple different pieces of evidence.

The United States Air Force Academy provides a world-class education that also combines athletics, character and leadership development, and military training to forge outstanding United States Air Force and Space Force officers who are ready to lead on day one

Briefing by NHQ

A lecture powerpoint on the dangers of social media and how it relates to C.A.P.

Interested in the Hawk Mountain Medical Program, or looking to further your cadet career in Emergency Services? You're in luck! Come to our Ranger introduction and get the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about ground team. 

In support of CAP Emergency Services, CPC will host a Ground Team training workshop at Camp SLO on Saturday and Sunday during all seminar periods. IF YOU SIGN UP FOR THE WORKSHOP, YOU WILL ATTEND THE WORKSHOP DURING THE FULL CONFERENCE. YOU WILL NOT ATTEND OHTER SEMINARS. You will still attend all regular CPC functions and events.

Unlike most youth organizations, CAP is unique in the sense that it does not exclude cadets from participation in Emergency Services. Any qualified CAP member, regardless of age, may participate in actual missions for Search and Rescue, Disaster Relief, Communications, and more. To prepare you for this and to build our ranks of qualified personnel in the Wing, we will dive head first into the world of Ground Search and Rescue (GSAR) and Urban Direction Fining (UDF).

This will be a field-based training event held out of doors under the blue skies. No classrooms, no power point lectures, no timed quizzes. There will be instruction and evaluations for many of the SQTRs for GTM3 and UDF. While this training will be the main focus of workshops for those enrolled, it will work around the main CPC events scheduled so you won’t miss out on the CPC experience. (Chow time, social events, etc…)

Information will be sent out at a later date with information once signed up. Cadets ARE NOT required to bring GTM gear with them, though they are welcome to bring any gear they have.

ALL Cadets must select ONE lunch option, either early or late. DO NOT SELECT TWO LUNCH BLOCKS BACK TO BACK.

Come meet new CAP friends! This session is a chance to socialize, play team building games, and have fun! Cadets are only permitted to attend ONE cadet lounge per CPC.

All Cadets are invited to the general session of the Cadet Advisory Council

This class will teach cadets about CyberPatriot

It will cover the structure of CyberPatriot and some competition strategies.

Learn how to build a strong foundation for your photography practice by mastering the technical basic of the camera settings to bring your creative vision to life. This brief class will help you get out of auto mode and teach you how to bring your photography to the next level.

Aviation weather. Cadets will learn about how weather systems develop, the impact that weather can play in aviation, and the sources that pilots rely on to get weather information. We will then get a live weather briefing for a hypothetical flight and discuss how those conditions might impact our flight.

Are you interested becoming a ground team member for in search and rescue? Then this is the class for you. This class will cover many tasks that are needed for ground team 3, and you will learn how to search effectively.

You may be tasked to assist a K-9 team on a ground search. This class will explain how search dogs work and how your skills will assist them.

Fun and fast-paced introduction to drill games for cadets to bring back to their home unit.

In support of CAP Emergency Services, CPC will host a Ground Team training workshop at Camp SLO on Saturday and Sunday during all seminar periods. IF YOU SIGN UP FOR THE WORKSHOP, YOU WILL ATTEND THE WORKSHOP DURING THE FULL CONFERENCE. YOU WILL NOT ATTEND OHTER SEMINARS. You will still attend all regular CPC functions and events.

Unlike most youth organizations, CAP is unique in the sense that it does not exclude cadets from participation in Emergency Services. Any qualified CAP member, regardless of age, may participate in actual missions for Search and Rescue, Disaster Relief, Communications, and more. To prepare you for this and to build our ranks of qualified personnel in the Wing, we will dive head first into the world of Ground Search and Rescue (GSAR) and Urban Direction Fining (UDF).

This will be a field-based training event held out of doors under the blue skies. No classrooms, no power point lectures, no timed quizzes. There will be instruction and evaluations for many of the SQTRs for GTM3 and UDF. While this training will be the main focus of workshops for those enrolled, it will work around the main CPC events scheduled so you won’t miss out on the CPC experience. (Chow time, social events, etc…)

Information will be sent out at a later date with information once signed up. Cadets ARE NOT required to bring GTM gear with them, though they are welcome to bring any gear they have.

Come meet new CAP friends! This session is a chance to socialize, play team building games, and have fun! Cadets are only permitted to attend ONE cadet lounge per CPC.

Learn how to build a strong foundation for your photography practice by mastering the technical basic of the camera settings to bring your creative vision to life. This brief class will help you get out of auto mode and teach you how to bring your photography to the next level.

For those interested in getting hands-on experience within aerospace, no matter what area of aviation you're interested in. Learn about how you can do everything from testing out a flight simulator to earning your private pilot's license all potentially for free thanks to the Civil Air Patrol.

What lies beyond model rockets? Perhaps you wish to build something that can fly faster than the speed of sound, or reach up to the altitudes jets fly. It's possible with the hobby of High Power Rocketry. 

Have you ever wondered why aircraft such as the F-16 uses wings swept backward and not straight? Have you ever wondered why the B-2 Spirit Bomber looks like a flying wing? Do you want to know what a forward swept wing design is used for? This seminar will tell you all the great information, the advantages/disadvantages, and unique examples of each Aircraft wing design!

In a ground search, it is not uncommon to be unexpectedly stuck overnight or longer in the field. This class will familiarize you with the means to continue to operate with the items in a typical "24 hour pack".

In this class, cadets will discuss potential future Aerospace innovations.

Three problems will be given to talk about solutions to.

Come learn more about the Reserve Officer Training Corp and how it can impact your life. College education, guaranteed employment, sense of belonging, and unique opportunities and benefits. 

In support of CAP Emergency Services, CPC will host a Ground Team training workshop at Camp SLO on Saturday and Sunday during all seminar periods. IF YOU SIGN UP FOR THE WORKSHOP, YOU WILL ATTEND THE WORKSHOP DURING THE FULL CONFERENCE. YOU WILL NOT ATTEND OHTER SEMINARS. You will still attend all regular CPC functions and events.

Unlike most youth organizations, CAP is unique in the sense that it does not exclude cadets from participation in Emergency Services. Any qualified CAP member, regardless of age, may participate in actual missions for Search and Rescue, Disaster Relief, Communications, and more. To prepare you for this and to build our ranks of qualified personnel in the Wing, we will dive head first into the world of Ground Search and Rescue (GSAR) and Urban Direction Fining (UDF).

This will be a field-based training event held out of doors under the blue skies. No classrooms, no power point lectures, no timed quizzes. There will be instruction and evaluations for many of the SQTRs for GTM3 and UDF. While this training will be the main focus of workshops for those enrolled, it will work around the main CPC events scheduled so you won’t miss out on the CPC experience. (Chow time, social events, etc…)

Information will be sent out at a later date with information once signed up. Cadets ARE NOT required to bring GTM gear with them, though they are welcome to bring any gear they have.

Come meet new CAP friends! This session is a chance to socialize, play team building games, and have fun! Cadets are only permitted to attend ONE cadet lounge per CPC.

Never teach a boring class again! An elementary school teacher gives you ideas to spice up your next squadron lesson! Sign-up for this class to explore three exciting approaches to lesson planning! 

During this seminar, you will learn more advanced techniques of formal debate which can be helpful during your day to day life. If you’re in this class, you probably like to argue. This seminar teaches you how to argue more effectively than you have before and you will better understand the concept of argumentation and persuasion.

Learn how to use Kerbal Space Program. Explore different terrestrial body's and learn how to build a rocket that is stable in flight. Kerbal Space Program is a realistic but fun rocket simulator program. This class will teach the basics of how to use it.

A lecture powerpoint on the dangers of social media and how it relates to C.A.P.

Have you ever wondered how you should defend yourself if you are attacked suddenly? This seminar answers just that question in only one hour! Along with learning how to defend yourself, you will learn some of the basics to an association that expands all over the world: the martial arts of Shaolin Kenpo.

The United States Air Force Academy provides a world-class education that also combines athletics, character and leadership development, and military training to forge outstanding United States Air Force and Space Force officers who are ready to lead on day one

Do you watch the Super Bowl not just for the game but for the commercials? Are you interested in learning more about the Marketing Industry? From Social Media Marketing to SEO, there are so many different types of Marketing. In this seminar, you will learn about the Marketing Industry as a whole as well as all the different types of Marketing Jobs. 

In support of CAP Emergency Services, CPC will host a Ground Team training workshop at Camp SLO on Saturday and Sunday during all seminar periods. IF YOU SIGN UP FOR THE WORKSHOP, YOU WILL ATTEND THE WORKSHOP DURING THE FULL CONFERENCE. YOU WILL NOT ATTEND OHTER SEMINARS. You will still attend all regular CPC functions and events.

Unlike most youth organizations, CAP is unique in the sense that it does not exclude cadets from participation in Emergency Services. Any qualified CAP member, regardless of age, may participate in actual missions for Search and Rescue, Disaster Relief, Communications, and more. To prepare you for this and to build our ranks of qualified personnel in the Wing, we will dive head first into the world of Ground Search and Rescue (GSAR) and Urban Direction Fining (UDF).

This will be a field-based training event held out of doors under the blue skies. No classrooms, no power point lectures, no timed quizzes. There will be instruction and evaluations for many of the SQTRs for GTM3 and UDF. While this training will be the main focus of workshops for those enrolled, it will work around the main CPC events scheduled so you won’t miss out on the CPC experience. (Chow time, social events, etc…)

Information will be sent out at a later date with information once signed up. Cadets ARE NOT required to bring GTM gear with them, though they are welcome to bring any gear they have.