Winter Encampment 2026

Texas Wing 2026 Winter Encampment Event Details

page updated 20 October 2026 with packing list

Dates: 27 December - 2 January 2027 for students
26 December - 3 January 2027 for staff

Location: Sheppard Air Force Base, Wichita Falls, TX 76311 Key Staff

Encampment Commander: Maj Wendy Cameron

Senior Enlisted Leader: SMSgt Jack Koby

Commandant of Cadets: Maj Matthew Parker

Cadet Commander: C/Lt Col James Copp

Cost

Cadet Student: $325

Cadet Staff: $200

Adult Staff: No Charge

Student Registration is now CLOSED

Notifications were sent via email and Registration Zone on October 25 regarding slotted or alternate status.

Payment is due by 29 November.

If you need financial assistance, you can apply for the Cadet Encampment Assistance Program starting 15 October 2026. Information can be found on the CEAP website.

Over-the Counter Medication approval will be required for attendance.

Please review the Ops Plan linked on this page for information regarding timings, uniforms, medical/allergy/food needs, etc

We can provide transportation to and from Wichita Falls Regional Airport ONLY.

About Encampment

The purpose of the cadet encampment is for cadets to develop leadership skills, investigate the aerospace sciences and related careers, experience the value of regular exercise, and reinforce their moral character. (CAPR 60-1, 9.1.1) The vision for the cadet encampment is "an immersion into the full challenges and opportunities of cadet life." (CAPR 60-1, 91.2) Overall, encampments should be fun and a key highlight of a cadet's time in CAP. Encampment challenges cadets and enables them to earn a sense of accomplishment. Through activities and team challenges, encampments encourage safe, calculated risk-tasking in a safe environment. Adult guidance, cadre mentorship, and encouragement from fellow cadets ensure a support environment. Basic Encampment is for those cadets that have not previously attended an Encampment. Encampment is required for cadets to be promoted to the officer grades. It is also required for a cadet to attend the Lone Star Emergency Services Academy (LESA), Intermediate/Advanced Encampment, Civic Leadership Academy (CLA), Medical Orientation and Training School (MOTS), or any National Cadet Special Activities (NCSA).

Questions?

Questions should be asked at local squadron meetings first. If questions remain after consulting local squadron leadership, emails with may be sent to the email address below. Emails MUST include the cadet's full name and CAP ID. If cadets are sending emails, please always copy a parent and/or squadron leadership to comply with the Cadet Protection Policy.
TexasEncampment@txwg.cap.gov