2024 ACTA (Alaska Coastal Training Academy)

[updated 18 Dec 2023]

February 2024 Alaska Coastal Training Academy (ACTA)

17 - 19 February 2024
Juneau, Alaska
Southeast Composite Squadron

DESCRIPTION

The February 2024 Alaska Coastal Training Academy is a weekend activity that
provides quality training to Alaska Wing cadets and senior members. The activity will
provide participants with an opportunity to:
● Learn and practice new skills in marksmanship, non-commissioned
officership, and emergency services.
● Develop a greater understanding of opportunities available for members.
● Develop leadership potential, discipline, time management, and
interpersonal skills.
● Enhance the Alaska Wing cadet program.
● Aid in retention and motivation.
● Get to know other Alaska Wing cadets and senior members.
● Build self-confidence.
Participants can expect to be challenged during a busy and exciting weekend of
engaging training and fun activities.ACTA Video!
C/2d Lt Juergens put together this fun video at our last activity. If you want a
better idea of what to expect, watch this video.

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February 2024 Alaska Coastal Training Academy
Fees:
● Cadets: Our goal is to keep the fee under $75, but as we finalize some details
we can not guarantee that price for all tracks.

● Senior Members: $0

REGISTRATION

Types of Registrants:
NCOS Track:
The Non-Commissioned Officer School (NCOS) is available to any AKWG cadets
who will be C/SrA to C/CMSgt during the activity. Cadets with a higher grade will be
accepted if they have not attended an NCOS before. The goal of this training will be
to help NCOs develop the leadership skills and knowledge they need to succeed as
cadet NCOs. The staff will place a heavy emphasis on breaking “squadronisms” with
drill and uniforms. “Squadronisms” are practices that squadrons teach that do not
align with regulations and pamphlets. They will teach all cadets how to read and
interpret these regulations and return to their squadrons with this new knowledge.
They will also be placing a heavy emphasis on the opportunities available to you, as an
active cadet, and how you can get involved. This training will be based on the program
designed by CAWG as part of their Integrated Leadership Plan.

Marksmanship Track:
The Marksmanship Track is available to any AKWG cadets. The goal for this
track is to train participants in gun safety and give them the opportunity to earn the
NRA Marksmanship Badge, which can be worn on the blues uniform (both class A and
B). Cadets will be given the chance to earn qualifications in the NRA Small Bore
course, up to the level of Sharpshooter, using .22 cal rifles. This is the first time ACTA
has offered a course for a specialized badge like this and is a great opportunity for
cadets to branch out beyond regular CAP activities, improve their shooting skills, and
bond with fellow Alaska Wing cadets. Due to range availability, a maximum of 14
cadets may participate.
Emergency Services Track:
The Emergency Services (ES) track is available to any AKWG cadets or senior
members. The track will teach and qualify participants for entry-level qualifications to

start them on the path of GTM, MRO, or Pilot. Those entry-level qualifications we plan
to cover are first aid, introduction to communications training, and knowledge of the
FEMA emergency command structure. The ES track will guide you through the
prerequisites for further ES training at the May 2024 ACTA, planned for Sitka. Some of
the courses can be long, challenging, or hard to find, so if you want to get started in
ES, this is an excellent opportunity to do so!

Cadet Staff:
If you have been selected in the application process please register as cadet
staff. If you have not been selected as staff, please do not register as cadet staff.
Alternatively, you may register in one of the three training tracks being offered at this
activity.

Senior Member Staff:
Any senior members who are interested in helping with this activity may
register here. Senior members may attend for free. If you intend to eat and stay at the
facility please indicate that in the notes below the registration options. If you are only
available for parts of the activity, please include that in the notes as well.
Registration Procedure:
● Read this whole email and complete registration before 01 January 2024.
● Start by clicking on the link at the bottom of this email.
● Select the correct category (e.g. NCOS Track, Marksmanship Track, ES Track,
Cadet Staff, or Senior Member Staff).
Note: By registering for a track, you are not guaranteed a slot. Some tracks are limited
in the number of participants and we may need to assign you to another track. If this
occurs, we will contact you to discuss options.

Registration Link

To register for the activity, click here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfakZHcPtpMnRAowjsoHIAP5CXY5fbS0-NxBUS-LdCOfPFDBw/viewform?usp=sf_link

After completing the registration process, you will immediately be directed to a
confirmation message. If you are not sure if you are successfully registered, please
email us at ak022-acta@akwg.cap.gov. Slots for your preferred track will be given on a
first-come first served basis. Please register as soon as possible to ensure you can
participate in your chosen track.

DETAILS

Transportation
Attendees From Sitka:
Attendees traveling from Sitka may arrive on Saturday, 17 February 2024 on
Alaska Flight 73 and depart on Monday, 19 February 2024 on Alaska Flight 70. A
round-trip ticket currently costs $206 or 10K Alaska Airlines miles as of 05 December
2023. Transportation will be arranged to and from the airport for those flights. If you
would like to arrive earlier or depart later than the suggested flights, you will be
responsible for lodging. If you use the above flights, we will figure it out for you as
long as you let us know it is needed. Please email ak022-acta@akwg.cap.gov with
your travel itinerary no later than 15 January 2024.
Attendees From Hoonah:
Attendees traveling from Hoonah may arrive on Thursday, 15 February 2024,
and depart on Wednesday, 21 February 2024 on the Alaska Marine Highway System. A
round-trip ticket currently costs $100 as of 05 December 2024. Alternatively,
attendees could arrive on Saturday, 17 February 2024 on Alaska Seaplanes Flight 202
and depart on Tuesday, 20 February 2024 on Alaska Seaplanes Flight 201. A round-trip
ticket currently costs $268 as of 05 December 2023. Transportation will be arranged
to and from the airport or ferry terminal for these options. If you would like to arrive
earlier or depart later than the suggested options, you will be responsible for lodging.
If you use the above flights, we will figure it out for you as long as you let us know it is
needed. Please email ak022-acta@akwg.cap.gov with your travel itinerary no later
than 15 January 2024.

Attendees From Ketchikan:
Attendees traveling from Ketchikan may arrive on Friday, 16 February 2024 on Alaska
Flight 69 and depart on Tuesday, 20 February 2024 on Alaska Flight 60. A round trip
ticket currently costs $300 or 10K Alaska Airlines miles as of 05 December 2023.
Transportation will be arranged to and from the airport for those flights. If you would
like to arrive earlier or depart later than the suggested flights, then you will be
responsible for lodging. If you use the above flights, we will figure it out for you as
long as you let us know it is needed. Please email ak022-acta@akwg.cap.gov with your
travel itinerary no later than 15 January 2024.
Attendees From Anchorage:
Attendees traveling from Anchorage may arrive on Saturday, 17 February 2024
on Alaska Flight 62 and Depart on Monday, 19 February 2024 on Alaska Flight 67. A
round-trip ticket currently costs $386 or 17.5K Alaska Airlines miles as of 05
December 2023. You could depart later for cheaper fares if you need to do that let us
know, and we will try to accommodate. Transportation will be arranged to and from
the airport for those flights. If you would like to arrive earlier or depart later than the
suggested flights, then you will be responsible for your lodging. If you use the above
flights, we will figure it out for you as long as you let us know it is needed. Please
email ak022-acta@akwg.cap.gov with your travel itinerary no later than 15 January
2024.

Questions
Specific arrival, departure, and payment details will be distributed to all registered
attendees in January. For questions regarding activity registration, payments,
logistics, etc., please email ak022-acta@akwg.cap.gov or call (907) 623-8231. Please
include your contact information and CAPID.