Planning our trip out to the AFA now; wishing there was more official info regarding activities and events, mandatory/non-mandatory, etc. Does anyone know, are there any "official" events on Friday, 9/3, or does it all start on Saturday? Thank you.
Parent's Weekend 2021 at the Academy
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I know there is no official word yet for this year but here is a previous years' schedule which shows what they have done in the past if that is of any help. https://www.usafa.edu/app/uploads/PW_Printable_Schedule.pdf
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While there is no official word on 2021 PW activities yet, in previous years there was always a parade on Friday morning. Cadets will need to report on Saturday morning for squadron tailgating & must attend the football game. They will be released after the game and must report back to USAFA on Monday evening. Recommend parents plan to arrive on Thursday and leave on Tuesday morning.
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We are flying to see our son on Thursday, and flying back on Tuesday. They'll be posting events here soon!
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You may want to review previous posts on PW as there's lots of good info there if you haven't done so already. For ex., bring water bottles for hydration(for 7K+elevation), sunscreen, sun hats, $$ for shopping trip/dorm room stuff (computer screen, printer, etc). You may have big travel plans for your Cadet but he/she may want to just sleep & eat & hang out at the hotel. Our DD slept a lot. Secure a car rental NOW. Rates drop sometimes when the weekend gets close so you can cancel the 1st one if a better rate comes up. Rentals are very slim for PW. Definitely have that hotel reservation/Airbnb done. You can see where I'm going...
Enjoy!
Wait till you see the change the last 90 days has made in your Cadet. We dropped off a HS girl, we got back a young woman!
Enjoy!
Wait till you see the change the last 90 days has made in your Cadet. We dropped off a HS girl, we got back a young woman!
Thank you! Our DS is Class of 24, so this will be our first PW. But we have seen already the change you have described!
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Updated PW notes released to the Parent’s Clubs. If you’re not a member of your state parent club, I would suggest it. The clubs are active in most states.
Stealth_81
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Parents’ Weekend Notes
As always, please keep checking the official PW site for updates, changes, security procedures, and schedule (pending)
ACCESS
• The North Gate is open to guests from 5:30am to 10:00pm
• Visitor Center is open from 9:00am to 5:00pm
• AOG Store at Doolittle hall is open 7:30am to 4:30pm. Are you an AOG member? Class of 2022 parents will receive a Class Crest sticker while stock lasts! The AOG will have a “Jeopardy Wheel” and everyone wins! Go and spin the wheel!
• Arnold Hall parking is closed due to construction. Maps will be provided to parking lots
• Shuttles will run every 15 minutes on Friday only. Route maps will be provided
• Handicap parking will be noted on the maps at “Upper Firstie lot” (the closest parking lot) and the handicap parking next to Falcon Stadium. Golf carts will be running to help those who might need a little extra assistance.You must bring your own handicap placard. The official PW site will have a section specifically for handicap and high altitude information, so please check often.
• Air Field access (to see airmanship programs) does not require escort. Shuttles on Friday only. Route maps will be provided
• Your cadet must escort you everywhere inside the fenced in cadet area
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REQUIREMENTS
• Masks are required indoors and when on shuttles
• Bags will be checked before getting on shuttles, going into Stillman parade field, and at Falcon Stadium.
• Guests must be escorted in all cadet areas
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FRIDAY
• Cadets have a shortened class schedule on Friday. They do have class before and after the parade.
• Parade at Stillman Parade Field is from 11:00am to around 12:00pm (45 mins or so)
• Arnold Hall will have the Info Fair – Parent Clubs will be selling items.
• Cadets can escort guests into Vandenburg and Sijan dorms before and after the parade. See their rooms. Meet their ALOs and AMTs. Best time to go is in the morning if your cadet’s class schedule allows it.
• Cadets can escort guests into Fairchild Hall (1st & 2nd floors) after 1:00pm. Guests have no access to classrooms. Some departments may have demonstrations set up.
• “Meet the Coach” for parents of ICs is from 1:00pm to 4:30pm (shuttle and route map will be provided)
• Polaris Hall tours from 1:00pm to 4:00pm
• Food vendors will be at Stillman Parade Field and Cadet Area. Some squadrons will have cookouts – check with your cadet (12:00pm – 2:00pm)
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SATURDAY
• If cadets are spending the night with parents on Friday night, the C3C and C4C need to be back at USAFA for accountability check and getting ready for the parade NLT 7:45am on Saturday. Upperclassmen can go directly to Falcon Stadium BEFORE 9:00am. If you are taking your upperclassman to the stadium after 9:00am, you will not be allowed to leave.
• Pre-game tailgates: I’ll be honest and admit that I heard some conflicting information. Your cadet can escort you in? They don’t want it to be crowded. I’ll have to get clarification. Regardless, there are vendors.
• Football game – Cadets may mingle with parents only during halftime.
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SUNDAY
Jack’s Valley Tours. Shuttles will run from 9:30am to 2:00pm (every 30 minutes). Park at the Field House (near the parade field)
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OTHER
If you are a military aircraft nut like I admittedly am, then you can go to Peterson AFB. The plan is to have four F-15s on static display. They are also trying to get four F-16s. You will need someone with a base pass to get onto the base (ie: your cadet). More information pending.
Stealth_81
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Parents’ Weekend Notes
As always, please keep checking the official PW site for updates, changes, security procedures, and schedule (pending)
ACCESS
• The North Gate is open to guests from 5:30am to 10:00pm
• Visitor Center is open from 9:00am to 5:00pm
• AOG Store at Doolittle hall is open 7:30am to 4:30pm. Are you an AOG member? Class of 2022 parents will receive a Class Crest sticker while stock lasts! The AOG will have a “Jeopardy Wheel” and everyone wins! Go and spin the wheel!
• Arnold Hall parking is closed due to construction. Maps will be provided to parking lots
• Shuttles will run every 15 minutes on Friday only. Route maps will be provided
• Handicap parking will be noted on the maps at “Upper Firstie lot” (the closest parking lot) and the handicap parking next to Falcon Stadium. Golf carts will be running to help those who might need a little extra assistance.You must bring your own handicap placard. The official PW site will have a section specifically for handicap and high altitude information, so please check often.
• Air Field access (to see airmanship programs) does not require escort. Shuttles on Friday only. Route maps will be provided
• Your cadet must escort you everywhere inside the fenced in cadet area
--------------
REQUIREMENTS
• Masks are required indoors and when on shuttles
• Bags will be checked before getting on shuttles, going into Stillman parade field, and at Falcon Stadium.
• Guests must be escorted in all cadet areas
--------------
FRIDAY
• Cadets have a shortened class schedule on Friday. They do have class before and after the parade.
• Parade at Stillman Parade Field is from 11:00am to around 12:00pm (45 mins or so)
• Arnold Hall will have the Info Fair – Parent Clubs will be selling items.
• Cadets can escort guests into Vandenburg and Sijan dorms before and after the parade. See their rooms. Meet their ALOs and AMTs. Best time to go is in the morning if your cadet’s class schedule allows it.
• Cadets can escort guests into Fairchild Hall (1st & 2nd floors) after 1:00pm. Guests have no access to classrooms. Some departments may have demonstrations set up.
• “Meet the Coach” for parents of ICs is from 1:00pm to 4:30pm (shuttle and route map will be provided)
• Polaris Hall tours from 1:00pm to 4:00pm
• Food vendors will be at Stillman Parade Field and Cadet Area. Some squadrons will have cookouts – check with your cadet (12:00pm – 2:00pm)
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SATURDAY
• If cadets are spending the night with parents on Friday night, the C3C and C4C need to be back at USAFA for accountability check and getting ready for the parade NLT 7:45am on Saturday. Upperclassmen can go directly to Falcon Stadium BEFORE 9:00am. If you are taking your upperclassman to the stadium after 9:00am, you will not be allowed to leave.
• Pre-game tailgates: I’ll be honest and admit that I heard some conflicting information. Your cadet can escort you in? They don’t want it to be crowded. I’ll have to get clarification. Regardless, there are vendors.
• Football game – Cadets may mingle with parents only during halftime.
--------------
SUNDAY
Jack’s Valley Tours. Shuttles will run from 9:30am to 2:00pm (every 30 minutes). Park at the Field House (near the parade field)
--------------
OTHER
If you are a military aircraft nut like I admittedly am, then you can go to Peterson AFB. The plan is to have four F-15s on static display. They are also trying to get four F-16s. You will need someone with a base pass to get onto the base (ie: your cadet). More information pending.
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"official" schedule from USAFA website:
www.usafa.edu
Schedule of Events
Parents Weekend schedule of events include Cadet Wing Parade, Information Fair, and Academic, Squadron, Athletic and Airfield open houses.
www.usafa.edu