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South Potomac Pilot NEWS AND INFORMATION FOR THE NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY SOUTH POTOMAC DEFENSE COMMUNITY

Colonel Redifer discusses leadership, life in the Corps By Andrew Revelos Staff Writer

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It’s been a busy month for Col. Stephen Redifer since he assumed command of the Chemical Biological Incident Response Force (CBIRF) at a May change of command ceremony at Naval Support Facility (NSF) Indian Head. Like all new members of CBIRF, Redifer had to complete the CBIRF Basic Operators Course (CBOC). Later, he participated in CBIRF’s Certification Exercise, a regular exercise that ensures of the command’s two Incident Response Forces (IRFs) are ready to respond to chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and high-yield explosive (CBRNE) events around the world. Leading the only unit in the Marine Corps with a primary mission to save lives is the latest challenge in Redifer’s 23-year career, though his exposure to military life began much earlier. “I am from a military family, so I

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Col. Stephen Redifer, left, commanding officer of the Chemical Biological Response Force, confers with Sgt. Maj. Darrell Stillings, center, CBIRF sergeant major, and Don Brown, right, contractor instructor for CBIRF, during a June 12 Certification Exercise at Naval Support Facility Dahlgren. grew up living all over the United States,” he said. “I went to college at Auburn

University after living in Alabama a few times, and that is probably the longest I

have ever been in one place. I think, like most of us who choose to become Marines,

we are after a challenge and are looking for the toughest organization out there; the Marine Corps promises to test you to your breaking point, and I really wanted to earn that eagle, globe and anchor, and be a part of something larger than myself.” Though Redifer has many professional highlights in his career, including a 1993 deployment to Somalia and a 2007 tour to Iraq, serving alongside his fellow Marines is what keeps him motivated. “Unquestionably, the reason why I have stayed in the military as long as I have is for the people,” he said. “I have been blessed to serve beside the finest men and women our Nation has to offer - it is both an honor and a privilege. I think most of us join the Marine Corps or the Navy for similar reasons, and I enjoy being around people who are driven, focused and proud

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Federal government furloughs impact Dahlgren, Indian Head workforce Federal civilian employees at Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren and NSF Indian Head are among hundreds of thousands of workers in the Department of Defense who are being forced to take leave without pay one day per week starting July 8. Over 4,400 civilian employees - about 93 percent of the total government civilian workforce at the Dahlgren naval base - are subject to the furlough directed by Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel in May. At NSF Indian Head, over 1,870 civilian employees are being furloughed, which accounts for about 97 percent of the total number of federal civilian employees on the base.

he furlough is being implemented by federal agencies as one method to deal with billions of dollars in budget cuts mandated through sequestration legislation that went into effect in March. Hagel directed furloughs of up to 11 days for most of the 800,000 Department of Defense employees, at the rate of one furlough day per week. The furlough will result in a 20-percent reduction in weekly pay for affected employees through the remainder of the current fiscal year, which ends in September. Most civilians will be furloughed with a few exceptions, to include those deployed in a combat zone, and those who protect safety of

life or property such as firefighters and police officers. The furlough will not affect the operational status of either of the Dahlgren or Indian Head naval bases. The bases will remain open for business for the normal Monday through Friday work week. However, cost-cutting measures have forced some reduction in base-wide support services. For Navy’s shore installations managed through Commander Navy Installation Command, the budget draw-down has thus far equated to a 10-percent reduction in funding for base operating support services. All Navy installation commands in Naval District Washington (NDW) are

affected, to include Naval Support Activity South Potomac (NSASP), which is responsible for providing a wide range of base support services for both NSF Dahlgren and NSF Indian Head. These services include police and fire protection, safety programs, air operations, and quality of life programs and facilities. Hours for the bases’ pass offices - which process badges for employees and visitors to the installations - have been reduced by one hour per day. Current hours Monday through Friday are from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fiscal belt-tightening has also impacted utilities and building and property maintenance functions on

the bases, provided through Naval Facilities Engineering Command Washington, which serves as the Public Works Department. That means restrooms are cleaned less frequently, grassy areas around buildings are not mowed as often, and employees have to empty desk-side trash, among other cutbacks. As well, since March, Public Works crews at NSF Dahlgren and NSF Indian Head implemented additional energy cost-saving measures, which included securing heating to buildings earlier than normal this season, as well as changing control set points for build-

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JBAB police officers train at Dahlgren By Andrew Revelos Staff Writer The Naval Support Activity South Potomac (NSASP) Police Department hosted police officers from Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB) for advanced tactical training June 19-21 at Building 217. The training was intended to sharpen the officers’ skills in several areas, such as active shooter response. The mini-course included classroom time, practical application, night vision training, live-fire and time in the VirTra Systems simulator. Bob Brooks, chief of NSASP police, was impressed with the JBAB police officers’ performance. “We offered this course to all the bases in the region, however only JBAB was able to send interested officers,” he said. “The officers that attended from JBAB did an outstanding job and definitely represented their department well. I, as well as all of the other instructors, were very impressed with their abilities, professionalism and enthusiasm.” For the practical application portion of the course, the JBAB police officers conducted active-shooter response drills in Building 217. The facility’s maze-like layout, with multiple opposing danger areas, makes clearing it safely a challenge for any police officer, though

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Sgt. Carlos Ansley, left, a police officer assigned to Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, takes a “suspect,” role-played by Capt. Patrick Gardner, a police officer assigned to Naval Support Activity Washington, into custody during training at Naval Support Facility Dahlgren on June 20.

Fight or flight: this police officer draws his weapon too late to prevent the virtual suspect, whose silver handgun is visible above the officer’s right elbow, from “firing.” A split second later, the officer’s body contorted when the VirTra System simulator applied an electrical impulse to the officer. training can be tailored to all skill levels. Capt. Patrick Gardner,

a police officer assigned to NSA Washington, added realism to the drills by role-

playing the active shooter. Gardner fired at the JBAB officers with a blank-loaded

pistol as the officers made entry into the facility. In pairs, the JBAB officers advanced, cleared rooms, eventually cornering the “bad guy” and taking him into custody. MACS Chris Merz challenged the JBAB officers with several scenarios in the VirTra Systems simulator. The system, with three large screens that fill the trainee’s field of vision, is no mere video game; the training program “reacts” to trainees’ actions and a threat feedback feature lets officers know when they’ve been “shot” via a wireless electrical impulse device. One by one, the JBAB officers went

through the scenario, with Merz making significant but subtle changes in between drills. Each officer went through a scenario without threat feedback before returning for drills that incorporated the feature. One JBAB officer drew his weapon too late; his body contorted slightly as the virtual suspect “fired” and he received the threat feedback. Another officer, Cpl. John Reyes, completed his scenario without receiving any threat feedback, but he acknowledged the anxiety it caused with a relieved grin once he completed the drill.

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NSASP says goodbye to Tom Kubalewski U.S. Navy photo by Andrew Revelos

Tom Kubalewski, right, former program director of the Naval Support Activity South Potomac Fleet and Family Readiness Programs shows off a gift at a Hawaii-themed going away party June 16. Jim Feldman, left, replaced Kubalewski, who moved on to a position at Naval Air Station Patuxent River.

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Employees invited to participate in Indian Head environmental program survey 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.

Naval Support Activity South Potomac (NSASP) is inviting the workforce on Naval Support Facility (NSF) Indian Head, along with members of the local community, to participate in a brief, online survey regarding the installation’s Environmental Restoration Program. This survey and related community involvement activities undertaken by the Navy are intended to promote awareness regarding environmental topics and activities at NSF Indian Head. “If community members have not heard of the NSF Indian Head Environmental Restoration Program but are interested in this topic, their participation in the survey is invaluable,” emphasizes Nicholas Carros, manager for the program. “Responses to the survey are confidential and will help facilitate future measures to improve environmental restoration communications and community interaction,” adds Carros. The online environmental restoration community survey can be accessed at http://fluidsurveys.com/s/nsf-indian-head-community-relations-plansurvey/. The survey will be available through August 2013. “We want to do everything we can to encourage members of the community to stay informed and attend public

Environmental cleanup continues at a number of sites on NSF Indian Head. This photo shows open excavation used during recovery work at a site adjacent to Mattawoman Creek where metal parts were discarded and covered with fill from the 1960s to 1980s, and which contained material potentially presenting an explosive hazard. It is suspected that drums containing solvents buried at the site degraded over time and caused contamination of shallow groundwater. meetings where the community has an opportunity to review and discuss envi-

ronmental topics specific to NSF Indian Head,” says Carros.

New public transit service links Charles and PG Counties On Monday, July 1, 2013, Charles and Prince George’s counties launched a new public transit service linking Charles County’s VanGO with Prince George’s County’s TheBus. The new transit service culminates more than one year of joint planning between the two jurisdictions. In addition, both jurisdictions applied for and received grants through the Job Access and Reverse Commute Program to implement the new service. Prince George’s County initiated the new South County service between Clinton and Brandywine Crossing. The singular initiative expanded into a joint collaborative effort between Prince George’s and Charles counties to provide service

between Brandywine Crossing in Prince George’s County to Pinefield South Shopping Center in Charles County. The extended service allows transit users to travel between Brandywine Crossing and Pinefield South shopping centers, as well as to points beyond because they will be able to connect with linking service routes at the Clinton Fringe Park and Ride Lot. TheBus terminates service at 7:50 p.m. on weekdays and does not operate on Saturdays. As a result, VanGO will provide service from the Waldorf transfer point to Brandywine Crossing weekday evenings and Saturdays. On Monday through Friday, the last VanGo bus will

depart Brandywine Crossing at 9:29 p.m. and arrive at the Waldorf transfer point at 9:45 p.m. to allow for connection with the 10 p.m. departures. On Saturdays, service from Waldorf to Brandywine Crossing will begin at 7 a.m. and end at 9:45 p.m., while service from Brandywine Crossing to Waldorf will begin at 7:14 a.m. and end at 9:29 p.m. For more information on VanGO, please call 301-934-9305 or visit www. GO-VANGO.com <http://www.go-vango. com/> . For TheBus information, please call 301-324-BUSS. Citizens with special needs may contact the Maryland Relay Service at 711 or Relay Service TDD at 800-735-2258.

Virginia DMV offers Virginia Veterans ID Cards The Virginia Veterans ID Card - This little card is a big deal! Your Virginia Veterans ID card is a convenient way to show proof of your veteran status so you can enjoy the benefits you deserve. Hundreds of Virginia businesses offer discounts for veterans carrying a valid ID.

va.us/exec/csc/mcscalendar.asp - www.dmvNOW.com - U.S. mail: P.O. Box 27412, Richmond, VA 23269-0001 (download the application) - Fax: (804) 367-1112 (download the application)

Five ways to get Your Veterans ID Card (requires a $10 application fee): - Visit your local DMV customer service center - DMV 2 Go mobile offices (view the schedule here) http://www.dmv.state.

You must have a valid Virginia driver’s license or identification card. You will also need a copy of your DD-214. If you apply in person at a DMV office, you will receive a temporary veterans ID which can be used as proof of veteran status

until your veterans ID card arrives in the mail. Virginia Veterans ID cards never expire. You will receive your new Virginia Veterans ID card in the mail within a week. For more information, get the FAQs or check out a few of the participating retailers. To download the application, visit www.dvs.virginia.gov/veterans-id-card. shtml. For retailers and restaurants that offer discounts to veterans, visit http:// militaryandveteransdiscounts.com/.s

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Base Happenings Dahlgren ASBP Blood Drive July 10 The Armed Services Blood Program will hold a blood drive on Wed., July 10 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Bldg. 1470 Conference Room. All blood collected benefits military members and their families at home, overseas, in harm’s way and recovering from injuries. Give our troops the best gift of all, the gift of life - give blood! Make your appointment online at militarydonor.com using sponsor code NSF. We love walk ins as well!

Legal Services at FFSC The Fleet and Family Support Center offers legal appointments on July 23. Appointments are for active duty military, reservists, retirees and their family members. Do you have your power of attorney and will squared away? Call 540-653-1839 to make an appointment today!

Navy Ball Lunch Fundraiser at ATRC The Dahlgren Navy Ball Committee is selling lunch daily (weather permitting) from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the ATRC gazebo. Please come out for lunch and support the Dahlgren Navy Ball Committee.

Second Tour Thrift Store 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. All proceeds from sales at Second Tour are donated to charities in the Dahlgren/King George and surrounding communities, and provide scholarship funds to dependents of military personnel - past and present - that are or were stationed on Dahlgren. 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. Come out for a yummy lunch today! Kraving Kabobs will be Mainside every Tuesday from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. near the Navy Exchange.

“Treasures” Thrift Store Needs 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. Stop by the thrift store during operating hours for information. To publish information on your event or program under “Base Happenings,” contact NSASP Public Affairs at 540-653-8153 or email jeron.hayes@navy.mil.

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When thunder roars, go indoors! Courtesy of NSASP Safety Office Summer is the peak season for one of the nation’s deadliest weather phenomena- lightning. But don’t be fooled, lightning strikes year round. Hundreds of people are permanently injured each year. People struck by lightning suffer from a variety of long-term, debilitating symptoms, including memory loss, attention deficits, sleep disorders, chronic pain, numbness, dizziness, stiffness in joints, irritability, fatigue, weakness, muscle spasms, depression, and more.

Warning to men More than 80% of lightning fatalities are men who did not seek shelter from an approaching storm, but instead kept on fishing, boating, golfing, biking, or working outdoors. Be prepared by recognizing danger and knowing what to do and what not to do. If you can hear thunder, even a distant rumble, lightning is close enough to strike you. Immediately seek shelter in a substantial building or a

metal-topped vehicle. Lightning is the third greatest storm-related killer in the United States and causes nearly $1 billion in damages each year.

Each year, lightning is responsible for approximately: • 37 direct deaths • 300 injuries •200,000 insurance

claims • $1 billion in damages

If your home is struck by lightning: • Evacuate your home immediately if you see fire or smoke and call 911 • Call your local fire department and, if possible, have them check for hot spots in your walls with thermal imaging equipment • Make sure all smoke

detectors are powered and operating properly • If needed, have a licensed electrician check the wiring in your home

Each year, lightning causes about: • 25,000 total fires • 4,400 home structure fires • 1,800 non-home structure fires • 12 fire-related deaths

Military Consumer Protection Day is July 17 On July 17, the Department of Defense, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, Military Saves campaign and many other organizations will observe the first ever Military Consumer Protection Day. Throughout the month of July, DoD will empower military families with free consumer resources to help them avoid scams and make informed decisions about financial products and services. In addition to everyday scams, service members and their families are sometimes targeted due to unique factors of military life. Rental and moving, credit card, car buying and loan scams are examples of frauds focused directly on military families.

On Military Consumer Protection Day, service members will have access to tips on protecting themselves against scams, as well as the best information to make sound decisions in the marketplace, such as where to go to get more information or to file a complaint and how to find consumer protection resources. Commemorative activities may be held at the installation level and may include seminars, information through social media or free publications for service members and their families. Being aware of the types of scams that are happening is the first line of defense. Contact your local FFSC for more information at 540-653-1839 or visit www.military.ncpw.gov/.

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MWR Highlights Cost: $100 ($75 for each additional family member) Come out on Mondays and Thursdays and learn the art of Karate. A beginnerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s class will be held from 5 - 6 p.m., and an advanced class will be held from 6 - 8 p.m. For more information and to register, please contact the Fitness Center at 540-653-8580.

Movie Theater

General Library Thank You Cards to the Troops

Aquatics Center Jr. Lifeguard Program July 15 - 19 from 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Eligible patrons include all with base access, ages 10 to 14. Cost: $125. Register no later than July 5th. Learn basic lifeguard skills and shadow guards while they work. Find out if you have what it takes to be a lifeguard! Swimming every day! For more information, please contact the Aquatics Center at 540-653-8088.

July 5 - All Day - Free to all with base access Make a Thank You card to send to the troops. Come in all week to write or design a thank you card to send to our deployed service men and women. Bring your best ideas to help brighten their days away from home. For more information please contact the Dahlgren General Library at 540-653-7474.

Liberty Center Cornhole Tournament Tuesdays

Auto Skills Center Clean Tips Class July 8, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Eligible patrons include all with base access. Learn how to keep not only the inside of your car clean, but your engine as well. Keep your wheels shining too! For more information, please contact the Auto Skills Center at 540-653-4900.

Every Tuesday in the month of July starting at 5 p.m. Free and open to Liberty Center patrons only - E1- E6 single/unaccompanied active duty military. Join Liberty every Tuesday for some competitive games of cornhole. For more information, please contact the Liberty Center at 540-653-7277.

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, July 5 7 p.m. - Now You See Me, PG-13 Saturday, July 6 7 p.m. - After Earth, PG-13 Friday, July 12th 7 p.m. - The Internship, PG-13 Saturday, July 13th 7 p.m. - Man of Steel, PG-13

Craftech Day will be 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. for lap swim, 1 - 7 p.m. for open swim and 7:30 - 11 p.m. for pool rentals. Swim Lessons are offered by MWR for all skill levels and at a variety of times to suit your needs. Water aerobics classes are offered throughout the season. Contact the pool staff at 301-744-4616 for more information.

Framing and Matting Class July 10 & 17, 4:30 p.m. Eligible patrons include all with base access. Cost: $35 plus materials. In this two-day workshop, learn how to mat and frame a piece of artwork. No larger than 16x20. No oils or cross stitch. Maximum class size is four. For more information, please contact Craftech at 540-653-1730.

Fitness Center Beat the Heat Fitness Center Exercise Incentive FREE July 1 - August 23 Eligible patrons include all with base access. Exercise 3 times a week and receive a back pack or a water bottle, 4 times a week and receive a sweat towel or a t-shirt. For more registration information, please contact 540-653-2016.

Fall Intramural Sports Organization Meetings July 8 - 10, 4 p.m. Eligible patrons include all with base access. Interested in joining in on the fun with fall sports? Come to one of our organizational meetings! Flag Football: July 8th. Softball: July 9th. Soccer: July 10th. For more information, please contact the Fitness Center at 540-653-8580.

Indoor Rowing Competition Every Wednesday in July - Free Eligible patrons include all with base access. Athletes will row a 2000m sprint at damper setting 4-7. Categories/Prizes: Male/Female and Active Duty. Time to compete: 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. For more information, please call 540-653-8580, or stop by the NSF Dahlgren Fitness Center.

Isshinryu Karate New Session Starts in July Eligible patrons include all with base access.

Dive-In Movies

Auto Hobby Shop Self Help Classes July 8 - Vacation Maintenance August 12 - Driving Maintenance Tips 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 with base access. For more information contact larry.shanks@navy.mil.

Come in and swim at 7:30 p.m., movie starts at dusk. Bring a float and watch a movie in the pool. All movies are rated G. This program is free and open to all with base access. July 3rd, 17th and 31st, August 14th.

Weight House Fitness Center

Recreational Gear Rentals

3- on-3 Beach Volleyball Tournament

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.

July 8 at the Sand Volleyball Complex. Four players per team, one sub. Games schedule TBD. Free for military, $5 for all others.

NEW Campers Available 15â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Cozy Traveler Recreational Trailer (sleeps up to 6) $55 per day $100 per weekend $245 for a week Call 301-744-6314 for more information.

Aquatic Center Dive In to Summer Fun The NSF Indian Head swimming pool is open for the 2013 summer season. Hours of operation through Labor

Sprint Triathlon August 16 $15 for military, $25 for all others. Register at the WHFC by Friday, August 9th. Pre-race summer training sessions are available for $3 per session. Email megan.eicholtz@ navy.mil for more information.

Driving Range Closest to the Pin Competition July 9 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Driving Range. Free for military, $5 for all others. Open to all eligible patrons. Register at the Fitness Center any time prior to the day of event.

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It is exceedingly difficult to replicate the stress police officers experience in real-life encounters with suspects, but the threat feedback feature comes close. “People understand that there’s a level of separation between them and a TV screen,” said Merz. “So what you have to do to make the training realistic is raise [the trainees’] level of anticipation, raise their heart rates. A person’s brain goes into a fight or flight response in stressful situations and police officers have to train for that. When you have an adrenaline rush, your senses can shut down; first audio, then visual and eventually common sense thinking. Officers have one thing to rely on in those types of situations and that’s training.” Virtual reality-based training helps police officers achieve that level of proficiency and does so economically. “The best thing about the system is that it allows us to minimize the amount of resources we have to expend in order to train officers,” said Merz, who has taken a lead role in operating the system since it was acquired last year. “While live-fire training is important, we can shoot thousands of simulated rounds in the VirTra System and train officers to a level that is commensurate with Navy standards. The system can also be customized

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to train to evolving security needs; it allows for growth.” The time spent by the JBAB police officers in the simulator was only part of the mini-course, which covered a lot of ground in three days. Time was spent brushing up on other vital law enforcement skills, such as weapons retention. The police officers from JBAB appreciated the chance to brush up on their law enforcement skills. “It’s fantastic training with advanced technical equipment and very diverse instructors with lots of experience,” said Sgt. Carlos Ansley, JBAB police officer. “No matter what skill level you’re at, you’re going to come here and you’re going to get quality training and learn something new, whether you’re a beginner or you’re an experienced officer. It’s very high-speed stuff.” Military law enforcement faces a threat environment that is always changing. Achieving and maintaining a high level of proficiency is important for every police officer, especially with regard to the active shooter threat. “It’s very needed training,” said Ansley. “Every officer on the street who’s carrying a weapon and responding to calls should have at least a basic level knowledge of this type of training, so they’re prepared. [Police officers] need to have the correct combat mindset and know what level of force to use, depending on the threat they are faced with. If it’s the highest level of threat, they need to be able to respond with the highest level of force. That’s the kind of training we get here.”

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STEM summer camp draws students, parents By John J. Joyce NSWC Dahlgren Division Corporate Communications Parents listened intently as Navy and Virginia Demonstration Project (VDP) leaders spoke about the annual week-long VDP summer academy and its potential to transform their children’s outlook on science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) and positively impact students’ academic and career decisions. The VDP STEM summer camp, sponsored by the National Defense Education Program (NDEP) held Parent Day on June 26 and allowed students participants to wow their parents. Parents watched in amazement as their children - among 95 middle school students - used STEM skills to solve problems of Navy interest at the camp held June 24-28. The students joined their mentors - 19 Navy scientists and engineers and 19 middle school teachers - to work in teams on STEM summer camp activities and projects impacting simulated naval robotic missions. “This year the students displayed excitement and were engaged in all of the STEM events,” said Jane Bachman, VDP STEM Dahlgren Academy Director. “It was our first year at King George Middle School (KGMS) and our first year hosting a “Parent Day” for parents to see first-hand what their child is experiencing during the STEM focus week.” In addition the Dahlgren School, the participating middle schools included Fredericksburg City, King George, Spotsylvania and Stafford school districts. “Students worked hard on their STEM activities and excitement filled the air,” said Bachman. “Watching the team collaboration among the students is inspiring as they not only help their team members but other teams as well. Our junior mentors have been working hard and expanding their leadership skills.” Navy officials - including Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) Commander Capt. Michael Smith - anticipate the students may one day use their STEM skills at Naval Warfare Center laboratories to design future technologies supporting U.S. warfighters and America’s homeland defense and security. The NDEP VDP goal is to increase the attraction of the Navy’s Warfare Centers and Shipyards as an eventual place of employment for

students participating in the program. “STEM career information is packed into one week,” said Bachman, an NSWCDD lead scientist. “The goal of the academy is to provide middle school students with a variety of STEM activities as they interact with our Dahlgren scientists and engineers and STEM focused middle school teachers.” The program teams up teachers with practicing scientists and engineers from the mentor-rich environment at the Naval Warfare Centers. During the school year, science and math themes featuring robotics problems are integrated throughout the curriculum. Moreover, the College of William and Mary impacted VDP and the summer camp by developing a curriculum for students who learn about STEM at military bases and providing training to Navy Warfare Center mentors. NDEP’s VDP process is more than students learning how to program robots or build, assemble and demonstrate the projects. It’s also about team building and is all inclusive. NDEP VDP originated under the Office of Naval Research N-STAR (Naval Re-

search - Science and Technology for America’s Readiness), a science and technology workforce development program launched in 2004 by the Office of Naval Research. It was initiated to show a diversity of pre-teens and teens that math, science and engineering are fascinating, fun and socially relevant. Since its inception, VDP’s ultimate goal has been to establish educational outreach programs at other Navy research and development centers throughout the country. The initiative could even-

tually expand beyond the Navy and evolve into a national demonstration project encompassing all Department of Defense laboratories in a sustained effort to secure the long-term competitiveness of America’s science and technology workforce by hooking more kids on math and science at an earlier age. As a result, the number of students earning university degrees in science, mathematics, engineering, and technology is expected to exponentially increase. “On behalf of the VDP STEM Dahlgren Academy

Planning Team, we thank all of the students, parents, VIPs, mentors, behind-the-scene workers and KGMS for their

participation and encouragement in our STEM program as we highlight STEM careers,” said Bachman.

The South Potomac Pilot

Friday, July 5, 2013

Community Notes Dahlgren Potomac River Regional Art Show The Colonial Beach Artists Guild proudly presents its 10th Annual Potomac River Regional Art Show at Colonial Beach Town Center from July 12 through August 4 on weekends only from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Original works from area artists will be on display. For more information, visit www. colonialbeachartistsguild.org.

First Annual Bikefest Westmoreland Youth Association will hold its first annual Bikefest on Sat., Aug. 3 from noon - 5 p.m. at Washington and Lee High School, Montross, Va. Come show off your motorcycle. First and second place trophies in five classes as well as Best in Show. Clubs welcome. Early bird registration - $15, day of event $25. Call 804-450-3662 to register. Vendors welcome, $20 per spot. All proceeds benefit the Westmoreland Youth Association sports programs.

Art Auction to benefit Dahlgren Museum The Dahlgren Heritage Foundation will host a Fine Art Auction on held Saturday, Aug. 24 at University of Mary Washington-Dahlgren Campus. Preview of the art available will be held from 5-6 p.m. followed by the auction at 6:30 p.m. Event will include hors d’oeuvres and hourly door prizes. Checks and major credit cards will be accepted. All proceeds benefit the Dahlgren Heritage Foundation and their efforts to open the Dahlgren History museum. For more info, call 540-709-7495 or email secretary@dahlgrenmuseum.org.

Vegucation Station needs volunteers We need volunteers! King George Extension Office’s Vegucation Station is gearing up for the 2013 season at the Fredericksburg, King George and Spotsylvania Farmers Markets on the first and third Saturdays of the month, 9-11a.m. from June through October. The Vegucation Station is a fresh food education program that teaches customers how to identify, select, store, and prepare many varieties of seasonal fruits and vegetables. Plus, it offers demonstrations, samplings, and recipes. Training is provided. A volunteer only need to commit to one Saturday but most of our volunteers do more. If you would like to volunteer, please visit http://www.volunteersignup.org/7W7X9 and follow the instructions on the page. For more info, please email Dorthea Ivey at iveyD@vt.edu or call the King George Extension office at 540-775-3062.

Indian Head Sunset Concert Series has begun! The St. Charles Companies announces the return of The Sunset Concert Series to the St. Charles and Waldorf communities, marking the fifth year for the highly popular free

outdoor music festival. The 2013 season will open with the reggae sounds of Peter Humphrey and the Oasis Band. A total of 18 bands will play by the lake throughout the summer, winding up with a funk R&B Dance Party by the band Tomorrow’s Time on August 30th. Joining the series this summer will be returning crowd favorites along with new local singer/songwriter talent. Time: Every Friday at 7 p.m. Location: O’Donnell Lake Restaurant Park, 10400 O’Donnell Place, Waldorf, MD 20601 The Sunset Concert Series lineup includes: July 5 Eric Scott Band Original music July 12 Jennifer Cooper and Groovespan Jazz July 19 John O’Loughlin and the Blarney Stones Irish pop and traditional July 26 Marenje Marimba Marimba

Household Hazardous Waste Collection July 6 The Charles County Department of Public Works would like to remind citizens that the next household hazardous waste collection for this year will be held on Saturday, July 6. The household hazardous waste collection site is located in the parking lot of the Department of Public Works building, located at 10430 Audie Lane, off of Radio Station Road in La Plata. Collection hours are 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Items accepted free of charge include: pesticides, herbicides, fertilizer, gasoline, oil-based paint, cleaning supplies, pool chemicals, batteries, expired prescription drugs, fluorescent lights, mercury thermometers, and other poisons found in the home. Please remember to mark any container that does not have a readable, original label. Unacceptable materials include bio-medical waste (sharps, needles, anything with bodily fluids) and ammunition. Used motor oil, anti-freeze, propane tanks, and batteries are accepted on a regular basis at various collection sites. Latex paint is not considered hazardous waste and can be placed in your household trash as long as it is solidified. This can be accomplished by adding kitty litter, shredded paper, or sawdust to the liquid latex paint to aid in drying it out. For more information, call the Charles County Department of Public Works, Environmental Resources Division at 301-932-3599 or 301-870-2778, or the landfill and recycling information line at 301-932-5656.

Blue Crabs Host All-You-Can-Eat Crab Feast On Saturday, July 6, the Blue Crabs will feature an allyou-can-eat crab feast in the Picnic Pavilion at the Regency Furniture Stadium in Waldorf, Md., during their game against Sugar Land Skeeters. Game starts at 6:35 p.m. and dig in time is 6-8 p.m. All Adults will receive a ticket to the game and access to the feast for $35 and $30 for children. Reserve your spot now by calling Justin Miller at (301) 3741129.

Circurious at Regency Furniture Stadium

Not a big baseball fan? Come out to Regency Furniture

Stadium in Waldorf on July 9 for their All-Star Celebration on July 9 when Bobby McKey’s Dueling Pianos will be featured as a warm-up show for the main event: CIRCURIOUS, featuring singing, dancing, feats of strength, acrobatics, trapeze artists and much more! VIP tables will be on the infield front and center for both shows and feature an included happy hour and a four-course meal. For information or to book your individual spots or groups, call Justin Miller at (301) 374-1129.

CSM Summer’s Twilight Performances at La Plata Campus July 9, 10, 11 CSM Twilight Performance Series presents Chautauquan Rachel Carson, 6:45 p.m., July 9; Chautauquan Amelia Earhart, 6:45 p.m., July 10; and Chautauquan Jack Roosevelt “Jackie” Robinson, 6:45 p.m., July 11 at College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. CSM’s Twilight Performance Series kicks off with a week of Chautauqua, part of the Maryland Humanities Council’s program, “Turning Points in History.” The night begins with musical entertainment by Steve Hickman followed by the evening’s historical performance. Each week the series features a different performance on each campus. Bring a picnic with a lawn chair or blanket (no alcoholic beverages permitted.) Free. Call 301-934-7703, 240-725-5499, 443550-6199, 301-870-2309, Ext. 7703 or http://www.csmd. edu/Arts/TwilightSeries/index.html.

CSM presents “HONK!” College of Southern Maryland Twilight Performance Series presents “HONK! - A Musical Play for the Entire Family.” At 6:45 p.m., July 16, CSM, Leonardtown Campus, 22950 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown and 6:45 p.m. on July 17 at CSM La Plata Campus, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata . “HONK!” is a theatrical musical for the entire family about a goose named Ugly, whose odd, gawky looks instantly incite prejudice from his family and neighbors. Bring a picnic with a lawn chair or blanket (no alcoholic beverages permitted.) Free. 301-934-7703, 240-725-5499, 443-550-6199, 301-8702309, Ext. 7703 or www.csmd.edu/Arts.

CSM Twilight Performance Series: Jackson Murphy Band CSM Twilight Performance Series presents the Jackson Murphy Band at 6:45 p.m., July 18, College of Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick Campus, 115 J.W. Williams Road, Prince Frederick. The band Jackson Murphy, with former Fitzmaurice band members, have opened for country music heavyweights such as Trace Adkins and Dierks Bentley performing everything from traditional country and bluegrass to original songs written by the band. Bring a picnic with a lawn chair or blanket (no alcoholic beverages permitted.) Free. 301-934-7703, 240-725-5499, 443-550-6199, 301-870-2309, Ext. 7703 or www.csmd.edu/Arts.

Donuts with Dad The General Libraries at NSA South Potomac had over a hundred participants for both MWR Donuts with Dad events. Fathers enjoyed cookies and cinnamon rolls, while their children got to make them a Father’s Day gift. Dads at Dahlgren also received travel coffee cups filled with candy as a special treat. Sponsored by NSWC Federal Credit Union and Lincoln Military Housing.

The South Potomac Pilot

Friday, July 5, 2013

Redifer: Looking forward to time in Indian Head Furlough: Continued from page 1

of what they do.” Leading those men and women is no small task and Redifer offered a principle that has helped guide him during his career. “Although not one of the Marine Corps’ leadership principles, I really like the phrase ‘do the right thing and fear no man,’” he said. “For me, this means that if you think a problem through, decide what is right and do it, you can sleep well at night knowing that no matter what, you did what you believed to be right. If you take this attitude, don’t cut corners or take the easy way out, you will be in a very strong position as a leader. I think if you live your life that way, you can, in good conscience hold your head high.” CBIRF’s critical mission requires a high degree of dedication from its personnel, a fact reflected in Redifer’s high expectations. “I trust that the Marines, Sailors and civilians assigned to CBIRF know their jobs, in

most cases, far better than I do,” said Redifer. “I ask them to do what is morally, ethically, and legally ‘right’ and give the unit their best day in and day out. CBIRF’s mission is unique in that this command must be prepared to forward deploy and respond to a chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, or high yield explosive incident within 24 hours; given today’s environment and recent events, it is clear that CBIRF must be prepared all the time and there will be no second chances to get it right. Bottom line, I have told the command that I need them to be ‘all in.’” CBIRF is not your usual assignment in the Marine Corps, though it is not Redifer’s first special assignment. “CBIRF is indeed unique and I have already learned a great deal about the challenges associated with this mission set,” he said. “During my time in the Marine Corps, I have had the privilege to be a part of several atypical organizations in the Marine

Corps, to include security forces as well as the Marine Corps Embassy Security Group. These organizations, much like CBIRF, require integration with the civilian first responder community as well as other agencies in the Federal government, so I think I am prepared for that aspect of my new assignment.” Redifer knows his new command is up to the challenge. “As far as working with the Marines and Sailors at CBIRF, I have long since learned that today’s service men and women will accomplish anything you ask as long as you spell out what you expect, hold people accountable to that standard, and help them to achieve their individual goals and desires.” Redifer had kind words for Col. Peter Ahern, the former commanding officer of CBIRF. “The positive morale and the can-do spirit in CBIRF were immediately apparent from the day I walked in the door - I think this is a clear testament to Colonel Ahern’s

dedicated leadership.” Living and working at NSF Indian Head is not the first time Redifer’s career has taken him to a Navy installation. “My first thought when I came aboard Indian Head was that it reminded me very much of my time at Naval Weapons Station Yorktown; my tour with the Security Department and the Marine Corps Security Force Company at Yorktown was one of the best of my career and I am looking forward to being part of the community here in Indian Head.” When his isn’t leading CBIRF or spending time with his family, Redifer enjoys a diverse list of hobbies and sports. “I think my wife would tell you that I have too many to list,” he said. “I enjoy all kinds of sports, although I am discovering I am no longer 19 years old. Probably my biggest hobby right now is the gradual restoration of my 1966 Mustang - I doubt I will ever finish it, but it keeps my hands busy.”

Continued from page 1 ing air conditioning to 80 degrees. Spending cuts have also affected NSASP’s Fleet and Family Readiness Program, which includes all Morale, Welfare and Recreation facilities and activities, the Fleet and Family Support Center, child and youth programs to include the bases’ Child Development Center and Youth Activities Center, Navy Housing, and on-base food service operations. Every effort is being made to keep all recreational and family support facilities open every weekday, albeit on reduced schedules. For example, the hours of operation for the fitness centers will be reduced from 91.5 hours per week to 86.5 hours per week, a schedule change of about an hour per day. Similarly, on-base libraries will scale back from 45 hours to 40 hours per week. Captain Peter Nette, NSASP commanding officer, points out that other Navy-wide cost-cutting measures have been in effect for months.

“Like everyone else, we’ve curtailed travel and training and other administrative expenses, and we’re in a hiring freeze. These cost-cutting measures have an impact across all installations in the Navy, and with some level of consistency across all programs. “At this time we do not see an elimination of services, but rather a reduction,” continues Nette. “Based on higher guidance and peak usage hours, my staff has put together a comprehensive plan to support the overall effort in reducing overall costs. However, as we continue to move forward, it is unclear whether we will see additional reductions or maintain this new baseline. “We will do everything feasible, though not necessarily popular, to minimize impacts to our ability to provide for the overall support to include safety and security of our base’s workforce and residents,” adds Nette. “Even with a furlough in effect, we expect that we will still have a requirement to provide services throughout the week to Sailors and employees who will be off at different times.”