NMCB 40 Seabee Receives Purple Heart
www.thelighthousenews.com Vol. 12, No. 10 | Thursday, May 17, 2012 WHAT’S INSIDE NMCB 40 Seabee receives Purple Heart
By Chief Builder Eric Chamberlin Construction Mechanic Constructionman A teenage boy approached the patrol and NMCB 40 Nicholas Morton of Eastview, Ky., had been detonated an improvised explosive device A Seabee assigned to Naval Mobile Con- in Afghanistan for only a few weeks when he (IED) that he was wearing as a vest. Morton struction Battalion (NMCB) 40 serving in and his team were attacked while returning and three other service members, including Afghanistan as an Individual Augmentee from a routine foot patrol in a village a short their medic, were seriously wounded in the (IA) has received the Purple Heart medal. distance from their base. SEE PURPLE, PAGE 29
Elias Banales checks out a High Speed Maneuvering Surface Target WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE Warfield on display at the May 8 Military, Business and Community Expo in Camarillo. Page 18. renovation hits snag Gym won’t reopen until late autumn
By Andrea Howry Lighthouse Warfield Gym at Naval Base Ventura County (NBVC), Port Wounded Warrior cyclists, Hueneme, won’t reopen until at photographed here by Lt. Mike least October or November, two Fallon of the U.S. Navy, compete in the 2012 Warrior Games earlier this to three months later than origi- month in Colorado Springs. Page 4. nally expected, base officials have announced. “This is our top priority, and we are aggressively working courses of action to minimize the impact,” said Lt. Cmdr. Scott PHOTO BY MCC MICHAEL WATKINS / NMCB 40 Beyer of the Public Works De- IS3 Ryan Roe and Seabees assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 40 stay on the lookout during partment. a weeklong training in April at the Jungle Warfare Training Center in Japan. Story, photos, Pages 20-21. SEE WARFIELD, PAGE 22 May 19 Mud Run will have more competitors, more hills
Brook Vega gets a makeover from By Andrea Howry about more: ment Operator 2nd Class Greg the water will be warmer, even if Melodie Mendoza during the May 3 Lighthouse More mud, more competitors Moseley of the Naval Construc- the weather isn’t.” Military Spouse Appreciation Event When it comes to this year’s and, organizers are hoping, more tion Training Center (NCTC), Pre-registration for the Morale, put on by the Fleet & Family Support Mud Run, set for Saturday, May heat. which creates the course every Welfare and Recreation event Center at Naval Base Ventura 19, at Naval Base Ventura Coun- “The last couple of years have year. “We’ve already got water in closed more than two weeks ago County, Port Hueneme. Page 24. ty (NBVC), Port Hueneme, it’s all been awfully cold,” said Equip- the pits, so we’re hoping at least SEE MUD RUN, PAGE 30 ws .com
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. TheLighthouseNe the last day of competition at the one in shooting, three in swimming volleyball matches to the British 2012 Warrior Games to close out and six in track and field. Armed Forces and the Army,” www with a total medal count of 31, ex- The Warrior Games culminated Sasek wrote in a dispatch from the ceeding the 27 won during the 2011 with the closing ceremonies the games. “The families and friends games. evening of May 5, with the Vice of Team Navy/Coast Guard have The Warrior Games, hosted by Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of been incredibly supportive.” the U.S. Olympic Committee’s Staff, Adm. James Winnefeld Jr., He said that in the match against paralympics military program, pro- addressing the crowd. He acknowl- the British, “We were down by 10 vides an opportunity for wounded, edged the critical role of family and points, and the crowd rose to its feet ill and injured service members to support networks in rehabilitating cheering the team on. With 10 un- participate in competitive sports PHOTO BY MC2 DAVID DANALS / U.S. NAVY the warriors and celebrating the answered points they clawed their against members of other branch- Members of the Navy/Coast Guard team cheer on their athletes during conclusion of an inspiring and ex- way back into the game. The com- es of service. the swimming events May 5, the last day of competition at the 2012 citing 2012 Warrior Games. petition in the game was fierce. We Naval Base Ventura County has Warrior Games. The swimming events proved to be the team’s strongest Capt. David Sasek, chief staff had at least one chance to win when served as the training site for the 35 suit, resulting in 11 gold medals. officer of Naval Base Ventura we were serving with the score 28- members of Team Navy/Coast County, attended the opening cer- 27, and despite our team’s efforts Guard since December 2010. ceremonies May 5 and spoke being here is that the loudest cheers emonies and first few days of com- we came up a little short, losing 28- Vice Chief of Naval Operations proudly of the athletes. come not from those with the most petition. 30. It was an incredible show of (VCNO) Adm. Mark Ferguson “What a great inspiration,” Fer- medals, but more often for those He was there the day the Navy character.” awarded the medals at the closing guson said. “What I like most about with the biggest struggles.” competitor refused to give up the — With staff reports Lighthouse
The Flat tire doesn’t stop him
‘I didn’t give up,’ a 2007 stroke. With his son serving as inspira- says cyclist who tion, Castaneda continued pedal- ing over the more than 10 remain- had a blowout on ing miles. Even when the strength the first turn in his one strong leg was exhaust- ed, he willed himself to fight up By Lt. Michael Fallon and and down the hills of the MC1 Katherine Hofman course. CNP Public Affairs Several times race officials COLORADO SPRINGS, asked if he wanted to stop and Colo. (NNS) — One of the most offered to give him a ride to the dramatic moments of the 2012 finish, but he would not quit. As Warrior Games occurred on May the other cyclists passed, they 1, the first day of competition, provided encouragement. when a member of Team Navy/ “I was hearing the Marines say Coast Guard blew out one of his ‘Don’t quit,’ and the Air Force tires in the first turn of the men’s guys were saying ‘Don’t stop.’ It 20-km recumbent cycling race. gave me energy,” said Castaneda, PHOTO BY MC1 KATHERINE HOFMAN / U.S. NAVY Retired Boatswain’s Mate 1st who lives in San Antonio. Com- Surrounded by other members of Team Navy/Coast Guard, and cheered on by hundreds of spectators, retired Class Jim Castaneda, no strang- ing down the final stretch was BM1 Jim Castaneda struggles to cross the finish line after refusing to quit even though he blew out a tire on 2012 er to overcoming obstacles, chose “like coming into a sea of ships the first turn of the 20-km race. Officials asked him several times if he wanted to stop, but he refused.
17, to not let the failure of the bi- of Navy and Coast Guard. It
y cycle overcome his determination boosted my energy, hearing the staff, Castaneda pushed through Lt. David Noriega. “He never ples of teamwork and courage
Ma to finish. voices telling me not to stop. I felt the finish line to the applause of gives up; he represents the spirit around him. y, “I kept thinking about my son, their energy. It was exhilarat- the hundreds of spectators. of Navy Safe Harbor.” “Everybody here is a hero, I
sda and I wanted to show him to keep ing.” “Castaneda has always been While many found inspiration didn’t give up,” said Castaneda. trying,” said Castaneda, who has Surrounded by cheering team- the spirit of the team, said Navy from Castaneda’s race, he is quick “I’m just like everybody here. I Thur limited mobility in one leg due to mates and Navy Safe Harbor Safe Harbor Operations Officer to acknowledge the other exam- have my one minute of glory.” 4 www
Reading programs can help counteract ‘summer slide’ . TheLighthouseNe The last day of school is near. Summer allow children to see reading not as a NBVC Child and plans are under way. school assignment, but an opportunity to Vacations, beach trips and barbecues experience and learn about wonderful new Youth Programs with friends make for wonderful ways to adventures. spend summer vacation. However, fun and If students suffer learning loss during
will host a reading ws .com sun doesn’t need to mean that learning School the summer, it is important to know what ceases. they will gain from a reading program. program this summer. According to Johns Hopkins Univer- connection The School Library Journal reports, sity, students suffer learning loss during “About 33 percent of summer reading the summer months — a syndrome known with Monica participants were more likely to read above as “the summer slide.” A typical student James grade level, compared to about 18 percent will lose about one month of learning, of non-participants.” prizes and be able to download e-books with disadvantaged or struggling students Secretary of Education Arne Duncan, for free. For more information and to find losing even more. has noted, “A key step toward stopping a location, visit www.vencolibrary.org. To ensure your student is prepared to the summer slide is the development and NBVC Child and Yo uth Programs return to school, a summer reading pro- ing children to log reading hours and the launch of high-quality programs that take (CYP) will also host a reading program gram can act as a bridge between school number of pages and books read, these advantage of time outside the school day this summer encouraging children to read years. High school students in honors and programs keep children interested in learn- and year to help children learn, grow and while they’re out of school. Weekly logs Advanced Placement (AP) classes may not ing. Participants check in regularly and develop.” can be turned in for prizes. For more in- have an option. Summer reading is typi- earn incentives for their reading accom- Ventura County libraries are kicking off formation, parents can call one of the cally assigned, with an assignment due the plishments. A library setting also gives their summer reading programs in June. CYP centers at Port Hueneme or Point first day of class. However, all other stu- children access to a wide selection of read- With a kickoff event scheduled at each Mugu. dents will also benefit by taking advantage ing choices. library, reading logs and incentives to read, The of the summer months, free from full-time An enthusiastic approach to reading will children will be encouraged to read as — To learn about other summer learning school, and logging some reading hours. encourage a life-long love of reading. Pub- many books this summer as possible. opportunities in the Ventura County area, or Lighthouse In addition to programs possibly offered lic libraries often have story hours, litera- “Dream Big, Read” is geared toward for any K-12 school-related questions, please by your child’s schools, local libraries of- cy activities, arts and crafts and special younger kids, and “Own the Night” is contact the NBVC school liaison officer at fer summer reading programs. Encourag- events. Participating in these offerings will geared toward teens. Teens will also earn 989-5211 or email [email protected]. Thur sda y, Ma y First use must be by 9/30/12. Pass must be activated on day of first visit. Pass is valid for 12 months from date of activation. Please present your ticket at the Universal Studios Hollywood Annual Pass Center to receive your 12-Month Value Pass. Black-out dates and restrictions apply.There are no black-out dates for the first visit. ID and 17, finger scan required for Park entry. Cannot be combined with anyother offers, special events, pre-sold tickets, Halloween Horror Nights or discounted tickets, including
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Brodsky relieves Crump as VAW-112 commanding officer . TheLighthouseNe Squadron flew naval the assistant secretary of defense for net- works and information integration, served aviation’s last combat as the event’s guest speaker. During Crump’s tenure, the Golden sortie over Iraq in 2011 Hawks completed a nine-month work-up cycle prior to embarking on a seven-month ws .com By Lt. j.g. James Foss combat deployment aboard USS John C. VAW-112 Stennis (CVN 74). During their deploy- Cmdr. Aaron G. Brodsky relieved Cmdr. ment, VAW-112 provided essential support Paul A. Crump as commanding officer of to coalition efforts in both Iraq and Af- the Carrier Airborne Early Warning ghanistan and contributed to maritime Squadron (VAW) 112 “Golden Hawks” security missions over the Pacific and In- in an April 19 ceremony in the squadron’s dian oceans and Persian Gulf. hangar on Naval Base Ventura County VAW-112 flew naval aviation’s last com- (NBVC), Point Mugu. bat sortie over Iraq Dec. 18, 2011. In attendance were Rear Adm. Charles Brodsky is the 35th commanding officer M. Gaouette, commander, Carrier Strike of the Golden Hawks. He hails from Lew- Group 3, and Capt. Dell Bull, command- isville, Texas, and joined the Navy in 1993 er, Carrier Air Wing 9. after receiving his commission from the Also in attendance were Capt. Larry U.S. Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Vasquez, commanding officer of NBVC; Point, N.Y. After earning his wings, Brod- Capt. Todd Watkins, deputy commodore, sky served with VAW-117, COMAEW- Airborne Command Control and Logis- WINGPAC, VAW-113 and VAW-115, The tics Wing; and Capt. Stuart Baker, depu- where he served with forward deployed Lighthouse ty commander, Carrier Air Wing 9. naval forces in Atsugi, Japan. After a tour PHOTO BY LT. J.G. JAMES FOSS / VAW-112 Capt. Chris Bolt, former commanding at the U.S. Special Operations Command, As executive officer, Cmdr. Aaron Brodsky reads the Orders of Detachment, which relieve officer for both Crump and Brodsky, and he reported as executive officer of VAW- Cmdr. Paul Crump of command and appoint Brodsky as the new commanding officer. currently the senior military assistant to 112 in December 2010. Looking on are, from left, Capt. Dell Bull, commander, Carrier Air Wing 9, and Crump.
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