VOL.35 NO.7 | FEBRUARY 17, 2006 INSIDE Reservists After a decision was made that they were unsafe to move, chemical munitions discovered at an active range at Schofield Barracks are destroyed with C-4 explosives Tuesday. mobilize, go active Guidelines streamline process for transition PFC. BRYANNA POULIN Staff Writer SCHOFIELD BARRACKS — Sol- diers in the Army Reserve and National Guard perform valuable missions around the world and many who are mobilized are try- ing to go active in the regular Army. “Reserve and National Guard Soldiers Soldiers who are mobilized on an active duty status can apply to stay in the regular Army as long as they follow the guidelines and reconnect with provide the documents that are needed,” said Staff Sgt. Lee Ken- nington, Career Counselor for the their roots Retention office. Reserve Component Soldiers 94th AAMDC attacks Munitions Munitions with less than 18 years of service, Diamond Head leaving may apply to transfer to the reg- no one empty handed ular Army anytime within six months of their projected demo- A-7 areare bilization or release from active duty date, according to MILPER message 05-143. This stipulation also applies at the demobilization station. “Soldiers have 575 days to com- safelysafely plete the process to go active duty but the time begins on the first day they are mobilized,” Ken- nington explained. Soldiers who have out processed from the demobilization site destroyeddestroyed but are on terminal leave or are granted leave en route to their parent unit, may also munitions were discovered. crowd control gases, he added. apply for enlistment in the War remnants cleared to regular Army to the end date of The items were X-rayed using the Ronald Borne, director of transformation their leave. make way for Stryker Portable Isotopic Neutron Spectroscopy for U.S. Army Garrison Hawaii, echoed If a RC Soldier is the recipient of (PINS) and were determined to be liquid- the chemicals were more a harassing agent, Story and Photo by an enlistment or reenlistment in- filled and containing the chemical rather than a deadly agent centive and is in the process of PVT.2 CARLEE HEATH chloropicrin, which is a tear gas agent. The devices were destroyed using a pro- Staff Writer fulfilling the required service ob- The decision to explode them in their cedure known as open detonation. The ligation, he or she will be notified SCHOFIELD BARRACKS — Chemical place was deemed the safest way to get rid temperature needed to break down the or- that the unearned incentives may storm hits munitions recently discovered on a range of the devices, explained Bill McGinnis, the ganic material was approximately 400 de- be subjected upon enlistment into here were destroyed Tuesday after being environmental compliance branch chief. grees, and the temperature generated from the regular Army. considered unsafe to move from their pres- In terms of safety, the Army was the explosion was approximately 3,000 Additionally, if the Soldier’s Mil- Oahu ent location. more concerned about the explosion degrees, which physically tore apart the itary Occupational Specialty The range was being cleared to prepare than the danger of the chemicals, said chemical, leaving all chemical agents de- (MOS) is determined to be an NFL players, mascots for construction of the Battle Area McGinnis. Chloropicrin is not a dangerous over strength in the regular Complex, when the World War I era chemical and can be compared to modern SEE MUNITIONS, A-4 and cheerleaders get a taste of a Soldier’s life SEE RESERVISTS, A-4 B-1 HAFAP to tackle quality of life issues in early March Forum tackles communi- Barracks Health Clinic and at Tripler Army ty issues and improves Medical Center; in- USO Photo by Dave Gatley quality of life for Soldiers creases in “Parents Night Out” programs “Band of Brothers” stars and veterans visiting troops on USO/AFE Tour to the Pacific. Here they pose for a group shot in front of the new Stryker vehicle along with Headquarters Com- ROBIN SHERROD from once a month pany 121 ID Bn, at Sills Field, Schofield Barracks. Hawaii Army Family Action Plan Program Manager to twice a month SCHOFIELD BARRACKS — The at Schofield’s Pe- upcoming Hawaii Army Family Ac- terson Child Devel- Hollywood’s ‘Band of Brothers’ cast, tion Plan (HAFAP) conference — an an- opment Center; and nual community forum that encourages installation of MWR pet kennels, open dialogue about post programs, mil- the Tropic Family Entertainment Center, Circus comes to war veterans converge at Schofield itary benefits, family life and a slew of and additional school bus stop signs by other topics — is set for March 8–9 at the Army Hawaii Family Housing at Alia- PFC. DURWOOD BLACKMON by Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg, depicts Nehelani Banquet and Conference Cen- manu Military Reservation (AMR), just to town, stays Staff Writer the experiences and hardships of an elite ter here. This year’s focus is community group of paratroopers from Easy Company, SCHOFIELD BARRACKS — Veterans and life. Cirque Hawaii dazzles 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101st Issues for the 2006 HAFAP cast members of the popular cable television Members of the Army military com- Airborne Division during World War II. may be e-mailed to military in February show “Band of Brothers” visited Schofield munity suggest all topics discussed at the Easy Company fought on many fronts in- [email protected], or forum, and ideas and input will be col- Barracks for an autograph and question and cluding the battle of Normandy on June 6, call 655-4227 for more details. B-3 lected now through Feb. 28. Anyone’s answer session at Sgt. Smith Theater, Feb. 8. 1944, and Baston. In addition, the company idea or suggestion could be the catalyst The 1-21st Infantry Battalion Gimlets and was well-known for entering the Bavarian that starts the ball rolling and eventual- Leisure Activities hosted the visit sponsored town of Berchtesguden, once home to top of- name a few quality of life improvements. by the United Services Organization and ficers of the Third Reich, and capturing the ly results in a better program or benefit Started in 1983 by military spouses, This issue American Forces Entertainment. "Eagle’s Nest," Hitler's mountaintop fortress. not only for military in Hawaii, but also the grassroots HAFAP provides feedback Schofield Soldiers who attended the event After the official introduction, Soldiers Army-wide. to make the Army Hawaii community a Numerous improvements to medical PMO Corner A-2 interacted with the battle-hardened veterans posed questions to the veterans about their better place to work and live. The pow- and their Hollywood counterparts. experiences. Hills and Madio were also asked and dental care, family service programs, er of HAFAP is its exploration of issues Training A-3 Appearances by veterans Don Malarkey, about their performances and the mental and pay and retirement benefits have result- by actual members of the community Buck Compton, Earl McClung, Darrell "Shifty" physical preparation that went into portray- ed from prior forums. Recent HAFAPs to include Soldiers, civilian employees, News Briefs A-6 Powers and actors James Madio and Peter ing Hollywood versions of their assigned targeted child care and the need for ad- family members and retirees. Youngblood Hills brought Soldiers to their feet ditional programs and services. Those who participate in HAFAP are Community B-2 characters on the show. as the real-life and television heroes took The actors attended several weeks of boot Positive results from prior conferences very serious about building and main- Sports & Fitness B-4 their seats on stage. that are visible about installations include “Band of Brothers,” executively produced SEE BROTHERS, A-3 additional parking stalls at the Schofield SEE HAFAP, A-4 A-2 | FEBRUARY 17, 2006 HAWAII ARMY WEEKLY NEWS & COMMENTARY We want to hear from you... Provost Marshal Corner The Hawaii Army Weekly COL. 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Serra- is printed by The Adver- Task Force Pacemaker as Afghanistan, the need for expert Shafter. no at 655-5381.) civil engineers will be immense for tiser, a private firm in no way KANDAHAR, Afghanistan — For The Fort Shafter Flats area experienced one generations to come. When every en- connected with the U.S. Govern- every major organization, a public re- larceny of private property and one larceny Hot Topics ment, under exclusive written agree- gineering mission directly contributes lations representative is an essential of government property. Ever wonder why some areas are placed ment with the U.S. Army, Hawaii. toward an improved physical and po- At Fort DeRussy, an unknown male attempted The Hawaii Army Weekly is asset for advertising its great achieve- litical infrastructure for the entire coun- “Off Limits” to military members? It is published weekly using the offset ments and ensuring a prestigious im- to pay his parking fee using a counterfeit because of a review process developed by try, letting the world know that this $100 dollar bill at the Saratoga parking lot. method of reproduction and has a age that continues to bring in business former terrorist training ground is the Hawaii Armed Forces Disciplinary printed circulation of 15,300. When the attendant discovered that the cur- and future successes. transforming into a functional demo- Control Board, which is attended by Everything advertised in this pub- For the 864th Engineer Combat Bat- rency was counterfeit, the subject fled the area representatives of each of the military services lication shall be made available for cratic state is important. talion (Heavy) of Task Force Pacemak- by driving his vehicle through the gate’s me- and local law enforcement agencies represent- purchase, use or patronage Afghanistan is gradually becoming er, from Fort Lewis, Wash., the yearlong chanical arm. ed in Hawaii. without regard to race, color, capable of providing its people with ac- The parking lot attendant was able to obtain deployment to Afghanistan has The formation of this board is mandated by religion, sex, national origin, age, cess to health care, education and a license plate number, and the case was turned brought plenty of challenging con- joint service regulation. Army Regulation 190- marital status, physical handicap, polling stations. Even in the areas with over to the Secret Service. political affiliation, or any other non- struction missions within the heart of Taliban remnants, law enforcement 24 directs the activities of the board for Army merit factor of the purchaser, user or In another incident at the Saratoga parking personnel, and the board advises and makes rec- enemy territory. Its many accomplished and representative local governments lot, an unknown individual drove across an patron. feats are worthy of a public relations ommendations to commanders on matters con- The appearance of advertising are now able to function in the best in- open field through hedges to avoid paying a $4 campaign that communicates to the terest of the local populations. Engi- cerning the conditions that adversely affect in this publication, including parking fee. the health, safety, morals, welfare, morale and inserts and supplements, does not world how U.S. Army engineers are neering units such as Task Force Pace- discipline of the armed forces in our area. constitute endorsement by the winning the global war on terrorism maker have contributed to this nation- Schofield Barracks Department of the Army, or The through the completion of construction building success. Establishments that are typically placed on Honolulu Advertiser, of the firms, missions that support the legitimate The Schofield Barracks PMO reported three the Off Limits list are those where chronic products or services advertised. government of Afghanistan. SEE PACEMAKER, A-8 shoplifting cases, two from the main Post Ex- problems exist: disorders and lack of change and one from the Wheeler Army Air discipline, prostitution, sexually transmitted Field Shoppette. Items stolen included a soda, disease, liquor violations, racial and other a burrito and a box of diapers. All subjects discriminatory practices, alcohol and drug were apprehended. abuse, drug paraphernalia being sold, criminal since last A total of four larcenies occurred in the or illegal activities involving cults or Commander Schofield area, all from Schofield Barracks hate groups, illicit gambling, terrorist activities, Maj. Gen. Benjamin R. Mixon fatal accident proper. Three of the larcenies were of unsecured unfair commercial or consumer practices, 88DAYS property: a wallet from the PX area, a laptop or other undesirable conditions that may Public Affairs Officer As your daily reminder to be safe, place a “red dot” on computer from a barracks room and, lastly, a bi- adversely affect members of the military and Lt. Col. Mike Donnelly your wristwatch. Remember, a division training holiday will be awarded cycle from the Tropics. their families. Command for the first 100 consecutive days with no accidental fa- One DUI was reported during the time frame You can report businesses that meet this cri- Information Officer talities. and four cases of damage to private property: teria to your command or the Staff Judge Ad- A four day holiday/ long weekend will be awarded for vocate’s office. Most businesses value our pa- Ed Aber-Song 200 consecutive days with no accidental fatalities. two occurring at Schofield Barracks, one at (edward.abersong@ Helemano Military Reservation and one at tronage and will normally take every step nec- Wheeler. All damage cases involved privately essary to correct problems that the board brings schofield.army.mil) Remember, Be Safe Tropic Lightning! As of 2/15/06 owned vehicles. to their attention. Managing Editor Aiko Rose Brum Assistant Editors LIGHTNING SPIRIT Jeremy S. Buddemeier survived that war, he would become a What happened next was as an important Sgt. Tyrone Marshall preacher. moment as any other in history. Fuchida Photojournalists ‘Give’ is the operative in forgive He was transferred to the island of Maui reached out to shake Joe's hand and Joe three months after the attack, and staying clasped his former enemy's in his. All the Joy Boisselle CAPT. RAY ESTES of the rising sun, an attack by the Japanese true to his promise, Joe later became a pas- anger and animosity toward this man and Spc. Daniel Bearl 5-14 Cavalry Squadron Chaplain Imperial Navy. tor of the Wailuku Baptist Church in Maui his country were gone. Joe Morgan and Spc. Amanda Flemett His first instinct was to hide, but seeing in August of 1954. Two years later, Mitsuo Mitsuo Fuchida shook hands, not as ene- I’d like to share a story that hits close to the other young men around him scramble Fuchida, the commander of the naval air mies, but as brothers in Christ. Pfc. Durwood Blackmon home in more than one way. It’s the real life for handguns and weapons of any kind, forces that led the attack on Pearl Harbor, One of the most beautiful words in any Pfc. Kyndal Brewer story of Dr. Joe Morgan, a survivor of the at- he felt ashamed of himself. came to Maui. language is the word “forgive.” The word is Pfc. Bryanna Poulin tack on Pearl Harbor. Running outside to face his attackers, Fifteen years had passed, and Joe still a common one, but the essence of the word Pvt.2 Carlee Heath Throughout his life, Joe has often re- Joe saw a machinegun abandoned and took is in the last part — give. called the nightmare of the Japanese attack Layout up his post, frightened and shaking in his To forgive means to give someone a re- on Dec. 7, 1941. He was stationed on the “Fuchida immediately bowed Leah Mayo size eight shoes. lease from the wrong done. It means to southwestern shore of Ford Island, and his Filled with a deep and intense fury, Joe and said one word in Japanese. give up any right of retaliation. lot that infamous Sunday morning was to felt a burning hatred for the Japanese ‘Gomenasai’...” Forgiveness is a miracle of the will. It is Advertising: 525-7654 pull duty in Aircraft Utility Squadron Two. nation as he fired and shot down Japanese a miracle that is realized when two es- At 7:55 a.m., he heard the planes ap- Editorial Office: 655-4816/8728 planes. He watched the Japanese midget Capt. Ray Estes tranged people come together in as fair and proaching. At first, Joe assumed they were Fax: 655-9290 submarines being gunned down and sunk 5-14 Cavalry Squadron Chaplain harmonious a new relationship as is possi- the usual planes that came in ahead of the with satisfaction in his heart. Although Joe ble at that time. E-mail: Write the HAW at aircraft carriers. Then the bombing began. was a Christian, he found himself over- Forgiveness offers a chance at reconcil- [email protected] The 19 year-old Texan, who had joined come with hatred for those who were so had mixed feelings. After much turmoil iation; it’s an opportunity for a life togeth- Address: the Navy to “see the world,” was confused shockingly killing Americans that day. and debate, he decided to go and listen to er instead of death together. Forgiveness as the .25 caliber machinegun bullets rained Public Affairs Office The battle finally ended: 2,403 Americans Fuchida. He listened with awe as Fuchida has the power to move us from a past mo- down around him. As he watched his fellow were killed, 68 of them civilians. Unsure if told of becoming a Christian. ment of pain to unshackle us from our end- Bldg. 580, Stop 215 sailors fall — hit and bleeding around him, the Japanese would come back, Joe and Joe went up and introduced himself to the less chain of reactions, to create a new Schofield Barracks, HI 96857 his confusion turned to horrified fear that many others stayed at their posts all night, man who had led the attack that changed situation in which both the wrongdoer and Web Site: gripped his heart. ready for another attack. his life. Fuchida immediately bowed and the wronged can begin a new and better http://www.25idl.army.mil/haw.asp He then heard the loud explosion on the During the night, Joe said a prayer that said one word in Japanese. “Gomenasai," he way of life. runway; he looked up and saw the symbol changed his life. He promised God that if he said simply, which means, “I am sorry." The choice is always ours.

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An OH-58D Kiowa Warrior scouts a suspected area of terrorist activity during a blank-fire exercise at Makua Valley, Feb. 9. Soldiers shoot blanks at Makua Valley Story and Photo by Hawks, several OH-58 Kiowa War- PFC. DURWOOD BLACKMON riors and a CH-47 Chinook bringing Staff Writer in additional support personnel were used during the training. MAKUA VALLEY — The thumping Although live ammunition was- sound of helicopters and rapid bursts n’t a factor at the Makua Valley ex- of machinegun fire rang through the ercise, environmental issues were valleys of Makua during an air as- still a concern. sault blank-fire training exercise, A squad dismounts their vehicle to return fire on the uncovered ambush lane during convoy live-fire exercises. “We have close monitoring capa- Feb. 9. bilities of the weather, and we are Approximately 100-150 Soldiers trained to control and stay in ac- from the 2nd Battalion, 35th Infantry cordance with the rules and regula- Regiment, Cacti took part in the tions of fire prevention,” said Don- blank-fire exercise. nelly. “Cultural experts are on-site to 3rd BSTB preps for war realities In a combined effort, company- make sure we stay within the limits level infantry performed a raid on a that have been identified and are in Live-fire convoy training known site containing suspected ter- protection so that we are in fact be- rorists and examined that site for ing good stewards for the environ- readies Iraq-bound brigade intelligence, personnel and equip- ment.” for encounters with IEDs ment, said Lt. Col. Michael Donnel- As units from Schofield Barracks ly of Headquarters and Headquar- prepare for an upcoming deploy- Story and Photos by ters Company, 25th Infantry Divi- ment, exercises are the best means to SPC. MIKE ALBERTS sion, and division public affairs of- get Soldiers ready. 3rd Brigade, Public Affairs ficer. The focus of all training is to prop- Soldiers from the 2-35th used a erly ready Soldiers, units and leaders SCHOFIELD BARRACKS — Whether in variety of weapons such as mortars, in collective routine drills so that the infantry or some other field, all Sol- machineguns, rifles and air support everyone is synchronized for de- diers will almost certainly travel by convoy to create a realistic effect during the ployment to Iraq. When the day is during their upcoming deployment. Hence, exercise. done, proper training will preserve encountering an ambush or an improvised Roughly eight UH-60 Black Soldiers’ lives, Donnelly emphasized. explosive device (IED) is a very real risk for every Soldier downrange. Leadership with 3rd Brigade’s Special Troops Battalion (3rd BSTB) recognizes this reality and is doing something about it. On Brothers: Cast, veterans Feb. 8, the Soldiers of 3rd BSTB completed 10 days of scenario-driven, squad-level con- voy live-fire certification training on a sign autographs, talk story course spanning firing ranges CR1 through KR5. Above — Pvt. Trena Watts, medic, 3rd CONTINUED FROM A1 Actors and veterans alike were in- Leadership designed the course to be as BSTB, applies a field dressing to Spc. trigued by the equipment today’s realistic as possible given lessons learned in Jessica Orr, also of 3rd BSTB, during camp and airborne training that were Army uses and advancements in Iraq and Afghanistan. They took advantage simulated convoy live-fire exercises. as rigorous as the real thing. The train- technology. Body armor, night vi- of the recent availability of ranges that are Left — A 3rd BSTB Soldier removes an ing helped them to adapt, mold and ul- sion and weapons like the M-24 typically on very high demand, said Maj. injured comrade from her vehicle on the timately become Soldiers, said Madio. Sniper Rifle captivated the men; these Blace Albert, battalion S-3 officer, 3rd BSTB. covered ambush lane training portion of the "Being a Soldier became such a veterans and actors, some of them in “With many units from post currently convoy live-fire exercises. part of me and who I was that I wore their mid-70s, were boys again. rotating through the Big Island for training, my dog tags for two years after the Through handshakes and laugh- there has been less demand than usual for training with their Soldiers,” continued Mar- show was complete," said Madio. ter, Soldiers both past and present our ranges,” said Albert. “The 3rd BSTB has tinez. “Even though I can read the brigade’s A native of Bronx, N.Y., Madio shared a common bond that could be taken advantage of this opportunity to get SOP (standard operating procedure) or di- played the role of Frank Perconte seen and felt as the day progressed. range time and to organize quality training,” vision’s SOP on how to react to certain con- and has starred in such movies as “Band of Brothers” is a testament he continued. voy scenarios, each team does things a lit- “Hook” and was the voice of Great to the Soldiers of Easy Company and The training is designed to develop lead- tle differently. As a result, it would be fool- White from the cartoon hit “A Shark's those who serve in uniform during a ership skills confidence handling weapons ish not to train with those Soldiers that you Tale.” Hills, who has starred in such time of conflict, according to the Sol- and engaging targets with live rounds, Al- are going to fight with,” she said. movies as “The Beach” and “Sub- diers who have seen the movie and bert explained. Staff Sgt. Noel P. Blanton, Headquarters merged,” sat close to "Shifty" Powers, were the impetus for several charac- 3rd BSTB Soldiers in squad size elements and Headquarters Company, 3rd BSTB, the person he portrayed in the show. ters. As Hollywood offers Ameri- and wearing full “battle-rattle” loaded ve- agreed. Blanton, a veteran of a tour in After speaking with the troops, a cans action-packed war sequences, hicles and conducted blank and live-fire it- Afghanistan, was on hand to ensure safety sea of people snaked through the the- Soldiers provide one mold from erations of convoy lane exercises during and offer tactical advice. atre as the actors and former mem- which heroic characters are poured. the daylight and at night. Among other “It is of paramount importance to do this bers of Easy Company welcomed the “What you folks are doing is so tasks, the convoy lane required squads to kind of training,” said Blanton. “Regard- audience on stage for an autograph much more than we ever did. Fight- identify an IED and properly mark its loca- less of your MOS (military occupational session. Everything from books, hats, ing an enemy who are a much more tion, react to both blocked and unblocked specialty) you must be comfortable firing live movie covers and the wooden stock dangerous and deadly people than simulated enemy ambush, negotiate through rounds. The bottom line is that if you are in of a Soldier's rifle was embellished the ones we fought,” said veteran mock protestors and clear a road obstacle. Martinez, platoon sergeant, 3rd BSTB. “We country and you get hit by an ambush or with their “John Hancocks.” 2nd Lt. Lynn D. "Buck" Compton. For many, the training was the most realis- need to be able to perform our jobs techni- IED everyone becomes an infantryman.” Once the last autograph was “And so, I personally stand in awe of tic and valuable that they had ever received. cally and tactically in order to be effective “A lot of these soldiers have never par- signed, the “Band of Brothers” was you folks. You’re dedicated and true “This training is essential for any Soldier war fighters when we’re deployed.” ticipated in live-fire convoy exercises,” he shuttled to Sills Field for a weapons professionals and I am honored to who will go downrange,” said Sgt. Debbi “It is absolutely critical for leaders to be said. “Practice like this will save lives.” and gear display. be in your presence." A-4 | FEBRUARY 17, 2006 HAWAII ARMY WEEKLY TRAINING Munitions: Danger safely obliterated CONTINUED FROM A1 round, there were 47.5 pounds of Finding unexploded rounds on C-4. an active range that has been used stroyed at well above the mini- In order to safely explode the since the early 20th century is not mum temperature required. devices, technicians needed a sta- surprising, said Borne. To date, no Every measure of safety was ble temperature, low winds and a other incidents have been report- used in considering the destruction relatively dry area. The speed and ed at this range, as far as Borne of the devices, said McGinnis. A direction of the wind would have knows, but he cannot speak for destruction plan was created by determined which way the dust other active Army posts, he said. the Department of Health, and the cloud blew. When this range has completed garrison commander signed off With an unstable temperature, its renovation, there will be roads on the plan. the munitions could have been for strykers to drive through and For every one pound of chemi- dangerous. Rain, on the other practice shooting at targets. The cal, technicians wired five pounds hand, could have caused the dirt to munitions needed to be destroyed of explosives. The five-to-one ra- be muddy. As well, technicians for the interest of the Soldiers who tio is a standard ratio for thermal- could have put themselves into will be training out here, said ly treating chemicals, McGinnis danger walking around old, un- McGinnis. explained. exploded devices in the mud, but The public should know that the Composition 4, more common- optimal climate prevailed. destruction of these old munitions ly known as C-4, is the explosive When the explosives were set was executed safely and effec- that was used. It’s one variety of a up and ready to go, technicians tively, Borne added. plastic explosive and contains C3- moved a little under a mile away, “The Army is committed to safe- H6-N6-O6. Each round contained which kept them out of the way ty and doing things in an envi- approximately nine-and-a-half for any wind blowing dust or the ronmental way, the safest way,” pounds of chemicals. For every impact of the explosion. said McGinnis. Reservists: Soldiers can make the active switch 1st Lt. Ingrid Yockel, Det. A , 556th PSB executive officer, helps the personnel section during the Yama CONTINUED FROM A1 Sakura 49 exercise on Camp Kengun, Japan. More than 30 25th ID Soldiers participated in the exercise. Army, the Soldier will be Joy Boisselle given the opportunity to reclassify Members of the community begin the 2005 HAFAP process by into a critical MOS at the time of looking over quality of life issues with the conference facilitator and recorder. Issues are then prioritized and discussed. Yama Sakura 49 hits ground transfer. “The Soldier’s MOS is determined Story and Photos by by the needs of the Army and if the demand is critical in another field PFC. NICOLE R. MONTOYA HAFAP: Conference 17th Public Affairs Detachment then the Soldier may have to re-class into another MOS,” Kennington stat- CAMP KENGUN, Japan — Ex- ed. raises issue awareness plosions and gunfire rocked Camp Also, grade determination is not Kengun, Japan, from Jan 27 – required for mobilized Reserve Sol- CONTINUED FROM A1 Feb. 3, but there were no casual- diers and those who enlist into the ties; this isn’t that hard to believe regular Army will remain at their cur- taining the highest quality of life standards possible for Army considering it was all part of a rent rank. communities in the Hawaiian islands. computer-simulated war-game Once these guidelines are met, the During the two-day forum, participants from working groups exercise called Yama Sakura. Soldier will complete the DD Form tackle issues in an open dialogue format. A facilitator encourages Yama Sakura, which means 368 to request release from his or her participation from everyone, and civilian clothing is worn to “lev- mountain cherry blossom in current component to apply for en- el the playing field,” according to organizers. Japanese, is an annual exercise listment in the regular Army. At the end of the forum, each working group presents key is- that aims to establish a coordi- If the application is accepted, the sues and recommendations to the 25th Infantry Division com- nated front between Japan and Soldier will be issued assignment manding general and senior leadership and directors of key America in the event that Japan is An opening ceremony was held Jan. 27 on Camp Kengun, Japan. instructions and the Soldier’s retention customer service agencies on post. invaded. Complete with real-life More than 500 American service members participated in the Yama noncommissioned officer will be no- Any issue that can’t be resolved locally is typically escalated war scenarios, the exercise in- Sakura 49 exercise. tified in order to implement the en- to the next higher-level command for discussion. If no resolu- volves every branch of the mili- listment contract. tion is found at that level, the issue is usually forwarded to the tary from both countries. Guardsmen, Reservists and I Corps was a success. As exhausting as it The moment the Soldier enlists in senior level, the Army Family Action Plan. “This exercise is a chance to Soldiers out of Fort Lewis, Wash. was, they were richly rewarded. the regular Army he or she will re- Community members who have input for the 2006 HAFAP see how it would be if we worked I Corps hosts the exercise each Soldiers tasted authentic Japan- main with the current deployed unit should draft a well-written, brief narrative that meets three key with the Japanese military during year. ese food and visited the homes of awaiting redeployment to the demo- elements: a time of war,” said Maj. Jon Nari- “I really enjoyed working with their Japanese counterparts. In bilization station. After that, the Sol- 1) Issue Title, which describes the problem; matsu, 25th Infantry Division, these people,” said Spc. Jason R. addition to touring the beautiful dier will be transferred to a new duty 2) Scope, which tells the range or impact of the issue, why it 2nd Battalion, 11th Field Artillery Bryant, a driver at the 25th In- city of Kumamoto, they also ex- station. is a problem and who it affects; and operations and training officer. fantry Division Replacement De- perienced some of the Japanese Soldiers who miss the 575-day 3) Recommendation, which tells what should be done to fix the “It’s a good learning experience tachment. “Especially our Japan- customs and traditions such as mobilization deadline but still problem. for everyone involved.” ese counterparts — they were re- taking off their shoes when en- desire to go in the regular Army HAFAP issues can be submitted all year long via the Morale, Hawaii service members also ally kind and accepting of us.” tering a building and bowing their must refer to a local U.S Army Re- Welfare and Recreation Web site at www.mwrarmyhawaii.com. got a chance to work with service The 25th Inf. Div. Soldiers who heads when greeting someone. cruiter to initialize the switch to active Patrons must click the Army Community Service link to the members from around the participated worked 12-hour shifts “I want to go back,” said duty. Hawaii Army Family Action Plan. United States including National everyday to ensure the exercise Bryant. “I had so much fun.” NEWS HAWAII ARMY WEEKLY FEBRUARY 17, 2006 | A-5 IRS lists the ‘Dirty Dozen’ scams INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE preparers can cause many headaches for News Release If a taxpayer has any doubt taxpayers who fall victim to their schemes. whether a contact from the IRS is Such preparers derive financial gain by WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue skimming a portion of their clients' refunds Service has issued its 2006 "Dirty Dozen" — authentic, the taxpayer should call and charging inflated fees for return prepa- its latest annual tally of some of the most no- 1-800-829-1040 to confirm. ration services. torious tax scams — along with an alert to Dishonest prepararers attract new clients taxpayers this filing season to watch out in an attempt to trick consumers into dis- by promising large refunds; hence, taxpay- for schemes that promise to reduce or elim- closing private information. Sometimes ers should choose carefully when hiring a tax inate taxes. scammers pose as the IRS itself. preparer. As the old saying goes, "If it sounds Two new schemes have worked their way In recent months, some taxpayers have re- too good to be true, it probably is." onto the list in 2006. In recent months IRS ceived e-mails that appear to come from Also filers must remember, no matter who personnel have noted the emergence of two the IRS. A typical e-mail notifies a taxpay- prepares the return, the taxpayer is ulti- scams — "zero wages" and “Form 843 tax er of an outstanding refund and urges the mately responsible for its accuracy. abatement" — in which filers use IRS forms taxpayer to click on a hyperlink and visit an 8) Credit Counseling Agencies. Taxpayers to claim that their tax bills have been wrong- official-looking Web site. The Web site then should be careful with credit counseling or- ly inflated. solicits a social security and credit card ganizations that claim they can fix credit rat- Also high on the list in 2006 is “phishing," number. ings, push debt payment plans or impose a favorite ploy of identity thieves. In a variation of this scheme, criminals high set-up fees or monthly service charges During the past few years, the IRS has ob- have used e-mail to announce to unsus- that may add to existing debt. served criminals working through the Inter- pecting taxpayers they are "under audit" The IRS Tax Exempt and Government En- net, even posing as representatives of the IRS and could make things right by divulging se- tities Division is in the process of revoking itself, with the goal of tricking unsuspecting lected private financial information. Tax- the tax-exempt status of numerous credit taxpayers into revealing private informa- payers should take note: The IRS does not counseling organizations that operate under tion that can be used to steal from their fi- use e-mail to initiate contact with taxpayers the guise of educating financially distressed nancial accounts. about issues related to their accounts. consumers with debt problems, all while Several of the usual suspects from last 4) Zero Return. Promoters instruct tax- charging debtors large fees and providing lit- year remain on the list. The IRS, for exam- payers to enter all zeros on their federal in- tle or no counseling. ple, continues to see schemes designed to ex- come tax filings. In a twist on this scheme, 9) Abuse of Charitable Organizations and ploit charitable organizations. filers enter zero income, report their with- Deductions. The IRS has observed increased Courtesy Photo Some taxpayers, meanwhile, still use friv- holding and then write "nunc pro tunc" — use of tax-exempt organizations to im- olous arguments to claim they do not owe Latin for "now for then" — on the return. The new PX is slowly but surely progressing and is scheduled to open early properly shield income or assets from taxa- taxes, despite the fact such reasoning has 5) Trust Misuse. For years unscrupulous next year. Personnel will be able to enjoy shopping at an enclosed mall fea- tion. tured in the new store. been thrown out of court, time and time promoters have urged taxpayers to transfer 10) Offshore Transactions. Despite a crack- again. assets into trusts. They promise reduction of down by the IRS and state tax agencies, in- "When it comes to taxes, everyone has to income subject to tax, deductions for per- dividuals continue to try to avoid U.S. tax- pay their fair share," IRS Commissioner Mark sonal expenses and reduced estate or gift es by illegally hiding income in offshore Construction of bigger, W. Everson said. "I urge taxpayers not to be taxes. However, some trusts do not deliver bank and brokerage accounts or using off- taken in by hucksters who promise to low- the promised tax benefits, and the IRS is ac- shore credit cards, wire transfers, foreign er or eliminate taxes. Getting caught up in the Dirty Dozen or similar schemes can lead better PX progresses to big headaches." Namely, involvement with tax schemes How do I report suspected tax fraud? PFC. KYNDAL HERNANDEZ providing more space and more can lead to imprisonment and fines. The Staff Writer things to shop for. Suspected tax fraud can be reported to the IRS using IRS Form 3949-A, Information IRS pursues and shuts down promoters of As far as parking goes, more than Referral. Form 3949-A is available for download from the IRS Web site at IRS.gov, or SCHOFIELD BARRACKS — Do you these and numerous other scams. Anyone 600 spaces will make finding a park- through the U.S. Mail by calling 1-800-829-3676. dread going to the post exchange pulled into these schemes can also face re- ing space no longer a problem. The person filing the report is not required to self-identify, although it is helpful to (PX) at Schofield? Hate going there payment of taxes, plus interest and penalties. A larger assortment of clothing do so. The identity of the person filing the report can be kept confidential. The person because it’s just too much of a has- The IRS urges people to avoid these com- and electronics are also just a cou- may also be entitled to a reward. sle with the limited parking spaces mon schemes: ple of the major improvements pa- Specific information about who is being reported, the activity being reported, how the caused by all the construction going 1) Zero Wages. In this scam, new to the trons can expect. As well, a new activity became known, when the alleged violation took place, the amount of money on? Dirty Dozen, a taxpayer attaches to his or her food court will provide seven name involved and any other information that might be helpful in an investigation is desired. Well, construction workers, post return either a Form 4852 (Substitute Form brand food complexes and ample W-2) or a "corrected" Form 1099 that shows officials, and Army and Air Force seating areas that will make the zero or little wages or other income. The tax- tively examining these arrangements. trusts, employee leasing schemes, private Exchange Service (AAFES) employ- lunch hour less of a rush. payer may include a statement indicating the 6) Frivolous Arguments. Promoters have annuities or life insurance to do so. ees are working hard to get the new The PX and the Pxtra will be com- taxpayer is rebutting information submitted been known to make the following out- 11) Employment Tax Evasion. The IRS and improved PX up and running by bined in the new store, showcasing to the IRS by the payer. landish claims: The 16th Amendment, which has seen a number of illegal schemes that in- early next year. items such as linens and kitchenware 2) Form 843 Tax Abatement. This scam, outlines congressional power to lay and col- struct employers not to withhold federal in- Construction has been going on from the furniture store. also new to the Dirty Dozen, rests on faulty lect income taxes, was never ratified; wages come tax or other employment taxes from just more than a year now, and for “This will make more room in the interpretation of the Internal Revenue Code. are not income; filing a return and paying wages paid to their employees. Such advice the most part, stayed on track. furniture store, so we can have a It involves the filer requesting abatement taxes are merely voluntary; and being re- is based on an incorrect interpretation of “Everything has progressed well,” bigger selection of furniture,” said of previously assessed tax using Form 843. quired to file Form 1040 violates the 5th Section 861 and other parts of the tax law said Susan Nunemaker, general Nunemaker. “Also, it will make it 3) Phishing. This technique used by iden- Amendment right against self-incrimina- and has been refuted in court. manager of the PX. “We have suf- easier for shoppers because they tity thieves to acquire personal financial tion or the 4th Amendment right to privacy. 12) "No Gain" Deduction. Filers attempt to fered minor delays due to weather won’t have to make three different data in order to gain access to the financial Taxpayers are warned not to believe these eliminate their entire adjusted gross income and also had some trouble getting stops to pick up necessities.” accounts of unsuspecting consumers, run or other similar claims. These arguments (AGI) by deducting it on their Schedule A. started due to environmental dilem- “I think the new PX is going to up charges on their credit cards or apply for are false and have been thrown out of court. The filer lists his or her AGI under the Sched- mas, but other than that, we haven’t make a significant impact to the new loans in their names. While taxpayers have the right to contest ule A section labeled "Other Miscellaneous had any problems.” community here on Schofield,” These Internet-based criminals pose as their tax liabilities in court, no one has the Deductions" and attaches a statement to the The new bigger and better PX will Nunemaker explained. “The new fa- representatives of a financial institution and right to disobey the law. return that refers to court documents and in- go from 47,000 square feet to ap- cility will have everything that you send out fictitious e-mail correspondence 7) Return Preparer Fraud. Dishonest return cludes the words "No Gain Realized." proximately 170,000 square feet – see now, and more.” A-6 | FEBRUARY 17, 2006 HAWAII ARMY WEEKLY NEWS is available at Tripler Army Medical Center on March 6 at News Briefs 7:30 a.m., 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. at Kyser Auditorium. 2nd Brigade leaders discover Send military news briefs to For more information, contact [email protected]. Hawaii Resident Office person- nel at 438-1872 or 306-8050, February 24-hr duty phone, or email ‘The Paradoxical Commandments’ Employer Award Nomination [email protected]. — Employer Support of the Guard Distinguished, best- and Reserve announces the open- Vet Clinic Closure — Hawaii ing of the 2006 Secretary of De- military veterinary clinics, in- selling author shares fense Employer Support Freedom cluding Fort Shafter, Hickam Air insights with leaders Award nomination season. Na- Force Base, Schofield Barracks, tional Guardsmen, Reservists and and Kaneohe veterinary clinics, Story and Photos by family members are eligible to will be closed on March 15. Pet PVT.2 CARLEE HEATH nominate their employers for this owners should ensure that a vet- Staff Writer prestigious national award from erinarian is available for their the Department of Defense. The pets should an emergency occur. SCHOFIELD BARRACKS — nomination season will close Feb. Call 433-1972 for more infor- Leadership is the cornerstone of 28. Visit www.esgr.mil to nomi- mation. all Army units. Without it, a unit nate your employer. will fail. PX Parking Lot Closure — The Leaders in the 2nd Stryker Preretirement Orientation — A Schofield Barracks Post Exchange Brigade Combat Team honed their semiannual pre-retirement front parking lot will be closed leadership skills at a seminar held orientation is scheduled on Feb. through early March. The at the Nehelani here, Feb. 10, un- 28 from 8 to 11:30 a.m. at the PX, PXtra and Home Center will der the guidance of Dr. Kent M. Schofield Barracks Post Confer- remain open from 9 a.m. to 9 Keith, author of The Paradoxical ence Room, Building 584. This p.m., and assistance with large Commandments. orientation is for Soldiers with purchases will be available. Keith penned the command- 18 or more years of active serv- For more details, contact Susan ments in 1968, while a student at ice and their spouses. Military Nonamaker at 622-1773. Harvard for high school students. retirement benefits and privileges Since its first printing, The Para- will be discussed and representa- doxical Commandments also Ongoing tives from federal and state agen- Memorial Bricks — The 25th known as “Anyway,” “The Final cies and military staff offices will Infantry Division Association is Analysis” and “The Ten Com- be available to answer individual offering supporters the opportu- mandments of Leadership,” has Above — Col. Stefan Banach questions. nity to become a permanent part been published around the world. presents a paddle plaque to Dr. For more information, call the of the Schofield Memorial Mon- Keith’s goal was to challenge Kent Keith in appreciation for Schofield Barracks Retirement ument. Engraved brick pavers are leaders to do the right thing no speaking at 2SBCT’s leadership Services Office at 655-1585/1514. available in 4x8 inches contain- matter what others thought. And seminar, Feb. 10. ing up to three lines of type for understanding that many people Left — During a break-out session March $100 or 8x8 inches containing would not appreciate a leader’s de- at the seminar, leaders discuss Physician Assistants — Inter- up to six lines of type for $250. cisions was going to be critical to “paradoxical leaders” they know ested in becoming a physician Orders received before May 31 that leader’s success, he explained. or have read about in history or assistant? Physician assistants will be sold at regular prices and Perhaps, commandment ten il- watched in movies. are important members of the will be installed in time for reded- lustrates Keith’s philosophy, which military health care team. Send Meaning, Keith added, is increased ication in September 2006. he shared with 2nd SBCT leaders: applications to the IPAP program when Soldiers have something to For more information, visit “Give the world the best you have, manager no later than March 1. look forward to, a mission, a goal. www.25thida.com to download and you’ll get kicked in the teeth. Applicants must be enlisted, com- He wrapped up stressing leaders an order form. “Give the world the best you missioned or warrant officers have anyway,” he emphasizes must also build a strong unit fam- with a minimum of three years Purple Heart — The Military nonetheless. this regard. The distinguished author gave ily. When a unit deploys, he ex- active federal service by Aug. 31 Order of the Purple Heart, Hawaii Keith has presented his com- “The Army has such a large im- some examples of famous para- plained, Soldiers will bond like of the academic year. chapter, is extending a one-year mandments to business leaders, pact on local communities, the doxical leaders. His list included families naturally do. For more information and re- free enrollment in the local military commanders, religious world and the American econo- George Washington, Martin Luther “These leaders have been given quirements, call 1-800-223-3735, MOPH chapter to all MOPH re- leaders and students. For each au- my. The leaders in this room are al- King Jr., Mother Teresa and Gand- a lot of useful advice,” said Col. extension 60386; e-mail cipients from Operations Iraqi dience, he tailors his words to be ready on their way to being a par- hi. True paradoxical leaders, he Stefan J. Banach, 2nd SBCT com- [email protected] or visit Freedom and Enduring Freedom. relevant to what the audience does adoxical leader just by being a explained, are not trying to be- mander, in closing. “They must www.armypa.info. Interested Purple Heart recipients for a living. For military leaders, he part of the Army,” said Keith. come famous. now figure out how to put that [message] into their everyday can call 988-2820 for more de- said living the paradoxical com- “We can do what we know is “What a leader needs to do is SAEDA-OPSEC — A Subver- working and leading environment, tails. mandments is a more complex right, good and true no matter face the worst in the world with sion and Espionage directed surveying the battlefield and mak- challenge. what,” he continued. the best in ourselves,” said Keith. against the Army OPSEC briefing “You are leaders and your jobs During the seminar, participants Before ending his remarks, Kei- ing sense of it for their troops.” SEE NEWS BRIEFS, A-8 are complex,” said Keith, adding, completed surveys pertaining to th challenged the 2nd SBCT lead- “The most powerful leader seeks to leadership and values. After the ers to consider the impact of their make a difference.” survey was completed, Keith began unit, its role and mission, and their Paradoxical leadership is based discussing the paradoxical leader contributions to their organiza- on getting material results and and paradoxical leaders from his- tions. He challenged them to look spiritual rewards according to Kei- tory. for ways to help others and pitch th. Finding meaning in the work- “A paradoxical leader is some- in to get the job done, though re- place and being a part of some- one who looks out for what others’ emphasizing the Army already gets thing larger than oneself is a big needs are, a leader who stays with this challenge right. part of living the commandments, the moral option, disregarding his He encouraged leaders to al- he said. The Army, by virtue of or her own need or desire to get ways do what’s right, to always do its mission, he explained, is way ahead in the world,” Keith em- their best and to always think am- ahead of most organizations in phasized. bitious for their organizations. SOLDIERS HAWAII ARMY WEEKLY FEBRUARY 17, 2006 | A-7 Local Soldiers polish Diamond Head 94th AAMDC works duct facilities maintenance and ensure that litter does not accu- out and cleans up mulate. Soldiers found it to be a worth- MAJ. RICHARD A. STEBBINS while cause and a great workout. 94th Army Air and Missile Defense Command “It was as much a physical For more than a century, Dia- challenge as it was mental,” said mond Head State Monument has Pfc. Rodney L. Young, air defense provided a spectacular vantage tactical operations center operator. point for Waikiki. “The first five minutes was As a result of its immense pop- daunting but after that I just ularity with tourists and residents cruised along,” said Pfc. Adam T. alike, litter and graffiti have Moore, intelligence analyst. “We plagued the local community and made the area more presentable, raised environmental concerns. so I would say we accomplished Recently, one Fort Shafter unit our mission.” decided to make a positive step to- wards changing those trends. Members of the 94th Army Air and Missile Defense Command volunteered to clean up Diamond Head last week. Over twenty strong, they stormed the trail in the early morning hours and re- turned with full trash bags before the first visitors arrived. “The 94th AAMDC wanted … to give back to the community and this seemed like a perfect way,” said Capt. Frederick D. Ramirez, Headquarters and Headquarters Battery commander and project Maj. Richard Stebbins Daniel Bearl | 25th Infantry Division, Public Affairs leader. “We are committed … to fostering a positive relationship Above — Capt. Pedro Camacho with the people of Hawaii, our goes on the edge for the clean-up New graduates new home.” effort. A storied legacy between Dia- Left — 94th AAMDC Soldiers Command Sgt. Maj. Charles S. Cook (left, foreground), with the mond Head and the military dates come back down the mountain Staff Sgt. Kimberly Green 14th U.S. Cavalry (Stryker), presents the Distinguished Honor back to more than a century. In after clean-up. Graduate award to Spc. William S. Swift. Swift graduated from the 1904, the Federal government U.S. Army Noncommissioned Officer Academy, Hawaii’s first War- purchased the land and designat- chief of staff for operations. “This have been replaced with tourists More information about the rior Leadership Course. The WLC replaced the Primary Leadership ed it for military use. The state not only supports our history but and sightseeing residents. history of Diamond Head can be Development Course when the NCOA adopted it in December park was previously used for it is a great way for our Soldiers The unit has planned regular, found in brochures at the park. 2005. The academy’s first class graduated Feb. 8. coastal defense, the precursor to to give back to our civilian com- early morning visits to allow The crater is open from 6 a.m. to air defense artillery units, to pro- munity.” guests unobstructed access, con- 6 p.m. daily. tect the shores from air and sea Although never officially used threats. during World War II, the facility The 94th AAMDC is now the has remained relatively intact. The new theater ballistic missile de- hulking guns have disappeared fense command responsible for but the concrete bunkers and gun protecting not only Hawaiian emplacements that housed them skies but the entire Pacific as well. still overlook various strategic, “This is our history,” said Col. beautiful locations. Soldiers on Christopher V. Moylan, deputy the lookout for enemies planes A-8 | FEBRUARY 17, 2006 HAWAII ARMY WEEKLY SOLDIERS News Briefs Pacemaker: Soldiers tell From A-6

Tax Center — The Schofield the media’s untold stories Barracks Tax Center (655-5144) will be open Monday through to tell a story that at home seems CONTINUED FROM A-2 Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; very basic — the building of a road,” The mission to publicize to the said Ian Klaus, a writer who accom- Thursday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and world the many great triumphs Task panied Task Force Pacemaker during Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Force Pacemaker has made for the its construction of the Kandahar to Fort Shafter (438-2829) will country of Afghanistan is a task re- Tarin Kowt Road. “What you have be open Monday through served for the TF Pacemaker Public are tremendous people working very Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Affairs office, responsible for docu- hard in an often hostile environ- Individuals should bring menting every mission through pho- ment; yet, the payoffs are often in- wage and tax statements (W- tographs and written articles, and tangibles: freedom of movement for 2s), documents for deductions, sending releases to the open media health care, openness for commerce 2005 federal and state returns, — from local hometown news and increased security.” bank routing and account num- sources, to international newspapers “I was fortunate enough to have bers for direct deposit (from and Internet sites. editors at home who saw what a voided checks) and Social Se- “Engineering units do not nor- bold effort the road was in terms of (Left to right) Lt. Col. Anderson and Cols. McBride and Killian officially open Building 866 on K-Quad. curity cards. mally have a designated public af- people, both Americans and fairs office, but this task force makes Afghans, and [I was] lucky to be CID Special Agent — The U.S. significant construction, humani- embedded with a task force that Army Criminal Investigation tarian and mine clearing contribu- considered access and openness — Command is seeking qualified K-Quad buildings open applicants to become special tions to Afghanistan every day, so and all the dirt, grime and long con- there is never a shortage of great voys that come with them — as ad- agents. Certain prerequisites Story and Photo by different locations throughout have firmly established our new stories to report to our families and vantageous to all involved,” Klaus must be met to apply. Contact Schofield Barracks. footprint here on Schofield.” the public back home,” said 1st Lt. said, who wrote a four-part series for PVT.2 AMANDA SWEETNAM the Hawaii Field Office, Aviation Brigade Public Affairs “We are extremely pleased The Rev. Kaleo Patterson, a Claudia Crossland, TF Pacemaker the San Francisco Chronicle about Schofield Barracks at 655-1989 public affairs officer. “We are cer- Task Force Pacemaker’s road build- The 45th Sustainment Brigade with the tremendous teamwork minister in Waianae and Pro- or attend the information tainly a unique section, and since we ing achievements. held a ribbon cutting ceremony and professionalism of the Di- fessor of Hawaiian Studies at briefing held every Friday at are engineers as well, we always Convincing the world that Opera- in K-Quad to celebrate the open- vision staff, the Garrison staff the University of Hawaii, con- 10 a.m at Building 3026, have an expert perspective when we tion Enduring Freedom is not just ing of Buildings 865, 866, and and the Corps of Engineers in ducted a Hawaiian blessing be- Lyman Road. write.” about fighting the Taliban and al 867, on Thursday, Feb. 2. making this day possible,” fore Col. McBride, Col. Howard Despite the numerous potential Qaeda has been a challenge for The openings marked the McBride said. J. Killian, the garrison com- School Surveys — Did you stories these engineers have to tell Army public affairs units. In order to completion of the second phase The 45th Special Troops Bat- mander, and Lt. Col. David E. recently move to Hawaii or are the world, Afghanistan remains a win the war on terrorism, the Unit- of the K-Quad construction proj- talion will occupy Building 865, Anderson, the Honolulu district you concerned about your fam- precarious destination for reporters. ed States and NATO forces must also ect and culminated a year’s which was designed and con- commander, Corps of Engineers, ily’s transition? If so, MWR Jobsite security continues to be a win over the hearts and minds of the worth of planning in support of structed before the battalion was cut the ribbon. would like your feedback. Ex- concern out in the remote locations Afghan people, convincing them the Division’s Transformation actually stood up. Also in attendance were Maj. press your school and transi- where the engineers are making the that there are far more beneficial efforts. “This ceremony serves as the Gen. Benjamin R. Mixon, the tional concerns by completing biggest impacts and where living alternatives to governing themselves Building 866 will serve as the culminating milestone in our 25th Infantry Division com- an online survey. Surveys will conditions are often sparse. than pledging support to al Qaeda. 45th Sustainment Brigade head- transformation process,” said mander, Brig. Gen. Frank J. have an impact on future serv- In comparison to Iraq, where oil “Al Qaeda was my enemy. quarters under the command of Maj. (P) Skip Adams, the 45th Wiercinski, the 25th ID Deputy ices and programs. revenues have ensured a developed They came to my village and every- Col. Michael T. McBride and will Sustainment Bde S-3 operations commanding general, and Com- To access the transition sur- and more westernized infrastruc- thing changed. It was not good,” pull all the brigade’s assets into officer. “Last month we official- mand Sgt. Maj. McGregory vey, log onto www.mwrarmy ture, Afghanistan remains one of said Haji Abdul Wahid Razaq, an one footprint. The brigade was ly constituted our new organi- Seals, of the 45th Sustainment hawaii.com/schoolsur the poorest countries in the world. Afghan citizen from the city of previously spread out over eight zational structure and now we Brigade. vey(2005).htm. Visitors will have to “rough it” dur- Ghazni. “But before with the Soviet ing their stay. Union here, everything was bad too. High-Speed Computing — “It’s difficult to find embedded The American government and peo- PVT.2 AMANDA SWEETNAM •Sgt. 1st Class Michael D. Take advantage of high-speed reporters willing to accompany us ple are the first who are here to take Aviation Brigade Public Affairs Sutterfield, Air Traffic Control computing on the internet via into some regions because they care of Afghanistan and my peo- Aviation Manager of the Year. the Army Community Service The following Combat Avia- know they’re going to live uncom- ple.” • Staff Sgt. Alina Smith, Main- Computer Lab. Located at ACS, fortably and that the enemy threat is It is the mission of the TF Pace- Association tion Brigade Soldiers received tenance Technician of the Year. Building 2091 on Kolekole Av- real,” Crossland said. “Reporters con- maker PAO to tell the world that its awards from the Army Aviation •Capt. Nicole C. Powell-Dunford, enue, hours are Monday, tinue to pursue stories about the war engineers are constructing roads and Association of America on Feb. Army Aviation Medicine Award. Wednesday and Friday from in Iraq, whereas there is still the no- clearing minefields through some of announces 1, at Fort Rucker, Alabama: Founded in 1957, the Quad A 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Tuesday tion that the only story in the most isolated regions of •Maj. Pete Eberhardt and Mas- awards program was established to and Thursday from 12:30 to 9 Afghanistan is the hunt for Osama Afghanistan, thus empowering the ter Sgt. Louis Gholston, Army recognize the individual and group p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. Bin Laden.” local populations with the ability to winners Aviation Air/Sea Rescue Award. achievements in Army aviation. to 4 p.m. For more informa- “The challenge I found was trying take control of their own lives. tion, call 655-4344. FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2006 NFL’s Pro Bowl comes to military SGT. TYRONE C. MARSHALL JR. Barracks that attended the game shared Assistant Editor their thoughts. SCHOFIELD BARRACKS – The National “I enjoyed the game,” said Pvt. Paul L. Football League’s all-star game festivi- Scarlett, an infantryman with A Compa- ties, which have taken place in Honolu- ny, 1st Battalion, 21st Infantry. “There lu since 1980, officially kicked off Feb. were a lot of impressive plays and I en- 3 here on the island of Oahu. joyed seeing the pros being together However, the real fun began for Soldiers again.” and other service members Feb. 7. “It was a good game,” agreed Spc. That morning , one of the Ronald L. Johnson, a refrigeration me- NFL’s Pro Bowl starters, participated in chanic with 5-36th Maintenance. “It was physical training with 115 Soldiers from about what I expected.” 2nd Battalion, 35th Infantry. Johnson said he enjoyed being at the Later that day, the NFL’s arrival creat- game. “It was a beautiful day with my ed excitement at Schofield Barracks as wife,” he said. “We just had fun.” players and staff joined Soldiers at the En- Johnson said his favorite play was when gagement Skills Training Center and sim- Safety , from Minnesota, ulated actively engaging enemies in a intercepted the ball. Scarlett’s favorite combat zone. play was when made a Players such as DeAngelo Hall, Warrick one-handed pass to Antonio Dunn, and Gates. The NFC’s interceptions also tested out various weapons systems at impressed Scarlett. the EST Center during different scenarios. Overall, the NFL provided plenty of op- Then they greeted Soldiers from the 25th Spc. Daniel Bearl portunities for fans from all over Hawaii to meet the Pro Bowl players. Infantry Division and signed autographs. AFC , from Indianapolis, searches for a target downfield. Manning completed 13 passes for a total of Soldiers such as Scarlett, Johnson The following day NFL players, coach- 139 yards Sunday during the 2006 Pro Bowl at in Honolulu. es and cheerleaders met Soldiers and their and Sgt. Karimu S. Kpanaquamoh appre- families at the Aliamanu Military Reser- skills challenge was held Feb.10 at Kapi- as they held a prayer breakfast Saturday and respective branch flags during the ciated these opportunities and took full ad- vation. They signed autographs and pro- olani Park for all branches of service. The at Richardson Field across from Aloha playing of the National Anthem. vantage. vided photo opportunities for delighted teams consisted of all-stars from their re- Stadium in Honolulu. In addition, the NFL The Hawaii Air National Guard con- “I love them. [The NFL] shows a lot of fans. spective installations. In a thrilling face- held various concerts and tailgating events ducted a flyover for Navy "Leapfrogs" love to the military on the island," Fans got another chance to meet NFL off, Team Air Force edged out Team Army for enthusiastic fans. who parachuted into the stadium and said Kpanaquamoh. “I'm a big cheerleaders, mascots, and players on Feb. and took home the NFL-sponsored trophy. Then Sunday, game day finally arrived dazzled fans. NFL fan." 9. A raffle was held as the NFL gave away During the Pro Bowl festivities at the for the players, fans, coaches and staff. As the final seconds ticked from the (Editor’s Note: Pro Bowl tickets and gift certificates. park, fans from the military and local Residents filed into a packed Aloha Sta- clock the National Football Conference Spc. Daniel M. Sprint, Hawaii Army Family Housing, community purchased memorabilia and dium, intensifying the venue’s already All-Stars raised their arms in victory as Bearl contributed to Burger King and Geico sponsored the received autographs. There was also plen- electrifying atmosphere. their fans celebrated a 23-17 victory. Line- this article.) event. Morale, Welfare and Recreation ty of food and live entertainment. Later Service members and their families were backer , from the Tampa also chipped in by providing free hats. that evening, a Pro Bowl block party was not only invited to the game, but also Bay Buccaneers, was named the Pro The NFL knows how to get the military’s held at the Aloha Tower Marketplace. participated in the pre-game show. A mul- Bowl's Most Valuable Player. competitive “juices” flowing. A military The league’s presence didn’t end there ti-service color guard presented the colors Afterwards, Soldiers from Schofield Favorites visit AMR, Services vie in skills challenge Story and Photo by various units within the 25th In- competition to determine the skills The Air Force team, as overall SGT. TYRONE C. MARSHALL JR. fantry Division, said Sgt. Karimu S. challenge victor. Once the dust had winners, received a trophy to cel- Schofield Assistant Editor Kpanaquamoh, the Army team's cap- settled, the Air Force had earned the ebrate their victory. tain. top honors. "I really enjoyed beating the WAIKIKI — Part of the Pro Bowl Teams were comprised of all-stars While competition among the serv- Army," taunted Air Force Master Story and Photos by weekend celebration, teams from from respective installations. They ices was fierce, each was appreciative Sgt. Lester LaFrance of Hickam PFC. DURWOOD L. BLACKMON each service competed in the Military Staff Writer competed as individuals but were of the opportunity to contend. Air Force Base's 15th Mis- Skills Challenge hosted by the Na- graded together during various skill Kpanaquamoh said it felt great to sion Support Squadron. SCHOFIELD BARRACKS — tional Football League at Kapiolani challenges. The Marine Corps team, get together with the other services, "We're gonna’ do it again Families, friends and fans all Park, Feb. 10. however, was the exception. It was compete and just have a good time. next year." joined in for an afternoon of Teams representing the Army, comprised on one Sailor who plays Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Chris Kpanaquamoh re- football fun as Tropics Family Navy, Air Force, Marines and Coast for Marine Corps Base Hawaii, ac- Mays echoed, "It was an honor to mained enthusias- Entertainment Center welcomed Guard participated in the 40-yard cording to Marine Corps Sgt. Gerald represent the Navy. I was just proud tic for the Army a dash, punting, long-snap, field goal B. Golstein of Combat Service Sup- to be out there with my teammates." squad saying it player, mascots and cheerlead- kicking and passing events in front of port Group-3. When competition ended, NFL of- was a tough loss, ers in preparation for the Pro wildly animated crowds. NFL judges announced team win- ficials awarded each service medals but the Army Bowl, Feb. 9. Each service wore team jerseys ners after each challenge task was for respective wins. team will be back Upon entering the Tropics, adorned with branch pride, which completed. Scoring was so close that The Army won the punting and and victorious in the Army Morale, Welfare and made distinguishing teams from one once the final challenge had ended, field goal kicking competitions; the 2007. Recreation department made another easy for the audience. The two teams remained deadlocked for Air Force, the 40-yard dash; the everyone a winner by passing Army team, spiffed in yellow cour- first place. Navy, the long-snap competition; A member of Team Navy concentrates on out free hats. In addition, raffle tesy of Morale, Welfare and Recre- The Army and Air Force teams and the Marines, the medal for the catching a deep pass for an event spon- tickets were available for an ation funds, represented Soldiers from faced off in a sudden-death passing passing competition. sored by the National Football League. opportunity to win one of many gifts, including four $25 gift certificates and 18 sets of Pro Bowl tickets. A special appearance by San Star athletes light up the screens at ‘Strykehouse’ Diego Charger Hanick Milligan provoked roar- ing applause from fans. After Story and Photo by their sights or anything, said Clark. making his grand entrance, he PV2 CARLEE HEATH Sgt. Nicholas Howard, a 1-21 sniper team happily posed for photos and Staff Writer leader, worked with Saturday and Hall. Howard said they liked the urban scenarios, signed autographs. SCHOFIELD BARRACKS — Four profes- were humble and asked a lot of questions. Team mascots such as the sional football players discovered firsthand Hall especially enjoyed his time in the sec- Denver Bronco and Arizona what it was like to be a Soldier at the En- Cardinal danced and interacted ond room they entered, where he experi- gagement Skills Trainer center on Tuesday, with children and adults of enced the simulated Iraq battle scene to the Feb. 9. all ages. fullest. The room was dark and the ten- and DeAngelo Hall (Atlanta Cheerleaders from various sions were high as local Iraqis yelled and no Falcons), Roy Williams () teams, including the San one knew the enemy’s location. Francisco 49ers and Dallas and Jeff Saturday () re- “Get down, get down!” Hall yelled back. Cowboys, attended the event ceived training from a team of snipers and Although the players were not able to and performed a few routines tested their weapons skills in a simulated learn nearly as much as they should have to for the packed house. After combat zone. shoot effectively, the players and the Soldiers working up the crowd, they The EST, also known as “The Stryke- genuinely enjoyed themselves. happily signed autographs and house,” is a facility where Soldiers can hone “I would definitely love to come back posed for photos with a long their marksmanship skills, such as breath- and shoot,” said Dunn. line of smiling faces. ing and trigger squeeze. DeAngelo Hall, , is thoroughly engaged in a combat scenario at The fun of this practice serves a greater Devout fans also attended in “It was great teaching them things we get the Engagement Skills Training Center. Tuesday, Pro Bowl players came to the center to purpose in training the 25th Soldiers the best hopes of catching a glimpse to do all day,” said Spc. Sean Clark, a sniper experience Army weapons and training firsthand. we can, said Johnny Landeza, the area su- of their favorite teams’ star for 1-21 Scouts. pervisor for the EST. players. Clark worked with Dunn, who asked a lot what [the other does] for a living.” know to cover that sector of fire for them The EST has been open for about four of questions about the weapons. "We were hoping some of the The combat scenarios the players experi- until they recover. years and has remained busy training units. Steelers players would be here. Dunn thought it was a good experience to enced are used mostly for communication “I had a blast,” said Williams. “The Sol- As well as hosting the Pro-Bowl players, the We were happy about the Super see how the Soldiers train and experience EST has foreign delegates and even some- purposes. Soldiers learn how to react to diers helping us must have had a lot of pa- Bowl," said Pvt. 2 Julie Lutz as what they learn before going into battle. times elementary schools come in to show- she, her husband Kevin and “To the Soldiers, these players are he- problems that may occur on the battlefield, tience because we didn’t know what we case the Army’s facilities, said Landeza. their two children Bailey and roes; to the players the Soldiers are he- such as knowing the code for a malfunc- were doing.” “It was an honor and a privilege to come roes,” said Clark. “It’s sort of a two-way tioned weapon or a shortage of ammunition. Most of the guys were just holding up here and experience what the Soldiers go SEE PRO BOWL, B-4 street of respect where both are in awe of By shouting the code, the Soldier’s comrades their weapon and firing, they weren’t using through,” said Williams. B-2 | FEBRUARY 17, 2006 HAWAII ARMY WEEKLY COMMUNITY Making 2

rounds 6:00 Sign on Pro Bowl star of 6:25 Bulletin Board the Atlanta Falcons plays “rock- 7:00 Pentagon Channel paper-scissors” with Elijah (left) 8:00 Hawaii Army Report as Micah Bean (center) and their mother Ann Bean watches, 8:24 Bulletin Board Feb. 8. In the background, 9:00 Community Focus Tripler Army Medical Center staff enjoy all the game play in the 10:00 Bulletin Board FEBRUARY Pediatric Ward. 10:30 Pentagon Channel 17 / Tonight 12:00 Hawaii Army Report Mongolian Barbeque — Select your fa- 12:25 Bulletin Board vorites from a large variety of meats and vegetables and Reggie’s staff will grill them 12:54 Community Focus to your liking. Come Feb.17 from 5 to 8 p.m. 1:10 Pentagon Channel for Mongolian barbecue, cooked outside in 2:00 White Face front of the Nehelani with seating in air- conditioned Reggie’s. 2:15 Pentagon Channel Cost is 65 cents for each ounce, and reser- Mark Jackson | Tripler Army Medical Center Public Affairs Office 3:00 Shamu-The Bird vations are recommended. For more infor- Story mation, call 655-4466. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., 25/ Saturday or online at http://www.squareone.org/ Parents Night Out — Leave your ONGOING 3:30 Pentagon Channel Teen Social — Join friends for an evening ACT/tickets.html. For more information, call kids with Child and Youth Services on 4:00 Oahu of fun at the Schofield Barracks Teen Cen- 438-4480. Parents Night Out, Feb. 25, at Peterson SKIES Driver Education — Learn to ter and the Aliamanu Military Reservation 4:10 Pentagon Channel CDC, and then enjoy a nice night out drive with SKIES at Valentine’s Driving Teen Center from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Listen to 24 /Friday on the town. Children enrolled in Parents School. The session includes 32 hours of 5:00 Hawaii-Hidden music and dance, play games or partici- Hawaiian Luau Lunch Buffet — Taste a Night Out must be registered with the classroom instruction and six hours of be- pate in contests. Admission is $3 for mem- traditional Hawaiian style feast from 11 Beauty Resource and Referral Office no later hind-the-wheel time, taught by qualified bers and $4 for nonmembers. a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hale Ikena on Fort 5:20 Pentagon Channel than noon, Feb. 22. Reservations are instructors. Shafter, or 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Nehelani first-come, first-served at the Resource 6:00 Hawaii Army Report 18 / Saturday on Schofield Barracks. Cost is $9.95 per The cost is $295 and must be paid when and Referral Office. Call 655-8313 for registering. For more information, call 655- AMR Teen Center Trip — Teens are in- person. Call the Hale Ikena at 438-1974 or 6:24 Honor to Serve more information. 5525. vited to come to the Hickam Carnival, Feb. the Nehelani at 655-4466 for lunch buffet 6:32 Community Focus 18. The trip will depart from the AMR Teen reservations or information. 26 / Sunday “Paint It & Take It” — Ceramic parties of- Center at 12:30 p.m. and return at 5 pm. 6:46 Bulletin Board Library Closure — The Sgt. Yano Library, fer a unique way to celebrate get-togethers, Bring money for food, games, or rides, and AMR Teen Center Trip — Teens, come 7:16 Pentagon Channel Schofield Barracks, will be closed on Feb. 26 coffees, children’s birthday parties, showers a permission form is required. For more in- have fun with your friends at the Kunia for semi-annual carpet cleaning. The or any occasion. The Arts and Crafts Center 8:00 NFL-Turf Talk ‘95 formation, call 833-0920 Box Car Track. The group will depart from library will resume regular hours of has a varied selection of ceramic bisqueware, 8:53 Volunteers the AMR Teen Center, Feb. 24 at 2:30 p.m. operation Feb. 27. For more information, 23 /Thursday and return at 6:30 p.m. The cost is $5 for ad- ready for you to paint and take home. call 655-8002. For more information, call 655-6330 at 8:55 Pentagon Channel Right Arm Night — Enjoy fun, prizes, mission and teens should bring extra spend- Schofield Barracks or call 438-1315 at Fort and entertainment at the Right Arm Karaoke ing money. Teens are required to bring hel- 10:00 Bulletin Board 10/ March Shafter. Night, Feb. 23, 4 p.m. at the Nehelani. Ap- mets and wear long pants and covered Creative Writing Contest Creative 10:30 Pentagon Channel petizers will be served from 4 to 7 p.m. All shoes. Permission and waiver forms are re- Writing Contest — Put your most Salvage Yard Auto Sales — Fort Shafter 11:00 Coqui Frog Invasion ranks and civilians are invited to this adult- quired. For more information, call 833- life-changing experience into words in and Schofield Barracks Salvage Yards will be only evening. Tickets purchased before Feb. 0920 in Hawaii the “Army Libraries and Leisure Activities sponsoring sealed bid auto sales twice a 23 are $5, day of the event, $7. For more in- Creative Writing Contest.” Entry forms month. Bidding will end on the first and 11:21 Oakland Army Base formation, call 655-4466. Seafood Bucket for Two — It’s back! are available at all Army libraries and Seafood lovers can dig into a variety of third Saturdays of each month, and the 11:50 Bulletin Board Leisure Activities. Deadline to enter is highest bidder will be notified the following CATS — Get your tickets today for the seafood, including shrimp, crab, clams and March 10, and winners will be selected on day. award-winning Broadway musical, “CATS.” mussels at Reggie’s, from 5 to 8 p.m. Cost is April 5. A minimum bid will be marked on each Overnight Performances will be held at Richardson $24.95 for two and includes the seafood Three prizes will be awarded: first place, for sale auto. For more information, call Theatre, Fort Shafter, Feb. 23, 24, and 25 and bucket and a pitcher of your favorite bev- 12:30 Pentagon Channel $150; second place, $100 and third place, 655-9368 at Schofield Barracks or 438- March 3, 4, 10, and 11. Tickets are going erage. For reservations or more information, $50. For more information, call 655-0111. 9402 at Fort Shafter. quickly and are available at the box office, call 655-4466.

commanders and volunteer user agencies. will award 25 $1000 grants for the Applications are available at Sgt. Yano The deadline for submission of nomina- 2006-07 school year. Applicants must library, the Hui thrift shop, the Schofield tions to the Army volunteer coordinator be a dependent child of an active duty Barracks ACS Building, the Leilehua (AVC) is Feb. 24, and the annual volunteer or drilling Reserve/National Guard High School counselor’s office, Hui O Na recognition will be held Friday, April 28, member, officer or enlisted, of the Armed Wahine luncheons and spouse information from 4 to 6 p.m. at Bowen Park. For more Forces, United States Public Health Service, meetings. information, contact Cathie Henderson at or National Oceanic and Atmospheric For more information, contact Robertta 655-1703 or e-mail at Administration. Also, applicants must Cole, scholarship chair, at bertnstoner@ [email protected]. be a high school senior planning to yahoo.com attend an accredited college/university FEBRUARY Families and Schools Together (FAST) — as a full-time student, or a college student 28 / Tuesday FAST is an award-winning model program working on an undergraduate degree and Parents Workshop — The ACS Family 18 / Saturday that brings families together and helps cre- under 24 years old. Advocacy Program offers a new parents’ Tropic Lightning Museum — The Tropic ate long lasting family bonds. Wheeler Mid- Deadline for online entry is noon workshop designed to prepare new parents Lightning Museum, Schofield Barracks, will dle School is hosting a FAST program, tar- Eastern Standard Time March 1. Go to for first time delivery and parenthood. feature "Escape from Angola," Feb. 18. Mati- geted for families with 6th graders. The www.moaa.org, select "Services" then Classes are offered in five-week blocks on nees begin at 1 p.m. ten-session program will take place on "Educational Assistance" and then "Schol- Tuesday nights from 6 to 8 p.m. and the Wednesdays, for approximately two hours, arships and Grants." For additional next class starts on March 28. 21 / Tuesday beginning after spring break. Meals will be questions not answered on the website, The class is for both moms and dads, ARC CPR Class — The American Red included. Registration is ongoing and reg- contact: [email protected]. if possible, and couples should register Cross Schofield Barracks Service Center will istration forms are available at the school of- as mom approaches the end of the third offer an adult, child, and infant CPR and first fice. Career, College, and Job Fair — Leeward pregnancy trimester. Sessions are free, aid class on Feb. 21-23 from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Interested families should sign up no lat- Partnership for School-to-Work, University but participants must be registered in The cost is $40 and includes the book. Call er than Friday, Feb. 24. For more informa- of Hawaii-West Oahu, and Leeward advance. Call ACS at 655-4ACS to register. Munich 655-4927 to register. tion, call Stefanie Sondgeroth or Mary Rice, Community College will be sponsoring at 622-6525. a Career, College and Job Fair, March 1 (R) 22 / Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m at the Leeward Today, 7 p.m. DECA Scholarships — The Defense Com- 28 / Tuesday Community College Campus. The event is ONGOING missary Agency (DECA) and the Fisher Hawaii Army Family Action Plan — open to the public and admission and House Foundation are offering educational Make a difference in our community; send parking are free. More than 40 companies Military Council of Catholic Women scholarships to children of military families. in your Hawaii Army Family Action Plan is- and organizations are expected to partici- (MCCW) — The MCCW has weekly Bible The Scholarships for Military Children Pro- sues by Feb. 28. Issues sheets are available pate. For additional information, contact study at the AMR Chapel on Thursdays. gram goal is to provide at least one $1,500 at ACS and most MWR activities, or submit 455-0140. The group will meet for Mass at 9 a.m. fol- scholarship for each of DECA's 268 com- issues online at www.mwrarmyhawaii.com. lowed by fellowship and Bible study from missaries worldwide. Eligible applicants in- The HAFAP Conference is scheduled for 8 / Wednesday 9:30 to 11:30 am. clude unmarried children under age 21 (23, March 8 and 9 at the Nehelani, Schofield Hawaii Army Family Action Plan — The spring Bible study is just beginning. if still enrolled in school) of active duty, Barracks. Volunteers are needed to make Make a difference in the military commu- Free child care is provided for children reg- Guard or Reserve, or military retiree fami- this event a success. Free childcare will be nity. Sign up to be a volunteer at the 2006 istered with Child Youth Services or the lies. The application deadline is Feb. 22. provided for pre-training and the confer- Hawaii Army Family Action Plan Confer- STACC site. For more information, call the Applications are available at the Schofield ence. ence to be held March 8 and 9 at the Ne- AMR Chapel at 839-4319. Barracks commissary and at Delegates, facilitators and other interest- helani, Schofield Barracks. Free childcare http://www.commissaries.com/ or at ed volunteers should contact ACS today. will be provided for pre-training and the Financial Health — Want to find the road http://www.militaryscholar.org. For more information, call Robin Sherrod at conference. to healthy finances? Contact ACS, located in 655-4368. Delegates, facilitators and other interested Building 2091 across the street from 23 / Thursday volunteers should contact ACS. For more Richardson swimming pool. February ACAP Class — The Army Career Alumni Hui O'Wahine — The Fort Shafter Hui information, call Robin Sherrod at classes are: checkbook maintenance, mon- Program (ACAP) is offering job assistance O’Wahine serving Fort Shafter, Tripler Army 655-4368. ey management, credit management, the Fun With Dick And Jane and business seminars during Feb. One class Medical Center (TAMC) and Camp Smith, is Thrift Savings Plan, car buying, mutual (PG-13) remains: Business Owners Seminar, Feb. 23 offering continuing education scholarships 9 / Thursday fund investing, college funding, and Saturday, 7 p.m. from 10 a.m. to noon. and charitable endowments to the commu- KMC Spring Fling Savings — Kilauea AER/Command Referral. Instructors also Wednesday, 7 p.m. ACAP clients and their family members nity. Deadline for submission is Feb. 28 and Military Camp is offering spring fling sav- assist with zero percent interest Army Emer- are welcome to attend these events. In ad- awards will be presented in May. ings for a limited time only, when you book gency Relief loans. dition, ACAP hosts a Veterans Affairs brief- Applications are available at the Fort between now and March 9 for reservations To attend a class or schedule a one- ing every Friday from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. in Shafter thrift shop, Fort Shafter library, between April 1 and May 25. on-one appointment with a financial Building 690 (the Aloha Center), Room 3H, TAMC library, AMR library, Fort Shafter Visitors will receive four nights of lodg- counselor, call 655-4ACS (4227). All serv- on Schofield Barracks. No appointment is and Aliamanu Military Reservation youth ing for the price of three, so increase your ices are free and help is only a phone call necessary. centers, Radford or Moanalua high schools, savings with an additional 50 percent off per away. For more information or to reserve a spot or by calling committee chairperson, Mar- person when you book a KMC tour. for the above classes, call 655-1028 ilyn Murphy at 834-6168. For more information about KMC camp, New Work and Careers Web Site — Need tours and rates, visit www.kmc-volcano.com. help in your job search process? Explore the 24 / Friday Web site http://www.myarmylifetoo.com to Annual Volunteer Awards — Annual 24 / Friday learn about the Army Spouse Employment The Ringer volunteer award nominations are being ac- March Hui O Na Wahine Scholarships — The Partnership. The site includes job search (PG-13) cepted now, in conjunction with National Schofield Barracks Hui O Na Wahine all- techniques and resume writing tips. Sunday, 7 p.m. Volunteer Week in April. Instructions and 1 / Wednesday ranks spouses club is accepting applica- For additional help, contact your Army Thursday, 7 p.m. criteria for submitting nominations have MOAA $1000 Scholarships — The Mili- tions for merit scholarships from now un- Community Service Employment Readiness tary Officer Association of America til March 24. Program Manager at 655-2390. been provided to all brigade and battalion The theater is closed Monday and Tuesday. COMMUNITY HAWAII ARMY WEEKLY FEBRUARY 17, 2006 | B-3

Air Force Staff Sgt. Brenton Haynes, an MSF instructor for four years, drives a motorcycle on the safety course at the NEX. MSF hosts safety event

Story and Photo by time, MSF has a course for every- one. Photos Courtesy of Cirque Hawaii PFC. BRYANNA POULIN Staff Writer The Basic Rider course is de- (From left to right) Performers Alexandr Efimov, Viktor Nikitin, Konstantine Serov, Alexandr Deev, Andrei Aldoshine and Ilya Mingazov gaze in awe signed for beginners of all ages. PEARL HARBOR — Members of Ganchimeg Oyunchimeg, Cirque Hawaii’s contortionist. The show is performed twice daily (except for Wednesdays) at 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. This course is a minimum of five of the Motorcycle Safety Foun- classroom hours and prepares dation educated riders on the im- the student for at least 10 hours portance of practicing motorcy- of practical riding in an off-street cle safety at the Navy Exchange environment. Acrobats occupy old IMAX theater Mall on Feb. 11. In this course, students learn to Whether the rider is a beginner operate a motorcycle safely, to or a seasoned vet, the MSF offers Cirque Hawaii extends sweet • Be sure to take advantage of the create a strategy for riding in deals for military, kama’aina kama'aina and military 2-for-1 deal, courses for all skill levels to teach traffic and deal with critical sit- which is only available through Feb. 28. riders how to remain safe while uations. throughout February on the road. Riders learn techniques such • Shows are at 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m., The Navy Region Hawaii straight-line riding, turning, JEREMY S. BUDDEMEIER every day except Wednesday. Motorcycle Safety Foundation’s shifting and stopping, and slow- Assistant Editor mission is to make riding ly progress to cornering, swerv- WAIKIKI – Cirque Hawaii is not a tradition- • Parking is available next to the more enjoyable by ensuring ing and emergency braking. al three-ring circus – and that's a good thing. theater for $6. access to lifelong quality educa- In the classroom portion, stu- Forsaking the big-top tents, rigorous tion and training for current dents review different types of traveling schedules and the pomp and • For more information, call the box office and prospective riders, and motorcycles, their controls, and pageantry of Barnum and Bailey, Cirque Hawaii Trapeze artists Byambatsetse Gigdengombo at 922-0055 or go online to: advocating a safe riding envi- how they operate. (top) and Davaasuren Altantsetseg take their recently established a permanent home in the www.cirquehawaii.com. ronment. Increasing numbers of sea- old Waikiki IMAX theater this past December. trapeze performance high into the rafters at MSF makes every effort to en- the Cirque Hawaii theater. soned riders are taking half-day “We decided to focus more on the intimacy dancers and a constantly evolving display hance the fun of motorcycling, “Experienced Riders” course, to and quality of the individual acts," said Cornell “It takes thirty minutes to get dressed and of acrobatic prowess. and advises riders to wear pro- sharpen their skills and fine-tune “Tuffy" Nicholas, producer and partner of less than a second for her to change," Pavel said Trapeze artists and gymnasts soar into the tective gear, ride straight and the mental skills needed for sur- within their limits, and to ob- Cirque Hawaii. with a thick Russian accent. rafters and fly within mere feet from faces in vival in traffic. tain training and proper licens- Decked out in a classy Hawaiian shirt with Natalea switches through eight costumes in the audience. At the same time, sprites and dev- In contrast to the Basic course, ing. a hands-free microphone extending from his one act, which she said is “too much." ilish creatures vie for attention, appearing out riders learn how to balance the ear, Nicholas knows the circus. In fact, he was from behind the stage and slithering down Riding motorcycles can be an According to the Karimas, Natalea is the mental and physical aspects of born into it— literally. Nicholas' father worked support ladders. enjoyable form of outdoor recre- only person in the world who can reach into safe riding, manage risk, increase as a ringmaster with The Ringling Brothers' cir- With more than 34 performers and over 15 ation and Soldiers who want to visibility and optimize lane po- her husband’s coat pocket wearing one glove cus for 27 years and his mother was a bear different acts, including a contortionist and a operate a motorcycle on post are sition, noted Haynes. and pull her hand out wearing a different trainer. squad of jump-ropers that spectators won’t required to take the MSF opera- Students also learn about After performing and managing shows glove – all in a blink of an eye. believe, most might find it difficult to choose tor’s course. protective gear, responsibility around the world, including the Moscow State In addition to the Karimas and Nicholas, just one favorite at Cirque Hawaii – but not “All military posts here, re- for operating a motorcycle, in- Circus, Nicholas helped assemble a cast of the Cirque Hawaii is packed with personalities Nicholas. quire at the minimum the “Basic spection and care and the effects best performers in the world for Cirque Hawaii. whose talent and faces shine under the loud "The teeterboard," he said brusquely, Rider” course for people who will of alcohol and drugs while rid- Most performers, like Pavel and Natalea multicolored lights. the phrase leaping from his mouth. “That be driving a motorcycle on post,” ing. Karima, have degrees in acrobatics and The show begins innocently enough used to be the act I performed. They do my said Air Force Staff Sgt. Brenton “There is less protection on the have been perfecting their technique their with a performer who mildly engages the best tricks for a warm-up. Amazing — Haynes, who has been an MSF roads for motorcycles, with more entire lives. The Karimas, who perform audience with trivial antics. Within minutes, that's the only appropriate word for what instructor for four years. exposure to elements and haz- the transformation (quick clothes changing) the lone performer and the audience are they do." Whether you’re just starting ards, MSF teaches riders how to act, would make Superman jealous. swept away by thick tribal drums, Hawaiian Jon Rochmis contributed to this article. out or have been riding some be safe,” Haynes added. B-4 | FEBRUARY 17, 2006 HAWAII ARMY WEEKLY SPORTS & FITNESS

Not just ‘for the birds’ — Fans turned out in large numbers to have mascots, like the Arizona Cardinal (above), sign autographs during the Tropics Pro Bowl celebration Feb. 9. Pro Bowl: Army fans get up close with cheerleaders, mascots, players CONTINUED FROM B-1 Adam, meandered through crowds of people at Tropics. One family made it top priority to show up for the event, not only to visit with the guests but also to Staff Sgt. Kimberly A. Green | 94th Army Air and Missile Defense Command pick up their winnings and send a little cheer back home. "I had to pick up my tickets ‘Heads up!’ cause I won tickets from the Sprint Shawn Grace, point guard for the 94th Army Air and Missile Defense Command Dragons, soars phone in,” said ordnance Chief over two players of the 29th Engineer Battalion. The Dragons defeated the Engineers 68-33, giving Warrant Officer 2 Brian Williams them a 7-0 record for the Fort Shafter bracket of the Army Hawaii Intramural Basketball League. of Company B, 325th Brigade Sup- port Battalion. “So we came out to pick up tickets and we've got a bunch of footballs that were going to send back to the mainland. I also Scott VanDenHaute (left) and Jack Wiers announce the winning num- wanted to see Troy Palamalu, but bers for prizes during the Pro Bowl celebration at Tropics Feb. 9. A $50 it’s ok; and I'll be there on Sun- Toys-R-Us gift certificate was awarded to “One Happy Child.” day!" At evenings close, the event was Although the football season this year’s Pro Bowl celebration a football fan’s success as many finale will build up and wind at Tropics. left with autographs, prizes and down this NFL year, fans can Sprint, Hawaii Family Housing, high hopes for the upcoming Pro reminisce through highlights Burger King and Geico sponsored Bowl game. and memorabilia they collected at the event.