Hawaii INSIDE Impounded Vehicles A-2 Chef of the Year A-3 2001 Year in Review A-4 Every Clime & Place A-8

2002: A New Year B-1 MCCS B-2 Youth Basketball B-3 Toastmasters B-4 Ads B-7 MMARINEARINEWord to Pass B-8 Volume 31, Number 1 www.mcbh.usmc.mil January 11, 2002 TRIALS & TRIUMPHS! A look back at the tragedies, ordeals and victories that marked the year Sgt. Richard W. year, here are a few mo- Holtgraver Jr. and ments that punctuated the Sgt. Alexis R. Mulero year that was 2001. Combat Correspondents Readers can browse the Hawaii Marine archives to For MCB Hawaii, the review detailed stories at year 2001 was one of www.mcbh.usmc.mil. strength, determination and vigilance as America MCB Hawaii faced one of the darkest chapters in its history — To bring in 2001, MCB tragedies which unfolded Hawaii’s known-distance when the nation came un- rifle range took a leap in- der attack by terrorists on to the 21st century when Sept. 11. the revolutionary auto- Even though the events mated “Location of Miss of that ill-fated day left and Hit” system was used many Americans ques- for the first time. tioning the country’s se- The LOMAH system curity, America’s armed cost the base more than services stepped forward $1.2 million and put MCB to reassure all citizens that Hawaii rifle range techno- their lives are in the best logically in front of all oth- hands the world has to of- er ranges throughout the fer. Marine Corps. Marine Corps Base Construction crews Hawaii Marines, Sailors, broke ground in April on their family members and a 50-room addition to the Department of Defense Temporary Lodging Fa- employees provided a cility here on base. The proud example of the additional rooms are American spirit and forti- scheduled to be complet- tude in the face of the na- ed in the spring of 2002, tion’s tragedies. these rooms will save the This week the Hawaii government an estimated Marine looks back at 2001, $1.1 to 1.6 million, annu- taking notice of the peo- ally, in reimbursements of ple and events that permanent change of sta- shaped the character of tion costs. MCB Hawaii, its tenant Marine Corps Base organizations, reserve Hawaii continued its vol- units and their personnel. unteer efforts throughout While we are not able to the community. On April include all of the events and images captured last See REVIEW, A-4 Mokapu teems with military history MCAS K-Bay turns Compiled by Hawaiians Peninsula (except Fort Aiko Brum also wor- Hase) for an advance ‘the big 5-0,’ Tuesday Managing Editor shiped naval base. Kaneohe Press Release their gods Naval Air Station’s first Public Affairs The lands of Mokapu at Mokapu. commanding officer, Cdr. Office Peninsula, now home to In 1918, Harold Martin, arrived at MCB Hawaii, Kaneohe the U.S. the station, Dec. 7, 1940 — Tuesday Bay, have served many govern- ironically, a year to the marks the 50th purposes over the cen- ment day prior to the “date that anniversary of turies since Polyne-sians opened a would live in infamy.” the U.S. Marine first arrived in Hawaii military The official Naval Air Corps’ first all- some 1,500 years ago. reservation Official U.S.M.C. Photo Station commissioning Marine com- Formed from volcanic here, which A Marine Mounted Horse Patrol provided ceremonies took place mand here — eruptions, Mokapu has later be- security for Naval Air Station Kaneohe in Feb. 15, 1941. Marine Corps been used for recreation came Camp the late 1930s and early 1940s. A group of 31 Marines This emblem was used to designate Air Station by Hawaiian royalty; as a Marine Corps Air Station K aneohe Ulupau and was the first military unit Bay. Kaneohe Bay — training area for King then Fort Hase. deepen the channel for a to occupy the Kaneohe which was offi- Kamehameha’s armies; Construction began in seaplane runway and to Naval Air Station, arriv- cially commissioned Jan. 15, 1952. The Hawaii Marine for commercial cattle September 1939 on extend the western coast- ing in early November, salutes all who have served and who continue to serve grazing; and small plot Kaneohe Naval Air line with coral fill. 1940. Platoon sergeant here — most especially those who established, main- farming, fishing and game Station. Engineers By 1940, the Navy had tained and manned MCAS Kaneohe Bay from its com- bird raising. Ancient dredged Kaneohe Bay to acquired all of Mokapu See MOKAPU, A-6 missioning to its decommissioning, April 14, 1994. Newspaper survey underway Senator to seek readers’ perspectives visits Sgt. Robert Carlson your input is invaluable. Press Chief Let us know what you’d like to see more of, and what you would like to see MCBH The Hawaii Marine Newspaper us eliminate. Senator Amo Houghton Annual Readership Survey is underway, The online survey is available at (Republican - New and we would like to invite you to send http://216.119.109.44/survey York), a former Marine, us your comments. We invite you to help us serve the base visited the MCB Hawaii rifle range and spoke Our staff is collecting completed sur- more efficiently by completing the sur- with Marines from veys at various locations around the vey and letting us know what you think. Camp Lejeune’s 3rd base, and we are also administering the If you are unable to complete the on- Bn., 2nd Marines, survey online. line form, and have not met with our Tuesday. Senator Houghton thanked Reader comments and suggestions are staff around the base, we can drop off each for a job well what have made your base newspaper survey forms to your home or unit. Just done. Sgt. Richard W. Holtgraver Jr. one of the best in the Marine Corps, and give us a call at 257-8833. A-2 • January 11, 2002 HAWAII MARINE

MCBH NEWS Base impound lot near capacity, BRIEFS some are ‘diamonds in the rough’ Your abandoned trying to resolve the “BLACKHAWK DOWN” SPECIAL situation.” SNEAK PREVIEW, TODAY vehicle could be Many cars are sim- Columbia Pictures has allowed the Navy sold at auction ply not wanted, and Motion Picture Service a special pre-release after four months showing of the movie, “Blackhawk Down,” Sgt. Richard W. PMO accepts respon- at 7:15 p.m. & 10:30 p.m., tonight — free-of- Holtgraver Jr. sibility for the auto- charge to active duty, their families and Combat Correspondent mobiles. guests. What does the gov- The first 800 patrons will be admitted first The Provost Marshal’s ernment — specifical- come, first served at the 7:15 p.m. showing. Office aboard MCB Hawaii ly MCB Hawaii — do Doors will open at 5:15 p.m. to allow suffi- is cracking down on aban- with these newly ac- cient time for entry and access to concession doned and unregistered ve- quired automobiles? stands. Three snack bar registers will be open hicles aboard the base. Most of the cars to accommodate patrons. Since October, the Traffic impounded by PMO The 10:30 p.m. second showing will be first Division has been under are beyond repair, so opened to special ticket holders. All MCB new leadership with the in- PMO has the vehicle Hawaii commands and tenant organizations tent to strictly enforce the crushed by a local sal- have received a limited number of tickets for regulations pertaining to vage yard. But, a few distribution to personnel. vehicle registration and of the cars and trucks Second show patrons without tickets will abandonment. that remain after the be placed on “standby”and seated based on Vehicles found that meet Sgt. Richard W. Holtgraver Jr. 120-day impound pe- seat availability. certain characteristics out- The impound lot currently holds more than 110 cars, trucks and riod, despite being a The Express Snack Bar will be opened in lined by Base Order motorcycles, many of which are abandoned vehicles. little rusty from sit- the courtyard area to accommodate patrons P5500.15A, Chapter 7, ting for a long period awaiting the second showing. Section 7007, are considered aban- they can reclaim their car from PMO, of time, are still operational. For more details, contact Paul Inoue, the- doned according to Sgt. Alan J. at no additional cost. Those vehicles get another chance ater manager, at 254-7641. Conway, Traffic Chief for PMO. “Cut and dry, if we impound a ve- to be on the road, thanks to Marine If a vehicle hasn’t been moved for hicle, it will become government Corps Community Services and the KING CELEBRATION 72 hours, has fallen into such disrepair property in 120 days,” said Conway. base Auto Hobby Shop. About once a Catch the “Honor Dr. King” PME (profes- that it is an eyesore or has delinquent Since October, Conway’s section month, Carl Cabrera, the Auto Hobby sional military education) seminar, Jan. 18 at registration or inspection stickers, has conducted an aggressive cam- Shop manager, selects a number of the 1 p.m., at the Kaneohe Bay Base Theater. The PMO will place a yellow, warning paign to enforce the base regulations base’s newly acquired vehicles and at- seminar will be followed by a free movie: sticker on the windshield of the vehi- pertaining to abandoned vehicles. In tempts to resell them at auctions. “Remember the Titans,” starring Denzel cle. doing so, the number of vehicles at the Since the Auto Hobby Shop gets the Washington. Once a bright orange warning stick- impound lot has grown to more than cars for free, Cabrera tries to resell the If you’re interested in being a Black History er has been placed on a vehicle, the 110 cars. automobiles for bargain prices. Month committee member, contact Master owner has three days to respond to While some people work with PMO When figuring out the initial bid for Sgt. Duane Keys at 257-7720. PMO, in order to correct the problem. to fix their vehicle’s problem, vehicles, Cabrera takes the Blue Book At the end of those three days, if the Conway’s section spends large price, cuts its price in half, and adds MARKETING YOURSELF FOR A problem has yet to be corrected, PMO amounts of time tracking down car any cost it might take to get the vehi- SECOND CAREER will impound the vehicle. owners. cle up and running. So far, resale of A representative from the Retired Officers Owners of impounded vehicles “We want the car out of our lot,” impounded vehicles has been very Association will be presenting, “Marketing then have another 120 days to correct said Conway. “We understand that successful, making more than Yourself for a Second Career,” Monday their car’s deficiencies. Once done, problems occur, and we’re flexible in $170,000, since 1997, said Cabrera. through Friday. Audiences will learn about the realities of a competitive, civilian market- place and a host of other vital topics. Military members and their spouses who are two to three years, or less, away from dis- 2001 Toys4Tots exceeds goals charge or retirement are invited to attend. Presentations will be held from 9 to 11:30 Press Release were changed, the focus of be held at K-Bay. Toys for Tots effort.” Public Affairs Office a.m., as follows: Monday at Pearl Harbor’s the campaign in Hawaii As Villarreal stayed on Other major sponsors in- Family Service Center, Room 205; changed. target, meeting and keeping cluded Hawaiian Isles Kona Since its initial planning Wednesday at Camp H.M. Smith’s Pollock A new goal was set. the state’s civilian commu- Coffee, Longs Drugs, PCF back in March of 2001, the Theater; Jan. 17 at Schofield Barracks’ Post Villarreal and his volun- nity, committee members Virtual, PR Works, Hanai A Hawaii Toys for Tots cam- Conference Room; and Jan. 18 at Hickam Air teer force dared to solicit informed with progress re- Bear, Outback Steakhouse, paign looked to surpass its Force Base’s Memorial Theater. 64,000 toys. ports, one of the major Price Busters, ERT Sales, previous year’s total of For more information, contact Jim Gardner ”The cards were stacked sponsors — KHNL, News 8 Bank of Hawaii, Radio 53,012 toys. at 257-7794. up against us, but I had — took the lead with local Shack, Sprint PCS of Staff Sgt. Ruben E. faith that we would not fail news coverage, airing pub- Hawaii, the City and Villarreal, the 2001 Toys for in reaching our goal or in lic service announcements County of Honolulu, Tots Coordinator and a complet- and Martin Warehousing and Hawaii member of 4th Force ing our partic- Distribution Inc. Reconnaissance Co., made a mission,” ipat- “Without the help of few significant changes, en- recalled ing at sponsors, we could have MARINE listed the help of 1st. Sgt. Villarreal. key never come close to reach- Dorsey Roberts, distributed “ We events ing our goal,” said Commanding General Brig. Gen. Jerry C. McAbee e-mail seeking volunteers couldn’t hosted Villarreal. “There’s no way Public Affairs Director Lt. Col. Sarah Fry Public Affairs Chief Gunnery Sgt. Rhys Evans and recruited 150 Marines, and we wouldn’t fail be- in the community in sup- we can express enough ap- Press Chief Sgt. Robert Carlson Sailors and civilians to sup- Managing Editor Aiko Brum cause too many people real- port of Toys for Tots. preciation for their sup- Lifestyles Editor Cpl. Roman Yurek port the Toys for Tots goal, ize that children are our “KHNL could not be port.” The Hawaii Marine is an unofficial newspaper pub- by providing toil and labor, most important resource.” thanked enough. They Hearty appreciation is lished every Thursday by RFD Publications, Inc., 45-525 as needed. Several milestones grabbed the bull by the owed to each volunteer and Luluku Road, Kaneohe, HI 96744, a private firm in no way The campaign began in helped the Toys for Tots horns and wouldn’t quit,” each unit and employer connected with the U.S. Marine Corps under exclusive con- early August. A goal of team succeed. The first big exclaimed Villarreal. “They who allowed workers to tract to the U.S. Marine Corps. This civilian enterprise 55,000 toys was set for fam- boost was the “Tee It Up for showed that they were in support the campaign. newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the ilies throughout the state of Tots” golf tournament at the for the long haul, and they The 2001 Toys for Tots military services. Hawaii, who might not oth- Kaneohe Klipper Golf opened the door to us with Campaign netted 65,021 Contents of the “Hawaii Marine” are not necessarily erwise enjoy a merry Course, Oct. 11. Eighty other business partners, ex- toys, distributed to over the official views of or endorsed by the United States Christmas. golfers participated in what pecting nothing from us, ex- 32,200 children, in the state Government, the Department of Defense or the U.S. Marine On Sept. 11, as the world was later described as one cept that we remain as com- of Hawaii. The kids indeed Corps. All advertising is provided by RFD Publications, watched and so many lives of the finer tournaments to mitted as they were to the enjoyed a merry Christmas. Inc., 235-5881. The appearance of advertising in the “Hawaii Marine,” including inserts and supplements, does not constitute en- CHAPLAIN’S CORNER dorsement of the firms’ products and services by the DoD, DoN or the U.S. Marine Corps of the products or services advertised. Passing on values to our children Everything advertised in the Hawaii Marine shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without re- Marlene Miller sionate counseling to allay One of the side effects to pecially those families sepa- gard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mari- MCB Hawaii Religious fears and anxieties and seek dropping out of practicing rated because of deploy- tal status, physical handicap, political affiliation or any oth- Education Director direction. one’s faith is that our chil- ments. er non-merit factor of the purchaser, user or patron. dren don’t seem to have the We’ve recently devel- Editorial content or public service announcements (i.e. We at Marine Corps Base Reconnecting same good set of values oped three new initiatives all content other than paid advertisements) is edited, pre- Hawaii are a military fami- Returning to the practice within which we grew up. that will assist in aiding pared and provided by the Public Affairs Office aboard ly that has been deeply af- of faith can be a difficult and The only input comes from your children to come to Marine Corps Base Hawaii. Opinions expressed are not to fected by the terrorist attack challenging decision, espe- society or the mass media. know God, his plan for us, be considered an official expression of the DoD or the U.S. of 9/11, a date that is syn- cially for some adults who many of those values with Marine Corps. onymous as perhaps the do not know “how” to come New Education Initiatives which we grew up and that To contact the MCB Hawaii Public Affairs Office use the worst event in our Nation’s back into a worshipping The Religious Ministries will help them through the following addresses: history. community of faith. Department at the Base difficult times of life. HAWAII MARINE, BUILDING 216, MCB HAWAII The initial reaction of Most likely their original Chapel can help you grow KANEOHE BAY, HI, 96863 many was to return to departure was a slow drop- spiritually and morally. The Hallelujah Club E-MAIL: [email protected] church, appreciate the need ping-away because of the Our comprehensive This new club is for FAX: 257-2511, PHONE: 257-8840 for God in their lives, and need to take care of little Religious Education grades 1 to 5 and meets on pray for peace, safety and children or infants and/or Program will meet nearly Mondays from 3:30 to 4:30 security. the general busy-ness of all your needs and the Many sought compas- life. needs of your family — es- See CHAPEL, A-8 HAWAII MARINE January 11, 2002 • A-3

Brigadier Gen. Chef Jerry C. McAbee, WWORDORD ONON commanding gen- eral, MCB Hawaii, chats with Lance THETHE Cpl. Gabriela of Ramirez, the cook in 1st Radio Bn. SSTREETTREET who won the Chef of the Year competition on Dec. 19, 2001, at the the Anderson Hall dining facility. What are you Ramirez shared just a few of her many secrets going to do to Year about food prepa- ration. Ramirez takes top culinary honors at contest take off those Story and Photos by Sgt. Richard W. extra holiday Holtgraver Combat Correspondent pounds? Swiss Steak, Mashed Potato Delight and Mama Salad topped the winning menu at the Anderson Dining Facility on Dec. 19, “...Try to contin- 2001, during the Chef ue weightlifting of the Year competi- Above — Lance Cpl. Theresa R. A. Martinez presented while being tion. a Sangria cake, designed to look like the Texas flag. pregnant.” The competition fea- Top Left — Lance Cpl. Richard A. Johnson displayed Eden Zamarin tured the Chef of the several creative garnishes including a xylophone and microphone garnish, both of which played sweet, de- Semper Fit pro- Quarter winners from lightful, mouth-watering tunes before the judges’ eyes. gram manager 2001 and was judged Bottom Left — No one could strike the chords on MCCS on several categories: Johnson’s piano watermelon garnish; however, the juicy, red fruit tempted the palete on the bright and sun- cooking knowledge, ny day. food presentation and, of course, taste. ments. His most recognizable items in- All three of the participants in the cluded a microphone made from a car- cooking competition began preparing rot and an orange and a double fudge their presentations the evening prior, cake in the shape of a record album. working throughout the night to pre- The cooks often used themes to en- “...Ride my pare their foods. hance the presentation of their meals bike, swim. The contestants only took a short before the judges. This cooking com- ...Run more of- break early that morning, to shower petition proved no different. ten. ...Play bas- before returning to the chow hall to set ketball and eat Ramirez beat out her competitors’ healthier up. country/western theme and the trib- meals.” The competition not only tested the ute to the four elements of music. She cooks’ knowledge but also their inge- kept the theme of her meal simple: Lance Cpl. nuity in preparing tasty, eye appealing flowers and the great outdoors. Jamie Bell foods. “I’m a nature person by heart,” said Air traffic control commu- Lance Cpl. Gabriela Ramirez, a cook Ramirez. “That morning, I went out Lance Cpl. Theresa R. A. Martinez nications for 1st Radio Bn., walked away with and picked fresh flowers and used (standing in the background) carved a technician the top honor of Chef of the Year. them for garnish.” swan out of solid ice, then surrounded MCAF “I was surprised I won,” said Simplicity probably helped Ramirez it with a pool of parsley and strawber- ries. The creation provided an elegant Ramirez afterward. “I thought Lance in this competition because it allowed centerpiece for other Chef of the Year Cpl. Johnson had a better presentation her to concentrate on producing great entries. and meal.” tasting food. When Lance Cpl. Richard A. Before the competition, Ramirez to prepare for their family’s barbecues. Johnson, from Headquarters and wasn’t confident of her chances at win- For demonstrating superior culinary Service Co., 1st Bn., 3rd Marine ning, but reassurance from her mother talents, Ramirez was awarded a tro- Regiment, entered his menu into the and fiancée motivated her. phy, a medal, a garnishing kit, a cer- competition, his love of music influ- In fact, one of her menu items, tificate of commendation, a dinner “...Not eat so enced him to shape much of the food Mama Salad — a mixture of macaroni cruise for two, and two weeks of ap- much and work and garnishes into objects that were salad and vegetables, served cold — prenticeship training at the Hale Koa out more easily recognized as musical instru- was inspired by a dish her mother used Hotel in Waikiki. often.” Charles Sodersten Retired Mentors, participants ‘To the Corps’ U.S. Navy sought for CLD program at K-Bay Sgt. Alexis R. Mulero “An important point about Combat Correspondent CLDP is that it’s not a ‘fast track’ to promotion, with guaranteed “...Run for two A program that’s helping the end results,” Chang explained. miles every civilian workforce at MCB “Eligible participants are respon- other day and Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, to expand sible for their own development, stop at the gym its leadership skills is looking for to use the step- with a mentor providing valuable master, cross- new mentors and participants. advice and a professional exam- trainer and do The Civilian Leadership ple of foundation competencies.” lots of Development Program helps Eligible employees who decide crunches.” transfer organizational culture, to participate in CLDP will have values and leadership compo- the opportunity to formally re- Jennifer Clark Family member nents, essential for all employees, quest mentorship. into leadership positions. They may select someone they “Mentoring links experienced feel who has the qualities they professionals with civilian partic- will need and who can take the ipants for enhanced career devel- extensive, 360-degree self-assess- opment,” said Jeanne Chang, ment of their present skill levels. non-appropriated funds repre- Upon completion of these two sentative of the Civilian steps, participating mentored em- Leadership Development ployees — with guidance from “...Swim and Program. their mentor — will develop an come to the

Members rely on mentors to Individual Leadership Staff Sgt. Jesus A. Lora gym every oth- share their experiences and in- Development Plan and begin ac- er day, while sights of life, and to assist in the tivities, education and in-house The sound of bagpipes filled an aircraft bay taking Sundays at MCB Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, Dec. 14, 2001, off.” successful transfer of technical projects based on the goals and as Gunnery Sgt. James McCole etched re- skills and knowledge to partici- objectives identified. tirement honors into Marine Corps memo- Charles Souza pants of the CLDP. Employees interested in partic- ries spanning most of his adult life. Retired Formerly with Marine Aviation Logistic The CLDP is available to eligi- ipating, mentoring, or needing Support Element Kaneohe, McCole ren- Federal Fire ble civilian employees in grades additional information, should dered one of his last salutes during the Department NF-3 through 5, civil service em- contact Carol Boyd at 257-2158. unit’s morning formation. Marines, Sailors ployees in GS-5 through 15, craft and civilian friends helped McCole celebrate NAF employees may contact and recall 27 years of honorable and faith- and trade supervisory staff, and Jeanne Chang at 254-7628 for ful service. WG-7 and higher. more details. A-4 • January 11, 2002 HAWAII MARINE

Staff Sgt. Jesus A. Lora Sergeant Steven Rogers, a section leader with Lima Co., 3rd Bn., 3rd Marine Regiment, directs fire and movement of his squad, after insertion into the landing zone while es- tablishing a base of fire for the assault team. The three-platoon raid demonstrated Lima Co., 3/3’s capabilities at the Ulupau crater.

REVIEW, From A-1 during the Japanese sur- prise attack on the U.S.’s 23, MCB Hawaii provided military installations in 30 Marines to do a mas- Hawaii. 2001: sive beach cleanup on one of the most beautiful 3rd Marine Regiment beaches in the world — Kailua Beach. Third Marine Regi- The Year in Review In June, Danno, the ment Marines and Sailors MCB Hawaii mascot, embarked to the rocky ter- reached a milestone in his rain of Pohakuloa Marine Corps career Training Area on the Big when he was promoted to Island, to kick off 2001, corporal in a ceremony and participated in held at the Military Police Hawaii Combined Arms Department. Operation “Kona Winds A $500,000 reconstruc- 2001.” tion effort, which began in On March 5, Sgt. Maj. February and ended in Tunu I. Tupuola took over late summer, replaced a the top enlisted spot at 3rd total of 16 family housing Marines during a post and playgrounds aboard relief ceremony at Dewey Kaneohe Bay and Manana Square. Tupuola replaced Housing Area. Sgt. Maj. Leon L. Harris, On Sept. 6, Brig. Gen. who also celebrated his re- Jerry C. McAbee took over tirement at the ceremony. as commanding general, Tupuola served as MCB Hawaii, during a sergeant major of Marine Cpl. Roman Yurek Lance Cpl. Jason E. Miller change of command cere- Aircraft Group 12 in mony on the flight line. Iwakuni, Japan, prior to Clockwise (from above) — The Marine McAbee replaced Brig. his assignment here. Forces Pacific Color Guard marches on the colors at the MarForPac change of Gen. R. E. “Chip” Parker Near the end of the command ceremony. Jr., who also celebrated his same month, after a week- retirement at the ceremo- long competition, the Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. James L. Jones promotes Jim Nabors, of ny. McAbee previously Marines from 2nd Squad, the television show Gomer Pyle fame, to served as chief of staff 1st platoon, Lima Co., 3rd the rank of lance corporal. Marine Forces Southern Bn., 3rd Marines, were an- Command in Miami. nounced as the winners of A working dog shows the strength of its bite to a crowd gathered at 1st Bn., 3rd During December, the 3rd Marines’ Super Marine Regiment’s Family Day. MCB Hawaii hosted 60th Squad Competition. Anniversary remem- In May, Marines from Marines from Headquarters Bn., MCB Hawaii, comprised the 2001 Marine Corps brance ceremonies 3/3, and 1st Bn., 12th Birthday Pagent. throughout the base to Marines, deployed to the Sgt. Richard W. Holtgraver Jr. honor those who died “land down under” for Private First Class Rajinder Hoonjan, ad- min clerk, Headquarters and Service Company stands at the ready during his watch of guard duty outside the Marine barracks at MMC Admin, Egypt.

Staff Sgt. Shalonda Richardson

Cpl. Roman Yurek HAWAII MARINE January 11, 2002 • A-5

Sgt. Richard W. Holtgraver Jr. Children at the Tu’anekivale Primary School wave good-bye to Marines and Sailors of 3rd Marine Regiment after the volunteers presented the school the keys to a new restroom facility they had constructed.

Cpl. Luis R. Agostini Racers exit Kaneohe Bay during the Na Wahine Triathlon, hosted aboard K-Bay.

Cpl. Roman Yurek Sgt. Richard W. Holtgraver Jr. As the warriors from 3rd Bn., 3rd Marines, moved into a simulated embassy during a non- Above Left — An Amphibious Assault Vehicle from Combat Support Co., 3rd combatant evacuation excercise at Ford Island, Marine Regiment exits the water at Fort Hase Beach, while conducting an am- they had to run from one position to another to phibious assault during CSC’s Jane Wayne Day. Above Right — Contemporary avoid hostile fire. rock band Sister Hazel rocks the crowd during BayFest 2001. five weeks, participating in continued its tradition of Romp” provided Marines, The unit also served as a exercise “Tandem Thrust community service when Sailors and civilians with a model for a combined service 2001” while in Australia. more than 20 Marine volun- challenging 5.2-mile cross- squadron maintenance sup- Colonel Joseph V. Medina teers from 3/3 went to Pope country run in March. port with a percentage of took over as commander, 3rd Elementary School in Deployments were preva- completed tasks above the Marines, during a change of Waimanalo and helped stock lant during 2001, as the normal completion percent- command ceremony June 21 its library, Aug. 1, as part of Group supported numerous age of units in the Navy or at Dewey Square. Medina re- their Adopt-A-School pro- exercises, including two Marine Corps. placed Col. R. B. Peele, who gram. Combat Service Support Detatchments 3 and 7 from transferred to Col. Medina’s Whether training, saving Detachments: 75 and 79. Helicopter Anti-submarine last unit at the Marine Corps lives, or competing with their Cobra Gold 2001, in Light 37 completed a six- Recruiting Command. peers, the Marines of 3rd Thailand, involved more than month deployment to the In mid-June, the Marines Marine Regiment excelled in 110 Marines from CSSD-79. Arabian Gulf early in the from Javelin section, everything they set out to do They showed their mettle in year. Weapons Co., 3/3, began in 2001 — including blowing support of Marine Air Patrol Squadron (VP-) 47 training with their new M98 away the regiment’s retention Ground Task Force 4. finished a successful six- A-1 Javelin training simula- goals by reenlisting a total of Elsewhere, Combat Service month deployment to Diego tor. 202 Marines by year’s end. Support Detatchment 75 sup- Garcia in June. On Aug. 10, more than 80 ported MAGTF 3 during Three Marines from Marines from 3rd Marine Combat Service Support Hawaii Combined Arms Marine Corps Air Facility Regiment participated in ex- Group 3 Operation 2-01’s “Kona made names for themselves ercise “Tafakula,” held in the Winds 2001.” when the electric car they Kingdom of Tonga. The exer- Combat Service Support Despite a year marred by built placed second in the cise provided medical and Group 3 trained hard in 2001 national tragedy, CSSG-3 was military Electron Marathon dental assistance and limited and showed that even a sup- able to stay focused on its held at Ford Island. engineering help as part of a port element can get “down mission. In June, Marine Helicopter Humanitarian Civic and dirty” with intense phys- Constant training, and the Training Squadron 301 re- Assistance Program. ical training. desire to perform above and ceived a new commander. Without regard for their Companies within CSSG-3 beyond the call of duty, kept Lieutenant Col. Mark lives, three 3/3 Marines evac- conducted numerous condi- CSSG-3 on course through Franklin assumed command uated eight people from in- tioning hikes around the is- 2001. of the squadron when Lt Col. side a burning house in land. At last count, the total Stephen G. LeBlanc received Kaneohe on Sept. 7. distance covered by the unit 1st Marine Aircraft Wing orders to the Army War While several parts of the for the year combined for College in Carlisle, Penn. new Marine Corps utility uni- more than 350 miles. For the Marines and Sailors The squadron also received form were still being tested, Hikes weren’t the only of 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, the 2000 Naval Aviation 30 Marines from Bravo type of training being con- 2001 was a year for strength- Safety Plaque for its out- Battery, 1/12, had the oppor- ducted when the Group went ening military ties. standing safety record. tunity to put two new ver- to the Kahuku Training Area Marine Aviation Logistic Patrol Squadron (VP-) 4 sions of the desert combat for a week-long field exercise Support Element Kaneohe won the Isbell Trophy for its Lance Cpl. Jason E. Miller boot to the test during their in August. lead the way showing, that degree of professionalism Officers from Combat Service Support training at the Pohakuloa Considered by many as to- Marines and Sailors can work and its efficiency during its Group 3 hang suspended from the bottom Training Area in October. tally motivating, the 7th together very effectively six-month deployment in the of a CH-53D Sea Stallion while conducting Third Marine Regiment Annual CSSG-3 “Swamp within the same unit. Year 2000. SPIE rigging training over K-Bay.

Marines from Lima Co., 3/3 proved the benefits of an air-ground combination during a capa- bilities demonstration at theMCB Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, Range Training Facility.

Staff Sgt. Jesus A. Lora

Cpl. Roman Yurek Marines from the Javelin Section of Weapons Co., 3rd Bn., 3rd Marine Regiment, practice with a training simulator version of the M98 A-1 Javelin missle launcher. A-6 • January 11, 2002 HAWAII MARINE

MOKAPU, From A-1 and two reserve units: 3rd MCTAB, adja- Marine Regiment, III Marine cent Bellows George Spence was in command Expeditionary Forces Hawaii; Air Force until Maj. J. C. Donehoo Jr. ar- Aviation Support Element Station. rived at the Marine Barracks Kaneohe; Combat Service Marine about a month later. Support Group 3; 1st Radio Bn.; Corps Base The mission of the Marines 1st Bn., 12th Marine Regiment; Hawaii con- assigned to NAS K-Bay was to 4th Force Reconnaissance Co., (a tributes a great protect construction materials Marine reserve unit); deal to the and guard the area, part of Commander, Patrol & overall fiscal which was accomplished by Reconnaissance Force, U.S. health of horseback. Pacific Fleet; and Patrol Oahu; it con- On Dec. 7, 1941, two waves of Squadron (VP-) 51, (a Navy re- tinues to be the Japanese planes bombed and serve unit). largest civilian Official U.S.M.C. Photo Above — The first Marines at Mokapu Peninsula strafed NAS K-Bay, the second Marine Corps Base Hawaii employer on provided security for NAS Kaneohe Bay, which base on Oahu to be attacked. Of assets at K-Bay include the the Windward emerged from overgrown vegetation, marsh and the 36 Catalina PBYs (sea- Marine Corps Air Facility and side of the is- desolate, dry lands, beginning in the late 1930s. Right — Servicemembers sit in a firing line, in the planes) based here, only the Headquarters Bn. land. Its mili- sand dunes west of what’s now Fort Hase Beach, three that were out on patrol at Marine Corps Base Hawaii tary and civil- in the 1940s. The officers’ quarters lie just beyond, the time of the attack escaped has garnered numerous envi- ian workforce at the bottom of Ulupau Crater. major damage or destruction. ronmental awards and been rec- come to Eighteen Sailors and one ognized for its constant vigi- Mokapu from homes located years; some even remember at- civilian were killed, and 69 oth- lance in the protection of throughout the island. tending the commissioning cer- ers were wounded in the attack. wildlife and natural resources Many civilian employees emony for MCAS Kaneohe Bay In 1945, the Army left Fort on Mokapu Peninsula, and at have worked here for many back in 1952. Photo courtesy of Carl Boden Hase for occupation duty in Japan, and its area be- came part of NAS Kaneohe Bay. The Navy decommissioned the air station in July 1949, leav- ing only a small Marine security force to oversee the lands. The Navy moved its operations to leeward Oahu, to what was then Naval Air Station Barbers Point. Marine Corps planners soon realized that Mokapu Peninsula was an ideal training location for a combined air-ground team. The peninsula’s po- sition was also ideal for strategic deployment to the Far East and support for the impending Korean War. The site also provid- ed an excellent intermedi- ate refueling and mainte- nance stop for tactical and support aircraft during long, trans-Pacific flights. When Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay was commissioned, on Jan. 15, 1952, three major tenant commands called the peninsula home: the 1st Marine Expeditionary Brigade, 1st Radio Bn. and the Naval Ocean System Laboratory, a San Diego- based test and evaluation lab. The Brigade was the largest Marine Air/- Ground Task Force in the Corps, at the time, and 1st Radio Bn. (as it still does) provided the sole source of ground-based signals intelligence and electronic warfare within Fleet Marine Forces Pacific. Rich history dominated the commands at MCAS Kaneohe Bay between 1952 and 1994. Units such as Marine Aircraft Group 13, the 1st Provisional Marine Brigade, and the 4th Marine Regiment ar- rived and later departed for operations in Asia. Various aircraft flew mis- sions from an extended runway. Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe’s mission changed continu- ally throughout the Vietnam War. It would later become the stepping off point for many units in support of Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. On April 15, 1994, the Marine Corps consolidat- ed all of its holdings in Hawaii. Marine Corps Air Station, K-Bay, and Camp H. M. Smith — headquar- ters of Marine Forces Pacific — became the two largest elements. In 1999, five years after the consolidation, U.S. Navy units were wel- comed to Mokapu as ten- ant commands, after the closure of NAS Barbers Point. Today MCB Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, is home to eight tenant commands HAWAII MARINE January 11, 2002 • A-7

MMILITARYILITARY BBLOTTERLOTTER -A civilian was in- volved in a traffic acci- dent while backing up and failed to maintain sufficient distance from a storm drain roof gutter, as a result a portion of the gutter fell. -A Marine notified the Military Police Depart- ment of damage to gov- ernment property. The complaintant stated that while moving into a bar- racks room the door had been kicked in by un- known person(s). -A Marine was arrested by the Honolulu Police Department for driving under the influence, after he was involved in a traf- fic accident. The suspect was processed and re- leased on $500 bail. -A military dependent notified MPD of damage to private property. The complaintant stated that unknown person(s) had scratched and gouged the hood of his vehicle while it was parked at his quar- ters. -A Marine was appre- hended by MPD for pos- session of a concealed weapons after MPs no- ticed the handle of a weapon sticking out of the front seat. MPs searched the vehicle and found numerous hidden weapons throughout the vehicle. -A Marine notified MPD of a larceny of pri- vate property, the victim stated that unknown per- son(s) stole numerous uniform articles from his wall locker which had been left unsecured and unattended. -A Sailor was involved in a traffic accident while backing out of a parking stall and failed to main- tain sufficient distance from another Sailor’s ve- hicle which was parked. -A Marine was in- volved in a traffic acci- dent while attempting to maneuver off of a grassy area and failed to main- tain sufficient distance from a telephone pole. -A Marine was in- volved in a traffic acci- dent while backing and failed to maintain suffi- cient distance from a sec- ond vehicle. -A military dependent notified MPD of a larceny of private property. The victim stated that un- known person(s) stole a black sleeping bag, which had been left unsecured and unattended from the front yard of her quarters. -The Federal Fire Department notified MPD of a fire that had been caused by lint that had ignited due to the temperature of the dryer,. Also, as a result, the dry- er wall and a personal blanket were damaged. -Three civilians were apprehended by MPD for trespassing after MPs were conducting security checks and noticed the three civilians surfing at Zombies Beach.

Crime Prevention Do you have questions about how you can take a stance against crime in your neighborhood? If so, contact Cpl. Gordon Scott at Crime Prevention, 257-2103, ext. 315. Get helpbul tips on how to prevent crime. A-8 • January 11, 2002 HAWAII MARINE

EEVERYVERY CCLIMELIME ANDAND PPLACELACE 26th MEU continues search for Al Qaeda positions Sgt. Andrew D. Pomykal [Taliban “We planned for mistreat them,” said 26TH MEU Public Affairs leader Mullah the full spectrum Greenwood. “Many seemed ap- Detachment aboard USS Bataan Mohammed] [of conflict]. We preciative. The search took Omar. We figured they would about six hours.” KANDAHAR, Afghanistan wanted to hit either cooperate or “After we cleared the objec- — “Nobody really wanted any- them when it would be a com- tive, the call was made to search body to get hurt, but we they least ex- plete siege,” said the entire town,” said planned for the worst,” said pected it and Bourdaghs. Bourdaghs. “We went out of our Staff Sgt. Dan R. Bourdaghs. overwhelm Most of the in- way not to break anything. They “We dismounted the vehicles them with su- habitants were still were scared, initially, but they and it was on.” perior fire- asleep or at least came around when they under- Recently, Marines from the power.” inside their homes stood why we were there.” 26th Marine Expeditionary At an as- during the begin- “We wanted to nail down Unit’s Force Reconnaissance sembly area ning of the search, these sites to prevent a Taliban Platoon, an infantry platoon 45 kilometers said Greenwood. resurgence and to keep an active from Kilo Co., 3/6, and ele- from the in- “What freaked posture,” said Greenwood. ments of the 15th MEU’s Bravo ternational Lance Cpl. Nathan E. Eason me out was when “This keeps the Al Qaeda off airport here, Marines from the 26th MEU lead a raid on a suspected Al Qaeda the prayers sound- balance as we’re cutting their 1/1 rode on light armored vehi- outpost in the Helmand Province of Afghanistan, northwest of cles from Light Armored the Marines Kandahar. Marines are based in Kandahar in support of ed over a loud- legs out from under them.” Reconnaissance Platoon, 26th picked up a Operation Enduring Freedom. speaker,” said Senior Marines who coordi- MEU, to conduct a cordon and small detach- Explosive nated the raid were comple- search operation of a village ment of Kandahar’s Governor, numerous LAVs surrounded the Ordnance Disposal technician mentary of their leathernecks’ near here, suspected of housing Gul Agha Shirzai’s troops. They village while the anti-Taliban Sgt. Michael J. Gattis from performance. Al Qaeda and Taliban person- were assigned to the force to forces, Recon’s Direct Action Tampa, Fla. “We didn’t know if “The conduct of the [non- nel. identify any Al Qaeda or Taliban Platoon and the grunts from it was an alert to our presence or commissioned officers] was “We executed a pre-dawn fighters and serve as inter- Kilo infiltrated the area. what. Then, somebody got a phenomenal,” said Capt T. raid to exploit the site for what- preters, said Greenwood of The main objective was a thermal image of people mov- Shane Tomko, Kilo Co. com- ever we could find. Personnel, Arlington, Va. building that was reported as a ing around outside. A crowd mander. “They really showed weapons, anything that we Intelligence sources cited re- Taliban training site and as a started to gather. That’s when tactical maturity with the rules might use against them,” ex- ports in Arabic and subsequent- dwelling place. What made the people really started to watch of engagement.” plained Capt. Daniel Q. ly pinpointed their location, operation difficult was that the their [backs].” “The way they adapt is unbe- Greenwood, Battalion Landing said Bourdaghs. building was located amongst “The people were curious and lievable,” said Greenwood, of Team, 3/6, operations officer. With Cobra helicopters pro- Afghan residences, said supportive. We let them know the young Marines, most of “These people fought for viding covering fire, if needed, Greenwood. we weren’t there to abuse or whom are but 19 years old.

CHAPEL, From A-2 p.m. The Junior High Group is for grades 6 to 8 and also meets on Mondays from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Chaplains Rhodes, Harris and Walmsley will be conducting these ses- sions along with volun- teers. The focus of The Hallelujah Club will be Bible stories and crafts for the small children. The Junior High group will discuss issues relevant to them as pre-teens and teenagers.

The King’s Kids’ Club This new club is an af- ter-school program for children from ages 5-10 to study Bible stories, learn crafts, sign language and music, and have time for Christian fellowship. The study begins with the Hebrew Scriptures. Children will learn what Jesus learned when He went to His syna- gogue and games that He played. This group meets Wednesdays from 4 to 5:30 p.m., beginning on Wednesday.

Contact Contact is also an after- school program for mid- dle youth children, ages 11-14. This program uses Scripture hunts and refer- ence materials to delve in- to historical and archeo- logical events. The group meets on Thursdays, beginning Jan. 17, from 4 to 5:30 p.m.

Adult Programs Not only are we pro- viding programs for chil- dren but also there are Bible studies and adult study classes for different faith-groups all week. Enrich your spiritual life and that of your chil- dren. Check out the val- ues, principles and ideals we profess, which the world seems to have lost. Call the chapel at 257- 3552, for information on any of these programs, which meet at the Base Chapel, Bldg. 1090 — just beyond Dunkin’ Donuts. Hawaii MMARINEARINE IFESTYLES HawaiiLL Marine B Section IFESTYLESJanuary 11, 2002 2002 New looks coming for a new year Sgt. Alexis R. Mulero years ago. In the years around 2000 BC, the Babylonian around the world. People in Muslim societies, for ex- Combat Correspondent New Year began with the first New Moon (actually the ample, celebrate the New Year by wearing new clothes. first visible crescent) after the first day of spring. Jewish people consider the day holy, and hold a reli- The celebration of the New Year is the oldest of all The Romans also celebrated the New Year in spring gious ceremony at a meal with special foods. The holidays and has been welcomed on different dates until 46 BC when Julius Caesar established what has Japanese prepare rice cakes at a social event the week throughout history. come to be known as the Julian calendar. The Julian cal- before the New Year. It was first observed in ancient Babylon about 4,000 endar’s New Year is January 1st. Whatever the custom, most people feel the same sen- Great timent. With a new year, they can expect a new start. Britain and We wish each other good luck and promise ourselves its colonies in to do better in the coming year. America On Jan. 1 here at MCB Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, adopted the Marines, Sailors, Soldiers, Airmen, family members and Gregorian civilians visited friends, relatives and neighbors. calendar in Celebrations were held all over base. From the enlist- 1752, which ed, staff and officers clubs, to the many homes here, vis- is a modified itors were met with music and plenty to eat and drink version of the when dropping by to wish their loved ones and friends Julian calen- the best for the New Year. dar. In the year ahead, K-Bay will continue its modern- Ways of ization of the temporary lodging facility, bachelor en- celebrating listed quarters and housing on base. differ as well, In addition to the new housing and numerous other according to improvement projects, a new Iwo Jima memorial at the customs and front gate is scheduled to be completed and unveiled religions in March.

Sgt. Alexis R. Mulero Inside Master Sgt. Carmelo Guzman’s house was one of many New Year’s parties. One thing that stands out is the location. This house is one of the newest housing units available on base, but in 2002, just a few blocks away, another set of even newer houses will be completed.

Cpl. Roman Yurek The Temporary Lodging Facility is filled nearly all year round with fami- lies arriving and leaving the base. Still, some families have to live in an off-base hotel until they receive housing or fly out. Currently, the TLF fa- cility is having an additional 50 rooms built to help cut down on the num- ber of families that have to live in a hotel. B-2 • January 11, 2002 HAWAII MARINE MCCSMCCS M ARINE C ORPS C OMMUNITY S ERVICES www.mccshawaii.com POSSIBILITIES IN PARADISE By Debbie Baker, MCCS Public Relations JANUARY Youth Sports the Rage” Anger League’s/Kainalu Little PeeWee Splat Attack — Management 11 / Friday League Baseball. Have your tykes partici- Workshop in Bldg. The registration period pate in the Kids’ Paintball 216, Room 57, from 2 runs now through Jan. 18 to 4 p.m. Commander’s Cup Party at the MCB Hawaii at Youth Activities, Bldg. This is another Field Meet — The Paintball Field from 10 5082. freebie! Commander’s Cup Field a.m. 4 p.m. The Youth Baseball reg- For more, call 257- Meet gets underway at Cost is $10 for equip- istration fee is $30 for club 7780. Pop Warner Field from 7 ment, $6 for 200 rounds. members and $40 for non- a.m. till noon. Kids 10 to 15 years old members. 18 / Friday For more details, call may enter, only with a For additional grand 254-7590. signed parental/legal slammin’ baseball buzz, guardian waiver. More LINKS — contact Youth Sports An Evening Session Grand Slammin’ Good Call SM&SP Coordinator, Clark Abbey will be underway Jan. Time — Play ball! The Coordinator, Dawn at 254-7611. 18 through 21 from 8 Windward Federal Credit Williams, at 254-7593, for Wiki Market, Monday. Happy Days Snacks to 8:30 p.m. at the LINKS Union and Youth more details. Semper Fit Shorts — Patrons may redeem will also be available House, Bldg. 3074. Activities invite all MCB All female military per- coupons to receive twice through the bowling alley For more information, Hawaii youths (ages 5 to 14 / Monday sonnel interested in All- the savings. snack bar. call 257-2368. 12) to sign up for Hawaii Some restrictions may Call 254-7664. Marine Women’s Basket- Monday Night Rage apply. ball, Soccer, Softball and Striking News — Bowl Volunteerism — Pick Stop by or call the MCX Debt Free Workshop — Volleyball are encouraged every Monday night for up some ever handy Key Plantation Store at 254- Looking to get the finan- to contact MCCS Athletic only $1 per game at the K- Volunteer Refresher SM&SP 3890; call the Wiki Wiki cial monkey off your Coordinator Steve Bay Lanes from 4 to 10 Training from 9 a.m. to Market at 254-7587. back? Attend the Debt Kalnasy for resume guid- p.m. noon at the KV Center, Free Workshop in Bldg. ance. Double Coupon Day Bldg. 3022. TAP Seminar — The 216, Room 57, from 10:30 – All resumes must be — Smart shoppers can Get more information at next Transitional Assis- 11:30 a.m. It’s free! command authorized. catch the next Double 257-2410. tance Program Seminar Call 257-7783, for more Call 254-7590. Coupon Day at the Marine will run Monday through information Corps Exchange Planta- Teenagers — Attend Thursday at the Base 13 / Sunday tion Store and the Wiki the Manana Youth/Teen Theater from 8 a.m. to 4 Married Communi- Activities Open House. p.m. cation — A six-week Both parents and teens This seminar is required Couples Communication can get information at the for all military personnel Class will be held in Bldg. event. who are within six months 216, Room 57, from 2 to 4 For details, call 456- of separation. p.m. 1662. Spouses are invited and There’s no cost to at- (All events are encouraged to attend. tend! Ballroom Closure — open to single, active Call 257-7790, for more. Call 257-7780, for more. duty military.) The Fairways Ballroom will close until Feb. 1. 15 / Tuesday Marriage How To — A Mahalo Call 254-5592, for more Marriage Skills Workshop information. Mahalo Windward LINKS — A LINKS will run Wednesday and Community Federal Day Session will run Thursday in Bldg. 216, 29 / Tuesday Credit Union for Tuesday through Room 57, from 8 a.m. to 4 making SM&SP ac- Thursday from 9 a.m. to p.m. 2002 Hawaii Marine tivities and sporting 12:30 p.m. at the LINKS No need to worry about events possible. Intramural Scratch House, Bldg. 3074. any expenses, as this Bowling Tournament — Call 257-2368, for reser- workshop is free to cou- Catch this tournament Upcoming Events vations. ples just married or about Jan. 13: Enjoy Jan. 29 through 31 at the to be married. K-Bay Lanes, Bldg. 1666, Peewee Splat Attack , 16 / Wednesday For more, call 257-7780. a Kids’ Paintball Day, from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Cost is $30 per player. Happy Days Bowling 17 / Thursday Top bowlers will com- Kids ages 10 to 15 Special — Catch this spe- years are eligible Lance Cpl. Jason E. Miller pete against the Army, Air cial at the K-Bay Lanes, “Cage the Rage” — Force, Coast Guard and with a parental waiv- The K-Bay Lanes bowling alley, located in Bldg. 1666, is Bldg. 1666. Bowl three Help get your emotions er. Cost is $10 for hosting a Happy Days bowling special, beginning Navy in the Hawaii Wednesday. Patrons will be able to bowl three games for games for $3, from 3:30 to under control by attend- Military Tournament held equipment, $6 for $3, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. 5 p.m. ing the six-week “Cage 200 rounds. . this March. Feb. 2: Take the Ultra Zone and Waikiki Night trip in- to high-tech combat MCCS launches customer-focused campaign action from 4 p.m. – 2 a.m. Cost is $10 per Campaign encourages Course, and the list continues. person. Fee covers all patrons to speak With every dollar you spend unlimited Ultra Zone with MCCS, feel good knowing games and trans- up regarding their that ultimately you are investing portation. wants and needs in your family and in yourself. Feb. 9: Participate You can enhance the integrity in the Pro-Bowl Debbie Baker of the “From You For You” cam- Game & Tailgate MCCS Public Relations paign and tell us what you think. Party. Cost is $25 per How are our services? How is In an attempt to serve our mod- person. It’s open to our selection? Drop us a line ern, politically-correct, rank and all active duty single through our “Touch Base with file society, euphemisms run fer- or junior enlisted MCCS” comment card program. vently, but they can deafen and personnel. However, Touch Base cards are located dull the mind. participants must near the entrance of most MCCS Therefore, when Marine Corps make a volunteer facilities. Or, visit us online at Base Hawaii residents read mes- commitment to the [email protected] sages regarding the enhancement SM&SP. Your comment will be ad- of their “quality of life,” how can Tailgate includes — the MCCS Marketing quality of life for military person- dressed within five to seven they possibly know what that BBQ, hotdogs, ham- Department designed the cam- nel and their family members. working days. means? Quality of Life — what burgers, chips and paign: “From You For You.” In layman’s terms, the more MCCS values what you think. exactly does it mean? sodas. Volunteers are The “From You For You” cam- money generated into MCCS re- We know you have a choice when To better understand the myri- limited to four tick- paign portrays that whatever pa- sults in more lessons offered selecting merchandise and ser- ad ways in which Marine Corps ets. trons put into MCCS is what they through Youth Activities, new vices, and we thank you for al- Community Services contributes can expect to get from MCCS. A equipment at the Semper Fitness lowing us to continue to provide to each patron aboard MCB Feb. 16-18: Plan to portion of every dollar spent Center, lower costs at the Base the best possible services and fa- Hawaii — and yes, to even iden- escape with the within MCCS goes back to (oh, Theater, new golf paths at the cilities for our military communi- tify the infamous “quality of life” Kauai Getaway. Call here it comes again) enhance the Kaneohe Bay Klipper Golf ty. for times and dates. Seating is limited. Authorized guests are welcome. FREE SNEAK PREVIEW of MOVIE TIME Black Hawk Down (R) Today 7:15 p.m. SM&SP Benefits *FREE SNEAK PREVIEW of Black Hawk Down (R) *Today 10:30 p.m. You’ll enjoy a host Prices: Adults (12 and older) $3, Children (6 to 11) $1.50, Children (5 Shallow Hal (PG-13) Saturday 7:15 p.m. of benefits through and younger) free. Matinee prices are $2 for adults and $1 for children. Harry Potter (PG) Saturday 10 p.m. the SM&SP at loca- Parents must purchase tickets for “R” rated movies in person at the box Harry Potter (PG) Sunday 3:30 p.m. tions such as K-Bay office for children 16 years old and younger. Monsters Inc. (G) Sunday 7:15 p.m. Lanes and the Klip- For E-5 and below, admission is free to the second show on Friday and Spy Game (R) Wednesday 7:15 p.m. per Golf Course. Call Saturday evenings only. Sunday evenings, the price is $1 for all patrons. 254-7593 for details. Please show your ID at the box office. Phone 254-7642 for recorded info. *Get and present the special entry ticket available from your command. Hawaii MMARINEARINE SSPORTSPORTS B-3, Hawaii Marine Sports Page January 11, 2002

The equipment in the weight room at the Semper Fit Center was briefly moved to building 1583 so the floor could be resurfaced in the gym. Upon reopening the weight room patrons were treated to a larger selection of cardio vascular equipment. Semper Fit Gym starts year with fresh look Story and Photos by One the more notable projects made to ther as the gym shut down and relocat- the-art treadmills, cross-trainers, step- Sgt. Richard W. Holtgraver Jr. improve the center was a complete resur- ed to building 1583 for almost a month mills and recumbent bikes were bought Combat Correspondent facing and repainting of the hardwood in order to resurface the weight room for the gym. floors of the basketball and volleyball floor. Patrons of the fitness center will see The Semper Fit Center aboard Marine courts, racquetball courts and aerobic A need for more cardiovascular exer- more changes in 2002. Corps Base Hawaii went though several room. cise machines at the Semper Fitness Just one of the new programs coming renovations during 2001. The weight room wasn’t forgotten ei- Center was fulfilled when more state-of- to the center in 2002 will be 10-minute chair massages in the front lobby every Monday. Also, the hours of operation are going change, with earlier opening times and closing times.

New state-of-the-art stepmills were brought into the Semper Fit Center to meet the increased demands for more car- The basketball and volleyball courts and the Semper Fit Center were resurfaced and painted during 2001. dio machines. K-Bay Youth Sports tips off another basketball season Sgt. Richard W. Holtgraver Jr. ous locations, to include MCB Hawaii K-Bay, Hickam home games at K-Bay, the community can impact our Combat Correspondent Air Force Base, Schofield Barracks, Fort Shafter, youth with positive re-enforcement, building morale Wheeler Army Air Field, Pearl Harbor and Aliamanu and self-esteem. SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii-The MCB Military Reservation. “Community attendance can also be a positive influ- Hawaii youth basketball program began its eight-week One of the goals the K-Bay teams will try to accom- ence on our youth athletes that can lead to a healthy season on Saturday, at the Conroy Bowl here. plish this year is to instill confidence into the children lifestyle in their future. Who knows one of these kids The basketball program contains six age divisions through organized sports, according to Clark Abbey, might be the next Joel Lono,” Abbey added. with children ranging in age from five to 15-years-old. sports specialist with Personal Services. With the season just underway no one knows how Kaneohe Bay posted 15 teams this year, including a To accomplish this, Abbey encourages everyone from the K-Bay basketball teams will do. team from Manana Housing and one team from MCB Hawaii to come out and cheer on the children dur- But that’s part of the fun, not only for the young par- Kahuku High School, into the Hawaii Youth Sports ing their home games. ticipants on the court, but also for the fans cheering in League, which is hosted by the Army. “Support for our youth comes from all directions. It the stands. For the next two months the teams will put forth their comes from parent support, volunteer coaches and al- To find out more information on game times and lo- best efforts playing their games on Saturdays at vari- so our community,” said Abbey. “By attending our cations contact Abbey at 254-7610. B-4 • January 11, 2002 HAWAII MARINE ‘Iwo’ base prepared Toastmasters speak no fear Cpl. Jacques-René Hébert does that through public conduct a meeting by MarForPac Public Affairs speaking.” themselves. Toastmasters “It’s imperative that each CAMP H.M. SMITH, International is a non-prof- ‘toastmaster’ know how to Hawaii – For some people, it organization governed conduct meetings with con- getting in front of a group by a Board of Directors fidence,” stated Sands. and speaking comes easily elected by the membership. “Each time one of the mem- and naturally. However, for Ralph C. Smedley estab- bers guides a meeting, it most of us, the experience lished the first helps build that confidence is often traumatic. Toastmasters group on Oct. in speaking in front of oth- As you begin, your 22, 1924, in Santa Ana, ers.” breathing speeds up and Calif. Smedley conceived During the meeting, the your heart rate increases. A and developed the idea of group concentrates on sheen of sweat materializes helping others to speak three different areas they on your forehead and your more effectively. The idea feel are important: im- eyes shift toward the door. caught on, and more clubs promptu speaking, pre- “Help!” a voice in your were formed. pared speeches, and evalu- mind calls to the heavens. The group prides itself ations. Meanwhile, the eyes of on turning out confident “Evaluation is key,” ex- your audience are boring orators who easily commu- plained Sands. “That’s into your soul, analyzing nicate ideas in a concise yet where speakers get feed- every sentence, every humorous manner, accord- back from the other ‘toast- word, every movement ing to group member, or masters’ on every facet of you make. “toastmaster” Marine Maj. their speeches.” Sound familiar? Franklin McLain, ordi- The majority of the Toastmasters nance and equipment Camp Smith chapter is per- International, however, is a readiness officer, Marine sonnel from PACOM and group dedicated to helping Forces Pacific. MarForPac. people who normally “This group is ideal for “The benefit to com- shudder and quake at the young servicemembers mands is tremendous, since thought of speaking pub- who are trying to get a leg it makes each member able licly. up on promotion competi- to brief generals better, or “ Toastmasters tion,” expounded McLain. simply relay word to their (International) is for any- “Communication is very staff,” said McLain. one who is sincerely inter- important at the lower lev- For more information, ested in improving their el, when you’re trying to contact Michael Sands at communication and leader- get ahead.” 477-7546, Franklin McLain

Sgt. Robert A. Carlson ship skills,” Toastmasters’ Organization members at 477-8585, or visit the Camp H.M. Smith-chapter hone their rhetorical skills Toastmaster International A crew from Dick Pacific Construction pours concrete to form the base of the Iwo Jima Memorial monument near the front gate of MCB Hawaii, president Army Lt. Col. the first and third Tuesdays website at www.toastmas- Kaneohe Bay. The Pacific War Memorial Association and MCB Hawaii plan Michael Sands, assistant of each month, as they each ters.org. to unveil the statue cast from the original mold used for the Iwo Jima foreign disclosure officer, Memorial in Newington, Conn., in mid-March. U.S. Pacific Command, ex- plained. “Our organization B-6 • January 11, 2002 HAWAII MARINE Medical updates for K-Bay Branch Medical Press Release medications. For a nomi- tion, childcare and no- time. During these hours, Branch Medical Clinic nal co-pay, patients can show policies. the Acute Care Clinic will have a three-month sup- Tobacco Cessation Class remain open for emergent Pharmacy Services ply of medication sent di- can help you quit smok- care. Beneficiaries must Prescriptions and refills rectly to their home. For ing. The course is once a plan accordingly. can be filled and picked more details, call 1-(800)- week for four weeks. Ambulance service is up at Tripler Pharmacy if 903-4680 or (614) 421-8211. Nicotine replacement available 24 hours a day, 7 they stock the medication. therapy (“the patch”) and days a week, by calling If the patient is unable to Classes Available oral medication are of- 257-9111. personally pick up the Register for anyone of fered as optional adjuncts Clinic will see acute pa- prescription, he/she may the variety of health class- to this educational class tients on weekends on elect to send a representa- es offered through K- on behavior and attitude same-day appointments tive to pick it up using the Bay’s Branch Medical modification. only. patient’s I.D. card. Clinic by calling Central Healthy Heart Class can Patients may elect to Appointments, at 257- teach you how to improve Important Medical have the prescription 2131, ext. 115 or 116: your lifestyle and de- Phone Numbers filled at the local TRI- Self Care Class offers free crease your risk of heart CARE contract pharmacy Over-the-Counter disease. • Central Appointments (e.g., Long’s Drug), where Medication Sticker that Asthma Class can help 257-2131, ext. 115/116 the patient will pay nomi- enables you to obtain cer- get your asthma under • Appt. Cancellations nal co-pay; the pharmacy tain medications from the control. Classes are held 257-2131, ext. 119 will bill TRICARE for the pharmacy without a doc- monthly. • Medical Records remaining cost. This op- tor’s appointment; a free 257-5041, ext. 117 tion is available to all pa- Health Wise Handbook, a Hours of Operation • Aviation & Active tients with a valid military free Health Care for Appointments, Duty Physicals 257- I.D. card, including re- Information Line resource Medical Record Checks 5041, ext. 530 or 531 tirees and Medicare eligi- directory, and information Mon., Tues., Wed., and • Acute Care Clinic 257- ble patients. on how to access this 24- Fri. 7:15 a.m. to 4 p.m.. 5041, ext. 103 or 118 Sgt. Alexis R. Mulero Also available to these hour RN-manned tele- Thurs 7:15 a.m. to noon. • Ambulance/Emergen- Petty Officer 2nd Class Sharon Bell, a supply pharmacy cies 257-9111 technician, and Petty Officer 3rd Class Scott Luciano, an patients is the National phone support service; *Thursday after noon, assistant pharmacy technician, prepare prescriptions Mail Order Pharmacy ser- and information about the section will be closed • TRICARE and refills at MCB Hawaii Branch Medical Clinic’s vice. This is especially Primary Care Manager, for training and admin 1-800-242-6788 Pharmacy. useful for patients on the clinic and its telephone long-term maintenance numbers, hours of opera- B-8 • January 11, 2002 Hawaii Marine

WORD TO PASS ASYMCA Swap Meet & be considered late entries Visit the website at at an accredited vocation- may qualify for $1,500 there’s small charge for in- Craft Fair at $27. www.GreatAlohaRun.- al or technical school. scholarships. Eligibility structional materials. Attend this event, to- Mail all applications to com for other details. (3) Your 2001 family in- will be verified in DEERS. You don’t have to own morrow, Jan. 12, from 8 Great Aloha Run, P.O. Box All proceeds will bene- come must be $49,000 or Application deadline is a boat to attend. Lectures a.m. to 12 p.m. For more 29750, Honolulu, HI, fit the Carole Kai less. Feb. 5, 2002. will cover safe handling of information, call 254-4719. 96820-20150. Donations Charities. Qualifying students sail and power craft, an- are non-refundable. may obtain an application Reenlistments at the choring, tying basic knots, Great Aloha Run Only finishers will re- Marine Corps packet by emailing Hawaii Maritime Center chart reading, Mariners’ 2002’s 18th Annual ceive a Finishers’ T-Shirt, Scholarships Available [email protected] or by visit- Will you be reenlisting compass, radiotelephone Great Aloha Run will be a race day. Call 528-7388 for The Marine Corps ing website www.marine- soon? Are you looking for procedures and more. relatively flat, 8.15 mile more information. Scholarship Foundation is scholars.org. a special place to hold the Call 846-9000 for more course, which will start at Other Great Aloha Run looking for students who You may also write to ceremony? Consider the details or to register. the Aloha Tower, in down- events include the Great qualify for Academic Year Marine Corps Scholarship historic “Falls of Clyde” town Honolulu, wind its Aloha Run Health & 2002-2003 scholarships. Foundation; P.O. Box ship, the first, four-masted Hunter Education way along the historic Fitness Expo at the Neal You may be eligible, if you 3008; Princeton, NJ 08543- ship ever to fly the If you like hiking, harbor, go down Nimitz Blaisdell Center: Feb. 15 meet three parameters. 3008. Application dead- Hawaiian flag., now camping or hunting, the Highway, then Kameha- from 4-10 p.m., Feb. 16 (1) You can qualify if you line is April 1, 2002. docked at Pier 7, next to next session of Hunter meha Highway, and on to from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and are: the Aloha Tower Market Education Classes will be Aloha Stadium on Feb 17 from 10 a.m. to 5 • the son or daughter of Defense Commissary Place. held Jan. 18 from 5:45-9:30 President’s Day, Monday, p.m. Preregistered en- a Marine on active duty or Agency’s 2002 The $50 fee includes 10 p.m. and Jan. 19 from 7:45 Feb. 18 at 7 a.m. trants will receive a post- in the Reserves; Scholarships free, same day-admissions a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at 1130 Active duty, family card for free admittance to • the son or daughter of Military families with (a $60-$75 value). Fees are N. Nimitz Highway, Suite members and civil service this event, which is also a former Marine or high school seniors and used to help promote A-151, by the Hawaii employees must complete the location to pick up Reservist who received an college students can shop Hawaii’s rich ocean her- Dept. of Land & Natural an official entry form to running numbers and in- honorable or medical dis- at the Commissary for itage. Resources. register for the run at the struction packets for the charge, or who was killed funds to help pay for the For more details, call Classes are open to any- military rate. Great Aloha Run. while on duty; cost of higher education. 523-6151. one over 10, and subjects Runners under 18 years Children 12 and under •or, the son or daughter The Defense Commis- include firearms and old must be registered may participate in the of an active duty, Reserve, sary Agency is now re- Boating Classes archery safety, survival with a release statement Keiki Great Aloha Fun or former corpsman who ceiving applications for its The Honolulu Power and first-aid, wildlife signed by their parents or Run & Circus Party — the is or has served with second annual Defense Squadron welcomes skip- identification and more. guardians. Children un- course just under two Marines. Commissary Agency/- pers and would-be skip- Attendance both days is der seven must be carried, miles on Feb. 16 at 8:30 (2) To qualify, you must Fisher House Foundation pers — adults and required for certification. pushed or pulled in a a.m. Entry donation is $12 also be either: Scholarships for Military teenagers — to register for Call 587-0200 to preregis- stroller. for the first child, $10 each • a high school senior, Children Program. Forms its seven-session evening ter. Regular entry applica- additional child and $5 for • a high school gradu- are available at any com- course in safe boating, tions must be postmarked accompanying adults. ate, missary or can be accessed which will begin Monday. Federal Employment by Jan. 18 and be accom- Register by Jan. 18. at • currently enrolled as via www.commis- The free classes will be Attend this workshop panied by the $19 entry Keiki Great Aloha run, 418 an undergraduate at an saries.com. held at the Waikiki Yacht and gain valuable job donation. Kuwili St., Suite 102, accredited college or uni- Students of active duty, Club on Mondays at 7 search info, Jan. 23 from 9- Applications received Honolulu 96817. For versity, retired, Guard, and p.m.; however, seating is 11 a.m. at Bldg. 3096, from Jan. 29 to Feb. 1 will more, call 528-7388. • or currently enrolled Reserve servicemembers limited to 20 people and Room 1. Call 257-7790.