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Q: How much does it cost to join the Bedford CAP? |
A: Annual dues for cadets are $31. Senior Member annual dues are $62 initial, then $51 annually. |
| Q: What are the age requirements for joining CAP? |
A: Youth aged 12-18 may join CAP as cadets. Cadets may remain cadets or become senior members upon reaching age 18 and attending college. At age 21, cadets must become senior members. Of course, adults of any age are welcome to join CAP, too. |
| Q: Are cadets obligated to join the military? |
A: No, but many do. Cadets who earn the Billy Mitchell Award may enter the Air Force at an advanced grade (E-3) if they choose to enlist. The service academies and ROTC also look favorably on CAP experience. |
| Q: What level of commitment is expected from cadets? |
A: CAP expects cadets to participate actively, but of course CAP recognizes that cadets have school, family, and other obligations. Our squadron meets weekly from 6PM to 8PM on Monday nights. We also offer special activities on the weekends and during the summer. |
| Q: Do cadets wear uniforms? |
A: Yes. CAP uses uniforms to promote teamwork and develop self-discipline. The uniform motivates cadets to set high standards for themselves and to live their core values of integrity, volunteer service, excellence, and respect. Additionally, cadets practice military customs and courtesies as part of their leadership training. |
| Q: What uniforms do cadets wear? | A: The basic cadet uniform is the short-sleeve Air Force style blue uniform. Most cadets also choose to wear the optional BDU (camouflage) uniform. |
| Q: How do cadets obtain uniforms? |
A: New cadets are eligible to receive the Air Force style blue uniform at no cost to them through the Cadet Uniform Program, upon joining (depending on the availability of Air Force funding). BDUs and other uniform items may be available or may be purchased through the clothing sales store on military installations. |
Call(814)623-5439 for more
information about joining the Bedford Civil Air Patrol.
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