A PUBLICATION OF THE 502nd AIR BASE WING

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND AIR FORCE BASE, TEXAS • www.lackland.af.mil • V ol. 69 No. 20 • MAY 18, 2012

Safety Sense JBSA promotes awareness for Critical Days of Summer PG2 Dawg on it! Chutes to Shoots Former PJ credits Air Force for successful acting career PG6 San Antonio Salutes City honors military with River Walk parade, concert PG10 VIA Metropolitan Transit off ers transportation to Saturday’s Salute to Our Heroes River Walk parade and concert. Express Route 65 bus service from the JBSA-Lackland Visitors Center to the USO Club downtown is available starting at 8:30 a.m. for $2.50 one way. The last bus leaves the USO for Lackland at 10:02 p.m.

Photo by Robbin Cresswell U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Joshua Aleprete and his 8-year-old Belgian Malinois, Nero, a patrol and narcotics detection dog, confront Army Staff Sgt. Steven Ramil, a military working dog trainer assigned to the 341st Training Squadron, May 4 during the 2012 Department of Defense K-9 Trials at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. Ramil served as a decoy during the Handler Protection/Vehicle Traffi c Stop event. Aleprete is assigned to the 11th Security Forces Group, Joint Base Andrews, Md. Hosted by the 341st TRS, the four-day event pitted 43 teams from the U.S. Army, Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps in competition to determine the top military handlers and dogs in the DOD. For more, including competition results, see Pages 12-13.

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Joint Base San Antonio JBSA kicks off Critical Days of Summer Lackland NEWS IN BRIEF Editorial Staff By Jewell Hicks proven that seatbelts save lives. SALUTE TO OUR HEROES CONCERT Country music star Tracy Lawrence will Chief, 502nd Air Base Wing Safety • Be aware of surroundings and an- BRIG. GEN. THERESA C. CARTER, ticipate the unexpected. COMMANDER headline Operation Homefront’s Salute emorial Day holiday week- • Don’t speed to arrive early – it’s bet- to Our Heroes concert Saturday at the end is an opportunity for ter to arrive late than not at all. OSCAR BALLADARES, Institute of Texas Cultures in downtown us to honor the brave men • Don’t drink and drive; the odds are DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS San Antonio. and women who have madee against you. The free concert honors active-duty M JOE BELA, CHIEF, military members and veterans following the ultimate sacrifi ce for our freedom. We encourage everyone to go out and INTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS It also marks the beginning of the Criti- have a good time this summer, doing 210-671-4111 the Here’s to Our Heroes Parade on the San cal Days of Summer, which continues everything possible to ensure that the Antonio River. through the Labor Day weekend. good time does not turn into a prevent- MANAGING EDITOR, VACANT According to the Air Force Safety able tragic mishap. JBSA AFSO21 8-STEP WORKSHOPS MIKE JOSEPH, Personal safety is the responsibility Joint Base San Antonio’s Air Force Center offi cials, these next 15 weeks SENIOR WRITER, 210-671-4357 have historically been a period of in- of each individual and risk management Smart Operations for the 21st Century creased off-duty activities and risk tak- should be a vital part of all activities, JOSE T. GARZA, III 8-Step Problem Solving Workshops areat ing which unfortunately often results in both on- and off-duty. SPORTS/STAFF WRITER, JBSA-Randolph Thursday in Bldg. 100, Courtesy photo by Will Ewing increased injuries and fatalities. Don’t forget to involve the family in 210-671-0478 and at JBSA-Lackland June 14 in the 37th Workers prepare a giant crane to hoist the autographed steel beam atop the new Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center May 11. As a result, safety centers across the your activities or travel plans. They can Training Wing headquarters, Bldg. 2484. DOROTHY LONAS, help evaluate potential hazards in your To register, visit the AFSO21 Community Department of Defense launch cam- DESIGN/LAYOUT, 210-671-5049 paigns during the Memorial Day week- plans and offer some mitigation strate- of Practice page on the Air Force Portal. Topping Out end to increase safety awareness and vented the impendingdi didisastertb, buttt theyh gies. If at JBSA-Randolph, call Brian Marchi- promote risk management during this did not step up. Visit the Air Force Safety Center Offi ce: tello at 210-652-9168 for more informa- 1701 Kenly Ave. Suite 102 tion. JBSA-Lackland personnel can call critical period. Thirteen of the 18 fatalities the Air website to download several tools and Lackland AFB, Texas During the Critical Days of Summer Force experienced last year involved au- programs available for commanders and 78236-5103 Sean Harrington at 210-671-8295. (210) 671-1786; Placement of beam marks last year, the Air Force experienced 18 tomobiles and motorcycles. There were supervisors to use throughout the 15 (fax) 671-2022 AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM fatalities. Bringing that closer to home, three sports and recreational fatalities, weeks of the campaign. There are topics Email: [email protected] 18 families lost loved ones and their one pedestrian fatality, and one miscel- for each week with recommended dis- Commander’s Action Line: The Lackland Retiree Activities Offi ce is lives will never be the same. laneous fatality. cussion points. If you have questions, [email protected]. sponsoring an AARP safe driver program We often seem to think these trag- Not a surprise, but alcohol, speed, please contact the safety offi ce at your Straight Talk: 671-6397 (NEWS) Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Freedom For advertising information: milestone for new WHASC Chapel. edies happen only to other people. fatigue, lack of profi ciency and personal location for additional assistance. Prime Time Military Newspapers By Staff Sgt. Micky Bazaldua up to autograph the monumental steel Ave E at Third Street Participants receive a certifi cate, which The reality is if you could ask families risk management were all contributing This year’s Critical Days of Summer 59th Medical Wing Public Affairs structure. who’ve lost loved ones, I’m sure their factors in most of these instances. kick-off event is May 24 next to the San Antonio, Texas 78205 makes them eligible for a discount in (210) 250-2519 automobile insurance. The course is good The beam also bears the signatures stories would be quite different. Here are some simple but effective commissary parking lot at Joint Base (fax) 250-2570 The new $425 million energy effi cient of senior military leaders, including Maj. It is unfortunate, but in many fatal reminders that could help keep you San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston. The for three years. Cost is $12 for AARP members with Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center Gen. Byron Hepburn, 59th MDW com- circumstances, our military members from becoming a statistic during the event is an opportunity for people to ex- is beginning to take shape. A “topping mander and director of the San Antonio lost their lives as a result of poor deci- Critical Days of Summer: perience various traffi c-related demon- This newspaper is published by Prime their membership card and $14 for non- Time Military Newspapers, a private members. out” ceremony May 10 marked the place- Military Health System; Lt. Gen. Patricia sions. • Don’t talk or text on the cell phone strations and speak with safety experts. fi rm in no way connected with the ment of the fi nal steel beam on the A Horoho, U.S. Army Surgeon General; and Even worse, there were several while driving unless using a hands-free I challenge each of you to help make U.S. Air Force, under exclusive written For information, contact the Retiree contract with Lackland AFB, Texas. Activities Offi ce at 210-671-2728 or B.J. wing, part of the fi rst phase of the con- 59th MDW Command Chief Master Sgt. instances where a wingman or battle device. this the safest summer on record for This commercial enterprise Air Force struction project. Richard Robinson. buddy could have intervened and pre- • Buckle up! It’s the law and it’s been Joint Base San Antonio. newspaper is an authorized publication Laymon after 1 p.m. at 210-671-4208. for members of the U.S. military The placement marked the completion “It was a huge team effort between services. Contents of the Talespinner of the fi rst of three phases of the project, Joint Base San Antonio, our sister ser- are not necessarily the offi cial views of, SECURE PATIENT-PROVIDER MESSAGING or endorsed by, the U.S. government, Registration is underway for MiCare, the which is part of the San Antonio Military vices, the Army Corp of Engineers, the OMMANDER S ACTION LINE the Department of Defense, or the Health Systems objective to improve its construction team, civic leaders and the C ’ Department of the Air Force. online secure messaging application that The appearance of advertising in allows for confi dential communications military health care facilities and provide state of Texas that I am very thankful to The Action Line is your Your contact information 292-4567, or email your re- this publication, including inserts or better access to care and treatment for its be a part of,” said McClain. supplements, does not constitute between doctors and patients. avenue for addressing is- allows us to obtain more in- quest to [email protected]. endorsement by the Department of Patients can use MiCare to reach their benefi ciaries and their family members. The A wing will house primary care sues you’ve been unable to formation, if needed, to help mil. Defense, the Department of the Air Force “The impact of the new WHASC and functions. Costing about $70 million, the or Prime Time Military Newspapers, of health care providers, discuss non-urgent resolve through your chain resolve your issue. For issues related to basic the products or services advertised. symptoms or illnesses, receive lab results, outpatient clinic will reach around the fi rst phase of construction includes a new of command or an appropri- To submit an Action Line training or technical train- Everything advertised in this world, providing fi rst class health care,” 1,000-car parking garage and a new cen- publication shall be made available request medication renewals and more. Photo by Airman 1st Class Courtney Moses ate agency. comment, email the JBSA- ing, email the 37th Training for purchase, use or patronage without said Air Force Col. James McClain, vice tral energy plant. In order to protect health care privacy, U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Byron Hepburn It also allows you to give Lackland Public Affairs Of- Wing at 37TRW.PA.INBOX@ regard to race, color, religion, sex, commander, 59th Medical Wing. Three more wings will be built to com- national origin, age, marital status, patients must visit their primary care looks on as U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Patricia feedback and recognize out- fi ce at actionline@lackland. us.af.mil. physical handicap, political affi liation, As customary, the beam was signed plete the new facility, which will provide clinic to begin the registration process. For Horoho signs the steel beam during her vis- standing people and units. af.mil. Items of interest may or any other non-merit factor of the by key leaders before it was raised into same-day, ambulatory surgery, primary purchaser, user or patron. pediatric patients, parents must register it to the Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical care, and almost 40 sub-specialty out- If you leave your name For issues related to the be printed in the Lackland Editorial content is edited, prepared fi rst and then request to communicate place. Center May 4. and telephone number or Wilford Hall Ambulatory Talespinner. and provided by the Public Affairs Offi ce Participants in the signing included patient and ancillary services. of the 502nd Air Base Wing. All photos, with their children’s pediatric team. email address, you will re- Surgical Center, call the Anonymous inquiries will unless otherwise indicated, are U.S. Air For information, call your local primary McClain, Army Col. Mary McAfee, deputy Schafer, vice-president of J.E. Dunn con- Projected for completion in 2015, the ceive a reply. WHASC Action Line at 210- not be published. Force photos. commander of the WHASC; Col. Richard struction company. state-of-the-art outpatient ambulatory Deadline for submissions care clinic. is noon Thursday the week prior Muraski, commander, U.S. Army Corps of The signing was extended to WHASC surgical center will be the largest in the to publication. Engineers, Fort Worth District; and Dirk staff and construction crew, who lined Department of Defense. MAY 18, 2012 TALESPINNER news PAGE 3

NEWS IN BRIEF SALUTE TO OUR HEROES CONCERT Country music star Tracy Lawrence will headline Operation Homefront’s Salute to Our Heroes concert Saturday at the Institute of Texas Cultures in downtown San Antonio. The free concert honors active-duty military members and veterans following the Here’s to Our Heroes Parade on the San Antonio River.

JBSA AFSO21 8-STEP WORKSHOPS Joint Base San Antonio’s Air Force Smart Operations for the 21st Century 8-Step Problem Solving Workshops areat JBSA-Randolph Thursday in Bldg. 100, Courtesy photo by Will Ewing and at JBSA-Lackland June 14 in the 37th Workers prepare a giant crane to hoist the autographed steel beam atop the new Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center May 11. Training Wing headquarters, Bldg. 2484. To register, visit the AFSO21 Community of Practice page on the Air Force Portal. Topping Out If at JBSA-Randolph, call Brian Marchi- tello at 210-652-9168 for more informa- tion. JBSA-Lackland personnel can call Sean Harrington at 210-671-8295. Placement of beam marks AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM The Lackland Retiree Activities Offi ce is sponsoring an AARP safe driver program Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Freedom milestone for new WHASC Chapel. Participants receive a certifi cate, which By Staff Sgt. Micky Bazaldua up to autograph the monumental steel 59th Medical Wing Public Affairs makes them eligible for a discount in structure. automobile insurance. The course is good The beam also bears the signatures for three years. The new $425 million energy effi cient of senior military leaders, including Maj. Cost is $12 for AARP members with Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center Gen. Byron Hepburn, 59th MDW com- their membership card and $14 for non- is beginning to take shape. A “topping mander and director of the San Antonio members. out” ceremony May 10 marked the place- Military Health System; Lt. Gen. Patricia For information, contact the Retiree ment of the fi nal steel beam on the A Horoho, U.S. Army Surgeon General; and Activities Offi ce at 210-671-2728 or B.J. wing, part of the fi rst phase of the con- 59th MDW Command Chief Master Sgt. Laymon after 1 p.m. at 210-671-4208. struction project. Richard Robinson. The placement marked the completion “It was a huge team effort between of the fi rst of three phases of the project, Joint Base San Antonio, our sister ser- SECURE PATIENT-PROVIDER MESSAGING Registration is underway for MiCare, the which is part of the San Antonio Military vices, the Army Corp of Engineers, the online secure messaging application that Health Systems objective to improve its construction team, civic leaders and the allows for confi dential communications military health care facilities and provide state of Texas that I am very thankful to between doctors and patients. better access to care and treatment for its be a part of,” said McClain. Patients can use MiCare to reach their benefi ciaries and their family members. The A wing will house primary care health care providers, discuss non-urgent “The impact of the new WHASC and functions. Costing about $70 million, the symptoms or illnesses, receive lab results, outpatient clinic will reach around the fi rst phase of construction includes a new request medication renewals and more. world, providing fi rst class health care,” 1,000-car parking garage and a new cen- said Air Force Col. James McClain, vice Photo by Airman 1st Class Courtney Moses tral energy plant. In order to protect health care privacy, U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Byron Hepburn patients must visit their primary care commander, 59th Medical Wing. Three more wings will be built to com- As customary, the beam was signed looks on as U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Patricia plete the new facility, which will provide clinic to begin the registration process. For Horoho signs the steel beam during her vis- by key leaders before it was raised into same-day, ambulatory surgery, primary pediatric patients, parents must register it to the Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical care, and almost 40 sub-specialty out- fi rst and then request to communicate place. Center May 4. with their children’s pediatric team. Participants in the signing included patient and ancillary services. For information, call your local primary McClain, Army Col. Mary McAfee, deputy Schafer, vice-president of J.E. Dunn con- Projected for completion in 2015, the care clinic. commander of the WHASC; Col. Richard struction company. state-of-the-art outpatient ambulatory Muraski, commander, U.S. Army Corps of The signing was extended to WHASC surgical center will be the largest in the Engineers, Fort Worth District; and Dirk staff and construction crew, who lined Department of Defense. PAGE 4 TALESPINNER MAY 18, 2012 METC welcomes new command chief By Lisa Braun signment of personnel within the organizations. Medical Education and Training Campus Public Affairs “I can’t tell you how excited I am to be here at METC and become part of a truly exceptional team,” JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUS- said Berry. “Being a part of training the fi nest med- TON – The Medical Education & Training Campus ics, corpsmen, and techs is simply a mission I want welcomed the organization’s new command chief, to be a part of, and I can’t wait to get started.” Chief Master Sgt. Joel Berry here May 1. Berry said, “METC provides such a unique and Berry relieved Chief Master Sgt. Kevin Lambing, one-of-a kind educational and training experience. who will assume his new position as chief of the I’m just humbled to be a part of the leadership Air Force Medical Enlisted Force in the Offi ce of team.” the Surgeon General. Berry grew up in Elkton, Va. He entered the Air Berry arrived at METC following an assignment Force in November 1988. After completing basic as the senior enlisted leader of the Air Force Re- military training, he attended the aeromedical spe- search Laboratory and 711th Human Performance cialist course at Brooks Air Force Base. Following Wing, and group superintendant of the USAF School technical training, he served as an aeromedical spe- of Aerospace Medicine, Wright Patterson Air Force cialist at Langley AFB, Va. Base, Ohio. As a career enlisted medic, he has served as an As senior enlisted advisor to three commanders, emergency medical technician, in-fl ight aeromedical Berry provided advice and guidance on matters re- specialist, in a variety of other public health duties, lating to mentoring, professional growth, develop- and as a technical school instructor, squadron su- ment, welfare, training, readiness, utilization and perintendent, and major command superintendent/ recognition, affecting more than 10,000 enlisted, functional manager. offi cers, civilians and contractors assigned to more His past assignments include tours of duty in Vir- than 40 operating locations around the world. ginia, Maryland, Texas, Idaho, Ohio and Germany. He also managed academic and personal con- Berry has deployed to locations in support of Op- cerns affecting more than 5,000 students annually, erations Southern Watch, Enduring Freedom and Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Joel Berry to include counseling, mentorship and career reas- Iraqi Freedom. New METC Command Chief PAGE 6 TALESPINNER MAY 18, 2012

Photo by Alan Boedeker Master Sgt. Brandon Hannasch, fl ight chief, Basic Offi cer Course, guides actor Jon Huertas as he lays down a burst of suppressive fi re from an M249 machine gun during a simulated assault May 4 at Camp Bullis. Making the jump Former PJ credits Air Force for successful acting career By Mike Joseph purposes for the 36 entertainment lot of knowledge, and I think it’s go- advisor because of his Air Force ser- Senior Writer industry executives, producers, direc- ing to benefi t their projects and the vice, particularly on “Castle.” tors and writers. The purposes of the Air Force.” “(Castle’s) executive producer al- A former pararescueman credits visit were to: educate and inform the Huertas graduated high school at lowed me to create the back story of the Air Force for helping him make a group about the people, mission and 17, spent a year in college, and then my character,” Huertas said. “I want- successful jump from the military to equipment of the Air Force and the joined the Air Force in 1987. His de- ed my character to be a veteran, an a television and fi lm career. 37th Training Wing; generate ideas cision to serve in the military simply Army Special Forces guy. He let me Jon Huertas, born Jon William for future portrayals of the Air Force followed a family pattern. work that in. Hofstedt, served eight years in the in television and fi lm; and equip en- “A lot of men in my family went into “They always ask me to help with Air Force as a pararescue jumper tertainment industry professionals to the military, and I decided that as kind tactical things, weapons, and scripts and nuclear weapons technician. He more accurately and realistically de- of a rite of passage I would go into that come down about the military.” took advantage of the Air Force edu- pict the Air Force people, mission and the Air Force,” he said. “It was also Huertas credits what he learned cational opportunities to pursue his equipment in existing projects. a place to take advantage of a great and experienced in the Air Force as fi rst love – acting. “It defi nitely is going to help and (educational) system. a driving force in his acting career. “I wanted to be an actor since I inspire me,” Huertas said about the “I was in for eight years, but my “(The graduation parade we at- was a small child,” said Huertas. “The visit. “One lady in the group is de- desire was to always be an actor. The tended) showed me that team build- success I’ve been able to accomplish veloping a script on (another service Air Force helped me achieve that by ing is still very important, and I think in the entertainment industry I al- branch), but after seeing a basic train- allowing me to get an education, to that’s what I got from the Air Force,” ways correlate to my time in the Air ing graduation, said she would switch study as much theater as I could, and he said. “The team support allowed Force.” it to the Air Force. She had tears in eventually earn a degree in theater. me to keep reaching for my goal. Huertas was on base last week as her eyes; it defi nitely affected her. The support I got from the people I “Without the structure, discipline part of a Hollywood entertainment in- “A lot of these writers and produc- worked with was just amazing.” and initiative I learned in the Air dustry group visit to Joint Base San ers are looking for ways on, ‘how do I Huertas has parlayed his military Force, I don’t think I would have Antonio-Lackland and Camp Bullis. tell a new story about the Air Force?’ background into numerous roles in lasted because of the ups and downs Huertas, president and CEO of Sol- “How do I incorporate it into a story fi lm and television. He played a ser- in this business,” Huertas added. “The dier Stories Entertainment, currently the general public would want to see,” geant in the HBO miniseries “Gener- ‘never quit’ warrior mentality carried portrays homicide detective Javier Es- said Huertas, who is also working on ation Kill,” about the 2003 invasion me through. The character building posito on the television show “Castle,” a project about the Air Force. “I can of Iraq, and a lieutenant in the fi lm also helped me, and I don’t think I now in its fourth season. already see people gaining interest “Stealth Fighter.” would be a working actor today with- The two-day visit served multiple from this trip. They will take away a He does get calls to be a technical out the Air Force.” MAY 18, 2012 TALESPINNER PAGE 7

Photo by Robbin Cresswell Twelve of 14 Lackland Offi cers’ Spouses’ Club scholarship recipients pose for a photo following the presentation ceremony held May 10 at the Gateway Club. The LOSC, with support from the Air Force Credit Union and First Command, awarded $15,000 in scholar- ship money this year. 2012 Offi cers' Spouses' Club Scholarship Recipients Ta� ana Tway $2,000 scholarship, parents Chief Master Sgt. John and Melissa Tway Jus� n McClain $1,000 scholarship, parents Col Jim and Marta McClain George Garcia II $1,000 scholarship, parents Maj. (ret.) George and Irene Garcia Shelby Brantley $1,000 scholarship, parents Lt. Col. Eddie Brantley Vanessa Marino $1,000 scholarship, parents Maj. Michelle Marino Lancaster Weld $1,000 scholarship, parents Lt. Col. Kyle and Sandi Weld Tiara Smith $1,000 scholarship, parents Master Sgt. (ret.) Johnny and Cherie Smith Aaron Allen $1,000 scholarship, parents Maj. Stephen Allen Aislinn Kay $1,000 scholarship, parents Master Sgt. (ret.) Joel and Heidi Kay Carter Mann $1,000 scholarship, parents Col. Kelly and Nancy Mann Andre Cleaver $1,000 scholarship, parents Senior Master Sgt. (ret.) Terry Cleaver Amber Wilson $1,000 scholarship, parents Lt. Col. Candace and David Wilson Antonia Robertson $1,000 scholarship, parents Staff Sgt. (ret.) Anthony Robertson Miranda Muzina $1,000 scholarship, spouse Maj. Brian Clement

JOGGING RULES OF THE ROAD: Wearing portable headphones, earphones, or other listening devices while running, jogging, walking, bicycling, skating or operating a motor vehicle on Lackland roadways and sidewalks is PROHIBITED. PAGE 8 TALESPINNER MAY 18, 2012

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SPOTLIGHT ON MILITARY JUSTICE ploying 90,000 men and women, San As a special tribute to the Armed Antonio proudly boasts the title of “Mili- Forces, the City of San Antonio will dye The 802nd Mission Support Group Offi ce of the Staff Judge Advocate processed the tary City USA.” the river blue for the parade. The River following judgments on Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland April 2-19: On Saturday, National Armed Forces Walk parade route will also be decorat- Day, San Antonio salutes all branches ed with yellow ribbons, purchased by • A senior airman from the ual received 15 days extra and forfeited $745 pay per of larceny. The individual pay was suspended. of the Armed Forces by hosting the in- the community in memory of those who 324th Training Squadron duty and a reprimand. The month for two months. received 15 days restriction • An airman fi rst class from augural Here’s to Our Heroes Military serve, or have served our country. was found guilty of violat- Airman was restricted to • A senior airman from the to base, 15 days extra duty the 344th TRS, Det. 1, was River Parade, taking place along the Lt. Gen. William B. Caldwell IV, com- ing a general order. The base for 15 days, and for- 802nd Operations Support and a reprimand, and for- found guilty of underage San Antonio River Walk. mander of U.S. Army North, will serve individual received a rep- feited $689 pay per month Squadron was found guilty feited $745 pay per month drinking. The individual re- “What better way to celebrate Armed as grand marshal for the parade. The rimand and a reduction in for two months. of failing to obey a law- for two months. ceived a reduction in rank Forces Day than to come together as a National Anthem will be performed by rank to airman fi rst class, • A technical sergeant from ful order. The individual • An airman fi rst class from to airman and a reprimand. community at the heart of one of Amer- Angie Johnson of “The Voice” television and forfeited $500 pay per the 344th TRS, Detach- received a suspended re- the 343rd TRS was found Forfeiture of $835 pay was ica’s most popular attractions, the San show and accompanied by the Air Force month for two months. ment 1, was found guilty duction in rank to airman guilty of larceny. The indi- suspended. Antonio River Walk, for a historic Mili- Tops In Blue entertainment troupe. • A staff sergeant from the of failing to return to work fi rst class and a reprimand, vidual received a reduction • An airman basic from tary River Parade,” said San Antonio The celebration culminates with a 59th Laboratory Squadron and signing a false offi cial and forfeited $990 pay per in rank to airman basic, 15 the 344th TRS, Det. 1, was Mayor Julián Castro. “Our community’s free concert, featuring Tracy Lawrence, was found guilty of leaving statement. The individual month for two months. days restriction to base, 15 found guilty of underage respect, pride and love of country, com- in Hemisfair Park in front of the Insti- work early and failing to re- received a reprimand and • A staff sergeant from the days extra duty and a rep- drinking. The individual re- bined with the tremendous presence of tute of Texan Cultures. turn to work. The individual a reduction in rank to staff 319th TRS was found guilty rimand, and forfeited $745 ceived a reprimand and for- our military, embodies why San Antonio The Here’s to Our Heroes Military received a reprimand and sergeant. Forfeited $1,506 of violating a no contact or- pay per month for two feited $745 pay per month is Military City USA.” River Parade is free to view from the a suspended reduction in pay per month for two der. The individual received months. for two months. One month The Here’s to Our Heroes Military patios and balconies of River Walk busi- rank to senior airman, and months was suspended. a reprimand and a sus- • An airman from the 344th was suspended. River Parade will make its way through nesses or from the banks of the San forfeited $1,181 pay per • An airman basic from the pended reduction in rank TRS, Det. 1, was found • An airman fi rst class from the San Antonio River Walk, commenc- Antonio River Walk. Reserved seating is month for two months. 343rd TRS was found guilty to senior airman, and for- guilty of failing to obey a the 543rd Support Squadron ing at 3 p.m. with an opening ceremony available at the Arneson River Theatre, • An airman basic from the of underage drinking. The feited $787 pay per month lawful order. The individual was found guilty of failing to at the Arneson River Theater. The pa- $15; along the extension of the River 343rd TRS was found guilty individual received a rep- for two months. received a reduction in rank go. The individual received rade will feature 25 decorated fl oats Walk near the Chamber of Commerce of dereliction of duty by re- rimand, 15 days restriction • An airman basic from the to airman basic and a repri- a reprimand and a reduc- themed according to their participants, Building, $10; and the Rivercenter Mall fusing to train. The individ- to base, 15 days extra duty, 343rd TRS was found guilty mand. Forfeiture of $745 in tion in rank to Airman. and will include all branches of the lagoon, $10. To purchase tickets online, military, veterans, and military support visit www.thesanantonioriverwalk.com. MAY 18, 2012 TALESPINNER PAGE 11 SPOTLIGHT ON MILITARY JUSTICE The 802nd Mission Support Group Offi ce of the Staff Judge Advocate processed the following judgments on Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland April 2-19:

• A senior airman from the ual received 15 days extra and forfeited $745 pay per of larceny. The individual pay was suspended. 324th Training Squadron duty and a reprimand. The month for two months. received 15 days restriction • An airman fi rst class from was found guilty of violat- Airman was restricted to • A senior airman from the to base, 15 days extra duty the 344th TRS, Det. 1, was ing a general order. The base for 15 days, and for- 802nd Operations Support and a reprimand, and for- found guilty of underage individual received a rep- feited $689 pay per month Squadron was found guilty feited $745 pay per month drinking. The individual re- rimand and a reduction in for two months. of failing to obey a law- for two months. ceived a reduction in rank rank to airman fi rst class, • A technical sergeant from ful order. The individual • An airman fi rst class from to airman and a reprimand. and forfeited $500 pay per the 344th TRS, Detach- received a suspended re- the 343rd TRS was found Forfeiture of $835 pay was month for two months. ment 1, was found guilty duction in rank to airman guilty of larceny. The indi- suspended. • A staff sergeant from the of failing to return to work fi rst class and a reprimand, vidual received a reduction • An airman basic from 59th Laboratory Squadron and signing a false offi cial and forfeited $990 pay per in rank to airman basic, 15 the 344th TRS, Det. 1, was was found guilty of leaving statement. The individual month for two months. days restriction to base, 15 found guilty of underage work early and failing to re- received a reprimand and • A staff sergeant from the days extra duty and a rep- drinking. The individual re- turn to work. The individual a reduction in rank to staff 319th TRS was found guilty rimand, and forfeited $745 ceived a reprimand and for- received a reprimand and sergeant. Forfeited $1,506 of violating a no contact or- pay per month for two feited $745 pay per month a suspended reduction in pay per month for two der. The individual received months. for two months. One month rank to senior airman, and months was suspended. a reprimand and a sus- • An airman from the 344th was suspended. forfeited $1,181 pay per • An airman basic from the pended reduction in rank TRS, Det. 1, was found • An airman fi rst class from month for two months. 343rd TRS was found guilty to senior airman, and for- guilty of failing to obey a the 543rd Support Squadron • An airman basic from the of underage drinking. The feited $787 pay per month lawful order. The individual was found guilty of failing to 343rd TRS was found guilty individual received a rep- for two months. received a reduction in rank go. The individual received of dereliction of duty by re- rimand, 15 days restriction • An airman basic from the to airman basic and a repri- a reprimand and a reduc- fusing to train. The individ- to base, 15 days extra duty, 343rd TRS was found guilty mand. Forfeiture of $745 in tion in rank to Airman. PAGE 12 TALESPINNER MAY 18, 2012 MAY 18, 2012 TALESPINNER PAGE 13 Navy handler claims ‘Top Dog’ honors Base hosts DOD military working dog competition

By Senior Airman Scott Saldukas Military Working Dog schoolhouse on Lackland. 47th Flying Training Wing Public Affairs “It was outstanding from start to fi nish,” said U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Jessy Eslick, DOD MWD Re- The 2012 Department of Defense Mili- search and Development Section senior NCO in tary Working Dog Trials came to a close May charge. “The event planning started in Decem- 5 with the selection of a U.S. Navy handler as ber 2011, and many individuals came togeth- “Top Dog” following a grueling three-day com- er as part of a team to put on a great event.” petition at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. The fi nal round of competition was the Iron Dog Photo by Senior Airman Corey Hook U.S. Navy Petty Offi cer 1st Class Ekali Brooks, event – a demanding six-mile course that tested U.S. Army Sgt. David Varkett, accompanied by his 4-year-old Labrador, Nouschka, an explosives detection dog, an MWD instructor with the 341st Training each team’s endurance and ability to work as one drags a 200-pound dummy during the Department of Defense Military Working Dog Trials May 4. Dog handlers and Squadron here earned the honor, besting han- cohesive unit. The event had MWD handlers wearing their canine counterparts completed several trials that simulated real-world situations. Varkett is a military working dlers from 42 other teams throughout the DOD. full combat gear, including a ruck sack laden with dog handler assigned to the 51st Military Police Detachment, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash. The competitors came together to test their a 35-pound sandbag. The trek covered terrain that skills in simulated scenarios included patrolling, required handlers to carry their canine partners, and explosives and drug detection in both de- low crawl with simulated gunfi re overhead, and re- ployed environments and home station locations. trieve an unconscious victim from a perilous area. Results of the 2012 DOD Military Working Dog Trial “It was a beautiful thing, winning two catego- Appreciating the opportunity to get together ries and being named Top Dog in front of the and better the profession, Eslick said he was canine community. There are some great han- most excited to see the diverse types of train- Patrol Drug Detection dlers here so I’m on cloud nine,” Brooks said. ing being conducted at the different locations. At 37 years old, Brooks, one of the oldest competi- “That being said, we have some work to do to 1st place – U.S. Navy Petty Offi cer 1st Class 1st place –U.S. Army Sgt. Paul Helm tors, expressed the importance of getting the differ- improve and learn from the handlers and train- ent branches of service together because although ers before us,” Eslick said. “The dog world is Ekali Brooks 2nd place – U.S. Army Spc. David Cartwright the event was challenging, it was a good learn- changing every day and we need to stay on top ing experience for the handlers who participated. of the new technology and training techniques.” 2nd place –U.S. Army Sgt. Alfredo Guajardo 3rd place – U.S. Army Spc. Cesar Ventura “It allowed us to handle scenarios we may ac- “I have pride in being part of such a spe- tually come across here or while deployed. We cial group of individuals who are dedicated to 3rd place –U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Brian Dorsey were able to help each other by pointing out the improving every day,” Eslick said. “When the good or bad things (we) saw. In the end, it makes time comes and you’re asked to go out on the Iron Dog us all better handlers,” said the Top Dog winner. front lines, you know that you and your dog are The competition followed several days of joint there to save lives. You can’t ask for a great- Explosive Detection 1st place – Guajardo training and instruction at the Air Force-led DOD er responsibility than being a dog handler.” 1st place – Brooks 2nd place – U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Justin Kitts Photo by Senior Airman Corey Hook U.S. Navy Petty Offi cer 1st Class Nicholas Webster, master at arms and military working dog handler, 2nd place – U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Larry Brown 3rd place –U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Joshua Handy carries his 6-year-old German shepherd, Fergina, a patrol and explosives detection dog, as they compete at the Department of Defense Military Working Dog Trials at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland May 4. Military working dogs and their handlers from the Army, Navy, Air Force and Marines competed in the 3rd place – U.S. Army Sgt. Jarred Palmer event. Webster is stationed at Naval Air Station Corpus Christi. Top Dog – Brooks PAGE 14 TALESPINNER MAY 18, 2012 Survey lets Airmen speak Would you like to tell your leaders what you there are issues that need to be addressed, I want think? You have that opportunity through the 2012 you to be candid and say so. If you are satisfi ed Air Force Climate Survey. with your work environment, I would like to know The survey has offi cially kicked off, and all Air- that too.” men will receive email invitations with a personal- Survey results will be briefed to Donley and the ized link to enable them to share their thoughts, Air Force Chief of Staff in September. said Nicole Gamez, Air Force Manpower Agency. “It is important to note that unit reports do not The survey will be available online through June contain any demographic information aside from 22. active duty, Guard, Reserve or civilian status and The Air Force Climate Survey solicits opinions offi cer, enlisted or civilian category breakouts,” and perceptions of Air Force active duty, Reserve, Gamez said. “If fewer than seven people respond Guard and civilian personnel on a wide range of to any status or category, the results for that status topics, including resources, recognition, satisfac- or category will not be reported in a breakout at tion and unit performance. that unit level.” “Every member of the Total Force, military or “The feedback serves to improve each organiza- civilian, plays a critical part in our mission suc- tion and our entire Air Force,” said Gamez. “Look cess,” said Secretary of the Air Force Michael Don- for your personal invitation to participate in the ley. “The questions are hard-hitting and we need survey in your inbox and speak today to shape to- your direct, honest feedback.” morrow!” The survey includes major command-specifi c For more on about the 2012 AF Climate Survey, questions, as well as opportunities to express opin- and to view the results of the 2010 survey, go to the ions on how organizations can improve. Air Force Portal and click on the survey link. “Your feedback is confi dential, so do not hesitate (Courtesy, Air Force Personnel, Services and to let us know how you truly feel,” Donley said. “If Manpower Public Affairs)

The Department of Defense dog breeding program needs FOSTER a families to foster puppies for three months. PUPPY Potential foster families need: • time and patience to raise a puppy age 12 weeks to six months, • a stimulating and safe home environment, and • a desire to help raise a military working dog. Call 671-3686 MAY 18, 2012 TALESPINNER PAGE 15 DeCA commissaries celebrate Military Appreciation Month By Sallie Cauthers, Sale.” Acosta will offer more than “military in uniform” labels on Defense Commissary Agency 400,000 coupon fl yers in commis- its 32-ounce bottles. Through saries worldwide. A portion of the its “Honoring Our Heroes” con- FORT LEE, Va. – Honoring ser- proceeds from this sale will go to test, Gatorade will offer commis- vice members and their families, the Fisher House Foundation. A sary shoppers the opportunity to in observance of Military Appre- Fisher House provides a “home honor their military heroes by ciation Month, highlights the pro- away from home” for families of going to www.gatorademilitary. motions offering extra discounts patients receiving medical care at com and, in 200 words or less, in commissaries during May. major military and Veterans Af- tell Gatorade who deserves to be “You could also call this the fairs medical centers. awarded cash and free grocer- ‘Month of the Super Coupon,’” • Canoe Giveaway. Throughout ies. Those nominated must be said Chris Burns, the Defense the summer, Hershey will spon- authorized commissary patrons. Commissary Agency’s director of sor the Old Town Saranac 14- Three prize levels will be offered sales, “because there’s a wealth foot canoe giveaway event. This to include cash and commissary of high-value coupons available store display will promote all of gift cards. Each participant who in May for commissary shoppers Hershey’s chocolate and Twizzler submits an essay online will be worldwide – get them while sup- products and military-specifi c in- provided a VIP “Free Product Ga- plies last!” stant redeemable coupons. torade” coupon redeemable only Throughout May, DeCA’s indus- • Road to Fitness. The Kel- in a commissary. In addition, all try partners – vendors, suppliers logg’s Company offers shoppers winners will be recognized at and brokers – will host many a chance to win free bicycles. their commissary and in military in-store promotions and provide Kellogg’s will also offer various media publications. extra savings focused on Military coupons and product demonstra- • “The Avengers.” As part of Appreciation Month. Overseas tions on a variety of products. Ad- the May movie launch of “The stores may have substitute events ditional savings on fresh produce Avengers,” the Dr. Pepper Snapple for certain promotional programs. will be offered when Kellogg’s Group will be offering four com- Customers are asked to check products are purchased. missary customers the chance to their local commissary for the • “Get Fired Up with Sizzling win a Samsung 46” LCD TV and following super sales events: Savings.” Commissaries will cel- a 1000 watt, 5.1 channel 3D/Wi- • “Salad Days.” Kraft will of- ebrate National Barbeque Month, Fi Blu-Ray home theater system. fer special coupons while sup- and Con Agra Foods will offer rec- Winners will be selected in the plies last on salad dressing and ipe books containing more than following areas: two in the Unit- mayonnaise along with cross- $10 in coupon savings. ed States, one in Europe and one merchandising offers on fresh • “Tribute to the Troops.” Ga- in the Far East. All commissar- produce items. torade will be honoring mili- ies will have entry tear pads and • “Enlist in a Healthier Lifestyle tary members with customized entry boxes. PAGE 16 TALESPINNER MAY 18, 2012

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should contact their primary care Hernandez, 210-652-6331; to make several visits to the clinic for airmen and below, providing uni- OCAL RIEFS manager fi rst for any non-emergent JBSA-Fort Sam Houston – Master laser treatments in a six-month pe- forms and uniform items limited to L B medical needs. Sgt. Debra Massa, 210-808-0215. riod. Participants must be 18 or older, active-duty Airmen and a variety of Beginning Monday, patients going have both big toenails suspicious for household goods for free. KELLY DRIVE ROAD WORK to the Urgent Care Center at Wilford ROOT CANAL TREATMENT fungus, have not had oral medica- The facility is open to all active- Continuing drainage reconstruction Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center will The Wilford Hall Ambulatory tions for toenail fungus in the past duty service members, dependents work will lead to intermittent lane clo- receive assistance in obtaining acute Surgical Center Endodontic Residency year, and are otherwise healthy. and retirees with a valid identifi cation sures on Kelly Drive through June 18. access to their primary care manager. Program is offering free treatment For more information about the card. Beginning June 18, only westbound Persons with serious medical for patients who require root canal project or qualifying, contact Dr. Jason The hours of operation for the traffi c will be allowed on Kelly Drive. problems such as chest pain, dif- therapy. The service is available to Arnold at 210-292-3376. Airman’s Attic are Monday through fi culty breathing, sudden abdominal active-duty service members, military Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., and BEAN BAG TOSS TOURNEY pain, severe pain, severe eye injuries retirees, and their immediate family THRIFT SHOP SEEKS DONATIONS Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., for The Returning Heroes Home or signifi cant bleeding should proceed members. Patients must have been The Lackland Thrift Shop reminds active duty only. Cornhole Bean Bag Toss Tournament to the nearest emergency room or call diagnosed recently with an endodontic service members with permanent For additional details, contact is Saturday, 9 a.m., at the Golf Club 911. The UCC will remain available condition requiring root canal therapy. change of station orders this summer 210-671-1780. of Texas, off U.S. Hwy. 90, nine miles for those unable to obtain acute Eligible patients should obtain a writ- to remember the shop for unwanted west of Joint Base San Antonio- minor care elsewhere. ten consultation from their referring items. Donations are tax deductible. COMPLETE PCS DOCUMENTATION Lackland. For additional information, contact dentist and bring it to the dental Proceeds from the sale of items at The 802nd Force Support Squad- The fundraiser supports the the UCC at 210-292-7331. clinic during normal operating hours, the shop benefi t scholarships for mil- ron’s Outbound Assignments offi ce Phase 2 Project, a six-acre outdoor or fax it to 210-292-6431. Patients itary-connected high school students reminds service members to complete recreation area for wounded warriors SNCO INDUCTION CEREMONY will be selected based on the needs of and spouses, and the Joint Base San all documentation – personnel reli- at San Antonio Medical Center facili- Tickets are on sale for the Joint the endodontic training program. Antonio-Lackland community. The ability program, medical clearance ties. The registration fee is $50 per Base San Antonio senior NCO induc- For additional information, call shop is located in One Stop, Bldg. for dependents, passports and other two-man team, and all proceeds go to tion ceremony at the JW Marriot resort 210-292-7831. 5460 on the corner of Walker and assignment instructions – as soon as the Returning Heroes Home. on June 23. Selfridge Avenues, behind the 802nd possible. For more information or to register, For ticket information, contact: TOENAIL FUNGUS RESEARCH Contracting Squadron offi ces on the It can take up to 10 duty days to call Master Sgt. Thomas Wilks at 580- JBSA-Lackland – Master Sgts. The Department of Dermatology basic training side. of Lackland. produce permanent change of station 318-4996, Senior Master Sgt. Robert Rebecca Luckie, 210-671-8129, or at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgi- For information, call 210-671-3608 orders after all documentation is Aguilar at 410-903-8180, or visit Paul Zavitz, 210-671-8038; cal Center is conducting a research or visit www.lacklandosc.org. complete. PCS orders can be issued www.heroesbenefi t.org. JBSA-Randolph – Master Sgts. project on the effectiveness of lasers no earlier than 120 days prior to Cindy Wittnebel, 210-565-4825; Chad to treat toenail fungus instead of oral AIRMAN’S ATTIC OPEN departure date. WHERE TO SEEK MEDICAL CARE Peerboom, 210-565-9261; Timothy medications. The Airman’s Attic, located in For additional information, call During the duty day, patients Trace, 210-652-5424; or Aimee Eligible participants will be asked the One Stop facility, targets senior 210-671-9156.

CHAPEL SERVICES KEY FAMILY SUPPORT RESOURCES Christian Seventh-Day Adventist GGospelospel ServiceService,, AAirmenirmen MemorMemorialial CChapelhapel Air Force Aid Society 671-3722 Catholic Service, 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. 1212:30:30 pp.m..m. SabSabbathbbatb h EEveve Service, Monday-Friday: Sunday: ChChildren’ildren’s CChurchhururch proprovidedvidv ed 4 pp.m..m. Airman & Family Readiness Center 671-3722 Freedom Chapel Airmen Memorial Chapel ReReligiousligious EEd.,d., 11 a.ma.m..mm. SSunday:undayayy: Airman’s Attic 671-1780 Daily Eucharist, 11:30 a.m. Liturgical Service, 8 a.m. WeWednesdaydnesdayy aanandddT TThursday:hurh sday: RelReligiousigious EdEd.,d.,, 12:12:3030 p.mp.m.. Base Post Offi ce 671-1058 Freedom Chapel BiBibleble StuStudydyd , 6 p.mp.m.. Bowling Center 671-2271 Saturday: Contemporary Service, WiccaWicccca DEERS 800-538-9552 Freedom Chapel 9:30 a.m. SunSunday:nday: 1stst WeWednesday:dnesday: Exceptional Family Member Program 671-3722 Eucharist, 5:30 p.m. HopHopeope CChapel,haph el, BlBldg.dg. 10338 FreFreedomedom CChapelhapel RooRoomom 88,, Family Child Care 671-3376 Reconciliation after Eucharist Theh ChCChurchhurcu hoh ooffJf JJesusesusesus CChristhrirriistt off SaSann AnAntoniotonio MilitaMilMilitaryitaryry OpeOOpenpen Legal Offi ce 671-3362 For more details, contact LatLatterata terte DDaDayy SSaintsaints CirCCircle,cle, 6 pp.m..m. Library 671-3610 Sunday: 8-18-100 aa.m..m. Medical Appointment Line 916-9900 Freedom Chapel BuddhisBuudddhist MPF ID Cards 671-6006 Religious Ed., 9 a.m. Freedom Chapel IslamiIslamim c Sunday:SunSu daydadayy: Eucharist, 11 a.m. 671-4208 Friday:Friday: BMT ReRReceptionecepe tion CCenterentere , Outdoor Recreation 925-5532 Spanish Mass, 8 a.m. GloGlobalbalbab MiMMinistrynistryy CCeCenternter,, BldBldg.ldg.g 101 a.maa.m.. ttoo nnoon.oonoooo . TRICARE Info 800-444-5445 77452452 Thrift Shop 671-3608 Orthodox Gateway Chapel FriFridaydayy: EckankaEckak nkar Lackland Enlisted Spouses’ Clubwww .lacklandesc.org Saturday: 671-2911 JumJummahmahh PPrPrayerayeaya er,r, 1:11:155 ttoo 22:15:1515 EveryEEvery fi rrst,st, ththird,irdrd, fi ftfthh SSaturday:aturday: Airmen Memorial Chapel pp.m..m. GtGGatewayateway CChapelhhapapell Lackland Force Support Squadron www.lacklandfss.com Divine Liturgy, 9:30 a.m. SSunday:unday: 12:1212:3030 tot 1:311:300 pp.m..m.m. Lackland ISD www.lacklandisd.net Religious Ed., 10:45 a.m. Hope Chapel ReReligiousligious EEd.,d., 9-19-11-111 aa.m..m.m. Baha'iBahaa'i Protestant 671-2941 EveryEvev ry firfi rrst,st, ththird,ird, fi ftfthhSh SundSunday:unday: Lackland Offi cers’ Spouses’ Clubwww .lacklandosc.org Saturday: JewisJewishh GatGatewayewayC Chapelhapel Lackland Public website www.lackland.af.mil Gateway Chapel Friday: 11 a.m. to noon My Air Force Life www.MyAirForceLife.com PAGE 18 TALESPINNER MAY 18, 2012 What’s Happening Family Support Events the Airman An American Veterans National WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY and Family Monthly Meetings Service Offi cer is available to help A women’s Bible study group MAY 18 Readiness Center at 210-671- ENLISTED SPOUSES’ CLUB with disability claims Tuesday, 8 meets every Wednesday, 9:30 a.m., BMT FAMILY SEMINAR 3722. The Lackland Enlisted Spouses’ Club meets every third Tuesday of the a.m. to noon, at the Airman and at Freedom Chapel. The study The Air Force Basic Military month at the Balfour Beatty Community Center, 6:30-8:30 p.m. For more Family Readiness Center. group meets through the end of Training Family Seminar is today at MAY 21 information, visit www.lacklandesc.org. For details call 210-699-5087. May. noon in the BMT Reception Center, RETURN AND REUNION SEMINAR Bldg. 7246. The return and reunion seminar OFFICERS’ SPOUSES’ CLUB MAY 23 MAY 24 The seminar provides informa- is Monday, 2:30-3:30 p.m., at the The Lackland Offi cers’ Spouses’ Club meets every third Tuesday of the RIGHT START ORIENTATION RESUME WRITING tion on the Air Force and its Airman and Family Readiness month. For information, visit www.lacklandosc.org. Right Start Orientation, a A class on writing an effective benefi ts to family members of Center. class designed for Joint Base San resume is Thursday, 11 a.m. to 1 MILITARY COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN graduating Airmen. The seminar is an informal The Military Council of Catholic Women meets the fi rst Friday of the month, Antonio-Lackland newcomers, is p.m., at the Airman and Family For details, call 210-671-3722. forum for family members who 9:30 a.m., at Freedom Chapel. For information, call 210-671-4208. Wednesday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Readiness Center. wish to talk about their individual the Gateway Club. For details, call 210-671-3722. TROOPS TO TEACHERS SEMINAR experiences and the stress caused On the web www.lacklandfss.com For additional information, call A Troops to Teachers coordina- by deployment-related separations. 210-671-3722. PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL tor presents a “Teaching as a For details, call 210-671-3722. For additional information, call The program, which is present- The Protestant Women of the Second Career” seminar today, 1-3 210-671-3722. ed by the Department of Labor and WORKING IN TEXAS Chapel group meets for Bible p.m., at the Airmen and Family FAMILY READINESS BRIEFING the Texas Workforce Commission, A Texas Veterans Commis- study Thursday, 6 p.m., at Freedom Readiness Center. A family readiness briefi ng for MAY 22�24 focuses on how to job search and sion “Working in Texas” class is Chapel. Troops to Teachers is a Depart- deploying personnel is Monday, TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM employment-related topics. Wednesday, noon to 2 p.m., at ment of Defense program designed 10:30-11:30 a.m., at the Airman A three-day transition assis- For additional information on the Airman and Family Readiness MAY 25 to help eligible service members and Family Readiness Center. tance program for separating or re- the transition assistance program, Center. AFRC CLOSED FOR FAMILY DAY begin a teaching career in public The briefi ng is for personnel tiring military personnel is Tuesday call 210-671-3722. The class provides information The Airman and Family Readi- schools. who are deploying, or are going on through Thursday, 7:45 a.m. to 4 on employment and job search ness Center will be closed May 25 For additional information or remote assignments or extended p.m. each day, at the Airman and MAY 22 skills. For additional details, call for an Air Education and Training to register for the seminar, call temporary deployments. Family Readiness Center. AMVET REPRESENTATIVE 210-671-3722. Command family day. MAY 18, 2012 TALESPINNER sports PAGE 19

Photo by Robbin Cresswell Tech Sgt. Renaldo Dupree, 322nd Training Squadron, spots Tech Sgt. Oliver Cook, 323rd Training Squadron during the bench press competition at Medina Fitness Center Tuesday Man versus the weights

Jose T. Garza III against the weights, and I love the way (bench when he has basic training fl ights. During these Sports Editor pressing feels).” times, he does physical training with his trainees. A power lifter for more than 10 years, lifting 345 “It’s very hard to get back in powerlifting mode Tech Sgt. Oliver Cook, 323rd Training Squadron, pounds is basic routine for Cook; his best bench after missing the gym because I don’t get the in- bested three other competitors in a bench press press max is 415 pounds. tensity of the workouts when I’m working 12 to 16 competition Tuesday at the Medina Fitness Cen- “I should be able to lift 345 pounds any day of hours a day,” he said. ter. the week as long as I consistently keep on working Cook does his best to fi nd time for powerlifting Oliver benched a max 345 pounds during the out,” he said. when he receives a fl ight of trainees. event held as part of May Fitness Month. But with his schedule as an MTI, it is diffi cult “When they’re in classroom, I’ll try to go to a The sergeant said the competition wasn't about for him to fi nd time to work out on a consistent squadron gym room and squeeze in a workout,” him competing against the other competitors, but basis, he said. he said. rather, the contest was “me against the weights.” “I try to go to the gym whenever I can,” Cook If contestants want to test their body strength in “Bench press competition doesn’t have to do with said. another competition, the Medina Fitness Center will me versus anybody else,” Cook said. “It is just me Cook attends the gym fi ve days a week, except hold a squat competition May 29 at 2 p.m. PAGE 20 TALESPINNER MAY 18, 2012 UPCOMING BEAN BAG TOURNEY The Returning Heroes Home Cornhole Bean Bag Toss tour- Security Forces wins close one nament takes place Saturday, 9 a.m., at the Golf Club of Texas off U.S. Highway 90, nine miles west of Joint Base San Antonio- SFS squeaks in two runs in extra innings for victory Lackland. The fundraiser supports Jose T. Garza III “This Security Forces the Phase 2 project, a six-acre Sports Editor group is a great group outdoor recreation area for of guys who fought until wounded warriors. The 802nd Security the end.” The registration fee is $50 Forces Squadron thwart- Security Forces im- per two-man team. Proceeds go ed an 802nd Operations proved to 9-1 on the In- to the Returning Heroes home. Support Squadron rally termediate League sea- For more information, call for an 11-10 win in extra son with the win. Master Sgt. Thomas Wilks at innings Monday. Broughton said the 580-318-4996 or Senior Master Down 4-1 after fi ve team wasn’t threatened Sgt. Robert Aguilar at 410-903- innings, the OSS scored about the possibility 8180. three runs in the sixth to there would be another forge a 4-4 tie. defeat added to the Secu- SPINATHON Security Forces staved rity Forces loss column. The Warhawk Fitness Center off OSS’ comeback tem- Catcher Terril Mongo will hold a spinathon Saturday, porarily by contributing echoed Broughton’s sen- 10 a.m. to noon. Call 210- four runs, led by a Cam timents about the close 671-2016 for details. Bergeron RBI single, to victory, but he added, “it go up 8-4. makes it more fun.” The Security Forces With just one loss this SCOREBOARD rally was stifl ed in the season, Security Forc- SOFTBALL seventh. es fi rst baseman Chris Competitive W L 1. 802nd FSS ...... 6 0 Security Forces pitch- Romero said the team 2. NIOC/ Co H ...... 5 1 er Kevin Siebert, who al- has to work on not tak- 3. 149th FW ...... 2 2 lowed nine hits, walked ing plays off. 4. 341st TRS ...... 2 3 fi ve of six batters as OSS “If we play hard to 5. 343rd TRS ...... 2 3 produced fi ve runs for a our potential, we always 6. Radiology ...... 2 4 one-run lead. win,” Mongo said. 7. 737th TRG ...... 1 4 8. Civil Eng Sq ...... 1 4 Siebert redeemed him- OSS coach Chris self by scoring a run in Brinkhaus paid congratu- Intermediate W L the bottom of the seventh lations to Security Forces 1. 668th ALIS ...... 10 0 send the game to extra Photo by Alan Boedeker for pulling off the win. 2. Security Forces ...... 9 1 innings. 802nd Operations Support Squadron pitcher David Ruiz slides into 802nd Security Forces “My hat goes off to 3. 37th TRSS ...... 8 2 After OSS’ Andrew them,” Brinkhaus said. 4. 802nd OSS ...... 6 3 Squadron third baseman Michael Broughton Monday. 5. IAAFA ...... 6 3 Turner scored a run to “They stayed in, fought, 6. Dental Gp ...... 6 3 put his squad up 10-9, Ruiz struck out three and allowed 10 and came all the way 7. Crypto Div ...... 6 4 Security Forces’ third baseman Michael hits. through in the end. They found a way to 8. 59th CPSG ...... 5 5 Broughton and pitcher Eric Hernandez “We just got the pitcher rattled and he put the ball exactly where we couldn't, 9. AFSVA ...... 4 4 each scored to clinch the 11-10 win. couldn’t hang in there,” Broughton said. and no matter what, we couldn't stop their 10. 624th OC ...... 4 4 On the losing side, OSS pitcher David “We had the will to win,” he added. base hits." 11. 543rd Spt Sq ...... 4 5 12. AFISRA ...... 4 5 13. 802nd LRS ...... 4 6 14. DLIELC ...... 4 6 15. 717th MI Bn ...... 2 7 NFL STAR TACKLES THROUGH JBSA-LACKLAND 16. 344th TRS ...... 2 8 The African-American Cultural Association hosts a football camp for teens, 10 to 18 years of age, at the Medina Fitness Center Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 17. AFPAA ...... 1 8 Football camp spots are still available so registration is still on a fi rst-come, fi rst-serve basis. 18.688th IOW ...... 0 11 Former Chicago Bears defensive tackle Tommie Harris will make a special guest appearance at camp. The entry fee is $10 and all proceeds will benefi t AACA’s scholarship fund. Recreation W L For more information on the football camp, call Shirley Jones at 210-671-1750 or 210-872-5748. 1. 433rd AFRC ...... 6 0 2. 690th NSG ...... 5 1 3. 453rd EWS ...... 4 2 YOUTH SUMMER BASKETBALL REGISTRATION 4. Co H/Marines ...... 3 3 The offi cial registration for the youth summer basketball league expired Thursday, but spots are still open. Registration is $45 plus a $15 late registration fee, 5. 802nd CPTS ...... 2 4 and the basketball league is open to children age groups 5-6, 11-14, and 15-17. 6. 35th IS ...... 2 4 The youth basketball season is projected to begin June 16 and end Aug 4. Call 210-671-2388 for complete details. 7. 318th OSS ...... 1 5 8. 772nd ESG ...... 1 5