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Australian Air Force Cadets

Last week the cadets of 414 squadron had their final Bivouac of the year at Gillwell Scout Camp. The camp was jam packed full of fun activities, such as a Trivia Night, Rogaining, camping in Hutchies, Tree Climbing, and our annual 'Dining in Night' and Banter. These activities strengthened the family bond that 414 squadron cadets share, and vastly improved the morale and leadership experience of all cadets. 

As well as completing all Basic stage, all first year cadets were promoted to the rank of Leading Cadet. As a collective we are so proud to elevate the significance of the enthusiastic participation of all cadets who have made the 20th year of our squadron one of the most memorable and fun so far!

-CCPL Cleeland

Summer Biv, in retrospect was made what it was by experiences, opportunities and the many renditions of Feliz Navidad that occurred. It is incontrovertible that every individual that participated had the time of their life, and will always have a space in their heart for this unforgettable experience. For me the most enjoyable experience was tree tops, where everyone had the opportunity to push themselves in a situation that earlier in life would have been unfathomable. I mean who would have thought as a 5 year old that they would fly between, walk through and conquer obstacles in the tree tops. No one. This camp is one of those experiences that every second is unimaginable. I am so glad to have been a part of this camp.

-LCDT Chumbley-Contin

Summer Biv was an amazing experience with many different opportunities. One of the highlights was experiencing constructing and sleeping in a hutchie. Another amazing activity we participated in was Tree Tops Adventure climbing which was a new experience for the first years and a fun day for everyone. One of my favourite parts of the camp was the formal dinner where we all ate together in a formal set up and afterwards told cadet stories from the past. Summer biv was a great time for everyone and we all learnt a lot and had fun.

-LCDT Stewart