The Effingham County Civil Air Patrol Cadet Squadron will have an open house Aug. 13 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at 226 Goshen Rd. Refreshments will be served.

The Civil Air Patrol was formed in 1941.  On May 26, 1948, it was established as the official auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force.  The Civil Air Patrol has three primary missions — emergency services, cadet programs and aerospace education. 

There are many roles for CAP volunteers. In addition to supporting homeland security, CAP members conduct search and rescue, counterdrug reconnaissance and disaster relief missions. 

Many of the more than 34,000 senior members (adults) also nurture the leadership skills of more than 26,000 youth enrolled in cadet programs.

But CAP is not just for pilots and youth. Adult volunteers are also needed in the areas of administration, aerospace education, communications, emergency services, finance, flight operations, health, information technology, logistics, moral leadership, operations, personnel, professional development, public affairs, recruiting and retention, and safety.  Many units also have chaplains and historians. Individuals with skills in any of these areas are needed. Training is available in all of these areas. 

Many of the more than 34,000 senior members (adults) also nurture the leadership skills of more than 26,000 youth enrolled in cadet programs.

No prior military experience is required, but former members of any branch of the armed services are especially welcome.  To learn more about the Civil Air Patrol and its Georgia Wing, go to www.gocivilairpatrol.com, www.gawg.cap.gov or www.ga453.org

If you are between the ages of 12 and 21, have an interest in flying, airplanes, space, and learning about the military, helping your community, or doing things that other teens only dream about, bring your parents and come to the open house.

For more information, contact Capt. Richard Bush, squadron commander, at (912) 429-8050, email 102chief@gmail.com or come to the open house.