Ground Team Academy
Wisconsin Wing Ground Team Academy
Event Dates: 17-19 April 2026
Location: Volk Field ANGB
!!!!! Update: Severe Weather approximately 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM Local on FRIDAY !!!!!
We are adjusting arrival times for those that can make it earlier and extending the check-in time to later.
Members should plan to AVOID TRAVEL during the storm. Please monitor weather sources.
NO ONE IS EXPECTED TO DRIVE THROUGH SEVERE WEATHER TO MEET THE ARRIVAL TIME(S).
The safety our people is the most important concern.
Please check your email for more information or contact staff if you are registered and do not see any emails.
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Cost: $75
The Academy is open to both senior members and cadets. Members from other wings are welcome. Personnel who need to renew ES ratings may attend as well. All participants MUST have a current General ES rating or higher, and additional qualifications will vary based on school selected. Only one ES specialty may be selected. Participation is limited to a “first come, first serve” basis. We are also looking for STAFF members.
Any questions please contact the project officer, Capt Michael Krein
Registration closes: 3 April @ 1200 local (SF1 Form must be received by this time, no exceptions)
We offer the following schools:
1. Ground Team Basic (GTM3)
2. Ground Team Advanced (GTM2/GTM1)
3. Ground Team Leader (GTL)
Meals provided are: Saturday (all 3 meals), Sunday breakfast, Sunday lunch. Participants will be responsible for their meal Friday night.
You will be OUTDOORS for a good portion of your training. You will need the appropriate clothing and equipment to participate.
This is a great opportunity to advance to the next level of training or receive your initial rating (prerequisites must be met).
Eligibility Rules
Participants may only train in one ES specialty and MUST have the following by the registration deadline:
• General ES rating or higher
• Introductory Communications User Training (online & practical testing) completed
• Prerequisites completed for the ES Specialty rating selected.
Academy staff will advise what you are missing after you register and recommend a course of action. Personnel renewing ratings will be used as “mentors” for other trainees during the practical exercises.
Registration
Registration is open via RegZone
Registration closes: 3 April @ noon local time- NO exceptions. If you are planning to attend GTA (Ground Team Academy) or if you are not quite sure yet if you can attend, PLEASE REGISTER NOW anyway and complete the SF1 form.
You can complete your payment once you know you will be attending but your registration and SF1 form MUST BE RECEIVED by April 3, 2026 noon local time.
Please understand this is Volk Field's requirement, not WIWG CAP, and we must submit the SF1 forms on their deadline.
Student Information
Students are STRONGLY encouraged to bring a WIFI capable laptop or tablet. Otherwise, bring a blank thumb drive. Most training materials will be distributed electronically before the event. Completion of IS-100 & 200 online ICS courses is also strongly recommended, but not required. You will need your appropriate field gear to participate... Each school has different requirements for the type / amount of gear that you need to have and will be inspected. You will receive a list of gear required.
Unit Responsibilities
Unit commanders need to review and sign-off Prerequisite approval in Ops Qual for their members. Units are also responsible for providing/arranging for chaperones at the activity for your cadets.