The second SARA Training/Battle Weekend 25/26/27th Sept 2009

[mick.wilson]

We are looking for more German groups to attend this small event, if any of you boys are interested?
Up to you how you use the weekend, training, drill or battles.

This is the second 'SARA' training/battle weekend, 65 acres of private land
close to the M3 junction 5 (Odiham area). There are 3 large fields
all with good cover, hedgerow, ditches and drivable tracks running all over
the place (with lots of mud to get stuck in), there are also some wooded areas.
We will put the cinema on in the evenings, there is a large barn if the weather gets bad.

Weapons hire is available by booking with John Oxlade but only if booked in advance, people will have to contact him first with what thay want so he can bring them with him.

Cost is £5 per head (to pay for the porterloos), bring your own food and beer but the Clubmobile will be there for tea and coffee's.

PM or email me if your interested.


Field 1




Field 2


Wooded areas around the fields


Truck camping area


Wet weather area


The play area within the red line



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514th photos form last year (that was fun) http://514th.co.uk/english/site.php?use ... Album_ID=2

[mick.wilson]

The German field kitchen has said they will be cooking up if anybody gets hungry.
Thanks guys

[Matelot]

Mick, have spoken to Dave A. and confirmed that some from FJ39-45 will be attending.

See you there

Manny

[mick.wilson]

Be good to see you mate

[mick.wilson]

Message from the Allied Commanding Officer "Capt Dave Allaway 101st Screaming Eagles"

Time for an update on the training weekend.

Sorry to say that the site fee has to increase to £7.00 per head, the portaloo's themselves will take most of that.

Better news is the possible appearance of German armour, that with the pyro we have russled up will definatly make at least one of the "battles" exciting.

A couple of items, we will be camping in the field we used last year, the ARC mobile and Saturday picture show will also be there. The small woods where the ARC was last year will be a strong hold, this will have to be captured/defended in some of the scenarios.
There will be fewer wooden bunkers this year, they all wernt used last year. We will put two or three together as a complex, that should make taking them out more interesting.

John Oxlade has some Axis weapons left for hire, he would appreciate it if you could contact him ASAP to arrange a weapon. hireandfire@hotmail.co.uk .

On your arrival, you will be greated by US MP's, Axis ones if any volenteers, you need to sign a disclaimer and pay your site fee then, please have the correct money with you. Weapons should be available on arrival.

Things are moving along nicely, we are having a recce run tommorow, 16th, and we will decide where everything will go.

We have obtained the pallets needed to make the bunkers and to be used as firewood.

John Oxlade is taking weapons orders until tommorow night, 16th, so get in there quick.

More intel as it comes.

Dave Allaway.

[carentan]

We will have about 10 members attending, see you there.

[Gren Broich]

I shall be there with the SBG.

[mick.wilson]

Thanks for coming guys, it was a great weekend.
Incoming onions on the German/American Halftrack was excellent, you guys must bring a swastika flag for next year
Hope to see you there next year, will try and get the dates out earlier next time.
Look out for photos on Nick Halling's web site soon

Mick

[Gren Broich]

much enjoyed the weekend hope to be there next year.

[carentan]

A very productive weekend with a good atmosphere, thanks to Screaming Eagles for you hospitality.

All from FJR6

[mick.wilson]

Nick Halling has put his photos up from the SARA weekend www.nickhalling.co.uk
Take a look and keep 23/24/25/26th September free next year.

[mick.wilson]

This is all on again guys if anybody want to come along?
Training/Battle Weekend 24/25/26th September, 65 acres of private land
close to the M3 junction 5 (Odiham area). There are 3 large fields
all with good cover, hedgerow, ditches and drivable tracks running all over
the place (with lots of mud to get stuck in), there are also some wooded areas.




The play area within the red line


http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?f=q&hl=en ... iwloc=addr

[mick.wilson]

Latest info from the Screaming Eagles.

Hi all,
Below are my orders to my group.
They contain the info you need to get to the event etc.
Any further info please PM me asap.
Many thanks and see you there.
Dave.


General orders for 25th 26th September 2010.

Operation: Pet Crem 2.

All personnel, 101 AB 506 PIR, HQ MP. OC Captain Allaway D.

All,
This training weekend is a two-day event comprising of field craft training and battle scenario’s on the Sunday. It will be a weekend working with your squad leaders recognising the chain of command this group has developed over the last few years.

The order of operation will be decided on the day according to numbers that arrive. There will be other units on site including Axis groups, we will be on our best behaviour, people will be scrutinising us.

Weapons:
John Oxlade is supplying weapons, if you have ordered a weapon then you need to arrive with 1x photo ID, 1x utility bill and group membership card. If you haven’t ordered a weapon then bring your de-act or live/blank firer, don’t forget your paperwork. Fill your ammo pouches as you would when in battle. If you need to order a weapon the contact John now.

Location:
The event is located in Winchfield on the Odiham to Hartley Wintney road (B3016).
Winchfield Court Farm,
Odiham Road,
Winchfield,
(Near Odiham),
Hook,
Hampshire,
RG27 8BU.
The postcode will get you to the road, the entrance to the Farm is approximately half way between Odiham and Hartley Wintney, this will be marked by a yellow Screaming Eagle flag, follow the white circles with black arrows. DO NOT use the farmhouse or farm entrances, which are marked with white and silver poles and no entry signs.

Uniform and kit: (Screaming Eagles only).
M42 uniform, full combat webbing and weapon. Light rations to be carried with you, breakfast and evening meal will be supplied provided you book with Chris Payne in advance on ***** ******, ***** ******.
You will be able to go to your car in the evening ONLY.
If you have any smoke or pyro and you would like to use it, please bring it.
The night will be cold, make sure you bring appropriate warm bedding, modern sleeping equipment is acceptable.

Timings:
You need to be on site, your tent erected, weapon collected and your kit sorted by 09:30 sharp. The group will hold roll call and first briefing then, DO NOT BE LATE.
All persons safety briefing at 10:00.
Lunch stop will be called at a convenient time if appropriate.
End exercise on Saturday will be between 16:00 and 17:00, Sunday is 13:00 with the option of carrying on till 15:00.

Military vehicles:
All military vehicles are welcome. These will be needed for training exercises, a field will be allocated for driving, this is subject to weather and ground conditions.

Military police:
Military police are required for vehicle movement and on site policing duties, Contact cpl Mark Richards if you wish to do MP duty *** ** ****/***** ******.

Various:
You can arrive as early as 10:00 Friday. Help with setting up will be appreciated, tents need to be put up and trenches dug etc.
Saturday evening will comprise of a film show by the Red Ball Express. If weather permitting we will have a late night patrol.
Bring your own evening beverages. Remember best behaviour is paramount.
On no account will there be any weapons discharged or bangers or the like set off after end ex, if so, those accountable will be told to leave the site.
Any queries or comments, contact Captain Dave Allaway
Additional:
Site fees are £10.00 per day, this event is costing us more to run each year, same old story I know, we will be lucky to cover our costs, last year we ran it at a loss.
So its £20.00 for the weekend.
I'm always open to suggestions and constructive critism, I'll be glad to discuss any points you may have during or after the weekend, the aim is to have a relaxed and enjoyable weekend whilst shooting the crap out of each other.
Many thanks and see you there.
Dave.