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Firefighters show & tell work to visiting youth
April 9, 14 Wing Greenwood’s Fire and Emergency Services hosted a visit from 1st Kingston Beavers. From the fire truck exhaust removal hoses to the firefighter’s favourite chair, and, most importantly, the alarm room’s big red button, the Beavers were eager to learn all they could during their field trip. In every corner of the… Read more
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GMAM’s Flight Education Program expands its reach
Did you know 14 Wing Greenwood started as a British Commonwealth Air Training Plan School in 1942, where Second World War crews received mission training aboard the Hudson and Mosquito aircraft? Many Annapolis Valley Grade 6 students and teachers have learned that since 2002, through a Flight Education Program visit, hosted by a group of… Read more
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Lake Pleasant set for Season’24 camping
14 Wing Greenwood’s Lake Pleasant Campground, 240 Air Force Road, Springfield; is a favourite destination for military families, and the general public. It’s the place to be to disconnect from the everyday and enjoy the outdoors with family and friends. Camping is making memories that will last a lifetime. The campground’s Personnel Support Program staff… Read more
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Happy birthday, RCAF!
304-plus years of service in museum volunteers gathered for impromptu party With sparkling apple juice, the Royal Canadian Air Force March Past on a tablet and a specially decorated cake, volunteers at the Greenwood Military Aviation Museum turned their weekly work-session coffee break into an opportunity to mark the 100th anniversary of the RCAF. April… Read more
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Birthday milestone opportunity to return to 405 Squadron
Master Warrant Officer (retired) Herb Townsend returned to 14 Wing Greenwood March 21, marking another birthday milestone with a visit to his former 405 Squadron. Townsend, arriving at the base as part of his 90th birthday celebrations, was toured by 405 Squadron members through squadron space and aboard the CP140 Aurora inside the hangar, then… Read more
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April walk marks Month of the Military Child
April is the Month of the Military Child, and 14 Wing Greenwood Defence Team members, their families and the community are invited to join in. April 20, join the Greenwood Military Family Resource Centre and the Personnel Support Program’s Community Recreation for an awareness walk (10 a.m. to noon) through the Residential Housing Units’ neighbourhood.… Read more
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‘Puck luck’ doesn’t go Greenwood’s way
CAF bronze for old timers in repeat nationals appearance Gold was the colour the 14 Wing Greenwood men’s old timers hockey team was looking for at the 2024 Canadian Armed Forces nationals March 23 to 28, repeating their 2023 championship. “Five games, we just didn’t get the puck luck,” says team captain Warrant Officer Jeff… Read more
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GMAM Lancaster cockpit restoration benefits from helping hands
Last year, 2023, the Greenwood Military Aviation Museum’s airpark Lancaster Restoration Project saw Dave Saulnier and Andre Jean complete a Fraser-Nash FN20 rear turret from authentic blueprints and drawings using a variety of materials, including 3D printed plastic parts. Installation of the turret on the aircraft was accomplished in September, with fairings still being made… Read more
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Ready to camp? Lake Pleasant season ready for you!
Lake Pleasant Campground is an outdoor-fun and getaway facility owned by 14 Wing Greenwood, situated in beautiful Springfield. The campground is operated by Greenwood’s Personnel Support Programs (PSP) and provides a peaceful and rustic retreat for Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Regular, Reserve and retired members, Department of National Defence/ Non Public Funds/ RCMP personnel, and… Read more
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Skaters putting in work – fun – in 50th club season
This season, the Greenwood Skating Club (GSC) celebrates 50 years as a Skate Canada-sanctioned club, as well as a 14 Wing Greenwood recreation club. What an accomplishment! Dedicated volunteers and coaches over the years have come together to teach both children and adults foundational skating skills. In the past 27 years, since registration has been… Read more
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