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A PUBLICATION OF THE 502nd AIR BASE WING –

LACKLAND AIR FORCE BASE, • www.lackland.af.mil • V ol. 68 No. 42 • OCTOBER 21, 2011

INSIDE Commentary ...... 2 BMT Honors ...... 13 What’s Happening ...... 22

News & features 717th MI welcomes new command sergeant major

18 Airmen begin

P7 812-mile journey to honor fallen comrades P6

Photo by Robbin Cresswell Lt. Col. Patrick Barnett, headquarters Air Force Special Operations Command, Operations Direc- torate, , Fla., left, Senior Airmen Stone Hazlett, 21st Special Tactics Squadron, Pope Air Force Base, N.C., right, and Senior Tyler Knaub, 58th Rescue Squadron, Davis- Monthan AFB, Ariz., not shown, carry batons engraved with the names of fallen Special Tactics Airmen as they march through Sunday. The three Airmen are members of an 18-man team honoring their fallen comrades by marching from Lackland to Hurlburt Field, Fla. PAGE 2 commentar y TALESPINNER OCTOBER 21, 2011 Recycle, repair, reduce ... Editorial staff

BRIG. GEN. THERESA C. CARTER, Base attacks water waste on 3 fronts 502ND AIR BASE WING COMMANDER By Dennis Seeger

802nd Civil Engineer Squadron OSCAR BALLADARES, DIRECTOR, 502ND ABW OL-A Lackland is contributing to Texas’ battle PUBLIC AFFAIRS with the 2011 drought. Civil engineers at Lackland are not sitting it out, waiting for JOE BELA, CHIEF OF INTERNAL others to stand up to the challenge. We COMMUNICATIONS, 671-4111 are identifying and getting projects funded to help secure the Air Force’s water future MANAGING EDITOR, VACANT in the San Antonio community. Summer in Texas is always hot. But for MIKE JOSEPH, most of us, we have never before seen the SENIOR WRITER, 671-4357 state so dry over a one-year period. With JOSE GARZA, just 0.72 inches of rain statewide, July SPORTS EDITOR/STAFF WRITER, 2011 ranks as the third-driest on record. 671-0478 From last August through July, the state received just 15.16 inches of rain, beating PATRICK DESMOND, the previous record low of 16.46 inches DESIGN/LAYOUT, 671-0478 set in 1925. These statistics rank the current Offi ce: drought as the most severe one-year 1701 Kenly Ave. Suite 102 system. Completed late in 2010, the wash- replacement program. Lackland AFB, Texas drought ever for Texas, according to cli- rack is used for the ’s In 2007, we identifi ed 15 independent 78236-5103 matologist John Nielsen-Gammon. fl eet of C-5 cargo transport planes. These pipeline repair and replacement projects (210) 671-1786; Lackland has long considered itself to be (fax) 671-2022 are among the largest aircraft and it can estimated to cost $15.8 million. In 2009, Email: [email protected] squarely in the middle of the battle with take up to three days to wash each plane. we were able to fund the fi rst 25 percent Commander’s Action Line: the harsh south Texas environment. It’s During typical operation, 100 percent of these repairs using $5 million in U.S. [email protected]. much more than the scorching heat that of the water collected by the new system Federal government stimulus grants to Straight Talk: 671-6397 (NEWS) For advertising information: our Airmen must endure in their basic is recycled. The system is fully automatic, begin the work. Prime Time Military Newspapers training programs. It’s a commitment to operating 24 hours a day. During the day, Plugging these leaks represents a poten- 2203 S. Hackberry duty, and the necessity of the base to con- it purifi es the water during discharge at tial savings. The fi rst group of identifi ed San Antonio, Texas 78210 (210) 534-8848 tinue providing the life-dependent water the wash-rack; during the night, it breaks repairs has been completed and we are (fax) 534-7134 that Lackland requires to be effective in its down residual bacteria growth. looking to continue repairs with future training missions. Our fi ght is in support The spent wash water is collected and funding. of reducing the overall water usage as a piped to the recycling system for treat- Reduce This newspaper is published by Prime Time Military Newspapers, a mandated conservation requirement of ment, then made available for reuse. This Reducing water consumption is our private fi rm in no way connected with Executive Order 13423. measure is a major contributor to reduc- third front in promoting water conserva- the U.S. Air Force, under exclusive writ- ten contract with Lackland AFB, Texas. Lackland is not in this fi ght alone. We ing the overall water usage at the base. tion. We expect funding for a proposed fi s- This commercial enterprise Air Force have excellent resource management in Base recycling efforts didn’t stop with cal year 2012 water conservation project. newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the U.S. military ser- our local , the wash-racks. Since 2005, the base has been Our demand reduction project will vices. Contents of the Talespinner are commercial entity that supplies water to purchasing recycled water from a sepa- replace plumbing hardware to low-fl ow not necessarily the offi cial views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. government, the the entire San Antonio community. rate distribution system. This non-drinking fi xtures on a very large scale. Our sub- Department of Defense, or the Depart- Water conservation efforts on base rely water is used to irrigate our parade fi eld mitted $587,000 project will save 51.8 ment of the Air Force. The appearance of advertising in this on supporting three fronts – recycling and fairways and greens at the base golf million gallons of water per year. Lackland publication, including inserts or supple- water, repairing leaking distribution pipes, course. is planning on the funding to contract the ments, does not constitute endorsement by the Department of Defense, the De- and reducing demand for more water. Repair installation of vanity sink reducers, shower partment of the Air Force or Prime Time Recycle The second front of our battle with head reducers, and low-fl ow toilet up- Military Newspapers, of the products or services advertised. Over the past few years, Lackland has wasted water relies on maintaining a reli- grades. Everything advertised in this pub- been proactive in implementing a variety able water distribution system. Lackland has been recognized, both lication shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without of water recycling projects. Older distribution systems typically ex- locally and nationally, for its water con- regard to race, color, religion, sex, na- We installed a wash-rack recycling perience loss of line pressure, and consid- servation efforts. Awards include the 2004 tional origin, age, marital status, physi- cal handicap, political affi liation, or any system for the fl eet of hospital and emer- erable amounts of water can be wasted SAWS Water Saving Award, and a 2007 other nonmerit factor of the purchaser, gency vehicles at Wilford Hall Ambulatory because of leaks. Some of the oldest distri- EPA Water Conservation Leader Award. user or patron. Editorial content is edited, prepared Surgical Center, and we have another bution systems may lose up to 50 percent With a formulated plan that utilizes new and provided by the Public Affairs Offi ce similar recycling system for the remainder of water fl owing through them. technology and implements the simplest of of the 502nd Air Base Wing. All photos, unless otherwise indicated, are U.S. Air of our base vehicle maintenance needs. At Lackland, we determined that our upgrades, Lackland has truly realized the Force photos. Our most aggressive recycling project water losses were about 30 percent. This importance of helping the community by Deadline for submissions is noon Thursday the week prior was a $5.5 million wash-rack recycling drove us to initiate a pipeline repair and preserving our natural water resource. to publication. OCTOBER 21, 2011 TALESPINNER new s PAGE 3 NEWS IN BRIEF OKTOBERFEST AT KELLY CLUB The annual Lackland Oktoberfest Building future Air Force celebration is today, 4:30-10 p.m., at the Club. The event features a free German dinner at 5 p.m., children’s activi- DOD, Air Force offi cials working to prioritize resources, reduce spending ties from 4:30-7:30 p.m., entertainment, an assortment of German beverages and giveaways, prizes and sponsor booths. “These are challenging times, but we have For details, call 210-925-8254, 210- 671-3906 or visit www.lacklandfss.com. a unique opportunity to shape the future of America’s Air Force …” JOINT BASE ENERGY FAIR The energy fair – Gen. Norton Schwartz is Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Chief of Staff of the Air Force Kendrick Club. The event will host energy and utility man- agers from , Lackland By Mitch Gettle of the Air Force Gen. Norton Schwartz. rank and fi le workforce.” and Randolph discussing sustainability Air Force Public Affairs Agency “We will have to make diffi cult choic- Given the scale of the coming reduc- goals at each installations as well as es.” tions, functional communities are tak- innovations and relevant technologies. WASHINGTON – Changes are coming To begin shaping the workforce to ing a look at their processes seeking Other fair participants include Schneider to the Air Force and offi cials are work- meet future needs, the Air Force imple- opportunities to streamline operations, Electric, CPS, General Electric, and the ing with the Department of Defense to mented hiring controls in May, followed Schwartz said. Texas A&M Center on Applied Technology. prioritize current and future resources by a 90-day hiring freeze in August, Additionally, Air Force leaders have The fair features giveaways, door prizes, as part of a national priority to reduce and Voluntary Early Retirement Au- been examining numerous base-level light snacks and refreshments. spending. thority/Voluntary Separation Incentive support activities, looking for better For more details, call 210-652-5205. In the spring of 2010 the Defense Program offerings in September. ways to support Air Force missions. Department began a comprehensive Mandated by the Fiscal 2012 budget, According to Schwartz, the Air Force JBSA TRAVEL SURVEY effort to increase effi ciencies, reduce these actions are designed to accommo- will establish new baselines for many The 502nd Air Base Wing is conducting overhead costs, and eliminate redun- date the reduced growth in the civilian functions across the Air Force. a Traffi c Points of Origin study to evaluate dant functions in order to improve the workforce by allowing the Air Force to The Air Force will also focus on military, retiree and civilian population effectiveness of the DOD enterprise. consider where new positions will best providing the essential services mem- traffi c patterns at Lackland and Randolph This effort focused on reprioritizing support future missions and where cur- bers need and taking more advantage Air Force Bases, Fort Sam Houston and how DOD can use resources to more rent tasks need to be eliminated or re- of local communities and the valuable . All Joint Base San Antonio effectively support and sustain the total duced. services they provide for Airmen and active-duty service members, Reserve, force and most importantly the warf- As the Air Force approaches the their families. For example, some ser- Department of Defense civilians and con- ighter. end of the 90-day hiring freeze in No- vices commonly available on installa- tractors, retirees, and dependents age 18 According to the Secretary of the Air vember, and employees approved for tions, but either not fi nancially viable and older who travel on and around Joint Force, Michael Donley, the Air Force is VERA/VSIP approach separation by 31 or not often used, may be consolidated Base San Antonio installations are eligible following that guidance. December, the Air Force will consider or closed in order to redirect resources to participate in the survey. “We have been examining the full what additional measures may be re- to other places where Airman and fam- Each respondent will receive a coupon spectrum of operations – from base- quired to meet future needs. ily needs are greater, he said. for a free cup of coffee at any JBSA AAFES level to headquarters – to develop ef- Air Force members should expect The Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Express store and automatically be entered fi ciency initiatives that streamline and continued workforce shaping measures, Force expressed confi dence in the abil- to win one of three prizes – a $100 gas right-size the organization and redirect affecting military, civilians, and support ity of Airmen to adapt to change as the card, or one of two $50 exchange gift resources where we need them most contractors. Air Force evolves. cards. The survey is online at https://www. to forge a leaner, more-effective Air Some of the consolidation and shap- “As specifi cs of these challenges start surveymonkey.com/s/JBSAsurvey. Force,” said Donley. ing includes organizational changes at to take shape, I’m confi dent our Airmen Air Force leaders are also focused on the MAJCOM and installation level. will exceed all of our expectations,” OPERATION HOME COOKING VOLUNTEERS shaping the force within the established “Air Force organizations and instal- Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force, Volunteers are needed to man tele- budgetary guidelines. lations of the future may not operate James Roy said. “In the end, we will phones and take reservation requests for “We can’t afford business as usual,” the same tomorrow as they do today,” remain the world’s fi nest Air Force.” Operation Home Cooking. Reservations will said Donley. “We are developing new said Schwartz. “In fact, we are con- “These are challenging times, but be taken from Oct. 31 through Nov. 23, ways of doing business as we build the sidering a restructure of AFMC – our we have a unique opportunity to shape 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. Air Force of the future.” largest employer of civilians – to stan- the future of America’s Air Force, and The program gives families the opportunity The future force will refl ect reduc- dardize processes, streamline decision we are committed to doing everything to share Thanksgiving Day meals with tions in some areas and growth in oth- making and align missions for more ef- possible to balance fi scal responsibility Air Force Airmen and basic trainees. Last ers, he said. fective operations. The new structure with our investments in our people and year, local residents hosted 3,662 service “We will need to reduce overhead will focus on reducing overhead costs the nation’s defense,” said Schwartz. members. To volunteer, call 210-671-8060. and consolidate wherever possible to and redundant layers of management “I have no doubt our Airmen will rise meet budget targets,” said Chief of Staff while largely protecting the command’s to the challenges before us.” PAGE 4 TALESPINNER OCTOBER 21, 2011

37TH TRAINING WING PERSPECTIVE

Photo by Robbin Cresswell 502nd Air Base Wing Commander Brig. Gen. Theresa C. Carter, right, listens as Maj. Photo by Alan Boedeker Manuel Sotelo, 318th Training Squadron Maintenance Operations Offi cer, discusses the Gen. Edward A. Rice Jr., commander of Air Education and Training Command, second from capabilities of his unit’s new training facility Sept. 28. Carter’s visit to the 318th TRS, a left, and Col Eric Axelbank, 37th Training Wing commander, fourth from left, join Air Force subordinate unit of the Inter-American Air Forces Academy, was one of several stops for basic military trainees for Victory Lunch after the future Airmen successfully completed the general, who was at Lackland to familiarize herself with the 37th Training Wing and its Basic Expeditionary Airman Skills Training Oct. 14. General Rice visited Lackland to famil- diverse technical and basic training missions. IAAFA provides technical training and leader- iarize himself with the 37th TRW and its diverse technical and basic training missions. ship development to students from 21 Latin American partner nations. PAGE 6 TALESPINNER OCTOBER 21, 2011 Airmen march to honor fallen heroes Special Tactics teams embark on 812-mile ruck march from Lackland to Hurlburt Field

By Mike Joseph Senior Writer

When dawn broke Sunday morning, 18 active-duty Airmen began their trek from Lackland, a memorial ruck sack march in honor of 17 fallen special tactics teammates killed in Iraq and Afghanistan. An estimated 812 miles later, on Wednesday, the Warrior Air- men will arrive at Hurlburt Field, Fla. On the way, six three-man teams will relay through fi ve states, 24 hours a day, averaging 12.5 miles per leg. Each team will walk approximately 144 miles during the 11-day journey, carrying with them a 50-pound ruck sack and a commemorative baton engraved with a fallen Airman’s name. This is the third year of the Tim Da- Photos by Robbin Cresswell vis Memorial March, begun in 2009 in Above: Special Tactics team members Lt. Col. Patrick Barnett, headquarters Air Force Special Operations Command, Operations Directorate, memory of Staff Sgt. Tim Davis. Davis Hurlburt Field, Fla., left, Senior Airmen Stone Hazlett, 21st Special Tactics Squadron, Pope Air Force Base, N.C., center, and Senior Airman was an Air Force combat controller Tyler Knaub, 58th Rescue Squadron, Davis-Monthan AFB, Ariz., right, walk past the north wall of the Alamo in downtown San Antonio Sunday. killed by an improvised explosive de- et. Below: Senior Airman Stone Hazlett, a combat controller stationed at Pope Air Force Base, N.C., holds the original baton bearing the name vice on Feb. 20, 2009 during Operation of Staff Sgt. Tim Davis, a combat controller killed by an improvised explosive device Feb. 20, 2009 during Operation Enduring Freedom. Enduring Freedom. “This is an event to commemorate Tactics and honor their families,” said of the Hurlburt Field community. To- fallen members of Air Force Special Capt. Dan Breiding, one of the march gether, they will march the fi nal dis- organizers and a student in the Special tance to the Special Tactics memorial Follow the march Tactics Training Squadron at Hurlburt at Hurlburt. Field. “These men paid the ultimate Retired Chief Master Sgt. Steven price to defend our freedoms, and we Haggett, another march organizer, said hope to educate everyone along the way there is special signifi cance to starting of their sacrifi ces. at Lackland and ending the march in “It’s not just about the men; it is Florida. also about the families and communi- Special tactics training begins at the ties who support these warriors. This 342nd Training Squadron on the Lack- march is one way to show that these land Training Annex and Hurlburt Field men may be gone but they are never, is where combat controllers and para- ever forgotten.” rescuemen complete their training be- Together, the 18 Airmen left the fore joining their team, he said. Lackland Training Annex at 5 a.m. Haggett said the march not only hon- ON FACEBOOK and marched through the base be- ors the special tactics Airmen who have fore exiting Kelly Field and breaking fallen in defense of America, but also https://www.facebook.com/pages/Special- out into three-man relay teams. Five helps raise awareness for Air Force Ops-Walk/288669741148732 of the teams will rest while the sixth specialties like special operations, com- continues the march, taking turns for bat control and pararescue. the next 800-plus miles followed by a Participants represent units from OR TWITTER support convoy. around the country and include mem- @AFSpecOpsCmd, #aircommandos The marchers will reunite in Wyn- bers from nearby Randolph Air Force nhaven Beach, Fla., on Oct. 26 to com- Base; Hurlburt Field; headquarters plete the fi nal 4.6 miles as a team, headquarters where they will be joined by family at Langley AFB, Va.; Pope AFB, N.C.; To follow the memorial ruck sack members of the 17 fallen Airmen, sev- Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash.; and march, visit www.specialopswalk.com eral wounded warriors and members . for information and updates. OCTOBER 21, 2011 TALESPINNER PAGE 7 717th MI Battalion welcomes new command sergeant major

By Gregory Ripps knowledge and a great sense of re- Soldiers “not to succeed, but to ex- 470th Military Intelligence Brigade Public Affairs sponsibility” to the battalion. cel.” Coppi, a 20-year Army veteran, has “The Army is the strength of the na- The passing of a ceremonial served in a variety of NCO leadership tion,” said Coppi. sword marked a change in com- and staff positions in a number of “The Soldier is the strength of the mand sergeant major for the 717th stateside assignments. Before coming Army, and family and friends are the Military Intelligence Battalion at the to the 717th MI Battalion, he served as strength of the Soldier. I’ve been suc- Lackland Training Annex Sept. 22. combined intelligence operations ser- cessful because of my family.” In the change of responsibility geant major while deployed in support The brigade’s new command ser- ceremony, Command Sgt. Maj. Mark of Operation Iraqi Freedom. geant major joined the Army in 1982. Sinnard succeeded Command Sgt. Among his many distinctions, Coppi During the intervening years, Sinnard Maj. Matildo Coppi as the signals received the prestigious Military Intel- served in a multitude of combat and intelligence battalion’s top noncom- ligence Corps Knowlton Award. operational deployments, including missioned offi cer. In his farewell remarks, Coppi Operation Urgent Fury in Grenada, Lt. Col. Joseph Kushner, battal- asked the battalion’s senior NCOs to Operations Desert Shield and Desert ion commander, recognized Coppi’s remember three fundamental ques- Storm, Operation Provide Comfort, service, noting that since he became tions Soldiers have: “Do you believe and twice in Operation Iraqi Free- Photo by Gregory Ripps commander on July 28, Coppi had in me? Are you committed? Can I trust dom. Command Sgt. Maj. Mark Sinnard holds the provided “that expert council that all you?” “This ceremony means only a sword that symbolizes his acceptance of re- commanders rely on.” Kushner wel- He explained that if senior NCOs change of faces,” said Sinnard. “Your sponsibility as command sergeant major for the comed Sinnard, saying he brought can answer these questions positively commitment to excellence and adher- 717th Military Intelligence Battalion. “years of experience, a wealth of in word and deed, then they can help ence to standards remain the same.” PAGE 8 TALESPINNER OCTOBER 21, 2011 San Antonio celebrates America’s Armed Forces Celebrate America’s Military is an Spurgin, Commanding General, 36th annual series of events honoring the Infantry Division, Texas Army National active-duty military, the Guard and Re- Guard. The Double Tree Hotel Down- serve, wounded warriors and veterans town, noon lunch. for their service to the nation. U.S. Military Veterans Parade As- The Chamber sociation Proclamation – San Antonio created the Celebrate America’s Mili- City Council Chambers, 5 p.m. tary event in 1970 as a way for the busi- Nov. 11 ness community to say, “Thank you” to VETERANS DAY CEREMONIES the U.S. Armed Forces. Fort Sam Houston National Cem- The tradition has grown to become etery, 9:30 a.m. the nation’s largest community affair Oct. 29-30 birdiesforthebrave.org/ for more infor- BEXAR COUNTY BUFFALO SOLDIERS CEREMONY honoring the military, with more than AIRFEST 2011 mation. San Antonio National Cemetery, 1:30 250,000 people participating in CAM The Joint Base San Antonio air show Nov. 8 p.m. events each year. at Randolph Air Force Base, 9 a.m. to AF ASSOCIATION COMBAT BREAKFAST Nov. 12 Oct. 28 5 p.m. Kendrick Enlisted Club, Randolph US MILITARY VETERANS PARADE CAM KICKOFF LUNCHEON Nov. 1 AFB, 7 a.m. Alamo Plaza, 10:30 a.m., parade The speaker is Ken Fisher, chairman CAM BEXAR COUNTY PROCLAMATION Nov. 9 starts at noon. Visit http://usmvpa.com/ of the Fisher House Foundation. Event , 11 a.m. SPIRIT OF AMERICA DINNER for more information. hosted by the Greater Chamber, Mar- Nov. 2 The speaker is Gen. Philip M. Breed- Nov. 13 riott Rivercenter Hotel, 101 Bowie St., CAM SAN ANTONIO PROCLAMATION love, Vice Chief of Staff, U.S. Air Force. ROCK ’N ROLL MARATHON/HALF with 11:30 a.m. registration and noon City of San Antonio Council Chamber, Event hosted by The Greater San An- S. Alamo and E. Market Streets, 7:30 lunch. 5 p.m. tonio Chamber, Hyatt Regency Hotel, a.m. Military members can sign up with SAN ANTONIO RAMPAGE HOCKEY GAME Nov. 7 123 Losoya, 6:30 p.m. cocktails, 7 p.m. the code MILITARY 2011 for $15 dis- Celebrate America’s Military Night CAM GOLF TOURNAMENT dinner. count. at the AT&T Center, 7 p.m. Visit www. TPC San Antonio, 23808 Resort Park- Nov. 10 VETERANS DAY CONCERT sarampage.com/home/ for more infor- way, 9:30 a.m. registration with noon SALUTE TO BOSSES LUNCHEON Event featuring the Air Force Band mation. shotgun tee time. Visit http://www. The speaker is Maj. Gen. Eddy of the West, Majestic Theater, 7 p.m. PAGE 10 TALESPINNER OCTOBER 21, 2011 IN HONOR

Photo by Robbin Cresswell A U.S. Marine renders honors as a detail carrying the remains of Lance Cpl. Benjamin Schmidt makes its way to an awaiting hearse at Kelly Air Field Oct. 12. Schmidt was killed Oct. 6 in Afghanistan. About 400 service members and civilians lined the streets to pay respect to the San Antonio native as the hearse made its way through . OCTOBER 21, 2011 PAGE 11 CELEBRACIÓN

Photo by Annette Janetzke Danielle Provorse, a Mexican folk dancer with the Mariachi Las Coronelas de Vanessa del Fierro performs at the Defense Language Institute English Language Center’s Hispanic Heritage celebration Oct. 14. The program featured guest speaker Gregg Barrios, DLIELC specialized English instructor and published poet, and George Minjarez, country program manager for DLIELC Far East. OCTOBER 21, 2011 TALESPINNER PAGE 13

BMT HONORS Congratulations to the follow- Wyatt Shannon Andreas Lloyd Gregory Madden Male Airmen ing 85 Airmen for being selected Mark Vernacchia Joseph Matuszewski Kevin Mattison Tyler Wright, as honor graduates among 856 Cody Wirth Joseph McDade Travis Mccurdy 320th TRS, Flight 679 trainees graduating today: 321st Training Squadron Christopher Morris Thomas Moore Brock Partlow, Flight 669 Mitchell Paykel Keane Poeschl 323rd TRS, Flight 666 320th Training Squadron Domonic Dove Marcus Robertson Chanon Sornmuk Michael McMillan, Flight 663 Jonathan Earl Bradley Williams Flight 678 323rd TRS, Flight 666 Benjamin Terhaar Chad Gregory Flight 666 Misty Alcoriza Chad Gregory, Flight 664 Benjamin Hurst Joseph Flores II Carly Bostic 321st TRS, Flight 669 Zoie Cuellar Justin Lynch Nathaniel Smith Elizabeth Ellis Female Airmen Bene Smith Kenneth May Daniel Taylor Racheal Gelacek Marisa Placie, Katie Swiontek Flight 670 Justin Terry Sharon Murphy 326th TRS, Flight 678 Flight 679 Dena Braun Taylor Uhl Shannon Park Lauren Brown, Joshua Bosworth Lauren Brown Marisa Placie 321st TRS, Flight 670 Patrick Connah Jr. Brittany Cost 324th Training Squadron Alyssa Smith Marcie Schottler, Jeremy Foster 322nd Training Squadron Flight 675 Krista Smith 321st TRS, Flight 670 Matthew Hawk Flight 667 Elvis Alvarado Mariah Woodman Chelsea Conley, Ryan Hicks Austin Beaty John Cavassa 331st Training Squadron 320th TRS, Flight 664 Daniel Lautzenheiser Christopher Benson Flight 676 Flight 673 Male Flights Justin Ritzel Johnathan Filsinger John Alleman Scott McDonough 320th TRS, Flight 679 Adam Rupright Andrew Smith Anthony Clark Garrett Railing 326th TRS, Flight 672 Flight 680 Flight 668 Austin Evans Daniel Wayman 326th TRS, Flight 677 John Bettger Jesse Craig Carmen Simboli Flight 674 Female Flights Brandon Fruck Samuel Murphy 326th Training Squadron Colleen K. Hutcheson 326th TRS, Flight 678 James Gamble Justin Riffl e Flight 672 Kasey S. Koehler 320th TRS, Flight 664 Brandon Hartley Benjamin Smith Zachary Leddy Kayla M. Melton 331st TRS, Flight 674 Glenn Henderson Gerson Medina Top Academic Flights Brian Jones 323rd Training Squadron Flight 677 Top BMT Airman 326th TRS, Flight 678 Francisco Linarez Flight 665 Francis Herbert Marisa Placie, 326 TRS, Flight 678 324th TRS, Flight 675 Steven Mccracken Brandon Barnett Michael Hill Most Physically Fit 320th TRS, Flight 679 PAGE 14 TALESPINNER OCTOBER 21, 2011 OCTOBER 21, 2011 TALESPINNER PAGE 15 JBSA celebrates Junior Enlisted Day

More than 1,300 Airmen, Soldiers, Sailors and Marines were treated to food, fun and games Oct. 14 at the Joint Base San Antonio Junior Enlisted Appreciation Day picnic.

Photos by Robbin Cresswell Top, left: Service members play video games inside the Games 2U Texas Big Rig Mobile Theater. Above: Staff Sgt. Bryan Boyett and Senior Airman Chris Jacobs, members of the Air Force Public Chief Master Sgt. Michael Fluck, 341st Training Squadron, and Senior Master Sgt. Monique Slater, Air Force Public Affairs Agency, dance to the beat under Affairs Agency, go head-to-head on Guitar Hero outside the Games 2U Texas Big Rig Mobile Theater. Right: Tech. Sgt. Matthew Radaker, 543rd Support Squadron, tips the ball over as Airman the Stillman Park pavilion during the JBSA Junior Enlisted Appreciation Day picnic Oct. 14. Estephon Ramirez, 772nd Enterprise Sourcing Squadron, attempts to block at the net. PAGE 16 TALESPINNER OCTOBER 21, 2011 CINDERELLA’S CLOSET

Photo by Robbin Cresswell Teresa Rice, wife of Gen. Edward A. Rice, commander of Air Education and Training Command, left, and Athena Cody, wife of AETC Command Chief Master Sgt. James Cody, right, join Linda Slater, center, as they look at gowns Oct. 13 during a visit to Cinderella’s Closet at the Lackland One Stop facility. Cinderella’s Closet, a volunteer-run program supported by the Lackland Enlisted Spouses Club, loans gowns and cocktail dresses for on- or off-base events at no cost to military ID cardholders. Customers can also schedule an appointment online at www.lacklandesc.org, or by calling 210-925-3750. PAGE 18 TALESPINNER OCTOBER 21, 2011 Stage II: Joint Base San Antonio relaxes water restrictions Joint Base San Antonio military offi cials have lift- Edwards Aquifer Level • If address/facility number ends in 6, 7 Thursday is ed Stage III water restrictions at Fort Sam Houston, in feet above sea level the watering day. Randolph Air Force Bases and Lackland. Water re- • If address/facility number ends in 8, 9 Friday is the strictions are now back to Stage II at all three JBSA CURRENT LEVEL = 651.0 watering day. military installations. Normal - above 660’ New landscaping is approved at the discretion of As of Oct. 17, Bexar County index well J-17 was at Stage I - 660’ the base civil engineer. Government vehicles may be Stage II - 650’ 651.7 feet. The well has remained above the 642-foot Stage III - 642’ washed twice per month. Privately-own vehicles may mark for more than 30 days, according to offi cials. Stage IV - 640.5’ be washed only on designated watering days. Drought Stage II water restrictions permit persons to water Stage V - 637’ conditions continue in the area. JBSA members can lawns, landscapes and gardens only once a week, For water restrictions, visit www.502abw.af.mil support water conservation efforts in Texas by adher- between of 3-8 a.m. and 8-10 p.m., on designated ing to watering rules. watering days. Designated watering days are based • If address/facility number ends in 2, 3 Tuesday is The JBSA Drought Management Plan is available on the last digit of an address or facility number: the watering day. online at www.502abw.af.mil. For more information, • If address/facility number ends in 0, 1 Monday is • If address/facility number ends in 4, 5 Wednesday or to report misuse, call the Water Hotline at 210- the watering day. is the watering day. 466-4H2O (4426).

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weekdays, except Thursdays, from p.m., at the Warhawk Fitness Center. forcement Agency, is Oct. 29. Forces Academy Training Center. LOCAL BRIEFS 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. for ages 6 Vendor spots are available for $10 or There are two locations on Lack- The symposium is open to those months and older who only need the for $15 with a table. For more infor- land to dispose of old and outdated interested in becoming a fi rst JBSA AMAZING RACE fl u vaccine. Fast track is available mation, call 210-671-2021/2282. prescriptions: the Satellite Pharmacy sergeant or an additional duty fi rst The Joint Base San Antonio Thursdays until 3 p.m. parking lot, between the pharmacy sergeant. Technical sergeants and “Amazing Race,” sponsored by the Flu vaccines are mandatory for all SAFETALK CLASS SCHEDULED and commissary, and on the Lack- above are eligible to attend. NCO Council, is active-duty members, hospital per- A SafeTALK training class is land Training Annex, 915 Tejeda Dr., For more information or reg- Saturday at the Lackland Amphithe- sonnel, and daycare providers. Call Tuesday, 1-4:30 p.m., at Freedom from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. istration details, contact Master ater. Race time is 8 a.m., followed 210-292-5730 for more information. Chapel. The class teaches Airmen to For collection sites in San Antonio Sgt. Scott Johnson, 343rd Training by a barbecue. recognize suicide warning signs. and the surrounding area, visit www. Squadron; Master Sgt. Michael For more information, call 210- JBSA HOLIDAY CHORUS AUDITIONS Pre-registration is required to dea.gov and click on the "Got Drugs" Standring, 324th Training Squadron; 292-6308 or 210-292-7176. The Air Force Band of the West is attend. To register, call 210-671- banner. or any fi rst sergeant. holding two auditions Oct. 28 for an 4208 or email natalia.guajardo.ctr@ For more details, contact Charles ITT FREE TRAVEL EXPO all-volunteer Joint Base San Antonio us.af.mil. Nail, 559th Aerospace Medicine SALSA AND MERENGUE LESSONS A free travel expo by the Lackland holiday chorus. Squadron, at 671-9470/71-83/84/87 Arnold Hall Community Center Information, Tickets and Travel of- Auditions are from 9 a.m. to noon MOAA MILITARY CAREER FAIR or Terry Miller, 802nd Security Forces offers new salsa and merengue fi ce is today, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., in and 1-4 p.m. in the Skylark Commu- A free career fair for active-duty Squadron, at 671-7250. dance lessons on Wednesdays, 6-7 the Arnold Hall Community Center nity Center’s Longhorn Room. Weekly members, retirees, former service p.m. Classes are taught by a local ballroom. rehearsals begin in November. The members, Reserve and Guard service FREEDOM CHAPEL FALL FEST university dance instructor. Travel industry representatives chorus will perform at this year’s members, and their spouses is The base fall harvest festival is Class fees are $60 per month for will be on hand with giveaways and Holiday in Blue concert series, Dec. Thursday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Oct. 29, 6-8 p.m., at Freedom Cha- four lessons. For more information, vacation information. Door prizes will 17-18, at the Edgewood Theatre for Marriott Riverwalk Hotel in downtown pel. The fest includes games, prizes, call 210-671-2619. be given away every half hour, and the Performing Arts. San Antonio. balloons and rides. the grand prize is an Amtrak trip for All active-duty Airmen, Air Force More than 30 regional and na- For more information, call 210- ON-BASE HOLIDAY LODGING two. For details, call 210-671-3133. Reserve, , civilian tional companies will be at the fair, 671-4208. Military ID cardholders may make employees, retirees and adult depen- sponsored by the Military Offi cers on-base lodging reservations for WHASC FLU SHOT PROGRAM MOVES dents are eligible to participate. For Association of America. FIRST SERGEANTS SYMPOSIUM their holiday guests. The facilities The fl u vaccine fast track more information, call 210-627-5030 For a list of seminars and times, Online registration is underway are newly renovated. Reservations program at Wilford Hall Ambulatory or visit www.bandofthewest.af.mil. visit www.moaa.org. for the Air Education and Training are being accepted through Dec. 31. Surgical Center has moved from the Command First Sergeants Sym- For more information, call the WHASC atrium to the Immunizations SKYLARK FLEA MARKET NATIONAL PRESCRIPTION DRUG TAKE DAY posium hosted by AETC and the 802nd Force Support Squadron Lodg- Clinic. The Skylark Community Center National Prescription Drug Take Lackland First Sergeants Council ing Central Reservations Offi ce at A designated room is available fl ea market is Saturday, 8 a.m. to 1 Back Day, hosted by the Drug En- Nov. 14-18 at the Inter-American Air 210-671-2556/0047.

CHAPEL SERVICES KEY FAMILY SUPPORT RESOURCES Christian Seventh-Day Adventist Institute Eckankar Air Force Aid Society 671-3722 Catholic Service, 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. Student Center Every fi rst, third, fi fth Saturday: Airman & Family Readiness Center 671-3722 Monday-Friday: Sunday: Faith Study, 1:30 p.m. Gateway Chapel Airman’s Attic 671-1780 Freedom Chapel Airmen Memorial Chapel Jummah Prayer, 1:30-2:30 12:30-1:30 p.m. Base Post Offi ce 671-1058 Daily Eucharist, 11:30 a.m. Liturgical Service, 8 a.m. p.m. Bowling Center 671-2271 Freedom Chapel Sunday: Baha'i Saturday: Contemporary Service, Religious Ed., 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Every fi rst, third, fi fth Sunday: DEERS 800-538-9552 Freedom Chapel 9:30 a.m. Gateway Chapel Exceptional Family Member Program 671-3722 Eucharist, 5:30 p.m. Gospel Service, Jewish 11 a.m. to noon Family Child Care 671-3376 Reconciliation after Eucharist 12:30 p.m. Friday: Legal Offi ce 671-3362 Children’s Church Airmen Memorial Chapel Library 671-3610 Sunday: provided Sabbath Eve Service, FOR MORE DETAILS, Medical Appointment Line 916-9900 Freedom Chapel Religious Ed., 11 a.m. 5:45 p.m. CONTACT: MPF ID Cards 671-6006 Religious Ed., 9 a.m. Wednesday and Thursday: Religious Ed., 4:30 p.m. Outdoor Recreation 925-5532 Eucharist, 11 a.m. Bible Study, 6 p.m. Info 800-444-5445 Spanish Mass, 8 a.m. Wicca Freedom Chapel Thrift Shop 671-3600 Sunday: 1st Wednesday: 671-4208 Orthodox Gateway Chapel Freedom Chapel Room 8, Lackland Enlisted Spouses’ Clubwww .lacklandesc.org Sunday: The Church of Jesus Christ of San Antonio Military Open Gateway Chapel Airmen Memorial Chapel Latter Day Saints Circle, 6 p.m. Lackland Force Support Squadron www.lacklandfss.com Divine Liturgy, 9:30 a.m. 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. Buddist 671-2911 Lackland ISD www.lacklandisd.net Religious Ed., 10:45 a.m. Sunday: Lackland Offi cers’ Spouses’ Clubwww .lacklandosc.org Protestant Islamic BMT Reception Center, Hope Chapel Lackland Public website www.lackland.af.mil Saturday: Friday: 10 a.m. - noon. 671-2941 Gateway Chapel Defense Language My Air Force Life www.MyAirForceLife.com PAGE 22 TALESPINNER OCTOBER 21, 2011 What’s Happening Monthly Meetings benefi ts and services. For more information, call 210- Family Support Events For details, call 210-671-3722. 671-3722. ENLISTED SPOUSES’ CLUB The Lackland Enlisted Spouses’ Club meets every third Tuesday of the DISABILITY TAP SEMINAR OCT. 27 month at the Gateway Club, 6:30-8:30 p.m. For more information, visit www. A disability transition assistance PRE-SEPARATION CLASS OCT. 21 RETURN AND REUNION SEMINAR lacklandesc.org. program seminar is Tuesday, 11 a.m. A mandatory counseling class BMT FAMILY SEMINAR A return and reunion seminar is OFFICERS’ SPOUSES’ CLUB to noon, at the Airman and Family for separating personnel is Thursday, The Air Force Basic Military Monday, 2:30-3:30 p.m., at the Air- The Lackland Offi cers’ Spouses’ Club meets every third Tuesday of the Readiness Center. 9-11 a.m., at the Airman and Family Training Family Seminar is today, man and Family Readiness Center. month. For meeting location information, visit www.lacklandosc.org. The seminar for separating or Readiness Center. noon, in the BMT Reception Center, The seminar is an informal forum MILITARY COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN retiring personnel provides informa- Attendees will be briefed about Bldg. 7246. for family members who wish to talk The Military Council of Catholic Women meets the fi rst Friday of the tion on criteria and benefi ts for benefi ts and services. The seminar provides information about their individual experiences month, 9:30 a.m., at Freedom Chapel. For more information, call 671-4208. disabled veterans. For details, call For more information, call 210- on the Air Force and its benefi ts and the stress caused by deployment- 210-671-3722. 671-3722. to family members of graduating related separations. Airmen. For more information, call 210- On the web www.lacklandfss.com OCT. 26 DISABILITY TAP SEMINAR 671-3722. RIGHT START ORIENTATION A disability transition assistance OCT. 24 HEART LINK ORIENTATION traditions, protocol and support Right Start Orientation, a class program seminar is Thursday, 11 FAMILY READINESS BRIEFING OCT. 25 Heart Link, the Air Force’s offi cial resources in the Air Force. Reimburs- designed for Lackland newcomers, is a.m. to noon, at the Airman and A family readiness briefi ng for AMVET REPRESENTATIVE orientation program for spouses, is able childcare is offered. Wednesday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Family Readiness Center. deploying personnel is Monday, An American Veterans National Tuesday, 8:30-2:30 p.m., at the Air- For information call 210-671- Gateway Club. For more information, call 210- 10:30-11:30 a.m., at the Airman and Service Offi cer is available to help man and Family Readiness Center. 3722. For more information, call 210- 671-3722. Family Readiness Center. with disability claims Tuesday, 8 a.m. Heart Link is an interactive 671-3722. The briefi ng is for personnel to noon, at the Airman and Family program targeted at all spouses new PRE-SEPARATION RETIREES’ CLASS PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL who are deploying, going on remote Readiness Center. to Lackland or the military, as well A mandatory counseling class RESUME WRITING CLASS The Protestant Women of the assignments or extended temporary For more information or to make as fi ancées and other service branch for retiring personnel is Tuesday, A class on writing an effective Chapel group meets for Bible study deployments. an appointment with an American spouses assigned to the base. 9-11 a.m., at the Airman and Family resume is Wednesday, 1-3 p.m., at Thursday, 6 p.m., at Freedom Chapel. Call 210-671-3722 for more Veterans National Service offi cer Heart Link is designed to increase Readiness Center. the Airman and Family Readiness For more information, call 210- information. representative, call 210-699-5087. awareness of the mission, customs, Participants will be briefed on Center. 671-4208. OCTOBER 21, 2011 TALESPINNER SPORT S PAGE 23 Upcoming HALLOWEEN XBOX TOURNAMENT The free Halloween Xbox Mortal Kombat tournament starts tonight, 6 p.m., at Arnold Hall. Practice begins one hour prior to the event. Patrons are encouraged to wear Hallow- een costumes; prizes will be awarded for best costume. Call 210-671-2619 for details.

5K HALLOWEEN FUN RUN The costume Halloween Fun Run starts Thursday, 5:30 p.m., at the Bennett Fitness Center. The event is free and open to all Department of Defense service members and employ- ees. Prizes will be awarded for most outrageous costume, best group costume, and fi rst and second place runners. Call 210-671-3716 details.

FLAG FOOTBALL POSTSEASON The intramural fl ag football tournament begins Wednesday. Scoreboard VOLLEYBALL COED W L 1. 559th MDG ...... 2 1 2. 344th TRS ...... 2 1 3. 33rd NWS ...... 1 1 341st TRS instructor bests 10K competition 4. 341st TRS ...... 1 1 5. Comptrollers ...... 1 1 By Jose T. Garza III after previously competing in ing the tempo a little bit,” he 6. Combat Camera ...... 0 2 Sports Editor and winning other marathons. added. “It feels pretty good. This is The 20-year Air Force vet- FLAG FOOTBALL A GPS watch came in handy pretty nice,” Lyle said after win- eran, now a civilian material Division I W L for 341st Training Squadron’s ning the event. “I just thought supply instructor for the 341st 1. Dental ...... 8 0 2. 737th TRG...... 6 2 Michael Lyle Saturday when he I’d try something different.” Training Squadron, trains up to 3. 543rd Spt Sq ...... 6 2 won the 36-person, 10K Gate- He usually prefers to run half four days a week, waking up at 4. Security Forces ...... 5 3 way Classic Run in 12 minutes, marathons or whole marathons, 4:30 a.m. to run before going 5. 559th MDG ...... 3 5 44.56 seconds. so the 10K classic was a compe- to work at 6:30 a.m. He runs 6. 59th Med LRS ...... 3 5 The Garmin 405 watch as- tition out of his element. anywhere between seven and 7. 93rd IS ...... 3 5 sisted the material supply in- Lyle said the difference be- 22 miles. 8. NIOC/ Co C ...... 2 6 9. 717th Mi Bn ...... 0 8 structor by telling him how fast tween preparing for a 10K “I’ll do one speed day on a Division II W L he was running each mile so he marathon versus other runs, track, say on Tuesday, maybe 1. Clinical St Gp ...... 8 0 could monitor himself to slow besides preparing for varying run a regular run at a normal 2. 690th NSG ...... 6 2 down or speed up accordingly. distances. is running faster pace on Thursday, and do both 3. 77nd ESS ...... 5 3 “Today, I was able to look than normal. on weekends,” Lyle said. 4. AFISRA ...... 5 3 down on my watch and monitor “Say, for example, on a For someone who began 5. 149th FW ...... 3 5 6. FSS ...... 3 5 my fi rst two miles, which were 400-meter track, you might do running 12 years ago and has 7. Comm/ OSS ...... 3 5 at this certain pace, so I’m do- fi ve or six miles at a fast pace run various marathons for fi ve 8. 343rd TRS ...... 2 6 ing okay so I don’t have to speed on a Tuesday, a lot faster than of those years, Lyle has stayed 9. Crypto Div ...... 1 7 up or slow down,” he said. “I what you would normally run. injury free and hopes the day Division III W L just have to maintain my speed, That lets your body get used doesn’t come where quitting the 1. 688th IOW ...... 5 0 so it fl ashes and shows me the to going at a faster pace by sport becomes optional. 2. 341st TRS ...... 5 1 Photos by Alan Boedeker 3. 37th TRSS ...... 3 3 averages of how fast I’m run- breathing heavier and exerting “As long as the Lord is will- Michael Lyle, 341st Training Squad- 4. JPPSO/AFVSA ...... 4 2 ning.” yourself more than you normal- ing, I’ll keep running,” he said. ron material supply instructor, won 5. Med Ops ...... 1 5 The Gateway Classic was the ly would,” he said. “I don’t plan on stopping any- the 10-kilometer Gateway Classic 6. Surg Ops ...... 1 5 fi rst 10K run he'd competed in “It’s just a matter of push- time soon.” Run Oct. 15. 7. DLI ...... 1 5 PAGE 24 TALESPINNER OCTOBER 21, 2011 Dental pulls undefeated season By Jose T. Garza III As good as Dental was on offense, its Sports Editor defense, led by safety Michael Smith, forced three turnovers in the game. For quarterback Ricky Guajardo and “Defense played strong as a unit,” the rest of his squad, practicing during Smith said. “I've got faith in these guys. the hot summer hours in the off season We got each other’s back out on the fi eld. paid off. What they do up front allows me to do Guajardo led the 59th Dental Squad- what I can do on the back end.” ron to an 8-0 regular season record Guajardo shared the same sentiments with a three-touchdown performance, as Smith about Dental's strong defensive defeating the 559th Medical Group 19-0 play. The team only allowed 12 points Tuesday in the Division I Flag Football all season long. season fi nale. “Our defense has been the backbone Guajardo came out gunning, throw- of our team,” the quarterback said. ing for 70 yards, before connecting with Guajardo said going undefeated in the wide receiver Nakeithian Phillips on a regular season is fi ne, but if they lose in fi ve-yard touchdown pass, giving Dental the playoffs, then the undefeated season an early 6-0 lead on its fi rst drive. is all for naught. Despite throwing two intercep- “I know my team is hungry, and they tions in the game, Guajardo connect- are going to come out and play harder in ed with touchdown passes to wide the playoffs. I expect nothing but perfec- receivers Darrell Green and John tion. So far, they have lived up to what "Country" Grey. I've expected from them.” “They deserve it,” Guajardo said The quarterback expects nothing Photo by Alan Boedeker about the team’s undefeated season. short of a championship. Dental wide receiver John Grey shuffl es past a 559th Medical Group defender. Dental went “The team worked real hard for it.” “I don’t expect us to lose,” he said. undefeated in fl ag football, going 8-0 during the intramural Division I regular season.

“I must really like the abuse because I’m going out on a limb once more. Yes, I’m picking the inept Dallas Cowboys to eek out a win over the lowly St. Louis Rams. Should be exciting. Go Packers!” – Joe Bela

Jose T. Garza III Joe Bela Dwayne Reed Steve Reichert Payton Barnett GRIDloc Talespinner Sports Editor Chief of Internal Communications Varsity Sports Director Fitness & Sports Director NFL - WEEK 7 8-5 10-3 9-4 9-4 GRIDlocks GUEST San Diego at N.Y. Jets, Sunday San Diego San Diego San Diego San Diego N.Y. Jets

Seattle at Cleveland, Sunday Seattle Seattle Seattle Cleveland Cleveland

Atlanta at Detroit, Sunday Detroit Detroit Detroit Detroit Detroit Chicago at Tampa Bay, SundayTampa Bay Chicago Tampa Bay Tampa Bay Tampa Bay Denver at Miami, Sunday Denver Denver Denver Denver Denver Washington at Carolina, Sunday Carolina Carolina Washington Carolina Carolina Houston at Tennessee, SundayTennessee Tennessee Houston Houston Houston Pittsburgh at Arizona, Sunday Pittsburgh Pittsburgh Pittsburgh Pittsburgh Pittsburgh

Kansas City at Oakland, Sunday Oakland Oakland Oakland Oakland Oakland Green Bay at Minnesota, Sunday Green Bay Green Bay Green Bay Green Bay Green Bay

St. Louis at Dallas, Sunday Dallas Dallas Dallas Dallas Dallas ks Indianapolis at N.O., SundayNew Orleans New Orleans New Orleans New Orleans New Orleans Baltimore at Jacksonville, MondayBaltimore Baltimore Baltimore Baltimore Baltimore

OVERALL: 54-34 (.614) OVERALL: 60-28 (.682) OVERALL: 57-31 (.648) OVERALL: 63-25 (.716)