Windermere Air Cadets has a small number of young people who attend 1264 Squadron regularly but I would like to significantly increase this.

I would like us to attract more young people to our organisation and the fantastic activities and opportunities that we have on offer through a continual advertising campaign.

Membership of The Air Training Corps gives young people opportunities not found in any other organisation. In addition to fostering the ethos of good citizenship, the ATC develops confidence, communication, leadership and teamwork skills and raises self-esteem, hereby giving the young person a head start in the transition to adulthood.

Membership of the ATC is open to all young people between the ages of 12 and 18 regardless of race, gender, colour, creed, wealth or ability.

As well as the many exciting and varied activities offered as part of normal parade nights and at weekends, the ATC offers opportunities to gain nationally recognised qualifications eg BTECs in Aviation Studies, Music or Leadership in the Community, Duke of Edinburgh's Awards, Adventure Training Awards, First Aid Qualifications.

These are highly sought after by future employers, colleges and universities. All staff hold enhanced DBS clearance and are fully qualified.

If anyone wants more information they can contact me either by mobile (07515-667650) or by email at oc.1264@aircadets.org.

Gaynor Collins

Warrant Officer in Charge 1264 (Windermere) ATC