Starting with our 6 May 2021 meeting, cadet meetings will be moving to Thursday evenings. See our meetings page for more details.
Author Archives: Maj. Rangi Keen
Gregory Williams Remembered
Former Lebanon squadron cadet Greg Williams passed away on 21 June 2019. Williams was a member of the squadron from 2005 to 2010. He achieved his Mitchell award and held the squadron’s cadet commander position for 14 months.
Williams was active in the squadron participating in many search and rescue exercises, flying both powered aircraft and gliders, and earning his blue beret working at the Oshkosh airshow.
There will be a celebration of his life on Saturday, 10 August at 1400 in the Draper Room of the Center at Eastman, 6 Clubhouse Lane, Grantham. The Sunday’s Valley News published his obituary.
Prouty Support 2019
As in previous years, the Lebanon squadron will be supporting the Prouty this year on Saturday, 13 July.
If you have signed up to help out with the Prouty, please arrive at the Richmond Middle School at 0600. Check in at the volunteer tent and pick up a volunteer shirt.
Saturday
Meet at the following locations by 0600:
- Recovery vehicle drivers: Dartmouth Printing
- All others: Richmond Middle School
Gear
- Rain gear (the event runs rain or shine)
- Cell phone if you have one you can use for the day
- Please send your number to Maj. Rangi Keen before the event
- We can provide a cell phone and/or radio as needed
- Drivers (nice to have, but not required)
- Push broom in case you need to clear gravel or broken glass from the road
Dress
BDUs or other CAP utility uniform.
Food
- Breakfast and lunch will be provided by the Prouty at the main venue
- If you are driving, you can get food at the rest stops (although you may want to bring your own as this is basic fare)
- Bring your own water and snacks
- You can fill up a the rest stops as needed, but it’s always good to have your own
Parking
Volunteer parking at the Richmond Middle School is at the Dartmouth Printing parking lot north of the middle school. If you need to drop off lots of gear, enter via Desden Road to the drop-off area south of the school. Once done unloading, move your vehicle to the Dartmouth Printing lot.
Event Information
- Support vehicle operational information (from 2018) >
- More information on the event is on the Prouty web site.
Thank you for your help this year.
Drill in the Sunset
Prouty Support 2018
As in previous years, the Lebanon squadron will be supporting the Prouty this year on Saturday, 14 July.
If you have signed up to help out with the Prouty, please arrive at the Richmond Middle School at 0600. Check in at the volunteer tent and pick up a volunteer shirt.
Saturday
Meet at the following locations by 0600:
- Recovery vehicle drivers: Garipay Field
- All others: Richmond Middle School
Gear
- Rain gear (the event runs rain or shine)
- Cell phone if you have one you can use for the day
- Please send your number to Maj. Rangi Keen before the event
- We can provide a cell phone and/or radio as needed
- Drivers (nice to have, but not required)
- Push broom in case you need to clear gravel or broken glass from the road
Dress
BDUs (preferred) or other CAP uniform. Cadets please wear your PT shirt. Seniors please wear your Prouty volunteer shirt.
Food
- Breakfast and lunch will be provided by the Prouty at the main venue
- If you are driving, you can get food at the rest stops (although you may want to bring your own as this is basic fare)
- Bring your own water and snacks
- You can fill up a the rest stops as needed, but it’s always good to have your own
Parking
Volunteer parking at the Richmond Middle School is at the Dartmouth Printing parking lot north of the middle school. If you need to drop off lots of gear, enter via Desden Road to the drop-off area south of the school. Once done unloaded, move your vehicle to the Dartmouth Printing lot.
Event Information
- Support vehicle operational information >
- More information on the event is on the Prouty web site.
Thank you for your help this year.
Open House – 30 October 2017
Interested in aviation, youth leadership, or service to your country? Join the Lebanon Composite Squadron for our Open House on Monday, 30 October at 7pm at the Granite Air Center at the Lebanon Airport (by the tower).
If you’re 12 to 70+ and looking for a challenge, join us for an informative introduction to the official civilian auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force. Meet our cadets and hear first-hand what it’s like to be a cadet. Learn about the incredible opportunities we have to offer, including leadership development, orientation flying, summer activities, academic scholarships, STEM Education and much more! We’ll explain all the benefits of belonging to one of America’s finest youth programs.
Parents, please join us for this event as well. Air Force Auxiliary adult leaders will be on hand to answer your questions and tell you about opportunities for adults.
Prouty Support 2017
As in previous years, the Lebanon squadron will be supporting the Prouty this year on Saturday, 8 July.
If you have signed up to help out with the Prouty, please arrive at the Richmond Middle School at 0600. Check in at the volunteer tent and pick up a volunteer shirt.
Saturday
Meet at the following locations by 0600:
- Recovery vehicle drivers: Garipay Field
- All others: Richmond Middle School
Gear
- Rain gear (the event runs rain or shine)
- Cell phone if you have one you can use for the day
- Please send your number to Maj. Rangi Keen before the event
- We can provide a cell phone and/or radio as needed
Dress
BDUs (preferred) or other CAP uniform. Cadets please wear your PT shirt. Seniors please wear your Prouty volunteer shirt.
Food
- Breakfast and lunch will be provided by the Prouty at the main venue
- If you are driving, you can get food at the rest stops (although you may want to bring your own as this is basic fare)
- Bring your own water and snacks
- You can fill up a the rest stops as needed, but it’s always good to have your own
Event Information
- Support vehicle operational information >
- More information on the event is on the Prouty web site.
Thank you for your help this year.
Prouty Support 2016
As in previous years, the Lebanon squadron will be supporting the Prouty this year on Saturday, 9 July.
If you have signed up to help out with the Prouty, please arrive at the Richmond Middle School at 0600. Check in at the volunteer tent.
Saturday
Meet at the following locations by 0600:
- Recovery vehicle drivers: Garipay Field
- All others: Richmond Middle School
Gear
- Reflective vest (we will have extras if you don’t have your own)
- Rain gear (the event runs rain or shine)
- Cell phone if you have one you can use for the day
- Please send your number to Maj. Rangi Keen before the event
- We can provide a cell phone and/or radio as needed
Dress
BDUs or other CAP uniform. Please pick up a volunteer shirt when you arrive and wear that with your BDU pants.
Food
- Breakfast and lunch will be provided by the Prouty at the main venue
- If you are driving, you can get food at the rest stops (although you may want to bring your own as this is basic fare)
- Bring your own water and snacks
- You can fill up a the rest stops as needed, but it’s always good to have your own
Event Information
- Support vehicle operational information >
- More information on the event is on the Prouty web site.
Thank you for your help this year.
Supporting the Prouty
As in previous years, the Lebanon squadron will be supporting the Prouty this year on Saturday, 11 July.
If you have signed up to help out with the Prouty, please arrive at the Richmond Middle School at 6:00 AM. Check in at the volunteer tent and ask for Bill Brown. If you are driving a personal vehicle, please park in one of the volunteer lots. If you cannot arrive until later, please contact Maj. Rangi Keen.
Gear
- Reflective vest
- Rain gear (if necessary)
- Cell phone if you have one you can use for the day
Dress
BDUs or other CAP uniform. Please pick up a volunteer shirt when you arrive and wear that with your BDU pants.
Food
- Breakfast and lunch will also be provided by the Prouty
- Bring your own water and snacks
Event Information
- More information on the event is on the Prouty web site.
Thank you for your help this year.
Sambold Scholarship
Applications for the annual Col Albert J. And Margie L. Sambold Memorial Solo Scholarship are now being accepted. See the NH Wing Cadet Programs site for more details. Note that although the date on that page is 2013, the details are unchanged for 2015.