The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders

[Army_kid]

sorry for this kinda offbace question but im currently an army cadet in the Argyll & Sutherland Highlander of Canada, would it be alot easyer to get into the reserves once i finish my cadets?? or leve cadets when im the required age for reserves? ???

 

[humint]

Leave the cadets when it no longer offers you what you want. As you know, the Army Reserves is not CIC, it's a whole different world. It may be best to come in and speak to one of us about training, skills, expectations, career opportunities, etc.

But, the sooner you get into the Reserves, the sooner you move up in rank. My suggestion is for you to get all the phase training done before you attend college/university, that way you are well on your way to becoming a senior NCO or Officer.

If you're are 16+, on paper you are good-to-go for the reserves.

You should come in for a Wed night info session at 1930 Hrs. Since it's summer stand-down, and I'm away until Stalwart Guardian, you may want to go into the unit during the day and talk to the recruiting NCO. He'll be more than happy to talk to you about the regiment.

Or, call 905-541-ARMY and schedule yourself an appointment.

 

[Army_kid]

okay should i whait until im 16 before i come? or should i make an appointment someday? and will i need a parent or gaurdian to come with me if its before im 16 or when i am?

 

[humint]

If you are looking to get into the Army Reserve, my advice is to apply now and get on the Sept-Oct start BMQ.

The Argylls are the lead unit for the course, and it will be offered every second weekend from Oct through approx March (note: there is NO training in Dec).

There is a lot of interest in this course, and it seems that the course will expand to accommodate the number of applicants.

For more info on joining, please check-out the Argyll website at www.sentex.net/argylls or call 905-541-ARMY.

I will personally see to it that all is done to process your application in time -- but you need to come into the unit to get the whole ball rolling. Now's the time, don't wait or delay.

There's only one Argylls! Don't miss out on joining the hardest working unit in 31 Bde!

 

[IWannaBePPCLI]

If anyone here is from Hamilton Ontario and is getting ready to apply for recruitment or is geting ready to go .. let me know because i have some questions and stuff.

please and thanks in advance.

 

[jonsey]

I'm working on it. I'm not quite at the physical level I'd like to be at, and I'm trying to find enough references.

What questions do you have?

 

[IWannaBePPCLI]

My questions are as such...

1. Would you like to train with me to acquire a more team-like attribute to training?

2.  Would you be willing to aid me with finding references and getting acquainted with the rules+regs of getting into the military?

3.  Have you been to the Hamilton Recruiting centre yet?  If yes, Can you help me get in contact with it because I would like to ask them some questions but I never find any trace of contactablility.


If you answer yes to training with me then GREAT!!! but if not then thats OK.... but i just want to get used to being with other people training and such.

and for #2 I would help you find references if it were possible... and if it is tell me and i'll try and help... I don't like to see a good soldier otential go to waste. do you?

 

[jonsey]

1. Where abouts do you live?  I'm in the Gage Park area.


2. As far as references, get ahold of teachers, neighbours, coaches/sensei's employers and friends of the family.  I'm going to use my karate sensei, my doctor, possibly my sister's best friend, and possibly my high school music teacher.


3. Any time I need to talk to them, I just head down (I'm not big on talking on the phone), and on average, I can speak with someone one-on-one within a minute.  They're in the new Government building across Bay St. from Copps Collusseum, on the second floor. Just head up the escilator, and that'll take you right to the doors.

 

[IWannaBePPCLI]

I am mountain by Uper James BUT i have famly down by gage parlk and all over east hamilton.. so IF you wanna train with me please say yes and I will come to YOU!1.. I dont care where we go.. i have a field i run in that when doing one lap it is exaclty 300 metres
i like it but anywhere will do!!

 

[Garbageman]

Not sure what units you guys are looking for in Hamilton, but you might find this thread of interest on the fall BMQ for the area:

http://army.ca/forums/threads/18258.0.html

One of the recruiters from the Argyll & Sutherland Highlanders frequents this site:

http://army.ca/forums/members/957

Good luck

 

[IWannaBePPCLI]

Garbageman.. I was told that the only place for REG force BMQ is in St. Jean... was i told wrong?? I hope so because I am looking for Reg Force BMQ as close as possible.

 

[jonsey]

Yeah, Reg Force is in St. Jean. How old are you?

 

[IWannaBePPCLI]

i am 15.. i am waiting but training nonetheless... i was told i have to be 17.. and i was also told i needa be 16... i am confused.... so u up for it?

 

[humint]

OK, here's the help you need.

First off, call the Argyll Recruiting Team at 905-541-ARMY and ask any questions, or schedule an appointment to come into the unit and we will PERSONALLY help you out.

Or, come into the Armoury at 200 JAMES ST NORTH on Wed night, between 7.30 and 8.30 PM. I will personally give you a hand working through the wilderness of recruiting. Make sure you come to the Argyll Recruiting Office!

Also, check out www.sentex.net/argylls -- this is your one-stop shopping for recruitment in Hamilton area. The website is being updated, and should have all new info my Monday, 06 Sept.

As for age, all you need to be is 16 for the Army Reserve. That's it, just 16 with parental permission!

 

[humint]

The Argylls are involved in two recruiting events:

06 Sept HAMILTON TI-CATS RECRUITING EVENT

1. 06 Sept 2004, from 1400 Hrs onwards, we will be located outside of Ivor Wynne Stadium and will be doing an attraction event at the Ti-Cats game. Other units will be there, as well as a gun-run competition between the Argylls, the RHLI, and the Lincs and Wincs. There will also be a fly-past by the street-machine CF18 and a jump by the Skyhawks.

The Argylls will be outside of the stadium, so you don't need a ticket to the game to check us out!

18 Sept TRAINING TOUR

2. The Argylls will be holding a exercise at the Dundas Valley Conservation Area on 17-19 Sept. The Argyll Recruiting Team will be on-hand to take civilians and persons interested in joining on a personalized tour of the training area. Tours will be offered from 1000-1600 Hrs, Sat, 18 Sept. Meet us at the main entrance/parking lot. Remember to wear comfortable clothing, geared for the weather, as well as hiking boots or running shoes, as we will be walking through the conservation area on the tour.

THIS IS an excellent opportunity to see the type of training the Army Reserve does, and to ask any questions you may have regarding recruitment. 

FOR MORE INFO, see www.sentex.net/argylls or call 905-541-ARMY

 

[IWannaBePPCLI]

thanks... I will either be Argyll or Hamilton Light Infantry... because that is what i want to be.. but u make a good offer so i wil check into it...

 

[humint]

Info for the Mil EX and recruiting tours, Dundas Valley, 18 SEPT.

Please dress according to the weather, and make sure you have good walking or hiking shoes, as we'll be travelling on the trails and through some bush to view the training area. We'll be showing you a real-deal on field conditions and the things we do on Exs. This will be an excellent opportunity to see what it is like in the Army Reserve.

Please note that this romp through the bush will not be exhaustive, but it is always a good idea to wear breathable clothing and to bring water.

If you are not up to travelling in the bush, there will be a recruiting stand at the Dundas Valley Trail Centre. All the info you need on the Army Reserve and joining the Argylls will be located there, and we will have troops on hand to answer your questions.

For more info on this event, please call ARGYLL RECRUITING @ 905.541.ARMY  

 

[humint]

Office hours for the remainder of Sept 2004 are as follows:

Recruiting Officer
Tues, 9.30 AM to 4.30 PM
Wed, 1.00 PM to 9 PM

Recruiting NCO
Mon-Fri, 9 AM to 4 PM

Best to call ahead and schedule an appointment >> 905.541.ARMY

Location for the Argylls

200 James Street North
Hamilton

Two blocks from James and Cannon Sts, next to Mulberry Street

1. Park on the street
2. Walk into the vehicle compound
3. Once in the compound, turn to your right
4. Enter the door in the corner (marked # 4)
5. Follow the Argyll Recruiting Office signs

 

[humint]

www.sentex.net/argylls

OK, here's the new 3.0 version of the 100% unofficial Argyll website. Yes, it is hopelessly Argyll, so don't bother emailing me about how much it's lacking in extra-Argyll perspective.

There's loads of info on joining, and I'm really hoping that this will help out some of the new people looking to join, regardless of your interest in the Argylls or any other unit.

Feel free to call us at 905.541.ARMY for more info.

www.sentex.net/argylls

 

[gk404]

Wow! That has got to be one of the best websites (dedicated to a Canadian Regiment) that I have seen.

Well done.