February 23, 2017 Volume 27, Issue 7 https://cnic.navy.mil/regions/cnreurafswa/installations/ns_rota.html U.S. Naval Activities Spain NMCB 1 Relieves NMCB 11 Aboard NAVSTA Rota MC3 M. Jang NAVSTA Rota Public Affairs
Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 1 assumed charge of the Seabee’s Europe and Africa Naval Construction Force missions from NMCB 11 during a transfer of authority ceremony at Camp Mitchell, Naval Station Rota’s Seabee camp Feb. 20. Rear Adm. Louis V. Cariello, director of Energy and Environmental Readiness Seabees assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Division, spoke to the Battalion (NMCB) 1, remove NMCB 11’s insignia battalions before presiding to reveal the oncoming battalion’s marker during over the transfer of authority. a transfer of authority ceremony Feb. 20, 2017. “It is an absolute pleasure NMCB 1 relieved NMCB 11 after a six-month for me to be here today,” said deployment aboard Naval Station Rota to take Cariello. “It is great to be back charge of the Seabee’s Europe and Africa Naval with our Navy’s expeditionary Construction Force missions. force. An expeditionary Photos by MC3 M. Jang As NMCB 11 returns to its homeport in force that represents, quite Rear Adm. Louis V. Cariello, left, director of Energy and Environmental Readiness Division , and Cmdr. Lance Gulfport, Miss. the oncoming battalion will honestly, a bridge between Flood, right, commander of Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 1, exchange salutes during a transfer of continue the projects that have begun and our blue-water Navy and our authority ceremony Feb. 20, 2017. NMCB 1 relieved NMCB 11 after a six-month deployment aboard Naval Station achieve the Seabee mission by supporting forces ashore; critical to our Rota to take charge of the Seabee’s Europe and Africa Naval Construction Force missions. the base. operations around the globe. It is one Just as a ship performs lines of operation thing to be a really good battalion and that provide a capability, Navy Region EURAFSWA bases perform the same eight lines to be able to execute effectively. It is of operation to provide capability to the fleet, joint and allied forces. These eight lines of another thing to achieve a standard operation are: air operations, port operations, safety, security housing MWR, Fleet and of excellence that makes you a great Family Services and what is called the core: the fuels, water and power that keep the battalion.” bases running. Through our lines of operation,our installations are force multipliers that Cariello went on to thank NMCB 11 maximize combat capability of operational units. for a great deployment for the past six months and welcoming NMCB 1, who will be taking over. Cmdr. Jim Brown, the commanding officer of NMCB 11, expressed confidence in the battalions before he exchanged salutes to signify the transfer of authority. “My command philosophy is pretty simple: be ready, be willing and be able,” said Brown. “And my quote is a William Faulkner quote: ‘do not be comfortable than your predecessors or your contemporaries; be better than yourselves.’ We’ve done a phenomenal turnover. Past battalions used to conflict and compete. We don’t do that anymore. We are one team, one fight. We are just trying to be better than ourselves.” Brown then exchanged salutes with Cmdr. Lance Flood, the commander of Seabees assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 11, stand at parade rest during Command Master Chief Todd Poage, NMCB 11’s NMCB 1, in the presence of Cariello to a transfer of authority ceremony Feb. 20, 2017. NMCB 1 relieved NMCB 11 after a six-month senior enlisted leader, lowers the battalion colors signify the official transfer of authority. deployment aboard Naval Station Rota to take charge of the Seabee’s Europe and Africa Naval during a transfer of authority Feb. 20. Construction Force missions. WHATS INSIDE NAVSTA Rota A Long DGF Holds Celebrates Weekend Chess Black History in Lisbon, Tournament Portugal Page 7 Page 12 Page 18 2 February 23 , 2017 | The Coastline Defining Team Rota “Team Rota.” If provided by the awesome men and women of Personnel Commander you’ve been aboard Services Detachment. We couldn’t focus on our mission as U.S. Naval Activities, Spain AIR FORCE Capt. Michael MacNicholl Naval Station Rota more well as we do without their support in replacing expiring ID Chief of Staff Officer CORNER than a week, you’ve cards or booking seats on the rotator for an upcoming PCS, U.S. Naval Activities, Spain probably heard this term among other things. Another example of Team Rota in action Cmdr. Neil Hoffman used a time or two. If came last year when the base chapel designated one of its Public Affairs Officer Lt. j.g. Jack Georges you’ve been aboard chaplains to provide dedicated, ongoing support to the men [email protected] Naval Station Rota and women of the 725 AMS. As a result, “our” chaps has a 956-82-1680 going on four years, standing invitation to visit our squadron as he wishes, join Deputy Public Affairs Officer you’ve probably heard us in our commander’s calls, squadron outings, or anywhere MC1 (SW) Brian Dietrick [email protected] it more times than you else he likes. Perhaps one of the coolest, and certainly most 956-82-2813 can count. Well, I’ve unique things Air Force folks benefit from is being stationed Editor/Writer been assigned to Naval in Rota, are the opportunities given to us by organizations Krysta Murray [email protected] Station Rota since May like the Chief Petty Officers Association and another sister 956-82-1021 2013, so I’m one of service partner, the Marines of CTF-68. In my time here,
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Veterinary Corner • Bowl for food and water that attaches to door of kennel • Dry food (7-day supply) and water (2-day supply) Naval Station Rota Veterinary Contact information for person • Leash Treatment Facility Office Hours: Stateside is listed • Collar with rabies tag Open Monday through Friday Information is current • Muzzle (if needed) from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed Federal All pets have been examined by a • Medications (to include flea/tick/heartworm preventatives) Holidays. veterinarian within the past year • List of emergency contact numbers If seen off-base, records provided to • (for cats) Litter pan, scoop, litter (7-day supply) What’s New? the Rota VTF • Think first! Have a plan! Thank you to all who participated in All pets current on vaccinations (must Contact our Love Your Pet Week promotions! be performed annually) Naval Station Rota Veterinary Treatment Facility We performed many feline and canine If given off-base, records provided Bldg 1863 (next to the NEX gas station) pedicures and cleaned many bottoms! to Rota VTF DSN: 727-3149 Commercial: 956-82-3149 A special thank you to the businesses EU passport is current and organizations that came out to There is a written family disaster plan support our special event- Rota Animal that includes an evacuation folder with Welfare League, Rota Dawg Tags, and all necessary documentation for the pets NAVSTA Rota Security Department, There is a written family disaster plan MWD Division! that includes an evacuation folder with Keep an eye out on Veterinary all necessary documentation for the pets Corner to see how you and your furry Pet evacuation procedures have friends can help raise awareness, stay been discussed with the veterinarian healthy, and stay safe! and owners understand the procedures to follow in the event of an emergency Did you know? evacuation The Iberian Peninsula is considered There are front and profile pictures by experts as an area of high risk for of each pet in their records tsunamis. Would you be ready? It Arrangements have been made for is an owner’s responsibility to have temporary housing for pets (ie friends their pets prepared in the event of an that live in different housing areas) Energy Tip of the Week emergency evacuation. Read through The following items are available and the following checklist and ensure that easily accessible at all times: "LED" stands for "light-emitting diode". LED bulbs each of your pets is ready to travel at a • Airline approved kennel/ use less than 1/4 the energy and can last 25 times minute’s notice. carrier for each pet, labeled longer than incandescent bulbs. Remember, turn off All pets have a 15-digit microchip with sponsor’s information, pet unnecessary lighting. When buying bulbs, look for an All pets are registered with Rota name, microchip number, pet LED bulb with wattage that is no more than one-quarter Veterinary Treatment Facility (VTF) age, weight, color, gender, and of te incandescent you're replacing Microchips registered in RAIA current medications 4 February 23 , 2017 | The Coastline This Week in Naval History with Lt. Cmdr. Hugo Schmidt and Lt. Rogers Ransehounsen, crash to their deaths in a Loening Amphibian, a two- seat amphibious biplane, on a night flight from Norfolk, Virginia to Annapolis, Maryland.
1973 First airborne mine sweep in a live minefield Contact Your Ombudsman / Key Spouse takes place in Photo by SSgt. Louis R. Lowery, USMC the Haiphong, Raising the First Flag on Iwo Jima, is the most widely Vietnam ship circulated photograph of the first flag flown on Mt. channel by Suribachi (after the flag raising). helicopters from Helicopter Mine Feb. 23 Countermeasures Squadron 1795 Twelve on board USS New The U.S. Navy Office Orleans (LPH 11). of Purveyor of Supplies is established. Feb. 28 1893 1919 The first true U.S. Navy The first ship named for an battleship, USS Indiana (BB enlisted man, USS Osmond 1), launches. Ingram (DD 255), is launched.
March 1 1945 1953 Four days after landing During the Korean War, on Iwo Jima, an invasion USS Valley Forge (CVA 45) where uncommon valor was aircraft raid the No.1 power a common virtue, the United plant at Chosen, Korea and States flag is raised on Mt. heavily damage the strongly Suribachi. defended industrial site. Feb. 26 1991 1944 Following USS Missouri’s Sue Sophia Dauser, (BB 63) bombardment Superintendent of the Navy's of Faylaka Island during Nurse Corps, is the first woman Operation Desert Storm, in the Navy to receive rank of hundreds of Iraqi soldiers captain. wave white flags and surrender to the battleship’s Remotely Feb. 27 Piloted Vehicle (RPV) flying 1928 overhead. Cmdr. Theodore G. Ellyson, the Navy's first aviator, along The Coastline | February 23, 2017 5 6 February 23 , 2017 | The Coastline Navy Announces Creation of New Personnel Web Portal From Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs Those individuals identified as beta testers will be notified by email. Sailors should see continued improvement with each software update to My Navy Portal, expected The Navy announced Friday that it is beginning a beta test of a new web portal quarterly. Upon completion of the beta test, My Navy Portal will be launched Fleet designed to aggregate several personnel, training and education websites into one wide and be available to Sailors as the central on-line location for their personnel location. information. Today, the content and applications Sailors need to access their personnel Sailors can access My Navy Portal's public homepage by viewing https://my.navy. information is spread across multiple websites. Over time, that capability will be mil. From there, individuals can securely log into the website and view their personnel integrated into My Navy Portal. information using their CAC. Sailors experiencing difficulty logging on should email My Navy Portal is intended to become the central on-line location for Sailors to the My Navy Portal help desk at [email protected] for assistance. access all of their personnel information. Additional capabilities and functions will be Additionally, with the launch of MNP, Navy Knowledge On-line (NKO) has been added in phases before becoming fully operational. tentatively scheduled for retirement after the Spring Navy Wide Advancement Exam "Sailors have been asking for a platform that allows them to access their personnel information in one location," said Chief of Naval Personnel, Vice Adm. Robert Burke. "While there is still much work to be done on My Navy Portal, this is the first step in providing a consolidated one-stop shop for Sailors' personnel information. Our Sailors deserve a modern personnel system and we are committed to giving it to them." The initial release of My Navy Portal will allow Sailors to access their Physical Readiness Information Management System (PRIMS) data and Official Military Personnel File (OMPF). Additionally, Sailors will be able to view Navy Knowledge Online (NKO) content, the Navy Advancement Center, Navy Schools and Learning Centers, Personnel Qualification Standards, and General Photo by MC2 Lorenzo John Burleson Military Training. My Navy Portal will My Navy Portal is a single self-service portal that consolidates personnel training and education websites into one location for Sailors to access their also provide links to Career Management information. The portal is intended to become the central online location for Sailors to access all of their personnel information. System-Interactive Detailing, Sailors' Electronic Training jackets, their Joint Cycle is complete. The NKO data will be incorporated into MNP. Services Transcript, Navy eLearning, Navy Credentialing Opportunities Online The Navy is seeking Sailors' feedback and recommendations on how to improve (COOL), Navy Standard Integrated Personnel System (Electronic Service Record the portal, especially during the beta test. Fleet users who are not designated beta and eLeave), Pay/Personnel Standard Operating Procedures, U.S. Navy Awards testers are strongly encouraged to provide comments and recommendations for the (NDAWS), and more. improvement of the portal's capability using the site's feedback option located at the The beta release of My Navy Portal will serve as a field test for how to improve its bottom right of every My Navy Portal page. functionality and capability. There are currently known challenges for platforms with More information about the portal can be found on the My Navy Portal Help tab, limited, low, or intermittent bandwidth/connectivity, and we are working to develop a and on the Navy Personnel Command Career Toolbox website at: http://www.public. solution that will be more responsive in shipboard environments. navy.mil/bupers-npc/career/toolbox/Pages/My-Navy-Portal.aspx
DGF Dental Screenings Coming In recognition of Children's Dental Health Month, dental providers from the U.S. Naval Hospital Rota will be coming to David Glasgow Elementary School to perform FREE dental screenings. They will be here Feb. 27 through March 3 and Tuesday, March 7. Your student's class will have a 30-minute time slot between 8:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. on one of the days. Your child's teacher will let you know the time. Your child will not be screened without a signed permission form, but all students will be able to participate in the short program that the dental clinic staff will provide during the class screening time. Students may also choose to participate in the Dental Health Month Poster Contest. March 7, 2017 is Dentist Day, so I hope you will encourage your student to participate in the poster contest as a way to show appreciation to our dental providers. The Coastline | February 23, 2017 7 Diversity Committees Celebrate Black History Month By HM2 Jay Cherluck the words of wisdom and inspiring stories NAVSTA Rota Diversity Committee of Turner’s impressive military and civilian career. After his speech, Turner sat down Naval Station Rota and Naval Hospital with service members to share about his Rota’s Diversity Committees teamed up life while enjoying a delicious meal. A to celebrate Black History month in the great buffet of soul food and other dishes Hospital’s courtyard aboard Naval Station inspired by African American and Black Rota, Feb. 15. culture was donated by several personnel This event celebrated the rich history of and organizations on base. African Americans, not only in society, but “Today's Diversity event was in the military as well. The event began with outstanding! By combining efforts, the a reading of the President’s Proclamation Naval Station and hospital diversity followed by a speech by retired Air Force committees knocked it out of the park!” Capt. James F. A. Turner. said Naval Station Rota Command Turner is known as the “father” of Military Master Chief Michelle Brooks. “The Civil Rights Education and he established program was professional, organized and the first Military Human Relations Council in inspirational. I was very proud of them. 1968. He initiated and taught the first race The food was amazing, as well.” relations and equal opportunity classes in The Naval Station Rota Diversity the Air Force which would pave the way Photo by HM2 Jay Cherluck Committee is designed to positively for today’s Command Management Equal Retired Air Force Capt. James F. A. Turner speaks to guests during the Black History Month Diversity influence the command’s climate and Opportunity or CMEO. Event held at the Naval Station Rota Hospotal courtyard Feb. 15. promote inclusion among all staff “The U.S. military is the first and only members through resources and tools successful racial, ethical and gender that promote diversity and Science, integrated major establishment in the free world,” said Turner. Technology, Education, Mathematics and Medicine (STEMM), enabling leadership Service members from all over Naval Station Rota attended the event to listen to and mentoring development. 8 February 23 , 2017 | The Coastline
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Besides I always try to hotmail.com Saturday from 10:00 to 14:00 in the treat my clients with respect and to listen Oil painting workshop: Wednesdays Plaza by the castle. to what they are looking for, their needs, from 18:00 to 20:00 and Fridays from Train Ride through the Park : Los Toru- and most important, what they absolutely 11:00 to 13:00. ños in Valdelagrana, starting 15 January: don’t want at all. It still happens that Botanical Garden “Celestino Mutis”: Sundays from 12:00 to 19:00 2€. clients bring a King bed and are shown From Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to Metropolitan Park Los Toruños Various homes with small bedrooms. 2pm and from 4pm to 6:30pm. Closed activities: bike tours, train tours, nature The agency keeps a well-organized on Mondays. photography, kayaking & more. 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Fresh Water Wash Down CHAPLINES Recently USS Donald Cook (DDG to an insight that I want to share with all of you: A fresh water wash-down is an 75) transited the Straits of Gibraltar incredible spiritual experience waiting to be enjoyed. during its 2016/2017 Patrol. The As a chaplain and person of faith I am fascinated by the diversity of religious experience was intense and, even expressions and spiritual practices. Common to nearly every faith group is the under the best of circumstances, such act of ritual washing. In some form or another nearly every religion recognizes the a passage is memorable. However, power of water as a vehicle of spiritual cleansing. Jews, Christians and Muslims our recent transit was filled with high incorporate washing with water as a personal act of piety and corporate renewal. winds, heavy rains and a greeting from In like manner, Eastern religions such as Hinduism and Buddhism celebrate the Atlantic Ocean that was less than specific festivals and rituals that highlight the power of water to cleanse the hospitable. As the passage came to a spirit and to bring about new life. In a sense, most of the world’s great religions completion, I thought to myself; “well, have enshrined the practice of a “fresh water wash-down” both for encountering at least we got a fresh water wash God and as a means for the removal of the sludge of life. Our life-choices can down courtesy of Mother Nature”. leave behind a residue on our hearts and minds that are less than desirable and, Chaplain Phillip Webster The following morning at Khaki whatever you wish to call it, this accumulated gunk has a way of obscuring our Visiting Chaplain - USS Call, it was announced that all hands true beauty as beloved children of God. And although the language used and the Donald Cook (DDG 75) needed to support the fresh water actions may differ, what is common across most faith groups is the recognition wash-down scheduled for later that that such cleansing does not happen by accident. New and renewed life comes morning. I quietly wondered to myself, “why do we need to get out there and about due to the gift of God, the real and symbolic power of water, and as the scrub the salt off the ship after the storm we had last night?” I am not too self- result of our intentional cooperation with the Divine. righteous to admit that I had a private grumble session right then and there. As I reflect on the past few months during our patrol, and the sights and sounds So later that morning, as the crew gathered topside with its “green-weenies” and experiences I have enjoyed with my crew, near the top of the list is the fresh and other cleaning gear, I decided to get over myself and join in on the fun. water wash-down. In this common chore I was reminded that everything in life The music was playing loudly and it was hard not to get carried away by the can be a spiritual act – including scrubbing the salt and grime off a destroyer. energy of the moment. Soon I found myself alongside my shipmates, scrubbing I was also reminded that the beauty of our lives, like the cleanliness of our away weeks of gathered gunk in a flurry of activity. As the morning progressed, ship, sometimes requires thoughtful and intentional effort on our part if it is to the storm clouds parted and the sun began to shine and my spirits rose. It was be fully revealed. And so, I am so thankful that I had the opportunity to roll up good to enjoy some of the simple pleasures of life – fresh air, warm sunshine my sleeves, to get elbows-deep in the act of cleansing our island home, and and taking pride in making our ship look great. And as my scrub brush splashed to experience a renewed appreciation for the power of water to make all things brackish water onto the deck amidst the hustle and bustle of the moment, I came bright and beautiful.
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CCD classes are held 8:45 to 9:45 a.m. prior to 10 a.m. mass on Sundays at Naval Station Rota Chapel. Catholic Religious Education classes are offered for children in age groups of elementary through high school. The courses of instruction include Preparation for First Penance, First Holy Communion and Confirmation. Additionally, classes are available for post-confirmation high school- aged students. Registration forms are available at the chapel or immediately following Sunday mass. The Coastline | February 23, 2017 11 Team Rota in the Spotlight MA2 Shawnee Bush MC3 M. Jang "I think I push through because I NAVSTA Rota don’t want to disappoint people. It’s Public Affairs my job: If I’m not putting out the work then who’s going to do that work?” Master-at- Bush said she’s appreciated her Arms 2nd Class time serving in the Navy, which has Shawnee Bush, helped her open up and become an antiterrorism more confident. One of the reasons specialist she joined the Navy was to travel assigned to the the world and she has had that Naval Station Rota Security Department. opportunity in Spain. Whenever there are events with large amounts of attendees, She spends the majority of her Bush creates informative briefs for the installation triad to free time with her one-year-old provide details about the event and the area where they are daughter. to be held. Her other responsibilities include creating access Having completed her associate’s badges, taking fingerprints and managing random antiterrorism in criminal justice and applied measures (RAM). technology, Bush is working on her “I make the RAMs for the base,” said Bush. “If you go out bachelor’s degree in sociology. the base and the MA’s do vehicle inspections or the lights are The Nacogdoches, Texas native flashing, it’s because of me. Each month I have to make RAMs; has a little less than a year left in measures that they have to do throughout the day.” Photo by MC3 M. Jang Rota and is preparing to move back Bush’s assignments require a lot of time behind a desk handling a great deal home after the Navy to finish her master’s degree in sociology and spend time of information yet she pushes through long hours to complete her job. with her family. 12 February 23 , 2017 | The Coastline Spending A Long Weekend in Lisbon, Portugal By Krysta Murray NAVSTA Rota Public Affairs
Lisbon has always been on my list of European cities to visit because of its appealing and unique nature. Also, the city where I’m from happens to be named Lisbon, having taken its name from the Portuguese city, so that is also why it was of interest despite the little they actually have in common. Referred to as the San Francisco of Europe, Lisbon (the one in Portugal) is a hilly, seaside city interspersed with trolleys and cafes; it even has a famous suspension bridge and frequent fog like its American counterpart.
Photos by Krysta Murray The 25th of April Bridge was originally named after Lisbon's dictoral ruler, Salazar, but was renamed after the Carnation Revolution that occurred in 1974, bringing an end to the authoritarian regime. It is the twin to San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge and opened in 1966. At 7,473 feet long, it connects the Alcantara district to the Almada suburb across the the River Tagus. Across the river is the Christ the King Monument, inspired by the Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, overlooking the city of Lisbon.
The history and architecture of this beautiful city dates back to the Roman and Moorish occupations that first established the city. Originally named Lisboa, which comes from the Phoenician translation for “calm port,” this city was anything but on Nov. 1, 1755 when an underwater earthquake rattled much of Europe and leveled two-thirds of Lisbon. The coastline was then pummeled Built in the 16th century, the Belém Tower is a fortress built on the Tagus River at the starting point of by a tsunami caused by the Earthquake’s tremors followed by fires that were many voyages Portuguese explorers made during the Age of Discoveries. caused by candles left burning during church services as it was the holiday, All Saints Day. The Lisbon of today is now a mix of rebuilt downtown and old tour guide provided a background look at all of the major sights as we passed world charm, which can be seen in the Belém, Alfama and Barrio Alta districts. by them through the city. This particular tour covered the Great Earthquake and For a very busy three-day weekend, Lisbon is a prime location to venture from the reconstruction of the city following, Barrio Alto and Chiado neighborhoods, Spain. Portugal’s primary airline, TAP, flies direct into the city from the Sevilla Rossio Square, Praca da Figueria, Praca do Comercio and the Santa Justa airport making this hour long flight a breeze. And, since Lisbon is behind an Elevator. By taking a walking tour, we were able to establish the city’s layout, hour, you lose no time at all - arriving at your destination almost as soon as you see the primary points of interest and learn about the history behind the famous left. In a three-day excursion, it is also possible to spend one of those days in statues and square throughout the city. the beautiful city of Sintra, a 40-minute train ride from Lisbon. Just be aware During the next day, we tried to cover the parts of the city that the tour the day that it’s a lot to fit in to a long weekend and can easily be a four-day trip if you before didn’t cover by taking the number 12 trolley to the Alfama neighborhood prefer to take your time. up on the hill to the castle. The trolley runs on a 20-minute loop, but we got off at Upon arrival and settling in, it is best to get the lay of the land before venturing the Gates of the Sun lookout point for fantastic views of the city which overlooked too far. For my troop and I, we arrived early enough to regroup before venturing the river and then walked to the castle walls. For an admission fee you may enter out for the rest of day. To begin our time in the city, my friend and I met up for a but we opted to wander the neighborhood’s winding, tangled streets, multiple free walking tour of Lisbon’s city center. With 3,000 years of history to cover, the places of worship and houses dating back to the Middle Ages. Following these morning explorations of Alfama and a lunch break, we set our sights on Belém, three miles west of the city center. You can opt to take a taxi for 15 euro from downtown Lisbon, or the slower trolley option that takes around 30 to 40 minutes. The trolley to Belém is a more modern, sleeker metro-type. We however hopped the next bus, which was also about a half hour journey. Belém withstood the destruction of the Earthquake and still shows off the grandeur of the golden age of Lisbon which culminated during the Age of the Discovery. This was the send-off and return point for many voyages during this time. The Belém Tower welcomed home Sailors, while protecting the harbor. Climb the 120 steps to the top for spectacular views of the 25th of April Bridge, Tagus River and Cristo Rei statue. The stone white tower is a fine example of Manueline Architecture, the ornate architectural style of Portugal between 1480 and 1580 under rule of King Manuel I, the Fortunate. A second, newer tower was constructed for the 1940 World Expo and then rebuilt in 1960 to honor the 500th anniversary death of Prince Henry the Navigator. The 170-foot concrete structure is named Monument to the Discoveries. In front of the elaborate monument is a marble map that displays the multiple journeys taken from Portugal to the far reaches of the world, discovering new lands and braving unknown seas. Climbing this tower, you’ll get a great aerial view of the Monastery of the Jerónimos. For further education on the Age of Discovery, the Maritime Museum in Belém is a collection of 17,000 items located in the west wing of the Jerónimos Monastery from model ships to replicas of 16th century maps. A view of colorful Lisbon from the Gates of the Sun lookout point. The Jerónimos Monastery is a massive church erected by King Manuel The Coastline | February 23, 2017 13
Praca do Comércio signifies the reconstruction of the city after the Great Earthquake of 1755. The square has become a location of many significant historic events throughout the years and features an equestrian statue of King José I. The impressive Arco da Rua Augusta celebrates the city's swift reconstruction and leads to the pedestrian street of Rua Augusta. that began in 1496 and was completed around 1600. Hieronymite monks occupied the monastery for 400 years until the dissolution of monasteries in 1833 and the building became property of the state. The monastery is primarily of the Manueline style with multiple cloisters, tombs and a freestanding chapel. Those with children will appreciate the Museu as Criancas, a children’s interactive science museum located at the Lisbon Zoo. Belém also has several parks such as Parque das nacoes with riverside walkways, water gardens and playgrounds. While the city is very walkable and fun to visit by foot, those with children will want to take advantage of Lisbon’s many modes of transportation to avoid stairs or steep hills, especially if you have strollers. This also makes it much more fun for the kids as they get to ride elevators, funiculars, trolleys, buses and trains most of which provide excellent views of the city as well. Speaking of hills, in the next segment we hop the train from Rossio Station to Built in honor of Henry the Navigator, the Monument to the Discoveries celebrates the age of exploration, lovely Sintra, a small but sprawling town located in the steep hillside overlooking representing a three-sailed ship ready to set sail. In front of the stone monument is a marble map of the Atlantic north of Lisbon. the world that charts the routes taken by Portuguese explorers.
The Jerónimos Monastery is an impressive monastery classifed as a UNESCO World Heritage Monument, symbolizes Portugal's power and wealth during the Age of Discovery. King Manual I built this in 1502 and monks of the Order of Saint Jerome known as Hieronymites resided here for 400 years, giving spiritual guidance to sailors and praying for the king's soul. The monastery is a prime example of Manueline architecture. The monastery holds the tomb of King Manuel and other Portuguese royalty. 14 February 23 , 2017 | The Coastline PCSing With Pets, What You Need to Know By Naval Station Rota Public Affairs and PSD Rota regarding the appropriate pet policy for the airline you have been booked on. Don’t get confused with overseas policies vs. CONUS policies and even exceptions to policies Permanent Change of Duty Stations (PCS) season is around the corner for many. for military. Common carriers used are American Airlines, Delta and United. Iberia is Traveling with family can become a stressful experience compounded even more when the airline that flies out of Jerez. traveling with pets. In an effort to create a smooth PCS season when traveling with When you submit your travel request, the only portion that you will receive as a a pet, PSD Transfers and Transportation section is committed to educating travelers definite pet confirmation is for the AMC flight. PSD transportation clerks will not do the about the process. leg work of confirming pets on commercial flights; to include the follow on commercial A household pet is defined as a cat or a dog. Emotional support pets are different flight after the AMC reaches Norfolk. PSD will, as a courtesy, notify the airline that you and accommodations are on a case-by-case basis and must be supported with will be traveling with a pet. Pet owners need to make the call to the airline to confirm appropriate medical documentation. if their pet on flight upon of their paid E-ticket. All PCS travelers are mandated to be booked on Air Mobility Command (AMC) flights first, if available. Team Rota is fortunate to have the Patriot Express (PE), which REIMBURSEMENT POLICY travels directly into the Norfolk Naval Base in Virginia every Friday, as other commands Pets are not a reimbursable expense. Additional costs incurred to accommodate such as Portugal and the UK do not. personal convenience travel associated with pets are not reimbursable. PETS ON AMC HAZARDOUS PETS As per AMC policy, there are only 13 spots available for pets on each flight; 10 in AMC does not have a breed restriction, however, commercial flights do. Snub-nosed the aircraft cargo for large pets and three in the cabin (carry-on size). This capacity breeds (both cats and dogs) and dangerous breeds are listed in the appropriate carrier is split between Rota, Naples, Sigonella, Souda Bay and Bahrain families. Only two websites that are specifically listed by breed. Educate yourself on that list if you have pets are allowed per family and all spots are booked on a first-come, first-serve basis any worries about your breed. with PCS orders in hand. Nothing can be booked without PCS orders in hand. When personnel are traveling with pets, PSD Rota books tickets within a 20-day PET SIZE window (from member’s requested transfer date), which covers the next three AMC There are limitations on pet sizes: 100 pounds is the maximum weight allowed on Friday flights. If there is no pet availability on AMC flights between the dates requested, commercial flights and 150 pounds is the maximum weight allowed on AMC flights then travelers are automatically booked to commercial flights. These flights depart out These weight restrictions include both the animal and the cage. of the local regional airport in Jerez to their next duty station, and are based on the orders. An option for family members who want to get on the AMC with a pet includes WEATHER RESTRICTIONS requesting an earlier or later flight than their sponsor in order to avoid getting caught Some airlines have restrictions during the summer and winter months where they in the high-peak PCS season and not making it on with their pet. prohibit pets from traveling due to extreme temperatures. This affects even CONUS All pet fees are paid at the terminal by the traveler and are based on the combined flights in locations such as Philadelphia, New York and Chicago. It is wise to have weight of the pet and the cage. Travelers are responsible for all required vaccinations a back-up plan in the event you are traveling during a restricted timeframe. Some and documentation specific to destination entry requirements (i.e. Japan, Bahrain, restrictions are difficult to predict and are often issued the same day. If you encounter U.S.). YOU WILL BE REMOVED from the AMC flight if, upon check-in, you do not this issue, some options include working with the airline to rebook the flight to an have the proper cage, immunizations and documentation to travel with your pet. early morning or late evening flight, or even for the next day. Keeping in mind costs If PCS travelers opt not to pay pet fees at the terminal, another option they have is associated with ticket changes are responsible by the traveler, and not reimbursable. to have friends remaining in Rota to temporarily adopt their pets until non-peak PCS season. Family members that are leaving earlier or later than their service members OPT TO DRIVE can opt to take pets with them if they are leaving during non-peak PCS season. Only once in CONUS, can travelers opt to drive to their ultimate duty station and
seek reimbursement later, escaping CONUS airline pet issues. Prior planning and PETS ON COMMERCIAL AIRLINES indicating this on the Passenger Reservation Request is important if deciding to drive. If your pet did not make it on an AMC flight, then the entire family, along with the pet, will be traveling on a commercial flight from Jerez Airport to your next duty IF ALL HAS FAILED station, based on orders. When this occurs, there is important information, specific If you did not make the AMC flight because you are traveling with three pets to commercial travel that needs to be considered. that are on the dangerous breed list in the dead of sumer and flying commercially Iberia Airlines is the local carrier out of the small regional airport in Jerez. They utilize is not an option, there are pet shipping services that will ship pets for a fee. These small planes to fly to Madrid and have a ONE pet per flight policy. This automatically services will ship your pet door to door but it is costly. Planning for this scenario is disqualifies travelers with two pets. Due to this situation, travelers with tow pets will what everyone should, financially speaking, strive for. It is a have to make their way to Madrid, at their own expense, to catch the flight out of pleasant surprise if you don’t end up getting Madrid. All of the costs associated with altering movement to accommodate the pet to this. Research all other options available are not reimbursable (mileage to Madrid, hotel in Madrid, etc.) Flights out of Seville to you before shipping with a carrier. have the same plane limitations as Jerez. So remember: have a few plans, stay When in Madrid, the aircraft is larger and accommodating. Before trekking to informed, attend the Smooth Move class offered Madrid because of this situation, it is highly recommended that you research individual by FFSC (offered to personnel transferring), airline requirements such as the location of pet cargo, hours of operation, fees, etc. and save financially in preparation for the PCS The decision to move a traveler from AMC to commercial due to pet limitations are move. It is also helpful to review policies, call final and will not be reverted. This means an increase in workload per passenger for the airline, engage Command Reps (CPPA’s) the personal convenience of pet travel and cannot be supported. for answers and know the limitations and possibilities. COMMERCIAL AIRLINES PET POLICIES PSD Transportation Section is available to brief All of the commercial airline pet policies are out of PSD’s control. Personnel are commands to help educate on smoother PCS issued an airline based on the entitlement on the orders, and accordingly, the itinerary travel. Pets are not the only issue, but are one is booked based on the carrier awarded the contract for that route (cheapest cost to of the most complicated. Knowledge about the the government). It is important to educate yourselves once your itinerary is received; pet transportation process is key! The Coastline | February 23, 2017 15 Be sure to check the Coastline, turn-in to AFN Radio, and “like” our Facebook ROTA NEWS page @ FFSC Rota for more details on the event times and locations for Military continued from page 9 Saves Week 2017!
OU Offers Master of Human Relations Cultural Seminar: Traveling in Spain The University of Oklahoma offers a Master of Human Relations. The Master of Human Feb. 27, 11:30 to 12:30pm Genuine travel information! What better way to plan your personal vacation in Relations program offers emphasis in organizational studies, counseling and the helping the kingdom of Spain. Join our Cultural experts, bring your travel books if you got professions and social change. Face-to-face classes are taught Tuesday through Friday, them and be prepared to truly discover Spain. Call 727- 3232 for more information 6 to 9:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or to sign up. Online classes are also available each semester. The MHR is a non-thesis program which includes four core classes, six electives and one internship experience for a total of 36 semester hours. For more information, call OU at 727-2799 or email at Ombudsman Basic Training (OBT) [email protected]. Feb. 28 to Mar.2, 8:30 to 3:30pm at FFSC Navy Family Ombudsmen are one of the most effective means by which the Navy supports service members and their families! This training is required for as a rogram for ou ERAU H P Y all new Ombudsmen. Those wishing to refresh their skills or simply interested in The Embry Riddle Rota Campus is now holding registration for classes running learning more (e.g. Key Spouses, Command Support Team spouses, Command March 20 through May 21. Do not miss this opportunity and enroll in some POCs) are always welcome. For more information or to register for our workshop, of our local offerings! They include: Financial Accounting, Aviation Relations and please call: 727-3232 or email [email protected]. Introduction to Research Methods. All three classes meet one night a week over eight weeks. Contact our office at x2984 for more details! If local classes do not work around your schedule, you may do online or any of our other modality courses. Deployed SHIP: Support and Help for Infants and We are ready to help! Preschoolers (4 week series) Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) has the graduate, undergraduate Feb. 28, 10 to 11am This group provides support to parents and their infants, toddlers, and preschoolers and certificate programs to help you achieve your academic and career goals. who are experiencing the challenges of deployment. Come learn how young children While in Rota, with Embry-Riddle Worldwide, you can get your education in a way may respond to deployment and ways you can support your child. Share your that works best for you: in the traditional classroom, available at more than 150 experiences and connect with other families who understand. This is an opportunity locations throughout the world; online, from anywhere across the globe; EagleVision for learning and fun for you and your little ones! Classroom-web video conferencing between classrooms; EagleVision Home Web video conferencing from the convenience of your home; and Blended, which allows you to combine learning modes to suit your lifestyle. Visit our website at http:// NMCRS News worldwide.erau.edu or contact your local office at [email protected] to learn about available programs and courses. Please call our office at 727-2984 or email rota@ NMCRS Office hours: Monday through Friday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Office contact information: VPN 727-1614 or Commercial 956-82-1614, erau.edu with any questions. After hours or during holidays Cell 660-984-511, VPN Cell: 18-727-0800
FFSC News Pregnancy and Paperwork March 2 noon to 2 p.m. at the PB-GYN clinic i c r ( m a n d a t o r y – registration is required) Budget for Baby March 8, 11 a.m. to noon at the NMCRS Classroom Feb. 27 to Mar. 2, 8:30 to 3 pm Inter-cultural Relations Course (ICR) is a mandatory four-day course for all newly Labor and Delivery at the OB-GYN Clinic stationed personnel aboard Commander, March 9, noon to 2 p.m. U.S. Naval Activities Spain; uniform of the day is required for all service members and business attire for civilians and NMCRS Thrift Shop Operating Hours: dependents. You will be trained in diplomacy and learn some of the customs, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. traditions, and history of the host country. Participation in the ICR program is critical (First 30 minutes priority shopping to active duty members and their dependents) to the successful and smooth adjustment to living overseas in the Kingdom of Spain. Childcare services will be available during class times. Your ICR Instructor will give you a certificate of attendance of the course. These certificate allows for free MWR Did you know... Vehicle repair loans may be available to you through the Navy-Marine Corps Relief childcare services at the Child Development Center (CDC) hourly care during the Society? Based on need, we offer interest-free loans for essential repairs necessary ICR class, plus an additional 30 minutes (15 minutes before and 15 minutes after for the safe operation of a vehicle when you do not have sufficient resources to repair class) driving time each day of the course. Space reservation at the hourly care the vehicle yourself. You’ll need: should be made one week in advance by contacting the CDC at 727-1100. For Driver’s License further ICR information please contact the FFSC at 727-3232. Registration Insurance ilitary aves eek M S W Viable Spending Plan for Repayment Feb. 27 to Mar. 3 Estimated Cost of Repairs Feb. 27: Save Automatically Repayability Feb. 28: Family Savings Day When you need help, visit the Rota Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society Office, Mar. 1: Save for Retirement email [email protected] or call DSN 727-1614. Mar. 2: Saving at Tax Time & Paying Off High-Interest Debt Mar. 3: Save for Emergencies & Military Life’s Challenges 16 February 23 , 2017 | The Coastline Applying for Government Positions After Retirement From NAVSTA Rota Human Resources Office After You: An Effective Dec. 23, 2016, the provision allowing the Department of Defense (DoD) to appoint retired members of the Armed Forced to appropriated fund or non-appropriated fund civilian positions, within 180-days immediately following retirement was eliminated. Epilogue A retired military member may now only be appointed to a position within After You 180-days immediately following retirement if (1) the appointment is approved by By Jojo Moyes the Secretary of the Navy (or designee); or (2) a special pay rate for the position Viking/2015 has been approved under 5 U.S.C. 5305 i.e. Special Pay 352 pgs. Authority. A Review by Emiley L. Murphy The Department of the Navy (DoN) has created a process and required documentation to request a waiver in order to appoint recently retired members Louisa Clark is no longer sure who of the Armed Forces to Federal civilian positions. she is anymore and grief has replaced a. Waiver requests for positions at GS-07 and below or equivalent, all Federal her colorful world with a version that Wage System positions and all positions paid from non-appropriated funds no one, not even herself, recognizes. shall be submitted to the Command Budget Submitting Office (BSO), Director Unexpectedly the somewhat aimless of Civilian Human Resources (DCHR) for review and approval with no authority existence she once experienced to delegate. returns, having been set in to motion b. Waivers requests for positions at GS-08 and above (or equivalent) and by tragedy. Following the end of positions not covered in the paragraph above shall be submitted via encrypted international bestseller, Me Before You, email from the Command BSO DCHR to the Office of Civilian Human Resources author Jojo Moyes offers a lengthy (OCHR) Staffing, Classification and Compensation Division (Code epilogue in the form of After You, which is being foisted upon her. Although at 011) for review and approval by the Director of Human Resources Policy and answers the age-old question, “what times piteous in her mental ramblings Programs (Code 01). happens next?” and personal choices, there is a heroic c. Waiver requests for executive level positions and Highly Qualified Experts From bizarre accidents to unexpected quality to her persistence and desire to shall be submitted to the Executive Management Program Office (Code 00D) plot twists, Moyes explores the themes move forward with life. for review and approval by the Secretary of the Navy and/or designee. of grief and eventual healing through Moyes writes in a distinct British her flawed, but loveable main character, voice and draws her audience into Louisa Clark. While Louisa struggles to a world of classic British idioms and figure herself out, the author reveals places. Offering a realistic look at such a new maturity and introspection that a sensitive theme, she invites readers was missing in the previous novel. to walk through a tough subject with With a supporting cast of old and new humorous and sympathetic flair. Despite characters, readers will find themselves its quieter storyline, this is a book that laughing and perhaps even crying should be added to the bookshelf of along with Louisa on this journey that anyone who loved its precursor. The Coastline | February 23, 2017 17 18 February 23 , 2017 | The Coastline
DGF Chess Champion Challenges CO 2017 Children’s Dental Health it a quarterly event leading to Month one winner per semester and Poster Contest a grand champion at the end of the year.” Andy Dannels, a ninth- “Choose tap water for a grade student, won the sparkling smile” tournament and went on to face his final opponent, Capt.
MacNicholl. He predicted “a Poster Guidelines: close game,” said Dannels before the friendly match. 1. Free creation drawing based on this year's slogan for the Dannels fell to MacNicholl in campaign “Choose tap water for a sparking smile.” the final match Feb. 17. 2. Drawings should be made on a letter-size 8.5 x 11 paper. Photos by Steve Bond “I really appreciate the Capt. Michael MacNicholl and DGF student Andy Dannels concentrate (Make sure to include child's first name, grade and chance to come out here teacher’s name) on their game. and play against a great By Steven Bond Steve Bond & Dennis Kukharev opponent like Andy. He was 3. All entries will be submitted to the school nurse and will be collected on March 7, 2017. DGF Public Affairs The David Glasgow Farragut 4. There will be two age categories: 1) Elementary school and 2) Kindergarten/Sure Start. Middle-High School (DGF MHS) Parent Teacher Student 5. Awards will be granted for three places for each category. Association (PTSA) hosted its first The winners will receive a trophy, certificate of participation chess tournament in the school and a gift certificate to the NEX as follows: 1st place - $15, 2nd library during lunch period Feb.14 - $10 and 3rd - $5 through 16. The winner would then 6. We will choose winners based on the most creative, age- challenged Capt. Mike MacNicholl, appropriate creation. Naval Station Rota’s commanding officer, to a final match. “The idea for a chess Choose tap water for a sparkling smile! Capt. Michael MacNicholl and DGF student Andy Dannels shake Avoid drinks with added sugar like soda and tournament was suggested by juice! the DGF MHS librarian, Mr. Wass,” hands before the match. said PTSA President, Diane Miller, who provides for academic enrichment an outstanding opponent and truly sets the activities. “This is our first tournament, and the example for the competitive thinking required interest was so great, we are looking to make by chess,” said MacNicholl.. The Coastline | February 23, 2017 19 “Chicharrona Popular” (free pork rind tasting), Feb. 25, 1:30 p.m., Mina Street, Rota
Area Activites XIV “Gañota Popular” (free tasting of Arts typical dishes), Feb. 26, 1 p.m., Avenida Miguel Poveda in concert, April 1 at 9:30 p.m., bullring de la Bajamar, El Puerto de Santa Maria "Cuatro" photo display by several artists, now through El Bosque, tickets from €35. Feb. 25, Centro Cultural Alfonso X El Sabio, 89, Larga “Comer por la cara” (free gastronomic tastings), Street, El Puerto de Santa María Tours through Mar. 5, Chipiona, to see the full program Guided tours through “Puertas de Tierra” and “Torreon” please visit www.guiadecadiz.com Painting display by Jose A. Moreno, through Feb. 26, (old city gate and tower), Tuesdays through Sundays Patio Bodega “La Cigarrera”, Truco Street, Sanlucar de from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., free admission. “V Ruta de la Tapa” (tapa route), through Feb. 26, Barrameda Villamartin (downtown), tapa + drink €2.50 pcoming arnivals "La Alhambra" photo display by several artists, U C Sandeman Bodega – Pizarro Street. Jerez de la now through Mar. 26, Centro Unicaja de Cádiz Carnival – Feb. 23 through March 5 Frontera. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays Cultura, 26, San Francisco Street, Cádiz Rota Carnival – Feb. 23 through March 5 11:30 a.m., 12:30 and 1:30 p.m. Puerto Real Carnival – Feb. 23 through March 6 “Permanent sculpture display by Luis Vasallo, Chipiona Carnival – Feb. 25 through March 5 Barbadillo Bodega – Sanlúcar de Barrameda, Centro Cultural Reina Sofia, Cádiz San Fernando Carnival- Feb. 25 through March 5 Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m., €6 Conil Carnival- Feb. 25 through March 5 Permanent sculpture display by Cornellis Events Sanlúcar de Barrameda Carnival – Zitman, Casa de Iberoamerica, Cádiz March 1 through 5 First Hot Air Balloon Festival Mar. 24, 25 and 26, Algeciras Carnival – March 3 through 5 8 to 11 a.m. El Puerto de Santa María Music El Puerto de Santa María Carnival – March 5 through 12 Lyrical recital by Maria Jose Montiel IX Feria del Queso Artesanal (Craft Cheese (mezzosoprano), Feb. 25, 8:30 p.m., Teatro Fair), April 1 through 2, Villaluenga del Rosario, de la Maestranza, 22, Paseo de Colon (by the bullring), Cadiz (recommended) Sevilla Alcázar de Jerez, oldest Moorish Fortress of Jerez, Camara Oscura, octogonal tower, Arab gardens, Jerez Flea Market, Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Alejandro Escovedo and Band in concert, Mar. 16, 9 Villavicencio Palace, Oil mill, Mosque and Arab baths. Alameda Vieja (by the Moorish Castle), Jerez de la p.m., Constitution Building 1812, Cadiz, tickets from €6 Monday through Friday., 9:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., Frontera Saturday and Sunday from 09:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Ara Malikian in concert, Mar. 31, 9 p.m., Gran Teatro Market of Antiques and Collectibles, Saturdays from Falla, Plaza de Fragela, Cádiz, tickets €22 to 35 Guided tours through Luna Castle, Saturdays and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Plaza Alfonso X El Sabio (by San Sundays at 1 and 7 p.m., prior registration is required Marcos Castle), El Puerto de Santa María Primavera Trompetera Music Festival 2017, March at the Tourist Office, #2, Cuna Sreet, (call 956-84- 31 through April 1, Jerez-Arcos Rd., gates open at 6345), tickets €1 IX Feria del Queso Artesanal (Craft Cheese Fair) April 4 p.m. performance of national and foreign bands, Archaelogical Museum, Plaza del Mercado 1 and 2, Villaluenga del Rosario tickets start at €20. Jerez de la Frontera. www. (downtown), Jerez de la Frontera, Call 956-14-9560 primeratrompetera.com ports “El Chorrillo” second hand market, Sundays from 10 S IX Marathon BBT (Mountain Bike Competition) “Villa de a.m. to 2 p.m., Sargento Cespedes Street, Rota Dance/Flamenco Rota”, March 12 “Festival Flamenco de Jerez 2017”, Feb. 24 through Sevilla, Bullring guided tours, daily 9:30 a.m. March 11, Jerez de la Frontera, for more information XXXII Half Marathon “Costa de la Luz” Rota-Chipiona, to 9 p.m., tickets €7, call 954-22-4577 or visit visit the official web page www.jerez.es April 2 realmaestranza.com
Sanlúcar de Barrameda, Bodegon de Arte “A Motorcycle World Championship, May 5, 6 and 7, Sevilla, Reales Alcázares (Moorish fortress) guided Contratiempo”, #5, San Miguel Street, Fridays and Jerez de la Frontera Circuit, Km. 12, Jerez-Arcos Road Saturdays, tickets €12. Call 653-071-099 or visit http:// tours, daily 9:30 a.m. and 7 p.m., tickets €9.50. Online tickets available at www.alcazarsevilla.org www.bodegonacontratiempo.com Bullfight Ubrique Bullring- Feb. 28, at 5 p.m. Regular bullfight, ood and rink Flamenco show, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 1 and F D six bulls from Marca's ranch El Fandi, Alberto Lopez “Carnaval en la Calle” (free tasting of typical dishes), 10 p.m., Tabanco El Pasaje, Santa Maria Street (by Simon and Joaquin Galdos Post Office bldg.), Jerez de la Frontera, Free admission Feb. 25, 1 p.m., Sanlucar de Barrameda (downtown) pcoming oliday “Camarona Popular” (free shrimp tasting), Feb. 25, 3 U H “El Amor Brujo” Victor Ullate’s Ballet, Mar. 3 - 4, 8:30 Dia de Andalucía- Feb. 28 p.m., Bar La Moderna, Maria Auxiliadora Avenue, Rota p.m., Teatro de la Maestranza, 22, Paseo de Colon (by Semana Santa Holy Week) - April 9 through 16 the bullring), Sevilla 20 February 23 , 2017 | The Coastline
STUFFED AVOCADOS WITH SEAFOOD COCKTAIL
This week we are delighted that a very good friend of ours has given us some Let's fresh avocados from her crop. This is a summer recipe, but the avocados were so nice that we didn’t think twice and prepared them in the nicest way possible. The result is really good, with a lot of flavor. Eat! INGREDIENTS: • 3 tablespoons By Pilar Ruiz • 2 avocados homemade • The juice of half a mayonnaise lemon • 1 tablespoon Ketchup • Some lettuce leaves, • 1/2 tablespoon brandy well-washed • ½ a cup / 100 grs. boiled and peeled king prawns (we keep 4 for decoration) • 6 imitation crab sticks
PREPARATION: to a mixing bowl with the avocado pulp and blend well. 1) Cut the avocados lengthwise and remove the pit, being 3) Prepare our homemade mayonnaise in a small bowl by very careful that we do not break them. Remove the pulp, adding three tablespoons of mayonnaise, the ketchup and the brandy. Stir well and add to the filling mixture. Have you liked the recipes we have shared with you? put it in a bowl and add a few drops of lemon juice to both Have you tried to cook any of them? It would be great to the pulp and the shells so that it doesn’t brown. 4) We will now fill our medium avocado shells with the hear your comments, questions and suggestions about 2) Finely chop the remaining ingredients. We start with resulting mixture and decorate with the shrimp we set aside it. You can email us as pilaraprendiendoacocinar@ well-washed lettuce and continue with the boiled and for decoration. gmail.com. peeled shrimp and the imitation crabsticks. Add everything The Coastline | February 23, 2017 21
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