New Member Information
Interested in joining Upper Montgomery Composite Squadron (MD 332)
Two types of membership:
1) Adult Leaders
Full Senior Member: Holds military grade; can wear USAF-style uniform
Costs
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Annual Dues: $65 (Full)
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Uniform: ~$50 minimum (CAP polo)
Application steps
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Attend three meetings to learn more about the program.
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Complete and submit your application and fingerprint card to the squadron commander for review and signature (checks payable to "Civil Air Patrol."
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Complete Level I to include Cadet Protection Policy Training.
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Choose a duty assignment and get involved.
2) Cadets
Age
Must be at least in 6th grade and a minimum age of 12; can join as a cadet until 18 years old, but can remain a cadet until 21st birthday.
Costs
Uniform: $ 60 one-time fee to squadron + cadet/parents to purchase boots and shoes
Blues: May receive up to $175 voucher from CAP after 1st promotion towards blues pants/skirt and shirt/blouse and other items needed to complete uniform (amount of voucher is based on financial need).
ABUs: Squadron has used ABUs in many sizes; cannot guarantee a perfect fit.
The squadron will purchase (from the $60 fee) name tape, patches, a belt, a tee-shirt, boot blousers, ABU hat, and tan t-shirt.
Application steps
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Attend three meetings to learn more about the program.
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Complete and submit your application with the uniform fee to the squadron commander for review and signature (two checks/money orders, each payable to "Civil Air Patrol.")
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Earn your first promotion and continue to participate/promote actively in the squadron.
