MARCH 13, 2009 VOLUME 39, NUMBER 10 WWW.MCBH.USMC.MIL Hawaii Marine Lava Dogs ‘Industry Day’ brings 250 return from Iraq businesses to

Lance Cpl. Achilles Tsantarliotis Combat Correspondent K-Bay Welcome Marines with 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment returned from Karmah, Iraq the beginning of March, with the remaining Christine Cabalo Lava Dogs arriving on the 4th after a successful seven-month Photojournalist deployment in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. The Lava Dogs deployment played a pivotal role in the “clos- More than 250 local businesses sought to sell their prod- Home! ing chapter” of OIF. The Status of Forces Agreement, initiated ucts and services to Marine Corps Base Hawaii during its first roughly less than halfway through the deployment, further “Industry Day” held Wednesday. enabled the Iraqi Security Forces to take the lead, leaving some Local business owners and representatives met with Marines bored as they transitioned to a supervisory role. potential base clients at the Officers’ Club aboard MCB After arriving in Hawaii, many Marines felt a considerable Hawaii. Displays were set up introducing dozens of compa- amount of pride in the battalion’s accomplishments and felt nies, from bankers to bag retailers, to attendees. Business they made a significant difference during the deployment. owners also received advice on how to successfully earn gov- The drastic improvements the Iraqi Security Forces made ernment contracts. from the time the battalion arrived until their departure were “We want to see even more quality local companies do profound steps forward, said Sgt. Richard Rivera, a 21-year-old business at MCBH,” said Lt. Col. Eric Corcoran, director, fire watch chief from Ontario, Calif., with Headquarters and Regional Contracting Office. “Last year we had $22 million Support Company, 1st Bn., 3rd Marines. in contracts for supplies and services to support our forces “I’m very excited to be back,” he said. “But I’m also very and tenant commands.” proud. Not only does it feel great to be back, but it feels just as Corcoran was one of several speakers who offered the good knowing what a difference we made. crowd an overview of how to ensure bids are properly for- “I feel really good about what the battalion accomplished out matted. He said the biggest mistake businesses make is forget- there,” Rivera added. “Our success out there makes coming ting to ensure they have the right Marine Corps employee home that much better.” listed for purchases and contracts. He said these mistakes The slow tempo or lack of conflict is an indicator of forward could easily be avoided to prevent loss of time and money. progress in Iraq, said Lance Cpl. Devvin Bickom, a 22-year-old Representatives from Marine Corps Community Services rifleman from Rochester, N.Y., with Company C, 1st Bn., 3rd were also available to discuss how their organization brings Marines. consumer products and services to base residents. Being a part of that progress makes coming home that much In 2008, more than $25 million worth of merchandise was better, he explained. purchased from local businesses to put on the shelves of Friends and family were also happy to have their Marines MCCS retail locations. Businesses who want to be featured at home. MCCS retail locations, like the Marine Corps Exchange, need “It was absolutely amazing to see my husband walk off the to first contact the MCCS Retail Division. plane,” said Ashley Gent, a 19-year-old wife from Kailua. “MCBH is like its own city, so we need what any city “I didn’t think it was real,” she added. “I’m just so happy he’s needs — from stores to food to construction equipment,” back. I know he worked really hard out there and I’m very said Sharon Cacurak, marketing technician, MCCS. “We are proud of him.” looking for any type of business that can add to the quality As Lava Dogs enjoy their time home, the return also marks of life for our Marines, Sailors and their families. We are their next objective and necessary training. always looking for options that allow us to provide the best “[1st Bn., 3rd Marines] is an excellent combat unit,” Bickom … at the lowest prices.” Lance Cpl. Cassandra Yoho said. “And now it’s time to continue forward. I’m happy to be Many attendants, including JoAnn Tengan, manager, A Marine with 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment hugs a loved one home. I’m enjoying spending time with my girl. But soon Tropical Paper Garden, said the event was a great opportuni- during the regiment’s second wave return March 3. The unit returned in three separate waves starting March 1 and ending March 4. enough we’ll be getting ready for our next deployment, our Approximatly 1,000 Marines returned after a successful deployment next challenges, and doing whatever it takes to do what Lava See INDUSTRY, A-6 in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Dogs do best – succeed.” Getting out or missing out?

Lance Cpl. Cassandra Yoho world and after those twenty-eight days almost a year and a half, and his first Combat Correspondent he would come back home. assignment brought him to MCBH to fill By contacting the Reserve Liaison, a Military Police billet. Many Marines may debate re-enlist- Marines can learn more information He finished his billet and went back ment after their current active duty con- about the different Reserve Programs. to Pennsylvania where he graduated from tract is complete. However, there are a These programs allow Marines to not a police academy. few things Marines should consider completely leave the Marine Corps, while Shortly after volunteering to fill anoth- before exiting the Marine Corps all earning pay and possibly earning retire- er MP billet on MCBH, he was recalled together. ment benefits, said Strapp. back to Iraq. Gunnery Sgt Edward Strapp, Reserve Major Jeff Reichman, an Individual “I was already on a voluntary duty to Liaison, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, is Ready Reserve Marine, MCBH, said, “The fill the MP billet so I didn’t have to go,” here to provide guidance about Reserve programs allow for a great degree of flexi- said Ivans. Affairs to those who are considering tran- bility.” Another reserve option for Marines is sitioning out of the Corps. There is the typical option of the one the Mobilization program, which means There are a lot of opportunities weekend a month and two weeks a year Marines typically receive orders to active Marines can take advantage of by joining reserve obligation, but that’s not the only duty and fill a billet for one year with an the reserves, said Strapp. option for Marines getting out. Active Duty command. There are many programs available for There is also the option of becoming There are many different options the active duty personnel who are thinking an IRR Marine with the ability to stay on Reserve Liaison can speak to Marines about transitioning from active duty to orders, said Master Gunnery Sgt. about. All they have to do is contact the reserves and first term Marines who are Saturnino Velasquez, Senior Enlisted liaison and ask, said Velasquez. considering getting out. Advisor for Wounded Warriors “It’s important that the active duty Strapp explained, an example of one Detachment. service members know there is someone type of reserve program would be a Velasquez said, he knows a Marine here on base to help,” said Strapp. Marine gets out of the Corps and decides who was injured in Iraq, recovered and For more information on joining the to go to college. was able to go into the reserves. IRR Marine Corps Reserves visit the Reserve Christine Cabalo JoAnn Tengan holds of up one several reusable bags her company His Reserve obligation could be twen- Marines are now filling billets all around Liaison office located in Building 216, produces at her booth during "Industry Day" March 11. Tengan ty-eight day orders to fill a billet he is the world. room 26, or visit the Marine Forces was one of more than 250 business owners and representatives qualified to execute. Sergeant John Ivans, an IRR Marine, Reserves Web site located at who came aboard to learn how to better bid on government con- He could possibly travel around the said, he’s been in the IRR program for http://www.mfr.usmc.mil/. tracts.

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Road closure and single lane Department of the Navy access in housing areas Civilian Corner Through March 20 from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Forest Dr. Michael Smith gets better. In 1985 she moved to Hawaii with her City will require a full road closure of McClennan Deputy Director of G3 operations You get back all the money you con- husband and started working for the Drive, with local access only. tributed to your account when you file a Facilities Department until 2006 when she Harris, Diddaugh and Maclachlan will be single lane Now that I have told you a little about the claim for any one of the three eligible took her current position in HRO. Civilian Career Leadership Development expenses. I asked Paskalik what she enjoys most only, with ample traffic control for the sections the program, I want to tell you a little more These expenses include the Dependent about working at MCBH and she told me, contractor will be working. about the benefits of working for the Care Flexible Spending Account, the Health “The people that I work with, it’s like your All roads will reopen at the end of each working day. Department of the Navy. Care Flexible Spending Account, and the family, it makes you feel like you are a part For more information, contact Patrick Kingsbury at A few months ago, Rina Paskalik, human Limited Expense HCFSA. of something.” Not only does Paskalik enjoy 849-8713. resource assistant, Human Resources Office, These are great programs that can help her job, she enjoys helping others. sent me an email about the saving money on you cover the cost of daycare, sports camps, I asked her what she though was the best Commissary modified hours child care and healthcare expenses by or a private sitter for your family members as part of her job and she said, “Providing The MCB Hawaii Commissary will be closed the enrolling in the Federal Flexible Spending well as many costs associated with health information to the customer, researching morning of March 26 due to inventory. The store Account Program (FSAFEDS). care. and finding results for them in house or by will be open from 1 to 8 p.m. I went to the Web site located at If you would like to find out more about other means to gather information and pro- https://www.fsafeds.com/fsafeds/index.asp this exciting program visit their web site or vide guidance.” 2009 Maritime Patrol and Reconnaissance and here is what I found out about FSAFEDS. give Paskalik a call at 257-1336. So if you need help or have questions Force Reunion and Symposium to be hosted This is a great program. FSA is essentially Since Paskalik sent me this information, I about HRO, remember that Paskalik is there at NAS Jacksonville an account where you contribute money thought it would be interesting to find out a to help you. The 2009 Maritime Patrol and Reconnaissance from your salary, before taxes are withheld, little more about her career with the Marine Finally, I would like to highlight some of Force (MPRF) Reunion and Symposium will be held and then you incur one of three eligible Corps and the Department of the Navy. the recent job opportunities at Marine Corps at NAS Jacksonville, Florida April 2 - 3, 2009 for all expenses and get reimbursed. Many of us know her from our work with Base Hawaii: active duty, reserve and retired officers. For example, if you get paid $1,000 per the Human Resource Office but Paskalik EA9-0083-07-HI010509-I, Police Officer, The highlights of the 2009 Reunion and payday, you get taxed on $1,000. But if you started her career with the Army Corps of GS-0083 -05, 06, 07 Symposium will consist of an Active Duty and contribute $40 per pay day to FSAFEDS then Engineers in 1974 and has been working for Remember for the most up to date list; Reserve Flag Officers briefing, the dedication of the you only get taxed on $960, you pay less the Department of the Navy for more than check with HRO or online at MPRF Weapons School, a Golf Tournament held at taxes and save money. But wait because it 35 years. https://chart.donhr.navy.mil/. the NAS Jacksonville Golf Course, a VP/VQ Detailer Brief for Junior Officers and O-4s, a retired MPRF Flag Luncheon and a Flight Suit Reception at the NAS Jacksonville Officers’ Club. There will also be a Junior Officer and VP/VQ Detailer no-host social at the "T" Bar the night prior A special “Thank you” to the Reunion, Apirl 1. Prices for each event and further information can be found at www.mprfre- union.org or by contacting LCDR Chris Artis at (904) 235-9955 or LCDR Chris Flaherty at (703) 695- 2106. Individuals interested in attending the MRPF Reunion and Symposium must RSVP no later March 26. All interested parties can register and pay for all Reunion and Symposium events online at www.mprfreunion.org or mail checks payable to “VP REUNION FUND” to the following address: LCDR Chris Flaherty 100 N Union St. Apt. A Alexandria, VA 22314

Tax Center hours of operation The Base Tax Center is open Monday - Thursday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., as well as Fridays for individual and unit appointments only. When visiting the tax center, please remember to bring the following items: - Interview/Intake Survey (located on website) optional - Proof of Identity (state ID, military ID, drivers license) - Social Security Card or individual tax ID number - All W-2, 1098 and 1099 forms - Recorded amounts of other income - Child care providers identification number - Amounts/dates of estimated other tax payments Rep. Cynthia Thielen - Bank routing and account numbers for direct deposit/debit - Last year’s tax forms - Last year’s tax stimulus For more information, contact Staff Sgt. Boston at 257-7081 or the Senior Tax Advisor at 257-6744.

Marine Corps League The Marine Corps League, Aloha Detachment, is encouraging Marines, Fleet Marine Force corpsmen and anyone who has the desire to preserve the tradi- tions and promote the interest of the U.S. Marine Corps to join the Aloha Detachment on Oahu. For more information, contact John Ah Chick at 227-9115 or 261-9693.

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Commanding Officer Col. Robert Rice Base Sergeant Major Sgt. Maj. James Sutton Christine Cabalo Public Affairs Officer Maj. Alan Crouch Swinging sledgehammers, Marine volunteers remove the concrete Public Affairs Chief Gunnery Sgt. Demetrio J. Espinosa Managing Editor Tanya Espinosa from old posts Feb. 13 at the Aikahi Elementary School Playground. Assistant Editor Sgt. Sara A. Taylor When finished by the end of the month, the area will be one of the Photojournalist Christine Cabalo largest playgrounds on Oahu. Photojournalist Kristen Wong Combat Correspondent Cpl. Regina A. Ochoa Combat Correspondent Lance Cpl. Brian Marion Combat Correspondent Lance Cpl. Alesha R. Guard Combat Correspondent Lance Cpl. Achilles Tsantarliotis Combat Correspondent Lance Cpl. Cassandra Yoho

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Marion Combat Correspondent 3/3 conducts MARINE CORPS AIR GROUND COMBAT CENTER, 29 Palms, Calif -- Marines with 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment conducted the Marine Rehearsal Exercise, their final another training exercise of Exercise Mojave Viper, Feb. 24 through 26, allowing them to finish their pre-deployment training here. The Marines with 3/3 had to convince local "sheiks" and the requiremet "mayors" of each town to trust them, along with local "militia" and "police" forces in order to complete 3/3’s objective. For the of their exercise, Lima, India, Kilo and Weapons Companies traveled to Range 215 and emplaced themselves within the forward operat- ing bases and the towns. predeployment Kilo Co. was tasked with setting up a perimeter guard around the entire range along with securing a small village within their territory. Lima Co. operated out of a FOB west of the town they training were tasked with helping, while India and Weapons Companies Left: Private First Class Jeremy Phelps, chemical, operated in the larger town directly south of Lima. biological, radiological, nuclear defense, 3rd During the exercise, the companies faced various challenges Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, cracks open and ranging from water shortages and unemployment, to school- pours a capsule of tear gas, a riot control aerosol yards being terrorized and funeral procession being hit by vehi- that causes skin irritation, for Marines attached to cle-born improvised explosive devices. 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment as part of their Each day offered different challenges for the companies. On pre-deployment training program at the gas cham- the first day, the Marines traveled to their areas of operation, ber Feb. 17. The gas chamber is an annual training establishing themselves among the local populace. They estab- requirement for Marines and is designed to instill lished checkpoints and secured police stations, the militia com- confidence in them, ensuring they can do more in their masks than just stand around. Below: Lance pound and government buildings. Cpl. Steven Slater, chemical, biological, radiologi- Once security was established, the leaders of each town met cal, nuclear defense assistant chief, CBRN, 3rd with Lt. Col. Jonathan Goff, commanding officer, 3/3, to discuss Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, leads Marines with the problems within the town and offer information about the military police reserve company in a set of ten enemy troop movements and suspicious activities. side-straddle hops during the gas chamber Feb. 17. The following day, the leaders held a meeting and toured the Side-straddle hops are one of several exercises used city, visiting the local police station, the schoolhouse and the to help ensure the Marines masks are secured prop- hospital, where Marines dropped off medical supplies. While at erly. If the masks aren’t secured properly, the school, the Marines found out enemy forces were terrorizing chlorobenzylidene malonitrile, CS, gas would leak the community and preventing children from attending. After through the seals and cause skin irritation, watery eyes, nose irritation and coughing. leaving the school, the entourage traveled to the police station to request security be set up around the school by the local police. Photos by Lance Cpl. Brian A. Marion “We want to build up the people’s trust in their own police and militia forces,” Goff said. The final day provided the battalion an opportunity to work in a crowded environment. Role players and key leaders from the battalion were invited to attend a wedding between two local sheik families. Marine and police forces provided security for the wedding, making it a success. After the wedding, the Marines returned to their stations and waited for the exercise to end in the morning. The challenges 3/3 faced are similar to the ones they might encounter while deployed in Iraq. “The MRX is designed to simulate current situations within Iraq, allowing us to train our Marines,” said Major Eric Hamstra, operations officer, 3/3. “It gives the Marines a chance to see what the deployment might look like.”

Lance Cpl. Brian A. Marion Lieutenant Col. Jonathan Goff, commanding officer, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, talks to role-players acting as the leaders of the local military at their compound at Range 215 during exercise Mojave Viper. Division commander Attack visits troops

Lance Cpl. Brian A. Marion Combat Correspondent

MARINE CORPS AIR GROUND COMBAT CENTER, 29 Palms, Calif -- Major Gen. Robert Neller, division commander, 3rd Marine Division, visited the Marines of 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment Feb. 23 and 24, while they conducted Exercise Mojave Viper here. Neller made the visit to observe and ensure the Marines received the necessary training for their upcoming deploy- ment. “I’ve been able to see all the battalions who’ve been here since I’ve been in command,” Neller said. “I want to see how the Marines themselves are doing, see the changes in the training, and lend my personal experiences to the units.” Neller spent both days traveling to the forward operat- ing bases housing the various companies and Camp Wilson, where the command element worked. During his visits, he talked with the Marines individually, asking them about their job and giving them advice. “It was great having a chance to meet with [Neller,]” said Lance Cpl. Brandon Owensby, field radio operator, Headquarters Company, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment. “He gave me a lot of knowledge about my job and put it in a way that made sense. He told me what to do if something goes wrong with the radio and to ask questions if I don’t know [something].” Even though Neller couldn’t stay long, the Marines with 3/3 felt his shared experiences would help them in Lance Cpl. Brian A. Marion the future. Marine leaders with Lima and Kilo Companies, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment lead a simulated attack on opposing forces at the “He always stops by and takes the time to talk to the Combined Arms Staff Trainer Feb. 18. The trainer is designed to help the leaders coordinate attacks with supporting elements, letting junior Marines,” said Master Sgt. Steven Anderson, opera- them see how they will fight in the Clear, Hold, Build Exercise III. The trainer allows the Marines to correct any deficiencies within tions chief, 3/3. “He gives insight into what the Marines the battle plan. do and why they do it. At first, the Marines are nervous, but they open up more during their conversations and lis- ten to what he has to say.” A-4 • MARCH 13, 2009 HAWAII MARINE

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Sgt Judith Carver Productive partnerships key to Iraqi sovereignty

MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, Va. -- The commanding general for Multi National Forces - West, Maj. Gen. John F. Kelly, discussed the current situation in Al Anbar province, Iraq at Little Hall, here, Monday. According to MNF-W's Web site, II Marine Expeditionary Force (Forward) deployed earlier this year to support Iraqi civil authorities and Iraqi Security Forces to create a secure Anbar Province and enable them to be a productive partner in a peace- ful and sovereign Iraq.

See http://www.quantico.usmc.mil for full story Staff Sgt. F. B. Zimmerman Sergeant Maj. Carlton W. Kent, 16th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, salutes after laying a wreath at the gravesite of the first Sgt. Maj. of the Marine Corps, Wilbur Bestwick, at Skylawn Memorial Park Feb. 22. The burial site for Bestwick is incorrectly listed on his biography, and the Inspector-Instructor staff at nearby San Jose, Calif., was able to track down the correct site. Kent paid his respects dur- West Coast ing a recent visit to I&I San Jose. This week’s top story

ble for a wreath laying ceremony at the gravesite of the first Marines use resources to locate, Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Wilbur Bestwick. properly honor first sergeant The Marine Corps Casualty Procedures Manual mandates that wreaths be laid at the graves of all former commandants and major of the Marine Corps sergeants major of the Marine Corps on the Corps’ birthday. “We knew we had to [render honors] about a month and a Cpl. Nicole A. LaVine Sgt. F. B. Zimmerman half out, so we started preparing for it,” Lee said. “About two Marines, soldiers gain solid footing at animal Headquarters Marine Corps weeks out we looked up the listed cemetery to confirm that’s packers training where he was buried and they didn't have any record of him. SAN JOSE, Calif. -- Marines take care of their own. It’s a Once we realized he wasn't there, we began searching for where MARINE CORPS MOUNTAIN WARFARE TRAINING CEN- mantra every Marine learns in recruit training, and a proud he was buried, and it took about a week to find.” TER BRIDGEPORT, Calif. -- Through a break in the dusty, declaration of devotion passed along from generation to gener- The cemetery listed as the burial site on Bestwick’s official shrub-covered canyon, a winding chain of mules, donkeys, sol- ation. bio is Alta Mesa Memorial Park in Palo Alto, Calif., but they diers and Marines descend a steep and rocky fault. They The Inspector-Instructor staff here recently kept true to the had no record of him. are on a training mission to recover a casualty and lost gear after saying, by taking care of a Marine who died 37 years ago. a simulated enemy attack. As the Marine Corps’ Birthday drew to a close last year, 1st This was the scenario used by formal school instructors of the Sgt. David Lee, I&I first sergeant, knew his staff was responsi- See http://www.marines.mil for full story Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center Bridgeport, Calif. See http://www.marines.mil for full story Top story from Overseas the front

Lance Cpl. Paul D. Zellner Leading the way, Jungle Warfare Training

CAMP GONSALVES, Okinawa -- Marines from Headquarters Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, recently completed jungle war- fare training at the Jungle Warfare Training Center at Camp Gonsalves. These Marines are not infantrymen by trade. They come from a variety of military job backgrounds and specialties. However, the jungle brought them together. It is an unforgiv- ing, humid, muddy, tropical challenge filled with venomous snakes and rough terrain. Each Marine has a role to play, from the new guy to the veteran. The jungle called out a challenge to them ... and they answered.

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Lance Cpl. Monty Burton Sergeant Thomas Heinzelman secures concertina wire while constructing a hasty processing center during a cordon and search mission in Farah province, Afghanistan. Heinzelman is a squad leader with 2nd Combat Engineer Battalion assigned to 3rd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment (Reinforced), the ground combat element of Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-Afghanistan. Afghan National Police, Marines Elements of 3/8’s Company I and Weapons Co. executed the cordon and search after receiving intelligence that the village execute Cordon, search in Southern may be harboring weapon caches and insurgent supporters. During the course of the mission the Marines found numerous Lance Cpl. Monty Burton weapon caches containing more than 150 pounds of explosive Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - Afghanistan material, rocket propelled grenades and improvised explosive device making materials. FARAH PROVINCE, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan -- Co. I also found other evidence that provided names and Members of the Afghan national police and U.S. Marines with confirmed the identity of several individuals with suspected ties 3rd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, successfully completed to insurgent cells in the area. The ANP and Marines executed their first major mission in support of Operation Pathfinder, in the mission professionally and efficiently. Farah province, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan. The Marines of 3/8 dispatched the biometric automated With the ANP in the lead, the two forces conducted a cordon toolset outside of a forward operating base for the first time. and search of a high-interest village along southern Afghanistan’s Route 515. See http://www.dvidshub.net for full story HAWAII MARINE MARCH 13, 2009 • A-5 Celebrating

2009 Photo courtesy of Mary R. Rich; www.nps.org Colonel Ruth Cheney Streeter poses with two other women's reserve directors: Capt. Dorothy Stratton, head of the Coast Guard SPARS, left, and Capt. Mildred McAfee, of the WAVEs. FREE A MARINE TO FIGHT: Women Marines in World War II Early planning So what would the nickname of Col. Mary V. Stremlow, USMCR (ret) Reserve, whose counterpart in the Marine www.nps.gov Corps would be a major. Eventually, the law was amended so that these “new” Marines be? On Nov. 5, 1942 the Commandant the senior woman in the Navy and Coast wrote to the commanding officers of all Guard was promoted to captain and in the Marine posts and procurement districts to Marine Corps to colonel. prepare them for the forthcoming Marine The public, anticipating a catchy nick- Corps Women’s Reserve and to ask for their name for women Marines much like the best estimates of the number of Women WACS, WAVES, and SPARS, bombarded Reservists needed to replace officers and Headquarters with suggestions: MARS, men as office clerks, radiomen, drivers, Femarines, WAMS, Dainty Devil-Dogs, mechanics, messmen, commissary clerks, Glamarines, Women's Leather-neck Aides, etc. and even Sub-Marines. Surprisingly, con- He made clear that, within the next year sidering his open opposition to using the manpower shortage would be such that women at all, Gen. Holcomb adamantly it would be incumbent on all concerned ruled out all cute names and acronyms and with the national welfare to replace men when answering yet another reporter on by women in all possible positions. the subject, stated his views very forcefully Armed with the responses, planners in an article in the March 27, 1944 issue of tried to project how many women possess- Life magazine: "They are Marines. They ing the required skills would be enlisted don't have a nickname and they don't Although WM stuck for a while, even- and put to work immediately, and how need one. They get their basic training in a many would need special training in such Marine atmosphere at a Marine post. They fields as paymaster, quartermaster, and inherit the traditions of Marines. They are tually they should be known simply as communicator. Based on their calcula- Marines." tions, quotas were established for recruit- Marine women of World War II were ing and training classes were scheduled. enormously proud to belong to the only Marines Early estimates called for an initial tar- military service that shared its name with get of 500 officers and 6,000 enlisted them and, actually, insisted upon it. women within four months, and a total of It happened that, in practice, they were 1,000 officers and 18,000 enlisted women most often called Women Reservists, infor- by June 1944. mally shortened to WRs. When referred to The plan for rank and grade distribution as women Marines, or Marine women, the followed the same pattern as the men's "w" was not capitalized as it was later, after with only minor differences. For officers the passage of the Armed Forces there would be one major and 35 captains, Integration Act of 1948, the law that gave with the balance of the remaining commis- women regular status in the military. sioned officers being first and second lieu- Then, Women Marines were best known tenants. as WMs. In fact, women would have to The highest rank, fixed by Public Law wait 30 years before the gender designator 689, permitted one lieutenant commander would be dropped and they at last would - Gen. Thomas Holcomb in the Women's Reserve of the U.S. Naval be simply Marines. During a 1944 interview with Life magazine s t s r i f e n i r a M e l a

Lance Cpl. Jonathan A. Tabb www.defendamerica.mil m U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Elizabeth A. Okoreeh-Baah, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron Master Gunnery Sgt. Kimberly Walker became the 263 schedules officer and Marine Medium Tilt-rotor Training Squadron 204 student, Brigadier Gen. Margaret A. Brewer, the first female e first female master gunnery sergeant to serve as a poses in front of an MV-22 Osprey, March 14, 2006, the day after marking her first flight general officer in the Marine Corps, retired on July combat service support chief Feburary 2006. in the Osprey and the first time a female has piloted the tilt-rotor aircraft. 1, 1980. F A-6 • MARCH 13, 2009 HAWAII MARINE CMO-2 “Sea Marine aims for balance

Christine Cabalo Raiders” to Photojournalist Before joining the Marine Corps in 1988, Sgt. Maj. Tamara Fode, sergeant major, Marine Aviation Logistics disestablish Squadron 24, rarely touched a firearm, especially not a rifle. Commander Mark. W. Dover Learning marksmanship and becom- CMO-2 commanding officer ing a great shot was one of several ways Fode said the Marine Corps opened her Consolidated Maintenance Organization Two will end an era up to new experiences. of a little over one year in existence and will disestablish on Otherwise, she might have never real- March 20. Maintenance ownership of P-3C Orion aircraft will ized her love for competitive shooting or transition back to VP squadrons. earned the Distinguished Marksman In preparation for the arrival of the new Patrol and Badge in 2003. Reconnaissance P-8A “Poseidon,” which will replace the current During her more than 20 years of P-3C aircraft, the Navy decided to combine P-3C squadrons' service, the sergeant major has been a Maintenance Departments at Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Renaissance woman of all trades. Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii, Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, Wash. She’s served as a diesel mechanic, drill and Naval Air Station Jacksonville, Fla. into CMO-2, CMO-10 instructor, laterally moved to become a and CMO-11 respectively to maximize efficiency and effective- legal chief, and now oversees the welfare ness through a single maintenance operation process. of service members at MALS 24.

Maintenance personnel attached to CMOs were assigned to “I wouldn’t be the person I am today Christine Cabalo Maintenance Detachment Teams which were then paired with without [the Marine Corps],” said Fode. Sergeant Maj. Tamara Fode, unit sergeant major, Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 24 squadrons and operated under the Commander, Task Group “I wouldn’t give it up for anything, and stands in front of guideons from several of the units she's served with at Marine Corps Base while deployed. When a P-3C squadron deployed, the CMO I surely wouldn’t change one thing Hawaii. Fode has taken several billets, including being a drill instructor and legal chief. sent a MDT to accompany the squadron to provide aircraft along the way.” maintenance support at forward deployed locations worldwide. One of the most important lessons they’re doing. As a leader, she taught me is something Sgt. Maj. Bonnie Skinner, The CMOs was established to emulate the original P-8A the sergeant major said she’s learned to really take the time to understand the sergeant major, Heavy Marine Helicopter maintenance organizations, which would be maintained by during her service is to embrace pushing people you work with.” Squadron 363, said she admires most Contractor Logistics Support personnel. Under this construct, personal limits. A native of Brooksville, Fode said she loves how the Marine about her fellow senior leader. the only Navy maintainers assigned to a CMO would be for ord- Fla., Fode said the Marine Corps allowed Corps encourages camaraderie and sup- “I remember during both her preg- nance support. The fundamental idea for CMOs was to focus her to constantly develop new skills. port within the ranks. nancies she never took a half day, work- solely on transitioning flyers to the P-8A without simultaneous- The example she has set has inspired She said she dedicates herself to men- ing all the way up until she delivered,” ly transitioning maintainers. many of those she has worked with at toring junior Marines, trying to help Skinner said. “The way she’s been able to In November 2008, Patrol and Reconnaissance leadership her previous commands, including them to plan their futures with solid balance her career and time for a family decided to revert back to traditional Maintenance Departments Warrant Officer Joshua Whann, legal short- and long-term goals. amazes me. She’s done it all.” at the squadron level, thereby negating the requirement for administrative officer, Headquarters The sergeant major said she wishes Fode said she’s still has much she’d CMOs. This was not a negative reflection on the performance Battalion. more junior Marines, male and female, like to do while in the Corps, including of the CMOs, but rather it was determined there is better syner- Whann said he admired Fode’s dedi- were more thoughtful in planning their continuing guiding younger Marines gy by deploying as a single unit, rather than two separate units cation and her commitment to her col- career, before taking on heavy responsi- into professional success. of flyers and maintainers within an MDT. With the advent of leagues when he worked for her as ser- bilities like marriage and children. The sergeant major said she sees more the P-8A, leadership believes traditional, squadron-level mainte- geant in 2001. Fode said carefully planning a bal- dedicated and talented women joining nance will maximize our expeditionary capabilities. So, we can “She’s very approachable and she’d anced career and family life helped the Marine Corps each year. go anywhere, any time - with flyers and maintainers operating always make time to help you,” the legal ensure she could have a good career “Women are doing an outstanding as one unit. administrative officer said. “Something I without sacrificing attention to her two job right now,” she said. “They’re hold- The CMO-2 Disestablishment Ceremony is scheduled for do now for the Marines I’m in charge of sons. ing their own, whether it be out in March 20 at 9 a.m. in Hangar 104 at Marine Corps Base Hawaii. is to be involved in more than just what Fode’s balance of work and family life [deployment] or in garrison.”

TAX, from A-1 tax center because it was convenient and Before you put cheaper. Harris, whose experience took approximately 30 minutes, said the volun- teer assisting him was a "good help," and offered explanations for everything. up a yard sale Patrons need to have several forms with them when coming to the tax center. Items such as W-2 Forms from employers, social security cards, identification cards, bank sign... information and an intake form from the base Web site are a must. Boston said thus far some of the items patrons have forgot- ten have been social security cards and the amount of their stimulus payment last year. Patrons who do not remember the amount of their previous year's stimulus Christine Cabalo payment can find this information at the A packed room full of Hawaii business owners and representatives listen to Internal Revenue Service's Web site - Col. Robert Rice, commanding officer, MCBH during "Industry Day" March http://www.irs.gov. 11. One of the new features of the tax center this year includes an extra evening shift. INDUSTRY, from A-1 Boston said the tax center has two volun- teers who start work at midnight, verifying ty to expand her business contacts in selling her company’s reusable tote tax returns and making sure they are accu- bags. Tengan said she hopes the contacts she meets today will be the key Base Inspector Staff rate. to earning government contracts tomorrow. Base Inspectors Office "They have done an outstanding job," “[Our business] wants to meet the needs of the military community,” Boston said. "They have minimized the Tengan said. “We’re eager to hear feedback and even expand, offering Yard sales, fundraising, car wash and welcome home signs that are [rejected tax returns]." more designs.” posted aboard Marine Corps Base Hawaii must be neat, in good taste Active duty service members, depend- Others who attended, like Peter Steiner, vice president, Aloha Toner, and well secured so they do not detract from the Base appearance. ents, retirees and Department of Defense said he’s hoping to expand his growing base of Hawaii military clients. All base residence wishing to post one of the listed signs needs to civilians are eligible to complete their taxes Steiner’s company sells ink toner and office supplies to several other submit a written request to the Base Inspectors Office, located in free of charge at the base tax center, which Oahu military installations including Hickam Air Force Base in building 216 room 27, no later than three days prior to posting the is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday Honolulu. Like Tengan, Steiner said he came to the event hoping to meet sign. through Thursday. Fridays are reserved for with MCB Hawaii workers who oversee official purchases. The Base Inspectors Office acts as the final approving authority for individuals as well as units who wish to Both Steiner and Tengan, who managed display booths, said they’d all miscellaneous, temporary, and information signs for MCB Hawaii. make an appointment. certainly come back if the base held the event next year. By the middle Residents who don’t request prior approval or follow the base reg- Boston encourages all patrons who have of the day, representatives at several display booths said they’d met with ulations will be required to appear before the Base Magistrate for a not finished their tax returns to come to the 30 to 50 people about their businesses. court hearing. center as soon as they can. He said the tax Pleased at the large turnout, Corcoran said he hopes business owners For more information, see Base Order 11012.2A which outlines the center is usually slow early in the morning have a better understanding of how to do business with MCB Hawaii the proper procedure for individuals, families and units wishing to post or after 1 p.m., but patrons are welcome to proper way. Contracts are negotiated continually, and Corcoran said his signs aboard base. walk in throughout the week as their busy office provides aid to great businesses wanting to come to the base. Residents can look in the Forest City Housing handbook for infor- times vary. For more information about the “The local community is definitely interested in partnering with the mation regarding posting signs on telephone poles, road signs, mail- Base Tax Center, call 257-2834. base,” Corcoran said. “And we want to partner with them. It’s a win-win boxes and trees. Base Orders can be found on the MCB Hawaii web- situation [for everyone].” site at www/mcbh.usmc.mil under the Welcome Aboard tab. 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MARCH 13, 2009 VOLUME 39, NUMBER 10 Hawaii Marine WWW.MCBH.USMC.MIL Sports & Health

Photos by Lance Cpl. Cassandra Yoho VPU-2 puts up their best defense during the second half. It looked like VPU-2 was going to take the lead, but Camp Smith had the victory with a score of 59-56. Camp Smith out-hustles VPU-2 Both teams were confident, only one could come out on top

Lance Cpl. Cassandra Yoho This ritual seemed to work. By the end of the game he had Combat Correspondent scored 20 points. The game started off intense, with both teams constantly Camp Smith defeated Special Patrol Squadron 2, 59-56 at the scrapping for the ball. Semper Fit gymnasium Monday night. VPU-2 trailed the entire game but only by a few baskets. They It was a close game with VPU-2 trailing by a few points the brought the intensity, but not enough to take the lead in the entire game. first half. Tension seemed thick in the gym before the start of the game, Camp Smith’s aggressiveness and Johnson’s high scoring but both teams seemed confident they would come out on top. allowed them to take the lead early. By the end of the first half “Camp Smith is a good team, but we’re looking at a ten point Camp Smith was ahead 28-22. game, about 50 to 60. We’re winning,” said Roby Randolph, a During the two-minute halftime each team huddled to give a VPU-2 player. few quick words of motivation, then spent the rest of the break Before the game, Dillon Cool, a Camp Smith player, predict- on the court shooting before the second half began. ed his team would take the lead. VPU-2 came into the second half determined, playing tough “It’s only my second time playing for the team, but we’re defense and fighting for every shot. Good passes and excellent going to win - we’re a better team,” said Cool. teamwork brought them together as a team. Cool got some last minute motivation from his wife and kids Despite their opponent’s efforts, Camp Smith didn’t let VPU- before he stepped out on the court for the tip-off. 2 move ahead. The smooth passes and quick feet of the Camp Shawna Dillion, Cool’s wife said, “I enjoy coming out with Smith team helped them put points on the board. the kids and supporting the team. The kids like to see their Toward the end of the game, it looked like VPU-2 was going father play too.” to take the lead. They came together as a team and quickly made Timothy Johnson, Camp Smith’s point guard, said he enjoys their way down the court in an attempt to put more points on playing in the intramural league because he has always played the board. Unfortunately, it wasn’t enough for VPU-2 to win. basketball. “We didn’t have enough rebounds, but Camp Smith is a first If talent wasn’t what made this Marine the high scorer of the class opponent,” said Randolph. game, maybe it was his pre-game rituals. When the buzzer sounded, Camp Smith took the victory, but “I know it’s weird, but I have to take a shower before every it was a close one. game, and I have to listen to a certain kind of music,” said Camp Smith’s record is now a strong eight and three, while Players from VPU-2 and Camp Smith fight for the rebound after a bank off the backboard. VPU-2 showed great aggressiveness Johnson. “It gets me in my mood, and I have to wear a hoodie.” VPU-2’s record is five and six. against their tough opponent.

Above: Timothy Johnson takes a shot to put more points on the board for Camp Smith. Johnson had a total of 20 points by the end of the game. Right: Camp Smith sprints to catch up with VPU-2 as they take the ball down the court at the start of the game. VPU-2’s record is now five and six. B-2 • MARCH 13, 2009 HAWAII MARINE HMYAA basketball ends after successful, fun season

Photos by Lance Cpl. Alesha R. Guard The Warriors take on the Bobcats during a Hawaii Military Youth Athletic Association basketball league game during the 2009 Winter season. The teams competed in the league’s Mighty Mite Division, which has athletes ages 6- to 7-years-old.

Lance Cpl. Alesha R. Guard "Not only do I get to observe first hand the individual players' skill Combat Correspondent level improve, but the team's as well," Roth said, of coaching his youth basketball team. Marine Corps Base Hawaii’s youngest 'ballers, ages 5 to 15, recently Jackson said he saw progression in the players' basketball finished their 2008 Hawaii Military Youth Athletic Association basket- skills and in their character. ball season Feb. 28. "There is no question that sports are a great influence Coaches and parents throughout the league agreed it was a very in the development of a child," Jackson. "I feel the lessons successful season, and hope more service members and families begin learned on the field and in the gym helped shape and supporting the league next season to help make athletics possible for mold the type of person [my players] may become. Sports our base youth. help form the character and traits of a child." Coaches "I know that I have had a winning season if each player got better, the Jackson said support from the families of his players team as a whole got better and each child wants to play basketball helped his team come together, also leading to a suc- again next season," said Richard Roth, Coach of Mighty Mite K- cessful season. He said had a Team Mom, Snack Bay Bucks, 6-and 7-year-olds. "My win column is full of smiles, Coordinator, Trophy Coordinator, Team Party hugs and high fives." Planner and a parent make team sign for the teach A coach for base youth sports the past three years, this games. was Roth's first season coaching basketball. He said the "It's great to see parents getting their children reason he volunteered to coach this season was because active, up and away from video games and TV, there simply were not enough basketball coaches. but they need to get involved too," Roth said. "With youth sports aboard a military base good role "Team moms or dads are needed and can be youth models are needed to help fill the gap that deployed parents a great asset to the team. There is no sub- might have trouble filling while they are gone," said Stanson stitute for great parents. I, as a coach, Trindade, Mini Might Pacers coach, 4- to 5-year-olds. only provide the children another role With the growing need for coaches, the youth athletic model example - another person they can director, Clark Abbey, wishes other service members and par- observe and assimilate the good ... traits from and make those B-Ball, ents knew how rewarding being a coach can be. traits a part of their person." "Watching a player improve as both an athlete Trindade said his players' parents involvement was crucial to and a person is one of the most fulfilling accom- the success of his basketball team this season. He said he plishments one can have," said Randy Jackson, enjoyed coaching his team this past season and being able to coach of Bulls, Mighty Mite, 5-and 6-year-olds. see his players improve. learn life "If I am lucky enough that when one of my "This is a great league," Jackson said. "Teams aren't allowed former players are asked who influenced his to run up the score or gloat. What really appeals to me [is] the or her life and they say my name, I will con- focus on fun and sportsmanship. I highly recommend it as a sider myself the 'richest' person in the land." parent and a coach." During the competitive portion of the season, the base children Abbey said he hopes more parents and service members lessons compete against other basketball teams from Hickam Air Force Base and will take advantage of the positive experience, not only for their Pearl Harbor Naval Base. children but also for themselves. He said he hopes the league con- "The number of teams available from all the bases on Island make [the tinues to draw more support from the community to help make the league] a great experience for the players," Trindade said. The different next basketball season possible. coaching styles and methods reflected in the games helped the kids The next HMYAA basketball season begins official practice learn to adapt to new and different situations on the court." in December. Throughout the past basketball season, Jackson said he felt For more information on coaching or signing up for rewarded as he saw his players' fundamentals skills progress. the next HMYAA season, call Clark Abbey at 254-7611.

Parents congratulate the Warrior youth basketball team players after their HMYAA basketball game at the Semper Fit Center.

Above: Damein Girouard, Warriors player, gets his team pumped up in a huddle during a HMYAA basketball league game. Cutout in story: In a fast break during a Mighty Might division game, Colin Johansson dribbles down the court toward the basket, looking for his teammates. HAWAII MARINE MARCH 13, 2009 • B-3

Intramural Basketball League schedule Intramural Basketball Tonight Fri., Mar. 13 (Rescheduled from Feb. 27) 6:30 p.m. HSL-24 vs. VP-47 League Standings 7:30 p.m. HSL-37 vs. CPRW-2 Team Wins Losses 2030 P.M. CAC vs. CISD “HQBN”

CPRW-2 10 0 MALS-24 9 1 No playoff game on POSTAL 7 4 CISD 5 5 Friday, March 20 CAMP SMITH 8 3 Playoffs are scheduled for: HSL-37 5 3 March 17 VP-47 6 5 March 18 VPU-2 4 7 March 23 CAC 4 6 March 24 VP-9 3 9 March 25 MCAF 5 6 These games will be single elimination. HMH-463 1 9 Playoff teams to be determined after final GOLF COURSE 1 10 games tonight. Playoff brackets will be Updated as of March 9 finalized March 17.

Intramural Baseball League Schedule Intramural Baseball All games will be played at 6:30 p.m. at Riseley Field

League Standings Mon., Mar. 16 CPRW-2 vs. HQBN Team Wins Losses Tie Tues., March 17 HQBN 6 3 3RD RADIO BN vs. MAG-24 3RD RADIO BN 3 6 1 MAG-24 3 3 1 For more information about CPRW-2 6 6 Intramural sports, contact Updated as of Mar. 9 Joe Au at 254-7597. TRICARE covers Smoke detectors save lives

Blair Martin homes, living quarters - including bar- their smoke detector at least once a vaccine to prevent Contributing Writer racks buildings - and working areas. month to make sure it is fully function- “With military [family] housing, ing by pressing the test button on the According to the National Fire bachelor quarters and all government device until it starts buzzing or ringing cervical cancer Protection Association, the majority of facilities, smoke detectors are hard-wired loudly. Press the button again to stop the Diane R. Mayer fatal home fires happen at night when into the system plus they are checked ringing, he said. TriWest Healthcare Alliance people are asleep. But smoke alarms are and serviced by military managers and “The whole [process] is very simple,” designed to serve as the first line of barracks petty officers,” he explained. Flint said. “They all have a button - sim- A vaccine can save the lives of more than 11,000 women defense against fire and give people “However, I want to urge the [public] to ply by pushing that button and hearing this year. enough time to escape. not rely on others when it comes to the it means it is working. So when you hear That equals about 30 women a day in the United States, However, due to an inoperable smoke protection of you and your family. Please that buzzing [during a real fire], that is according to the American Cancer Society. These women are alarm, 20-year-old Coast Guardsman remember to check your smoke detectors the sign for you to get out and call 9-1-1 diagnosed with cervical cancer; almost 4,000 will die from this Eric Lanus, aboard USS Mohawk Coast regularly,” he added. and make sure everyone is outside at frequently preventable disease. Guard Cutter (WPG-78), died in a Feb. Flint also said the Sailor barracks had [either] a meeting place or by the fire Human papillomavirus has been found to be the number 12 accidental house fire at his home in fully automated fire alarms installed as truck,” he continued. one cause of cervical cancer. However, there is an HPV vaccine. Key West, Fla. well. For more information on fire safety, This TRICARE-covered benefit is available to protect against Victor Flint, battalion chief for the “The BPOs are trained to do daily sys- contact the fire department prevention certain types of HPV viruses that have been linked to cervical Federal Fire Department Fire Prevention tem checks, FFD checks the systems station at 471-3303. For more informa- cancer. Division, Hawaii, said in light of the when inspecting and drilling the build- tion on smoke detectors or the National The risk of developing cervical cancer can be greatly reduced recent Key West tragedy, he hopes the ings, and the NAVFAC [Naval Facilities Fire Prevention Association, visit by taking the following steps: naval community will take a more proac- Engineering Command Hawaii] fire www.nfpa.org. 1. Get Regular Pap Tests tive approach to making sure their alarm shop does regular maintenance Things to know about smoke alarms Why get tested? Sixty percent of the cervical cancers cur- smoke detectors are working properly. and service on the building’s systems,” - Test alarms at least monthly. rently diagnosed in the United States are in women who have “Every year, about 5,000 Americans he explained. “FFD also not only - Replace batteries at least once a year never received a Pap test or who have not been tested in the die because of fire,” he said. “One way to inspects them, but we conduct fire drills - for example, when you set the clocks past five years. Start testing within three years of becoming sex- reduce those numbers is to educate. So and train the BPOs on fire hazard abate- back in the fall - or whenever an alarm ually active or at age 18, whichever comes first. we want to get the word out about fire ment.” “chirps” to tell you the battery is low. 2. Obtain the Human Papillomavirus Vaccine safety and smoke detectors and how In a statement, released by Forest City, - Replace any smoke alarm that is The HPV vaccine can be given at the same time as other vac- functional they are. They really do work all Navy housing residents are “required more than 10 years old. cines. and can save your life,” he emphasized. to test both smoke detectors and carbon - Be sure everyone sleeping in your The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recom- Flint said that for homeowners, monoxide detectors on a regular basis home can hear your smoke alarms. mends the vaccine be administered to females ages 11 to 26 smoke detectors are estimated at saving and replace batteries.” - Consider installing smoke alarms years old, although girls as young as 9 may receive it. nearly 900 lives each year and are easily The statement also noted that resi- with a “long life” battery that can last up The vaccine does not protect against every type of HPV available at any hardware store at a rela- dents are not to tamper with, adjust or to 10 years. These alarms must also be infection and cannot prevent all cervical cancers. It is still tively low price. disconnect any smoke detectors or car- tested at least once a month. important to continue getting regular exams and Pap tests. “One great benefit of having a smoke bon monoxide detectors. “Violation of - Install alarms on every level of your Women interested in getting the HPV vaccine should con- detector is that when you let your insur- this is a material breach of the lease home, including the basement. tact their physician. ance company know, they will bring agreement and residents shall notify - Don’t install alarms closer than three For more information on TRICARE benefits and healthy liv- your rates down,” he said. owner of all repair needs promptly,” the feet from a bathroom door. ing, visit http://www.triwest.com or call TRICARE at 1-888-TRI- As for military and government work- statement read. - For people who are deaf or hard of WEST (874-9378). ers, smoke detectors are required in all Flint said every family should check hearing, some alarms flash a strobe-light. B-4 • MARCH 13, 2009 HAWAII MARINE Spotlight On Sports Sports Briefs

Parents for Fitness Personal Trainers Available at Semper Fit

The Parents for Fitness Program is a cooperative babysitting effort For those looking to get into a tailored exercise regimen, or just look- available at the Semper Fit Center for all active duty service members ing for good advice on weight management and weight control, the and their families. Semper Fit Center offers free personal training consultation. The PFFP participants are required to volunteer to babysit three You can schedule an appointment with a trainer who will take times per month and is open for parents with children 6 weeks and body-fat measurements, blood-pressure and heart-rate readings. older. They will do all this and tailor a program, based on your physical For more information, call Allison at 744-5977 or MCBHcoop@hot- needs and ambitions. mail.com. For only $5 per workout, a professional trainer will actually work with you to ensure maximum efficiency. Jujitsu at Semper Fit Cener Pick up a personal training appointment card at the Semper Fit Center now. Andre Derizans, a third degree Gracie Jujitsu black belt, is teaching For more information, contact Semper Fit at 254-7597. a class Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. at the Semper Fit Center. All experience levels are welcome. The class costs $100 per month. Fishing Charters Available at MCB Hawaii For more information, call the Semper Fit Center at 254-7597. Need a flexible Spend the day aboard one of the Base Marina’s fishing charter boats. Paintball Hawaii For more information, stop by the Base Marina located in Building 1698, across from Hangar 101, or call 254-7666 or 254-7667. workout? Nestled behind the Lemon Lot stands Paintball Hawaii. Shoot over for great deals and have a blast with your friends. Semper Fit Offers New Array of Aerobics Sign up for Semper Fit’s PiYO class! Each session Cost is $25 per person and includes one air refill, equipment and the fuses Yoga and Pilates exercises for a well-bal- field fee. The field is open weekends from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Semper Fit Center announces a new and expanded aerobics anced fitness regimen. Classes are Mondays from For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 265- program. For more information call 254-7597. 10 to 11 a.m. 4283. For more information, call 254-7597. K-Bay Lanes Okinawa Kenpo Karate

K-Bay Lanes offers economical entertainment, Mondays through Every Tuesday and Thursday, join MCCS Youth Activities’ contrac- Thursdays. All E-1s to E-5s pay $2 for games and $1 for shoe rentals. tor for Kenpo Karate Kobudo classes, held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in Every Thursday, when you roll a strike with a colored pin as the Building 1391, located behind the old 7-Day Store. headpin, you can win up to three free games of bowling. Adults and children are welcome. All patrons are welcome to take advantage of this deal. Costs for classes are $35 for adults, $25 for children, and $20 for Semper Fit If you make the play, you win! additional family members. For more information, contact K-Bay Lanes at 254-7693. For information, call MCCS Youth Activities at 254-7610. Group classes

Cardio Kick If you’re trying to get rid of pent up frustration or just look- ing for an awesome workout, this is the class for you! This high-energy class incorporates punches and kick combos to Commander’s Fitness Series improve endurance, speed and agility while burning calo- ries and increasing muscle tone.

To register for events in the Commander’s Fitness Series visit the Semper Fit Center Boot Camp or go online to http://www.mccshawaii.com/cgfit.htm. This class is an extremely intense cardio workout with a tough strengthening portion that is sometimes held in the For more information about the events, call Tina Lui at 254-7590. basketball court for a more intense workout.

SM&SP Surf & Turf 5k In the spirit of the season, a Family Fun Run around the Pop Warner Stretch/Flexibility Training Saturday, March 28 Field track will take place after the race. Reach for those toes. Tired of having someone else scratch your back? Time to limber up. A class working on getting One of MCCS’ most scenic races, the SM&SP Surf & Turf takes back the flexibility you once had or just stretching out runners to the reaches of MCBH Kaneohe Bay, including stretches HSL-37 Splash & Dash Biathlon those overworked muscles. Stretch is a great way to reduce down our most panoramic beaches. This race begins at The Officers’ TBA your chances of getting injured from tight muscles. Club and winds down through the Kaneohe Klipper Golf Course An amphibious assault is coming to Kaneohe Bay. As they are Core Conditioning and beyond. trained to do, the Marines and Sailors aboard MCB Hawaii will be Ever wanted a stronger core? This 30-minute abdominal and passionately hitting the surf and the turf around the Marine Corps back class will help you to develop a stronger core through 3rd Marines 10k Run Air Facility. This is not a training exercise, it for real. It is the HSL-37 various ab and back exercises. Saturday, April 18, 7 a.m. “Easyriders” Splash & Dash Biathlon. Can you handle a 10k? If so, then put your feet to the test, and The race begins with a 500 meter open water swim, then grab Cycling Tired of those boring 3-mile runs? Well, come for a ride sign up for the 3rd Marines 10 kilometer race. Taking racers all across your running shoes and head around the flight line for the five kilo- with us. This class uses specialized stationary bikes that the base, this CO’s Fitness Series race is a real challenge. Avid runners meter foot race. Running by the flight line enhances the race by giv- help you burn a large amount of calories and tone up while will love this course designed to test novice and trained long-range ing participants a military feel during their run. The scenery is beau- improving your core strength. Set to specialized music as racers. tiful and runners get a chance to run on an active taxiway and see you peddle off the pounds. military aircraft. Cycle Express VP-47 5k Runway Run For a high-intensity workout, try this one-hour class. It is Saturday, July 4 MCAF Tradewind Triathlon sure to challenge your endurance levels through the use of All of Oahu is invited to get physical and enter the VP-47 5k TBA various interval trainings while riding on a bike. Runway Run at 7 a.m. The race starts & finishes at Hangar 104, and The MCAF Tradewind Triathlon is the final triathlon offered in Gut Cut takes runners along the MCBH Flightline, catching glimpses of his- Hawaii this year, so get registered early. The Tradewind Triathlon hits You’ve heard the stories. Come experience it for yourself – torical Pyramid Rock. MCCS will present awards to the top three fin- the shores and streets of MCB Hawaii Kaneohe Bay with a 500 meter or are you scared? This 30-minute abdominal class is ishers in various age groups, as well as, to the top three overall Men swim followed by an 11.1 mile bike course, and ending with a 5 kilo- designed to strengthen your core muscles. and Women finishers. meter run. This event is ideal for amateur or experienced triathletes, Pilates and even serves as the Official Hawaii Senior Olympic Triathlon for This amazing class uses a powerful series of non-impact HQSVCBN Camp Smith 5k Grueler 2009. exercises for total body sculpting. This class will help devel- Wednesday, September 16 op strength, flexibility, balance, and weight loss to sculpt Race over to Camp Smith for the Camp Smith 5k Grueler, and HQBN Sprint Triathlon lean, long muscles and reshape your body from head to toe. show the mountain what you're made of. The 5k foot race takes TBA Muscle Conditioning diehard runners throughout Camp Smith’s rugged mountainous ter- Bike, swim, or run to MCB Hawaii and grab your registration Not coordinated for a traditional aerobics class? This class rain beginning at the panoramic Bordelon Field. If you think you form for the most hardcore event held on the windward side. You has minimal choreography so this is safe. A muscular can handle the race, you are in for a visual delight. High above the had better be ready, because the HQBN Sprint Triathlon is right endurance workout using hand weights and bands to work all muscle groups. Pearl Harbor basin, this race will treat runners to scenic vistas, from around the corner. Honolulu to Ewa Beach. The Triathlon consists of a 500 meter swim in the waters of Step Kaneohe Bay, an 11 mile bike race circumnavigating the entire base, This is a tried and true classic. Fads come and go, but step 3rd Radio Bn Jingle Bell Jog and ends with a 3.5 mile run, all concluding at the Base Marina. endures all. This fundamental class focuses on getting a great workout on the steps with basic choreography — Saturday, December 5 Participants may enter individually, or in three-man relay teams. For nothing fancy — just hard work and a ton of sweat. Jog off that Thanksgiving feast! This 4 mile run around the the relay teams, one person will swim, one person will bike and one Nuupia Ponds will help you stay fit throughout the holiday season. person will run. Step it Up Step it up is a challenging 45-minute to one-hour step class incorporates one, two, or multiple steps with fun and cho- reography.

Step Challenge To step it up even more. This class is for the seasoned step- CoCoverver thethe wworldorld per or for those just looking for a challenge. This class is a full hour of fun and challenging choreography.

Strength and Conditioning Geared toward active duty personnel who get up early. This class focuses on strengthening the body utilizing hand inin paint!paint! weights, steps, bands and balls. This is a great alternative to running, running, and more running.

Water Aerobics This non-impact workout is excellent for cardiovascular conditioning, flexibility and strengthening. Aqua training is a terrific way to gain fitness without the stresses of gravity experienced in land-based training. For more information AimAim forfor aa funfun timetime withwith friends!friends! OpenOpen SaturdaysSaturdays andand on group classes call 254-7597 SundaysSundays fromfrom 99 a.m.a.m. toto 55 p.m.p.m. Hours of operation: Monday-Friday, 0430-2230 ForFor moremore information,information, callcall 265-4283265-4283 Saturday, 0700-2200 Sunday & Holidays, 0700-1800 HAWAII MARINE MARCH 13, 2009 • B-5

March is save your vision month How to keep your children’s eyes healthy, 2 to 5 years old

Fact Sheet is developing normally can provide a child vision. They may not evaluate how well the Sometimes, despite all your efforts, your child www.aoa.org with a good "head start" for school. child can focus his or her eyes or how well the may still miss a step in vision development. eyes work together. Generally color vision, This is why vision examinations at ages 3 Every experience a preschooler has is an Signs of eye and vision which is important to the use of color coded and 5 are important to detect and treat these opportunity for growth and development. problems learning materials, is not tested. problems before a child begins school. They use their vision to guide other learning By age 3, your child should have a thorough Here are several things that can be done at experiences. According to the American Public Health optometric eye examination to make sure his home to help your preschooler continue to suc- From ages 2 to 5, a child will be fine-tuning Association, about 10% of preschoolers have or her vision is developing properly and there cessfully develop his or her visual skills: the visual abilities gained during infancy and eye or vision problems. However, children this is no evidence of eye disease. - Practice throwing and catching a ball or developing new ones. age generally will not voice complaints about If needed, your doctor of optometry can pre- bean bag Stacking building blocks, rolling a ball back their eyes. scribe treatment, including eyeglasses and/or - Read aloud to your child and let him or her and forth, coloring, drawing, cutting, or assem- Parents should watch for signs that may vision therapy, to correct a vision development see what is being read bling lock-together toys all help improve indicate a vision problem, including: problem. - Provide a chalkboard or finger paints important visual skills. - Sitting close to the TV or holding a book With today's diagnostic equipment and - Encourage play activities requiring hand- Preschoolers depend on their vision to learn too close tests, a child does not have to know the alpha- eye coordination such as block building tasks that will prepare them for school. They - Squinting bet or how to read to have his or her eyes and assembling puzzles are developing the visually-guided eye-hand- - Tilting their head examined. Here are several tips to make your - Play simple memory games body coordination, fine motor skills and visual - Frequently rubbing their eyes child's optometric examination a positive expe- - Provide opportunities to color, cut and perceptual abilities necessary to learn to read - Short attention span for the child's age rience: paste and write. - Turning of an eye in or out - Make an appointment early in the day. - Make time for outdoor play including ball Steps taken at this age to help ensure vision - Sensitivity to light Allow about one hour. games, bike/tricycle riding, swinging and is developing normally can provide a child - Difficulty with eye-hand-body coordina- - Talk about the examination in advance and rolling activities with a good "head start" for school. tion when playing ball or bike riding encourage your child's questions. - Encourage interaction with other children. Preschoolers are eager to draw and look at - Avoiding coloring activities, puzzles and - Explain the examination in terms your pictures. Also, reading to young children is other detailed activities child can understand, comparing the E Toys, activities that important to help them develop strong visuali- If you notice any of these signs in your pre- chart to a puzzle and the instruments to help develp visual skills zation skills as they "picture" the story in their schooler, arrange for a visit to your doctor of tiny flashlights and a kaleidoscope. minds. optometry. Unless your doctor of optometry advises One-year-olds This is also the time when parents need to be otherwise, your child's next eye examination Toys: Bright balls; blocks; zippers; rocking alert for the presence of vision problems like Understanding the dif- should be at age 5. horse; riding toys pushed with the feet. crossed eyes or lazy eye. These conditions often ference between a By comparing test results of the two exami- Activities: Throwing a ball; read to child. develop at this age. nations, your optometrist can tell how well Two-year-olds Crossed eyes or strabismus involves one or vision screening and a your child's vision is developing for the next Toys: Pencils, markers, crayons; bean both eyes turning inward or outward. vision examination major step into the school years. bag/ring toss games; peg hammering toys; sort- Amblyopia, commonly known as lazy eye, is a ing shapes/sizes toys; puzzles; blocks. lack of clear vision in one eye, which can't be It is important to know that a vision screen- What parents can do to Activities: Read to child; outdoor play; catch. fully corrected with eyeglasses. Lazy eye often ing by a child's pediatrician or at his or her pre- help with preschool 3 to 6 Years develops as a result of crossed eyes, but may school is not the same as a comprehensive eye Toys: Building toys with large snap-together occur without noticeable signs. and vision examination by an optometrist. vision development components; stringing beads; puzzles; peg- In addition, parents should watch their Vision screenings are a limited process and boards; crayons; finger paint; chalk; modeling child for indication of any delays in develop- can't be used to diagnose an eye or vision prob- Playing with other children can help devel- clay; simple sewing cards; large balls; match- ment, which may signal the presence of a lem, but rather may indicate a potential need oping visual skills. up-shape toys; tricycle; connect-the-dot games; vision problem. Difficulty with recognition of for further evaluation. They may miss as many There are everyday things that parents can sticker boots/games. colors, shapes, letters and numbers can occur if as 60% of children with vision problems. Even do at home to help their preschooler's vision Activities: Climbing, running; using balance there is a vision problem. if a vision screening does not identify a possi- develop as it should. There are a lot of ways to beam; playground equipment. The preschool years are a time for develop- ble vision problem, a child may still have one. use playtime activities to help improve differ- This list of toys and activities is not com- ing the visual abilities that a child will need in Passing a vision screening can give parents a ent visual skills. plete. There are many other ways you can aid school and throughout his or her life. Steps false sense of security. Many preschool vision Toys, games and playtime activities help by your child's vision development and teach him taken during these years to help ensure vision screenings only assess one or two areas of stimulating the process of vision development. or her good eye safety and vision care habits. B-6 • MARCH 13, 2009 HAWAII MARINE Marine Corps Sports Hall of Fame Athlete of the week Leo Nomellini Class of 2007 - Football Player - Lineman

- Born June 19, 1924, in Lucca, As a freshman, Nomellini earned a starting Italy spot on the offensive line. During his sophomore - Died Oct. 17, 2000, at age of season, he was moved to offensive tackle where he became a two time All-American in 1948 and 76 1949. - Two-time Minnesota All- In addition to his stellar football career, American Nomellini won the Big 10 heavyweight wrestling - 174 regular-season and 266 pro championship and was also on the Minnesota games track team as a shot putter and anchorman on the 440-yard relay team - All-NFL six times, two years on In 1950, Nomellini became the San Francisco offense, four years on defense 49ers first draft choice. At 6-3 and 260, "The - Named NFL's all-time defensive Lion" had everything needed to be an all-time tackle pro: great-size, speed, agility, aggressiveness, ded- ication to the game, superb conditioning and the - Played in 10 Pro Bowl games willingness to go the full 60 minutes of any game. Nomellini played offensive tackle during his Press Release first three professional seasons and was an All-Pro Marine Corps Community Services Sports in 1951 and 1952. After the 1952 season, Nomellini displayed his Leo Nomellini was born June 19, 1924 in versatility when he was moved to defensive tack- Lucca, Italy. When he was two years old, his fam- le, where he was named to the All-Pro team four ily moved to the United States where they even- more times. tually settled in the Chicago area. Before his retirement in 1963, Nomellini Because he had to work to help support his played in 174 straight regular-season games, family, Nomellini had to pass up high school including 10 Pro Bowl games, for a total of 266 football. pro contest appearances. In 1943, Nomellini joined the Marine Corps During several off-seasons, Nomellini also and served in the South Pacific as an aviation starred as a professional wrestler. mechanic and specialist. In 1969, Nomellini was enshrined to the Pro In 1946 Nomellini was reassigned to Cherry Football Hall of Fame. Point, NC, where he would play in his first foot- Nomellini later joined the Northwestern Tile ball game. Company in Oakland, Calif., where he was After his discharge in 1946, Nomellini was named vice president. given a football scholarship from the University On Oct. 17, 2000, Leo Nomellini passed away of Minnesota. at the age of 76.

SM & SP Surf & Turf 5k

Saturday, March 28

One of MCCS’ most scenic races, the SM&SP Surf & Turf takes runners to the reaches of MCBH Kaneohe Bay, including stretches down our most panoramic beaches. This race begins at The Officers’ Club and winds down through the Kaneohe Klipper Golf Course and beyond. This race is also part of the Commander’s Fitness Series.

To register for events in the Commander’s Fitness Series visit the Semper Fit Center or go online to http://www.mcc- shawaii.com For more information about the race, call Tina Lui at 254-7590. MARCH 13, 2009 VOLUME 39, NUMBER 10 Hawaii Marine WWW.MCBH.USMC.MIL Lifestyles

Photos by Kristen Wong [Left] Kenny Kendall of Mildura, Scotland pretends to propose to his friend resident Mark Strong of Glasgow, Scotland, at the pagoda where Jin [Daniel Dae Kim] proposed to Sun [YunJin Kim] on the tel- evision series “Lost.” The episode, set in Korea was actually filmed in Kaneohe, Hawaii, at the Byodo-In Temple. Hawaiian Escapades offers three different tours, all visiting various sites where the show is filmed on the island of Oahu.

Kristen Wong tour is a waterfall, located behind Nuuanu during the tours as well. He said a Korean lenge and were given two weeks to come up Photojournalist Memorial Park, where the finale of Season 2 gentleman on one of the tours once asked with a full-fledged tour. was filmed. Davis recommends visitors wear where they would see the “Hawaiian polar A group of three from the company, Four years ago, a plane crashed on an undis- bug spray when going to the waterfall. bears.” including Palomares, drove around the island closed island location. Seventy-one strangers Visitors should wear comfortable shoes, “It’s a dream come true,” said Baerbel for hours, trying to find the exact filming emerged from the wreckage, not knowing where because there is also a good amount of walk- Bureick, a New York City, N.Y., resident who locations of the series. Palomares said the they were or what to do. Of those survivors, view- ing involved. experienced The “Lost” Paradise Quest. “I’m a very first trial “Lost” tour was too lengthy, ers first get to know 14 of them through stories If you are unlucky enough to travel in huge fan.” and the contest winners from California were about their past and present. rainy weather, fear not, for Hawaiian Bureick said she would spend hours watch- extremely tired by the end, so the tour was “Lost” has been a popular television series Escapades is prepared. In the tour van are ing “Lost” episodes on her digital player condensed. since its release in 2004, and films the major- ponchos, umbrellas, bug spray, a cooler of when waiting at the airport. Three years later, Hawaiian Escapades now ity of its episodes on Oahu. Since May 2006, refreshing drinks and a basket of chips. Kenny Kendall, a Mildura, Scotland, resi- belongs to Aldebaran Enterprises. In addition Hawaiian Escapades, a local tour company, The tour highlights locations such as the dent, and his friend Mark Strong, a resident of to the “Lost” tours, Hawaiian Escapades offers has been showing visitors and residents the Byodo-In Temple, located in the Valley of the Glasgow, Scotland, are also fans of “Lost,” other tours such as the Oahu Ghost Hunt, vast amount of film sites around the island Temples in the city of Kaneohe. Davis said the and went on The “Lost” Paradise Quest. Oahu Sugar Trail Trek and several more. where “Lost” was and is being filmed. temple was used as Sun’s father’s “house” and Strong said they came to do sightseeing as Visitors who book a tour with Hawaiian Three different “Lost” tours are offered to there is a pagoda at the temple where Jin well, so the tour was beneficial in that they Escapades have the option of going with a visitors; The “Lost” Paradise Quest, The Other asked Sun to marry him. could still see a lot of the island while taking regular tour group or having a private tour of “Lost” Experience, and “Lost” in Honolulu. Other highlights of “The Lost Paradise the tour. their own. Davis said he could have anywhere Each tour varies in location and duration. The Quest” include a short tour of North Shore’s “It’s nice that you get to go around the between two and 15 people on a tour at one company also offers what is known as The Camp Erdman, where cabins at the camp island,” said Maureen Archer, a “Lost” fan time. Palomares said the company tries to Ultimate “Lost” Adventure, in which visitors were used for “The Other’s Village.” Davis who was on vacation while her friend was make it as personal as possible with smaller, can pick and choose from a prepared list of describes various aspects of the filming in working in Hawaii. cozy vans with air conditioning and glass sites and make their own special tour. each particular place. Dave Palomares, a former native of panel roofs. Tour guide Sean Davis said he learns a For example, the “Lost” staff asked Camp Chicago, is the marketing director of “A lot of people say it’s great,” Palomares thing or two on every tour. Formerly from Erdman if they had permission to blow up a Hawaiian Escapades. He said the company said. “[They] feel like the guide’s a friend, and Seattle, Davis said he once met Korean cabin. Camp Erdman replied the cabin would had been looking to put together a tour of the he’s just showing us around the island.” tourists who told him the series is subtitled in need to be replaced, so the staff built its own “Lost” film sites, but nothing had been set in The “Lost” tours will continue even after Korean except for conversations between Jin extra cabin and blew it up. stone. Then in 2006, a Sacramento, Calif., the final episodes are filmed. (Daniel Dae Kim) and Sun (Yunjin Kim), who As Davis drives the tour van, he gives visi- radio station gave away an all-expense paid “Lost” recently wrapped up filming its fifth speak Korean. They complained however, tors a general overview of the Hawaiian trip to Hawaii to see where “Lost” was filmed. season which started in September and fin- that Daniel Dae Kim’s Korean is lousy, and Islands in addition to facts about the series. Palomares said the radio station ished this week, according to Hawaiian they don’t understand him. He said tourists tend to ask him common approached several local tour companies and Escapades. “They almost need Korean subtitles for his questions such as the location of where the inquired as to whether there was a “Lost” tour For more information, visit the Hawaiian Korean,” Davis joked. actor houses are. they could book the winners on. Palomares Escapades Web site, http://www.hawai- One stop on “The Lost Paradise Quest” Sometimes he gets interesting questions said Hawaiian Escapades took on the chal- ianescapades.com.

Sean Davis, tour guide, Hawaiian Escapades describes the scene in Season 1 of the televi- sion series “Lost,” to interested fans on the The “Lost” Paradise Tour. Hawaiian Escapades [Left] Mark Strong, of Glasgow, Scotland and Kenny Kendall, of Mildura, Scotland [right], pose on the famous rock has been offering tours of sites where “Lost” has been filmed since 2006. where Jin [Daniel Dae Kim] is seen fishing on the television series "Lost." Hawaiian Escapades offers three differ- ent tours, all visiting various sites where the show is filmed on the island of Oahu. C-2 • MARCH 13, 2009 HAWAII MARINE

Your weekly guide to all aspects of entertainment elcome to the Pass In Review, your num- ber one source for cinema, music, videogameW and book reviews. The Pass In Review crew consists of more than 10 critics, each with their own idea of what makes a movie, album, game or book great. So be sure to take advantage of the Better Know A Critic section, which spotlights this week’s critics to better help you choose the critic with opinions most like your own. Using our breakthrough four point scale system you can quickly deci- pher what is worth your time and what isn’t, or read the full review for an in-depth analysis and explanation of the rating. The rating sys- tem uses ammunition and range terminology, so if you’re not familiar, here’s a quick break- down of the ratings ...

1/4 — No Impact, No Idea Horrendous. Among the worst of the worst in its genre. Dedicating time to this ‘Vicky Cristina is not only wasteful, but unforgivable. Avoid at all costs. 2/4 — High And To The Right Mediocrity at its best. Lacks a few things Barcelona’ that might have made it really good. A decent time waster, partake only if you have nothing better to do. ‘Identity’ Lance Cpl. Cassandra Yoho raw talent. This passionate Combat Correspondent side of Maria allows her to see 3/4 — On Target that Cristina is the missing Praiseworthy. A great endeavor, not “Vicky Cristina Barcelona” element to her and her ex- quite an instant classic but still very 2003 movie thrills, is an interesting movie with husband’s relationship. entertaining. This is a sound invest- respectable actors and an The couple needs Cristina ment of your time. intrigues viewers entertaining plot. to help them communicate 4/4 — Confirmed Kill Unfortunately there is effectively. I guess Juan Kristen Wong other, and the killer that is Genius. In the top 10 percent of its something missing from the Antonio and Maria are too Photojournalist stalking them all. genre. This is the stuff legends are movie, which keeps it from passionate and need Cristina, made of. Missing out on it would be "Identity" moved me to care being a “confirmed kill.” the more peaceful type, to be a disservice to yourself. "Identity," a 2003 psycho- for these characters, despite The film is narrated, which the middleman. Hey, whatev- logical thriller is proof that their dark secrets. is fine, but narration wasn’t er works, I guess. So, there you have it and we hope you enjoy movies missed on the big Because they are each killed needed and is actually dis- Now, this is where I our weekly reviews. Don’t forget, The Hawaii screen may just catch some- suddenly without explana- tracting most of the realize this movie gives Marine accepts submissions from its readers so one's eye on television. I tion, I looked past their faults time because the story off too much of the free- if you consider yourself a film buff, music afi- enjoyed this movie immense- and hoped they would survive tells itself. spirit vibe for my cionado, gaming geek or bookworm feel free to ly. somehow. All the actors Vicky, played taste. submit your own reviews. Or, if you disagree At an ungodly hour were skilled, and con- by Rebecca Hall, Not to men- with a review published and want fellow read- of the morning, the tributed to the movie's and Cristina, tion, Maria Elena ers to know the real scoop, send in a condensed lawyer and doctor success. played by has tried to kill review and we’ll run it as a second opinion. of convicted killer I like how the Scarlett Juan Antonio in Malcolm Rivers writers created Johansson, go on the past. I don’t have convinced patterns a summer trip to see an innocent the court to throughout the Barcelona, Spain. artist from New revisit Rivers' movie, some They stay with York, making Better Know case before his you may not Vicky’s relatives the relationship execution the even realize and find them- work. following day. until after selves getting into The three artists A Critic Doctor you've had time new adventures every day. find happiness with each Lance Cpl. Cassandra Yoho feels a Malick has diag- to think about it. good movie should make you forget They meet an intriguing other and realize without one about everything that’s going on in nosed Rivers with I didn't realize that native who is the creative, of them, the relationship the outside world. Her favorite movies multiple personality disorder, in a way some of the charac- free-spirited painter type. He could not work. Hey, whatev- are always comedies. Whether a movie spurred on by a neglected ters contributed to the misfor- makes you laugh, cry, or scared to go to approaches them bluntly, and er works, I guess. bed at night, if it takes you away from real- childhood. Malick assures the tune of others. For example, admits he has intentions of “Vicky Cristina Barcelona” ity for those few hours then it’s good to go judge that through speaking Paris roots through her clothes pursuing both of them. is full of ups and downs, and in her eyes. with Malcolm, he will be able with the top down on her car Bottom line is, both girls fall twists and turns. As soon as YOHO to find and destroy the per- and loses a shoe, which pops for the man named Juan the movie goes toward a cer- sonality responsible for the the family's car tire. Antonio Gonzalo, played by tain point, another curveball Kristen Wong admits she sometimes murders, thus granting Rivers In some ways, "Identity" is Javier Bardem. is thrown in. There is nothing has to be dragged to movies that she residence in a mental institu- similar to Alfred Hitchcock's Now, what I did like is the really bad about the film, but later finds to be outstanding. She tion instead of the death "Psycho" - the famous movie prefers fantasy driven movies, like Lord of movie didn’t quickly turn into the constant dramatic the Rings, the Harry Potter films, and The penalty. which depicts a young woman two best friends fighting over changes kept throwing me off. Matrix Trilogy. She loves to give synapses Elsewhere in the desert, as named Marion Crane who is the same guy. In fact, Vicky What I really didn’t like of all her favorite movies to curious and rain floods the lonely asphalt murdered by disturbed motel unsuspecting folks, and hopes one day pulls away because well… she about the movie was it left me she'll see "Based on the book by Kristen road, ten people are forced to manager Norman Bates. is engaged. feeling empty by the end of it. Wong" on the big screen. check into the only motel for During a scene in "Psycho," as Cristina goes to live with The drama piles up, but there WONG miles. The movie bounces the rain pours outside the Juan Antonio for the rest of is no resolution to any of it. back and forth between the Bates' Motel, Marion very the summer. Then the drama It leaves you on motel and the carefully secures the bundle of really starts as Penelope Cruz, your couch wonder- Quick Hit courtroom. money she had stolen from playing the crazy ex-wife, ing what in the ‘Sweet Land’ The movie her employer. Similarly, enters the picture. world did I just 3 out of 4 (On Target) includes well- "Identity" depicts a rain- Maria Elena, played by watch for two “Sweet Land” is a sweet love story about a young Norwegian immigrant named Inge Altenberg known actors like washed Paris securing her own Cruz, is insanely jealous and hours? who is sent to America after World War I to marry the son of a family she met in Norway. She Amanda Peet and money in the motel room. unpredictable. Her eyes alone As bad as I want and her future husband, Olaf Torvik, find themselves ostracized by the entire town they live in John Cusack. The Though Rivers is not as made me nervous when she an ending to this because Inge is a German immigrant with no papers. While the rest of the community comes movie is filled with prominent in the movie as the walked on screen. film, I don’t want to together to cut down the fields of hay using huge machines, Inge and Olaf are forced to harvest various characters, other characters, his relation As you watch the movie, be dragged through their crops by hand and alone. Once the town’s people realize they are both good, honest peo- from a prostitute to to them is eventually revealed you just wait for the next time more drama to get ple they are finally accepted. This movie shows true love at its finest and the benefits of being a family of three. toward the end. The ending a good hearted person. she is going to snap. Maria to it. It isn’t worth it The mood in the was not what I hoped for, makes the movie because she to me. - Sgt. Sara A. Taylor motel is as dark as though it was clever all the is full of rage and emotion. “Vicky Cristina the night sky as same. I would recommend Underneath all of Maria’s Barcelona,” is not each of the charac- "Identity" to adults and older darkness there is actually a one of my favorite ters deal with their teens. There is explicit lan- painter, full of passion and movies. own issues, each guage as well as violence from

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Photos by Lance Cpl. Cassandra Yoho Four-year-olds run throughout their new play area at the Kupulau Child Development Center, here. The CDCs invested in impact-resistant surfaces to go under the children’s high climbing equipment to help reduce the children’s risk of injury in case of a fall. Learning by playing MCBH child development centers rennovate playground areas

Lance Cpl. Cassandra Yoho Both CDCs were completely demolished and Combat Correspondent renovated and are very similar in theme and structure, said Zapata Berrios. The Kupulau and Olina Child Development “The new playgrounds are great, the chil- Centers on Marine Corps Base Hawaii have dren and parents love them,” said Torres. recently remodeled and upgraded all their play- The CDCs have received a number of new grounds. toys for the children, but the children’s safety Approximately $1.3 million was invested is most important, said Anderson. into both centers, which have not been reno- “All of the playgrounds have been land- vated in more than ten years, said Jeff scaped with more than 31,000 square feet of Anderson, Children Youth Teen Director, impact-resistant artificial turf,” said Anderson. MCBH. The Kupulau CDC keeps a sample of the The Kupulau CDC has five playground sec- spongy, impact-resistant turf on the front desk tions, each accommodating different age so parents can feel for themselves how much groups. Each play area received a total safer their children will be while playing, said makeover, including new themed play struc- Zapata Berrios. tures and equipment. “Each of the individual playgrounds will The infants’ playground has new, appropri- have its own landscaped area of natural grass, ately sized tire swings and obstacles for infants but the turf is much safer if the children do to climb through. fall,” said Zapata Berrios. Next to the infants’ play area is a “pre-tods” Another safety precaution the CDCs has area which has taken to protect the same basic children who enjoy equipment, but venturing up the includes a few high climbing bigger toys for obstacles, are the the children. One fall protection areas. of the new addi- These sections of tions is a small the playgrounds are maze for the chil- made from melted dren to crawl rubber tires, and through. provide special pro- The two-year- Three-year-olds at the Kupulau Child Development Center tection should chil- olds’ playground design structures and paths with their new giant building dren fall from one of blocks. received new the climbing obsta- bicycle and tricycle paths, climbing equipment cles. and new replica trucks for children to climb in This $1.3 million investment wasn’t only and out of, said Anderson. slides and swings. The Kupulau CDC also The three-year-olds’ playground has a vari- added two outdoor music and sound centers ety of different equipment including; slides, featuring; drums, xylophones, chimes, upright climbing equipment and giant blocks the chil- pianos and other instruments for the children dren can build with and even climb on. Their to play with. playground also includes a bike and trike path, Also new sandboxes, which each hold 19.5 allowing the children to travel around their cubic yards of sand, and planter/growing boxes entire play area. Short tunnels placed sporadi- for classroom projects were installed at both cally on the path allow the children to peddle CDCs. through on their way around the play area. Anderson said, “We follow the ‘Creative Along with bigger and better climbing struc- Curriculum’ at the CDC[s] at MCBH, which tures, the four-year-olds’ have a new tire swing, states that children learn by playing.” as well as a major in-ground water feature, sim- All the playground features here at the CDCs ilar to a sprinkler system, the children can run are designed for the children to explore and through on really hot days, said Michelle learn outside, not only in the classroom, said Zapata Berrios, Kupulau CDC Director, MCBH. Zapata Berrios. The Kupulau CDC renovated all five of its “The investment for the children of MCBH playgrounds, and the Olina CDC, located helps the children learn, which in turn makes behind the Officers’ Club, renovated the three it better for everyone on base in the future,” playgrounds it maintains. said Anderson. “The Marine Corps Community “The Olina CDC is an hourly CDC so regis- Services [and] MCBH is investing a lot of tered children can be dropped off and enjoy money into facilities to support the growing the experience of the new playgrounds,” said needs of the Marine Corps families.” Maria Torres, Program Leader Olina CDC, For more information on the Kupulau CDC Three children, at the Kupulau Child Development Center, enjoy the fun ride of their new tire swing. MCBH. contact 257-1388, and Olina CDC at 257-8354. The CDCs on MCBH recently invested $1.3 million dollars into their new playgrounds. C-4 • MARCH 13, 2009 HAWAII MARINE Motorcycle club Ridin’ safely promotes safe riding

Kristen Wong has approximately 70 riders, was initiated after exempt active members from the yearly commanding officer, and would need to prove Photojournalist the All Marine message 014/08. According to mandatory training for all riders on base. themselves adequately skilled at riding, with at ALMAR 014/08, the Commandant of the According to the proposed charter, the pro- least six months of experience. Marines, Sailors and civilians headed to Marine Corps now requires motorcycle riders gram consists of monthly meetings, rides, quar- Active members of the program, according Kahuna's Bar and Grill Feb. 27 for the annual and owners to join an organization that pro- terly events and semi-annual events. During to the charter proposal, would have voting kickoff of Headquarters Battalion and Marine motes motorcycle safety. each meeting, the members decide the specifics privileges at the program meetings. Active Corps Air Facility's "Ride Safe Program," an In addition to the program, motorcycle of their next monthly ride. members would need to attend at least one organization on Marine Corps Base Hawaii pro- owners and riders are subject to several require- During rides, members would ride their semi-annual motorcycle safety stand-down, moting safety while riding not only motorcy- ments prior to operating their vehicle, whether motorcycles around the island coaching each and at least four rides, with a safety brief prior cles, but other two wheeled vehicles. on or off the base. Among the requirements, other on safety along the way. The program to each ride, yearly. Active duty service members and civilians owners and riders must attend safety courses, plans to have one ride per month, resulting in The administrative members would be affiliated with HQBN and MCAF are eligible to such as the Basic Rider Course or the a total of 12 rides during the year. recorded and acknowledged as owning a join the "Ride Safe Program," started around Experienced Rider Course all of which are "Basically we're going to ride all together as a motorcycle and having riding experience. This May by Gunnery Sgt. Michael Schellenbach, offered on base, and continue to take a "refresh- group," Schellenbach said. "From there we'll particular category would apply to those who Combat Camera staff noncommissioned officer er course" each year, according to Diprete. discuss safety and try to mentor them in a way don't have access to their bikes, or do not wish in charge, HQBN, the program's president. "Education is the most important thing," that they can learn and be safe about it." to be active. Lieutenant Col. Mike Richardson, com- Schellenbach said. "You can ride for 20 years The proposed charter suggests three cate- Administrative membership would be auto- manding officer, HQBN, welcomed and and get on a bike and still learn something ... gories of membership: new rider, active and matic if the service member or civilian is a doc- thanked the crowd for attending the meeting. that's basically why we're here." administrative. umented owner of a motorcycle. Schellenbach Richardson pointed out that although organi- According to Schellenbach, a proposed char- New riders would be those who have recent- said motorcycle owners are identified when zations, like the "Ride Safe Program," began ter is currently being prepared for the program. ly started learning to ride a motorcycle, or have they first check in with HQBN. because of concerns by the Commandant of The charter would create guidelines and regula- been riding for less than a year. The proposal Although the program would require admin- the Marine Corps about motorcycle safety, tions to be followed by the program. states that new riders need to meet several istrative members to attend one semi-annual there are no specifications as to how the pro- The proposed charter lists several incentives requirements before becoming full-fledged motorcycle safety event each year, they are still gram is run. for its members. The program may allow mem- active members. Mentors from the program welcome to come to the meetings. "A year from now if you don't like where bers to spend at least some of their duty hours would assess each new rider in order to help "The riders themselves should want to par- your program is, it's because you failed to take in training for motorcycle rides and safety les- that rider gain active status. New riders must be ticipate and gain the experience needed to keep the initiative," Richardson said. "At the begin- sons. The charter, if approved, would also approved by the active members as well as the them safe and riding for a long time," ning you set out as best you can with some- Schellenbach said. "The program itself is thing that you all can live with." designed to bring Marines together, build safe- Mario Diprete, safety specialist and ty awareness, and allow the Marines to enjoy a Motorcycle Safety Foundation Rider Coach sport as safely as possible." Trainer, Base Safety, then introduced Travis For more information about other possible Odo, shop foreman, and Stafford Montgomery, motorcycle safety programs on base, service service manager and co-owner of Montgomery members are encouraged to talk to their chain Motors, Ltd.; CycleSports Hawaii. of command. Other commands are welcome to Odo, of Honolulu, Hawaii, talked about how attend events conducted by the “Ride Safe to check the safety and quality of the suspen- Program.” sion of a motorcycle. Montgomery said the sus- If you are from HQBN or MCAF and want pension of the motorcycle is important because more information about the “Ride Safe it keeps the vehicle in control no matter what Program," contact Schellenbach at 257-1397. speed it is traveling. "We are challenging riders to get involved "It's what gives you your smooth ride," and make this a program of the riders, by the Montgomery said. "So if it's not performing riders and for the riders, and we're excited correctly, then you have a safety issue and a lot about the enthusiasm generated so far," of people don't realize that." Richardson said. "We hope to see membership Kristen Wong Riders from HQBN and MCAF concluded the continue to grow." Gunnery Sgt. Michael Schellenbach, Combat Camera staff noncommissioned officer in charge, meeting with a ride, roaring out of the parking Headquarters Battalion, speaks at the "Ride Safe Program" meeting Feb. 27 at Kahuna's Bar and Grill. The next ride and Group Riders Course for lot together. Schellenbach is the president of the program, which is open to active duty service members and the program are scheduled March 30 in The "Ride Safe Program," which currently Department of Defense civilians affiliated with Headquarters Battalion and Marine Corps Air Facility. Combat Camera classroom 5 at 9 a.m. Documentary receives ‘D’ standing ovation

Lance Cpl. Bryan G. Carfrey “The film is an honest portrayal of what families go Headquarters Marine Corps through,” said David Scantling, co-executive producer of the documentary. “People need to see this film.” is for Dog WASHINGTON — Filmmaker Jake Rademacher has two Sinise said the film is a positive reflection on our mili- brothers in the Army and both have deployed multiple tary families and the dedication our troops exhibit. times to Iraq and once to Afghanistan. “When they asked me if I would get involved with the This left Jake feeling out of the loop, so he decided to film I was humbled, honored and it was a privilege for me do something to close the growing gap between himself just to support the movie,” Sinise said. and his brothers. He founded Metanoia Films, raised a few Gunnery Sgt. Edward Allier, who was a staff sergeant million dollars then embedded with four different combat when Jake shot the documentary, was an Iraqi infantry units in Iraq. company advisor on his third deployment to Iraq. Jake “I began to feel a distance for the first time between was embedded with Allier and some Iraqi soldiers when a myself and my two brothers,” said Rademacher, a native of firefight in the Sunni Triangle broke out. Decatur, Ill. “I want to know what’s going on in Iraq “Initially, I was uneasy with the cameras being there,” because I have two brothers serving there. These guys are said Allier. “You’re never certain of a journalist's agenda. putting their lives on the line. Why are they doing that? I But over time Jake won my trust. It became clear that he need to know.” was indeed there to simply document the stresses of being After six years and shooting more than 320 hours of away from those we love.” footage, Jake’s documentary, “Brothers at War,” made its As the documentary came to a close, roughly 150 peo- premiere at the National Press Club in the nation’s capital ple in the audience rose to their feet, giving a standing Feb. 20 ovation. Co-executive producer and actor Gary Sinise was on “I was totally blown away,” Allier said. “I found that hand for the event. although the documentary told the story of one specific “I’m here to support a film I very, very much believe American family, if you were to substitute the names it in,” said Gary Sinise, who recently received the would easily reflect the story of any American family with Presidential Citizens Medal for his work with the military. a loved one deployed. It's an emotionally powerful story. Rademacher explained the goal of the documentary is No spin. No agenda. Just how our military families deal to show the American people what is going on in Iraq. with not only the stresses of not knowing how a loved one “We wanted to bring America right to the frontlines of is doing, but of the stresses and trials of reuniting with the war,” said Rademacher. each other. “ Rademacher also said the film doesn’t just focus on the The documentary opens March 13 in theatres near mil- deployed service members but also takes a look at the fam- itary installations, including Marine Corps Base Camp ilies left behind. Lejeune in Jacksonville, N.C.

Army Capt. Isaac Rademacher Photo courtesy of Susan Luehrs answers a ques- tion while his Students at Mokapu brother Jake Rademacher and Elementary practice reading actor Gay Sinise look on after the premiere of with Hawaii Fi-Do dogs 'Brothers at War' Feb. 20 at the A student from Mokapu Elementary School reads with a Hawaii Fi-Do National Press service dog March 6. The mission of Hawaii Fi-Do is to train assistance Club. Jake made dogs to to provide physical, psychological and therapeutic support for the documentary people who face the daily challenges of life with a disability other while he was than blindness. Hawaii Fi-Do Service Dogs (a 501c (3) non-profit cor- embedded with poration) is the only certified training center on the island of Oahu. four different Love of people and animals guide all Hawaii Fi-Do Service Dog pro- combat units in grams and services. Service dogs are individually trained to do work Iraq. or perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability. Service dogs can provide physical assistance, companionship, psycho- logical, and social benefits. Over a two-year period, a young dog-in- training needs to pass high standards of health, behavior, obedience and skill training in order to become a certified service dog. For more information visit http://www.hawaiifido.org.

Lance Cpl. Bryan G. Carfrey HAWAII MARINE MARCH 13, 2009 • C-5

MCBH youth of the year At Anderson Hall Dining Facility

Potatoes o’brien potatoes Noodles jefferson Tossed green rice Club spinach Fried cabbage Simmered mixed Simmered asparagus vegetables Dinner Simmered broccoli Tuesday Manhattan clam Chinese egg rolls chowder Lunch Split pea & ham soup Photo courtesy of Kristie Masuoka Today Sunday Cream of mushroom Tropical pork chops Marine Corps Community Services employees stand with Rachel Getz, 2009 Youth of the soup Baked mahi mahi Year for Marine Corps Base Hawaii. Getz is a 16-year-old student from Pearl City High Lunch Dinner Bean with bacon soup Mashed potatoes School. She was honored for volunteering her time and effort to various projects with the Manana Teen Center, Getz competed against other youths March 5 for the state title of Minestrone soup Cream of potato Apple glazed corned Wild rice Youth of the Year. Chicken noodle soup chowder beef Southern style green Veal parmesan Vegetable soup Honey glazed cornish beans Cajun meatloaf Barbecued beef cubes hens French fried okra Steamed rice Bombay chicken Parsley buttered Cream onions gravy Roasted pepper breast potatoes potatoes Boiled egg noodles Rice pilaf Thursday Simmered mixed Steamed rice Fried cabbage w/bacon vegetables Creole green beans Simmered carrots Lunch Simmered asparagus Fried cabbage Tomato soup Dinner Chicken and rice soup Dinner Monday Cream of mushroom Santa Fe glazed Minestrone soup soup chicken breast Chicken noodle soup Lunch Bean with bacon soup Salisbury steak Cantonese spareribs Beef noodle soup Spicy baked fish Steamed rice Beef pot pie Cream of broccoli Tempura sweet and Boiled egg noodles Mashed potatoes soup sour pork Simmered peas and Buttered egg noodles Meatloaf Pork fried rice carrots Calico corn Barbecued pork chops Cajun oven fries Simmered mixed Simmered broccoli Tossed green rice Simmered broccoli vegetables Mashed potatoes Simmered pinto beans Saturday Simmered peas and Chow mein noodles Dinner carrots Tomato soup Dinner French fried cauli Wednesday Chicken and rice soup Cream of chicken flower Braised liver & onions soup Lunch Roast turkey Beef barley soup Dinner Manhattan clam Chili macaroni Szechwan chicken Beef noodle soup chowder Grilled cheese breast Cream of broccoli Split pea & ham soup sandwich Tempura shrimp soup New England boiled Rice pilaf Pork fried rice Beef brogul dinner Corn bread dressing Noodles jefferson Baked cajun salmon Jaeger schnitzel Lyonnaise carrots Vegetable stir fry steaks Garlic cheese mashed Club spinach Assorted desserts will be served at each meal

Community Reaching out to help one another Volunteer Events Opportunities

Junior Achievement Local elem. school GriefShare at First Presbyterian ChurchMarch of Each year, the Festival draws thousands of new and volunteers needed looking for tutors Honolulu at Koolau Golf Course returning spectators who are looking for an experience If you have lost someone through death, and are beyond Hawaii. The 5th grade classes at Mokapu Aikahi Elementary School is feeling the need of a support group in a healing envi- Through educational programs and activities spon- are looking for one or more volun- looking for volunteers to help tutor ronment, GriefShare may be for you. sored by the Honolulu Festival Foundation, a nonprof- teers with a business or economics students in reading and math for Practical advise, loving support, as well as emotional it organization, the Festival continues to successfully background to help teach Junior 1st, 2nd and 5th grades Monday- and spiritual guidance are important areas covered in share the rich and vibrant blend of Asian and Hawaiian Achievement lessons. Friday from 8:15 to 11:45 a.m. DVD presentations, prayer and discussions. cultures with the rest of the world. The lessons are spread into five For this and more information This is a nationally recognized and acclaimed pro- For more information email Tatsuo Watanabe at sessions and cover various aspects on volunteering at local schools on gram to help you move from grief to joy. It will be [email protected]. of economics. Teaching material Oahu, please contact Amy Madsen, repeated, so you may join at any time, and attend more and kits are provided; no teaching at 630-8281. than one series. All religions are welcome. Hawaii Music Awards experience is necessary. Meetings are on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at (Mid March) The Hawaii Music Awards is a nonprof- The lessons should be taught to All Enlisted Spouses Club the church located at 45-550 Kionaole Road in it organization dedicated to promoting the diversity of three classes and last 30-45 minutes Thrift Shop Kaneohe. music found in Hawaii and the Pacific Rim by honoring each. Monday and Tuesday after- Signs for the church are posted on Kam Hwy near H- and acknowledging the talents and achievements of the noons work best. The AESC Thrift Shop, located in 3 overpass. The sessions are free with an optional $10 music community. For more information, or to vol- Bldg 212 (Pless Hall) is in need of fee for a workbook. Free childcare with notice. Music education is supported by providing funding unteer, please contact Adrianne volunteers to assist with Thrift Shop Please call the church at 532-1111 or Lee Alden for scholarships and grants for the Music Foundation of Vincent at Mokapu Elementary related tasks such as sorting and Johnson at 226-7511 for additional information. Hawaii. School’s front office at 254-7964. hanging clothing items, cleaning, Excellence is recognized in the recording arts and gardening, and other misc. tasks. “Divorce Care” professions and supporting businesses. The Award Track Team Seeks Marine Thrift Store hours are 9 a.m. - Divorce can hurt, make you mad, cause depression, Show venue changes from year to year. Volunteers 1:30 p.m. on Monday-Friday except but there is help available to discover there is live and For more information send email to info@hawaiimu- for Wednesdays (store is closed) and joy after divorce sicawards.com or call 951-6699. The Mokapu track team is seek- on 1st and 3rd Saturdays each Nationally recognized and acclaimed program ing Marines to help coach. month from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. “DivorceCare” meets Thursday evenings from 6:30 to Heiva I Honolulu Track practices are held every Please call 254-0841 or send an 8:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church of Honolulu at (Mid March) Tahiti Nui International's "Heiva I Tuesday and Thursday from 2:15 email to [email protected] for Koolau Golf Course, 45-550 Kionaole Rd., Kaneohe. Honolulu," presents a variety of dance and music over p.m. to 3:15 p.m. at the school. more details. This series is for anyone going through the pain, dis- three days. Kids will participate in a flexed- appointment, challenge and/or anger of divorce. The Categories include Solo, Group 'Ote'a, Aparima, arm hang/pull-up, sit-ups, shuttle PBS Hawaii program offers a welcoming and non-judgemental Ahupurotu, Mama Ruau, and Drumming. Handicrafts run, long jump, 35- and 50-yard PBS Hawaii is looking for two to place to learn about the process of growing out of and entertainment from the South Pacific will be high- dash, and the 300- and 600-yard three volunteers to answer tele- divorce, dealing with old and new relationships, and lighted in the annual celebration of Tahitian culture run. phones for one hour every practical tools for going through the process. and dance. Participants will compete at the Thursday. Dinner is provided. All religions are welcome. Sessions are free. $10 There is a fee for admission. Windward District Physical Festival For more information, call Registration and workbook fee. Program will be repeat- For more information call 384-2765. at Kaiser High School on Tuesday, Headquarters and Service Battalion ed, and may be attended more than once. Join any- March 3, from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. S-1 at 257-3007. time. Free childcare available with notice. Waikiki Artfest They will also compete at the Call with questions or directions: Al and Marsha (Late March) Presented by the Handcrafters and Kainalu Invitational at Kainalu Honolulu Community Coscina at 254-3136. Please leave a message for a Artisans Alliance. Elementary School in Kailua on Action Program return call. Handmade in Hawaii products for sale by the artists, Thursday, May 14. The Honolulu Community including wood products, clothing, jewelry, stained More information on that invita- Action Program is looking for vol- Honolulu Festival and parade glass, candles, quilts, ceramic arts. tional will be available at a later unteers to assist with clearing low- (March 13-15) The Honolulu Festival is Hawaii's pre- Enjoy live entertainment, good food, and meet the date. income agriculture land which will mier cultural event, promoting understanding, eco- artists. To volunteer, or for more infor- be used to build low-income hous- nomic cooperation and ethnic harmony between the Kapiolani Park, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. mation, contact Melissa Ferreira at ing. people of Hawaii and the Asia-Pacific region. For more information call 696-6717. Mokapu Elementary School’s front For more information please call office at 254-7964. 447-5403. C-6 • MARCH 13, 2009 HAWAII MARINE Flag still fly- ing high after Word to Pass

KOSC Art Auction awareness of legal rights and ramifica- Command Financial Specialist 64 years March 14 tions of financial choices. Reservations Training The Kaneohe Officer Spouses Club is are required. March 30 - April 3 hosting an Art Auction March 14 at the For more information call Marine and CFS Training, scheduled from 7:30 Sgt. Michael S. Cifuentes Officers’ Club. Family Services at 257-7787 or 251-7790. a.m to 4 p.m in the Combat Camera Headquarters Marine Corps Cocktails begin at 5:30 p.m. along classroom, is provided in accordance with appetizers and an art preview. The Super Sleuth Saturday at the Base with MARADMIN0039 09 and SEC- ARLINGTON, Va. — Sixty-four years ago on Feb. 23, 1945, U.S. art auction begins at 7 p.m. Library NAVINST 1740.4 Marines stormed the sands of Iwo Jima and raised the American The event is open to all hands and March 21 Qualified individuals are financially flag atop Mount Suribachi. civilian guests. Tickets purchased in Search for clues to answer some ques- stable E-6 and above with at least one In honor of the 64th anniversary of that historic event, advanced are $15 and $20 after March 5. tions about our monthly topic at the year remaining in the command at time dozens of spectators and Marines, including nine individuals For more information on ticket pur- Base Library from 10 to 11 a.m. of training. who fought in the Battle of Iwo Jima, gathered at the Marine chases contact koscartauction09@hot- Open to military children and guests A CFS is a liaison between command Corps War Memorial today for a flag-raising ceremony. mail.com or 254-3162. in second through sixth grade. and USMC PFMP whose duties include One of the Iwo Jima veterans present at the event acted as a For more information call Merri establishing and administering com- forward observer during the battle, calling for and guiding indi- Operation Homefront: Family Fernandez at 254-7624. mand PFM program, presenting unit rect artillery fire from the island. bowling day training, and advising command on “The [flag-raising] brings back so many memories,” said for- March 14 Transition Assistance Program policies and matters related to PFM. mer Pfc. James Wheeler, a Falls Church, Va., native. “It gave me Xtreme Bowling – free bowling and (TAP) Seminar Reservations are required goose bumps all over to see that flag go up again.” shoe rental for spouses and children 4 March 23-26 For more information call Cathern Wheeler also said Feb. 23 should be an important date every- years and older from 1 to 6 p.m. at K-Bay Public Laws 101-510 and 107-103 Bergeron at 257-7787 or 257-7790. one should remember because a lot of Marines sacrificed their Lanes. require all transitioning service members lives for that victory. Open to family members of deployed to attend a TAP seminar prior to separa- Issue beyond the brief: Effects of Before the ceremony’s conclusion, the Iwo Jima veterans Marines and Sailors aboard MCB Hawaii. tion. comat stress on placed a wreath at the base of the memorial to pay homage to For more information call your This seminar is scheduled from 8 a.m. Marines and families those who were killed during the battle. Family Readiness Officer or MCCS to 4 p.m. in building 279, second deck. April 1 The Marine Corps War Memorial was sculpted by Felix de Coordinator at 254-7651. Unit commanders are evaluated on This workshop, scheduled from 6 to 8 Weldon, using the iconic flag-raising photograph shot by their compliance with the law. p.m. in the MCFTB conference room, Associated Press photographer Joe Rosenthal. The memorial Issue beyond the brief: Financial Separating service members may building 244, will define what Combat was officially dedicated Nov. 10, 1954, on the Corps’ birthday planning for deployment attend a seminar within one year of sep- Stress and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder by President Dwight D. Eisenhower. March 18 aration date, but must attend NLT than are and the differences between the two. “This war memorial is a reflection of all Marine sacrifices. This workshop, scheduled from 6 to 8 90 days prior to separation date. Spouses will learn about the signs and Not just the Marines who fought at Iwo Jima, but Marines who p.m. in the MCFTB conference room, Primary point of contact for securing symptoms of combat related stress, rec- fought years before that, years after that and today,” said building 244, will discuss basic budget- a slot is the Unit Transition Counselor. ognize effects of combat stress and PTSD Michael Kessler, national executive director for the Young ing, planning for financial emergencies, The next TAP seminar is scheduled for on families, and learn ways to cope with Marines National Headquarters and a retired Marine colonel. legal information in regard to finances, April 6-9. stress associated with combat. and the importance of wise financial For more information call Jeff Open to all spouses, active duty mili- planning. Esposito at 257-7790. tary, and civilians as room is available, Open to all spouses, active duty mili- regardless of deployment status. tary, and civilians as room is available, LIFESKILLS - ABC’s of body Childcare is reimbursable and reserva- regardless of deployment status. language tions are required. Childcare is reimbursable and reserva- March 25 For more information call Leilani tions are required. Discover if your body language and Richardson or Valerie McCarley at 257- For more information call Leilani facial expressions are working for you or 2650 or 257-2658. Richardson or Valerie McCarley at 257- against you in your communication and 2650 or 257-2658. relationships, personally and profession- Issue beyond the brief: Effective ally. communication skills Exceptional Family Member This class is scheduled from 6 to 9 April 8 Program Meeting p.m. in the Marine Corps Family Team This last workshop in the Beyond the March 18 Building conference room, building 244. Brief series, scheduled from 6 to 8 p.m. Understanding the Evaluation Open to all active duty and spouses; in the MCFTB conference room, build- Process, March 18 from 8:30 a.m. to suggested for couples and singles. ing 244, is designed to help spouses rec- noon. Is there a difference between an Reservations are required before ognize and remedy the communication evaluation and an assessment? attending this event and childcare is challenges that occur with the military Learn about the evaluation process reimbursable. family. and different assessments that might be For more information call Jocelyn Open to all spouses, active duty mili- conducted on your child. Pratt at 257-2653 or 257-2410 or email tary, and civilians as room is available, Learn how to understand and utilize [email protected]. regardless of deployment status. specific information from the reports Childcare is reimbursable and reserva- and prepare for the eligibility determina- Issue beyond the brief: Casualty tions are required. tion and development of the notification brief For more information call Leilani Individualized Education Program. March 25 Richardson or Valerie McCarley at 257- For more information on these events This workshop, scheduled from 6 to 8 2650 or 257-2658. call Brenda Suarez at 257-7782. p.m. in the MCFTB conference room, building 244, aims to educate and reas- FBI Recruitment Presentation Financial basic training sure spouses that they will be taken care April 6 March 19 of in every possible way should the need A recruitment presentation, sched- Designed specifically for new Marines arise for a CACO to visit. uled from 10 a.m. to noon in the Sgt. Michael S. Cifuentes and Sailors upon arrival at their first Open to all spouses, active duty mili- Combat Camera building 267, for FBI Retired Marine Maj. Norman Hatch stands in front of the Marine duty station. tary, and civilians as room is available, agents and professional staff. Corps War Memorial in Arlington, Va., just after a flag raising cere- This training, scheduled from 8 to regardless of deployment status. Open to all interested parties consid- mony Feb. 23. The ceremony was held to honor those who fought 9:30 a.m. in building 279, provides foun- Childcare is reimbursable and reserva- ering a career with the FBI. and raised the American flag atop Mount Suribachi in Iwo Jima, dational information necessary to access tions are required. Reservations are required. The next Japan, Feb. 23, 1945, during World War II. Retired Marines, active duty Marines, reserve Marines and civilian spectators came to the and understand entitlements and For more information call Leilani FBI Recruitment Brief is scheduled to be memorial to observe the 64th anniversary of the infamous day in the allowances, maintain bank account and Richardson or Valerie McCarley at 257- held April 6. For more information call nation’s history. financial documents, and provide 2650 or 257-2658. Marine & Family Services at 257-7790.

MMOVIEOVIE TTIMEIME "Gran Torino" Today at 7:15 p.m. "My Bloody Valentine" Today at 9:45 p.m. Prices: All shows are $3 for adults and $2 for children. "Inkheart" Saturday at 7:15 p.m. For ticket pricing, the Base Theater Box Office defines an adult as a patron 12 and older and defines a child as a patron "The Unborn" Saturday at 9:45 p.m. from 6 to 11. Children 5 and younger are admitted free of charge. Parents must purchase tickets for R-rated movies in per- Sunday at 2 p.m. son at the box office for children 16 and younger. Patrons must present their military identification card when purchasing "Hotel for Dogs" tickets. "Not Easily Broken" Sunday at 6:30 p.m. Call 254-7642 for recorded information. "Gran Torino" Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Sneak Preview Policy: One hour and 45 minutes prior to the movie, tickets will be issued to first priority patrons wait- "Hotel for Dogs" Friday at 7:15 p.m. ing in line, then second and third priority patrons. "Frost/Nixon" Friday at 9:45 p.m. In an effort to prevent piracy, the following security measures will be enforced on base for sneak preview screenings: bag checks, confiscation of cameras or cell phones with picture taking capability (items will be returned after screening), magne- tometer warning, audience scanning with night vision goggles during screening. The Base Theater and film companies thank you in advance for your cooperation and hope you will enjoy the show. For For more information about the theater’s schedule and to check movie times, call the Movie Hotline at 254-7642. recorded information, call the Base Theater at 254-7642.

Just had a baby?

To set up an appointment to enroll your child in DEERS call 257-2077 or to make an appointment online visit http://www.es.cac.navy.mil.

To enroll your child in TriCare visit the Naval Medical Clinic, Kaneohe Bay. HAWAII MARINE MARCH 13, 2009 • C-7

Spring Break & Intersession

Spring break is Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27. There will be no school for kids that week or the following week, March 30 Mokapu Beat – April 3, due to intersession. Normal school News from Mokapu Elementary hours will resume on Monday, April 6.

Family Math Night one-way pass costs $15.40. Payment is due by Parenting Class 2) birth certificate, the original or certified Families are invited to attend the next fami- Friday, April 3. A seven-week parenting class will be offered copy. Child must be 5 years of age by December ly math night for grades 1-2 at Mokapu at Mokapu Elementary School starting in April. 31, 2009. Elementary School’s cafeteria on Wednesday, Hawaii State Assessments (HSA) PCNCs Shelley Murphy and Heidi Dickens will 3) proof of current address (e.g. a utility bill March 18, from 5:30 - 7 p.m. The Hawaii State Assessment for students in facilitate the class using material from Parent or housing agreement) Dinner, snacks and a free pizza coupon will grades 3-6 will begin on Tuesday, April 7, and Project Jr. 4) legal documents if there are changes to be given to families that attend. continue through Thursday, April 16. The class is called “Loving Solutions: A your child's name or custody/guardian arrange- The theme is “The Amazing Math Race.” The testing will be held during the morning Parent’s Guide to Raising Kids” and will focus ments. Math activities will be themed after the follow- hours on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays on kids 5-10 years old. It will be held Tuesdays ing countries: Kenya, Ireland, China, and of those two weeks. Students will perform bet- from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. in room P-6 from April 21 Website Tool for Standards Australia. Students who attend will receive a ter if they are well rested and have eaten break- – June 2. A great tool to work with kids on meeting “No Homework” pass or extra credit coupon. fast each morning. The class itself is free, but participants will and exceeding reading and math standards can For more information call Resha Ramolete at They should have sharpened #2 pencils and need to purchase the workbook, which is $22. be found at http://soarathome.com. 254-7964 ext/ 270, or send an email to an eraser for the tests. Parents should ensure Child care will be provided for kids 5-10 Struggling and gifted students alike can ben- [email protected]. their children arrive at school before the first years only, with reservations made by April 13. efit from this site, sponsored by the Dept. of bell rings at 7:50 a.m. Questions and RSVPs should be directed to Defense through a worldwide two-year grant, Pizza Nights and funded by the Military Impacted Schools Papa John’s Pizza on base is partnering with Association with the Princeton Review, the Mokapu PTA to offer pizza nights as a Houghton Mifflin Skills Tutor, and the fundraiser for the school. University of Northern Iowa. There are parent Upcoming fundraisers are on the following video trainings on certain math topics for par- Thursdays: March 19, April 16, May 21 and ents. Parents can also compare standards at June 4. Thank you for participating! each grade level between states. Deployed Save the date! SpringSaturday, April 18, will seeFestival a spring festival at Mokapu Elementary spouses can view how their child is doing on End of Quarter School. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the PTA-sponsored festival will feature the K-Bay Dance the standards. The third quarter of school ends Friday, Academy, face painters from Aloha Clowns, balloon artists from Adventure Balloons, K-9 The website gives parents a quick 30-item March 20. Parents should help students ensure demonstrations, fire trucks, games, prizes, raffles, and community vendors! assessment on each Hawaii state reading or their work is completed and submitted on Games will require tickets, which are 25 cents each. Prior to April 15, people may buy math standard. It automatically scores the quiz time. five tickets for $1. and provides a percentage-right score for each The PTA would love to have more volunteers for the festival. If interested, please con- topic within that benchmark. If you click on Math Camp tact the PTA at [email protected], or leave a message at the school’s front office at the topic it will provide a link to a customized, The Title I office is sponsoring a spring inter- 254-7964. colorful, web-based tutorial for the student. session math camp for kids in grades 3-6. It will Parents can register their children at this web- take place from Monday, March 23, through site to provide them with the remedial or Wednesday, March 25, from 8 - 11:30 a.m. enrichment help their child needs. The grade Room location is still to be determined. Book Fair Shelley or Heidi in P-6 or by calling 254- level, automatically determined from the In this program, kids will explore math and Mokapu Elementary School’s library will 7964. child's birthdate, can be adjusted. test-taking strategies through games and fun, host a spring book fair from Saturday, April 18, hands-on activities. Space is limited. through Friday, April 24. Kindergarten Registration Health Room Needs Clothes Preference is given to students with teacher Hours for the fair are 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Mokapu Elementary School is accepting reg- The health room at Mokapu is in need of referrals. There is no fee for the camp. Saturday; 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, istrations for the 2009-2010 school year for kids’ clothes, all kinds and all sizes. The clothes Call 254-7964 ext. 270, or send an email to Thursday and Friday; and 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. on incoming kindergarten students. The hours of are given to kids who have need of replacement [email protected] to register or Wednesday. registration are 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Monday- clothes during the school day. Especially need- for more information. The book fair also has a Web site: Friday in the school office. Please ask to see the ed are new underwear and inexpensive flip- http://bookfairs.scholastic.com/homepage/mo registrar. The following documents are flops. Bring the items to the health room at any 4th Quarter Bus Pass kapu. required: time during the school day. Children who ride the school bus should Questions may be directed to Vicki 1) health records (Form 14), including a Please call the health room at 254-7968 for pay for their 4th quarter bus pass in the front Kwiatkowski at 254-7964 or emailed to PTA at physical and TB clearance card more information. office. A round-trip pass costs $30.80 and a [email protected].