2007 Update

Well, firstly I must apologise for not having made a posting for some time. Things have been pretty hectic, both at work and cadets so something had to give. Anyway I'm back now and I'll try to give you a quick resume of what has been happening for the last couple of months.

The cadets have been working on Police Service for their Duke of Edinburgh Award which so far they have really enjoyed. Last week they had a tour of Thurso Police Station which was very interesting. They were all really keen to have their fingerprints done so I guess that means they have no little secrets I should know about. They asked loads of questions at the end which was really great and showed their enthusiasm for what the officer has been doing with them.

We had Ali Murray in speaking to them a few weeks ago about the ICT Youth Challenge and it looks like we will be entering a couple of teams. They have come up with some good ideas and are pretty enthusiastic about it. We need to find time over the next week to finalise their ideas and get their entries in.

We also had a visit from the local Coast Guards who spent some time explaining what the Coast Guards are all about and took in some of their kit for the cadets to have a look at. Luke got fitted into a climbing jacket and Jason got tied up in a stretcher ... I am sure you can imagine some of the comments but all good for a laugh.

This week saw the local TA coming in to speak to the cadets about their experiences while serving in Iraq. This was an excellent visit and really made everyone thing about what is happening out their and the bravery of our local TA team. Unfortunately, I missed this one as I have been at home with a chesty bug all week. I'm really frustrated about that as I really wanted to be at that one.

Christmas Dinner next week before we break up for the holidays and a well earned rest!!!