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Hawaii ARINE OLUME UMBER ARINEWWW MCBH USMC MIL PRIL MVM38, N 14 . . . A 4, 2008 Gas, Gas, Gas! Dole Cheer A-3 B-1 C-1 MPD seeks civilians

Lance Cpl. Achilles Tsantarliotis Combat Correspondent

In an effort to increase manpower and reduce strain on the already limited number of military police, Headquarters Marine Corps will add civilian police officers to the garrison military police department. This will also help reduce the need to rely on the Fleet Assistance Program Marines that augment the department, enabling other units to retain Marines and reduce the number they need to provide, or forfeit, to the manpower lacking occupation. Marine Corps Base Hawaii will slowly infuse roughly 117 civilians police officers until fiscal year 2011, to work alongside approximately 100 Military Police Marines that will remain as a part of the new MCB Hawaii Military Police Department structure, allow- ing military police to effectively support both the Fleet Marine Force and Garrison missions while retaining consistent personnel, versus constantly rotating Marines. The slated civilians will be trained in a recently developed civilian military police academy that is approximately eight nine Sgt. Scott Whittington weeks, to train them under the standardized curriculum estab- Marines from 1st Battalion, 12th Marine Regiment, stand at attention while the National Anthem plays during the Hawaii Medal of Honor lished by HQMC, said Capt. Wayne Carr, services officer. ceremony March 25. Marines Lance Cpl. Ryan Lynch of 1/12 and Maj. Douglas Zembiec of Headquarters Battalion, Marine Corps National “They’ll be trained under one curriculum to ensure they’re Capital Region, Henderson Hall in Arlington, Va., were awarded the medal for their service in Iraq. Both were killed in action in Iraq. meeting Marine Corps Standards,” Carr said. “In theory they could move from base to base because the training will have the same standards, except for specific local regulations, the same way Hawaii honors its fallen recruits are trained whether from [Marine Corps Recruiting Depot San Diego] or Parris Island. The academy will train all of the new police officers, regardless of previous background or billet they will hold in the basics of law enforcement with training for specialized military family members jobs coordinated as needed.” Carr said applicants, with one year of experience in law enforcement, or security experience, or an educational equivalent, can Sgt. Scott Whittington Hawaii Medal of Honor at the state capitol ed the medal to the fallen service mem- apply, as long as they meet the criteria, which includes height and U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific building here along with 30 other service bers’ families. weight standards, a physical agility test and a psychological profile members who were killed in action in Iraq. “We are truly grateful for the sacrifices screening. HONOLULU — Lance Cpl. Ryan Lynch To be eligible, a service member would that these families have made,” said K. “We don’t want to make people think because we’re Marines had dreams of working in Hollywood as a have to have been a resident, attended a Mark Takai, Hawaii State Representative that they’re going to have to go on humps, or endure excessive writer, producer and director, and of mar- Hawaii school or been stationed in Hawaii. from the 34th District in a press release. physical training,” Carr said. “At the same time, we are the Marine rying actress/singer Hilary Duff. Tragically, Angela Robinson, Lynch’s mother, was “This medal is just a small token of our Corps so there will be set standards, similar to what you’d find at he was killed in action July 24, 2007, in flown in to accept the award for her son. utmost appreciation of those service mem- a city or county police department. At the academy they’ll go Rushidiyah, Iraq. “It’s such an honor, and I’m proud to bers who [made] the ultimate sacrifice. It through basic physical fitness to give them a foundation and some Lynch, a Louisville, Ky., native and for- know Hawaii recognizes these guys even if tells these families that we also grieve for tools to use in order to develop and maintain the required level of mally an engineer-equipment mechanic they’re strangers,” said Robinson, holding their loss,” Takai added. fitness, which is evaluated annually. Simply put, if they ever need- with 1st Battalion, 12th Marine Regiment, back tears. “They all volunteered to fight One of the medal’s components, the ed to chase someone on foot they must be capable of keeping up, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine for us.” Expeditionary Force, was awarded the This is the third year Hawaii has award- See HONOR, A-5 See SEEKING, A-5 Marine Corps’ best kept secret uncovered

Lance Cpl. Brian A. Marion ple worked hard to provide quality homes to Combat Correspondent Marines and Sailors that weren’t previously available.” MANANA NEIGHBORHOOD, Hawaii — More than 100 Marines, Sailors and hon- The Manana housing district in Pearl City ored guests attended the blessing ceremony opened 51 new homes to Marines and Sailors hosted by Forest City. in a blessing ceremony here March 27. The new homes are the first homes in the See SECRET, A-5 neighborhood with 117 more scheduled for completion throughout the year. The new homes marked a milestone for Forest City Lance Cpl. Regina A. Ruisi Military Communities’ Members of the Marine Corps League Camp Tarawa Detachment, and active-duty service members train- partnership with the ing at the Pohakuloa Training Area, conduct the detachment’s monthly meeting, March 15, at the Department of the Waikoloa Village community center. The detachment, one of two in the Hawaiian Islands, was formed Navy in providing Oct. 6, 2006, and has more than 50 members island-wide. homes for Hawaii Marines. The community was con- Camp Tarawa Detachment structed in 1959 as the Navy Capehart Housing Project and preserves Big Island history transferred to the Marine Corps later that year. Lance Cpl. Regina A. Ruisi In the masses of the meeting, four men in cam- “We desperately Combat Correspondent ouflage utilities saluted and sang along, sharing a needed to get new moment of pride with the Marines and corpsmen homes here,” said Though their hair may be grayer, and their who came before them, who set the stage for their Col. Cosmas Spofford, green covers have been replaced by red and gold, careers in the Marine Corps and Navy. commanding officer, they salute the national colors with the same pre- The special guest introduced themselves, Headquarters and cision, the same pride as they did years ago. thanking the Leaguers for the opportunity to join Service Battalion, Veterans with the Marine Corps League, Camp in the meeting, and the officers conducted the Camp H.M. Smith. Tarawa Detachment, saluted as the color guard meeting as they have once a month since their “The old homes presented the colors in the community center of formation in October 2006. Photos by Lance Cpl. Brian A. Marion were antiquated the Waikoloa Village, March 15, signifying the Jim Browne, commandant of the detachment, Major Todd McMahan, rotary wing aviation officer, G-3, U.S. Marine Corps while these new Forces, Pacific, Camp H.M. Smith, accepts the keys to his new house from Brig. start of their monthly meeting. They stood proud- was one of the detachment’s founding fathers, homes are up to Gen. Rex MacMillian, commanding general, Marine Corps Installations, Mid- ly at attention, as they did years ago, and sang in date. Plenty of peo- Pacific during a Hawaiian blessing ceremony March 27. unison the Marines Hymn. See LEAGUE, A-5 A-2 • APRIL 4, 2008 HAWAII MARINE

NEWSEWS BRIERIEFS Chaplain’s Corner: Leadership

HQMC MMPR/MMSB/CACO Visits to do at the school, and in the of the rest of the team. acter eventually cut themselves end, he was fired; not because While there’s certainly noth- off at the knees. Steven Covey, There will be several Headquarter Marine his job performance itself was ing wrong with ambition, the author of the bestseller Corps briefs on the following dates, times and unsatisfactory, but because his immature leaders display the “Seven Habits of Highly places. The target audience for the brief on Friday managerial style did more harm wrong kind of ambition. Their Effective People” put it this is E-5 through O6. All than good. Yet this is not an ambition is not for the success way: He writes, “Many people Marines and Sailors are invited to attend the isolated case. You don’t have to of the team, but it’s for them- with secondary greatness – that CACO brief's on April 14 and 15th. The look very far to find leaders selves! They’re not focused on is, social recognition for their Manpower sergeant major will give a brief Friday with undeveloped character the here and now, but they’re talents – lack primary greatness at 3 p.m. for the target audience of E8/E9 spoiling their effectiveness on looking down the road, trying or goodness in their character although all staff noncommissioned officers and the job. to position themselves for the … ” I like how he puts it there. officers are invited to attend. Usually the problem is not “bigger, better thing.” Secondary greatness evident in the outward num- Sometimes this character involves your leadership posi- HQMC MMPR/MMSB SCHEDULE bers. In manufacturing, the deficiency is revealed when tion. Primary greatness same number of widgets may leaders feel threatened by the involves the goodness of your Friday, 9 – 11 a.m., Conference Room 3, 3rd Navy Lt. John A. Carter still be produced. In service, the success of their followers and character. The key to effective deck, Bldg 1 MCBH Chaplain same number of customers may view power as a means to dom- leadership is not privilege nor Friday, 1 – 4 p.m., K-Bay Base Theater be helped, but the problem inate others. It should go with- power, but mature character. Recently, I read in the news becomes evident in the rela- out saying that these things As ironic as it may seem, it CACO SCHEDULE how a powerful college presi- tionships. should not be so. involves a dose of compassion dent was forced to resign after a It’s evident in how the leader The most effective leaders and modesty. Bottom line: the April 14, 7:30 – 11:30 a.m., K-Bay Base Theater short tenure at the institution manages people. It’s revealed by are those who highly value manner in which the leader April 14, 1 – 5 p.m., K-Bay Base Theater because he was hated by just the morale problems in the their team. Their subordinates treats his followers is critically April 15, 7:30 – 11:30 a.m., K-Bay Base Theater about everyone who had to shop that result from an abra- recognize their contributions important to how well those work with him. He readily sive management style that are significant and that they’re followers perform. DCIPS Schedule admitted that he had an abra- wounds followers. valued. People in that kind of The effective leader cannot sive personal style, but he Sometimes inadequate char- environment are more apt to simply be results driven; he April 15, 1 – 4:30 p.m., K-Bay Joint Education thought that as long as his actu- acter shows when a superior go the extra mile. Morale is must also be concerned about Center al performance was superior, manipulates his subordinates or likely to improve, and ulti- the morale of his people. That’s everything would be fine. How deceives them. Relationships mately the leader is more effec- a lesson that our college presi- For more information, contact Staff Sgt. wrong he was. His character are fragmented and those inter- tive. dent friend learned the hard Carodine at 257-8862. undermined everything he tried personal issues sap the strength Leaders with deficient char- way.

HPU Now Offering More Exams On-Site Through Pearson VUE Home, Sweet Home! Service members here now have more options when it comes to taking a certification or licen- sure exam. Hawaii Pacific University has teamed up with Pearson VUE, to start delivering comput- Choosing between living on or off base er-based certification exams such as NREMT, AMT, PTCB, CompTIA, Cisco, and many others to serv- Lance Cpl. Regina A. Ruisi next, corporals then junior enlist- has a lot of programs for spouses ice members. Combat Correspondent ed warriors last. The wait list for a of deployed Marines and Sailors The exam prices vary by exam, and eligible per- lance corporal to get into 802 families may not find out about sonnel have the opportunity to be reimbursed for One of the important ques- housing can be anywhere from without being on base. approved license and certification tests under the tions a service member and their eight months to a year! For myself, I chose the benefits Montgomery G.I. Bill. spouse have to consider is this: is While off-base housing has no of living off base. While I may For more information, visit http://www. pear it better to live on base or off wait, service members and their have to drive 10 minutes to get to sonvue.com/militarycertify or contact Dave Terry base? families may have to deal with work, I won’t be stressing about at 534-8056. Marine Corps Base Hawaii has issues like long drives to work how long a wait is, and I’ll be liv- some beautiful new housing, (including traffic during rush ing in a house I picked out Important Phone Numbers: including a whole slew of priva- hours) and problems with land- myself. Being able to save money tized housing, and with the ben- lords or neighbors. Those who because of a dual-active duty On-Base Emergencies 911 efits of living on base, the answer choose to live off base should marriage was also a contributing Military Police 257-7114 should be clear. On paper, it looks carefully research the house, factor to my decision because, Child Protective Service 832-5300 great. Safe area, close to work landlord and neighborhood honestly, every little bit counts to Fraud, Waste, Abuse & EEO 257-8852 (save on money spent on gas), before signing a lease. Take sideration the distance depend- a newly married couple. And per- Business Management Hotline 257-3188 utilities are paid for, you don’t advantage of the legal office here ents will be from base during a sonally, seeing the front gate in Pothole & Streetlight Repair 257-2380 have to deal with questionable and have the lease reviewed service member’s deployment is the rear-view mirror daily will be Base Information 449-7110 landlords, heck, you don’t even before signing it. Taking into con- also important, because the base a nice break from work. MCBH Duty Chaplain 257-7700 have to mow your front lawn. DEERS 257-2077 How could anyone debate it? Service members and their Editor’s Note: families have to list the pros and NAMs abound cons, and come to a decision In the March 14 edition of the Hawaii Marine that’s best for their lifestyle. For we ran the incorrect caption for the lead photo- dual-active duty couples, living graph that accompanied the story “Island Warriors off base gives them the chance to check projects in villages.” The caption should put away money they wouldn’t have read as such: “First Lt. Caleb Wells, platoon spend on housing, while living in commander, Weapons Platoon, Company G, 2nd base housing, their full basic battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, Regimental allowance for housing will be Combat taken. For Marines with depend- Team 1, agrees with a local Iraqi Security Forces ents, living off base in Kaneohe official March 5 in Fallujah, Iraq. Wells, along with or Kailua may get pricey, so living his Hawaii-based Marines, visited the Shohabi in base housing might be the Village to negotiate contracts to ensure that right decision. rebuilding the village will go smoothly. The Island Living on base gives service Warriors are currently serving a seven-month members and their families close deployment in support of Operation Iraqi access to military benefits, like Freedom.” the low prices of the commissary and exchange, as well as an entire “mini city” complete with movie theater, skate park, sports fields and gyms. Marines and Sailors Hawaii who live off base can still take advantage of these perks, but ARINE have to make their way down the M Lance Cpl. Achilles Tsantarliotis H3 to use them. www.mcbh.usmc.mil The downside of base housing Colonel Mark A. Dungan, commanding officer, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, and Sgt. Maj. Erik H. Shirreffs, acting sergeant major, MCB Hawaii, present five Navy Achievement Medals to MCB Hawaii Marines dur- is the unpredictable wait list. Commanding Officer Col. M. A. Dungan ing a ceremony March 27, at Anderson Hall Mess Hall. The recipients included Lance Cpl. Krister Clark, Base Sergeant Major Sgt. Maj. Daniel J. Fierle Service members can wait any- Public Affairs Officer Maj. Christopher M. Perrine property clerk, mess hall; Sgt. Michael Diaz, training noncommissioned officer, mess hall; Sgt. Kentrell Deputy Director 1st Lt. Binford R. Strickland where from a month to a year for Allen, galley captain, mess hall; Staff Sgt. Richard Miner, Marine Corps Food Management Information Public Affairs Chief Gunnery Sgt. Demetrio J. Espinosa base housing, and privatized System staff noncommissioned officer, mess hall; and Sgt. Jeffrey Caraway, productions chief, Combat Managing Editor Sgt. Macario P. Mora Jr. housing has priority groups that Camera, Headquarters Battalion. Corporal Michael Parnapy, MCFMIS clerk, mess hall, received a NAM as Press Chief Cpl. Mark Fayloga well, but was not present at the ceremony. Layout/Design Editor Priya S. Jenkins place sergeants in the first groups, Photojournalist Christine Cabalo Community Relations Cpl. Rick Nelson staff noncommissioned officers Combat Correspondent Cpl. Chadwick deBree Combat Correspondent Lance Cpl. Regina Ruisi Combat Correspondent Lance Cpl. Brian Marion Combat Correspondent Lance Cpl. Alesha R. Guard Combat Correspondent Lance Cpl. Achilles Tsantarliotis Weekend weather outlook Hawaii Marine is an authorized publication for members of the Department of Defense. Hawaii Marine is published by MidWeek Printing, Inc., a private firm in no way connected with the U.S. Marine Today Saturday Sunday Corps, under exclusive contract to the U.S. Marine Corps. 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Marines from Headquarters Battalion familiarize themselves with the components of the gas mask, including which ones are A Marine regrets incorrectly using his mask, and feels the “nasal clearing” effects critical to filtering gas, and double checking for a tight seal, Tuesday, during the Mask Confidence Exercise. of the CS gas, Tuesday, during the Mask Confidence Exercise. Gas, Gas, Gas! Annual training contributes to all round combat readiness

Lance Cpl. warfare,” Hendricks said. “So it’s Achilles Tsantarliotis important to help them feel safe Combat Correspondent and confident using their [precau- tionary] gear.” While some people may dread it, After the briefing, they began others might enjoy it and a select focusing on correct employment of few are completely paralyzed with the mask and what to expect inside fear at the notion of entering a the gas chamber, and what not to hardly spacious, eerily lit, gas filled do in the gas chamber. room. “It’s important to try and hit on And for those timid few, over- the warfare that will most likely be coming any anxiety or doubt is one used,” said Sgt. William Patnode, of the reasons for the annually CBRN chief, S-3, HQBN. “It also required Mask Confidence Exercise. helps them from being bored and Marines from Headquarters retaining what they’re taught – Battalion were offered the opportu- because it’s very real. The [gas nity Tuesday, to help reiterate and chamber] is the only place they can remind them, especially during a practice correct use of their mask, time of war; chemical, biological, and become comfortable. I could nuclear and radiological warfare is a have them put it on outside but realistic scenario and that a contin- they wouldn’t take it seriously or ual state of combat readiness is one wouldn’t realize leaks. With the CS of the Marine Corps’ top priorities. gas, they know if they did some- “We help build confidence that thing wrong. This way they build the mask will protect them,” said experience and it’s good to provide Cpl. Jeremiah Hendricks, CBRN that to them.” chief, S-3, HQBN. “We remind them After demonstrating proper a [CBRN attack] is definitely a pos- employment of the gas mask, the sibility. We also tell them what’s class tried it on, and familiarized The irritating gas ensures Marines are familiar with correctly operating their gas mask by seaping through poorly fastened commonly being used right now, themselves with the straps. They masks, and lingering in weakly cleared air valves, indicating poor application. The CS gas uncomfortably simulates the inabil- like chlorine in [vehicle born got a general idea of how tight it ity to quickly wield their masks, and clear it, with a stinging, burning and sometimes manic inducing sensation. improvised explosive devices.]” should be by pushing on the air The Marines first complete a release and blowing, testing the seal During the first groups training in being promoted to sergeant during ed tearing up too, ‘cause I sneezed briefing on various CBRN attacks, for when they remove the gas the chamber, the Marines stood at the training. and the CS got all up in my eye.” effects, likeliness and whatever masks in the chamber, effectively position of attention after some of “It happened last minute,” said Tuesday marked another annual countermeasures might be able to breaking the seal, and putting it their various aerobic exercises, not Sgt. Wesley Glover, range pit non- requirement for some of the Marines be employed. back on after clearing it of the gas, because of another strange command commissioned officer, HQBN. “It was of HQBN, leaving one less require- “Tyrants and military leaders in hopefully smoothly, without “suck- heard behind the muffled masks, but pretty motivating though – getting ment in an endless preparation of the past have used these types of ing gas.” because a motivated corporal was promoted in the gas chamber. I start- combat readiness.

Photos by Lance Cpl. Achilles Tsantarliotis While some people eagerly anticipate exiting the chamber, some Marines, like newly promoted Sgt. Wesley Glover, pit noncommissioned officer, HQBN, prefer their promotion ceremony amidst the clouds of CS gas. A-4 • APRIL 4, 2008 HAWAII MARINE

Photos by Lance Cpl. Regina A. Ruisi Marines, Sailors and volunteers at the West Hawaii Veterans’ Cemetery climb the cemetery’s hill, carrying shovels, plants and trees to be planted up the hillside March 16. The service members took a day out of their training at the Pohakuloa Training Area on the Big Island to help beautify the cemetery. Service members beautify Big Island vets cemetery

Lance Cpl. Regina A. Ruisi “It was a disgrace as a place to lay our Stevens, as well as members of the local Combat Correspondent deceased veterans,” Stevens said. “It’s chapter of the Marine Corps League, the been transformed with the help of people Camp Tarawa Detachment, who were POHAKULOA TRAINING AREA — like yourselves coming out here. It’s really present for the event. More than 25 Marines and Sailors training something we feel is our calling to do. As “A lot of veterans who were former at the Pohakuloa Training Area on the Big military people, we know war and train- Marines have gotten involved in the res- Island of Hawaii volunteered their Sunday ing are hard on the natural world. This is cue, so having active duty Marines come to beautify the West Hawaii Veterans’ our way to pay it back.” out and help us is really appropriate and Cemetery March 16, contributing to the The service members worked hard in very special,” Stevens said. cemetery’s ongoing reforestation project. the Hawaii sun, carrying trees up a steep After putting the plants into the The service members represented 1st hillside and planting them in lava-rock ground, the Marines and Sailors had the Battalion, 12th Marine Regiment and 1st strewn earth. They felt the pride in shar- opportunity to dedicate them to someone Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment. ing the time with veterans of wars long special, contributing to the cemetery’s Three van-loads of service members past, as well as giving something to the “Forest of Loved Souls,” where former vol- traveled down from PTA’s mountains, families of former service members who unteers dedicated their plants to a fallen rolled up their sleeves, and planted trees would visit the cemetery. service member. and shrubs on the cemetery’s hillside, “This is an opportunity for the Marines “I can guarantee your country loves helping to contribute to what has been to interact with the local community and you,” Stevens said to the volunteers, most called the “Arlington of the Pacific.” Marine Corps veterans and help honor of them veterans in their own right of “We’re trying to do the same thing as the fallen comrades who are buried operations Iraqi and Enduring Freedom. Arlington, and it’s happening, and you there,” said Cmdr. Kal McAlexander, regi- “You need to feel that in the marrow of are going to do your part as well, so thank mental chaplain, 3rd Marine Regiment. your bones. Thank you for coming out you,” Dr. Richard Stevens, project coordi- “In a larger sense, it’s good for the here.” nator and Vietnam-era Marine, said to the Marines and Sailors to help bring the bal- The service members returned the volunteering service members. “It’s pretty ance back to the ecology of the Island. praise, thanking Stevens and the Marine exciting to think we’re going to have all They not only get an appreciation for the Corps Leaguers for their service to the this muscle and energy to help make the sacrifices of those who have gone before country and the chance to be involved in cemetery green.” them and honor them, they have the a worthwhile project. Sergeant Anthony Nickum, artillery electronics maintenance chief, The Marines and Sailors helped plant opportunity to give back to the Island of “It was an honor planting trees for the 1st Battalion, 12th Marine Regiment, plants a shrub along the hillside of the West Hawaii Veterans’ Cemetery March 16. Nickum and 57 trees on the cemetery grounds that had Hawaii.” vets,” said Sgt. Michael Herzberger, his fellow Marine and Sailor volunteers planted 57 trees and plants, once been called a “dustbowl” for its lack After the work was done, the Marines assaultman, 1/3. “It’s always a pleasure to contributing to the cemetery’s reforestation project. of greenery. and Sailors had the chance to speak with support a community that supported us.” Propel to move forward

Photos by Christine Cabalo Sitting in the co-pilot's seat, Navy Lt. Bradley Gilberston, control Parked in front of Hangar 104, a P-3 Orion stands on display during a seminar Monday. Seminar visitors toured the plane and learned plane commander, Patrol Squadron 4, shows visitors how to oper- how the Navy plans to replace the Orion with a P-8A Poseidon jet as late as 2012. The Poseidon planes would require fewer personnel ate the controls of a P-3 Orion. and fuel to maintain. HAWAII MARINE APRIL 4, 2008 • A-5

SEEKING, from A-1 Police, will be a civilian held billet, offering a high ranking we’re not training them to the position to better relate to the standard of running civilian employees, add bal- marathons.” ance to the department struc- The supplementing civilian ture, and offer an avenue for police officers will provide the advancement for our civilian base with a fully staffed depart- police officers.” ment, and provide longevity to The new academy for the law enforcement so they can civilian police is expected to grow with the base, becoming begin in the first week of May, part of the community in a here at the Military Police sense, said Master Sgt. Patrick Department, Carr said. The Torkelson, Operations Chief, civilian police officers will be MPD, MCBH. trained by five Marine Corps Carr said the new police Civilian Police Academy cur- structure was designed to help riculum certified instructors, retain civilian police officers, ensuring that they are profes- offering advancement and the sionally trained officers and opportunity for professional fully capable of conducting the growth, no different than their law enforcement mission and military counterparts. upholding the base’s security. “Since the change to infuse Civilians or departing mili- civilians into the military tary service members interested police department,” Carr in applying, or have any ques- explained, “the new positions tions regarding the Marine have been created so that the Corps Civilian Law basic patrolman has something Enforcement program and the to aspire to and they don’t feel positions that will be available, like they’ve entered another can go to http://www.us dead end job. The Provost mccle.com to learn more about Marshal billet will still be held the program, or call the by a Marine, but the job under Human Resources Office at the PM, the Deputy Chief of 257-1377 or 257-2525.

Lance Cpl. Brian A. Marion Standards for MCBH Major Todd McMahan and his wife, talk to Neil Abercrombie, U.S. House of Representatives, in their new home after a Hawaiian blessing ceremony. The McMahan's home is one of the 51 new homes turned over to the Marine Corps from Forest City Military Communities. civilian police SECRET, from A-1 are on or ahead of schedule. It has to do and the old ones. You kind of get desen- with contractors. On this site we have sitized to what was here before, but now, To be eligible, some standards and requirements apply. “The real reward for us is events like Hunt Building Company, and they have you can actually see the new homes from Here’s what it takes, regarding physical requirements, to be today, and it’s happening every day,” done a real marvelous job.” the H2, and they’re actually back on the a part of MCB Hawaii’s civilian police. said John Wallensworth, senior vice pres- Each of the new homes already con- map now. I appreciate all of the work Eligible applicants will undergo a five event physical fit- ident, FCMC Hawaii. “This event is par- structed are 40 percent more energy effi- [FCMC] has done.” ness test to determine suitability for the aforementioned ticularly fun for me because we’ve done cient than the old homes. Each two- The homes speak for themselves as line of work, and unlike their military counterparts, the this with the Navy, but today we finally story home has solar heated water, the presentation of the keys gave the physical fitness test is a pass or fail test. get to do one of these with the Marine ceiling fans in each room, centralized air first tenants, a look inside their new Crunches, to demonstrate balance and core abdomi- Corps.” conditioning and other utilities, making home. nal muscular endurance. Applicants must complete a min- Each of the new homes cost about them unique in their own way. “My wife and I love our new home,” imum of 25 correct crunches in under a minute to pass. $400,000 to build with most of the con- “This is truly a once in a lifetime said Maj. Todd McMahan, rotary wing 300 meter run, displaying agility, cardiovascular fit- struction ahead of schedule. event in the Marine Corps,” said Col. aviation officer, G-3, U.S. Marine Corps ness, and the ability to potentially keep up with any sus- “The contractors have done a really Mark Dungan, commanding officer, Forces, Pacific, Camp H.M. Smith. “It’s pects fleeing on foot. Cardiovascular health is important remarkable job,” said Jim Ramirez, vice Marine Corps Base Hawaii. “It only hap- beautiful, and we feel really blessed and because it generally indicates a physically fit body. president of construction, FCMC. “In the pens about every 50 or 60 years in the fortunate to have the opportunity to Pushups, demonstrating upper body muscular future, what we’re doing for the Marines Marine Corps. [The construction] has come to Hawaii. We’ve been waiting to endurance. Applicants will perform pushups with feet and is building around 1,300 homes within been a team effort, and I can tell you it’s move into Manana housing since last palms shoulder width apart, and backs level. To pass, a the next few years. At the moment, we a big difference between these homes summer, and it’s been worth the wait.” minimum of 20 pushups correctly executed in two minutes or less is the requirement. A 1.5-mile run, displaying endurance and aerobic fit- LEAGUE, from A-1 ing were met with open arms, ness. Applicants must complete run in no more than 16:28 swapping training and deploy- minutes. who chose the name for its his- ment experiences with the for- 25-foot dummy drag, an overall demonstration of core torical relevance to the Big mer Marines. The visitors heard strength and capacity to perform defensive tactics train- Island. stories from Marines who met ing, and equally important for rescues and use of force sit- “It was time there was a Chesty Puller, stories from uations. The dummy, approximately 150 pounds, must be Marine Corps League detach- Marines who fought in places dragged in a controlled manner for 25 feet. ment here,” Browne said. “We they had only read about in text To see the various benefits and competitive saleries want to keep the history and books. offered by the Marine Corps visit http:/www.usmccle.com. tradition of Camp Tarawa Today’s service members alive.” shared their own stories about Lance Cpl. Regina A. Ruisi Camp Tarawa, where the sands of Afghanistan and HONOR, from A-1 Marines from 2nd Marine Sergeant Michael Herzberger, assaultman, 3rd Marine Regiment, Iraq, and both generations Cpl. Benjamin Simmons, machine gunner, 3rd Marines, and Petty Division trained for amphibious learned there was very little dif- taro leaves, represents Ohana, the Hawaiian word for family. This Officer 3 rd Class Michael Rogers, corpsman, Bravo Company, 1st assaults in the Gilbert Islands Battalion, 3rd Marines, listen to war stories from Korean war veter- ference between the genera- word was used more than a few times during the ceremony. and 5th Marine Division an Jim Browne, March 15. Browne, the commandant of the Marine tions of Marines. “This is Hawaii’s way to remember their sacrifice,” said Army trained for the assault on Iwo Corps League Camp Tarawa Detachment, invited the Marines and “It was great to have Marines Maj. Gen. Robert G.F. Lee, adjutant general, Hawaii National Jima between 1943 and 1945, is Sailor, who were training at the Pohakuloa Training Area, to the of the old generation and new Guard. “They will always be a part of our Ohana.” detachment’s monthly meeting at the Waikoloa Village community just one of Hawaii’s significant generation telling stories,” said Robinson said her son’s body was returned to Louisville and center. military-related historical Cpl. Benjamin Simmons, was treated like a dignitary. More than 800 people attended the sights, and seemed, to Browne, and has 51 members, both for- Pokakuloa Training Area. The machine gunner, 3rd Marine funeral and the procession was more than two miles long. a fitting name for the detach- mer Marines, corpsmen and Marines are happy for the Regiment. “It blows your mind “Being a Marine meant everything to him,” said Robinson. ment. chaplains, as well as family opportunity to show the sup- the way things haven’t really “He always was saying, ‘life doesn’t go on unless you serve your “A lot of detachments are members. The former service port for the Marines training for changed. The Marine Corps is country. It’s my duty. I’m doing it for you and my country.’” named after a Marine, and we’re members come from all genera- Iraq and Afghanistan deploy- such an old organization and to One other Marine was recognized, but a representative from a little different,” Browne said, tions of the Corps, representing ments at PTA, Browne said. see the old and new see things his family was not available to accept the honor. Maj. Douglas with a smile. “History and tradi- every war from World War II, to “We put together two visits a the same way is awesome.” Zembiec, an Albuquerque, N.M., native and a 1995 Naval tion are the lifeblood of our Korea, Vietnam and even the year to the base,” Browne said. The Marines and corpsman Academy graduate, died May 11, 2007 while conducting combat Corps. History is quickly forgot- first Iraq war. “It’s easy to say you support the were grateful for the opportuni- operations in Baghdad, Iraq. He was assigned to Headquarters ten, and we’re keeping it alive. The Marines do community troops, but by going out there ty to spend the afternoon with Battalion, Marine Corps National Capital Region, Henderson We’re the only detachment I service, like volunteering at and seeing what’s going on, we the detachment members, rel- Hall, Arlington, Va. know of that is history based local veteran’s cemeteries, personally get to support the ishing in the stories the former “We live under a blanket of freedom,” said Calvin Say, Speaker and history driven.” planting gardens for wheel- troops.” Marine could tell them, amazed of the state House of Representatives. Say expressed sorrow he The detachment is one of chair-bound vets and visiting The Marines and corpsman at the history come to life felt for the families’ losses but also how grateful he was for the two in the Hawaiian Islands, service members training at the attending the March 15 meet- before them. service members’ sacrifices. A-6 • APRIL 4, 2008 HAWAII MARINE AROUND THE CORPS

Iraqi and Coalition force leadership, who worked extensively Haditha hospital together to create plans for an improved hospital in Haditha, Iraq, start the hospital renova- revampd, improved tion with a heave of their shovels March 26. The hospital was previously damaged by an facilities available insurgent explosion. Once complete, the hospital will have a new administrative wing, more Cpl. Shawn Coolman Coalition forces and Iraqi hospital beds, a new air condi- 1st Marine Division leaders exchanged gratitude tioning system and a new sur- toward each other. gery facility for the patients. HADITHA, Iraq — A cele- “I would like to thank bration of smiles from corner everybody who helped re- to corner filled the radiology build and re-establish the hos- waiting room March 26 at the pital, and I am especially hospital in Haditha, Iraq. thankful for the Coalition The hospital, which was forces,” said Dr. Walid Abd-Al- previously damaged by an Khaliq, the hospital’s director. insurgent explosion, held a Cpl. Shawn Coolman ground-breaking ceremony to commemorate the new facilities that will be reconstructed. “When we showed up to the hospital, it was function- ing like a [U.S.] hospital in the ‘50s,” said Lt. Cmdr. Michael A. Wilson, assistant battalion surgeon, 3rd Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment, Regimental Combat Team 5. “They could- n’t even do basic hygiene.” “With improved security, [we] got funding to get this place fixed,” added Wilson. Navy Capt. John H. Nadeau, battalion surgeon, 3rd Bn., 23rd Marine Regiment, oversaw the hospital’s improvement plan. “When [3rd Bn., 23rd Marines] came here six months ago, [Lt. Col. Dave G.] Bellon, [commanding officer, 3rd Bn., 23rd Marines], insist- ed that we go see the medical team here,” said Nadeau, who is also a medical professor at Vanderbilt University. “Haditha was very fortunate because they had excellent doctors, but what Haditha needed were the tools for the doctors to do their jobs.” A few tools that are being created at the hospital include a new administrative wing, more hospital beds, a new air conditioning system and a new surgery facility for the patients. The reconstruction process isn’t complete yet, but the hospital’s future looks promis- ing and it will be able to offer the people adequate medical care. Nadeau is hopeful about the future of the area and what this facility is going to bring to the people now and in the future. “[The hospital] means everything; everybody needs good medical care,” said Nadeau as he expressed his thoughts to a doctor at the hospital. “Haditha is going to get the hospital it deserves when it’s done,” said Nadeau. “Where little girls like Amenah can get the care she needs without going to America.” Amenah is a 2-year-old girl from Haditha who had a con- genital heart defect that required surgery. The present hospital in Haditha was unable to perform the operation, so Amenah was flown to the U.S. where she had suc- cessful surgery and is now back in Haditha. “This project, as well as any other, will have far reaching benefits to the people of Haditha in the future,” said Lt. Cmdr. James H. Lee, a civil engineer. “I can’t wait to get to work.” As the ground-breaking ceremony came to a close, Hawaii MMARINEARINE L IFESTYLESIFESTYLES HAWAIILMARINE B SECTION WWW.MCBH.USMC.MIL APRIL 4, 2008

Visitors wait to board the Pineapple Express, a 20-minute audio- A family cools off outside the plantation’s country store with some guided train ride that visitors can ride to learn about the history of of the famous DoleWhip, a pineapple flavored icecream. pineapples, their cultivation process and Hawaii’s agriculture.

Visitors can get an up-close view of Hibiscus, Lei, Ti leaf, Bromeliads, as well as a variety of other native trees and vegetation while walking through the Plantation Garden tour. Experience a taste of Oahu Lance Cpl. Alesha R. Guard Combat Correspondent

nly a short trip away from and the World’s Largest Maze. The Pineapple Express is a 20-minute au- Lutkahus, with a laugh. “I wondered if it Marine Corps Base Hawaii “It was really cool getting a close look at dio-guided train ride that takes visitors ever ended!” is one of Hawaii’s famous at- the native fruits and flowers,” said Troy through two miles of beautiful North The Pineapple Garden Maze covers three tractions: Dole Plantation’s “pineapple ex- Lutkahus. “I learned a lot by just walking Shore. acres of land making over three miles of perience.” through the gardens.” While enjoying the ride you can learn paths made out of more than 11,000 kinds A fun, interactive and informational at- The self-guided Plantation Garden tour about the history of pineapples, their culti- of Hawaiian plants. traction on the island of Oahu, the planta- includes Hibiscus, Lei, Ti leaf, Bromeliads, vation process and Hawaii’s agriculture. “I’m glad we got to spend the day here,” tion provides a day full of activities for as well as a variety of other native trees and The Lutkahus’ s stopped by the Country Troy Lutkahus said. “It was well-worth the visitors of all ages to enjoy. vegetation. Visitors can also learn about Store next to cool off before trying out the trip to see everything the plantation had.” “My boys and I had a great time at the irrigation and early plantation maze. The Dole plantation is near Wahiawa in plantation today,” said Suzzanne workers. “The pineapple icecream was delicious Central Oahu, about a 45-minute drive Lutkahus, visiting on vacation from Illi- “After walking through and actually tasted like real pineapple,” from MCB Hawaii. Tours are relatively in- nois. “Its an experience you can’t get any- the garden, we rode the said Adam Lutkahus. “It definitely hit the expensive with a military discount for fam- where else.” train and learned how spot.” ilies and group packages are available. The Dole Plantation entertains over a James Dole began the After trying the world famous Dole- For your next family outing, get million visitors a year and sells over 3,500 Dole fruit company,” said Whip, the boys found their way through “Hawaii’s complete pineapple experience” pineapples each week. Suzzanne Lutkahus. the Pineapple Maze, claimed world’s and visit Oahu’s Dole Plantation. A military discount is offered for the “He created the first pineapple planta- largest maze in the 2001 Guiness Book of For more information on the Dole Plan- main attractions including the Plantation tion and his company was named after World Records. tation, contact (808) 621-8480 or visit Garden, the Pineapple Express Train Tour him when he passed away,” she added. “The maze was huge!” said Adam http://www.dole-plantation.com/

Photos by Lance Cpl. Alesha R. Guard Only a short trip away from Marine Corps Base Hawaii is one of Hawaii’s famous attractions: Dole Plantation’s “pineapple experience.” A fun, interactive and informational attraction to the island of Oahu, the plantation provides a day full of activities for visitors of all ages to enjoy. The Dole Plantation entertains more than a million visitors a year and sells over 3,500 pineapples each week.

Head out the main gate anc continue on the H3 West. 16 miles Take the exit onto the H1 West toward Pearl City. 5 miles irections to Take exit 8A to merge onto H2 North toward Wahiawa. 8 miles Approximately 31.7 miles, about 42 minutes to drive Take exit 8 toward Wahiawa .3 miles Merge onto S Kamehameha Hwy. 2.7 miles Turn right at Kamehameha Hwy. 108 feet Dole Plantation The Dole Plantation will be on your right. Enjoy B-2 • APRIL 4, 2008 HAWAII MARINE

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

1/4 — No Impact, No Idea Horrendous. Among the worst of the worst in its genre. Dedicating time to this is not only wasteful, but unforgivable. Avoid at all costs. 2/4 — High And To The Right Mediocrity at its best. Lacks a few things that might have made it really good. A decent time waster, partake only if you have nothing better to do. Winning the 3/4 — On Target Praiseworthy. A great endeavor, not FAILED EPIC quite an instant classic but still very entertaining. This is a sound invest- ment of your time. ‘Long War’

Mammoth expectations 4/4 — Confirmed Kill Ray Rippel deliberately waged against civil- Genius. In the top 10 percent of its Special to the Hawaii Marine ians with the purpose of destroy- genre. This is the stuff legends are ing their will to support either forced into extinction made of. Missing out on it would be a disservice to yourself. Pick up your daily newspaper leaders or policies that the agents and you will find no term used of such violence find objection- Lance Cpl. Brian A. Marion the saber-tooth tiger in the movie. So, there you have it and we hope you enjoy more extensively — and more able.” That’s a definition that hits Combat Correspondent The only part the huge cat our weekly reviews. Don’t forget, The Hawaii poorly defined — than terrorism. a little too close to home for played was drowning under some Marine accepts submissions from its readers so One can generally organize the many, so Carr often uses a differ- I guess the first clue I should’ve debris and saving the hero’s life if you consider yourself a film buff, music afi- competing definitions into two ent, less inflammatory term — received about the movie “10,000 from some natives. The poor cat cianado, gaming geek or bookworm feel free to schools of thought, divided by unlimited war. BC” was when I walked into the didn’t even get to use the fangs submit your own reviews. Or, if you disagree the notion of legitimacy. One His thesis is that unlimited war theater five minutes before it was they’re renowned for. He with a review published and want fellow read- side’s argument is pretty much ought to be repudiated as a legiti- scheduled to play, and found my- could’ve at least fed the poor ers to know the real scoop, send in a condensed summed up by the aphorism mate strategy in the twenty-first self staring into an empty room. thing. review and we’ll run it as a second opinion. "one man's terrorist is another century, just as piracy, slavery I should’ve turned around right The movie did have a pretty man's freedom fighter.” The and genocide were repudiated in then and there and asked to ex- good fight scene near the end other side denies terrorism is ever the nineteenth and twentieth change my ticket for a different where a herd of mammoths stam- a legitimate tactic — that terror- centuries. I found his arguments movie. pedes through hundreds of Better Know ism crosses some line of barbarity convincing. But instead, my stub- slave handlers, but the that should never be crossed. Carr turns the Machiavellian born self decided to give movie lacked a solid story- Governments of sovereign states assertion that the “ends justify this movie a chance and sat line and had several incon- A Critic tend to take this position; the means” on its head and through the entire spectacle. sistencies through its hence, America’s Global argues the means validate I must say the part that ex- entirety. The first movie Lance Cpl. Brian A. War on Terrorism. the ends. He examines Marion can remember seeing was cited me the most were the Emerich also tries to “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.” But here’s the rub: a wide variety of con- previews of movies coming mystify the movie a bit by “Back then, they faced the Shredder, and governments that de- flicts, large and small, in May. adding prophecies and a he was just awesome.” Since then, he’s fine terrorism as starting as far back as The movie starts with priest sect, turning the end grown fondest of the Science Fiction wholly illegitimate are the Roman Empire genre because, “It allows my imagination the main character, D Leh into some weird ritual to run rampant.” For him, “A storyline faced with a predica- and culminating with (Steven Strait), as a where the leader that can capture your attention and hold ment: if terrorism is the current conflict in it along with stunning visual effects is child who sees his calls himself a god MARION something morally Afghanistan. In each future love, Evolet and forces slaves to what makes a movie great.” reprehensible (and he illustrates how (Camilla Belle), carried to the lo- build him a pyramid. Ray Rippel first fell in love with since no government waging war against a cal medicine woman after “four- Overall, I would recommend books when his stepmother started wants to self-indict) civilian population ul- legged demons” destroy her village. this movie to anyone who wants reading to him as a young child. the boundary between it and le- timately backfired on the offend- For him, “Books are amazing things, real- The movie then skips a few to see a movie just for the com- ly. They require no batteries, are com- gitimate wartime conduct must ing country. years and now the children are puter generated animation, but if pletely portable, and, if you let them, can carefully gerrymander in such a If terrorism had a birth- grown men and women compet- you want to see something with a improve your life immeasurably.” As a way to exclude any act of war place, Carr would suggest it was ing for the white spear (whoever storyline mixed in, go see some- recently retired colonel from the Army perpetrated by that particular in the ancient capital city of Reserve, he enjoys reading everything, is in possesion leads the tribe) thing else. but military history, science, travel and country. In other words, the most Carthage. It was there the Ro- and the hand of Evolet. If you still want to see this RIPPEL horror are his favorites. important part of any country’s mans defeated the Carthaginians The only positive aspect movie, wait until it comes to the definition of terrorism is that it completely, during the Third “10,000 BC” had going for it was base theater or absolves the his- Punic War, and learned precisely the computer-generated images, the dollar bin at Second Opinion torical record of the wrong lesson — that humili- which were very lifelike and your local video “10,000 BC” that same country. ating and brutalizing an enemy is among the top out there. All of retailer. The movie 1 out of 4 (No Impact, No Idea) In his book a productive tactic. the animated creatures, from the is just about the Gigantic woolly mammoths and ferocious saber-tooth tigers do not make a good movie. “The Lessons of “The razing of Carthage had saber-tooth tiger to the mam- only movie I saw “10,000 B.C.” doesn’t have a meaty plotline or memorable performances Terror: A History been that rarest of things in a na- moths and giant, meat-eating os- in theaters where that could make up for its abuse of Mesolithic history. D Leh (Steven of Warfare Against tion’s experience: the utter eradi- tritch monsters actually seemed I caught myself Strait) and Evolet (Camilla Belle) aren’t convincing enough for audi- Civilians,” author cation not only of the enemy’s to be alive. falling asleep. ences to be interested in how far D Leh will go to rescue her. and military histo- home but of many if not most of The storyline was the typical It wasn’t worth Without the connection, audiences are left with a primitive rian Caleb Carr his people as well: men, women, unlikely hero meets woman; the ticket price, atmosphere that’s as dull as a rock. The final giant crowd provides a simple, children, even the elderly. It was woman gets captured, unlikely and I think I’d scene with live actors and good special effects is the only provocative defi- the epitome of destructive war, hero finds his strength and saves rather see “Alien glimmer in an otherwise lackluster flick. This movie fails to nition and then and the Romans not only revered find the balance between a stylish setting and good story- the day and everyone lives hap- vs. Predator: Re- lets the chips fall the memory of it but attempted telling like “Planet of the Apes” or “Mad Max.” Archaic pily ever after. One area I wish quiem” again, where they may. at various times to repeat it. In so special effects and stony acting make “10,000 B.C.” a truly Roland Emerich, director of rather than this feral effort. Carr defines ter- “10,000 BC,” expanded on was horrible film. — Christine Cabalo rorism as “warfare See WAR, B-3

The Academy of American Poets "'Winkin', Blinkin' and Nod'’ is my For those of you Definitely, 'All Along favorite. I've liked it ever since I was who didn't know it small, and now I read it to my 10- Thought April was the Watchtower' by Bob month-old." not at all cruelest Dylan. Bob is an And a poetry month — Sgt. Jessica Roeder would be the coolest awesome modern-day So National Poetry Month it is poet, songwriter and And with this quandary, we quizzed ... musician. — Cpl. John Horky "I like the rhymes from 'Green Eggs What's your and Ham.' It's fun to read out loud to children." TALK* favorite poem? STORY *[tôk stôreï] Hawaiian slang for an informal, lengthy conversation. — Navy Lt. Johnathan Rockwood Often used as a method to bond, or a good way to kill time. “” HAWAII MARINE APRIL 4, 2008 • B-3 Marines conduct band workshop COMPOSED with mainland high schoolers

Lance Cpl. Regina A. Ruisi The students broke into sections to Combat Correspondent work in groups or one-on-one with the Marines. Practice booths were filled The recognizable melody of “Stars with soloists and their Marine counter- and Stripes Forever” resounded in the parts, who helped them perfect their practice booths, recording rooms and performances. The high school’s drum parking lot of the U.S. Marine Corps line filled a recording room to show off Forces, Pacific band hall here March their skills, anxious to impress the 27, when more than 150 students from Marines. an Illinois high school band came to The Marines focused on teaching the learn from the Marines. varying levels of talented children Glenbrook South High School’s band about articulation, diction and even members, instruments in hand, arrived trying to “teach the trombone players at the band hall, ready and eager to to play in tune,” said Greg Wojcik, learn from the professional musicians. band director. The day began with the students at- The Marines were happy to host the tending a retirement ceremony at high school and proud to share their Dewey Square to see the Marines per- musical talents with young musicians. form. They host local and mainland high “It was surprising,” said Angelica schools frequently. Stachura, flute player and high school “Most of the high school students junior. “The Marines are amazing. won’t become professional musicians,” Their marching was perfect. I wish we said Warrant Officer Bryan Sherlock, could march like that.” officer-in-charge, MarForPac band. When the ceremony finished, the “The message I want them to hear is Lance Cpl. Regina A. Ruisi young musicians went to Anderson to do whatever they do to the best of Glenbrook South High School’s tuba section practices “Stars and Stripes Forever” behind the U.S. Marine Forces, Pacific band Hall for lunch, and then began their their ability,” Sherlock said. “Teach hall here March 27 when the Illinois high school’s band visited the base. A workshop with the MarForPac Band gave the students a chance to work with the band’s professional musicians and see how Marines live on the base. anticipated workshop with the them to be the best they can be at Marines. whatever they want to do is what I try “I saw military bands performing at to stress to school-age children.” school bands, Sherlock said. may have only seen pictures of war “The Marines around you are fabu- my high school, so coming here to The band, which was established to “We welcome the young people onto fighters,” he added. lous players,” Wojcik said, after the work with them is pretty cool,” said help with the Marine Corps recruiting base to see how Marines live and The Marines and students closed out group performance. “To get to sit here Jonathan Choi, alto saxophone player effort, conducts workshops for high work,” he said. “The best way to do the program by performing John Philip and play with them is amazing. These and high school freshman. “I work school students to show them the that is through our music programs.” Sousa’s march “Stars and Stripes For- Marines are training for war, and with a sax teacher at home, but it’s Marines aren’t any different, and were “Working with the Marines human- ever,” together under Sherlock’s direc- they’re about your age. It’s an honor to cool to work with a Marine.” once in their shoes, playing in high izes the Marine Corps to those who tion. be here today.”

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doing, they planted at least a few of the seeds of their own eventual downfall.” Carr examines more than a dozen other con- flicts, over the next 2,200 years, with varying de- grees of depth. He finds much to admire in Frederick the Great, Oliver Cromwell, Helmuth von Moltke and Sun-Tzu (who wrote: “the expert in using the military subdues the enemy’s forces without going into battle …”). He has far less ad- miration for Clausewitz, Napoleon, and William Tecumseh Sherman (“I would make this war as se- vere as possible, and show no symptoms of tiring till the South begs for mercy.”). His critiques are pragmatic, not ethical. He’s interested in what works — in what produces a lasting and resilient peace. Gratuitous cruelty, to Carr’s way of thinking, might be a temporary expedient that produces the desired effects, but it has two insidious and cata- strophic unintended consequences. First, it engen- ders a profound hatred in the populations on which it’s inflicted. In this way it makes the enemy stronger – more united and more committed. On the friendly side, it undermines the character

Lance Cpl. Achille Tsantarliotis and professionalism of the force that metes out the Lance Cpl. Francisco Estrada, postal clerk, Headquarters Battalion, joined with a faint idea of what “legal admin” could possibly entail. He brutality. Taken combined, these two phenomena soon learned his designated duty in supporting the Marine Corps’ mission accomplishment, and appreciates the experience the Corps offers. have the effect of stiffening the resolve of the enemy while simultaneously attenuating the strength of one’s own force. Carr’s work is not just military history; in the final chapters he recommends a doctrine that incor- A Day in the Life porates what he’s advocated earlier in the book. He’s a passionate proponent of special operations forces, as long as they operate within appropriate Lance Cpl. Achilles Tsantarliotis tle acknowledgement when the post office much a difference as possible, said Lance constraints and oversight. Combat Correspondent is properly operated, it’s a service that eas- Cpl. Scott Lemcke, postal clerk, HQBN, He is nothing less than rabid in his distaste for ily attracts attention when your expected especially with assisting deployed, or soon the Central Intelligence Agency, particularly when Editor’s note: A Day in the Life highlights mail is unexpectedly missing in action, to deploy, Marines. they venture into direct action (mostly because of military occupational specialties and from deployed Marines, to loan pirates’ “If Marines about to deploy are run- a lack of constraints and oversight). He clearly un- Department of Defense jobs throughout the endless harassment. ning on a tight schedule and need some- derstands the complications associated with oper- Marine Corps. This series gives appreciation to “I enlisted as a legal administrator,” thing as soon as possible,” Estrada ating in a world full of video cameras and a the thousands of service members, DoD said Estrada, a Portland, Oregon native. explained, “we’ll usually do everything we 24-hour news cycle. employees and civilians who make Marine “And as [Marine Combat Training] began can for them. They’re very appreciative, It’s also interesting to note that Carr has written Corps Base Hawaii and installation of excel- to end, I was told my job would be a and we’re constantly thanked because it a book aimed directly at the practitioner of the op- lence. postal clerk. I wasn’t very excited.” means something to them. I’m sure when erational art (perhaps inadvertently, since he never After the month long military occupa- they’re in Iraq, it’s not much different. uses the term). There’s a dearth of professional ager poolee’s are sometimes too tional specialty training school, he They look forward to that, it makes them reading dedicated to this level of war. While his caught up with the idea of earning received orders to Marine Corps Base happier, not so lonely.” conclusions have some strategic relevance, they Ethe title Marine, that shortly after Hawaii, slowly applying his postal train- Estrada said postal clerks deploy with would best be incorporated at the operational the inaugurating ceremony and combat ing, as well as his own thoughts on future units, and spend their time sorting and level, where strategic goals are translated into tacti- training, they begin understanding the employment because of his occupation. delivering mail, unless there is a problem cal objectives. title “Marine” refers to a spectrum of occu- “Once I got here it wasn’t bad,” he said. somewhere along the transit line, and Carr would demand a rigorously professional pations, some not so glamorous. “I knew it was important, and I’m getting there usually is, he said. armed force that destroys the enemy’s warfighting Despite bragging factors, they all con- a lot of experience that will be good when When it comes to delivering mail to capability, but scrupulously avoids noncombatant tribute to the cohesive success of the I get out in the civilian side. It gives me the deployed units, making sure it gets to death and damage achieve those objectives. To put Marine Corps, and fortunately, most of opportunities – especially out here them is a very big deal, said Lance Cpl. yet another twist on an old bromide, he doesn’t those in the shadows Marines, value their because there are not many of us to run Jermain Villa, postal clerk, HQBN. see war as the culmination of “politics by another experience and look forward to applying the shop. In [Marine Corps Base Camp “We’re very busy,” Estrada said. “We try means,” but instead as the first phase of winning it later in life. Pendleton] they have different sections to make everything as smooth as we can, the post-war battle for the hearts and minds of the That’s exactly how Lance Cpl. Francisco you work [exclusively] in. Here, we do but it’s not easy and there’s always a lot of populous. Estrada, postal clerk, Headquarters everything.” work to do. But, we know it’s very impor- If you are a commander or staff officer at the Battalion, views his occupation. With lit- The Marine Corps Base tries to make as tant, and we do whatever we can.” theater level, or if you hope to be, “The Lessons of Terror” should be mandatory reading.

MMOVIEOVIE TTIMEIME Prices: Friday and Saturday 7:15 p.m., shows are $3 for adults and $1.50 for children. Sunday matinee is shown at 2 The Eye (PG13) Today at 7:15 p.m. p.m. Shows are $2 for adults and $1 for children. Evening showings on Sunday and Wednesday are at 6:30 p.m. and late Untraceable (R) Today at 9:45 p.m. shows are shown Friday and Saturday at 9:45 p.m. Cost is $2 for adults and $1.50 for children. Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins (PG13) Saturday at 7:15 p.m. For ticket pricing, the Base Theater Box Office defines an adult as a patron 12 and older and defines a child as a patron from 6 to 11. Children 5 and younger are admitted free of charge. Parents must purchase tickets for R-rated movies in person Over Her Dead Body (PG13) Saturday at 9:45 p.m. at the box office for children 16 and younger. Patrons must present their military identification card when purchasing tickets. Step Up 2: The Streets (PG13) Sunday at 2 p.m. Call 254-7642 for recorded information. The Eye (PG13) Sunday at 7:30 p.m. Sneak Preview Policy: One hour and 45 minutes prior to the movie, tickets will be issued to first priority patrons wait- Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins (PG13) Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. ing in line, then second and third priority patrons. Spiderwick Chronicles (PG) Friday at 7:15 p.m. In an effort to prevent piracy, the following security measures will be enforced on base for sneak preview screenings: bag checks, confiscation of cameras or cell phones with picture taking capability (items will be returned after screening), magne- Jumper (PG13) Friday at 9:45 p.m. tometer wanding, audience scanning with night vision goggles during screening. The Base Theater and film companies thank you in advance for your cooperation and hope you will enjoy the show. For recorded information, call the Base Theater at 254-7642. B-4 • APRIL 4, 2008 HAWAII MARINE ON BASE

Silent Auto Auction A silent auction is underway at the Auto Skills Center, Building 3097, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, for bids on the vehi- cles. Bids will be taken by placing a sealed ballot in a box provided at the Auto Skills Center. Bidding will close at the close of business April 13. The boxes will be opened the day after closing, and those with the highest bids will be notified. For more information, call 254-7674 or e-mail carl.cabrera@usmc- mccs.org. HAWAII MARINE APRIL 4, 2008 • B-5 Young, old find their inner artist on K-Bay

Lance Cpl. Alesha R. Guard Combat Correspondent

Throughout the busy workweek, it may seem impossible to find time to unwind and have a few hours to yourself. Whether you’re seeking a creative outlet for yourself or your children, look no further. Marine Corps Community Services recently added a creativity center, Read Art Academy, to the Boys and Girls Club/Teen Center on base. “With the popularity of creative spotlight shows such as Project Runway, Trading Spacing, Martha Stewart and other design shows, many people are asking, ‘Where can I learn to sew and paint?’” said Linda Read, instructor of Read Art Academy. “The answer has come to [Marine Corps Base Hawaii] Kaneohe.” Read Art Academy began as a program at a local private school, but Read wanted to do something for her military community and provide them somewhere to nourish their inner artist. “I grew up encouraged to try all kinds of creative outlets, finding it a great stress reliever,” Read said. “You are never too old or too young to become an artist.” With families’ busy schedules in mind, Read makes her classes as user friendly as Lance Cpl. Alesha R. Guard possible. By providing all the neces- Linda Read, instructor of Read Art Center, teaches her students about brushes during a painting class. Marine Corps Community Services recently added a creativity cen- sary materials for each class at the ter, Read Art Academy, to the Boys and Girls Club/Teen Center on base. art center, parents and students comfortable with her.” In the drawing and painting year-old twins who attend the paint- three years,” Read said. “It’s been don’t have to worry about remem- Read said she loves teaching and classes, students learn basic tech- ing class. “They told me that they’ve nice to know how to make my own bering to bring anything except seeing students learn new skills. niques and the seven key elements learned about three dimensions and window treatments and decora- their desire and interest. “One of my favorite quotes is, of art, including line, color, shape, shades of color.” tions. With just basic sewing skills, “It’s really handy that the center ‘Art is not so much about how it value, texture, space and form. At the center’s sewing class, stu- you can make almost anything.” is on base, and we don’t have to looks but how it makes us feel,’” “I can see they are learning to fol- dents can learn the basic skills to be At the end of each class, Read bring anything,” said Lynda Hagan, Read said. low direction and practicing disci- able to create anything using a holds an art show to showcase her who’s children attend the painting Read offers painting and drawing pline,” said Lt. Col. Nathan Nastase, sewing machine. students projects. class. “My children say they love the classes to all ages, and sewing class- battalion commander, 3rd battalion, “Before my husband retired in “Its something that makes them painting class, and they seem very es to teens and adults. 3rd Marine Regiment, of his six- the Marine Corps, we moved every feel extra special,” Hagan said.

Fatigued driving creates Wake up call for every sleepy driver on road

A total of 32 percent of drivers felt fatigue once or twice a month according to nightmare for officials a 2008 report by the National Sleep Foundation. The poll also showed those who did have driving fatigue felt it in the following situations: Christine Cabalo Photojournalist 26 percent: Going to and from work during a workday

Highway safety officials are tired of drivers closing their eyes to the danger of fatigued 5 percent: Going on business driving. A total of 100,000 police- reported crashes are the direct result of driver fatigue each 3 percent: With children year, according to a 2005 report on drowsy driving from in vehicle the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. It’s enough of a problem for the National Sleep Foundation to Christine cabalo sponsor a “Drowsy Driving The Naval Safety Center reported nine percent of service members Marines or Sailors are pulling classes about the danger. The “If you feel drowsy at all — Prevention Week” last they surveyed said they habitually drove while feeling fatigued. No 16- to 20-hour days, they need safety specialist said while pull over to the side of the accidents due to drowsy driving occurred on base, according to the November with continued to do that operational risk fatigue may sneak up on driv- road,” Pedersen said. “Take a Military Police Department records. A total of 100,000 police- warnings throughout the year. reported crashes are the direct result of fatigued driving yearly. management assessment. ers, it’s still ultimately their break so you can be more “We’re trying to make peo- How far can anyone be choice to drive while they alert. It could be someone ple more aware of it,” Mario accidents, according to the “It’s not so much when pushed before they get hurt or could be impaired. Both Di else’s life your gambling with Di Prete, traffic section safety Military Police Department. people leave installations for a cause injury to someone Prete and Pedersen agreed if you do nod off.” specialist, Base Safety Center. “It’s not illegal to drive holiday it’s when they come else?” drivers don’t lose out even if For more information on “Like drinking and driving, while feeling sleepy,” said Sgt. back,” Di Prete said. “Fatigue The Base Safety Center they take some time to rest the impact of driver’s fatigue, your mind gets cloudy. It’s like Joe Pedersen, acting investi- for some people sets in briefs personnel during its and prepare themselves before log on to http://www.drowsy being sick, and that can influ- gating chief, MPD. “We don’t because they’re burning the motorcycle and car safety they get behind the wheel. driving.org. ence your reaction times.” have forms for it, but it’s still a candle at both ends to get Currently, there are no danger because people could back.” license limits for Hawaii driv- crash their cars if they fall The Naval Safety Center ers with sleep disorders. asleep.” reported nine percent of serv- Hawaii police officers may list Hawaii has no specific regu- ice members surveyed said inattention or fatigue for the lations for fatigued drivers, they habitually drove while cause of a car accident if a however New Jersey law pros- feeling fatigued. A total of 31 driver falls asleep at the wheel. ecutes drivers awake for more percent of service members Drowsy driving is difficult for than 24 hours who cause car surveyed also said they felt law enforcement officials to accidents. Those drivers are tired or fatigued as they drove track on and off base because charged with vehicular homi- because of long working other factors, such as alcohol cide and face extensive jail hours. Di Prete said service abuse, are the listed primary time. Di Prete said drowsy members working at their full- cause. Unlike drunk driving, driving accidents generally time jobs and earning a degree there are no nationwide stan- occur during long stretches of run a risk for fatigued driving. dards to determine impair- driving, especially during “It’s also something super- ment. No sleepy drivers have extended holidays when some visors need to be aware caused any recent on base car try to push themselves. about,” Di Prete said. “If B-6 • APRIL 4, 2008 HAWAII MARINE AROUND THE CORPS Recruits give blood to future brothers-in-arms

Lance Cpl. Deanne Travis MCRD Parris Island

MCRD PARRIS ISLAND, S.C. — The ninth week of training marks the beginning of the third and final phase of recruit training. However, before recruits begin this last phase, they have the opportunity to save the life of a service- member before ever claim- ing the title Marine. The Sunday before week nine of training, recruits are given the opportunity to donate blood to the Kendrick Memorial Blood Center at Fort Gordon, Ga. The blood collected is then given to the Armed Services Blood Program, which provides service- members and their families with needed blood. The ASBP organization began more than 50 years ago, and Kendrick Memorial Blood Center began collecting from Recruit Training Regiment five years ago. "We started collecting regularly from RTR in 2003," said Erin Hawkins, an ASBP blood-donor recruiter at Fort Gordon. Photos by Lance Cpl. Deanne Travis "Almost every Sunday, we Army Sgt. Sherri Cummings, a medical laboratory technician from Fort Gordon, Ga., puts iodine on Recruit Daniel Arnold’s arm. Arnold, from Platoon 2021, Golf Company, are at Parris Island collect- 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, donated blood, March 16. ing blood. We get almost 100 pints each time we some recruits with the Sgt. Shane Sink, a drill come to the Depot." understanding of how instructor for Platoon Collecting this much their blood aids their 2020, Golf Company, 2nd blood not only helps the future fellow service mem- RTBn., agreed it is good for ASBP, but excites the bers. the recruits to donate recruits about their choice "I like knowing I am blood, especially on a non- to donate. helping my future broth- training day. "It makes me feel helpful ers," said Cruz-Tejeda, an On Sunday, the recruits to know I am already con- 18 year old from attend religious services tributing," said Rct. Carlos Millersburg, Ohio. and practice drill, but Cruz-Tejeda, Platoon 2020, Thanks in part to the there is no other mandato- Golf Company, 2nd recruits aboard Parris ry training taking place. Recruit Training Battalion. Island, the Fort Gordon This way donating does The blood donated by location is the second not affect the training recruits helps support the highest producing ASBP in schedule. ASBP's primary mission to the world, according to 31- Sink said it is good for supply blood to injured year-old Hawkins. the recruits to donate service members in the "Last year we collected because it gives them a Middle East. 4,482 pints of blood at the chance to help a fellow "There is no way we Depot," Hawkins said. service member. could supply the amount "Every week, we send It is also good that there of blood downrange with- blood out of Fort Gordon, is an in-house blood dona- out the support and will- and the majority of it tion program set up for the ingness of RTR," said makes its way to Iraq or military, added the 25- Hawkins, from Harlem, Ga. Afghanistan. So these year-old Sink, from Tampa, A pouch slowly fills with recruit’s blood during a collection event at the All Weather Training Facility. This knowledge leaves recruits are saving lives." Fla. Depot recruits are offered a chance to donate blood to fellow troops on their ninth Sunday of training. Hawaii MMARINEARINE PORTS AWAII ARINE ECTIONS POR WWW MCBH USMC MIL TS PRIL H M C S S . . . A 4, 2008 CPRW-2 K-Bay Champs Outlaws clobber Prop Guns 16-7 Lance Cpl. Brian A. Marion Combat Correspondent

Combat Service Support Group 3 Outlaws gained their last victory in the regular season against Commander, Patrol and Reconnaissance Wing 2 Prop Guns, 16-7, in an Intramural Baseball League regular season game at Riseley Field here Monday. The Outlaws will play Headquarters Battalion in the first round of the playoffs. Before the game, Matthew Lawyer, Prop Guns coach, felt his team was ready for the game. “We do what we usually do,” Lawyer said. “Tonight deter- mines who we play in the playoffs. The coach for the Outlaws was just happy to have his team back together again and also looked forward to the

See OUTLAWS, C-5

Lance Cpl. Brian A. Marion Benjamin Chester, Combat Service Support Group 3 Outlaws coach, Lance Cpl. Alesha R. Guard smacks a foul ball during an Intramural Baseball League regular sea- Drew Washington, guard, No. 15, Commander, Patrol and Reconnaissance Wing 2, goes up for a shot to help his team to a 52-44 vic- son game against Commander, Patrol and Reconnaissance Wing 2 tory over Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 24 during the Intramural Basketball League Championship game. See next week’s issue Prop Guns at Riseley Field here Monday. The Outlaws won the game for the full story and more photos from the championship game. 16-7.

CSSG-3 beat SNCOA, 62-22

Lance Cpl. Alesha R. Guard tonight have our height, so we and out, keeping a fresh string Combat Correspondent usually get more rebounds,” of players coming at SNCOA. Roberson said. With only six players, Combat Service Support Donald Samuels, guard, SNCOA fought CSSG-3’s fresh Group 3 defeated Staff SNCOA, kept his team in the string each time, making them Noncommissioned Officers game by launching in a long work for every shot. Academy, 62-22, during an three pointer, bringing the “We have quite a few more Intramural Basketball League score to 9-3 with nine minutes players tonight who’ve recent- playoff game at the Semper Fit left in the first half. ly returned from training Center here March 26. As the clock counted down, events,” Franklin said. Endless hours practicing in the teams dove for every loose “Having a deeper bench the heat, and a season’s worth ball and put up a shot each makes a big difference.” of gripping games, all lead up chance they had. With well Kentrell Allen, guard, to these last battles of ‘who’s over twice as many players, got what it takes to win the CSSG-3 subbed its players in See LEAGUE, C-5 championship?’ “Most of us are returning players, so we play well together on both ends of the Lance Cpl. Achilles Tsantarliotis court,” said Tyrone Franklin, In dedication to those who serve, the Marine Corps Base Hawaii ‘D-Dogs’ perform their choreographed guard, CSSG-3. routine, with a touch of ‘OOORAH,’ at the 6th Annual Aloha International Spirit Championship, Friday The heat was on from the at the Waikiki Shell. beginning. Both teams tested each other’s weaknesses, pushing each other to put up their MCBH ‘D-Dogs’ cheer on best fight. The tight zone from SNCOA kept CSSG-3 out of at Waikiki competition the lane and allowed them only five points in the first seven minutes of the game. Lance Cpl. Achilles Tsantarliotis pionship since then by cheering for the youth “We know how to pack in Combat Correspondent football, baseball and basketball teams. the zone on defense to get the “We’ve worked really hard for this,” said Valerie steal,” said Javen Roberson, WAIKIKI, Hawaii — Representing the finest Hobbs, D-Dogs head coach. “We started practic- head coach and forward, fighting force in an unconventional way, Marine ing, working as a team and preparing since we SNCOA. “We lost three tough Corps Base Hawaii’s newly formed cheerleading started in August, by cheering for [Marine Corps players tonight, but we’ll pull team, the “D-Dogs,” competed for the first time in Community Services] youth sports. For the last together as a team.” the 6th Annual Aloha International Spirit few weeks we’ve been practicing our routines for By ripping rebounds from Championship - Friday and Saturday at the the championship – I think they’ll do really well.” the board and quickly passing photo credit Waikiki Shell. The team is composed of 8 to 12 year old girls the ball down the court for Evan Russell, guard, Combat Service Support Group 3, jumps for a lay up against Staff Noncommissioned Officers Academy players The D-Dogs started their rein of endless enthu- with active duty parents. lay-ups, CSSG-3 fought to gain during an Intramural Basketball League playoff game March 26. siasm in August, and have practiced for the cham- the lead. Combat Service Support Group 3 defeated SNCOA, 62-22, earning See CHEER, C-5 “The players we lost CSSG-3 a spot in the tournament’s semi-finals. C-2 • APRIL 4, 2008 HAWAII MARINE

Photos by Lance Cpl. Brian A. Marion Men, women and children head down Reeves Road at the beginning of the seventh annual Headquarters Battalion Surf and Turf here Saturday. The competitors ran through the golf course, up North Beach and back to the Officer's Club in a 3.1 mile course. Runners compete in K-Bay Surf-n-Turf

Lance Cpl. coming along the final said. “I had a good time, and I Brian A. Marion stretch. About 17 minutes into enjoyed it enough to come Combat Correspondent the race, a solitary figure back next year.” appeared from the beach side The runners competed in About 150 runners from of the golf course, running 18 different age groups divid- the military and local commu- along the sidewalk. ed by gender with the top nities participated in the sev- All doubts of him being three finishers in each catego- enth annual Headquarters someone running the golf ry receiving a medal. Battalion Surf and Turf run course fell away as he left the In addition to the age cate- here Saturday. sidewalk and ran along the gories, the run had overall The 5k run is part of the final stretch of the cordoned- winners for the males and Commanding Officer’s Fitness off pathway leading to the fin- females. Series, which has races year- ish line. Scot Muraoka and Ed round. As he turned the final cor- Bickley followed Lucas- The course took the com- ner by the O-Club, he heard Roberts with times of 21:18 petitors through the Kaneohe his time, and he picked up his and 22:01, respectfully Klipper Golf Course, along the pace. Joy Engblade placed first beach and by the Officer’s With a time of 19 minutes, for the females with a time of Club. 55 seconds, Conor Lucas- 22:37. Hollie Whitney and The race began at 7 a.m., Roberts, maintenance man- Sherry Laniosz followed with a few racers registering agement officer, 1st Battalion, Encglade with times of 24:37 right as the starting horn 12th Marine Regiment, and 26:40. sounded. became the first person to The next event in the The race averages about cross the finish line of the Commanding Officer’s Fitness 150-200 runners based on unit race. Series is the 3rd Marines’ 10K deployments. “It was fun,” Lucas-Roberts Run, slated for April 26 here. “We have a pretty good turnout today,” said Meghan Brophy, varsity sports coordi- nator, Marine Corps Community Services. The racers traveled down Reeves Road and into the golf course, offering them several views of the local area. “The race offers the competitors a beautiful view of the ocean and of other places on base,” Brophy said. “It also helps build morale between the community, the commands and inside the commands as well.” The course offered numer- Rex Gonzalez runs with his wife and son toward the finish line during Headquarters Battalion's Surf and ous terrain changes for the Turf run here. About 150 people registered for the race, spanning 18 different age categories. competitors to run through, including pavement, grassy hills and beach sand. “It was a challenge having all the different terrains fea- tured in the run,” said Rex Gonzalez, a Surf and Turf competitor who ran with his family while pushing his son in a stroller. “Probably the worst one was the beach. It was all right in the middle, but trying to push a stroller through the loose sand at the beginning and end is almost like hitting a wall. It took three of us to push the stroller off the beach at the end. It’s a really good and fun event for the family to enjoy.” As the racers negotiated the Conor Lucas-Roberts crosses the finish line in 19 minutes, 55 sec- Runners wait in a parking lot behind the Officer's Club for Meghan Brophy, varsity sports coordina- course, spectators gazed onds during the seventh annual Headquarters Battalion Surf and tor, Marine Corps Community Services, to read off the names of the individuals who placed first in toward the golf course, search- Turf 5k run here Saturday. Lucas-Roberts won the race in the over- their respective age groups. ing for any sign of the runners all male category. HAWAII MARINE APRIL 4, 2008 • C-3 ONON SPORTSSPORTS

SPORTSPORTS BRIERIEFS 2008 Intramural

Coaches’ Meeting Baseball Standings

The organizational softball coaches meeting will be held April 8 at 2 p.m., in the Semper Fit Center’s basketball gym. TEAM WINS LOSSES TIES For more information, contact Joe Au at 254-7591. 3RD RADIO BN 8 1 Beginner Outrigger Canoe Paddlers Wanted MAG-24 8 3 1 CPRW-2 6 5 Windward Kai Canoe Club in Kailua recently provided CSSG-3 6 5 beginner outrigger canoe paddling classes for Marines CMO 3 7 from Marine Corps Base Hawaii. HQBN 2 8 1 Several Marines are now training for the summer racing 1/12 1 5 season. WKCC practices at Kailua Beach and welcomes active duty and family members (18 and over) to partici- Standings as of March 31 pate in this Hawaiian sport and culture. The club is especially seeking to field a beginner wom- ens’ crew to race this summer. No experience is necessary and all training and equipment are provided. For more information, call Derrel at 383-0400 or Greg at 255-9977. 2008 Intramural Baseball Playoffs Youth Soccer Registrations Begin

3RD RADIO BN Registration for youth soccer leagues offered by the 3RD RADIO BN Office of Youth Activities will be held April 1-31. The leagues are open for base youth ages 5-17. Games will be 9-Apr 6:30p.m. Game 4 played on weekends on base as well as interplay with Pearl CPRW-2 Harbor and Hickam teams in the Hawaii Military Youth 3-Apr 6:30 p.m. Athletic Association. Each team will receive a minimum of Game 1 15-Apr 6:30 p.m. eight games. CMO Game 7 Practices are slated to begin June 2. Games start June 28 CSSG-3 and continue through August 15. Players will get a team 4-Apr 6:30 p.m. Game 2 jersey, shorts, and socks which they can keep at the end of HQBN 10-Apr 6:30 p.m. Best two out of three games Game 12 the year. Volunteer coaches are needed. Coaches will Game 5 April 23. 24 & 28 if needed Game 13 receive a discount if they have a child in the league. MAG-24 all games start at 6:30 p.m. Game 14 The cost for the league is $65. Players must also be cur- 8-Apr 6:30 p.m. Game 3 rent Children Youth Teen Program members. To register, ONE TWELVE come by the Youth Activities Office located in building Loser Gm #6 1090, behind Papa John’s Pizza and the Annex. 16-Apr 6:30 p.m. 22-Apr 6:30 p.m. Game 8 Game 11 For more information, contact Youth Activities at 254- Loser Gm #1 Game 10 7610. 21-Apr 6:30 p.m. Loser Gm #4 Loser Gm #2 17-Apr 6:30 p.m. Women’s Base Softball Team 14-Apr 6:30 p.m. Game 9 Game 6 The women’s base softball team is looking for players. Loser Gm #3 Anyone interested can attend their practice every Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Annex Softball field. For more information, contact Meghan Brophy at 254-7590. All-Marine Women’s Softball Getting air ‘cool’ — no helmet ‘not cool’ The All-Marine Women’s Softball coach will be here from April 29 through May 5. He’ll be looking for players for the All Marine team. For more information, contact Meghan Brophy at 254-7590.

Goju-Kan Karate

Aspiring martial artists can participate in Goju-kan Karate Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 5:30 p.m. at Building 1090’s multi-purpose room (the old Base Chapel). Sign up at Youth Activities, or call 254-7610 for more information.

Youth Gymnastics/Dance Class

Youth of all ages can attend gymnastics and a variety of dance classes Monday through Saturday at Building 1090. Classes are at varying times in the morning, afternoon and evening, so interested parents and youth should stop by Youth Activities for more information. Classes include dance, hula, tumbling and more. For more information, call 254-7610.

Parents for Fitness

The Parents for Fitness Program is a cooperative babysitting effort available at the Semper Fit Center, here for all active duty service members and their families. The

PFFP participants are required to volunteer babysit three Lance Cpl. Alesha R. Guard times per month and is open for children 6 weeks and Keanu Auwae, ninth grader at Kalaheo High School, flys up the ramp at the skate park on base Tuesday afternoon. Auwae said he's older. been skating for about 2 1/2 years. The park is located off Mokapu Road, near the tennis courts and across from Hawaii Loa Housing. For more information, call 664-0184. The park is open from sunrise to sunset for all in-line skaters and skateboarders. Though wearing a helmet is not mandatory off base, Marine Corps Base Hawaii requires all who use the base skatepark to wear a helmet. Deep-Sea Fishing Charters Offered at Base Marina

Fishermen searching for convenient access to deep-sea charters need look no further than the Base Marina. Bill Collector Fishing Charters offers numerous charter pack- Be cool at the Base Pool! ages accommodating up to six passengers. Avoiding the traffic and crowd of Oahu’s South Shore, Spring hours Bill Collectors charters fish from the uncrowded waters of Open Swim Windward Oahu. Tuesday through Friday 1 to 5 p.m. For more information or to charter the Bill Collector, Saturday and Sunday Noon to 5 p.m. contact the Base Marina at 257-7667 or 254-7666. Adult Lap Swim Campground and Picnic Sites Tuesday through Friday 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday and Sunday lanes available Noon to 5 p.m. For picnic and campsites, Marine Corps Base Hawaii offers some of the most scenic beaches on the island. Water Aerobics Three of those beaches, Pyramid Rock, Hale Koa and Tuesday and Thursday 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Fort Hase, are available by reservation from dawn to dusk. Saturday 10 to 11 a.m. Hale Koa Beach is available for overnight camping, but The pool is closed on Monday. requires a reservation. Swim lessons are available for infants to adults. For more information, contact 254-7666 for Kaneohe or Lessons are open to all active duty, family members and DoD employees. 477-5143 for Camp H.M. Smith. For more information about hours of operation or times available for lessons, call Dino Leonard a 254-7655. C-4 • APRIL 4, 2008 HAWAII MARINE HEALTH AND WELLNESS Teen sleep: Why is your teen so tired?

Press Release tions generally aren't recom- LIFELines mended for teens.

Everyone has an internal Is it something else? clock that influences body In some cases, excessive temperature, sleep cycles, daytime sleepiness can be a appetite and hormonal sign of something more than a changes. The biological and problem with your teen's inter- psychological processes that nal clock. Other problems can follow the cycle of this 24- include: hour internal clock are called Medication side effects. circadian rhythms. Many medications — includ- Before adolescence, these ing over-the-counter cold and circadian rhythms direct most allergy medications and pre- children to naturally fall scription medications to treat asleep around 8 or 9 p.m. depression and attention- But puberty changes a deficit/hyperactivity disorder, teen's internal clock, delaying can affect sleep. the time he or she starts feel- Depression. Sleeping too ing sleepy, often until 11 p.m. much or too little is a common or later. Staying up late to sign of depression. study or socialize can disrupt a Sleep apnea. When throat teen's internal clock even muscles fall slack during sleep, more. they stop air from moving freely through the nose and Too little sleep windpipe. This can interfere Most teens need about nine with breathing and disrupt hours of sleep a night to main- sleep. tain optimal daytime alert- Restless legs syndrome. This ness. But few actually get that condition causes a "creepy" much sleep regularly. Part- Courtesy photo sensation in the legs and an time jobs, homework, school irresistible urge to move the activities and friends often are priori- tion to teen sleep problems, but it time to wake up. Establish a bedtime routine. legs, usually shortly after going to tized higher than is sleep. In fact, doesn't help much. In fact, sleeping Stick to a schedule. Tough as it Encourage your teen to wind down at bed. The discomfort and movement more than 25 percent of teens report in can confuse your teen's internal may be, encourage your teen to go to night with a warm bath or shower, a can interrupt sleep. sleeping only 6.5 hours a night or clock even more. A forced early bed- bed and get up at the same time every book or other relaxing activities, and Narcolepsy. Sudden daytime sleep, less, according to the National Sleep time may backfire, too. If your teen day, even on weekends. Prioritize avoid loud music, video games, usually for only short periods of time, Foundation. goes to bed too early, he or she may extracurricular activities, limit work- phone calls and Internet use in the can be a sign of narcolepsy. Big deal? Yes. Irritability aside, only lie awake for hours. ing hours and curb late-night social half-hour before bed. Take the TV out Narcoleptic episodes occur most sleep deprivation can have serious time as needed. of your teen's room, or keep it off at often after meals, but can occur at consequences. Daytime sleepiness Resetting the clock Nix long naps. If your teen is night. Minimize other noises that any time, even in the middle of a makes it difficult to concentrate and So what can you do? Don't assume drowsy during the day, a 30-minute might disrupt your teen's sleep, such conversation. Sudden attacks of mus- learn, or even stay awake in class. Too that your teen is at the mercy of his nap after school may be refreshing. as TV in other rooms. cle weakness in response to emotions little sleep may contribute to mood or her internal clock. Take action But too much daytime shut-eye may Go with the flow. Let your teen fall such as laughter, anger or surprise are swings and behavioral problems. And tonight! only make it harder to fall asleep at asleep at his or her natural bedtime possible, too. sleepy teens who get behind the Adjust the lighting. As bedtime night. for a few nights — no matter how late If you're concerned about your wheel may cause serious, even dead- approaches, dim the lights. Turn the Curb the caffeine. A jolt of caffeine it may be, but insist on a fixed wake- teen's daytime sleepiness or sleep ly, accidents. lights off during sleep. In the morn- may help your teen stay awake dur- up time. Then move the bedtime habits, contact your teen's doctor. If Playing catch-up ing, expose your teen to bright light. ing class, but the effects are fleeting. back by 10 to 15 minutes each night your teen is depressed or has a sleep Catching up on sleep during the These simple cues can help signal And too much caffeine can interfere until you reach a reasonable bedtime. disorder, proper treatment may be weekends seems like a logical solu- when it's time to sleep and when it's with a good night's sleep. Sleeping pills and other medica- the key to a good night's sleep. CDC study reveals adults may not get enough rest or sleep

Press Release more prevalent among older adults, results from this study LIFELines are consistent with other research that supports the idea that older adults (who are more likely to be retired) make fewer About 10 percent of adults report not getting enough rest complaints regarding impaired sleep and adapt their percep- or sleep every day in the past month, according to a new tion of what encompasses sufficient sleep. four-state study released by the Centers for Disease Control In addition, the study showed that only one out three and Prevention’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report. (29.6 percent) of adults said they did get enough rest or sleep The data from the four states; Delaware, Hawaii, New York, every day in the past month. and Rhode Island may not reflect national trends. But an The MMWR report said the definitions of “enough” (suffi- additional study conducted by CDC utilizing data from the cient) sleep and “rest,” and responses to the survey question National Health Interview Study indicated that across all age were subjective and were not measured or equated to reports groups the percentage of adults who, on average, report of hours of sleep per night. The report said the analysis can- sleeping six hours or less has increased from 1985 to 2006. not be compared directly with studies measuring hours of Nationwide, an estimated 50 to 70 million people suffer sleep. The survey question also did not define or distinguish from chronic sleep loss and sleep disorders. Sleep loss is asso- between “rest” and “sleep.” ciated with health problems, including obesity, depression, The study comes just before National Sleep Awareness and certain risk behaviors, including cigarette smoking, Week, an annual campaign held in conjunction with physical inactivity, and heavy drinking. Daylight Saving Time. For more information on National “It’s important to better understand how sleep impacts Sleep Awareness Week, held March 3-9, please visit Sleep people’s overall health and the need to take steps to improve Foundation. the sufficiency of their sleep,” said Lela R. McKnight-Eily, For more information, visit CDC’s Sleep and Sleep Ph.D., the study’s lead author and a behavioral scientist in Disorders Program. Courtesy photo CDC’s Division of Adult and Community Health. “There are very few studies to assess and address sleep insufficiencies; therefore, more needs to done to better understand the problem and to develop effective sleep interventions.” The study, “Perceived Insufficient Rest or Sleep — Four States, 2006,” analyzed data from CDC’s Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System survey. Among the four states, the percentage of adults who reported not getting enough rest or sleep any day in the past 30 days ranged from 14 percent in Delaware to eight percent in Hawaii. People concerned about chronic sleep loss should consult a physician for an assessment and possible treatment, such as behavioral or medical interventions, McKnight-Eily said. They can also try setting a regular sleep schedule and avoiding caffeine or other stimulants before bed, she said. Variation for insufficient rest and sleep may be due to occupational or lifestyle factors. The causes of sleep loss could include busy schedules or shift work; irregular sleep schedules; or lifestyle factors such as heavy family demands, late-night television watching and Internet use, or the use of caffeine and alcohol, according to a 2006 Institute of Medicine report. The National Sleep Foundation reports that most adults need 7-9 hours of sleep each night to feel fully rested while school children aged 5-12 years require 9-11 hours, and adolescents aged 11-17 years require 8.5-9.5 hours each night. The study also found that the prevalence of insufficient sleep decreased with age. An estimated 13.3 percent of adults aged 18-34 reported insufficient rest or sleep everyday in the past month compared to only 7.3 percent of adults ages 55 and older. While some studies have found sleep disturbance HAWAII MARINE APRIL 4, 2008 • C-5

LEAGUE, from C-1

CSSG-3, swished three baskets to help his team get a 10-point lead with four minutes left in the half. The ball flew from one end to the other as players sprinted to the hoop, trying to get a few more shots before the buzzer sounded. Displaying their use of teamwork, 10 of the 14 players from CSSG-3 made a basket during the first half, leaving the score 25- 6 at halftime. Roberson led his team from the front by scoring 16 points on CSSG-3 throughout the game, while encouraging his team- mates along the way. “Most of our players are new to the academy, so we had a pretty new team this season,” said Raphael Ramos, forward, SNCOA. “Heart” was the name of the game, but the height and hus- tle from CSSG-3 couldn’t be matched as they slowly wore down SNCOA for the win. “I’ve really enjoyed the camaraderie within the team this season,” Ramos said. “And I always like getting a good workout in.” The players of CSSG-3 continued to work the ball the last half, giving each teammate a chance to shoot. Their teamwork helped four of their players grab six points or more each, show- ing their team’s unselfishness with the ball. “No matter what, we are always having a good time,” Franklin said. “Whether we lose or win, both on and off the court, we enjoy being around each other.” The final buzzer sounded, leaving CSSG-3 the victors, 62-22.

Lance Cpl. Brian A. Marion Ed Hans, third baseman, Combat Service Support Group 3 Outlaws, slugs the ball into the outfield during an Intramural Baseball League regular season game against Commander, Patrol and Reconnaissance Wing 2 Prop Guns at Riseley Field here Monday.

OUTLAWS, from C-1 our batters were patient and “We haven’t given up responded with a three-run swung at the right pitches,” yet,” said Joey Weems, catch- inning of their own, by day’s game. Chester said. er, Prop Guns. “We started bringing J.R. Berajas, catch- “We finally got everyone The Prop Guns attempted off rough, but we can pull er, Weems and Scott back from their deploy- to rally in the bottom of the through and some back.” Lemecky, shortstop, home ments,” said Benjamin first, but the Outlaws’ Both teams’ defenses making the score 12-7 at the Chester, Outlaws coach. defense only allowed one stepped up their intensity in top of the seventh. “Today, it’s all about hitting run from Ryan Bruno, center the next few innings, allow- It wasn’t the Prop Guns’ the ball and good defense. field before ending first ing only an occasional run day as their defense loosened This game figures out who is inning. here and there. up enough for the Outlaws third in the playoffs. If we The Outlaws looked to By the top of the sixth, to bring Cester, Pena, Cruz win, we will have a better increase their 8-1 lead over the Prop Guns managed to and Darian Velasquez, 2nd chance of getting through to the Prop Guns in the top of decrease the lead the baseman, home, bringing the next round.” the second, but were unable Outlaws had on them to the final score to 16-7. The Outlaws came out to overcome the defensive five. With the win, the Outlaws swinging in the top of the might the Prop guns mus- The Outlaws entered the clinched third in the regular first, driving in eight runs tered. sixth inning leading 9-4. season and enters the play- before the Prop Guns could While their defense man- The Outlaws increased offs with a game against the rally their defense. The aged to hold off another their lead to 12-4 in the top Headquarters Battalion Outlaws ran through their Outlaws onslaught, the Prop of the sixth when Juan Pena, Warriors. entire starting line-up with Guns’ offense showed signs left field, Rey Cruz, short- “Headquarters Battalion is Steve Cappeart, center field- of life when Jeff Daniels, stop, and Brandon Miles, a good team,” Chester said. er, scoring twice before the pitcher, and Ben Thornton, right field ran home. “We are going to do the Lance Cpl. Alesha R. Guard Isaac Tibayan, power forward, No. 14, Combat Service Support Prop Guns came up to bat. third baseman, ran home Not to be out done by same thing we did today, Group 3, shoots a long shot against Staff Noncommissioned Officers “We’ve seen their pitcher bringing the score to 8-3 in their Outlaw counterparts, and hopefully we can Academy during an Intramural Basketball League playoff game at plenty of times this year and the bottom of the second. the Prop Guns offense improve our hitting also.” the Semper Fit Center March 26.

Photos by Lance Cpl. Achilles Tsantarliotis Marine Corps Base Hawaii’s ‘D-Dogs’ come down out of choreographed stunts, during the 6th Annual Aloha International Spirit Championship, Friday, at the Waikiki Shell.

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Hobbs said despite certain unforeseen diffi- culties, the D-Dogs still managed to come together and perform at the championship. “We overcame a few last minute problems,” Hobbs explained. “We had a girl drop out at the last second so we had to change the whole routine last night. But they got it down.” For anyone familiar with the Marine Corps, no announcement would have been necessary to distinguish the D-Dogs from their fellow competitors. Dressed in the “Corps’ colors,” they marched from both sides of the stage toward each other in the middle to the sound of a remixed tape with none other than R. Lee Ermey’s, marching commands from “Full Metal Jacket.” After their routine, the girls rejoiced excited- ly for a hard worked performance. “It was awesome,” said 11-year-old Kaylah ‘D-Dogs’ put the flyer in half-stunt Friday. Davis, co-captain, D-Dogs. “Just having all those people watching us – it was a lot of fun. here made it all worth it.” I think we did really good, ‘cause we had to Learning the routine and working so well change the whole thing at the last minute and together was easier since the team was so will- everyone did a good job learning it.” ing to learn, said Jennifer Burkett, assistant Hobbs said the choreography stood out coach, D-Dogs. because it had an important part integrated “They were so eager to learn and willing to into it. keep practicing,” Burkett said. “I’m very “We dedicated the routine to those who proud to see how well they did, and a lot of serve,” Hobbs said. “I think they did a really them overcame their fear of being onstage. good job with it. Had them march out like But all their hard work paid off, they loved Marines to ‘motivating music.’ They worked doing their routine and we’re definitely doing hard, and it was a challenge – but coming it next year.” C-6 • APRIL 4, 2008 HAWAII MARINE AROUND THE CORPS Combat conditioning at sea helps Marines beat heat

Staff Sgt. Sergio Jimenez through a grueling workout gathered as a group and cri- 11th MEU that included pushups, tiqued each other and offered crunches, wind sprints and suggestions on how the team ABOARD USS TARAWA — various combat conditioning could do things differently, Marines and Sailors from the drills. said Ceniceros. 11th Marine Expeditionary It was the perfect opportu- Other sections also ran Unit took advantage of hot nity to get, “our boys accli- fireman carry and stretcher- and humid conditions and a matized and ready for the rig- bearer relays to practice evac- no-fly day to take part in ors of combat,” said uating casualties from the acclimatization and combat Kryszczynski. “We never combat zone, said Ortiz. conditioning drills on the know when we’re going to Today’s training was flight deck here, March 26. get the call, so we have to tough, said Ortiz. “But I’ve On deployment, the birds always be ready.” seen tougher.” are always in the air and it is “Inside the ship, we live in “We do acclimatization rare that the flight deck is a controlled environment, training at least once a available to train, “so we take like in a bubble,” said Pfc. month,” he said. “Last advantage of it when we Ryan C. Ortiz, mortarman, month in Kuwait, we did a can,” said Staff Sgt. Adam from Augusta, Ga. “Training two-and-a-half hour run in Kryszczynski, 1st Section like this keeps us from get- flak jackets. We started out Leader, 81 Millimeter ting too comfortable and slowly and worked our way Platoon, Weapons Company, keeps our bodies used to up to that level to make sure Battalion Landing Team, 1st operating in hot and rigorous nobody got hurt,” he said. Battalion, 5th Marine environments.” Ortiz and Ceniceros said Staff Sgt. Sergio Jimenez Regiment. (Left to Right) Pfc. Christopher Santiago, Lance Cpl. Andrew A. Tescher, Pfc. Ryan Ortiz and Lance Cpl. According to Ceniceros, they expect the command to Battalion Landing Team Ivan C. Ceniceros, with Weapons Company, Battalion Landing Team, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, besides combat conditioning, push them further the next 1/5 is from Camp Pendleton, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, Camp Pendleton, Calif., go on a combat conditioning run on the flight the Marines and Sailors also time they train to beat the Calif., and is the MEU’s deck here during acclimatization training on a hot and humid day at sea. practiced hand and arm sig- heat. “They can count on it,” ground combat element. The of the Marines had seen on ing the cool morning hours, ball, dodge ball or in the nals and formation move- said Kryszczynski. “That’s 11th MEU is currently on a the deployment and it was the Marines waited until the gym, Lance Cpl. Ivan C. ment techniques to help how we stay sharp. We push seven-month deployment also scheduled as a day off. hot midday sun warmed Ceniceros, a mortarman, them cross through danger- each other to the limit.” through the Western Pacific But rather than take it easy, things up outside. from El Paso, Tx., was in ous areas when exposed to For more information about and Arabian Gulf Region. the Marines decided to turn it So, while other Marines combat gear taking part in enemy fire. the 11th MEU, visit their Web site This was one of the hottest up a notch. So instead of and Sailors were inside the patrolling formations exercis- After each team ran at http://www.usmc.mil/11th and most humid days many beginning their training dur- ship relaxing, playing basket- es and pushing himself through an exercise, they meu.

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