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Softball C-1 Sports Briefs C-2 MMARINEARINE Racing Sailor C-4 Volume 31, Number 25 www.mcbh.usmc.mil June 28, 2002 Combat support reaches new heights Story and Photos by given us a great chance to Sgt. Robert Carlson catch up on some last- Press Chief minute adjustments on our weapons and gear.” The snipers and recon- Ounkham, who also naissance Marines from serves as commanding of- the visiting 11th Marine ficer for the MEU’s Expeditionary Unit Maritime Special Purpose (Special Operations Force (MSPF), said most Capable) took training of the other MEU Marines aboard MCB Hawaii to could do their training new heights Saturday and zeroing on the ship. when they scaled the rim The snipers, though, can’t of the Ulupau Crater for really reach out and touch some high-angle sniper a target while underway. training. Most of the Marines The training marked were trained on the M- the first time in years that 40A1 sniper rifle in school, Marines trained on Range and the MEU finally re- 10, atop the 633-foot-high ceived the new M-40A3 crater surrounding the halfway through the Range Training Facility. workups, explained “Our work-ups were re- Ounkham. ally fast-paced, and we The stopover in Hawaii were focused on getting was an opportunity to get all of the qualifications we some range time with the needed before deploy- new weapons. ment,” said Capt. High-angle shooting re- Soutsana Ounkham, com- quires different elevation manding officer of settings, and the crater Headquarters Co., rim provided an excellent Battalion Landing Team A team of snipers find their targets from atop the rim of the Ulupau Crater overlooking the Range Training Facility. 3/1. “This training has See MEU, A-6 MALS-24 remains model for integrated units The Kaneohe Bay Navy aviation units around “We have learned to work together as the world could com- a Naval team,” said Lt. Cmdr. Kenneth and Marine Corps unit bine manpower to ob- Dianovitch, MALS-24 executive officer. is the only one of its tain better quality and “We have taken the cultures of both sides efficiency in the way and made them even stronger.” kind in the two services they support their “There has been talk of doing this in squadrons. other locations. We were the test bed, Cpl. Jason E. Miller The mission of and now that we have proven that it can Combat Correspondent MALS-24 is to provide work, I am sure we will see it at other lo- intermediate level main- cations,” he added. While talk of integrating Navy and tenance and supply sup- “The advantage of being in such a co- Marine Corps air assets has been up in port to the 11 opera- hesive unit does more than build cama- the air for some time, Marines and tional and training raderie between the Navy personnel and Sailors at MCB Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, are squadrons assigned to Marines,” said Chief Petty Officer Tom already making it happen. Marine Corps Air Willa, MALS-24 training officer. Since the addition of several naval Cpl. Jason E. Miller Facility, and to provide a “Being in a unit like this allows the squadrons from Naval Air Station, pool of qualified Private First Class James Harrison and Seaman Marines and Sailors to share technical ex- Barbers Point, a single unit made up of Apprentice Daryl Blanchard, both aircrew survival equip- Marines and Sailors to pertise that they would normally not get both Marines and Sailors has the job of ment men from MALS- 24, perform a scheduled inspection augment other Marine on flight safety gear. working alone. Also, having one large supporting the 11 squadrons that call aviation logistics entity that works together is going to al- MCB Hawaii Home — Marine Aviation squadrons and aviation intermediate Bay and on deployments around the ways be more powerful than several Logistics Squadron 24 (MALS-24). maintenance departments during de- globe. small ones working on their own. Unlike all other aviation support com- ployments and under wartime scenarios. The unit is so integrated, in fact, that “I think that’s the whole idea behind mands in the Navy and Marine Corps, With more than 700 Marines and the commanding officer is a Marine, the this thing,” Willa added. “It seems to re- MALS-24 has fully integrated the Navy- Sailors under its command, MALS-24 ac- executive officer is a Sailor, and a MALS- ally work well for everyone.” Marine team, a standard that may serve complishes the task of supporting both 24 sergeant major and a command mas- as a model for the way Naval and Marine Marine and Navy squadrons here at K- ter chief work side by side. See MALS-24, A-7

K-Bay residents speak their mind Three fatalities forecast at MCCS town hall assembly July 4 weekend Sgt. Robert Carlson Story and Photos by Press Chief Lance Cpl. Jessica M. Mills The Statistics Division of the Naval Safety Center is fore- Sports Editor casting that the Navy and Marine Corps will lose three ser- vice members to off-duty mishaps during the upcoming To give residents and em- Independence Day weekend. ployees a chance to express their The forecast is based on analysis of data from recent opinions regarding the perfor- years, and past forecasts have proved accurate. mance of Marine Corps The Center forecasts mishaps related to off-duty recre- Community Services and its ation and motor vehicle accidents only, and it does not take programs, MCCS hosted a town into account suicides or duty-related deaths. hall meeting June 18 at the MCB (Left to right) Gunnery Sgt. George Gagne, an ISMO maintenance For the Memorial Day weekend, the Center predicted Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, base the- chief; Mari Rollins, a spouse and Key Volunteer coordinator; and spouse Eileen McDougall all spoke up and gave their opinions about four fatalities, and four occurred. Two of the fatalities were ater. different programs they feel are needed to improve MCB Hawaii and Marines, and two were Sailors. All four were motor vehi- Lieutenant Col. Michael the Marine Corps during the MCCS Town Hall meeting June 18. cle mishaps. Williams, deputy assistant chief For the July 4 weekend last year, the forecast was two fa- of staff of MCCS, explained to those reports to the MCCS should not be doing? talities, and there were four. the audience that complaints, board of directors. •What are we not doing that The MCB Hawaii Base Safety Center urges all Marines suggestions and praise would The assembly provided its we should be doing? and Sailors to remember their risk management training be taken to Brig. Gen. Jerry C. opinions on four questions: •What are we doing that when celebrating Independence Day, and to always have a McAbee, commanding general •What programs are we run- could be done better? transportation plan when the celebration involves alcohol. of MCB Hawaii. In turn, he ning well? said, the general would take •What are we doing that we See TOWN HALL, A-7 A-2 • June 28, 2002 HAWAII MARINE

MCBH NEWS Japan, U.S. close seminars BRIEFS Marine Forces ed discussions of potential areas of co- Pacific operation on humanitarian assistance Press Release and disaster relief operations, non- ALERT TEST SCHEDULED combatant evacuation and peacekeep- The State Civil Defense monthly test of HONOLULU — ing operations between the U.S. sirens and the Emergency Alert System will Senior leaders from U.S. Marine Corps, Army, and Japanese be held on Monday at 11:45 a.m. Marine Forces Pacific, Ground Self Defense Force. the Japanese Ground Lieutenant Gen. Earl B. Hailston, Self Defense Forces commander, U.S. Marine Forces NEW IMMUNIZATION POLICIES (JGSDF) staff office and Pacific, hosted the seminar. GOVERN ALL 7TH GRADERS U.S. Army Pacific con- Attendees included Maj. Gen. Hawaii has new school immunization re- cluded three days of Cpl. Liz Herrera Fumio Eto, director of Plans and quirements for all 7th graders who attend Operations, JGSDF; Maj. Gen. Makoto talks here June 13. Senior leaders from MarForPac, the Japanese Ground school here. The series of Senior Self Defense Forces staff office and U.S. Army Pacific Hirose, director of Education and The new law requires that all students en- Level Seminars began concluded three days of talks here June 13. Training, JGSDF; Maj. Gen. Taiji tering the 7th grade must have completed the in 2001. The seminars Anezaki, deputy chief of staff, following vaccinations by the first day of are designed to promote mutual un- and it is critical to U.S. security strate- Northern Army Headquarters, JGSDF; school: derstanding between the three coun- gy throughout the Asia-Pacific region. Maj. Gen. (Promotable) James L. • 3 Hepatitis B, terpart services of both nations, and to The seminars allow military coun- Campbell, special assistant to the com- • 2 MMR, and improve the overall effectiveness of terparts to meet regularly, exchange manding general, U.S. Army Pacific; • 1 or 2 Chickenpox (Varicella, or a physi- the U.S.-Japan security alliance. views and build personal relation- and Brig. Gen. Jerry C. McAbee, cian-documented history of chickenpox dis- The alliance is considered America’s ships with their counterparts. deputy commanding general, III ease). most important bilateral relationship, The just-concluded seminar includ- Marine Expeditionary Forces Hawaii. A 7th grader may only attend school on the first day if their school has received one of the following: • A yellow 7th grade Student DoD opens ‘Medsearch’ online site Immunization Record card, signed by the stu- dent’s doctor, indicating that he or she has Austin Camacho them accessible to all readers. They’ve Special to American Forces Press Service completed all required vaccinations (or the ““SometimesSometimes thethe done this by adding introductions that documented history exception), give people a quick summary or syn- WASHINGTON — Veterans and • A signed note from the doctor, indicating rresearesearchch waswas opsis of what they’ll find in each doc- service members can now find Gulf that the student has started but not yet com- ument. War research-related medical informa- pleted the vaccination series, or difdifficultficult toto searsearchch For those who understand the sci- tion at one central Web site, • A physician note indicating that the doc- entific language, the original docu- http://www.gulf-link.osd.mil/med- through.” tor does not currently have a supply of re- through.” ments are posted, in their entirety, search/. quired vaccine and the student will be re- with source details. The site is the collaborate effort of called when the shortage has improved. Drue H. Barrett The site’s topics are listed in simple the Defense Department’s Deploy- Students who have not complied with the language so visitors can readily iden- ment Health Support Directorate, the National Center for new school immunization requirements will tify what they’re looking for. For ex- Department of Veterans Affairs and Environmental Health not be allowed to attend school. ample, data on neurological disorders the federal Centers for Disease Control “It is important that parents do this now are listed under “Brain and nervous (CDC) and Prevention in Atlanta. and not wait until doctors’ offices get busy system.” The idea for the online medical li- done by the federal government in during the summer,” said Dr. Paul Effler, There are also topics listed that you brary, dubbed Medsearch, came as a various places. Communicable Disease Division, Hawaii might not see in other medical sources. recommendation from a 1999 CDC The site’s creators believed it would Department of Health (DOH). For instance, “pesticides” and “de- conference, according to Drue H. be nearly impossible to capture all the There are also new immunization require- pleted uranium” are environmental Barrett of the CDC’s National Center research done related to Gulf War vet- ments for children entering preschool and and occupational hazards that civilian for Environmental Health. erans’ health, but government-funded kindergarten, and children who are entering health care providers may not have “We brought together a variety of research would at least represent the school for the first time ever in Hawaii. much information on, but that are of different scientists, researchers, veter- majority. Visit the DOH Web site at key interest to Gulf War veterans. ans and patients’ advocates,” she said. Some of the material on Medsearch www.VaxToSchool.com or call 586-8323 for Those who visit the site should “In several different work groups, at consists of plain-language documents, details. know they are viewing just the first this conference, there was raised this like the case narratives written in the stage of an ongoing project. The site last few years by the Office of the POST OFFICE POSTS TIMES issue that sometimes the research was will be updated continually as more difficult to search through — because Special Assistant for Gulf War The Kaneohe Bay U.S. Post Office has research is done. it was on several different sites.” Illnesses, known today as the changed its hours to better serve customers. Barrett said she hopes Medsearch Medsearch strives to fill the needs of Deployment Health Support New hours of operation are as follows: will become increasingly valuable to both veterans and researchers, Barrett Directorate. veterans as time passes. explained. Veterans wanted one place Many articles, however, were pub- Monday thru Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Editor’s Note: Austin Camacho is the to go where all the information and re- lished in scientific journals and filled Saturdays, Sundays & Holidays: closed. senior public affairs specialist at the DoD search was available in a way they with technical jargon. Directorate of- Unit Mail Call: 9 - 11 a.m. Deployment Health Support Directorate, could understand. ficials have said they can’t rewrite Official Mail Service: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Office of the Assistant Secretary of Researchers wanted an easier way these documents, but they are com- Parcel Pick-up: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Defense for Health Affairs, in the to keep track of all the research being mitted to making the information in Pentagon.) Hawaii MARINE Bestowing CG commendations Commanding General Brig. Gen. Jerry C. McAbee Brig. Gen. Jerry C. McAbee, commanding Public Affairs Director Maj. Chris Hughes general, MCB Hawaii, congratulates Lt. Public Affairs Chief Gunnery Sgt. Rhys Evans Press Chief Sgt. Robert Carlson Col. Albert S. Lardizabal, assistant chief Managing Editor Aiko Brum of staff, G-2, after pinning on the Navy Sports Editor Lance Cpl. Jessica Mills and Marine Corps Commendation Medal The Hawaii Marine is an unofficial newspaper pub- during the flagpole ceremony June 21. Lardizabal is surrounded by civilian lished every Thursday by RFD Publications, Inc., 45-525 Marines who were also recognized during Luluku Road, Kaneohe, HI 96744, a private firm in no way the ceremony. Iwalani Keawe (second connected with the U.S. Marine Corps under exclusive con- from right), a legal assistant with Legal Assistance, was honored for 38 years of tract to the U.S. Marine Corps. This civilian enterprise service with the Marine Corps in Hawaii. newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the Also honored were Stephanee Jones- military services. Ortega (right), a Key Volunteer with Contents of the “Hawaii Marine” are not necessarily Combat Service Support Group 3; Clyde Tamashiro, Michael Silva (second from the official views of or endorsed by the United States left), Gaylaann Talaesea, and Doris Chu. Government, the Department of Defense or the U.S. Marine The Fuels Division and Aircraft Rescue Corps. All advertising is provided by RFD Publications, and Fire Fighting received unit Certificates of Commendation during the Inc., 235-5881. ceremony. The appearance of advertising in the “Hawaii Marine,” Lance Cpl. Jessica M. Mills including inserts and supplements, does not constitute en- dorsement of the firms’ products and services by the DoD, DoN or the U.S. Marine Corps of the products or services advertised. Everything advertised in the Hawaii Marine shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without re- VP-9 leadership gard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mari- tal status, physical handicap, political affiliation or any oth- changes hands er non-merit factor of the purchaser, user or patron. Editorial content or public service announcements (i.e. all content other than paid advertisements) is edited, pre- pared and provided by the Public Affairs Office aboard Marine Corps Base Hawaii. Opinions expressed are not to be considered an official expression of the DoD or the U.S. Marine Corps. To contact the MCB Hawaii Public Affairs Office use the following addresses: HAWAII MARINE, BUILDING 216, MCB HAWAII Commander Bradley A. Carpenter took the helm of KANEOHE BAY, HI, 96863 Patrol Squadron 9 during a change of command cere- E-MAIL: [email protected] mony on the flightline June 21. Carpenter, who previ- FAX: 257-2511, PHONE: 257-8840 ously served as the squadron’s executive officer, re- placed Cmdr. Robert A. Lally. Lally will report for duty CARPENTER with Patrol Wing 1 in Japan. LALLY HAWAII MARINE June 28, 2002 • A-3 New 7-Ton goes mobile in Hawaii The tactical vehicle increases combat support for Oahu’s Marines WWORDORD ONON Story and Photos by THETHE STREETTREET Sgt. Robert Carlson S Press Chief

Marine units aboard MCB Hawaii will soon be able to go more places, do more training, and do it all safer with the implementa- “How do tion of the Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (MTVR). you keep The trucks are arriving in a steady stream, and the Marines of Combat Service from falling Support Group 3’s motor pool are configuring the new vehicles for distribu- out of tion to the motor pools aboard the base. The MTVR, also known formations?” as the 7-ton truck, brings superior lift capabilities, an improved power plant, and a smoother ride to motor transport sections in “I use the moti- vation of others Hawaii. Above — The CSSG-3 motor pool is the holding area for to keep myself While the MTVR carries vehicles. Left — Gunnery Sgt. Doug Peercy, a platoon commander in Motor Transport Co., shows how tall in up and going. the same number of per- scale the new MTVR stands compared to a man. Below Plus, I always sonnel as the 5-ton truck in — Peercy connects the onboard Message Information keep my knees a nearly identical bed space, Center. bent.” the turbocharged Pfc. Jamie Caterpillar C-12 engine can Taylor handle the big jobs like tow- Household ing artillery pieces uphill. goods clerk, “It’s going to increase the TMO, combat capabilities a great Headquarters Bn., MCB deal because of the in- Hawaii creased power and better off-road performance,” said Gunnery Sgt. Doug Peercy, platoon commander, Operations Plt., Motor Transport Co., CSSG-3. “The artillery units will be adds comfort and security clude a fiberglass cab and 5-ton truck took only a few able to do their mission bet- when the truck rolls onto aluminum body which will minutes,” said Peercy. “I keep up on ter and faster, and everyone the pavement for a road eliminate rust problems As with any new piece of my PT and drink will be safer.” trip. that plague the 5-ton, and a gear, Marines will need to plenty of water, The new truck has inde- Maintenance Marines fording-ready configura- adjust to the differences in not to mention pendent suspension, push will appreciate the two-year tion with intake, exhaust, the Corps’ newest work- keeping my knees bent.” button transmission, air warranty on the trucks, and and breathers already rout- horse. The bed is nearly two ride seats, and is fully de- the support provided by the ed to ‘above water.’ feet higher than in the old Lance Cpl. Jose signed for off road, Peercy manufacturer. The truck is taller than trucks, and jumping out of Diaz explained. The tires can “Representatives from the 5-ton, and to get under the back means a drop of Parachute rigger, even take a .50 caliber Osh Kosh are providing on- the 98-inch-high embark that much more to the 5th Platoon, 1st round and stay inflated site support for the first limit, operators must re- ground. A ladder on the Force Recon. Co. long enough for the vehicle three years, and our move the top of the cab and tailgate alleviates the prob- to get to a safe zone. Marines are learning how lower the exhaust and in- lem in most circumstances Although the truck was to diagnose problems and take. but in an ambush, the lad- built to manage rough ter- maintain the vehicles, said “It takes about an hour to der will most likely be rain with ease, the cab-con- Peercy. get the truck ready to load trolled tire inflation system Benefits of the MTVR in- onto a C-5 galaxy, where the See 7-TON, A-6

Discipline is required in formation “I drink a lot of Sgt. Robert Carlson perfectly covered and aligned, and Hawaii, McGuire said hydration and water ahead of Press Chief looking sharp in Dress Blue Deltas. focus are crucial. time, and I don’t lock my knees.” Family members and guests from the The position of attention was de- One of the easiest ways to embar- community fill the bleachers, watch- veloped to be the position from which Pfc. Charles rass nearly every Marine and Sailor in ing the ceremony, impressed by the most drill movements begin, and it’s Eckfeldt your unit is to fall out of formation Marines’ discipline. the best way to stand in the same Freight clerk, during a ceremony or parade. All of a sudden, something near the place, motionless, for an extended pe- MCAF Every Marine learns how to stand rear of one of the formations catches riod of time. in formation at the position of atten- everyone’s eyes. Someone decided to To get into a comfortable position of tion, but during nearly every ceremo- leave the ranks and head off the field. attention, bring your heels together, ny aboard MCB Hawaii, at least one That type of incident usually does- and turn your feet out equally to form departs the formation and staggers off n’t slow the ceremony down at all, a 45-degree angle. Your legs should to visit the corpsman. and some guests may not give it a sec- be straight, and not stiff (knees should Everyone has seen it happen — an ond thought, but it shows a lack of not be locked). “I always keep entire battalion is on the parade deck, preparation and a lack of discipline — Hips should be level and drawn my knees bent, the last characteristics a Marine unit back slightly, body held erect and rest- and the night be- wants associated with it. ing equally on the hips, head and fore, I drink Staff Sgt. Jesse McGuire, a platoon shoulders square, and arms hanging some extra water and get a good advisor at the Staff Noncommissioned straight down naturally. night’s rest.” Officers Academy aboard MCB Thumbs should be along trouser Hawaii, said one way to avoid losing seams or side of skirt, palms facing in- Lance Cpl. Marines during ceremonies is to board, and fingers held in their nat- Stacey Smith schedule them in the cooler parts of ural curl. Rifleman the day rather than when the sun is Marines have dozens of ways to Alpha Co., 1/3 beating down. stay awake during a formation — like When the ceremony can’t be sched- wiggling their toes a little or flexing uled around the hottest part of the different muscles — but the most im- day, though, the Marines need to portant thing to do is focus on the se- mentally and physically prepare to quence of events for the ceremony to stand in formation. avoid missing the cue to begin rifle The instructors at the academy manual or drill movements. “I hydrate and have combined drill field experience Practicing the position of attention, eat extra salt the totaling dozens of years, and they say and drinking plenty of water, are two night before; also the best way to stay in formation is to simple steps that will help more physical training remember the position of attention, Marines stay in formation. helps.” and focus on staying in it. Americans know that Marines are Cpl. Apollo Fisk The most common reason some the most disciplined group of war- Military Marines fall out, according to riors in the world, and if each Marine policeman McGuire, is that they don’t drink concentrates on showing this disci- PMO, Sgt. Robert Carlson enough water the day before the for- pline to stay in formation during cer- Headquarters Bn., MCB Hawaii Lance Cpl. Jason Long, a rifleman with mation, and they lock their knees emonies and parades, there will be no 1st Bn., 3rd Marine Regiment, demon- while at the position of attention. reason for the public to change its col- strates the position of attention. With the climate as hot as it is in lective mind. A-4 • June 28, 2002 HAWAII MARINE HMH-463 helps renovate St. Anthony’s Lance Cpl. Jessica M. Mills Sports Editor

Thirteen Marines from Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 463 volunteered through Hawaii’s Adopt-A-School program and partic- ipated in the renovation of St. Anthony’s Elementary School, Saturday, in Kailua. “St. Anthony’s has been a part of HMH-463’s Adopt-A-School program for many years. We come annually to help with any renovation work the school may need,” said Sgt. Maj. Stefone Compton, squadron sergeant major. “Pegasus has been involved with the program for years and we want to continue with that tra- dition.” According to Compton, the new command- ing officer, Lt. Col. Scott Kerchner, intends to ex- pand the Adopt-A-School program by mentor- ing and sharing with other school programs, rather than just providing physical labor. Being Marines means not only are we de- fenders of the country but also keepers of the community. It’s our duty to put more of our time and energy into helping the community, explained Compton. The Marine’s primary job was to strip off all the old paint and debris from the school’s Lance Cpl. Jessica M. Mills wooden louvers, to prepare them for repainting Lance Cpl. David Faed, an embarker with HMH- later on in the week. 463, joined a dozen other HMH-463 Marines to “I thought it was a great idea. I used to go help renovate at the unit’s adopted school. to a school like this, low-income, and they don’t have the money for renovations, so they need willing to help us,” said the school secretary people to come and volunteer their time to Andrea Vangison, also known as Mrs. V. “We help,” said Pfc. David Shellhart, airframe me- are very grateful to them.” chanic with HMH-463. “This school definitely This was HMH-463’s last weekend before the needed our help. It was long overdue.” squadron deployed to the Rim of the Pacific After the Marines finished with their work, (RIMPAC) for 30 days.

Lance Cpl. Jessica M. Mills the school provided a homemade lunch buffet “It took selfless devotion for these Marines to to say “thank you.” come out here today and volunteer their time,” Private First Class Jeanne Gross (forefront), an ordnanceman with HMH- 463, Embarker Lance Cpl. David Faed (far left) and Crew Chief Lance “It’s so nice that they do all this for our said Staff Sgt. Darrell Fair, S-3 operations chief. Cpl. Jody Fleming use sandpaper to remove old paint and debris from school. They come every year and are always “It was a good day, not only did junior Marines St. Anthony’s louvers. volunteer, but all levels of enlisted leadership — the Sergeant Major on down.” HAWAII MARINE June 28, 2002 • A-5

EEVERYVERY CCLIMELIME ANDAND PPLACELACE LF CARAT brings healing touch to Indonesia Capt. Christopher M. Perrine or injuries and they of the presence of LF CARAT as well. MCB Camp Butler pay high prices out “It is nice to have you here,” said Tina of their pockets. Outari, a local television reporter. “They SURABAYA NAVAL BASE, “It is important look happy. They are very happy to have Indonesia — There are new smiles here to bring medicine,” free medicine.” today, and people have regained eye- Hidayat said. “It The Sailors and Marines of LF CARAT sight or have been healed from other would cost much to are participating in the 8th Annual aches and ailments, thanks to a visit by get this medication, Landing Force Cooperation Afloat Marines and Sailors of Landing Force so it is very helpful Readiness and Training exercise, a series Cooperation Afloat Readiness and for them.” of bilateral exercises that take place in Training (LF CARAT), III Marine The U.S. doctors Brunei, Darus-salam; Indonesia; Expeditionary Force. are more than hap- Singapore; Thai-land; Malaysia and the A team of 27 Marines and Sailors, in- py to provide the Republic of the Philippines. cluding ophthalmology, dentistry and assistance. The deployment is currently in its sec- general medicine practitioners, set up a According to ond phase, having already completed the medical and dental clinic May 28 to pro- Harrison, the expe- Lance Cpl. Antonio J. Vega Brunei phase. In Indonesia, the task vide care to the residents of Surabaya. rience has been Petty Officer 3rd Class Brenda Roman, an optician, inspects a group includes 1,400 Marines, Sailors “Our primary goal is to help the peo- both personally patient’s eyes while temporarily assigned to LF CARAT. Roman and Coast Guardsmen. ple in the local area with their medical and professionally is stationed at Pearl Harbor. Two doctors and an optician have tem- problems,” said Navy Lt. John A. rewarding. porarily joined the unit from Tripler Harrison, senior medical officer, LF “This is every doctor’s dream, to go Southeast Asia, we get to see things we Army Medical Center, Hawaii, and CARAT, an organization that recently de- and do some type of humanitarian mis- wouldn’t normally see in the United Portsmouth Naval Hospital, Va., though ployed to Southeast Asia from Okinawa, sion and see things that they don’t oth- States.” most of the LF CARAT medical staff de- Japan. erwise get to see,” said Harrison. “In The Surabaya citizens seem to approve ployed from Okinawa. “Secondly, we’re trying to teach each others, both local military and local physicians, as well as learn different medical techniques,” he explained. According to Harrison, five U.S. Navy doctors, two dentists and seven corpsmen from LF CARAT are working alongside a team of Indonesian Navy or “TNI- AL” doctors. Together, the general practitioners and dentists treated nearly 100 patients on day one of the program. The ophthal- mologists treated another 100 the same day. Transportation, admin- istrative and logistical support came from the Marines involved in the program. Harrison says he saw basic aches, pains, bruises, respiratory infections and skin diseases. The two dentists pulled approxi- mately 40 teeth and treat- ed infections, while the ophthalmology team con- ducted almost 30 cataract surgeries. An optician made 100 pairs of pre- scription glasses. During CARAT, eight Indonesian doctors are working with the U.S. team, according to TNI- AL Lt. Imam Hidayat, general practitioner and head doctor of the Eastern Indonesia Navy Hospital. Many of the patients speak little or no English, but steps have been taken to avoid any problems caused by communication barriers. “Fortunately we had some of the Indonesian military who provided translation for us, which was excellent and made for an enjoyable day,” said Harrison. While the TNI-AL is working alongside the Americans on most proce- dures, they are conducting others with supplies pro- vided by the United States. The TNI-AL doc- tors are also undertaking circumcision operations. Although LF CARAT doc- tors are not involved in those procedures, the U.S. doctors are providing medicine and equipment to support those opera- tions, while learning host- nation procedures and techniques. The presence of the U.S. doctors is a big help to the citizens of Surabaya, ac- cording to Hidayat. There is no medical insurance for civilians who visit a doctor for serious illnesses A-6 • June 28, 2002 HAWAII MARINE 7-TON: MTVRs feature several improvements From A-3 worthless. Drivers are arriving from motor transport school with certification to drive the trucks, and CSSG-3 has three instructors, including Peercy, who can license drivers on the new vehicle. Until procedures are in place for parts acquisition and maintenance, the trucks won’t leave the motor pool very often. Once the fleet hits the road, units aboard MCB Hawaii will have a bet- ter combat support tool which will take Marines and their gear to more places quicker, and allow them to do their job without worrying about The MTVR, right, is taller than its predecessor and has several improved safety fea- The new MTVR has push button controls for transportation limitations. tures. the Allison 7-speed automatic transmission.

Sergeant Brian Dow (above), a senior team leader, makes his way to the top of the crater, with his weapon, for the high-angle sniper training, while Cpl. Luke Pitzrick (right), a sniper in Team 1, sights in on a target with a Special Application Scoped Rifle. MEU: BLT 3/1 zeroes on crater From A-1 training for tenant and visiting communication and effective coor- units. dination made it easy to set up the firing line from which to practice. “We’re here to provide support, training atop the crater. “The range managers here really and to offer the best combat training The crater rim is dangerous, and went out of their way to help us we can give them,” said Gunnery climbing it with weapons and am- complete this training,” said 1st Lt. Sgt. Peter Johnson, staff noncom- munition can take nearly 45 min- J.W. Milbrandt, the S-2 officer for missioned officer in charge at Range utes. Headquarters Co., BLT 3/1. “They Control. Johnson said prior approval were here to support whatever we “Safety is the first thing we con- through the base G-3 is required be- needed to do, and they made sure sider, and as long as everything is fore units train there. we had the assets available to com- properly coordinated and within With the support MCB Hawaii of- Snipers and Recon Marines from the 11th MEU(SOC)’s plete our training.” regulations, we’re open to trying fered, the Marines were able to re- BLT 3/1 make their way up the narrow ridge of the Ulupau Making sure assets are available new things.” confirm the zeros on their weapons, Crater June 22 to move into position on Range 10. The high-angle training gave the Marines a chance to con- is just one part of MCB Hawaii’s The coordination with the MEU and leave for their next destination firm the zero settings on their weapons. commitment to support combat started well before the Marines ar- better prepared for whatever mis- rived, and Johnson said the great sions lie ahead. HAWAII MARINE June 28, 2002 • A-7

TOWN SSALUTESALUTES HALL: Marine Corps Air Facility

MCCS Promotions Sgt. John L. Thomas Cpl. Jamie A. Belle seeks Lance Cpl. Vincent L. Blakey Good Conduct Medal answers Sgt. Gerry M. Schiller Sgt. Ricky J. Lehr From A-1 Certificate of Commendation Marine Corps Commu- Lance Cpl. Thomas O. Hereim nity Services handed each attendee a worksheet that Meritorious Mast listed every MCCS pro- Cpl. Randal D. Lundquist Lance Cpl. Justin R. Howerton gram and office, then re- quested a rating for each Letter of Commendation of the listings. Petty Officer 1st Class Timothy C. Atkins During the meeting, Petty Officer 1st Class Matthew W. Dinic many valid points and Petty Officer 2nd Class Michael G. Downes complaints were brought Petty Officer 2nd Class Sean D. Mulvaney Petty Officer 2nd Class Eugene G. Torneros up for discussion, al- though there was also plenty of praise for the work MCCS has accom- Sailors, Marines model cohesion plished. MALS-24: “We want to get ideas From A-1 the competition is all healthy. course there are differences in the agreed. from our customers about The best of their competing qual- kind of training and the sched- “I like the way we work with how our organized ser- Any time that two different ities seem to rub off on one an- ules we keep sometimes, but for the Navy here. It’s not like vices are today and what services are working together, other. the most part, it’s just a really Marines versus Navy, the whole we can do to improve competition between the two “It’s just like working with professional environment and goal is mission accomplishment. them for the future,” said seems almost inevitable. But the Marines in a way,” said Lance we all work together as a team.” “We all work for the same boss Jim Bocci, MCCS market- consensus between the Marines Cpl. Eric Friedrichsen, an admin- Lance Cpl. Joseph Brown, a anyway. That’s how it should ing director. “So far, I’ve and Sailors at MALS-24 is that istrative clerk at MALS-24. “Of computer tech new to the unit be,” he explained. received reports saying that MCCS special events has been doing well, along with the Youth Sports program.” The assembly ex- pressed that MCCS need- ed improvement in many areas such as considera- tion for families separated by deployment. It sug- gested that MCCS try to lower prices on programs, to offset the loss of funds that occurs when a spouse deploys. The guests discussed the Child Development Center (CDC), and unani- mously agreed that its ca- pacity needs to be ex- panded. Participants complained that the CDC is only serving a small population of the base, and that its hourly child care needs to be increased for spouses who only work part-time or not at all. All agreed with the idea to review prices at the Marine Corps Exchange. “I’ve found that it is cheaper to go off base to places like Ross and Target for a majority of my shopping needs,” said Mari Rollins, a key volun- teers coordinator and spouse. “It would be more lucrative for the base if residents could put more money into the base.” Marines at the assem- bly requested more sup- port from MCCS during unit deployments such as enhanced participation at deployment briefings and a standard deployment entertainment package, to include games and sport- ing equipment provided prior to shipping out. Brigadier Gen. McAbee will receive many other ideas and suggestions brought up for discussion during the assembly. “We are trying our very best to reach out to fami- lies and see what we can do to support them,” said Williams. “There were a number of base issues that will be considered by the general as well as many Corps-wide issues and policies that can be brought up to the board of directors — and made to help improve the entire Corps.” Hawaii MMARINEARINE L IFESTYLESIFESTYLES HawaiiL Marine B Section June 28, 2002 ‘‘UhUh ...... youyou wantwant meme toto dodo what?what?’’

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Above — Second Bn., 3rd Marines, spouse Nicole Bowen tries to make her way down the N bars of the ‘O’ Course safely. Left — Private First Class. Jucian Vargas, a ri- fleman with Echo Co., 2/3, flips over the bars to demonstrate how it’s done for family members. E W A Y N E D A Y 2/3 families ‘get some’ Story and Photos by swim instructor at K-Bay’s said spouse, Charlotte Berry. Lance Cpl. Jessica Mills base pool. “It’s especially “Now I’m a little jealous that Sports Editor motivating for spouses. my husband gets to do this.” Being able to work with your The leathernecks from 2/3 Forty-one Marines and husband for the day can re- escorted their family mem- their spouses from 2nd Bn., ally help improve the com- bers to Landing Zone Eagle, 3rd Marine Regiment, partic- munication in a marriage.” where they observed and ipated in Jane Wayne Day — After family members learned the functions of a an event that periodically tackled the course, 2/3 gave Command Operations gives each spouse the oppor- them a period of instruction Center, a Battalion Aid tunity to experience a variety in Marine Corps martial arts. Station and weapons such as of training — June 15, aboard They travelled to Range 5 the M-224 60mm mortar sys- MCB Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay. at the Range Training Facility tem and the shoulder- “The training we do is a and attended a weapons launched multi-purpose as- mystery to many of the demonstration on the M- sault weapon. Marines’ family members,” 240G and the MK-19 auto- At the end of the day, fam- said Maj. David Bradney, op- matic grenade launcher. ily members relaxed in tents erations officer for 2/3. “A There, family members re- provided by 2/3 and enjoyed day like this provides them ceived a brief on the basic a tasty and “educational” with a chance to see what we rules and procedures for fir- lunch, consisting of Meals- do every day.” ing weapons at the range. Ready-to-Eat and water. In the spirit of the event, Marksmanship instructors Several Marines showed many of the participants ar- also provided them informa- them how to prepare the rived dressed in camouflage tion about the M16-A2 ser- “sumptuous” meal. utilities. vice rifle, the M-203 grenade “They don’t realize what Their day began with an launcher and the M-249 we have to eat when we’re in explanation of the obstacle squad automatic weapon the field. It’s a lot different course, then the option to try (SAW). when you eat them every to navigate the series of chal- Then, with coaches over- day for a couple of weeks,” lenges. Marines assisted seeing the line, family mem- said Lance Cpl. Nathan Above — Second Lt. Neil Berry, platoon com- mander for Golf Co., 2/3, gives his wife them with the more de- bers took turns familiarizing Overman, a rifleman with Charlotte Berry a leg-up over the ‘O’ Course manding obstacles. themselves with each Echo Co., 2/3, laughing as he wall. “I’ve been waiting for this weapon. instructed his wife, Mamii, Below — Marines with 2/3 instruct family mem- for over a year. It’s so excit- “I had so much fun, espe- bers like spouse Julie Barrett on the different ing,” said Julie Barrett, head cially with the SAW,” See 2/3, B-4 firing positions used on the range.

Above — Julie Barrett, a 2/3 spouse, climbs the rope to the very top during “I’m a little jealous that my Jane Wayne Day. husband gets to do this.” Above Right — Second Bn., 3rd Marines, spouse Sarai Garrett covered her- Charlotte Berry self in a guillie suit and Family member aimed in. B-2 • June 28, 2002 HAWAII MARINE MCCSMCCS M ARINE C ORPS C OMMUNITY S ERVICES www.mccshawaii.com POSSIBILITIES IN PARADISE By Debbie Robbins, MCCS Public Relations the temporary Mongolian at 477-5143. Spouses are welcome to up brief scheduled from This comprehensive JULY Barbecue Pit entrance. attend. 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the KV business session is For more information, 7 / Sunday For more information, Center, Bldg. 3022. brought to you from the 5 / Friday call 254-7649. call 257-7790. Call 257-2410 for more Transitional Assistance One with Nature — details. Management Program, Floral, Fauna & Bands, Bands, Bands Break away from the dai- Rendezvous at the the Small Business Fountains — Due to reno- — Head down to the E- ly grind and head out- Rocker Room — All Staff 12 / Friday Administration, the vation, the Officers Club Club for the hottest local doors. NCO club members, bring Internal Revenue Service pool is closed until mid- bands on the island every Make the most of sum- yourself and your guests Around the Rock — It’s and the Hawaii Business August. Once open, all Friday night from 6 p.m. – mer and pack up family to the Rocker Room for informative. It’s cultural. Development Center. members and guests will 3 a.m. All the best danc- and friends for a weekend dancing, billiards, good It’s free! Bring the family Reservations are re- enjoy a tropical atmos- ing, billiards and live camping excursion. food and great company. on the free guided bus quired and space is limit- phere complete with exot- bands are jamming at the The Outdoor Recreation The Rocker Room is tour around Oahu. ed. ic floral, fauna and foun- E-Club on Friday nights. Center (ORC) has every- open six days a week: The tour lasts from 7:30 For more information tains. Find out who’s playing thing you’ll need from Monday, Tuesday and a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Get ac- and to make reservations, Club members and tonight. Call 254-7660. tents, grills, lanterns and Thursday, 4:30 – 7:30 p.m.; quainted with your new call 257-7790. guests should enter the more. Wednesday, 4:30 p.m. – home in paradise. club for all events through 6 / Saturday Camping sites at the midnight; Friday, 4:30 To make reservations Key Volunteer Hale Koa Beach may also p.m. – 2 a.m.; and call 257-7790. Training — Get in the Follow the Lure of be reserved on a first- Saturday, 6 p.m. – 2 a.m. “command-know,” and SM&SP Information Ticket & come, first-served basis. For more Rocker Room 22 / Monday become a Key Volunteer. Tour — This pricey par- The ORC is located at details, call 254-5592. If you’d like to train to be- adise we call home does- the Base Marina. L.I.N.K.S. Evening come a liaison between n’t have to drain your For additional details, 9 / Tuesday Session — If you’re a busy the command and family pocketbook if you proper- call 254-7667. spouse who would like to members, please join the ly utilize your Babies, Bottles & get involved with KV staff July 23 – 25 from Information Ticket & Tour 8 / Monday Booties — If you’re ex- Lifestyles, Information, 5:30 – 9 p.m. at the KV Office located inside pecting, the New Parent Networking, Knowledge Center, Bldg. 3022. Mokapu Mall. Money, Money, Money Support Program invites and Skills, you’re invited Call Toni Spofford at Discount tickets to the — It’s a double coupon you and your spouse to at- to attend the next evening 257-2410. Polynesian Cultural craze at the 7-Day Store. tend the next Dad’s Baby session July 22 – 25 from 6 Center, Sea Life Park, din- Hurry in to save twice the Boot Camp and Mom’s – 8:30 p.m. at the Deals on Wheels — ner cruises, museums, face value on most Basic Training seminar L.I.N.K.S. House, Bldg. The Auto Hobby Shop, lo- whale-watching adven- coupons. July 9 and 10 from 8:30 3074. cated in Bldg. 3097, hosts tures and more are offered Some restrictions may a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at the Call 257-2368 for reser- a weekly auto auction every day of the week at apply. CREDO Compound. vations and information. where wheels get new All events are open Mokapu Mall and at Call the 7-Day Store for Reservations are re- owners for as little as $100. to single, active duty Camp H. M. Smith details at 254-7645. quired. 23 / Tuesday Here are the latest Deals military. Monday – Friday. Call 257-8803 for more on Wheels up for auction. The SM&SP Office Whether you plan to Transition Assistance information. The American Dream is located in Bldg. dazzle out-of-town guests Program Seminar — July — Create a little piece of Year Make Lowest Bid 219. Call 254-7593, or intend to pretend 8 – 11 at the Base Theater 11 / Thursday history for yourself. 1986 Corolla $300 for more info. you’re on holiday, the ITT from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. attend Become an entrepreneur. 1989 Grand Am $600 professionals will provide the Transition Assistance Key Volunteer All authorized base pa- 1998 Civic LX $4,400 Program Review you with many recreation- Program Seminar. Refresher Training — Get trons are invited to attend 1994 VW Golf $700 al opportunities. Service members who up-to-date with the latest the free “Starting Your 1989 Maxima $500 BayFest Volunteers For more information, are separating from the information and resources Own Business” workshop Sought: It’s not too call Mokapu Mall ITT at military within six months through the Key Volunteer from 9 – 11 a.m. in Bldg. For more information, early to be thinking 254-7563 or Camp Smith’s must attend this brief. Center during this brush- 3096, Room 1. call 254-7674. about Windward Oahu’s largest water sports festival. Many volunteer positions Know the tricks of car rentals, says FTC are available. Call SM&SP for informa- NAPS are available. But be sure to ask tion. Featurettes about restrictions on special of- fers, including blackout dates Saturdays: Ocean- Learning a few key facts about when an advertised price may side Paintball lets car rental can help you get on the not be available. your “inner-preda- road to getting back on the road. Ask if there may be charges tor” come out to play Renting a car can be confusing that could increase an advertised on Saturdays from 9 and expensive if you don’t un- base rate such as Collision a.m. – 4 p.m. and derstand industry terms and how Damage Waiver (CDW) fees, a Sundays, noon – 5 fees are calculated. If you have a deposit or refundable charge, air- p.m. Call SM&SP for poor driving record, renting a car port surcharges and drop-off fees, information on may be next to impossible. fuel charges, mileage fees, taxes, equipment rental Here are some important con- additional-driver fees, underage- fees. siderations, courtesy of the driver fees, out-of-state charges Federal Trade Commission. and equipment-rental fees. Aug. 5 - 9: Sailing classes get underway Choosing a Rental Company Charges and Fees NAPS at the Base Marina. Before you reserve a car, think The CDW is an optional charge Before you rent a car, make sure you understand all the terms of the Classes are conve- about the size you need and how of $9 to $13 a day. Rental agents rental agreement. nient and inexpen- much you’re willing to spend. At may urge you to buy this option. sive. You’ll be captain the same time, be aware that ve- Although they call it “collision and homeowners policies. If rental company’s price for gaso- after your first les- hicle classification systems vary. damage” coverage, it’s not tech- you’re not sure about coverage, line. It’s often much higher than son. The terms “compact,” “mid- nically collision insurance. call your insurers. what you would pay at a local size” and “luxury” sometimes Rather, it is a “guarantee” that the A fuel charge is the amount station. SM&SP Benefits differ among companies. rental company will pay for dam- many rental car companies add to Mileage fees usually are as- Call several rental companies ages to your rented car. your bill for gasoline. sessed on a cents-per-mile basis Single Marines and for price estimates, or check rates By declining the waiver, you Some companies give you a or as a flat fee when you exceed Sailors enjoy these: through your travel agent. accept responsibility for any half-tank at a charge of $10 to $15 the allotted free mileage cap. Ask about specials geared to damages. However, under CDW, and tell you to return the car emp- Knowing approximately how far • At the Klipper the length of time you need the the company will not pay for bod- ty; others fill the tank and charge you will drive will allow you to Golf Course — free vehicle. Many companies offer ily injuries or damages to your for the amount of gas you use. select the company that offers the range balls, club weekly or weekend deals. personal property. Companies that do not charge most favorable mileage terms. rental at $5 and 18 If your plans are flexible, you The coverage offered by rental for the initial tank may ask you to For more information, call toll- holes of play for $8. may be able to save money by companies may duplicate insur- return the car with a full tank. If free 1-877-FTC-HELP or visit renting a car when price breaks ance you have through your auto you don’t, you’ll be charged the www.ftc.gov. • At K-Bay Lanes — games at $1.50 each, free shoe rental (Mon. - Thu.), and no-tap at $15 on Scorpion King (PG13) Today at 7:15 p.m. Thursday at 8:15 p.m. MMOVIEOVIE TTIMEIME Murder by Numbers (R) Today at 9:45 p.m. Changing Lanes (R) Saturday at 7:15 p.m. Prices: Adults (12 and older) $3, Children (6 to 11) $1.50, Children (5 We Got It Goin’ On High Crimes (PG13) Saturday at 9:45 p.m. and younger) free. Scorpion King (PG13) Sunday at 3:30 p.m. Have your voice Matinee prices are $2 for adults and $1 for children. Parents must pur- heard. Make a differ- chase tickets for “R” rated movies in person at the box office for children Changing Lanes (R) Sunday at 7:15 p.m. ence. Get involved. 16 years old and younger. Spiderman (PG13) Wednesday at 7:15 p.m. Grow. Have a blast. For E-5 and below, admission is free to the second show on Friday and Life or Something Like it (PG13) July 5 at 7:15 p.m. The Single Marine Changing Lanes (R) July 5 at 9:45 p.m. & Sailor Program is Saturday evenings only. Sunday evenings, the price is $1 for all patrons. all about that and Please show your ID at the box office. Jason X (R) July 6 at 7:15 p.m. more. Phone 254-7642 for recorded info. Scorpion King (PG13) July 6 at 9:45 p.m. HAWAII MARINE June 28, 2002 • B-3 Suicide devastates everyone concerned In the military, suicide commands an unfortunate position as the second leading cause of death Sara Davis Suicide is typically a result of a treat- substance abuse, depression, illness and What Can You Do? “Aid Life” Lifelines Services Network able medical condition, not a result of everything else that life can bring. For character weakness or defect. Yet, sur- some, suicide seems like the answer to •Ask questions about suicide. “Are Sailors and Marines understand that vivors may spend years analyzing what these problems. you thinking about suicide?” “Are you the military life is inherently dangerous. went wrong. They may blame them- As the second leading cause of death thinking about hurting yourself?” When they serve their country, sacrifice selves for their loved one’s actions and in the military (after accidents), suicide is •Intervene. Immediately take action can be the harsh reality for their patrio- struggle to rebuild their shattered lives a regrettable choice too many Sailors, and give help. tism. and emotions. Marines and their family members make. •Do not keep a secret. Tell others im- No one wants it. No one expects it or There is no doubt that a person con- Because of the short- and long-term mediately. even embraces it. Yet death is ingrained templating suicide is in extreme pain and devastation a suicide brings, the •Let the watch, duty, medical or a into the thoughts, the actions, the core of turmoil. Many times signs are apparent Department of the Navy has developed chaplain help. warriors. To avoid death in a military ac- that someone is contemplating suicide, an extensive suicide-prevention program •Inform your chain of command. Let tion, they must train for contingencies but not always. These signs may be dif- to provide options for those contemplat- it know so someone can help. and forge on — even through the terror ficult to spot in a Sailor or Marine, espe- ing taking their own lives. •Find someone to stay with you, if death can bring. cially because of the stereotypical The most important aspects of any you are contemplating suicide, or with When death comes at one’s own hand, strength of mind, body and spirit that prevention program are awareness and anyone you know who may be contem- however, no amount of training and no Sailors and Marines are expected to pos- action. Resources exist on every base plating suicide. Do not be alone. amount of preparation will provide sess. and station and on every ship in the fleet •Expedite. Get help immediately. respite for the enduring emotional trau- It’s hard to admit weakness for most, to help a man or woman in distress. ma inflicted on the survivors — the fam- but it’s even more difficult in a culture of The chaplain, the Fleet and Family Who is at Risk? ily members, colleagues and friends of toughness. Support Center (FFSC), Marine Corps the suicide victim. But the Navy and Marine Corps team Community Services (MCCS), the chain Anyone in the following categories is These survivors often live for years is made up of human beings — people of command, medical personnel, and the at risk: the young, marrieds, the old, sin- with the pain, anger and guilt that sui- who experience ranges of disappoint- military police can all provide immedi- cide brings. ments, financial troubles, relationship ate assistance and support. See SUICIDE, B-7 Sometimes they never recover. failures, B-4 • June 28, 2002 HAWAII MARINE ‘Top-Up’ tuition assistance is available To be eligible for the Top-Up benefit, the person must The benefit is available for all courses that began on ‘Education be approved for federal tuition assistance by a military or after Oct. 30, 2000. Matters’ department and be eligible for the MGIB - Active Duty A copy of the tuition assistance authorization form from the desk of the benefits. for the course, which has been signed by an authorized Joint Education Center To be eligible for MGIB benefits, the person must be military official, will be required. an active duty MGIB participant who has served at People who have not requested MGIB benefits before By Loretta Cornett-Huff least two full years on active duty. The amount of the should submit a VA Form 22-1990 to establish eligibili- Education Services Officer benefit is limited to the amount that the person would ty. On Oct. 30, 2000, then President receive for the same course if regular MGIB benefits The application and other evidence should be sent to Bill Clinton signed into law an amendment to the were being paid. one of VA’s four education processing offices in Atlanta, Montgomery G.I. Bill (MGIB) — the bill the active du- In no case can the amount paid by the military com- Buffalo, Muskogee (Olka.), or St. Louis. ty education program that permits the Veterans bined with the amount paid by VA be more than the to- The application form and the addresses of the offices Administration (VA) to pay a tuition assistance “Top- tal cost of the course. are available on the Internet at www.gibill.va.gov/. Up” benefit. If a person receives the Top-Up benefit, his or her reg- Review the links on the left of the home page. Claims The amount of the benefit can be equal to the differ- ular MGIB benefits will be reduced. The amount of en- should specify that tuition assistance Top-Up is being ence between the total cost of a college course and the titlement charged for Top-Up payments is determined claimed. At this time, the Top-Up program is not avail- amount of tuition assistance that is paid by the military by dividing the amount of the payment by the able to persons who are eligible for the MGIB Selected for the course. claimant’s full-time monthly rate. Reserve program. Rock ‘n Roll legends dazzle, recall times “Take a life when Mark was just 9 years old. walk down “My dad served in the Army during World War II,” he said. “Even though I memory lost my dad when I was so young, I felt a connection to those firefighters who lane with lost their lives on September 11th.” A thoughtful, serious, determined me...” man, Farner was also lighthearted in his conversation with me. He talked about the days when he toured with Grand Story and Photos by Funk, about how it felt to receive the red Steven Kalnasy carpet when they played in New York, Special to the Hawaii Marine and lamented the soured reunion tour with his old band, which was due to con- Remember when you were a kid and flicts with his former band mates (Don your parents told you to ”turn that mu- Brewer and Mel Schacher). sic down,” or asked “what is that junk “I didn’t want to do it unless it would you’re listening to?” and said “that noise be good for the fans,” he said. “This is a is going to rot your brain?” lot of fun, and I love playing the Beatles’ I find myself saying the same things to songs,” he added, speaking of the cur- my kids when they turn on the radio or rent tour. play in their favorite compact discs by This past October, Farner participated Aaron Carter, Brittany Spears or N’Sync. in Volunteers for America. The difference, I suppose, is that the Above — Mark Farner, guitarist and vocalist for 70s supergroup Grand Funk Railroad, was just one of the special guests playing tribute to that decade. Below Left — The “America had lost her identity, and we music I was listening to was Grand Funk second half of the show was a tribute to the Beatles. Below right — Jack Bruce goes wanted to raise awareness of that fact,” Railroad, Cream, the Raspberries, and over the song order before his set. he explained. “By raising that awareness other such rock bands from my youth. of where we were, we wanted to bring Music restores memories, and we all the Nation closer together,” he contin- have a different, personal account of its ued, “to restore the values that America impact on us. was founded upon.” When I heard about a show that was Carmen echoed the sentiments of coming to town that would be made up Mark Farner. He explained his experi- of all my favorite acts from a bygone era ence getting drafted in 1968 — Number — the 70s — I couldn’t resist the oppor- 349 — during the Vietnam War, and how tunity to get in my way-back machine he was declared “4-F,” which disquali- and remember when. fied him from service. The show I am referring to was “A Although disqualified, he continued Walk Down Abbey Road,” which fea- to participate in the ROTC program at tured Jack Bruce (Cream), Todd John Carroll University. Rundgren, Alan Parsons, Christopher “At that time, I was a Kennedy Cross, Mark Farner (Grand Funk Democrat,” said Carmen. “Today, I am Railroad) and Eric Carmen (The more of a Reagan Republican,” he Raspberries). into two sets — the first playing original tions of Beatles’ favorites like laughed, intrigued with the irony of be- The show was billed as a tribute to the works by the musicians, and the second “Paperback Writer,” “I Wanna’ Hold ing a rock & roll musician from the lib- Beatles, with the added benefit of these doing Beatles’ covers. Your Hand,” “Birthday” and eral 1960s to a conservative today. rock legends performing some of their During the intermission, I spoke with “Norwegian Wood.” There’s more to Carmen than meets own songs as well. Navy Capt. Ted Algire, assigned to the The show was highlighted with a spe- the eye. He is the youngest person to be The Blaisdell Arena was the venue for Commander in Chief, U.S. Pacific, here cial tribute to George Harrison, who trained at the Cleveland Symphony. my trip down memory lane. The show in Hawaii. I asked what compelled him passed away earlier this year. When just 2 years old, he began to play proved well worth the cost of the ticket. to come out to the show. As follow up to an outstanding show, the piano. The show began with each of these “These were the bands that I grew up I was fortunate to be able to interview “My aunt played the piano with the men performing selections of their own with,” he said. “I never had the chance Eric Carmen and Mark Farner. orchestra, and I guess it rubbed off on work, interspersed with their favorite to see them back then.” Echoing my sen- Not knowing what to expect from me,” he explained. Beatles tunes. timents, he explained that he may never these classic rockers, I was both sur- Carmen is a thoughtful, deep thinking We were serenaded with songs like have the opportunity again, as the guys prised and impressed by their wit and man, with a passion for life. At the cen- “Hello, It’s me,” by Rundgren; the aren’t getting any younger and the character. ter of his life is his son Clay and his wife Crosses’ “Sailing” and Carmen’s “All by chance to see the legends of rock & roll These two men are very aware of the Susan. “I love being a dad,” he said. Myself.” We were rocked by Grand is fast diminishing. world around them, and they have One thing became very clear to me Funk’s “I’m your Captain” and “Some As lights came down, the second half strong opinions of the events that are from my interviews with these two mu- Kind of Wonderful,” and Cream’s 60’s of this spectacle was about to start. I shaping our world. sic legends. Their love for their families, anthem “Sunshine of Your Love,” by wondered how the second half of the Mark Farner, who was the guitarist, their music and their country are the Jack Bruce. show could compare to what I had just lead singer, and writer of nearly all of the foundations of their lives. Bruce’s performance brought the witnessed. songs for the 70’s super group Grand I was very fortunate, indeed, to be house down and caused a rush on the Every song played that night was as Funk Railroad, was the first to speak briefly associated with them. If you want stage by the audience, by young and old billed. All six of the talented music with me. to see a great concert this summer, take alike. greats played tribute to the “Fab Four” Farner grew up in Flint, Mich., where “A Walk Down Abbey Road. As advertised, the show was broken with their electric and unplugged rendi- his dad was a fireman. His father lost his ”You will be glad you did.

Far Left — Lance Cpl. Cesar 2/3: Jane Wayne Cortes and Lance Cpl. Sergio Correa, events captivate, both squad lead- ers with Echo Co., 2/3, demon- strate the two motivate spouses ways to climb a rope. From B-1 Left — Corporal on cooking with the MRE’s portable heater. Ryan Pusins, an assaultman with “Participating in a day like this helps family mem- Weapons bers appreciate their Marines and what they do,” said Platoon, 2/3, Bradney. instructs his wife Jessie on how to “Now, when these Marines come home and talk handle the about their day, their families will understand what SMAW. they are talking about. It really helps readiness.” HAWAII MARINE June 28, 2002 • B-5

Build Your Vocabulary

ACROSS outstanding because of lion 1. A detective dignity or achievements 6. Keenness of percep- 3. A long detailed ac- or action; eminent tion; sharpness count 8. A nervous state of in- 4. To damage the quality of DOWN decision 7. A procession or group 2. Liable to be brought to 9. Emotionally moving of attendants account; answerable 10. The act of making a 9. Of or pertaining to 3. Smug; flattering, oily, conscious choice rain; rainy gushing 11. To deny or contradict 12. A preference 5. Speech or action caus- 13. Praise highly 14. Notably or brilliantly ing discontent or rebel- (Stumped? See page B-6) Web watch: Sites to help inform √ Federal Trade Commission at √ National Highway Traffic Safety www.ftc.gov. Administration at www.nhtsa.com. √ NASA at www.nasa.gov √ Institute for Business & Home Safety at √ The Money Pit radio show at www.ibhs.org. www.888moneypit.com. √ National Institute of Mental Health at √ National Kidney Foundation at www.nimh.nih.gov. www.kidney.org. √Asthma options at www.MyHealth.com. B-6 • June 28, 2002 HAWAII MARINE

Answers to Crossword (from B-5) Hawaii Marine June 28, 2002 • B-7 HPU On the Menu at Anderson Hall Today Saturday Dinner (For Lunch and Dinner) Strawberry Shortcake offers Baked Turkey and Taco Bar Peach Pie Lunch Dinner/Brunch Noodles Banana Cream Pie Seafood Platter Herbed Rock Cornish Baked Fresh Fish Wednesday EMSIS ≈Fried Fish Nuggets Hen Rice Pilaf Friday ≈Fried Shrimp Grilled Strip Loin Steak Asst. Fruit Pies Lunch Hawaii Pacific ≈Fried Scallops Rice Pilaf Chocolate Chip Cookies Barbecued Spareribs Dinner/Brunch University ≈Breaded Oysters Mashed Potatoes Country Style Steak Beef Balls Stroganoff Press Release Lasagna Asst. Fruit Pies Specialty Bar Steamed Rice Baked Fish Filets Baked Ravioli Chocolate Chip Cookies (For Lunch and Dinner) Mashed Potatoes Macaroni & Cheese Hawaii Pacific Univer- Macaroni and Cheese Pasta Bar Asst. Fruit Pies Steamed Rice sity is offering a cutting- Chewy Nut Bar Sunday Oatmeal Cookies Raisin Drop Cookies edge degree program this Yellow Cake Layer Tuesday Asst. Fruit Pies fall for military and civil- w/Butter Cream Dinner/Brunch Dinner ian personnel from all Frosting Yankee Pot Roast Lunch Baked Chicken branches of government Asst. Fruit Pies Baked Ham Beef Sukiyaki Beef Pot Pie ** The Anderson Hall din- called the Executive Mashed Potatoes Pork Chop Suey Boiled Egg Noodles ing facility will be running Master of Science in Dinner Candied Sweet Potatoes Egg Foo Young Mashed Potatoes holiday meals from July 4 - Information Systems Roast Pork Loin Chocolate Layer Cake Chinese Fried Egg Roll Brownies 7, in recognition of the (EMSIS) at Hickam Air Barbecued Chicken w/ Steamed Rice Asst. Fruit Pies Independence Day holiday. Force Base. Mashed Potatoes Chocolate Cream Pork Fried Rice Throughout this time peri- The program is a fast- Steamed Rice Frosting Asst. Fruit Pies Specialty Bar od, the Satellite Facility (at paced, 20-month gradu- Chewy Nut Bar Asst. Fruit Pies Chocolate Pudding (For Lunch and Dinner) the flight line) will be ate degree program of- Yellow Layer Cake Country Bar closed. Holiday meals fered exclusively at w/Butter Cream Monday Dinner hours will run: Hickam. It will focus on Frosting Creole Macaroni Thursday, advanced technology and Asst. Fruit Pies Lunch Baked Fish Filet Independence Day •During Breakfast/Brunch leadership concepts and Meatloaf Mashed Potatoes from 8 - 11 a.m. be the first to meet needs Specialty Bar Creole Pork Chops Noodles Jefferson Dinner/Brunch •During Dinner/Brunch of military campuses. (For Lunch and Dinner) Mashed Potatoes Asst. Fruit Pies Grilled Steak to Order from 4 - 6 p.m. Classes will be held Pasta Bar Pork Fried Rice Chocolate Pudding Barbecued Chicken •Normal hours of opera- Thursday nights from Asst. Fruit Pies Baked Potatoes tion will resume July 8. 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. and Chocolate Chip Cookies Specialty Bar Rice Pilaf Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. till noon. The program gets un- Worth Repeating: “Have regular hours for work and play, make each day both use- derway Oct. 3, 2002, ful and pleasant, and prove that you understand the worth of time by employing it well.” through March 2004. Only 16 seats are available —Louisa May Alcott for the course. Call 544-0278 for more details.

SUICIDE, From B-3 gles, males, officers, fe- males, enlisted, active du- ty members, family mem- bers, reservists, and re- tirees.

What are the Warning Signs?

•Talks or hints of sui- cide. •Depressed moods. •Impulsive anger. •Substance abuse. •Relationship difficul- ties. •Legal troubles. •Financial problems. •Performance and work difficulties. •Isolation and with- drawal. If you or someone you know is suicidal, it cannot be overstated to seek im- mediate action. Again, suicide is not a result of a character weak- ness or defect. Neither is asking for help.

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NAPS A rhinoceros beetle can support up to 850 times its own weight on its back. B-8 • June 28, 2002 HAWAII MARINE

WWORDORD TOTO PPASSASS FBI Recruits at K-Bay following performances. members, retiree’s and Department of ner buffet, every Tuesday in the Banyan Interested in a career with the FBI?. • July 19 - Aug. 11 at Diamond Head Defense civilian employees.island-wide. Tree Showroom. Price is only $20.95 for Learn about requirements for applying Theater: “You Somebody,” a world pre- The fair will be held on July 30, at the adults and $11.50 for children 4-11 years by attending the FBI career seminar on miere musical by columnist Lee Banyans Club on Pearl Harbor, from 3 - of age. July 8, at MCB Hawaii, Bldg. 267, Cataluna. Performances are scheduled 5 p.m. For more details, call 473-0190. Call the Activities Desk to make your Classroom 2, from 10 a.m. - 4: p.m. For Thursdays through Saturdays at 8 p.m. reservations, 955-0555, ext. 546. additional information, contact 257- and Sundays at 4 p.m. Tickets cost $10 - Windward Community College 7790/7795. $40. Call 733-0274 for more details. Provides Computer Training Bishop Museum Goes Jurassic • July 26 - Aug. 4 at Hawaii Theater: Microsoft has a testing center on the Some of Hollywood’s most famous Navy League Seeks TV Volunteers “Once Upon One Kapakahi Time.” Call college campus and offers training in movie critters will take center stage at the A new monthly TV show called “Now 528-0506 for more information. Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access and Bishop Museum on June 29. Explore the Hear This,” to be produced by the East • Honolulu Theater for Youth: Outlook 2000. world of dinosaurs through a replica of Oahu Council of the Navy League of the Stimulating and entertaining plays for Anyone interested in attending may the Jurassic Park entrance gate, taking U.S., will begin in September on Oahu’s children of all ages and adults are sched- contact Diane Goo at 235-7364 for more you back millions of years in time. Olelo community access Channel 52. uled throughout the year by the information. Hours of operation 9 a.m. - 5 p.m dai- The program will highlight some of Honolulu Theater for Youth. Call HTY ly Admission $14.95 for adults and $11.95 the more unique and often unpublicized at 839-9885 for a current schedule. Hale Koa Offers Magical Birthdays for youth 12-14 years, seniors and mili- activities of the Navy, Marine Corps and Make your child’s next birthday mag- tary. Children under 6 years are free. Coast Guard in Hawaii. DOE Offers Job Fair ical at the Hale Koa’s Magic in Paradise For more information, call 847-3511. Volunteers are needed to help produce The Joint Employment Management dinner show, and watch your worries the show, which will be run entirely by System will be sponsoring a Jobs and disappear into thin air. With parties of Word to Pass Receives Faxes volunteers and local residents who are Information Fair that offers information 10 or more, you receive a free cake. If you have “Word to Pass,” fax your interested in such TV production aspects on various positions in the education Magic and comedy for the entire fam- items to the Hawaii Marine at 257-1289. as camera operations, audio engineering, field. ily, see Magician Curtis Kam and juggler Send notices of Oahu events of general videotape editing, directing and other The fair will be open to active duty Greg Gabaylo perform magic and come- interest to the military community — critical areas like script writing. members, their spouses and family dy while enjoying an all-you-can-eat din- two weeks prior to the event date. Oleo will provide re- quired training that quali- fies volunteers to operate its equipment. Additionally, the Navy League will pay for volun- teer training of anyone helping with the monthly production. Give your time, learn new skills, and pick up certification, as well. Call local council president Bill Bigelow at 373-7867 to vol- unteer, or email him at alo- [email protected].

Aquarium Hosts Tours Each summer, the Waikiki Aquarium offers educational field trips, ac- tivities and special events for the community. Enjoy one of the following: • Tuesdays, July 23 - Aug. 20, 8:30 - 10 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. - noon: Your youngest learners, from 1 to 3 years old, can make ocean discoveries of amazing undersea ex- hibits during “Small Fry.” Through craft, play and guided exploration, this introduction to sea life can’t be beat. Youngsters must be accompanied by an adult, and preregistra- tion is required at $70 for adult and child. • Friday, 7 - 9 p.m.: Explore the night-time reef without getting wet. In this lights-out tour of exhibits, families and adults can discover the changes that take place when the sun goes down. Minimum age is 5 years old, and youngsters must be accompanied by an adult. Preregister for $7 adults, $6 children. • Contact the Aquarium at 923-9741.

WAVES Seeks Members Active, retired and fe- male reservists of the Sea Services are invited to get involved with the local chapter of WAVES, Na Nalu O’Hawaii. Meetings are held every second Saturday. For more information, call Eugenia Woodward at 623-4735.

Theater, Festivals Get Underway If you want to be enter- tained, catch any of the Hawaii MMARINEARINE S PORTSPORTS Hawaii Marine C Section S June 28, 2002 Marines beat Air Force in showdown Lance Cpl. Jessica M. Mills Sports Editor

During the week-long Hawaii Armed Services Athletic Council Softball Tournament, the MCB Hawaii Men’s Varsity Team took the lead over the Air Force by de- feating them 19-18, June 20, at the Earhart Softball Complex aboard Hickam Air Force Base. The HASAC tournament began last week with “double round robin” playoffs be- tween the three teams, fol- lowed by a double elimination final round. Each team com- peted against one another twice for a total of six games each. The playoffs established the seeding for the official tournament. The MCB Hawaii team end- Lance Cpl. Jessica M. Mills ed the playoffs evenly, with Above — Jay Williams, Marine Forces Pacific personnel chief, throws the ball to first base for a double play in the bottom of the first. Below — First baseman Todd Tapper, an imagery analyst with the Joint Intelligence Center Pacific, scores another run for MCB Ha waii against three wins and three losses. the Air Force, bringing them closer to victory. Their first tournament game began with three electric maintenance techni- “It’s not the spectacular Marine runs in the top of the cian with 1st Radio Bn., plays that make the game. It’s first, and a double play in the snagged the ball and threw it the routine ones,” said right bottom. to first two times in a row to fielder Scott Justus, a regi- In the bottom of the second, make the final two outs. mental ordinance officer for the Air Force scored one run. In the bottom of the sixth, 3rd Marine Regiment. MCB Hawaii scored two the Air Force hit a home run According to varsity sports more runs in the top of the and brought in three runs at coordinator, Steve Kalnasy, third, but the Air Force came the end of the inning. the MCB Hawaii team is the back and scored four, ending The top of the seventh was defending regional tourna- the third inning 5-5. MCB Hawaii’s last chance to ment champion, and will be In the top of the fifth, Jerry win the game. The batters going to participate in the Knight, coach and mainte- were confident and scored Marine Forces Pacific, Men’s nance officer for 1st Radio Bn., two single runs. Rose then hit Regional Softball Tournament hit his second home run of the a home run, scoring three at Camp Foster, Okinawa, game and raised the score 10- more. The top half of the in- July 6-14. 6, MCB Hawaii. ning ended 19-18 in favor of “The purpose of the tour- MCB Hawaii kept defense MCB Hawaii. nament is for individual strong and although the Air The Air Force put up an ex- Marines to be chosen to go to Force had power hitters up to citing and strong offensive the All-Marine Trial Camp at bat, not one runner made it to against MCB Hawaii, but they Cherry Point, N.C., where first base. were unable to score again, they try out for the All- Shortstop Jeremy Rose, an and the game ended 19-18. Marine team,” said Kalnasy. Some Marines party while other Marines play Sgt. Alexis R. Mulero That’s why a team com- 11th MEU SOC midfielder. Community Relations posed of Marines and Sailors For the first 45 minutes of from K-Bay decided to play a the game, 11th MEU SOC com- Goal! Goal! Goal! friendly soccer match with the manded the field, mostly a That is a familiar sound in visiting 11th Marine cause of astonishing ball han- many parts of the world from Expeditionary Unit Special dling by forwards Jose A. screaming, soccer-crazed fans Operations Capable(SOC), Flores, an aviation support watching the 2002 World Cup. Sunday at Pop Warner Field. equipment technician and Here at MCB Hawaii, “It’s a great opportunity for Jeremy Brown, an administra- Kaneohe Bay, the trend is no the MEU SOC to enjoy Hawaii tive clerk. different. Some fans would and some good “Futbol” prior At the 15-minute mark, rather play the fast-paced to deploying,” said Ian sport than just watch it. Stevens, a CH-53 pilot and See Soccer, C-3

Sgt. Alexis R. Mulero Above — A soccer team representing the 11th MEU SOC assaults the net protected by Gabriel Jaramillo, a traffic management clerk for K-Bay team. Left — Gabriel Jaramillo exhibits some fancy footwork, forcing the 11th MEU SOC to chase all over the field trying to catch him. C-2 • June 28, 2002 HAWAII MARINE SPORTS BRIEFS Debbie Robbins The Klipper Offers Free Golf Clinic MCCS sports officer no later than July 20. MCCS Public Relations Resumes must list dates, places and finish times of all A free beginner’s golf course clinic is being offered at marathons and half marathons run in the past two years. K-Bay Throws Semper Xtreme Bowling Bash the Klipper Golf Course from 5 - 6:30 p.m. for all active O’Club Pool Closed For Renovations duty military stationed aboard MCB Hawaii. K-Bay Lanes will host its 3rd Anniversary Semper Leland Lindsay, the Klipper’s teaching golf profes- Due to renovation, the Officers Club pool is closed Xtreme Bowling bonanza, starting today until June 30. sional will instruct patrons on swing fundamentals, until mid-August. During this three-day bowling birthday party the rules, etiquette and more. Once open, members and guests will enjoy a tropical first 100 guests will receive free cake. This free golf clinic is open to the first 25 service atmosphere complete with exotic floral, fauna and All authorized military I.D. cardholders will enjoy members who sign up at the Pro Shop or call 254-1745. fountains. free shoe rental and bowl for only $2 per game. Guests For all events, club members and guests should en- of military patrons may bowl for $2.25 per game. MCCS Accepts Resumes For AF Marathon ter the club through the Mongolian Barbecue Pit. Food specials and door prizes are in store at K-Bay The Armed Forces Marathon Championship will be held For more information, call 254-7649. Lanes all weekend. in conjunction with the Marine Corps Marathon, 0ct. 27 in Celebrate today from 4 p.m. - 1 a.m., Saturday from Washington D.C. Enlisted Club Hosts Sports Night 11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. - 1 a.m., Sunday from The All-Marine Team will be compromised of 5 men 1:30 - 11 p.m. and 3 women. Ease back into your work week at the Enlisted Club For more details, call 254-7693. Marines interested in being considered should submit a resume with approved command authorization to the every Monday night during its weekly “Sports Night.” Catch the game, order a round of pupus for the gang and unwind. The E - Club is open seven days a week and wel- Base All Stars comes all E-5s and under and their sponsored guests. For additional details, call 254-7660. NAME: Cpl. Gabriel Jaramillo BILLET: Traffic Management Clerk Sports Ticker UNIT: Traffic Management Office 2002 Intramural Soccer Standings Won Lost POSITION: Sweeper 1st Radio Bn. 2 0 TEAM: Headquarters Bn. Headquarters Bn. 2 1 CPRFP 1 1 SPORT: Soccer 3rd Marines 1 1 • Jaramillo has been playing soccer HMH-363. 1 1 for 18 years. CSSG-3 0 1 Camp Smith 0 0 • During 2001, Jaramillo was selected for the All-Marine Soccer Team and 30 and Over Basketball Standings the All-Armed Services Soccer Team. Won Lost

• The Sinaloa, Mexico, native also 3rd Marines 3 0 coaches the Headquarters Bn. soccer 2/3 3 1 team, which so far has posted a Facilities 2 1 record of 1-1 in the base intramural Ole School 2 1 Sgt. Alexis R. Mulero soccer league. Camp Smith2 2 “Soccer is a sport that requires players to have 1st Radio Bn. 0 3 heart and tons of dedication.” MALS-24 0 4 Hawaii Marine June 28, 2002 • C-3

Soccer, From C-1 keeper by surprise and made MCCS Summer Sunsations take over K-Bay the score 3-0. Debbie Robbins Sessions run Flores kicked a 30-foot scream- Second half minutes were er past goal tender Gabriel MCCS Public Relations Tuesdays through almost completely controlled Fridays, July 9 - 19, July Jaramillo to put the MEU SOC by the K-Bay team, which Lather on the sun- 23 - Aug. 2, and Aug. 6 team ahead. dominated possession of the screen and sign up your — Space is limited to Fifteen minutes later, Brown ball, but got shut down by the keiki for summer sun- the first 30 children. dribbled his way close enough MEU SOC’s goalkeeper on all sations. For more, call K-Bay to the net and slipped in a goal attempts to score. Ensure they enjoy an Lanes at 254-7693. to make it 2-0. “They have a solid team and active, stimulating After the second goal, their goaltender had a lot of Jaramillo, who is also a coach, summer and avoid the Restful Reading good saves,” said Jaramillo. decided that he should switch TV and video game Bring the world to Even though the K-Bay positions with the normal “brain-drain.” your keiki through team fell short, it looks for- goaltender, who was playing From swimming and books. ward to a rematch against the forward. sports to camping and Camping The Base Library and 11th MEU SOC when it returns That switch came to no avail kayaking, Marine Corps If camping under the stars or McDonald’s Hawaii is hosting a to San Diego after it’s six- as Flores caught the new goal- Community Services offers inside a tent is more appealing radical Summer Reading month deployment. plenty to get your kids out of the to your tribe, the Outdoor Program for children of all ages. house and into the summer ex- Recreation Center rents camp- Kids may turn in completed perience. ing equipment from fishing rods reading logs in exchange for and reels, to tents, lanterns, McDonald’s food certificates Sailing horseshoes, picnic canopies, surf and entries into the book draw- For adventurous keiki eight and boogie boards. ing to be held at the Summer years and older, the Base Marina The ORC is located inside the Wrap Up Party, Aug. 15. is hosting Junior Beginning and Base Marina. In addition to the Summer Junior Intermediate Sailing Reading Program, the Base lessons now throughout the K-Bay Lanes Library will also hold, “Pet’s summer for $99. MCB Hawaii’s K-Bay Lanes and Kids @ the Base Library,” Classes run for two weeks, invites kids ages 5 - 18 years to Thursday, Aug. 1 at 10 a.m. Monday - Friday, and students participate in Summer Sports The Humane Society will may choose from 9 a.m. - noon Superstars. showcase pets and proper care or from 1 - 4 p.m. In two-week increments, kids techniques, Auntie Lori will Interested persons should will learn the basics in swim- read stories and kids can enjoy make reservations now for the ming, bowling and tennis for games and pet-related activities. best selection at 254-7667. $120. For more, call 254-7624. Sgt. Alexis R. Mulero Forward Jose Flores, an aviation support equipment technician for the 11th MEU, maneuvers the ball closer to the net for one of his two goals scored on Sunday. C-4 • June 28, 2002 HAWAII MARINE K-Bay Sailor spins up dirt on free time Cpl. Jason E. Miller keep their cars upright and Combat Correspondent make it to the finish line. “I started racing 13 years ago The roar of the engines fills the when I first came to Hawaii,“ air. The smell of burning fuel adds a said Hargrave. “It has been an touch of palatability to an almost on and off thing for that long surreal moment. due to my Navy career. I started With knuckles clenched tightly out when I was 18 because I had around the steering wheel, the nothing else to do on the week- adrenaline rush that comes just be- ends, and now it’s turned into a fore the start makes him forget all real passion.” about his day job as a U.S. Navy pet- Hargrave’s car is a finely ty officer, stationed at MCB Hawaii, tuned dirt track machine, which Kaneohe Bay. is currently painted like Petty Officer 1st Class Richard “Spiderman.” Hargrave the production control Keeping race cars tuned is a leading petty officer with Marine time consuming and sometimes Aviation Logistics Squadron 24 is costly job though. more than just your average Sailor. “It’s not as expensive as peo- On days when most people are sit- ple would think,” Hargrave ting at home and relaxing, Hargrave said. “The initial investment for can be found either fine-tuning his my current vehicle was about four-cylinder midget sprint car or $5,000, race ready, with a trailer. grinding out laps in his custom- Cpl. Jason E. Miller I’ve made some improvements built machine at the track. to the car since, but I almost Above — Hargrave stands proudly next to his custom-built midget sprint car. Every Saturday night, the Hawaii Below — In third place, Hargrave (left) races the quarter mile dirt track in under 15 seconds. break even each week if I finish Raceway at Campbell Industrial in one of the paying positions.” Park, near Waianae, explodes with the n’t think a driver like For the most part, his favorite sounds of thunderous engines as cars Hargrave would fit into part of the sport is winning. tear around the quarter mile dirt track anything called a midget. Although, he does enjoy raising and drag strip. The name only refers to money for kids. Hargrave par- Among the top few finishers in the slight variances, one of ticipates in a program similar to midget sprint car, dirt track event, is usu- which is the absence of a the Make a Wish Foundation, ally Hargrave. He has built for himself, wing atop the carriage, that sends less fortunate chil- among the other racers, the mutual re- which makes the vehicle a dren to enjoy motorsports spect that is formed between competi- little slower and less power- events. tors. ful than a regular sprint car. “I would love to go higher in- “When we’re in the pits, it’s all about The dirt tracks are one to the divisions, but for now I helping each other out and having a quarter of a mile long, and am satisfied until my Navy ca- good time,” one racer said. “But once we covered with a clay-like flip over and crash. reer is finished,” said Hargrave. hit that track, the friendships disappear slippery mud, so that cars can tear Although this occasionally happens, “My goal is to eventually race in the and it becomes total competition.” around the corners without too much it’s the better drivers like Hargrave, or Automobile Race Car Association or full Standing well over 6 feet, one would- friction that could cause the vehicles to Rick, as he’s known at the track, who size sprint cars.” HAWAII MARINE June 28, 2002 • C-5 Turn down the temperature when heat is on NAPS venting it from overheating. to a minimum and actually make you feel Featurettes Surprisingly, sweat is odorless. The body cooler. odor occurs when sweat mixes with bacte- Avoid materials that encourage perspira- Here’s a fact that may make some peo- ria on the skin. tion, such as polyester and nylon, as well as ple hot under the collar: the average per- “Although sweating is necessary, most dark colors. son produces enough sweat each day to people like to keep sweating to a minimum •Refresh your body often with a cool fill about one quart (or a small milk car- and prevent the odor associated with per- towel or go for a swim. ton.) spiration,” says Mark Davis, sweat expert •Replace Salt and Minerals — Sweating This number spikes during the summer and researcher at Procter & Gamble. removes salt and minerals from the body. months, especially in humid conditions. In addition to using an antiperspirant or If participating in a strenuous activity With summer’s rising temperatures deodorant daily, follow these recommend- where you anticipate heavy perspiration, comes sweat and body odor. This can pose ed tips to enjoy a sweat-free season: drink fruit juices and sports beverages to re- the problem of how to keep sweat to a •Water, Water, and More Water — Drink place the lost minerals. minimum and stay cooler in summer plenty of fluids. Experts recommend at With these simple tips, you can keep months. least eight to 10 glasses of water per day. your body cool and enjoy the warm days NAPS Although sweat can be embarrassing, it •Choose Cotton — Wear clothing that and nights. Most people lose nearly one quart is necessary as it regulates body tempera- breathes easier, such as cotton. To learn more about keeping cool this of water to perspiration every day. ture by keeping the body cool and pre- Material that breathes can keep sweating summer, visit www.scent.com. Junior golfers learn online NAPS Featurettes

The golf community has teed off with a new Web site in an ef- fort to increase young people’s interest in the game. The site will receive promo- tional and content support from the entire industry. JuniorLinks.com was devel- oped under the World Golf NAPS Foundation’s Golf 20/20 initia- Kids who have an interest in golf tives and led by the United States can improve their swing online. Golf Association (USGA) Foundation. to align the golf industry behind The site’s primary objective is programs that will significantly to build a master database of ju- enhance the game’s growth over nior golf programs in the United the next 20 years. States. Junior programs can register on the site, and youngsters and their par- ents will be able to search the database for the most appropriate program in their area. “There is a tremendous amount of good work be- ing done in the area of ju- nior golf, and as an indus- try we should get our arms around that and en- able people to more easily find the most suitable pro- gram for them,” said Ruffin Beckwith, World Golf Foundation senior vice president. “The re- search we’ve undertaken this year confirms how vi- tal structured junior pro- grams are to the future of the game, and we hope that this Web site repre- sents a renewed commit- ment by the industry to improve communication and to focus on the poten- tial for introducing golf to every kid in America.” JuniorLinks.com has re- cently released feature in- formation on a wide range of subjects, from rules and the environment to swing tips and college scholar- ship information. The content will be provided by many of the organiza- tions participating in Golf 20/20, including the US- GA, Professional Golf Association tour and the PGA of America. “The USGA is dedicated to the game’s future and to complete inclusion,” said USGA President Reed Mackenzie. “Through our Foundation’s efforts, we recognize that passing on opportunity and tradition does not happen in one fell swoop. Continued in- novation and collabora- tion on a national and lo- cal level is a must.” Future phases of the Web site will include con- tent for kids, parents and program directors, includ- ing “best practices” from junior programs around the country and a forum for junior golf administra- tors to communicate so their programs can im- prove and grow. Golf 20/20’s mission is C-6 • June 28, 2002 HAWAII MARINE

HEALTH & FITNESS Three simple changes can improve your health NAPS A recent study through a diet filled halved when fruit and vegetable con- Featurettes looking at the rela- with fruits and veg- sumption increased from two servings a tionship between etables. day to five. A person could spend a lifetime read- fruit and vegetable Eating plenty of Fruits and vegetables seem to have the ing about how certain foods may be ben- consumption and produce is also greatest protective effect against cancers eficial to health, as every day new re- heart disease, found linked to a lower of the mouth, esophagus, lung, stomach, search is published on the finer points of that for each extra risk of cancer. colon and rectum. eating well to stay healthy. serving of fruits or In fact, it’s been A diet rich in produce may also boost Put down the books and magazines vegetables, the risk estimated that diets bone health, cut the risk for cataracts and and turn your interest into action. A few for heart disease was high in fruits and protect against stroke, high blood pres- simple changes can make a big differ- lowered 4 percent. vegetables (five to sure and diverticulosis. ence. The most helpful 10 servings a day) produce: green leafy could prevent at 2. Drink more nutrient-packed bev- 1. Eat an extra fruit and an extra veg- vegetables and vita- least 20 percent of erages. Many people sip coffee, soda or etable every day. A diet filled with pro- min C-rich foods such as citrus fruits. all cancer incidence. fruit-flavored drinks throughout the day, duce is considered helpful to all sorts of Other studies suggest the risk for heart A review of more than 200 studies health conditions. disease could be reduced 20 to 40 percent found that the risk of lung cancer was See HEALTH, C-7 Hawaii Marine June 28, 2002 • C-7

HEALTH, From C-6 More tips to improve your diet: yet, none of these drinks offer much nutritionally. Picking a better bever- •For a quick breakfast: Toss a handful of grapes age is an easy way to get or berries into a cup of yogurt. Sprinkle the top many more vitamins and with a whole-grain cereal. minerals into your body. One cup of orange juice •Boost the nutrition in packaged dinners or side gives you double the vita- dishes: Add shredded carrots, sliced zucchini, bell min C you need in a day peppers or mushrooms to the mix. plus one-third of the amount of folic acid you •Perk up some soups or casseroles: stir in should have. cooked barley or brown rice. Apricot nectar contains one-third of your vitamin •Refresh your afternoon drink: Instead of soda A requirement and toma- pop, combine 1/2 cup of carbonated water with to juice is a good source of vitamins A, B6, C and 1/2 cup of your favorite 100-percent fruit juice. folic acid, plus iron and potassium.

3. Change from plain grains to whole grains. A review of 12 recent studies showed that regu- larly eating whole grains as part of a healthful diet could reduce heart dis- ease risk by as much as 26 percent. Forty studies that looked at 20 different types of cancer deemed whole grains a winner. Regularly eating whole- grain foods as part of a low-fat diet reduced the risk of several types of cancer by 10 to 60 percent. And, whole grains may protect against diabetes. The Iowa Women’s Health Study of nearly 90,000 women found that women who ate more than five grams of fiber a day had a 30 percent low- er risk of developing Type 2 diabetes than women who ate less than 2.5 grams a day. Vitamins B6 and E, along with folic acid, sev- eral minerals, antioxi- dants and phytochemi- cals give whole grains their “power.” Experts be- lieve three servings of whole-grain foods a day can make an impact.

Healthy snacks can lead to good nutrition. A regular afternoon snack of a whole-grain cereal mixed with raisins, plus a glass of fruit juice gives you a jumpstart toward better health.