On Thursday 19 October the
College welcomed Commodore Jonathan Fry, Head of Youth and Cadets in the
Ministry of Defence, as Reviewing Officer of the Combined Cadet Force (CCF) Biennial
Inspection.
The day began
with a presentation given by the Contingent Commander and the senior cadets of
each section in the Old Library. This was followed by a walk-around and a
chance to meet the cadets of each section whilst carrying out training.
The DofE section
showed off their teamwork skills with the milk crate challenge on the high
ropes course. How high four cadets can get standing on milk crates turned
into a real team building event.
The Army
section concentrated on weapon training, field craft skills and a leadership
task of crossing a river with only a few pieces of equipment that included some
old ropes, planks and a tyre.
The Royal
Marine cadets demonstrated survival skills which included building shelters,
gathering water, fire lighting and catching and preparing animals for
eating. A venison stew and fresh mackerel was on offer which went down
extremely well with the visiting guests.
It was then down to the river for a trip out
on the RN Champ (a small boat that takes 6 – 8 cadets) and a chance for the
cadets to talk about their sailing experiences.
The inspection
was completed with a final parade at which time the Commodore promoted a large
number of the cadets.
Overall a very
successful inspection, Commodore Fry went away with the impression of a
thriving and well organised CCF. The Cadets, once again were motivated,
engaging and enthusiastic which made for a great day.
Reporting by Regimental Sergeant Major Mr Colin Hearn
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