VOL. 37 NO. 34 | AUGUST 22, 2008

INSIDE Combat medicine has doubled war survial

ELIZABETH M. LORGE Army News Service WASHINGTON — Recent ad- vances in combat medicine are sav- ing service members’ lives at un- precedented rates, the assistant sec- Getting it there retary of defense for health affairs told a group of government and 100th Battalion validates medical officials at a “Government Executive” event, Aug. 13. its convoy escort skills Dr. S. Ward Casscells said new A-5 medicines, equipment, protective gear and better facilities have de- creased the military’s died-of- wounds rate from 23.9 percent in Vietnam to 10.1 and 12 percent in Back to school Iraq and Afghanistan, respectively. “Overall, the battlefield care is much better than even in Desert barbecue Storm one. It’s really not what the doctors are doing. It’s Soldiers tak- The Aloha Chapter ing care of themselves; Soldiers Warrant Officer Sgt. Matthew C. Moeller | 8th Theater Sustainment Command Public Affairs taking care of each other. The best- Association will host a Jacquelyn Farmer is reunited with her father, Sgt. 1st Class Robert Farmer, 25th Transportation Company, following his unit’s welcome home trained medics we’ve ever had. The ceremony at Wheeler Army Airfield, Aug. 14. most courageous medics we’ve ever back to school barbecue had,” Casscells said, noting that at Schofield’s Stoneman 170 medics have given their lives in Field, Saturday, Iraq and many more have been from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., wounded. “We train … them to do very Warrant officers and 25th Trans. Co. comes home quickly what EMTs and even para- family members are medics do in the civilian sector. welcome. Call 366-7458. SGT. JENNIFER PREMER during their 15 month deployment. Zandra Kaaihue, wife of Staff Sgt. Dia- They learn fast. They’re 18-year-old 45th Sustainment Brigade Public Affairs Based at Al Asad in the Al Anbar Province mond Kaaihue, a motor transportation oper- kids and they know they’re going ator with the company, said the deployment See News Briefs, A-7 WHEELER ARMY AIRFIELD — Shouts of of Iraq, the troops fulfilled their mission by to be using those skills, and they’re was tough on her children, but they created excitement, cries of joy, and thunderous ap- driving 750,000 miles in more than 250 mis- paying attention because they ways to deal with it. “I told my children that plause filled the air as friends and family sions and transporting 50,000 tons of equip- know that they themselves could be daddy’s doing his job and will be home soon; welcomed home the more than 150 members ment and supplies, including fresh water and one of the patients. Don’t we just have to pray,” she said. of the 25th Transportation Company (TC), food, to troops stationed at outposts through- Her 5-year-old daughter even created her SEE SURVIVAL, A-7 National Aug. 14. out the western region. own prayer to bring her “daddy” home safely. Col. Clay Hatcher, commander of the 45th “The numbers are astonishing, and I would Sustainment Brigade, thanked Soldiers and like to personally thank each and every one Night Out their families for the hardship they endured of you for a job well done,” said Hatcher. SEE WELCOME, A-7 Army Hawaii Family Gym updates Housing will host the National Night Out, its hours Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon, Sen. Inouye receives Medal of Honor flag U.S. ARMY GARRISON-HAWAII at Schofield’s Story and Photo by Porter Community. PUBLIC AFFAIRS PVT.2 JESUS J. ARANDA News Release For more information, 25th Infantry Division Public Affairs FORT SHAFTER — In response visit www.armyhawaii SCHOFIELD BARRACKS — A rainy morn- to community feedback, the Fort familyhousing.com. ing was quickly ushered out by a welcoming Shafter Physical Fitness Center rainbow as Soldiers, guests, and family mem- hours will change beginning Sept. See Community bers of the Tropic Lighting community gath- 1. Briefs, B-2 ered to recognize the achievements of a Hawai- The center will be open for ian hero and political icon. women only, from 9–10:30 a.m., The 25th Infantry Division honored Medal of for a 90-day trial period. The re- Honor recipient and Hawaii Senator Daniel vised hours will allow women of Inouye during a Medal of Honor flag presen- the Fort Shafter community to tation ceremony on Sills Field, Wednesday. have commensurate programs to Inouye was presented a congressionally ap- those existing at Schofield Bar- proved Medal of Honor flag by Capt. Terry racks. Zoch, commander, Echo Company, 2nd In addition, the center’s hours Squadron, 6th Cavalry Regiment. Zoch and Hawaii Senator Daniel Inouye, center, recieves a Medal of Honor flag from Capt. Terry Zoch, will change to Monday-Friday, 5 her Soldiers represented men from Inouye’s a.m-9 p.m.; Saturday, 7 a.m.-5 “Go For Broke” 442nd Regimental Combat commander, E Co., 2nd Squadron, 6th Cavalry Regiment, during a ceremony on Sills Field, Wednesday. Inouye is accompanied by Maj. Gen. Robert Caslen Jr., commander, 25th ID (left), p.m.; and Sunday and holidays, 8 and 25th ID Command Sgt. Maj. Frank Leota. a.m.-4 p.m. Call 438-1152 for SEE INOUYE, A-7 more information. 9th Mission Support Command dedicates pavilion to fallen hero A night at the PFC. PHIL REGINA “Parker’s mission involved re- and I hope today that this me- 305th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment ducing the amount of IEDs that morial dedication is a milestone FORT SHAFTER FLATS — The threatened the lives of our for many of you.” aquarium 9th Mission Support Command Soldiers,” added Low. “Thanks to Anita Foster-Dixon, Parker’s (MSC) dedicated a pavilion here, Parker and Soldiers like him, mother, and Caleb Foster, Parker’s Children and parents Monday, in honor of a Soldier by the end of our tour we reduced brother, attended the ceremony the amount of IEDs from 21 to to take part in commemorating sleepover with sharks at who was killed in support of Op- eration Iraqi Freedom (OIF) while three, a success by anyone’s stan- Parker’s sacrifice. the Waikiki Aquarium deployed to Iraq in 2005. dard.” Dixon explained her fallen son’s Col. Patrick Slowey, 9th MSC convictions. B-1 The newly dedicated pavilion at the 9th MSC Headquarters was deputy commander of readiness, “Everything and anything he named “Parker Pavilion” in honor explained how, though losing a did, he did with some effort, so of Sgt. Evan Parker. friend may be difficult, the dedi- much willpower, and so much Parker was killed while con- cation serves as a means of facil- love. He believed in everything ducting a counter-improvised itating the healing process. he did and he never backed down This issue “There are a rollercoaster of from anything,” Foster-Dixon explosive device (IED) operation. (From left to right) Maj. Gen. Vern Miyagi, mobilization assistant to the emotions we go through when we said. Footsteps in Faith A-2 At the time, he was attached to commander, U.S. Pacific Command, Caleb Foster, brother, and Anita the 100th Battalion, 442nd In- Foster-Dixon, mother, unveil a plaque for the late Sgt. Evan Parker, dur- lose someone close to us,” said She continued by describing Deployed Forces A-3 fantry. ing a pavilion dedication ceremony, Monday. Parker was an Army Slowey. “The ups and downs can the humble nature of her son. “What we’re doing here today is Reserve Soldier with the 9th MSC who was killed while supporting Oper- go on for quite sometime and the “If Evan was here now, he News Briefs A-7 honoring the life and sacrifice of ation Iraqi Freedom in 2005. healing process is difficult. We all would be wondering what all the an outstanding Soldier,” said Col. grieve differently and have dif- fuss was about. Why he was re- MWR B-2 Colbert Low, the regional emer- of the 100th Battalion, 442nd In- of Parker’s mission and how his ferent journeys to healing. ceiving such special treatment Sports & Fitness B-4 gency preparedness officer for the fantry. sacrifice saved the lives of count- Oftentimes there are milestones when so many other Soldiers did 9th MSC and former commander Low described the importance less others. and steps in the healing process, just what he did,” she said. A-2 | AUGUST 22, 2008 HAWAII ARMY WEEKLY NEWS & COMMENTARY We want to hear from you... Residents can help protect personal property The Hawaii Army Weekly wel- comes articles from Army organi- LT. COL. THOMAS DENZLER again here. We all remember how quickly fire if it were to occur,” said Directorate of have been wrongfully removed from Army zations, announcements from the Director, Directorate of Emergency Services and large last year’s Waialua fire spread, Emergency Services Fire Chief Scotty Free- Hawaii Family Housing residences. Two- general public about community and conditions this year do not seem to be events of interest to the military com- Currently, two major safety issues face man. “It is much too late and dangerous to thirds of these thefts occurred during the day, any more favorable. munity, and letters and commen- Army Hawaii residents: one is the threat of safeguard your home when the flames are and in manner that would have likely drawn It is up to all of us to taries. wildland fires, and the other deals with be- approaching. I strongly encourage every- concern. make sure we reduce If you have newsworthy ideas or ing a good neighbor. 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Stephanie Rush 516th Signal Brigade Such a being cannot but bring [email protected] glory to you, O Lord.” When God had nearly finished Layout Though God listened to Truth with the act of creation, he Leah Mayo New gate procedures ensure safety and Peace, announced that the only thing left Staff Writer before the fi- was to create a creature capable of Molly Hayden DIRECTORATE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES nal act of cre- Access information of note understanding and marveling in Advertising: 525-7439 News Release ation, it was •Planning is ongoing to open an Access Control Of- the greatness of God. This being, Classifieds: 521-9111 As of Aug. 1, all drivers who do not possess a De- because of fice at Fort Shafter Flats. 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This measure is designed to expedite instal- for guests staying less than 30 days. from the Latin call into existence a creature who Web site: lation access and enhance force protection. “caritas,” which comes from the Types of USAG-HI access picture IDs is capable of lying and causing www.garrison.hawaii.army.mil/haw.asp Upon issuance of the 24-hour pass, individuals Greek word “agape.” It means one who access installations on a regular basis will be di- •Gold: Issued to housing guests, family care plan the world to be filled with decep- thing: the unselfish love we are providers, caregivers, school (students/parents) and Nondelivery or distribution rected to apply for and obtain an USAG-HI access tion and fraud. to have for God and one another. problems in Army Hawaii agent cardholders. picture ID from the Installation Access Control Of- And then Peace came forward Examples can range from a Sol- Family Housing areas? 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Number represents fatal ac- rary passes will still be available at the VCCs for oc- Tripler Gate VCCs, or electronically by calling the “Dear God, I know that any be- The idea of “ohana” is expand- cidents as defined by Army casional visitors. numbers below. ing created in your likeness will ed exponentially in the kingdom of Regulation 385-10, which is in- Those who regularly enter an installation or hous- The Directorate of Emergency Services thanks have the capacity to perform great God and his creatures. So, in this clusive of all active component ing area (one time per week or more), are required to you in advance for your cooperation and support. For and courageous deeds. Filled with fellowship, we will be known by U.S. Army units and person- get an access picture ID. Despite any inconvenience more information, contact Fred Makinney at 656- your spirit, these human beings our actions made out of love for nel. 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SGT. WHITNEY HOUSTON loved ones. 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team Public Affairs “This oath will show the media BAGHDAD — Sheiks, local gov- savvy al-Qaeda operatives a crys- ernment officials and Iraqi securi- tal clear picture that there is no ty forces from the Tarmiyah area terrorist sanctuary in Tarmiyah, recently banded together to pub- and the people will not bend to licly reaffirm their stance against terrorists any longer,” said Boccar- al-Qaeda in Iraq (AQI) at the di. Bukhari Hall in Tarmiyah, Aug. 14. “The significance of this event The reaffirmation was a reac- was the reaffirmation of the locals tion to an attack by AQI forces in to stand up against terrorism,” he the area that killed five people, to continued. “Senior leaders of tribes, include women, children and a local governments and Iraqi Secu- Multinational Division–Baghdad rity Forces all stood up and said: Soldier. ‘We will not fear, and we’ll stand up “Al Qaeda has tried to terrorize against al-Qaeda.’” the population and make them A recent AQI attack against cower with these attacks invoking coalition forces was so significant their grip of fear on them,” said in unifying local nationals with Lt. Col. Thomas Boccardi, com- coalition forces, said Boccardi, that mander, 1st Battalion, 14th Infantry those killed were honored as mar- Regiment “Golden Dragons,” 2nd tyrs in “the good fight.” Among Soldiers from 2nd Squadron, 14th Calvary Regiment “Strykehorse,” 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, pose with a flag and a firehouse guidon Stryker Brigade Combat Team. those so honored for their sacrifices that was sent to the unit as a gift from Engine 34 and Ladder 21 firefighters in Hell’s Kitchen, New York City. The firefighters sent the flags to “Tragedy results in two types of was the Golden Dragons’ Sgt. Ken- show the troops their support and appreciation. responses: it either galvanizes peo- neth Gibson. ple, or it makes them cower. This The local populace’s desire to attack had a galvanizing effect.” stand against AQI didn’t just occur The terrorists’ goal apparently over night. Initially, Tarmiyah res- was to enact the cowering effect. idents were extremely reluctant to NYC firefighters send Strykehorse accept the coalition forces’ pres- However, the attack failed to invoke fear as hoped and instead created a ence in the area. They viewed the very strong resentment against the MND-B Soldiers as an “occupying terrorists, and furthered the deter- force” with intent to “westernize” Soldiers token of appreciation mination of the local residents to their country. As a result, they were rid Tarmiyah of these elements. more apt to support the insurgency Story and Photos by Spc. Calvin Schreck (facing), fire support spe- “The people of Tarmiyah, after and terrorists. PFC. LYNDSEY DRANSFIELD cialist, and Spc. Joshua Cote, operations spe- four years of torture, kidnappings “It took some time to remove cialist, both with Headquarters and Headquar- 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team Public Affairs and public slaughters, just really the stigma of our presence,” said ters Troop, 2nd Squadron, 14th Calvary Regi- Boccardi, CAMP TAJI, Iraq — September 11, 2001 ment “Strykehorse,” 2nd Stryker Brigade Com- want to live out their lives in will be remembered throughout history. It’s a bat Team, fold a flag that was sent to the unit peace,” said Otu, an Arabic inter- “We had to (win) the hearts and day of remorse, a day of tragedy, and a day as a gift from Engine 34 and Ladder 21 fire- preter serving with the Golden minds of the people and help them the people of the United States remember fighters in Hell’s Kitchen, New York City. Dragons. “They can’t tolerate ter- understand that their “muqawa- the heroes who risked their lives to protect our rorist activity any more and face ma” (the good fight, or resistance) country. case as part of its heraldic items, but is send- the risk of publicly condemning was fighting against terrorism, as New York City firefighters from Engine 34, ing the flag back to the firehouse. al-Qaeda.” opposed to fighting coalition Ladder 21, were among the first responders to However, the flag won’t be going back Those attending said the public forces.” the World Trade Center that morning, and unacknowledged. denunciation of the cowardly ter- The Tarmiyah leaders’ message is while they attempted rescue and fire sup- “We are going to respect this flag the same rorist attacks would send a clear a lasting one because it was broad- pression efforts, just minutes away a U.S. way we would if it was our own piece of message that Tarmiyah and other cast nationwide so their fellow flag was flying proudly above their firehouse history,” said Capt. Drew Webb, phy- regions throughout the nation are country men could bear witness to in Hells Kitchen, New York City. sician assistant, 2-14th Cav. Regt. “Each pla- fed up with the killing of their their stand against terrorist forces. That flag hung in the firehouse for six toon (from the unit) will take the flag on a years. mission with them, and when the mission is Recently though, the firefighters from the complete, we’ll have the Soldiers unfold the Hell’s Kitchen station mailed the flag to Sol- flag and together, hold it up while a photo is diers from 2nd Squadron, 14th Calvary Reg- taken.” iment “Strykehorse,” 2nd Stryker Brigade The goal is to have the hand of every Sol- Combat Team, here. The package also in- dier from the unit here in Iraq touch the flag cluded a letter of appreciation, a firehouse before it’s returned, he said. patch and the station’s guidon. “They sent us this flag because they haven’t “This flag is a strong and powerful piece of forgotten why we are here,” said Cook. “We’re heritage,” Command Sgt. Maj. Charles Cook, cant, makes me feel very honored.” sending it back because we want them to senior enlisted advisor for 2-14th Cav. Regt. The unit plans to display the guidon in know we haven’t forgotten what they did “For them to send us something so signifi- the 2-14th Cav. Regt. headquarters’ trophy for us.” A-4 | AUGUST 22, 2008 HAWAII ARMY WEEKLY DEPLOYED FORCES Youth program ‘Sgt. Smoke’ inspires Soldiers Artillery chief dedicated and everything makes positive I’ve become to the to his Soldiers’ growth, Army. It has provided for exemplifies NCO Creed me and my family and given us impact in Iraq everything we need,” he said. “I’ve met Story and Photo by so many people from all walks of life SGT. WHITNEY HOUSTON PFC. LYNDSEY R. DRANSFIELD that are pursuing the same dreams as 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team Public Affairs 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team Public Affairs me. I’ve had the opportunity to learn from them, as well as about life itself.” CAMP TAJI, Iraq — Youth from Taji teamed CAMP TAJI, Iraq — Wearing the rank Dedication is only on part of the val- up as part of a summer youth hire program to of a noncommissioned officer gives a ues Lowers displays. His Soldiers have clean up the Taji Market, northwest of Bagh- Soldier a title as well as the power to ac- developed great admiration for his abil- dad, Aug. 11. complish certain tasks and objectives; ity to react under pressure and to always The embedded Provincial Reconstruction however the rank alone doesn’t always take care of their needs. Team (ePRT), 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat make the leader. Spc. Justin Ren, cannon crew member Team (SBCT), kicked off the youth program to Leadership differs in that those who with Headquarters Platoon, A Battery , encourage adolescents to appreciate their com- follow are inspired and want to achieve 2-11th FA, broke his leg in April munity and engage them in a good cause higher goals; something emphasized while at rather than leave them to outside influences. throughout the Noncommissioned Offi- the fire base. The summer youth program began Aug. 1 cer’s Creed, but which takes years of “Sergeant Smoke didn’t hesitate. He and employs male youth for two months dur- experience, unfailing dedication and immediately got the first aid kit, splint- ing their summer holiday from school, said wisdom to apply. ed my leg, and made sure I stayed calm Capt. Timothy Cho, a member of the 2nd SBCT According to the Soldiers from 1st and collected,” Ren said. “He got me to ePRT. Platoon, A Battery, 2nd Battalion, 11th the hospital and stayed with me for In the recent months, reports indicated al- Field Artillery Regiment, 2nd Stryker moral support while they performed X- Qaeda in Iraq has been trying to recruit chil- Brigade Combat Team, Sgt. 1st Class rays. He always seems to know what to dren. By giving them a meaningful endeavor, Robert Lowers, platoon chief and a do and when to do it. If it’s for the Sol- adolescents are taught the importance of neigh- member of the Sgt. Audie Murphy Club, diers’ needs, he never hesitates.” borhood cleanliness and, at the same time, is a true leader. Spc. Timothy Blair, an assistant gun- are kept safe from negative influence, Cho The Soldiers call him “Sergeant ner with 1st Platoon, A Battery, 2-11th said. Smoke,” a title commonly given to ar- FA, agreed. “This program was implemented as a means tillery chiefs. He currently supervises “He shows us the right way to handle to keep these kids busy and out of trouble, as the fire base at Camp Taji, where he is re- any situation and always comes out on well as give them a sense of citizenship and sponsible for all artillery fires. top,” said Blair. teach them about the importance of why they “There is nothing more exciting than Blair has been in the Army for two need to keep their environment clean,” he said. putting a 100-pound projectile years is currently awaiting promotion to The children work from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. downrange knowing that you’ve done become a sergeant. Recently, he was sweeping roads, gathering garbage, partici- everything you can to make sure it hits nominated for Soldier of the Month. pating in team-building workshops, tree plant- its target,” Lowers said. “I think the bat- “He has developed me in everything I ing, painting and other renovation projects. talion commander says it best, ‘It’s not have done. He is one of the main reasons They are paid $300 monthly, which helps a sexy job,’ however we are in a support why I am where I am in my career,” families in need. role and it’s good to know that we do Blair said. “He puts the opportunity up- “The kids normally wouldn’t do anything our part to support the infantry Sol- front and allows us to take initiative to over the summer,” said Rudy Lirato, who serves diers with their mission. I’d like to think achieve it.” as a cultural advisor with the 2nd SBCT ePRT. our part is as important as the next Lowers said he feels it is his respon- “This program keeps them busy and makes guys.” sibility to be the best leader possible. them some money.” Lowers came to the U.S. from Jamaica “This is my job,” Lowers said. “Once I Parents also seemed excited for their chil- when he was 19 years old and enlisted pinned on the sergeant stripes, it be- dren to be involved in these community- in the Army five months later. came my responsibility to teach, mentor oriented tasks, which help children work to- “I wanted to go to college but my and develop my Soldiers,” he said. gether and leave differences behind, making the parents didn’t have the funds to support “I have Soldiers that come to me program an instant success. me and I knew that the Army had a lot straight out of basic training and are not Cho also explained that the program is not of opportunities,” he said. sure what the Army’s about,” he con- exclusive to Taji, but also extends to Tarmiyah, After serving four years as a finance Sgt. 1st Class Robert Lowers, platoon chief, 1st Platoon, A Battery, 2nd Battalion, tinued. “My job is to instill that knowl- northwest of Baghdad, and Abu Ghuraib, west specialist, he said he wanted to pursue a 11th Field Artillery Regiment, inspects a projectile round for the M777 Howitzer at edge in them and break it down to a lev- of Baghdad. The program targets youth rang- long-term career in the Army, so he Camp Taji, recently. el they can understand. I’ve seen Soldiers ing from ages 14-19. spoke with his leaders about a job transition from a private all the way to “I would like to see this as a success story switch. citing. Going from finance to artillery is Army, he is a Soldier who fully believes sergeant first class. Watching Soldiers go and implemented throughout Iraq in future “I enjoyed finance, but I was young like night and day,” he said. in the Army. through that transition is my inspira- years to come,” Cho said. and wanted to do something more ex- Lowers is not just a Soldier in the “I can attribute everything I have tion.” SOLDIERS HAWAII ARMY WEEKLY AUGUST 22, 2008 | A-5 ‘Go For Broke’ 100th Batallion tunes up convoy skills Story and Photo by daily “battle rhythm” for his Soldiers be- said Sgt. Ray Yumul, a gunner with Ea- STAFF SGT. DAVE CONKLIN gins with a 5 a.m. wake-up, followed by gle Company. 9th Mission Support Command Public Affairs breakfast, a full day of training, meals on Once the convoy is underway, trainers FORT HUNTER LIGGETT, Calif. — It the go, and night-fire training. set up a series of events such as me- was 9:57 a.m. when Bulldog Company’s Qualifying on the machine gun range chanical breakdowns, Improvised Explo- 1st Sgt. Logotala Letuligasenoa from is no simple task. sive Device (IED) encounters, and am- American Samoa hollered, “Move out!” to “First a single shot is fired to zero the bushes for each convoy to react to and his next convoy team on the live-fire weapon, and then three rounds are fired learn how to defend against. course. into a number of paper silhouettes with a At the end of each session, Soldiers The temperature was already 87 de- minimum score of 35 hits to qualify,” conduct an on-the-spot critique or after- grees and would soon reach 97 degrees explained Spc. Yu Gu, a gunner with action review (AAR), they critique them- Fahrenheit in the shade of a 200-year-old Dragon Company. “Then we fire at pop up selves and discuss lessons learned. live oak along Main Supply Route (MSR) targets at ranges from 150 up to 500 “I’m happy we planned on how to re- Oak, where the next team was reloading yards, followed by night firing with night- cover a disabled vehicle,” said Sgt. Joseph ammunition. vision goggles.” Ramos with Cobra Company. The four “gun trucks” moved prompt- In between weapon qualifications and However, Soldiers said their most re- ly onto this recently completed live-fire other warrior tasks, platoon convoy op- warding event was the Convoy Live-Fire course to validate their Convoy Escort erations include briefings, interpreting Course. Even here, though, safety is para- skills. fragmentary orders, setting up check- mount. Trainers and Soldiers put safety The exercise was the culmination of a points, dealing with mechanical break- and learning first by doing a walk- five-step process they had been working downs, simulated mortar attacks, village through, and firing with blanks before on for 29 days here in the center of this The rear guard element of Cobra Company, 100th Battalion, 442nd Infantry, provides visits and reporting weapons caches. their third and final trip through the 165,000-acre combat training area 80 security for a simulated mechanical breakdown during the convoy situational training “Since this was my first convoy expe- course with live ammunition. According miles south of Monterey, Calif. exercise at Fort Hunter Liggett, south of Monterey, Calif., prior to the unit’s second rience, it was good to ride along with to Spc. Darnall Fuiava, a gunner with The first humvee contained patrol deployment to Operation Iraqi Freedom. four combat veterans who had experience Bulldog Company, his most vivid mem- leader Sgt. 1st Class Uluiva Simanu, driv- and had deployed before,” said Spc. Re- ory of the 100th Battalion’s entire mobi- er Spc. Iosefa Maulupe, and M2 .50 cal- building shell with a car body nearby, clear stoppages, and qualify on both day- upena Sheck, a driver with Dragon Com- lization exercise was the convoy live fire. iber machine-gunner Spc. Jonathan Lau- Simanu yelled “Go,” and a steel rain of and night-fire courses with the M240, pany. Sgt. Ruben Delacerna, a chaplains papa. empty cartridges and belt links began M249 and M2 machine gun. These fun- The difficulty then increases with the assistant with the 100th Battalion, who re- Laupapa had never used a machine falling onto the roof of the humvee as damentals, coupled with 17 other required Convoy Situational Training Exercise turned from his first deployment to Iraq gun before Bulldog Company arrived in Laupapa placed rounds on target. warrior tasks must be completed during (STX). last September summed up the training. California, but he was “locked and loaded” Convoy live-fire ranges require pa- Soldiers’ time here. “We go with a five-man squad (in each “I’m excited about going with the 100th and ready for the live-fire course. As tience and practice. First, all team mem- According to 100th Battalion Opera- vehicle) including a driver, leader, com- Battalion because they are so motivated Laupapa’s humvee approached a plywood bers learn to assemble, disassemble, clean, tions Sgt. Maj. Dean Shackles, the typical mander, assistant gunner, and rifleman,” in everything they do,” he said. Dental vans save teeth, time for deploying Pacific Army Reserve Soldiers STAFF SGT. DAVE CONKLIN Battalion, 442nd Infantry, during their are spread across many islands, seven deputy chief of staff for operations. were scheduled after training was com- 9th Mission Support Command Public Affairs 29-day Mobilization Readiness Field Ex- time zones, two states, several territories So, two mobile dental vans were rent- pleted for the day. If follow-up treatment ercises at Fort Hunter Liggett. The unit will and one commonwealth; the shortest dis- ed and driven out to the 100th Battal- was recommended, it was completed with- FORT HUNTER LIGGETT, Calif. — A mobilize and deploy later this month in tance between units is greater than the dis- ion’s field camp with 7222nd Medical in a few days at the most. new pilot program by the U.S. Army Re- support of Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF). tance from Tampa to Seattle. These de- Support Unit dental professionals from “I went to sick call three days ago be- serve Command is bringing a fresh new The idea is to save teeth, save time, mographics can often limit access to den- all over the country providing the staffing cause my upper wisdom teeth were biting meaning to the time-honored motto “Mis- and take care of Soldiers who would have tal care. as part of their annual training. Initially, into my cheek and I got them pulled the sion first, Soldiers always.” been potentially not deployable due to At the same time, the Army Reserve R3U was supposed to identify only dental same day,” said Spc. Israel Prieto of Drag- Known as the Ready Response Reserve dental reasons. Command was developing a new concept issues, but with the available staff and on Company. Unit or “R3U” Dental Vans, this test pro- “Soldiers are losing time on the platform to use its dental assets and capabilities facilities it was soon expanded to treat- To date, of the 500 Pacific Army Reserve gram provides dental exams, Soldier due to dental issues,” said Lt. Col. Murray where they were needed most — in the ment as well. Soldiers examined, 50 dental issues were Readiness Processing and follow-on treat- Kramer, commander, 7222nd Medical Sup- field — rather than in garrison one week- “We are providing real world training treated and each Soldier’s online medical ment, in the field. port Unit. “It is important that Soldiers and end a month. with hands-on training here, plus we are records were updated on site. These pro- The Army Reserve 7222nd Medical Sup- their families know that the Army is tak- “We took this target of opportunity meeting the taskers that the Army wants,” fessionals performed an estimated port Unit’s Dental Section provided den- ing care of them and fixing their problem.” with the 100th Battalion training at Fort said Kramer. $105,000 worth of procedures here, which tal exams, fillings, treatment, and extrac- The majority of 100th Battalion Soldiers Hunter Liggett to test the concept and The dental vans were open every does not include the value of returning a tions, if necessary, for nearly 500 Sol- are ethnic Polynesians with different lan- look at all the possibilities,” said Col. Les evening when the Soldiers returned from Soldier to deployable status or the train- diers of the Pacific Army Reserve’s 100th guages and educational institutions. They Carroll, U.S. Army Reserve Command training and all exams and treatments ing time saved for the 100th Battalion. A-6 | AUGUST 22, 2008 HAWAII ARMY WEEKLY SOLDIERS ‘Prime Power’ assesses Alaska District area facilities Story and Photo by the Corps would be charged for the ex- CURT BIBERDORF tra labor (in making that determination) U.S. Army Corps of Engineers-Alaska District and slow down the response time. It ANCHORAGE, Alaska — Electrical out- could mean the difference between get- ages caused by a natural disaster may re- ting power back in a few days or a week quire backup power assistance from the or more.” federal government, and to prepare for Since Hurricane Katrina in 2005, area that event, six members of the 249th assessments have been part of the readi- Engineer Battalion (Prime Power) came to ness initiative in the Corps to stay up- the Alaska District recently to assess gen- dated on energy-related preparedness, erator requirements. McAdams said. “There’s been a lot of The 249th Eng. Bn. is a power gener- upgrades and improvements at facilities ation battalion assigned to the U.S. Army in the past few years. The planning is Corps of Engineers that provides com- making a difference.” mercial-level power to military units and More facilities have emergency federal relief organizations during full- power generators, but they still need an spectrum operations. assessment because, depending on Emergency planners in Alaska re- damage or other factors, they may not quested the battalion’s assistance after be operational, Bond said. When discussing how to react to a widespread FEMA generators arrive, they are going power loss at the Alaska Cold Weather to work because they’ve been checked Workshop at Fort Richardson earlier in and tested. the year, said Dave Spence, chief of Emer- Technician training was a new effort gency Management for the Alaska Dis- Sgt. Nick Fuentes, electrician (left), and Staff Sgt. Reid Elders, senior power plant operator, both with A Company, 249th Engineer by the 249th Eng. Bn. to enable local trict. Battalion (Prime Power), conduct a generator assessment at Begich Middle School in Anchorage, recently. and state technicians to perform their The workshop was designed to reval- own assessments. Bond said the training idate lessons learned from past cold 249th Eng. Bn., which is stationed at tion inspections as possible, and gather He said the assessments, which cover was ineffective because of low turnout. weather exercises. The disaster scenario Schofield Barracks, Hawaii. “We need it information on what protective meas- critical facilities such as fire stations, However, he intends to remedy this by involved a magnitude 7.5 shallow, crustal for heat, cooking, water and communi- ures and gear are necessary for deploy- churches, airports and communications holding a class for emergency managers earthquake, which caused significant cations. Typically, you want to restore ing Soldiers. towers, are used to collect information for to help recruit technicians, who would structural damage during a period of ex- power as soon as possible.” Only some of the previous 130 loca- the Federal Emergency Management then attend a second class on performing treme cold weather in the Anchorage Two two-Soldier teams, led by Bond tions inspected in the 2004 assessment Agency so that the contractors the the assessments. area. and Master Sgt. Gary McAdams, non- were reviewed, depending on changes agency hires know what size generator is The team will compile the informa- “After debris removal and search and commissioned officer-in-charge who pro- at those sites. The teams assessed 59 sites needed, where to connect it, what tools to tion gathered from the assessment and rescue, everyone needs power,” said Chief vided command and control, had a three- at Fort Richardson, Matanuska-Susitna bring and how to install it. give it to the battalion to assist those Warrant Officer 2 Donald Bond, officer- part mission to train local technicians, Borough and Municipality of Anchor- “It would be a guessing game as to who will deploy to Alaska during an in-charge of 4th Platoon, A Company, perform as many generator preinstalla- age this time, according to McAdams. what to bring,” McAdams said. “Then emergency. Coastal Windows Inc. receives 2008 Employer Support Freedom Award STAFF SGT. DAVE CONKLIN “We are pleased and excited to an- across the nation, Coastal Windows was were on hand to congratulate him. picnics and outings, according to Barrett. 9th Mission Support Command Public Affairs nounce Coastal Windows as a recipient of nominated by Sgt. Mike Echiverri of the “We are honored to receive this award Coastal Windows also has a policy of HONOLULU — The U.S. Department of the 2008 Secretary of Defense employer 100th Battalion, 442nd Infantry, Pacific and proud to support our employees who continuing health insurance for families Defense has named Coastal Windows, Support Freedom Award,” said Dr. Gor- Army Reserve. Echiverri has been em- are willing to serve our country and de- of deployed employees and making up Inc. as recipient of its 2008 Secretary of don Sumner, executive director, Employer ployed with Coastal Windows since 1999 fend our freedom,” said Barrett. any difference in pay if necessary, he Defense Employer Support Freedom Support of the Guard and Reserve. “The and is currently training for his third Barrett said Coastal Windows was one added. Award. tremendous support Coastal Windows deployment to Iraq. of the few small businesses and one of The award will be presented at The Freedom Award is the highest provides for Guard and Reserve employ- Robert Barrett, vice president of Coastal only 15 employers of all sizes through- ceremonies at the Ronald Reagan recognition given by the U.S. Govern- ees and their families is exemplary and Windows Inc. in Waipahu, also received out the nation who received the Freedom building and International Trade ment to employers for their outstanding helps our citizen warriors protect our the Pro Patria State Award at the Award this year for their support of Na- Center in Washington, D.C., Sept. 18. support of their employees who serve in nation without concern for their jobs,” Employer Support Banquet, Aug. 9, at tional Guard and Reserve employees. In addition, President George W. the National Guard and Reserve. Coastal Sumner said. Hickam Air Force Base Enlisted Club. Coastal Windows keeps in touch with Bush and Secretary of Defense Robert Windows is the only employer from Selected from a record 2,199 nomina- P. Pasha Baker, Hawaii Army Reserve Echiverri when he is deployed and also Gates will likely meet privately with Hawaii to receive the award since its in- tions from National Guard and Reserve ambassador, and Col. Jon Lee, chief of makes sure his family is always includ- award recipients as they have done in the ception in 1996. members or their family members from staff, 9th Mission Support Command, ed in employee information as well as past. NEWS HAWAII ARMY WEEKLY AUGUST 22, 2008 | A-7 News Welcome: Families together after separation CONTINUED FROM A-1 Aaron, who is returning from his Soldiers from the 8th second deployment, said he is look- Theater Sustainment Briefs “We have family on the island and ing forward to spending time with his Command and Send news announcements for we’re from here, which made every- family and enjoying the simple Hawaii-based Soldiers and civilian employees thing a little easier,” said Kaaihue, things life has to offer. Marines at Hickam to community@hawaiiarmy- “but it’s still a relief to have him “I’m looking forward to eating Air Force Base greet weekly.com. members of the 25th back.” some good food,” he said. Transportation Com- 22 / Today Other families traveled from across In addition to their responsibilities pany, Aug. 14., fol- the ocean to welcome their Soldiers in Operation Iraqi Freedom, Soldiers Ketchup Recall — The Defense lowing a 15-month home. Sgt. Aaron Wallace, also a of the 25th TC continued to excel in Commissary Agency (DeCA) has deployment to west- motor transportation operator, re- recalled all sizes of Del Monte other areas. ern Iraq. ceived a special visit from his par- ketchup to investigate customer During the deployment, two ents, sister and grandmother, who complaints of bottle swelling and noncomissioned officers were in- came from Seattle for the occasion. white and yellow particles found ducted into the prestigious Sergeant inside the bottle. There have been “We wouldn’t have missed this,” Audie Murphy Club, three no reported illnesses associated said Bruce Wallace, Aaron’s father, roadmasters were awarded the St. with this product. who was previously stationed on the Christopher’s medallion, and one Sol- The recall is for all lots and island during his enlistment in the dier was awarded the Order of codes of the following Del Monte Army. “I am proud of (Aaron) for all Samuel Sharpe for his excellence in Sgt. Matthew C. Moeller | 8th Theater Sustainment Command Public Affairs Ketchup products: 64 ounce, UPC he has accomplished.” the ordnance field. 002400000898; 36 ounce, UPC 002400000643; and 24 ounce, UPC 002400000641. Commissary customers who Inouye: Leader embodies ‘Warior Ethos’ Survival: New gear, have purchased this product are advised not to consume it. Cus- CONTINUED FROM A-1 of others who were much more deserv- day,” said Caslen. tomers can return the product to ing than any one of us,” said Inouye. “I The Medal of Honor flag was creat- training saves lives the place of purchase for a refund. Team (RCT). received my medal in Washington on ed in 2002 for display by living Medal Visit www.commissaries.com According to Zoch, the senator specif- behalf of the troops. But I am deeply of Honor recipients and primary next of CONTINUED FROM A-1 and click on the “Food Safety” ically requested a commander from honored by you, and I am certain the kin of Medal of Honor recipients. With section for more information. Echo Company present him with the men of the 442nd are also deeply hon- his closing remarks, Caslen requested his underestimate what an 18-year-old kid who decided flag at a Schofield Barracks ceremony ored,” he added. Soldiers continue to follow in the tra- to defer college to serve his or her country can learn. Recovered Personal Property to honor his men from the 442nd RCT. Following his career in the military, dition of great American heroes like They can learn a hell of a lot,” he continued. — The Provost Marshal's Office has “It was a great honor to present the Inouye became the first congressman of Inouye. One of them is Staff Sgt. Matt Sims, who was recovered personal property items senator with the flag,” said Zoch. Hawaii in 1959 and later a senator of “As we honor Senator Inouye today, wounded three times during his second deployment recently lost. Call the Directorate of Having served as a lieutenant and the state of Hawaii. His term in the as well as all of our distinguished Sol- to Iraq. He credits both new equipment and the med- Emergency Services Evidence Cus- platoon leader for the 442nd RCT, In- senate is the third longest to date. diers of the past, we can only ask our- ical training of other Soldiers – every new Soldier todian at 655-9656. ouye was granted the Distinguished “Lieutenant Inouye embodied the selves, with a debt of gratitude, ‘Sir, must be certified as a combat lifesaver and many oth- Service Cross for displaying exception- ‘Warrior Ethos’ that makes our Soldiers have we earned what you have done for ers have some medical training – with saving his life. Office Change — The Aloha ally heroic actions in combat during the best and brightest in the world,” us?’” Caslen asked the senator rhetori- Now, in addition to the tourniquets each Soldier Center, Building S330, Fort Shafter, World War II. His award was upgraded said Maj. Gen. Robert Caslen Jr., com- cally. “As this division prepares for de- carries and some that are built into uniforms, the same closed last month. The Fort Shafter to the Medal of Honor in June of 2000. manding general, 25th ID. “He demon- ployment back to Iraq, I am confident bandage can be converted to a pressure bandage Composite Team (FSCT), Military “Obviously, I was honored and proud strated the importance of leadership, that our Soldiers will carry on the great and also a tourniquet. Each bandage is easy to open Personnel Division, Directorate of to receive the Medal of Honor, but I was service and commitment at every lev- traditions and legacies, sir, that you and has all the parts it needs. Some bandages have Human Resources has relocated to deeply certain that there were hundreds el, and he continues to serve all of us to- have set before us,” said Caslen. charcoal or a material to stop bleeding. the Soldiers Support Center, Build- ing 750, Schofield Barracks. All actions formerly processed by the FSCT, including Record of Emergency Data updates, Service Members Group Life Insurance up- dates, Enlisted and Officer Records Brief reviews and updates are now processed at the Soldiers Support Center. The Soldiers Support Center is open Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Call 655-9411/9104. When work is finished. FRIDAY, AUGUST 22, 2008

Brightly colored fish tanks lite up the Waikiki Aquarium during the "Overnight with the Sharks." Children and parents alike enjoyed the scenery of the aquarium before they drifted off to sleep at the educational sleepover.

Aquarium overnighter gives one-by-one, sending a message for partici- pants to rest. However, giggles from children keiki unique aqua experience continued to ring throughout the gallery for more than an hour. Story and Photos by “It’s cool I actually get to sleep in front of MOLLY HAYDEN the sharks after learning about them,” said Staff Writer Army family member Wynne Gallogly as HONOLULU — The Waikiki Aquarium was she snuggled in her sleeping bag directly unusually filled with chatter after hours across from the shark Kira Hunkele, left, and Skye Heck- here, Aug. 14, for the “Overnight with the tank. “I hope I don’t man color and get scared when I Sharks” program. Approximately 30 chil- decorate their dren, parents and grandparents piled in, wake up.” model sharks. Par- sleeping bags in hand, for an informative In the early morning light children wig- ticipants of the evening surrounding the underwater crea- gled their toes and rubbed sleepy eyes. Then, “Overnight with the tures. they packed up sleeping bags and pillows Sharks” built a The program began in a small classroom and ate breakfast. model version of a as Mark Heckman, director of education for Later, participants sat on the lawn and shark to better the aquarium, explained the differences be- one-by-one ran their sharks in the competi- understand a tween sharks and boney fish, and discussed tion. shark’s anatomy adaptations that allow sharks to exist in wa- Children and parents placed model sharks and how it moves ter. A slideshow displaying various sharks in a small tank filled with water for a dis- in the water. that congregate around Hawaii provided an play swim. Each shark was judged on swim additional visual experience for audience style, speed and accuracy. Judges held members. scorecards and each child received a certifi- Children listened attentively and answered questions candidly. Each child drew dorsal For more information on the Waikiki fins, gill slits and teeth on a paper diagram Aquarium, visit www.waquarium.org to aid in understanding a shark’s anatomy. or call 923-9741. As the night continued, participants de- signed and built their own shark models us- ing Styrofoam, plastic and cardboard. Some cate of completion. donned eyeballs and sharp teeth, while oth- “This has been a wonderful and bonding ers wore brightly colored flowers and polka family experience for us,” said Lt. Col. Erin dots. Clever names such as “Swimy,” Gallogly, 500th Military Intelligence “Chops” and “Bob, Ruler of the Sea,” added Brigade. “The kids are having fun and we individuality to shark models as participants are all learning.” prepared them for the “Shark Olympics” the The Waikiki Aquarium offers numerous following morning. educational opportunities for the whole The nearly full moon shone brightly in the family, including spending an afternoon in- sky as parents and chil- vestigating hermit crabs; discovering the dren spread their sleeping amazing undersea world for children ages bags under various fish 1 to 3; and “Aquarium After Dark,” tanks in the gallery. which allows families to dis- Children walked around cover if fish sleep, sea with flashlights, shining the snails snooze or weedy dim red lights into various tanks to sea dragons doze during view the peerless display aqua life. this flashlight tour of the “Being here at night gives you a aquarium. Scott Parrish closely inspects a Hawaiian Puffer unique experience,” said Heckman. “Many “Our programs are constantly changing,” fish at the Waikiki Aquarium. With 3,000 marine of the animals’ behaviors changes at this said Heckman. “But they are always guaran- specimens found at the aquarium, children and parents alike have much to learn about the unique time. We make a lot of discoveries at night.” teed to be both fun and educational.” aquatic life in Hawaii and the Pacific. Heckman began storytime with the tale of Above — A participant’s model shark prepares a shark that brings a little girl to safety. for the “Shark Olympics” at the Waikiki Aquar- Lt. Col. Erin Gallogly (left), and son Peter build a model Children held stuffed animals tightly as they ium. Judges scored sharks on swim style, shark at the Waikiki Aquarium. Participants designed and laughed at the fictional story. speed and accuracy. built their own model sharks to race in the “Shark Then, lights on each fish tank dimmed Olympics” the following morning. COMMUNITY HAWAII ARMY WEEKLY AUGUST 22, 2008 | B-3 tary discounts are available. Call 638-7766 for additional in- Community formation.

Calendar Free USPS Packaging — The From B-2 U.S. Postal Service provides mili- tary family members and friends Video Messenger — Reading with packaging materials to send stories to children is important and packages to service members. Call Sgt. Yano Library, Schofield Bar- toll free 1-800-610-8734, follow racks, provides a video messenger prompts, then ask for the “Military service so deploying Soldiers can Pack.” tape DVD or VHS video record- Eight boxes, tape, packaging ings for their children before their materials and labels will be mailed unit deploys. to those who call. The postal serv- Interested in this service? Call ice will also provide an ID number 655-8002 for more details. to reorder supplies. Allow four to 10 days to receive materials. HI-5 Recycling — Residents may redeem their recyclable alu- Community Calendar Briefs — minum/metal cans, plastic and Do you have announcements of glass containers any Saturday from upcoming events, sports or activ- 10 a.m.-4 p.m., or any Tuesday ities that you would like to post in from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., at the parking the Hawaii Army Weekly? lot of the Schofield Barracks com- If so, e-mail your information to missary. community@hawaiiarmyweek- Containers must be empty and ly.com at least two weeks in ad- clean, and state law prohibits milk vance of your event or activity. or dairy product containers. Civil Air Patrol — Civil Air Pa- Staff Sgt. Lorenzo Dukes, left, of the 2nd Squadron, 6th Cavalry Regiment, reads aloud to a class at the Petersen Child Development Center. Volunteers Needed — Help trol’s Wheeler Composite Squadron Numerous volunteers like Dukes dedicated time and energy to promote reading to children during the Scholastic Book Fair, Aug. 12-15. bring separated foster siblings to- will meet every Tuesday, 5:30-8:30 gether by becoming a Project Vis- p.m., Wheeler Army Air Field. The itation volunteer, six to eight hours squadron regularly accepts new a month. Volunteers must receive members, ages 12-18, who are in- training and have no criminal con- terested in aerospace education, victions, a clean drivers’ record, leadership training, physical fit- CDC makes reading fun for keiki and be at least 18 years of age. ness, and character development. Story and Photo by “He’ll be happy to see us,” said 4-year-old As the celebration continued, volunteers, Contact Project Visitation at Youth can participate in a num- MOLLY HAYDEN Ava Sugg. “We made ears and now we look including Staff Sgt. Lorenzo Dukes, 2nd 521-9531, ext. 228, or e-mail ber of activities, including building Staff Writer like him.” Squadron, 6th Cavalry Regiment, read aloud [email protected]. model rockets and receiving pow- Parents joined their children in the class- from various books. Children sat on carpet er/glider flight training. The SCHOFIELD BARRACKS — Before TV, com- rooms for the celebration. As they waited patches and listened attentively. Waimea Valley Tours squadron is also involved with puters and video games, families around the — Visit for Clifford, parents enjoyed homemade pud- “This is an important program,” said Dukes, historic Waimea Valley at the community service projects and world read as a primary leisure activity. Peo- ding children prepared earlier that morning. “and I enjoy the interaction with the chil- North Shore, a 1,875-acre valley participates in training for disaster ple would spend hours reading books and The four-day book fair gave parents and dren.” that offers an authentic cultural response and search and rescue. travel to far away lands solely in their minds. educators a chance to enhance their book col- Many volunteers, including Sgt. Brett Old- window into the lifestyles and cus- For more information, call or e- The staff at the Petersen Child Development lections, as well as benefit children and par- enburger, 1st Battalion, 21st Infantry Regi- toms of the Hawaiian people mail 386-1374, or tony4atmos@ Center (CDC) brought back this educational ents of the CDC. ment, who is currently deployed to Iraq, do- through daily programs and ac- aol.com. pastime during the Scholastic Book Fair, The fair sought to raise $1,800 for the nated time and energy in promoting and tivities. The valley is open daily Aug.12–15. center, and with the help of the military (except Christmas and New Year’s Borders Reading Groups — Excited children creatively colored large ohana, exceeded that goal by close to $1,200. preparing for the book fair. While home, Day), 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Borders Waikele hosts three dog-ears and sat still as educators painted “We were able to reach well beyond our Oldenburger spent much of his rest and re- Guests can participate in native monthly reading groups: Best- black noses and whiskers on their faces in goal with the support of parents and staff,” cuperation time setting up the book display. plant, history, wildlife and other in- sellers, second Wednesday, 7 p.m.; preparation for the book fair finale here, said Parent/Staff Advisory Group (PSAG) “We could not have done any of this with- terpretive walking tours. Valley Romance Readers Anonymous, Aug. 15. Vice President Mary Bayer. “This will allow out the volunteers,” said Bayer. “It was great visitors experience Hawaiian cul- second Thursday, 6:30 p.m.; and In honor of the hard work and dedication us to bring more books to the center.” to see the willingness of Soldiers and fami- ture by participating in lei making, International Women’s Writing in promoting reading and raising money for As the six-foot tall Clifford entered each ly members to help with this project. kapa demonstrations, hula lessons Guide, first and third Wednesday, the CDC, Clifford the Big Red Dog, famed star classroom, children screeched with delight “Reading is an important part of learn- and Hawaiian games. 7 p.m. of children’s books, visited each classroom. and hugged him. ing,” she added. “We do this for the children.” Admission is $10 for adults, $5 Call 676-6699 for more infor- for children. Kamaaina and mili- mation. B-4 | AUGUST 22, 2008 HAWAII ARMY WEEKLY HEALTH Insect bites need Ticks threaten health, readiness

Though seemingly innocuous, Proper tick removal ticks can pack quite a punch Remove attached ticks immediately using not spoil summer the following precautions: MARY KATHERINE MURPHY •Grasp the tick’s mouthparts as close to the U.S. ARMY GARRISON-HAWAII Local versus systemic reac- Health Information Operations skin as possible with fine-tipped tweezers; pull back slowly and steadily with firm For more information about ticks, visit the CHPPM tions. Venomous stings are always SAFETY OFFICE Tick-borne illnesses present a serious health force until the barbed mouthparts can be Entomological Sciences Program on the Web at News Release very painful, red and may swell threat that also can jeopardize operational eased out of the skin. Be patient. up to 12 inches around the sting http://chppm-www.apgea.army.mil/ento/. SCHOFIELD BARRACKS — Ac- readiness. In the U.S., the threat is especial- •Do not squeeze the body of the tick or ap- site; this is called a local reaction. cording to the Center for Disease ly strong in late spring and summer. ply any substance, including petroleum jel- In sensitive individuals, a systemic disease. Control (CDC), more than a mil- “Ticks are ranked second among arthropods ly, nail polish, nail polish remover, repel- or “whole body” reaction occurs, lents, pesticides or a lighted match to the Soldiers can take simple precautions while lion reported cases of bites or stings at causing life-threatening and debilitating with redness, hives and swelling tick while it is attached. These materials or training or working in a tick-infested area to occurred in 2006, and bites and human disease,” according to Ellen Strom- further away from the sting site. methods are either ineffective or, worse, decrease their risk of being infected, Strom- stings were sixth cause of unin- dahl, an entomologist at the Army Center for These systemic reactions can might force more infective fluid into your dahl said. Precautions include wearing a per- tentional injury to all age groups. Health Promotion and Preventive Medicine progress to involve the airways (CHPPM), Aberdeen Proving Ground, Md. body. methrin-treated uniform, putting DEET on Since dozens of insects’ bites or •After removal, wash the bite site and apply and circulation and may be life- (Arthropods include insects, spiders and cen- all exposed skin, sleeping under a permethrin- stings cause problems, they can be an antiseptic. threatening. Obviously, it’s impor- tipedes, as well as some other segmented treated bed net, and wearing their uniform separated into two categories: ven- •Contact your military medical care tant to know the difference be- creatures.) with sleeves down and pants tucked into omous (wasps, hornets, yellow provider for instructions on submitting the tween local and systemic reactions. Studies and surveys of Soldiers involved in boots to act as a physical barrier. (Civilians jackets, bees, fire ants, centipedes); tick for identification and testing to the Biting insects generally aren’t deployment or training repeatedly indicate and family members should take similar pre- and nonvenomous (chiggers, fleas, DoD Human Tick Test Kit Program. dangerous because allergic reac- that ticks impede performance due to dis- cautions, and wear light-colored, tucked-in lice, scabies, bed bugs, ticks and •If you develop flu-like symptoms or rash- tions are extremely rare. They do comfort, distraction, bites or sickness, Strom- es, or otherwise feel sick after the tick bite, clothing.) mosquitoes). spread diseases like Lyme disease, dahl said. She added that Soldiers may leave seek medical attention immediately. Take If despite these protective measures Soldiers Bites versus stings. The differ- Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, en- their posts, change routes or locations, or the tick with you to the clinic. find a tick attached to them, the DoD Human ences between bites and stings are cephalitis and malaria, but for most, abandon their cover, all because ticks are •Prompt diagnosis and treatment will like- Tick Test Kit Program can help. Stromdahl mainly due to the nature of the their bites just cause terrible itching. present. ly speed your recovery and prevent linger- and the staff of CHPPM’s Entomological bite or sting. Venomous insects at- Any systemic reaction should be “Soldiers think of everything but ticks ing symptoms. Sciences Program can test and identify tack as a defense mechanism, in- seen by a doctor immediately. This when they are going into battle or training,” whether a tick is infected jecting painful, toxic venom includes hives, wherever they may she said. “At those times, they have more headache, fatigue, rash, nausea and fever. with any of eight differ- through their stingers to protect occur, swelling in the face, short- important situations to deal with.” All ticks love humid areas with lots of ent diseases at no cost to themselves. ness of breath or wheezing, diffi- However, Soldiers ignore potential tick brush, frequently found on military installa- the Soldier. Soldiers may Nonvenomous insects bite and culty swallowing, and lighthead- bites at their peril. tions where Soldiers train and work. contact the program through usually inject anticoagulant saliva edness or fainting. These symp- “Different tick species transmit different Many military installations also their military to feed on another insect’s or per- toms usually occur within minutes pathogens (disease-causing agents),” Strom- have large, undeveloped areas pop- medical care son’s blood. Although local irrita- to an hour after the sting. dahl said. The Department of Defense (DoD) ulated with deer and other animals provider. The Tick tion and “allergic” reactions do oc- Treatment. Itching is the main Human Test Kit Program, which she leads, has that serve as hosts for ticks, Test Kit Program cur from nonvenomous bites, se- symptom to control with insect analyzed ticks taken from Soldiers’ bodies and Stromdahl said. averages vere reactions such as anaphylac- bites. Topical antihistamines and found tick species that cause Lyme disease, Deer make the 2,000- tic shock only happen from ven- anesthetics are for quick tempo- babesiosis (an infection resembling malaria), perfect hosts for 3,000 ticks from all over omous stings. rary relief; hydrocortisone cream ehrlichiosis (which can cause fever, kidney adult deer ticks, which the country each year. When honey bees sting, they has slower onset, but a longer ef- failure, seizures and other medical condi- cause Lyme disease, to Currently, the program leave the stinger and venom sack fect. tions), Rocky Mountain spotted fever and feed and mate. This only accepts ticks from in- attached. Venom continues to For stings, first remove the other potentially serious diseases. The ef- makes any site with a large deer pop- side the U.S. pump into the victim through the stinger. Pain, swelling, and itch- fects of tick bites are usually treatable; how- ulation a high risk area for ticks and Even with the help of the testing program, stinger until the sack is empty or ing are the main complaints. Home ever, long-term effects to joints, the heart and the spread of Lyme disease. CHPPM Soldiers training and living on installa- the stinger is removed. The only remedies include baking soda or the nervous system can occur. Left untreat- entomologists have found that tions with an environment that supports good part about being stung is meat tenderizer compresses to ed, some tick-borne diseases can be fatal. about 20 percent of the deer ticks ticks must remain vigilant in protecting honey bees die after they sting. "draw out" or destroy protein-based Initial symptoms of tick bites include they have tested were infected with Lyme their health, Stromdahl advised. Wasps, hornets and yellow jackets venom. Scientific data is lacking don’t leave their stingers, so they with these techniques, but they do can sting repeatedly. make logical sense. HEALTH HAWAII ARMY WEEKLY AUGUST 22, 2008 | B-5 Eye protection important on and off the battlefield LT. COL. NANCY A. DUDASH AND DR. JAMES W. STOUT U.S. Army Center for Health Promotion and Preventive Medicine “I haven’t been hurt yet.” “I’m very experienced and I know what For more information about vision I am doing.” conservation, visit: These comments are a small sampling of • Tri-Service Vision Conservation Program, the excuses optometrist Dr. James W. Stout hears from Soldiers who are not wearing http://dodvision.com and personal eye protective equipment. • ANSI, www.astm.org. Stout, a vision expert in the Army Cen- ter for Health Promotion and Preventive Medicine’s Tri-Service Vision Conservation ty you are performing. and Readiness Program, isn’t buying them. Different agencies have created stan- The Army has included Military Com- dards that govern the safety requirements bat Eye Protection (MCEP) in Soldiers’ for specific activities. ANSI (the American uniform issue during basic training and in Society of Testing and Materials) creates all deployment training. Soldiers are re- performance standard for safety eyewear, quired to maintain the MCEP for readiness including standards for sports eye pro- checks. And increasingly, commanders tection. have noted MCEP’s value and are enforc- Combat eye protection standards are ing its use. mandated by the Program Executive Of- In garrison, about 3 to 4 percent of the Molly Hayden l Pacific Media Publishing fice-Soldier, which maintains the Autho- workforce (active duty military and civil- rized Protective Eyewear List (APEL). Racquetball is a prime example of a sport where something as seemingly small as proper eye protection can make a big difference. ian) have reported eye injuries. In 60 to 70 Remember, if an eye injury occurs, con- percent of eye injuries, workers were not sult an eye-care professional right away. wearing safety glasses or goggles. In the vironments. We are at risk for eye in- goggles worn at work, or the MCEP, can utes an emergency room in the U.S. treats If assisting an injured person, keep him military, the highest incidence of eye in- juries when performing vehicle mainte- provide protection at home. If purchasing a sports eye injury that could have been still and calm to avoid worsening the in- jury is in grades E-1 through E-4. In ve- nance, using lawnmowers and string weed non-MCEP safety eyewear for home, check prevented. Awareness of eye injuries and jury. Never rub an eye with a speck or oth- hicle maintenance, welding or mechanics, trimmers, and handling chemicals. Oven the package for ANSI Z87.1 specifications proper eye protection are the first steps in er foreign material in it. If the injury is due eye injuries may be prevented if the same and drain cleaners containing alkali, the for adequate safety performance stan- changing these statistics. to a chemical splash, rinse the eye con- most dangerous chemical to the eye, re- dards. enforcement for MCEPs is applied to the Guidlines for eye protection tinuously with water for 15 minutes, then work environment. quire special handling and eye protec- There is one more important reason to transport the injured to a doctor. Home activities are just as risky as work tion. The big difference between work wear eye protection. Sports and recre- Use the right eye protection for the Eye injuries are a leading cause of visual for eye injuries according to the U.S. Eye and home is that we “think” home is safer; ational activities are responsible for more right activity. impairment and rank second only to eye Injury Registry, which tracks eye injuries. therefore, we are less likely to wear eye than 600,000 eye injuries each year, ac- When you buy protection, make sure disease as the most common cause of Our homes, yards and garages contain protection. cording to an article published in “Amer- the manufacturer’s package indicates the blindness. Eye safety looks good these many of the same hazards as our work en- The same industrial safety glasses and ican Family Physician.” Every 13 min- device meets the standard for the activi- days. So no excuses: wear it. New Tricare Web site offers behavioral health self-help for veterans TRICARE MANAGEMENT AGENCY ployment,” said Army Maj. Gen. Elder they dealt with the demands of readjust- have to register to access the site. After- News Release Granger, deputy director, TMA. ing after combat deployment. deployment.org provides confidential ed- FALLS CHURCH, Va. — The U.S. Army, Authorized by legislation, the site is a In addition to these first-person ac- ucation on sensitive issues such as stress with oversight by Tricare Management pilot project to help service members deal counts, a toolbar on the left side of the and triggers, conflict at work, reconnect- Activity (TMA), has created an interactive with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Web site links beneficiaries to educa- ing with family and friends, moods, anger, other behavioral health conditions. tional topics including: Getting Help, Visit www.afterdeployment.org to use sleep, substance abuse, stress manage- Web site that allows service members and Tricare’s interactive tools and resources. their families to explore behavioral health Visitors to afterdeployment.org will Check How You’re Doing, Staying Healthy ment, kids and deployment, spiritual guid- information. The site launched Aug. 5. notice the user-friendly environment. By Where You Live, Stories from Home and ance, living with physical injuries and “Afterdeployment.org serves as an in- clicking on a video link play button, users Far Away, and Links, Books, Blogs & health and wellness. A user-friendly environment is not all teractive, self-help solution to assist with can watch veterans, spouses and other Pods. In each of these areas, additional Afterdeployment.org launched with that matters to service members. Privacy behavioral health needs following de- family members tell real-life stories about links offer detailed information on chosen limited content, Aug. 5, but development how war changed their lives and how subjects. is of paramount concern, and users don’t continues. B-6 | AUGUST 22, 2008 HAWAII ARMY WEEKLY SPORTS & FITNESS USAMU shotgun shooter Hancock wins Olympic gold Story and Photo by soon,” Hancock said. “It just panned out Training at Fort Sill, Okla. TIM HIPPS for me. I saw the targets really well those Hancock, who was assigned to the US- U.S. Army Family and Morale, Welfare and two pairs, and I crushed them. AMU in November of 2007, established the Recreation Command Public Affairs “I couldn’t ask to shoot against a better skeet world record with a perfect score of BEIJING — U.S. Army Marksmanship shooter,” Hancock said. “He’s right there 150 at a World Cup event in Lonato, Italy, Unit (USAMU) shotgun shooter Pfc. Vin- among the best in the world. It was just on June 14, 2007. cent Hancock set two Olympic records which one of us had the better day today, “I couldn’t have done it without the and prevailed in a four-target shoot-off and it turned out to be me.” Army Marksmanship Unit,” Hancock said. against Norway’s Tore Brovold to win the Likewise, Brovold tipped his cap to Han- “They help me define my abilities and gold medal in men’s skeet on the Beijing cock. my training methods by allowing me to Shooting Range, Saturday. “It was a very close final,” Brovold said. train with the best in the United States. I “Hooah,” Hancock said after receiving “Vincent is a great shooter and a great couldn’t ask for anything better. They several congratulatory hugs from coach- friend, but I don’t see the silver as a fail- provide me with everything I need: shells, es and teammates. “This is the best feeling ure. I won the silver.” targets and time. They’ve really let me in the world. It’s awesome.” In skeet, shooters move through a semi- move along in my game.” Hancock, 19, of Eatonton, Ga., shot an circular range featuring eight shooting USAMU Soldiers conduct train-the- Olympic record 121 of a possible 125 tar- stations. At each station, targets are trainer events at Fort Benning, Ga., where gets in five qualification rounds and took thrown at least 65 meters from the high they train sergeants and noncommissioned a one-target lead into the final. (10 feet) or low (3 feet) house on either side officers to better prepare their units for de- During the final, Hancock missed his of the range at 55 miles per hour. Com- ployments. 20th shot and finished regulation tied at petitors hold their 12-gauge shotguns at “We’re helping save American lives by 145 with Brovold, who shot a perfect U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit shotgun shooter Pfc. Vincent Hancock, 19, of Eatonton, hip level until the target appears and can teaching the Soldiers what to do in situ- round to force the shoot-off. Ga., sets two Olympic records and prevails in a four-shot shoot-off with Norway's Tore fire only one shot per target. ations that they may need experience “It made me more determined,” Hancock Brovold to win the men's skeet competition at the Beijing Shooting Range, Aug. 16. Hancock was born in Port Charlotte, with,” said Hancock, who has no intention said of missing the low target flying out Fla., and began shooting at age 8. Before of resting on his Olympic laurels. of the sixth station. second just so I can have the pressure on pair. his 11th birthday, he was shooting com- “I’ll just go back home and start train- Brovold drew from a hat to determine myself and not have to put the pressure on Hancock then stepped up and knocked petitively. At age 16, he began rewriting ing again,” he said. “I’ve got a few more who would shoot first in the extra session anybody else. down two targets to clinch the gold with the skeet record books. matches left this year. I’ll try to come out and aligned the stars for Hancock. Both of the co-world record-holders hit a final score of 145 (+4). Brovold fin- Before graduating in 2006 from Gate- on top of those and hit it back hard train- “I actually like going last,” said Han- their first two targets in the extra ses- ished at 145 (+3) to win the silver medal. wood High School in Georgia, Hancock ing for next season. It’s not over. I want cock, who got his wish. “I like shooting sion, but Brovold missed one of his next “I wasn’t expecting him to miss that joined the Army and completed Basic more medals.

•Aug. 31, a 7-mile intermediate The swim is open to the first 250 23 / Saturday hike through Laie Valley entrants. Cost is $25 per swimmer Deep Sea Fishing — Don’t miss your chance to •Sept. 7, a 14-mile advanced if received by Aug. 15. If received catch the big one, Aug. 23. Transportation, cooler hike through Halawa Ridge after Aug. 15, cost is $30. and ice will be provided. Space is available for Hikes begin at 8 a.m., and a $2 Visit www.dukefoundation.org. groups up to six. Cost is $130 for a half-day session. donation is requested of nonmem- Call 655-0143. bers. An adult must accompany Leilehua 2-miler — The Leilehua Send sports announcements children under 18. Hikers meet at Cross Country Team will host a 2- 26 / Tuesday to community@ Iolani Palace, mountainside. mile run Saturday, Aug. 23, at 22 / Today Personal Training Summer Special — Receive 2008 Intramural Flag Football Deadline — hawaiiarmyweekly.com. Bring lunch and water on all Leilehua High School Campus off The deadline to register for the 2008 intramural sea- hikes; wear sturdy shoes, as extra California Avenue in Wahiawa. The one free personal training session when you pur- chase a 10-pack of sessions during the month of Au- son for flag football is Aug. 26, 4 p.m. 23 / Saturday caution may be required on some race for high school aged runners Games take place Sept. 8-Dec. 2 at Schofield, Hike Oahu — Join the Hawaiian trails. will begin at 8 a.m., and an open gust. Call Kristy Osborn, 381-5944, or the Health & Fitness Center, Schofield Barracks, 655-8007. Wheeler, Tripler Army Medical Center and Fort Trail & Mountain Club on a hike Hikers must keep all trails and race for all ages will start at 8:30 Shafter. All active duty, National Guard and Army through Pearl City’s valley and ridge. lunch sites clear of clutter, as well a.m. Cost is $20 ($10 for ages 12 Little Ninja & Me — Sign up today for this pre- Reserve Soldiers in Hawaii are eligible to join teams. This pleasant family loop hike as treat trees and plants with care and below) and T-shirts are in- Entries can be sent to the Sports Office, Stop with only modest ups and downs and respect. Visit www.htmclub.org. cluded in the entry fee. Tae Kwon Do class for 3- to 5-year-olds. The class begins in September at Aliamanu Military Reser- 112, Building 556, Kaala Community Activity Cen- provides spectacular views of the A free breakfast will be provid- ter, Schofield Barracks, or faxed to 655-8012 or Duke’s Ocean Fest vation. Call SKIES Unlimited at 833-5393. Waianae and Koolau crests from — Duke’s ed following the race, along with 438-2470. Call 655-0856 or 438-9572. upper Waimano Valley. There are Waikiki will sponsor an Ocean Mile awards for the top finishers. Same many trail intersections, so you Swim, Aug. 23, 9 a.m., at Duke’s day registration starts at 6:45 a.m. should plan to stay with the group. Canoe Club on Waikiki Beach. on race day. Contact Coach Shawn This intermediate hike is 6 miles. The triangular course will in- Nakata at 256-7159 or leile- Call John Hall at 377-5442. volve swimming out to the chan- [email protected]. Save the date for these upcoming nel, around two inside buoys and hikes, too: returning to the beach. SEE COMMUNITY SPORTS, B-7 SPORTS & FITNESS HAWAII ARMY WEEKLY AUGUST 22, 2008 | B-7 site at www.hbl.org.

Community Football League — The Hawaii Athletic League of Scholars (HA- Sports LOS) is signing up youth players for From B-6 its upcoming spring football sea- son. HALOS, a no-weight limit Money raised will support the tackle football league for ages 9-14, Leilehua CC Team and also help to is a nonprofit group that aspires to pay some daunting medical bills provide a high-quality experience for a recent LHS graduate who was for kids. injured. Visit www.myhalos.com, or call 620-8523. September Wrestlers Wanted — Hawaiian Championship Wrestling seeks new 6 / Saturday members. Applicants should be at Square Dancing Class — The least 6-feet tall, weigh 250 pounds Paradise Shufflers of Pearl City will or have an above average muscu- host a square dancing class, Sept. 6, lar build. 6:30 p.m., at Manana Community Sports background is preferred. Park’s Community Center, Pearl Call 676-8107 for more informa- City. tion. The first two classes are free and cost $2 a class thereafter. Golfers Wanted — Are you Contact Dave Jenkins at 624- looking for a golf group? Military 9490 or [email protected]. or civilian golfers interested in Staff Sgt. Sua Iakopo, cadre, 94th Army Air Missile Defense Command, sneaks the ball past Sgt. Gary Ang, emergency actions watch noncom- playing golf on Sunday mornings misioned officer, U.S. Army-Pacific, during the Tropics CAC Sand Volleyball Open at the Tropics volleyball courts, Sunday. Overnight Bike Ride — Aloha at Leilehua Golf Course should call Single Speeders will hold the 7th 347-8038 or 375-3322. Annual 24 Hours of Hell in Par- Tee time is usually before 8 a.m. adise bike ride, Sept. 6-7, at Kualoa Ranch. Jazzercise — Combine elements Players become royalty on the courts Cost is $55 and bicyclists can of dance, resistance training, Pi- enter online at www.active.com/ lates, yoga, kickboxing and more in Volleyball enthusiasts vie for been nice to see more military get involved,” page/Event_Details.htm?event_id=1 exciting programs for all fitness King of the Beach title during agreed Jan Resuello. 568142. levels at Jazzercise Waikele. All the athletes agreed that playing vol- Visit www.alohasinglespeed- Classes are held Mondays and Tropics Sand Volleyball Open leyball is the best way to spend a weekend. ers.blogspot. com. Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at the “This is a great idea to get people out here Waikele Elementary School cafete- Story and Photos by and have fun,” said Kanai Fo, Navy chief ria. Call 674-1083. KYLE FORD petty officer, USS Port Royal. Ongoing News Editor “It’s better than staying indoors,” Ang Hawaii Youth Triathlon Club — SCHOFIELD BARRACKS — Several dozen added. “It’s a great way to hang out with a Bike Hawaii — Join Bike Children, ages 7-19, are invited to hard-core sand volleyball athletes competed good group of people and get exercise while Hawaii’s professional nature guides join the Hawaii Youth Triathlon for more than $500 in prizes at the Tropics you’re at it.” and explore Oahu from the rain- Club, an organized sport club run CAC (Community Activity Center) Sand Vol- The facility at the Tropics provides excel- forest to the reef. Packages include by athletes. leyball Open, Saturday and Sunday. lent potential for future tournaments, ac- downhill biking, sailing off Waiki- Membership is $50 and includes The “King of the Beach” style competition cording to Fo. ki and more. Meals are included. an annual membership with USA attracted players from all over the island to “The combination of this facility and vol- To schedule adventures, call 734- Triathlon, the sand courts behind the Tropics. leyball is great,” added Smyrychaynski. “The 4214, or toll free 1-877-682-7433. insurance during training, swim “My intention was to introduce Soldiers to worst thing you can have in the tournament Visit www.bikehawaii.com. cap and club certificate, review the local volleyball players in the communi- is down time. Here, there’s food, drinks, video clinics and newsletter. Visit ty,” said Michael Smyrychaynski, Fort Shafter games and televisions to keep players occu- Volunteers Needed — Volun- www.hawaiiyouthtri.com. recreational assistant and tournament or- pied while they are waiting to play.” teers are needed for the Honolulu ganizer. “I wanted to help get them involved In fact, players got the opportunity to Century Ride, Hawaii’s oldest and TOPS — The Take Off Pounds with the great beach volleyball players off Watt Throngtrakal bumps the ball during the watch the women’s Olympic volleyball teams largest cycling event, scheduled for Sensibly (TOPS) support group post.” Tropics CAC Sand Volleyball Open at the Trop- square off between sets on the Tropic’s courts. Sept. 28. meets every Thursday evening at Competition was fierce as seasoned play- ics volleyball courts, Sunday. Prizes were donated by Cutter Ford. Volunteers are needed in a vari- the Armed Services YMCA. Join ers served, blocked, spiked and volleyed for The sand volleyball courts offer regula- ety of areas including as aid station others to share weight loss tips, the title of “King of Tropics Sand Volley- tions watch noncommissioned officer (NCO), tion nets and pits, and also has lights for captains, food and beverage servers, discuss concerns and provide en- ball.” U.S. Army-Pacific. “But we need more peo- night games. For more information on beach greeters and event setup. couragement to each other. “There is definitely a high level of play out ple out here to make it a bigger competition.” volleyball call Michael Smyrychaynski at To sign up, call 735-5756 or e- Call Cheryl at 696-4423 for more here,” said Sgt. Gary Ang, emergency ac- “The tournament is fun, but it would have 438-1152. mail [email protected]. Visit the Web information.