August 30, 2023
Dear Alumni,
It's been a busy few weeks here at the Academy, with no hope of slowing down till December. Unit 68 finished up their Second Phase training semester, with most of them transitioning right into 3rd Phase training options.
We're running Tech Rescue, Dive, Construction, Cadre, and Missions this last quarter of the year for a Battalion of 28 men in training. Unit 69 is less than two weeks away, with 45 men currently confirmed for beginning the adventure we call Basic Training.
Please be in prayer for all of our students and staff in training. Pray that God's will would be done, that Christ would be magnified, and that He would receive all the glory. | Alumni Highlight
Scott Shetler once again hosted the PNW ALERT Alumni gathering. They had 8 ALERT guys and two families attend this year, and enjoyed great weather, food, fellowship, corn hole, and a short hike. | | Paul Matthewson - Unit 14, Stephen Falkenstine - Unit 27, Scott Shetler & family - Unit 28, Hans Heiberg - Unit 32, Micah Horneman - Unit 33, Andrew Klempel & family - Unit 37, Joe Oehlschlaeger - Unit 44, and Willis Anderson - Unit 67 | We have a few volunteer opportunities to make you aware of this fall.
Unit 69 In-Processing Leadership Before the new Unit enters Basic Training on R-Night (September 11th), we put them through four days of In-Processing in order to set them up for success and make sure they get the most out of their training here. If you're interested in being part of the small leadership team that takes care of these men before they enter Basic, or for any future units, please get in touch with Lt. Samuel Winkler at swinkler@alertacademy.com for more information.
Father Son Camp East Over the years we have supported and recruited new ALERT men from a small father and son camp run by Jim Butler in the hills of PA. If you are interested in helping out, or even just attending with your sons, you can contact Col. Marv Behr at mbehr@alertacademy.com or his cell phone 903-714-3481. You can find more details on the camp on their website: http://www.fathersoncampeast.org/
Family Camp Family Camp takes place October 7–13 this year. The ALERT Sergeants Club is hosting an ALERT Alumni fellowship on Wednesday, October 11, and we'd love to have you join us! The alumni event is open to all alumni and their families. The Operations department is looking for volunteers before, during, and after the event. If you'd be interested in supporting Family Camp as a volunteer, or would like to join us for Family Camp as a guest, contact Cherith Hendrich at 903-636-9201, or email chendrich@alertacademy.com.
ALERT 30 Year Reunion Next February we are celebrating ALERT's 30th anniversary with an expanded alumni reunion. The reunion will take place February 8-11, 2024 here on campus in Big Sandy. If you are interested in coming early and helping with setup and preparations for the reunion, please contact Lt. Winkler at swinkler@alertacademy.com. We hope to see you all there!
As always, if you are in the area please stop in and say hello.
Forge on! | | Colonel Jesse Boulden | Unit 40 ALERT Commanding Officer | Job Opportunities The city of Big Spring, TX Fire Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Certified Firefighter/EMT. The application deadline is 5 p.m. on September 6, 2023, and testing takes place September 8, 2023. For more details, or to apply, please visit www.mybigspring.com. The Smallwoods family of brands in Gilmer, TX is seeking a talented photographer with a flair for creativity to join our dynamic team. Working alongside our other creative departments including our design team, your eye for detail and ability to capture the essence of our products will help us offer families timeless décor that makes a house a home. In a collaborative environment, you'll play a key role in bringing our unique vision to life, adding your personal touch to the memories we help create. For more information, please visit the job posting at this link.
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