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  1. Class-Senior

    Word association (just for fun)

    Dog
  2. Class-Senior

    Waking up at 5:00 A.M. in BMQ.

    wow, I remember worrying about the little things like this. bring an alarm clock. take care of yourself then, look after the others.
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    Canadian Army Belt Buckle

    I would buy one if your manufacturing ..... I like it !
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    Pilot error on Sunwing flight caused CF-18 fighter jets to scramble

    Typical CTV or CBC left leaning article. I am amazed that they didnt give a carbon count on the fuel burned by the jets also.
  5. Class-Senior

    Officer career at 35

    I am a reservist Sig Officer  who is half way through CAP at the young age of 47. My career objectives are probably not the same as yours but, I would say you are not to old. - Physically, trust me, if i can do it, most others can,, just got to be determined - Pension, you will be retired by...
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    Am I too old, fat, or fit in? 2001 to 2016

    I finished BMQ and BMOQ (reservists do them as two courses) at 45 I did half my phase 2 training at Gagetown at 46 On BMQ, there was another guy who was 49 (an ex reg forces guy who came back as a reservist). We fit in fine. There was the odd joke but, I usually felt like part of the crowd...
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    Am I too old, fat, or fit in? 2001 to 2016

    I am also a Federal Government worker during the day and have been a Reserve Officer for about a year now. I can confirm the following: - the only course run on weekends is BMQ (first part of BMOQ for you). the rest you will be taking time off to attend. The next courses (you indicated Land...
  8. Class-Senior

    Joined the reserves! And now the tough part!

    Sounds to me like you are doing well for the physical, you wont find that aspect of Basic very difficult. I am only one year younger than you and I just finished Basic (BMOQ Mod 1). The challenge is not only physical. Keep a sense of humor and try your best.
  9. Class-Senior

    old man joining up

    You are in for an adventure my YOUNG friend. I am 46 years old and I just graduated from BMQ (Basic Training). Dont take anything personally and you will do fine,, everyone messes up.. Learn to run 5 KMs at 4:30 am, carry heavy loads (Rucks), stay awake in class after pulling "Fire Picket" (NO...
  10. Class-Senior

    RESERVE BMOQ SPRING 2011

    Any idea when the dates will be released ?
  11. Class-Senior

    RESERVE BMOQ SPRING 2011

    Sorry if this appears to be hijacking the discussion but, does everyone drive to their courses? Does anyone take the train, fly ?
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    RESERVE BMOQ SPRING 2011

    I also would like any info I can get regarding the last two weeks of BMOQ. All I have been told is "you will be told when you need to know" but my civilian employer isn't as understanding as I should be and my wife even less so.
  13. Class-Senior

    BMOQ Sept 2010

    The Canadian Forces latest and oldest "Officer Cadet" here. Did my enrollment tonight (thank you very much). Very proud and looking forward to (reserve) BMOQ starting this month in Ottawa. Cheers, Class-Senior.
  14. Class-Senior

    BMOQ Sept 2010

    Anyone else doing weekend BMQ (BMOQ part 1) in Ottawa this Sept?
  15. Class-Senior

    BMOQ Sept 2010

    What is the "School of Cool" and "BMOQ-L" ? I think my training is - BMQ - BMOQ - CAP - Trades training ?
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    BMOQ Sept 2010

    I am presently scheduled for weekend BMQ in September (I think BMOQ is after that). My BMQ is in Ottawa.
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    July 2010 BMQ

    Not scheduled for July but, I might get the opportunity, I applied to the reserves last July 2009. Presently scheduled for reserve weekend BMoQ in September 2010. I applied for a Signals Officer DEO position. It has been a long wait but, I continue to be very excited about this opportunity. The...
  18. Class-Senior

    Question about age & joining

    This is my first post. Just wanted to add, I am turning 45 in two weeks. I applied, approx four months ago, for the Army Reserves. I have finished:   application   aptitude test   part of medical (my gp needed for more next week)   Interview   references I am hoping to make BMQ some time...
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