VOL.54 NO. 27 OCTOBER 15, 2015
SERVING NAVAL AIR STATION OCEANA, DAM NECK ANNEX, AND NALF FENTRESS
Energy Action Month 2015: Delivering power, presence
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BY CARRIE ANDERSON Jet Observer When leaving the house in the morning, you make sure all the lights are off, computers are off or asleep, and no water is running. What about when you leave work at Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana? The benefits are the same both places, but it’s easier to forget about the savings from energy conservation when you’re at work. “One-third of our sustainment funding goes to paying utilities,” said Capt. Louis Schager, Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana commanding officer.“If we can reduce that by even a fraction, thousands of dollars can go back in to our facilities’ budget, whether that’s a new roof, a new HVAC system, or repairing all of the things that you would like fixed.” Throughout the month of October, naval commands worldwide are using Energy Action Month 2015 as an opportunity to strengthen their workforce’s commitment to responsible energy use as an enabler of the mission. The theme for this year is “Power. Presence.,” making clear the connection between the energy our operating forces depend on and the Navy’s commitment to be on station when and where our nation requires, 24 hours a day, seven days per week. Schager and Executive Officer Capt. Richard Meadows are already demonstrating their commitment to promoting energy awareness among
— See Energy, page 3
MCPON SENDS NAVY BIRTHDAY MESSAGE —Page 3
Photo by MC2 (SW) Alysia Hernandez Mildred Muhammad, former wife of the DC sniper, shares her story of survival with NAS Oceana personnel during a Domestic Violence Awareness Month presentation Oct. 7 at the Oceana Aerotheater.
Oceana hosts survivor to increase domestic violence awareness BY MC2 TONY ROSA NAS Oceana Public Affairs Guest speaker Mildred Muhammad spoke of surviving and overcoming domestic abuse during a presentation at Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana’s Aerotheater Oct. 7. The speech helped Oceana kick-off Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Muhammad is the ex-wife of John Allen Muhammad, the convicted and executed DC sniper who terrorized the Washington, DC metro area in 2002. She is also a domestic violence survivor who shared her experiences with domestic violence and abuse. Following the kidnapping of her children by
her husband, Muhammad had been running for her life for three years and was hiding by changing her clothes, locations and even her name to avoid being killed by her husband. She later fled to Maryland with the children and tried to begin a new life away from her estranged husband. Before the presentation by Muhammad, several audience members were asked to read purple pieces of paper that were handed to them. Each paper had an incident of abuse on it that were reported at Oceana in the past year. During the presentation Muhammad expressed her belief that reaching out is a vital step to finding help in times of domestic abuse.
— See Survivor, page 6
NAS OCEANA HOSTS JOB FAIR —Page 8
MWR CAR WASH Come out and support your NAS Oceana Morale, Welfare and Recreation Committee and get your car washed on Oct. 17 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. and on Oct. 24 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the main NEX parking lot.
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BASE BRIEFS DRUG EDUCATION FOR YOUTH (DEFY) The Oceana Youth Program and the Midway Manor Youth Program will be sponsoring the Drug Education for Youth (DEFY) program for children ages nine to 12. The program, sponsored by the Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) is a free, two-phased prevention program for military youth designed to give them the tools to resist drugs, alcohol and gangs. Phase I of the program happens monthly during the school year and involves regularly scheduled activities, group mentoring sessions and interactive workshops. Phase II is a structured eight-day leadership camp that occurs during the summer.
Registration for the program is open from Aug. 17 - Oct. 30. Interested parties can register in person from 7:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. at building 526 on NAS Oceana. Any Sailors interested in volunteering for the program can ďŹ nd more details in “Volunteer Opportunitiesâ€? on page 11.
TRUNK OR TREAT Join the NAS Oceana community on Oct. 30 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. and enjoy Trunk or Treat at the Youth Center and the Aerotheater. Starting at 7:30 p.m. there will be a $1 admission special Halloween movie showing for all ages.
COMBINED FEDERAL CAMPAIGN The season for giving is here and, ďŹ nancially, the military gives back to the community through the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC). Pledges made by federal, civilian, postal and military donors during the campaign season, Sept. 1 to Dec. 15, support eligible non-proďŹ t organizations that provide health and human service beneďŹ ts throughout the world. The mission of the CFC is to promote and support philanthropy through a program that is employee focused, cost-efďŹ cient and effective in providing opportunity to improve the quality of life for all.
Navy announces dates for uniform changes From Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs OfďŹ ce Washington (NNS) — The Chief of Naval Personnel released NAVADMIN 236/15 Oct. 9, announcing several key uniform changes. The Navy has been working to meet Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus’ plans to redesign several uniform elements for Sailors that improve uniformity across the force, as well as improve the function and ďŹ t of their uniforms. NAVADMIN 236/15 provides detailed information on the upcoming uniform changes and rollout plans, including: Unisex covers
s %FFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY THE ALternative combination cover (ACC) and current male combination cover for ofďŹ cers and chiefs can now be worn by both men and women in service dress uniforms. s !LL OFlCERS AND CHIEFS WILL BE required to wear either the ACC or current male combination cover Oct. 31, 2016. s 4HE ENLISTED WHITE HAT OR DIXIE cup, is available for wear by E-6 and below April 2016, and must be worn in service dress whites (Oct. 31, 2016) and service dress blues (Jan. 1, 2020). Redesigned E-6 & below service dress blues (SDB) s "EGINNING /CT 2ECRUIT Training Command (RTC) will
begin issuing the redesigned 3$"S FOR % AND BELOW s "EGINNING *AN THE ENlisted white hat must be worn by both men and women in the % AND BELOW 3$" UNIFORM Redesigned E-6 service dress white (SDW) with navy blue piping s -ANDATORY WEAR DATE IS /CT 31, 2021. s "EGINNING /CT THE enlisted white hat must be worn by both men and women in the % AND BELOW 3$" UNIFORM Choker style women’s ofďŹ cer and chief service dress white coat will be worn by both men and women s -ANDATORY WEAR DATE IS *AN 2020.
CHAPEL SCHEDULE OF SERVICES Chapel of the Good Shepherd, Oceana „ Protestant Bible Study - 9 a.m. „ Protestant Worship (main chapel) - 10:40 a.m. „ Children’s Bible Study - 10:40 a.m. „ Confession and priest’s hours – Wed. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. „ Catholic Sun. Mass - 9 a.m. & 12:15 p.m. „ Protestant Bible Study - Wed. 6 p.m.
s 4HE !## OR CURRENT MALE COMbination cover will be worn with the new choker coat. Lightweight Navy Working Uniform (NWU) Type I for ofďŹ cers and Sailors s "EGINNING /CT 24# will issue to recruits. s 3AILORS CAN WEAR THESE LIGHTER NWU uniform items with all current NWU Type I uniforms. s 'RAY TINTED GARMENT LABEL WILL be used to identify the lighter version of the NWU Type I. New Navy ďŹ tness suit for ofďŹ cers and Sailors s 7ILL BE ISSUED TO RECRUITS AT 'REAT ,AKES BEGINNING /CT 2016. s -ANDATORY WEAR DATE IS *AN 2020.
Read the Chaplain’s Corner on page 5
Chapel by the Sea, Dam Neck - 492-6602 „ Contemporary Protestant Worship Sun., 9 a.m. „ Adult & Children’s Bible Study Sun., 10:30 a.m. „ Confession Sat., 4:15 - 4:45 p.m. „ Catholic Mass Sat., 5 p.m. „ Interfaith Coffee House - Wed., 6 p.m.
Naval Station Norfolk „ Jewish Services - Fri. - 7:30 p.m., Naval Station Norfolk - 444-7361 „ Islamic Services - Fri. - 1:30 p.m., Masjid al Da’waj 2nd Floor (building C-7)
Call the Chaplains „ NAS Oceana at 433-2871 „ CVW-1 at 433-3676 „ CVW-7 at 433-7712 „ CVW-8 at 433-2337 „ CVW-3 at 433-2096 „ FRC Oceana at 433-5933
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MCPON WISHES HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ALL SAILORS BY MC1 MARTIN L. CAREY Office of the Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy WASHINGTON (NNS) — Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Mike Stevens released the following U.S. Navy Birthday Message to the Fleet October 5. "Shipmates, Families, and Friends, This week we celebrate 240 years of the United States Navy being "Ready Then, Ready Now and Ready Always!" Many would say that it is our equipment, weapons systems and platforms that make our Navy great. I would agree that these aspects give us an advantage, but at its core, what truly makes us great is our people. Since 1775, excellence has been the hallmark of our Navy and I can confidently say that this year is no
different. I have spent time with our Sailors around the globe and have had the privilege to witness firsthand their professionalism, technical knowledge and commitment in everything they do. As we celebrate our Navy's rich heritage, we celebrate all Sailors, both past and present, for raising their right hand and taking an oath to defend our great nation. A Navy career can often times be challenging, but we do not serve alone. Our friends, families and loved ones also serve a vital role in our lives and the overall success of our Navy. Thank you for your service and for always striving towards excellence. Happy Birthday Navy! Very Respectfully, MCPON Mike Stevens
Photo by MC2 (SW) Alysia Hernandez From left, CWO3 Demetrius Burton, NAS Oceana Command Master Chief Richard Haninger, Commanding Officer Capt. Louis Schager, CSSN Taylor Greeneadamovich, Executive Officer Capt. Richard Meadows and CSC Teshowme Marshall smile for a photo as Greeneadamovich cuts a cake he made and decorated for the Navy’s 240th birthday Oct. 13 at Oceana’s Hornet’s Nest Galley.
ENERGY: Conservation benefits
everyone aboard NAS Oceana — Continued from page 1 all the tenants on NAS Oceana by conducting what Schager calls “energy walkthroughs.” Schager and Meadows, along with experts from Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC), visit tenant commands to discuss their energy usage and opportunities for reducing their energy footprint by using energy saving light bulbs, fixing leaky faucets, or changing habits and behaviors of the staff. “Our goal is to have all of NAS Oceana treat it like their own home when it comes to energy consumption,” said Schager. “I turn the lights and TV off in my office when I’m not there, I shut my computer down at night. Knowledge is power and we know that the people who live and work here want to do the right thing.”
In addition to energy walk-throughs, NAS Oceana reaches 35,000 people a year with a booth describing energy conservation strategies at the two Family Fest events held each year. So far, NAS Oceana is exceeding expectations when it comes to energy consumption. “In the ten years from 2005 to 2015, we were mandated [by the Department of Defense] to reduce our energy consumption intensity by 30 percent. Through 2014, we had reduced our consumption intensity by 51 percent,” said Terry Honderich, energy manager. “In 2015, our energy consumption intensity regressed and our overall reduction for the whole decade was reduced to 46 percent.” The Navy is also launching a new version of its Energy Warrior app this
month, and will release new videos highlighting Navy personnel who are exploring new technologies and pursuing innovative practices to optimize energy use. In a recent video, Rear Adm. Doug Morton, director of the Chief of Naval Operations Energy and Environmental Readiness Division, challenged Navy personnel to find solutions for reducing energy consumption and submit their ideas to energywarrior@navy. mil. “Being energy smart gives our Navy a marked advantage over our adversaries,” said Morton. “Think about how you and your command use energy, then come up with innovative ideas to reduce consumption.” Navy shore installations play a critical role in promoting readiness, generating the force structure necessary for mission success, and enabling combat operations. Diversifying energy sources and optimizing energy use promotes energy security and resilience throughout the Navy, enabling continuous support to operational and tactical forces in the
event of grid outages. The Navy’s goal to get 50 percent of energy from alternative sources enables resiliency ashore and ensures the Navy’s ability to provide presence when and where it matters. By the end 2015, there will be one gigawatt of renewable energy in the procurement pipeline. Many of these renewable energy projects have the potential to make installations more energy resilient. If you’re looking for more ideas on how to conserve energy, numerous senior Navy leaders will release short videos on energy-related topics during October. The content will be posted on www.facebook.com/navalenergy and the NAS Oceana Facebook page. There are many resources available on greenfleet.dodlive.mil/energy/energy-actionmonth/ to help inspire you to conserve energy on NAS Oceana. “If everyone treated energy and water consumption as if they were responsible for it and would pay the bill, then their behavior would result in significant utility savings for the Navy,” said Honderich.
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Ike receives face lift for F-35C BY MC2 HILLARY BROWNING USS Dwight D. Eisenhower Public Affairs ATLANTIC OCEAN (NNS) -- With a next generation aircraft, the F-35C, going through its developmental test phase, Nimitz-class aircraft carriers are making modifications to keep up with the latest technology. USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) (Ike), who recently hosted the Navy’s newest warplane, began these upgrades months ago while still in the shipyard. In order to optimize carrier operations, Ike modified its jet blast deflectors (JBD) and catapults to better support the F-35C. A JBD does just what its name suggests. It is a safety device that redirects the high energy exhaust from a jet engine away from equipment and people on the flight deck to prevent damage and injury. “We completely rebuilt catapult one’s JBD on the ship,” said Aviation Boatswain’s
Mate (Equipment) 1st Class Shamon Smith, Air Department’s V-2 division maintenance leading petty officer aboard Ike. “We replaced some of the salt-water piping which allows for a rapid flow of pressure throughout the JBDs so it can cool down a lot faster under strenuous conditions which make them perfect for the F-35C.” Catapult two also received a complete overhaul, but it was built off-ship by the Carrier and Field Service Unit (CAFSU) and the Voyage Repair Team (VRT). The CAFSU and VRT engineers ensure carriers are operating under the latest instructions in order to maintain and update equipment for catapult flight operations. “The CAFSU and VRT guys were a huge help,” Smith said.“They came in and did the modifications that we received from AIRLANT and they added those specifications into our JBDs so we were ready for the F35C’s to land aboard Ike.”
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Photo by MC3 Jameson Lynch An F-35C Lightning II carrier variant joint strike fighter assigned to the Salty Dogs of Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 23 prepares to make an arrested landing aboard the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69).
Changes were also made to the arresting system that is responsible for “trapping,” or stopping, an aircraft during an arrested landing. The Advance Recovery Control (ARC), also installed while in the shipyard, aides in ensuring a safe recovery with every trap. “The magic number is 183,” Smith said. “When an aircraft lands, no matter what cable it catches, the ARC system will only allow that aircraft to travel a total of 183 feet down the landing area. It’s an excellent safety precaution that they have for the F35C, and safety is paramount to every recovery aboard Ike.” Besides making physical modifications to Ike, select Sailors were given the chance to visit the test site in Maryland so they could get a jump start on learning what it takes to launch and recover an F-35C. “We brought a team from the Eisenhower to Patuxent River about two months ago,” said Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 23 Navy test pilot Lt. Cmdr. Daniel Kitts.“At Pax River, we have a steam catapult built into our runway. We took some steps with the crew here to bring them up to speed by training them on the F-35 to get them a little bit more familiar with our aircraft.” Chief Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Equipment) Jose Correa attended the training and says the information they received helped prepare them for this testing phase. “The purpose of the trip was to receive information on launch and recovery and how we can accommodate the F-35C,” he said. “We learned the taxiing, and chock and chain processes, the Crash and Salvage team was able to access rescue procedures, and V-4 Sailors learned the fueling process.”
The last new aircraft released to the fleet was the F/A-18 Super Hornet more than a decade ago. Smith said that Ike Sailors are thrilled to be part of this aviation milestone. “My guys are totally excited. They’ve spent hours downstairs in the hangar bay looking at the aircraft and the engine,” Smith said.“We’ve been waiting for it to arrive and now it’s finally here and we get the opportunity to see it in person. It’s an awesome experience.” Ike Sailors won’t just be observing the F35C, they’ll have a chance to get hands-on experience and share their thoughts with the F-35 Pax River Integrated Test Force. “We are going to see exactly what it does to the new water-brake system that we put in and how our JBDs are going to stand up,” Smith said.“The F-35 guys out here listen to what we think, because we are the operators in the fleet. It’s great being able to have some kind of input on tomorrow’s Navy.” The F-35C is currently in its second developmental test phase (DT-II). During DTII, the test aircraft will perform a variety of operational maneuvers while simulating maintenance operations and conducting general maintenance and fit tests for the aircraft and support equipment. Following the analysis of DT-II flight test data, the ITF test team will conduct a thorough assessment of the F-35C’s performance in the shipboard environment before advising the Navy on any adjustments necessary to ensure that the next generation fighter is ready to meet its scheduled initial operating capability in 2018. For more news from USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69), visit www.navy.mil/ local/cvn69/.
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CHAPLAIN’S CORNER The weight of your baggage
BY LT. RYAN WHITFIELD Chaplain, CVW-7 When I prepared to board the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman for an underway training exercise
in June, I jammed all of my personal belongings and work materials into three tightly packed bags. Even though the weight of all three bags combined was well over 100 pounds, I reasoned that rather than making several trips to take my things onboard, that I would just carry all of my baggage at once the 800 feet or so distance from my car to the ship. I was only about 40 feet away from my car when I started to sweat profusely in the summer heat and my legs began to tremble, yet I
decided to continue to my desired destination.As I continued to meander down the pier towards the ship, Sailors and other passersby stared at me with looks of pity and worry on their faces. Many offered to help carry my bags, but in my mind and with foolishness of pride I thought to myself, “I have made it this far by myself, surely I can make it a few more hundred feet,” and so I rejected the help of all those who offered. As I slowly and painfully made my way closer to the brow, I saw a friend com-
ing off of the ship and towards me. As I looked up at the ship and the 50 or so steep steps on the ladder that I would have to climb to make it onto the ship, I began to regret my decision to carry all of my baggage alone. When I finally made it to the brow I was drenched in sweat, my face was completely red; I was out of breath, slumped over, wobbling and near total collapse. As I stood there in pathetic shape, I had lost all hope in my abilities to go any further. I knew
Come to me, all who labor who and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” — Matthew 11:28 there was no way that I could carry my baggage onto the ship. And as I stood there embarrassed inside, but very clearly and noticeably defeated physically, my friend came over and without asking if I needed help, grabbed one of my bags and started to walk up the brow. With a great portion of weight lifted off of my shoulders, my friend stopped another Sailor and asked him to carry another one of my bags. Relieved, but exhausted, I walked up the brow and onto the ship
with only one bag, yet all of my belongings made it on board. This story, while about my own foolishness and pride, is indicative of a problem that we all face. We all carry baggage. We all try to carry our baggage alone. We all have things in our lives that burden us. When we have sin that remains unconfessed, we carry it around with us like baggage. Some of us are holding on to pain and past hurts from
— See Baggage, page 11
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DID YOU KNOW: CHIEF OF CHAPLAINS TALKS SAPR From Department of the Navy Sexual Assault Prevention and Response OfďŹ ce (DON SAPRO) Public Affairs WASHINGTON (NNS) — As part of the continuing ‘Did you Know’ series from Department of the Navy Sexual Assault Prevention and Response OfďŹ ce (DON SAPRO), Chief of Chaplains Rear Adm. Margaret Grun Kibben sat down and talked with us recently about the Chaplain Corps' role in sexual assault prevention and response (SAPR). “The Chaplain Corps is a ďŹ rst responder in many situations that deal with the health and welfare of an individual,â€? said Kibben. “Whether it's a Sailor; whether it's a family member; we really see ourselves as on the frontline, helping people to understand that they have somebody that they can go to when something has happened.â€? Sexual assault affects safety and readiness of all service members, destroying trust and degrading our Navy-Marine Corps team. Each Marine and Sailor plays a critical role in preventing and responding to sexual assault. It is essential for all of us to know and do our part, knowing when and where to intervene to stop the crime. In addition to providing pastoral care, chaplains can provide a safe atmosphere that reduces fear and anxiety and helps the victim re-establish a sense of personal control and self-determination - all with 100 percent conďŹ dentiality. Chaplains also come alongside to help survivors navigate the path to further assistance with other partners in care. “Chaplains know the system, we know what's available to the Sailor,â€? explained Kibben. “We're there to help to guide people to
where they can get assistance, whatever that assistance looks like. Whether its medical assistance, mental health assistance or guiding them to someone with whom they can make a restricted or unrestricted report.â€? Chaplains are also there to step into the fray and be an advocate for an individual in cases of retaliation in the command. The reason chaplains do not receive restricted or unrestricted reports is because of their unique role to provide conďŹ dential pastoral care to both survivors and potentially perpetrators who are trying to come to terms with what they've done. Chaplains can be a moral voice to help perpetrators return to the lifelines of honor, courage and commitment, enabling them to do their part to address the problem. “Chaplains have a unique relationship with Sailors, Marines and their families,â€? said Jill Loftus, director, DON SAPRO. “A critical partner, advocate and command resource, Navy chaplains help reinforce who we are, what we stand for and the core values we each embody: honor, courage, and commitment. They provide invaluable assistance and guidance for Sailors and Marines aoat, ashore and across the globe.They remind us of our common humanity and what it means to know your part and do your part.â€? The Department of the Navy is committed to a culture of dignity and respect for all, where sexual harassment and assault are not tolerated and ultimately eliminated; a culture where all sexual assault survivors receive support and protection from retaliation; and a culture where offenders are held appropriately accountable.The Chaplain Corps plays a crucial role in
Photo by MC2 (SW) Alysia Hernandez AD1 Timothy Hall from VFA-32 reads a purple piece of paper during an exercise at a Domestic Violence Awareness Month presentation Oct. 7 at the Oceana Aerotheater. During the exercise one in three women and one in four men were handed a piece of paper when entering the theater, each stood during the exercise and read an example of domestic violence. Hall read “My wife blocked the door so I couldn’t leave and then she hit me.�
Survivor: Speaker shared experience overcoming tragedy — Continued from page 1 “I hope that if you are a victim of domestic abuse that you’ll reach out to all the support that Fleet and Family Support Center has to offer,� said Muhammad. “If you know someone in need just ask them how you can help.Ask because you never know the true impact of what that means to those affected.� Domestic violence is a pattern of behavior in any relationship that is used to gain or main-
those efforts. Plain and simple:There is nothing honorable or courageous about allowing sexual assault to happen. Every Sailor and Marine plays a key role in holding each other accountable to our core values and standards of conduct and creating an environment free from sexual assault.
tain power over an intimate partner. Domestic violence affects anyone, male or female, and can have a lasting impact on the lives of its victims. One in three women and one in four men are victims of domestic violence in their lifetime. It not only affects the victims, but their families and those around them. “Domestic violence is a readiness issue,â€? said NAS Oceana Commanding OfďŹ cer Capt. Louis Schager.“Don’t leave this issue and the experiences of Ms. Muhammad inside of this auditorium. Take them with you and share this with others.â€?
Check out the links below for additional information, references and resources: s ,EARN MORE ABOUT CONďŹ dentiality with chaplains here: www.navy.mil/local/crb/Confidentiality.asp s #ALL .!69 TO CONnect with a chaplain in your area. s $O$ 3AFE (ELPLINE WWW
safehelpline.org/understandingsexual-assault.cfm s $O. 3!02 WWW DONSAPRO navy.mil s .AVY SITE WWW NAVY MIL SAPR s .ATIONAL 3EXUAL 6IOLENCE 2Esource Center www.nsvrc.org s 2APE !BUSE AND )NCEST .Ational Network (RAINN) http:// rainn.org
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Oceana Kicks off Fire Safety and Prevention Week STORY/PHOTO BY MC2 TONY ROSA NAS Oceana Public Affairs Fire and Emergency Services kicked off this year’s Fire Safety and Prevention Week at Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana, Oct. 8. Fire Prevention Week began as a way to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire in 1871. The fire killed more than 250 people and destroyed more than 17,000 buildings and structures. It also burned more than 2,000 acres and left roughly 100,000 people homeless. The annual event, which is held the first week of October and promotes fire safety, was held at the Oceana Navy Exchange. This year’s theme was “Smoke Detectors: Hear the Beep Where You Sleep.” “This week should be important to everyone because we are educating the public on
fire safety and prevention that could save their lives,” said Jay Cirillo, NAS Oceana fire prevention inspector. “I’ve been doing this a long time and I have seen a lot of loss that could have been prevented with proper safety, planning and just having batteries in smoke detectors.” Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Fire and Emergency Services promoted this year's event by providing safety presentations, informational displays and even an educational fire safety simulation trailer. “The trailer we have has a section with a kitchen where we can simulate any type of kitchen appliance fire or stove fire scenario,” said Cirillo. “We even have a section for kids that looks like a bedroom and we can use it to practice fire safety. We can even teach them how to get out of the trailer safely dur-
THE CYBER THREAT IS REAL From the Office of the Deputy Chief of Naval Operations for Information Dominance (N2/N6) WASHINGTON (NNS) -- The cyber threat is real. Cyber attackers have evolved from pranksters, lone wolves and organized gangs to nation-states and hacktivist groups. While the damage used to be limited to simple disruptions in service, today's cyber-attacks are leading to global, political and commercial uncertainty. These increasing attacks have resulted in significant losses of intellectual property, private data and national secrets. Early attacks of viruses and worms, malware and Trojans have grown in complexity and sophistication to
NAS Oceana Fire Prevention Inspector Jay Cirillo puts out a trash fire during a mock kitchen fire presentation inside Navy Region Mid-Atlantic's Fire Safety Education Unit trailer. The trailer is used to educate Sailors, civilians and their families on the hazards and safety precautions to take throughout their homes.
ing a fire.” Cirillo will travel with the fire safety and prevention trailer to locations around Oceana to educate Sailors and their families on the importance of fire safety. Through educational activi-
ties, Sailors, civilians and their families can learn more about the importance of fire prevention and safety. “Fire prevention is every day. It’s not just one week a year,” said Cirillo. “Fire prevention
cross over into the physical world as hackers try to infiltrate and control computers within cars, generators, energy grids and other everyday systems. Personal information is more susceptible than ever to hacking as more personal information is stored digitally. This vulnerability was most dramatically exposed when the Office of Personnel Management suffered a breach compromising millions of government employees' personal information. The Department of Defense alone experiences 41 million scans, probes and attacks per month. “The Navy Networking Environment consists of more than 500,000 end user devices; an estimated 75,000 network devices (servers, domain controllers); and approximately 45,000 applications and systems across three security enclaves,” said Vice Adm. Jan Tighe, commander of U.S. Fleet Cyber Command, in a statement provided earlier this year to Congress. Vice Adm. Tighe explained that the greater the attack surface or vulnerabilities in our systems, then the great-
means making sure your house is fire safe. It means having a working fire extinguisher in the home and it means have both smoke and carbon monoxide detectors properly installed and working.”
er the risk to the mission. Recent real world events and attacks on Navy systems, such as the 2013 hack into the Navy-Marine Corps Intranet that resulted in a significant Navy-wide effort to close vulnerabilities (Operation Rolling Tide), make clear that the cyber threat is increasing. The reliance on connected capabilities has significantly increased the potential consequences of a cyber compromise. Once independent or isolated systems now rely on each other to link together our warfighters, ships, submarines, aircraft, land-based command centers and distant satellites. The threat is personally and operationally real for every member of the Navy. It only takes one act to wreak havoc on the entire network and expose an opening to a cyber attacker. Attacks are evolving as cyber attackers get smarter and more resourceful. Constant vigilance is the key to protecting the Navy from serious operational impacts as a result of cyber-attacks.
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NAS Oceana hosts job fair for transitioners, spouses STORY/PHOTOS BY MC2 ALYSIA HERNANDEZ NAS Oceana Public Affairs For one day in October, the Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana Officers’ Club was transformed into ground zero for local employers looking to recruit the finest military-affiliated talent. Dozens of employers networked with 255 transitioning military personnel and military spouses at the Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) sponsored job fair on Oct. 1. The annual fair featured representatives from defense contractors, security, transportation, medical, food service and many more industries. “Most of the employers are here to network with the job seekers and primarily what they’re going to tell job seekers is to apply online to their open positions,” said Sandy Meadow, FFSC employment educator.“What we do at Fleet and Family Support Center is teach job seekers how to target their resume to match all of the keywords so they can use that resume to apply online.” Meadow explained that job fairs are not necessarily to get hired for a job on-thespot, but are a prime opportunity for employers to get to know job seekers, receive resumes and advertise the jobs they have available and how to apply to them. “What I hope is that not only do they go to the employers that they think they’re interested in, but also the ones that they
haven’t thought about,” Meadow said. She explained that a company has a wide variety of jobs whether it’s an information technology company or it’s a hospital, they may have a job that suits you. AS1 Enrique Pizarro, who was attending his first job fair, said he had been given a good tip from an employer representative who explained what the job fair is used for and how to take advantage of it. “Primarily, bringing in a resume, so when you hand it in to each company, he said that all the hiring personnel from that company get to see it vice targeting one particular job or one person. It’s better to have it broadcasted throughout the whole company so everybody gets to look at it,” Pizarro said. Reuben Mendez, a representative from 360 IT Partners, explained his role at the fair as being similar to a talent scout. “If you look at business as a sport or a game, it’s all about team building,” Mendez explained. “We look at these events as an opportunity to see what’s out there, to see what’s coming and to meet people.” Meadow said that FFSC’s job fairs take place in the Spring and Fall but they also promote other local job fairs. FFSC offers a variety of tools to help in the employment process including six employment workshops, counseling and information. FFSC also reviews resumes on a walk-in basis and they review federal resumes and conduct mock job inter-
Dozens of employers networked with 255 transitioning military personnel and military spouses at an FFSC sponsored job fair Oct. 1.
From Left, CTN2 Mark Pavelchak, CTN2 Brice Self and CTN1 David Townsley speak to Reuben Mendez, a representative from 360 IT Partners during the annual NAS Oceana job fair for personnel transitioning out of the military and military spouses at the Oceana Officer’s Club Oct. 1.
views by appointment. “Every month we offer all of our employment classes during one week and it includes an employer panel which is like a mini job fair,” Meadow said. The three-per-
son employer panel and it gives attendees the opportunity to ask questions about what the employers look for when hiring. For more information on the services FFSC provides, call 433-2912.
BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
Photo by MC2 (SW) Alysia Hernandez October is National Breast Cancer Awareness month and, to raise awareness, NAS Oceana’s Commissary employees are wearing pink to help spread awareness. The commissary is also hosting a pink decorated table throughout the month, near the store’s entrance filled with informational brochures about breast cancer.
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Navy kicks off new Tours with Industry Program From Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs
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WASHINGTON (NNS) — The Navy kicked off a new program Oct. 5, designed to give high performing officers and Sailors experience at large corporations for approximately one year. Three participants began work with Amazon in Seattle, and two with FedEx, in Memphis, Tenn., as part of the program’s first cohort. As Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus first announced in his May 2015 speech at the Naval Academy, this program is designed give Sailors exposure to leading-edge business practices, techniques and technologies with the competitiveness of the corporate business cycle. “This program is a win-win for both the Navy and corporate America,” said Chief of Naval Personnel, Vice Adm. Bill Moran.“We need Sailors in our Navy who think differently and aren’t afraid to challenge the status quo. This program will help our folks learn different problem-solving approaches, leadership styles and business models that they can bring back to the Navy. It will also provide a unique opportunity for Sailors and civilians to interact, and hopefully inspire others to serve their country.” The Navy’s five participants were selected by their community leaders, and while assigned to Amazon and FedEx, they will work as normal employees of each company. “We are proud to partner with the Navy in launching this program and are excited to learn from the officers during their time at Amazon,” said Dave Niekerk, an Army veteran and Culture & Engagement Leader at Amazon. “We know our company and customers will benefit from their contributions, as we do from all Amazonians with military experiences. These officers working on daily process improvements and solving complex problems will have the opportunity to make quick assessments, implement plans and drive them to completion.” Shannon A. Brown, senior vice president of human resources for FedEx Express, expressed similar sentiments. “FedEx is tremendously proud of our long association with all branches of the U.S. Military, and we look forward to working with Cmdr. Rice and Cmdr. Finley,” she
said.“We will do our best to make their FedEx experience beneficial, and we will undoubtedly learn much from them as well.” Next year, the Navy is working to expand the program to 10-15 officers and 1015 enlisted per year. The program is open to officers O-3 and above with greater than five years of service and who have completed their first operational tour, as well as to enlisted E-6 and above. Sailors participating in the program will remain on active duty with the Navy paying all of their salary and benefits. Following their industry tour, Sailors will work with their community detailer to receive a special assignment known as a utilization tour where their new skills will be put to best use by the Navy. Those participating as part of the program’s first cohort are: Cmdr. Shane D. Rice was a human resources officer stationed at Naval Support Activity (NSA) Mid-South, Tenn. He was assigned as the deputy director, Production Management Office Bureau of Naval Personnel responsible for the integrated planning, production and execution of the Navy’s enlisted supply chain. Rice is assigned to FedEx. Lt. Cmdr. Tenisha M. Finley was a human resources officer stationed at NSA Mid-South, Tenn. She was assigned as the division director, BUPERS-071, Information Management Office, Bureau of Naval Personnel responsible for the financial management and capitol planning and Navy and Marine Corps intranet branch. Lt. Cmdr. Finley is assigned to FedEx. Lt. Cmdr. Jared F. Loller is an EA-18G Growler pilot stationed at NAS Whidbey Island, Wash. He was the maintenance officer at Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 133. LT. Cmdr. Loller is assigned to Amazon. Lt. Niki Y. Elizondo was a second tour division officer aboard USS Dewey (DDG 105) out of Naval Base San Diego. She was the anti-submarine warfare officer. Lt. Elizondo is assigned to Amazon. Lt. William J. Hall was a second tour division officer aboard USS Shoup (DDG 86) home ported in Everett, Wash. He was the damage control assistant. Lt. Hall is assigned to Amazon. For more news from Chief of Naval Personnel, visit www.navy.mil/local/cnp/.
October 15, 2015 • JET OBSERVER 11
Baggage: Letting go to find
INTERACT HEADLINE
peace in your life — Continued from page 5 decades ago that has decayed into skeletons that we hide in our closets. For others, some of the burdens and sins that we carry are so fresh that they are like phantoms that regularly haunt our souls. We carry our baggage with us because, as I was in my story, we are stubborn, and are afraid to admit our own weaknesses, and past failures; even to ourselves. It is this baggage that keeps us from having peace in our lives and restricts our ability to have an intimate relationship with God. We are all weak, feeble and human, therefore we are all sinners. Even though we may be willing to admit our own vulnerabilities about obvious things, there may remain some things about which we are so embarrassed, ashamed
or afraid or unwilling to acknowledge, that they have become burdens that we carry around in our hearts. We all once have been guilty of falling short of God’s intended boundaries for us, but God has also made a way for us to be accepted into his perfect peace. You cannot be accepted into God’s perfect peace if you can’t first accept the truth about yourself. That peace can only be found by giving your burdens to God through His son Jesus Christ who desires to relieve you of your burdens so that you can live in spiritual peace with God. How much does your baggage weigh you down? Don’t allow another day to pass where you are discouraged, fatigued or disparaged by carrying your baggage. Take your burdens to the Lord and leave them forever.
Photo by MC2 (SW) Alysia Hernandez Sailors from Naval Air Station Oceana had the opportunity to participate in scenes during a performance by InterACT at the Oceana Aerotheater Sept. 30. InterACT is a social justice performance troupe that invites audience members on stage to act out scenes along with them to rehearse assertive communication strategies.
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COMMUNITY
CALENDAR
Visit www.oceanajetobserver.com for more events on and around NAS Oceana!
KOREAN COOKING DEMONSTRATION OCT. 15-18, 9 A.M. The Oceana Commissary will be hosting a Korean cooking show October 15-18, starting daily at 9 a.m. Please stop by to see the show and try some great tasting Korean delights. Sponsored by Keeworld and presented by Jacqueline Kim, you don’t want to miss this one. Stop by and take advantage of all the Commissary has to offer.
NEON FESTIVAL OCT. 15-16, 5 – 10 P.M. Join the New Energy of Norfolk (NEON) District for the first, free NEON Festival celebrating the arts destination with a multitude of public art projects and performances. Components of the festival include art exhibitions, large-scale murals and neon and light installations that will be added to NEON’s existing arts and performance venues. Local and national performers and musicians will provide entertainment at the Chrysler Museum of Art and Glass Studio, Work | Release, The Parlor, Push Comedy Theater, Zeke’s Beans & Bowls and more. On Thursday evening, the NEON District will showcase pop-up entertainment with the region’s cultural partners. Pop-up markets with local crafts and vendors will be featured on Friday evening. More information can be found at www.neonnfk.com/festival.
Revolution-era farm during its annual “Yorktown Victory Celebration.”Admission is $9.75 for adults and $5.50 for children ages 6-12.
Friday, October 16 6 p.m. - Maze Runner: Scorch Trials (PG-13 132 min. 9 p.m. - A Walk in the Woods (R, 104 min.)
FRANCHISING SEMINAR OCT. 29, 9 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. Thinking of buying a franchise? Join Cherylynn Sagester Director of Old Dominion University’s Veterans Business Outreach Center to learn the dos and don’ts of franchising, the basics of franchising business model, types of franchises and everything you need to know to open your own franchise business. The seminar will take place at the NAS Oceana Conference Center/Officers’ Club Bldg. 480, G Ave. (Adjacent to Aircraft Display). Space is limited. Call Fleet and Family Support Center Oceana for reservations at 433-2912.
Saturday, October 17 12 p.m. - War Room (PG, 120 min.) 3 p.m. - The Perfect Guy (PG-13, 100 min.) Free for Active Duty 6 p.m. - Black Mass, (R, 122 min.) 9 p.m. - No Escape, (R, 103 min.)
Sunday, October 18 1 p.m. - The Visit (PG-13, 94 min.) 4 p.m. - American Ultra (R, 96 min.) 7 p.m. - Black Mass, (R, 122 min.)
MILITARY FAMILY FEST OCT. 25, NOON - 4 P.M. Join USAA, The Flagship, and Military Newspapers of Virginia for the 2015 Military Family Fest under the big top at the Virginia Beach Convention Center. This event is free and open to all active duty and dependents, retired military, National Guard and reserve of all branches. Bring the kids for fun family activities including: a bounce house, rock wall, face painting, a DJ, crafts,costume contest, giveaways and more.
875 D Ave., Bldg. 531 | (757) 433-2391 | Schedule is subject to change, call ahead for details. Cash or credit accepted for concessions and admission. Doors open approximately one hour before showtimes. Children ages two and younger are admitted free. Patrons 17 years of age or younger must be accompanied by a paying adult to attend all R-rated movies.
GREAT CHESAPEAKE BAY SCHOONER RACE
ANNUAL RETIREE SUMMIT, CAREER FAIR & MWR EXPO
FUNDING A COLLEGE EDUCATION
OCT. 16-17, 7 A.M.
NOV. 7, 8 A.M. – NOON
NOV. 7, 11:30 A.M.
The 26th Annual Great Chesapeake Bay Schooner Race ends in Hampton Roads on Oct. 16, with about thirty beautiful and unusual sailing vessels competing in a 127-mile race from Annapolis to Thimble Shoal light, and docking at High Street Landing in Portsmouth afterwards.Though the biggest vessels arrive first, the slower, smaller boats will be continuing to dock all day Friday. On Saturday morning, some schooners will be open for tours. For more information, visit www.gcbsr.org.
From flu shots to information about everything MWR can do for you to presentations on current retiree policies, the Annual Retiree Summit, Career Fair & MWR Expo has something for everyone. Military retirees, transitioning military, family members and surviving spouses are invited to attend this free event hosted by Fleet and Family Support Centers Mid-Atlantic, Navy Region MidAtlantic and MWR Mid-Atlantic Region. There will be a limited number of flu shots available along with the U.S. Navy Mobile Dental Unit and NMCP Health & Information Booths. Representatives from military, federal and community organizations, as well as veteran’s support organizations and Tricare will be on-site to answer all your questions. Speak to more than 20 global and local employers, along with colleges and universities, about job and educational opportunities. The Expo will take place on JEB Little Creek at the Rockwell Hall Gym at Nider Blvd. & 5th St. in Bldg. 3147. For more information, please call 462-7563.
The Virginia Tidewater Consortium’s Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) brings you a briefing that will focus on grants and loans from the federal government, state financial aid programs, surviving scholarship searches, and the overall application process. Hosted by the Navy College Office and FFSC NSA Northwest and open to all military personnel, retirees, family members and other base employees/personnel, this event will take place on JEB Little Creek in Navy College Building 3016, rooms 236-237. This program includes information that will assist everyone who may be facing the rising expenses of college in the near future. Local scholarship representatives will be on hand to provide information on their awards. A question & answer session will follow each presentation. Appointments for free financial aid counseling and FAFSA application assistance can be scheduled with an Educational Opportunity Center counselor after the presentation. For more information and to reserve your seat, contact Darryl Greenwell at 363-3944 or 489-3329 or by e-mail at dgreenwell.eoc@edufind.org.
YORKTOWN VICTORY CELEBRATION OCT. 17-18, 9 A.M. The 234th anniversary of America’s decisive Revolutionary War victory at Yorktown will be marked with a variety of engaging hands-on military interpretive programs and tours on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 17 and 18. The Yorktown Victory Center will feature an assortment of military music, musket and artillery demonstrations and hands-on interpretive programs at re-creations of a Continental Army encampment and
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FFSC
Fleet and Family Support Centers
WORKSHOPS Registration is required for most programs. Call FFSC at 433-2912 for more information or registration, unless otherwise noted or register online at www.cnic.navy.mil/navylifema.
THE FEDERAL EMPLOYMENT SYSTEM
FOREIGN-BORN SPOUSES SUPPORT GROUP
OCT. 19, 9 A.M. - NOON
OCT. 23, 10 A.M. – NOON
In this workshop, learn the ins and outs of the federal employment system.
Feeling lonely, homesick, or isolated? Join other foreign-born military spouses, to network and share resources.
PARENTING TEENS OCT. 20, 4 – 6:30 P.M. This workshop presents the developmental characteristics of teens, and parents’ reactions to the way adolescents handle these changes.
PERSONAL COMMUNICATIONS
This training will help ofďŹ cial command ombudsmen and command leadership team members work effectively.
CONSEP PROGRAM
Would you like to improve your personal communication skills? This educational group can make a difference.
This course is designed to help active duty service members achieve their Navy and, ultimately, civilian career goals.
DECKPLATE RESOURCE AWARENESS TRAINING
CREDIT MANAGEMENT
EFFECTIVE RESUME WRITING OCT. 21 & 25, 9 A.M. - NOON These days, only a top-notch resume will get you an interview. Learn how to market yourself with an impressive resume.
INTERVIEW TECHNIQUES OCT. 22, 9 A.M. - NOON Attend this workshop and feel more conďŹ dent at your next job interview.
SAPR VICTIM ADVOCATE CONTINUING EDUCATION OCT. 23, 9 – 11:30 A.M. This training facilitates maintaining victim advocates DOD Sexual Assault Advocate CertiďŹ cation Program (D-SAACP) credentialing.
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SPORTS &
Pumpkin Patch 5k!
FITNESS GROUP EXERCISE CLASS SCHEDULE DAM NECK ANNEX
NAS OCEANA
Monday
Monday
11:35 a.m. Spin Cycle 5 p.m. Spin Cycle
9 a.m. Core Fitness Plus 10 a.m. Stroller Aerobics 11:30 a.m. Cardio Kickboxing 4:30 p.m. Boot Camp 6 p.m. Yoga Restore
Tuesday 6 a.m. A.M. Stretch 10:45 a.m. EFT Circuit 11:35 a.m. Spin Cycle 6 p.m. Yoga
Wednesday
Tuesday 9 a.m. Spin 11:30 a.m. Chisel 3:30 p.m. Fitness Fusion
2015 GRUNT RUN
Join the NAS Oceana community for the annual Pumpkin Patch 5k. The run begins at 11:30 a.m. on Oct. 22 at the Flightline Fitness Center, building 545. For more information, call 4333928. Register online at www.discovermwr.com/pp5k.
AEROPINES GOLF COURSE
OCT. 17 Come out for a five-mile run full of mud, woods and obstacles designed to push your body to its limits at NSA Hampton Roads - Northwest. The race is open to the military community with base access. Race day registration will be 6 to 8 a.m. at NSAHR-NW Gym, building 348 on Relay Road. The run begins at 8:30 a.m. To register online, or for more information, visit www.discovermwr.com/gruntrun.
SMITHFIELD CENTURY BIKE RACE OCT. 24, 7:30 A.M.
6 a.m. Max Intensity 5 p.m. Family Fitness Open Rec
9 a.m. Spin 11:30 a.m. HIIT 4:30 p.m. Triple Threat
Beginning at Windsor Castle Park in Smithfield, this scenic ride through the farmlands of Isle of Wight journeys past historic sites, and along the Pagan River, with three routes (metric century, 35-miles, and 25-miles) ending back at Windsor Castle Park, 301 Jericho Road in Smithfield. Riders receive a commemorative ride shirt, welcome bag, cue sheets, access to rest stops and sag wagons and a post-ride drink ticket. More information at www.smithfieldcentury.com.
Saturday
Friday
WALK FOR APRAXIA
9 a.m. Vinyasa Yoga 10 a.m. Stroller Aerobics 11:30 a.m. Zumba
OCT. 24, 8 A.M.
MONSTER DASH 5K
The 2015 Hampton Roads Walk for Children with Apraxia of Speech event will be held on Oct. 24 at Mt. Trashmore Park in Virginia Beach. The walk is open to all adults and children. Onsite registration and check-begins at 8 a.m., with the walk starting at 9 a.m.All proceeds will benefit apraxia programs and research of the Childhood Apraxia of Speech Association of North America. For more information and to register, visit http://casana.apraxia-kids.org/ virginiabeachwalk.
OCT. 30, 11:30 A.M.
6 a.m. Max Intensity 10:45 a.m. EFT Circuit 11:35 Real Ryder 5 p.m. Spin Cycle
Wednesday
6 a.m. A.M. Stretch 10:45 EFT Circuit 11:35 a.m. Spin Cycle
9 a.m. Core Fitness Plus 10 a.m. Stroller Aerobics 11:30 a.m. Zumba 3:30 p.m. Wednesday Express 6 p.m. Yoga Restore
Friday
Thursday
Thursday
8 a.m. Tai Chi/Yoga
WHERE
WHERE
All Dam Neck fitness classes are held at the fitness center, 1977 Terrier Ave, building 524. For more information, call 492-7483.
All Oceana fitness classes are held at the Hornet’s Nest Fitness Center, building 529. Call the fitness center at 433-3928 or 433-2695 for more information.
For up-to-date information on MWR Fitness events visit www.facebook.com/nasodn. mwr.
Classes are subject to change according to demand.
PUMPKIN SMASH OCT. 30, 6 A.M. - 3:30 P.M. SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. VISIT WWW.DISCOVERMWR.COM FOR THE MOST UP-TO-DATE CLASS SCHEDULES.
Test yourself against your NAS Oceana colleagues. Prove you have what it takes to smash a pumpkin this Halloween. This one-day test at the
Photo by MC2 (SW) Alysia Hernandez Lake Taylor High School hosted the 4A Regional Golf Tournament at the NAS Oceana Aeropines Golf Course Oct. 7. Of the 8 teams and 11 individual high school students that competed, two teams and six individuals will go on to compete at the state level.
Hornet’s Nest Gym challenges you to slam a slam-ball the most times in three minutes. Men will use a 15-lb ball and women will use a 10-lb ball. For more information, call 433-3928.
Naval Station Norfolk will host the annual Monster Dash 5k on Oct. 30 at the N-24 Gymnasium. The run will begin at 11:30 a.m. and runners are encouraged to come in costume. There will be a post-race costume contest for a chance to win great prizes. The run is open to all active duty, reservists, retirees, eligible family members and DOD civilians. The first 100 registered runners receive a free T-shirt. Register online at www.discovermwr.com/m5k. Online registration ends on Oct. 26. For more information, call 445-5644.
BATTLE OF THE FITTEST NOV. 5, 10 A.M. Bragging rights are up for grabs as teams of four compete to see who is
the fittest at the Hornet’s Nest Gym. Beginning at 10 a.m., teams will compete in events such as the tire flip, gladiator push-ups, leg squat and press, sand bag relay, truck push and tug of war to see who is the fittest team aboard NAS Oceana. For more information and to register your team, call 433-3928.
ANNUAL BENCH PRESS & ENDURANCE COMPETITION NOV. 18, NOON Have you flexed your muscles on the bench press lately? Wondered how many times you could lift half your body weight? Dam Neck Fitness, Sports & Aquatics will host its annual bench press and endurance competition on Nov. 18 to see who can lift the most and whose muscles can take the most. Pre-registration is available for the event through Nov. 13 and sameday registration and weigh-in is from 11 a.m. to noon the day of the event. Trophies will be awarded to the top two individuals in each weight class.
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VOLUNTEERS
ticus gift store. Interested parties can visit www.volunteertidewater.com for more information and to register as a volunteer.
NEEDED DRUG EDUCATION FOR YOUTH
Looking for a way to give back to the NAS Oceana and Dam Neck Annex communities? NAS Oceana Youth Program and Midway Manor Youth Program are looking for volunteers to help with the new Drug Education for Youth (DEFY) program. The DEFY program is sponsored by the Secretary of the Navy’s Drug Reduction Task Force and is a two-phase program targeted at kids ages nine-12.The program empowers them to build a positive, healthy lifestyle and gives them the tools they need to resist drugs, gangs and alcohol. They are looking for people who are enthusiastic about kids, willing to learn and teach, like to have fun, are outgoing and consider themselves to be a good role model. Mentors must be over the age of 18, complete a volunteer application and background check and attend mandatory training. Volunteers must also submit a special request chit through their chain of command. There are a wide variety of volunteer positions available such as mentors, mentor coordinators, administrative assistants, team leaders and assistant team leaders. For more information and to volunteer, please contact the
DAM NECK DUNE RESTORATION
Oceana Youth Program at 433-3976 or the Midway Manor Youth Program at 444-1007.
U.S. FLEET FORCES COMMAND U.S. Fleet Forces Command is looking for volunteers for their Stewards of the Sea: Defending Freedom, Protecting the Environment exhibit, located on the 3rd floor of the Nauticus in downtown Norfolk. The purpose of the exhibit is to help educate the public that Sailors are training to protect our country in a manner that respects and safeguards the environment. Volunteers will help guide visitors through the exhibit and answer questions about: steps the Navy takes to protect marine life, marine mammal research and monitoring, the importance of the Navy mission at sea and how the Navy manages shipboard wastes. They welcome active duty, retired military or any interested volunteer 18 years of age or older. Museum volunteers receive training, free parking, inclusion in an award recognition program, a volunteer holiday lunch, a 25 percent admission discount to Nauticus for family and friends and a 25 percent discount at the Nau-
Help rebuild sand dunes on Dam Neck Annex Oct. 23-24 in conjunction with the National Aquarium, the Commander Navy Region Mid-Atlantic, the Naval Facilities Engineering Command Mid-Atlantic and the Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center. Sand dunes help protect land by acting as natural barriers to prevent erosion and absorb wave energy.Without this protection, soft coastline would rapidly disappear. Volunteers will plant native dune grasses, restoring habitat for local wildlife while protecting the shoreline. All participants must be 10 years or older and U.S. citizens. Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.This event is rain or shine, so please dress for the weather. Registration is required, but space is limited. Please contact Stephanie Mathias at 410-576-1014 or conserve@aqua.org to receive a registration packet.
STEP UP FOR DOWN SYNDROME Down Syndrome Association of Hampton Roads will hold its annual Step Up for Down Syndrome event On Oct. 17 at Mt.Trashmore in Virginia Beach. They need volunteers to help with set up, clean up, cheering on runners and walkers, helping clowns, playing with participants, and giving out water. Please register to volunteer at www.raceit.com/Register/?event=33392.
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