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july 13, 2012 www.facebook.com/3mef.mcipac in this issue RIMPAC 12 steps off with 22 nations CRITICAL DAYS Cpl. Jerel Bersolona helps members OF SUMMER: of 2nd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Ensure safety Canadian Light Infantry, practice during physical using the fast-rope insertion system activities. during the Rim of the Pacific exercise at Marine Corps Base Hawaii July 2. More than 40 ships and submarines, Pg. 3 200 aircraft and 25,000 personnel from 22 nations are participating in RIMPAC 2012, the world’s largest 3rd med bn international maritime exercise, from conducts tactical June 29 to Aug. 3. RIMPAC participants combat casualty foster and sustain relationships care course critical to ensuring safety of sea lanes Pg. 4 and security on the world’s oceans. RIMPAC 2012 is the 23rd exercise in the series that began in 1971. Bersolona is iii mef/mcipac to the rappel master with 1st Battalion, continue homestay 3rd Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine program Division, III Marine Expeditionary Families needed to host Force. Photo by Canadian Forces Master Cpl. visiting children. Marc-Andre Gaudreault Pg. 5 12th Marine Regiment departs for Korea

Lance Cpl. Kasey Peacock Company, III MEF, joined the regi- training or the real thing.” okinawa marine staff ment for the exercise. The KMEP series of exercises is Marines loaded food and supplies conducted annually between U.S. CAMP HANSEN — Approximately for the exercise onto the vessel using and Republic of Korea Marine Corps 1ST MAW 250 Marines with 12th Marine Regi- Humvees, 7-ton trucks, tractors and units to increase interoperability ENHANCES JUNGLE ment departed Kin Red Beach train- forklifts. and combined capabilities. SKILLS ing area, near Camp Hansen, July 9-11, “Having all of the Marines out “This is a great opportunity to Marines cross bridges for the Republic of Korea. here loading the (vessel) and prepar- enhance our partnering relation- during seven-day The regiment, a part of 3rd Marine ing for deployment reminds us that ships and demonstrate our war- evolution. Division, III Marine Expeditionary we are expeditionary,” said Chief fighting techniques,” said Capt. PgS. 6-7 Force, left the area onboard a high- Warrant Officer Nicholas Farmer, Caleb A. Murphy, a fire direction speed vessel to the Republic of Korea an embarkation officer with the regi- officer with the regiment. “Dur- for Korean Marine Exchange Pro- ment. “Seeing (them) out here work- ing the exercise, we hope to learn UTILITIES Marines gram 12-7. A detachment of Marines ing hard shows that we can be ready as much as possible from training PROVIDE power with 5th Air Naval Gunfire Liaison when called upon, whether it be for see KMEP pg 5 CAB offers commodities to Marines in the field. Pg. 8 Nations commemorate SEnSEI-FILLED SEMINAR Pg. 9 US Independence Day Lance Cpl. Ian M. McMahon haitian marine okinawa marine staff thankful for marine corps ROBERTSON BARRACKS, NORTHERN TERRITORY, Aus- Pg. 10 tralia — The smell of hot dogs on the grill and sounds of a softball game are familiar reminders of Independence Day traditions. This Fourth of July, those traditions took on a new Australian Army Lt. Col. Michael Bye speaks to U.S. and FOLLOW US ON MARINES.MIL meaning for several hundred Marines, sailors, and Australian Australian service members during an Independence Day Army soldiers. cookout at Robertson Barracks near Darwin, Australia, July At Robertson Barracks in Australia’s Northern Territory, 4. Marines and Australian soldiers marked Independence members of 2nd Cavalry Regiment, 1st Brigade Australian Day with a cookout, rugby and softball games. Bye is the Defence Force and Marines with Company F, 2nd Battalion, commanding officer of the Australian Army’s 2nd Cavalry see FOURTH pg 5 Regiment. Photo by Lance Cpl. Ian M. McMahon

for information on Okinapa! okinawa marine | OPINION & EDITORIAL | july 13, 2012 Maintain vigilance at all times 2 Around Allan R. Lee proper force protection measures. Prior to 9/11, government agencies n 1993, foreign terrorists bombed worked independently regarding poten- the World Trade Center complex in tial terrorist threats. Since the attacks, the Corps INew York City and in 1995, domestic antiterrorism efforts are more proactive terrorists bombed the Alfred P. Murrah as the joint effort to standardize pro- Federal Building in downtown Okla- cedures and report suspicious activity homa City. has increased the nation’s vigilance and In 1996, terrorists breached force safety. protection measures for U.S. personnel Terrorists do not discriminate. It is located in Saudi Arabia in an assault on everyone’s responsibility to be cognizant the Khobar Towers, killing 19 U.S. ser- of and report suspicious activities. If you vice members and wounding hundreds see something suspicious, report it to of civilians. authorities. “The Khobar Towers attack should Taking proactive measures costs be seen as a watershed event, pointing much less than ignoring the possibil- the way to a radically new mindset and ity of harm altogether. Follow these key Marines walk ashore from Landing Craft Utility 1656 dramatic changes in the way we protect steps to lessen your threat level: onto Kuwait Naval Base after disembarking USS Gunston our forces deployed overseas from this 1. Keep a low profile and make an ef- Hall to participate in training exercises in Kuwait July growing threat,” said William J. Perry, fort to blend in. Your dress, conduct and 4. The Marines are with the 24th Marine Expeditionary the secretary of defense at the time. mannerisms should not attract undue Unit, which is currently deployed with the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group to the U.S. Central Command In reaction to this incident, the anti- attention. area of operations as a theater-reserve and crisis- terrorism force protection program was 2. Keep your movements unpredict- response force. Photo by Sgt. Richard Blumenstein created. able by varying your route, time and The Department of Defense defines mode of travel. Let others know where antiterrorism as you are going and defensive mea- when you plan to sures used to return. reduce the vulner- • Maintain a low profile 3. Be alert! Watch ability of individ- • Vary your route, time and for suspicious ac- uals and property mode of travel tivities or unusual to terrorist acts. behaviors. This is different • Be alert and aware of your 4. Do not release from counterter- surroundings personal informa- rorism, which • Keep personal information tion; keep it secure. A color guard composed of Marines with Regimental refers to offensive If you observe any Combat Teams 5 and 6 prepares to present the measures taken to secure suspicious activities, colors during a transfer of authority ceremony on Camp Delaram II, Helmand province, Afghanistan, prevent, deter, and report them to the July 5. RCT-5, a part of 1st Marine Division, I Marine respond to terror- provost marshal’s Expeditionary Force, officially transferred authority ism. Both are part of the DOD concept of office, the Naval Criminal Investigative for its area of operations to RCT-6, a part of 2nd force protection, which brings together Service or your camp’s antiterrorism Marine Division, II MEF. Photo by Sgt. Sheila Brooks all the security disciplines in a broad and physical security officers. When program to protect service members, reporting these events, remember who civilian employees, family members, was involved, what took place, when and facilities and equipment. where it happened, and try to provide The danger to military personnel any pictures or video which can be comes from foreign states, nation-states taken safely. and terrorist groups. Any of these can Allan R. Lee is an antiterrorism officer devastate our military strength and at- with Headquarters and Service Battalion, tack our vulnerabilities in the absence of Marine Corps Base Camp Butler.

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Awareness, knowledge crucial in preventing sports-related injuries

Lance Cpl. Kasey Peacock Stretching before and after okinawa marine staff sporting activities, as well as get- ting adequate rest, can help prevent CAMP FOSTER — Recreation- injuries, according to Axman. al sport activities are common “The tighter muscles are when among Marines during the summer they are expected to perform, the months on Okinawa. greater the risk for tearing or pulling Whether it is a soccer match a muscle,” said Axman. “Nothing or a one-on-one basketball game, worthwhile was ever obtained in a service members are constantly short amount of time. It takes work, Marines play basketball during their lunch break in the field house at Gunner’s Fitness Center on Camp Foster July 11. The basketball courts and the gym are engaging in physical activities. It is discipline and consistency (to devel- often full during this time of day on most Marine Corps installations. It is important to be both physically and op) proper preventative measures.” important for participants to remember to stay safe while taking part in physical mentally prepared to help prevent On Okinawa, temperatures can activity. Stretching and hydrating are crucial but often forgotten when Marines sports-related injuries. reach to more than 100 degrees, participate in sporting events. Photo by Lance Cpl. Jose D. Lujano Marines must remain operation- increasing the risk of heat-related ally ready at all times. If service mem- injuries such as dehydration, heat “A lot of injuries leading to Conditioning the body to endure bers are not taking proper precautions exhaustion and heat stroke. medical discharges come from extensive physical training can to avoid sports-related injuries, it can “It can take months for people playing sports,” said Petty Officer also help prevent injuries, accord- affect their unit’s mission. to acclimate to the humidity on 1st Class Ricardo A. Alonsolopez, ing to Alonsolopez. “Marines engage in many dif- Okinawa,” said Axman. “Any a corpsman with Combat Logistics “It is important for service ferent activities which run the risk prolonged activity outside should Regiment 37, 3rd Marine Logistics members to stay consistent with of injury,” said Bonnie Axman, be done with caution and during Group, III Marine Expeditionary stretching and conditioning,” said a fitness coordinator for Marine the cooler parts of the day to avoid Force. “A sports-related injury can Axman. “If you remain active Corps Community Services health heat-related injuries.” have a significant impact on the life throughout the year, you don’t run promotion at Marine Corps Air Staying hydrated and being mind- of any service member. Not only the risk of overtraining your body Station Futenma. “Stretching tech- ful of the weather are good ways to can the injury affect overall well- to the point of injury.” niques, hydration and humidity avoid injuries, according to Axman. being, but it can also play a direct For more information on pre- awareness and proper protective Wearing protective equipment role in affecting their readiness and venting sports-related injuries, equipment should all be taken into during contact sports, such as a deployment status.” contact the sports medicine and consideration before engaging in helmet or pads, can help prevent se- Marines are expected to be in reconditioning therapy clinic at sporting events.” rious injuries to the head or chest. top physical condition at all times. 645-6213. Marines, Japanese celebrate day of friendship in Hokkaido

Lance Cpl. Donald T. Peterson officer of the battalion. “It was a great experience for all of us and we look okinawa marine staff forward to coming back to Yausubetsu Maneuver Area next year.” The Marines were accompanied by community members and Japan Self- YAUSUBETSU MANEUVER AREA, HOKKAIDO, Japan — Marines with Defense Force personnel as they sat around one of fourteen fires, which had 3rd Battalion, 12th Marine Regiment, celebrated a day of friendship with dinner cooking over it. Everyone came together and participated in friendly citizens of Betsukai-town to conclude Artillery Relocation Training Program games and traditional Japanese dances. 12-1 June 27. “It was a great pleasure having the Marines here,” said Mizunuma The friendship day was hosted to create a greater bond between Japanese Takeshi, the mayor of Betsukai-town. “I’m glad their training went well and citizens and Marines and to wrap up the training event. Officers and staff I hope to see them again.” noncommissioned officers attended the event to display their gratitude This is the first time in two years the battalion trained at Yausubetsu toward the Hokkaido Defense Bureau, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Maneuver Area, and they hope it will not be their last. and the local citizens for their support while Marines trained at Yausub- “The friendship day was a good way to end our training here,” said etsu Maneuver Area. Brown. “I hope when we come back, we (are) able to train with Japanese “I would like to say I appreciate the agencies and local citizens for all their artillery units. It would make a great difference because we would be assistance during ARTP 12-1,” said Maj. Jason P. Brown, the commanding working together.” okinawa marine | NEWS | july 13, 2012

briefs change4 for drivers licensing 3rd Recon welcomes Thompson Due to a scheduled power outage, the installation safety office, located Maj. Eric. N. Thompson assumed command of 3rd at Camp Foster, building 5831, will Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III be closed July 17 from 7:30 a.m. to Marine Expeditionary Force, from Lt. Col. Travis L. 4:30 p.m. Homiak during a ceremony at Camp Schwab July 6. In support of customers attending Homiak commanded 3rd Recon Bn. since July 2010 the newcomers orientation and and will become the future operations officer for G-3, welcome aboard indoctrination training, operations and plans, 3rd Marine Division. session scheduled for July 18, the Thompson’s previous assignment was at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado Springs, Colo., where he served office will offer private motor vehicle as the land domain chief, J3, U.S. Northern Command. licensing examinations at the Camp Foster Education Center, building 5679, room 10, at 8:30 and 10 a.m. and at 1 and 2:30 p.m. Normal operating THOMPSON HOMIAK hours and services will resume the following day. Camps Kinser and Hansen’s satellite offices will remain open for safety compliance services. All other safety issues requiring Corpsmen immediate attention during this period can be addressed to Mr. Shawn Curtis at 090-6861-4270. advance life-

Recreational water safety A reminder to all personnel: III saving skills Marine Expeditionary Force/Marine Corps Installations Pacific Order Lance Cpl. Erik S. Brooks Jr. 5101.1 stipulates all regulations okinawa marine staff and policies personnel must follow when engaging in recreational water CAMP HANSEN — Corpsmen with 3rd Medical activities on Okinawa, including Battalion completed the tactical combat casualty beaches and marinas run by the U.S. care course at the Tactical Medical Simulation military. Personnel are not permitted Center at Camp Hansen June 29. to enter open water during “Sea The corpsmen, with 3rd Med. Bn., Combat Lo- Condition Danger,” periods of heavy gistics Regiment 37, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, rains and reduced visibility, in the III Marine Expeditionary Force, are required to presence of thunder and lightning, or take the course every two years. when local conditions result in the “TCCC is designed for the corpsmen to learn closure of a beach or coastal area. how to treat patients on the battlefield,” said Petty For more information, contact Officer 2nd Class Diamse P. Fernan, a TCCC in- the Marine Corps Base Camp Butler structor at the simulation center. “Our goal is to Installation Safety Office at 645-2651. eliminate preventable deaths.” Students learned the order in which to treat pa- tients’ injuries, according to Petty Officer 2nd Class Corpsmen with 3rd Medical Battalion apply a bandage Brian B. Kirks, a TCCC instructor. to a simulated casualty during the tactical combat “We teach the corpsmen to use the acronym casualty care course at the Tactical Medical Simulation Center at Camp Hansen June 29. 3rd Med. Bn. is part MARCH when treating patients,” said Fernan. of Combat Logistics Regiment 37, 3rd Marine Logistics Major hemorrhages are checked first to stop Group, III Marine Expeditionary Force. all critical bleeding, according to Fernan. As- Photo by Lance Cpl. Erik S. Brooks Jr. sessing the air way is next and ensures the wind pipe is not damaged. A respiratory check similar to what they would see when deployed,” follows to make sure the patient is breathing said Kirks. “The corpsmen (were) in a dark room properly. A circulation check is then performed with the sound of (gunfire) and smoke in the air. to make sure they have no arterial bleeding. The environment basically makes them revert back Finally, a head to toe assessment of the patient to the training they learned.” is performed. When the corpsmen are in the simulation “We stress the importance of taking care of room, they are assessed by the instructors to the major injuries first to best treat patients,” said make sure they are doing everything correctly, Fernan. “This allows them to keep a cool head according to Kirks. when downrange.” “We look to make sure they are following the The corpsmen also learned how to help control procedures step-by-step,” said Kirks. “Also mak- patients’ breathing while on the battlefield. ing sure they use the right equipment and apply “In this course we also teach surgical airway the right bandages. Basically, we look for those placement,” said Fernan. “It allows the patient to life saving interventions.” breathe by placing a tube either down the patient’s Everyone learned communication is key to throat or by cutting a hole outside the neck and being successful in a combat environment, ac- sliding the tube down the windpipe.” cording to Garcia. “With everything going on Corpsmen were taught how to identify the around (you), it is important to talk to your fel- problem and what equipment to use in each situ- low corpsmen.” ation, according to Petty Officer 3rd Class Steven The corpsmen responded very well to the train- V. Garcia, a surgery technician with the battalion. ing, according to Kirks. They took the lessons TO SUBMIT A BRIEF, send an email to “Knowing your gear is important when you are learned in the classroom and demonstrated them [email protected], or fax deployed, so you know what to use on a patient.” during hands-on training. your request to 645-3803. The deadline for Once their classroom lesson was complete, the “This course taught me to use my muscle submitting a brief is noon Friday. Okinawa Marine reserves the right to edit all submitted corpsmen moved to hands-on training. memory and fall back on my training when put material. “We placed the corpsmen in an environment (in) a stressful situation,” said Garcia. okinawa marine | NEWS | july 13, 2012

Host families sought for homestay program5 1st Lt. Jeanscott Dodd to Col. Jonathan T. Elliott, Last year, approximately okinawa marine staff assistant chief of staff, G-7, 25 children and five adult government and external chaperones took part in the CAMP FOSTER — Families affairs division, MCIPAC. program, and Elliott hopes of the III Marine Expedition- “Last year, the program’s to have similar numbers ary Force and Marine Corps intent was to give children this year. Installations Pacific com- a break and some exposure “A lesson learned from munity are invited to serve to the military, let them last year was to have the chil- as hosts in a homestay pro- unwind, relax, and reunite dren stay with host families gram, part of a community them with members of the for more exposure and to relations project sponsored 31st MEU who assisted be able to learn more about by III MEF/MCIPAC in the in the relief efforts,” said American and Okinawan near future. Elliott. “Now that some culture, so this year they Volunteer families will time has passed since the will be staying with host Students from Oshima district play water games with Marines at a host Japanese children or disaster, we wanted to take families for the duration pool party held as part of a four-day cultural exchange program, adult chaperones from Os- the opportunity to learn instead of taking them back which took place Aug. 6-9, 2011. The homestay program last year hima Island and Kesennuma from the children in a fo- to a central billeting location was hosted by Marine Corps Bases Japan, now Marine Corps Installations Pacific, and for 25 students and five chaperones City, Miyagi prefecture. This rum where they can share at night, which was the case from Oshima district, Kesennuma City, Miyagi prefecture, which is the area where the 31st Ma- some thoughts and lessons last year,” said Elliott. “Last was heavily damaged in the March 11, 2011, Great East Japan rine Expeditionary Unit con- from what happened and year’s event was very posi- earthquake and tsunami. Photo by Lance Cpl. Brianna Turner tributed significantly to relief use it in the SOFA and tive for everyone involved, and recovery efforts during Okinawa community to be bonds were made for life, according to Elliott. similar age who are willing Operation Tomodachi. better prepared for natural and a lot of people still have “It’s a big responsibility to to accept people into their This event follows last disasters.” connections with the chil- volunteer, but nobody from homes to volunteer.” year’s successful homestay To facilitate this, III MEF/ dren they met.” last year regretted partici- A background check and program and seeks to give MCIPAC will host a chil- Volunteer families last pating. It blessed them just other personal information visiting children an op- dren’s summit focusing on year spared no expense or as much as the children, will be required from those portunity to share their humanitarian assistance effort in making the chil- and the overwhelming re- wishing to volunteer. Japa- experiences and lessons and disaster relief issues dren and chaperones feel sponse was that they wished nese language skills are not with the status of forces and disaster preparedness welcome, and there were no it had been longer,” said needed. For more details, agreement and Okinawa with selected students rang- shortage of tears when the Elliott. “I would encourage call 645-4220. The deadline communities, according ing from 5th to 8th grade. time came to say goodbye, anyone with children of for sign-ups is July 19.

FOURTH from pg 1 3rd Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Ex- peditionary Force, celebrated Independence Day together. The Australians and Americans partnered together to prepare an American-style barbecue, complete with hot dogs, hamburgers and potato salad. They also participated in rugby and softball games. USO Pacific sponsored the barbecues by providing food and holiday decorations. “It's great to see the Australians coming out to join us in celebrating our culture and sharing some of theirs,” said Sgt. Kyle Coe, a platoon sergeant with Company F. “The (USO) couldn't have done a better job setting up the cookout for us.” The barbecue was not the first time Marines and Australians partnered to celebrate a national holiday. In April, Marines of Company F marched through downtown Darwin alongside Australian troops in celebration of Anzac Day, which commemorates the Marines use a tractor to load supplies onto a high-speed vessel headed for Korean Marine Exchange sacrifices of the Australian and New Zealand Army Program 12-7 at Kin Red Beach training area, near Camp Hansen, July 9. The exercise demonstrates Corps during World War I. the mutual continued dedication to the ROK-U.S. relationship and contributes to security and “We’ve forged a very good relationship with (the stability on the Korean Peninsula and throughout the Asia-Pacific region. The Marines are with Marines) since Anzac Day when they joined in (our) Headquarters Battery, 12th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force, and 5th Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, III MEF. Photo by Lance Cpl. Kasey Peacock celebrations,” said Sgt. Kayla Williamson, an Austra- lian soldier with 2nd Cavalry Regiment. “It’s an honor KMEP from pg 1 to be able to facilitate this with them, and we hope with the Republic of Korea Marines.” they enjoy their day.” During the exercise, ROK and U.S. personnel will conduct bilateral field training. The Approximately 70 Australian soldiers joined in the training will include U.S. Marines serving as a command and control element for ROKMC cookout with the Marines. There were plenty of happy 8th Artillery Battalion during live-fire artillery training and bilateral combined small-arms faces throughout the day, over the grill, at picnic tables, and machine gun ranges. and on the athletic fields. Marines will also be involved in several community relations events alongside ROK “I don't think we could get any closer to home than Marines. In addition to the equipment, the regiment brought other assets to ensure the this,” said Lance Cpl. Anthony Vaccaro, an ammunition success of KMEP 12-7. technician with Company F. “Both countries have truly “My job during the exercise is to facilitate the interaction between Korean and U.S. service come together during the time we've spent here. I'm look- members and civilians,” said Lance Cpl. Jorden Back, an interpreter with the regiment. “The ing forward to continuing to train here.” more I can help the interaction between the two countries, the smoother the exercise will be.” During the remaining months of its deployment to KMEP 12-7 will take place at Rodriguez Live Fire Complex and at St. Barbara and Night- Australia, Company F, as part of Marine Rotational Force – mare Ranges in the Republic of Korea from July 8 – August 14. Darwin, will conduct bilateral martial arts training, small- The exercise demonstrates the mutual continued dedication to the ROK-U.S. relation- unit operations and other combat training with various ship and contributes to security and stability on the Korean Peninsula and throughout supporting elements, all cooperation with the Australian the Asia-Pacific region. Army’s 1st Brigade, based at Robertson Barracks. 6 okinawa marine | NEWS feature | july 13, 2012

Lance Cpl. Hung Q. Nguyen crosses a two-strand rope bridge at the Jungle Warfare Training Center at Camp Gonsalves July 7. Nguyen, along with his unit, are participating in a seven-day training package to develop Every clime and place their skills in a jungle environment. Nguyen is a ground communications organizational repairer 1st MAW Marines progress through jungle with Marine Wing Support Squadron 172, Marine Story and photos by Aircraft Group 36. Lance Cpl. Erik S. Brooks Jr. okinawa marine staff

arines with various units of Marine Aircraft Group 36 Mand Marine Wing Headquar- ters Squadron 1 trained at the Jungle Warfare Training Center at Camp Gon- Pfc. Eric R. Weeman crosses a rope bridge at the Jungle salves July 7. Warfare Training Center at Camp Gonsalves July 7. Bridges can be assembled to permit Marines to cross valleys in any The units, part of 1st Marine Air- location. Weeman is a motor vehicle operator with Marine craft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Wing Support Squadron 172, Marine Aircraft Group 36. Force, performed fast and hasty rappel- ling and crossed rope bridges as part of a jungle warfare training package. “The Marines are currently com- pleting a seven-day basic jungle warfare training package,” said Staff Sgt. Timothy H. Davis, the staff noncommissioned officer-in-charge of combat engineer platoon, Marine Wing Support Squadron 172, MAG- 36. “Rappelling was the first exercise we completed.” Marines practice rappelling be- cause there may be situations during combat deployments where having that skill is the difference between staying safe or suffering injury, ac- cording to Davis. The Marines began the day with classes outlining knot-tying tech- niques. “We taught the Marines four differ- ent knots they would need to use,” said Cpl. Joseph H. Leiding, an assaultman and instructor at the center. “Each knot serves a different purpose.” The first knot Marines learned was the square knot, which is commonly

Lance Cpl. Hung Q. Nguyen rappels down a 70-foot cliff at the Jungle Warfare Training Center at Camp Gonsalves July 7. Rappelling skills can be used to overcome obstacles such as impassable rock cliffs. Nguyen Cpl. Joseph H. Leiding, left, shows Cpl. Yonique R. Cousins how to tie an around-the-body knot during is a ground communications a knot-tying class at the Jungle Warfare Training Center at Camp Gonsalves July 7. The knot can be organizational repairer with used when crossing rope bridges. Leiding is an assaultman and an instructor with the center. Cousins Marine Wing Support Squadron is an aviation operations specialist with Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron 1. 172, Marine Aircraft Group 36. okinawa marine | NEWS feature | july 13, 2012 7

Every clime and place 1st MAW Marines progress through jungle

used to secure rope around an object. control. Using this method, the brake The second knot was the around- hand is moved to the 6 o’clock posi- the-body knot, which is used when tion, or straight down, to tighten the crossing a man-made rope bridge. ropes and stop. Connected to that knot is the figure- “To have a controlled descent, the eight knot. Marine can’t hold the rope too tight,” “The figure-eight knot allows Ma- said Leiding. “It not only causes rope rines to use a climbing clip to attach burn but also creates a bumpy ride themselves onto the knot and safety line down.” when crossing obstacles,” said Leiding. After each participant practiced The final knot-tying technique fast rappelling, they transitioned learned was the military rappel seat, into hasty rappelling, which is an which serves as a makeshift harness improvised method used to descend used to rappel down cliffs. moderate slopes without the use of a “The knots we learned will help climbing clip. us in our everyday job,” said Lance “Hasty rappelling is difficult for Cpl. Harrson H. Burrage, a combat some because they underestimate the engineer with MWSS-172 and course hill,” said Davis. “The hill is steeper participant. “They can be used to as- than they expect, and they try to go sist with construction jobs and to help too fast.” secure pallets together.” The final exercise involved crossing After mastering knots, Marines used several rope bridges. their skills to safely rappel down a To maneuver the bridges, Marines 70-foot cliff while performing stopping used the around-the-body knot, requir- maneuvers. ing them to hook onto the safety line “As we descended the cliff, we and walk across the narrow bridges performed three controlled stops,” said one foot at a time. Burrage. “We performed these to show “If there is no other way around, we have control of our descent.” these bridges can be set up during op- Marines were taught the “3 o’clock erations to overcome obstacles such as method,” during which the rope flows valleys,” said Leiding. freely, allowing them to start and Most of the rappel training is not stop while rappelling down the cliff. new for the Marines, but it is important The method gets its name from the to keep such skills fresh. Marines with Marine Aircraft Group 36 and Marine Wing placement of the brake hand in the 3 “This was a chance for the Marines Headquarters Squadron 1 cross a rope bridge at the Jungle o’clock position, or horizontally to the to get out of their everyday work envi- Warfare Training Center at Camp Gonsalves July 7. In addition right of their body. ronment,” said Davis. “They learned to crossing the bridge, Marines performed fast and hasty They also learned the “6 o’clock individually to overcome their sense of rappelling. MAG-36 and MWHS-1 are both a part of 1st Marine method,” which allows them to rap- fear and to trust in the skills they had Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force. pel faster while still maintaining been taught.”

Marines rappel down a cliff at the Jungle Warfare Training Center at Camp Gonsalves July 7. They learned how to create a harness using rope and how to safely descend down cliffs during a rappelling class. The Marines Cpl. Joseph H. Leiding, left, shows Cpl. Yonique R. Cousins how to tie an around-the-body knot during are with various units of Marine Aircraft Group 36 and Marine Wing a knot-tying class at the Jungle Warfare Training Center at Camp Gonsalves July 7. The knot can be Headquarters Squadron 1. used when crossing rope bridges. Leiding is an assaultman and an instructor with the center. Cousins is an aviation operations specialist with Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron 1. okinawa marine | FEATURE | july 13, 2012 PROVIDING8 POWER Utilities Marines improve field conditions

Lance Cpl. Matthew Manning were able to employ our tactical water okinawa marine staff purification system and produced 254,000 gallons of drinking water for everyone in eing in the field, whether for an exer- (CAB’s) area of operation,” said Baier cise or operation, often means going Cobra Gold, the United States’ longest- Bwithout the comforts and luxuries standing military exercise in the Asia-Pacif- one becomes accustomed to in everyday gar- ic-region, brings together more than 10,000 rison life. members of the U.S. and six other militaries However, serving in a field environment to focus on interoperability and multina- does not always mean sacrificing these com- tional coordination and training. modities thanks to the effort of utilities pla- Marines of CAB and the Republic of toon, Combat Assault Battalion, 3rd Marine Korea, as well as the Royal Thai Navy, were Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. able to use the water provided by utilities The platoon provides services including platoon throughout the exercise, according electricity, water purification, heating, ven- to James. tilation, air conditioning and refrigeration, “This reduced the total cost of the ex- according to Chief Warrant Officer Christo- ercise by well over $250,000 because we pher J. Baier, the utilities officer with CAB. created our own water instead of buying “The main thing we provide is power,” bottled water,” said Baier. “This enabled the said Baier. “In order to communicate you entire battalion to come under budget for have to have power.” the entire exercise.” When Marines provide electricity to a The platoon’s ability to purify and pro- unit in the field, it enables the unit to have cess water is not only unique to the bat- an organic power supply, according to Baier. talion, but all Marine divisions, according Marines pour water into a pump to clear air from “The main purpose behind the electricity to Baier. This capability is intended for use the line at Kin Blue April 12. The Marines are able services we provide is to power the com- in training events and exercises during to provide clean water for drinking and showering mand and control centers in the field,” said humanitarian assistance and disaster relief by purifying ocean water. The Marines are with Master Sgt. Albert James Jr., utilities chief operations, like Operation Tomodachi. CAB. Photo by Lance Cpl. Matthew Manning for the battalion. “It is essential for them to “During Operation Tomodachi, although have an uninterrupted supply of power for we (didn’t) to send any Marines to help, we utilities platoon’s support is the biggest thing all their gear, so they can stay in contact were able to send some of our gear to help to take pride in, according to James. with higher commands.” the recovery efforts by processing clean “I like to think we are a morale-boosting Along with the power supplied to the water and pumping water out of flooded unit,” said Turner. “Giving units, such as command and control centers, air condi- areas,” said Cpl. Dustin P. Turner, a water 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 12th Marine tioning is often required to keep electrical support technician with CAB. Regiment and CAB, the ability to have their equipment at the proper operating tempera- Operation Tomodachi, meaning “friend- clothes washed or take a shower for the first ture, according to Baier. ship” in Japanese, was the U.S. armed forc- time in a week, or a month, will change the For the Marines of utilities platoon, the es’ action in support of the Japanese people morale of that unit drastically. ability to make a unit in the field self-sus- following the Great East Japan earthquake “Being able to bring comfort and happi- taining brings a sense of pride to all. and tsunami in 2011. ness to people’s faces is something you can “During exercise Cobra Gold 2012, we Seeing satisfaction from those receiving really take pride in.”

Marines with Combat Assault Battalion set up water purification equipment at Kin Blue April 8. The equipment allowed Marines to process and utilize water from the ocean. CAB is part of 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. Photo courtesy of Combat Assault Battalion okinawa marine | FEATURE | july 13, 2012

JGSDF observes 7th 9 Comm Bn capabilities

Story and photos by to exchange information about Lance Cpl. Nicholas S. Ranum JGSDF and Marine Corps com- okinawa marine staff munication equipment at Camp Hansen June 27. embers of the Western The JGSDF members also Army Signal Group, visited the battalion, a part of MJapan Ground Self-De- III Marine Expeditionary Force fense Force, met with Marines Headquarters Group, III MEF, of 7th Communication Battalion to share and exchange ideas related to communications planning. “We answered questions they had from the last time they visited us,” said Master Sgt. John L. Pellicore, the operations chief for the battalion. “We also Cpl. Mitchell D. McMillion shows members of the Western Army Signal Group, set up static displays.” Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, equipment for a radio data team kit at The Marines compared capa- Camp Hansen June 27. The kit was shown to give JGSDF members an idea of Marine Corps expeditionary command and control capabilities. The purpose of bilities and engaged in discus- the group’s visit was to compare the capabilities of Marine Corps and JGSDF sions, according to Maj. Akihiro equipment. McMillion is a tropospheric scatter radio multi-channel equipment Hirota, the chief of S-3, training operator with 7th Communication Battalion, which is part of III Marine and operations, Western Army Expeditionary Force Headquarters Group, III MEF. Signal Group. The JGSDF members were hopes to get similar equipment regarding the function, size briefed on the AN/TRC-170 eventually, according to Hirota. and capabilities of the Marine tropospheric scatter microwave “The device would be ben- equipment. radio terminal, a radio data eficial in the Kyushu region The visit was educational for team kit and a deployable joint specifically since there are both sides, according to Hirota. command and control rapid many islands where being able It served as an excellent oppor- response kit. to communicate over long dis- tunity to exchange ideas about “They want capabilities simi- tances is key,” he added. communication technology. Members of the Western Army Signal lar to ours,” said Pellicore. “They The visitors spent more “This is only our second time Group of the Japan Ground Self- have specific requirements and than three hours exchanging meeting with the Western Army Defense Force view communications looked at what they could do information on their respec- Signal Group,” said Pellicore. equipment during a tour given by 7th with similar equipment.” tive communications devices. “We want to get together to Communication Battalion at Camp The JGSDF does not have a Each member of the four-man learn and train with them in Hansen June 27. device like the AN/TRC-170 and team asked multiple questions the future.” Karate students participate in sensei-filled seminar Story and photo by Lance Cpl. Nicholas S. Ranum okinawa marine staff

ractitioners of Seidokan karate gathered at Koza Budokan in Okinawa City to commence the 2012 Ryukoku Seidokan Karate PKobudo Renmei seminar July 2-6. The seminar brought together Seidokan karate enthusiasts from the U.S., Canada and Okinawa in order to sharpen their skills and share their knowledge throughout the week. “Seidokan karate is a mixture of other martial arts,” said Ron K. Nix, a 9th-degree black belt in Seidokan karate and president of Ryukoku Seidokan Karate Kobudo Renmei. “We have grappling, weapons, joint manipulation and the basic strikes.” Many movements in karate will be familiar to Marines, according to David W. Plattsmier, a 1st-degree black belt in the style. “Karate is based more on forms,” said Plattsmier. “The Marine Corps martial arts program was designed for use on the battlefield of today. Karate has techniques that do not fit into (the MCMAP) style, but the basics are the same.” Sensei Satoshi Yamauchi demonstrates a joint manipulation technique at Koza Plattsmier is a retired gunnery sergeant with experience as an Budokan in Okinawa City July 2. Students studied the Seidokan style created instructor-trainer in MCMAP. by Master Sensei Shian Toma. Yamauchi is a 6th-degree black belt in Isshin Ryu “I recommend that any service member attend a civilian martial arts karate and vice president of the Zen Okinawa Seidokan Karate Kobudo Renmei. program,” said Plattsmier. “It will help with their understanding in their service’s martial arts program.” The Seidokan karate discipline has enthusiasts ranging from children Sensei from the Seidokan style and other styles participated in the to adults, according to Nix. There is no such thing as too young or too old. seminar throughout the week, according to Nix. It is all about the determination of the individual who is participating. “I have to be able to continue teaching,” said Nix. “It is to continue “The different martial arts styles of the world really are not that the legacy. The moment you stop teaching, the legacy dies off. There different,” said Nix. “It is not the style that makes the person but the needs to be a legacy left for future generations.” person that makes the style.” okinawa marine | FEATURE | july 13, 2012

From10 tragedy to triumph Haitian Marine shows gratitude to Corps for helping after earthquake Staff Sgt. Ken Melton Marine Logistics Group, Port-Au-Prince, Haiti okinawa marine staff III Marine Expeditionary native. “He told me to Force. “Everyone started (follow him), and (he was screaming, running and screaming, would) try to get some- trying to get and the next thing I knew, one to help. There were “I help,” said Pfc. I woke up and realized the many others outside, but Junior F. Saintville. “I building had collapsed.” he chose me and I was saw a hole, so I crawled He and other survi- able to get help.” through it and then vors, whom were all on Inside the hospital, someone pulled me into the same floor, remained U.S. Navy medical staff the street. That’s when I on the streets for several treated Saintville’s realized it was an earth- hours before returning injuries consisting of a quake.” home. Some, includ- dislocated leg, cuts and Saintville’s life-chang- ing Saintville, did not bruises. ing experience occurred receive proper medical “It was like a miracle. It Jan. 12, 2010, when a treatment until days was like (they were sent) magnitude 7 earthquake later. especially for me,” said devastated the small Many hospitals were the 28-year-old mechanic. country of Haiti, kill- destroyed, and the ones Sainteville’s family in ing over 300,000 people that were still operation- America eventually con- and affecting millions al were overwhelmed, tacted him and brought of others, according to according to Saintville. him to Brooklyn, N.Y., the Haitian government. “At one hospital, I was in September 2010. A However, for Saintville, told I would not be few months later, while through this tragic inci- treated for months.” taking classes at a local dent came inspiration. Eight days later, he college, he decided he “I was at school on made it to a hospital on needed a change of pace. the fifth floor, and I felt the back of a friend’s “I wanted to be some- the building shake,” said bicycle that was escorted one who could help Saintville, now a motor by Marines who were when things (like the transport mechanic with in country to maintain situation in Haiti) hap- Pfc. Junior F. Saintville during the aftermath of the magnitude Ordnance Maintenance order so people could pen,” said Saintville. 7 earthquake that killed over 300,000 people, according to Company, 3rd Mainte- receive treatment. “It was nice to see (U.S. the Haitian government. Saintville credits Marines and sailors nance Battalion, Combat “This Marine chose service members) help on the scene for saving and rehabilitating him. He moved to the U.S. and enlisted in the Marine Corps less than two years Logistics Regiment 35, 3rd me,” said Saintville, a people, but as a Hai- after this photo. He is now a motor transport mechanic with tian, I wanted to (see Ordnance Maintenance Company, 3rd Maintenance Battalion, our people helping). I Combat Logistics Regiment 35, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, III wanted to help everyone Marine Expeditionary Force. Courtesy photo (in a) situation (like) we were in Haiti.” vehicles in his care. “Saintville has enough Saintville conveyed “Listening to music courage for three men,” his wishes to his family, and turning wrenches said Sgt. Ian B. Marquardt, found a local recruiter, makes you feel so alive,” an IMA operations chief. and left for Marine said Saintville. “Someone “He has overcome a lot of Corps recruit training depends on you because adversity and risen above June 13, 2011. if the (vehicle) is not it to better himself. This After graduating boot fixed (properly), the mis- is a direct reflection of the camp and military occu- sion can fail or someone core values of honor, cour- pational specialty school, could get hurt. I feel like age and commitment.” Saintville arrived on I’m someone important.” Even though Saintville Okinawa in March 2012. Recently, Saintville does not know the name “Saintville has had started the process to of the Marine who helped a positive impact since become a naturalized him, the sailor who treated joining (intermediate U.S. citizen, a process him, or their respective maintenance activity) he originally had not in- units, he does know his North,” said Gunnery Sgt. tended on going through. life was changed that day Marco A. Munozvega, “At first I did not want and hopes he can someday staff noncommissioned to change my nationality,” be a person who helps oth- officer-in-charge of IMA, he said. “But when I joined ers in their time of need. north, a part of the com- and served I realized, if I “I’m trying to thank pany. “He is a mature, am a part of the service, them for helping me after levelheaded Marine who why not be a citizen.” the earthquake,” Saint- strives to contribute on a Saintville’s commit- ville said. “(Because) daily basis.” ment and dedication to being able to help each Pfc. Junior F. Saintville repairs a 7 ton truck at Ordnance Saintville echoes Mu- his new homeland has not other, protect each other, Maintenance Company on Camp Hansen June 15. Saintville nozvega’s statement by been overlooked, as his and watch each other’s joined the Marine Corps after witnessing its aid in Haiti after a 7 keeping a positive mind- story continues inspiring back (is) what the Marine magnitude earthquake struck in January 2010. Photo by Staff Sgt. Ken set while maintaining others he encounters. Corps has taught me.” Melton okinawa marine | COMMUNITY place | july 13, 2012

In Theaters Now Japanese phrases11 JULY 13 - 19 of the week: Foster Today Closed Single saturday The Pirates! Band of Misfits (PG), noon; What to “Mata ashita” Expect When You’re Expecting (PG13), 3 p.m.; Think Like A Man marine (PG13), 6 p.m.; Marvel’s The Avengers (PG13), 9 p.m. (pronounced: SUNDay The Amazing Spider-Man (PG13), 1, 4:30 and 8 p.m. monday Marvel’s The Avengers (PG13), 3 p.m.; Rock of Ages Program (PG13), 7 p.m. mah-tah ah-sh- TUEsday Think Like A Man (PG13), 7 p.m. events wednesday What to Expect When You’re Expecting (PG13), tah) 7 p.m. thursday The Amazing Spider-Man (PG13), 7 p.m. It means, Kadena today Closed See you Saturday Madea’s Witness Protection (PG13), noon, 3 and 6 For more information or to sign up, contact the “ p.m.; Think Like A Man (PG13), 9 p.m. Single Marine Program at 645-3681. 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