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NALF FENTRESS Volunteers, including CTT2 (SW/AW) Noah McHugh (in uniform) from Dam Neck Annex 1st Lieutenant, shovel sand onto recycled Christmas trees as part of a dune restoration project at Virginia Beach’s Little Island Park, organized by three students from Kemps Landing Magnet School Jan. 11. The students reached out to McHugh for assistance because he has worked as the lead for Dam Neck Annex’s Christmas tree project for the past two years.
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PAGE 9 The Armed Services Blood Program will be collecting donations at FRCMA Oceana Jan. 28, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. All eligible personnel are encouraged to donate. For more information about donating blood, visit www.militaryblood.dod. mil.
Sailor assists with Christmas tree project for dune preservation STORY/PHOTO BY MC2 (SW) ALYSIA HERNANDEZ NAS Oceana Public Affairs Every year after the holidays, hundreds of Christmas trees are donated and recycled to help maintain the sand dunes of Dam Neck Annex's beaches. This year, in addition to building up the dunes of Dam Neck, one Sailor contributed his knowledge of the project to three 8th graders trying to make a difference. Cryptologic Technician - Technical (CTT) 2nd Class (SW/AW) Noah McHugh, who has been the lead on Dam Neck’s Christmas tree project for the past two seasons, volunteered to help Loranika and Varanika Sharma and their classmate Lauren Manuel, students at Kemps Landing Magnet School in Virginia Beach, who
chose to do the same task for a school project at Little Island Park in Virginia Beach. “Dam Neck does a project like this every year and this Monday they're going to check their one year progress, they did this last year,” Loranika said.“[McHugh] did it in Dam Neck, so we reached out to him to see if he could give us some tips on how we could place the trees and how it could become a better project.” “They're doing their best to make an impact on the environment and especially when you're younger it makes a big impact when someone is willing to help out,” said McHugh. “I just wanted to be a part of that.” “All the 8th graders at our school do what's called a capstone project and it's a combination of civics and science together,”said Dianna — See Dune preservation Page 8
Pilot safely recovered following F/A-18E crash From Defense Media Activity A U.S.Navy pilot was safely recovered from sea Jan. 15 after the F/A-18E Super Hornet he was flying crashed approximately 45 miles off the Virginia Beach coast. The crash occurred at approximately 2:30 p.m. The pilot ejected from the aircraft and a life raft deployed. He was recovered by a fishing vessel. The pilot was conscious and was transported to Sentara Norfolk General by a Navy MH-60 Sea Hawk, where he was still listed as being in critical condition as of Jan. 22. The F/A-18E is a single-seat aircraft assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 143, based at Naval Air Station Oceana and was conducting routine training. The Navy will investigate the cause of the accident.
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NMCP to continue to help BASE BRIEFS TRICARE beneficiaries » » »» » »»»»»»» BY DEBORAH R. KALLGREN Naval Medical Center Portsmouth Public Affairs Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP) and its branch clinics will continue to help TRICARE beneficiaries with their military health care benefit after the TRICARE Service Centers close. According to the Defense Health Agency website, TRICARE Service Centers in the United States will end administrative walk-in service April 1, 2014.There are three TSCs in the area: adjacent to NMCP, at the 633rd Medical Group at Joint Base Langley and at McDonald Army Health Center at Joint Base Eustis. The closure of the TSCs will not affect NMCP’s Health Benefits offices, which provide TRICARE information, claims assistance and other related services at the main hospital, branch clinics and TRICARE Prime Clinics. “We will continue to help beneficiaries with their benefit, including filing enrollment forms,” said Mike Williams, Health Benefits Office manager.“We also have a ‘bat phone’ in the NMCP office for beneficiaries; they pick up the phone and it’s a direct connection to TRICARE.” The Health Benefits Office at NMCP is located on the Third floor of building 3 at the medical center. Health benefits advisors are also located at all of NMCP’s branch clinics and TRICARE Prime clinics. Health Benefits advisors may be contacted at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, 953-2610; Naval Station Norfolk Branch Clinic (Sewells Point), 953-8708; JEB Little Creek Branch Health Clinic (Boone Clinic), 953-8183; Naval Air Station Oceana Branch Health Clinic, 953-3933 (option 7); Naval Weapons Station Branch Health Clinic, 953-8441; Northwest Annex (Chesapeake) Branch Health Clinic, 953-6246; Chesapeake TRICARE Prime Clinic, 953-6382; and Virginia Beach TRICARE Prime Clinic, 953-6710. For more information about the TRICARE Service Centers, visit www.TRICARE.mil/tsc.
Force protection exercise NAS Oceana Security will be conducting an annual force protection exercise on Saturday Jan. 25, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., where the roadway barrier plan will be executed. During this time, traffic patterns will be adjusted and certain roads will be blocked off on both NAS Oceana and Dam Neck Annex. This inconvenience is necessary to ensure security and fire/emergency services teams are properly trained and prepared for any force protection contingency.
Marriage enrichment weekend “From Warrior to Soul Mate,” a free marriage enrichment retreat weekend, provides active duty, veterans and spouses tools for healthy communication, emotional closeness and conflict resolution. The event is presented by Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and Hampton VA Medical Center. The retreat will be facilitated by experts known for their success in guiding couples and families to develop healthier relationships. The next seminar will be Feb. 7 - 9 at the Crown Plaza Hampton Marina. Check-in will begin at 4 p.m. with a meal at 6:30 p.m. and program ends late on Feb. 9. More details will be provided at time of registration. For more information, visit www.PAIRS.com.
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Admirals hosting military night The Norfolk Admirals hockey team will host military night, Feb. 7 at the Norfolk Scope for all area active duty, military families and retired military personnel to enjoy live hockey action. Commands may purchase discounted advance tickets for groups of 15 or more for $9 each.Single game tickets are $11. A valid military ID must be shown when picking up tickets. For more information on group tickets, call the Admirals’ office at 640-1212, extension 23.
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Memorial service honors fallen HM-14 Sailors Lt. Sean Snyder, Lt. J. Wesley Van Dorn, and Naval Aircrewman (Helicopter) 3rd Class Brian Collins, all assigned to HM-14, were honored by family, friends and shipmates during a memorial service, Jan. 17, on Naval Station Norfolk. Snyder, Van Dorn, and Collins were killed when their MH-53E Sea Dragon helicopter crashed off the coast of Virginia, Jan. 8, while conducting training operations.
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Religious program specialists celebrate 35 years of service BY CHRISTIANNE M. WITTEN Chief of Navy Chaplains Public Affairs WASHINGTON (NNS) — More than 100 religious program specialists (RPs), past and present, gathered with the chief of Navy chaplains and deputy chief of Navy chaplains/chaplain of the Marine Corps to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the RP rating Jan. 16 in Woodbridge,Va. “Whether providing security support for chaplains in combat and conflict environments, providing critical logistical support for services, or directly engaging in humanitarian relief operations, our RPs continue to serve with distinction and exceed the expected,” said Rear Adm. Mark L.Tidd, chief of Navy chaplains. “We could not do what we do in ministry were it not for their faithful and dedicated service,”Tidd added. Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Michael Stevens was the evening’s guest speaker. “The RP rating is one that embodies service.You are a humble force as you selflessly serve and provide for the needs of others. It’s a part of your DNA.You bring humility to us in a way no other rating does,” said Stevens. He went on to discuss the importance of his faith to keep him spiritually fit and equipped to carry out his duties as MCPON. He also shared the importance of his family, being physically fit, working hard and being humble as keys for success as a Sailor. Stevens also discussed the value of a professional reading program to keep fit. “For the MCPON to take the time to come out to our ball, as a second class, means a lot. When he was giving
his speech about humility and what it takes to be an RP, you could really see his appreciation for our rating. That especially meant a lot to me,” said RP2 Joseph M. Jedding. The ceremony included an anniversary video highlighting the legacy of the rating.“I applaud you for your vigilance and the faith you have provided to one another whether deployed or in garrison,and I thank you and your families for the personal sacrifices you make,” said RPCM Dino Medler, senior enlisted leader for the rating, in the video. “Together, as 987 RPs, both active and reserve, we are making significant contributions to our Navy and Marine Corps and building the legacy of our rating,” he added. In the video,Rear Adm.Margaret G.Kibben,deputy chief of Navy chaplains and chaplain of the Marine Corps, discussed the important role RPs play in helping the commandant of the Marine Corps deliver on his promise to keep faith with Marines, Sailors, and their families. “You deepen the understanding of the word faith. Faith not just in God, but also in the bond of trust that you have with your Marines, Sailors, and families,” said Kibben. “We, as chaplains, would be remiss if we did not acknowledge with a great deal of gratitude that when you say, ‘I’ve got your back, chaplain,’ you epitomize the essence of keeping faith,” she added. RPCS Scott Quinn, senior RP for the Marine Corps and one of the evening’s hosts, reflected on the anniversary theme:“Honoring your past while forging your future.” “Since 1979,religious program specialists have responded and fought alongside Marines in Beirut, Grenada, Pana-
ma, Somalia, Kuwait, Iraq and Afghanistan.As you contemplate the theme for this year’s anniversary, may the rich heritage of the rating embolden you to strengthen the future force,” he said. Many retired religious program specialists were present to mark the rating’s milestone. Retired Master Chief James H. Graham, was among them. Graham was instrumental in the establishment of the RP rating back in 1979. A POW/MIA table served as a solemn reminder of those service members unable to join in the festivities.“We join together to pay our humble tribute to them and bear witness to their continued absence and the purity of their intentions to respond to their country’s call to arms,” RPC Jennifer Kitson read from a script. The ceremonial cake-cutting followed. Master Chief Thomas McComas, the Senior Enlisted RP for the Bureau of Medicine and Surgery, was the longest serving RP present, and RPSA Jacqara Johnson, was the youngest RP present. Johnson is currently assigned to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. The evening closed with a benediction from Lt. Cmdr. Stephen Coates, a Navy chaplain, giving thanks for the RPs “who devote themselves to endeavors more enduring than even an historic naval institution, who answer callings more consequential than any one career could ever offer.” To find photo highlights and a recording of Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy Mike Steven’s remarks visit www.facebook.com/religiousprogramspecialist.
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CPPD shares best practices for Sailors seeking Tuition Assistance approval BY SUSAN D. HENSON Center for Personal and Professional Development Public Affairs Officer
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stressed the importance of Sailors submitting their WebTA application well in advance. “The VEC processes command-approved WebTA applications on a first come, first served basis.While we spend a great deal of time on TA, the VEC also handles Joint Services Transcript updates, provides academic and TA counseling, and completes other tasks,”she said. “We want to help all Sailors succeed, and just a little bit of advance planning on their part can make a big difference in whether their TA request is approved.” If Sailors experience any problems with WebTA processing, they should contact their servicing Navy College Office or the VEC as soon as possible, said D’Antonio. “Sailors who start a class without an approvedTA voucher are at risk of footing the entire bill for that class. By being proactive, they set themselves up for success to finish their degree while minimizing their out-of-pocket expenses.” According to CPPD Commanding Officer Capt. John Newcomer, Navy leaders recognize the popularity of the TA program, as well as the importance of voluntary education opportunities. “We are committed to finding ways to ensure as many Sailors as possible have the opportunity to earn their degree while on active duty,” he said. “I’ve seen first-hand how much of a positive impact voluntary education can have on Sailors and their ability to perform with sharpened analytical skills and the ability to make informed decisions.An educated Sailor is a win-win for everyone.”
Best practices for Tuition Assistance (TA) request approval were posted on the Navy College Program website Jan. 16 to help Sailors maximize their use of the program, said the director of Navy Voluntary Education (VOLED). Ernest D’Antonio, the Center for Personal and Professional Development’s Navy VOLED program director, said one big reason for TA disapproval is lack of timeliness.The Navy follows Department of Defense (DoD) Instruction 1322.25, which states service members must obtain approval forTA funding before the official start of a course. Photo by Tammy Van Dame “Commands should ensure Sailors are aware of this LEFT-RIGHT: NAS Oceana Command Master Chief (AW/SW/EXW) Eric policy and ensure TA applications are command apClark, Oceana Commanding Officer Capt. Kit Chope, JEB Little Creekproved and forwarded to the Virtual Education CenFort Story Commanding Officer Capt. Frank Hughlett, CDSA Dam Neck ter in a timely manner,” he said.“We tell Sailors that Commanding Officer Capt. Eric Tapp and Oceana Executive Officer 30 days prior to the course start date is not too soon Capt. Louis Shager display the plaque to cover the City of Virginia to submit their TA request.That gives us the time we Beach’s time capsule, which was dedicated in a ceremony at city hall need to process and approve the application.” Jan.14. Each of the Navy commands represented placed items, inAccording to D’Antonio, certain requirements cluding a copy of the Aug. 8, 2013 Jet Observer that features Oceana’s must be met before TA requests can be approved. 70th anniversary celebration, digital media with the 50-year history These requirements include Sailors being counseled of the Naval Surface Warfare Development Center, base historical by the Navy College Office or the Virtual Education background and a listing of commanding officers. The time capsule Center (VEC), completing their WebTA training, and will be opened during the city’s 100th anniversary celebration 2063. having an education/degree plan on file with the requested courses on the plan. Sailors also must have no missing grades,an end of obligated service date after the course ends, and completed at least 12 months at their first permanent duty station. “Sailors must submit their TA requests early enough to allow for processing time,” D’Antonio said. “Otherwise, when the VEC receives a TA request and one of the requirements isn’t met, we have no time to contact STORY/PHOTO BY ROBIN HOLLAND the Sailor to resolve the issue.The result is that Training Support Center Hampton Roads Public Affairs Officer the TA request is denied.” He advised Sailors to check their “My EduTraining Support Center Hampton Roads cation” account to ensure all grades are post(TSCHR) Commanding Officer Capt. Brent Kyler ed and their degree plan is current. A Sailor recognized 13 staff members during an awards may submit the TA request and it’s command ceremony Jan. 9. approved prior to the course start date, but The ceremony was held at the Taylor Hall Auif the account doesn’t reflect all the requireditorium on Dam Neck Annex. This was the first ments being met,theTA application cannot be awards ceremony Kyler held since taking comTSCHR Commanding Officer Capt. Brent Kyler (far l) poses with his staff members funded. mand in late November and it was standing room and the awards each received: OS1 Antoinette Grady, 2013 Sailor of the Quarter; “We want Sailors to work closely with a only. IT1 Natalee Bryce, Letter of Appreciation (LOA); NC1 Roynika Lovesmith, LOA; Navy College or VEC counselor to ensure “The TSC team members we honored today are Carla Keipe, Letter of Commendation (LOC); LS2 Douglas Shell, 2013 Junior Sailor their accounts are accurate and that their edurepresentatives of the highly trained professionals of the Year; LS1 Brian Donahue, Outstanding Physical Readiness Test (PRT); IT1 cation/degree plans meet TA eligibility. Our we have throughout Hampton Roads,” said Kyler. Kevin Cardenas, Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal; ABHC John Mirance, counselors are here to help Sailors navigate LOC; AZ1 James Wivell, 2013 Sailor of the Year; ET2 Lamonte Miller, Outstanding “The exemplary work carried out by these indithrough the process and attain their educaviduals every day is key to the success of TSC.” PRT; Tammy Miller, LOC and ABFC Lino Aguilarbarron, Outstanding PRT. tion goals,” he said. VEC acting supervisor Susan Sutter also
TSCHR rewards Sailors’ excellence
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Adm. Gortney unveils new optimized Fleet Response Plan From Defense Media Activity CRYSTAL CITY,Va. (NNS) — The Navy’s new Optimized Fleet Response Plan (O-FRP) was unveiled in a keynote address delivered at the 26th Annual Surface Navy Association National Symposium in Crystal City,Va. Jan. 15. Commander, U.S. Fleet Forces Adm. Bill Gortney explained the changes to the new O-FRP, addressing Quality of Service and blending both Quality of Work and Quality of Life efforts by providing stability and predictability to deployment schedules over a 36-month O-FRP cycle. One of the highlights from his address was the Navy’s efforts to lock in eight-month deployment schedules for Sailors. These changes are intended to return a sense of normalcy to a Sailor’s schedule by evening out the Sailor’s family life and increasing retention rates and Quality of Work for their command. “What’s happened here is that over time ... we lost predictability in the way we generate readiness,”said Gortney. His address began by naming the problems with the current Fleet Response Plan, placing an emphasis on readiness through training. “It doesn’t matter how good the stuff is if people aren’t there and they aren’t properly trained,” said Gortney.“Not only do they need to be on the ship ... they have to be
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Adm. Bill Gortney, commander U.S. Fleet Forces, leads a discussion about the Optimized Fleet Response Plan (O-FRP) at the annual Surface Navy Association Symposium in Washington D.C. Jan 15. O-FRP will be integrated into the fleet beginning with the Truman Carrier Strike Group in November 2014. there at the right time. If they show up after the training occurs just before deployment, it’s not going to work.” The plan aims to streamline pre-deployment inspection
requirements and increase readiness by putting all the members of a strike group on the same maintenance and deployment schedule. Starting in fiscal year 2015, all required maintenance, training, evaluations and single eightmonth deployment will be efficiently scheduled throughout the cycle in such a manner to drive down costs and increase overall fleet readiness. “The band is put together at the beginning of the maintenance period,” said Gortney. “It’s underneath a single chain of command for that entire three-year period. It’s got a stable maintenance plan.” The plan puts a strong emphasis on training crews correctly. “We’re going to be training a lot of ships at the same time through that cycle,” said Gortney. “A resource they need is trainers.We have to synchronize it so the trainers are there and everyone gets their reps and sets with the proper oversight that happens to be there and they’re assessed at the right time.” The O-FRP is set to roll out implementation in 2014 with the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group after its current deployment. It will initially be focused on carrier strike groups and eventually will roll out to all U.S. Navy assets from the ARG/MEU to submarines and expeditionary forces.
Navy aircraft carrier moves underscore Pacific rebalance strategy From U.S. Pacific Fleet Public Affairs PEARL HARBOR (NNS) — The U.S. Navy announced on Jan. 14 that the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) will replace USS George Washington (CVN 73) in Japan and become part of the U.S. 7th Fleet forward-deployed naval forces (FDNF) in Yokosuka, Japan. As part of the rebalance strategy to increase the Navy’s presence in the Pacific Fleet, USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) will move from Norfolk to San Diego. Theodore Roosevelt will serve as a U.S. 3rd Fleet rotational carrier, allowing Ronald Reagan to depart her current homeport in San Diego and proceed to Yokosuka. George Washington will depart Japan and proceed to Virginia in preparation for its mid-life refueling complex overhaul at Newport News Shipbuilding, Huntington Ingalls Industries. Specific timelines will be announced separately, closer to the actual movement of the carriers. The United States values Japan’s contributions to the peace, security and stability of the Indo-Asia-Pacific and its long-term commitment and hospitality in hosting U.S.
forces forward deployed there.These forces, along with their counterparts in the Japan Self-Defense Forces, make up the core capabilities needed by the alliance to meet the common strategic objectives. The security environment in the IndoAsia-Pacific requires that the U.S. Navy station the most capable ships forward. This posture allows the most rapid response times possible for maritime and joint forces, and brings the most capable ships with the greatest amount of striking power and operational capability to bear in the timeliest manner. The ship rotation will not necessitate a change in the assigned air wing, nor in the composition of the air wing. Carrier Air Wing 5 will remain the forward-deployed air wing located at Naval Air Facility Atsugi. This ship rotation also does not necessitate any changes to base facilities in either San Diego or Yokosuka. In 2008, George Washington was the first nuclear-powered aircraft carrier sent to Japan as part of the FDNF. Maintaining an FDNF capability supports the United States’commitment to the defense of Japan and the security and stability of the vital Indo-Asia-Pacific.
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An F/A-18 Super Hornet, from the “Gladiators” of VFA-106, is directed onto the catapult on the flight deck of USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). Theodore Roosevelt is at sea conducting carrier qualifications. The Navy announced that as part of the rebalance strategy to increase the Navy’s presence in the Pacific Fleet, the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) will replace USS George Washington (CVN 73) in Japan and Theodore Roosevelt will move from Norfolk to San Diego.
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CVW-8 completes work-ups, ready for deployment STORY/PHOTO BY LT. KYLE COPELAND VFA-87 Public Affairs Officer Just before the holidays, the squadrons of Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 8, which include Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 87, VFA-15, VFA-31 and VFA-213, Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 134, Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 124, Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 9 and Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 70 returned from Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX), marking the completion of the intermediate phase of the Fleet Response Training Plan. CVW-8, tactical call sign “The Factory,” has been engaged in the work-up cycle since completing Air-to-Air Strike Fighter Advanced Readiness Program (SFARP) in Key West, Fla. in November 2012. Key West marked the beginning of work-ups and brought the air wing together as an organized team for the first time since return-
ing from deployment in December 2011. “Team Factory” then traveled to NAS Fallon, Nev. to take part in Air-to-Surface SFARP in February 2013, where it took a significant effort to drop 124,000 pounds of live and inert ordnance. In the work-up cycle, the air wing uses the “crawl, walk, run” model to groom aircraft and personnel for a return to combat, where supporting troops on the ground is the primary mission. SFARP began the crawl phase, focusing on the basics from individual aircraft tactics up to and including division employment. Team Factory then embarked for Tailored Ships Training Availability (TSTA) on USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) in August 2013. While underway, CVW-8 dropped a multitude of live and inert weapons, while executing a myriad of air-to-air and air-tosurface training missions. The GHWB and An F/A-18C Hornet from VFA-15 and an F/A-18F Super Hornet from VFA-213 refuel airborne from a Boeing KC-707 operated by Omega Aerial Refueling Services over the Atlantic Ocean — See CVW-8, Page 10 during CSG-2 COMPTUEX in December 2013.
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Dunes preservation: Sailor uses knowledge to help Va. Beach students — Continued from Page 1 McDowell, the girls’ Earth Science teacher. “The capstone project has to be a community action project that they go out and perform and they use a scientific method to measure the impact of their action, McDowell added. “We had to involve civics, which is like government officials,science which is the Christmas trees and the sand dunes, and the community which is why we got donations,” said Varanika. The girls reached out to local businesses to post flyers asking for the Christmas tree donations and for food and drink donations for the volunteers that participated the day of the project. “We got a lot of people to donate; we got about 30 trees,” said Loranika. Other than local businesses, the girls also connected with city officials. They expressed gratitude for all the help they received from people, including the city manager, the director of parks and recreation and the manager for open spaces “who also gave us this area to arrange our Christmas trees and gave us the bobcat and his truck,” said Loranika.They also wanted to thank the Little Island Park staff and McHugh,or "Mr.Noah" as they called him. “I’ve been really impressed with the way the
girls went out and connected with so many different community members,”McDowell said.“To have the Navy involved, to have the city manager, open space, parks and recreation.You know, I didn’t do anything like that when I was 13. I thought they did a really nice job.” As far as the project at Dam Neck goes, McHugh says “at this point the dunes are a good layer of defense against flooding, so we’re just continuing to build that up.” “So far we have about 200 trees placed on our dunes and we’ve just been collecting them from people who drop them off,”McHugh said.“We have signs starting from the front gate [of Dam Neck] all the way to the drop off point.We also have a drop of point at the Natural Resources Center.” “We have a pretty good flow of trees,” McHugh said. Military members and civilians are encouraged to bring their natural Christmas trees to the Natural Resources Center (across from the stables on Oceana Boulevard), or to Building 127 at Dam Neck.Trees will be collected through Jan. 31. Contributors are asked to remove all ornaments and as much tinsel as possible before donating the trees. Call the Natural Resources Center for more information at 433-2151.
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CTT2 (SW/AW) Noah Mchugh, attached to 1st Lieutenant Department at Dam Neck Annex, positions the evergreens behind the dune fencing at Dam Neck Annex Jan. 13. As part of the annual dune restoration project, donated Christmas trees have been placed behind the dune fencing along the beach at Dam Neck. The trees help build up the dunes by collecting the blowing sand and once covered the sand begins to harden. The trees decompose underneath. Mchugh also assisted local students with a similar project at Little Island Park in Virginia Beach on Jan. 11.
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BU1 (EXW/SCW) Andrew Keilholtz, temporarily assigned to 1st Photo by MC2 (SW) Alysia R. Hernandez Lieutenant Department at Dam Neck Annex, loads donated Volunteers, including CTT2 (SW/AW) Noah McHugh (in uniform) from Dam Neck Annex 1st Lieutenant, stand by to shovel sand Christmas trees into the back of a vehicle Jan. 13 to help build onto recycled Christmas trees as part of a dune restoration project at Little Island Park, organized by three students from up the dunes along Dam Neck’s beaches. Kemps Landing Magnet School Jan. 11.
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U.S., FRENCH NAVIES WORK TOGETHER TO ENSURE SECURITY, STABILITY RIGHT: A U.S. Navy F/A-18E Super Hornet aircraft from the “Ragin Bulls” of VFA-37 lands aboard the French Navy aircraft carrier FS Charles de Gaulle (R 91) in the Persian Gulf Jan. 13. The Charles de Gaulle, the flagship for Task Force 473, conducted operations with the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. DoD photo by Chief Petty Officer Bruno Gaudry, French Navy
From USS Harry S.Truman Public Affairs GULF OF OMAN (NNS) — The Harry S.Truman Carrier Strike Group (HST CSG) began combined operations with the French navy’s Task Force 473 in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility (AOR) Dec. 29. HST CSG, comprised of the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), guided-missile cruisers USS Gettysburg (CG 64) and USS San Jacinto (CG 56) and guided-missile destroyers USS Bulkeley (DDG 84), USS Carney (DDG 64), USS Hopper (DDG 70) and USS Mason (DDG 87) is operating with the French navy’s Task Force 473 to enhance cooperation and interoperability in the region. “This is a wonderful opportunity for our ships, Sailors and Marines to work together and gain a better understanding of each other,” said Rear Adm. Kevin Sweeney, commander, HST CSG. “Our operations with Task Force 473 will increase both of our maritime capabilities while helping promote long-term stability in the region.” U.S. Navy photo by MCSN Emily M. Blair U.S. Navy photo by MC3 Karl Anderson The French ships include aircraft carrier FS Charles de Commander, CVW-3 Capt. George Wikoff speaks to French sail- An E2-C Hawkeye from Charles de Gaulle lands aboard the Gaulle (R 91), destroyers FS Forbin (D 620) and FS Jean de ors from the aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle (R 91), aboard aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) during carrier qualification integration Jan. 14. Vienne (D 643) and replenishment oiler FS Meuse (A 607). the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) Jan. 12. “This mission is a big challenge,” said Rear Adm. Eric Chaperon, commander, Task Force 473. “France and the USA have been partners for a longtime, but with this new “Not only is this a great opportunity to conduct opera- to successfully handle future contingencies together,” said and rare opportunity to integrate two CSGs, our coopera- tions with a close and trusted ally, this is a great time to Capt. Pierre Vandier, commanding officer, FS Charles de tion is becoming ever closer. All of our sailors are really learn from each other,” said Sweeney.“There are a lot of Gaulle. It is also an opportunity to check our interoperproud to have a role to play in building the operational similarities in the way we operate across the different plat- ability that allows a lot of common procedures and airinteroperability of our two nations.” forms, but there are also some differences. Understanding craft exchanges.” In addition to conducting combined maritime security those differences will make both of us better,stronger,and Capt. Bob Roth, commanding officer, Harry S. Truman, operations, ships from the two navies have participated enable us to operate with each other, and with other na- fully appreciates the opportunity to work closely with a in a variety of training and operations together including vies, more effectively. Our presence goes a long way in longtime partner. visit, board, search and seizure training, live-fire gunnery reassuring our regional partners and allies.” “It’s a rare and very fulfilling experience to sail alongexercises, small boat operations, deck-landing qualificaThe commanding officers of both aircraft carriers also side and operate closely with another aircraft carrier, estions, underway replenishments, combat search and res- recognize the opportunity the two navies have to learn pecially a CVN from a navy with whom we have so many cue training and air defense exercises. U.S. and French from each other. lasting personnel exchange programs,” he said. “I think personnel have also traveled to visit counterparts on the “This mission is a decisive opportunity to share knowl- we’re going to further develop our already deep trust and other ships, sharing techniques and experiences. edge and build upon our friendship in order to be able mutual operational understanding.”
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— Continued from page 7 The Factory teams exemplified professionalism in making the first underway period of the FRTP a resounding success. In September, Team Factory returned to Fallon to participate in “Air Wing Fallon,” hosted by the Naval Strike and Air Warfare Center (NSAWC). During a month of autumn weather in the desert, CVW-8 participated in an array of large force exercises, bringing the team together to meet the demanding scenarios provided by the NSAWC staff. Air Wing Fallon further oiledThe Factory machine and pushed it into the “run” phase of the FRTP, bringing the team up to date with the latest technology and tactical recommendations in preparation for deployment. Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 2, CVW-8’s parent command, championed a successful month of assessment-based training during COMPTUEX.With Team Factory firing on all cylinders after returning from Air Wing Fallon, the air wing had to learn to re-integrate with the strike group. Team Factory performed exceptionally well gaining “blue water certification,” while the CSG-2 team made its final preparations for the upcoming combat deployment. During COMPTUEX, Commander, CVW-8 Capt. Dan Cheever, recorded his 1,000 trap, a remarkable milestone From Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs that few naval aviators have achieved. MILLINGTON, Tenn. (NNS) — With more than 6,150 Professional Apprentice Career Track (PACT) Sailors currently serving, commands are reminded to follow the Career Waypoint (C-Way) PACT model to help non-designated Sailors strike into a rating, officials said Jan. 21. The PACT program consists of three apprentice tracks; aviation, engineering and surface. PACT Sailors enlist for an initial four-year active service obligation and receive initial apprenticeship training for their track to fill apprentice-level billets in the fleet. Upon arrival at their first permanent duty station, commands conduct rating eligibility screening and develop a career progression plan during the PACT Sailor’s career development board to identify onthe-job training that leads to a viable career. Command cCareer counselors use the C-Way designation model to determine PACT Sailor eligibility and available quotas for their desired rating prior to submitting applications. “The career counselor works with Sailors to ensure they meet the minimum requirements for the job they want,” said Earl Salter,C-Way deputy director,Bureau of Naval Personnel.“If they don’t meet those minimum requirements, the counselor will use C-Way to help discover what options they have, such as retaking the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) to improve their score or finding an alternative rating where they are qualified.” To remain eligible for benefits provided by the PACT program, Sailors must: • Maintain job eligibility; • Have no non-judicial punishments within 12 months of attending “A” school; • Have passed the most recent physical readiness test
First class petty officers take the Navywide chief petty officer advancement exam at Naval Air Station Oceana’s Hornet’s Nest Galley Jan. 14. The exam, taken by 346 first class petty officers at Oceana and Dam Neck, assesses the Sailors in-rate training and professional military knowledge. Photo by MC2 (SW) Alysia R. Hernandez
Apprentice Sailors reminded to seek ratings and be within body composition standards; • Have no marks on performance evaluations below 3.0; • Maintain world-wide assignment eligibility; • Meet service time obligation after “A” school for a follow-on job assignment. Commands may submit up to three choices per applicant from one of the following: Navywide Advancement Exam (NWAE), Fleet“A”School, or Direct Rating Entry Designation (RED). For Fleet “A” School, Sailors must have a minimum of 12 months aboard.Direct Rating Entry Sailors must meet time in rate (TIR) requirements for the NWAE or have 12 months aboard, whichever comes first.Approvals for RED will be determined by unit billet base, onboard manning status and Sailor eligibility.An additional requirement for the RED is that commands must have a vacant valid billet onboard to apply. Sailors will not have the option to request RED for those ratings which are “A” School required. For the Navywide advancement exam, Sailors must meet TIR requirements. PACT Sailors wanting to change apprenticeship tracks may submit applications through Fleet RIDE requesting apprenticeship change. Once approved, the PACT Sailors can then apply for ratings that they qualify for in the new career track. “PACT Sailors can apply to any community as long as there is an available quota and the Sailor meets the minimum qualifications,” Salter said.“Applying for ratings that have more quotas will greatly increase a Sailor’s opportunity for approval sooner.This will allow the Sailor additional time to prepare for the NWAE and possibly increased advancement opportunity.” For more detailed information, visit the C-WAY Web Page on the Navy Personnel Command website at www. npc.navy.mil/career/careercounseling/Pages/C-WAY.aspx.
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» » »» » »»» FOREIGN-BORN SPOUSES SUPPORT GROUP Jan. 24, 10 a.m. to noon Join other foreign-born military spouses, network, discuss the American way of life, develop friendships, receive newsletters and learn more about the resources to make your new life experience positive.
TAX TIPS Jan. 24, 10 - 11 a.m. Tax Tips will be offered monthly at Oceana through tax season and offers information about deductions, refunds and planning ahead. The workshop is available for presentation at individual commands. The class, however is not intended to be, and is not tax or legal advice.
SAPR ADVOCATE/POC BASIC TRAINING Jan. 27 - 31, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. This basic training prepares command SAPR personnel to coordinate training for the crew, fulfill reporting requirements, assist victims and manage the advocate program. Command-appointed SAPR points of contact and SAPR advocates, approved by the command who want to assist victims of sexual assault should plan to attend the workshop.
STEP: SCHOOLAGE Jan. 28 & 30, 12:30 - 4:30 p.m. Systemic Training for Effective Parenting (STEP): Schoolage is a seven-session program that offers participants a wealth of information and skills for parenting 5 to 12-year-olds. Learn ways to help your children become more responsible, respectful and cooperative.Topics include communi-
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BY TERRI MOON CRONK American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON — The Defense Department and Sesame Street have unveiled a book and DVD to develop resilience in young children. Barbara Thompson, the director of the office of family policy/children and youth said “Little Children, BIG Challenges” lets military children know that challenges are a part of life. Whether a child struggles with sitting quietly at the dinner table, or faces a bully at school, the beloved Sesame Street characters can help. After several collaborations initiated by Sesame Street on topics such as grief, DOD wanted to “get ahead of the game,” Thompson said, and produce something that was preventive in nature. So “Little Children, BIG Challenges” was born. “We wanted to build resilience and coping skills in young children [for] some of the everyday challenges young children face,” she said. Whether a child’s challenge is large or small, the goal was to teach them to cope with and manage their emotions, stay positive and give them tools to overcome adversities in life,Thompson said. A chapter on bullying, for example, teaches preschool children skills that they can use later in school,Thompson noted. “We want to make sure they know how to diffuse [a situation], how to respond to it and know they can seek help,”she added. “If we start ingraining those habits into children — that it’s not OK for somebody to be disrespectful to them or hurt their feelings, and they have the skills and the
coping mechanisms to react to it, they will know what to do,”Thompson said. The DVD isn’t something children can watch alone for entertainment, she said, calling it a “learning experience” that requires an adult to watch and discuss it with them. While most Sesame Street shows, books and DVDs are geared toward young children, the coping mechanisms taught in “Little Children, BIG Challenges” will show parents how to pass those skill sets along to their older children in middle and high school,Thompson added. “Parents can translate it to an older child at his or her developmental level,” she said. Sesame Street’s follow-up research and evaluation on its first military child product showed“very positive feedback”from parents who said it helped them help their children understand the issue. All materials are in English and Spanish and are downloadable at Military OneSource. Additionally, a free Sesame Street phone app was recently launched on relocating. “The Big Moving Adventure,” Thompson said, is in the top five of apps for children younger than 5 years old. Even though the Iraq war has ended and Afghanistan’s war is drawing to a close, The Sesame Street series for military children still will be available in peace time, Thompson said, because other missions will evolve and similar circumstances will arise, such as frequent military moves, sibling rivalries and divorce. “When they have the skills to label their feelings and to validate it’s OK to feel happy or sad ... and when we give kids the skills to verbalize and understand themselves, that self-regulation is probably the greatest gift we can give a child,” Thompson said.
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LEFT: Zack Young (r) an NEX employee, shoots a basketball as SN Terrance Ellerbe, a student at NMITC, tries to block the shot during the final game of basketball in a sports tournament organized by CSADD at Dam Neck Annex’s Fitness and Sports Center Jan. 17. The sports tournament was held to spread the word about CSADD and encourage Sailors to stay active and physically fit. Eighty Sailors and several civilians participated in both the dodgeball and basketball tournaments. The winning team for the 3 on 3 basketball tournament was “Pass the Ball to Ellerbe” which consisted of SN Terrance Ellerbe, SN Kamerin Alspaugh and SN Matthew Dwyer. The winning team for the dodgeball tournament was “P-Days” which consisted of SA Gregory Parker, SA Kenneth Walton, SN David Christiansen, SN Nick Ricchio, SA Zachary Walker, SA James Jopp and SA Jesus Buenrostro.
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Teams of Sailors from the Navy and Marine Corps Intelligence Training Center (NMITC) face off during a game of dodgeball at a sports tournament organized by Dam Neck Annex’s Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions (CSADD) at Dam Neck’s Fitness Center Jan. 17.
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SQUARE DANCE OPEN HOUSE Jan. 25, 7:30 p.m. The Thalia Thumpers Square Dance Club has been having fun dancing in Virginia Beach for over 30 years and would like to share that fun with during an Open House Dance. The dance will be held at Foundry United Methodist Church, 2801 Virginia Beach Blvd., Va. Beach. No experience is necessary. Square dance caller, Bob Worley will instruct everyone on the steps and more experienced dancers will be on hand to help guide the way. The evening will also feature demos by the Thalia Thumpers and members of other local clubs. Open to everyone from ages 10 to 100. Single dancers are also welcome. For more information on the open house, or about the Thalia Thumpers, contact Bob Worley at 467-2557 or bobw12@cox.net.
E-CYCLING/HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTING Jan. 25, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Recycle your unwanted personal electronic equipment, household hazardous waste, and keep recyclable materials out of landfills. Learn more about “going green” at the event. The electronics to be recycled include computers and laptops, printers, monitors, telephones, cell phones, PDAs, fax machines, televisions smaller than 32 inches, circuit boards and components, stereo equipment and game systems. For the first time, household hazardous waste,including aerosol spray cans, automotive fluids, bat-
teries, herbicides, household cleaners, gasoline and more, will be accepted. The event will be held at the Virginia Aquarium, 717 General Booth Blvd., Virginia Beach. For more information, call 385-0262. A complete list of items that can be recycled is available at http://askhrgreen.org/events/922/ va-aquarium-e-cycling-hhw-collection.
HOMESCHOOL DAY Jan. 29, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Virginia Sports Hall of Fame & Museum and the Children’s Museum of Virginia have teamed up to host Homeschool Day. Guests will receive admission to both museums for only $9 per person. The purpose of this event is to open the doors to homeschooled families for a day of amusement, learning and fun. The museums are located directly across from each other on High Street in Portsmouth, giving homeschooled children flexibility to either spend the day with their family exploring both places or to divide and conquer. Both locations will have grade-specific educational programs throughout the event. Call 393-8031 or visit www.vshfm.com for information about the sports museum;call 393-5258 or visit www.childrensmuseumva.com for information regarding the children’s museum..
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TICKETS FOR ST. JUDE HOME GIVEAWAY Tickets for the St. Jude Dream Home giveaway are now on sale at Hampton Roads areaTowneBank locations or by calling 1-800-851-5323. The St. Jude Dream Home house will be located in the Summer Park neighborhood of Chesapeake and is estimated to value $450,000.The 2,700 square foot house features five bedrooms and three baths, screened porch and hardwood floors. One in 500 ticket purchasers will win a prize valued at $1,000 or more. Other prizes include a 14K white gold diamond and sapphire pendant, a Bally’s Atlantic City Weekend Getaway for two, a 52” flat screen TV and many more prizes. Only a limited number of $100 tickets will be available for the home. Reserve tickets by March 7, to be eligible to win a 2013 Dodge Dart SXT. Money raised benefits St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, internationally recognized for its pioneering work in finding cures and saving children with cancer and other catastrophic diseases. For more information about the dream home, visit www.dreamhome.org; visit www. stjude.org for more information about the hospital.
MAKER MONDAY Feb. 3, 10, 17 & 24; 2 - 5 p.m. Bring your craft supplies and meet with other creators and makers at the Bayside Area & Special Services Library, 936 Independence Blvd.,Virginia Beach, to share some of your projects and get ideas for your next one.Write, draw, cut, knit, sew, think and play — the choice is yours.Adults only. Drop-in crafting is encouraged, bring your craft, your passion and share space. Call 385-2680 for more information.
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Smartphone users scan here for more incentive information. Go to gettag.mobi to download the free application. *HOW TO QUALIFY: 1.BE IN CURRENT ACTIVE DUTY STATUS IN THE U.S. MILITARY (NAVY, ARMY, AIR FORCE, MARINES, NATIONAL GUARD, COAST GUARD AND ACTIVE RESERVE) OR A U.S. MILITARY INACTIVE RESERVE (I.E., READY RESERVE) THAT IS PART OF THE INDIVIDUAL READY RESERVE, SELECTED RESERVE AND INACTIVE NATIONAL GUARD. RETIRED MILITARY PERSONNEL ARE NOT ELIGIBLE EXCEPT FOR RETIREES OR VETERANS HONORABLY DISCHARGED WITHIN ONE YEAR OF SERVICE AND HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS OF ELIGIBLE QUALIFYING MILITARY PERSONNEL. 2.PROVIDE VERIFIABLE PROOF OF MILITARY STATUS OR ACTIVE SERVICE AT THE TIME OF PURCHASE: LEAVE AND EARNING STATEMENT OR MILITARY IDENTIFICATION CARD. 3.RECEIVE A SALARY SUFFICIENT TO COVER ORDINARY LIVING EXPENSES AND PAYMENTS FOR YOUR TOYOTA. 4.RECEIVE CREDIT APPROVAL THROUGH A TOYOTA DEALER AND TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. INCENTIVE OFFERED BY TOYOTA MOTOR SALES, U.S.A., INC. ON LEASE CONTRACTS INCENTIVE MUST BE APPLIED TOWARD THE AMOUNT DUE AT LEASE SIGNING OR TOWARD THE CAPITALIZED COST REDUCTION. ON FINANCE CONTRACTS, INCENTIVE MUST BE APPLIED TOWARD THE DOWN PAYMENT. ONE INCENTIVE PER FINANCE OR LEASE TRANSACTION. NOT COMPATIBLE WITH THE TOYOTA COLLEGE GRADUATE INCENTIVE PROGRAM. FINANCE OR LEASE CONTRACT MUST BE DATED BY FEBRUARY 3, 2013 FOR INCENTIVE OFFER. THE MILITARY INCENTIVE PROGRAM IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE OR TERMINATION AT ANY TIME. OFFERS ON APPROVED CREDIT TO QUALIFIED CUSTOMERS THROUGH A PARTICIPATING TOYOTA DEALERSHIP AND TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. TERMS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS APPLY, INCLUDING A MAXIMUM TERM OF 60 MONTHS ON FINANCE CONTRACTS. PROGRAM IS AVAILABLE AT PARTICIPATING DEALERS IN MARYLAND, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA, PENNSYLVANIA, AND DELAWARE; AND MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE IN ALL STATES. NOT ALL APPLICANTS WILL QUALIFY. SEE PARTICIPATING DEALER FOR DETAILS. **ALL LEASE OFFERS CUSTOMER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR EXCESSIVE WEAR AND EXCESS MILEAGE CHARGES OF $.15 PER MILE IN EXCESS OF 24,000 MILES. YOUR PAYMENT MAY VARY BASED ON DEALER PARTICIPATION AND FINAL NEGOTIATED PRICE. NOT ALL CUSTOMERS WILL QUALIFY. TAX, REGISTRATION, INSURANCE, AND DEALER FEES ARE EXTRA. CAMRY DUE AT SIGNING INCLUDES $1900 DOWN (AFTER APPLICATION OF $950 TOYOTA LEASE CASH INCENTIVE FROM TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES), FIRST $199 PAYMENT, AND NO SECURITY DEPOSIT. 2014 CAMRY LE 4 CYLINDER AUTOMATIC MODEL 2532, MSRP $23,930. EXCLUDES 2014.5 MODELS. COROLLA DUE AT SIGNING INCLUDES $1940 DOWN FIRST $159 PAYMENT, AND NO SECURITY DEPOSIT. 2014 COROLLA LE 4 CYLINDER AUTOMATIC MODEL 1852, MSRP $19,110. RAV4 DUE AT SIGNING INCLUDES $2,810 DOWN, (AFTER APPLICATION OF $250 TOYOTA LEASE CASH INCENTIVE FROM TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES), FIRST $189 PAYMENT, AND NO SECURITY DEPOSIT. 2013 RAV4 2WD 4 CYLINDER AUTOMATIC MODEL 4430, MSRP $24,295. PRIUS LIFTBACK DUE AT SIGNING INCLUDES $2,600 DOWN, (AFTER APPLICATION OF $550 TOYOTA LEASE CASH INCENTIVE FROM TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES), FIRST $199 PAYMENT, AND NO SECURITY DEPOSIT. 2013 PRIUS LIFTBACK MODEL #1223, MSRP $24,995. ***TOYOTACARE COVERS NORMAL FACTORY SCHEDULED SERVICE. PLAN IS 2 YEARS OR 25K MILES, WHICHEVER COMES FIRST. THE NEW VEHICLE CANNOT BE PART OF A RENTAL OR COMMERCIAL FLEET, OR A LIVERY/TAXI VEHICLE. SEE PARTICIPATING TOYOTA DEALER FOR PLAN DETAILS. VALID ONLY IN THE CONTINENTAL U.S. AND ALASKA. ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE DOES NOT INCLUDE PARTS AND FLUIDS. †ALL APR OFFERS: 0% APR FINANCING TERMS VARY BY MODEL. NOT ALL BUYERS WILL QUALIFY. SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS.OFFERS DO NOT INCLUDE DEALER FEES. OFFERS END 02/03/14.
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