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U.S. Fleet Forces Commander tours Dahlgren
By Andrew Revelos Staff Writer
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Senior Navy leaders got an up-close look at some of Navy’s leading edge technologies and advanced Fleet training programs being developed at Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren during a visit to several commands on the installation on May 7. Adm. William Gortney, commander of U.S. Fleet Forces Command, was accompanied by Rear Adm. Ted Branch, commander of Naval Air Force Atlantic, and Rear Adm. David Thomas Jr., commander of Naval Surface Forces Atlantic. The officers toured Navy and Air Missile Defense Command and Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense, the Center for Surface Combat Systems (CSCS) and Aegis Train-
ing and Readiness Center (ATRC), and the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division. The latter highlighted programs like the electromagnetic rail gun, directed energy and the Littoral Combat Ship Surface Warfare Mission Package. Dahlgren has been at the forefront of meeting the Navy’s past, present and future needs, said Gortney, who offered special praise for ongoing BMD efforts. “The technology being developed at Dahlgren is absolutely critical to tomorrow’s Navy - just as today’s Navy is a result of the research conducted over the past decades. “While I am certain that we would have progressed beyond wooden hulls and sails by now, I am just as certain that our current
U.S. Navy photo by Andrew Revelos
Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division’s (NSWCDD) program director for the electromagnetic rail gun Chester Petry (right) describes Navy’s progress in the development and testing of rail gun components to Adm. William Gortney, center right, commander of U.S. Fleet Forces Command during his tour of several commands on Naval Support Facility Dahlgren. Also pictured (from left) is Capt. Michael Smith, NSWCDD commander, and Rear Adm. Ted Branch, commander of Naval Air Force Atlantic. BMD capabilities are a direct result of the incredible
efforts by some very smart people here at Dahlgren,”
observed Gortney. Training Sailors to operate such advanced technology is also a vital effort undertaken at Dahlgren. The admirals saw that effort in action during an overview briefing and tour of ATRC. The group visited classrooms and had a chance to chat with students and instructors. “I thoroughly enjoyed meeting Sailors in the classroom throughout my tour,” said Gortney. “I was particularly pleased to see Sailors of all ranks and ages in those classrooms. We have to ensure that we provide the right training - to the right Sailors - at the right time in their careers.” Scientists and engineers were also able to interface with the admirals as the visit
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Civilian leaders sign covenant of support with local military bases By Gary Wagner
State and local government officials, along with the commanders for three area military installations, joined together Saturday, May 4, to sign a “community covenant” as a pledge of support for the bases and the active-duty, retired and reserve armed forces members and families that reside in the region. Sponsored jointly by the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce (FRCC) and the Quantico/ Belvoir Regional Business Alliance, the event was held at Corporate Center Dr. in Fredericksburg’s Central Park shopping complex. Formatted as an outdoor festival, it featured military displays and information booths for community groups and businesses, refreshments and giveaways. Virginia’s DMV 2Go mobile van was available for service, and USO Metro Washington’s traveling bus was on hand. Highlights of the event included a precision drill team performance by the Navy Ceremonial Guard, and music provided by the
Quantico Marine Corps Band’s brass quintet. The “Liberty Bells,” the official chartered USO show troupe from New York City, delighted attendees with a rousing concert featuring popular music and patriotic medleys. A brief formal ceremony capped the event, during which community and military leaders were invited to sign the community covenant. A Navy honor guard from Joint Base AnacostiaBolling presented colors to open the ceremony, as Marine Staff Sergeant Teriyaki Jefferson from Quantico sang the National Anthem. Speakers for the ceremony included Susan Spears, FRCC president; Vaughn Mahaffey, chairman of the FRCC’s Military Affairs Council; Nate Wilson, president of the Quantico/ Belvoir Regional Business Alliance; and retired Adm. John Harvey, chairman of the Commission on Military Installations and Defense Activities recently activated by Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell. In turn, they each recognized the importance of Marine Corps Base Quanti-
U.S. Navy photos by Gary Wagner
Capt. Peter Nette, commanding officer for Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren, Va. thanks the community for their support during a public ceremony sponsored by the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce and Quantico/Belvoir Regional Business Alliance to highlight the signing of a community covenant between local jurisdictions and three area military installations. co, Fort A. P. Hill and Naval Support Facility Dahlgren to the nation’s defense, as well as the health of the local economy. “We love our
military bases, and we love the military personnel and their families who are a vital part of our community,” emphasized Spears.
Capping the ceremony was remarks by Lt. Col. Pete Dargle, commander for
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BGCA recognizes Dahlgren Youth of the Year
By Andrew Revelos Staff Writer
The Boys and Girls Club of America recognized Melanie Brown, a 6th grader at the Dahlgren School who enjoys softball, basketball and track, as the Youth of the Year in Dahlgren. Brown’s excellent academic record and participation in several volunteer activities helped her achieve the distinction. Brown was humble when asked why she was chosen. “I guess for helping the community and everything,” she said. “Sometimes after school I stay and help the teachers. My dad is in the American Legion and sometimes I go over there and help after bingo and fundraisers.” So why give her free time
and energy to volunteer work? “I’m not really sure,” said Brown. “It kind of comes naturally. We all kind of try and help in my family. It feels really good to see someone happy and help them. Just so they know I care about them. I’ll do anything they need me to do.” Brown also participates in the Youth Sponsorship program, which gets children involved in activities at the Youth Activity Center and helps young people who are new to the base adjust to their new home. Brown lives by a simple philosophy when it comes to getting good grades. “I think it’s hard work and dedication,” she said. “You have to be willing to go and not just do minimum, but a little bit more. I want to be able to get
into a good college, maybe on an academic scholarship, so I can use that money that would have went to college on something else, like a house or a car.” As far as choosing a career, Brown is undecided. “I really like science and math,” she said. “I want to get a job with something I like where it’s not work, but like a hobby. I like working with the periodic table.” When she isn’t busy with schoolwork, sports or volunteer activities, Brown enjoys going to the mall, hanging out with friends and family and playing video games “every once and awhile.” Melanie is the daughter of Aruna Brown and Sertonius Brown, who recently retired from ATRC after 20 years of military service. U.S. Navy photo by Andrew Revelos
Melanie Brown, Boys and Girls Club Youth of the Year in Dahlgren, receives a plaque from Mark Kowalski, director of the Youth Activity Center on May 2.
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Fort A. P. Hill; Col. David Maxwell, commander for Marine Corps Base Quantico; and Capt. Peter Nette, commanding officer for Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren. They each expressed their appreciation for the support their installations and personnel receive from the community. “The deep connection between the Dahlgren naval base and the neighboring community represents an invaluable asset that we, in the military, can never take for granted,” Nette said. “My personal commitment to you, our community, is that we will do everything we can to respect and nurture our connections with you. “I greatly appreciate the similar expression of support on the part of the community that is represented by this covenant document we’re going to sign this morning,” Nette continued. “I believe the commitment that it embodies is a testament to a mutually beneficial relationship that has been cultivated over time. In the case of Dahlgren, it’s a history that has already
Officers representing area military bases and the National Guard take turns signing a community covenant with the City of Fredericksburg and surrounding counties during a public ceremony sponsored by the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce and Quantico/Belvoir Regional Business Alliance. Signing the covenant is Col. David Maxwell, commander for Marine Corps Base Quantico. Waiting to sign are (l. to r.) Capt. Peter Nette, commanding officer for Naval Support Facility Dahlgren; Colonel John Epperly, commander for the 116th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, Virginia Army National Guard; and Lt. Col. Peter Dargle, garrison commander for Fort A. P. Hill. The Liberty Bells, the official show troupe for the USO, performs a medley of classic hits from the 1940s during the event sponsored by the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce and Quantico/Belvoir Regional Business Alliance to commemorate the signing of a community covenant. spanned nearly a century.” Nette concluded, “Thank you for your support to our military members and their families. Many of them are your neighbors. Some will be in your community for a
short time before they move on to their next duty assignment. Others will remain as long-term members of the community after they leave military service. “I applaud the vision
of the communities represented here today, and their purpose in signing this covenant. It recognizes the connections between us and embraces the contributions our service men and
women and their families bring to the workplace and the marketplace,” he said. Community and military officials each took turns to sign the community covenant. Military signers included the base commanders for Quantico, NSF Dahlgren and Fort A. P. Hill. Signing to represent the Air Force was Lt. Col. Darren
Roberts, commanding officer for the 20th Space Control Squadron, Detachment One at NSF Dahlgren. Virginia National Guard leaders signing the covenant were Brig. Gen. Wayne Wright, deputy adjutant general of Virginia; Col. John Epperly, commander
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Colonel Stephen Redifer to head CBIRF
CARPOOL/VANPOOL WANTED Employee moving to either Fredericksburg, Va. or Maryland is in need of commute to NSF Dahlgren. Ideal commuting arrangement would be transportation that could pick-up and drop-off at or close to place of residence. Please call for more information, Sheila 214-529-3690. Starting a Van Pool, A+ quality 7-passenger van, departs NLT 0635 from Fieldhouse/ Courthouse Rd. commuter lot to Dahlgren, Mon-Thurs work hours (0715-1545) except Fri (0715-1515). Call Cheng at 540-6535909. A-Gate commuter wanted only. Van or carpool desired from any rideshare parking area or Reston Town Center. Depart between 0600-0700, return from Indian Head between 160-1700. Call Moses, (301) 743-4180. Van or Car pool desired from Fredericksburg or King George to Indian Head, Monday thru Friday with one RDO, prefer 7-430, but hours can be negotiated. 703909-3380. Riders wanted to start a carpool from the Northern Neck (Lively/Lancaster), passing through Warsaw at 0605 and Montross at 0615, arriving at Dahlgren by 0700; leaving Dahlgren at 1600. Call Lea at 540-653-6776 or 571-232-5412 (cell). From the Ferry Farm area to Dahlgren Bldg. 1500 area. Prefer early work hours. Call Mark, 540-653-2148. Riders wanted for van pool. Leaves from Richmond at Home Depot on Atlee-Elmont Rd. (exit # 86B off I-95) to Dahlgren. Call David at (540) 653-9203. Clinton, Md., to Dahlgren. Hours are flexible (0600 - 1700). Call Miranda at 703-6929590.
Want to start a carpool? Need riders? “Commuter Clearinghouse” is a source for information on carpools or vanpools that already exist and need passengers, as well as a place for employees to advertise to start a carpool or vanpool. Whether you already operate a carpool or vanpool and are open to accepting new riders or need drivers, or if you are looking for a carpool or vanpool, provide us with information that might help you find or start a commuter opportunity, such as, where you will need to commute from and to, preferred schedule and contact information. You can send your information via e-mail to nsasp_pao_dlgr@ navy.mil or contact our office toll free at 866-359-5540, or DSN 2498153, or 540-653-8153.
FREDERICKSBURG RIDESHARING GWRideConnect is a free ridesharing service that assists persons who are seeking daily transportation from Fredericksburg, Stafford, Spotsylvania, Caroline and King George counties to employment locations in Dahlgren among other employment sites. www. gwregion.org/gwride connect.html.
Col. Stephen E. Redifer will assume command of the Marine Corps Chemical Biological Incident Response Force (CBIRF) at Naval Support Facility Indian Head in a formal change of command ceremony May 21. He relieves Col. Peter Ahern who has led CBIRF since June 2010. Col. Redifer reports to CBIRF from his previous assignment as deputy director for the Budget and Execution Division at Headquarters Marine Corps. Originally from Topeka, Kansas, Col. Redifer attended Auburn University and upon graduation in December 1990 was commissioned a Second Lieutenant. He completed The Basic School in 1991 and the Armor Officer Basic Course in 1992. Col. Redifer’s first assignment was to 3d Tank Battalion, 1st Marine Division in Twenty-nine Palms, Calif., where he served as an M1A1 Tank and AT(TOW) platoon commander. He deployed to Mogadishu, Somalia in 1993 as the tank platoon commander in support of Operation Restore Hope. In 1994, Col. Redifer reported for duty at Naval Weapons Station Yorktown, Yorktown, Va., where he served as the deputy security officer for operations and as a platoon commander in Marine Corps Security Force Company Yorktown. He
Redifer subsequently attended the Armor Officer Advanced Course at Fort Knox, Kentucky, prior to reporting to 2d Tank Battalion, 2d Marine Division at Camp Lejeune, N.C., where he served as Commanding Officer, Company A and as the Battalion Logistics (S-4) Officer. Col. Redifer next attended the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, Calif. where he studied physics and space systems operations, graduating in 2002. He was then assigned as the joint space
plans officer in the Information Operations and Space Integration Branch, Plans, Policies, and Operations Department at Headquarters Marine Corps. Beginning in June 2005, Col. Redifer served as the S-3 and Executive Officer, 2d Tank Battalion, 2d Marine Division until July 2006 when he assumed the duties as G-3 Operations Officer, 2d Marine Division. He deployed in January 2007 to Operation Iraqi Freedom as the II MEF(FWD) G-3 Deputy Current Operations Officer. In June 2008, Col. Redifer assumed command of Region 8 (Central Europe), Marine Corps Embassy Security Group, headquartered in Frankfurt, Germany. He relinquished command in June 2010, and he was ordered to Maxwell AFB, Ala. where he attended the Air War College from June 2010 until June 2011 prior to his assignment as deputy director for the Budget and Execution Division at Headquarters Marine Corps. Col. Redifer’s personal decorations include the Legion of Merit, Meritorious Service Medal with three stars in lieu of fourth award, the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal, the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal with gold star in lieu of second award, and the Combat Action Ribbon.
JWAC quarterly awards presented By Steven Moore JWAC Public Affairs
The Joint Warfare Analysis Center (JWAC) recognized four employees for their achievements during the first quarter 2013 at an awards ceremony April 25th.
Medals Navy IS2(AW) Nathaniel L. Wilson received the Joint Service Achievement Medal for exceptionally meritorious service as an imagery analysts at JWAC from March 2010 to June 2013. During this time, he produced 350 images in support of many different lines of analysis, providing combatant commanders with engagement options on matters of great strategic and tactical importance. He also led a four-person team during an annual exercise in 2011 that provided 217 geospatial products. Additionally, as the Assistant Command Fitness Leader, Wilson led more than 120 physical training sessions for 47 JWAC military members and he maintained the command’s Physical Readi-
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ness Information Management System database. There were no physical fitness assessment failures during this time.
Employees of the Quarter Air Force Capt. Jody L. Hodges was chosen JWAC’s Company Grade Officer of the Quarter for his leadership, expertise, and innovative vision as the command’s Military Personnel Branch head. His collaborative and forwardlooking approach was instrumental to JWAC’s transition. He completed a comprehensive military manpower review in which his analysis led to the identification of thirteen billet and structure changes that helped shape the strategic human capital plan and solidified the com-
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mand’s posture for the next fiscal year. As the Human Resources Division Continuity of Operations representative, he developed the accountability, defense travel system, and timekeeping components of the plan outlining the process for continued JWAC operations. Additionally, he led the command’s Global Force Management Allocation Plan process in which he directly coordinated with U.S. Special Operations Command and U.S. Strategic Command to create three unit line numbers, which enabled JWAC to provide uninterrupted customer-focused support to the war-fighter. Fran M. Jackson was chosen the Senior Employee of the Quarter for her professionalism, tremendous work
ethic, and positive attitude. On her own initiative, she identified inefficiencies that delayed moving information to lower computer networks at the command and worked across departments to improve that process. She also established a new more efficient dissemination process for software projects that reduced the dissemination time by an average of 60 percent. The system she created to achieve this result spread the work among the many people involved without placing too much burden one group of people. In one instance for example, she applied this process to a dataset that was 8,000 percent above the normal size, reducing the processing time from about 722 to 34 work days. Her efforts “blazed a trail for subsequent software moves to lower networks,” her citation read.
Length of Service Todd R. Baker received a 20-year Length of Service award.
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Base Happenings Dahlgren NEX Holiday Hours
The Dahlgren Navy Exchange will be open from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. on Memorial Day, May 27. The NEX Barber Shop will be closed that day.
Dahlgren Housing Yard Sale
A housing-wide yard sale will be held Fri., May 31 from 7 a.m. - 2 p.m. Multiple houses in the Lincoln Housing area of the base will be participating in the yard sale. For more information, visit the NSA South Potomac Facebook page.
Asian Pacific American Observance at NSF Dahlgren
An Asian Pacific American Observance will be held on Thursday, May 30 from 11 a.m. - Noon at the ATRC Auditorium. Guest speaker will be Mr. Asif Khan, Director, Financial Management and Assurance Team, Government Accountability Office (GAO).
Battle of Midway Poster Contest
You are invited to prepare an original Battle of Midway poster to hang in the CSCS / ATRC auditorium, Building 1520 for the June 6 observance. There are no size or shape restrictions. All posters must be in good taste. Posters will be displayed in the auditorium on Tuesday, June 4 and will be voted on through Thursday, June 6 for those with building access. Those attending the observance on June 6 will be allowed to vote for their favorite poster before and after the presentation. Winner will be announced on Friday morning. If interested in participating please contact LT Jessica Tuia (4-1235).
Battle of Midway Observance
A Battle of Midway observance will be held June 6 at the CSCS/ATRC Auditorium at 10 a.m. Guest speaker will be author Tom Hone, author of “The Battle of Midway - the Naval Institute Guide to the U.S. Navy’s Greatest Victory.” The Dahlgren Navy Ball Committee will be selling lunch at the front entrance to ATRC at 11 a.m. Mr. Hone will also hold a book signing at the NEX following the observance at approximately 11 a.m. This event is open to all with base access.
Subway at NSF Dahlgren Cannonball Lanes is hiring!
The new Subway that’s going in to Cannonball Lanes at NSF Dahlgren is now accepting applications. Applications can be picked up and dropped off inside the bowling alley. Completed applications are to be placed in-
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NSASP announces Sailors of the Quarter By Andrew Revelos Staff Writer
NSASP Sailor of the Quarter - GSM1 Terence Rambeau
Gas Turbine Systems Technician- Mechanical First Class Terence Rambeau was recognized as the Naval Support Activity South Potomac (NSASP) Sailor of the Quarter in April for “unparalleled managerial, leadership and supervisory attributes.” He also provides superb support for retirement ceremonies, funeral honor details, administrative matters and the Fleet and Family Support Center Transition Assistance Program. Rambeau enlisted in the Navy more than 16 years ago from his native Donalsonville, Ga. Raised in a large family, Rambeau’s decision to join the Navy came from a desire “to branch out and do something different.” Initially, Rambeau wanted to be a dental technician, but the recruiter convinced him his technical talents were better suited to keeping gas turbine engines in ship shape. The job saw him complete several deployments on a variety of ships. “Every ship has its pros and cons,” he said. “I’ve learned a lot through adversity.” Thus far, Rambeau has served onboard USS Monterey, USS Laboon, USS Nitze and USS Gonzalez. The tours left him with quite a collection of sea stories, including his response to critical fuel leak. “You train for it,” said Rambeau, who led several junior Sailors through the crisis. “I pulled my shirt off and wrapped the leak up and directed everybody form there until we could get it secured.” Rambeau’s Sailors got over the shock of the situation and followed his example. “I told them we can laugh, we can play, but when stuff gets real it’s time to move.”
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GSM1 Terence Rambeau
Rambeau was onboard USS Gonzalez in 2006 when it engaged Somali pirates alongside USS Cape St. George. He was eating breakfast and preparing to go on watch when shots were fired. “We were eating on the mess deck and heard boom, boom, boom. So everybody left whatever they had and went to their stations. All the engineers went to engineering to go to full power and get everything ready. It didn’t even last five minutes, but it was intense.” When the shooting stopped one pirate was dead and several others were wounded. “They have to be the toughest people I think I’ve ever seen,” said Rambeau. “You didn’t hear them [cry out]. The only time one of them grimaced was when they sprayed ointment on his burns.” Rambeau continued to thrive on challenges during his first shore tour at the Shore Intermediate Maintenance Activity Norfolk, where his skills were put to use ensuring that a variety of petroleum products the Navy depends on met purity standards. Rambeau has enjoyed his second shore tour, this time at Naval Support Facility Dahlgren. Though his duties keep him busy, Rambeau has some free time to enjoy family and hobbies, such as cooking with his two children and working on his car. “I couldn’t even change oil prior to the Navy,” he said with a grin. Rambeau wants to keep using those technical skills
after he leaves the Navy; he is currently working to become an x-ray technician. But technical skills are not the only thing Rambeau has picked up while serving. “It builds character,” he said. “It helps you open your mind to a lot of things.”
NSASP Junior Sailor of the Quarter - ABH2 Charlie Kirkpatrick
Aviation Boatswain’s Mate - Handling Second Class Charlie Kirkpatrick was recognized in April as the Naval Support Activity South Potomac (NSASP) Junior Sailor of the Quarter for “exemplary” leadership and involvement with the command. Kirkpatrick not only “flawlessly” maintains flight operations at Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren, he also administers Physical Fitness Assessments for 39 Sailors and leads command physical training. The Seymour, Tenn. native joined the Navy more than seven years ago motivated by a “wild spurt.” While Kirkpatrick enjoys his time at sea, he calls his current shore assignment at Dahlgren a “break wellneeded.” He is anything but idle, however; when Kirkpatrick isn’t managing air operations or physical training, he serves as a volunteer firefighter at the King George County Fire Department. Thus far, Kirkpatrick spent most of his Navy career serving onboard USS Enterprise and has come
to relish the fast-paced environment. “It’s a rush out there,” he said. “You have 50-plus aircraft running around you at one time, engines burning and props turning. Your head is always on a swivel.” Like every Sailor, Kirkpatrick returned from his time on ship with a few sea stories. His favorite is one of those life experiences that makes for a great story in retrospect, but which was rather scary at the time. “I was blown down by a [EA6] Prowler before,” he said, managing a grin. “The intake of the Prowler comes down and when the director was turning the bird, I wasn’t fully aware of which direction the aircraft is going. I just kind of walked right into the exhaust. My [helmet] went flying and I was holding onto a pad eye. So that was one of my thrill experiences, I’d say.” Life is a little slower at Dahlgren, but Kirkpatrick’s volunteer firefighting duties and his college classes keep things busy. Even before he entered the Navy, Kirkpatrick worked as a volunteer firefighter and EMT. While Kirkpatrick doesn’t have plans to leave the Navy anytime soon, he hopes to one day attain a fire science degree and be a full-time firefighter. The best thing of all about Kirkpatrick’s time in Dahlgren, however, is the time it affords him to spend with his daughter. As most members of the Navy family know, such times can be few and far between. Kirkpatrick said it has been great “spending time with her, watching her grow these last few years. doing all the activities I wasn’t able to do.” Kirkpatrick’s selection for Junior Sailor of the Quarter was announced at the NSASP award ceremony April 19. “It’s nice to be recognized,” he said. “You feel like your work is appreciated.” Kirkpatrick plans to reenlist next month.
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MWR Highlights The Dahlgren Aquatics Center will be closed May 21 and 22 due to paving on Jenkins Road. There will be no water aerobics or swim lessons on Tuesday, May 21. Lap swim scheduled for Wednesday, May 22 will be moved to Monday, May 20.
The cost is $10 per person, which includes shoes and game. Prizes will be awarded. For more information, please contact Cannonball Lanes at 540-653-7327.
Movie Theater 540-653-7336 Hours of Operation Friday and Saturday: 7 p.m. Showings Price of Shows Civilians - $5 AD, Retired, Reserve, Family Members (E7 - above) $4 AD, Reserve, Family Members (E6 - below) - $2.50 Child (6-11) - $2 Child (5 and under) - Free Tickets for a movie shown in 3-D are an additional $1 Friday, May 17 7 p.m., Jurassic Park (3-D) - PG-13
Youth Activities Center Youth Dance and Karaoke
May 17, 6 p.m. Eligible patrons include children ages 9-14 with base access. Cost: $4 per child. School is almost out for summer! Dance and sing with your friends. Participants must wear tennis shoes. Snacks provided. For more information, please contact the Youth Activities Center at 540-653-8009.
America’s Armed Forces Kids Run
May 24, 2 p.m. Location: Joy Park (behind the Pool) Eligible patrons include children ages K-12, with base access. Event is free. Come out for a one mile kid run that meets Presidential Physical Fitness Program requirements. T-shirts will be given to those children who complete their run. Water stations will be available during run. For more information call the Youth Activities Center at 540-653-8009.
Liberty Center Busch Gardens Trip, Williamsburg VA
May 18, leave at 7:30 a.m. Cost is free with a Heroes Salute waiver form Open to Liberty Center patrons only, E1- E6 single/unaccompanied Active Duty Military. May’s Armed Forces Day is to recognize and honor the military forces in our nation. Join Liberty as we venture down to Busch Gardens for the day to celebrate. For more information, please contact the Liberty Center at 540-653-7277.
Bowling Center 9-Pin Bowling Tournament
May 18, 6 p.m. Eligible patrons include all with base access.
Weight House Fitness Center Renovations are complete at the Weight House Fitness Center! Equipment is back in place and all rooms are open.
Memorial Day 5k
May 28, 11 a.m. Register at the Fitness Center any time prior to the start of the race. $5 for civilians, FREE for military. Open to all eligible patrons. Prizes will be awarded to the 1st and 2nd place male and female runners. Walkers are always welcome too.
Breast Cancer Walk for Women
June 5, 11 a.m. at the Ben Rand Field Track Walk a mile, two miles or three miles for breast cancer. Open to all eligible patrons. $5 for contractors, FREE for military. Register at the Fitness Center any time prior to the start of the race.
Swimming Pool Dive In to Summer Fun
The NSF Indian Head Swimming Pool opens for the 2013 summer season on Memorial Day weekend. Hours of operation for that weekend are 1 - 7 p.m. Open to all eligible patrons.
Youth Center Summer Camp Registration
Summer will be here before you know it and with it comes camp! Register now for Summer Camp 2013 at Camp Tomahawk. Fees are determined by TFI. Parents must bring LES/paystubs at time of registration. A deposit in the amount of your weekly fee is due at the time of registration. Registration packets are available for pick up at the youth Center. For more information contact the Youth Center at 301-743-5456.
Saturday, May 18 7 p.m., G.I. Joe: Retaliation - PG-13 Friday, May 24 7 p.m., Oblivion - PG-13 Saturday, May 25 2 p.m., Jurassic Park (2-D) - PG-13 Saturday, May 25 7 p.m. - Evil Dead- R
Auto Hobby Shop Self Help Classes June 10 - Basic Car Care Information and demonstration classes will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the second Monday of each month. These classes are FREE and open to all eligible patrons. For more information contact larry.shanks@navy.mil.
Recreational Gear Rentals The MWR Auto Hobby Shop rents an extensive selection of equipment for your recreational needs. Available items include tents, canoes, tarps, picnic tents, tables, chairs, moon bounce, grills, lanterns, sporting equipment and more! Rentals are available on a daily, weekly or weekend basis. Call the Hobby Shop at 301-744-6314 for more information or stop by and see what we have to offer.
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South Potomac Pilot wants your graduate photos High school and college graduates who are dependents of military personnel and civilian employees at Naval Support Facility (NSF) Indian Head and NSF Dahlgren will be featured in an upcoming special edition of the South Potomac Pilot on June 21. If you have a child that is graduating from high school, trade school, military boot camp or college, you are invited to submit a photo of your grad! In addition, military and civilian personnel graduating from an academic institution in 2013 are also invited to submit photos, along with graduate’s name, name of the school from which they graduated and the degree earned.
Photos can be submitted electronically (preferable) or hard copy photos can be delivered to sites at Dahlgren and Indian Head. Digital images should be at a resolution of at least 300 dpi and no smaller than 2-by-3 inches, and should be emailed as stand-alone attachments (not embedded in a Word or PowerPoint document). All submissions must include the graduate’s name, school, prospective college if applicable, and type of degree if applicable. Please also include your name, command and organizational code, a contact phone number, and your relationship to the graduate. All photos that are not submitted electronically need
to be picked up no later than July 13. Photos can be submitted electronically to jeron.hayes@ navy.mil, or hard copy photos can be dropped off at NSF Dahlgren in the Public Affairs Office, Bldg. 101, Room 109, or at the NSF Indian Head Gymnasium, Bldg. D-328 with Charlene Marsden. The deadline for submitting photos is 2 p.m. on Monday, June 10. Please contact me with any questions at (540) 284-0129 or DSN 234-0129. We look forward to recognizing your graduates and congratulating them on a job well done!
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International partner visits ATRC training labs
By Kimberly M. Lansdale Center for Surface Combat Systems
The Naval Attaché to the United States for the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) visited Naval Support Facility Dahlgren and two tenant commands; Center for Surface Combat Systems (CSCS) and Aegis Training and Readiness Center (ATRC) Apr. 30. Commodore Stephen McDowall visited CSCS and ATRC to see firsthand how the U.S. Navy trains its Sailors and give him a better understanding of how RAN Sailors manning its new Hobart class of air warfare destroyers (AWD), will be trained at ATRC. ATRC Commanding Officer Capt. Ian Hall hosted McDowall during the brief and tour. “We will commence Aegis training for RAN Sailors next year, and this tour gave Commodore McDowall greater insight into the training those Sailors will receive,” Hall said. “We are
looking forward to having Australia in the schoolhouse as they bring their new Aegis ships online.” While at ATRC, McDowall observed students in laboratories and classrooms, and viewed a synthetic combat operator trainer (SCOT) demonstration. McDowall, who was appointed his current role in January, was impressed with the quality of training he observed. “ATRC will not only provide essential training but also an exchange of ideas, experiences, and lessons learned to my Sailors that will help them excel in the Fleet,” he said. CSCS’ international training is coordinated through the command’s Security Assistance and International Programs directorate. “The mission of CSCS International Programs is to provide allied forces quality training to enable them to develop ready teams capable of operations that maintain and expertly employ surface
U.S. Navy photo by Daryl Roy, ATRC
To see firsthand how the U.S. Navy trains its Sailors and give him a better understanding of how Royal Australian Navy (RAN) Sailors manning its new Hobart class of air warfare destroyers (AWD) will be trained at Aegis Training and Readiness Center (ATRC), Commodore Stephen McDowall, Naval Attaché to the United States for the RAN, observes on of ATRC’s labs that his Sailors will utilize. combatants,” explained Dr. Darrell Tatro, director of CSCS International Pro-
grams. “We share a special partnership with the RAN and CSCS International
Programs is focused on facilitating an exchange of ideas, information and
training material as we progress with the Air Warfare Destroyer program.”
Military Spouse Appreciation Month Profile
Dawn Rauch, Dahlgren Navy Wife By Andrew Revelos Staff Writer
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Dawn Rauch was no stranger to the military when she met her husband of 16 years at Dahlgren. The daughter of a military contractor, she moved from New Jersey to Dahlgren at age 10 and later met Russ Rauch while he was a young student at the Aegis Training and Readiness Center. U.S. Navy photo by Andrew Revelos Now, Russ is a FirecontrolDawn Rauch, a military spouse of 16 years, credman 1st Class and instrucits volunteer activities for helping her during her tor at ATRC and the Rauch husband’s deployments. family is in the midst of their second tour at Dahlgren. said Rauch. “We lived right our son. [Russ] went back to While many military outside the base, so I was on the ship when [Conner] was spouses think of travel when this base as a child and had three; before that he had they think about military a lot of military friends that Daddy home for three years. life, that hasn’t exactly been came and went. So it wasn’t So that first deployment was the case for the Rauchs, anything new to me.” a lot harder on me that the who moved back and forth One challenge faced by previous two deployments between Dahlgren and Nor- Rauch and nearly all mili- we had done before having a folk. “I expected to get out of tary spouses are deploy- child. It was rough on him.” Virginia, but we’ve been in ments. Those deployments Recreational and volunVirginia his entire career,” became all the more com- teer activities helped Rauch she said with a grin. “He plicated with the birth of the stay positive. “I’ve always got extended, so we’re here Rauch’s son, Conner, who done some kind of volununtil 2014 and that’s only 10 had plenty of time to bond teering,” she said. “I did Girl months before retirement.” with dad during a shore Scouts when I was a kid and Other than that lack of tour before dealing with the volunteered as a counselor travel, military life has not hardship of deployment at at summer camp. So it’s presented too many surpris- age three. “Deployments always something that I’ve es. “I don’t think I had any are never easy,” she said. “It surprises, because I grew up was a lot harder our first dearound military families,” ployment that we had with See Spouse, Page 9
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Leverage credit cards to strengthen credit score By Randy Hopper Navy Federal Credit Union A strong credit score can be an integral part of staying financially secure, whatever the economic climate. But for many U.S. service members, determining exactly what has an impact on their score can be a daunting task. One thing is for sure: credit cards can and do impact your credit score positively or negatively - depending upon how you use them. In fact, credit cards can be one of your best friends or your worst enemies when it comes to your score. So, how can you make your plastic work for you in the quest for strong credit? Below are some tips on how to use your cards to strengthen or maintain your credit and avoid some pitfalls that may lower your score in a hurry. Manage your debt to credit ratio: Closely watch your credit card balance relative to your credit limit, called your “debt to credit ratio.” Experts differ about the ideal ratio, but all agree that keeping your debt below 30 percent of your available credit line is key to ensuring your credit score isn’t negatively impacted. Check your statement regularly to make sure that your credit line hasn’t been reduced by your card company, thus raising your debt to credit ratio. Consider a balance transfer: If you’re trying to pay down your balance, explore the option of a balance transfer. A balance transfer at a low rate makes it easier to pay down your balance, improving your debt to credit ratio as your balance decreases. Keep an eye out for balance transfers with no fees, zero percent interest during the introductory period and a low rate after the intro period expires. Know that the APR on these offers can jump to above 20 percent after the introductory window though all credit union interest rates are capped at 18 percent. Make all your payments on time: Timely payments establish a track record of reliability and boost credit. If possible, set up automatic monthly payments along with text and email alerts to remind you of your due date. For controlled spending and easy qualification, go with a secured card: If you’re wary that a new credit card may make it more
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difficult to control spending, secured cards may be a great solution for you. They’re also a good option if you have little to no credit or your credit standing is below average. Secured cards require that you provide an up-front deposit, which then equals your credit line. Because secured card limits cannot exceed what you have deposited and tend to be lower than other cards, they help you control your spending. Secured cards also aid you in establishing a track record of on-time payments. Be smart about opening and closing accounts: As a general rule, avoid closing any card accounts. Having a higher average age on your credit accounts positively impacts your credit score. Beware not to open a large number of credit cards in a short span of time - doing so can indicate to lenders that you are overly eager for credit. Pay down your balance as much as possible each month: Fully paying your balance helps you maintain a healthy debt to credit ratio. If it’s not possible to pay down your entire balance, try to at least pay down some portion to manage your debt and minimize interest payments. Maintain some level of activity: Make regular purchases with each of your cards, even if minimal. Complete inactivity can lead to the account being closed. Your credit can even be adversely impacted by inactive cards before the account is shut down. Don’t rely on debit or prepaid cards to build credit: Debit and prepaid cards are great additions to your wallet for convenience. However, these cards draw on available funds from an account instead of a line of credit. So using them will not boost your credit. Keeping these tips in mind, you can move forward with a sense of confidence about how to put your cards to work for you. Just remember that credit cards are one of several tools in your tool belt when it comes to building that solid credit score.
During a visit from Aegis Training and Readiness Center (ATRC)’s international partner, Royal Australian Navy (RAN), Capt. Ian Hall, ATRC’s commanding officer, awarded ATRC’s 2012 Officer Instructor of the Year (OIOY) with a plaque. Lieutenant (LEUT) Colin Holloway, RAN, was honored to receive the award in the presence of RAN’s Naval Attaché Commodore (CDRE) Stephen McDowall. “It was a pleasure seeing LEUT Holloway accept this award,” said McDowall. “He represents our Navy and country and I am very proud of his success.” Being the only Australian in the school house, this award means a lot to Holloway. “It is a true indication that I am indeed, doing what needs to be done and that I am performing well in the United States Navy environment.” Hailing from Sydney Australia, Holloway is stationed at ATRC as the Australian Personnel Exchange Program incumbent. He is ATRC’s Combat System Department Head Common Core Course Supervisor and Instructor Combat System Officer Track 4 Class Advisor, Instructor and Lab Lead. “I am at ATRC to gain valuable experience and knowledge in the Aegis Combat System and the way in which the US trains their personnel,” explained Holloway. “The experience has been very rewarding, both
U.S. Navy photo by Daryl Roy, ATRC
During a visit at the Aegis Training and Readiness Center (ATRC) from Commodore Stephen McDowall, Naval Attaché to the United States for the Royal Australian Navy (RAN), Capt. Ian Hall, ATRC’s commanding officer, presents ATRC’s 2012 Officer Instructor of the Year (OIOY), Lieutenant Colin Holloway, with a plaque. professionally and personally. Professionally, I am surrounded by a lifetime of Aegis experience, which is available to enhance my knowledge and understanding. Personally, my family and I are enjoying our time in the US making the most of our ability to get out and about and explore.” Hall congratulated Holloway and thanked him for his exceptional performance as an instructor. “LEUT Holloway has delivered a diverse perspective and experience to the schoolhouse,” said Hall. “His knowledge and skills help shape the future Department Heads and Division Officers for the USN.” When Holloway joined the Navy to follow his father’s footsteps and con-
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Community Notes Dahlgren King George Relay For Life
King George Relay For Life will be held this Sat., May 18 from noon - midnight on the track at King George Middle School. Event will include live music, food, games and lots of family-friendly events. All are invited to attend and all proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society.
KG Hall of Fame Benefit Golf Tournament
The 4th Annual Radley Cadillac ~ Chevy King George Hall of Fame Benefit Golf Tournament will be held Sat., May 18 at Cameron Hills Golf Links, 14140 Salem Church Rd. King George, Va. ,with a 9 a.m. shotgun start. Registration begins at 8 a.m. Entry fee is $300 per team or $75 per individual. All proceeds benefit the King George Hall of Fame. For more info, visit www.kinggeorgehalloffame.com.
Some Gave All Event on May 19
The Frazier-Mason Some Gave All Memorial Foundation will hold their annual Some Gave All Memorial Motorcycle Ride and Memorial Ceremony on Sun., May 19. The ride, which starts will Spotsylvania High School will begin with a pre-ride ceremony at 10 a.m. and end at the King George High School. Event festivities at KGHS begin at noon and conclude at 4 p.m. The official memorial ceremony will begin at 1:30 p.m. To learn more about the event or register to ride, visit www.somegaveall.org.
KGARL Yard Sale June 1
King George Animal Rescue League will hold a benefit yard sale on Sat., June 1 from 8 a.m. - Noon at the King George YMCA. Donated items (not clothes or shoes) will be accepted at the King George Animal Shelter Mon. - Thurs. from 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. and Sat., 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. All items donated are tax deductible.
Jermon Bushrod Celebrity Golf Tournament
The 3rd Annual Jermon Bushrod Celebrity Golf Tournament will be held June 14 at Cameron Hills Golf Links in King George. The tournament will include two flights - 7;#0 a.m. registration with 8 a.m. shotgun start for the first flight, noon registration with a 2 p.m. shotgun start for the second flight. Entry fee is $400 per team or $100 per individual. For more information, registration and sponsorship opportunities, visit www.jermonbushrod.com or www.visualizeandrize.com. Proceeds benefit the Visualize and Rize Foundation.
Indian Head Armed Forces Night Out Baseball Game at the Blue Crabs
The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs welcome all activeduty military personnel, federal government civilian employees, and their family members to enjoy a night out catching Blue Crabs baseball with a military discount. The Blue Crabs host a $10 ticket every night with military ID at Regency Furniture Stadium in Waldorf, Md. But this Saturday, May 18, the Blue Crabs are offering a FREE field-
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side the yellow lockbox, located inside the bowling alley. The new Subway restaurant expects to open no later than June 1.
Navy Ball Lunch Fundraiser Daily at Parade Field Pavilion
The Dahlgren Navy Ball Committee is selling lunch daily (weather permitting) from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. on the Parade Field Pavilion. Lunch service will be available until the Subway opens at Cannonball Lanes. Come for lunch and support the Dahlgren Navy Ball Committee.
DMV2Go at NSF Dahlgren
The DMV2Go van will be at NSF Dahlgren on May 20 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Parade Field Pavilion. The Navy Ball committee will be selling lunch from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. With the latest technology, the DMV2Go offers multiple ser-
level ticket with a military/base ID, and $8 tickets for other members of your group. The Blue Crabs will be hosting an Armed Services pre-game event where all active-duty military will be invited onto the field to line the base path for our National Anthem. Want some good food to go along with your night out? The Blue Crabs host a two-hour all-you-can-eat BBQ buffet featuring BBQ ribs, baked chicken, hot dogs, hamburgers, homemade macaroni and cheese all for just $22 per person for your group. Game time is 6:35 p.m. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. For more information or to book your group, contact Justin Miller at 301-374-1129 or JMiller@somdbluecrabs.com.
Cyclists Gear Up for 12th Annual Heritage Bike Ride
The 12th Annual Heritage Bike Ride promises to be a great day of biking through beautiful Western Charles County! Riders age 16 and older are invited to take part in a scenic ride on Saturday, May 18 from 7:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. The ride begins at Nanjemoy Community Center 4375 Port Tobacco Road in Nanjemoy. Resident Fee: $25; NonResident: $27; add $5 if registering on the day of the event. Pre-registration is strongly recommended. Lunch will be provided. Three recreational routes available: 100K, 50K or 25K . Helmets are required for all riders. Register online at www.CharlesCountyParks.com. For registration information or directions, call the Nanjemoy Community Center at 301-246-9612.
CSM Holds Auditions for Four Summer Productions
Auditions for Summer CSM Productions will be held at 6 p.m., May 20-21 at College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Fine Arts (FA) Center, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. Auditions will be held for four productions with performances to take place between July 19 and Aug. 3, including Friday morning performances for selected productions. The productions are “Honk!,” “The Fisherman and His Wife,” “Sure Thing” and “The Actor’s Nightmare.” Actors should arrive with a prepared one-minute monologue and sheet music for 16-bars of a song for the accompanistno a cappella arrangements will be accepted. Contact CSM Theatre Technical Director Keith Hight at 301-934-7827 or HHight@csmd.edu for more info.
War of 1812 Living History at Sotterley Plantation
Sotterley Plantation’s War of 1812 Living History “The Choice” will be part of the three year national bicentennial commemoration of this war in our region. “The Choice” will take place on Saturday, May 25th at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., and 12 p.m. The war with the British brought hardship to the plantation but a chance at freedom for the enslaved. At this living history presentation you will meet the people who lived and labored at Sotterley during the summer of 1814. Join us and be a part of the drama as slaves must make a difficult and daring choice. What will you decide? Advanced reservations required. $10 per person, ages 6 +, free for under 6. Purchase tickets online at www.sotterley. org or call our office at 301-373-2280. vices including state ID applications and renewals, driver’s license applications and renewals, vehicle titles, license plates, decals, transcripts, copies of driving records, applications for disabled parking placards, and many more! Stop in and take care of your DMV needs quickly and easily!
Second Tour Thrift Store Has Expanded Hours
Second Tour Thrift Store is now open every Thursday from 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Second Tour also needs your donations! Please bring your gently used items to our location on Sampson Road. Proceeds from Second Tour are donated to charities in the Dahlgren/King George and surrounding communities, and provide scholarship funds to dependents of Dahlgren military personnel. Come see us on Thursday!
Indian Head T&J BBQ at Stump Neck Annex
The T&J BBQ Lunch Truck is rolling into NSF Indian Head/Stump Neck Annex! They will be onsite near the firehouse Tuesday - Thursday from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
White Plains Golf Course Junior Golf Clinics
Charles County Department of Public Works, Park Division will offer two Junior Golf Clinics at White Plains Golf Course. Session I (Ages 8 - 12) will be held June 24, 25, 26 & 27, 8 - 9:30 a.m. Session II (Ages 13 - 17) will be held July 8, 9, 10 & 11, 8 - 9:30 a.m. Each four-class session costs $50 per child. Session includes instruction, contests, and prizes. Pre-registration is required - maximum class size is eight participants. At the completion of the clinics, participants will receive a complimentary round of golf. For additional information or to register, please call White Plains Golf Course at 301645-1300. White Plains Golf Course is located on St. Charles Parkway, south of DeMarr Road.
CSM Summer’s Twilight Performances at La Plata Campus July 9, 10, 11
The College of Southern Maryland’s (CSM) Twilight Performance Series returns this summer with a new line-up to include history, music and theater. The free, family-friendly, outdoor series will feature local artists performing a variety of country, traditional bluegrass, Latin jazz and folk music, as well as musical and one-act theater programs at campuses in La Plata, Leonardtown and Prince Frederick. This year CSM will host Chautauqua at the La Plata Campus July 9, 10 and 11. Twilight performances will continue at the Leonardtown Campus on Tuesdays, July 16, 23 and 30; at the La Plata Campus on Wednesdays, July 17, 24 and 31; and at the Prince Frederick Campus on Thursdays, July 18, 25 and Aug. 1. All performances will begin at 6:45 p.m. For information on the Twilight Performance Series call 301934-7703 or 301-870-2309, 240-725-5499, or 443-550-6169, Ext. 7703 or visit www.csmd.edu/Arts.
Volunteers Needed for Wounded Warrior Fishing Tournament
Volunteers are needed for the 2013 PVA/Walter Reed Annual Bass Fishing Tournament, to be held at June 8-9 at Smallwood State Park. Volunteers are needed starting June 7 to set up for the tournament. If you are interested in more information on assisting with this event that provides an enjoyable weekend for wounded warriors, please contact john. neal1@navy.mil.
Charles County Parks Offers Extreme Fun Summer Skateboard Camp
Charles County Skate Park, at White Plains Regional Park (located on St. Charles Parkway, south of DeMarr Road), is offering a 360 Action Skateboard Camp this summer for the week of July 22-26. Participants will receive group and individual training on safe riding, tack turns, kick turns, ollies, grinding, getting air, bowl drop-ins and much more, under the supervision of professional coaches from American Inline Skating . All campers receive an official camp T-shirt and stickers. Participation is for youth between the ages of 6 and 14 years old. The camp fee is $125 and the registration deadline is July 1 (early registration is recommended). For registration information and a list of required equipment, contact the Department of Public Works Parks Division at 301-9323470, Monday through Friday, from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Kraving Kabobs Truck at NSF Indian Head
Looking for a yummy hot lunch on base at NSF Indian Head? Look no further! The Kraving Kabobs truck is on call from Monday - Thursday from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. near the NEX and later near Bldg. 303 in the restricted area. Check out their menu of yummy subs, gyros, falafel and other favorites.
IH Spouses’ Club “Treasures” Thrift Store Needs Your Donations!
Plan today to visit the Treasures Thrift Store, located at 12 Strauss Ave. next door to the USO. The store is open every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Donations of gently used items are currently being accepted. Want to earn up to $5 in free items from the thrift store every month? Volunteer! Stop by the thrift store during operating hours or email ihspouseclub@live.com for information. To publish information on your event or program under “Base Happenings,” contact NSASP Public Affairs at 540653-8153 or email jeron.hayes@navy.mil.
Friday, May 17, 2013
Hurricane Preparedness
Get NFAAS on your smartphone May is Hurricane Preparedness Month - it’s never too early to prepare you and your family for hurricane season. The U.S. Navy has established a website to help keep track of all its employees and their families in the event of a disaster. The Navy Family Accountability and Assessment System (NFAAS) is accessed through the web and gives you the opportunity to check in if you evacuate or relocate during a disaster. You can now download an app on your smartphone to access disaster info and connect to NFAAS. The app is free for Sailors, government civilians and their families that is streamlined, easy to use and covers all that is needed to be prepared for a disaster. - Easy to navigate - Includes Pre, During and Post disaster resource information. - Users are able to create their own custom emergency kits and plans based on criteria such as location and family members (children, pets). - FFSC locator for CONUS and OCONUS to show the nearest center based on the person’s location with turn by turn directions. - RSS Feeds with most current weather for local and regional area. - Built in weather alert. Similar to a weather alert radio or the EBS alert that shows up on a television and automatically initiates a visual and audio alert to your smart phone based on users area of the world. - App provides ability to save important information on medical needs and insurance, should the user to choose to do so. - App provides a resource page with direct links to FEMA, ARC, etc. - Built-in survey feedback mechanism.
App also links to the NFAAS Mobile Website: In the event of a disaster or crisis, the mobile website allows users in the affected area to access NFAAS through the web browser on any android, iPhone or Blackberry touch screen device. The mobile website is a minimized version of NFAAS, making the system much easier to view and navigate during an emergency while using a handheld mobile device. When affected by an event, the mobile website allows users to login using their NFAAS user name, which is the sponsor’s .mil e-mail address, and password, which includes the sponsor’s date of birth and the last four digits of their social security number. After logging in, Sailors and DoN civilians can use the mobile website to quickly account for themselves and their family members, as well as update contact information and complete a needs assessment survey if necessary. To access the NFAAS mobile web application, go to https://navyfamily. navy.mil from your mobile device.
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continued through Dahlgren’s research and development assets. At the electromagnetic rail gun facility, program managers answered the admirals’ questions and led the officers through the test range. An examination of the test projectiles before and after firing underscored the system’s power. Gortney praised Dahlgren’s contributions to the Fleet’s capabilities. “The ability to be able to conduct R&D at a facility like Dahlgren is absolutely critical to our Navy,” said Gortney. “We have to leverage cutting edge technology to shape the fleet of tomorrow.”
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Battle of Midway events at NSF Dahlgren
* Battle of Midway 5K - 5K is open to all with base access. Registration at the base gym will remain open until 10 a.m. the morning of the event, Wednesday, June 5. The 5K will start at 11 a.m. Running bibs will be provided. First 25 to register will receive a free t-shirt. There will be a medals for the fastest runners. Anyone interested in helping please contact Lt. Jessica Tuia (540-284-1235).
* Start of Battle of Midway Poster Contest - All are welcome to prepare an original Battle of Midway poster to hang in the CSCS / ATRC auditorium, Building 1520. There are no size or shape restrictions. All posters will be in good taste. Posters go up for display in the auditorium on Tuesday, June 4 and will be voted on through Thursday COB for those with building access. To vote, place the number of the poster of your choice on a piece of paper and place in the box which
will be located in the auditorium. For any individuals who would like to vote but do not have building access, they will be able to do so Thursday, June 6 directly before and after the presentation by Mr. Tom Hone, author of THE BATTLE OF MIDWAY: The Naval Institute Guide to the U.S. Navy’s Greatest Victory. His presentation begins at 10 a.m. Winner will be announced on Friday morning. If interested in participating please contact Lt. Jessica Tuia (540-284-1235).
* Author Tom Hone will be speaking on the Battle of Midway at 10 a.m.w in CSCS / ATRC auditorium, Building 1520. This event is open to all with base access. Navy Ball Burger Burn will commence by the front entrance to ATRC at 11 a.m. for anyone interested in purchasing lunch. Tom Hone will have a book signing for his book on the Battle of Midway at the NEX following his presentation (11 a.m.).
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of the Staunton-based 116th Infantry Brigade Combat Team; and Lt. Col. Chris Doss, commander of the Fredericksburg-based 116th Brigade Special Troops Battalion, 116th Infantry Brigade Combat Team. The covenant reads: “Together we are committed to building strong communities through recognition and support of our men and women in uniform, past and present, and their families. “We, the leadership of this Virginia community and our nation’s armed forces, recognize the sacrifice and commitment that our active duty military, reserve, National Guard, veterans and their families have made and are making every day across America, and in assignments and deployments around the world in support of our nation’s
national security. “We pledge today, by this covenant, to work closely together: “To create and encourage a strong relationship between these communities and the military and former military personnel and families who live and work in them. “To educate men, women and children of the value and strength of having military service members, active and retired, and their families, living in their communities. “To assist community leaders in developing programs in support of our active duty military, veterans and their families. “We agree to support and promote the principles of this Community Covenant on this 4th day of May, 2013, in Fredericksburg, Virginia.”
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done. and it gets me out of the house and keeps me doing things and lets me meet people I wouldn’t necessarily meet if I was just sitting at home.” Now, Rauch devotes much of her volunteer time to the Dahlgren School, where she helps teachers and can spend time with her son. “I like to be involved at the school,” she said. “He has some special needs, so I like to be present. I want the teachers to know that I’m there and willing to help with whatever. I want to have a good working relationship with his teachers each year so they know they can come to me with any problems or concerns. That’s how a lot of it started. just volunteering to do stuff in the classroom when he was in kindergarten. It just kind of went from there.” Rauch hopes that her volunteer spirit will rub off on Conner. “By default, he volunteers with me on a lot of things. I think it’s a good example to set for children to volunteer. It’s nice to give back if you can.” Rauch is currently the president of the PTO at the Dahlgren School and is planning to run for a position on the school board next year. She received three nominations asking that she be featured for Military Spouse Appreciation Month. One nomination described Rauch as “a leader within our parent community. She is in the school every day, working with teachers and administrations to get us the support that we need to provide a quality education to our military kids.” Another said, “On top of all of her (volunteer) time, she has inspired other parents to become part of the Dahlgren School Volunteers. The PTO began reformation five years ago, but really came into fruition under her leadership.” While Rauch and her family have plenty of time left in their tour at Dahlgren, Russ will retire in the not-too-distant future. Planning a life after the military can be just as
daunting a proposition for military spouses as it is for service members, but Rauch is taking it all in stride. “I am open to whatever,” she said. “Wherever [Russ] can find a job that he likes, as long as we stay there for four years because our son will be in high school by then.” In the meantime, Rauch will continue to enjoy her life and all its activities. When she isn’t volunteering or working part-time as a recreation aide at Dahlgren’s Liberty Center, she enjoys walking, swimming, hiking, knitting and sewing. Staying active is one of the things that Rauch credits for helping her along her journey as a military spouse, through good times and challenging times. “It’s hard, obviously, for [Russ] to be gone six to nine months or longer,” she said, offering advice for spouses new to the military. “But I knew what I was walking into when I married him. Just don’t sit at home and do nothing. Explore your surroundings. Find new places to eat, new friends. Get involved with the [Family Readiness Group] if the command has one. I’ve met some great people that way. Just keep yourself busy. If you stay at home, you’re not going to enjoy it and there’s a lot to enjoy. Even if your spouse is gone, there’s a lot you can do. Explore your community. Make friends with other wives from the ship your husband is on or the command he is at.” Rauch is happy when she looks back at her experiences and is optimistic about the future. “We met a lot of really great people that have become family and that’s very rewarding,” she said. “We’re blessed to just have a job and a place to live, in this day in age. We’re very blessed to have what we have. I wouldn’t change anything, even the deployments. We’re happy and we’ll see what the next couple of years bring.”
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