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WWE at Blaisdell C-1 Sports Briefs C-2 MMARINEARINE JWC Bowling C-3 Volume 31, Number 24 www.mcbh.usmc.mil June 21, 2002 Drug charges net stiff prison terms Sgt. Robert Carlson pleaded guilty to violations under the discharge, confinement for seven years, itary members who are bringing drugs to Press Chief Uniform Code of Military Justice, and reduction to pay grade E-1. the base,” said Capt. Daniel Evans, an Articles 112a and 81. Shaffer, formerly a corpsman with the MCB Hawaii trial counsel. “There was a A Marine and Sailor from MCB Meyer, who until his conviction served 3rd Marine Regiment, received a sen- lot of work done on the part of the Hawaii were both awarded prison sen- with Headquarters Bn., MCB Hawaii, tence of three years and nine months, as Criminal Investigation Division, and tences to go along with their dishonor- was also convicted of violating Article 92 well as reduction in rank to E-1 and a dis- they did a great job.” able discharges last week, after they were of the UCMJ, violating a lawful order honorable discharge, for his convictions With the Navy and Marine Corps “ze- found guilty of drug charges including and possessing drug abuse parapherna- on several use and distribution charges. ro tolerance” policies on drugs, Meyer use and distribution of controlled sub- lia. Both investigations initially started and Shaffer could have received up to 15 stances. After pleading guilty to conspiring to with positive urinalysis tests, and even- years in prison for each count of distrib- In convictions stemming from sepa- distribute drugs, and to numerous tually included several other service ution, two years for each count of mari- rate investigations, Lance Cpl. Jason M. counts of drug use and distribution, members. juana use, and five years for each count Meyer and Seaman Joshua W. Shaffer Meyer was sentenced to a dishonorable “It’s good that we are finding the mil- of other drugs, according to Evans. K-Bay’s families to receive DLA pay

Sgt. Robert Carlson Press Chief

Families required to move from their military housing units because of renovation, privatization, or any reason other than a permanent change of station move, are now eligible for a partial dis- location allowance (DLA). The partial allowance is effective for all dislocations since Feb. 9 in instances when military members were ordered to vacate gov- ernment family quarters for the convenience of the gov- Lance Cpls Ryan Goodwin and Denver Whitley secure an area near the bridge of the USNS Yukon. The entire vessel was completely over- taken and secured by 2/3 Marines within a period of about 30 minutes during the mock exercise. ernment. Military members aboard MCB Hawaii who rate, but have not received the al- ‘Pirates’ plunder Yukon vessel lowance, will be contacted by family housing with in- 2/3 ‘buccaneers’ pillage previous exercises. formation on how to obtain Mock ship takedowns performed at payment. USNS Yukon in mock Kaneohe Bay, along with basic military op- For families required to erations in urban terrain (MOUT) tactics relocate in the future, the takedown at Pearl Harbor (which the battalion often practices at family housing office will Story and Photos by Schofield Army Barracks), helped prepare give details about the al- Cpl. Jason E. Miller the Marines for the day’s events. lowance and information Combat Correspondent Most of all, the battalion utilized its close about how to obtain the pay- quarters battle (CQB) techniques to surgi- ment. Like modern-day pirate raiders, Marines cally pick apart the ship. Marines made The payment is a flat fee, from 2nd Bn., 3rd Marine Regiment, sure all was secure before completing the and the limitation of one climbed aboard the USNS Yukon at Pearl evolution. DLA payment per year does Harbor Naval Complex, Monday, to per- “Leading up to this, we’ve been getting a not apply for families who form a mock takedown of the vessel. lot of basic CQB classes,” said Cpl. Kym have moved more than once Golf Co. Marines arrived early in the Hornbeak, a Golf Co. team leader. “We’ve during a fiscal year. morning, running through several tours done some things similar to this, and I think The payment does not, and rehearsals of the drill, before finally the training has really helped out a lot. however, cover moves not kicking off the training evolution and tak- “It’s definitely something that we could directed by the government, ing control of the boat. use a lot more practice on,” he explained. Golf Co. Marines apprehended and re- or moves ordered because of The training the Marines received com- strained the role-playing Sailors as part of personal reasons such as bined several of the skills they’d learned in See TAKEDOWN, A-4 the exercise. misconduct or divorce. Seven nations train in waters off coast of Hawaii RIMPAC 2002 is the largest Pacific maritime exercise ever to be held here Commander U.S. Hawaii Monday through July 22. This year’s exercise includes a variety of surface com- Pacific Fleet The exercise brings together maritime forces from batant ships, submarines, tactical aircraft and amphibi- Press Release , Canada, Chile, Peru, Japan, the Republic of ous forces. Korea, the United Kingdom and the . The United States Third Fleet, commanded by Vice PEARL HAR- This year’s exercise is the 18th in a series of RIMPAC Adm. T. Michael Bucchi, is responsible for overall ex- BOR — Six Pacific exercises conducted periodically since 1971. More than ercise coordination. Rim nations, along 30 ships; 24 aircraft; and 11,000 Sailors, Marines, sol- Individual units remain under operational control of with the United diers, airmen and Coast Guardsmen are participating their respective national commanders. Kingdom, will be par- in RIMPAC training operations. A Rim of the Pacific Web site containing details re- ticipating in Rim of the The RIMPAC exercise is intended to enhance the tac- garding the exercise activities and imagery from exer- Pacific (RIMPAC), a major tical proficiency of the participating units in a wide ar- cise operations will be active beginning Monday at maritime exercise being conducted in the waters off ray of combined operations at sea. www.cpf.navy.mil/RIMPAC2002. Register now for Term 4 at the Joint Education Center. A-2 • June 21, 2002 HAWAII MARINE

MCBH NEWS CGCG’’SS MMAILAIL BBOXOX BRIEFS ‘Many spaces ... may be TECH EXPO OPENS, MONDAY Many exhibitors will be on hand demon- strating the latest computer hardware, soft- better allocated to ware and services at the MCB Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, Technology Exposition 2002, Monday from 10 a.m. till 2 p.m. at the Enlisted Club’s Windward Ballroom. those disabled patrons.’ Other featured technologies will include: BRIG. GEN. knowledge management, educational pro- - Submitted by Wendy Johnson, family member MCABEE grams, network operations services, web/en- “I’m writing regarding the dis- terprise content management, mobile com- abled parking spaces assigned to the puting solutions, wireless networking/com- Commissary. puting, collaboration tools and much, much I was permanently disabled in a more. car accident a number of years ago, All personnel are invited to attend this no- resulting in a limited ability to walk. fee event, sponsored by G-6, which includes I utilize disabled parking spaces, as complimentary refreshments. needed, as a result of my injuries. For more details, contact Stephanie Caplan, At the Commissary, however, I toll free, at 1-888-603-8899, ext. 231. specifically do not use the disabled spaces assigned, as they are at the far CREDO POSTS SCHEDULE end of the store rather than close to Marines, Sailors, federal employees or their the entrance doors. family members may participate in any up- I find it much closer to park in a coming CREDO Personal Growth or regular space, though I must go Marriage Enrichment Retreat. Sponsored by when the store first opens to get one the Chief of Naval Operations, the programs that is relatively close. support people who desire a more harmo- Though the distance may not be an issue for a person who utilizes a nious personal life, as well as growth in their Sgt. Robert Carlson personal and professional relationships. wheelchair, it is a long distance for Meals, lodging and transportation to the someone who is generally ambula- Two new spots have been installed under the awning at the Commissary. site are provided free of charge. Call 257-1941 tory. [Yet,] there are many spaces al- or 257-0408 to register for any of the follow- located to general officers and those tention is paid to this sign by other If other patrons do not honor ing retreats: who have received awards, right in patrons. “Head of the Line” privileges, please • Personal Growth — July 25 - 28. front of the doors, that may be better Thank you for the opportunity to contact any commissary employee • Marriage Enrichment — July 12 - 14. allocated to those disabled patrons address concerns directly to you.” or floor manager to enforce the of the Commissary. “Head of the Line” privilege. Another issue I would like to ad- Sincerely, Concerning store hours, the POST OFFICE POSTS TIMES dress are the store’s hours. I greatly Wendy Johnson Commissary opens at 10 a.m., The Kaneohe Bay U.S. Post Office has appreciate the opportunity to start Tuesday through Friday and changed its hours to better serve customers. my shopping early, as it is often a Mrs. Johnson, Sunday; and 9 a.m. on Saturday. For New hours of operation are as follows: slow process for me, even with my all patrons, the Commissary opens husband’s assistance. The commanding general asked 30 minutes early on these days, and Monday thru Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. This process is made more diffi- me to research and to reply to your our standing policy is that handi- Saturdays, Sundays & Holidays: closed. cult when there are many other email since your recommendation capped patrons will be given prefer- shoppers in the store. falls within my staff’s responsibili- ence. Unit Mail Call: 9 - 11 a.m. The signs posted outside the ties. He appreciates your taking Since inauguration of the “early Official Mail Service: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Commissary state that disabled pa- time to participate in the CG Mail bird” policy, patronage for the first Parcel Pick-up: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. trons may enter a half hour early; un- Program. 30 minutes has averaged less than 20 fortunately, this is not always the In reference to your question re- shoppers in our 40,000 square foot BACK GATE HOURS CHANGE practice. There have been several in- garding parking, you noted that sev- shopping floor. We will ensure that The MCB Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, back gate, stances in which the doors have been eral parking spaces directly in front two cashiers are available during on Mokapu Road, is now open seven days a locked, and no personnel will ad- of the Commissary are reserved for this period to handle early patrons. week, from 5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. dress patrons knocking on the win- senior personnel and volunteers, Based upon the patronage data, The hours were extended to better support dows. while the disabled parking stalls are size of the commissary, and avail- the base and its military community. Most of my recent shopping expe- located at the “far end” of the store. ability of cashiers, we believe the rel- riences, however, have shown that In response to your letter, we have atively low number of shoppers is IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS the doors are now opened early to reserved two marked spaces for manageable at this time and “Head On-Base Emergencies 257-9111 everyone, including non-disabled handicapped patrons under the of the Line” privileges remain in ef- Military Police 257-7114 patrons. By allowing everyone entry awning at the main entrance. The lo- fect. Crisis Hotline 521-4555 during the disabled reserved time, cation of the existing handicapped Should patronage significantly in- Child Protective Services 832-5300 the Commissary is making shopping parking stalls is based on our con- crease, or if we determine that hand- duties more difficult for customers cern for the safety of our patrons, as icapped patrons do not routinely such as myself. it provides the safest access to the benefit from our standing preference Hawaii Tying in to my shopping time con- Commissary. policy, we will review our proce- cern is that no cashiers are available To designate parking spaces dures and alter our policies to MARINE until regular operating hours. across from the Commissary would strengthen handicapped privileges. My suggestion is that if the store require disabled patrons to cross two Again thank you for taking the Commanding General Brig. Gen. Jerry C. McAbee is to open its doors early to accom- busy traffic lanes. time to express your concerns via the Public Affairs Director Maj. Chris Hughes Public Affairs Chief Gunnery Sgt. Rhys Evans modate disabled patrons that they The Commissary offers “Head of CG Mail program. Should you have Press Chief Sgt. Robert Carlson Managing Editor Aiko Brum have one cashier open early, so that the Line” privileges for disabled pa- additional concerns about this or any Sports Editor Lance Cpl. Jessica Mills those patrons do not have to wait in trons. Additionally, there are dedi- other matter, feel free to contact us. The Hawaii Marine is an unofficial newspaper pub- long lines. For while there are signs cated and appropriately marked lished every Thursday by RFD Publications, Inc., 45-525 stating that disabled patrons may go “handicapped priority” checkout Mr. Kent Murata Luluku Road, Kaneohe, HI 96744, a private firm in no way to the front of the line, very little at- registers. Assistant Chief of Staff G-4 connected with the U.S. Marine Corps under exclusive con- tract to the U.S. Marine Corps. This civilian enterprise newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the (Editor’s Note: Letters of any length may be trimmed and edited in the interest of good taste and brevity.) military services. The commanding general invites input from the base community via C.G. Mail on the following topics: What are we do- Contents of the “Hawaii Marine” are not necessarily ing that we shouldn’t be doing? What are we not doing that we should be doing? What are we doing that we should be do- the official views of or endorsed by the United States ing better? Government, the Department of Defense or the U.S. Marine Responses should include a recommendation that will help solve the problem and must include your name and return ad- Corps. All advertising is provided by RFD Publications, dress so that staff may respond. Inc., 235-5881. For more information about how to send C.G. Mail, see the MCB Hawaii C.G. Mail page at www.mcbh.usmc.mil/com- The appearance of advertising in the “Hawaii Marine,” mand/cgmail.htm. including inserts and supplements, does not constitute en- dorsement of the firms’ products and services by the DoD, DoN or the U.S. Marine Corps of the products or services advertised. Everything advertised in the Hawaii Marine shall be Sanchez takes reins at made available for purchase, use or patronage without re- gard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mari- tal status, physical handicap, political affiliation or any oth- Kunia Support Bn. er non-merit factor of the purchaser, user or patron. Editorial content or public service announcements (i.e. all content other than paid advertisements) is edited, pre- pared and provided by the Public Affairs Office aboard Marine Corps Base Hawaii. Opinions expressed are not to be considered an official expression of the DoD or the U.S. Marine Corps. To contact the MCB Hawaii Public Affairs Office use the Major Mark A. Sanchez replaced Maj. William H. Seely following addresses: as the commanding officer, India Co., Marine Support HAWAII MARINE, BUILDING 216, MCB HAWAII Bn. (at the Kunia Regional Security Operations Center near Schofield Barracks), June 11 aboard the USS KANEOHE BAY, HI, 96863 Missouri. Seely will report to Marine Forces Pacific’s E-MAIL: [email protected] G-2, where Sanchez was previously the operations of- FAX: 257-2511, PHONE: 257-8840 ficer. The Kunia center is a subordinate unit of Marine Support Bn., Fort George G. Meade, Md., and performs SANCHEZ special intelligence and communications duties. SEELY HAWAII MARINE June 21, 2002 • A-3

Marines from 1st Bn., 3rd Marine Regiment, WORD ON moved on the WORD ON range under the cover of smoke flares, THETHE SSTREETTREET which concealed their movement, during the raid on Range 5. “Where do As the Marines maneuvered, they were observed by you usually several key leaders, includ- ing two gener- al officers and their battalion get your commander, all of whom com- mended them for jobs well Marine done after the training evolu- tion. Cpl. Jason E. Miller Corps ACMC observes 1/3 attack news?” Prior to leaving , general reviews raid, poses for group photo “...From my fel- Cpl. Jason E. Miller Assistant low Marines, Commandant of who can usual- Combat Correspondent the Marine Corps, General ly give me the Marines from Alpha Co., 1st Bn., Michael J. most up-to-date 3rd Marine Regiment, climbed aboard Williams, took info.” CH-53D Sea Stallion helicopters to time after the training Pvt. Dawn conduct a raid on Range 5 of the evolution that Hedgepath Range Training Facility at MCB showcased 1/3’s SRB clerk Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, June 11. firing accuracy, Personnel to talk with Support Center, Assistant Commandant of the Marines and join Marine Corps, Gen. Michael J. them for a group Headquarters Williams; Brig. Gen. Jerry C. McAbee, photo. Bn., MCB Hawaii commanding general of MCB Hawaii; Cpl. Simon Martin and Col. Joseph V. Medina, com- VIPs who at- manding officer of the 3rd Marine tended the Regiment, along with several other event, including “Most of the key figures were on hand to witness the assistant time I get the in- 1/3’s training evolution. commandant, formation from greeted them my sergeants Three Sea Stallions provided by and corporals. Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron with congratula- Whatever I don’t 463 landed in succession outside the tions on a job hear from them, front gate of the range area, dropping well done. I find in the off Marines and quickly departing “You guys are Marine Corps back out over the open ocean. well trained and Times.” The first team of Marines set up you know what Lance Cpl. Paul mortar positions to cover the assault- you’re doing,” Vigeant ing squads. Fifty caliber machine- exclaimed Gen. Firefighter guns were placed atop a berm, to pro- Williams. “It’s Crash, Fire, vide supporting fire for the ground hard training, Rescue, MWSS- movement. but it’s been 172 The ground maneuver team, con- done well.” sisting of about 20 Marines, began Before the making its way around the of the training was range where Marines set off smoke complete, the flares to conceal their movement. general took Targets covered with yellow bal- time to meet loons acted as the enemy during the with several of “Basically, I hear training period. the Marines and it from word of Marines were forced to move in and pose for pic- mouth on the around the strategically placed targets Cpl. Jason E. Miller tures. base, or I’ll just before making it to the end of the The Marines take a look at the To complete their assault on the north end, Alpha Co., 1/3, Hawaii Marine.” range where they launched an AT-4 at Marines went around the edge of Ulu’pau Crater’s Range 5. of Alpha Co., a target in the impact area. 1/3, not only got Pfc. Michael Once the round was downrange, After it was all over, not one yellow a chance for Rowe Marines turned and began making balloon remained across the entire some excellent training, using many Motor transport their way back to the front of the range — a testament to the marks- assets available to them at MCB operator range, dropping incendiary grenades manship of 1/3’s riflemen during the Hawaii, but they also got to do it in Headquarters Co., 3rd Marines in empty ammunition cans along the raid. front of the assistant commandant — way, to simulate the disabling of ene- The Marines then gathered in an a fact that made the entire evolution my mechanical assets or weapons. open area in front of the range, where something to remember.

“...Either from the Marine Corps Times or it comes down from my chain of command.” Lance Cpl. Nicholas Marchioni Rifleman 2nd Platoon, Alpha Co., 1/3

“...Usually from my headquarters, or I’ll pick up a Marine Corps Times.” Pfc. Mark Skorup Rifleman 1st Platoon, Fox Cpl. Jason E. Miller Co., 2/3 Riflemen and machinegunners from Alpha Co., 1/3, opened fire on paper targets covered with balloons while performing the raid. After the exercise, not one inflated balloon flew. A-4 • June 21, 2002 HAWAII MARINE TAKEDOWN: ‘Warriors’ secure Yukon From A-1 dressed in yellow jerseys, signifying cure the area. they were part of the training exer- To add a sense of realism, one of Practice they did. Golf Co. quick- cise, and their presence would have the Sailors tried to resist the intrud- ly dispersed all around the ship as to be dealt with like the rest of the ing Marines, but he was quickly soon as it received the order. ship. subdued before any problems arose. The Marines came in waves, first When Marines burst into the Security, as always, played a huge setting up security so the assault bridge area, they placed some role in the exercise. Before Marines could come through and take Sailors manning the controls onto entered any area, they shouted to over the remainder of the boat. the deck, then frisked and bound make contact with Marines inside, Sailors assigned to the ship were them with zip ties to completely se- letting those inside know how many of them were present and planning to enter. This type of communication dras- tically reduced the chance of friend- ly fire casualties, participants ex- plained. Normally, in this type of situa- tion, Marines either board the ship via Zodiac boats or by way of a he- licopter-borne insertion. A similar kind of mission, according to the commanding officer, may be on the horizon for Golf Co. Marines. “The next step up is a ship on the open sea, where we’ll get to use some of the available insertion methods,” said Capt. Michael F. Wilonsky, Golf Co.’s commanding officer. “We’re getting ready to go on de- ployment. In this time of uncer- Golf Co., 2/3, Marines stand security watch while the rest of their platoon makes its way up one of the USNS Yukon Lance Cpl. Denver Whitley makes his way up one of the many USNS Yukon tainty, if the situation ever arises, ladderwells. ladderwells while keeping a steady aim with his M-16A2 service rifle. Golf Company will be prepared.” Far Left — A Golf Co., 2/3, rifleman perch- es his M16 against a handrail aboard the USNS Yukon during the mock takedown held Monday. Left — Marines from Golf Co., 2/3, rush into the bridge area of the USNS Yukon after completely tak- ing over the entire ship. HAWAII MARINE June 21, 2002 • A-5 Women Marines schedule their biennial convention Headquarters mandant of the Marine as preserving the history of Marine Corps Corps, and Robin L. women Marines. Press Release Higgins, the Department Its members serve as role of Veterans Affairs under models and mentors for The Women Marines secretary for Memorial new and future Marines. Association (WMA) will Affairs, will be featured The WMA supports the host its biennial conven- speakers at the convention. mission of the Marine tion and symposium Aug. Active duty women can Corps by sponsoring activ- 29 - Sept. 3 at the Marriott attend special sessions on ities throughout the year City Center, 30 South 7th Sept. 1, to include a panel that focus on the traditions Street, , Minn. discussion on career pro- and values of leadership The WMA celebrates the gression, presentation of a that the Corps promotes. past contributions of new mentoring or coach- Membership in the women to the Corps and ing program under devel- WMA is open to all women provides a support net- opment at Headquarters serving or who have work for mentoring Marine Corps, and linking served honorably in the Marines serving on active Marines with coaches or U.S. Marine Corps or the duty today. mentors. U.S. Marine Corps The WMA 2002 The WMA works in the Reserve.

Convention theme is “The community to promote pa- For additional informa- National Archives and Records Administration Greatest Generation: triotism by supporting lo- tion on the Association vis- During World War II, women throughout America —who traditionally occupied roles Passing the Sword.” cal veterans groups, re- it its Web site at as secretaries, housewives, teachers and waitresses — flocked to vocational General Michael J. cruiters and Marine Corps www.womenmarines.org schools to “learn to work” for the war effort. Organizations like the Women Marines Williams, assistant com- JROTC programs, as well or call 1-888-525-1943. Association embrace past contributions and mentor future generations. A-6 • June 21, 2002 HAWAII MARINE

EEVERYVERY CCLIMELIME ANDAND PPLACELACE U.S., Royal Thai Marines share artillery tactics Before Cobra Gold 2002 closed, Marines rumbled with big guns Cpl. Mark S. Allen MCB Camp Butler Public Affairs Office

PONG NAM RON, Thailand — Royal Thai and U.S. Marines brought out the `big guns,’ sending artillery ordnance down range, all the while building proficiency and sharing tactics during Exercise Cobra Gold 2002, in May and June. More than 100 U.S. Marines from Bravo and Mike Batteries, 3rd Bn., 11th Marine Regiment, and 51 Royal Thai Marines from 4th Artillery Bn., performed live-fire artillery exercis- Air Force Staff Sergeant Larry A. Simmons es using the M198 Towed Howitzer. Above — A U.S. and Thai Marine train on the proper pre- “Artillery as a whole has to be a firing procedures on the M198 Howitzer before Exercise team effort,” said Capt. Brian P. Cobra Gold 2002 ended, earlier this month. Below — A U.S. and Thai Marine quickly clear the area after loading Duplessis, commanding officer, an M198 Howitzer. Mike Battery, 3rd Bn., 11th Marines. “Artillery is one of the biggest killers on the battlefield, but with so many different job skills all working at once, you have to be very profi- cient. “The more proficient we are working alongside our Thai coun- terparts, the better.” The exercise began with three days of artillery drills to ensure Thai and U.S. troops incorporated and agreed upon the different proce- dures the corresponding service used, said Royal Thai Marine Cmdr. Utan Klaipheung, commanding of- Air Force Staff Sergeant Larry A. Simmons ficer, 4th Thai Artillery Bn. Lance Cpl. Guillermo Pascual, 3rd Bn., 11th Marines, 29 Palms, Calif., eats After the three-day trial period, an MRE for lunch, while at Exercise Cobra Gold 2002. U.S. and Thai Marines began send- ing 155mm rounds down range, be- assistant section chief, Battery B, 3rd trails, which can make a huge dif- ginning at the battery level and then Bn., 11th Marines. ference for the Marines who have to growing to a battalion-sized exer- Duplessis said his Marines ap- carry 95-pound ordnance rounds cise. The highlight of the 10-day preciated tips from the Thai Marines between gun sites,” Duplessis live-fire training was a joint exercise that enhanced mission accomplish- added. between mortar, aviation and ar- ment, but were not directly related Klaipheung attributes the success tillery firepower. to the operation of the M198 of this year’s exercise to the tactics The artillery exercises began at a Howitzer. learned from previous Cobra Gold slow pace with the tempo increas- The gun sites alongside the exercises, and the importance of ing every day so the troops could canopied mountains near here were sharing knowledge between allies. fully understand the differences be- constantly covered in slippery mud, “We are always trying to inte- tween the two services’ procedures, making it difficult for Marines to grate as many tactics as possible be- Klaipheung said. easily move from one Howitzer to tween Thai and U.S. Marines,” “We weren’t sure how it would be the next. Klaipheung said. working with the Thai Marines, but “The Thai’s solution to nature’s “If we always learn from previ- they picked up on how we operate setback is laying down banana ous training, then we will continue quickly,” said Cpl. Andrew Reeves, leaves and palm fronds over the to improve.” ‘Read and discuss,’ says CMC about Reading List Staff Sgt. Nikki Clingerman The books are selected and main- on the list. MCAS Beaufort Public Affairs Office tained by the Marine Reading Board at Complete information on the program the Marine Corps University (MCU). can be found on the Web by logging onto The U.S. Marine Reading Program, previously re- Marines of any rank, however, have the www.mcu.usmc.mil/reading/read- ferred to as the “Commandant’s Reading List,” is an- ability to make an impact on the list and inglist.htm other means provided to help leathernecks excel, en- are encouraged to read and send in their At the Web site, Marines can find a list hance leadership and enrich themselves with knowl- review of books to MCU. of the Commandant’s favorites, as well as edge. Within the pages of many of the selec- the link to nominate new books to the pro- Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. James L. tions, Marines are able to evaluate the gram. Jones, established a new name for the program in an ef- values of honor, courage and commit- Leaders can use the program to learn ment, and how predecessors applied val- more about their Marines and set them up fort to “create a sense of personal ownership of our Staff Sgt. Nikki Clingerman reading program by each Marine,” according to direc- ues such as these to help them through for success. tion published in All Marine Message 026/00. battles and strategic planning of past Lance Cpl. Francis E. Reporting seniors are also encouraged Shanks Jr., MALS-31 ord- In addition to the renaming of the program, the events. nance, reads Mark to use fitness report counseling as an op- Commandant refers to it as the “Strength of the Pack, “It requires a Marine to evaluate a sit- Bowden’s Black Hawk portunity to discuss reading and to give Strength of the Wolf.” The goal of the program is for uation and to draw the negative and pos- Down. “Some people appropriate credit to Marines in the intel- itive aspects of a situation,” said read for pleasure, but I lect and wisdom justification section, ac- Marines to link their past to their future by reading and think more Marines will discussing books on Marine Corps heritage, strategy, Gunnery Sgt. John A. Jerome, Marine read if they know it can cording to the directive. doctrine, training and tactics. All-Weather Fighter Attack Squadron help,” Shanks said. Knowledge — defined as the under- The self-paced listings are designed to allow Marines 533’s maintenance control chief. “It also standing of a science or an art — is one of to read and discuss as teachers and scholars. Marines helps to provide Marines with decision-making abili- the Marine Corps’ leadership traits. are encouraged to make time for reading, as they would ties.” “I encourage all Marines to continue their search of other training, according to the order, which states, “It Books such as Blackhawk Down, by Mark Bowden; knowledge,” said Gen. Jones in the order. “Actively use is not enough, though, to read alone; we must read and Battle Cry, by Leon Uris; and My American Journey, by your time in service to prepare yourselves not only for discuss.” Colin Powell, are just a few of the 186 books currently your next battle, but also for the rest of your lives.”

The Marine Corps Heritage Section: Uncommon Men: Sergeants Major of the Marine A Marine Named Mitch, Paige Corps, Chapin U.S. Marines: 1775-1975, Simmons Acts of War, Holmes Curl up with a Battle Cry, Uris Challenge of Command, Nye Fix Bayonets!, Thomason The Forgotten Soldier, Sajer Strong Men Armed, Leckie We Were Soldiers Once, And Young, by Moore and ‘top 10’ book The Right Kind of War, McCormick Galloway The U.S. Marine Corps Story, Moskin Tarawa, Sherrod Theory, Nature, and History of War Section: Iwo Jima: Legacy of Valor, Ross Art of War, Sun Tzu Flights of Passage, Hynes On Infantry, by English and Gudmundsson The Face of Battle, Keegan The U.S. Marine Leadership, Memoir, and Biography Maneuver Warfare: An Anthology, Hooker Section: Gallipoli, Moorehead Reading Program A Message to Garcia, Hubbard For The Common Defense, by Millett & Maslowski Fields of Fire, Webb On War, Clausewitz (This is a partial listing of books Battle Leadership, Von Schell Knight’s Cross, Fraser followed by their author(s).) Rifleman Dodd, Forester The Enlightened Soldier, White Marine, Davis Race to the Swift, Simpkin Hawaii MMARINEARINE L IFESTYLESIFESTYLES HawaiiL Marine B Section June 21, 2002

Kilauea Military Camp Explore volcanic beauty, waterfalls Story and Photos by At more than 4,000 Sgt. Alexis R. Mulero feet above sea level, the Community Relations cottages available at KMC are tastefully dec- KILAUEA MILITARY CAMP orated and seem more — When most Marines at MCB like suites. All are Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, are asked equipped with fire- to describe the “Big Island”, they places and living usually talk about Pohakuloa rooms. Training Area and the month they The prices range from spend training atop lava rocks $45 to $117 per night and in freezing temperatures. and are priced accord- But what most Marines tend to ing to rank, amount of forget is that the island of Hawaii rooms needed, and ad- is much more than a training ditional luxuries such as ground for Oahu-based military. kitchens and Jacuzzis. It is home to Madame Pele, the During their stay, goddess of volcanoes. In her fiery guests have a myriad of Learn about the mysteries of ancient Hawaiian life and majestic domains lies one of options on how to when visiting Pu’uhonua o Honaunau National the military’s most timeless re- spend their day, Historical Park during the Circle the Island Tour. sorts. whether hiking through Kilauea Military Camp (KMC) one of the many vol- Marines head up puts vacationers in the heart of canic trails, knocking creation, with full service ameni- pins at the bowling al- ties and recreation near the active ley, playing ping pong security at the volcano Kilauea. and billiards at the The camp was founded in 1916 Activity Lodge or tee- Guests can enjoy several breathtaking wa- mountain retreat terfalls during the Hilo Tour. as a private business by several ing it up at a nearby 18- hole course. Sgt. Alexis R. Mulero Hilo businessmen who, in 1921, group tours that include the Community Relations While at the camp, guests may sold it to the U.S. Army because Volcano Chain of Craters Road enjoy eating at the KMC Café, it was not profitable. In 1953, the Tour, which takes guest from the KILAUEA MILITARY CAMP — When 3rd where breakfast, lunch and a spe- camp went from sole Army con- top of Kilauea Volcano down to Marine Regiment units return to MCB Hawaii, cialty buffet for dinner are served trol to a Joint Service Recreational the ocean’s edge, travelling Kaneohe Bay, from a seven-month deployment to every day. Center. Today, the camp operates through miles of landscape Okinawa, they usually assign some of their For guests wanting to enjoy under a special permit from the touched by past and present lava Marines to the Fleet Assistance Program (FAP). nightlife without leaving the fa- National Park Service. flows. Some of the Marines get assigned to Personal cility, the Lava Lounge offers live Additionally, KMC is open to The Volcano Crater Rim Tour, Services, the Mess Hall or other supporting units. entertainment or karaoke and a all active and retired military, offers close-up crater views of Most, however, get “FAPd” to the Military Police mixed variety of drinks to enjoy. Reserve and National Guard Kilauea Volcano with stops at its Co., Headquarters Bn., MCB Hawaii. Vacationers wanting to explore members, family members, cur- museum, lava tube, and at the A small percentage of Marines assigned to MP the island’s most popular sights rent and retired Department of Halemaumau Crater. Co., may get stationed at the Kilauea Military may do so on their own or by tak- Defense civilian employees and Camp, located at more than 4,000 feet above sea ing advantage of KMC’s low-cost sponsored guests. See KMC, B-4 level and within the boundaries of the Hawaii Volcano National Park, where they work for ap- proximately six to seven months. Right — The six or seven Marines assigned to KMC Visitors will enjoy beautiful work 24 hours on and 48 off. While on guard, scenery and some of their duties include security checks of all breathtaking buildings within the facility, the walking night pa- views during all of the trol to ensure everyone remains safe and adheres Kilauea to local policies, assisting National Park Rangers Military Camp with law enforcement and crime prevention mea- tours. The Camp provides sures, and conducting money escort and cash de- packages that posit verification for all federal services. take tourists “We like the extra responsibility given to us and all around the we get a little more freedom and time to relax, said Big Island of Hawaii. Lance Cpl. Aaron Anderson, a mortarman with Weapons Co., 1st Bn., 3rd Marine Regiment. Although 48 hours may seem like a lot of time off, it’s during that time that the FAPd Marines catch up on their fitness, training and rest. See SECURITY, B-4

Above — Nightly guardsmen over- look the perimeters of of the reli- gious grounds at the Pu’uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park to make sure no enemy intruders access the grounds. Right — Many beautiful beaches Punalu’u Black Sand Beach is one of the many wonders that await trav- surround the volcanic island of ellers on their visit to the “Big Island.” Hawaii. B-2 • June 21, 2002 HAWAII MARINE MCCSMCCS M ARINE C ORPS C OMMUNITY S ERVICES www.mccshawaii.com POSSIBILITIES IN PARADISE By Debbie Robbins, MCCS Public Relations Secure your future with Discount tickets to the Call the 7-Day Store for wings in four flavors: — The Child Develop- JUNE higher education. For Polynesian Cultural details at 254-7645. teriyaki, honey mustard, ment Center will host a more details, call 257- Center, Sea Life Park, din- hot and barbecue. band concert and family Today 2158. ner cruises, museums, 25 / Tuesday Patrons may also order picnic June 28 from 5:30 – whale-watching adven- wings “to go” for just 50 7 p.m. on the CDC A Touch of Class — Get 22 / Saturday tures and much more are Key Volunteer cents more. grounds — Bldg. 6111 yourself one step closer to offered every day of the Training — All military Bring your darts. Bring across from the Marine your college degree and Radical Reading – week at Kaneohe Bay’s spouses interested in be- your pool cue. Bring your Corps Exchange. register now through June McDonald’s of Hawaii Mokapu Mall and at coming a liaison between appetite. All base families are in- 28 for the next on-base col- and the Base Library Camp H.M. Smith the command and family For more information, vited to listen to the lege term that runs July 1 proudly present a Monday – Friday. members are invited to at- call the Rocker Room at Marine Forces Pacific – Sept. 10. Summer Reading Pro- Whether you plan to tend the next Key 254-5592. Band and bring in a picnic Discover the many col- gram happening now – dazzle out-of-town guests Volunteer Training sched- basket. lege benefits available to Aug. 10. or intend to pretend uled Tuesday through 27 / Thursday Celebrate summer at both active duty military All base children are you’re on holiday, the ITT Thursday from 8:30 a.m. – sunset. and adult family members challenged to read books professionals will provide noon at the KV Center, Summer Storytime For more information, at the Joint Education throughout the summer to you with many recreation- Bldg. 3022. Special — In conjunction call the CDC at 257-1388. Center. earn special awards. al opportunities. For more information, with the Exceptional Parents are welcome to For more information, contact Toni Spofford at Family Member Program, Deals on Wheels — read to preschool-aged call ITT Mokapu Mall at 257-2410. the Base Library will host The Auto Hobby Shop, lo- SM&SP children. 254-7563 or ITT Camp H. a special Storytime session cated in Bldg. 3097, hosts For more information, M. Smith at 477-5143. 26 / Wednesday from 10 – 11 a.m. a weekly auto auction contact the Base Library at Auntie Lori will dazzle where wheels get new 254-7624. 24 / Monday Wicked Wing young guests with stories owners for as little as $100. Wednesday at the Rocker about special needs chil- Call 254-7674 for more. 23 / Sunday Money, Money, Room — All Staff NCOs dren and how these traits Here are the latest Deals Monday — It’s Double are invited to tantalize make each individual dis- on Wheels up for auction: Follow the Lure of ITT Coupon Day all day at the their taste buds with some tinctive and remarkable. — This pricey paradise we 7-Day Store. Authorized sweet, hot and spicy For more details, call Year Make Lowest Bid call home doesn’t have to patrons may redeem most wings beginning each 254-7624. 1986 Corolla $300 drain your pocketbook if coupons and receive twice Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. 1989 Grand Am $600 you properly utilize your the savings. Club members and 28 / Friday 1988 Honda Civic $4,400 Information Ticket & Tour Some restrictions may their guests may indulge 1994 VW Golf $700 Office. apply. in their favorite wicked Musical Sunset Picnic 1989 Maxima $500

All events are open to single, active duty military. Mokapu student receives $1,000 from MCX The SM&SP Office is located in Bldg. Middle and high school students are eligible for 219. Call 254-7593, many quarterly awards, if they maintain good grades for more info. Debbie Robbins for college. Program Review MCCS Public Relations “I really want to be an Egyptologist,” said Guest. BayFest Volunteers Making the grade really Behind her studious, thin- Sought: It’s not too does pay off. Just ask 11- wired glasses, the serious early to be thinking year-old Natalie Guest, yet light-hearted 11 year- about Windward the $1,000 U.S. savings old is articulate and ambi- Oahu’s largest water bond winner of the tious for her future. sports festival. Many Marine Corps Exchanges’ “I couldn’t believe I volunteer positions Super Star Student pro- won the Super Star are available. Call gram June 7. Student’s grand prize,” SM&SP for informa- Pioneered through the noted Guest. “It’s great tion. Marine Corps Communi- that our Marine Corps ty Services headquarters, Exchange gives prizes to Saturdays: Ocean- the Super Star Student kids for doing a good job side Paintball lets Program reaches out to all GUEST in school.” your “inner-preda- military family members The 6th grader from tor” come out to play in grades 6 – 12 who main- Customer Services section Mokapu Elementary on Saturdays from 9 tain a B grade average. inside the MCX. School spends most of her a.m. – 4 p.m. and Eligible students sim- Beverly Borges, Retail time studying Egyptian Sundays, noon – 5 ply bring their quarterly Programs assistant and culture, designing web p.m. Call SM&SP for report card, with at least a Super Star Student pages and hanging out information on B average, and their mili- Program coordinator, said with friends. Guest and equipment rental tary I.D. card to the MCX she hasn’t seen this much her family are relocating fees. to receive a bumper stick- excitement since Willy to Camp Pendleton this er and a scratch card. Wonka’s quest for the summer. Monday - June 28 Star scratch cards reveal golden tickets. According What does all this and Aug. 5 - 9: Sailing prizes like compact discs, to Borges, the program mean? It means kids need classes get underway stuffed animals, dispos- provides a venue so that to earn good grades in at the Base Marina. able cameras and more. the MCX can reward stu- school. It means the MCX

Classes are conve- Debbie Robbins Each of the 16 world- dents for a job well done. goes the extra mile to en- nient and inexpen- wide MCXs receive two The program will contin- hance the quality of life Above — Students in grades 6 - 12, who maintain a B sive. You’ll be captain grade average, are eligible for several prizes in the Super grand prize scratch cards ue in the 2003 school cal- for military personnel and after your first les- Star Student Program. Below — Students receive “su- containing the $1,000 U.S. endar year. their family members. It son. perstar” notice of their award. saving bonds. Interested When many 11 year means that one $1,000 U.S. students must bring their olds carry cash, they are savings bond is still wait- SM&SP Benefits report cards no later than compelled to purchase ing to be claimed at the 30 days after issue to the video games, clothes and MCX! Single Marines and MCX. Kids then have 30 candy — not Natalie For more Super Star Sailors enjoy these: days to collect their prize. Guest. As this $1,000 rich- Student Program informa- The Super Star Program er preteen makes certain, tion, call the MCX at 254- • At the Klipper site resides in the her money will be saved 3890. Golf Course — free range balls, club OUR MISSION: To uplift the spirits of Marine Corps and Navy fami- rental at $5 and 18 lies and to support Marine Corps and Navy readiness and retention through customer-owned and driven MCCS programs, goods and services — in gar- holes of play for $8. rison and deployed environments. (For up-to-the-minute news about MCCS, logon to our Web site at • At K-Bay Lanes www.mccshawaii.com.) — games at $1.50 each, free shoe rental (Mon. - Thu.), and High Crimes (PG13) Today at 7:15 p.m. no-tap at $15 on The Sweetest Thing (R) Today at 9:45 p.m. Thursday at 8:15 p.m. MMOVIEOVIE TTIMEIME Murder by Numbers (R) Saturday at 7:15 p.m. Van Wilder (R) Saturday at 9:45 p.m. We Got It Goin’ On Prices: Adults (12 and older) $3, Children (6 to 11) $1.50, Children (5 **Catch the free screening of: and younger) free. Have your voice **Hey Arnold! The Movie (PG) Sunday at 3:30 p.m. Matinee prices are $2 for adults and $1 for children. Parents must pur- heard. Make a differ- chase tickets for “R” rated movies in person at the box office for children Van Wilder (R) Sunday at 7:15 p.m. ence. Get involved. High Crimes (PG13) Wednesday at 7:15 p.m. Grow. Have a blast. 16 years old and younger. Scorpion King (PG13) June 28 at 7:15 p.m. The Single Marine For E-5 and below, admission is free to the second show on Friday and & Sailor Program is Saturday evenings only. Sunday evenings, the price is $1 for all patrons. Murder by Numbers (R) June 28 at 9:45 p.m. all about that and Please show your ID at the box office. more. Phone 254-7642 for recorded info. (**The base theater doors will open at 2:30 p.m. for this free screening.) HAWAII MARINE June 21, 2002 • B-3 K-Bay spouse receives national VIP award Stephanee Jones-Ortega receives the 2002 “Very Important Patriot Award of Honor” National Military Award of Honor quality of life has been a long-standing goal of NMFA. Family Association are: As well, NMFA continues to work closely with the man- Press Release agement of the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) • Stephanee and applauds DeCA’s current Customer Appreciation The Very Important Jones-Ortega, a Program, which encourages activities such as the Very Patriot (VIP) Program Marine Corps Important Patriot recognition. recognizes 15 excep- family member at The NMFA is grateful to its sponsors for their gener- tional volunteers MCB Hawaii; ous support and is proud to be a part of this exciting worldwide — five • Janet program. Very Important Peppers, an Air The National Military Family Association is a non- Patriots, five Force family profit, predominately volunteer organization with Awards of Honor member at membership from the active duty, retired and reserve and five Awards of Stavanger, components of the seven uniformed services, to include Merit recipients — Norway; family members and survivors. It is the only national for their outstanding •William A. organization whose sole focus is the military family and service that contributes Mereno, a retired whose mission is to serve those families through edu- to improving the quali- Sailor at Naval cation, information and advocacy. ty of life in their military Support Activity, For more information about the VIP Program, or to and neighboring communities. Norfolk Va.; read more about any of the awardees, visit Active duty, guard, reserve, and retired members of •Janet A. http://www.nmfa.org/VIP/VIPFact.pdf. the seven uniformed services and their family members Clossman, a re- and survivors are eligible to receive the awards. tired Air Force JONES-ORTEGA service member at The 2002 recipients of the five Very Important Dyess AFB, Texas; Patriot Awards are: •Air Force Staff Sgt. Charla Lindsay of Keesler AFB, Miss.; and •Master Sgt. James C. King of Camp Pendleton, •Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Anthony J. Gojmerac of Calif.; Hickam AFB, Hawaii. •Navy Chief Warrant Officer 2 David W. Olson of Naval Computer and Telecommunications Station, The recipients of the 2002 Very Important Patriot Guam; Award of Merit are: •Air Force Capt. Sarah U. of Keesler Air Force Base, Miss.; •Veronika Lancaster, a Navy family member at the •Senior Airman Seth D. Ehrlich of Dyess AFB, Texas; U.S. National Element, Larissa, Greece; and •Navy SH1 Jacqueline Hester of Transient Personnel •Sgt. Tim Anthony Chambers of Henderson Hall, Va. Unit, Va.; •Air Force 2nd Lt. Gregorio Armand of Randolph Each of the five VIP recipients and a companion re- AFB, Texas; and ceive air accommodations to Washington, D.C. During •Air Force Lt. Terrill their stay in the nation’s capitol, they receive a $1,000 McCall of Keesler AFB, cash award, meet with senior leaders of their individ- Miss. ual services, visit with their elected officials on Capitol Hill, attend the National Military Family Association Preserving the value of (NMFA) annual meeting and luncheon, and meet the the commissary benefit as generous sponsors of the VIP Program. a savings for our uni- formed service families The recipients of the 2002 Very Important Patriot and a contribution to their B-4 • June 21, 2002 HAWAII MARINE

Swimmers took advantage of the pool’s waterslide while enjoying a day in the sun at the K-Bay pool. The elementary school students swam for nearly three hours while they visited the base. Pouahala learns about military, enjoys facilities Story and Photos by dren, and it’s time for them to have some fun,” said Cpl. Jason E. Miller Keys. “We lost a little of the focus we had had with the Combat Correspondent community after September 11 — because of all of the Above — One of the Pouahala students hurls herself off security issues — but since then, we’re getting back to of the high dive at the pool. Below — Pouahala Dozens of energetic children from Pouahala Elementary School students gathered in the corner of where we were in helping support the school.” the pool, prior to swimming, to receive a safety brief from Elementary School in Kaneohe, visited the MCB Many of the children visiting Kaneohe Bay had nev- one of the lifeguards. Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, base swimming pool June 4, as er been on the base before, so it was a surprise to them part of Headquarters Bn.’s Adopt-A-School program. to see that an entire community existed in such a small Nearly 50 children returned for their second visit in area. two weeks, having viewed a free movie at the base the- Part of the Adopt-A-School program’s purpose is to ater while here on their first visit. educate children on what exactly Marines and Sailors The successful first outing at K-Bay prompted do. Their field trip not only allowed them to have a Marines and Sailors to invite the school back for an- good time, but also to learn about the military. other day of fun. “We love coming out here, because it really psyches The program’s sponsor, Master Sgt. Duane Keys, the kids up,” said Lisa Yamashiro, a 6th grade teacher MCB Hawaii’s equal opportunity advisor, met the two at Pouahala. “Most of these kids don’t get a chance to school buses at the front gate and led the guests to the come on the base, and they really like to see the mili- pool area where warm sun and crystal blue water beck- tary.” oned everyone on hand to cool off. “This year, all of the programs have been really good, After a brief class from one of the pool’s lifeguards, and we’ve had a really nice experience working with the children quickly leaped into the shimmering water. the base,” she added. Kids hurled themselves off of the diving boards and The kids finished their day at the base with lunch at down the waterslide, splashing with the kind of reck- the Anderson Hall dining facility, then headed back to less abandon that children possess. school with full bellies and a better understanding of “It’s near the end of the school year for these chil- MCB Hawaii. Summer heat requires extra care with pets Sgt. Robert Carlson In addition to protecting dogs Press Chief from the heat, pet owners are re- quired to pick up after their pets As the weather in Hawaii heats while walking in common areas. up, residents aboard MCB Hawaii Plastic shopping bags are excel- are urged to take extra care with lent for picking up after a pooch dur- their four-legged friends. ing a walk, and owners should car- Dogs left outside base housing ry enough bags to cover any unex- units can overheat quickly if not pro- pected emergencies along the way. vided with enough shade and water. Base housing yards must also be Marine Corps Base Hawaii has kept clean and free of any droppings rules in place to ensure the safety of in order to keep the animals, and both animals and other base resi- other residents, safe from bacteria dents. and disease. Dogs may be left outside for peri- Responsible pet ownership re- ods of up to four hours at a time if quires a little work, but keeping the they are provided adequate food, animals safe will extend the pleasure Sgt. Robert Carlson water and shade. a loyal and furry friend can bring. Extra care is required during summer months to keep animals safe and healthy.

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“When we go back to KMC: Breathtaking views are plentiful our unit with dozens of From B-1 in advance, except during peak seasons new Marines under our such as spring break, winter break, mid- leadership, we don’t want Kilauea Military Camp’s tour offering of June through mid-August and federal hol- to show up out of shape,” Hilo Town takes guests to the world- iday weekends. said Cpl. Brian Dorman, renowned Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Retired military and DoD employees an anti-tank assaultman Farms, Big Island Candies and some may book no earlier than 60 days in ad- with Bravo Co., 1/3. “We breathtaking views at Akaka and Rainbow vance. want to provide a good Falls. To take advantage of KMC’s volcanic example.” Once a week, the Circle the Island Tour beauty and various tour offerings, visit its On their time off, the explores the beauty and rarity of Punalu’u web site, www.kmc-volcano.com. Marines find time to ex- Black Sand Beach, the mysteries of ancient From Oahu, call 438-6707 for reserva- plore the volcanic beauty Hawaiian life at the Pu’uhonua o tions. From all other locations, call (808) surrounding them. HoNaunau National Historical Park, and 967-8833 or (808) 967-8834. “There is different lunch at the beachfront town of Kona. Visitors can e-mail at reservations@kmc- scenery here,” said Reservations are accepted, up to a year volcano.com. Anderson. “This is much different than tourist- filled Oahu.” Upon return to their parent commands, the Marines will have to change life at the Kilauea Military Camp for the vi- cious cycle of a unit get- ting ready to deploy. “It’s a change of pace,” said Dorman about the re- treat. “When our time Above — A state-protected turtle sun- here is up, we will be bathes at a black sand beach. Left — The goddess of volcanoes, Madame recharged and ready to The steep drop off amazes all who visit Akaka Pele, is seen in a painting at the go.” Falls, north of Kilauea Military Camp. Jaggar Museum. HAWAII MARINE June 21 , 2002 • B-5 Foundation provides grants to families with special needs Ed Josiah Family Member Program (EFMP). The An exceptional family member is de- tions according to program guidelines Personal Financial Management Counselor, program is designed to provide assis- fined as an authorized family member and recommended the following grants: MCCS, Personal Services tance to family members with special residing with the sponsor who may re- • A $4,200 grant to cover the cost of al- needs before, during and after relocation quire special medical or educational ser- ternative therapy for a spouse diagnosed Currently, about 5,000 Marine Corps due to Permanent Change of Station vices based upon a diagnosed physical, with breast cancer who has not respond- families are enrolled in the Exceptional (PCS) orders. intellectual or emotional handicap such ed to standard chemotherapy. The ther- as asthma, cerebral palsy, mental re- apy is a 21-day intervention into habits tardation, dyslexia, attention deficit and behaviors that have blocked good Hurricane disorder, attention deficit hyperactivi- health. Your Knowledge: ty disorder (ADHD) and autism. The • A $3,000 grant to cover the cost for Season disabilities may range from mild to se- orthodontic services for a 13 year-old vere. with cerebral palsy. The orthodontic ser- 15. Hurricane ___ The Marine Corps Exceptional vices will improve the child’s speech and should begin long be- fore the event occurs. Family Member Assistance Fund has help with self-esteem. awarded 21 grants totaling $31,964 • A $2,600 grant for an 8 year-old di- DOWN 1. “Tropical cyclone” is a during the past two years. The fund agnosed with oppositional defiant disor- generic term for a ___ was established through the der and ADHD to attend a 4-week acad- pressure system. 2. The greatest potential Community Foundation for the emic and outdoor summer camp to help for loss of life related to National Capitol Region, to help meet avoid a relapse in his progress. a hurricane is from the storm ___. the needs of disabled Marine Corps • A $1,793 grant to purchase a thera- 3. History teaches that a family members. The grants were peutic tricycle for a 6 year old who has lack of hurricane ___ made possible through generous pri- autism and developmental delay. The and preparation are common threads vate and corporate charitable dona- tricycle will improve physical develop- among all major hurri- tions. All donations made to the fund ment and quality of life. cane disasters. 4. Tropical ___ means are used to assist Marine Corps special • A $1,664.84 grant to cover the cost of winds of less than 38 needs families. attending the Autism Society of mph, which are not ex- pected to increase with- “In keeping with the philosophy American Annual Conference, for a fam- in 48 hours. that “we take care of our own,” the ily to learn how to better communicate 5. An organized system of strong thunder- purpose of this endowment is to de- and improve the quality of life of their storms with a defined velop a resource that Marine Corps 11-year-old with autism. surface circulation and families can look to for assistance not • A $1,593 grant to purchase a wheel- maximum sustained winds of 39-73 mph is a covered by insurance or other means,” chair for an 11 year old with cerebral pal- tropical ___. said Belinda Sims, Exceptional Family sy. The special wheelchair will provide 7. Indicates that sus- tained winds of at least Member program manager at independence and mobility. ACROSS 8. A severe tropical potential threat, 74 mph are expected Headquarters, Marine Corps • A $1,500 grant for a 5 year-old with 1. A Category One cyclone with sus- more have died within 24 hours or less. storm has ___ wind tained winds of 74 from inland ___ in 9. A hurricane is a type (HQMC). autism to attend 100 hours at a thera- speeds. mph or greater. the last 30 years. of tropical ___. This year, an HQMC panel consist- peutic program called “Together We 6. First and most Hazards include 13. A tropical ___ is 12. This September 1992 important when high winds, heavy an organized sys- hurricane left 14,350 ing of subject matter program man- Grow.” facing a hurricane rainfall, flooding, tem of clouds and damaged or destroyed agers from various disciplines (includ- • A $1,200 grant to cover lodging and threat is to use com- storm surge and thunderstorms homes on Kauai. ing Marine Corps Family Team expenses for the family of a 6 year old mon ___. high surf. with a defined sur- 14. Stong winds and 7. Indicates the pos- 10. Major hurricane face circulation and rain surround a central, Building, Children Youth and Teens, who needs a liver transplant. The child sibility of hurricane in Hawaii in 1982. maximum sus- calm ___. and TRICARE) reviewed 10 applica- is being evaluated for inclusion to a sec- conditions within 11. While storm tained winds* of 38 36 hours. surge is always a mph or less. (Stumped? See page B-6.) tions. The panel prioritized the applica- See EFMP, B-7 B-6 • June 21, 2002 HAWAII MARINE

On the Menu Anderson Hall will prepare the following this week. Today Tuesday Lunch Lunch Seafood Platter Simmered Corned Beef Fried Fish Nuggets w/Mustard Sauce Fried Shrimp Honey Glazed Cornish Hens Fried Scallops Parsley Buttered Potatoes Breaded Oysters Egg Noodles Lasagna Peanut Butter cake Baked Ravioli w/Peanut Butter Frosting Macaroni and Cheese Asst. Fruit Pies Chewy Nut Bar Yellow Cake Layer Dinner w/Butter Cream Frosting Turkey Pot Pie Asst. Fruit Pies Sweet & Sour Pork Steamed Rice Dinner Parsley Buttered Potatoes Roast Pork Loin Peanut Butter Cake Barbecued Chicken w/Peanut Butter Frosting Mashed Potatoes Asst. Fruit Pies Steamed Rice Chewy Nut Bar Specialty Bar Yellow Layer Cake (For Lunch and Dinner) w/Butter Cream Frosting Taco Bar Asst. Fruit Pies Wednesday Lunch Specialty Bar Pork Adobo (For Lunch and Dinner) Beef Yakisoba Pasta Bar Steamed Rice Pork Fried Rice Saturday Oatmeal Cookies Dinner/Brunch Strawberry Shortcake Herbed Rock Cornish Hen Asst. Fruit Pies Grilled Strip Loin Steak Rice Pilaf Dinner Mashed Potatoes Steak Smothered w/Onions Asst. Fruit Pies Southern Fried Catfish Chocolate Chip Cookies Mashed Potatoes Steamed Rice Oatmeal Cookies Sunday Strawberry Shortcake Dinner/Brunch Asst. Fruit Pies Yankee Pot Roast Baked Ham Specialty Bar Mashed Potatoes (For Lunch and Dinner) Candied Sweet Potatoes Hot Dog and Sausage Bar (from B-5) Chocolate Layer Cake Answers to Crossword w/Chocolate Cream Frosting Thursday Asst. Fruit Pies Lunch Turkey A La King Did You Monday Beef Porcupines Lunch Mashed Potatoes Meatloaf Boiled Egg Noodles Pork Ham Roast Marble Cake Know? Steamed Rice w/Chocolate Cream Frosting Mashed Potatoes Pineapple Upside Down Cake Chocolate Chip Cookies Asst. Fruit Pies Asst. Fruit Pies Dinner Braised Liver w/Onions Dinner El Rancho Stew Beef Brogul Honey Ginger Chicken Fresh Baked Cajun Fish Steamed Rice Mashed Potatoes Boiled Egg Noodles Steamed Rice Marble Cake Chocolate Chip Cookies w/ Chocolate Cream Frosting Asst. Fruit Pies Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Specialty Bar Asst. Fruit Pies (For Lunch and Dinner) Specialty Bar Taco Bar (For Lunch and Dinner) Taco Bar

NAPS Worth Repeating: “Live together like brothers and do business like strangers.” If you coat baked potatoes with vegetable oil before you pop —Arabic proverb them in the oven, they will come out a beautiful golden brown. Hawaii Marine June 21, 2002 • B-7

EFMP, From B-5 “Caring for a family member with spe- cial needs can require assistance and care ond transplant center list. beyond the financial scope of most Retiree Day • A $240 grant to cover the cost of a 2- Marine Corps families,” said Sims. The MCB Hawaii Retired Activities week summer day camp for a 4 year-old “Medical or adaptive equipment, thera- Program hosted its annual luncheon with Down’s syndrome. The camp will peutic intervention programs, respite June 14 at the Fairways Club to up- date retired leathernecks in Hawaii help to improve developmental delays care and specialized childcare are just a about Marine Corps issues. Brigadier and quality of life. few of the additional demands,” he ex- Gen. Jerry C. McAbee, MCB Hawaii • A $200 grant to cover the cost of plained. commanding general, provided the keynote address and answered ques- respite care for the parents of two special While the Marine Corps cannot solicit tions. “Just because these military needs children. Respite care will provide donations, those wishing to make a tax- members are retired does not mean the parents with time apart from their deductible charitable contribution can we forget about them,” said Kim children and will improve the quality of do so by contacting the Foundation at Gates, an Information and Referral Lance Cpl. Jessica M. Mills Services coordinator (with MCCS). life for this family. (202) 955-5890. B-8 • June 21, 2002 HAWAII MARINE

WWORDORD TOTO PPASSASS Heald College Holds Open House certification, as well. Call local council registration is required at $10 adults, $8 classical Okinawan Women’s Dances, Participants can learn about the president Bill Bigelow at 373-7867 to vol- children. June 22 at 5 p.m. Tickets cost $15. Call hottest careers in business, technology unteer, or email him at • Friday, June 28, 7 - 9 p.m.: Explore the 528-0506. and healthcare at the Heald College, [email protected]. night-time reef without getting wet. In • July 19 - Aug. 11 at Diamond Head Honolulu Campus, Open House, tomor- this lights-out tour of exhibits, families Theater: “You Somebody,” a world pre- row from 10 a.m. - noon at its 1500 Aquarium Hosts Tours and adults can discover the changes that miere musical by columnist Lee Kapiolani location. Attendees will also Each summer, the Waikiki Aquarium take place when the sun goes down. Cataluna. Performances are scheduled get tips on how to prepare for jobs in the offers educational field trips, activities Minimum age is 5 years old, and young- Thursdays through Saturdays at 8 p.m. 21st century at this free event, which is and special events for the community. sters must be accompanied by an adult. and Sundays at 4 p.m. Tickets cost $10 - open to the public. Enjoy one of the following: Preregister for $7 adults, $6 children. $40. Call 733-0274 for more details. Heald is a nonprofit college, accredit- • Tuesdays, July 23 - Aug. 20, 8:30 - 10 • Contact the Aquarium at 923-9741. • July 26 - Aug. 4 at Hawaii Theater: ed by the Western Association of Schools a.m. or 10:30 a.m. - noon: Your youngest “Once Upon One Kapakahi Time.” Call and Colleges. It offers 18-month degree learners, from 1 to 3 years old, can make WAVES Seeks Members 528-0506 for more information. programs in accounting, business soft- ocean discoveries of amazing undersea Active, retired and female reservists of • Honolulu Theater for Youth: ware applications, computer business exhibits during “Small Fry.” Through the Sea Services are invited to get in- Stimulating and entertaining plays for administration, computer information craft, play and guided exploration, this volved with the local chapter of WAVES, children of all ages and adults are sched- technology, electronics technology, hos- introduction to sea life can’t be beat. Na Nalu O’Hawaii. uled throughout the year by the pitality and tourism, medical assisting Youngsters must be accompanied by an Meetings are held every second Honolulu Theater for Youth. Call HTY and more. adult, and pre-registration is required at Saturday. For more information, call at 839-9885 for a current schedule. Call 955-1500 for more about Heald $70 for adult and child. Eugenia Woodward at 623-4735. College, its financial aid and scholarship • Sunday, 7:30 - 10 a.m.: Families and programs. adults can explore shoreline, reef conser- Theater, Festivals Get Underway Word to Pass Receives Faxes vation and tide pool habitats during If you want to be entertained, catch If you have “Word to Pass,” fax your Navy League Seeks TV Volunteers “Explore the Reef by Day.” The mini- any of the following performances. items to the Hawaii Marine at 257-1289, A new monthly TV show called “Now mum age is 5 years old, and youngsters • Saturday, Dragon’s Dance: The two weeks prior to the date of your Hear This,” to be produced by the East must be accompanied by an adult. Pre- Hawaii Theater presents a new concert of event. Oahu Council of the Navy League of the U.S., will be- gin in September on Oahu’s Olelo community access Channel 52. The program will high- light some of the more unique and often unpubli- cized activities of the Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard in Hawaii. Volunteers are needed to help produce the show, which will be run entirely by volunteers and local residents who are interest- ed in such TV production aspects as camera opera- tions, audio engineering, videotape editing, direct- ing and other critical areas like script writing. Oleo will provide re- quired training that quali- fies volunteers to operate its equipment. What’s more, the Navy League will pay for volunteer training of anyone helping with the monthly produc- tion. Give your time, learn new skills, and pick up Hawaii MMARINEARINE S PORTSPORTS Hawaii Marine C Section S June 21, 2002 ‘The Rock’ comes home his third-person voice. WWE superstars Another Pacific Islander who re- ceived a thunderous ovation was lay the smackdown , who made his entrance to the ring sporting several col- at the Neil Blaisdell orful leis, repeatedly giving the crowd the shaka sign. amidst screaming Rikishi defeated after delivering a Oahu fans Bonzai Drop from the sec- Story and Photos by ond turnbuckle, sending Cpl. Luis R. Agostini 401 pounds crashing onto Marine Forces Pacific Public Affairs Office Angle’s chest. Rikishi and the referee HONOLULU — “Finally, The Rock has then treated the crowd to come back ... HOME!” a victory dance to his That was the greeting that nearly 9,000 theme music, proving screaming fans received from “The People’s that big men can have Champion,” The Rock, in the first World rhythm. Wrestling Entertainment event at the Neal S. “I’m really happy Blaisdell Center in eight years. to have him back,” The Rock defeated in a no- said Rikishi’s niece disqualification match after planting him Maria Olive, who with a “Rock Bottom” and later with his lives in Honolulu with patented “People’s Elbow.” the rest of her family. After the match, The Rock’s nieces en- On the undercard, WWE tered the ring and gave their uncle several champions Billy and Chuck defeat- leis. ed tag team Farooq and Hugh Chris Jericho locks on the “Walls of Jericho” on The Rock. The Rock thanked the audience for com- Morris. ing and expressed his pride Billy Kidman defeated Lance in his Samoan heritage and Storm, Tajiri defeated Christian, Hawaiian background. Albert and Reverend D’von de- The Rock, who broke feated Funaki and Randy Orton, down in tears, dedicated the Test defeated Big Valbowski night to his late grandfather, and WWE Cruiserweight High Chief Peter Maivia, a Champion Hurricane de- former Samoan chief who al- feated . so wrestled for the same or- The Rock closed the ganization nearly 30 years night in his own inimitable ago. style: “If ya smell what The The After realizing that he had Rock is cookin’!” Rock, lost his composure in front of Wrestling fans in Hawaii known as “The a sold-out Blaisdell Center, will not have to wait anoth- People’s The Rock attempted to mask er eight years to experience Champion” his emotions with tough- WWE live. defeated The next WWE live Chris ness. Jericho at “For the record, The Rock event is scheduled for the Neal Rikishi and the referee celebrate the victory with a post-match victory dance. did not cry,” said The Rock in January 2003. Blaisdell K-Bay kids carve the surf in competition Cpl. Jason E. Miller Surfers and body board- Youth Winners Combat Correspondent ers competed in two age groups in their respective 14 and under Pyramid Rock Beach categories, one for kids 14 1st- Storm Kam served up some fine surf and under, and another for 2nd- George Castellvi for several young wave- older competitors, ages 15 3rd- John Kauffman riders looking to take home to 17. 4th- Levi Bey first place in the Kaneohe The water, although Bay Youth Recreation, Dual slightly choppy, still pro- 15 to 17 Crown Surf Meet, at MCB vided some nice sets on 1st- Mike Fargo Hawaii, Saturday. which the riders got in sev- 2nd- Kevin Lenanan Storm Kam and Mike eral impressive runs to 3rd- Sean Imai Fargo took home the surf- score points with the 4th- Kenny Scott ing victories in their age judges. Body Boarding Winners categories, while Adam Each rider received two Gromann and Kam man- runs before judges tallied 14 and under aged to beat out the rest of up the scores and chose the 1st- Storm Kam the field in the body board winners. 2nd- John Kauffman competition. The turnout for the event 3rd- Brock Knapp This event, combined seemed to be somewhat with the skateboard com- smaller than expected. 15 to 17 petition at Hawaii Loa That did not stop some 1st- Adam Gramann Skatepark June 8, made up talented surfers and body 2nd- Douglas Gramann the K-Bay Youth Recreation boarders from giving it all 3rd- Chris Cervantes Dual Crown events on they had to take home the base. victory. Cpl. Jason E. Miller

Above — John Kauffman catch- es a wave on his way to 3rd place in the 14 and un- der category. Left — Storm Kam managed to win both the surfing and body boarding compe- titions at Saturday’s contest. Cpl. Jason E. Miller C-2 • June 21, 2002 HAWAII MARINE SPORTS BRIEFS Debbie Robbins shoe rental and bowl for only $2 a game. Guests of mil- Once open, members and guests will enjoy a tropical MCCS Public Relations itary patrons may bowl for $2.25 a game. atmosphere complete with exotic floral, fauna and Food specials and door prizes are in store at K-Bay fountains. ASYMCA Hosts Family Olympic Day Lanes all weekend. For all events, club members and guests should en- Celebrate starting June 28 from 4 p.m. - 1 a.m., June ter the club through the Mongolian BBQ Pit. It’s “Go Time” at the Armed Services YMCA. 29 from 11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. - 1 a.m., June For more information, call 254-7649. Who will claim the gold, silver and bronze medals in 30 from 1:30 - 11 p.m. For more details, call 254-7693. the three-legged race, egg toss and pizza-eating con- Enlisted Club Hosts Sports Night test? K-Bay Lanes Make Summer Sport Superstars Find out tomorrow at the ASYMCA, Bldg. 579, at 10 Ease back into your workweek at the Enlisted Club a.m. Let your keiki shine as a “Summer Sport Superstar.” every Monday night during its weekly “Sports Night.” All base patrons are invited to enter the free Family The sport superstar program introduces kids ages 5 Catch the game, order a round of pupus for the gang Olympic Day. to 18 years to bowling, tennis and swimming. and unwind. For additional details, call 254-4719. During a two-week period, kids will learn the basics The E - Club is open seven days a week and wel- in each sport. This program runs Tuesday through comes all E-5s and under and their sponsored guests. K-Bay Throws Semper Xtreme Bowling Bash Friday. For additional details, call 254-7660. For more information, call K-Bay Lanes at 254-7693. K-Bay Lanes will host its 3rd Anniversary Semper Bayfest Arrives Soon Xtreme Bowling bonanza June 28 - 30. O’Club Pool Closed For Renovations During this three-day bowling birthday party the The ever-popular BayFest is coming and Marine first 100 guests will receive free cake. Due to renovation, the Officers Club pool is closed Corps Community Services is looking for volunteers. All authorized military ID cardholders will enjoy free until mid-August. New attractions such as the Sumo wrestling event and the inflatable boxing arena are in the works. For more, contact SM&SP Coordinator Leslie Base All Stars Graham at 254-7593. NAME: Pfc. Jud Poulter Sports Ticker BILLET: Tow gunner 2002 Intramural Softball Standings Won Lost UNIT: Weapons Co., 1st Bn., 3rd Radio Bn. 8 0 Marine Regiment 1/12 “Spartans” 12 2 POSITION: Shortstop HQBN “Rhinos” 92 LSC “Red Death” 10 3 TEAM: K-Bay “Goodfellas” Mess Hall “Aces” 11 5 SPORT: Softball CSSG-3 9 3 G-6 6 4 • For the past five years, Poulter has been playing softball, along with 12 Band 7 6 years of baseball. MALS - 24 “Maulers” 45 VP-9 5 6 • Being on the base team has its perks. “I enjoy travelling to other MALS - 24 “Mag Rats” 56 towns for better competition.” HMT - 301 2 5 HMH - 363 “Red Lions” 27 • During a 5 game span, Poulter had a total of 16 RBIs. He had 15 hits, MALS - 24 “Warriors” 38

Sgt. Alexis R. Mulero including 1 home run and 2 doubles. Dental 1 8 EM Plt. “The Nobodys” 18 “Softball brings out the spirit of teamwork in PMO “5-0” 29 everyone. It’s a fun and competitive sport.” Shakedown Cruise 0 5 Hawaii Marine June 21, 2002 • C-3 Bowling tournament scores a strike at K-Bay Lance Cpl. together to share lanes, but chanic for Combat Service Jessica M. Mills scores were counted individu- Support Group 3, won the Sports Editor ally. mens title by bowling seven The bowlers cheered for not strikes in a row during his first Oahu residents rolled their only their lane but also com- game and finished with a final best strikes in support of the peting lanes as well. Each score of 258. Joint Women’s Conference time a strike was thrown, a Karen Wright, a K-Bay fam- during a non-official bowling unanimous cheer could ily member, won the womens tournament June 7 at MCB roared throughout the center. title for the highest score with Hawaii’s K-Bay Lanes. “This was a fun way to sup- a 183 in her second game, a For a fee of $10, participants port a cause and have some very impressive comeback competed in three games and fun with the guys I work with. from her score of 83 in the first received a free pair of rental What could be better than a game. shoes. little competition,” said Mark A husband and wife team All the funds raised at the Uribe, a flight technician with won the men and womens ti- tournament went towards the Marine Aviation Logistics tle for the highest series score JWC’s treasury to offset the Squadron 24, who was joined bowled during all three costs of it’s annual women’s by a number of other Marines games. conference held in October, and Sailors from his squadron Stahl won again with a se- explained Hickam Air Force to enjoy the day. ries score of 597, with a score Base resident Johnette Owens, Winners received prizes of 258 in his first game, 160 in fund-raising chair of JWC. such as gift certificates from his second and 179 in his An assortment of 28 Marine Corps Community third. bowlers, made up of active Services and items from re- His wife, Kathie Stahl, end- duty Marines and Sailors, tailers like McCully’s sporting ed the tournament with a family members and retired goods and Dominoes Pizza. score of 430, and won the military bowlers from K-Bay The JWC judged the cate- womens highest series score. and surrounding bases, par- gories separately for men, Her first game ended with a ticipated in the tournament. women and children. score of 118, her second a 137 “We had hoped for more Fourteen year-old Katy and her third the most im- people, but even though the Westby won the childrens cat- pressive, with a 175. tournament was small it was egory for the highest series This was the first fund rais- still exciting,” said Christy score. er of the year for the JWC. Knight, a K-Bay family mem- In the adult categories, Other tournaments will be ber. “What really surprised Amanda Clinton, a K-Bay held on each of the bases on me was that so many active family member, won for the Oahu, said Iris Sullivan, the duty men came. It really lowest score bowled during JWC advisor. shows that they value and the competition, a 75. “Everyone had a great time, support us too.” Two winners, a male and fe- whether they won or not. It The tournament was more male, bowled the highest was all in the name of fun,” for fun and a bit of friendly scores in a game. said Knight. “That’s what all Lance Cpl. Jessica M. Mills competition, said Owens. Eugene Stahl, a retired gun- of this is about, supporting Jeff Serrano, weapons leading chief petty officer for MALS - 24, prepares Participants were grouped nery sergeant and general me- each other.” to throw his fourth strike in the game, competing for first place. C-4 • June 21, 2002 HAWAII MARINE

SPORTS COMMENTARY Two Marine vets named ‘greatest Redskins’ John Gunn Andy Farkas (1938-44, ) was a head coaches and players and said it 1953-59, Nebraska), end Charlie Malone Special to the Hawaii Marine civilian assistant coach at Quantico in would not be influenced by off-the-field (1934-40, ‘42, who caught 137 passes for 1951-52. matters, the Post reported. 1,932 yards and 13 TDs and was a Two Marine vets were named among Incredibly, tackle Wilbur “Wee Willie” Candidates had to play or coach for Lejeune player-assistant, 1944, the greatest Redskins of all time, chosen Wilkin (74 games from 1938-43), a the Redskins for three years to be con- Minnesota) and tackle-end Volney Peters by a team-sponsored panel formed to Marine vet from St. Mary’s, was not se- sidered. Active Redskins were eligible (1954-57, USC). help commemorate the franchise’s 70th lected, although he was All-Pro twice, only if they have been with the team 10 The team will also commemorate the season this fall. played in three Pro Bowls and was MVP seasons. 70th anniversary by wearing retro 1960’s Seven quarterbacks made the list, with in the 1940 title game. Three coaches were chosen: Navy vet uniforms for home games during this Sammy Baugh, Marine vet Eddie And back-linebacker Rob Goode George Allen, Navy vet Ray Flaherty and season. LeBaron (1952-53, ‘55-59) from Pacific, (1949-51, ‘54-55), a Marine vet from Texas Joe Gibbs. The helmets feature the spear-and- Mark Rypien and Doug Williams joining A&M who rushed for 2,257 yards, scored The panel was led by former CNN an- feather logo. The jersey and pants are Sonny Jurgensen, Billy Kilmer and Joe 18 TDs, caught 43 passes, returned 19 chorman Bernard Shaw, a Marine vet. It bolder shades of burgundy and gold. Theismann, the Washington Post report- kickoffs and intercepted 4 passes, wasn’t narrowed its list to 102 finalists in April The franchise came into the league as ed. selected, either. and allowed fans to vote on the team’s the Braves in 1932 and was re- Also named was back Cliff Battles (Their omissions cast doubt on how Web site to help select the final 70. named the Boston Redskins a year later. (1932-37), a Marine vet from West well the panel informed the fans.) Other Marine vets no doubt consid- Owner George Preston Marshall moved Virginia Wesleyan. In addition, back The panel limited its selection pool to ered include tackle Don Boll (Redskins the team to Washington in 1937. Adjust protective helmets for correct fit and safety NAPS know how to tell if their helmet fits cor- sure that the helmet isn’t creating any un- Featurettes rectly. comfortable pressure points. In fact, the Bike Helmet Safety Institute Step 2: SHIFT — Shift the helmet for- This summer, more than 80 million bi- found that riders are more concerned ward so the rim is one finger (for adults, cyclists will turn America’s streets, parks about road rash and broken bones than two fingers for kids) above the eyebrow. and mountain ranges into their play- head injury. The institute also reported When the helmet is in the right position, ground. Playing it safe while cycling starts that more cyclists wear gloves than hel- “lock” the helmet’s fit system in place. with a bicycle helmet that fits properly. mets. Step 3: LIFT — Buckle the chin strap Up to 80 percent of all bicycle-related fa- Bell Sports, founding member of the and then lift the helmet. If it comes off the talities are due to head injuries, according Protective Headgear Manufacturers head even slightly, you need to adjust the to the Johns Hopkins Injury Prevention Association, encourages bicycle riders, in- fit system and tighten the chin strap. The Center. line skaters and other wheel-based sports most important element of helmet safety is The good news is that bicycle helmets enthusiasts to perform the “Slip, Shift and proper fit. can help in reducing the risk of head in- Lift” helmet test before they hit the road. Whether cyclists choose to bike once a Lance Cpl. Jessica Mills jury by 85 percent, as reported by the Step 1: SLIP — Slip on the helmet to en- year or keep the pedals spinning from sea- From left — Base residents Austin National Safe Kids Campaign. sure it’s not too big or too small. Because son to season, ensuring that a helmet fits Suniga, 14, and Ryan Brehm, 15, The bad news is that most people don’t every head is shaped differently, make properly is the best first step for a safe ride. wear their helmets when riding. HAWAII MARINE June 21, 2002 • C-5 Devil Dog crosses CONUS on bike to reenlist Story and Photos by Gunnery Sgt Tim McGough New York Public Affairs

After a 3300-mile bicycle ride, a 1st Force Service Support Group Marine reenlisted today in Bronx, N.Y. Gunnery Sgt. Dennis Fahey, career planner for Headquarters & Service Bn., Camp Pendleton, Calif., began his 38-day cross- country trek from the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco and finished at Liberty Park, N.J. with the Statue of Liberty greeting him in New York Harbor. “I had been wanting to do this for the past 12 years,” said Fahey. “I thought it would be a neat thing to do.” At the end of his ride, the Queens, N.Y., native planned on reenlisting. His former commander Lt. Col. Ray Griffith who is the presently the Inspector/Instructor, 2nd Bn. 25th Marine Regiment planned to reenlist Fahey. Griffith along with Fahey’s aunt, uncle Joe and Mary Lynch from The Bronx, N.Y,. and his sister Eileen from , Ga., arrived at Liberty Park to greet their Marine Corps cross country traveler. “I think it was amazing what Dennis did,” said his uncle. “I knew he had the de- termination just because he’s a Marine.” Fahey’s determination took him Gunnery Sgt. Tim McGough through rain, snow and elevations up Gunnery Sgt. Dennis Fahey rejoices in New York Harbor after finishing his 3,300-mile bike ride across America. The gunny start- 6,800 feet to make it to his last reenlist- ed in San Francisco, Calif., and finished in Liberty Park, N.J. ment in the Marine Corps. “I just started my twentieth year, and the road which had fallen off cars. “A lot Fahey was offered help at every turn. firms the pride I have being a Marine.” since I’m a bike rider, I thought this of things that happened to me on the He said that people were generous and On a side note, Fahey only had two flat would be appropriate,” said Fahey. “I al- road weren’t planned,” said the cyclist. offered him assistance everywhere. tires and two minor injuries. His more so felt, that with the attacks on America “I’m just glad and honored that they “America is filled with kind and inter- than 70-pound bike has 24 gears. He I’d stick around for a while.” happened.” esting people,” he added. “I met the best used every one of them to get across Along the way, Fahey stopped at var- Through his 15-state odyssey, Fahey of our country during my trip and it reaf- country. ious fire departments to find places to came across the real spirit of America. camp. The fire fighters he met present- “I met a man named Ron Harman ed him with their unit patches to bring from Winchester, Ill.,” he said. “I talked to New York and give to the FDNY. with him for 15-minutes, and he offered He also started collecting stray me a room at a house he was renovating. American flags he found on the side of I mean he only knew me for 15 minutes!” C-6 • June 21, 2002 HAWAII MARINE Marine adds to his black belt collection Cpl. Luis R. Agostini Marine Forces Pacific Public Affairs Office

CAMP H. M. SMITH — Possessing the ability to whoop someone in five different ways is not enough for Sgt. David Villamil. What else does he need? “A black belt in the Marine Corps,” Villamil emphatically an- swered. Why? “I’m always seeking to improve,” said Villamil. Villamil, a sergeant with Marine Forces Pacific and an Inglewood, Calif., police officer, looks forward to beginning training in the Marines’ Martial Arts Course, and ultimately adding the highly re- garded black rigger’s belt to his col- lection, which includes black belts in Muay Thai Kickboxing, Tae Kwon Do, and formal training in boxing and Escrima - the Filipino Courtesy of Sgt. David Villamil martial arts, which entails the use of Above — Stretching is paramount for peak fighting performance, according to Villamil. Below — Despite his small frame, Villamil’s short Filipino fighting sticks. swift feet can topple larger opponents to their backs. Villamil has also received formal training through the police acade- 15, started his formal training in Tae ly entails mental and physical disci- my and the Inglewood Police Kwon Do. pline, but a thorough understand- Department. Under the tutelage of Master Bob ing of its history as well, according Despite his vast hand-to-hand Chaney, former world karate cham- to Villamil. combat experience, Villamil, along pion and trainer of several world “Originally, the art of using per- with every other Marine, will have champion martial artists in Upland, sonal weapons came from the Far to begin at square one. Calif., Villamil began to master the East hundreds of years ago, when The Marine Corps Martial Arts art of Muay Thai and Tae Kwon Do natives were generally smaller than Program, instituted by disciplines, eventually earning their bigger, stronger invaders. In Commandant Gen. James L. Jones black belts in both martial arts. order to overcome their size differ- in late 2000, requires Marines to Villamil’s deceptive strength and ence, the use of leg kicks, knees and complete five levels of training in speed has fooled many suspects in elbows evolved, creating deadly order to obtain a black belt. Inglewood. fighting skills the world recognized The different levels are catego- Standing at a mere five feet, five and respected,” noted Villamil. rized by their respective colors — inches, and weighing in at 160 Despite his accomplishments, tan, gray, green, brown and black. pounds, Villamil may appear invit- Villamil’s biggest thrill is being able Marines become certified instruc- ing to some suspects - that is, until to share his wealth of knowledge. tors upon completion of the green- they end up on the cold floor. Not only does it allow him to belt level training. “As a police officer, I’ve been in train aspiring martial artists, but al- Villamil’s interest in competitive many fights, especially because of so helps him improve his craft, said and self-defense action began with my size,” Villamil explained. “For Villamil. the excitement of Kung Fu Theater some reason, suspects have more “By teaching, I’m also learning,” and Bruce Lee movies during the courage to fight, especially when revealed Villamil. “When I teach 1970s. under the influence of drugs or al- people what I’ve learned, I remind After years of training with his fa- cohol.” myself of the basics at the same ther at home, Villamil, at the age of Being a good martial artist not on- time.”