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Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society open for business
CNO addresses a ‘Ready, Relevant and Capable,’Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society
From the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society
BY MCC JULIANNE METZGER Chief of Naval Operations Public Affairs Photo by MCC(SW/EXW) Peter D. Lawlor
POTOMAC, Md. (NNS) — Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jonathan Greenert spoke at the annual Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) International Conference Banquet at Ben Franklin Hall Oct. 2, in Potomac, Md. The theme of this year’s event was,“Ready, Relevant and Capable.” “You are a key indicator of how we can get ahead of issues our Sailors are having.” said Greenert, addressing the audience.Through the analysis of NMCRS’ counseling trends Navy leaders are able to anticipate issues before they become critical, said Greenert. Greenert thanked the society for the year-round assistance to Sailors, Marines and their families, as well as the society’s recent assistance in providing counselors for victims of the Navy Yard Shootings. He also discussed the society’s availability of financial support during the government shutdown. “It’s hard to put into words what it means to us, for Sailors to know they’ll be taken care of,” said Greenert.“We need to continue to support and make sure we are providing support for our troops overseas.” Throughout the government shutdown NMCRS offices are open during their regularly scheduled business hours. In the event of individual or family difficulty during the government shutdown, the NMCRS is ready to provide assistance to Marines, Sailors, military spouses and retir-
Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jonathan Greenert speaks at the NMCRS International Conference Banquet and gives thanks to the organization for supporting Sailors, Marines and their families since 1904. ees with interest-free loans and grants to meet emerging needs. Over the first half of 2013,the NMCRS has served 31,922 clients with $21.5 million in interest free loans and grants. The society has also presented 3,000 gift bags to expectant military families and made 24,617 home visits to those in need. The NMCRS International Conference brings together its leadership from 51 offices around the world every 3 years.Attendees traveled from all around the world to take part in the event. “I think everyone in the room will agree that the last few days have been spent well,” said Executive Vice President and Chief Operations Officer Carl B. Jensen.“We’re ready to go out there and serve Sailors,Marines and retirees in an even more enthusiastic manner, ever more efficient...this year and every year after.” Attendees include the directors of 44 worldwide offices and 36 chairmen of Volunteers, 52 traditional and combat casualty assistance visiting nurses, headquarters staff, and spouses. However, due to financial situation, 2010 event was cancelled; last event was in 2007.
Arlington, Va. — The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) is providing assistance to active duty and retired Marines and Sailors who are experiencing financial difficulties associated with the government shutdown. Every day of the week,around the globe,the NMCRS provides interest-free loans and grants for basic living expenses, emergency travel expenses, and other family emergencies for military members and their families facing financial crisis or need.As a non-government, but federally-sanctioned organization, our support to Navy and Marine Corps families is unaffected by the government shutdown. As a result of the government shutdown, the society is working closely with the Navy and Marine Corps Casualty Assistance Offices to advance necessary financial assistance for next of kin to travel to the bedside of seriously ill or injured Marines and Sailors, or those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for our country. “No Marine Corps or Navy family with legitimate financial needs should suffer hardship as a result of this temporary government closure,” stated Carl B. Jensen, executive vice president and chief operating officer of the society. “Every member of the NMCRS team is leaning forward to assist those in need!” For more information, visit www.nmcrs.org or contact the NMCRS Office on NAS Oceana at 433-3383.
Oceana celebrates Navy’s birthday NAS Oceana and Dam Neck Annex celebrated the 238th birthday of the U.S. Navy at the Oceana Hornet’s Nest Galley Oct. 11. PHOTO, RIGHT - LEFT: NAS Oceana Command Master Chief Eric Clark, Commanding Officer Capt. Kit Chope, CSSN Deisy Valencia, CS3 Timothy Ansley and Executive Officer Capt. Louis Schager use a sword to cut the cake. Ansley created the cake and Valencia was the youngest galley staff present. The galley hosted Sailors, Marines, their families, DoD civilians for the birthday feast and cake-cutting ceremony to honor the occasion. Photo by MC2(SW) Alysia Hernandez
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CSS revamps courses for logistics and administration ratings BY MCC (AW/SW) SHAWN D. GRAHAM Center for Service Support Public Affairs NEWPORT, R.I. (NNS) — Training specialists from the Center for Service Support (CSS) and NavalTechnicalTraining Center (NTTC) Meridian implemented the improved and modernized yeoman (YN), personnel specialist (PS), ship’s serviceman (SH) and logistics specialist (LS) courses Oct. 10. The updated course blends computer-based training with traditional classroom instruction to bring the course up-to-date and in step with the ever-changing world of administration and logistics. “As the work environment changes and evolves, so too must the training and the curriculum we use to train the fleet’s newest Sailors,” said Chief Personnel Specialist (SW/ AW) Roger Drumheller, PS rating manager. “In developing curriculum, it is the responsibility of CSS and its learning sites to support the Navy’s forwarddeployed and widely distributed force by delivering Sailors who are already proficient in their future jobs,” said Drumheller.“This new course is designed to do just that.” According to Colette Rupero, CSS curriculum manager, the Navy demands that Sailors be more technically proficient and well-versed in all aspects of their jobs prior to joining their command. “Graduates from these courses of instruction have a better understanding of the many technical elements of their
ratings and will, as a result, be more efficient and effective members of the commands they join,” said Rupero. “The transition from computer-based training (CBT) to a blended learning approach is a result of the Human Performance Requirements Review (HPRR) and feedback from the fleet. The feedback indicated that students would benefit more from interaction and guidance with instructors.” HPPRs are conducted every three years and are designed to revalidate individual training requirements and/or identify new training requirements as they apply to a rating, grade, community, course, systems configuration or fleet operating procedure. They also provide stakeholders an opportunity to review existing training, identify redundant or unnecessary training, and ensure proper alignment of training based on new or revised requirements. “Although the students use online courses, it’s no longer self-paced,”said Recupero.“Our courses are much more focused and our students learn to work together in a group.” Mike Buechel, CSS learning standards officer, said the courses incorporate synchronous CBT, which allow learners to interact with an instructor via the internet or face-toface as they go through the curriculum. “This will allow our instructors to become more familiar with the material they instruct,”said Buechel.“Our instructors will take more ownership of these classes and provide our new Sailors with guidance. Mentorship from seasoned Sailors who have already performed the job in the fleet is a great benefit.”
Photo by MC2 (SW) Alysia Hernandez
YN1(SW/IDW) Victoria Scott (r) reviews paperwork with YN3 Azjia Doyle at the NAS Oceana Administration Building Oct. 11. CSS and NTTC Meridian implemented the improved and modernized yeoman, personnel specialist, ship’s serviceman and logistics specialist courses Oct. 10. During synchronous CBT the instructor and students are all logged on at the same time, viewing the same content. The students can ask questions by raising their hands, via e-mail, a discussion board or chat room. “Our courses will also streamline the street to fleet process,” said Buechel.“This new system allows our students to graduate together,which will ease the order writing process which will result in a cost savings to the Navy. Fleet units will also receive their Sailors more quickly.” “We couldn’t have done this without the support of Cmdr. Brett St. George, NTTC Meridian commanding officer or the NTTC military and civilian staff,” said Buechel. “Their teamwork and help have been remarkable.”
FY 14 General Military Training schedule announced Two GMT topic categories for FY 14 Category One — Must be conducted via face-to-face, instructor-led training sessions provided at the command level and led by senior leadership, command training teams, or collateral duty training officers/chief petty officers. Some examples are Alcohol Abuse Prevention and Control; Equal Opportunity and Grievance Procedures; Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Awareness. Category Two — Can be completed via Navy e-Learning or through face-toface, command-delivered training at the discretion of the unit commander. Some examples are Anger Management; Antiterrorism/Force Protection; and Drug Abuse Prevention and Control.
BY CMDR. KELLY BRANNON Naval Education and Training Command Public Affairs PENSACOLA, Fla. (NNS) — Topics for General Military Training (GMT) for Fiscal Year (FY) 14 were announced in NAVADMIN 264/13 Oct. 9. The announcement, usually released Oct. 1, was delayed due to the ongoing effort to streamline or eliminate administrative burdens on the fleet, allowing more time to focus on mission readiness. In support of this effort, known as Reducing Administrative Distractions (RAD), a revision of the GMT instruction is nearing completion. “Through RAD and other feedback, the fleet has been pretty clear that they want us to give this a good hard look,” said Vice Adm. Bill Moran, chief of naval personnel. “We need to find the right balance of required training and white space for our
commanders.” While each of the GMT subjects are important, Moran said his staff’s review of the instruction will ensure training requirements are validated, inefficiencies are eliminated, and improvements are made to overall program effectiveness.The intent of the GMT instruction revision is to provide clear communication of requirements and to establish an annual review process for each topic. There are two categories of GMT topics that must be completed in FY 14. Category One topics must be conducted via face-toface,instructor-led training sessions,provided at the command level.Senior leadership, command training teams or collateral duty training officers/chief petty officers will conduct Category One GMT.The FY 14 Category One GMT topics are Alcohol Abuse Prevention and Control; Equal Opportunity and Grievance Procedures; Hazing Policy
and Prevention; Personal Financial Management; Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Awareness; Sexual Harassment and Grievance Procedures; Stress Management; and Suicide Awareness and Prevention. “These are the opportunities for leadership to engage and have frank and deliberate discussions about command-delivered training, ensuring Sailors understand their roles and responsibilities,” said Capt. John Newcomer, commanding officer at the Center for Personal and Professional Development (CPPD), located at Dam Neck Annex. The remaining required GMT topics are CategoryTwo topics that can be completed via Navy e-Learning or through face-to-face, command-delivered training at the discretion of the unit commander.The Category Two GMT topics for FY 14 are Anger Management; Antiterrorism/Force Protection; — See GMTs, Page 11
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Hispanic Heritage Month ABEC Geraldine Lopez and ABE1 Victor Paulino perform a cultural dance as a special presentation during NAS Oceana and Dam Neck Annex’s Hispanic Heritage Celebration. The celebration was held Oct. 9 at the Oceana Chapel of the Good Shepherd and included guest speaker retired CSCM David Miranda. This year’s Hispanic Heritage Month theme is “Our Time, A Strong America.� Photo by MC2(SW) Alysia R. Hernandez
World War II Marines accounted for; aircrew to be buried at Arlington From the OfďŹ ce of the Assistant Secretary of Defense (Public Affairs) The Department of Defense POW/Missing Personnel OfďŹ ce (DPMO) announced Oct. 11 that two U.S. Marines missing in action from World War II, have been accounted for and are being returned to their families for burial with full military honors. U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Henry S. White, 23, of Kansas City, Mo., and Staff Sgt.Thomas L. Meek, 19, of Lisbon, La., will be buried as a group in a single casket representing the two servicemen, on Oct. 18, at Arlington National Cemetery near Washington, D.C. On July 21, 1943, White and Meek were crew members of an SBD-4 Dauntless divebomber that departedTurtle Bay AirďŹ eld on Espiritu Santo Island, New Hebrides, on a night training mission and failed to return. During the training mission, the aircraft
was reported as crashed on a coral cliff on nearby Mavea Island. In September 1947, a U.S.Army Graves Registration Service team investigated the crash on Mavea Island, but recovered no remains. In 2012, a JPAC team excavated the crash site on Mavea Island, Republic of Vanuatu, and recovered the remains of White and Meek and non-biological evidence amid the aircraft wreckage, which included U.S. and Australian coins dating to 1942 and earlier, U.S. military captain’s bars, and a military identiďŹ cation tag that correlates to Meek by name and service number. What was found at the crash site, along with the remains, correlate circumstantially to White and Meek, however, no individual identiďŹ cations were possible. There are more than 400,000 American service members that were killed during WWII, and the remains of more than 73,000 were never recovered or identiďŹ ed.
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FRC Sailors volunteer at Crawlin’ Crab STORY/PHOTO BY AD3 PHURTURA L. BRAZIER Fleet Readiness Center Mid-Atlantic Oceana Public Affairs Volunteers from Fleet Readiness Center Mid-Atlantic (FRCMA) Oceana dedicated their Sunday to help with the Crawlin’Crab Half Marathon & 5K in Hampton on Oct. 6. As an effort to raise funds for the upcoming holiday party, FRCMA MWR group came up with a way that would benefit the command as a whole and put together a volunteer opportunity for the command. The activities were more than just Sailors earning community service hours, they were also helping their command as well. As a“thank you,”from the event organizers, volunteer groups receive a donation. “We should put stuff like this out more. This is for us,” said Aviation Electronics Technician (AT) Airman Andy Rodriguez. He started participating with MWR after receiving advice from a second class petty officer about how to better himself. The group not only consisted of members from MWR; instead, most of the group was made up of FRC Sailors who just wanted to take part in this volunteer opportunity. “I like volunteering for different occasions and helping people,” said Aviation Machinist’s Mate (AD) 2nd Class (AW/SW) Jimmie Wallace, “FRC does a lot for the command and the community.You can not
ever do too much.” The grouped worked for about six hours serving clam chowder bread bowls to participants, restocking supplies and assisting with station break down. Although the volunteers enjoyed themselves, some of the more senior volunteers reflected on what else could’ve improved the experience. “Events like these give us a positive outlet to have. It’s something to look forward to at work,” explained Aviation Administration Maintenanceman (AZ) 2nd Class Brittany Williams, who’s been involved with the FRC MWR program for the past two years. “We need more participation from everyone,” said Wallace. “I enjoyed myself. I enjoy helping out my MWR anytime they have a volunteer event going on,” said AD2(AW) Kenya McCarty, who encourages others from her command to volunteer at various events. “The Crawlin’ Crab was lots of fun but very challenging and strenuous.Team work was highly important and the long hours of repetitive movement really tested our patience but the happiness we brought to hundreds of tired runners was worth the hard work,” said AT1(AW/SW) Charles Zimmerman. FRCMA MWR continues to organize more volunteer events such as this one.Another volunteer opportunity is already in the works to assist with the Wicked 10K at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront Oct. 26.
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Sailors, Marines encouraged to make a difference with sexual assault survey BY MC1 PEGGY TRUJILLO Defense Media Activity - Navy
The program also incorporated bystander intervention training, “No Zebras, No Excuses” training, “Sex Signals” training, a WASHINGTON (NNS) — The Secretary large group presentation on sexual assault of the Navy has announced a new Depart- and two small-group presentations with ment of the Navy sexual assault survey for discussion groups. 2013, which started Oct. 15, and can be Referring to Great Lakes, Loftus said,“Ustaken online via any device that can access ing anonymous surveys, we have seen a 60 the internet. percent reduction in sexual assaults over The Department of the Navy Sexual the past 34 months.” Assault Prevention and Response Office This year’s survey incorporates questions (DoN SAPRO), which answers directly to from previous surveys, Department of DeSecretary of the Navy Ray Mabus, created fense surveys and academic surveys. Pullthe survey to assess the depart- ing from the surveys and lessons learned, ment’s progress, and DoN SAPRO made the survey more learn what more Sailconcise to pinpoint the ors and Marines think information they’re should be done to trying to find, while fight sexual assault. taking less time from “We can’t help Sailors and Marines. them if we don’t “The 10-minute surknow what the isvey that’s online fosues are, and we cuses directly on the isdon’t know if our sues surrounding sexual training is workassault, and addresses ising,” said Jill Lofsues such as perceptions, tus, director of attitudes of Sailors and DoN SAPRO. Marines about the issue of “If they think sexual assault,” said Cmdr. our training is David McKay, a research horrible, then psychologist at DoN SAPRO. we’d like to “We’re also interested in unknow that, derstanding reporting behavso that we iors and attitudes about reportU.S. Na can switch gears. ing. vy grap hic We’d also like to know if they “Sexual assault is one of the think that it is worthwhile and if they’re top priorities of the secretary, and learning stuff because then we can con- should be a top priority for all Sailors and tinue in that vein.” Marines, to try to figure out how to comFrom previous surveys, DoN SAPRO has bat sexual assault.The survey is important learned that the majority of sexual assaults because it does a couple things. One, it in the Navy and Marine Corps happen to helps us gauge progress on the different in18 - 24 year-olds in social settings involving terventions we’re implementing. Secondly, alcohol, and that the assaults usually occur it provides an opportunity for Sailors and at “A” schools right after boot camp or at Marines to speak directly to the secretary the first duty station. about their experiences about sexual as“We’ve used that information to set up sault.” pilot programs,” said Loftus. “Our Great The 21st Century Sailor and Marine OfLakes experiment that we’ve been very fice (N-17) lists combating sexual assault as successful with came from information we one of its main priorities. Rear Adm. Sean learned from our surveys.” S. Buck, the director of N-17, spends time The experiment targeted Training Sup- with Sailors to get feedback. port Center Great Lakes, mainly the Sailors “When I visit with Sailors, I am constantwho have recently graduated boot camp. ly asked — ‘What else can I do to make a The program brought together the Naval difference?’ Besides looking out for your Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS), local shipmates and actively intervening when hotels, commanding officers, and others to necessary, surveys like this are your chance put an end to the risky situations Sailors to do something,to make your voice heard,” may encounter. Buck said.
Although the survey is a chance for Sailors and Marines to be heard, it is completely anonymous. No one will get a reminder to complete the survey because no one is tracking the individuals who take the survey. “We won’t know if you haven’t filled out the survey,” said Loftus.“There’s no fingerprint.There’s no electronic tag to our survey. It can be taken from a smart phone; it can be taken from a tablet; it can be taken at the Apple store; it can be taken at your desktop or at home.We have no idea who you are and so you won’t get that email reminding you to take it.” Loftus said that some of the initiatives that Mabus has instituted, based on previous survey results, included doubling the number of sexual assault investigators at NCIS, increasing the number of sexual assault response coordinators, 66 full-time victim advocates who are civilians trained as counselors, who will help victim sup-
port.The JAG is also instituting a victim’s legal counsel who will help victims through the process and the Navy is deploying civilian resiliency counselors, who are also certified SARCs, on every big deck. “I think that the Navy and the Marine Corps are really spending the resources and putting the attention on prevention, victim care and support,” said Loftus. “We think that if Sailors and Marines are honest and forthright in taking this survey, and we get enough of them, that we’ll be able to show the nation and other service people that we’re really taking this seriously, that we care, and that we don’t want victims. We want to prevent sexual assault. This is a way for every member of the service to help us do that.” The survey is available at www.donsapro.navy.mil/donsas.html. The password for all military participants is 2013Survey and the survey will be available through Jan. 6, 2014.
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Photo by ADC(AW/SW) Q. M. Triplett
Fleet Readiness Center Mid-Atlantic (FRCMA) kicked off its inaugural Leadership Orientation for all newly-reported chiefs and above personnel assigned to local sites of Norfolk and Oceana. PHOTO: FRCMA Executive Officer Capt. Joseph Rodriguez (standing) speaks with staff on the importance of the launching the Leadership Orientation Oct. 7. Leadership orientation was implemented to strengthen command alignment and promote greater unit cohesion among all FRCMA leadership within its seven sites: FRCMA Oceana, FRCMA Norfolk, FRCMA New Orleans, FRCMA Patuxent River, FRCMA Washington D.C., FRCMA Voyage Repair Team, and FRCMA Aircraft Department. The orientation expands on command organization and policies set forth by FRCMA. FRCMA is looking to establish better communication lines while also streamlining the production effort with its customers. The military and civilian staff covered a variety of topics including Continuous Process Improvement, administrative responsibilities, Beyond Capable Maintenance Interdiction, safety concerns, facilities and quality assurance.
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Photo by MCSN Karl Anderson
An MH-60S Knighthawk helicopter, foreground, assigned to the “Dusty Dogs” of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 7, and an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter, assigned to the “Swamp Foxes” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HMS) 74, patrol near USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) Oct. 3.
ABOVE: AD3 Brandon Shreve (l), and AD3 Brendon Holman, from the “Ragin’ Bulls” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 37, clean an F/A-18C Hornet on the Truman’s flight deck Oct. 6. Photo by MCSA Jacob S. Richardson
LEFT: Sailors prepare an F/A18C Hornet from the Ragin’ Bulls for launch on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier Oct. 10. Photo by MC2 Lyle H. Wilkie III
ABOVE: An E-2C Hawkeye, assigned to the “Seahawks” of Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 126 lands on Truman’s flight deck Oct. 3. LEFT: An F/A-18E Super Hornet, assigned to the “Gunslingers” of VFA-105, prepares to land on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier. Photos by MC2 Lyle H. Wilkie III
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Nearly 900 Sailors and their guests danced the night away during the 2013 Hampton Roads Navy Ball, held at the Norfolk Waterside Marriott. The evening included a cocktail reception, dinner and musical Commander, U.S. Fleet Forces Adm. entertainment by the U.S. Fleet Forces Four Star Edition, along with a portrait photographer. The oldest Bill Gortney served as the keynote and youngest Sailors present also cut the birthday cake to honor the 238th birthday of the U.S. Navy. The speaker for the ball. Navy Ball was hosted by The Flagship Inc. Photos by Harry Gerwien
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GMT: schedule was streamlined in support of Reducing Administrative Distractions or RAD
Last gasp of summer
The unseasonably warm temperatures two weeks ago brought beachgoers out to the Dam Neck beach to enjoy some sun and sand. Marine Major Chris Jones and wife Alyssa play in the sand with their daughters, Hannah, Luthien and Ayvenlea, as the family enjoys probably one of the last warm beach days Oct. 3. Photo by MC2(SW) Alysia Hernandez
— Continued from page 4 Combating Trafficking in Persons; Counterintelligence Awareness and Reporting; Domestic Violence Prevention and Reporting; Drug Abuse Prevention and Control; Fraternization Awareness and Prevention; Information Assurance; Operational Risk Management; Operational Security; Physical Readiness; Privacy and Personally Identifiable Information Awareness; Records Management; Sexual Health and Responsibility;andTobacco Use Prevention and Cessation. In order to allow sufficient time to complete the GMT program review, formulate program change proposals, and implement the approved changes, completion of Category Two GMT topics is waived for FY 14 except for the following topics which must be completed: Antiterrorism/Force Protection; Combating Trafficking in Persons; Counterintelligence Awareness and Reporting; Information Assurance; Opera-
tional Security; and Records Management. Standardized training material for Category One and Category Two training is available for download from the Personal Development GMT page on the Navy Knowledge Online (NKO) webpage at www.nko.navy.mil.Training completion of Category One topics must be recorded in Fleet Training Management Planning System (FLTMPS) via learning event completion forms.Additionally, a GMT calendar for FY 14 is also available on the NKO GMT page, including recommended training delivery months to coincide with Navywide training themes. GMT questions should be addressed to Lyman Watts, GMT program manager at 757-492-0763, DSN: 492 or via e-mail to the Center for Personal and Professional Development at gmt.distribution@navy.mil. Additional information about GMT training requirements for FY 14 is detailed in NAVADMIN 264/13.
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FRC Oceana Sailor completes ‘Warrior Dash’ BY AD3 PHURTURA L. BRAZIER Fleet Readiness Center Mid-Atlantic Oceana Public Affairs Aviation Machinist’s Mate (AD) 1st Class Caitlin Addams completed the 3.1 mile obstacle course, known as the “Warrior Dash” in New Kent, Va. on Sept. 28. Completing this event was a huge accomplishment for Addams, since she had never pictured herself as a runner, much less completing a run that includes the“muddy mayhem,”a shallow mudpit;“pitfall,” a deep water crossing, and “warrior roast,” a line of fire, among its other many challenges. “It was pretty good. I was actually surprised, I think that I did better than I expected,” said Addams, who is the administrative leading petty officer for 400 Division at Fleet Readiness Center Mid-Atlantic Oceana.“Running through mud and being soaking wet is a lot tougher than just running on a track.” Addams and her roommate began training for the event just a few weeks prior to the event. They’re continuing their training for the Yuengling Shamrock Half Marathon that will take place next March. While her roommate trains for a Marine Corps Marathon in October, Addams trains along side to build up her endurance for the half marathon and continues to participate in other local races, such as the Crawlin’ Crab and the 5K Zombie obstacle course. By participating in the Warrior Dash Addams was also responsible for raising funds for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.Addams raised $360 for the foundation. “It’s a great way to get others involved,” said Addams. Looking back, Addams never considered herself as much of a runner.In fact,she wasn’t a big fan of running at all. “I hated running. Of course with being in the military with the PRT, it pushes you to be better, but I’m more into an adventurous run,” explained Addams.“Coming from sea duty to shore duty is a big transition and you don’t have that same sense of adventure anymore.” After being on shore duty for three years and sustaining an injury to the knee, Addams kept her physical activity limited and took it easy on running. Her roommate invited her on a run one evening and ever since,Addams has been training. “Doing events like these are fun and when you look at it and say, ‘Hey I just completed three miles! I feel good when I do this!’ It makes you want to push yourself harder so when PRT rolls around, it’ll be no sweat. Participating in these obstacle course runs puts the fun and excitement back into running,” said Addams. Earlier this month Addams completed the Walkers 5K, a zombie-infested run and obstacle course and the Crawlin’ Crab. She’s also invited others from her division to come run these events with her. “Even if you’re not a runner, it’s just a 5K, it’s not going to kill you. And when you get that medal at the end, you realize you’ve completed something. It becomes addictive and you have fun while you’re doing it!”Addams said.
AD1 Caitlin Addams (center), and friends Joshua Shinn and Beth Hicks, show off their medals after finishing the “Warrior Dash” Sept. 28.
Addams and Hicks, her roommate, are excited after finishing one of the many obstacles during the Warrior Dash in New Kent, Va.
The muddy trio poses for a photo in front of the “Warrior Dash” sign.
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FLEET & FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER WORKSHOPS
     STRESS MANAGEMENT Oct. 21 and 30, 2 - 4 p.m. Learn more about managing stress with techniques such as goal-setting, time management and progressive relaxation.
CONSEP Oct. 21 - 24, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Career Options and Navy Skills Evaluation Program (CONSEP) is designed to help
active duty service members achieve their Navy and ultimately, civilian career goals. This training includes career-making decisions, information on upward mobility, schools, apprenticeships, ďŹ nancial management, investment strategies and creating work experiences that will lead to your success.
STEP: SCHOOLAGE Oct. 22 and 31, 12:30 - 4:30 p.m. Systematic Training for Effective Parenting (STEP): Schoolage offers participants a wealth of information and skills for parenting 5-12-year-olds. Learn ways to help your children become more responsible, respectful and cooperative.Topics include communication,discipline,the goals of misbehavior, mutual respect and family meetings.
DECKPLATE RESOURCE AWARENESS TRAINING Oct. 22 and 23, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
class petty ofďŹ cers in supervisory positions. It provides information on Navy and community resources available to military personnel. Hampton Roads commands are invited to nominate participants by calling their FFSC.
CAR BUYING STRATEGIES Oct. 22, 5 - 6:30 p.m. Learn all the important do’s and don’ts before you step onto the car lot in this singlesession program.Topics include negotiating, trade-ins, discounts, ďŹ nancing, high-pressure sales tactics and tricks to watch out for.
SYSTEMATIC TRAINING FOR EFFECTIVE RESUME WRITING Oct. 23, 9 a.m. to noon Learn how to market your skills, knowledge, accomplishments and experience with an impressive resume.This workshop includes tips on translating military terminology.
NAVY FAMILY OMBUDSMAN BASIC TRAINING Oct. 24 - 26, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. This training consists of 13 modules that help ofďŹ cial command ombudsmen and command leadership team members work effectively with their commands. Workshops provide resource avenues for helping families through crisis and daily living.Open to ombudsmen,commanding and executive ofďŹ cers, chaplains, command master chiefs and their spouses.
FOREIGN-BORN SPOUSES SUPPORT GROUP Oct. 25, 10 a.m. to noon Join other foreign-born military spouses, network and share resources, discuss the American way of life, develop friendships, receive monthly newsletters and learn about the many resources available to make your new life experience positive.
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HALLOWEEN HAPPENINGS GHOST TRAIN Oct. 17 - 19, Oct. 24 - 26 Join in the spine chilling fun and venture r through r the spooky k woods of Northw r west River v Park a in Chesaa peake.This haunted hay a ride is appropr r riate for families a and children. r Tickets go quickly l and normall r ly sell out and must be purch r ased in advance, v at all Chesapeake community m centers,Northw r west River v Park a ,Park a s and Recreation r Administrativ r ve Office, 1224 Prog r gressive v Driv r ve, Suite 200, or online at www.City w yofChesapeake.net/GHOSTTRAIN. Tickets are r $10 on Frida r ays and Saturda r ays and $9 on Thursdays. a For more r inn formation call Northw r west River v Park a at 421-7151 or Park a s and Recreation r at 382-6411.
TRUNK OR TREAT A Oct. 25, 6 - 7:30 p.m. Bring r the whole famil a ly out for Oceana’s Trunk r or Treatr ing in front r of the Youth Center, r building 531.There r will be games, inflatabl a es, hay a rides, and a costume contest. Concessions will be sold by Teen Prog r graam members. For more r inn formation, call 433-3976.
GARDEN OF GHOULISH DELIGHTS Oct. 26, 7 - 10 p.m.
thor best known o for his tales of mystery r and macabr a re, Edgar Allen Poe. Each tour will include the grisl r ly side of Hampton history, r special surprises r and a spooky k lann tern r tour of the St. John’s grav r veyyarrd. Ghoulish refreshments r will be availa v able. Tickets are r $5 in advance v per person, $8 at the door. r Tickk ets can be purch r ased at the Hampton History r Museum and Visitor Center or reserve r d by credit r or debit by calling 7271102.
LEGENDS OF MAIN STREET: SUFFOLK GHOST WALK Oct. 25 and 26, 5:30 p.m. A hair-raising r encounter with the spirited r side of Suffo f lk. Follow o a costumed guide through r the shadows o of historic r Main Street, r discove o ring i stories, r legends and “unexplained e occurre r nces” by lantern r light. Tales a of unsolved v mysteries r and unresolv r ved affa f airs abound throughout r Suffo f lk’s historir cally l hip Ghost Walk. a Not appropr r riate for children r under 9. Reserva r ations are r required; r $10 per person. For more r infor f rmation, call 514-4130 or e-mail VisitSuffo f lk@suffo f lkva.us. v
Get spooked at the Hermita r ge Museum and Garden’ r s annual Hallowe o en Part a ty! It is set within the eerie r walls a of the Hermita r ge so guests can discove o r all of the hidden secrets r of the Sloane’s historic r mansion.Wear your most creativ r ve costumes for a contest.Blue Steel Lighting Design will transf r forrm the setting with spooky k lighting and live v entertainment r will be prov r vided by Astro r DJs.The event v will also prov r vide food, light refreshments r and beverages. SUPERSTITIONS NIGHT Tickets are r availa v able online at www.theher w rmitageTWILIGHT TOUR OF ELMWOOD CEMETERY museum.org. r Members $20; non-members $30 and inOct. 26, 6 - 9 p.m. Oct. 18, 6 - 7:30 p.m. cludes l hors d’oeuvres r and two w drink r tickets. For more r infor f rCelebrate r Hallowe o en with a journe r y to the past at the Walk a into the sunset at Elmwood w Cemetery r in Norfolk. f mation contact Lil Acosta at 423-2052, ext. x 211. Lynnha y aven House and Colonial Education Center. r This fama Discove o r uniqueVictorian r memorial r art r and arch r itecture r and ily-fr l riendlly prog r graam will include a walking a tour of the site, tour the exquisite Core r Mausoleum,an exotic revivv seasonal activities for all ages and refreshments. r Tours will HALLOWEEN BASH al temple built for a farm a er who was a soldier and run u periodicall r ly throughout r the night. Virginia’ i s early l sett Oct. 26, 4 - 7 p.m. his wife. f This will be the last tour of the season. tlers brought r a wide rang a e of myths y and spiritual r beliefs with The Virginia i Air and Space Center in down o n- them.During No RSVP required. r Suggested donation of $5 r the tour, r people from r the past,including a wolftown o Hampton presents r their 22nd annual n Hal-l trapper’ for guests ages 13 and up goes to Norfolk f Society for r s son, Stingy g Jack, and Grace r Sherwood w will explain x lowe o en Bash.The party r includes safe f tric r k-or-treatr Cemetery r conserva r ation. Bring r a flashlight as it will be near common and uncommon superstitions. r ff’s Department r dark r by the end of the tour. r Contact cemeteries@norf r folk.gov ing, make-and-take activities, Hampton Sherif Admission is $5 per person, free r for children r 5 and under. r Child ID Prog r g ra a m, a haunted house, and a costume contest or call 510-5879 for more r infor f rmation. Call 460-7109 or visit www.m w museumsvb.orrg for more r infor f rfor all ages. mation. Ad i i is $5 in advance Admission dv and d $7 at the h daay off the h event. v NIGHT OF THE LIVING MUSEUM Space is limited, call 727-0900, ext. x 703 or order r tickets onn Oct. 19, 5 - 8 p.m. line at www.v w vasc.orrg. Virginia Living Museum offe f rs a non-scary r Hallowe o en event v for families a with children r ages 12 and under. r Come as a TALES OF HAMPTON: HORROR STORIES favo a rite i character r or wild animal to enjoy live v animal shows, o featuring r fierce r and not-so-fierce r Hallowe o en critter r s,discove o r Oct. 29 - 31, 6:15 p.m. and 7:15 p.m. Stories r and figures r from r the city’s dark r side come to life f pumpkin carving r secrets r from r the Pumpkin Lady, d and learn r r as the Hampton Histothe ways a of spiders large r and small from r the Spider Lady. d for the season of spooks and frights ry Museum presents r a living history r tour of Hampton horGuests can also visit Tooth-Fairyland, r magical cave a and pirate r r Two w tours a night leave a the museum lobby; the cove o and take a nighttime hike along the outdoor boardw r walk. ror stories. n tours will include eerie r tales of old Hampton and There r will be tric r k-or-treating r throughout r the event v and 55-minute the Coastal Virginia i region. creep r y crafts r and Hallowe o en games. Guided by Hampton History r Museum Curator r Michael Tickets are r $9 per person for members; $12 for Cobb, those who dare r brav r v e the journe r y will meet the non-members. Children r ages 2 and under are r free. r first witch recorded r in America, r ghosts of Civil War a soldiers, Children r 12 and under must be accompanied by an r from r Blackbeard’ r s crew r and the great r American r auu adult.For more r infor f rmation, call 595-1900 or visit thevlm.org. r pirates Also featured r at Night of the Living Museum is the spooktacular laser show, o “Fright Light.” The laser show o starts r at 5:45, 6:30 and 7:15 p.m.It’s a frightfull r ly awesome w mix of terro r r-ific tunes and wild and weird r laser images. “Fright Light”tickets are r $2 for members;$4 for non-members, in addition to the Night of the Living Museum admission.
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