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Groups of pilots and mission coordinators jostle their eyes between a large screen and a map of the airspace during a mission planning brief with Elmendorf-Richardson, a fellow Air Force Base out of Anchorage, Alaska, on June 12. After a training scenario explanation, the chatter of tactical plans and counter-attacks bounced back and forth between personnel as they prepared for a large force exercise mission during RED FLAG-Alaska 17-2. “We are preparing by integrating multinational, multi- mission design series solutions to tactical problems,” added Lt. Col. Travis Ruhl, the 353rd Combat Training Squadron commander. “We prepare because this could be a team in the Republic of Air Force, U.S. Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense Force members begin PACAF area of responsibility that will go out to fight.” mission planning during RED FLAG-Alaska (RF-A) 17-2, June 12, 2017, at , Maj. Zachary Fennel, the 353rd CTS range division assistant Alaska. RF-A is a two-week, multilateral large force exercise with many other nations, including Denmark, Finland and Israel, who participate to better overall tactics as one cohesive unit. (Photo by See REDFLAG on page 4 Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert, 35th Fighter Wing Public Affairs) Training for the open road 1st Lt. Harley Spier Executive Officer, Alpha Company, 25th Brigade Support Battalion

It is no secret that the Army is an inherently dangerous occupation. From jumping out of aircraft, firing Howitzers, to driving big trucks, danger is a part of the job. For Alpha Company, 25th Brigade Support Battalion the mission is to drive big trucks and move big pieces of equipment in May was National Historic support of the 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team and we take great pride in our Preservation Month ability to reduce the danger Casey Woster the country. Many people who live in of that mission. Fort Wainwright Architectural Fairbanks, however, are unaware of the According to the Historian existence of the NHL, and many more do U.S. Army Readiness not understand what makes this special Center, Fiscal Year 2017 May was designated as Historic place so significant. currently has had five Preservation Month in the , By definition, a National Historic Army vehicle accidents presenting an opportunity for discussion Landmark is a nationally significant result in fatalities. Alpha about what makes a historic place designated by the Secretary Company is constantly on Soldiers with Alpha Company, 25th Brigade National Historic Landmark. Considered of the Interior because it embodies Support Battalion, 1st Stryker Brigade Combat the road moving equipment, a point of pride for Fort Wainwright, exceptional value or quality in illustrating Team conduct Preventative Maintenance Checks recovering Strykers and Ladd Field National Historic Landmark or interpreting the heritage of the United providing fuel and water and Services on a vehicle during driver’s training last week on Fort Wainwright. (Photo by 1st Lt. encompasses the horseshoe area of North States. A National Historic Landmark assets to the 1SBCT. Post, both runways, and the buildings can be something as well-known as the With all those big trucks Harley Spier, Executive Officer, Alpha Company, 25th Brigade Support Battalion) on the north side of Montgomery Road. Alamo, recognized for its role in the 1836 on the road, we have to stay Ladd Army Airfield draws visitors Battle of the Alamo, or as little known up to date and proficient every year, and is a source of curiosity with our training. We have See ROAD on page 7 for military history enthusiasts across See LADD on page 7 Join the USO force behind the forces Staff Report variety of support programs and outreach United Service Organizations activities in addition to what goes on in our USO Centers. There are a variety of There are more than 30,000 USO projects, events, USO Center shifts and volunteers world-wide. USO volunteers activities for volunteers to work. keep America’s service members You can’t bring kids with you when connected to family, home and country you volunteer. throughout their service to our nation. Answer: True AND False. Because we True or False? need our volunteers to focus on supporting USO volunteers must have military our USO Center guests, projects or events, experience or know someone in the as well as for the children’s safety; we military. don’t allow volunteers to bring younger Answer: False. USO volunteers children along while volunteering. include service members, military However, we DO have parent/teen family members, retirees, veterans AND volunteer opportunities. There are also civilians without any military experience occasional group volunteer activities that or affiliation. may include children ages 10-14, with The United Service Organizations Inc. is a nonprofit organization that provides You just hand out snacks or plan parent supervision. programs, services and live entertainment to United States Armed Forces parties. members and their Families. (Photo courtesy Fort Wainwright USO) Answer: False. The USO offers a wide See VOLUNTEER on page 2 WEEKEND WEATHER MILITARY AVOID LOCAL HEMP FAIRS With the legalization of marijuana in Alaska, various businesses are again hosting a Hemp & Cannabis Fair in Fairbanks. Please be aware that military personnel are not permitted to attend these functions and violations are subject to punishment under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ). It is strongly recommended Friday Saturday Sunday that federal employees avoid these functions and to be aware and cautious of Mostly Cloudy, Highs Cloudy, Highs in the Partly Cloudy, Highs in products containing marijuana substances. All forms of marijuana are banned on in the mid 70s. Lows lower 70s. Lows in the the mid 70s. Lows near Federal property. For more information call the U.S. Army Alaska’s Criminal Law near 50. mid 50s. 50. Division at 384-3991. 2 NEWS June 23, 2017 Nutrition Corner: Myth busters All adults should avoid caffeine- Myth. 64mg/fl oz and soda contains 1-4 mg/fl oz. Consuming Featured Recipe: More than 95 percent of all adults consume caffeine in energy drinks is not advised as these products contain Chocolate peanut butter smoothie some form or another. Caffeine is natural and functions very large amounts of caffeine in each serving and in the body as a stimulant. For most healthy adults, most cans have more than one serving. There are also ½ cup 1% low fat milk there is no requirement to avoid caffeine completely nor compounds in many of these products that enhance the 1 1/2 Tbsp cocoa powder is a moderate intake generally unhealthy. effects of the caffeine and may result in stomach issues, 2 Tbsp honey For most healthy adults, moderate caffeine sleep problems, and other undesired outcomes. 2 Tbsp creamy peanut butter consumption, equivalent to about three 8-oz cups of Many caffeinated products contain added calories 1 frozen ripe banana regular coffee a day, can be incorporated into a balanced mostly from sugar and fat. Be mindful when adding 6 oz. vanilla low fat yogurt diet and lifestyle. That being said, individuals who do sugar and cream to your coffee and consider a non- not currently consume caffeine are not encouraged to nutritive sweetener and skim milk/1% as a substitute. Place all ingredients in a blender; process until incorporate it into their daily intake. Avoid high calorie containing sodas and specialty smooth. Caffeine comes mostly from coffee beans, tea leaves, coffee drinks. Do not mix caffeine and alcohol together cocoa beans, and kola nuts and can be added to foods as it can increase the risk of alcohol-related adverse References: and beverages. If caffeine is added to a product, it must effects. 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L. Amber Phillippe Fort Wainwright Landscape Historian

Audrey Virden, a veteran of the Women’s Army Corps (WAC) at Ladd Field, participated in the Ladd Field Oral History Project on September 15, 2004. The following is an excerpt from her interview and speaks to her recollection of the Women’s Army Corps Barracks fire on June 26, 1945.

Mrs. Virden: We were working in the headquarters building, because, it’s where the hangar is now, but we could look out, we had windows facing forward the WAC barracks. And one of the guys that was working in there looked up, and he said, “Hey, the WAC shack’s on fire!” And we didn’t believe him, but then pretty soon somebody else looked, and they said, “It is on fire!” And so then we just watched it the shower. Because somebody did go through the barracks (All images courtesy of Betty Wiker and Audrey Virden.) burn. And then…they had to have a place to put us to sleep and warn them. Because, see, they slept during the daytime. that night. So they put us in, I think part of the cold weather We had different hours. But these women that came out testing barracks that was empty. And it was interesting… partially dressed, immediately some GI would come up and the Red Cross came and gave us a little bag that I guess had put an overcoat around them. It was interesting how they toothpaste, and soap, and everything. But we had nothing, responded. except the clothes that we had on. And they could issue a And then as I said, temporarily we were put in this cold few things, but it was interesting how the men responded. weather testing barracks. It was located over the PX, I One man had been given a pair of pajamas. And of course, remember that much. Then they set us up in an old BOQ the men didn’t wear pajamas in those days, whether they do area that was miles from this base. now or not…So he gave me that pair of pajamas that he had, so that I’d…They were kind of a knit. You wouldn’t find Interviewer: That’s where you stayed for the rest of your any man wearing them, I don’t think! Another man gave duration up here? me one of these soap on a bar, that I suppose somebody had given him. You know… Mrs. Virden: Yes. And where we left this nice, modern building, with modern facilities, we went to this other place Interviewer: Soap on a rope thing. which was very rugged. The toilet facilities…it was a great big long line of holes, and it would automatically flush Mrs. Virden: Yes, He gave me that. every once in a while. But you weren’t separated from the person next to you. Some of the older women complained. Interviewer: And there were women in the building. They said they couldn’t go to the bathroom that way. So then they put some little barriers, just a little barrier, up. Mrs. Virden: One woman was burned.

Interviewer: So your barracks was it just a big room with beds or did you have individual rooms?

Mrs. Virden: Oh, no no. Just a big room with beds. Course it had been in the other facility, too. We had a bed and then we had a little shelf with hangars underneath it and a footlocker. That was…

Interviewer: Was that hard to get used to, having…I mean you have this little itty bitty space, basically no privacy?

Mrs. Virden: No. Because when you went in the Army, you didn’t have privacy.

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Interviewer: Right, Ione Dries of Appleton, Wisconsin, I guess. It said, trapped in the shower by the blaze. It resulted in broken backs for three other women who I guess jumped out of the second story.

Mrs. Virden: Yes.

Interviewer: And I guess, Pfc. Dries, I guess she died.

Mrs. Virden: At the time, we didn’t know whether she was in 4 NEWS June 23, 2017 REDFLAG Continued from page 1 director of operations, said the goal for tested PACAF’s strategic approach to RF-A was to give personnel the best maintain credible combat power in combat training they had ever participated the Indo-Asia-Pacific region, while in. He added that participants had the showcasing how challenges are best met opportunity to get high-intensity training together. they normally would not receive at their “This planning phase determines if our home stations. mission will be a success or not,” said Prior to the exercise, Eielson worked Capt. Lloyd Wright, the 354th Operations with several U.S. and foreign forces to get Group air-boss. “If the units don’t work the ball rolling. together and coordinate with each other, “Our participants get good training everyone could end up confused during a from the USAF and I believe RF-A mission. Planning is vital.” supports that,” said Japan Air Self- About six months prior to RF-A, Defense Force Maj. Kego Ito, the RF-A many representatives from all squadrons chief of administration out of Yokota, came together for a week-long planning Japan. “I personally enjoy debriefing conference. together because we can all go over “We outlined 70 to 80 percent of the common lessons learned from a mission, exercise in that week,” said Maj. Daniel Maj. Rex Bassett, the assistant director of operations out of and I believe the process is excellent.” Krowinski, the 353rd CTS director of Osan , Korea, discusses plans with pilots during RED FLAG-Alaska Much of the initial planning included operations. “We discussed everything 17-2, June 12, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. Before flight, pilots gather to ways of creating training scenarios which from the logistical standpoint of getting discuss the objectives, roles and flight tactics for a mission. (Photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert, 35th Fighter Wing Public Affairs)

people here and set-up in lodging, all the coalition partners in the Pacific theatre. It way to planning the training scenarios may be a small thing, but having direct with the pilots.” contact while mission planning and For the remaining six months, they understanding our differences improves coordinated with other nations to smooth mission fluidity and breaks down out their plans. language barriers.” After mission planning, Eielson Altogether, approximately 1,500 worked along with the JASDF, the Royal personnel joined forces to make the entire Thai Air Force and the Republic of Korea exercise a success. Air Force during the exercise to function “With all the people participating, I as a cohesive team, and practiced securing think it’s pretty impactful,” Krowinski the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. said. “This could be the only time some “The exercise was executed mostly as of these Airmen have an opportunity to planned and upheld our expectations,” train on a large force scale before going said ROKAF Capt. Jun-mo Yang, a 20th into combat.” Fighter Wing pilot. “There is always new As they continue through the second equipment and new types of mission RF-A of the fiscal year, personnel are during every RF-A. Therefore, planning already planning for the third, promising and coordination during is critical to for a great experience. carrying out the exercise.” “There’s always more to learn with Republic of Korea Air Force (ROKAF) Capt. Yeo Myeonghwan, center left, the Yang added he liked Alaska’s expansive our allies,” Krowinski said. “Training 20th Tactical Fighter Wing (TFW) escort flight leader out of Seosan Air Base, air space as well as being able to learn together can only further enhance our Korea, speaks with Capt. Lee Min Kyu, center right, a 20th TFW pilot, about their how to apply practical flight studies back unity, allowing us to deliver better rapid roles in the mission during RED FLAG-Alaska 17-2, June 12, 2017, at Eielson in Korea to better their training methods. and precise air, space and cyberspace Air Force Base, Alaska. ROKAF’s role included playing as an escort for bombers “With the way wars are now, fighting capabilities to protect and defend the during training. (Photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert, 35th Fighter Wing unilaterally is not expected,” Krowinski United States, its territories and our allies Public Affairs) said. “It’s important we train with our and partners.”

A center of their own and SAC is accredited by the Council on Accreditation- Michael Campbell and the World Eskimo Indian Olympics.” which helps Soldiers and their Families stay mission ready. School Liaison Officer, DFMWR Spittle embraced our local community, and partnered Children must be registered with CYS to receive services with the Fairbanks Police and Fire Stations, Fairbanks on the installation; registration is free. To register, contact The School Age Center provides a safe environment and International Airport, and City Center at Eielson Air Force Parent Central Services at Building 1049 Chena Road #2. inspires good character, self-growth, and a love of learning Base. “People save their whole lives to visit Alaska- we get for children in Kindergarten through grade 6. to live and play here.” Affiliates of USDA, 4H, Boys & Girls Clubs of America, Child & Youth and CHARACTER COUNTS!, SAC provides structured Services recognizes programs for the following focus areas: Sports, Fitness and the challenges of our Health Options, Arts, Recreation and Leisure Activities, Soldiers and their Life Skills, Citizenship, and Mentoring, and Intervention/ Families through quality Support Services. programs to help Army SAC summer operating hours are from 6am to 6pm, Families meet their Monday through Friday, and program fees are based on parental challenges and Total Family Income. maintain their mission “Our summer program includes full-day and hourly readiness. care options to better support Soldier and family readiness” Fort Wainwright stated Jessica Spittle, SAC Director. “In response to CYS is certified by the customer feedback, we diversified our Summer Camp and Department of Defense, Field Trips to now include biking, hiking and rock climbing adventures, laser tag and go-karts,

School Age Center children participated in kickball, Soccer, Tug-of-War, bouncy house, and relay races at the Child and Youth Services Field Day, June14, at the Youth Sports & Fitness Complex. (Photos courtesy Fort Wainwright Child & Youth Services) 5 June 23, 2017 COMMUNITY CALENDAR Fort Wainwright Family & MWR Weekly Events June 23 – 30

Bodyshop Fitness Class 23 June 23 Noon to 12;45 p.m. Get the most out of your workout by changing up your routine! No part of your body will be worked out two classes in a row. Join a certified instructor every Friday at the PFC for the Bodyshop Fitness Class.

Physical Fitness Center, building 3709 Call 353-7223

Women in the Wilderness: 24 Stand Up Paddleboarding June 24 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Enjoy a day out on the water and in the sun right after solstice. Either cruise your way around on your personal paddleboard or take it easy and learn the ropes before setting out. This fun trip is for all skill levels and a fun day out with the ladies. All skills levels welcome. Outdoor Recreation, building 4050 Call 361-6349, registration required

Summer Time Jam Laser Tag June 26 through 30 26 Times vary The Laser Tag Arena inside of the Last Frontier Community Activity Center will be open extended hours for Summer Time Jam Laser Tag! Stop by all week for some zip zapping, non-stop fun! Last Frontier Community Activity Center, building 1044 Call 353-7755

Teen Babysitter Certification Course 27 June 27 through 30 Noon to 6 p.m. Learn what it takes to care for a child, respond to basic emergency situations, and babysitting etiquette. This course Outdoor Recreation includes CPR and First Aid certification, and results in becoming a certified babysitter. Youth Center, building 4166 Adventure Call 361-5437, registration required

Cosmic Bowling 30 June 30 6 to 10 p.m. Amp up the excitement at Nugget Lanes Bowling Center with Cosmic Bowling! Grab your buddies and hit the lanes every Friday and Saturday for high-energy, fitst-pumping fun! Nugget Lanes Bowling Center, building 3702 Call 353-2654

Please note that Fort Wainwright Family and MWR facilities have adjusted their hours for the Fourth of July Holiday Weekend.

Please check our website at www.wainwright.armymwr.com for a complete list of updated holiday hours. Available online at www.wainwright.armymwr.com

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Klutina River Reds Fishing Trip 1 July 1 through 3

Join Outdoor Recreation July 1-3 on this three day fishing and camping trip on the Klutina River. This trip will focus on fishing for the Red Salmon (Sockeye). We will provide transportation, lunch and dinner meals, rods and tackle, as well as any camping gear you might need. You will provide breakfast, drinks, snacks, fisherman’s luck and an Alaska State Fishing License. Outdoor Recreation Center, building 4050 Call 361-6349m, reservations required

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1-800-770-1858 or 907-224-5559 LEVY/OCONUS Briefing sewardresort.com #SewardMilitaryResort 6 July 6 9 to 11:30 a.m. If you are a Soldier or Family Member that is moving overseas or back to the Lower 48, you need to attend this briefing. The information provided will include pre-moving counseling, PCS process procedures, finance entitlements, shipping household goods, and more. Army Community Services, building 3401 Call 353-7908, registration recommended 6 NEWS June 23, 2017 Eielson Air Force Base Friday – 23rd Call 377-2642. Eielson City Center, Eielson AFB, Baker Field House, Eielson AFB, Call LAP SWIM, 6 to 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. OPEN SWIM, 1 to 7 p.m., Pool inside Call 377-2642. 377-1925. to 1 p.m., Pool inside Baker Field Baker Field House, Eielson AFB, Call BALLISTICS, 11 a.m., Baker Field House, Eielson AFB, Call 377-1925. 377-1925. House, Eielson AFB, Call 377-1925. TEEN BREAK, 7 to 10:40 p.m., Eielson Youth Center, Eielson AFB, FREE BOUNCE, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY OPEN SWIM, 5 to 8 p.m., Pool inside Call 377-6336. Eielson City Center, Eielson AFB, VOL. 2 (PG-13), 2 p.m., Ernie Walker Baker Field House, Eielson AFB, Call Call 377-2642. Theater, Eielson AFB, Call 377-2269. 377-1925. LIFE (R), 7 p.m., Ernie Walker Theater, Eielson AFB, Call 377-2269. BALLISTICS, 11 a.m., Baker Field RIPPED, 5:15 p.m., Baker Field House, Eielson AFB, Call 377-1925. Monday – 26th House, Eielson AFB, Call 377-1925. OPEN SWIM, 5 to 8 p.m., Pool inside FREE BOUNCE, 10 a.m. to 7 P.M., Saturday – 1st Baker Field House, Eielson AFB, Call Eielson City Center, Eielson AFB, TABATA BOOTCAMP, 6:30 p.m., LAP SWIM, 10 a.m. to noon, Pool 377-1925. Call 377-2642. Baker Field House, Eielson AFB, Call inside Baker Field House, Eielson 377-1925. AFB, Call 377-1925. TEEN BREAK, 7 to 10:40 p.m., BALLISTICS, 11 a.m., Baker Field Eielson Youth Center, Eielson AFB, House, Eielson AFB, Call 377-1925. FREE BOUNCE, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Call 377-6336. Thursday – 29th Eielson City Center, Eielson AFB, RIPPED, 5:15 p.m., Baker Field SPIN, 5:30 a.m., Baker Field House, Call 377-2642. GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY House, Eielson AFB, Call 377-1925. Eielson AFB, Call 377-1925 VOL. 2 (PG-13), 7 p.m., Ernie Walker PIYO, 9 a.m., Baker Field House, Theater, Eielson AFB, Call 377-2269. TABATA BOOTCAMP, 6:30 p.m., LAP SWIM, 6 to 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. Eielson AFB, Call 377-1925. Baker Field House, Eielson AFB, Call to 1 p.m., Pool inside Baker Field 377-1925. House, Eielson AFB, Call 377-1925. TABATA, 10 a.m., Baker Field Saturday – 24th House, Eielson AFB, Call 377-1925. LAP SWIM, 10 a.m. to noon, Pool FREE BOUNCE, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., inside Baker Field House, Eielson Tuesday – 27th Eielson City Center, Eielson AFB, COLLEGE FOOTBALL, 11 a.m., AFB, Call 377-1925. SPIN, 5:30 a.m., Baker Field House, Call 377-2642. 354 Sports Bar inside Yukon Club, Eielson AFB, Call 377-1925. Eielson AFB, Call 377-5219. FREE BOUNCE, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., STORYTIME, 10 to 11 a.m., Eielson Eielson City Center, Eielson AFB, LAP SWIM, 6 to 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. Library, Eielson AFB, Call 377-3174. GIVE PARENTS A BREAK, 12:30 to Call 377-2642. to 1 p.m., Pool inside Baker Field 5:30 p.m., CDC, Eielson AFB, $30/ House, Eielson AFB, Call 377-1925. DEPLOYMENT BRIEFING, 1 to 2 child, Call 377-3237. PIYO, 9 a.m., Baker Field House, p.m., Airman & Family Readiness Eielson AFB, Call 377-1925. REUNION BRIEFINGS, 9:30 Center, Ei-elson AFB, Call 377-2178. OPEN SWIM, 1 to 7 p.m., Pool inside to 10:30 a.m., Airman & Family Baker Field House, Eielson AFB, Call TABATA BOOTCAMP, 10 a.m., Baker Readiness Center, Eielson AFB, Call OPEN SWIM, 5 to 8 p.m., Pool inside 377-1925. Field House, Eielson AFB, Call 377- 377-2178. Baker Field House, Eielson AFB, Call 1925. 377-1925. GHOST IN A SHELL (PG-13), 7 p.m., FREE BOUNCE, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Ernie Walker Theater, Eielson AFB, COLLEGE FOOTBALL, 11 a.m., Eielson City Center, Eielson AFB, SPIN, 5:30 p.m., Baker Field House, Call 377-2269. 354 Sports Bar inside Yukon Club, Call 377-2642. Eielson AFB, Call 377-1925. Eielson AFB, Call 377-5219. PIYO, 10:30 a.m., Baker Field ZUMBA, 6:30 p.m., Baker Field Sunday – 2nd OPEN SWIM, 1 to 7 p.m., Pool inside House, Eielson AFB, Call 377-1925. House, Eielson AFB, Call 377-1925. LAP SWIM, 10 a.m. to noon, Pool Baker Field House, Eielson AFB, Call inside Baker Field House, Eielson 377-1925. LADIES BOOK CLUB, 5 p.m., AFB, Call 377-1925. Eielson Library, Eielson AFB, Call Friday – 30th GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY 377-3174. LAP SWIM, 6 to 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. FREE BOUNCE, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., VOL. 2 (PG-13), 7 p.m., Ernie Walker to 1 p.m., Pool inside Baker Field Eielson City Center, Eielson AFB, Theater, Eielson AFB, Call 377-2269. SPIN, 5:30 p.m., Baker Field House, House, Eielson AFB, Call 377-1925. Call 377-2642. Eielson AFB, Call 377-1925. FREE BOUNCE, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., OPEN SWIM, 1 to 7 p.m., Pool inside Sunday – 25th Eielson City Center, Eielson AFB, Baker Field House, Eielson AFB, Call LAP SWIM, 10 a.m. to noon, Pool Wednesday – 28th Call 377-2642. 377-1925. inside Baker Field House, Eielson LAP SWIM, 6 to 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. AFB, Call 377-1925. to 1 p.m., Pool inside Baker Field BALLISTICS, 11 a.m., Baker Field SMURFS: THE LOST VILLAGE House, Eielson AFB, Call 377-1925. House, Eielson AFB, Call 377-1925. (PG), 2 p.m., Ernie Walker Theater, FREE BOUNCE, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Eielson AFB, Call 377-2269. Eielson City Center, Eielson AFB, FREE BOUNCE, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., OPEN SWIM, 5 to 8 p.m., Pool inside

IN BRIEF WEEKLY KIDS SEWING CLASS EIELSON CHAPEL SERVICES Join the Arts and Crafts Center Wednesdays The Eielson Air Force Base Chapel team FINANCE TIP from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and Saturdays from offers a variety of services. Your Chaplain Corps Did you know that COLA with dependent rate is 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. for a kids sewing class! The cost offers Catholic and Protestant worship services not authorized if your dependents depart Alaska is $11 per person. Each class focuses on different each week and our multi-faith worship center can for more than 30 days. projects gears toward different age groups. Three support the needs of other faith groups. For more children at a minimum are needed to hold the information, call us at 377-2130. NUTRITIONAL TIP class each week and basic sewing supplies will be Power up with protein! Choose lean or low- provided. Call 377-4880 for more information. Catholic Community: fat cuts of beef or pork, and skinless chicken or Religious Formation, 9 a.m., Sundays turkey. Aim for 20-25 grams per meal. STORYTIME AT THE LIBRARY Catholic Mass, 10:30 a.m., Sundays The Eielson library holds story time every Sacrament of Reconciliation by appointment 4th OF JULY BASH Thursday from 10 to 11 a.m. for children ages Celebrate Independence Day with family and 5 and younger. Come out and enjoy listening Protestant Community: friends while enjoying free equipment rentals, to themed story’s read by the Library staff or Contemporary Service, 9 a.m., Sundays games, fun on the lake, great food, and musical volunteers! Call 377-3174 for more information. Kids Church, 9 a.m., Sundays entertainment. Tuesday, July 4 from noon to 5 AWANA, 4 to 6 p.m., Sundays p.m. MEDICAL GROUP OFFERS SLEEP Jr./Sr. High Youth Service, 6 p.m., Wednesdays ENHANCEMENT CLASS FISHING CHARTERS IN VALDEZ The 354th Medical Group provides sleep Join us for a Halibut or Salmon fishing enhancement education classes on Tuesdays excursion in the Prince William Sound and the from noon to 1 p.m. The class is four weeks long Gulf of Alaska aboard the “Chinook” and “English and begins the first Tuesday of every month. For Maiden”. Charters run April 15 – Sept. 4. Call 377- any questions or to register for the class, please 1232 to register or for more information. call 377-6354. Resilience is learned Michael Campbell Youth Services School Liaison Officer, DFMWR “We instill resilience skills for Youth to cope with social stresses and other unique Resilience can influence cultural behavior change. challenges for military connected children Resilience is learned; we can train and increase resil- and youth,” like “adversity endured by ience. deployments, transitions to new commu- On June 16, seven Youth completed the Comprehen- nities and schools.” sive Soldier and Family Fitness (CSF2) Master Resil- Youth can be in control of their iency Training-Teen program at the Fort Wainwright thoughts when they’re aware how Youth Center; facilitated by Child & Youth Services, thoughts effect feelings and behavior- Michael Campbell, Master Resilience trainer and Adri- which provides the opportunity for a ana Garza, Resilience Trainer assistant. positive outcome versus overreaction. Army defines resilience as the ability to grow and Through shared knowledge, vocabulary thrive in the face of challenges and bounce back from and experiences, Youth can become more (Photo courtesy Child & Youth Services) adversity. agile and emotionally prepared to deal “MRT-Teen performance training is a develop- with everyday life- which can improve the Fort Wainwright Youth Center. CYS registration is mentally appropriate version of the resilience training family communications and build stronger connections. required; contact Youth Center at 361-5437 or Parent Soldiers receive.” Heather Bauer, Coordinator, Child & The next MRT-Teen training will be held July 11, at Central Services at 353-7713 to register. 7 June 23, 2017 NEWS Blackhawk troopers fight for their Expert Infantryman Badge

Lt. Tanvir Kalam 5th Squadron, 1st Cavalry Regiment Unit Public Affairs Representative

Twenty-four troopers from the Blackhawk squadron are going through the crucible this week striving to earn the Expert Infantryman Badge. These troopers hail from numerous troops in the squadron, bringing forth a wide range of skill sets to the challenge. Instituted in 1944, the EIB serves as testament to the professionalism and proficiency of the U.S. infantryman. Candidates are tried through a plethora of tests which challenge their mental and physical resiliency including the Army Physical Fitness test, day and night navigation, lanes pertaining to weapons proficiency, medical skills testing, and patrolling. The EIB ends with a 12-mile foot march that candidates must complete in less than three hours, while carrying a 35-pound ruck sack. While challenging, the Army has a national EIB pass rate of only 14 percent. Capt. Jason L. Pomeroy has high hopes for his troopers partaking in the event. “Troopers are motivated to be focusing on Soldiering. Everything they are learning makes them a more lethal and competent fighter,” said Pomeroy. “Every unit on Wainwright with Soldiers in the fight for their EIB will be receiving a well- A Trooper from 1st Stryker Brigade handles an anti-tank missile while he tests for his Expert Infantrymen’s trained and able bodied Soldier back from the field badge this past week on Fort Wainwright. The national pass rate for the highly-coveted badge is only 14 percent. once the EIB gauntlet is complete.” (Photo by Lt. Tanvir Kalam, 5th Squadron, 1st Cavalry Regiment Unit Public Affairs Representative)

trained on every piece of equipment in the portions. he oversees the overall training. ROAD company. We don’t want our effectiveness These checks consist of identifying Test rides consist of driving a five mile Continued from page 1 as a company to be hindered by liquid deficiencies in the equipment that will loop and once completed, the Soldier will platoon only being able to drive vehicles hinder the function and safety. These receive a permit and eventually a license implemented a driver’s training course specific to that platoon,” Pollard said. checks range from testing the brake to operate that piece of equipment. that is overseen by our Truckmaster, Sgt. The Driver’s Training Course consists lights, making sure fluids are topped off, After driver’s training is complete, 1st Class Kevin Nelson and run by our of the following elements: A classroom to the operability of windshield wipers “Soldiers will have the basic knowledge master drivers, Staff Sgt. Jason Rider and portion, Preventative Maintenance and anything safety related that could on the operation of Alpha Company Staff Sgt. Winford Pollard. Checks and Services portion, and a cause harm to personnel or equipment. vehicles and regulations to adhere to,” Our mission for driver’s training hands-on portion. Finally, the hands-on portion of Pollard said. “We give Soldiers the tools is to provide basic knowledge on the The classroom block of instruction driver’s training takes the Soldier through to be able to identify hazardous situations operation, maintenance, and safety of takes nearly three days to complete and the entire procedure of getting the vehicle before getting on the road and while Alpha Company’s specific equipment. involves multiple tests to ensure that completely mission ready to taking the driving and the appropriate actions to We want to give every Soldier in the students understand the basic safety vehicle on a test ride. take to mitigate those hazards. We also unit that knowledge in order for them procedures, regulations, and operation of The master driver selects senior want our Soldiers to have fun while they to operate the equipment safely and vehicles. noncommissioned officers that are are out on the road.” effectively. The PMCS portion encompasses experienced with the equipment to “It is important for everyone to be both classroom instruction and hands-on conduct the test rides for Soldiers while

began to operate as the handover exchange point in the determine if a project will have an effect on a property Lend-Lease program in operation between the United that is listed on or eligible for listing on the National LADD States and the Soviet Union. Aircraft would fly up Register of Historic Places. This list includes National Continued from page 1 through Canada from and into Hangar 1 where Historic Landmarks like Ladd Army Airfield. Once the aircraft would be modified for use by Soviet pilots. the information about affected properties and project as Aleutian World War II National Historic Area in the From Hangar 1, aircraft would be flown by Soviet pilots undertakings is collected, the agency investigates how Aleutian Islands. A National Historic Landmark can also to the west coast of Alaska and on to for eventual the historic properties will be effected by the project, be an area of cultural significance; Medicine Mountain use in the eastern front of European hostilities. and consultation is undertaken with the Alaska State in Wyoming is a large stone structure of white limestone The close cooperation of Soviet and American Soldiers Historic Preservation Officer and the National Park used as a place of sacred ceremony in prehistory. To at Ladd Army Airfield took on added significance in the Service. The purpose of this consultation is to determine date, there are approximately 2,500 National Historic years immediately following World War II, with the the correct course of action to reduce or avoid harm – Landmarks recognized by the Federal government; any outbreak of hostilities during the . As such, known as an adverse effect – to the historic properties new addition to the list requires strong scrutiny and must Ladd Army Airfield represents international cooperation impacted. Finally, an agreement is reached between the demonstrate significance on a national level. in the face of fascist aggression during one of the SHPO, the NPS, and the federal agency, in this case Ladd Field National Historic Landmark is a prime bloodiest wars in the history of the world. the US Army, which will resolve any adverse effects or example of the national significance required for While Ladd Army Airfield is a point of pride for offset the damage through mitigation. consideration by the Secretary of the Interior for both the US Army and the state of Alaska, its status as It is important to remember that the Section 106 National Historic Landmark status. Designated in 1985, a National Historic Landmark can also present unusual review process does not mandate historic preservation, Ladd Army Airfield represents not only a physical issues for the continued operation of Fort Wainwright as nor does it possess the power alone to approve or deny manifestation of the impact of World War II on Alaska, an active military installation. Because of its protected projects. Rather, Section 106 encourages the safekeeping but it is one of the few remaining places that manifests status, special consideration must be given to any work of the historic built environment and forces agencies to the cooperation of the United States and the Soviet undertaken on buildings that contribute to the National evaluate their own methods while also allowing a forum Union during World War II. The Airfield was originally Historic Landmark’s significance. The required protocol for public input on a project through consultation with established as a cold weather testing facility for military is referred to as Section 106 of the National Historic federal, state, and local entities. Given the importance equipment and aircraft, but took on added importance Preservation Act of 1966. In a nutshell, Section 106 of Ladd Field National Historic Landmark in history, with the outbreak of hostilities in the Pacific Theater. requires that any project using federal funds be reviewed the Section 106 review is a chance for the US Army Beginning in 1942, when Japan invaded the Aleutians, for potential impacts to the historic built environment. to review the actions it undertakes to best preserve the Ladd Army Airfield operated as a repair depot for all The Section 106 review process forces agencies to history of such a historic site while also allowing for aircraft operating in the defense of Alaskan territory. assume responsibility for project consequences the continued function of Fort Wainwright as an active During the second half of 1942, Ladd Army Airfield To comply with Section 106, an agency must military installation.

B.O.S.S. LIFE SKILLS: ages 13 to 17. Registration required VEHICLE MAINTENANCE through Parent Central Services, call June 26, 1 to 5 p.m., at the Automotive 353-7713. Skills Center A 2-part series on maintaining a working automobile all PERFORMING PERIODIC year round in Alaska’s harsh climate. MAINTENANCE AND TUNE-UPS (Part 2): June 27, 1 to 5 p.m., The TEEN BABYSITTER second part of the series will focus on CERTIFICATION understanding the basic components June 27-30, Noon to 6 p.m., at the of an engine, checking fluid levels Youth Center, join us for a babysitting and tire pressure, rotating tires, certification class and become a understanding the vehicle electrical certified babysitter. Learn what it takes system, battery maintenance, engine to care for a child, respond to basic oil and filter replacement, air and fuel emergency situations, and babysitting filters replacement, and checking etiquette. This course includes CPR and replacing spark plugs and wires. and First Aid certification. For youth Registration required, call 353-7648.