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Rumsfeld ‘Lava Dogs on the attack’ gives deploy guidelines Kathleen T. Rhem American Forces Press Service

WASHINGTON — Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld gave the world a peek at how he thinks Oct. 17. At a Pentagon press briefing, he described guidelines he wrote upon taking office to help him decide when to recommend President Bush com- mit American military forces. Is proposed action truly necessary? Guideline: “Certainly, if lives are going to be put at risk. Whether they’re U.S. lives or the lives of other foreign nationals, there must be a darn good reason.” Rumsfeld also suggested all elements of national power be em- ployed before, during and after possible use of force. Is the proposed action achievable? Guideline: “It has to be something that the United Sgt. Alexis R. Mulero States is truly capable of RUMSFELD Lance Cpl. Eric Chapman, a squad leader with Alpha Co., 1/3, makes his way through obstacles on the way to doing. We need to under- assault his objective during training at Schofield Barracks, Oct. 18. See the full story on page A-3. stand that we have limitations. There are some things that this country and other countries sim- ply can’t do.” Officials must decide at the outset what consti- tutes success, so they know when they have suc- World Vision fine-tunes security ceeded, he said. Is it worth it? Sgt. Richard W. Holtgraver Jr. More than 30 people from WVI Guideline: “If the engagement is worth doing, Combat Correspondent role-played this scenario, and sever- then we need to recognize that, ultimately, lives al others like it, at Marine Corps could be put at risk. Leaders need to be willing to MARINE CORPS TRAINING Training Area Bellows the week of invest the political capital necessary to marshal AREA BELLOWS — The convoy of Oct. 11 as part of the Security support necessary to sustain the effort for what- sports utility vehicles makes its way Management Workshop. ever period of time conceivably could be re- slowly down an old, dirt road, no Normally, WVI conducts two quired.” wider than the vehicles themselves. workshops a year here. But, due to If there is to be action, act early and don’t re- Trees and bushes scrape the sides current “real-world” events, the or- strict options, he explained. of vehicles, causing a screeching ganization is planning a third for the “It’s important to make a judgment as to when sound that unnerves both drivers upcoming year, including a work- diplomacy has failed and act forcefully during the and passengers, as the group of shop that will train its highest-rank- pre-crisis period to try to alter behavior and pre- trucks push down the barely recog- ing members worldwide. vent a conflict.” nizable, overgrown, vehicle trail. The planned increase in training Rumsfeld said it’s vital to not “dumb down” an The trucks are laden with food and will be a direct reflection of the dan- operation by promising at the outset not to do cer- medical supplies paid for by World gers WVI is facing in countries tain things. In previous conflicts, leaders have Vision International, which must get around the world. made such pledges as not to commit ground to a village of more than 500 people Prior to Sept. 11, 2001, WVI secu- troops or not to bomb below 15,000 feet. who have recently fallen victim to rity concerns focused primarily on “Those promises, those declarations, it seems to the ravages of a territorial dispute African nations. Since that fateful me, have the net effect of simplifying the task for between two warring tribes from day, the organization has had to deal an enemy, and it makes the task for the coalition nearby provinces. with growing concerns in Malaysia, much more difficult,” Rumsfeld said. After many miles of twisting road Indonesia, the Philippines, India, Sgt. Richard W. Holtgraver Jr. Regarding honesty at all levels. and visibility of only few feet, the Pakistan and Afghanistan. Guideline: Rumsfeld said American leaders convoy emerges from the path onto Role-players from Leeward Commu- There hasn’t been much change in must be “brutally honest” with themselves and an improved dirt road. But, just as nity College portrayed armed guerril- the workshop itself since 9/11, be- las in World Vision’s convoy exercise the American people, to avoid making a mission the trucks start to increase speed, at the Security Management cause the basic principles of good se- seem easier than it will be. they are brought to a stop by a road- Workshop held at Bellows. curity management have remained “Preserving U.S. credibility requires that we block manned by a group of armed the same. Currently, World Vision’s promise less or at least no more than we believe men. highwaymen. “A contribution of biggest priority is to get more people we can deliver. It’s a great deal easier to get into At gunpoint, drivers and passen- food and money to my men and our to take the training. something than it is to get out of it.” gers are removed from their vehicles cause will ensure safe passage to the It’s World Vision’s goal to have The secretary stressed these issues are guide- and forced to sit, huddled together in next village.” everyone in their organization com- lines he considers, not rules that could inhibit U.S. a group in front of the lead SUV. What options does the leader of plete the numerous security work- actions. He said, “There may be times when na- “The road ahead has many land the convoy have? Should they give shops. tional security requires that the U.S. act without mines, and we should not let you by. the highwaymen any food and mon- World Vision International mem- clear answers,” noting that his guidelines are not But my men are tired, hungry and ey at all? If so, how much should “hard and fast” rules. poor,” says the leader of the armed they give? See WORLD VISION, A-7

Donald Jones, a Marine vet- Benches add finishing touch to Memorial eran and renowned Sgt. Robert Carlson and a veteran Marine, do- the bronze statue part of Sergeant Leron Patter- mason, Press Chief nated the materials and la- the memorial, said he do- son, supply noncommis- clears a bor to add the benches to nated the time and materi- sioned officer in charge at spot for The Pacific War Memo- one of the the monument. He has als because it seemed like the base facilities depart- bench rial aboard MCB Hawaii, done work on some of the right thing to do. ment, helped Jones work bases at Kaneohe Bay, is complete Hawaii’s finest structures, “It just felt good,” he the raw stone slabs into the Pacific after a local mason added and according to Alice said, as he lifted the slabs benches, and Jones said he War Memorial, four stone benches around Clark, chair of the Pacific from his truck onto the really appreciated the help. Tuesday. the monument, Tuesday. War Memorial Associ- bench bases. “I was a Jones’ work with the The benches, weighing ation, there is no finer Marine, my step father was base and the Pacific War nearly 1,000 pounds each, craftsman who could have a Marine, and my brother Memorial Association was are the final adornments worked on the PWM pro- was a Marine, and I the first time he had scheduled at the monu- ject. thought that helping com- worked with Marines since ment. Jones, who also set the plete this project would be he left the Vietnam Donald Jones, a mason stones around the base of the right thing to do.” Conflict in 1968. Sgt. Robert Carlson A-2 • October 25, 2002 HAWAII MARINE

MCBH NEWS CG’CG’SS MMAILAIL BBOXOX BRIEFS ‘’I think it is very VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR ‘MAKE A DIFFERENCE DAY’ Saturday is national “Make A Difference unsanitary and scary to Day.” As part of that effort, Waimanalo’s own Maimiti Ho has organized a clean up of Waimanlo Beach. live with these creatures.” Maimiti, a 10th grade student at Kamehameha Schools, is looking for vol- BRIG. GEN. unteers to help the clean up effort. Join her Submitted by Tina Zimmer, family member MCABEE and make a difference by volunteering. “My name is Tina Zimmer and I I have gone to Housing for help, but neighborhood. The clean up begins at 7 a.m. at live at 2680-F Daly Road. it seems I get pawned off to some- This area is cut twice a year. The Waimanalo Beach Park. For more infor- I have had some problems with one else, and then to someone else, latest clearing was accomplished mation, call Maimiti at 259-7200. pests, for some time now, and I have and when I told David Chun about approximately one month ago. restrained myself from writing you the black mold, his response to me In reference to the insects, the CHILD SEATS GET INSPECTED about them. However, it seems that was, “All you do is wash it off be- housing unit you mention is in an Parents with children can have their my household is overrun by them. cause black mold is not dangerous area closest to the Ulupau Crater, a child safety seats inspected at two different Below will be a list of critters that here in Hawaii.” wildlife habitat area. For this rea- events in the community. The first is I have encountered since June of I really find that hard to swallow son, the pest control shop is not au- Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon at the Toys R 2002. because I thought that black mold thorized to randomly spray in the Us in Pearlridge. The event is sponsored I have gone to Housing with this was dangerous everywhere. crater for insects. by Kapiolani Medical Center, and Lisa Lai problem, and to me, I think they [Here is the] list of creatures: They are currently exploring in- at 983-6800 has more details. have done their best to rid me and Mice, centipedes, scorpions, rats, novative and improved, long-term The second event is Sunday from 10 a.m. my family of these problems. ants, cockroaches, toads, and black solutions to the insect situation to 1 p.m. at St. Francis Medical Center- However, it has not seemed to mold. you’ve mentioned, in an effort to West, in Ewa Beach. That event is being work. Please help. control its population in your area. sponsored by St. Francis Medical Center I know as humans we can only do Thank you, Sir, for taking the When a satisfactory solution has and the Kieki Injury Prevention Coalition. our best, but when the problem is time to read my letter.” been identified, appropriate actions For more information on the St. Francis too big to fix. I can understand. will be taken to rectify the situation. event, call Seth Nesmith at 637-2664. I am asking you to help me and Tina Zimmer The Family Housing Department my family be moved from this inspectors and maintenance crews PWM LECTURE SERIES home into another one that is a lit- recently performed a thorough in- spection at your quarters, for possi- COMING tle more cleared of these pesky Mrs. Zimmer: problems. ble entries for both mice and frogs. University of Hawaii football coach June You see, Sir, we live at the bottom I have been asked by the com- Based on their findings, they be- Jones will speak at the inaugural ceremony of the rifle range, and we happen to manding general to research and re- gan work to properly seal possible of the Pacific War Memorial lecture series, be the very last home in this com- spond to your email since your rec- and potential entryways. for all in the MCB Hawaii military com- plex, so it seems that we get every- ommendation falls within my staff Once work to all the units has munity and tenant commands, Nov. 5 at 8 thing. responsibilities. He appreciates that been completed, it is our intent that p.m. at the Base Theater. I know when we were moved in- you’ve taken the time to participate both you and the residents of the See upcoming issues of the Hawaii to this home, we signed a waiver. in the “CG Mail” program. other units in the 2680 Daly build- Marine newspaper, for complete event de- But, I am asking you to help break The commanding general also ing will see a marked decrease in tails. that waiver for us. asked the Base Inspector to look in- pest activity. Just last week, I was bitten by a to the problem and ensure that all The mold located in your outside TACKLE FOOTBALL TO AIR scorpion, not to mention the cen- action that can be taken to fix the storage area will be removed, and ON TELEVISION tipedes I have been bitten by, and problem is being taken. new drywall will be installed. All MCB Hawaii intramural tackle foot- the mice and rats that live in our The Family Housing Department The removed mold will be tested ball games will now be videotaped and home. They are overriding us. has been working very closely with in order to ascertain if it is black broadcast at the Kahuna’s Sports Bar and We have not caught many out- pest control personnel from MCB mold. Grill, located adjacent the Enlisted Club side; however, we catch on the av- Hawaii’s Facilities Department to When that test is complete, you aboard Kaneohe Bay. The videotape will erage two-to-six a night here. alleviate the infestation problem in will be notified immediately. be played the same evening as games and I think it is very unsanitary and your area. If further actions to correct the sit- rebroadcast the next evening at Kahuna’s scary to live with these creatures. To help control and reduce the uation are required, they will be ex- at 8 p.m. When people have to turn on mice population, pest control has plained to you at that time. Additionally, fans can catch intramural every light to go downstairs at set up mice traps along the perime- Thank you again for bringing tackle football action on Base Channel 2. night, just so they don’t walk on ter fence line, behind and beside your concerns to my attention. If centipedes or run into a mouse or your building. They will monitor these corrective actions do not two, that is just unnatural. these mice traps daily. quickly and efficiently solve the Hawaii So, I am asking you for your help. Additionally, the Facilities problems, please call Mr. Freeland I will, however, understand if you Department and Labor Shop have at Family Housing 257-2676. MARINE cannot help, and we have to live cleared a twenty-foot clear zone in with these creatures. We will just the field behind the perimeter fence Sincerely, Commanding General Brig. Gen. Jerry C. McAbee Public Affairs Director Maj. Chris Hughes have to make the best of it. line, located behind your building, Mr. Kent Murata Public Affairs Chief Gunnery Sgt. Rhys Evans I am just asking for piece of mind. to deter mice from coming into your Assistant Chief of Staff, G-4 Managing Editor Aiko Brum Press Chief Staff Sgt. Jesus A. Lora Staff Writer Sgt. Robert A. Carlson Staff Writer Sgt. Richard W. Holtgraver Staff Writer Sgt. Alexis R. Mulero (Editor’s Note: Letters of any length may be trimmed and edited in the interest of good taste and brevity.) Staff Writer Cpl. Jason E. Miller Sports Editor Cpl. Jessica M. Mills The commanding general invites input from the base community via C.G. Mail on the following topics: What are we Staff Writer Pfc. Monroe F. Seigle doing that we shouldn’t be doing? What are we not doing that we should be doing? What are we doing that we should The Hawaii Marine is an unofficial newspaper be doing better? published every Friday by RFD Publications, Inc., Responses should include a recommendation that will help solve the problem and must include your name and return 45-525 Luluku Road, Kaneohe, HI 96744, a private address so that staff may respond. firm in no way connected with the U.S. Marine For more information about how to send C.G. Mail, see the MCB Hawaii C.G. Mail page at www.mcbh.usmc.mil/com- Corps under exclusive contract to the U.S. Marine mand/cgmail.htm. Corps. This civilian enterprise newspaper is an au- thorized publication for members of the military ser- vices. Contents of the Hawaii Marine are not necessari- ly the official views of or endorsed by the United States Government, the Department of Defense or the U.S. Marine Corps. All advertising is provided Best yards in Kaneohe Bay by RFD Publications, Inc., 235-5881. 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Seigle MCB HAWAII, KANEOHE BAY, HAWAII 96863 E-MAIL: [email protected] Winners of the Yard of the Quarter competition were honored on Oct. 16 with a ceremony at the base theater. FAX: 257-2511, PHONE: 257-8840 Brigadier Gen. Jerry C. McAbee, commanding general of MCB Hawaii, presented awards to the service members and their families for exceptional yard care. HAWAII MARINE October 25, 2002 • A-3

WWORDORD ONON THETHE SSTREETTREET “How would you respond to domestic Marines from Bravo Co., 1/3, storm into a room during a rehearsal for a live-fire grenade assault course. Lava Dogs invade Schofield violence?” Story and Photos by Pfc. Monroe F. Seigle Combat Correspondent

Devil Dogs from Bravo Co., 1st Bn., 3rd Marine Regiment, made their way “I would notify the to the Schofield Barracks PMO and try to get them the help they combat operations train- need.” ing area for a week of in- tense training during a 1st Lt. Chad Bignell field exercise that began Oct. 18. Adjutant The Bravo Co. Marines HMH-363 Above — Marines from Bravo Co., 1/3, wait to at- are preparing for an up- tack a position in the dense grasses. coming deployment. “We are training for a Left — Lance Cpl. Adam R. Chatfield, a mortarman full company attack,” said from Bravo Co., 1/3, loads a high explosive round into a 60 mm mortar. Capt. John P. Bobo, com- manding officer. “Our The Marines also re- explained Pfc. Benjamin tack. The leathernecks main goal is to get ready ceived martial arts training Spann, another rifleman must be ready at all times for the deployment that and completed the bayo- with Bravo Co., 1/3. “It for an ambush. “Discuss the different options will take place in April.” net assault course at was even more of a rush to “This has been some with the victim and During the training, the Schofield. run in there right after it valuable training,” said refer them to Marines participated in “It’s been some tough blew up.” Huddleston. “I think that counseling different exercises such as training, but we have After completing the we will be able to give an services.” live-fire grenade training, learned a lot,” said Lance various assault courses at outstanding performance where the Marines prac- Cpl. Brian Huddleston, a Schofield, the Marines during our deployment to Erica Furlong ticed room-to-room clear- rifleman in Bravo Co., 1/3. completed a four-day Okinawa.” Administrative ing in an urban combat set- “It’s not everyday that we “movement to contact.“ Bravo Co., 1/3 is sched- assistant ting; live-fire exercises get to throw live The scenario describes a uled to deploy to Okinawa New Parent with the M-16 A2 service grenades.” tactical situation where in April of 2003, to further Support Program, rifle; the M 240 G; and “It was pretty intense Marines know that an ene- enhance their combat and MCCS “heavy guns” such as the hearing a grenade explode my is present, but not tactical skills in the Unit MK 19. in the room beside you,” when the enemy will at- Deployment Program.

“I would be a good listener and find an abuse counseling number and refer them to it.”

Cpl. Nichole Hansen

Oboe player MarForPac Band (Left to Right) Lance Cpl. Luis A. Palma, a rifleman with Alpha Co., 1/3, runs over log obstacles, jumps over a 5-foot ditch, then viciously assaults a 5-foot dummy during Bayonet Assault Course training at Schofield Barracks, Oct. 18. Bayonet assault hones basic skills Story and Photos by Pigs of Alpha Co., 1/3, experience both the senior and junior Marines in Sgt. Alexis R. Mulero more realistic training. the company. Combat Correspondent “We try to make these different “This is the first field exercise the “I would try to get scenarios as real as possible, so that company has done since receiving them to go to coun- Every Marine is a rifleman first. muscle memory will take action, no the new group of Marines,” said seling to resolve But, what happens when the matter if an enemy is armed or un- Lance Cpl. Eric Champ, a squad their problems.” armed,” said Williams. leader with Alpha Co., 1/3, and a na- Marines have fired all their ammu- Pfc. Marvin L. nition and their only protection During the course, the War Pigs tive of Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. Dennard against the enemy is a 7-inch stain- jumped over log obstacles, low “As a brand new squad leader, I feel less steel blade at the end of their ri- crawled under constantine wire, and excited about instructing them with Supply clerk fle? parried and thrusted five-foot dum- proper infantry field tactics.” CSSG-3 More than 75 Marines from Alpha mies. The War Dog training is part of a Co., 1st Bn., 3rd Marine Regiment, “After completing a 10-mile field exercise that its battalion is per- slashed and jabbed during the bayo- movement from Kaena Point to forming across the island of Oahu, net assault course at Schofield Army Dillingham Airfield, yesterday, the slated to end today. Barracks, Oct. 18. Marines were exhaust- The bayonet training began in the ed, but still fully morning with a period of instruc- charged to manipulate tion, followed by a practical applica- the bayonet and the dif- tion test. It wrapped up after the ferent obstacles,” said company completed five to six rep- Lance Cpl. Luis A. etitions. Palma, a rifleman with “We do the training so the Alpha Co., 1/3, and a “I would counsel Marines know how to defend them- native of La Paz, them and direct selves,” said Staff Sgt. Markeith Bolivia. them to Family Advocacy.” Williams, a platoon sergeant with Although this is the 1/3. “At some point during battalion’s first field ex- Sgt. Christopher Fry wartime, Marines will run out of am- ercise in preparation for munition and have to know hand-to- deployment to Okina- Platoon sergeant Lance Cpl. Eric Chapman, a squad leader with Alpha Co., 1/3 hand combat.” wa in April, 2003, it’s a Alpha Co., 1/3, negotiates log obstacles during the Several scenarios helped the War learning experience for Bayonet Assault Course. A-6 • October 25, 2002 HAWAII MARINE ASP tunnels provide ammo security Story and Photos by blend of both aviation and Cpl. Jason E. Miller ground ordnance housed Combat Correspondent here.” Personnel at the ASP in- The Ulupa’u Crater clude 16 Marines and two aboard MCB Hawaii, Sailors, with specialists Kaneohe Bay, is more than trained in fields of both air just another volcanic rem- and ground ordnance. nant on Oahu. Ordnance at the ASP In the center of the crater ranges in size from small lies a very important part of rounds such as M-16 am- any Marine base: the Range munition, to 500-pound Training Facility. But, what bombs for aircraft. is equally important are the The caverns in the crater tunnels underneath the stretch some 274 feet into once-erupting geyser of liq- the landform. uid rock. “Although we have a lot Marine Corps Base of space up here for storing Hawaii’s Ammunition ordnance, we are still limit- Supply Point houses hun- ed as to what we can hold,” dreds of pounds of ammu- Eckerson explained. nition and live ordnance in “We’re only allowed so the tunnels burrowed deep much because of the supply into the crater walls. point’s distance relative to Nine tunnels, whose places like base housing ar- doors are visible from near- eas.” ly any point on base, cir- The caverns are protect- cumvent the crater and ed by more than just the Above — Tunnels dug during the World War II era could have provided a fallout shelter, if necessary. house the majority of all earth and rock that sur- live ammunition on the in- round them. The comput- Below Left — Gunnery Sgt. Eckerson makes his way through one of the nine tunnels. stallation. erized locks on the doors, Below Right — Barely visible when inside the tunnel, its 274-foot length provides a storage area for a large amount The tunnels were origi- as well as the high fence of ordnance. nally dug in 1942, accord- that surrounds the area, ing to Gunnery Sgt. were put in place to deter Eckerson, ASP staff non- anyone trying to steal am- commissioned officer in munition or gain access to charge, as a response and the area. safety measure to the attack “I’d say the items we that ravaged the base a year store here are very well earlier. protected,” said Eckerson, “Our ASP has the only “The terrain alone, plus the tunnel-dug magazines in locks and cooperation we the entire Marine Corps,” have with PMO [the said Eckerson. “Another Provost Marshal’s Office] thing that makes our sup- keep everything we have ply point unique is the here very secure.”

Drug-free troops key to success Gerry J. Gilmore sistant secretary of defense for job in helping to prosecute the American Forces Press Service Counternarcotics, said drug anti-terror war,” Hollis noted. use continues to decline across “When you use drugs, you put WASHINGTON — It’s the military, but that’s not good everyone else that you work paramount to mission success enough. with in danger. It’s even more that service members remain “Any drug use is incompati- important, during this war, that drug-free — especially as ble with military service,” he everyone remain drug-free.” America continues the war emphasized, especially since He said the U.S. military will against global terrorism, the the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist at- not rest on its anti-drug laurels Department of Defense’s senior tacks. and referred to the Defense anti-drug official said here. “Each and every member of André D. Hollis, deputy as- our community must do their See ANTI-DRUGS, A-7 HAWAII MARINE October 25, 2002 • A-7

ANTI-DRUGS, From A-6 drug flow into the United States. WORLD VISION, From A-1 For example, Hollis noted, Department’s annual Red Ribbon Illegal many National Guard members bers received classes on field communications management, Week activities (Oct. 21-23) at the substances play vital roles in community an- medical emergency management and emergency first aid Pentagon. The observance fea- ti-drug education efforts, and al- over a four-day period. tured award ceremonies and so provide aerial and ground re- A brief class on land mines offered WVI personnel the celebrity appearances by Miss connaissance assets to law en- opportunity to visit MCB Hawaii’s Explosive Ordnance USA Shauntay Hinton, U.S. forcement officials. Training Facility. Many of the 92 countries in which WVI Navy-sponsored auto racer Jon military, whether a service mem- Hollis said he relishes sharing currently holds operations are believed to contain land Wood, the country group ber flies a jet, drives a tank or his anti-drug message with ser- mines. Ricochet, and others. wields “a rifle or a pen,” Hollis vice members stationed world- “I think the biggest thing that this training has made me “Service members are role emphasized. wide. aware of is the need to be focused on my own personal se- models for the nation’s youth. He made special reference to It’s important for service mem- curity,” said Christine Hahn, the communications manager Anti-drug venues like Red the “club drug” ecstasy, noting it bers to realize that buying and us- for WVI’s West Africa Region. “I’ve learned not to be naive. Ribbon Week make a difference can injure and kill users. Anyone ing drugs most likely may aid “The Marines have taught us a lot about discipline and for service members and in uniform using ecstasy — or America’s enemies, he said. teamwork,” she added. “We appreciate the [treatment American youth alike,” he noted. any other illegal drug — will be “There is a group of terrorists we’ve received] and the knowledge the Marines were able “Each child who hears our mes- caught, he said. that generates revenue through to give us.” sage and sees our role models and “Using drugs is not worth the drug trafficking,” Hollis said. As current events in the world today dictate that hu- decides, ‘I’m not going to use risk of a dishonorable discharge,” “We believe that group will in- manitarian relief organizations educate their employees on drugs,’ well, that’s important. he said. crease its trafficking, especially as what to do to protect themselves from becoming victims of That’s an American life that we Hollis said DoD, since 1988, has law enforcement officials identify the situations they are trying to remedy, WVI is ensuring potentially will save. supported national anti-drug ef- and freeze its bank accounts and that all of its personnel are aware of what to do in certain “That’s something we all swore forts by providing command, other assets.” crisis situations. to uphold when we joined the ser- control, communications and in- Additionally, he noted, “there’s “We’re trying to ... keep a lot of good people safe,” said vice: to protect Americans from telligence support to U.S. law en- lots of drug activity in the Middle Charles Rogers, director of corporate security for WVI. enemies, foreign and domestic,” forcement agencies. East, in Central Asia and “Many of these people could go back to work next week he added. Additionally, he said DoD is Southwest Asia that may support and have to deal with one or more of these incidents. Drug use is not tolerated at the lead government agency for folks who have evil intentions to- “What they learn here could be the difference between anytime or anywhere within the the detection and monitoring of ward the United States.” life and death for them and their coworkers.” A-8 • October 25, 2002 HAWAII MARINE

EEVERYVERY CCLIMELIME ANDAND PPLACELACE LAVs light up desert range during live-fire Sgt. Brian J. Griffin hicle crews a chance to fire their Their moods change from the 11th MEU(SOC) Public Affairs weapons at multiple targets relaxed characters seen earlier while moving — training the in the morning — to those of de- CENTRAL COMMAND Marines haven’t had since leav- termined warriors. AREA OF OPERATION — ing for their six-month deploy- Methodically, the Marines Under the blistering heat of the ment earlier this year, said 1st scan and search through the unrelenting desert sun, Marines Lt. Christian Portiss, executive heat wrinkles rising from the with Delta Co., Light Armored officer, Delta Co., LAR, BLT 3/1, ground, looking for anything Reconnaissance, Battalion 11th MEU (SOC). moving in the 1,500 meters in Landing Team 3/1, 11th Marine “The better our guys are at front of them. Expeditionary Unit (Special hitting moving targets or targets Suddenly, a vehicle silhouette Operations Capable), focus that show themselves for a lim- appears to their left, a few hun- downrange during recent live- ited amount of time, the better dred meters away. fire training here. they are overall,” Portiss said. The gunner shouts that he has Scanning the desert land- “That’s where the training to- the target in his sights. scape, littered with sand dunes day came in.” The vehicle commander re- that appear to melt into the hori- “We were actually able to Sgt. Brian J. Griffin sponds with “FIRE!” zon, the Marines look for possi- shoot multiple targets during si- Marines with BLT 3/1, 11th MEU (SOC), often move positions to prac- The vehicle shakes as three ble targets in the vast, open area multaneous engagements rang- tice setting up assembly areas, a protected gathering area for the ve- rounds, each accompanied by a surrounding them. ing anywhere from 500 to 1,500 hicles and Marines. “thump,” are fired one after the With the aide of their vehicle, meters away and from both sta- other. the Light Armored Vehicle 25, tic and moving positions,” said aimed. The target falls. the Marines can undertake a Staff Sgt. Stephen Bright, master These warriors at the “tip of It’s a direct hit. number of missions, to include gunner, Delta Co., LAR, BLT the spear” are ready for what- Still facing the uncertainty of facilitating reconnaissance, di- 3/1, 11th MEU (SOC). “It is ever may be thrown at them. the training scenario, the driver recting artillery, and “hit and good to reaffirm the crew’s skills Hidden in the sand slopes are of the LAV edges forward as the run” missions. and reassure them that they pre-staged targets, mimicking gunner and the vehicle com- With each LAV-25 equipped [have the skills to] hit the tar- enemy vehicles and personnel. mander (sitting to the right of with a 25mm chain gun and two gets.” These targets are designed to the gunner) continues to scan M-240E1 machineguns, the Marines from Delta Co, LAR, pop-up and remain visible for the landscape, waiting for more Marine gunners are able to ac- spend most of the morning en- only a limited amount of time, Sgt. Brian J. Griffin targets to appear. curately fire on targets while suring their weapon systems are Bright said. A vehicle commander coordi- “This is good sustainment moving at speeds of only 10 ready for action, doing last After a few practice fires to nates fire on targets. training for the crews,” Bright mph due to the vehicle’s stabi- minute safety checks and bore- make sure their 25 mm chain said. “It dusted off the crew’s lization system. sighting their 25mm chain gun guns and M-240E1 machine- Marines begin to drive their ve- memories of what they are sup- Live-fire exercises afford ve- to ensure the rounds hit where guns are in top condition, the hicles onto the range. posed to be doing.” “If you don’t keep train- ing, you can get rusty af- ter a while. It is nice to get out and start doing it again,” said Lance Cpl. Alex Stratton, gunner, Delta Co., LAR, BLT 3/1, 11th MEU (SOC). After knocking off the rust, and polishing the tip of the spear, the Marines complete their daylong training evolution. As they prepare for a night’s rest under the stars in the endless desert, Marines from Delta Co. eagerly await another day of live-fire training. Hawaii MMARINEARINE L IFESTYLESIFESTYLES HawaiiL Marine B Section October 25, 2002

The Military Spouse Cpl. Jason E. Miller Military spouses representing all armed forces on Oahu gathered at the O’Club aboard MCB Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, for the Joint Women’s Conference Oct. 18 and 19. Base hosts its first Joint Women’s Conference Cpl. Jason E. Miller Combat Correspondent

The eighth annual Joint Women’s Conference brought more than 450 spouses of service members from all mil- itary branches stationed in Hawaii, to MCB Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, Oct. 18 - 19. The ladies gathered at the newly ren- ovated Officers Club for two days of seminars and workshops, designed to ac- quaint military spouses while teaching tips on everyday living and homemak- ing. Featured guests at the conference in- cluded nationally syndicated columnist Heloise, and world-famous Hawaiian chef Sam Choy, who both eagerly enter- tained the crowds with their respective areas of expertise. “Sam Choy was just fantastic,” said Photos by Cpl. Jason E. Miler Nico Duncan, the Marine Corps liaison Above — Sam Choy, a world- for this year’s conference. “And I kind renowned and local Hawaii chef, of grew up with Heloise, as did many of received a Marine Corps “Kabar” the women at the conference, so it was fighting knife from Brig. Gen. really great to have her out here.” Jerry C. McAbee, commanding general of MCB Hawaii. Pfc. Monroe F. Seigle Choy used his laid-back Hawaiian an- tics to keep the crowd laughing as he pre- Left — Women who attended the Above — Nationally syndicated columnist pared several dishes and autographed conference were treated to a Heloise spoke Saturday at the Officers Club. The lunch of Sam Choy’s recipes, 8th annual conference marked MCB Hawaii’s recipe cards for the audience. which were prepared in the new- first hosting of the event, especially designed for After Choy’s demonstrations, Brig. ly remodeled Officers Club. women connected with the military lifestyle. Gen. Jerry C. McAbee, commanding gen- eral of MCB Hawaii, presented the chef ed wine tasting and tropical drinks In the eight years since the beginning support we got was just fantastic,” said with a Marine Corps “kabar” fighting preparation. of the Joint Women’s Conference, this Duncan. “We hope that when the knife. “I think that one of the great things was the first time the event was held women left the conference, they went “I really love coming to the base when about this conference is the way it just aboard MCB Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay. home feeling happy, enriched and em- I’m on this side of the island,” said Choy. brings all us ladies together,” said Marines from the Provost Marshal’s powered. “It’s an honor to be able to come out Duncan. “All in the military refer to Office, coupled with Marines from “Having a stable home when a mili- and speak with these ladies. It’s good to themselves as a band of brothers, but as Headquarters Bn., were essential to the tary member is deployed, makes the sit- pass on the knowledge of making great spouses, we’re kind of like a band of sis- conference’s success, which went off uation all that much easier,” Duncan ex- food.” ters — from the spouse of a private first without a hitch. plained. “It creates a better fighting force Some of the other workshops includ- class to the wife of the base general.” “It was really a huge effort, and all the in the long run.”

Time’s running out to contribute to the Thrift Savings Plan Sgt. Robert Carlson which invests in short-term, Standard and Poor’s (S&P) in Europe, Australia and the 504-255-8777. Press Chief risk-free U.S. Treasury securi- 500; the Small Capitalization Far East. The website and the ties specially issued to TSP; the Stock Index Investment Fund, While there is no guarantee ThriftLine are the most effi- It’s open season for the Fixed Income Index Invest- which invests in a stock index that these funds will do as well cient ways to get information Thrift Savings Plan, and for the ment Fund, which invests that tracks the in the future as they have in the about the plan, and to start or new year, the maximum contri- in a bond index fund Wilshire 4500 past — and there’s a chance in- change investment allocations. bution has been raised to 8 per- that tracks the stock index; vestors can lose part or all of Information is also available cent for service members and Lehman and the their initial investment in all of at most personnel offices. federal employees. Brothers International the funds, except the There are restrictions on Eligible employees of the U.S. Aggre- Stock Index Government Securities when employees can with- federal government can start or gate bond Investment Investment Fund — all posted drawal their money, but the change TSP contributions dur- index; the Fund, which positive return on investments TSP loan program can give ac- ing open season. TSP election Common invests in a during the last 10 years. cess to money contributed to forms received before Nov. 31 Stock Index stock index fund The program calculates re- the plan. will be effective Dec. 1. Investment that tracks the Morgan turns monthly, and investors The current open enrollment The TSP has five investment Fund, which is Stanley Capital Interna- can track their results on the season ends Dec. 31, and the funds to chose from: The invests in a stock tional stock index that com- TSP website at www.tsp.gov or next open enrollment period is Government Securities Fund, index fund that tracks the prises stocks from 21 countries by calling the TSP ThriftLine at scheduled to begin April 15. B-2 • October 25, 2002 HAWAII MARINE MCCSMCCS M ARINE C ORPS C OMMUNITY S ERVICES www.mccshawaii.com POSSIBILITIES IN PARADISE By Debbie Robbins, MCCS Public Relations

bold colors just in time for everyday for lunch from 11 a.m. Information, Ticket & Tours held in the Religious Education OCTOBER Halloween. – 1 p.m. Offers Special Discounts — room of the Base Chapel. For Starcuts is offering $5 off any The Officers Club now serves ITT has just slashed the already more information, call 257-7783. 25 / Today vibrant hair color from today – daily lunch buffets as well as an low prices of Paradise Cove Thursday. All clients will also array of delicious lunch entrées. Luau tickets. Adventure Night for Mom’s receive 10 percent off any tem- Daily lunch buffets include Now through Dec. 15, patrons & Dad’s — With life as busy as NOVEMBER porary color product. Monday’s continental cuisine may bring family and friends to it is, when was the last time you Starcuts is located in the buffet, Tuesday’s & Thursday’s experience Polynesian excite- 1 / Friday and your spouse enjoyed an Mokapu Mall shopping center. create your own pasta, ment and still keep a little green evening out? Appointments and walk-ins are Wednesday’s create your own in the wallet. No Smoking in MCCS Parents whose children are welcome. fajita or quesadilla, and Friday’s Entertainment books and Facilities — As of Nov. 1, no members of Youth Activities For additional details, call create your own stir fry bowl. Paradise Cove Luau tickets are smoking will be permitted in may now take advantage of 254-6585. Club members and guests can available at both the Mokapu Marine Corps Community “Adventure Nights.” Youth also enjoy traditional lunch Mall (254-7563) and Camp H.M. Services facilities. Activities will supervise your 26 / Saturday menu items, which include the Smith (477-5143) ITT locations. Under the guidance of the ex- little ones from ages 5 – 9 years crunchy soft shell crab ecutive branch, a smoke-free en- from 5 – 9 p.m. every last Friday Rocker Room Hosts Freaky Sandwich, poke burger, 30 / Wednesday vironment for federal employ- of the month for only $8. Fright Night — It features chopped oriental salad and ees must be established. Reservations must be made in Ghoulish Grub and a Creepy more. Monster Manor — Youth The reference stems from advance as spaces are limited. Costume Contest hosted by a For more O’Club midday Activities will host “terror-ific” Executive Order 13058 of Children must be YA mem- devilish DJ. morsel news, call 254-7650. fun during the annual Haunted August 1997 and SecDef bers. Costumes will be judged in House at the Teen Center, Bldg. Memorandum of Dec. 7, 1999. While you and your spouse the following categories: scari- 29 / Tuesday 477, from 6:30 – 8 p.m. For more information, call are hitting the town, your keiki est, funniest, most original and Ghouls four years and under 254-7641. will be under the guidance of most interesting couple. Spooky Tales & Treats — It’s can participate for free. Goblins supervised, trained staff while It’s free to Rocker Room time for the keiki to get creepy five years and up may enter for 18 / Monday they enjoy crafts and snacks. members and only $5 to guests. and attend the Base Library’s $1. For more information call YA This freaky frenzy kicks off at Spooky Tales & Treats, a All keiki may don their Be Your Own Boss — Are at 254-7610. 6 p.m. Get the gang together for Halloween celebration Tuesday, spookiest costumes. you ready to run your own com- some horror-ific fun. from 6 – 7 p.m. For more taunting tales, call pany? Deep down, do you pos- Haute Halloween Hair — For more information, call the All children are encouraged 254-7611. sess an entrepreneurial zest? Create a horrific hairstyle with Rocker Room at 254-5592. to dress in their costumes as Nurture your business desire Halloween stories are read, MCPD Exchange — The and get the details that will 28 / Monday ghoulish crafts are assembled Military Committee for Persons transform your ideas into a and taunting treats are de- with Disabilities hosts an open thriving reality during Personal SM&SP Midday Morsels — Recharge voured. meeting quarterly. Anyone in- Services’ Start Your Own your day with more than mere The Base Library is located in terested in addressing special Business Workshop in Bldg. nutrition. Enjoy the relaxed and Bldg. 219. needs and disability concerns is 3096, Room 1, from 9 – 11 a.m. elegant ambiance of the newly For more daunting details, invited to attend. Military ID cardholders can renovated Officers Club, open call 254-7624. This Oct. 30 meeting will be make reservations at 257-7795. Does your car have proper coverage? NAPS Featurettes

To get the best value for their money, most people will take the time to compari- son shop and review new car guides. However, to properly protect their invest- ment, consumers need to take a few addi- All events are open to tional minutes to ensure that their auto in- single, active duty military. surance is top of the line. The SM&SP Office is lo- “By asking the right questions, you can cated in Bldg. 219. obtain the best insurance for your needs,” Call 254-7593, for more said Cathy Rein, president and CEO of information on any pro- MetLife Auto & Home. “There are ways to gram or activity. take the sting out of premium increases as- Program Review sociated with the purchase of a new car, simply by making a few smart decisions. Thursdays: Enjoy free “Also, there are many unexpected out- tennis lessons from 11 a.m. of-pocket expenses that consumers need to - 12:30 p.m. at K-Bay’s ten- be aware of, because all insurers are not the nis courts. Call 258-8081 same.” for reservations. Pfc. Monroe F. Seigle Questions to consider before making Syed Ali, an information systems technician for Fleet Logistics Support Squadron 51 (VR- Nov. 9: Mark your calen- your purchase: 51), stands beside his recently bought 1994 Acura Legend. dar to enjoy the Barefoot Splash Snorkel Cruise at •Is image everything? Certain cars look tage? If your new vehicle comes equipped •What does my auto coverage actually $30 per person. great and catch the eye, but you may end with such things as anti-theft or alarm de- cover? It can be worth it to determine in up paying more for the flair. vices or anti-lock brakes, you may qualify advance the level of protection actually af- Nov. 27: You won’t want Cars that are expensive to repair or tra- for discounts. forded under the terms of the policy. to miss the Holiday Base ditionally have higher theft rates carry •Are there other discounts that I qualify For example, one important question to Thanksgiving Dinner Par- higher insurance costs. Vehicles such as for? Insurers offer discounts for a number consider is, if my new car is damaged be- ty for single, active duty SUVs or sports cars typically cost more in of factors: driving record, certain safe dri- yond repair, will my auto insurer replace personnel, only. Volun- premium. ving courses, the number of drivers using the vehicle with a new one, or take a de- teers are needed. •How safe is the vehicle? Besides en- the vehicle, low annual mileage, and duction for depreciation? suring greater peace of mind, vehicles that whether the vehicle is garaged, driven to “Consumers are often surprised to find Dec. 7: Don’t forget to are considered “crashworthy” are usually work or used only for pleasure. out that their insurers deduct for deprecia- take advantage of Santa’s among the best insurance risks. •Should you raise your deductible? The tion when settling both total and partial Village at the Enlisted Before making your final decision, pay a higher your deductible, the lower your pre- loss claims on their brand new owned ve- Club. Volunteers are also visit to www.nhtsa.dot.gov or www.high- mium. For the average auto owner, in- hicles,” said Rein. “By asking questions be- needed to support this waysafety.org to rate your prospective pur- creasing the deductible from $250 to $500 fore the loss, the customer has the option to event. Call 254-7593. chase. could actually reduce the premium by 15 to either accept limited coverage or secure a (Transportation is pro- •Can I use the accessories to my advan- 30 percent. more complete policy.” vided for all above men- tioned events.) Swim Fan (PG13) Today at 7:15 p.m. SM&SP Benefits Have your voice heard. MMOVIEOVIE TTIMEIME S1mOne (PG13) Today at 9:45 p.m. Make a difference. Get in- Prices: Adults (12 and older) $3, Children (6 to 11) $1.50, City by the Sea (R) Saturday at 7:15 p.m. volved. Grow. Have a Children (5 and younger) free. Blue Crush (PG13) Saturday at 9:45 p.m. blast. Matinee prices are $2 for adults and $1 for children. Parents The SM&SP is about all must purchase tickets for “R” rated movies in person at the box Blue Crush (PG13) Sunday at 3:30 p.m. these things and more. office for children 16 years old and younger. Serving Sara (PG13) Sunday at 7:15 p.m. Single Marines and For E-5 and below, admission is free to the second show on Sailors enjoy many worth- Friday and Saturday evenings only. Sunday evenings, the price Master of Disguise (PG) Wednesday at 7:15 p.m. is $1 for all patrons. while and exciting bene- Ecks vs. Server (R) Nov. 1 at 7:15 p.m. fits. Please show your ID at the box office. Contact program coordi- Phone 254-7642 for recorded info. City by the Sea (R) Nov. 1 at 9:45 p.m. nator Leslie Graham at 254-7593, or stop by the SM&SP office for details. For up-to-the-minute news about MCCS, log onto www.mccshawaii.com. HAWAII MARINE October 25, 2002 • B-3 Journey rocks Oahu, supports Toys for Tots By Steven Kalnasy Special to the Hawaii Marine

October 10th & 11th, the Blaisdell Arena was the home of rock & roll and the Marine Corps Reserve’s “Toys for Tots.” To a sell out crowd surpassing 8,000, Jour- ney put on what was ar- guably the year’s best show, plus in coordina- tion with its “Bright Star” Foundation gener- ated a successful toy dri- KALNASY ve.

The Concert Sgt. Alexis R. Mulero Hawaii concert goers were reunited with the group after a 15-year absence Neil Schon, guitarist for Journey, shakes the walls of the Neil Blaisdell Center in and treated to 20 of the band’s classic hits downtown Honolulu during a concert Oct. Sgt. Alexis R. Mulero including “Send Her my Love,” 10. “Lights,” “Faithfully,” “After the Fall,” Sergeant Warren H. Lew, warehouse chief at Base Supply, and family member Kathy “Lovin’, Touchin’, Squeezin’,” and Although Journey was without long- Wyble (left) volunteered to help collect toys at the Journey concert Oct. 10 - 11. “Anyway You Want It,” just to name a time lead vocalist Steve Perry, who left few. the band to work on his solo career, the band entered a new frontier with the ad- ceeded all expectations and proved the dition of vocalist Steve Augeri, who car- band hasn’t missed a beat. Opening with ried the torch to a new level. Augeri’s voice and stage presence ex- See JOURNEY, B-5 B-4 • October 25, 2002 HAWAII MARINE Sweet, safe trick or treating goes 6 - 8:30 p.m. Sgt. Gordon J. Scott Military Police Department Parents should dress kids in safe, visible costumes Halloween Trick-or-Treat Hours for MCB NAPS tume knives, swords or tridents. Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, residents will be from 6 Featurettes •Make sure children’s costumes are to 8:30 p.m. made of fire-retardant material. It is recommended that parents apply the Treating your family to a happy •Don’t let costumes drag, which following safety tips: Halloween can be less tricky if you may cause tripping. make safety your ghoul, er, goal. Keeping kids safe during the holi- -Ensure your kids wear light colors or put The experts offer these helpful day season is the priority for Dunkin’ reflective tape on their costumes. hints: Donuts, America’s largest donut and -Trick-or-Treat in groups. Make sure •An adult should supervise trick- baked goods chain, which has younger children are escorted by parent or or-treaters under 13, and know where launched the national “Mind Your older children. older children are going and with Munchkins Halloween Safety -Check out treats at home in a well-lighted whom. Program,” designed to educate par- place. •Youngsters should tell a parent ents and their children on important -If there are any suspicious treats, notify the when they’ll be home and be able to Halloween safety tips. military police. reach you in case of trouble or delay. The program is produced in part- NAPS -Make sure that personal items such as bi- •Children should trick-or-treat in nership with the U.S. Consumer Costumes from silly to scary can bring cycles and toys are secured during these familiar areas only. Product Safety Commission and fea- shrieks of delight. hours. •Be sure children save all treats and tures a colorful flyer from Dunkin’ -If you are not going to be home during do not eat anything you haven’t Donuts that contains CPSC’s car’s headlights. Parents can get cre- these hours, ensure that your house is secured, looked over. Halloween safety tips. ative by creating a costume using and all windows and doors are locked. •Don’t let children’s masks block Available online at www.dunkin- make-up instead of a mask. If kids do -Secure pets in your quarters during trick- their vision. donuts.com, it adds that reflective use a mask, make sure the eyeholes or-treating hours. •Don’t let children carry sharp cos- tape should glow in the beam of a are large to allow full vision.

Get kids’ candy inspected at TAMC Halloween origins date from 1800s Tripler Army Medical Center will inspect Halloween candy NAPS who had died throughout By the early 1900s, on Oct. 31 from 8 - 10 p.m., and on Nov. 1 from 8 - 10 Featurettes the preceding year would Halloween had become a a.m. Call Army Staff Sgt. Schiffinger, 433-5888 for details. come back in search of living time of parades and parties. Here’s a trick question bodies to possess. In the 1950s it evolved in- you may find a treat to an- People would dress up to to a holiday mainly for the swer: Where did our confuse and frighten the young. Halloween customs come spirits. Halloween is now this Ghost protection from? country’s second largest Trick-or-Treating Origins commercial holiday and Name Origins Collecting sweets may very popular with adults as The name Halloween have originated in the well as children. comes from All Hallows’ European custom of begging Back in the 1970s, just as Eve. November 1st, All for soul cakes — a kind of Halloween was becoming an Hallows or All Saints’ Day, is raisin bread that would guar- adult occasion again, one re- a day to honor saints. antee prayer for the souls of tailer began importing the- Ghosts, or at least the idea the dead. atrical masks from Europe, NAPS of them, come from ancient These customs mostly and other exclusive cos- In India, the colors black, red and yellow all protect against spirits. Ireland, where it was be- came to the U.S. with Irish tumes and decorating items lieved the spirits of all those immigrants in the 1800s. from around the world. HAWAII MARINE October 25, 2002 • B-5

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PREVENTION MONTH The abused may be eligible to receive compensation Family Advocacy Program such as food, clothing, housing arated, discharged by court can complete the DD Form 2698 separation is revoked, payments Press Release and other necessities. martial, or received forfeiture of and assist you in the process. terminate. In addition to support pay- all pay and allowances for such Compensation begins after What is the Transitional ments, TCP recipients may re- abuse, and Headquarters Marine Corps ap- What is the official policy? Compensation Program? ceive medical benefits and •The separation occurred af- proves the application. The U.S. Marine Corps op- The Transitional Compensa- Marine Corps Community ter Nov. 29, 1993. A victim advocate can also as- poses family violence. If you or tion Program is designed to help Services privileges for the sist you with the application, or someone in your family has individuals start a new life apart length of the entitlement period. Speak with the service mem- you may self submit by com- been a victim of abuse, the from abuse, after a military ber’s commanding officer, a vic- pleting the application yourself. Transitional Compensation study found the number one How do I know if I qualify to tim advocate or staff judge ad- Program is here to help. reason victims remained in their receive payments? vocate for additional informa- Could someone forfeit or lose For more information about abusive relationships was fear •You may qualify if you were tion about eligibility or the eli- TCP entitlements? TCP, contact a victim advocate of the elimination of financial re- married to, or are a family mem- gibility of any children residing Yes. If the spouse receiving at 257-7784, the Family sources. ber and were residing in the with the service member at the payments remarries, payments Advocacy Program at 257-7780 The TCP provides financial home of, the separated service time of the abuse. terminate as of the date of the or 257-7781, or the Legal compensation to abused family member when the offense oc- marriage. Assistance Office at 257- members of service personnel curred, and How do I apply? If the former service member 0074/2110/2160. separated or discharged from •The service member served The Application for lives with the spouse or children (Editor’s Note: October is military service due to domestic at least 30 days on active duty, Transitional Compensation (DD receiving TCP, payments termi- Domestic Violence Prevention violence. Family members re- and Form 2698) is key to receiving nate. Month. The theme for this year’s ceive monthly payments set by •The service member was entitlements. If the domestic violence con- observance is “It’s Your Business,” law for 12 to 36 months, which convicted of family member The service member’s com- viction is reduced to a lower reminding that everyone should be can be used for living expenses, abuse and administratively sep- manding officer or legal office punishment or administrative involved to prevent abuse.)

JOURNEY, From B-3 concert, and winning the autographed pic- ture made it all the better.” the song “Intro - Red 13” from their newest “If you weren’t already a Journey fan, release “Red 13,” Journey showed it is a you should be now,” said Staff Sgt. Ruben sustaining force in rock music today. Villarreal, Hawaii’s Toys for Tots coordina- The highlight of the show had to be tor with 4th Force Reconnaissance Co., af- when founding member guitarist Neil ter the toy drive. “Not only are they a great Schon performed a solo rendition of the band, but they also have a big heart. They “Star Spangled Banner,” which got every- really bent over backward to make the Toys one on their feet and kept them there for for Tots event a success.” the remainder of the night. “I’ll do anything for kids,” said drum- mer Deen Castonovo. The Toys for Tots Drive When Castonovo’s nephew was diag- Journey’s music wasn’t the only thing nosed with cancer, he found himself look- rockin’ the house those two nights. ing for ways to touch those around him. Concert goers who brought a new, un- “Seeing him [his nephew] go through opened toy were entered into a drawing for that changed my life,” he explained. memorabilia personally autographed by Journey is committed to making the lives the band, in support of the Marine Corps of children better. Wherever they play, they Reserve’s “Toys for Tots” program and try to do something for a charity. Journey’s “Bright Star” Foundation. “We want to make a difference in kids’ Leigh Hoggard, wife of Gunnery Sgt. lives” said Steve Augeri, lead singer. Leslie Hoggard of Marine Heavy The Bright Star Foundation allows Helicopter Squadron 362, won an auto- Journey to meet lofty goals. It makes con- graphed photo of the band after donating tact with local children’s charities and toys for the charity. helps them organize fundraisers and other Sgt. Alexis R. Mulero “We have been big supporters of Toys for events that advocate the needs of children. Tots for years,” said Leigh Hoggard. After all was said and done, over 300 Bobby Jo Rogers, a resident of Kapolei, Hawaii, won an autographed compact “We’re big fans of Journey. It was a great toys were donated at the two shows. disk of the group as part of a drawing held at the Journey concert Oct. 10 B-6 • October 25, 2002 HAWAII MARINE Contingency plans to keep On the Menu commissary shelves full Anderson Hall will prepare the following this week: Nancy O’Nell cial ship to Hawaii and Alaska. Today Monday Grilled Cheese Sandwich Defense Commissary Agency McGregor said that products for Lunch Mashed Potatoes Lunch Beef Stew Brownies commissaries in Guam will be Beef Balls Stroganoff Baked Fish Filets Asst. Fruit Pies MCCLELLAN, Calif. — Keeping loaded on a commercial ship bound Baked Fish Fillets Macaroni & Cheese commissary shelves stocked is the for Hawaii and transported from Macaroni & Cheese Steamed Rice Dinner Steamed Rice Oatmeal Cookies Meat Loaf Defense Commissary Agency’s num- Hawaii to Guam again via ship. Raisin Drop Cookies Asst. Fruit Pies Pork Ham Roast ber one priority, and it is working to McGregor added that beef, pork, Asst. Fruit Pies Tossed Green Rice do just that, despite the recent dis- frozen chicken, eggs and chilled juice Dinner Mashed Potatoes ruption in overseas transportation, have already been airlifted to Dinner Italian Veal Steak Brownies Ground Beef Tacos Braised Pork Chops Asst. Fruit Pies caused by the lockout of longshore- Hawaii, and airlift of additional key Chicken Enchiladas Boiled Egg Noodles man workers from West Coast ports. commodity items, to ensure a con- Chili Conquistador Steamed Rice Specialty Bar According to DeCa’s Western/Pa- tinuous supply on commissary Burritos Oatmeal Cookies (For Lunch and Dinner) Refried Beans Asst. Fruit Pies Hot Dog & Sausage Bar cific Region Director Richard S. Page, shelves, has been ordered for Hawaii Mexican Rice anticipating a disruption in trans- and Guam. Raisin Drop Cookies Specialty Bar portation, DeCA’s central distribu- Because Far East stores have their Asst. Fruit Pies (For Lunch and Dinner) Pasta Bar tion centers have been stocking up own central distribution centers, air- Specialty Bar on critical items since June. lift of products to Japan, Okinawa, (For Lunch and Dinner) Tuesday Page said DeCA’s contingency and Korea have not yet been needed. Pasta Bar Lunch Thursday Southern Fried Chicken Lunch plan to keep goods moving includes DeCA’s overseas cargoes are coor- Saturday Beef Balls Stroganoff Salisbury Steak using a combination of air, ground dinated and synchronized by U.S. Dinner/Brunch Parsley Butter Potatoes Barbecued Chicken and dedicated chartered ships to Transportation Command’s Military Turkey A La King Boiled Egg Noodles Rice Pilaf Baked Stuffed Pork Chops Oatmeal Raisin Cookies Oven Browned Potatoes transport subsistence products to Traffic Management Command. The Steamed Rice Asst. Fruit Pies White Cake w/ Hawaii, Alaska and the Far East. MTMC has arranged to accept Boiled Egg Noodles Lemon Cream Frosting Page added that when DeCA first DeCA’s cargo, bound for the Far Spice Cake w/ Dinner Apple Cobbler got word that ships at West Coast East, at the Military Ocean Terminal Lemon Cream Frosting Braised Beef Cubes Asst. Fruit Pies Sugar Cookies Cajun Fish Filets ports were at a stand still, the region in Concord, Calif. Asst. Fruit Pies Steamed Rice Dinner and its commercial distributors be- From Concord, the cargoes will be Boiled Egg Noodles Beef Yakisoba gan to reroute goods to Alaska by shipped on chartered vessels provid- Sunday Oatmeal Raisin Cookies Pork Adobo Dinner/Brunch Asst. Fruit Pies Pork Fried Rice truck, and activated plans to reroute ed by USTRANSCOM’s Military Swiss Steak w/ Steamed Rice products to Hawaii and the Far East Sealift Command. This interim ser- Mushroom Gravy Specialty Bar White Cake w/ by air and dedicated chartered ships. vice will be suspended, as soon as Glazed Rock Cornish Hen (For Lunch and Dinner) Lemon Cream Frosting Rice Pilaf Taco Bar Apple Cobbler West Coast ports resumed trans- practicable, after commercial opera- Cornbread Dressing Asst. Fruit Pies portation to Alaska and Hawaii, said tions resume to the Far East. Mashed Potatoes Wednesday Jack McGregor, DeCA’s Western/- Page said, “We are monitoring Asst. Fruit Pies Lunch Specialty Bar Yellow Cake w/ Chili Macaroni (For Lunch and Dinner) Pacific Region Product Support stock levels daily and taking every Butter Cream Frosting Roast Turkey Taco Bar Division acting chief, allowing com- measure possible to ensure a contin- missary goods to move by commer- uous flow of product.” HAWAII MARINE October 25, 2002 • B-7

WWORDORD TOTO PPASSASS HQBN Hosts Haunted House Leeward Hosts Craft Fair geous can experience the creepy collage will be keiki jumpers, keiki crafts, clown The Headquarters Bn., MCB Hawaii, Leeward Community College invites of Halloween sights, intermingled with shows, balloons and more. haunted house will open for scares today, the public to attend its 13th Annual spine-tingling eerie sound effects, •Thursday (Halloween night), collect Saturday, Wednesday and Thursday, Family Fun & Craft Fair, Saturday from through Nov. 3. sweet treats and no tricks during from 7 to 10 p.m. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The campus is located This Haunted House is located in the “Windward Mall Merchants Safe Trick or This Marine Corps Birthday Ball at 96-045 Ala ‘Ike in Pearl City. upper level of Windward Mall, between Treating,” from 6 - 8 p.m. fundraiser is located at 2413 Cochran The fair will feature a wide variety of The Gap and Suncoast Motion Pictures. At 6:30 p.m. enjoy the keiki magic Street. Admission is $3. hands-on, interactive, educational activ- Cost is $6 for adults, $4 for keiki. show on Center Stage and bring a cam- Volunteers are still needed to assist ities for the entire family, as well as more •Participate in the Windward Mall era for Halloween photo sessions at the with the haunted house and with than 50 vendors of local arts and crafts, McDonald’s Annual Costume Contest, Spooktacular Halloween display. “Spooky Children’s Tales.” Contact Staff plants, a mini carnival and ono food Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information on events at the Sgt. Jones at 257-0074, ext. 269, to help. booths. Entry forms are available at any Windward Mall, call Nancy Bush at 235- Admission and parking will be free. McDonald’s location in three categories: 1143. Call 455-0416 for more details. toddlers (4 years and younger), kids (5 - FBI Recruits Agents 12 years) and teens to adults (13 years Hickam AFB Holds Craft Fair If you’re interested in a career with the Windward Mall Opens Many Haunts and older). The top two winners in each More than 150 vendors selling hand- FBI as a special agent, attend the next FBI •Spooky’s Halloween Town, a cos- costume category will compete in finals made crafts, fine art, ono food and much, Seminar, Monday at Pearl Harbor’s tume retailer at the Windward Mall, has for their age category. much more will be on hand for 27th Family Services Center, Bldg. 193, at teamed up with Mothers Against Drunk •Catch the “Halloween Celebration,” 10:30 a.m. Driving to sponsor “Halloween Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. There See WORD TO PASS, B-8 Entry level salary is $43,705. Horrors.” Call 473-4222 for more details. The coura- B-8 • October 25, 2002 HAWAII MARINE

WORD TO PASS, From B-7 For more information on the Kaneohe Bay office (in Bldg. sion to the Hawaii State Art waiting in line and overcrowd- Hickam Fall Craft Fair, call 449- 216) at 254-1327. Museum’s Grand Opening Day ing the museum. Annual Fall Craft Fair at 1568, ext 100. Call the Navy Marine Corps on Nov. 3 are now available The public ceremony will be- Hickam Air Force Base, Nov. 2 Relief Society’s Pearl Harbor of- while supplies last at all Borders gin at 9 a.m., and art demon- from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. NMCRS Gives Aid fice (at 1514 Makalapa Drive, bookstores and Native Books strations, hands-on activities, Also enjoy craft demonstra- The Navy-Marine Corps across from the Makalapa and Beautiful Things at Ward performances on two stages, tions, “make-n-take” activities, Relief Society is available to as- Branch Medical Clinic) at 423- Warehouse. food booths, and free admission awesome entertainment, the sist service members and their 1314. Located at Hotel and to more than a dozen other family dog show and hourly families with financial emergen- Richards Streets, the museum downtown cultural and histori- prize drawings from 10 a.m. to cies. Art Museum Opens, Nov. 3 tickets are timed for entry from cal attractions will be featured. 2 p.m. To inquire, contact NMCRS’ Free, timed tickets for admis- 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. to reduce Call 988-7814 for details.

T Hawaii MMARINEARINE S PORTSPORTS Hawaii Marine C Section S October 25, 2002 MCCS Bonecrushers shut out Warriors, 23-0 to host Cpl. Luis R. Agostini With three minutes and 51 sec- Marine Forces Pacific Public onds left in the first quarter, Affairs Office Warriors running back and spe- Turkey cial teams player Eric Villareal CAMP H. M. SMITH — blasted the Bonecrushers punt re- Quarterback David Heyman of turner Jameel Butler and Trot run the Headquarters, 3rd Marines knocked the ball loose, which Edward Hanlon V Bonecrushers, rushed for two Villareal also recovered for the MCCS Marketing touchdowns and passed for one, Warriors. leading his team to victory, 23-0, During the second quarter, If you think that a deli- against the Camp Smith Butler, who pulled double duty cious dinner and sound Warriors Saturday at Bordelon Cpl. Luis R. Agostini as a punt returner and halfback, sleep are what define the Field here. The Camp Smith defense attempts to bring down Bonecrushers quar- put the ball in the red zone twice. Thanksgiving season, you The Bonecrushers improved terback David Heyman. However, the Warriors defensive must have forgotten to 4-1 on the season, while the line wouldn’t have any of it, about 1st Radio Bn.’s 5th Warriors remained winless in four games. Warriors defense gained possession of the causing loss-of-downs on both occasions. Annual Turkey Trot. Offense was nonexistent during the first ball when linebacker Tyrone Baugh recov- After three quarters of scoreless play, the The event is a com- three quarters as both teams displayed im- ered a fumble. The Warriors couldn’t capi- Bonecrushers finally put some points on the bined 10k race and a one- penetrable defense for 45 minutes. talize on the turnover, though, and had to mile Family Fun Run In the second play of the game, the bring in the special teams for a punt. See FOOTBALL, C-3 aboard MCB Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay. It gives you a chance to burn off some of the calories that will ac- company your Thanks- giving feast. Tumbling with gymnasts The “trot” will be held on Nov. 23, beginning at 8 a.m. The entry fee is only $15 and includes a free T- shirt. The Family Fun Run is free for both adults and children. Awards will be present- ed to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd overall competitors, along with 1st place awards for individual division win- ners. Along with all this fun, 50 lucky entrants will walk away with a compli- mentary Thanksgiving turkey, courtesy of Safeway. Refreshments will also Mia Allen, Kaila Allen, Emily Dominguez, and other 5 to 8 year-olds attempt to be available at the event. perform a headstand during K-Bay Gymnastics. Information packets will be available for pick- Olympic dreams start young up at the Semper Fit Center, Bldg. 3037, on Story and Photos by formed by world-class gymnasts. Nov. 15 and 16, from 9 Sgt. Alexis R. Mulero More than 120 athletes from MCB a.m. to 4 p.m. Combat Correspondent Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, participate in Entries received after K-Bay gymnastics at the Family these dates are not guar- Many children across the globe Gymnasium, located by the 7-Day anteed a T-shirt on run have dreams of one day winning a Store in base housing. day. gold medal in the Olympics. The first The program is offered to children concept many people directly associ- from the tender age of six-months all For additional informa- Di Rodin, director of K-Bay Gymnastics, guides tion, call Marine Corps ate this historic and prestigious event Hannah Powers, a family member, to her dismount off Community Services with is the high-flying acrobatics per- See GYMNASTS, C-3 the balance beam. Athletics at 254-7590. Devil dogs dash in 21st Dental’s scenic, hillside runs Hans, a signal analyst for 1st MCB Hawaii unit, Radio Bn. MCCS team up Hans captured 1st place in the women’s overall category. for annual six-mile “I didn’t think I was going to competition win anything, but it felt like quite an accomplishment to get the tro- Pfc. Monroe F. Seigle phy,” she said with pride. Combat Correspondent Navy Cmdr. Clifford Weingardt, a dentist with the Marines, Sailors and civilians 21st Dental Co., pushed his aboard MCB Hawaii, Kaneohe daughter Carly, age 4, all the way Bay, and from other bases on the through the course. island of Oahu, participated in “I wanted to push her before the six-mile, hill-filled Dental she got too big,” said Weingardt. Devil Dog Dash Oct. 18. “I enjoyed it; it was a great run.” Marine Corps Community “The participants thought this Services and the 21st Dental Co. Pfc. Monroe F. Seigle was a great race,” said Steve coordinated the race that chal- Runners approach the Dental Devil Dog Dash finish line after com- Kalnasy, the race and Varsity lenged the stamina and en- pleting the course. Sports coordinator for MCCS. durance of all racers. “A lot of them said they can’t The run started on 5th Street When the sweating was over, compete with his commanding wait until the next run.” Pfc. Monroe F. Seigle by the 21st Dental Clinic, with its competitors finished exactly officer. Marine Corps Community slight incline. It then leveled off, where they started, on 5th Street. “I beat him by about a minute Services has scheduled its next Navy Cmdr. Cliff Weingardt, a dentist at the 21st Dental Co., going down Mokapu Road, be- Sergeant Brian P. Geraghty, a and ended up winning the whole competition for Nov. 23. The 5th pushes his daughter Carly fore continuing back up hills, radio reconnaissance assistant race,” he exclaimed. “I guess all Annual Turkey Trot will feature across the finish line. The which took racers on Daly Road team leader with 1st Radio Bn., the training I went through paid fun for the entire family and 50 21st Dental Devil Dog Dash is an annual six-mile excursion through the housing area, up the claimed the overall title, with a off.” turkey giveaways. Forms will that travels up and down sev- gruelling hills to Kansas Tower, time of 40:32. “That was a really tough be available at the Semper Fit eral hills. commonly known as KT hill. Geraghty entered the race to course,” said Lance Cpl. Susanna Center on Nov. 15. C-2 • October 25, 2002 HAWAII MARINE

BBASEASE SSPORTSPORTS Debbie Robbins Joe Au is seeking Is getting in MCCS Retail at 254-7522. MCCS Public Relations command interest in shape reeking fielding an intra- havoc on your Flag Football Makes Its Turkey Shoot Scheduled mural baseball team back and knees? Camp H.M. Smith Debut for January 2003. Maybe you’re Get on target Nov. 2 during This will be a fast- wearing the All persons attached to Camp the annual archery tournament pitch baseball wrong athletic H. M. Smith may now look for- held at the Base Archery Range. league. shoe. ward to the upcoming flag foot- Contestants may compete in Interested mili- Don’t take ball season. Sports Coordinator the Juniors (15 and under), the tary members chances; get in Angela Pittman is currently re- Compound Bow or the should contact their shape the right serving spots. Traditional Bow categories. sports representa- way. For more, call 477-0498. On-site registration begins at tive, and the reps Now you can 7:30 a.m., and the event kicks off should e-mail Joe at get professional Paintball Takes Aim at 8:30 a.m. The K-Bay Rod and Joe.Au@usmc- athletic advice, all Gun Club will provide a free mccs.org Quarter will be crowned. Every while sporting the latest in fash- Let your “inner-predator” barbecue lunch for everyone, King and Queen becomes eligi- ion trends during the Athletic come out. Spend a day practic- and spectators will enjoy free in- Rocker Room Brings Pigskins ble to win the regal recliner dur- Shoe Clinic from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. ing your combat skills with troductory archery instructions. ing Super Bowl Sunday. at the Marine Corps Exchange’s Oceanside Paintball. Many contestants will walk Cheer on your favorite foot- Shoe Department. The field is open Saturdays, 9 away with prizes, to include ball team every Monday night at E’Club Hosts Sports Night Representatives from New a.m. - 4 p.m., and Sundays noon turkeys and more. Mahalo to the Staff NCO Rocker Room’s Balance, Reebok, Asics and - 5 p.m. Select Fridays are avail- the Turkey Shoot sponsors: Monday Night Football pigskin Don’t forget that you can ease Adidas will be on-site to assist able for training exercises and Safeway; Archery Headquar- and pupu party. back at the E’Club every customers with selections and unit events, upon request. ters, Inc.; and the K-Bay Rod Doors open at 4:30 p.m., and Monday night during its week- answer questions. The cost is $10 per person, in- and Gun Club. plenty of free prizes and pupus ly “Sports Night.” Additionally, customers will cluding mask and paintball Call 254-7666 for more info. will keep you and your gang For more information, call the receive a 20 percent discount on marker. Players have the option coming back for more. Enlisted Club at 254-5592. all represented athletic shoes of bringing their own paint or Fast Pitch Seeks Players Each week the Rocker Room (discount does not apply to buying it at the field. will feature a guest bartender. Athletic Shoes Make a shoes already on sale). For more details, contact Varsity Sports Coordinator Also, a King and a Queen of the Difference For more information, call Robert Brumley at 254-7593.

Base All Stars Golf scramble for E-6 NAME: Sgt. Brian P. Geraghty & above, set for Oct. 30 BILLET: Radio Reconnaissance Edward Hanlon V assistant team leader MCCS Marketing UNIT: 1st Radio Bn. All staff noncommissioned officers, their family mem- bers and equivalents are welcome to show off their swings SPORT: Running at the Staff NCO Top 4 Golf Tournament at the famous Klipper Golf Course, Oct. 30. • The native of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, The format for the fun is a 4-Man best-ball scramble. All began running during his first year teams are to be composed of A, B, C and D players, with of high school. handicaps from 0-8, 9-17, 18-26 & 27+ respectively. The fee for the tournament is $38 for Staff NCO Club • He won the Dental Devil Dog Dash, members and $45, for all others. The price includes golf completing the 6-mile course in fees, carts and heavy pupus. 40:32. Prizes for first, second and third place teams will be awarded, as well as prizes for the “longest drive” and • He finished 2nd place in the State “closest-to-the-pin” on certain holes. Championships, completing the mile There is even a “hole-in-one” prize from Sport’s Fantasy run in 4:18. Tours, if luck is on your side. The tournament begins at 12:30 p.m. Entrants may con- Sgt. Alexis R. Mulero • He won the 5k Melenia Run. tact Chief Petty Officer William Thompson at 282-9914 for more information. All entry forms must be delivered to Thompson at the Marine Corps Air Facility Air Traffic Control Tower. “Running has kept me in shape and has Participants who do not have an established handicap may give an estimate (no sandbagging!), and if they’re not already members of the Staff NCO Club, they may join by always been a great way to relieve stress.” calling 254-5592.

CCOMMUNITYOMMUNITY SSPORTSPORTS Trekkers Invited to Hike, Sunday For more details, contact coordinator Hotel and mail them to the following ad- 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. for shoreline fishers. Joyce Oka at 674-1459. dress: Cost is $15 for 12 and under, $25 for Visiting hikers are welcome to join the D. Conroy, Hale Koa Hotel Tennis teens and $40 for adults. Hawaii Trail and Mountain Club, Hunter Classes Offered 2055 Kalia Road Proceeds benefit Haleiwa Joe’s Sunday beginning at 8 a.m. when it takes Honolulu, HI 96815 Windward Scholarship Fund. For more a historic road walk that leads to a Hawaii’s Department of Land & Entry forms are available at the POiNT details, contact Tim York at 247-6671. streamside stroll and a steep climb to the Natural Resources hosts its next series of Health Club. Ko’olau summit. Hunter Education Classes Nov. 8 (from Bellows Hosts Outdoor Recreation From the top of this excursion, you 5:45 -10:15 p.m.) and Nov. 9 (from 7:45 Charity Fishing Tournament will see the “Stairway to Heaven” and a.m. - 4 p.m.) at 1130 N. Nimitz Highway, Scheduled, Nov. 15 - 17 Just because summer is over, does not the off-ramp to Kaneohe. Suite A-212A on the second floor. mean you have to be a couch potato. If you’re interested in participating, Learn about archery safety, wildlife All ages, whether boating or shoreline, Bellows Air Force Station offers plenty of contact coordinator Dave Sanford at 488- identification, conservation and more. are invited to participate in Haleiwa Joe’s outdoor recreation. 4419, for more information. This free class is open to anyone 10 Charity Fishing Tournament, Nov. 15 Learn how to choose the best waves to years old and above who enjoys out- through 17, beginning at sunset (about 6 shoot the curl, as Bellows offers body- All Girl Hike Goes Nov. 2 doors, and attendance is required both p.m.) boarding lessons Fridays at 1 p.m. The days for certification. Plenty of prizes will be awarded in cat- cost is $12 per person and includes the The Hawaii Trail and Mountain Club Pre-register by calling 587-0200. egories such as largest ulua, largest pa- use of a bodyboard. is calling on all wahine to participate in pio, largest reef and largest game for Learn ocean kayak skills, including its third annual women’s only hike, Nov. Hale Koa Offers Tennis Tournament manini (7 and under), keiki (8 to 12), deep water recovery, navigation, water 2 beginning at 8 a.m. teens (13 to 17) and adults (18 and over). safety, and efficient paddling techniques. A standard favorite, but still a bit of a The Hale Koa Hotel is offering a ten- T-shirts ($13) and banquet tickets Classes are every Wednesday and challenge, this outing allows women to nis doubles classic Nov. 15 - 17. There ($10) will be available for entries re- Thursday at 1 p.m. The cost of the class relate to their gender to their heart’s con- will be a men’s and women’s division, as ceived by the Nov. 13 deadline. (Late en- is $14 for adults, and the price includes tent. well as mixed doubles. trants will not be guaranteed a T-shirt on kayak rental for time of instruction. The hike stretches the Na Ala Hele trail The cost is $30 per team, and the entry the day of the event.) Pay for classes and pick up your life and guarantees to exercise away trou- deadline is Nov. 8. Final weigh-in time will go Nov. 17 jacket at Equipment Check Out. For bling stress. Make checks payable to the Hale Koa from 12 - 2 p.m. for boaters, and from more information, call 259-8080.

Tackle Football Schedule and Standings (Records as of Oct. 25) Monday Monday Nov. 1 Other Standings Post Season Play begins Camp Smith (0-5) CSSG-3 (2-3) HQBN (3-2) HQ, 3rd Marines (5-1) Nov. 4 vs MAG-24 (3-1) vs 1st Radio Bn. (1-4) vs MAG-24 1/3 (3-2) at Bordelon Field at Pop Warner Field at Pop Warner Field 6 p.m. 6 p.m. 6 p.m. HAWAII MARINE October 25, 2002 • C-3

FOOTBALL, From C-1 In the final minutes of the GYMNASTS: game, the Bonecrushers gained Certified board when kicker Jeremy possession of the ball after Boyer booted a 47-yard field Warriors punter William Owen instructors goal. booted a well-placed punt, that At the nine-and-a-half- landed at the 1-yard line. provide safe, minute mark, Heyman scored The advantageous defensive affordable his first touchdown, after rush- field positioning proved to be ing for 30 yards. futile when Heyman hit wide fun for kids Boyer put up the extra point, receiver Defonso Daniels for a and adults placing the Bonecrushers 99-yard pass and the ahead, 10-0. Bonecrushers’ third TD of the After a 40-yard punt return, game, putting the nail in the From C-1 the Bonecrushers struck again, Warriors’ coffin. when Heyman broke the plane After a failed two-point con- the way up to young- at the goal line for another version, the Bonecrushers held hearted adults who still touchdown, extending the the lead at 23-0 and kept it that want to enjoy the sport. Nichole Jacobs and Taylor Brown, both family members, and other keiki ‘Crushers’ lead to 17-0, with way for the remainder of the “Gymnastics provides from ages 5 - 8, stretch out their backs. the extra point. game. children with a strong foundation for activities in athletics,” said Di Rodin, director of K-Bay gymnastics. “It also pro- motes excellence to one’s body and mind, accord- ing to his or her capabili- ties.” Within a frame of con- ditions that always put safety first, individuals who are veterans in the sport of gymnastics — and nationally safety cer- tified by USA Gymnastics — teach the classes. “The instructors and I strive to promote quality instruction to the best of each student’s ability,” said Rodin. The level of training taught is divided into a myriad of classes special- izing on the students’ ages and skills. Children ages six- months to three-years-old may participate in the various “Mom and Me” classes, in which one of the parents assists the in- structor with their child throughout the session. All other age groups do not need parental assis- tance. Another plus about the program is the opportuni- ty to quickly develop breathtaking acrobatic skills. “I believe the students can develop the skills at a fast pace because of the personal attention given to them in small group classes and the noncom- petitive spirit that gives all of them room to grow.” Additionally, the monthly cost of the pro- gram comes at an afford- able price that may vary depending on the age and the amount of days at- tended by enrolling stu- dents. “The prices for the classes are very inexpen- sive,” said Rodin. “What your kids can get out of this program here would cost at least twice as much out in town.” All in all, K-Bay Gymnastics provides base athletes, regardless of age, an opportunity to im- prove their fitness and blow off steam at a low and affordable price. “After completing my homework, this is like a vacation,” said Bea Rodin, a 13-year-old family member. “It’s a fun place where you can let out en- ergy and forget about all your problems.” Anyone interested in participating in the pro- gram may assist with the Halloween Party and Gym Team Exhibition, to be held at the Family Gymnasium Oct. 26 from 2 - 4 p.m., or attend any of the regular classes throughout the week. For more information, contact Di Rodin at 479- 3273, or call the Youth Activities Center at 254- 7610. C-6 • October 25, 2002 HAWAII MARINE Chickenpox shots recommended after first birthday NAPS chickenpox after being vaccinated. Featurettes Although this is possible, such cases are generally much milder. Recommended According to a recent survey, parents Some parents also thought that the of children aged 4 through 12 were vaccine would wear off over time. Children’s more reluctant to vaccinate their chil- There is no clear evidence of waning dren against chickenpox compared to immunity among people who have Vaccination several other childhood diseases. been vaccinated for chickenpox. The survey of more than 1,000 par- In addition, the survey findings re- ents found that although 97 percent vealed the importance of health care Schedule knew a chickenpox vaccine is available, providers in parents’ decision to vacci- only 64 percent had taken action to pro- nate their children against chickenpox. •Hepatitis B, Influenza: tect their child. The same parents re- Almost all parents (90 percent) chose to At 2 months, 4 months and 15 months ported vaccination rates of 90 percent vaccinate their child if their health care or greater for other childhood diseases. provider recommended the vaccine. A •Diphtheria, Tetanus, Acellular The findings suggest that parents’ majority of parents said their health Pertussis: misperceptions about the potential se- care provider’s recommendation was At 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, 15 riousness of chickenpox may be to the primary reason they chose to vac- months, and 4-6 years. blame. cinate. “What we’ve learned is that in many The CDC recommends that children •Tetanus, Diphtheria Booster: cases parents are making the decision be vaccinated against chickenpox after At 11-16 years not to vaccinate based on mispercep- their first birthday. The chickenpox tions or misinformation,” said Tammy vaccine is not for everyone, however. •Poliovirus: Tempfer, MSN, National Association For example, the vaccine is discour- At 2 months, 4 months, 15 months, and for Pediatric Nurse Practitioners. aged for persons with a history of hy- 4-6 years “Many of these unvaccinated children persensitivity to any component of the between the ages of 4 and 12 may con- vaccine, including gelatin. •Measles, Mumps, Rubella: tract the disease later in life. Parents should talk to their health At 12-15 months and 4-6 years “Pediatric health experts, including care provider about whether vaccina- the Centers for Disease Control and tion is right for their child. As with any •Varicella Virus: Prevention and NAPNAP, agree that vaccine, the chickenpox vaccine does At 12 months to 16 years. (Children older than 13 years should get vaccination is the best way to protect NAPS not result in a protective effect in all against serious complications that may vaccines. Adverse reactions that have a second shot 4 weeks after the first.) result from chickenpox.” The CDC recommends vaccination been reported with the use of the chick- against chickenpox as the best way to The survey findings showed that protect against the severe complica- enpox vaccine include fever, injection •PPD (Purified Protein Derivative of many parents don’t realize chickenpox tions associated with the disease. site complaints and rash (injection site Tuberculin): can be a serious disease. For example, and generalized). At 12 months, 4-6 years, and 14-16 years chickenpox can lead to pneumonia, en- to catch the disease naturally than to For more information about the side cephalitis, skin infections, scarring or get the vaccine. In fact, complications effects associated with the vaccine, talk (Editor’s Note: Information provided cour- even death. Many parents were un- associated with the vaccine are ex- to your health care provider. tesy of the Branch Medical Clinic at MCB aware of these consequences. tremely rare. (Editor’s Note: The survey was con- Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay.) About a third of the non-vaccinating Another concern expressed by par- ducted by Harris Interactive on behalf of parents even think it’s better for a child ents is that a child may still develop NAPNAP and Merck & Co. Inc.) HAWAII MARINE October 25, 2002 • C-7 Marine veteran runs in Ironman to honor heroes John Gunn Special to the Hawaii Marine

KAILUA-KONA, Hawaii — Larry Parker’s race number at Kailua- Kona in Hawaii said it all — 343. The New York firefight- er, a Marine veteran, wore it to remember the 343 firefighters who died in the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center, the Asso- ciated Press reported. Parker, of Ladder 129 in Queens, also wore a T- shirt with the names of all 343 printed on the back for the bicycle ride and run of the Ironman Triathlon World Champi- onship. “There were some rough spots, and they car- ried me,” said the 39-year- old Parker, from Amity- ville, N.Y., after he fin- ished the 2.4-mile ocean swim, 112-mile bicycle ride and 26.2-mile marathon in 10 hours and 17 minutes. His time was 8 minutes faster than his finish in the 2000 race. “It wasn’t for me this time, so it didn’t matter how I did,” he said. “It was very emotional. I got too emotional three times on the course and hyper- ventilated. “The cameras were fol- lowing me and I lost it.” Parker was on vacation training for last year’s race at the time of the at- tacks. He spent the next two weeks helping in the rescue effort at the World Trade Center. He cancelled plans for last year’s race and then had trouble getting moti- vated to try again this year, the AP said. But running in memory of his fallen brothers mo- tivated him again. “I’ll never forget these guys,” he said, “I knew a lot of them.” The crowds and volun- teers were also support- ive, Parker said. “They al- so lifted me. It was a mag- ical day.”

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NAPS The rainiest spot in the U.S. is Mount Waialeale, Hawaii, with an average an- nual rainfall of 460 inches. C-8 • October 25, 2002 HAWAII MARINE Stationary bike challenge underway, today Kelly Kedge Entry Rules: rie output is the winner. All Bike Challenge participants will re- Public Works Division, MCB Hawaii The team placing will be displayed on ceive a complimentary gift. -Each team must be registered before a board at the Bike Challenge, but totals The Energy Week Bike Challenge per- The First Navy Marine Corps Energy the Bike Challenge. will not be shown — to encourage every petual plaque will be displayed. Week Stationary Bike Challenge invites -Each team must have five adult mem- team’s best effort. For more information on this event, you to put together your best exercise bers (18 years or older), and all members The winning team will have its photo Navy teams should contact Kevin Saito, bike riding team and show off your stuff. must be Department of the Navy mem- printed in the Hawaii Navy News, U.S. the ComNavRegHawaii energy manag- Navy and Marine Corps teams across bers (active duty, retired, civil service, Naval Base, Pearl Harbor, publication er, at 471-1170, ext. 215. the island will be competing to see which spouse or other family member). and have its team name and activity Marine Corps teams should contact team can raise energy awareness by gen- -Each team must have 10 minutes for sponsor engraved on a permanently Kelly Kedge, program analyst at MCB erating the most energy in this fun and their “run.” mounted nameplate on the Energy Week Hawaii’s Public Works Division, Bldg. competitive event, today from 10 a.m. to -Each team member must ride the ex- Bike Challenge perpetual plaque. 242, at 257-2171, ext. 247. 2 p.m. at the Bloch Arena aboard Pearl ercise bike. No entry fee is required to participate Harbor. -The team with the highest total calo- Prizes to be awarded: in this event. Before hikes, give your Caring for your child’s feet feet needed protections NAPS Shoes should measure up Featurettes to the sport, comfort, safety All seasons are the right ones for a vigor- NAPS heeled shoes. Alternate Proper foot care is impor- ous walk or hike in the Featurettes them with good quality tant to the overall health woods. sneakers or flat shoes. of children. Nature has many While youngsters may 6. Don’t buy shoes that Go to a podiatrist at the wonders to show us want to “toe” the fashion need a “break-in” period. first sign of foot prob- throughout the year. line when it comes to Good shoes should feel lems. So, in order to give her footwear, a parent is comfortable right away. your full attention more likely to put his or 7. For athletic activi- For a list of shoes that while out on your next her foot down on the side ties, choose a shoe that is have received the expedition, make sure of safety and health. designed for the sport American Podiatric Me- that your feet stay com- Unfortunately, some of your children will be dical Association’s Seal of fortable and out of trou- the most trendy shoe playing. Acceptance and more de- ble. styles do not provide 8. Be aware that chil- tails on foot care, visit Foot problems, espe- proper support for the dren might not complain www. apma.org or call 1- cially hot spots and blis- feet. about foot discomfort. 800-FOOTCARE. ters, are easy to develop Certain shoes, such as during a hike. platforms and sandals, Fortunately, there are can cause serious prob- steps you can take to lems such as ankle keep your feet healthy sprains, ingrown toe- through all your out- NAPS nails, bunions, blisters, door adventures, say It can be a hard road without proper fitting shoes and ap- calluses and painful ten- experts at the American propriate socks when you set out to enjoy nature on a hike. donitis. Podiatric Medical To help parents and Association: allow them to dry whenever possible. children walk away hap- 8. Wear clean socks and change them py from a shoe-shopping 1. Trim your toe nails straight across often. expedition, the experts at before beginning a hike. 9. Apply moleskin at hot spots to ab- the American Podiatric 2. Wear well-fitting boots designed for sorb friction at the first sign of redness. Medical Association offer the environment you’ll be in. 10. If a blister develops, pop it with a these tips: 3. When shopping for boots, wear the sterile pin or needle but do not remove socks you’ll wear on the trail. the skin on top. Apply an antiseptic and 1. Check out the shoe 4. Break in your boots before going on cover with a bandage. itself. Look for stiff ma- long hikes. terial on either side of the 5. Never walk around with laces un- Remember to always treat foot ail- heel, adequate cushion- tied. ments immediately. With the help of a ing and a built-in arch. 6. Don’t wear cotton socks. Opt for a podiatrist, foot problems need not lead The shoe should bend wool- or acrylic-blend that wicks mois- to serious complications. at the ball of the foot, not ture away and keeps feet dry. To learn more, call 1-800-FOOTCARE in the middle. 7. Take off your boots and socks and or visit www.apma.org. 2. Always have your child’s feet measured every time you purchase new shoes, as children’s feet change sizes rapidly. 3. Shoes should not slip off the heels. NAPS 4. High-tops or boots To help parents guide kids toward choosing healthy generally help prevent fitting shoes, the American Podiatric Medical ankle sprains. Association has designated a Seal of Acceptance to manufacturers’ products that aid in foot health. Many 5. Limit the time chil- recommendations and tips can be found at the asso- dren wear platform or ciation’s Web site: www.apma.org. HAWAII MARINE October 25, 2002 • C-9

SSPORPORTSTS AROUNDAROUND THETHE CCORPSORPS

Sgt. Zachary A. Bathon Above — The Marine team moves the ball past a German defender during the soccer match. Below Right — The Marines apply defensive pressure on the Germans during the basketball game. Connecting 24th MEU Marines unite with Germans for sports competitions in Kosovo

Sgt. Zachary A. Bathon 24th MEU Public Affairs

PRIZREN, Kosovo — Marines from the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) and sol- diers from the German Army recently gathered for an after- noon of friendly competition in soccer and basketball. The Marines finished on top in both sports, winning the soccer match, 3-0, and the basketball game, 88-51. Nonetheless, good times were had by all, as the afternoon ended with both groups smiling and joking and posing for group photos. Sgt. Zachary A. Bathon The 24th MEU(SOC) is in Kosovo on a regularly scheduled Lance Cpl. Kevin R. James shoots a lay up for two training mission during its six-month deployment to the points during the basketball game. Mediterranean.

Lance Cpl. Alexander Whitney C-10 • October 25, 2002 HAWAII MARINE

FOOD FOR THOUGHT, FOOD FOR HEALTH Most-asked nutrition questions get answers NAPS such as dairy foods may protect at the same time. delicious meals the whole fami- Featurettes you from high blood pressure Book topics cover everything ly will enjoy. and colon cancer, along with from supermarket shopping (Editor’s Note: A food and nu- Registered dietitian and na- promoting healthy bones. and eating out, to feeding kids, trition expert, Roberta Larson tionally recognized author discussing today’s “hot” food Duyff is a registered dietitian and Roberta Larson Duyff offers Functional food is a nutrition sources that provide insight and issues, sports nutrition and culi- nationally recognized author that these insights on some of the topic that’s “hot” today. nutrition and can help with nary essentials. has consulted to government, non- most pressing food and nutri- Interest in personal responsi- mealtime preparation? Another great resource for profit and industry organizations tion questions: bility for health is on the rise. mealtime preparation is for more than 20 years. Now you can take steps to help The newest edition of the www.mealtime.org. This site Her new book, the American Canned, fresh or frozen, maintain your health and well- American Dietetic Association includes an extensive recipe Dietetic Association’s Complete which is the best? being. Complete Food & Nutrition Guide database complete with prepa- Food & Nutrition Guide offers is a great reference that will help ration time and nutritional in- many tips, information and guid- Getting a variety of fruits, What are some good re- you eat healthier and enjoy food formation for quick, easy and ance on how to eat healthy.) vegetables and lean meats into your meals and snacks is possible with ei- ther canned, fresh or frozen foods. Oftentimes, people think “fresh is best.” Actually, consumers have other great food choices too. A nutrition study con- ducted by the University of Massachusetts found recipes with canned ingre- dients are just as nutri- tious and tasteful as fresh or frozen. This is great news for those who are looking to prepare health- ful meals, and don’t have a lot of time. The benefit of canned foods is that they are picked at their peak of ripeness and packed with- in hours to maintain fresh- ness and quality. Canned foods are available during times where fresh food may be less available. In addition, consumers can even stock up on canned products, and typ- ically that can’t be done with most fresh foods.

There is a lot of talk about “functional foods.” What are they and how can I get them into my di- et?

Functional foods are foods and beverages that may enhance your health or potentially protect you from certain diseases, in addition to providing ba- sic nutrition. With func- tional nutrition, what you do eat — not what you don’t eat — makes the dif- ference. The good news? Chances are, you are al- ready using functional foods in your everyday food choices. Some exam- ples include:

•Many canned fruits and vegetables are high in beta-carotene (which forms vitamin A), related carotenes and antioxi- dants that help protect cells. •Canned tomatoes con- tain a carotenoid called ly- copene, which studies have found to help pre- vent prostate cancer. •Fatty fish have fatty acids known as omega-3s, which may lower your risk for heart disease and improve your mental per- formance. •Calcium-rich foods