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We included this list for our families attending the famed “21-Day Celebration”…it was a big hit and applies to every
21-Day and 28-Day Celebration. We compiled this list from years of experience attending this function.
1. If at all possible, it is better to arrive the night before, get a good night’s rest and be refreshed for the full day of
events and time spent with your cadet
2. Wear comfortable shoes and clothes that you aren’t afraid to get a “muddy hug” in
3. Be sure camera and phone batteries are charged as it is difficult to find a place to charge, and you don’t want to
miss any good photo opportunities having to change batteries
4. Use the restroom before you cross the street to the challenge course. You won’t want to leave and miss anything,
and although there are bathrooms available, you have to walk a little distance to get to them.
5. Utilize a fanny pack, small backpack or the like to carry a couple of water bottles, your camera, chap stick, etc
6. You might want a small umbrella, depending on your tolerance for the sun and heat
7. Remember that although it is a fun day, full of excitement, your cadet will not be able fully “socialize” with you until
they are turned lose for off post liberty.
8. Take advantage of the opportunity to meet your cadet’s new RAT Buddies, find out a little about them, exchange
phone numbers, and parent’s contact information – you will really enjoy the networking and sharing that brings.
9. Take a RAT who has no family there with them along with you when you go off post, if you can – he will appreciate
it and it might be another family offering that kindness to your cadet in the future if you cannot make it to an event
or ceremony.
10. Plan on attending the ceremony in Hagerman Barracks (“The Box”) – their first time in Class A’s! Get plenty of
pictures! You will cherish them always!
11. Try to arrive by 6:50 am, so you can start with your cadet at Stapp Field on the West side of Main Street. If you are
not there by that time, try to park behind Hastings Field, nearest the Challenge Course on the East side of Main
Street. The cadets actually start on both sides of the road, but the absolute must see part of the Challenge Course.
12. Your troop can be located by their “guidon”. Everywhere they go, they go as a troop and the guidon on will typically
be leading the way. You are welcome to ask anyone for directions. We all know how badly you want to see your
cadet and need to know where your cadet’s troop is located. They should be eager to guide you in the right
direction.
From Cheryl:
The challenge course the cadets are going to be faced with is amazing! I encourage all of you to try and attend. Oh, and it
is ok to talk to your cadet, you can even hug them if you want. But remember, they are working as a unit and must stay
together as a troop, so be brief with your hellos as you can catch up later when the cadets get general permit. Keep in
mind they will not be allowed to spend the night with you.