2-3 May 2009 has been announced for the 25th Ex Altcar Challenge, the UKRFA’s annual International Military Skills Competition.

Ex Altcar Challenge is organised and run by reservists from the RNR, TA and RAuxAF and attracts around 450 participants every year to the Altcar Training Centre near Liverpool.

Teams of four in male, female, and mixed categories compete against each other in challenging and varied activities, ranging from mental and physical command tasks to basic military skills, within an ‘Operational Environment’ theme.

Ex Altcar Challenge provides an opportunity for nations to share military experiences and skills to enable better cooperation and understanding between reserve forces. It provides a strong basis for teamwork, personal development and leadership and provides excellent military training, but most importantly it is also good fun.

The competition is open to Senior and Junior ranks of all UK Volunteer Reserve Forces and International Reserve Forces. If you would like to compete or to assist in the administration of personnel, the organisation of accommodation, catering or transport, or the delivery of evolutions contact WO1 John Bennett on This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 07801 916800.