INSIDE Cherry Blossom Festival A-2 MALS-24 Hump A-3 Hawaii Every Clime & Place A-4 MarForPac Sgt. Maj. A-5 The 2004 Vote . B-1 MCCS & SM&SP B-2 Menu B-4 Word to Pass B-6 Ads B-7 Intramural Sports C-1 Sports Briefs C-2 The Bottom Line C-3 MMARINEARINE Health & Fitness C-4 Volume 34, Number 4 www.mcbh.usmc.mil January 30, 2004 CMC says Marines are ready Jim Garamone been deployed to the Horn of Africa, closely integrated with joint and coali- can bring to the new deployment. American Forces Press Service Liberia, the Republic of Georgia, tion, and special operations — engaged “The Marine Corps is currently Colombia, Guantanamo Bay and the in 26 days of sustained combat opera- preparing to deploy forces to relieve the WASHINGTON — Marines are get- Philippines. tions, fought 10 major engagements, and 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment and the ting ready to deploy again into Iraq, He said the Marine participation in destroyed eight Iraqi divisions before 82nd Airborne Division in western Iraq Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. Operation Iraqi Freedom last year was stopping in Tikrit 500 miles inland.” in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom Michael Hagee told the House Armed the best example of what the Marines The 1st MEF then participated in secu- 2,” Gen. Hagee said. The Marines will Services Committee, Wednesday. bring to battle. rity and stability operations in five Iraqi deploy in two rotations of about seven General Hagee stressed to the con- “The 1st Marine Expeditionary Force provinces. The Multinational Division months each. gressmen that the Marine Corps is heav- deployed 70,000 Marines and Sailors in Central/South relieved the last Marine He noted noted that in preparation for ily committed to the war on terror. He less than 60 days,” the Commandant unit in Hillah in September 2002. the operation, 1st MEF has analyzed les- said in the past year, Marines have been said. “Exploiting the operational speed, The Marines are preparing a return to sons learned from its own experiences in engaged in operations from Afghanistan reach and inherent flexibility of sea Iraq, and many of the members of the 1st conducting security and stability opera- to the Arabian Gulf. Marines have also power, the Navy and Marine Corps — MEF will have personal experiences they tions and recent Army lessons learned. 3rd Radio Bn. on the road again to Iraq Cpl. Danielle M. Bacon medically ready to go; and Combat Correspondent we’ve made sure the families are ready, so when they deploy After returning home less things are taken care of back than six months ago from here.” Operation Iraqi Freedom, 150 For the operations platoon 3rd Radio Bn. Marines and commander, preparing at home Sailors are shipping out again. goes farther. This time last year, approxi- “We had a long talk, and I mately 50 of the Marines were said, ‘daddy needs to go and deployed to Iraq as 1st Radio help build schools and medical Battalion. facilities’,” said 1st Lt. Joe “I wish I had, had a little OConner, regarding his three more time,” said Cpl. Israel children, who are 1, 3 and 5 Campbell, who was a radio years old. operator on the first deploy- There are a few details that ment and is now a systems OConner chose to leave out administrator. “I wanted to get though. more surfing in and I wanted “They don’t know that I will to take some classes. I guess be in any danger. In fact, they they will have to wait.” don’t even know that I am tak- “I am very excited. This is ing a weapon,” he said. Lance Cpl. Rich Mattingly my first deployment. I just Although he admits it is Marines from MCB Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, demonstrated how an elite amphibious force can train have to take one day at a time,” hard leaving his children, and help a fellow master of amphibious assault. In the past 22 years, their efforts have helped said Lance Cpl. Charlene OConner doesn’t regret it. increase the population of the endangered Hawaiian Stilts counted at K-Bay, from 60 to 160. Leavitt, an electronics techni- “I feel so strongly about the cian from Portland, Maine. role we’ll play. That’s why I “I’m nervous, because of the came in the Marine Corps, to environment that we will be save lives.” Marines clean up to save in,” said Petty Officer 3rd Class OConner’s spouse is just as Jennifer Haseman, a corpsman. supportive. “I feel prepared though; I went “I’m scared — not just for to Field Medical School, which my husband. But, that nerv- endangered bird species helps us deal with anything ousness motivates me to pray medically.” more everyday,” said Kelly Lance Cpl. Rich Mattingly The AAVs, the Marine ing and foraging habits of the The whole battalion has been OConner. “It’s going to be Combat Correspondent Corps’ signature assault vehi- Hawaiian stilt, or Aeo. preparing for any situation that tough, but I made a commit- cles, weren’t on a mission of “Over 20 years ago, it was may arise. ment to be a Marine’s wife.” Deep, rumbling diesels destruction or combat sup- discovered that as amphibi- “We are conducting individ- Other Marines have tried not broke the Wednesday morn- port in the ponds, but operat- ous, tracked vehicles made ual training to ensure that each to give much thought to the ing reverie of the Nuupia ing with orders to aid a six- their way through the mud of Marine can do their job and deployment. Sergeant Michelle Ponds at MCB Hawaii, inch tall, endangered bird. the wetlands, the Hawaiian accomplish the mission,” said Maceaastacio, a motor trans- Kaneohe Bay, as 26-ton Since 1982, Combat stilt would follow using the Capt. Matt Worsham, the port mechanic, said her Marine amphibious assault vehicles Support Company, 3rd furrows left in the mud to detachment operations officer. husband, Pedro, tries to keep — bristling with weapons Marine Regiment, has been nest,” said Dr. Diane Drigot, “Logistically, we are preparing things as normal as possible. and belching exhaust — thun- holding annual “mud ops” in the equipment, making sure it “We’re just trying to enjoy dered into the wetlands. Nuupia Ponds to aid the nest- See AAVS, A-6 will work; we are ensuring the time we have until she everyone is physically and goes,” he explained.

Colonel Richard C. Roten, deputy NMCRS celebrates 100 years commander of MCB Hawaii, Lance Cpl. Megan L. Stiner on shore as well as at sea. congratulates Darlene Moreland Combat Correspondent In 1904 President Theodore Roosevelt approved establishment of the Society. At that (center) for receiving the time, the Navy received a total of $9,000, which The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society Volunteer of the (NMCRS) celebrated its 100-year anniversary on was enough for the Society to begin operations Year award, while Jan. 23. What once began as a private, nonprof- to benefit both the Navy and Marine Corps. Pat Perry, director it, charitable organization has grown into one of Initially, the main priority of the Navy Relief of NMCRS, stands the most beneficial societies the military has to Society — later changed to the Navy Marine at her side. offer. Throughout the past century, the NMCRS Corps Relief Society, in 1991 — was to help has increased its worldwide availability to cover more than 250 Navy and Marine Corps offices, See NMCRS, A-6 Lance Cpl. Megan L. Stiner A-2 • January 30, 2004 Hawaii Marine MCBHMCBH CherryCherry BlossomsBlossoms NNEWSEWS BBRIEFSRIEFS

TAX CENTER NOW OPEN Service members, retirees and family toto adornadorn HawaiiHawaii members can make appointments to com- plete paperwork required for their 2003 Robyn Erman federal and state tax forms at the MCB Director of Development, Hawaii Tax Center. Parker School Walk-in appointments will also be avail- PWMA’s KAMUELA, Hawaii — able at the Center, which will be open from predecessor For the first time, a tribute 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Mondays, Tuesdays, nonprofit, the Camp to local residents and mili- Thursdays and Fridays. Wednesday hours Tarawa Historical Foun- tary personnel who lived of operation will be 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. dation, raised funds for the and worked together at or The Tax Center is located next to the 7- construction of the Camp near Kamuela during Day Store, Bldg. 455, on Lawrence Road. Tarawa Memorial. World War II will be Be sure to bring your W-2 forms, bank The PWMA did the same included as part of the account routing and checking/savings for the Pacific War annual Cherry Blossom account numbers, a copy of your 2002 tax Memorial, located aboard Heritage Festival, Satur- returns, and any other forms that will be Marine Corps Base Hawaii, day, Feb. 7. The tribute required for your tax application(s). Kaneohe Bay, on Oahu. will be held at Parker One side of that granite- To schedule an appointment, call 257- Photos Courtesy of Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival School, the site of the USO 1534 or visit www.mcbh.usmc.mil/ The Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival 2004 — or “Hanami,” based flag-raising memori- during World War II. sja/sjatax.htm. the viewing of the flowers in the springime — is scheduled al is devoted to honoring During those war years, for Feb. 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Kamuela, Waimea, on the the residents of Hawaii. A the largest ethnic group on Big Island of Hawaii. The event will feature demonstrations, “walkway of honor” sur- BASE CHAPEL TO HOST the Big Island of Hawaii exhibits, crafts and ono food, as well as a performance by rounds the memorial, in MINISTRY WORKSHOP FEB. 7-11 was Japanese. When the the Marine Forces Pacific Band at 1 p.m. which are inscribed stones Vince Ambrosetti, a mission director, 2nd Marine Division commemorating the serv- composer, pianist/vocalist and recording arrived in Hawaii after the ice of many American men artist will be performing a ministry work- bloody Battle of Tarawa, in and women. shop Feb. 7-11 at the MCB Hawaii, December of 1943, the com- Working with faculty Kaneohe Bay, base chapel. A series of munity — then called and students (who are events are planned, which follow: “Waimea” — numbered learning this history) at about 400 residents. Parker School, the PWMA The first rodeo in Parker •Feb. 7, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.: Ministry Workshop will sponsor an historical Ranch history took place 5 p.m.: Mass: Music and Homely exhibit inside the main during these years, with entrance of the school for Reflections both Marines and ranch the Cherry Blossom •Feb. 8, 9:30 a.m.: Mass of Music and personnel taking part. Heritage Festival. Film Homely Reflections When the 2nd Marine clips from Camp Tarawa 4 p.m.: Concert Division departed Hawaii will be shown in the the- 5:30 p.m.: Cookout and potluck for campaigns at Saipan ater, as well as a •Feb. 9, 7 p.m.: Service of Light and Tinian, the 5th Marine PowerPoint presentation •Feb. 10, 7 p.m.: Resting on God’s Presence: Division camp from Camp prepared by the students. Reconciliation and Light Pendleton, Calif., arrived at During the war, Tsugi served with great distinc- The Marine Forces •Feb. 11, 7 p.m.: Gathering at the Banquet “Camp Tarawa” to prepare Kaiama opened “Sue’s tion in the 442nd or 100th Pacific Band will perform Table, The Mass of Thanksgiving. for what would be the Chuckwagon” and made Infantry Battalions in at 1 p.m. “Battle of Iwo Jima.” hamburgers for the Europe. For more information on HAIKU STAIRS These men used a vol- Marines training at Camp The Pacific War Camp Tarawa and the REMAIN CLOSED TO PUBLIC canic hill behind the airport Tarawa; among them was Memorial Association has Pacific War Memorial/ — known as “Holoholoku” The City and County of Honolulu has Ira Hayes, the Pima Indian recorded this history Walkway of Honor, visit — to train for the assault on closed the gate to the Haiku Stairs and from Arizona who was part between the community of www.pacificwarmemori- Mt. Suribachi, where two posted liability and warning signs. of the second flag-raising Kamuela and the U.S. al.org or contact Ms. Alice U.S. flags were raised on The Honolulu Police Department will on Iwo Jima. Tsugi and her Marine Corps. The Clark at (808) 885-8611. Feb. 23, 1945. Following greet would-be trespassers who attempt to two brothers, Yutaka and the battle, the 5th Division access the stairs despite the closure. Hisao Kimura, (all now returned to Waimea to pre- deceased) remembered the More than 50,000 Marines pare for the invasion of Marines fondly. Hawaii Japan. Local Japanese residents brought electricity, rodeo, ham- The small community not only supported the mil- burger stands and ice cream to MARINE was forever changed by its itary by providing services, tiny Waimea (now Kamuela) dur- wartime experiences. The home-cooked meals and ing World War II, and recuperat- Commanding General Brig. Gen. Jerry C. McAbee Marines brought electricity, many kindnesses, they also ed there before returning to the Base Sergeant Major Sgt. Maj. Anthony E. Franks paved roads, a dam and volunteered to serve in the Public Affairs Director Maj. Chris Hughes reservoir, and ice cream, as U.S. armed forces. Many, bloody island battles of the Public Affairs Chief Gunnery Sgt. Rhys Evans Factoid Managing Editor Aiko Brum well as increased activity like Hawaii’s current U.S. Pacific. Press Chief Sgt. Alexis R. Mulero for local businesses. Senator Daniel K. Inouye, Staff Writer Sgt. Joe Lindsay Staff Writer Sgt. Joseph Lee ? Staff Writer Sgt. Jereme Edwards Staff Writer Cpl. Jason E. Miller News Editor Cpl. Jessica M. Mills Staff Writer Cpl. Monroe F. Seigle Staff Writer Lance Cpl. Rich E. Mattingly Staff Writer Lance Cpl. Michelle M. Dickson Staff Writer Lance Cpl. Megan L. Stiner Lifestyles Editor Susana Choy Sports Editor Kristin Herrick

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HAWAII MARINE, BOX 63062, BLDG. 216, Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, coaches Robert Greenidge (foreground) and Ralph MacDonald, both members of Jimmy MCB HAWAII, KANEOHE BAY, HAWAII 96863 Buffet’s “Coral Reefers” band, on how to fire the M16A2 service rifle correctly at the MCB Hawaii Indoor Simulated E-MAIL: [email protected] Marksmanship Trainer during a tour of the base Tuesday. Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefers Band performed a FAX: 257-2511, PHONE: 257-8840 “Salute to the Military” concert Wednesday evening at the Waikiki Shell in Honolulu. Hawaii Marine January 30, 2004 • A-3

During the halfway point of the six-mile- hump, five Marines from Supply Co., Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 24, participated in a four-man carry race against Marines from Maintenance Co. When the race was over, Supply Co. emerged victorious.

Lance Cpl. Megan L. Stiner ‘These boots were made for walkin’...’

group stepped off for a six-mile day work regimen. The MALS-24 steps off hike Jan. 22 at 6:30 a.m. from the squadron is taking parking lot of Hangar 103. steps to refresh their to refresh military “Aviation Marines need to know military know-ledge. how to set up perimeter defenses, The recent hike knowledge as well as exercise weapon skills was the second one and knowledge. Until now, those that squadron issues have not been addressed,” Marines have partici- Lance Cpl. Megan L. Stiner said 1st Lt. Ann G. Burke, opera- pated in; the first hike Combat Correspondent tions and logistics officer for MALS- was also six-miles long. The num- 24. ber of miles, however, will increase Marine Aviation Logistics The squadron Marines were incrementally during the next few Foot Facts Squadron 24 Marines have just divided into two platoons: one from months. The squadron intends to recently begun participating in Supply Co. and one from end the year with a 15-mile hike. Protect your feet to keep your body training that most of them haven’t Maintenance Co., led by Lt Col. “It is different for these Marines, upright! experienced since boot camp. Fully Laura J. Sampsel, the commanding but they enjoy the training,” said •Begin at boot purchase; don’t rely equipped with flak jackets, kevlars, officer of MALS-24. Burke. iso-mats and reflective devices, a Aviation Marines rarely have the To keep the Marines motivated on old shoe sizes and buy for the larg- opportunity to train in field during the six-mile hike, at the er foot. activities because aircraft fly halfway point, Supply and •Buy boots that feel comfortable and need maintenance con- Maintenance faced-off in a four- right away; don’t “break-in” any shoe. stantly. The squadron is man carry. Two teams of five par- •Avoid higher heels and prefer wig- breaking that old tradition by ticipants from each unit raced for a gle room for your toes. going on quarterly hikes, “to-be-announced” prize. Supply •Wear socks. Podiatrists recommend explained Burke. emerged victorious. a single pair of (maybe) thick socks During the hikes, a desig- “This is very difficult training to made of acrylic fibers to draw away nated duty section remains at combine with our primary mission moisture caused by perspiration. the hangar to cover air opera- of air operations,” said Burke. •Get wet feet indoors quickly. tions. Four sections rotate “However, being in the field is the •Don’t pop blisters, but if they break quarterly. reason why some of my Marines on their own, apply an antiseptic and “It is hard for aviation units joined the Marine Corps. If we to do this type of training. We can’t defend cover blisters with a sterile bandage. support air operations, and ourselves, •Get a podiatrist to treat bleeding they go 24 hours a day. They then we under the toenail to prevent loss. need us at work, but we need can’t do air- •Avoid bunions at the joints with this training,” said Burke. craft mainte- wider or better-fitting boots. A goal for MALS-24 is to nance.” eventually participate in a For more information, visit joint exercise with a ground www.apma.org or call 1-800- unit, since skills that are FOOTCARE to request a free taught to Marines in military brochure. Lance Cpl. Megan L. Stiner occupational specialty (MOS) (Courtesy of NewsUSA Roadguards are an important safety schools — those dealing with Featurettes.) requirement during moving formations, to weaponry and field safety — watch for oncoming fire or vehicles. can’t be applied in the every- WWord on the Street “Who do you think will win Super Bowl XXXVIII?

“...Patriots. I like the “I’ve heard that the “...The Panthers. They’re “I think the Pat’s. “I don’t really know Panthers, but the Pat’s Panthers are likely to due.” They’ve got a good who’s playing. Oh, the are gonna win.” win.” defense and offense Patriots are playing? Airman Jonathan right now.” Well, they are going to Lance Cpl. Autumn Steward- David Nelson win.” Beau Bergeron Campbell Aviation machinist mate Todd Korth Special intelligence Family member VP-9 Arizona State Kassie Young communicator, highway patrolman T- Mobile retail 3rd Radio Bn. and family member Sales representative A-4 • January 30, 2004 Hawaii Marine

EEVERVERYY CCLIMELIME && PPLALACECE 22nd MEU tests new, deployable college MCB QUANTICO, Va. — The Marine Corps Community Services Lifelong Learning Programs and the College of Continuing Education have partnered

Petty Officer 2nd Class Tiffini M. Jones with Central Texas College to deliver three undergraduate college credit courses using a Deployable Learning Resource Center. Shoving off The general education classes are GOVT Above — The USS Boxer (LHD-4) departs San Diego on a 2301, American Government I; GOVT deployment to the Central Command area of responsibility 2302, American Government II; and in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom II force rotation, Jan. HUMA 1315, Fine Arts Appreciation. 14. More than 200 Marines and 900 Sailors embarked The DLRC is the hardware component aboard USS Boxer are providing amphibious lift for a por- of the Marine Corps Distance Learning tion of the equipment and personnel from the 1st Marine Program that provides Marines with Expeditionary Force stationed at Camp Pendleton, Calif., access to the electronic multimedia course- and 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, stationed at Marine Corps Air ware when they are deployed. Each DLRC Station Miramar, Calif. consists of a server, local area network (LAN) switch, printer, and 20 laptop work- Left — Lance Cpl. Mario Reyes of Chicago says a final good- bye to his family on his cellular phone prior to boarding the stations. The server stores and distributes Petty Officer 3rd Class Mark J. Rebilas USS Boxer. all electronic courseware and hosts the necessary management tools to monitor student progress. The laptop workstations are provided to the deployed Marine students to enable access to the distance learning content. 22nd MEU designated ‘SOC’ Once the DLRC is networked on the LAN, all computers on the network will have Gunnery Sgt. cated training phase,” said access to the courseware. Keith A. Milks McKenzie in an address to Central Texas College is proud to be part 22nd MEU key staff members from of the pilot program delivering college- throughout the MEU. “The level courses for MarineNet, a Marine’s CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. — entire MEU has met my com- gateway to education and training online. Months of hard work culmi- mander’s intent to this point, Central Texas has nearly 40 years of expe- nated in the 22nd Marine and we’re ready to deploy. As rience in providing education and training Expeditionary Unit (MEU) of today, our focus is to pre- to military personnel, and is the largest receiving its “Special pare for combat operations.” provider of Servicemember Opportunity Operations Capable (SOC)” The unit’s mid-February College Agreements at the associate’s designation Jan. 23. embarkation aboard the degree level. The long and difficult jour- amphibious assault ships The college credit courses that a Marine ney began in August when Wasp, Whidbey Island, and can take through MarineNet can be the MEU, commanded by Col. Shreveport will mark the applied to a number of associate’s degree Kenneth F. McKenzie Jr., nineteenth time the unit has plans. They can receive up to 35 semester assumed operational control sailed forth into harm’s way. hours of credit from the following evalua- of its major subordinate ele- “We’ve been working really tions: ments: Battalion Landing hard so it’s a huge relief that The 22nd MEU received its “Special Operations Capable” Team, 1st Bn., 6th Marines; the pre-deployment training •Previous college courses, designation Jan. 23, five months after assuming opera- Marine Medium Helicopter is over,” said Lance Cpl. tional control of its major subordinate elements: Battalion •Training and experience in the Marine Squadron 266 (Reinforced); Landing Team, 1st Bn., 6th Marines; Marine Medium Jeremiah Braudrick, of Corps, and MEU Service Support Helicopter Squadron 266 (Reinforced), and MEU Service Kingston, Ohio, a mortarman •Challenge tests and Group 22. Support Group 22. with BLT 1/6’s Weapons •Training courses completed on Evaluators from the II Company. “We’re all excited MarineNet. Marine Expeditionary Force January. and ready to get on ship next (MEF) followed the MEU’s five-month The SOC program was begun in month and get in the fight.” Marines can visit the Web site at progression through combat courses, 1985 when the Corps established a For more information on the mis- online.ctcd.edu/marinet/index_marinet.c three at-sea training exercises, urban standardized training and evaluation sion, organization, and status of the fm or e-mail [email protected] for combat training in South Carolina, and program for all outbound MEUs. 22nd MEU, visit the unit’s Web site at further information on this pilot program. most recently, its SOC exercise in “Today marks the end of our dedi- www.22meu.usmc.mil. Marines in the 22nd MEU can preregister online Sunday. Hawaii Marine January 30, 2004 • A-5 Sergeant Major lives by the code Cpl. Danielle M. Bacon and he was sold. noncommissioned officer in charge. Combat Correspondent “He told me, ‘if you want to see the The 47-year-old sergeant major’s world, fight for freedom and be given drive doesn’t stop at the Marines and U.S. MARINE CORPS FORCES direction, then the Marine Corps is the Sailors he comes into contact with. It PACIFIC, CAMP H. M. SMITH — place for you,’” Williams recalled. influences his home life as well. There is no missing him as a Marine, The recruiter wasn’t kidding when he Williams and his wife have been mar- whether it’s in uniform or not. It is not said, “you will see the world.” Since ried for 24 years. It was the Corps that that the hair cut alone is a dead give graduating from Military Police School brought them together. away, but the combination of a bulldog in Fort McClellan, Ala., Williams has “My wife [a native of Seoul, Republic physique and an intense stride gives worked in more than 20 different units of South Korea] comes from a military away the sergeant major of Head- and served in twice as many billets all background. Her father was in the quarters and Service Bn., Marine Corps over the world. Korean Marine Corps and her brother Forces Pacific, as a motivated Marine. It was at his duty station, Camp was in the Korean Army,” Williams The Corps is etched on each line of Lejeune, N.C., that Williams re-enlisted explained. “She has always supported Sgt. Major Juan D. Williams’ seasoned the first time. me throughout my career … always by face and in every fragment of his heart, “I was contemplating joining the my side, ready to move where the which is why he enlisted for the eighth police force instead of re-enlisting, but I Marine Corps sends me. time Jan. 14. didn’t receive a reply to my inquiries,” “My daughter, graduated from the “He is dedicated to ‘his Marines,’” Williams remembered. “My first ser- police academy [on Jan. 9] and her said Col. William S. Febuary, command- geant, 1st Sgt. Jack Clagg, gave me the instructor told me, that she really has ing officer of Headquarters and Service letter after I had raised my hand [and drive and motivation,” said Williams, Bn., MarForPac. “His Marines” are every swore in]!” adding that his son, who attends college, rank from the youngest private to the Cpl. Danielle M. Bacon “He is a motivator. He backs up his feels like he has been in the Marine senior general. Williams has spent 27 years living and Marines for anything. He always Corps his whole life. Looking around, 27 years of well- breathing the Corps. ensures that they are ready to go,” said “If I could go back and do it all over earned memories, pictures, letters of Master Gunnery Sgt. Iosefa Elisara, the again, I wouldn’t change a thing,” achievement and memorabilia from his As a young 19 year old from Brooklyn, MarForPac career retention specialist Williams said of his life’s experience. days as a drill instructor line his office N.Y., he first set his eyes on the Army, walls. Notebooks of knowledge, drill but he soon “saw the light” by recruiter manuals and other memories line his Staff Sgt. Artis Washington. bookshelves, but the Marine Corps was- The recruiter spent just a few seconds n’t always Williams’ first choice. telling Williams about the Marine Corps, A-6 • January 30, 2004 Hawaii Marine

NMCRS, From A-1 ognized recipients of the 2003 Hawaii Volunteer of the Year spouses and children of and Kokua awards. Poster deceased active duty service Sarah Bass and Esther members by awarding them Adams received awards for unveiled grants for finances and work at the Pearl Harbor loca- To recognize the Marine schooling. During the Great tion; Darlene Moreland and Corps’ important environ- Depression, the Society Tanya Campbell received mental work, the U.S. Fish helped families who needed honors for work at Kaneohe and Wildlife Service teamed assistance because of the Bay. up with the Corps to unveil recent economic plunge. It “The individuals chosen the sixth in a series of also provided assistance with represent all the volunteers. “We’re Saving a Few Good natural disasters. No one person can accom- Species” posters during a World War II was a turning plish such marvels without ceremony Wednesday. point for the NMCRS. The the help of the entire Hawaii Representatives from National Citizen’s Committee family,” said Paul H. Belanger, Headquarters Marine was formed to help raise director of NMCRS Pearl Corps attended the ceremo- money for the Society. A total Harbor. ny, as well as other noted of $10,000 was raised by the Another individual who guests. efforts of the committee, and it was recognized in this year’s The new poster was was then possible for the ceremony was Pat Perry, or unveiled before the back- Society to expand its cate- “Auntie Pat” as she is referred drop of Combat Support gories of aid. Thus it began to by the Society. Company, 3rd Marine giving assistance in various Perry is currently the Regiment, AAV crews com- areas such as with child care, Society’s longest standing pleting the churning the duty station moves and fami- employee; she’s been with the Nuupia Ponds at MCB ly budget awareness. NMCRS for 43 years. When Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay. Volunteers also began run- she was hired in 1961 as a Brigadier Gen. Jerry C. ning thrift stores and sewing bookkeeper at the Barbers McAbee, commanding gen- layettes for newborns. Point Naval Air Station, she eral of MCB Hawaii, said Originally, the staff of the was making 90 cents per hour. the poster highlights opera- NMCRS consisted of 19 vol- She came to Kaneohe Bay in tions at the ponds and helps unteers. Since then, that num- 1977 and has since become the spread the message that ber has grown to more than director of the office. military readiness and 3,000. Throughout the past “I retire in two years, and training are not mutually decade, the NMCRS has when I do, I am going to come exclusive with environmen- assisted more than three mil- back as a volunteer and win lion active duty and retired every award the Society tal awareness. Courtesy of the Environmental Protection and Compliance Department Marines and Sailors and their offers,” said Perry. families with more than $1 bil- Society members and vol- lion in interest-free loans and unteers show intense dedica- AAVS, From A-1 Defense,” she added. here will help us be prepared grants. tion and enthusiasm — a per- Lance Cpl. Owen Kintzley, for this kind of terrain in com- The NMCRS has also aided fect compliment to their natural resources management AAV crew chief, CSC, agreed bat. It’s a once-a-year chance.” service and family members accomplishments during the specialist for MCB Hawaii. that it was a unique opportuni- The Mud Ops have become during the terrorist attacks on past 100 years. The Marines quickly altered ty to train and help make a dif- an annual tradition at MCB the USS Cole and at the With a growing number of the path they took to the sea in ference. Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, and the Pentagon, and during many offices, volunteers and mem- order to protect the stilt. A plan “These ponds are the only Hawaiian stilt population natural disasters such as bers, the Navy-Marine Corps was hatched to increase the place like it on Hawaii for this should continue to grow with Hurricane Isabel and the dev- Relief Society hopes to have bird’s dwindling population kind of training,” he said. the help of a few Marines and astating California forest fires. even more success in its sec- while giving amphibious vehi- “Getting to do the Mud Ops their AAVs. Recently, the NMCRS rec- ond century of service. cle drivers new training opportunities. Now, once every year, the 3rd Marine Regiment’s AAV platoon hits the mud for some environmentally friendly field operations. “We get to go out and give our drivers “stick time” on unfamiliar ter- rain that we normally don’t have an opportunity to train on,” said Staff Sgt. David Hickman, amphibi- ous assault vehicle section leader, CSC. “At the same time, it lets us protect the environment and clean up Nuupia Ponds.” “It’s really a symbiotic relationship between the AAVs during the mud ops and the Hawaiian stilt,” explained Drigot. “The tread marks fill in with water in such a way that the stilts’ nests are protect- ed by a little moat that increases the hatchling survival rate.” The AAV crews aren’t just creating nesting opportunities for the birds, however. The churning of the huge, steel tracks during the Ops also rids the ponds of both an invasive weed and a species of tree, neither of which is native to Hawaii. “The pickleweed thrives in wetland condi- tions, but it completely covers the mudflat that the stilts and other species need access to in order to forage and breed,” said Drigot. “The red man- grove tree, common to Brazil, chokes out the wet- lands as well. The AAVs take care of them both.” The number of Hawaiian stilts counted at the Nuupia Ponds Wildlife Management Area has grown from around 60 in the early 80s to more than 160 today, said Drigot. “Mud Ops is one of the most successful military environmental programs in the Department of Hawaii MMARINEARINE L IFESTYLESIFESTYLES HawaiiL Marine B Section January 30, 2004

Your vote: Use it or lose it

they take the appropriate steps The first step in selecting a candidate now. Despite the pressure of with- to represent your voice is registering ering media coverage, Habba also stressed the importance of making Lance Cpl. Rich Mattingly an informed decision once service Combat Correspondent INSIDE: See state specific members have been registered. registration information on B-3 “With the news media, there’s Tune any television set to the warm always a biased opinion. Depending cathode-ray glow of your favorite news mander of Headquarters and Service on which way a particular media outlet channel, and you won’t be able to escape Company, Headquarters Battalion, MCB slants, they’ll try to put out more stories it. Pick up a copy of a paper in town, Hawaii, and battalion voting assistance wish to vote. about a particular candidate,” he and it crawls across the headlines and officer. There are a explained. “You have to take every- bursts from the margins. Even radio Most would agree that with our many number of ways Marines and Sailors can thing you see or hear with a grain of salt. bandwidth these days is clogged with freedoms and rights, it’s easy to forget get registered to vote. They can get a I would encourage service members to talk show pundits and sound bites. It’s the importance of voting and underval- Federal Post Card Application from check out several different media unavoidable in the blitz of our media- ue the importance of a single vote. So their voting assistance officer or down- sources.” centric culture. It’s time to get registered much money and marketing is involved load the card from www.fvap.gov/ Your unit’s voting assistance officer to vote and find out how to cast your in electing a president, that an individ- pubs/onlinefpca.html. This form will can answer any additional questions absentee ballot. ual can feel irrelevant to the process. register service members and eligible about the voting process. An election can be hard to face with Nevertheless, in a democratic family members in the state where their our modern media and its tendency to country, no right should be home of record is located. All States and overload us with information and more zealously guarded than Territories, with the exception of Voting spin. In fact, more Americans the right to select official rep- American Samoa, Guam and Ohio avoid the polls altogether each resentatives to carry out accept it. Assistance year. Only half of the voting- the lawmaking and gov- It’s also important to use the form to Officers age population made it to the erning of our country, update your address if you’ve just polls in the last presidential elec- continued Habba. moved to Hawaii or haven’t re-regis- MarForPac Capt. Perrone 477-8365 tion, according to poll figures from “We’re serving our coun- tered here, said Habba. Absentee ballots 3rd MAR Capt. Halligan 257-2017 www.fec.gov/pages/2000turnout/ try, and voting is one right that we’ve are not forwarded by the post office, so MAG-24 1st Lt. Story 257-2558 reg&to00.htm. fought for since 1775,” Habba explained. Sailors and Marines with an old address CSSG-3 1st Lt. Wright 257-1845 “Some people may see voting as a Each unit at MCB Hawaii and its ten- on record might not receive their ballots. 12th MAR Lt. Mohler 257-8110 hassle, but it’s very important. It’s part ant commands has a voting assistance Marines, Sailors and their family 3rd Radio 1st Lt. Freier 257-1031 of what makes America such a great officer who is responsible at the unit members will be able to vote whether on HQBN Capt. Habba 257-9710 country,” said Capt. Mike Habba, com- level for assisting service members who base or in the field come election time, if Exercise your right to support candidates Guard and reserve forces, acting in DoD guidelines their official capacity may not engage in public commentary, including speeches prohibit certain and written submissions offered for publication, concerning political cam- political activities paigns or elections ... shall not distrib- ute political campaign or election litera- Lance Cpl. Rich Mattingly ture while in uniform, while acting in Combat Correspondent their official capacity, or while on a mil- itary installation.” The Iowa and New Hampshire cau- How much leeway do Marines and cuses officially mark the opening Sailors have in appropriately support- stretch for candidates racing to call the ing a political campaign? Can a service Want to REALLY make a difference? White House home. They mark the member display a candidate’s poster at Get active, educate yourself and spread the word! There are time citizens start looking ahead to the work or ask for campaign contribu- numerous ways to participate in the election process — whether it’s presidential election, when 10 months tions? reminding your friends, family and co-workers to register and vote later, Americans and service members According to the base Public Affairs or campaigning for your favorite candidate. Remember, voting is not will know who their Commander in Office, it’s a matter of tact and profes- only your civic duty, but also a privilege that should be exercised. Chief will be for the next four years. sionalism. While it’s perfectly accept- The following Web sites are just a few to help you get started in Election-year politics has always able to have a bumper sticker on your educating and participating in the election process: stirred strong passions and convictions privately owned vehicle supporting a •Secure Electronic Registration and Voting Experiment in Americans. It also stirs a desire to candidate, or to wear a political T-shirt, support a particular candidate, one it’s not appropriate to make politically SERVE allows eligible U.S. citizens to vote from any Windows-based whose political views most closely charged comments in the office or pass computer with Internet access, anywhere in the world! match your own. out a candidate’s flyers to your fellow www.serveusa.gov/public/aca.aspx So just how active can you be in sup- Marines. Erring on the side of propri- •Youth Vote Coalition porting a campaign without compro- ety and caution during this most A national nonpartisan coalition of diverse organizations established mising military professionalism or volatile of political seasons is your best to increase participation, build responsive government and promote breaking Department of Defense regu- bet. awareness. www.youthvote.org lations? “There is no restriction on expressing •Rock the Vote The answer can be found in DoD personal opinions on political candi- Built to educate, “register, make a stink, change minds, and stand Directive 1344.10, and some knowl- dates or issues,” explained Lt. Col. up for what you believe in.” www.rockthevote.com edgeable advice from base Public Laulie Powell, base staff judge advo- •Federal Election Commission Affairs and Legal Assistance Offices. cate. A good tool for anyone who wants to learn more about financing Directive 1344.10 states, “As a matter Exercising the right to support a can- campaigns for federal office, the rules and regulations pertaining to of long-standing policy, DoD personnel didate is an important freedom and this process, or elections and voting in general. fecweb1.fec.gov in their official capacity may not engage part of the principles a service member •Project Vote Smart in activities that associate DoD with swears to uphold and defend. Project Vote Smart provides information about candidates and elect- any partisan political campaign or elec- However, doing so at the expense of ed officials. www.vote-smart.org tion, candidate, cause or issue.” mission effectiveness and a cohesive The directive goes on to state, “All atmosphere at work or in the unit is not military personnel, including National acceptable. B-2 • January 30, 2004 Hawaii Marine MCCSMCCS MARINE CORPS COMMUNITY SERVICES www.mccshawaii.com POSSIBILITIES IN PARADISE By Bobbie Brock, MCCS Public Relations

NCO Appreciation Night — Saturday, 6 p.m. – 2 a.m. enjoy stories and learn a little Tennessee Titans Cheer- JANUARY The Staff NCO Club is hosting culture about African leaders — The Titans cheerlead- an NCO Appreciation Night. •At the Staff NCO Club Americans during Black ers will be visiting several 30 / Today Start the grooming process and Restaurant: History Month. Enjoy activities establishments aboard MCB invite your young devil dogs to Monday – Friday, and treats, Feb. 5 at 10 a.m., Feb. Hawaii. Get out and meet them Library Closure — The base the club for a bit of camaraderie 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. 11 at 6 p.m. and Feb. 21 at 1 p.m. and get an autograph. library will be closed for check- from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Show Sunday, 8 – 11 a.m. See the cheerleaders at the ing out books until further them your appreciation and 6/ Friday Anderson Hall dining facility at notice. However, the rest of the start them on the climb to •At the Officers’ Club Koa 11:30 a.m., at the Main library will be open for Internet becoming a successful staff Lounge: Staff NCO Newlywed Game Exchange at 1 p.m., at the access, magazine reading, NCO. (For O-1 through O-9, DoD — How well do you know your Semper Fit Center at 3:30 p.m., paperback circulation and use civilians and sponsored guests) mate? Attend the Staff NCO at Kahuna’s Sports Bar at 7 p.m. of the word processing comput- 31 / Saturday Wednesday – Thursday, Club’s Newlywed Game, Feb. 6. and at Kahuna’s Recreation ers. 4 – 9 p.m. All contestants will receive Center at 8:30 p.m. Auto Auction — The Auto Friday, 3 – 11 p.m. prizes, and the grand prizewin- Officers’ Club MatchMate — Skills Center is accepting sealed Saturday, 5 – 8 p.m. ner will receive a Valentine’s 14 / Saturday Are you single? Jump start bids on the below vehicles. dinner for two at the Staff NCO your love life, meet a new work- •For lunch at the Officers’ restaurant. Decadent Dinner — The out partner or just make a new Year Model Min. Bid Club: Register at the Staff NCO Staff NCO Club is hosting a friend at the Officers’ Club ’93 Ford Probe $550 Monday – Friday, Buffet Club by Feb. 4. For more infor- steak and shrimp Valentine’s Dating Game. ’91 Ford Escort $500 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. mation, call the NCO Club at Dinner, complete with four Lucky couples will win ’89 Nissan Sentra $450 Monday – Friday, À la Carte 254-5481. courses and champagne, fol- Valentine’s dinners for two at ’88 Acura Legend $1,000 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. lowed by dancing. The cost is the club on Feb. 14. Sign up to (Note: All the above vehicles 7 / Saturday $19.95 for members and $24.95 be a contestant at the Officers’ are running; however, the •At the Officers’ Club Main for nonmembers. Club, or call 254-7650. Sentra needs body work.) Dining Room: Sweet Treats — The base For reservations, call 254- Thursday – Saturday, library invites children and par- 5481. Joint Education Center — 5:30 – 8 p.m. ents to a pre-Valentine’s Day The Joint Education Center has Sunday Brunch, celebration at 1 p.m. Hear Sweetheart Dinner — The moved from Bldg. 219 to Bldg. 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. sweet stories, make a lovely Officers’ Club Valentine’s 220. For more information, call Valentine and enjoy a tasty Dinner will be a four-course SM&SPSM&SP 257-2158. KOSC Art Auction — All treat. dinner starting with champagne hands are invited to the For more information, call and topped off with a heart- K-Bay Clubs — Marine Kaneohe Officers’ Spouses Club 254-7624. shaped strawberry shortcake Corps Base Hawaii boasts three Art Auction from 6 to 10 p.m. filled with a special strawberry newly renovated clubs with the Tickets are $9 in advance and 11 / Wednesday shortcake desert. The cost is $70 below hours of operation. $12 at the door, and Pictures per couple. Plus will provide artwork. Bosses’ Night — Treat the Reservations are required; •At Kahuna’s Sports Bar & Proceeds will go toward KOSC Boss right; bring him or her to call 254-7650. Grill: scholarships and charities. the Staff NCO Club Rocker (For E-5 and below, DoD Call 234-5662 or see your Room from 5 to 7 p.m. for 15/ Sunday civilians and sponsored guests) KOSC unit representative for refreshments, pupus and live Monday – Wednesday, more information. entertainment by the mainland The “Lord of the Rings” 6 p.m. – 12 a.m. jazz group Kenney Polson. Marathon — Is the weather not Thursday, 6 p.m. – 1 a.m. Latin Night — The Staff treating you right? Head on Friday, 6 p.m. – 2 a.m. NCO Club will cha-cha the 12 / Thursday over to the base theater for the Saturday, 6 p.m. – 1 a.m. night away with the hottest showing of the “Lord of The All events are open to Latin music from 6 p.m. to 1 Kahuna’s Karaoke —- Take Rings” trilogy. The marathon single, active duty military, •For lunch at Kahuna’s: a.m. your singing from the shower to will begin with “The Lord of the E-5 and below. Monday – Friday, For more information, call the the club. Mark your calendar Rings: The Fellowship of the The SM&SP Office is 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. NCO Club at 254-5481. for the Kahuna’s Karaoke Ring” at 1 p.m., followed by located in Bldg. 1629. Call Contest preliminaries, to be “The Lord of the Rings: The 254-7593 for more info. •At the Staff NCO Club held Feb. 12, 19 and 26, and Two Towers” at 5 p.m., and end- Rocker Room: FEBRUARY March 4 and 11 at 9 p.m. ing with “The Lord of the Rings: SM&SP Online (For E-6 through E-9, DoD Finalists from each prelimi- The Return of the King” at 8 Get more on SM&SP at civilians and sponsored guests) 5 / Thursday nary will compete in the final p.m. www.MCCSHawaii.com Monday & Tuesday, Closed contest on March 18. All movies are rated PG-13. under the “Semper Fit- Wednesday, 4:30 – 10 p.m. Black History Celebration — The cost is $5 to enter. For For more information and to ness” icon. Thursday, 4:30 – 8 p.m. The base library invites all MCB more information, contact purchase tickets, call 254-7641 Friday, 4:30 p.m. – 2 a.m. Hawaii and DoD families to Kahuna’s at 254-7660. or 254-7642. Upcoming Events •Feb. 7: Make plans to go deep-sea fishing next Saturday from 6:30 a.m. until noon. All E-5 and JEMS is a one-stop employment shop below, single, active duty members should meet Roberto Katekaru and its employment needs, which con- There is no cost to clients, and once regis- SM&SP at the base marina. Program Manager, tribute to the economic well being of the tered for JEMS, clients will be introduced to Cost is $50 per person and Family Member Employment family unit. As a result, the FMEAP/TAP the Career Resource Center and the various includes lunch. Personal Services, office helps the military community and its methods to conduct job searches. Call 254-7636 or 254-7593 Marine Corps Community Services families secure gainful employment in Individuals will also have the capability for more details. Hawaii through career planning and job to access the job bank Web site from any •Feb. 8: Join the SM&SP The Family Member Employment search assistance. computer, even from the comfort of their for some all-star football Assistance Program (FMEAP) and A Career Resource Center is available to own home. fun at the Pro Bowl Tailgate Transition Assistance Program (TAP) offer a conduct job search activities. The center is If you are interested in obtaining more Party. Tickets are only $40 wonderful job bank service called Joint comprised of resources such as Labor information about JEMS, call the each and include food, Employment Management System (JEMS) Market Research via its resource library and FMEAP/TAP office employment consult- transportation and admis- to all ID card holders — active duty, the Internet; computer stations to assist ants at 257-7790, or visit the JEMS Web site sion to the game. This all- retirees, reservists and family members — clients in developing résumés, cover letters at www.jemshawaii.com. day event will begin at 7:30 who are seeking employment opportunities and federal job application submissions; Remember, you must first register and a.m. and last until 4:30 p.m. on the island of Oahu. and the JEMS job bank. Workshops in obtain a password to actually see the jobs There are only 50 tickets, There are more than 1,400 jobs listed in résumé writing, the Federal job application listed in the database. so call today to reserve the JEMS database by approximately 300 process, and interviewing techniques are If you have a need to use the Career yours! employers. The FMEAP/TAP Office is also conducted on a monthly basis. Resource Center and/or want assistance in Tickets are for active located at Personal Services of Marine The JEMS job bank is an online Web site developing résumés and cover letters, call duty only; single and E-5s Corps Community Services Hawaii, Bldg. that can only be accessed through a simple the FMEAP/TAP office today to make an and below will receive first 216. registration process. Registration is accom- appointment and start your job search with priority. The Department of Defense recognizes plished by an appointment with the the tools needed to achieve your employ- Call 254-7593 for more the importance of the military community FMEAP or TAP Coordinator. ment goals. information. •Feb. 14-16: Mark your calendars for a Kauai The Last Samurai (R) Today at 7:15 p.m. Island Trip during the holi- day weekend, which MMOOVIEVIE TTIMEIME The Missing (R) Today at 9:45 p.m. includes airfare, hotel, and Love Don’t Cost a Thing (PG-13) Saturday at 7:15 p.m. ground transportation to Prices: Adults (12 and older) $3, Children (6 to 11) $1.50, the airport and back, as Children (5 and younger) free. Matinee prices are $2 for adults, Honey (PG-13) Saturday at 9:45 p.m. well as rental vans on $1 for children. Parents must purchase tickets for “R”-rated Honey (PG-13) Sunday at 3:30 p.m. Kauai. The cost for this movies in person at the box office for children 16 years old and trip is only $350 per per- younger. For E-5 and below, admission is free to the second show The Human Stain (R) Sunday at 7:15 p.m. son, with $100 deposit due on Friday and Saturday evenings only. Sunday evenings, the Love Don’t Cost a Thing (PG-13) Wednesday at 7:15 p.m. by Sunday. Call 254-7636 price is $1 for all patrons. Show your I.D. at the box office. Call or 254-7593 to register. 254-7642 for recorded information. The Last Samurai (R) Thursday at 7:15 p.m. Sneak Preview Policy: One hour and 45 minutes prior to the •March 12-15: Also, Stuck on You (PG-13) Feb. 6 at 7:15 p.m. reserve these days for a trip movie, tickets will be issued to first priority patrons waiting in to Las Vegas. line, then second and third priority patrons. The Human Stain (R) Feb. 6 at 9:45 p.m. Hawaii Marine January 30, 2004 • B-3 2004 Voter Registration Information

The general election date is Nov. 2, 2004. *The day indicates when your registration must be postmarked or delivered before the primary, caucus or presidential preference date.

------Alabama Kentucky North Dakota Presidential Primary Date: 6/1 Presidential Primary Date: 5/18 Democrat and Republican Caucuses Date: 2/3 *Postmarked by the 11th day. *Postmarked by the 28th day. No voter registration required. For more information, call 334-242-4337. For more information, call 502-573-7100. For more information, call 701-328-2900. ------Alaska Louisiana Ohio Democratic Caucuses Date: 3/20 Presidential Preference Election Date: 3/9 Presidential Primary Date: 3/2 *Postmarked by the 30th day. *Postmarked by the 24th day. *Postmarked by the 30th day. For more information, call 907-465-4611. For more information, call 225-925-7885. For more information, call 614-728-5639. ------Arizona Maine Oklahoma Presidential Preference Election Date: 2/3 Democratic Caucuses Date: 2/8 Presidential Primary Date: 2/3 *Postmarked by the 29th day. Rep. Caucuses Date: Jan. 1 – Mar. 19 *Postmarked by the 25th day. For more information, call 877-843-8683. Delivered by the 10th day. For more information, call 405-521-2391. ------You can also register in person through election day. ------Arkansas For more information, call 207-287-3676. Oregon Presidential Primary Date: 5/18 ------Presidential Primary Date: 5/18 *Postmarked by the 30th day. Maryland *Postmarked by the 21st day. For more information, call 501-682-1010. Presidential Primary Date: 3/2 For more information, call 503-986-2255. ------*Postmarked by the 5th Monday. ------California For more information, call 410-269-2840. Pennsylvania Presidential Primary Date: 3/2 ------Presidential Primary Date: 4/27 *Postmarked by the 29th day. Massachusetts *Postmarked by the 30th day. For more information, call 916-657-2166. Presidential Primary Date: 3/2 For more information, call 717-787-5280. ------*Postmarked by the 20th day. ------Colorado For more information, call 617-727-2828. Rhode Island Democratic and Republican Caucuses Date: 4/13 ------Presidential Preference Primary Date: 3/2 *Postmarked by the 29th day. Michigan *Postmarked by the 30th day. For more information, call 303-894-2680. Democratic Presidential Caucuses Date: 2/7 For more information, call 401-222-2340. ------*Postmarked by the 30th day. ------Connecticut For more information, call 517-373-2540. South Carolina Presidential Primary Date: 3/2 ------Democratic Presidential Preference Primary Date: 2/3 *Postmarked by the 14th day. Minnesota *Postmarked by the 30th day. For more information, call 860-509-6100. Democratic and Republican Caucuses Date: 3/2 For more information, call 803-734-9060. ------*Delivered by the 21st day. ------Delaware You can also register at the polls on election day. South Dakota Democratic Presidential Primary Date: 2/3 For more information, call 651-215-1440. Presidential Primary Date: 6/1 *Postmarked by the 20th day. ------*Delivered by the 15th day. For more information, call 302-739-4277. Mississippi For more information, call 605-773-3537. ------Presidential Primary Date: 3/9 ------District of Columbia *Postmarked by the 30th day. Tennessee Presidential Primary Date: 1/13 For more information, call 601-359-1350. Presidential Primary Date: 2/10 Republican Presidential Preference Caucuses Date: 2/10 ------*Postmarked by the 30th day. Democratic Caucuses Date: 2/14 Missouri For more information, call 615-741-7956. *Postmarked by the 30th day. Presidential Primary Date: 2/3 ------For more information, call 202-727-2525. *Postmarked by the 28th day. Texas ------For more information, call 573-751-2301. Presidential Primary Date: 3/9 Florida ------*Postmarked by the 30th day. Presidential Primary Date: 3/9 Montana For more information, call 512-463-5650. *Postmarked by the 29th day. Presidential Primary Date: 6/8 ------For more information, call 850-488-7690. *Postmarked by the 30th day. Utah ------For more information, call 406-444-4732. Democratic Presidential Primary Date: 2/27 Georgia ------Republican Caucuses Date: 3/23 Presidential Preference Primary Date: 3/2 Nebraska *Postmarked by the 20th day. *Postmarked by the 5th Monday. Presidential Primary Date: 5/11 For more information, call 801-538-1041. For more information, call 404-656-2871. *Postmarked by the 4th Tuesday. ------For more information, call 402-471-2554. Vermont Hawaii ------Presidential Preference Primary Date: 3/2 Primary Election Date: 9/18 Nevada *Delivered by the 2nd Saturday. *Postmarked by the 30th day. Presidential Primary Date: 9/7 For more information, call 802-828-2304. For more information, call 808-453-8683. *Postmarked by the 5th Saturday. ------For more information, call 775-684-5707. Virginia Idaho ------Democratic Presidential Primary Date: 2/10 Democratic Caucus-Presidential Primary Date: 2/25/03 New Hampshire *Delivered by the 29th day. *Postmarked by the 25th day. Presidential Primary Date: 1/27 For more information, call 804-786-6551. For more information, call 208-334-2300. *Delivered by the 10th day. ------For more information, call 603-271-3244. Washington Illinois ------Republican Caucuses Date: 3/9 Presidential Primary Date: 3/16 New Jersey *Postmarked by the 30th day. *Postmarked by the 29th day. Presidential Primary Date: 6/8 For more information, call 360-586-0400. For more information, call 217-782-4141. *Postmarked by the 29th day. ------For more information, call 609-292-3762. West Virginia Indiana ------Presidential Primary Date: 5/11 Presidential Primary Date: 5/4 New Mexico *Postmarked by the 30th day. *Postmarked by the 29th day. Republican Primary Date: 6/1 For more information, call 304-558-6000. For more information, call 317-232-3939. Democratic Caucus Date: 2/3 ------*Postmarked by the 28th day. Wisconsin Iowa For more information, call 505-827-3624. Presidential Primary Date: 2/17 Democratic and Republican Caucuses Date: 1/19 ------*Postmarked by the 13th day. *Postmarked by 15th day. New York You can also register in person through election day. For more information, call 888-767-8683. Presidential Primary Date: 3/2 For more information, call 608-266-8005. ------*Postmarked by the 25th day. ------Kansas For more information, call 518-474-8103. Wyoming Democratic Caucuses Date: 3/13 ------Democratic County Caucus Date: 3/20 *Delivered by the 15th day. North Carolina Democratic State Caucus Date: 5/15 For more information, call 785-296-4564. Presidential Primary Date: 5/4 *Postmarked by the 30th day. *Postmarked by the 25th day. You can also register at the polls on election day. For more information, call 919-733-7173. For more information, call 307-777-7378. Frequently Asked Questions about Absentee Voting

(Courtesy of DoD Federal Voting and the intent to return to that loca- ered to be in the same category of Do I have to be registered to vote Assistance Program) tion as your primary residence. absentee voter as military members absentee? Military and family members may and generally should follow the same Registration requirements vary Can I vote absentee? change their legal residence every procedures. from state to state. States and territo- Generally, all U.S. citizens 18 years time they change permanent duty sta- ries allow the citizen to register and or older who are or will be residing tions, or they may retain their legal If I am required to have my (FPCA) request an absentee ballot by submit- outside the United States during an residence without change. Family or ballot notarized, how do I do it? ting an FPCA during the election year. election period are eligible to vote members may have a different legal Generally, election materials may absentee in any election. voting residence from the member. be witnessed or sworn to before a When should I receive my ballot? A legal officer should be consulted notary, U.S. commissioned officer, Under normal circumstances, most Where is my “legal” voting before legal residence is changed embassy or consular officer, or other states and territories begin mailing residence? because there are usually other factors officials authorized to administer ballots to citizens 30-45 days before an For voting purposes, your legal vot- that should be considered besides vot- oaths. election. If you have not received your ing residence can be the state or terri- ing. ballot two weeks before the election, tory where you last resided prior to Must I submit a separate application contact the Federal Voting Assistance entering military service, or the state My family members are not in the for each election? Program’s Ombudsman Service to or territory that you have since military; can they also vote absentee? One FPCA will secure for the appli- assist in determining when your bal- claimed as your legal residence. To The law entitles eligible family cant both primary and general elec- lot was mailed. Always execute and claim a new legal residence, you must members of military personnel to vote tion ballots for Federal offices for an return your absentee ballot regardless have simultaneous physical presence absentee. Family members are consid- entire calendar year. of when you receive it. B-4 • January 30, 2004 Hawaii Marine

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Today Saturday Mashed Potatoes w/Peanut Butter Frosting Asst. Fruit Pies Asst. Fruit Pies Lunch Brunch/Dinner Chocolate Chip Cookies Asst. Fruit Pies Pepper Steak Baked Lasagna Asst. Fruit Pies Dinner Dinner Southern Fried Catfish Chicken Parmesan Dinner Steak Smothered w/Onions Braised Liver w/Onions Rice Pilaf Pizza Slices Dinner Turkey Pot Pie Southern Fried Catfish El Rancho Stew Potatoes Au Gratin Garlic Bread Beef Brogul Sweet & Sour Pork Mashed Potatoes Honey Ginger Chicken Simmered Black-Eyed Peas Marble Cake w/ Baked Cajun Fish Steamed Rice Steamed Rice Steamed Rice Sugar Cookies Chocolate Icing Mashed Potatoes Parsley Buttered Potatoes Oatmeal Cookies Boiled Egg Noodles Asst. Fruit Pies Asst. Fruit Pies Steamed Rice Peanut Butter Cake Strawberry Shortcake Marble Cake w/ Chocolate Chip Cookies w/Peanut Butter Frosting Asst. Fruit Pies Chocolate Cream Frosting Dinner Sunday Asst. Fruit Pies Asst. Fruit Pies Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Beef Pot Pie Brunch/Dinner Specialty Bar Asst. Fruit Pies Roast Turkey Barbecue Beef Cubes Specialty Bar Specialty Bar (Lunch & Dinner) Paprika Butter Potatoes Baked Turkey & Noodles (Lunch & Dinner) (Lunch & Dinner) Country Bar Specialty Bar Steamed Rice Steamed Rice Pasta Bar Taco Bar (Lunch & Dinner) Sugar Cookies Ginger Molasses Cookies Taco Bar Asst. Fruit Pies Spice Cake w/ Thursday Butter Cream Frosting Tuesday Wednesday Lunch Specialty Bar Lunch Lunch Turkey À La King (Lunch & Dinner) Simmered Corned Beef Pork Adobo Beef Porcupines Pasta Bar Monday w/Mustard Sauce Beef Yakisoba Mashed Potatoes Lunch Honey Glazed Cornish Hens Steamed Rice Boiled Egg Noodles Meatloaf Parsley Buttered Potatoes Pork Fried Rice Marble Cake w/ Pork Ham Roast Egg Noodles Oatmeal Cookies Chocolate Cream Frosting Steamed Rice Peanut Butter Cake Strawberry Shortcake Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Cookies can help bring loved ones together

NAPS Cookie Swap Tips Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a Featurettes •Avoid duplication by having each medium bowl, combine Argo cornstarch, guest provide the cookie name when flour and 2/3 cup powdered sugar. Set Baking, cooking and socializing are they RSVP for the event. aside. complimentary, so to catch up on hap- •Ask your family and friends to bring In a large bowl, beat 2 cups of butter penings with your family and friends, enough copies of their cookie recipe for with a mixer at medium speed, until consider hosting a cookie swap to come each guest scheduled to attend, so you softened and smooth. Add the corn- away with a wide array of cookies to can swap recipes. starch mixture, vanilla and 1 1/2 tea- grace your dessert selections. •To avoid munching on cookies, offer spoons of lemon peel; beat well. (If nec- a few appetizers and drinks to guests, or essary, refrigerate dough one hour or How it Works have them bake enough cookies that on- until easy to handle.) Invite a group of family and friends to site sampling won’t deplete the number Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and each bake 2-4 dozen of their favorite of cookies available to take home. place them 1 1/2 inches apart on an cookie. As guests arrive, arrange their •If you are going to encourage cookie ungreased cookie sheet. Bake 10 to 12 cookies on a table with a card identifying sampling during your cookie swap, have minutes, or until edges are lightly each type of cookie. Guests then go beverages such as tea, cider, coffee and browned, then cool completely on wire milk on hand. racks. around the table and pick a specific NAPS number of assorted cookies to take home A cookie sampling at a cookie recipe For icing, beat together in a medium with them. swap takes the cake. Shortbread Cookies bowl the remaining 1/3 cup of butter For ease, divide the number of guests and the remaining teaspoon of lemon by the total number of cookies, to deter- These stories are great icebreakers, espe- 1 1/3 cups Argo cornstarch peel until the butter is softened. Add the mine how many cookies each guest can cially if you have a group of people who 2 cups all-purpose flour remaining 4 cups of powdered sugar select. Each guest should go home with might not know each other well. 4 2/3 cups powdered sugar, sifted and lemon juice; then beat until well the same number of cookies they Another thought is to ask each person and divided combined. brought — but in a varied assortment of to make a few extra cookies. The extras 2 1/3 cups butter, divided Add food coloring, if desired, and tastes, shapes, styles and colors. can be put into tins and delivered to 1/2 teaspoon vanilla decorate cookies with icing and sprin- To make the swap more personal, each friends and relatives who are too sick to 2 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel, kles in fun designs such as stripes and guest could be introduced and then cook or bake for the gathering. Or, they divided polka dots. Store in a tightly covered share a favorite memory, the history can be delivered to local charities, fire or 1/3 cup lemon juice container. behind the recipe or a family tradition. police departments. Sprinkles, optional This recipe makes 6 dozen cookies. Hawaii Marine January 30, 2004 • B-5 End of racial segregation commemorated in February

Headquarters Marine Corps Week in 1926 but in 1976, the week was Advancement of Colored People sup- zens “equal protection of the laws.” Press Release expanded and renamed Black History ported her case, along with similar cases Prior to this decision, President Harry Month. elsewhere in Kansas, South Carolina, S. Truman signed Executive Order 9981, WASHINGTON — During February, This year’s theme is “Brown vs. Board Virginia and Delaware. In December which directed the racial integration of commanders have been encouraged to of Education of Topeka, Kansas,” and 1952, all five cases were argued together the armed forces. This gave greater cre- recognize the significance of African- commemorates the 50th anniversary of in the Supreme Court by Thurgood dence to the military oath to “support American contributions to American soci- the Supreme Court decision that subse- Marshal, then head of the NAACP Legal and defend the Constitution of the ety and history with programs that pro- quently ended federally sanctioned racial Defense and Education Fund. United States,” thereby strengthening the mote participation in observance events, segregation in public schools. The Court’s unanimous decision, military’s reputation as a powerful force both on base and in the local community. Linda Brown, an African-American handed down on May 17, 1954, declared of national defense. February 2004 marks the 78th national girl who was attending fifth grade at a that separate educational facilities are The executive order and Supreme observance of African-American contri- public school in Topeka, was denied inherently “unequal” and, as such, vio- Court decision laid the groundwork for butions to American history. Dr. Carter admission into the all-white elementary late the 14th Amendment to the U.S. the desegregation of public schools and G. Woodson established Negro History school. The National Association for the Constitution, which guarantees all citi- our society as a whole.

BlackBlack HistoryHistory MonthMonth Schedule of Events

Feb. 1 – 29 Thursday, Feb. 19, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, 1 – 2 p.m. Be sure to see the heritage displays around Treat your young ones under 10 years old to cul- Treat your young ones under 10 years old to cul- Marine Corps Base Hawaii, both at Kaneohe Bay tural readings at the base library. tural readings at the base library. and Camp H. M. Smith. Artwork and artifacts will be placed at the main Marine Corps Exchange, Bldg. Friday, Feb. 20, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Stay tuned for more: 1 and Bldg. 216, and at other tenant unit locations. Save this date for the Black History Month •Guest appearances by Pro Bowl football players Also, Mega Video will offer discounted rental prices Luncheon and guest speaker presentation at the at Kaneohe Bay. on all movies that highlight African-American cul- Anderson Hall dining facility. The meal will feature •A comedy show featuring local comedians at the ture, struggles and artists. traditional African American cuisine, and is open to K-Bay enlisted club. all active duty, DoD and family members for $3.25. •The feature movie presentation of “Boycott,” a Tuesday, Feb. 17, 6 – 7 p.m. Military and their families in pay grades E-4 and dramatization of the historic mid-50s, public bus Treat your young ones under 10 years old to cul- below can dine at the discounted rate. boycott that played a pivotal role in the civil rights tural readings at the base library. movement, at the K-Bay base theater. B-6 • January 30, 2004 HAWAII MARINE WWORDORD TOTO PPASSASS FBI Seeks Agents has established a new way of communi- cially designed to be TDY/TAD-friendly oldest and largest professional military If you are interested in a career with cating its activities & events by setting (temporary duty or temporary addition- association representing sea service con- the FBI, attend the FBI career seminar, up a separate page on the Koolau News al duty). cerns, has announced that it is accepting Monday in Bldg. 267, Classroom 2, from Web site at www.koolaunews.com/waa. For more information, contact applications for its 2004 scholarship pro- 10 to 11 a.m. Entry-level salary is Look for more information about the fol- Michelle Southwick at 449-6364 or visit gram, which includes 10 separate $45,060. For more details, call the lowing upcoming events: the Web site at [email protected] or awards of $5,000 and still others for col- Personal Services office at 257-7790. •Sunday, the WAA will hold the first www.goou.ou.edu. lege degrees. in a series of free “Community The competitive FRA-funded scholar- Boutiki Seeks Donation Requests Conversations & Explorations” from 3 to Entertainment Abounds ships are based on financial need, aca- The Boutiki Gift Shop is now accept- 5 p.m. by exploring the theme of bird at Local Theaters demic standing, character and leader- ing donation request letters from organi- watching. Attendees will meet in the •At the Kennedy Theatre: Feb. 6 – 7 ship qualities. Preference is provided to zations seeking monies to help fund var- Times Coffee Shop parking lot in Kailua and 12 – 14 at 8 p.m., Feb. 15 at 2 p.m., FRA members and their families, and ious programs or supplies. Nonprofit overlooking the Hamakua Wetlands. “Betty’s Summer Vacation.” It’s a roller- applications are due by April 15. organizations that are directly involved About 4 p.m., the group will head on coaster ride that starts off seeming rela- Get an application form (with a revi- in quality-of-life issues for military fam- up to the Hawaii Pacific University cam- tively normal, but almost immediately sion date beyond Oct. 1) at www.fra.org. ilies may send in a request letter to the pus for the Artists’ Reception being held reveals that things are not as they seem. Boutiki Gift Shop, ATTN: Donation in conjunction with the opening of the The play explores reality TV characters Voting Guide Outlines State Elections Request, Box 10, Naval Station Pearl exhibit titled “Bird Watching.” Bring that perform extreme atrocities. Tickets Because election laws vary from state Harbor, HI 96860. your folding or beach chair and an go on sale Monday at $15 regular, $12 to state, service members and their fam- Letters must be postmarked by Feb. umbrella, sunscreen and a hat to protect military, $10 non-UH students, $3 UH ilies should consult the recently distrib- 17, and should include the name, you from the sun. Preregister by noon students. Call 956-7655 for more info. uted 2004/2005 Voting Assistance Guide address, and telephone number of your Saturday. •At the Kennedy Theatre: Feb. 7 and for procedures to register or request an organization and specific details about •Feb. 7 from 8 a.m. to noon, Waikalua Feb. 13 – 14 at 11 p.m., “The Most absentee ballot in local, state or federal what your donation will be used for. Loko Fishpond Community Steward- Massive Woman Wins.” It’s a late-night elections. The Guide is available online The not-for-profit Boutiki retail store ship Day. production that takes a bold look at the at www.fvap.gov, and absentee voting sells handcrafted Hawaiiana, Americana •Feb. 21 from 8 a.m. to noon, the images of women’s bodies in our society, materials may also be obtained through and seasonal décor. Its all-volunteer quarterly great Kapaa Quarry Road which was first performed at New unit voting assistance officers. staff is comprised of spouses from all Cleanup/out Community Stewardship York’s Playwright’s Festival. Tickets go Voting officials recommend military branches of the military. Profits from Day. on sale one hour before show time at $8 submit a new Federal Post Card the store go to organizations located on For more information about any WAA general admission, $$7 military and non- Application form (SF-76) in January of Oahu who have a direct impact on the activity, contact Shannon Wood, interim UH students, $3 UH students. every year, and whenever members and military or their families such as the president, at 263-6001. Latecomers will not be admitted once their families move locations. Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, the the performance begins. Call 956-7655 American Red Cross and the Armed Friends of Heeia Seek Volunteers for for more. Windward Arts Council Announces Services YMCA, to name just a few. ‘Up the Stream,’ Saturday •At the Richardson Theatre, Fort Arts Achievement Award Store hours are Mondays, Fridays, •Sunday, you are invited to the Heeia Shafter: Feb. 26 – March 13, “Kiss Me, Windward high school students who and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and State Park “Open Market” from 9 a.m. to Kate.” Tickets are now on sale from $8- excel in the arts are being invited to Wednesdays from 3 to 7 p.m. For more 3 p.m. Enjoy the beauty of the park $17. Call 438-4480 for more details. apply for the Windward Arts Council’s details, contact Mary Nishioka, Boutiki while shopping for arts, crafts, fruits, annual $300 Arts Achievement Awards. publicity, at 623-0736 or 422-6662. veggies, plants and more. Organizations Post Scholarship The six award categories are instrumen- •Mark your calendar for “In the Opportunities tal and vocal music, theatre, dance, cre- Tech Shows Scheduled for Military Garden,” Feb. 14, March 13 and April 10, •To say “thank you” in a very mean- ative writing, visual arts and Hawaiian Military, family members and DoD a series of Hawaiian gardening work- ingful way to the nation’s children who music, dance and chant. employees are invited to come see the shops with experts in the field. Discover have lost a parent in the world’s endur- To be eligible, students must be in latest in technology and talk to knowl- the best techniques for pruning, ing struggle against the evil of terrorism, high school, live on the Windward side edgeable representatives when three mulching, transplanting and more, to the American Legion has established the and be recommended by their arts disci- Tech Shows hit the islands in February. pot and propagate plants for your own American Legacy Scholarship. Children pline teacher. Applications will be Bring your office staff and colleagues to backyard. Stay tuned to “Word to Pass” of members of U.S. active duty military, accepted until March 1. see the latest in laptops, integrated net- for more details. and of federalized Guard and Reserve The Windward Arts Council will pres- works and cabling solutions, multimedia •Need a meeting place for your personnel, killed on or after Sept. 11, ent awards to recipients in a public con- software, computer-based training and organization? Call 247-3156 for details 2001, are eligible. cert and exhibition on Sunday, April 25, more. about renting the hall on Fridays, To obtain an application, visit the and it will present award checks at that Attend at the Officers Club, Hickam Saturdays or Sundays. Legion’s Web site at www.legion.org and time, made possible by the Harold K. L. Air Force Base, Feb. 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 click on “community.” Castle Foundation, Persis Corporation, p.m.; at the Sunset Lanai, Bldg. 500, OU Offers Degrees at Hickam AFB The public may contribute to the the Irmgard Aluli Fund of the Arts Camp H. M. Smith, Feb. 4 from 10 a.m. The University of Oklahoma offers a American Legacy Scholarship Fund by Council and others. to 2 p.m.; and at the Banyans Club, Pearl Master’s of Arts in Managerial sending donations to The American For more information, or to obtain an Harbor, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Economics and a Master’s of Public Legacy Scholarship Fund, The American application, call Anne McKay at 254- The Tech Show is free to all personnel Administration at its Hickam Air Force Legion, P.O. Box 1055, Indianapolis, IN 1147 or e-mail her at annemkay@world with on-site registration. Refreshments Base campus. Further, non-thesis pro- 46206. net.att.net. Write to the Windward Arts will be provided. Call toll free, 1-888- grams can be completed in about 18 •The Fleet Reserve Association, the Council at Box 1704, Kailua HI 96734. 282-2262, for more details. months, and the Windward Auhupuaa Alliance once per Establishes Web Site, New Series week class- The Windward Auhupuaa Alliance es are espe- quotableq “Stop worrying about the potholes in the road and celebrate ” the journey!

— Fitzhugh Millan Hawaii Marine January 30, 2004 • B-7

Active duty

Cub Scouts and their families from Pack 225 take an active role in cleaning North Beach recently aboard MCB Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay. The event contributed toward the scouts’ Environmental Conservation Award requirements. Photo Courtesy of Amy Roberts qq u o t a b l e “Even dirt glitters when the sun is shining upon it.” — Goethe Hawaii MMARINEARINE SPORPORTSTS Hawaii Marine C Section S January 30, 2004 MAG-24 tops VP-9 in opener

Cpl. Jessica M. Mills News Editor

It was a long night for the Marine Aircraft Group 24 Marauders when they fought off the Patrol Squadron 9 Golden Eagles for more than two hours to get the 11-8 win, during the first game of the MCB Hawaii Intramural Baseball sea- son, Monday at Reiseley Field. It was obvious from the beginning that neither team had a suitable amount of practice time before the start of the game. During the top of the first, the Golden Eagles pitcher threw more balls than strikes, allowing the Marauders to fill the bases with ease. Kenny Clow, a maintenance adminis- tration clerk for MAG-24, stole home when the Golden Eagles catcher lost the ball, putting the Marauders on the board, 1-0. The Golden Eagles pitcher then start- ed throwing wild pitches and the Marauders continued to walk the bases, adding another run to the board. The Golden Eagles catcher was also Cpl. Jessica M. Mills having a lot of trouble keeping the ball in A MAG-24 batter swings at a low pitch in the Intramural Baseball Season opener. Tthe Marauders deafeated VP-9, 11-8, Monday. his glove. He allowed repeated inci- dents of passed balls, and his reaction “passed ball syndrome.” gave Sander the opportunity to take Marauders did not allow any base hits time was slow as the Marauders took Finally, Scott Sander, coach of the third and continue on home, raising the and the inning ended with the advantage of his errors and flew towards Golden Eagles, batted the runner on sec- score, 3-2, and soon ending the first Marauders still ahead, 4-2. home plate. The top of the first inning ond to home base, giving the Golden inning. In the top of the third, the Golden ended 3-0 with the Marauders ahead. Eagles their first score. In the top of the second, the Eagles retaliated and kept the In the bottom of the first, the As the game continued, Sander wait- Marauders only scored one run, on a Marauders off base keeping the score at Marauders displayed the same prob- ed anxiously at first base for a chance to triple slammed to left field by Dan 4-2. lems as the Golden Eagles. Not only was spring. Finally, he took the signal and Edwards, an avionics technician with In the bottom of the third, the the pitcher throwing wild pitches and stole second during the pitch. This Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 363, Marauders pitcher was warmed up and accidentally “tickling” some of the bat- seemed to throw the Marauders off, and which in turn brought in another runner. ters, but also the catcher was ailing from on the next pitch, the catcher’s error In the bottom of the second, the See MARAUDERS, C-6 In VP-4 battle, Topside K-Bay defeats Skinny Dragons Lanes Sgt. Joseph A. Lee Though the crowd the ball straight back to to host Combat Correspondent cheered ecstatically at the Artez Davis who was on aerial stunt work being per- the same path with an extra A continuous assault by formed by the Skinny second of time to produce a Tony Tate and the Topside Dragons on every other behind-the-back layup Scratch Dragons led to a 44-30 win play, the scoreboard rarely while drawing the foul. over the Skinny Dragons in justified the noise, as many “We started the game out an all-out Patrol Squadron 4 of the rebounds just ended a little bit sluggish,” said Tourney internal battle on the intra- right back up in the fast Redden, “but once we got mural basketball court, hands of Tate and the rolling there was no stop- Edward Hanlon V Tuesday. Topside Dragons. ping us. Maintenance side MCCS Public Relations Tate’s tricky ball han- After one such rebound just don’t have what it takes dling and numerous assists late in the second half, the to beat Topside, and that’s Active duty bowlers kept the Topside Dragons score was frozen at 31-15 all there is to it!” looking to show MCB wrecking ball swinging when Tate took a rebound Naturally, there is some Hawaii who's the top dog throughout the first half, down the court to feed Mic tension between these two now have their chance, at and into the second as the Redden a blind pass. teams, as they play outside the 2004 Hawaii Marine Sgt. Joseph A. Lee Skinny Dragons tried des- Redden, already under- the league very often as a Scratch Tournament, to Kirk Ronolo, of the Topside Dragons, chases perately to stop the neath the basket and head- be held Feb. 9 - 12, from 6 down the ball before it goes out of bounds. onslaught. ing out of bounds, passed See TOPSIDE, C-6 to 9 p.m. K-Bay Lanes, in Bldg. 1666, will host the event, and bowlers will be com- peting for the opportuni- Great Aloha Run seeks Marine involvement ty to play in the Hawaii All-Military Scratch Kristin Herrick nity and a big part of everyone’s lives here,” that more Marines will turn out for the run Tournament that will be Sports Editor said Alan Sunio, race director of the Great this year.” held in April. The tour- Aloha Run. “The race helps us draw the Armed forces personnel can compete indi- nament will be com- Each year, more than 6,000 armed forces civilian and military communities together.” vidually or run as part of their military unit prised of both men's and members get out their running shoes and The organization is asking for high in a special “Sounds of Freedom” division. women's divisions, and trek the 8.15 miles from the Aloha Tower to turnout from all military branches since the Registration cost for each Sounds of each participant will Aloha Stadium for the Annual Great Aloha MWR program is one of the top recipients of Freedom runner is $12, with $1 of every bowl a 24-line scratch Run. funds, and an objective of the Great Aloha entry donation going back to the runner’s series. This race marks the 20th anniversary of Run is to promote camaraderie between the unit’s MWR. Units will be judged in several Registration applica- the President’s Day event, held this year on Hawaii military and civilian communities. areas such as appearance, chants, numbers tions can be picked up at Feb. 16. Carole Kai Charities sponsors the Military participation is very important to and spirit. Individual military members rac- the K-Bay Lanes bowling fundraiser, which, since its birth, has provid- the outcome of the race since, typically, near- ing in the overall competition will pay a $27 center and must be ed more than $5.2 million to more than 100 ly half of the runners are armed forces per- entry donation if registered by Monday. All turned in prior to the different local charities. Some of the major sonnel. Approximately 4,500 Army runners entrants will receive a T-shirt upon comple- close of business on supported charities are the United Cerebral historically partake in the event, but Marine tion of the run. Thursday. Fees are $30 Palsy Association of Hawaii, Variety School Corps participation has leveled at 200. Though the Great Aloha Run is the finale for American Bowling of Hawaii, and military Morale, Welfare and “In the past, Marine involvement has been of the holiday weekend, it is only part of the Congress or Women's Recreation programs. small,” said Vera Ross, military liaison to “The military is a big part of the commu- the Great Aloha Run. “We are very hopeful See RUN, C-6 See BOWLING, C-6 C-2 • January 30, 2004 Hawaii Marine BBASEASE SSPORPORTSTS Edward Hanlon V Kai Fish & Dive Charters for a Course your 19th hole. The •The Officers' Club Koa active duty service members MCCS Public Relations day beyond the bay. Deep-sea Staff NCO restaurant is open to Lounge will open at 11:30 a.m. and their families may partici- fishing adventures are just a all hands for lunch Monday for the Super Bowl kickoff at pate; however, PFFP partici- cast away with numerous pack- through Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 1:30 p.m., with halftime pupus pants are required to volunteer JANUARY ages to accommodate your fish- p.m. After that challenging and prize giveaways. baby-sit three times per month. ing objective. game, head to the Staff NCO •The Staff NCO Club will Call 235-6585 for more infor- 30 / Today Spend your day with family Club for a refreshing beverage host a tailgate party and barbe- mation. and friends off the coast of and a delicious meal. cue with prize giveaways Pro Bowl Tickets — Pro Bowl windward Oahu, catching some including "king" and "queen" 3 / Tuesday tickets are now available at of the ocean's most exotic and Inexpensive and Fun recliners. The inside tailgate is Information, Tickets and Tours tasty fish. Dive charters are Entertainment — Look no fur- free for members and $3 for all Military Challenge Tryouts located at Mokapu Mall, available in the crystal clear ther for economical entertain- nonmembers. — Service members are encour- Kaneohe Bay. Sideline seats are waters surrounding Kaneohe ment! Mondays through •Kahuna's Sports Bar & Grill aged to participate in the 2004 $87.50. Bay. Thursdays, all E-5 and below will host a Super Bowl Survivor NFL Military Challenge tryouts Make a pass by ITT for more Call 254-7667 for more infor- receive free rental shoes and Sunday and show the television at Pop Warner information, or call 254-7563 mation. discounted games at only $1.50 season premier of "Survivor" Field at 6 while supplies last. a game. The discount is good after the game. Prize give- p.m. Five Pool Plunge — Wet your feet for open play, and does not aways, 25-cent wings, players will Massage Therapy — and beat the heat at any one of qualify for tournaments, and no cover be selected for Massage therapy, by certified the Marine Corps Community leagues or unit functions. charge will rule. the following massage therapists, is available Services' pools. With four loca- Call the K-Bay Lanes now to •Lastly, the events: 40 at both Kaneohe Bay and Camp tions to serve your swimming get the spin at 254-7693. Kahuna's -yard dash, H. M. Smith. The massage ther- demands, there's sure to be one Recreation obstacle course, apy program will help relieve nearby. Center will long pass, punt, and your mental and physical Pool locations are at the K- FEBRUARY show the game long snap. fatigue and improve overall cir- Bay main pool, Bldg. 981; on its mini-movie Those selected will partici- culation and body tone. Hilltop Pool, Bldg. 502; the 1 / Sunday theater screen, complete with pate in the 2004 NFL Military Appointments are available by Officers' Club, for members surround sound, comfortable Challenge being held at calling the Kaneohe Bay Semper only; at Camp Smith Pool, Bldg. Super Bowl Sunday — Root leather chairs and sofas. Hot Kapiolani Park, Feb. 6 at 3 p.m. Fit Center at 254-7597, or Camp 125; and at Manana Housing for your team on the big-screen and cold beverages from For more info, contact MCCS Smith at 477-5197. Pool, Bldg. 840. and enjoy breakfast in a com- Starbucks will be served, so Athletics at 254-7590/91. fortable and fun atmosphere on don't miss kickoff at 1:30 p.m. 31 / Saturday Klipper Golf Course — Super Bowl Sunday at any one 4 / Wednesday Make the Kaneohe Klipper Golf of your MCB Hawaii clubs. 2 / Monday Gone Fishin' — Join Mahalo Color Pin Special — Roll a Great Aloha Run strike when a colored pin is in Registration — Sign up for the the head-pin position, and win Great Aloha Run from 11 a.m. to up to three free games of bowl- BaseBase AllAll StarStar 1 p.m. at the Semper Fit Center. ing. All patrons are welcome to Officials from the run will be this deal. If you make the play, on-site and accepting registra- you win! NAME: Dan Edwards tions for individuals wishing to run in the Great Aloha Run on 7 / Saturday UNIT: MAG-24 Feb. 16. All those who register may sign up for a free bus ride Surf & Turf 5K — This to the race, with return trans- Commanding General's Semper BILLET: Avionics Technician portation too. Fit Series run, hosted by Sign up for the bus ride at the Headquarters Battalion, MCB SPORT: Intramural Baseball Semper Fit Center counter, or Hawaii, begins and ends at the call 254-7590 254-7591. Officers' Club at 6:45 a.m. Pick up a Surf & Turf packet at the TEAM: MAG-24 Marauders Intramural Basketball — If Semper Fit Center between 9 you're not rocking the court, a.m. and 4 p.m., Thursday and HOMETOWN: Johnstown, Pa. stop by the Semper Fit Center Friday. The entry fee is $17. on Mondays, Tuesdays and Call MCCS Athletics at 254- Wednesdays to cheer on your 7590 or 254-7597 for more infor- • Edwards played linebacker for the unit's team. Games begin at 6, 7 mation. MAG-24 Bandits football team in the and 8 p.m. 2003 Intramural Tackle Football For sign-up information, call 8 / Sunday League. MCCS Intramural Sports at 254- 7591. Pro Bowl 2004 — Watch the Pro Bowl on a mini theater • He played rugby and baseball Intramural Baseball — Take movie screen with surround while attending college. Cpl. Jessica M. Mills a swing by Reiseley Field on sound at the Kahuna's Mondays, Tuesdays, Wed- Recreation Center. Lounge in nesdays or Fridays at 6:30 p.m. comfortable leather chairs and “Our team concept is everyone working to root for your team. sofas; enjoy beverages from Starbucks. Parents for Fitness — This Kick off is at 2:30 p.m., and all together. If one thing isn’t clicking, it cooperative baby-sitting effort E-5 and below, their spouses, is available at the Semper Fit family members, and DoD civil- affects the whole team.” Center, and is open for children ians and sponsored guests are ages 6 weeks and older. All welcome to attend. CCOMMUNITYOMMUNITY SSPORPORTSTS

Hawaii Trail and Mountain Club •History Tours by Van, Saturdays at 1 Transportation, instruction and snorkel- more than half of the year's races is Hikes Makapuu Point, Tomorrow p.m.: Learn about and see significant his- ing equipment are included. required to be in the running for points The HTMC will scramble up the hill to torical landmarks on Bellows Air Force •Kayaking Lessons, Wednesdays and and the run-off championship. the bunker at the top of Makapuu Point, Station. Thursdays at 1 p.m.: Master ocean- Races are scheduled as follows: Feb. 8, then scope out the views of the wind- •History Tours by Bike, Sundays at kayaking skills including deep-water March 7, April 4, May 2, June 6, July 4, ward side of Oahu, Saturday at 8 a.m. 8:30 a.m.: Ride into off-limits areas on recovery, navigation, water safety and Aug. 1, Oct. 3, Nov. 7 and Dec. 5. For Novice hikers are invited to stroll along mountain bikes for an extensive seven- efficient paddling techniques in this two- more details, call Curtis Lee at 262-5987. this two-mile path to explore the old mile, three-hour, guided tour of Bellows hour class. •The wheel-to-wheel and Solo I rac- lighthouse colony and take a dip in the AFS. Day rental of bikes and helmets is •Morning Paddle, Saturdays at 8 a.m.: ing events are regional sports car races at tidal pools during this hike. Call coordi- included; however, be sure to wear Take the guided kayak tour to the Hawaii Raceway Park. All drivers must nator Joyce Oka at 674-1459 for more closed-toe shoes. Mokulua Islands, which offers the pass a driver's school to obtain a compe- details. •Hike to Makapuu, Mondays at 8:30 opportunity to see birds up close in their tition license, as the cars are raced at a Also, save the date of Feb. 8 for an a.m.: Take a moderate 2.5-mile roundtrip natural habitat. Advanced skill level is much higher rate of speed (up to 140 intermediate hike in the Pauoa Woods, a hike to the Makapuu Lighthouse and required. mph) and passing is permitted. big loop that will take you high up along stunning vistas. Wear closed-toe shoes. Both the driver and vehicle must com- ridges and deep down into valleys of the •Lei Making, Tuesdays and Sports Cars to Race Feb. 8 at ply with a number of safety features Tantalus trail, next Sunday at 8 a.m. Call Thursdays at 10 a.m.: Pick your own Hawaii Raceway Park before they are permitted entry in the coordinator Doug Klein at 235-8330 for flowers to use in making beautiful lei The Hawaii Region of the Sports Car race. more information. and enjoy ancient Hawaiian folk tales Club of America will host five major Future races will be on the following On all hikes, a $2 donation is request- and stories while making your keepsake. races in 2004 and Solo II/Autocross dates: Feb. 29, May 31, July 5, Sept. 6 and ed from each nonmember, ages 18 and •Bikram's Yoga, Wednesdays at 6:30 races on both Oahu and Maui. Nov. 13. For more information, call Ed over, and a responsible adult must a.m.: Gain a sense of well-being and •Solo II or Autocross is held at the Kemper at 524-0330. accompany children under 18. good health in this Indian-style form of Hawaii Raceway Park at the Campbell •For details about Maui Raceway Firearms, pets, radios and other audio yoga, which features 26 postures and Industrial Park on Oahu and costs $25 Park action, contact Ed Mentor at (808) devices are prohibited on all hikes. two breathing exercises. per driver. About 70 to 90 cars normally 984-5009. •Beach 101, Thursdays at 9 a.m.: The compete, from stock vehicles to racecars. Bellows Offers Adventure Programs whole family can attend this fun class. The event is purely amateur; anybody Hawaii Marine Accepts Whether you are spending a few •Bodyboarding Lessons: Fridays at 1 can participate. Sports and Recreation Faxes weeks or just visiting for the day, check p.m. Learn how to catch and ride the Each driver receives four runs Advertise sports and recreational out any of the following weekly Bellows waves. Free day rental of boogie board through the sports car course, and the activities of general interest to the Outdoor Adventures programs. For is included. driver with the single fastest time in the Department of Defense community in more information, call Turtle Cove at •Snorkeling Tour, Wednesdays and class wins. the Hawaii Marine. 259-4121 anytime between 8 a.m. and 8 Fridays at 8:30 a.m.: Discover the mag- Points acquired throughout the year Fax items to 257-1289, or call the p.m. (Bring bottled water and sunscreen nificent underwater world of the ocean accumulate for prizes and trophies by Hawaii Marine staff at 257-8836 or 257- for outdoor activities.) at a nearby, undisturbed reef. year's end. Minimum participation in 8837. Hawaii Marine January 30, 2004 • C-3

TTHEHE BBOTTOTTOMOM LLINEINE (Editor’s Note: “The Bottom Line” is the Hawaii Marine’s weekly sports commentary from two sports aficionados who rarely see eye-to-eye when it comes to America’s one true obsession – sports. Chances are you’ll either agree with one of their takes or disagree with both. Our two resident sports junkies welcome your e-mails. We will print the top comments of the week from our readers. Contact Sgt. Lindsay at [email protected] and Capt. Robbins at [email protected]. Remember, “If you don’t speak up, you won’t be heard!”) Who will be this season’s Super Bowl champs? Capt. K. D. Robbins paired with upstart rookie DeShaun Sgt. Joe Lindsay choice, led by Louisiana-Lafayette The Professor Foster, the Panthers will do exactly The Goat alum Jake Delhomme, an undraft- what the Colts should have done last ed, former taxi-squad quarterback There is an old saying: "Offense week. They will run all over the Super Bowl XXXVIII might not and perennial New Orleans Saints wins fans. Defense wins champi- Patriots. be the marquee match-up that backup who found salvation in onships." Well, if that is the case, then Can anyone tell me why the Colts many had hoped for, but despite NFL Europe, where he backed up the Super Bowl will not win many stopped handing the ball to Edgerrin what the "experts" are saying, the Kurt Warner in Amsterdam before fans in Houston, Sunday. Many of James during the NFC Championship best two teams are playing for the leading Frankfurt to the World you Bottom Liners are familiar with game last weekend? Maybe it's title. Bowl title in 1999. yet another football cliché: "The game because Peyton Manning was so hot? The reason New England and Delhomme found himself on the is won in the trenches." Well, the Well, Peyton choked at New Carolina are in the Super Bowl is bench once again in Carolina in Patriots and Panthers make a living England, just as he did every time not because of high-profile stars 2003, before a weak start by Rodney on that fundamental. Tennessee lost to Florida. Maybe it's (there is only one offensive Pro Peete in the Panthers first game This year's climax to the NFL sea- because Tony Dungy went mental in Bowl selection — the Panther's allowed him to get his chance. The son is destined to post a score as elec- the championship game? Stephen Davis). The reason the rest is history and the stuff of folk- tric as an NHL hockey or English Well, Dungy choked at New Patriots and Panthers are playing is lore. Premier League soccer contest. England, just as he did at Tampa Bay. due to a shared blue collar, pack- Unfortunately for Delhomme So, are New England and Carolina's Whatever the reason, Jake your-own lunch, workingman's and the Panthers, sentiment, feel- defenses just that good or are their Delhomme is not Peyton Manning, mentality. good stories and Warren Sappesque offenses just that bad? and John Fox is not Tony Dungy. Both teams are old school, defen- predictions don't win Super Bowls. The answer is both and neither. sive-minded squads that go out and The fairy tale is about to end. This is precisely why the Carolina Bottom Line: Bad news New win games. They don't guarantee Panthers will shock the sports world England; you are not unbeatable. victories, make cell-phone calls Bottom Line: Forget about the and not only cover Las Vegas' seven- Worse news New England; Carolina from the end zone or bust out the Patriots' 16-game winning streak point spread, but they will also upset knows it. Worse news yet, New Sharpie after a good play. All they and the fact that the core of their the "unbeatable" New England England: Stephen Davis has already do is go out, bust their humps, and team has been here before, winning Patriots in Super Bowl XXXVIII. earned close to $2 million in incen- get it done. the Super Bowl in 2001. Forget that New England lost two games dur- tives this season. He gets another Carolina went 7-0 in games New England was 2nd in the league ing the 2003-2004 season. There was a $250,000 for a Super Bowl MVP decided by a field goal or less, and in takeaway-giveaways at +17, common theme to both losses — both award. won an NFL record three of those while Carolina was 25th at -5. Past the Travis Henry and Trung That, complimented by the best games in overtime on the road. stats aren't going to mean anything Candidate out-rushed the ineffective front four in the NFL, and a nothing- New England started the year off when the players take the field. Patriots running backs to control the but-business, undefeated in the post by getting blown out by Buffalo 31- What is going to mean something line of scrimmage and defeat Bill season, head coach John Fox, is 0, and at one point they were 2-2 is that Tom Brady has that intangi- Belichick and his band of would-be enough to sell me on the Carolina and looking mediocre. That was 16- ble, Joe Montana-look in his eyes. "unbeatables." Cinderellas. straight victories ago. The look that says, "We will not lose Pro Bowl running back Stephen Final score: Carolina 19, New Both teams are flat out winners. under any circumstances. We will Davis is only getting stronger, and England 16. Carolina is the sentimental be champions." RREADERSEADERS SSTTRIKERIKE BBAACCKK

through a green field while someone else lugs their half of America talks about how Wie is an incredible ‘...Golf is not a sport’ luggage? Or rather does the word bring to mind a "crossover to a man's sport." She's really not, because Gatorade commercial-esque image — young, muscu- golf is not a sport. lar players, sweating and working hard. Mud. Only in golf, bowling, lawn darts and other wanna- Since you don't give as much room to ranting read- Blood. And a hunger for victory. be sports will women be able to compete with men. ers, I'm taking my "Bottom Line" to the top (Is Michelle Golfers smile at each other and joke during play. I'm not a sexist. I'm a realist. Wie sports' next superstar? Jan. 23, 2004, page C-3). Golf Football players tackle each other with every muscle War to the Goat for keeping it real. War to the is right up there with bowling and lawn darts. in the body tensed, trying to knock each other out. Professor for going back to school and learning some- Before golf enthusiasts jump off of motorized carts Baseball players throw 90 mph fastballs, bats, hel- thing the second time 'round. War to the Yanks for and threaten me with nine irons, let me say that golf mets, fists, and anything else at each other. Sports are taking the '04 Pennant. involves a certain degree of skill. Then again, so does intense. Golf is leisure. open-heart surgery, and we don't call that a sport. Kudos to Wie for beating a handful of second rate, Sports require athletes. Does the word athlete con- wanna-be athletes, but throw her on the court with — Mike Wiener jure up images of pudgy, middle-aged men strolling Yao Ming and see how she does there. The media and Sioux City, Iowa

SSPORPORTSTS AAROUNDROUND THETHE CCORPSORPS Aikido classes teach new techniques

Lance Cpl. David Revere defeat of others, but the here to learn something new MCAS Iwakuni defeat of the negative charac- while developing myself fur- teristics that inhabit one's ther as a martial artist." MARINE CORPS AIR own mind and its function- Aikido has plenty of new STATION IWAKUNI, Japan ing. techniques that separate it — "Those who are skilled in "In simpler terms, one of from other forms of self- combat do not become the things that make aikido defense. angered, and those who are fun and unique is that it is "Aikido is unique from skilled at winning do not self-paced and you are not in most other martial arts in so become afraid," said the competition with anyone," many ways," said Crawley. famous philosopher Zhuge said Midgley. "Aikido teach- "While martial arts like tae Liang. "Thus, the wise win ings also help us understand kwon do and judo are more before they fight, while the that there are many different competitive and arts like te ignorant fight to win," he types of people, so there are tse bu kan and jujitsu are added. many different types of aiki- more lethal and combative, The Japanese martial art do. aikido is simply effective. aikido could be represented in “By training cooperatively, Rather than stressing how those words. Aikido focuses even potentially lethal tech- good you look, as in competi- not on mindlessly punching niques can be practiced with- tion, or how hard and fast you or kicking opponents, but out substantial risk. This type can strike, aikido focuses on rather on using your own of cooperative training also technique." energy to gain control of them allows for people of all ages, The student's instructor is or to throw them away. sizes and shapes to enjoy the addressed as Sensei, literally Offered by Marine Corps benefits of a healthier mind, meaning "one who has gone Community Services, the new body and spirit through aiki- before." The Sensei is well aikido class is held every do." experienced in body control Tuesday and Thursday from One student, Rohan M. and manipulation. 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. in the Crawley, is also a student of "Even when we think we've IronWorks Gym’s Dojo Room. the Marine Corps Martial Arts got the technique right, Sato According to Vincent Program, judo and jujitsu. Sensei comes by and shows us Midgley, a student and an "I've seen basic concepts that there is still some little Lance Cpl. David Revere organizer of the new class, the from all three," said Crawley Susumu Sato completely controls his opponent’s movement with an arm goal of Aikido is not the of his aikido training. "I'm See AIKIDO, C-6 bar during an aikido class aboard MCAS Iwakuni. C-4 • January 30, 2004 Hawaii Marine

Acid not the real heartburn culprit

NewsUSA they are not doing their stomach moxie it needs is to take a sup- Featurettes any big favors. Antacids work plement that strengthens the by soaking up acid in the stom- stomach lining in just eight Are you afraid of spicy foods? ach. So basically, antacids fight weeks by supporting the pro- Do you carry a roll of chalky the symptoms and not the cause. duction of the mucus that makes antacid tablets with you at all That's like having a bee hive up the lining. times? Do you ever have to above your front door and only Here are a few tips from leave dinner or a party early due treating the stings you receive Nissen on other ways to ease to stomach discomfort? every day, instead of getting rid stomach discomfort: If you answered "yes" to any of the hive altogether. •Maintain a moderate weight. of these questions, you probably Nissen says the real problem Excess weight can cause pres- understand why stomach acid that causes stomach discomfort sure on the stomach and result blockers are some of the best- is a weak stomach lining. in heartburn. selling medications in the Stomach tissue is extremely sen- •Limit coffee consumption. United States. Stomach discom- sitive and for good reason. If The caffeine found in coffee can fort is no fun, and people every- you have a problem in your increase stomach acid produc- where try to beat it by fighting stomach, you want to know tion. the acid. about it so you can fix it. •Manage stress. Stress can But is the acid really the prob- Unfortunately, a weak stomach cause slow stomach emptying, lem? According to Dr. Jennifer lining means that stomach acids which increases heartburn risk. Nissen at Lane Labs, it isn't. In can more easily reach the sensi- •Limit alcohol intake. Lance Cpl. Megan L. Stiner fact, stomach acid is supposed to tive tissue and cause great dis- Alcohol can inflame the stomach Corporal Valencia M. Nash, verifying official for DEERS applica- comfort. lining. tions, at the Base Personnel Administration Center aboard MCB be the good guy. It helps you How do you fix this problem? For a free copy of the booklet Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, shows where it burns when she experi- digest food and absorb vitamins. ences heartburn. Health officials say that a sensitive stomach Furthermore, it kills all the You need to strengthen your "8 Secrets to Ease Occasional lining, not acid or spicy foods, is responsible for heartburn. germs that you ingest. stomach lining. One easy way Stomach Discomfort," call When people take antacids, to give your stomach lining the Compassionet at 1-800-510-2010. Hawaii Marine January 30, 2004 • C-5 Nutrient-rich milk gets a flavor boost

NAPS lar sodas contain up to eight teaspoons Featurettes of sugar per serving and fruit drinks an equivalent of six to nine teaspoons. Milk has long been the staple bever- Given the nutrient profile of milk, fla- age served with breakfast, lunch and vored milks are a better choice over dinner. The nutrient-rich white liquid nutrient-void soda and fruit drinks. packs nine essential vitamins and miner- als in one eight-ounce glass, including Working flavored milks one-third the amount of calcium kids into the menu need for healthy bones. But not all kids Flavored 100 percent milks are a good love milk in its natural, unflavored form, snack choice. The trick is balance. and parents' urging to drink it because The Dairy Council of California offers "it's good for you" is not the most entic- these suggestions: ing way to get kids to drink up. •Select fat-free and low-fat flavored Dairy processors and beverage com- milk options; panies have gotten creative with new •Pair flavored milks with pretzels, flavors for milk, generating a new inter- low-fat cheese and crackers or a piece of est and excitement in the drink. New fruit to keep overall sugar levels and tastes include various chocolates, calories low; and mocha, strawberry, vanilla, fruit flavors •Check the label for serving size since and imaginative combinations like some containers contain more than one vanilla-banana, cookies and cream and serving. pina colada. Milk is even being mixed with carbon- ated water to create car- bonated milk-based bev- erages in flavorful combi- nations. These drinks contain at least 51 percent milk and have the same amount of calcium and vitamins D and A as fla- vored and unflavored milks. Do these exciting new flavored milks provide the same beneficial nutri- ents as unflavored milks? Yes. Flavored milks pro- vide the calcium and vita- mins needed for bone health. Kids and adolescents need 800 to 1,300 mil- ligrams of calcium each day during peak bone growth periods. Flavored milks and car- bonated milk-based drinks provide up to one- third of kids' daily calci- um needs. And parents need not be concerned with extra sugar and calories. Like unflavored milk, flavored milks come in many vari- eties, including fat-free and low-fat varieties. Flavored milks do contain added high fructose corn syrup, about two to four teaspoons per serving. Yet in comparison, regu- C-6 • January 30, 2004 Hawaii Marine

TOPSIDE, From C-1 BOWLING, From C-1 RUN, From C-1 Parking for the run opens at 3:30 a.m. at Aloha Stadium, with shut- work section. The animosity International Bowling Congress members; nonmem- planned festivities. Children are tles transporting runners to the was evident after the game. bers must pay an additional fee to qualify for high- invited to their own Great Aloha Aloha Tower starting line. The run “Highlights? What high- score recognition. Fun Run and Circus Party, Feb.14. will begin with a sunrise start at 7 lights?” asked the Skinny "We love to do this, so the Marines and Sailors Cost of entry for the two-mile race a.m. and come to a close with an Dragons coach. “Were you aboard MCB Hawaii have the chance to compete for- is $12 for the first child in a family, awards ceremony and entertain- watching the same game I mally against their fellow service members," said $10 for additional children and $5 ment at 8:30 a.m. was?” Deborah Bruns, manager of K-Bay Lanes. "It's simi- for adults running with their chil- For information on participating In the final minutes of the lar to the national All-Marine programs, but on a dren if registering by Saturday. in the Great Aloha Run, either as second half, the Skinny local basis," she added. Keiki will be treated to refresh- an individual runner, or as part of Dragons made every effort To strut your stuff on the lanes, and show your fel- ments, magicians, inflatables, the Sounds of Freedom unit team, to regain some of their lost low service members what pin action really is, call prizes and a T-shirt. contact MCCS Varsity Sports dignity, but the Topside team K-Bay Lanes at 254-7664 for more information. A Family Fitness Expo will also Coordinator Steve Kalnasy at 254- was too good at getting the be set up with more than 200 7590. work done on the court, and booths focused on health and fit- A registration booth will be set efforts to take the ball from ness. The expo will take place at up from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Tate proved to be a waste of the Neal Blaisdell Center Feb. 13 Semper Fit Center, Monday. time. Every attempt gave from 4 to 10 p.m., Feb. 14 from 10 him free access to the inside a.m. to 8 p.m. and Feb. 15 from 10 of the key, and it almost a.m. to 5 p.m. There is no cost for always ended up in a score. those who are registered for the “We played a good game Great Aloha Run and only a $1.50 tonight, and so did the charge for all other adults. Maintenance side,” said Davis. “As usual, we hope to see them again in the finals because they are a good Lance Cpl. Megan L. Stiner AIKIDO, From C-3 Midgley. "What it means to me is team.” Bowling balls glisten, ready for action at K-Bay Lanes. that aikido is not something that thing that we are either doing one can learn and then move on. It wrong or could do better," said is something that a person incor- MARAUDERS, From C-1 a fight. They turned the ferocity up a notch Crawley of his instructor. porates into their life." and headed for battle. As a balance to the exacting (Editor’s Note: Aikido classes are began throwing strike after strike, but the Edwards hit a triple to center field and exercise, aikido emphasizes peace offered aboard MCB Hawaii, Kaneohe glory only lasted a short time. brought in two runs for the Marauders, giv- and mental balance. In fact, the lit- Bay, in the family gym, Bldg. 455. As the result of errors by the catcher and ing them back the lead, 9-8. They swung at eral translation of aikido is "the Herbert Kondo instructs the class, center fielder, Sander made his way around almost everything and managed to pull in way of harmony of the spirit." held every Monday, Wednesday and the field and bore into home plate in the two more runs before the third out. "As a Marine, I'm a little high- Friday from 7:45 to 9:30 p.m. Adults nick of time to score. But the Eagles were Motivation did not help the Golden strung," said Crawley. "Strangely, 16 and older can participate, and the still behind, 4-3, at the close of the third. Eagles at the bottom of the fifth, as their aikido relaxes me a great deal." first class is free to try out. After the The Marauders played by the book and first three batters were struck out at the "There is a term commonly used initial class, the cost is $35 per month. scored two runs in the top of the fourth to plate. The game ended with the Marauders by aikido, 'aikido for life,' which Contact MCCS Athletics at 254- widen the gap from the Golden Eagles, 6-3. victorious, 11-8. has many interpretations," said 7590/91 for more information.) The Marauders pitcher began to show signs of fatigue in the bottom of the fourth and started lobbing the ball over the plate. The Eagles got in a few hits, and made enough plays to tie the score 6-6. With two outs at the bottom of the fourth inning, Golden Eagles left fielder Dan Zimmerman stole second during the pitch, but the catcher was on the ball and Zimmerman had to slide underneath the second baseman to tag the base safely. But he wasn’t done yet. During the next play, Zimmerman took off before the pitch in an attempt to steal third. The Marauders were ready this time, and the pitcher ran over to block the base with the ball in hand. Zimmerman tried to double back, but he became stuck between second and third. Finally, he dove around the pitch- er and slid into third before he was tagged. Amazingly enough, he still had the nerve to steal home and bring the Golden Eagles ahead, 7-6. They scored one more run before the third out, end- ing the fourth inning ahead, 8-6. After being ahead for so much of the game, the Marauders were not going to give up without