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FREE RECYCLED an edition of the Recycled material is used in the making of our ALASKA POST newsprint The Interior Military News Connection Vol. 7, No. 12 Fort Wainwright, Alaska March 25, 2016 Guardsmen participate in cold weather exchange with Mongolian Armed Forces Alaska National Guard Public Affairs golia’s peace-keeping operations capability,” said Maj. Samuel Scott, 1-197th R&S executive officer. A five-man team from the Alaska Army Nation- Training events included equipment briefs, cold weath- al Guard’s 1-297th Reconnaissance and Surveillance er injury classes, field demonstrations of the effects of Squadron has returned from Mongolia after a cold cold weather on equipment and operations, avalanche weather subject-matter-expert exchange with the Mon- safety and skiing. The culminating exercise was a climb golian Armed Forces last month. of a local peak in which MAF and AKARNG Soldiers The purpose of the exercise was to support the Alaska had the opportunity to use techniques learned during the National Guard’s state partnership with Mongolia, giv- subject matter expert exchange. ing MAF Soldiers the opportunity to learn about cold Along with Scott, the AKARNG team consisted of weather and mountain tactics, techniques and procedures Staff Sgt. Cody Tirpak, Staff Sgt. Dayton Will, Sgt. Eli- Alaska Guardsman Staff Sgt. Cody Tirpak, 1-297th from AKARNG Soldiers. The four-day exchange was jah Gutierrez and Sgt. Jacob Rukovishnikoff, all experts Reconnaissance and Surveillance Squadron, demon- conducted at the Five Hills Training Area near Ulaan- in different facets of cold weather travel and mountain- strates proper glissading during a cold weather sub- baatar, Mongolia, Feb. 22 through 26. “I think there is a eering. ject-matter-expert exchange with the Mongolian lot of value in this type of training where both AKARNG The exchange, coordinated by Capt. Amanda Plachek, Armed Forces Feb. 22 through 26 at the Five Hills and MAF Soldiers have the opportunity to learn from AKARNG state partnership program coordinator, was Training Area near Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Training each other, and it supports two of the adjutant general’s designed to broaden the knowledge base of not just the events included equipment briefs, cold weather injury Lines of Effort – continue to support the defense pro- classes, avalanche safety and skiing. (U.S. Army Na- tional Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Dayton Will) fessionalization of the MAF and development of Mon- See COLD on page 5 Marksmanship team wins at championship Robinson tapped to be first female com- batant commander Cheryl Pellerin DOD News, Defense Media Activity Defense Secretary Ash Carter has named a new commander for U.S. Northern Command to be con- firmed by the Senate. If confirmed, the new North- ern Command chief will be the first woman to lead a U.S. combatant command. Carter made the announcement to pick Gen. Lori J. Robinson during a media interview March 18. President Barack Obama has approved the choice and will nominate her to the Senate, the secretary said. Gen. Lori J. Robinson Robinson now com- mands Pacific Air Forces and is the air component commander for U.S. Pacific Command. She’s also executive director of the Pacific Air Combat Operations staff at Joint Base Pearl Har- bor-Hickam in Hawaii. PACAF is responsible for Air Force activities spread over half the globe in a com- mand that supports more than 46,000 Airmen serving Congratulations to the 1st Battalion 5th Infantry Regiment Small Arms Marksmanship Team who took 1st mainly in Japan, Korea, Hawaii, Alaska, and Guam. Place Active Duty Team and 2nd Place Overall at the 2016 U.S. Army Small Arms Championship at Fort Robinson also is a senior air battle manager with Benning, Georgia, March 13 through 19. Special recognition goes to Staff Sgt. Howell who finished 1st for more than 900 flight hours in the E-3B/C airborne all Active Duty Soldiers. You have proudly represented the Bobcats, 1st SBCT Arctic Wolves and U.S. Army warning and control system aircraft and the E-8C Alaska. (Photo courtesy of Richard Dennison) joint surveillance target attack radar system aircraft. The general, Carter said, “has very deep operation- al experience, is now running the air forces in the Pacific, which is a very challenging place for the Air Force and a very intense operational tempo.” Bear baiting on U.S. Army Naming the first female combatant commander, Carter added, demonstrates “that we have coming along now a lot of female officers who are excep- Fort Wainwright lands 2016 tionally strong. Lori certainly fits into that category.” Shawn Osborn Forester/Outdoor Recreation How the garrison works Specialist Spring is approaching and that for you: Legal Center means hunting season is around the corner. As you plan your Maj. Gerard Kenna upcoming bear hunts for this sum- Brigade Judge Advocate mer, keep in mind that bear bait- ing is open to hunters on most Fort Like all military installations, Fort Wainwright Wainwright training lands in the employs a litany of people who support the mission Fairbanks and Delta Junction area. and the people who work, live, and play in and around In order to hunt on Army train- its community. These everyday heroes include fire- ing lands, hunters must obtain a man, police officers, doctors and repairmen. And of Recreation Access Permit card. course, they have lawyers. A RAP card is required for both Fort Wainwright’s Legal Center currently hous- active military and civilians over es four legal offices. The biggest and busiest is the Legal Assistance and Claims office. Here, Ms. See BEAR on page 2 (Photo by Lara Hartman-Poirrier) See LEGAL on page 2 WEEKEND WEATHER BRIEF You’re Invited! Col. Lisa Toven, commander Medical Department Activity – Alaska, and the Easter Bunny invite the community to their 4th Annual Easter Jamboree tomorrow, March 26, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Bassett Friday Saturday Sunday Army Community Hospital. Enjoy indoor egg hunts, pictures with the Partly sunny. Cloudy. Highs in Cloudy with a Easter Bunny, games, face painting, door prizes and so much more. For Highs in the the mid 40s. chance of rain. more information, call 361-5172. lower to mid 40s. Highs in the mid Light winds. 40s. 2 NEWS March 25, 2016 Legal: Garrison support NUTRITION CORNER Continued from page 1 In Alaska, protecting the environment and all its resources is a priority mission Did you know that March is National of using ice berg lettuce and switch it up Allyson Lambert and her team provide for the Garrison. Mrs. Tracy Carter, Nutrition Month? This year, the Acad- with spinach, arugula, and cabbage. The counseling, information, and services to the garrison environmental law attor- emy of Nutrition and Dietetics is en- more color you have on your plate the Soldiers, retirees, and their dependents ney, working under the civil law office, couraging us all to “Savor the Flavor of more variety in the nutrients provided! to include notarial services; powers of has a major role in this fight. First, it Eating Right.” This positive message en- attorney; counseling on issues involv- is her job to make sure that all of the courages us to appreciate the wonderful Featured Food ing family law, consumer protection, operations that impact the environment traditions and flavors food brings into our Arugula. For a peppery alternative to landlord-tenant; estate planning (wills, follow all state and federal regulations. lives but at the same time, being mind- spinach, try this beautiful leaf on your living wills, and health care powers of That includes all the regulations that ful to choose a lifestyle that incorporates next salad. attorney); and representation on mili- protect the air, land, sea, water and the nutrient dense foods. To get into the tary administrative matters. Her claims wildlife that call Fort Wainwright home, spirit of National Nutrition Month, try to Recipe Spotlight team handles Tort claims and assists the such as the National Environmental Pol- cook your meals at home most days of Arugula, pear, and walnut salad with installation with seeking reimbursement icy Act. She ensures that every project, the week. Try new recipes and include honey Dijon vinaigrette for medical and property claims (affir- no matter the size, affects the environ- the kids in the planning and preparation. mative claims), as well as assisting ment only to the extent allowed by law You should also attempt to eat at the ta- Ingredients Soldiers with household goods and per- and policy. This, in turn, helps ensure ble, together as a family, at least five days sonally owned vehicle claims. Please that the vast lands that make up Fort of the week. With the busy schedules we Vinaigrette: contact the LAO/Claims office at 353- Wainwright are available for shared, manage, it is easier to eat what you can 2.5 tablespoons of Dijon mustard 6534 for an appointment. recreational use. when you can, but family dinners are a 1 tablespoon honey The Office of Soldiers’ Medical Eval- The United States Army is an equal great way to reconnect with each other, 1 tablespoon olive oil uation Board Counsel is an extension opportunity employer. It does not dis- involve the kids in conversations about 1 tablespoon lemon juice of the legal assistance office. It is here criminate based on gender or ethnicity the nutritious dinner you prepared, and to assist Solders as they go through the and goes to great lengths to accommo- to slow down and enjoy the food you in- Salad: MEB process. Soldiers gain informa- date anyone who has the qualifications, vested your time in. 8 cups arugula tion and assistance from the beginning talent, and ability to get the job done.

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