Recently, 11 experienced cadets and two officers camped out for the weekend at Dewar Lake to take part in leadership and team building activities.

Recently, 11 experienced cadets and two officers camped out for the weekend at Dewar Lake to take part in leadership and team building activities.

Army cadets back for new year

The 3064 Army Cadets in Williams Lake have started off a busy new year with many activities.

The 3064 Army Cadets in Williams Lake have started off a busy new year with many activities.

Cadets will partake in a one day range familiarization and marksmanship day at the Williams Lake Sportsman’s Association Rod and Gun Club.

Cadets are also gearing up for a full weekend of activities planned for the whole unit in October that includes learning survival skills, orienteering/GPS navigation, hiking, leadership games and much more!

Army cadets is a national program for youth aged 12 to 18 who are interested in participating in a number of fun, challenging and rewarding activities while learning about the sea, army and air elements of the Canadian Armed Forces.

The Williams Lake Army Cadets meet every Wednesday evening from 6:15  to 9 p.m. at the lower level of the Royal Canadian Legion at 385 Barnard St. For more information go to www.3064rmrangcadets.org.

Williams Lake Tribune