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AREA OFFICER'S COAST TO COAST WALK

AREA OFFICER'S COAST TO COAST WALK

Sea Cadets' North West Area Officer, Charlie Bagot Jewitt, will walk from Scarborough Unit to Barrow Unit this May to mark his transfer from Eastern Area Officer and raise funds for Sea Cadets.

Starting on Sunday 6 May, Charlie will set off on Wainwright's Coast-to-Coast path, covering between one and 22 miles per day, and reaching the finish line on Sunday 20 May.

The current plan for his stops will be Levisham (6 May), Blakey Ridge (7 May), Osmotherley (8 May), Danby Wiske (9 May), Richmond (10 May), Keld (11 May), Kirkby Stephen (12 May), Shap (13 May), Patterdale (14 May), Grasmere (15 May), and then most likely down the Cumbria Way, until he reaches Barrow Sea Cadets - about 200 miles in total.

Now Charlie's route is planned, he is looking for enthusiastic supporters to get involved in his challenge. You also donate by visiting: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/charles-bagot-jewitt

AWARDS GALORE FOR CADETS AND VOLUNTEERS

AWARDS GALORE FOR CADETS AND VOLUNTEERS

There has been plenty to celebrate at Sea Cadets this month, with awards galore for a number of our units, cadets and volunteers.

As well as important recognition for those who give so much to the charity, awards like these help raise the profile of Sea Cadets' work in helping launch young people for life.

We've mentioned some of these fantastic achievements below. Well done to all!:

Louise Douglas, Chairman of Filey Unit's Parents and Supporters Association and Deputy Chairman of the Unit Management Team, received a Lord Lieutenants Certificate in recognition of exceptional service. Louise has been involved with the charity for nearly 20 years, helping to raise more than £100,000 in the past 10 years for her unit. Her award was presented by Her Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant Barry Dodd CBE at a ceremony at Worsley Barracks, York. 

- The Eastern Area Staff Officer for Paddlesport, Lt Cdr (SCC) Mark Steggall RNR, and Bedfordshire 5 Troop Commander Major (SCC) Sean Smith RMR, were awarded the Bedfordshire Lord Lieutenants Certificate of Commendation for their meritorious service. The ceremony took place at Woburn Abbey – the ancestral home of the Duke and Duchess of Bedford – on 5 March, in the presence of the Duke.

- Margate Unit cadets and volunteers were invited to County Hall to receive a certificate and £500 cheque from the High Sheriff of Kent, George Jessel DL. Chairman Michael Bon and Vice Chairman Violet Roberts were accompanied by Cadet Natalya and Marine Cadet Brandon at the ceremony. 

Rhondda Sea Cadets has been crowned the 'Best Youth Organisation that engages Young People In Formal Education' in Rhondda Cynon Taff. The Youth Entitlement and Participation Service's award ceremony was held earlier this month, and the unit made sure its presence was known with 36 cadets, six volunteers, and several parents attending. 

We're always keen to hear positive stories about our units, so please email: scmag@ms-sc.org if you have anything to share.

SEA CADETS NCS IS BACK!

SEA CADETS NCS IS BACK!

Sea Cadets is delighted to once again offer the NCS programme to teenagers across England.

NCS - National Citizen Service - helps build young people's confidence and self-belief. It consists of three phases: a residential trip, life skills and a social action project.

It is the third time the charity has offered the scheme, with its pilot in 2016 shortlisted for a CYP Now Award. Cadets learnt important skills while making a real difference in their communities by running social actions projects such as helping homeless veterans, buying Christmas presents for disadvantaged teenagers, and running a fun day for adults with additional needs. 

The summer programme will take place in June and July and is open to 15-, 16- and 17-year-old cadets in England. Interest can be registered by emailing: NCS@ms-sc.org

HAVING A SAY ON THE CADET TRAINING PROGRAMME

HAVING A SAY ON THE CADET TRAINING PROGRAMME

Volunteers and cadets are being encouraged to have their say on the Sea Cadet Training Programme.

The charity's training team has launched a competition with cash prizes, and is asking units to send in ideas for the New Entry Cadet to Cadet, and Cadet to Cadet First Class sessions.

All units are encouraged to have a go, and there is no limit to the amount of times you can enter.

Having your say means we can help equip even more teenagers with all the things they need to cope with and enjoy the big and changing world they're going into.

Visit: https://www.sccheadquarters.com/try-a-new-tack 

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY

We are delighted to recognise International Women's Day, a global event that celebrates the social, economic, cultural and political achievement of women.

The charity is proud of all the amazing girls and women it works with - so we have shared some of their stories below:

Ordinary Cadet Kacey-Leigh: “There are so many opportunities within Sea Cadets, so many people to meet, courses to go on, and competitions and events to take part in. You find new interests and things you’re good at. I went sailing, and the first time was pretty scary, but I thought to myself, ‘You’re a sea cadet, you can’t be afraid of the water’, and it turned out I was silly to be. I found a new talent of mine: I am now a level-four sailor, I have sailed offshore and I have competed in several sailing competitions and regattas."

Able Cadet Ciara: “Sea Cadets has given me incredible opportunities to travel around the UK and Europe on courses, while gaining skills and qualifications that I can use on a CV and throughout life. I also met my best friends through Sea Cadets. I have made friends and memories that will last a lifetime. At Sea Cadets, everyone wants to see each other succeed and pushes each other to be the best they can be. This gives it a real family and community feel. Everyone wants the best for everyone and we care about each other.”

Able Cadet Caitlyn: “I have made new friends at Sea Cadets. One of my favourite things about it is meeting new people and learning new things. Sea Cadets has helped me to become more confident in my work. And the uniform helps to make everyone the same and more accepting.”

Cadet Sergeant Amy: “Before I joined the Royal Marines Cadets I was a quiet and not very confident person. I joined when I was 13, following in my younger brother’s footsteps, and over the years I’ve gone up through the ranks. When I passed my Sergeants Board I became the first female in Scotland to be a Cadet Sergeant and in 2017 I was chosen as the first female Section Commander at the Gibraltar Cup. I never saw myself leading the section, yet here I am. It’s a big step, but one that many others take to further their careers within the Royal Marines Cadets."

Cadet First Class Amelia: “I recently went on a voyage on TS Jack Petchey (one of Sea Cadets’ offshore vessels). I achieved more than I could imagine; my Offshore Hand Level One (Power) is something I am very proud of. Gaining more confidence and team-working skills are all things I can use at my unit and in everyday life. As I was allocated a top bunk, I soon learnt not to sit bolt upright, too!"

PO (SCC) Gayle Roberts: "I entered the Sea Cadets Corps in my late forties without having any previous involvement, other than my older children being cadets. I had an outer brick wall around me and lacked confidence and self-esteem. I distrusted anyone else, especially men. Right from the start, I have been enthusiastic and passionate and threw everything I had into the role. Joining Sea Cadets has been one of the most rewarding episodes of my life, and I hope to be involved for many years to come. To sum it all up, Sea Cadets has made me whole again. It has given me a new lease of life, and I look forward to making many more memories and making a difference to many more young people.”

Nina Guppy: “I joined the Unit Management Committee as a unit assistant. Then I was inspired to get on the water. So I signed up to some courses. I got the bug, I loved it. During my Level 2 sailing, I got hit by the boom, which put me off. But when my son asked if we could go sailing, I knew I needed to get back on the water. I have been on more courses since then, which have boosted my confidence. The more sailing I do, the more I feel like I will be able to instruct the cadets and give back to the unit. I want to do volunteering, it’s rewarding and I enjoy it, and you just fit it in. If it’s something you feel really passionate about, you find the time."

Acting Lieutenant Commander (SCC) Tracy Peel: "I have been at Sea Cadets for more than 24 years now as a cadet and volunteer, and I have worked my way up to become a District Officer and Area Staff Officer for rowing. The best thing about Sea Cadets is the skills and knowledge that I can pass onto young people in order for them to progress. It has been a great benefit to my life as I now work in a secondary school and at my interview they talked about the charity. I have gained many skills and qualifications throughout my time in Sea Cadets."

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