COMBINED CADET FORCE
helicopter, which was great — the remaining sections followed in army transport. As usual, mere were many exciting activities, ranging from target shooting to instruction on the use of anti-tank weapons — many thanks to the Green Howards for yet another interesting training day. The shooting team has again been active this year; special mention must go to Colts Canter — a march and shoot competition. A combined team from the Army and R.A.F. Sections marched the five mile course (or was it fifteen miles?!) with determination; after all, our performance in the command tasks beforehand could have been classed as 'comedy' had they been captured on film, with various acrobatic skills being demonstrated! So, with gritted teeth, blisters were ignored, and we marched our way into second place. The shooting score secured our position — well done to the team! Everyone is now looking forward to camp at Leek which promises a rigorous timetable, where the cadets will have many opportunities to show off their knowledge and, of course, to have a fantastic time! C.S.M. A. Brooks, C/Sgt. S. Richards and Sgt. N. Winram are to leave the C.C.F. after camp; good luck to them for the 'A'-Level exam results and in the future. I am sure that everyone would like to thank Captain H. A. Tooms and the C O . , Major Jelbert, for their unflagging enthusiasm throughout the year; many thanks — and keep it up! C/Sgt. S. Richards
ARMY SECTION The annual Summer Camp at Wathgill was extremely successful. Enthusiasm for the various activities, including section attacks, shooting and canoeing did not subside, even when the rain persisted. Soggy clothes and mudstreaked faces were permanently accompanied by smiles and the desire to set and achieve high standards. In September the NCO's were given the task of training sixty new cadets. It was noticed how many girls had volunteered for the C.C.F., showing an increase for the third consecutive year — a good effort! The competence of the NCO's soon became apparent as all of the cadets passed their weapons handling test; thanks must go to the Cadet Training Team for their guidance during mis period of training, and indeed, for their efforts throughout the year — thank you. During the Winter Term the cadets worked hard to prepare for the bi-annual inspection. Their eagerness to learn meant that the theories of patrolling, camp craft, ambushes and section attacks were quickly covered. The cadets were taken to Strensall training area to practise their new skills. The reward for this training came in the form of numerous compliments from Brigadier C. J. MarchantSmith on the day of the inspection, which was an unqualified success. Once again, the Green Howards treated us to an excellent field day. Six cadets flew to Catterick in a 22
