Civil
Alaska Wing Magazine April 2025
Photo by: 2d Lt Taylor
AKWG Calendar
Third Quarter FY25 SAR EX 25-27 April
Education and Training Office
Saturday, May 3 & 17, 2025 · 9:00 – 11:00 am
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Basic TLC
Sunday, May 11
Registration Zone Required - RZ Open April 26.
Please stay tuned to your email for details and information.
Intermediated
TLC
Saturday, May 17 or Sunday, 18, TBD
Registration Zone Required - RZ Open May 3. Please stay tuned to your email for details and information.
AKWG Summer Encampment
June 8 - 14
More information on pages 28 - 33
Cadet Program
Limitless Sky! Cadet’s Experience
Kenai
Lake Hood
Alaska Powered Flight Academy
Valdez Homer
Encampment Information Recognized
Pick.Clik.Give
Limitless Sky!
A Civil Air Patrol Cadet’s Experience
by C/SrA Alexis Taylor
edited and photo by Capt. Timothy Cole
For as long as I can remember, I have always loved aviation. There are so many types of planes that soar through the sky and provide the freedom to travel the world. Some would say that aviation is even in my genes. My great-grandfather began flying planes in the 1930’s, with his last flight in the 1980’s. He would land his biplane in the wheat fields in Indiana at my great-grandmother’s family farm and take her up for afternoon dates.
Because of my innate love of aviation, I decided to join the Civil Air Patrol my sophomore year, and this has led to amazing aeronautical opportunities that have completely changed who I am, for the better.
Some of the experiences that I will never forget include flying in my first orientation flight over the Kenai Peninsula, flying in a Boeing C-17 Globemaster III over Prince William Sound, and gliding in an Schweizer SGS 2-33 glider over the hills of Alaska. On my first powered orientation flight, I flew from Kenai, AK, to Seward, AK. I was thrilled to handle the plane’s controls and felt a freedom I had never experienced before. For the C-17 experience, we drove to the Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER) base in Anchorage, AK, as a team unit and learned about the life of a military pilot. While flying, they left the aft cargo door open almost the entire time, which was an exhilarating experience. We also took turns going into the cockpit. There I learned we had a female pilot! This experience sealed my dreams of pursuing flying as a female; she showed me anything
is possible. Lastly, I participated in a glider camp at the Birchwood Hangar. Learning about and flying gliders with my teammates was incredible. I loved being able to do tight turns and dives with an experienced pilot. There is no feeling quite like being free, soaring above the clouds.
My greatest achievement (so far) in the Civil Air Patrol, and actually
in my life, was when I went through my week of Encampment on the JBER base in Anchorage, Alaska, last summer. I was nervous at first to go since I didn’t know anyone or what to expect, but overall, I had the best experience meeting new friends (who I still talk to daily), learning about the structure of military life, and being exposed to many jobs including: Air Force Firefighters, Drone Operators,
Taken June 11th 2024 C-17 Flight Event - Somewhere over Prince William Sound, Alaska. Photo credit: Capt. Timothy Cole
and Bomb Disposal Personnel. The disciplined structure of each day helped me learn time management and showed me that I am capable of accomplishing many tasks even when I am sleep-deprived. My Bravo team won the top award, The Honor
the last two years has helped develop my leadership skills and strengthen my self-esteem. I guide new cadets during drills andI try to role model positive living, and I love it when we do STEM projects such as building and launching model rockets. It is
Taken June 11th 2024 C-17 Flight Event - JBER
Photo credit: Capt. Timothy Cole
Flight, commending our team’s effort to work together to accomplish our goals and challenges throughout the week.
Participating in the Civil Air Patrol for
through hands-on projects that I feel my education has blossomed. Through Civil Air Patrol I have learned that I enjoy when everyone is working together to complete a shared goal! I love teamwork drills, matching uniforms, and performing together as one unit.
I’ve always loved aviation, but it wasn’t until I joined the Civil Air Patrol that I realized an aviation career was a realistic goal. I have grown significantly as a person with self-confidence and leadership. I love reading stories about women in aviation who are breaking barriers. In 1939, my great-
grandfather’s class was the first to graduate with a degree in Aeronautical Engineering. He was a pioneer in the world of flight, and I can’t wait for the opportunity to follow in his footsteps while paving my way into the limitless sky!
Kenai
By : Maj. Jan Bobek
Photos by: Zion Henderson & Amber Cole
Every Monday 6:30 to 8:30 Kenai Cadets make Aerospace, Leadership, Health Fitness Zone/ Safety, and Character Development presentations. The presentations are welldelivered and well-received. Cadets become stronger people when they teach important life skills. This process supports the CORE Values of Integrity, Volunteer Service, Excellence and Respect. Cadets are always striving to advance as good people and the Cadet Program supports this growth.
Cadets enjoy Orientation flights which keep cadets working hard in the program. Many cadets plan to become pilots. If they study and put in the work, they will become their dreams. Many cadets have done just this. They become safe pilots and join the military or fly for an aviation company. This month cadets marched in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The cadet who led the cadets was C/CMSgt. Thomas Anthony. He did an excellent job leading cadets of various capabilities, but he got the job done. The cadets who participated were: C/ SrA Landen McGahan, C/SSgt Elodie Frisk, C/Amn Holden Kenner, Cadet Mahnavu Schwartz, C/Amn Augustus Ensey, C/A1C Gunnar Jensen, C/SMSgt DeClan Cobb, C/ A1C Blake Aldridge, C/ Amn Royce Kean and C/ Capt. Lydia Schwartz. They did a wonderful job for our community.
Cadets also volunteered at the Kenai Senior Center. They assisted with the Appreciation Dinner and conversed with the residents and staff. The following cadets participated: C/SSgt Elodie
Frisk, C/CMSgt Victor Henderson, C/2dLt Zion Henderson, C/SrA Landen McGahan, C/2dLt Thomas Anthony, and C/CMSgt Noah Cole. SM Amber Cole supervised.
WELCOME
Welcome to our new cadet: Robert Pattock. CAP is a positive force in communities all over the United States. Cadets are good examples of hardworking human beings. Cadets make family life, and the community much better. The Cadet Program helps young people to become the best human beings they can and that speaks volumes for the betterment of our country!
CONG TULATIONS TO
Cadets worked very hard and passed many achievements this month. We are very proud of their efforts and hard work and constant determination. Curry Award: Dax Walden and Erik McBride.
C/SSgt. Elodie Frisk
C/SMSgt. DeClan Cobb
C/A1C Gunnar Jensen
C/Capt. Lane Hillyer
Lake Hood
By: 1st. Lt Jeremy Engeberg and C/A1C Selby
Promotion Ceremony at the Alaska Aviation Museum:
As some of you who are reading this know, the Lake Hood squadron holds its meetings at ASDRA (Alaskan Sled Dog Racing Association); However, we recently held our promotion ceremony at the Alaska Aviation Museum near the Lake Hood Seaplane Base.
Starting the meeting was a lesson on perseverance, where cadets learned about Sir Ernest Shackelton and his daunting voyage to cross the Arctic. We also learned about how to deal with the scary task of perseverance and put this new knowledge into
a building exercise where we built, “A tower that demonstrates Perseverance”.
Visiting our cadets at this meeting and invited by Major Padget was Brigadier General Smith, who generously spoke and presented awards to recently promoted members of Civil Air Patrol. A very happy moment occurred at this Tuesday meeting as 4 cadets were officially promoted to the rank of Airmen Basic. We hope these new cadets have an excellent career in this program and do great things.
March 22nd 2025 the long awaited Great Start:
Some of you might remember when I mentioned the 22nd of March Great Start in my previous article. March 22nd has passed as our squadron hosted the great start. Newer members learned many things including basic drill and recognizing the insignia of all ranks within Civil Air Patrol. The photo to the left shows the cadets who participated in this event practicing drill for the first and second promotions.
Also at the Great Start, cadets engaged in a multitude of team building exercises such as leading a blindfolded cadet through a maze of chairs as seen in the
photo below, as well as making sure their fellow cadets insignia was in the correct position before their skills were tested in a uniform inspection.
Lastly, cadets worked on promotion work on E-Services to attempt to pass on to the next rank. Whether it be passing the Curry Achievement or the Wright
Brothers test, a lot of work was completed and overall, the March 22nd Great Start was a huge success.
Cadet Flight Training Pipeline Update: Congrats to Cadets Halliburton
By Maj. Karen Padgett
New Cadet Pilots: C/Lt Col Halliburton of Lake Hood Squadron and C/SSgt
Daniel Krol of Polaris Squadron passed their Private Pilot Certificate (PPC) checkrides, bringing the total number of cadet pilots in Alaska Wing to 14!
Both cadets were part of the CAP Cadet Wings program, which helped fund their training and checkrides at Land and Sea Aviation and UAA Aviation Technology Center, respectively. This weblink provides more information about the Cadet Wings program: https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/ programs/cadets/cadetinvest/cadetwings More information about the Ray Foundation, which provided the funding for both cadets, can be found here: https://rayfoundation.us/.
The application window for Cadet Wings opens on Tuesday, July 1, 2025. Cadets born before September 10, 2009, who have their student pilot certificate (available to all cadets regardless of flight training), a Class 3 FAA Medical, have passed their FAA Airman Knowledge Test (aka the written), and have soloed in powered or glider aircraft are likely to be
& Krol!
selected as Prospective Candidates. Cadets may have soloed in CAP aircraft or with a flight school or individual private instructor, so consider taking private instruction if you want to qualify. If you know a cadet who has soloed and is not in the Powered Flight Academy, please encourage them to contact Alaska Cadet Wings Point of Contact Maj Karen Padgett at karen. padgett@akwg.cap.gov.
Powered Flight Academy: The 2025 Alaska Wing Powered Flight Academy began March 8, 2025, and continues through May. Alaska Wing CFIs are providing instruction to 10 cadets as part of the National Flight Academy and 3 via the wing-level flight academy. Cadets coordinate with the nearest CAP CFIs to schedule flight instruction as weather, aircraft availability, and CFI and student schedules allow. This new approach to flight academies, called "Distributed" Flight Academies, has proved useful in wings like Alaska and Hawaii due to the cost and logistical challenges related to getting cadets, instructors, support staff, and aircraft all in one location.
C/SSgt Daniel Krol passes his PPC checkride on April 2, 2025
C/Lt Col Kai Halliburton passes his PPC checkride on March 29, 2025
Significant cost savings mean more cadets can get more instruction. Cadets have been meeting weekly in a virtual call for progress updates, ground training, Q&A sessions with special guests, Cadet Wings application training, and general camaraderie.
PFA Photo gallery: Please visit this webpage to view photos of this year's Powered Flight Academy: https:// photos.cap.gov/National-CadetSpecial-Activities/NFA-AKWG-FlightAcademy/2025
General info: For the past few years, information about the Alaska Wing Cadet Flight Training Pipeline has been available here: https://akwg.cap. gov/programs/cp/flighttraining.
As we migrate to the new website format, Cadet Programs webpage information will soon be in the Member Portal (Link to Member Portal, must be logged into CAP Google account to access: https://bit.ly/AKWGCFTP
For instructions on setting up your CAP Google Account, go here: https://bit. ly/AKWGGoogle or https://lakehood. cap.gov/news/cap-googlegmail-
account-setup
Advancing your flight training: Cadets can prepare for flight training by doing the following. If receiving instruction from CAP CFI's, cadets can more efficiently get up in the air if they have done these things ahead of time.
Obtain Student pilot certificate (if 14 or older) & upload in Ops Quals
FAA Medical (Class 3 or better) & Upload in Ops Quals
Register for Sporty's Ground School.
If you take your FAA Knowledge Test and pass it, upload that in Ops Quals Request o-flights whenever possible
Take/refresh Aircraft Ground Handling in Absorb
Take Aircrew Proficiency in Absorb (if the video won't play, try a different device)
Basic Risk Management in Absorb
Statement of Understanding in Ops Quals/Pilot/What Do I Need?/Solo Pilot-Airplane
During the month of March, the Valdez Squadron Cadets have been reaching ever closer to CAP’s mission of building tomorrows aerospace leaders. With the help of the 2025 Alaska Wing Powered Flight Academy multiple of the Valdez Cadets got to get their hands behind the yoke for some
great flight training.
Throughout the flight training, that started the week of 8 March, Cadet Taylor along with his wingman Cadet Sims has learned a lot. They learned things all the way from pushing the plane out of the hanger to landing it safely back on the ground.
By C/CMSgt Taylor Photos by SM
C/CMSgt Taylor checking the planes fuel before heading up for another sortie.
2d
Lt Taylor
C/CMSgt Sims checking planes fuel level during pre-flight.
The Alaska Wing Powered Flight Academy Cadets from week 8-15 March 2025. From left to right, back to front: C/CMSgt Shelley, C/ CMSgt Taylor, Major Ben Padgett, C/CMSgt Wood, Captain Ryan Padgett, C/CMSgt Sims, Major Karen Padgett
This year's powered flight academy held many days of grand excitement and learning, but you must always remember the people that volunteered their time and effort. The Valdez Squadron is very glad to all the senior members and CFI’s that made this opportunity possible. Here are some videos from the training experience:
C/CMSgt Sims returning happily from his sortie: https://youtube.com/short s/_1B2vYGw7AQ?feature=share
C/CMSgt Sims and C/CMSgt Taylor getting ready to head back up for another clear day of flying with, CFI, Lt Bigler: https://youtu.be/jQTZJ2rhtM0
Taxiing for take-off from Merill Field AK: https://youtu.be/2sSacAPtiMw
On the other side of things, the Valdez Squadron also has multiple Cadets attending the 2025 Alaska Wing Summer Encampment; we currently have one Cadet registered for basic and one Cadet registered for advanced, but with our squadron growing we may have more before the registration window closes.
After flight paperwork in the Birchwood office. Back to front: Captain Ryan Padgett, C/CMSgt Taylor, Major Karen Padgett
Valdez Squadron
• Recruitment and Retention officer
We are all a part of Recruitment and Retention and with that in mind the R&R officer is here to help. The R&R officer would put on courses and training to make sure everyone knows how to best present our squadron when trying to recruit friends, family, and the general public.
• Public Affairs officer
The Public Affairs officer makes sure our squadron is seen and is being seen by: 1. Keeping the squadron social media pages up-to-date. 2. Taking photos, and making squadron articles; taking up my position of writing this so Cadets like me can better their time in their other squadron positions.
• Public Affairs assistant
The Public Affairs assistant helps the Public Affairs officer and in turn makes their job easier. They could be the one taking photos, putting up flyers around town, or simply just be another pair of eyes for their articles before there submitted.
open staff positions:
• Supply Officer
The Supply Officer makes sure the hanger and meeting room is in order, and that all inventory items are accounted for.
• Cadet Advisory Council assistant representative
CAC is a council of representatives from each squadron, in each wing, that comes together to make Civil Air Patrol a bigger and better program. The assistant representative would attend CAC meetings and step in for the primary representative in the case he/she can’t make it to the meeting.
• Activity meetings officer
The member in this position would ideally be well-rounded and on task. They would hone in on Cadets interests and plan meetings outside of the regular squadron meetings in accordance with the topics the cadets would like to dive deeper into.
By Laurie Gentle
The Homer Squadron Cadets have enjoyed the longterm plane build project as funded by a generous grant from the Homer Foundation.
Kids from the greater Homer area experience science, technology and math concepts that build their base of knowledge, maturity and character, delivering future leaders to our community.
Encampment 2025: Leadership, Preparation,
As we prepare for the 2025 Alaska Wing Summer Encampment, I want to highlight the outstanding leadership team, recognize the hard work that has gone into preparations, emphasize the importance of health and safety, provide information on financial assistance through the Cadet Encampment Assistance Program (CEAP), and share my excitement for what is shaping up to be an unforgettable encampment.
Save the Dates for Encampment 2025
The following in-person dates require mandatory attendance for encampment participants. Additional details on pre-encampment requirements and preparation will be provided soon.
• Encampment Cadre Pre-Encampment Staff Training (PEST): June 5-7, 2025
• Encampment Begins (First-Time Students & ATS Students): June 8, 2025
• Encampment Graduation & Dismissal: June 14, 2025
• Cadre Cleanup & Final Dismissal: June 15, 2025
Graduation on June 14 will be a special event, and all parents and families are encouraged to attend. Following the ceremony, students will be dismissed directly to return home.
Registration is expected to open soon—keep an eye out for updates.
Senior Members—Encampment Needs You!
Encampment is one of the most rewarding experiences in Civil Air Patrol, not just for cadets but for senior members as well. This event is critical to the growth of the Cadet Program, shaping young leaders and fostering lifelong lessons in leadership, teamwork, and responsibility. Senior members play an essential role in making encampment a success, and we need your help! Whether you’ve staffed an encampment before or are considering volunteering for the first time, this is your chance to be part of something truly special.
and Excitement for the Year Ahead!
Why Volunteer?
• Encampment creates lifelong memories. It’s an honor to help shape the next generation of leaders.
• You’ll make a direct impact. By mentoring and guiding cadets, you play a crucial role in their development.
• It’s an incredible learning experience. Even as a senior member, encampment will challenge and inspire you.
• You’ll be part of a dedicated team. Encampment is an intense, immersive experience, but it is also incredibly fulfilling.
If you’re interested or have questions, email encampment@akwg.cap. gov. We would love to have you on the team!
Financial Assistance
Cadet Encampment Assistance Program (CEAP)
The Cadet Encampment Assistance Program (CEAP) provides financial assistance for encampment fees and uniforms to cadets with financial need. Priority is given to first-time attendees, but returning cadets may also apply.
CEAP covers:
• 100% of encampment fees, paid directly to the encampment.
• A uniform voucher (up to $125) for purchases through Vanguard. Cadets must apply for CEAP in eServices and register separately for encampment.
Application Deadlines
• Round 1 (Best chance for funding): March 1 – May 1, 2025
• Round 2 (Limited funding for late summer encampments): June 15 – July 1, 2025
For full details and to apply, visit: CEAP Information https://www. capnhq.gov/CAP.Events.Web/Modules/CEAP.aspx
Health & Safety
Enter Your Information in CAP Health
All encampment participants must update their CAP Health records to ensure that medical information is accessible in the event of an emergency. What You Need to Do
• Update your health record in CAP Health in eServices.
• Review CAP Health policies in the CAP Health User Guide.
Medical information is secure and accessible only to authorized personnel (Health Services Officers, encampment leadership, and for minors, parents/guardians).
Encampment staff are trained in first aid, and providing accurate health information ensures proper care if needed.
Encampment Leadership Team
Encampment 2025 is led by a highly capable team dedicated to ensuring a successful experience for all participants:
• Encampment Commander – 1st Lt Jeremy Engeberg
• Encampment Commandant – 1st Lt Annika Bereni (Ziesmer)
• Cadet Commander – C/Lt Col Michael Porter
• Deputy Commander for Operations – C/Maj Rachel Anderson
• Deputy Commander for Support – C/Maj Grania Wegemer
Their leadership will provide a challenging, structured, and rewarding environment for all cadets.
Cadet Executive Cadre Selection & Training
The Cadet Executive Cadre selection process began in December, with cadets submitting applications and completing interviews. The selection board carefully reviewed all candidates, and by January, the final cadre leadership team was chosen.
I want to personally thank the selection board for their time and effort, as well as all the cadets who applied. The number of qualified applicants made this a difficult decision, which speaks to the high caliber of leadership within Alaska Wing.
Following their selection, the Cadet Executive Cadre successfully ran a Cadet Selection Exercise (CSE) to form the full cadre team. Their professionalism, motivation, and dedication have been exceptional, and I am eager to see their leadership in action this summer. At the time of this writing, cadre offers have been sent, and the team is coming together strongly.
Encampment Registration – Coming Soon
A frequently asked question is: "When can I register for Encampment?"
If registration is not already open by the time this article is published, it will be opening within days.
While this year’s planning process began three months behind schedule, the leadership team, cadre, and volunteers have been working tirelessly to get everything back on track and ensure that Encampment 2025 is just as impactful and rewarding as ever. Keep an eye on the Alaska Wing website and your email for official registration announcements.
Get Ready for an Amazing Encampment
Encampment 2025 is set to be a challenging, engaging, and rewarding experience for all cadets. Whether you are attending for the first time or returning as cadre, this is an opportunity to develop leadership, discipline, and teamwork in a structured environment. Come prepared to learn, grow, and push yourself beyond your comfort zone. Your commitment to excellence will define your experience. See you at Encampment!
1st Lt Jeremy Engeberg
2025 AK Wing Encampment Commander
Major Karen Padgett’s Work with Cadet Programs Recognized by the Submitted by:1st Lt. Jeremy Engeberg
Maj Karen Padgett served with distinction as the Alaska Wing Director of Cadet Programs (DCP) from June 2021 to August 2024. In recognition of her outstanding contributions in this role, she was recently awarded the Civil Air Patrol's Exceptional Service Award (ESA). This prestigious honor— the fourth-highest decoration in CAP— recognizes members who demonstrate exceptionally meritorious service in positions of significant responsibility, such as leading a wing, region, or major initiative. The number of ESAs that may be awarded by a region commander is limited, underscoring the significance of this achievement.
Please join us in congratulating Maj Padgett on this well-deserved recognition. Let’s continue working together to keep the momentum strong and create even more opportunities for Alaska Wing cadets.
The justification for her award follows: During the period 1 July 2021 to 30 Sep 2024, Capt Karen Padgett distinguished herself by exceptional service as Director of Cadet Programs, Alaska Wing, Civil Air Patrol. Capt Karen Padgett’s “above and beyond” service to the Alaska Wing cadets, parents, and cadet leaders is clearly outstanding and is unmistakably exceptional when compared to similar achievements and accomplishments of
personnel of like rank and responsibilities, as follows:
- Capt Padgett Supported the Cadet Flight Training Pipeline by integrating flight academies, applications, selection processes, ad hoc CAP and commercial instruction, ground school and FAA written
preparation, and Cadet Wings and flight scholarship funding, and communicated via presentations, webinars, emails, webpage, the processes cadets follow to safely, successfully become pilots.
- She increased participation from all squadrons state-wide and a larger number
Pacific Region Commander
of cadets, leveraging virtual resources for the selection of encampment cadre, flight academies, annual awards, National Legislative Day, NCSA green lights, cadet competition, and other opportunities. The increased participation led to increased competition, which raised the caliber of the cadets’ qualifications.
-She created robust communication by building a 12-webpage highly informative website, YouTube channel-instructional and motivational videos for new cadets, periodic emails, text-based reminders, monthly webinars, wing newsletter updates.
-She grew and coalesced the AKWG Chaplain/CDI Corps from 4 CDIs to 11 to strengthen resilience, mental health, and character training.
- She created/implemented repeatable transparent, timely competitive selection process for activity directors, CP staff, executive cadet positions, and awards
- Her Additional wing duty positions strengthened the connection between CP and all other staff areas .
- Her supervision of wing cadet activities resulted in the success of 3 Encampments, 3 AKWG Glider Flight Academies, 3 NFA Powered (Distributed) Flight Academies, 3 cadet competitions, and the rebuilding of the Cadet Advisory Council over the course of 4 years.
- Capt Padgett uncovered $117,000+ of funding for cadets with the completelyfunded 2022 Powered NFA, 2 NHQsubsidized NFAs, 6 Cadet Wings cadets so far to PPL, and teaching and encouraging cadets to apply for Lift/Top financial aid and flight and academic scholarships.
- Her support of Deputy Commanders for Cadets increased Quality Cadet Unit Awards from 3 squadrons in 2021 to 10 squadrons in 2023.
Capt Padgett’s distinctive accomplishments reflect great credit upon herself, the Alaska Wing, and the Civil Air Patrol.
Support
Through Pick.Click.Give, Alaskans can choose to give a portion (or all) of their Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD) to charity. Thanks to generous donors from all over the state, Alaska Wing Civil Air Patrol Cadet Programs has used donations to support critical mission activities, including aerospace (and other STEM) education, emergency services, and cadet programs. When filling out your PFD application, please consider making a difference by contributing to the Alaska Wing Civil Air Patrol Cadet Programs (just “Search Organizaitons” for the name “Civil”)
Please forward this newsletter to your Alaskan neighbors, friends, coworkers, and family who may like to see what Civil Air Patrol does in Alaska and may like show their appreciation for the great work Civil
Helpful Links:
PFD Application Information: https://pfd.alaska.gov/
Pick.Click.Give General Information: https://www.pickclickgive.org/
Pick.Click.Give listing for Alaska Wing (AKWG) Civil Air Patrol (CAP) Cadet Programs: https://www.pickclickgive.org/index.cfm/pfdorgs.
info/Civil-Air-Patrol-AKWG-Cadet-Programs
Very Respectfully,
Capt. Karen L Padgett
Pacific Region Assistant Cadet Activities Officer
Alaska Wing Assistant Director of Cadet Programs Lake Hood Cadet Squadron, Anchorage, Alaska
Civil Air Patrol, U.S. Air Force Auxiliary
Alaska Wing Staff emails
Maj. Martin Krebs martin.krebb@akwg.cap.gov ig@akwg.cap.gov
Capt. Cristopher Becker christopher.becker@akwg.cap.gov se@akwg.cap.gov
Lt Col Stuart Goering stuart.goering@akwg.cap.gov ja@akwg.cap.gov
Capt. Samantha (Reux) Stearns reux.stearns@akwg.cap.gov gr@akwg.cap.gov
1Lt. Elizabeth Justus elizabeth.justus@akwg.cap.gov
Lt. Col. Stephen Sammons stephen.sammons@akwg.cap.gov cs@akwg.cap.gov
LtCol. Brian Porter brian.porter@akwg.cap.gov do@akwg.cap.gov
Lt.Col. Bryan Emerson bryan.emerson@akwg.cap.gov dc@akwg.cap.gov
Capt. Lynda MacPherson lynda.macpherson@akwg.cap.gov ae@akwg.cap.gov
Capt. Sky Caldwell skylar.caldwell@akwg.cap.gov cp@akwg.cap.gov
2d Lt. Elizath Justus elizabeth.justus@akwg.cap.gov recruiting@akwg.cap.gov
LtCol. Michael Inman michael.inman@akwg.cap.gov lgm@akwg.cap.gov
Maj. Caleb Newville caleb.newville@akwg.cap.gov it@akwg.cap.gov
Capt. Terrance (Terry) Aldridge terry.aldridge@akwg.cap.gov fm@akwg.cap.gov
Maj. Kevin Bottjen kevin.bottjen@akwg.cap.gov hc@akwg.cap.gov
Capt. Mary Stella mary.stella@akwg.cap.gov da@akwg.cap.gov
LtCol. Bryan Emerson bryan.emerson@akwg.cap.gov pa@akwg.cap.gov
Capt. Julie G. Rivera julie.rivera@akwg.cap.gov et@akwg.cap.gov
Feel free to write your fellow members with questions and comments.
Wing Vacancies
Inspectors (Inspection Augmentees (IA’s), Assistant Inspector Generals (IGA’s)
The AK Wing Inspector General is looking for members interested in becoming qualifiedin Subordinate Unit Inspections (SUI’s) to assist the IG Program in Alaska and beyond.
Inspector Candidates will take online training at their own pace and then get qualified onthe job inspecting squadrons and flights in Alaska in accordance with CAPR 20-3.
Position is suitable for remote work! Assignments are for individual inspections, allowingflexibility to coordinate with a personal schedule. Inspectors interested in the IG Specialty Track can become Assistant Inspector Generals.
Assistant Public Affairs Officer
Public Relations, Digital Engagement and Creative Services
Works with Public Affairs Officer to provide oversight across AKWG units and staff to ensure a CAP-compliant and active social media presence.
Provides units and staff education. Training to develop and sustain relevant social media activities. Advises the commander, staff and members as required on CAP social media policy.
Health Services Officer
Responsible for advising CAP commanders and units on the health, sanitation and hygiene of CAP members relevant to CAP activities. (See CAPR 160-1(I) for policy on emergency medical treatment).
Personnel Officer
Membership records and applications.
Organizational actions (charters, deactivations, etc.).
Awards and decorations.
Duty assignments.
Logistics Officer
The logistics officer advises the wing commander on the status of their respective property management programs and leads programs in accordance with CAPR 130-1 and wing supplements. They shall: Train and oversees subordinate unit property management officers Account for property assigned to the wing. Be responsible for real property management in accordance with CAPR 130-1
Website Administrator
A webmaster, also known as a website administrator, is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of an organization's websites and servers. Their responsibilities include site maintenance: Performing routine maintenance and updates to ensure sites are functional, current, and accessible. Webmasters should be able to work independently and with a team, meet deadlines, adapt quickly, and have good communication skills.
FOR FULL JOB DESCRIPTION AND DUTIES, REFER TO CAPP 30-1
We hope that you enjoyed the articles submitted by and about cadets in this edition. Cadets have come a long way in the past few years of this magazine with respect to their significant and candid contributions. They will be involved in many exciting activities this summer, especially at encampment. Also, don’t forget this coming weekend’s Ops Eval; please join us if you have not already registered.
Lt Col Bryan Emerson, CAP Publisher and Editor
Alaska Wing PAO, DC
bryan.emerson@akwg.cap.gov (M) 1 (907) 795-5586
This online publication is designed to attract, inform and motivate readers through photographs, text and stories. We see and feel the four core values in the faces and body language of the cadets and senior members portrayed herein. Submissions are accepted through the 10th of each month. Be safe and live our core values!
Capt. Julie G. Rivera, CAP Co-Editor
Alaska Wing PAO Assistant julie.rivera@akwg.cap.gov (M) 1 (787) 424-0560