E-Giving Spreads Cheer of Holidays

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november 24, 2010 www.okinawa.usmc.mil E-giving spreads cheer of holidays

Cpl. Megan Angel okinawa marine staff

CAMP FOSTER — Helping those in need can be as simple as vol- unteering on a weekend with a local youth organization, putting spare change into a jar at the check-out register or visiting an orphanage. It can also be as easy as a simple click of a mouse. Marines with Bridge Platoon, Company A, 9th Engineer Support Battalion, 1st Marine Logistics Group (Forward), Time is drawing to a close removed an old double-story medium girder bridge during a bridge replacement project in Marjah, Afghanistan, Oct. 23. The Marines removed the old bridge and replaced it with a newer one, to be used by coalition forces and for service members and federal local nationals. Photo by Cpl. Shannon E. McMillan employees who wish to donate through the Combined Federal Campaign-Overseas. With this year’s campaign scheduled to end 9th ESB Marines replace bridge for Dec. 3, members looking to help those in need can do so online. Marjah residents, coalition forces see EGIVING pg Cpl. Shannon E. McMillan Battalion, worked through the Expeditionary Force, is currently 1st marine logistics group (fwd) night as they recently replaced a assigned to 1st MLG (Forward), medium girder bridge just outside I MEF. MARJAH, Afghanistan — Ma- Marjah, Afganistan. The Marines removed a four- rines with Bridge Platoon, Com- The battalion, part of 3rd Ma- bay double story medium girder pany A, 9th Engineer Support rine Logistics Group, III Marine see BRIDGE pg Artillery relocation training begins

Lance Cpl. Garry J. Welch The purpose of the training is to maintain opera- okinawa marine staff tional readiness of the artillery battalion and to support the U.S.-Japanese security alliance. This is the CAMP SENDAI, Japan — The Marine Corps has re- first time since 2006 the Marine Corps has used this The Combined Federal Campaign- Overseas’ fully-functional “e-Giving” turned to the Ojojihara training area on mainland Ja- artillery training area. option is an easy and convenient pan for artillery relocation training Nov. 18 - Dec. 9. “Although this battery trained in Ojojihara four way to donate to the CFC-O. In a few Approximately 240 Marines and sailors with 3rd years ago, for most of the Marines and sailors, this is simple steps, federal employees can Battalion, 12th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, their first trip to Ojojihara,” said Lt. Col. Rick Miagany, choose their method of contribution III Marine Expeditionary Force, arrived here Nov. 18 as commanding officer of 3rd Bn., 12th Marines. “We are and direct those funds to the charities part of the Artillery Relocation Training Program. see OJOJIHARA pg of their choice. Photo by Cpl. Megan Angel

ENJOY HOLIDAY SAFELY MARINE CORPS FORCES JAPAN Be sure every service member on COMBINED FEDERAL CAMPAIGN OVERSEAS ‘10 island has a place to be this holiday

this this • The goal is 100 percent unit member contact. weekend to enjoy the time safely. • As of Monday, approximately 70 percent of the

issue total personnel goal were contacted.

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key to couples enduring separation CAudra A. Satterlee and it can be a very frustrating and difficult ommunicationprocess. Whether together or apart, families amilies entering the military lifestyle adopt certain routines, a flow to maintain know they will have to make some sac- day-to-day activities. Every time a member U.S. Marine Corps History Division Frifices and must accept that reality. Few of the family leaves and returns, this flow is of them however, fully realize that the strain disrupted causing stress. It can take weeks or Nov. 26, 1994 – Marines from III Marine Expedi- of leading separate lives due to the demands of longer to completely redefine roles and respon- tionary Force participated in Exercise Tandem military deployments, has the overwhelming sibilities and it’s very easy to set expectations Thrust, a biennial joint military training exercise potential to create problems too great for many too high, too quick. I joke that once you get that stressed rapid response to short-notice cri- couples to overcome. I’ve not found specific sta- them “house broken” again, they leave again. ses in the Pacific. The exercise took place on the islands of Guam, Tinian, and Farallon de Medini- tistics that point to higher divorce rates within For the spouse who has been left home to lla in the South Pacific. military families compared to civilians, how- handle things, it seems almost easier sometimes to continue acting individually than to ever, I have learned there are unseen burdens Nov. 28, 2001 – The body of the first American military families endure that too often cause retrain the returning spouse to do things the killed in action in Afghanistan since the bombing even the most loving of couples to separate. right way, or at least, the way things have been campaign began was recovered from a prison When my husband received orders to Okina- done for the past several months. I can only compound. Former Marine Mike Spann, 32, of wa as our first duty station, I looked forward to imagine how difficult it is on the other end to McLean, Va., was with the Central Intelligence the adventure. I embraced the hectic demands have to change roles from soldier on the front Agency and was tasked with interrogating of maintaining daily life for my family in con- lines to loving husband and daddy overnight the Taliban and Al-Qaida prisoners held at the junction with my husband’s deployment and and immediately “know” what rules have been compound. The prisoners rioted, taking over training schedule, which causes him to be gone set at home in his absence. Even with effective the compound until quelled by northern alliance fighters and U.S. airstrikes. frequently. Living this lifestyle, surrounded by communication, these changes take time to other families in the same situation, I’ve found instill. Nov. 29, 1983 – The Pentagon announced that If a couple fails to recognize these inherent a great appreciation for good communication. U.S. Central Command, responsible for protect- During a deployment, the distance between difficulties, and isn’t vigilant in putting aside ing U.S. interests in the Persian Gulf and Indian couples can become more than just geographic stubborn pride or to put each other first in their Ocean area, would establish a small floating separation. Even the most conscientious spouse long list of priorities to work together, the accu- headquarters in that region. A staff of up to 20 has to work hard to maintain the bond long mulating frustrations can be devastating to an officers and service members would be placed distance. As each partner becomes thoroughly otherwise very strong and functional marriage. aboard a Navy ship operating with a small flotilla involved in his or her own vastly different My heart breaks for every failed marriage of warships called the Middle East Force. The daily routines, it becomes more difficult to because of all the lost potential. I hurt because command could draw on a pool of thousands maintain strong lines of communication. not only is it a love lost, it’s two friends who of Marines or other service members as needed for rapid deployment in a region covering 19 For the deployed spouse, covered in three have given up on each other. A divorce in nations. days’s worth of dirt and sweat, focused on a military family is even more unfortunate because together and separately they have staying vigilant for potential threats, it is hard Nov. 30, 2004 – Marines with the 11th Marine to grasp the “hardship” of his spouse’s long already sacrificed so much, and now that effort Expeditionary Unit turned over control of the nights caring for a sick child, the laundry list ends in them losing their shared love. Najaf province to Iraqi security forces after three of chores that are never done and the pain of a The military has several options available months of relative quiet. The 11th MEU also car that’s broken down, yet again. On the other for families to seek assistance and prevent relinquished operational control of the Qadisiyah hand, it’s hard among the chaos of child rear- such disastrous effects of separation, de- province to the Polish-led Multi-National Divi- ing, the demands of a job and the maintenance ployment and reintegration. If you would sion Central South. Marines with the unit were a household to completely understand the like additional information, contact Marine re-assigned to another area of Iraq following the heartache the deployed spouse feels not being Corps Family Team Building at 645-3689 for hand-offs. able to help his loved ones through a difficult upcoming briefs, workshops and programs, Dec. 1, 2001 – 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit time or to share the daily experience of watch- Family Counseling and Advocacy at 645- (Special Operations Capable), aboard the USS 2915, the Chaplains Religious Enrichment ing his children learn about life, grow and Bonhomme Richard, departed Camp Pendleton, change. This decrease in shared experiences Development Operations Chaplains at 645- Calif., bound for the Arabian Sea. The approxi- and daily objectives can begin to create gaps 3041, visit www.MilitaryOneSource.com or mately 2,200 Marines of the 13th MEU (SOC) in communication that lead to more distance visit www.mccsokinawa.com and click on headed to join or relieve the 15th MEU, who between the couple, regardless of their love and Marine and Family. were on the ground in Afghanistan. concern for each other. At the other end, a homecoming is an anx- Dec. 2, 2003 – 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing honored iously awaited and joyous occasion; however, the 15 members they lost during Operation Iraqi the process of learning to coexist again as a Freedom at a ceremony at Marine Corps Air Sta- tion Miramar. Friends and family gathered as the family, with the immediate shift of responsi- names of the fallen were read and then Major bilities and the expectations that are inevita- General James F. Amos, Aircraft Wing commander, bly set can again agitate the rift between the addressed the crowd of 1,200. couple. Satterlee is a military spouse and design With this, the reintegration period begins editor for the Okinawa Marine.

Commanding General Maj. Gen. Peter J. Talleri okinawa marine newspaper H&S Battalion MCB PAO Unit 35002 public affairs Director Lt. Col. David M. Griesmer FPO AP 96373-5002

The Okinawa Marine is published by Marine Corps Community Services Marine Corps, Marine Corps Base Camp Smedley D. Butler or Marine Corps Com- under exclusive written contract with Marine Corps Base Camp Smedley D. Butler, munity Services of the products and services advertised. Press Officer 1st Lt. John D. Norton Central Bureau Okinawa, Japan. Everything advertised in this newspaper shall be made available for purchase, Camp Foster The editorial content of this newspaper is edited and approved by the Consoli- use or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, dated Public Affairs Office of Marine Corps Base Camp Smedley D. Butler. marital status, physical handicap, political affiliation or any other non-merit factor DSN 645-9335 This newspaper is an authorized publication for members of military services of the purchaser, user or patron. If a violation or rejection of this equal opportunity Press Chief Gunnery Sgt. J. L. Wright Jr. stationed overseas, at sea and their families. Its contents do not necessarily reflect the policy by an advertiser is confirmed, the publisher shall refuse to print advertising northern Bureau official views of the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense or the U.S. Marine from that source until the violation is corrected. Corps and do not imply endorsement thereof. All photos, unless otherwise indicated, are “official U.S. Marine Corps photos.” DESIGN editor Audra A. Satterlee Camp Hansen The appearance of advertising in this newspaper, including inserts of supple- For more information, e-mail us at [email protected] or write to us DSN 623-4224 ments, does not constitute endorsement by the Department of Defense, the U.S. at Public Affairs Office, H&S BN MCB PAO, Unit 35002, FPO AP 96373-5002. okinawa marine | NEWS | november 24, 2010 Space-A offers free flights based on availability Lance Cpl. Heather Choate “The biggest requirement is active duty $2,000, depending on the time of year. Pro- okinawa marine staff members must be in a leave status; whether viding a free means of transportation, takes a they are traveling alone or with their families,” great deal of stress off of individuals attempt- KADENA AIR BASE — For service members, said Crawford. “They must have a copy of their ing to get off the island for vacation.” commercial flights come with astronomical original leave papers, and, if traveling under While the obvious benefit of Space-A flights price tags attached. However, there is an alter- Environmental Morale Leave, they must have is the free airfare, other benefits include, a native to emptying your bank account when the original signed copy.” larger baggage allowance versus some com- it comes to finding a ride to Asia, the U.S. or Additionally, Crawford explained that all mercial carriers, shorter lines and not as much anywhere in the world they want to explore. family members who are 10-years-old and passenger congestion in the waiting areas. That alternative for military members, their older must have their identification cards. The one major drawback is seats on specific families and some Department of Defense em- If they plan on traveling out of the country, flights cannot be guaranteed to passengers. ployees is called Space Available travel. passports are required for all travelers except Commercial airlines are a more dependable “Space-A flights are flights operated by active duty members. Active duty members way of getting to a destination if a passenger military aviation units, that have space avail- travel on ID card and orders only,” Crawford is on a strict timeline. able after all mission essential passengers and added. There are no regular passenger flights on cargo have been accounted for with the operat- Most Space-A flights are free of charge, Kadena Air Base except for the weekly Patriot ing aircrew,” explained Airman Alexander K. however, whenever passengers travel aboard Express. All other fights are scheduled on a Crawford, a passenger service agent with 733rd contracted commercial aircraft, such as the mission-needed basis and there are flights that Air Mobility Command, Kadena Air Base. “At Patriot Express, a service provided for service go out to mainland Japan almost every day, that time, if the aircrew decides they have members and their families returning to the according to AMC personnel. room and availability to take Space-A passen- United States after completing their Okinawa There are, on average, three to five flights gers, they then release available seats.” tour, there is a fee for each traveler, said Air- per week to Hawaii and four to six flights per American military aircraft travel to destina- man 1st Class Christopher A. Higgins with week to the United States. tions around the world every day. The Space-A 733rd AMC, Kadena Air Base. Kadena Air Base also has flights to Korea, program was created to give U.S. service mem- Space-A flights provide a convenient alter- the Philippines, Guam and Alaska. bers and their family members the opportunity native mode of transportation and are a relief Flight information is released 24 hours in to travel via U.S. military, owned and operated on service members’ wallets, considering advance through the automated recording ma- aircraft free of charge, said Crawford. tickets on civilian air carriers usually carry chine at 733rd Air Mobility Command as well as Although the flights are made available to a cost. cable TV channel 17. However, when requested all U.S. military service members and their “Being stationed on Okinawa, people espe- in person, flight information can be given up to family members, there are still requirements cially want to make trips home with as little 72 hours in advance, said Crawford. that must be met in order to qualify for an strain and stress as possible,” said Crawford. To learn more visit, www.kadena.af.mil/ available seat. “Some plane tickets to the (U.S.) can exceed amc.asp. Employing proper security measures paramount

Lance Cpl. Garry J. Welch okinawa marine staff

CAMP FOSTER — While identity theft among service members is uncommon here on Okinawa, it still happens. About two out of 400 service members who go to legal services here go asking about identity theft or because they are victims of it, said Sgt. Rene R. Govea, the noncommissioned officer -in-charge of legal assistance at Camp Foster legal service center. “Identity theft is uncommon because the word is out there about how to prevent it,” said Govea. “When it happens, it is usually from the service members being careless. They go onto unsecure websites and misuse their credit card information or don’t shred important documents. There are just so many ways it can happen.” Identity theft impacts people’s lives in very negative ways, said Lina May, a banking center manager for Community Bank. “Identity theft takes years to fix and affects you financially, usually by lowering your credit score and your chances of getting approved In addition to identification cards and debit cards, even bank, credit card for a loan,” said May. “If you do get approved, you will have a much statements and bills contain information can be used to steal an identity. Given higher interest rate than you should. It also affects you emotionally the amount of people with access to service members’ social security numbers, because it is so challenging to repair the damages done by identity it is important to keep these items in a safe place and shred paperwork instead theft.” of simply throwing it away. Photo illustration by Lance Cpl. Garry J. Welch Creditors and collection agencies may start calling the victim, as well as the family and friends of the victim, trying to arrange pay- granting credit in the service member’s name. ments, added May. Another precaution service members can take is to avoid divulging There are many simple precautions people can take to prevent personal information on social networking sites where others may identity theft. view it, said May. “Service members who are getting deployed should put a fraud alert “I recommend everyone check their credit score quarterly, or once on their credit report,” said May. “Doing this makes it hard for some- every three months,” said Govea. “That way if anything pops up on one to steal your identity because every time a transaction is made, it that you don’t recognize, you can catch it early before too much the credit card company will have to call you to get your permission damage is done.” for them to approve it.” While checking a credit report, service members should pay close According to Govea, service members also have the option to put an attention to company names, charges and balances so if anything active duty alert on their credit reports free of charge. Doing this will looks wrong, discrepancies can be reported, said Govea. alert the service member if there are any accounts that are opened in To learn more about identity theft, or to report a stolen identity, their name. After doing so, creditors will be required to call before call 1-877-IDTHEFT, or visit www.ftc.gov/idtheft. okinawa marine | NEWS | november 24, 2010 briefs Toys for Tots: never too many toys Foster and lester power outages Camp Foster will have a power outage Cpl. Kelly R. Stevens Nov. 28 from 4-6 p.m. affecting all Plaza okinawa marine staff Housing. Camp Lester will have a power outage CAMP FOSTER — The first toy Dec. 3 from 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. affecting vari- ever donated to Toys for Tots ous areas on the installation and all of Old Lester Housing. was a homemade doll collected For more information, call Camp Foster in Los Angeles in 1947, the year and Lester Camp Services at 645-7317 or U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Maj. 645-0883. Bill Hendricks founded the organization with a toy drive that Post office Holiday hours collected 5,000 toys in the months The Marine Corps Base Post Office preceding Christmas. hours of operation for the Thanksgiving The following year, the Ma- Holiday weekend as follows: rine Corps officially adopted the Nov. 25 - Closed program, expanded it nationwide Sgt. Maj. Timothius M. Robinson, middle, Marine Corps Air Station Futenma Nov. 26 - Parcel Pick Up available from 8 and designated it the U.S. Marine a.m.-3 p.m., Retail Services available from sergeant major, and Lt. Col. Garrett Miller, right, III Marine Expeditionary Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Pro- Force reserve liaison officer, put the first toy in a donation box at the Camp 10 a.m.-3 p.m. gram. The late American film- Nov. 27 - Parcel Pick Up available from 8 Foster exchange during a Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Okinawa maker Walt Disney even joined a.m.-3 p.m., Retail Services available from campaign kickoff ceremony Nov. 6. Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Cindy Fisher forces, designing the train logo 10 a.m.-3 p.m. still used for the program to this they still need toys for children “Volunteers are very impor- Limited services at Naval Hospital day. of both genders and all ages. tant,” said Gregory. “Without the U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa will Today, the Toys for Tots pro- Many Marines stationed on volunteer there, it’s just a box. participate in a disaster response exercise gram collects new, unwrapped Okinawa volunteer their time Many of our volunteers have Dec. 9. The exercise will last throughout toys for underprivileged children to collect toys being dropped off benefited from the program and the day, involving the main hospital, branch all across the U.S. and in many at any Exchange facility, Navy they can convey that while volun- clinics and satellite facilities. other locations across the globe. Federal Credit Union, Commu- teering they encourage people to Routine medical and administrative Okinawa is one of approximately nity Bank, community center and donate who might otherwise just business will be limited and patients 650 communities where toys are Child Development Centers on walk right by.” coming to Camp Lester can expect delays collected and distributed. Camps Kinser, Foster, Courtney, Pfc. Darren Eidson, a motor and increased security at the gates. While the Toys for Tots pro- Hansen, Schwab and Kadena vehicle operator with Combat Emergency care will still be available in gram on Okinawa is thankful for Air Base. Logistics Regiment 3, 3rd Marine the Emergency Department. Pre-existing the donations they have been re- Marine volunteers will be Logistics Group, III MEF, is vol- clinic and surgical appointments scheduled ceiving, without continued dona- collecting toys on Fridays from 6 unteering at least nine hours per for that day will stay as scheduled. tions they will not be able to have p.m. to 9 p.m. and on weekends week during this year’s drive. For questions or concerns, contact the a successful toy drive, according and holidays from 9 a.m. to 6:30 “When I was young, Marines appropriate clinic or call 643-7209. to Staff Sgt. Donna Gregory, a p.m. came through my town and gave Toys for Tots coordinator with III “We would also like to get toys to my family,” said Eidson. Okinawan dance night Marine Expeditionary Force. the spouses and other Status of “That is why I volunteer, and that The Personal Services Center presents Gregory added there is cur- Forces Agreement personnel on is why I donate. There are plenty Okinawan Dance Night - 2010 at the rently a deficiency in toys for board because they can really of needy children whose families Performing Arts Auditorium Nov. 26 help us with sorting toys in our can’t afford to give them a Christ- from 6-7 p.m. Back by popular demand, girls ages 8-16 and encourages enjoy the dances, costumes and music of people to donate items for girls in warehouse,” said Gregory. “We mas. This is a way to help them” traditional Ryukyu culture during this that age range, but not to forget need them. We need all the help To learn more or to volunteer free annual performance. This year’s about other children because they can provide us with.” for the program, call 645-8068. performance includes a Shisa dance along with traditional noble and folk dance. Seating is limited and reservations are required. Call the PSC at 645-2104 or visit www.mccsokinawa.com/psc to register. III MEF to use new inventory system, GCSS-MC Lance Cpl. Heather N. Choate GCSS-MC training instructor with Satellite Global okinawa marine staff Combat Support System Operations Center, Head- 2010 Military Family Housing quarters and Service Battalion, Marine Corps Base Resident Satisfaction survey CAMP FOSTER — III Marine Expeditionary Force Camp Smedley D. Butler. All residents of Military Family is the first unit in the Marine Corps to implement “It’s important to tie supply and logistics together Housing are encouraged to participate in the U.S. Air Force’s 2010 tenant the Global Combat Support System-Marine Corps, a because we can’t effectively fight a war if every five satisfaction online survey. The new web-based supply and logistics database. minutes we are running out of beans, band aids and surveys will identify likes and dislikes The database system, which III MEF recently bullets,” said Owens. “With GCSS-MC, the Marine related to the property, services began using is designed to replace three systems: ordering the supply will receive a response within and performance to improve these Marine Corps Integrated Maintenance Management minutes of sending in a request.” services. Individual responses are System, Asset Tracking for Logistics and Supply Franklin and Owens said GCSS-MC is a more confidential and anonymous. System and Supported Activities Supply System. efficient way for Marines to order and receive Service members should receive an The three systems did not communicate to one supplies. e-mail with a link to the survey soon. another, according to Master Sgt. Scott A. Franklin, “This system is going to be more efficient be- It is important to complete the survey with Field Supply Maintenance Analysis Office, cause commanders need data and decision-support within 3-5 days of receiving it. Headquarters and Service Battalion, Marine Corps capabilities that provide them total asset visibility,” For questions, contact Kadena Base Camp Smedley D. Butler. This was an issue said Franklin. “GCSS-MC will provide streamlined Housing Office customer service because Marines could not track the items being processes and accurate, near-real-time visibility of element at 634-0582. ordered. The benefit of GCSS-MC is Marines can see the items and their status.” where the items are, when they are going to arrive, Marines who will be working with the system and how they will arrive. will receive training for six weeks by a team of TO SUBMIT A BRIEF, send an e-mail to GCSS-MC will tie Marine Corps units together qualified personnel who are sent out to units. [email protected], or fax your request to 645-3803. The deadline for submitting with one logistics and supply system to simplify GCSS-MC is scheduled to be implemented a brief is noon Friday. Okinawa Marine reserves the process of ordering supplies and receiving throughout the rest of the Corps by the end of 2011, the right to edit all submitted material. them, according to Gunnery Sgt. Perry Owens Jr., according to Franklin. okinawa marine | NEWS | november 24, 2010

BRIDGE from pg 1 EGIVING from pg 1 bridge that had been there for more than a year “E-giving” is an easy and convenient way to and replaced it with a new bridge, allowing give to the CFC-O. In a few simple steps, members for the safe passage of Afghan residents and can choose their method of contribution and di- military forces. rect those funds to the charities of their choice. The previous bridge sustained damage due The CFC-O is an authorized solicitation of to regular traffic from military and civilian service members and federal employees in their vehicles, so they replaced it for the safety of place of business on behalf of thousands of ap- local nationals as well as Afghan and North proved charitable organizations. Atlantic Treaty Organization troops, said 1st “These are tough times financially for many Lt. Cameron Wolf, mission commander with throughout the world, and a lot of worthwhile Bridge Platoon. charities are struggling for financial donations,” Not only do the military personnel use the said Lt. Col. Daniel Ircink, this year’s Marine bridge as a way to transport goods and other Forces Japan project officer for the CFC-O. types of logistics support to fellow Marines, “Every contribution (to the CFC-O), when com- but it also allows Afghan villagers to pass bined, adds up to be a lot.” through more safely and efficiently. As of Nov. 22, Marine Forces Japan has “It adds to the quality of life for the civilian reported 70 percent of service members and population; they are able to use it to go to work, federal employees aboard Marine Corps Bases visit the market and relatives,” said Wolf. Japan have been contacted regarding the oppor- The Marines worked more than 14 hours. tunity to donate to the charity of their choice, “These Marines worked really, really hard,” said Capt. Jacob Wilde, the Marine Corps Base said Wolf. “They do an outstanding job un- Camp Smedley D. Butler community area proj- der very trying conditions, especially (when ect officer and CFC-O representative. working with) poor visibility and working in Federal employees continue to make the (dangerous) areas. There is a constant risk (to) CFC-O the largest and most successful work- their lives.” Marines with Bridge Platoon, Company A, 9th Engineer place charitable fundraiser in the world. Con- No matter what the risks were, the Marines Support Battalion, 1st Marine Logistics Group tinuing a long-standing tradition of selfless were dedicated to completing the mission and (Forward), assist a fellow Marine as he digs out debris giving. In the 2009 campaign, Marne Corps Base weren’t going to walk away until the bridge from under a bridge during a bridge replacement Smedley D. Butler raised more than $109,000. construction was finished. project in Marjah, Afghanistan Oct. 23. The Marines It was an increase of more than $7,000 from the removed an old medium girder bridge and replaced “We never leave a mission unless the previous year. it with a newer one, to be used by coalition forces and Marines personally feel that it meets the “With the holiday season coming up, a gift local nationals. Photo by Cpl. Shannon E. McMillan (completion) criteria,” said Staff Sgt. Joseph A. to charity through the CFC-O is a great way Caughey, assistant patrol leader with Bridge As the Marines left, tired and worn out, they to spread holiday cheer to those in need,” said Platoon. Each bridge is only considered com- left with a sense of accomplishment knowing Wilde. plete after it has met the high standards of the they had contributed not only to the mission For more information or to donate using “e- Marines in the unit, he added. but also to the local community. Giving” visit, www.cfcoverseas.org.

Marines from 3rd Battalion, 12th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force, adjust the position of an M777 howitzer in preparation for an artillery relocation exercise. The exercise is designed to maintain operational readiness and to support the U.S.-Japanese security alliance. Photo by Lance Cpl. Garry J. Welch

OJOJIHARA from pg 1 putting our skills to the test during a live-fire exercise.” looking forward to the unique training challenges offered by the ter- “Everyone is excited to be here,” said Cpl. Lester H. Cook, a radar rain and climate here.” watch chief with 3rd Bn., 12th Marines. “This is a great opportunity The battery will be operating the M777 howitzer and participating for us to put a lot of training we have received to good use, as well as in crew-served weapons training during the exercise. The battery, learn some new skills.” originally from Hawaii, is currently participating in the Unit Deploy- “While our primary mission at Ojojihara is to conduct artillery ment Program and is based on Camp Hansen, Okinawa. training,” said Miagani. “We also look forward to interacting with the “This is my first deployment,” said Lance Cpl. David M. Schnall, local community and have scheduled community relations projects a target processer and survey meteorologist with Bravo Battery, 3rd to achieve this goal. While we are here we hope to foster friendships Bn., 12th Marines. “This deployment will be a great way for me to get and build a positive relationship (with the people of) the Ojojihara some good hands-on experience. We are all really looking forward to area.” okinawa marine | FEATURE | november 24, 2010

OperationSteel Dawn

Lance Cpl. Ryan Loving, a heavy equipment operator, Motor Transport Company B, Combat Logistics Battalion 3, 1st Marine Logistics Group (Forward), offloads supplies from an MV-22 Osprey to Marines of 1st Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion at a forward landing support area in support of Operation Steel Dawn II Oct. 29. The LSA was used to resupply and refuel 1st LAR during the operation. The battalion, part of Combat Logistics Regiment 3, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, III MEF, is currently assigned to 1st Marine Logistics Group (Fwd.), I Marine Expeditionary Force.

A combat logistics convoy from Combat Logistics Battalion 3, 1st Marine Logistics Group (Forward) takes a short security halt on their way to Combat Outpost Payne to support Operation Steel Dawn II. The Marines provided logistics support to 1st Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion throughout the operation.

Lt. Col. Scott D. Leonard, commanding officer of 1st Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division (Forward) addresses the Marines taking part in Operation Steel Dawn II. The operation was intended to strengthen the security of Helmand province. okinawa marine | FEATURE | november 24, 2010

Lance Cpl. Samuel Lopez, a landing support specialist with Landing Support Platoon, Headquarters and Service Company, Combat Logistics Battalion 3, 1st Marine Logistics Group (Forward), awaits word from the crew chief after they dropped off supplies on Combat Outpost Payne in support of Operation Steel Dawn Oct. 25. CLB-3 provides logistics support to coalition forces Story and photos by Marine Logistics Group, Cpl. Paul D. Zellner III MEF, is currently It was a prime combat logistics battalion 3 assigned to 1st MLG example of what the (Fwd), I MEF. Marine Corps is all about; arines and sailors During the combat the air combat element, from Motor Trans- operation, Afghan and “logistics combat element, Mport Company B (Re- coalition forces cleared ground combat element inforced), Combat Logistics the southern Helmand and command element Battalion 3, provided tacti- province town of Bah- all coming together and cal logistics support to the ram Chah, a Taliban moving to an austere Marines of 1st Light Armored command and control location to take the Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st area that consists of fight to the enemy. Marine Division (Forward), I narcotics trafficking, Marine Expeditionary Force, weapons and ammuni- - Capt. Matthew J. Neely Lance Cpl. Ryan Loving, a heavy equipment operator, Motor Transport Company B, Combat Logistics Battalion 3, 1st Marine Logistics Group (Forward), offloads supplies from an MV-22 Osprey to Marines of 1st Light Armored during Operation Steel Dawn tion storage, impro- Reconnaissance Battalion at a forward landing support area in support of Operation Steel Dawn II Oct. 29. The LSA was used to resupply and refuel 1st LAR during the operation. The battalion, part of Combat Logistics II Oct. 26 - Nov. 1. vised explosive device fight to the enemy.” Regiment 3, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, III MEF, is currently assigned to 1st Marine Logistics Group (Fwd.), I Marine Expeditionary Force. The battalion, part of Com- factories and foreign fighter Logistics Marines distribut”- bat Logistics Regiment 3, 3rd training areas. ed several pallets of food and While 1st LAR Marines water and about 15,000 gallons were engaged with the enemy, of fuel. A CLB-3 wrecking logistics Marines and sailors crew also recovered 53 ve- supplied them with food, hicles during the operation. water, fuel, ammunition and “I think (the Marines) did other supplies via combat an outstanding job of moving logistics patrols and helicop- the logistics supplies to and ter support teams. The CLB-3 from the (landing support Marines also provided secu- area),” said 1st Sgt. Manuel rity for coalition forces during Palos, Motor Transport Co. B the operation. first sergeant. “We played an “For most of the Marines, important part in the coor- it was the first time they dination, transportation and have witnessed the amount security for most of the (Ma- of combat power a Marine rine Air Ground Task Force), Air Ground Task Force can and I credit the success to the produce,” said Capt. Matthew performance of my Marines.” J. Neely, Motor Transport After completion of Op- Company B commander. eration Steel Dawn II, Motor “It was a prime example of Transport Co. B Marines and what the Marine Corps is all sailors of CLB-3 returned about; the air combat element, to Forward Operating Base logistics combat element, Dwyer where they will ground combat element and continue to provide combat Lt. Col. Scott D. Leonard, commanding officer of 1st Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine command element all com- logistics support to coalition Division (Forward) addresses the Marines taking part in Operation Steel Dawn II. The operation was intended ing together and moving to forces throughout Helmand to strengthen the security of Helmand province. an austere location to take the province. okinawa marine | FEATURE | november 24, 2010

Approximately 3,500 Marines and sailors with 1st Marine Aircraft Wing took part in an eight-mile hike across Marine Corps Air Station Futenma Nov. 17. The hike was held to celebrate the Marine Corps’ birthday and foster espirit de corps.

Marines march for tradition 1st MAW reflects during unit hike

Story and photos by Cpl. Aaron Hostutler okinawa marine staff estimate there to be 3,500 of us out here this morning,” said Brig. Gen. William D. Beydler, “I commanding general, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force. “3,430 Marines lost their lives taking this island. I want you to think about what it is to be a U.S. Marine. I want you to think about your obligation to one another, your obligation to your unit, your obligation to our Corps and our country. 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, attention! Commanders prepare your Marines and sailors for a Brig. Gen. William D. Beydler, the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing’s commanding general, addresses approximately 3,500 Marines and sailors attached to the Wing who took part in an eight-mile march ... Follow me!” hike Nov. 17 on Marine Corps Air Station Futenma.

rig. Gen. William The thousands of of the Corps. At every (Aircraft Wing), it’s the ready to support.” D. Beydler ad- Marines walked across stop, individual units best thing I’ve done since After the remarks, the Bdressed approxi- Marine Corps Air Station gathered together gave boot camp. I’ve never Marines were dismissed mately 3,500 Marines and Futenma to celebrate the short periods of instruc- seen so many people to eat with their units, sailors just prior to step- 235th anniversary of the tion on core values and here before. I saw unit and they discussed the ping off on an eight-mile Marine Corps birthday. the history after whom cohesion, people singing hike and the importance road march Nov. 17. “If any of you are ask- the camps are named. cadence. That’s espirit de of having events like “I want you to look to ing why we are out here “My favorite part was corps, right there.” these that bring the Ma- your left and your right,” this morning, we are out when we took the breaks After the hike was rines together. said Beydler. “This Ma- here for one thing, tradi- and they read to us about completed, Beydler and “We are pulled in all rine Aircraft Wing is big- tion,” Beydler said. “235 the Marines in the past the 1st MAW sergeant different directions and ger than you. It’s bigger years of tradition -- 235 and they asked what are major, Sgt. Maj. Eric J. bringing the Marines than me. It’s bigger than years of warfighting commitment, honor and Seward, gave closing together sometimes is any of us individually. excellence. We’re going courage,” said Lance Cpl. remarks. difficult,” said Sgt. Maj. It’s bigger than your work to have about three hours Lesly Tuitopu, a sup- “There is a saying in Charles Burgin, the center. It’s bigger than this morning to think ply clerk with Marine the fleet that if you want squadron sergeant major your division. It’s bigger about that tradition.” Tactical Air Command to lead me or if you want for MTACS-18. “But fin- than your department. It’s Throughout the hike, Squadron 18, Marine to support me, walk a ishing something together bigger than your squad- the massive formation Air Control Group 18, mile in my boots,” said … working together and ron or group…I’m here to stopped periodically to 1st MAW. “It was very Seward. “Well today, we pushing each other is tell you, we are a force to get water, change socks motivating. With every- walked about eight of definitely what it’s all be reckoned with.” and to discuss the history body here from the whole those miles. And we’re about.” okinawa marine | FEATURE | november 24, 2010

Above: Col. Robert Clements, commanding officer, Headquarters Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, congratulates Lt. Col. Steven J. Good Sky-Hertig after awarding him the Bronze Star Medal, at a retirement ceremony at Courtney Ironworks Gym, Camp Courtney Nov. 22. Left: Ashley Goodsky, a jingle dress dancer from the northern Ojibwe tribe performs a traditional dance during her uncle’s retirement ceremony at Courtney Ironworks Gym, Camp Courtney Nov. 22. Lt. Col. Good Sky-Hertig retires Native American style

Story and photos by of their home in Chesapeake, Va. one of the fondest memories in the Lance Cpl. Dengrier M. Baez on March 3, 2007, but they consider Marine Corps was being a member okinawa marine staff June 6, 2007 as their wedding day of two different electronic warfare when a traditional Ojibwe marriage squadrons over the first half of his ative Americans have ceremony was performed in Lake career. served in the Marine Corps Vermillion, Minn. He recalled an instance of this Nthrough some of the fierc- Good Sky-Hertig, who is of time, when his commanding of- est combat the United States and Swiss and Irish descent, was given ficer questioned his flight sched- its ally nations have endured. the chance to be part of his wife’s ule; he was the operations officer During World War II, Native tribe. for Marine Tactical Electronic Americans played a key role serv- Bayzh Ahn Ah Kwid, which Warfare Squadron 4, 2nd Marine ing as code talkers and they con- means Straight Cloud, was the Aircraft Wing, II MEF at the time tinue to serve in the Corps today. name given to Good Sky-Hertig by and flight operations were con- As Native American Heritage Gilbert Smith during a ceremony ducted in support of Operation Month is observed, the Marine in which he was adopted into the Deny Flight out of Naval Air Sta- Corps said farewell to a proud tribe Caribou Clan of the Bois Forte tion Sigonella, Italy. member and Marine Nov. 22. Band of Chippewa from Northern He had a young pilot scheduled Lt. Col. Steven Good Sky-Hertig Minn. to fly a difficult sortie, a mission or retired from the Marine Corps after Smith, a spiritual leader of attack by a single aircraft. serving 28 years, with a salute to Northwest Bay First Nation Re- “I knew his abilities from flying his culture and tribe, the Ojibwe, serve, came up with the name with him and told the command- also known as Chippewa. while driving and observed clouds ing officer that it would be fine,” The Morristown, N. J. native forming a straight line across the said Good Sky-Hertig. Dianna Good Sky-Hertig performs graduated from Bayley Ellard High horizon, but told no one of the “The commanding officer did a traditional Ojibwe dance during School in 1974 located in Madison, name until the ceremony. her husband’s retirement ceremony not hesitate and said, ‘so let it be N.J. where he played football and “(Smith) looked at me and said at Courtney Ironworks Gym, Camp written, so let it be done’,” said wrestled. in English, ‘your name is Bayzh Courtney Nov. 22. Good Sky-Hertig. “It was and it He graduated from the Delaware Ahn Ah Kwid’,” said Good Sky- worked out uneventfully.” Valley College of Science and Agri- Hertig as he remembered the possible, the old way of (wellness).” “It was good to be trusted by my culture in Doylestown, Pa. in 1978 ceremony. “I like the idea of the Traditions in the Ojibwe range commanding officer and supported with a Bachelor of Science degree thin band of clouds that sometimes from dancers to spiritual rituals to by my (peers),” he said. in Animal Husbandry. precedes a storm.” honor Mother Earth. Good Sky-Hertig looks forward He joined the Corps through the The Bois Forte has the high- At gatherings, like the retire- to pass on the knowledge and past Officer Candidates Class program est number, per capita, of tribal ment ceremony, there are several experiences unto others. at Cumberland Gap, Pa. and at- members who have served or are types of dancers and every tribe He plans to retire to Chesapeake, tended the Officer Candidates serving in the Armed Forces in the is different. This style is from Va. and enter the Old Dominion School in October, 1982. United States. the Northern Ojibwe. There are University’s Special Education li- In early 2006, Good Sky-Her- In the Ojibwe language, male traditional dancers who usually censure program, pre-kindergarten tig met his wife Dianna, a realtor warriors are called Ogitchiida and follow the old style of dance with through the sixth grade. He would at the time and member of the female warriors are called Ogitchi- the pounding their feet to the beat like to teach special education Ojibwe, while working on the staff ida-quay and are highly revered by while the upper body movement is students of younger grades. of Commander Naval Surface Force the tribe. strong and the head is held high, “I’m not retiring, I’m just learn- Atlantic. “Our family is very traditional,” said Dianna. ing another job,” he said. “I will They were married officially by a said Dianna Good Sky-Hertig, his Besides his memories as a tribe carry the legacy of the Corps with justice of the peace in the backyard wife. “We also observe, as much as member, Good Sky-Hertig said me always.” 10 okinawa marine | FEATURE | november 24, 2010 Thanksgiving brings people together as family

Lance Cpl. Matthew A. Denny barracks, it only makes sense to take okinawa marine staff two hours out of my day to provide for my Marines,” said Staff Sgt. Randy Locations to enjoy ith the holidays ap- Hubert, company gunnery sergeant proaching and Marines for Company B. “Wseparated from fam- Marines need to remember to stay Thanksgiving feast ily and friends, it is the time of year safe during the excitement of the holi- when we need to come together as the days too, said Newton. Do what you Nov. 24: Marine Corps family that we are,” said are supposed to be doing, and watch • The Single Marine Program Thanksgiv- Captain F. Scott Newton, commanding out for each other, he added. If cooking Meal at The Palms on Camp Hansen from officer, Company B, Headquarters and ing or participating in any outdoor 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. Enjoy free food, games, priz- Service Battalion, Marine Corps Base activities, remember to think smart es, a relaxed environment and good company. Camp Smedley D. Butler. and stay safe. Many battalions throughout the The Marine Corps Base Fire De- Nov. 25: island, including 3rd Recon, are partment reminds those who will • The Surfside, Butler Officers’ Club, and providing a Thanksgiving meal or be cooking to be aware, think smart Tengan Castle will serve Thanksgiving Day activity to bring the unit together and and stay safe. A fryer needs to be at buffets from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. build the unit camaraderie, said Sgt. least 10 feet away from any housing • The Ocean Breeze, Beachhead and the Maj. Mark A. Arvizu, sergeant major or buildings. In deep frying, two to Habu Pit will serve Thanksgiving buffets of 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd five pounds of oil is heated to tem- from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Marine Division, III Marine Expedi- peratures of 350 degrees Fahrenheit • Select clubs will offer Holiday Meals-to- tionary Force. or more. Cooking oil is combustible Go with all the fixings for those who want to “Camaraderie isn’t only built in the and if it is heated beyond its cooking sit back, relax and let the professionals do the work environment,” said Arvizu. “It’s temperature, its vapors can ignite. cooking. important for Marines to get out and For those deep-frying a turkey, it is realize that there is more to do than critical that the turkey is completely For more information, contact a Marine Corps stare at the barracks walls and be- thawed and free of any ice or water. Community Services club listed below, or visit come a barracks rat. Once they realize “Don’t stick a frozen turkey in hot www..mccsokinawa.com. that, they can go beyond the confines oil,” said Lawrence Jacobs, safety of base and experience the beauties of director for the Marine Corps Base Ocean Breeze at 645-3666 Okinawa.” Japan Safety Office. “If this is done, Tengan Castle at 622-9413 “Why wouldn’t you find a way to grease will splatter on you and the Butler Officers’ Club at 645-3273 take care of your Marines during the hot oil can cause third degree burns Habu Pit at 636-3081 holidays?” instantly.” Beachhead at 625-2053 asked There are Surfside at 637-3137 Arvizu. Ideally, there will not be more than 430 “It’s hard Marines signed enough one Marine eating alone or up to attend being away the Single Ma- from fam- “ rine Programs going without a meal this ily and Thanksgiving friends, so Thanksgiving holiday. Dinner Nov. we as Ma- 24, said Sergio rines need - Captain F. Scott Newton Morales, the to look out SMP Coordi- for each other.” nator. All single” and unaccompanied There are multiple options for Marines and friends are welcome to Marines or families to get a meal this come for some free food, good people holiday season. Marine Corps Com- and fun environment. munity Services is providing Thanks- “Ideally, there will not be one Ma- giving buffets at base clubs; and, rine eating alone or going without a many units are providing a means to meal this Thanksgiving holiday,” said a good meal. Newton. “If you see a Marine with no “We are at home with our fami- place to go, invite him or her to join lies while Marines are sitting in the you.”

Photo illustration by Lance Cpl. Matthew A. Denny okinawa marine | COMMUNITY Place | november 24, 2010 11 In Theaters Now Nov. 24 - Dec. 2 Foster Hansen Kadena schwab TODAY Devil (PG13), 7 p.m. Today Devil (PG13), 6 p.m. Today Devil (PG13), 7 p.m. Today-Thanksgiving Closed thanksgiving Alpha and Omega (PG), 1 p.m.; thanksgiving Due Date (R), 7 p.m. thanksgiving Harry Potter and the Deathly FRIDAY Takers (PG13), 7 p.m. Unstoppable (PG13), 4 and 7 p.m. FRIDAY The Town (R), 6 p.m.; The Last Exorcism Hallows - Part 1 (PG13), 9 a.m., 2 and 7 p.m. Saturday Alpha and Omega (PG), 5 p.m. FRIDAY Unstoppable (PG13), 6 and 9 p.m. (PG13), 9 p.m. FRIDAY You Again (PG), 6 and 9 p.m. sunday Devil (PG13), 5 p.m. saturday Alpha and Omega (PG), noon; You Saturday Due Date (R), 6 and 9 p.m. Saturday You Again (PG), noon; Unstoppable monday-Thursday Closed Again (PG), 3 p.m.; Paranormal Activity 2 (R), 6 and sunday You Again (PG13), 2 p.m.; Lottery Ticket (PG13), 3, 6 and 9 p.m. 9 p.m. (PG13), 5:30 p.m. SUndaY You Again (PG), 1 p.m.; Unstoppable SUNDay Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows monday Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (PG13), 4 and 7 p.m. Theater DIRECTORY - Part 1 (PG13), noon, 4 and 8 p.m. - Part 1 (PG13), 7 p.m. monday Unstoppable (PG13), 7 p.m. monday Paranormal Activity 2 (R), 7 p.m. tuesday Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Tuesday Megamind (PG), 7 p.m. CAMP FOSTER 645-3465 TUEsday The American (R), 7 p.m. - Part 1 (PG13), 7 p.m. Wednesday Megamind (PG), 7 p.m. Kadena air base 634-1869 wednesday Due Date (R), 7 p.m. Wednesday The Town (R), 7 p.m. thursday You Again (PG), 7 p.m. (USO Night) 632-8781 thursday Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows thursday Unstoppable (PG13), 7 p.m. mcas futenma 636-3890 - Part 1 (PG13), 7 p.m. kinser Futenma (USO NIGHT) 636-2113 courtney Today Unstoppable (PG13), 3 and 6:30 p.m. Today Devil (PG13), 7 p.m. CAMP COURTNEY 622-9616 Today Megamind (PG), 7 p.m. thanksgiving Alpha and Omega (PG), 6:30 thanksgiving Harry Potter and the Deathly CAMP HANSEN 623-4564 thanksgiving Closed p.m. Hallows - Part 1 (PG13), 9 a.m., 2 and 7 p.m. (USO NIGHT) 623-5011 FRIDAY Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows FRIDAY You Again (PG), 6:30 p.m. FRIDAY Devil (PG13), 6:30 p.m. CAMP KINSER 637-2177 - Part 1 (PG13), 5 and 9 p.m. saturday You Again (PG), 3 p.m.; The Town (R), Saturday Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Saturday Megamind (PG), 2 p.m.; Devil (PG13), 6:30 p.m. - Part 1 (PG13), 11:30 a.m., 3 and 7 p.m. Camp Schwab 625-2333 6 p.m. SUNDAY You Again (PG), 3 p.m.; The Town (R), sunday The Social Network (PG13), 4 p.m.; Devil (USO NIGHT) 625-3834 sunday Megamind (PG), 2 p.m.; Due Date (R) 6 6:30 p.m. (PG13), 7 p.m. p.m. monday Closed monday Due Date (R), 6:30 p.m. Movie schedule is subject to change without notice. Monday Devil (PG13), 7 p.m. tuesday Closed tuesday Closed Call in advance to confirm show times. For a tuesday Closed Wednesday Harry Potter and the Deathly Hal- wednesday Closed complete listing, visit www.aafes.com. wednesday Unstoppable (PG13), 7 p.m. lows - Part 1 (PG13), 3 and 6:30 p.m. thursday Closed thursday Closed thursday Devil (PG13), 6:30 p.m.

Single marine ChapEL SCHEDULE program events Camp Foster | 645-7486 Camp Lester | 643-7248 • Catholic: Mon-Fri, 11:45 a.m.; • Catholic: Sun, 8 a.m. For more information, or to sign up, Sat, 5 p.m.; Sun, 10 a.m. • Non-Denominational: Sun, 9 a.m., contact the Single Marine Program at • Christian Science: Sun, 11 a.m., Bldg. 442 Hospital Chapel; Sun, 10 a.m., Lester 645-3681. • Eastern Orthodox: Divine Liturgy, Sun, Chapel 9:30 a.m.; Vespers, Sat, 5 p.m. All bus pick-up points will be • Gospel: Sun, 11:30 a.m.; 2nd, 3rd Sun, Camp McTureous | 622-9350 at Semper Fit gyms Children’s Church, 11 a.m. • Gospel: Sun, 12:30 p.m. or the Foster Fieldhouse. • Jewish: Informal: 1st, 3rd Fri, 6:30 p.m. • Latter Day Saints: Mon, 6:30 p.m. Camp Courtney | 622-9350 • Lutheran: Sun, 5 p.m. • Catholic: Sun, 8 a.m., Mass, Mon, Tues, • Muslim: Fri, Prayer, 12:45 p.m. Thurs, Fri 11:30 a.m. “Black and white holiday dinner party” at • Protestant: Sun, 8:30 a.m. • Protestant: Sun, 10:45 a.m. manza beach resort hotel: dec. 23 • Seventh Day Adventist: Sat, 9:30 a.m., • All single Marines, sailors and their guests are invited to the “Black Torii Station 644-5701/644-4281 Kadena Air Base | 634-1288 and White Holiday Dinner Party” at Manza Beach Resort Hotel from www.kadenachapel.org 6:30-10:30 p.m. Come dressed to impress for an evening of fine Camp Schwab | 622-9350 • Catholic: Sun, 8:30 a.m., Mass, Chapel 1; dining, fun, prizes, dancing and entertainment. Buses will leave Camp • Catholic: Sun, 5:30 p.m. Sun, 11:45 a.m., Mass, Chapel 1; Courtney at 4:10 p.m., Camp Foster at 4:20 p.m., Marine Corps Air • Protestant: Sun, 4 p.m. Sun, 4 p.m., Mass, Chapel 1; Station Futenma at 4:35 p.m., Camp Schwab at 4:45 p.m., Camp Daily Mass, Mon.-Fri., noon, Chapel 1 Hansen at 5:20 p.m. and Camp Kinser at 5:10 p.m. Sign up by Nov. 26. Camp Kinser | 637-1148 • Contemporary: Sun, 10 a.m., Chapel 1 • Catholic: Sun, noon • Gospel: Sun, 10:30 a.m., Chapel 3 Volunteer opportunities • Protestant: Sun, 9 a.m. • Traditional: Sun, 9:30 a.m., Chapel 2 • Toys for Tots Box Watch in front of all exchanges through the • Wiccan/Pagan: Sat, 2 p.m., Bldg. 856 weekends through Dec. 19. Call SMP for more information or to sign Camp Hansen | 622-9350 up. • Catholic: Sun, 10 a.m., E. Chapel MCAS Futenma | 636-3058 • Latter Day Saints: Wed, 6:30 p.m., Library • Catholic: Sun, noon • E.C. Killin Elementary “Fitness Gram Test” • Protestant: Sun, 12:30 p.m., E. Chapel • Contemporary: Fri, 7 p.m.; Sun, 9 a.m. - Assisting the school nurse Dec. 29 from 8:30 a.m.-2:55 p.m. - Administering the Fitness Gram Test Dec. 24, 26, 29 and 30 all marine corps base chapels: www.marines.mil/unit/mcbjapan/pages/Aroundmcbj/chapel.aspx from 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

• Every Friday: Volunteer at the Kinser Elementary School Reading Program on Camp Kinser each Friday from 8:45-11 a.m., except non- school days and half days.

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Japanese phrase of the week: To make your “Samui desu ne” (pronounced Sam-oo-ee des nay) contribution, visit • It means, “It’s cold, isn’t it?” www.cfcoverseas.org by Dec. 3 12 okinawa marine | SPORTS | november 24, 2010

Story and photos by Lance Cpl. Michael Iams Lance Cpl. Michael Iams okinawa marine staff okinawa marine staff MCCS hosts racquetball competition

he game was all tied up. of sporting events each month,” “We always use the official and emerged victorious again in The room fell silent as said Steven Upton, a sports coor- rules and bylaws in our compe- the doubles bracket along with TJeramy Brady bounced dinator with MCCS Semper Fit. titions,” said Upton. “We make his teammate Jeramy Brady. the ball, getting ready to serve. The double elimination com- very minimum changes because “Morgan is very competitive He threw the ball in the air, petition began with a singles we want the players to play the and a great player to have on cocked his racket back and tournament featuring one-on- purest form of the sport.” your team,” said Jeramy Brady. launched the ball across the one matches and later players Players came from a variety “It was really great for MCCS to court. The ball smacked against teamed up to compete in a of bases on Okinawa to compete host a sport like this and to com- the wall and zipped back down doubles bracket. in the competition. pete against classy players.” the court. Ace, game over! “Playing doubles is same “There is a good mix of To learn more about upcom- This was the scene Nov. 13 at as playing singles except you people with unbelievable talent ing tournaments, a racquetball competi- have a partner with you,” said here,” said Jeramy Brady. Rac- contact MCCS at tion hosted by Marine Heather Brady, a doubles com- quetball is a sport rarely played 645-3521. Corps Community petitor. “It’s kind of like tennis in comparison to other sports; Services at Camp just without a net and the walls having a competition is a great Foster’s Gunners can be used.” way for other people to learn Gym. Like every sport and competi- more about the sport, he said. “We hold a tion, there are rules. The rules After an afternoon of com- wide variety are set to keep order and fair- petition, the winners were ness throughout the declared. Jason Morgan domi- game. nated the singles tournament

Competitors at the racquetball competition held at Camp Foster’s Gunners Gym Nov. 13, team up for the doubles bracket. Each game was played to a score of 15 points and tiebreakers played to a game of 11 points.