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The Colorado Wing of Civil Air Patrol (CAP) is the highest echelon of CAP in the state of Colorado. Its headquarters are located at Peterson AFB, and the wing is under the command of Colonel Edward D. Phelka.

Structure
The Colorado Wing is the highest echelon of Civil Air Patrol in Colorado, and reports to Rocky Mountain Region CAP, who reports to CAP National Headquarters. The wing supervises the individual groups and squadrons that comprise the basic operational unit of CAP. The Colorado Wing headquarters are located at Peterson AFB, Colorado.

Below the Wing level, Colorado is divided into # smaller groups. Each group conducts its own training and programs,

Underneath each group are numerous squadrons. Squadrons are the local level of organization, and squadrons meet weekly to conduct training. There are three types of Civil Air Patrol squadrons:


 * A cadet squadron focus primarily on training, leadership development and activities for CAP cadets.
 * A senior squadron is a unit dedicated to allowing senior members to focus on CAP's missions, nromally search and rescue activities.
 * Composite squadrons offer programs for both cadets and senior members.

Group 1
Group 1 is responsible for operations in and around greater Denver area.

Group 2
Group 2 operates in Northern Colorado.

Group 3
Group 3 operates in Southern Colorado.

Group 4
Group 4 conducts operations in Western Colorado.

GSAR
The wing operates a ground search and rescue ("GSAR") school on an annual basis, normally held in the Gore Range of the Rocky Mountains, west of Kremmling To participate, Cadets must be at least 14 years old, hold the rank of at least Cadet Senior Airman, successfully pass a physical fitness test, and have previous participation in cadet summer activities. Additionally, all participants must have completed basic training in emergency services (offered by FEMA) and be able to hike long distances with a 20-25 pound pack. Participants spend the entire school (normally, eight days) in a field environment, and are awarded a Ground Team member badge at the successful completion of the school.

Contact Information
Colorado Wing CAP Headquarters RMR-CO-001 360 W Otis Street Peterson AFB, CO 80914
 * Postal address:

Phone: 719-556-8280 Fax: 719-556-6186
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 * Hours of Operation