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ANNUAL FORUM EMPOWERS FORT LEE COMMUNITY This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s capstone event of the Army Family Action Plan is set for Oct. 18-20 at Memorial Chapel SEE PAGE 4

COLLABORATION A health clinic physical therapist and the 23rd Quartermaster Brigade team up to prevent physical training injuries

PLANNING IS KEY Well-thought-out preparations can greatly reduce discomfort, potential injury during emergencies

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SEE PAGE 3 WILDERNESS WARRIORS Soldiers challenge themselves during an 8-hour survival skills program SEE PAGE 17

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make to our nation. Diversity is America’s strength and Hispanic Americans have greatly contributed to that strength through their military service and leadership.

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Commanding General ........Maj. Gen. Darrell K. Williams Garrison Commander ..................... Col. Adam W. Butler Public Affairs Officer............................. Stephen J. Baker Command Information/Managing Editor...Patrick Buffett Senior Writer/Special Assignments ......... T. Anthony Bell Production/News Assistant Editor.................. Amy Perry Family/Community Life Reporter ...........Lesley Atkinson Production Assistant .............................. Ray Kozakewicz To reach the Traveller Staff, call (804) 734-7147.

We appreciate the dedicated service of the nearly 60,000 Hispanic American Soldiers who occupy positions of trust at all ranks. Our Army understands

boys tried to sneak a peak at his daughter.

Before saying goodbye to Anna the next day, we all went to her dining hall to take advantage of the free lunch offered to new parents. I contemplated filling my purse with chicken tenders to supplement the beans and rice we’d be eating at home for the next six months, but selected a modest plateful of quinoa-spinach-mango salad and coconut shrimp instead.

“You know, Anna,” Francis said between mouthfuls of made-to-order chicken salad panini, “when I went to college, all I brought was the blue quilt off my bed and a Journey poster. And our dining hall only had things like casseroles and meatloaf. Do you have any idea how lucky you are?”

Looking confused, Anna chomped her gourmet veggie pizza and said, “Want anything from the Froyo Bar?” When it was all said and done, Anna’s room looked better than the hotel room we stayed in at the Syracuse Holiday Inn, and had much better coffee. But then again, our hotel was only $100 with our military discount. I guess the old adage is true: you get what you pay for.

Or in this case, your college kids get what you pay for.

the power and potential created by embracing diversity. It is the Army’s culture to value the strengths and experience of all while uniting as one professional fighting force. We encourage the entire Army Family to honor the more than 236 years of Hispanic American military service to the U.S. Army by continuing to tell the Army story to diverse audi-

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ences. Together, we can increase awareness of the many educational and career opportunities available in our Army and ensure our force represents the strength of our nation. Army Strong!

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“Three decorative pillows or just two?” my daughter Anna asked in front of a colorful display of bedding at a local Homegoods store. It was 7 pm, and we had been shopping since the stores opened that morning.

The first place we stopped was the Apple Store where I spent over a thousand bucks in less than 15 minutes buying Anna a new laptop that was required for her major. After that, we hit Zara, H&M, Macy’s, JC Penny, Target, Walmart, Bed Bath & Beyond, JoAnn Fabrics, TJ Maxx and Homegoods.

“What’s another $20 bucks at this point?” I replied to Anna in utter defeat and near starvation. “Definitely get three.”

Two weeks later, we pulled up to her dorm at Syracuse University, our mini-

van packed to the gills with fluffy new bedding, posters, a clip-on lamp, school supplies, a throw rug, a shower caddy, towels, a desk set, a fan, pop-up laundry bins, six months worth of toiletries, various snacks, cases of bottled water, a microwave, a coffee maker, and yes, three decorative pillows.

Happy, helpful sophomores garbed in blazing orange, whose parents had been victims of “The Dorm Room Shakedown” the previous year, were awaiting our arrival with huge rolling bins to cart thousands of dollars worth of unnecessary products up to assigned rooms.

“Hi!” they shouted with rehearsed enthusiasm, shaking us out of our road trip stupor, “I’m Sean/Cassandra/Matt! I’d love to help you move in!” They filled two of the rolling carts to capacity, then guided us like sheep to slaughter to the dorm elevators.

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In the newfangled co-ed hallway, Anna found her room, which was a “split double” – one room separated down the middle by a wall of closets and dressers.

This gave Anna and her roommate their own private spaces within one room.

Anna’s roommate had moved in, and her side was so spectacular, it looked like something straight out of a Pottery Barn catalogue. We stared at her shabby chic bedside table, complete with a vase of peonies and a trendy, mirrored lamp.

There were whitewashed faux ironwork wallhangings, cool enlarged letters, clear canisters filled whimsically with popcorn and pretzels. Her rug was larger, her bed risers were higher, and she had way more than three decorative pillows.

Concerned that Anna’s room would look like a cell at Rikers Island by comparison, we quickly unloaded everything we’d already purchased and left to find the nearest Target. Two-hundred more bucks later, we added modern shelving, storage bins, two strings of twinkle lights, curtains, a coat rack, hangers, plastic drawers and a bowl of fresh fruit.

While Anna and I scrambled to decorate, Francis retreated to the busy co-ed hallway. “Eyes forward!” we heard him bark in military fashion when passing

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Staff Sgt. Ronald Knowles poses next to a life-size figure that he served as a model for in late February. The statue was unveiled during the redesigned Petroleum and Water Exhibit at the U.S. Army Quartermaster Museum Friday. See story and photo on Page 3.

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QM Museum opens redesigned PW exhibit Lesley Atkinson Family/Community Life Reporter

The Fort Lee community celebrate the opening of a redesigned Petroleum and Water Exhibit at the U.S. Army Quartermaster Museum Friday.

More than 100 guests were in attendance for the ribbon cutting and introductory tour that followed.

“The exhibit is a year in the making,” said Paul Morando, museum director. “It’s part of a bigger plan to renovate all of the major galleries. I put out a challenge to the quartermaster departments several years ago, and this is another part of the project to redo the entire museum.”

Morando said, “Aerial Delivery was the first to jump on board about four years ago. Now petroleum came on board and I hope to work with the other three.”

Jose Hernandez, Petroleum and Water Department director, spoke during the ceremony. “Our goal is for people who visit the exhibit to take away the importance of liquid logistics in the modern military

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From left, Jose Hernandez, director, Petroleum and Water Department; Brig. Gen. Rodney Fogg, Quartermaster General; Chief Warrant Officer 5 Roberto Figueroa, regimental warrant officer, QM Corps; Paul Morando, director, U.S. Army QM Museum; and Sergeant Maj. James Jenkins III, SGM, PWD, cut the ribbon Friday during the QM Museum’s celebration for the new petroleum and water exhibit that took one year in the making.

and appreciate the many distribution men in disposal. The exhibit honors the past but also touches on our future and our virtual tools to sustain technical readiness. I’m glad we took on this challenge and

want to thank PWD and the NCOs who did all the work.”

The guest speaker Brig. Gen. Rodney Fogg, Quartermaster General said, “I came through this museum 29 years ago and it’s an

honor for me to open this exhibit.

The new exhibit captures the history of the Army, shaping petroleum and water distribution operations.

It’s an important story.”

Fogg spoke on the importance of having petroleum in today’s Army.

“If you total the tonnage of supplies the Army needs to operate on the battlefield, more than 70 percent is fuel.

In the height of Iraq and Afghanistan, 1.6 million gallons of fuel were distributed every single day.

“It didn’t start out that way, so in the exhibit we begin with WWI and WWII. Our demand for petroleum gets bigger and bigger overtime.”

Fogg also noted how often the provision of clean water is taken for granted. “Our forces can’t survive without it, so there’s no question of its importance.”

He thanked the Liquid Logistics Association for its continued support of traditions and care for Soldiers. He also thanked Morando and the entire team at the museum for their hard work and efforts. He ended by thanking the PWD department.

“This exhibit is something to be

proud of and is a part of history,” he said.

In the new exhibit, a bronze casting of a life-sized 92F petroleum supply specialist – Staff Sgt. Ronald Knowles, driver for the QM General – is featured. After the ribbon cutting, Knowles stood by this replica of himself turning a wheel valve to a pipeline. The casting of Knowles is the first of five bronze castings to be displayed in the museum.

Morando said he had seen the castings in other museums and traveled to New York City in late February with Knowles and four other Soldiers to begin the project at a commercial sculpture studio.

He said, “What a great way to represent the Quartermaster Corps and what they do. Sgt. Knowles is representing all petroleum Soldiers.”

“I am overwhelmed,” said Knowles. “I am happy to represent my comrades before me, and those in the future. I can bring my family back here for years and years to come and show them I am a part of history.”

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A former Chief of Ordnance spoke here Sept. 5 about a sex scandal at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Md., that was a catalyst for the Army’s Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention program.

The talk – held during a leader professional development session for the 16th Ordnance Battalion and open to the Fort Lee community – also featured a question and answer period with retired Maj. Gen. Robert Shadley, who was the top Ordnance Soldier during the scandal.

Shadley briefly shared some of the details from Aberdeen where several drill instructors – who were in charge of advanced individual training platoons then – were making a game out of seducing Ordnance

trainees in their companies.

Afterward, Shadley turned to the topic of leaders and said Soldiers should focus on their leadership skills, including leading themselves to ensure they are doing the right thing.

“Leadership in the Army is in crisis,” he said. “The crisis is the cancer of sexual assault and its precursor, sexual harassment.

But, it’s not just a problem in our Army.

It infects private sector business, church groups, colleges and universities.

“I am not up here to tell you the Army is bad because we have this crisis,” Shadley continued. “The Army is like many other organizations in that just a few perpetrators are causing severe, life-changing damage to individuals and to the organizations surrounding them.”

Working on doing the right thing and weed-

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Retired Maj. Gen. Robert Shadley, former Chief of Ordnance, discusses the 1996 Aberdeen Proving Ground, Md., sex scandal that served as a catalyst for the Army’s Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention Program. He spoke during a Leader Professional Development session Sept. 8 at the Lee Theater.

ing out the bad leaders is essential to a wellperforming Army, said Shadley. Additionally, leaders should strive to create a climate where their Soldiers feel comfortable coming and talking to them about their issues.

“This is not a destination; this a journey,” he said. “We will never get perfect, but if we keep moving one step toward perfect every day, we can’t get worse than we already are.”

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Suicide Prevention/Awareness Booth at Exchange | Until Sept. 23 A Suicide Prevention/Awareness Booth will be featured in the Main Exchange Mall area until Sept. 23. It will operate from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., and is open to everyone in the community.

Visitors can sign the #BeThere pledge at the booth.

For details, call (804) 734-9234 or 734-0559.

Exchange Gift Wrap Fundraising Opportunities Community groups can raise funds for various causes by participating in the Army and Air Force Exchange Service annual community gift wrap program.

During the peak holiday season, the Exchange will set up tables and provide supplies volunteer groups can use to wrap gifts and receive donations.

For details, contact Candace Ford at (804) 861-5970.

KAHC Asthma Event | Through Sept.16 File Photo

Delegates from the 2015 Army Family Action Plan conference perform a skit as part of the commander’s outbrief to demonstrate the issue they chose as most important. The community is invited to this year’s outbrief set for Oct. 20, 9 a.m. at Memorial Chapel.

AFAP annual forum set for Oct. 18-20 The annual Army Family Action Plan conference is set for Oct. 18-20, with the featured commander’s outbrief on Oct. 20, 9 a.m., at Memorial Chapel. The entire community is invited to the outbrief.

This event is an opportunity for individuals across the community to discuss submitted issues to determine what should be handled at a local level and what should be moved to higher headquarters, said Frenchi Watts Kemp, AFAP program manager.

“AFAP provides commanders and Army leadership the ability to respond rapidly in order to resolve problems, implement best practices and guide policy information,” she said. “In terms of benefits, military service members and their families can more easily relate to, the positive outcomes include allowing Soldiers to request tour stabilization if they have a graduating high school senior, dedicated special needs space in CYSS delivery systems, more states offering military spouse unemployment compensation, and other improvements.”

Several changes have happened at Fort Lee due to past AFAP conferences: in particular, a request for more fitness options led to several classes offered for free and

the introduction of the WellBeats program – a virtual training series that offers more than 225 classes – at the Strength Performance Center.

Visit http://bit.ly/1Dg3eTF to see the active list of issues being worked at the Army level as a result of AFAP. AFAP issues and recommended solutions are collected year-round and can be submitted online via MyArmyOneSource. com or directly to local AFAP administrators. Fort Lee community members can use afap@leemwr.com.

“No issue is too big or too small,” said Watts Kemp. “ When submitting the information, however, it is important for community members to clearly describe the scope of the situation (what they experienced), any recommendations to make it better, and a contact name and phone number for questions or clarification.”

Those interested in serving as a delegate for the forum can contact the AFAP program manager at (804) 734-7979 or frenchi.n.wattskemp.civ@mail.mil.

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Kenner Army Health Clinic will conduct asthma awareness activities daily though Sept. 16, 10 a.m. - noon, in the pharmacy lobby.

Individuals also can learn more about asthma control and management on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website at www.cdc.gov/asthma .

For details, call (804) 734-9086.

23rd Brigade NCO Induction Ceremony | Sept. 23 The 23rd Quartermaster Brigade will hold a Noncommissioned Officer Induction Ceremony, Sept. 23, 10 a.m., at the Lee Theater.

The guest speaker will be retired Command Sgt. Maj. Charles E. Durr Jr. Reservations should be made by Sept. 16. The theme is Creating Champions.

For details, call (804) 734-7840 or email shandra.s.hamilton.mil@mail.mil.

Hispanic Heritage Celebration | Oct. 11 A Hispanic Heritage Celebration is set for Oct. 11, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., at the Lee Theater, Mahone Avenue.

The event will be hosted by the Army Logistics University.

Motorcycle Safety Awareness Brief | Sept. 29 The Garrison Safety Office will sponsor a Motorcycle Safety Awareness brief Sept. 29, noon - 1 p.m., in building 11300, Petroleum and Water Department auditorium.

A Virginia State Police trooper will lead the event to include discussions about Virginia State distracted driving laws, DUI and DWI’s, motorcycle accidents, consequences of poor choices and behaviors, unique Virginia motorcycle laws and more.

For details, call (804) 765-3127 or email edward.l.newell.civ@mail.mil.

Exchange Scholarship Contest Students in military families who “go above and beyond” to make a difference in their community could win a $5,000 scholarship in the Army and Air Force Exchange Rewards of Caring Scholarship contest.

To enter, authorized students in 6th-12th grades with a 2.5 or higher grade-point average can submit an essay (in English, 500 words or less) by Sept. 29 explaining their involvement in community service projects and why their community is important to them. Four winners will be awarded a $5,000 scholarship. No purchase is necessary. Visit www.operationintouch.com for an entry form and details.

The essay and entries should be mailed to: Exchange Rewards of Caring Scholarship Contest, P.O. Box 7781, Melville, NY 11775-7871. Winners will be chosen in November.

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Soldiers begin a two-mile run during a warrior skills competition at Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo, earlier this year. Physical training running events are the cause of a significant number of injuries, said Capt. Erin Johnson, a Kenner Army Health Clinic physical therapist.

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Call it the physical therapy road show.

Capt. Erin Johnson, a Kenner Army Health Clinic physical therapist who has seen her share of students with physical training injuries, has been reaching beyond the confines of her department to teach advanced individual training cadre how to reduce her patient load.

“It’s me doing my job and putting what I know into the hands of NCOs so their troops never get to me in the first place,” said, Johnson, also the chief of orthopedics. “The things I teach them are what I cover over and over again at my clinic.”

Treating large numbers of AIT students from the installation’s various schools constitutes a significant portion of Johnson’s outpatient load. Most of

them sustained injuries during PT. “I pulled up all the data of what injuries we see at Fort Lee, how prevalent those injuries were and what Soldiers said caused them,” said Johnson. “Most said their cause of injury was due to physical training, and that’s something we’ve seen on a more global scale according to the (U.S. Army) Public Health Command (now Public Health Center).”

Moreover, said Johnson, the research indicates many PT injuries are due to a combination of repetition and improper technique.

“Around one-half of injuries are coming from an inflammatory overuse problem, which means you do a movement incorrectly but you do it so many times it ends up causing this wear-and-tear kind of injury that could’ve been prevented,” she said.

Injury reduction is a ten-

ant of the Army’s Physical Readiness Training program that was implemented roughly five years ago.

It is the basis for Johnson’s efforts to further reduce injury through the science of biomechanics, education and awareness, she said.

The Quartermaster School’s PRT program was expanded from five to eight days at the beginning of the year to further address injury prevention, said Johnson. With the input and support of the school’s enlisted leaders, the mandatory course for AIT platoon sergeants was enhanced in March with several blocks of instruction from Johnson that examine the intricacies of exercise movement.

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In a world of texting and emoticons, the art of writing can fall to the wayside, which can lead to issues when one pursues higher education or military ranks.

Fortunately, for Soldiers in Victor Company, 262nd Quartermaster Battalion, their commander, Capt. Jeanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Shay D. Wright, has started a program to promote writing skills. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I started the writing program for Soldiers who are at an early stage in their career to help them effectively communicate on paper,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I wanted to emphasize the importance of writing in the military as well as civilian positions. Many of our Soldiers and cadre are accustomed to emojis and abbreviations to send a text message or Facebook post.

Why did you join the Army?

Spc. Seung Choi, 1st Platoon, Victor Company, 262nd Quartermaster Battalion, won the last quarterly writing competition. Choi â&#x20AC;&#x201C; born on an airplane to Abu Dahbi, United Arab Emirates â&#x20AC;&#x201C; grew up in Queens, New York, with his Korean family and never imagined living anywhere other than American. Here is an excerpt of his essay: â&#x20AC;&#x153;However, reality struck soon enough as I learned I was actually a citizen of another country that I had never really lived in: South Korea. This is not to say I am ashamed in any way of my ethnic background, but simply begin

So, our writing program stimulates discussions on topics our young Soldiers would not normally discuss.â&#x20AC;?

The program continues to

to question my sense of belonging because as I got older, I was faced with more and more challenges as a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;foreigner.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; The normal privileges friends around me would take advantage of, I could not because of my status â&#x20AC;Ś Similar to the cadence, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;I got a letter in the mail, join the Army or go to jail,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; I decided to join the Army when I found out I had an opportunity to serve my country that raised me and earn my ticket to becoming a new citizen at the same time. I believe I am not the only one with this type of circumstance, and there are many who enlisted for other dynamic reasons.â&#x20AC;?

evolve, and the company just finished its second competition. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Every quarter, Soldiers can write an essay, and the person who writes the best essay or has

the best story can earn an award and other recognition,â&#x20AC;? said 1st Lt. Amber Shipmon, executive officer for the unit.

Shipmon helped judge the es-

says from the last quarterly contest and said she was surprised at the entries. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I learned a lot from the Soldiers,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The only time you usually learn anything about your AIT Soldiers is when they are in trouble and write something to get out of a bad situation or an Article 15. This gave me a chance to read something positive from them.â&#x20AC;?

Besides learning more about the Soldiers, it gives the company staff other benefits, said Wright. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I learned some very interesting things about my Soldiers, as far as cultural differences, relationships with their parents, and their overall strengths or fears,â&#x20AC;? said Wright of the last iteration. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It also forces my cadre to refresh their writing skills by reaching back to Army doctrine and other resources to ensure Soldiers are following the proper guidelines.â&#x20AC;?

The next quarterly topic under consideration is â&#x20AC;&#x153;Where do you see yourself in the next five years?â&#x20AC;?

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INJURIES | Brigade, physical therapist

collaborate to put knowledge in hands of cadre Continued from page 5 readiness. “We know it’s a problem; what do we do about it? We identify where we get these injuries, and we start to talk about it – how to run correctly, how they train Soldiers to run correctly and how they identify good or bad running form in someone.”

A second brief, given on day five or six, centers on re-conditioning PRT, said Johnson. It covers the administration of “profiles” or documented exercise

limitations – how they are read, what the providers are trying to communicate, whether the limitations are sufficient and whether the leadership and medical teams are in agreement.

“This helps with injury prevention as well because it allows us tell the leadership down at the unit level what’s going on with each Soldier,” said Johnson. “They know how to protect them, how to get them back, how much to push them and they don’t have to make those determinations on

their own.”

In addition to the briefs, Johnson said there is plenty of time for discussion that is essential to educating NCOs on the issues “so they can go out and kind of be the eyes and ears on the ground of what am I seeing and what am I identifying in my practice.”

Johnson said she has taught several classes since March.

Although the instruction has received positive comments and a high level of interest from NCOs, it is too early to gauge whether

she is making good on the overall intent to reduce injuries among troops.

“Unfortunately, there is not a really good tracking mechanism for this kind of thing, so we’re looking at all the different data sources we can,” she said, noting it could be at least a year before solid information is available.

“For example, we’re tracking reconditioning PRT, tracking the rates of how long Soldiers spend on profile and using the Medical Readiness Assessment Tool to determine whether we are showing a downward trend in the unit’s risk of non-availability or a decrease in Soldiers who are on these repeti-

tive-injury profiles. If we can see a reduction in the diagnosis coding of preventable injuries, we know we are at least starting to make a change.”

Despite the lack of immediate data that could further direct her efforts, Johnson said she is confident the program is on the right track because her work with units simply involves putting her knowledge into more hands.

“I can only treat one patient at a time,” she said, “but an NCO can impact many Soldiers who may never get to me because they were taught to perform exercises using proper form, thus putting them at the least risk of injury.”

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&3/ -(66,&$ :,//,$06 Unit: 392nd Army Band MOS: 42R – musician Age: 27 Time in service: three years Hometown: Newport, Pa. Family: married Pastimes: “I love being outside, and my husband and I love to go kayaking.”

Describe your personality: “I would say outgoing and bubbly; I also like making jokes and having fun.”

Personality downsides: “I can be a little too excited for some, especially in the morning for those who haven’t yet had their coffee.”

Personality upside: “I think I’m friendly, warm and inviting.”

Your worst fears: “Spiders and falling from a very high height.”

Pet peeve: “People being late.”

One person you admire: “Dr. (William) Stowman – from a young age, he taught me life and the trumpet. He guided me not only as a musician but as a person: how to be kind to people, how to treat people, how to make people laugh and how to have a good time. He is still like a father figure to this day.”

One place you would love to go on vacation: “I think I want to go back to Switzerland. I’ve been there before, but I want to go back because it’s beautiful.”

Favorite food: “I love loaded mashed potatoes.”

One historical figure or celebrity you would like to meet: “I think I would want to meet (the actress) Julia Roberts. Everybody says I look like her and act like her. I’ve always liked her movies, and I admire her as a person.”

One lesson you like shar-

ing with others: “How to work hard. I learned that from my dad.

I grew up working on a farm, and he taught me the value of working hard and not complaining. I try not to complain too much.”

The uniqueness of growing up on a farm: “There’s freedom to learn pretty much anything: how to take care of things; how to love creatures – cows pretty much become your pets (and you hate horses because they run you over). You learn how to work together with your family because they work beside you, and you learn to follow directions.

Working on a farm is the basis for becoming a responsible person.”

Your aspiration as a child: “I started singing at a young age in a choir, and I started playing trumpet in the 4th grade. Ever since, I’ve had great teachers who just pushed and guided me

in the right direction.”

Something you would do over: “I think I would be a little more responsible with college money. I would have sought more financial advice because I have two degrees, and it’s been expensive. It hangs over your head. I think I would’ve joined the Army first then got a little money for college.”

One life-changing event: “It was when I moved to Texas (in

2011). I moved there to get my master’s degree in trumpet performance from the University of North Texas. It changed my life because I didn’t know anyone besides my trumpet teacher who I met through my audition.

When my parents dropped me off, I was alone. That was a really big learning experience. If anything happened, I wondered if anyone would find out (laughing). I felt so separated from my family. I went to college 45 minutes away (from Newport) and all of a sudden I was a 24hour drive away from my family.

I think you learn about yourself because if you don’t go out there and get it, you’re going to fail and end up back home. I think you learn to be tough. You follow through with what you said you were going to do and just keep going.”

Why the trumpet appeals to you: “I wanted to play the flute, but my mom said it was too SEE MUSICIAN, PAGE 9

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Soldier savors her role in band

MUSICIAN | Continued from page 8 expensive. I ended up playing my uncle’s beat up, old coronet. It was not good, but ... it just took. I was a trumpet player.”

Describe a typical day of a Soldier-bandsman: “Just like everybody else in the Army, we start with PT in the morning. Then we have formation at 9 (a.m.); then rehearsal (for marching and concert bands). Right now it is small groups, and I play in a brass quintet. Other than that, you go out and play for graduations or whatever mission you are on.”

That might sound easy to some. How would you counter? “Every weekend and holiday that most people get to spend alone with their families, we’re either on stage or out marching in parades. We don’t get that time with families until after we’re done and sometimes not at all. The difference is when everyone gets to put away their laptops and pens and pencils at work, our instruments are something we have to maintain even during breaks. It doesn’t stop. It’s a 24/7 thing. You need to be on your instrument every day.

It’s not just a five-days-aweek job.”

Music is about sharing.

When you play, what’s in it for you? “We did a mission here probably about a year ago. We were playing on this stage before the start of a music festival. We were giving them a little concert, and afterward, they invited us over for some burgers and hot dogs. Well, this mother came up to me, and she has tears in her eyes. She said, ‘I just want to thank you because my son just went to basic training last week, and I can’t tell you how special it is for you to make me feel like he’s doing this for a reason.’ Just sharing music with her made her feel proud.

That made me feel sentimental .... For me to talk to her and make her feel OK was really something special.”

Best thing about the Army: “Being able to do what I’ve loved my entire life and not having to settle .... I never had to put my trumpet down.”

Worst thing about the Army: “Not being able to sleep in on the weekends.

I’m up at 5:30 every day.”

Future plans: “I really would love to become a band commander ... and have a positive effect on bands around the country and across the world.”

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Staff members of the Kenner Army Health Clinic Physical Therapy and Orthopedic departments participate in the 22 push-up challenge earlier this month. The challenge is a national social media effort to raise awareness of the estimated 20-22 estimated suicides among military veterans each day. A 22 million pushup goal has been set for the campaign. Other military organizations across Fort Lee also have uploaded participation videos to their respective Facebook pages. Reducing suicides requires education and empowerment, and Fort Lee is conducting many activities in September, which is nationally recognized as Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month. The Kenner team’s pushup video and others can be viewed at https://facebook.com/22Kill.

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Chaplain (Capt.) Edgar Moralesjude, 832nd Ordnance Bn., leads a prayer with those gathered for the 9-11 Remembrance Service at the 1st Logistics Memorial Sept. 8. Moralesjude was chaplain a volunteer at Ground Zero after the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001.

REACHBACK

T. Anthony Bell

From left to right, retired 1st Sgt. Geryle Jones, retired 1st Sgt. Jeremiah Wesley, Capt. Francis Rettzo and Sgt. 1st Class Genita Ruffin share a laugh in the lobby of Stewart-Roye Hall during the Liquid Logistics Reunion Friday. More than 150 current and former military members and their guests signed up for the two-day, biannual event that concluded Saturday.

pal Patterson is “old as dirt,” has been present for many of the reunions.

He said he relishes his old friendships and looks forward to the feelings of deprivation he gets when learning about new equipment and technologies through the briefings and static displays.

“I was in from 1960-82,” he said. “We didn’t have all this high-tech stuff that exists now.”

Retired Master Sgt. Darryl Johnson, a former instructor who retired in 2003, also frequents the event. The local resident said part of its appeal is the close associations participants gain as a result of training those who have a hand in moving the Army from one destination to the other.

“The training side is special and near and dear to my heart,” he said. “The Soldiers we trained have an effect all across the world because nothing moves without petroleum and water.”

In addition to the events at Stewart-Roye Hall, the guests were invited to the unveiling of an updated petroleum and water exhibit at the QM Museum. On Saturday, a picnic was scheduled in Hopewell. Brig. Gen. Rodney Fogg, the Quartermaster General, was scheduled to speak.

(COUNTERCLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE) Attendees bow their heads in prayer. • Chap. (Col.) Claude Crisp, installation chaplain, provides remarks. • Rusty Watson, Fire and Emergency Services, rings the bell 15 times to commemorate the years since the terrorist attacks. • Attendees sing “America the Beautiful.”

Reunion connects current, former liquid logistics community members T. Anthony Bell Senior Writer/Special Projects

Retired Staff Sgt. Floyd “Pat” Patterson’s reason for attending the 2016 Liquid Logisticians Reunion was quite simple: “To see some of my old friends – buddies I served with, argued with, fought with and drank with,” he said with a drawl and slight grin.

The 83-year-old, white-bearded, overallwearing Patterson was no less nostalgic as he recalled the sentiments of Soldiers from decades earlier who laid the foundations for today’s water treatment, petroleum laboratory and petroleum supply specialists who train here at the Quartermaster School. He was one of more than 50 current and former liquid logisticians who came out for the LLR event Friday at Stewart-Roye Hall, home to the school’s Petroleum and Water Department.

Held biannually, the LLR seeks to strengthen and preserve the petroleum and water career field through reflection, generational engagement and community awareness. More than 150 people registered for the two-day

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event. Jose Hernandez, PWD chief, said the LLR is an opportunity to appreciate those who made contributions to a still viable sector of the U.S. military.

“It’s really about them and not about us,” said the former Army logistics officer who has seen five reunions since retirement. “Some of them haven’t seen each other in a couple of years or sometimes even 20 or 30 years and now, they remember their days when they were young troops. It’s good to be able to provide the means for that.”

During the first day of the LLR on Friday, the attendees reacquainted themselves during an impromptu meet-and-greet in the StewartRoye lobby.

Later, they gathered in the PWD auditorium where they listened to Hernandez as he presented an update on schoolhouse training and education initiatives as well as the state of Army liquid logistics. They also were briefed about the Liquid Logistics Association, a nonprofit recently created to support petroleum and water community interests.

Retired Chief Warrant Officer 3 Curtis Johnson, a first-time attendee and a PWD em-

ployee, was among the PWD staff who mingled with reunion guests in the Stewart-Roye lobby. He said the sense of camaraderie was strong and the interest plentiful in seeing those who built the career field to the healthy state it is in today.

“It was great to see the folks who were the pacesetters for me and a lot of others,” said the former petroleum supply specialist and Army Logistics University instructor. “They have a legacy here, and we just want to continue to hold up that banner, do the right thing and support them.”

Although the LLR is somewhat of a social event, added Johnson, it also serves as a means to learn.

“For those who are still in the military, events like this allow them to reach back to get mentorship, guidance and direction,” he said.

“When some of these folks came up through the ranks, it was hard for them to make it but they made it. Sometimes you’ve got to take that difficult job, and talking to these folks and getting that mentorship is a big help.”

Retired Master Sgt. James “Jimbo” Lupori, a resident of Hopewell who jokingly said his

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bout 100 community members gathered at the 1st Logistics Memorial Sept. 8 to pray, sing and remember the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on New York City’s World Trade Center and the Pentagon in Arlington. Led by installation Chaplain (Col.) Claude Crisp and organized by the Religious Services Office he heads, the ceremony also included a moment of silence and a bell-ringing for each of the 15 years that has passed since the event often described as one of the most tragic incidents of the 21st century.

Photos by T. Anthony Bell

9/14/2016 4:22:37 PM

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Chaplain (Capt.) Edgar Moralesjude, 832nd Ordnance Bn., leads a prayer with those gathered for the 9-11 Remembrance Service at the 1st Logistics Memorial Sept. 8. Moralesjude was chaplain a volunteer at Ground Zero after the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001.

REACHBACK

T. Anthony Bell

From left to right, retired 1st Sgt. Geryle Jones, retired 1st Sgt. Jeremiah Wesley, Capt. Francis Rettzo and Sgt. 1st Class Genita Ruffin share a laugh in the lobby of Stewart-Roye Hall during the Liquid Logistics Reunion Friday. More than 150 current and former military members and their guests signed up for the two-day, biannual event that concluded Saturday.

pal Patterson is “old as dirt,” has been present for many of the reunions.

He said he relishes his old friendships and looks forward to the feelings of deprivation he gets when learning about new equipment and technologies through the briefings and static displays.

“I was in from 1960-82,” he said. “We didn’t have all this high-tech stuff that exists now.”

Retired Master Sgt. Darryl Johnson, a former instructor who retired in 2003, also frequents the event. The local resident said part of its appeal is the close associations participants gain as a result of training those who have a hand in moving the Army from one destination to the other.

“The training side is special and near and dear to my heart,” he said. “The Soldiers we trained have an effect all across the world because nothing moves without petroleum and water.”

In addition to the events at Stewart-Roye Hall, the guests were invited to the unveiling of an updated petroleum and water exhibit at the QM Museum. On Saturday, a picnic was scheduled in Hopewell. Brig. Gen. Rodney Fogg, the Quartermaster General, was scheduled to speak.

(COUNTERCLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE) Attendees bow their heads in prayer. • Chap. (Col.) Claude Crisp, installation chaplain, provides remarks. • Rusty Watson, Fire and Emergency Services, rings the bell 15 times to commemorate the years since the terrorist attacks. • Attendees sing “America the Beautiful.”

Reunion connects current, former liquid logistics community members T. Anthony Bell Senior Writer/Special Projects

Retired Staff Sgt. Floyd “Pat” Patterson’s reason for attending the 2016 Liquid Logisticians Reunion was quite simple: “To see some of my old friends – buddies I served with, argued with, fought with and drank with,” he said with a drawl and slight grin.

The 83-year-old, white-bearded, overallwearing Patterson was no less nostalgic as he recalled the sentiments of Soldiers from decades earlier who laid the foundations for today’s water treatment, petroleum laboratory and petroleum supply specialists who train here at the Quartermaster School. He was one of more than 50 current and former liquid logisticians who came out for the LLR event Friday at Stewart-Roye Hall, home to the school’s Petroleum and Water Department.

Held biannually, the LLR seeks to strengthen and preserve the petroleum and water career field through reflection, generational engagement and community awareness. More than 150 people registered for the two-day

001TRA09152016.indd A12-A13

event. Jose Hernandez, PWD chief, said the LLR is an opportunity to appreciate those who made contributions to a still viable sector of the U.S. military.

“It’s really about them and not about us,” said the former Army logistics officer who has seen five reunions since retirement. “Some of them haven’t seen each other in a couple of years or sometimes even 20 or 30 years and now, they remember their days when they were young troops. It’s good to be able to provide the means for that.”

During the first day of the LLR on Friday, the attendees reacquainted themselves during an impromptu meet-and-greet in the StewartRoye lobby.

Later, they gathered in the PWD auditorium where they listened to Hernandez as he presented an update on schoolhouse training and education initiatives as well as the state of Army liquid logistics. They also were briefed about the Liquid Logistics Association, a nonprofit recently created to support petroleum and water community interests.

Retired Chief Warrant Officer 3 Curtis Johnson, a first-time attendee and a PWD em-

ployee, was among the PWD staff who mingled with reunion guests in the Stewart-Roye lobby. He said the sense of camaraderie was strong and the interest plentiful in seeing those who built the career field to the healthy state it is in today.

“It was great to see the folks who were the pacesetters for me and a lot of others,” said the former petroleum supply specialist and Army Logistics University instructor. “They have a legacy here, and we just want to continue to hold up that banner, do the right thing and support them.”

Although the LLR is somewhat of a social event, added Johnson, it also serves as a means to learn.

“For those who are still in the military, events like this allow them to reach back to get mentorship, guidance and direction,” he said.

“When some of these folks came up through the ranks, it was hard for them to make it but they made it. Sometimes you’ve got to take that difficult job, and talking to these folks and getting that mentorship is a big help.”

Retired Master Sgt. James “Jimbo” Lupori, a resident of Hopewell who jokingly said his

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bout 100 community members gathered at the 1st Logistics Memorial Sept. 8 to pray, sing and remember the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on New York City’s World Trade Center and the Pentagon in Arlington. Led by installation Chaplain (Col.) Claude Crisp and organized by the Religious Services Office he heads, the ceremony also included a moment of silence and a bell-ringing for each of the 15 years that has passed since the event often described as one of the most tragic incidents of the 21st century.

Photos by T. Anthony Bell

9/14/2016 4:22:37 PM

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NATIONAL PREPAREDNESS MONTH | EVACUATION PLANNING

Emergency shelters offer safe refuge during natural, man-made disasters The question “what if?” is vital to effective emergency planning.

Properly preparing for the worst is impossible without considering all the things that could threaten personal health or safety. Those who don’t work out what courses of action they would take if, for example, their home was in the path of a devastating storm or even partially destroyed by flooding or wind damage greatly increase their chances of experiencing a lot of discomfort at the least or serious injury in severe circumstances, This article follows that train of thought, but the “what if” questions among readers shouldn’t stop here. What if you or your family had to survive without power for several days? What would happen if your kids were at school when a disaster occurred? What is the evacuation route out of your home if a fire breaks out or a tree crashes through the roof? Get the idea?

Returning to the scenario in which evacuation from a home or some other structure is the best option to avoid injury, let’s examine the options. One alternative is leaving the area using an emergency evacuation route – the topic of last week’s National Preparedness Month article (available at www.ftleetraveller.com). Another option is an evacuation shelter, particularly if designated escape routes have become overwhelmed by traffic or are inaccessible due to emergency conditions.

Be prepared. Living in a shelter is not like staying at your favorite hotel. Knowing what to expect while there will aid you in coping with ongoing events.

Shelters provide the bare necessities: food, water and a place to sleep. They can be cramped, crowded and noisy depending on the facility size and the number of individuals taking refuge there. Do not let this deter you from staying at a shelter though.

It is better to have a secure, safe haven than to cope with unpredictable situations that are potentially dangerous.

In many localities, public schools are typically designated as emergency shelters. High schools are chosen first because they have the most resources. Most communities have several other buildings tagged as potential shelters as well, which gives emergency planners the option of

avoiding locations in close proximity to dangerous conditions or selecting ones that will best accommodate the anticipated evacuee population.

It’s a good idea to research website information, weather guides and other emergency readiness resources in your local community to increase awareness of shelter locations and their requirements. Oftentimes, helpful tips for usage also can be found. Those who need help getting started can visit https://lemd. vdem.virginia.gov/Public/Default.aspx, which provides contact information for emergency managers in each community across Virginia. Individuals also can text “SHELTER” followed by their zip code to 43362 to find the nearest shelter in the local area.

Pay attention to anticipated opening times and other specific rules and require-

ments. Knowing the location of more than one facility and the available options at each is the best way to ensure a shelter is accessible when individuals need it and offers the things they or their family desires.

When evacuating to a shelter, it’s a good idea to bring the following items (all of which should be part of an emergency preparedness kit): • One gallon of water per person, per day and nonperishable food that can be eaten hot or cold. Include a manual can opener and disposable cups, plates and utensils. Have enough supplies for a twoto-three-day period.

• Emergency tools such as a batterypowered radio, flashlight and extra batteries.

• First aid kit that includes a list of any allergies and replacements for any prescription eyeglasses or contact lenses.

• A three- to five-day supply of medications.

• Sanitation supplies including toilet paper, soap, plastic garbage bags and personal hygiene items.

• A change of clothing and footwear.

• A blanket, linens, pillows or a sleeping bag.

• An extra set of car keys.

• Cash in small denominations or traveler’s checks. Carry money in a fanny pack or something with straps that can be secured to the body at all times.

• Special items for infant, elderly or disabled family members such as disposable diapers, baby food, walkers, canes or familiar comfort items.

• Personal entertainment such as cards, handheld video games with extra batteries and books. Also, reading and writing materials.

• Important papers such as birth certificates, Social Security cards, insurance papers, titles and deeds, and bank certificates – store in a sealable plastic envelope for protection.

• A lockable container to store possessions.

All shelters have registration protocols including mandatory sign-in upon arrival.

This is for accountability so emergency planners will know what the needs of the shelter population are. Obey the rules of the shelter and listen to staff instructions.

Remember to be respectful and considerate of others, and offer help where needed.

It’s important to keep pets in mind during emergency preparedness planning.

Animals should not be left at home during an evacuation, and they may not be accepted at a shelter (with the exception of service animals, which are typically accepted everywhere). To accommodate families with pets, some shelters will send animals to a county facility where they can be cared for until owners can take them home. With this in mind, it’s wise to plan ahead and include supplies and medications along with written instructions for pet care in an emergency readiness kit.

The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services maintains a list of pet-friendly shelters at www.vdacs. virginia.gov/animals/petshelter.shtml.

Additional resources for emergency planning and preparation include www.ready. gov and www.acsim.army.mil/readyarmy.

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‘A Closer Walk’ with amazing talent Terrence Phillip Williams Family and MWR Directorate

A small delegation of visitors from Winchester were among the audience members who attended Friday’s premiere of the Lee Playhouse showing of “A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline.”

This show is more a concert review of the Virginia songbird’s music than an actual boymeets-girl musical; however, where it is short on plot it is long on talent. Shannon Gibson Brown takes on the role of the singer and presents the audience with some mesmerizing vocals.

This classic musical continues Sept. 16, 17, 23 and 24, at 8 p.m.; and Sept. 18 and 25, 3 p.m.

In the eight short years Cline recorded music, she left behind a wealth of timeless classics. The creators of “A Closer Walk …” were confident enough in the music legend’s legacy to mix in a few of her less-than-famil-

iar songs with the top hits. The result is a collection of country-western, bluegrass, rockabilly and pop ballads.

For instance, the rock-n-roll fueled “Stop, Look and Listen” is featured alongside the popular “Walkin’ After Midnight.” Certified Patsy fans needn’t worry – the show features amazing renditions of the lush classics, such as “Crazy” and “Sweet Dreams.”

Credit director Frank Foster and Lighting Designer Cindy Warren with pulling off a “departure scene” that could have been soggy with sentiment – and yet the final staging of “Just a Closer Walk with Thee” inspired chills rather than muffled groans.

Michael McClain serves as the show’s narrator in the role of “Little Big Man,” a disc jockey in Cline’s hometown of Winchester, and manages to convey real sorrow with the “this-just-in” news bulletin that closes the show. Dylan Tipton takes on the varied roles of the comics who shared the stage with the recording star. He managed to inject the worn

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Shannon Gibson Brown portrays the title character during a recent dress rehearsal for “A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline.” The show runs for the next two weekends, Fridays and Saturdays, 8 p.m., and Sundays, 3 p.m.

and corny with real humor and impeccable timing.

“A Closer Walk …” is given an authentic jolt of excitement by the onstage band, which features Joshua Nash Worthan on piano, Sam Kindle on the guitar, Ben Kelly on bass, Steve Raybould on drums, Slim Staton on pedal guitar and Chris Johnston on fiddle.

(Johnston proves his worth with an amazing solo at the opening of the second act.)

Adam Smith, Travis West, Graham Burbanck and Evan Nunery are in fine voice as the Jordanaires, and add invaluably to the

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Costumer Mark Souza treats the audience to an array of elaborate wardrobes throughout the show – everything from Cline’s signature blue and white fringed Opry outfit to the glimmering sequined gown worn for her Carnegie Hall appearance. Director Foster, who did double duty as the show’s set designer, provides the production with a convincingly sturdy backdrop that serves the various scenes well, no matter the venue they are called upon to represent.

It is a bit challenging to review a show like “A Closer Walk …” as it’s more of a concert than the usual boy-meets-girl-in-theopening-number musical. However, it’s easy to recommend this show to those who love Patsy Cline, country-western tunes or even musical talent in general. With a big voice, a great band and a few good laughs, this production promises to keep audiences entertained throughout its run. The group from Winchester enjoyed it – they were the first to leap to their feet in applause at the end of the opening performance.

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BOSS Soldiers learn wilderness skills Matthew Haug FMWR BOSS Advisor

Thirty Soldiers from the 54th and 111th Quartermaster companies and Kenner Army Health Clinic medical company participated in an 8-hour Wilderness Survival Program here Saturday.

The event was coordinated by the Family and MWR Outdoor Recreation, Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers Life Skills program, and American Medical Preparedness.

Rick Pyle, owner and lead instructor of AMP and a Henrico County firefighter, and Tim MacWelsh, owner of Advanced Wilderness Survival, instructed the course.

The two gave insight to various dangerous problems and solutions one might face and prepare for in an emergency survival situation.

The class was split into two groups.

Pyle covered tarp and natural shelters, technical skills and water filtration while MacWelsh focused on hunting and trapping and informing the class of edible natural vegetation they could eat such as dandelions and acorns.

From filtering water with the pant leg of an ACU filled with a combination of sand, rocks and mud to setting wire snares and natural spring loaded traps to catch

small mammals, the group received a lot of knowledge about surviving in the wilderness.

After lunch, the instructors combined both groups together to learn primitive fire building and wilderness first-aid. The class learned several different ways to start a fire. Some of the supplies used for this were a bow drill, cotton balls, Doritos, optics, petroleum jelly, 9-volt batteries, steel wool, flint and steel, lent, lighters – that had no fuel – and many more. The – first aid section of the course was also vast. The students learned many things ranging from splints made of natural materials for legs, arms, ankles, etc. to every type of venomous snake and spider bites in the state of Virginia and what actions to take in accordance with each bite.

The class also learned how to transport injured people by building a stretcher made only from a rope, two sticks (5-6 feet in length), sleeping bag and a sleeping pad.

One of the participants in the program was Sgt. Damion Broadnax, who he said he got a lot out of it.

“The skills learned were endless” said Broadnax. “The instructors did a great job of explaining each step thoroughly and gave extra attention to those in need of assistance. I can’t wait until the Winter Survival Course.”

DOD makes prescription drug disposal easy for beneficiaries Terri Moon Cronk DOD News, Defense Media Activity

WASHINGTON – Defense Department health care beneficiaries can safely and easily dispose of expired and unused medications by bringing them to a military treatment facility or, in some cases, picking up a mailing envelope from the installation to send for destruction of the medications free of charge, Dr. George Jones, chief of the Defense Health Agency’s Pharmacy Operations Division,

said Monday.

The new Drug Take Back program allows for disposal of expired and unused prescription and over-the-counter medications to cut the risks of accidental or even intentional drug misuse for medications such as opioids, Jones said.

“DOD and the (Military Health System) are committed to reducing the risk of prescription and over-the-counter drug abuse in the military community, supporting the nation’s efforts to reduce opioid abuse,” he said.

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Two Soldiers work together to build a fire during an 8-hour Wilderness Survival Program here Saturday. The event was coordinated by the Family and MWR Outdoor Recreation, Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers Life Skills program, and American Medical Preparedness.

The instructor duo will be teaching at least two more classes at Fort Lee next year. One of the classes will have a focus on winter survival on Jan. 21, 2017, and

DOD’s Drug Take Back program is in line with White House Office of National Drug Control Policy efforts to decrease prescription drug and opioid abuse, Jones noted.

Proper medicine disposal also reduces the amount of drugs that seep into the environment through water supplies and landfills when thrown into the trash, he said, adding that practicing good medication habits can improve one’s health.

Military medical facility pharmacies can accept legal prescription and over-the-counter bottled pills, tablets and capsules, ointments, creams, lotions, powders and liquid medications that are no more than 4 ounces, Jones said, adding that pet medications

the other will be in the spring on April 29, 2017. For information on these classes and registration, call Outdoor Recreation at (804) 765-2059.

also are included in the program.

Patients can take drugs to their military treatment facility or send them by mail in a special envelope available at some pharmacies, he said.

A partial list of items that are not accepted for disposal by pharmacies include aerosol spray cans, alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, needles, syringes, sharps containers, trash, mercury thermometers, batteries and chemicals.

Jones said the Environmental Protection Agency has guidelines on disposing such items.

“It’s an opportunity for patients to get (drugs) out of their medicine cabinets, cars, homes or wherever they may have medications stored,” he said, adding that disposing of outdated drugs

also keeps them away from children.

DOD has participated with law enforcement and the DEA for many years in drug takeback events, said Cmdr. Phung Nguyen of the U.S. Public Health Service, a pharmacist at DHA’s Pharmacy Operations Division.

“We’ve so far collected over 60,000 pounds of drugs for disposal in DOD alone since January 2014,” Nguyen said. “It’s a fully recognized program. We’ve always worked with DEA and felt this effort was necessary.”

DOD civilians who use commercial pharmacies can ask their drugstores or local law enforcement agencies about disposal programs, Jones said.

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KENNER CONNECTION | ENCOURAGING HEALTHY LIFESTYLES

Take steps to promote wellness Mary Ann Crispin, RN Disease Management Coordinator

The staff at Kenner Army Health Clinic encourages Fort Lee community members to take active ownership in their overall fitness and wellness by leading a healthy lifestyle and maintaining a regular regimen of preventive health screenings.

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preventive services such as cancer screenings, preventive visits and vaccinations to name a few.

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pharmacy waiting area. They feature informational displays that provide free educational materials for essential health screenings. This information can help people understand what preventive services are and how they can help them stay healthy. Stop by the Disease Management Clinic, located on the first floor in room 101A and get a free â&#x20AC;&#x153;passportâ&#x20AC;? for health tests and screenings.

The booklet is a way to track and maintain important health information. .

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‘Be There’ suicide prevention theme resonates with troop values Terri Moon Cronk DOD News, Defense Media Activity

WASHINGTON – Preventing suicide requires the commitment of all in the Defense Department, Marine Corps Gen. Joe Dunford, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said in a videotaped message at the Sept. 7 Suicide Prevention Month kickoff at the Pentagon.

Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Robert R. Ruark, military deputy to the acting Secretary of Defense for personnel and readiness, echoed the chairman in his keynote remarks, and said this year’s theme, “Be There,” serves to raise awareness among military and civilian personnel, veterans, and their families and friends.

“The bottom line is that we care about our Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines and

Coast Guardsmen, and that (caring) has to continue after their service ends,” Ruark said.

The general recounted three stories of those who took or tried to take their lives when he commanded 4,000 troops and a base population of 8,000 in Iraq in 2008. A lance corporal, he said, took his life with a week left in his deployment.

“It just floored me,” Ruark said. “And what I found out was we were doing all the right things,” to prevent suicide.

A memorial service was conducted for the departed Marine, Ruark recalled.

“I remember the outpouring of grief … for me, it was a significant learning point,” he said.

The second suicide Ruark experienced was a colonel – an attorney who was deployed to help with the Rule of Law. Ruark

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“We had pilots, tankers, logisticians … everybody showed up because it bothered them,” he said.

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The surgeon said the Marine’s vital signs were stable. “I remember thinking, ‘He’s going to have to live with this,’” Ruark recounted.

The general recalled he met the corporal two years later at Camp Pendleton, Calif.

Ruark recalled that the scarfaced young man told him, “Sir, I wish I knew then what I know now.”

“If we can impart this knowledge and prevent (suicide) and get people to work beyond the immediacy of the moment and how things may be, they can go on to do well,” the general said.

The services have good strategies to fight suicide, Ruark said. “There is so

much to reducing the number of suicides.

It’s a long-lasting commitment. You’ve got to have a strategy and campaign, and we’ve done that for eight years. Beyond basic leadership, it’s dealing with the newer challenges our young people and veterans (deal with).”

Ruark said many veterans want to reconnect with their battle buddies and other veterans, and often do so at reunions, athletic events and clubs. “It’s going on throughout the United States, and the public supports them,” he said.

This year’s “Be There” theme will resonate with troops because it aligns with the military’s values of camaraderie, honor, courage and commitment, Ruark said. “‘Be There’ will resonate because it’s a way to hit home (suicide) is preventable,” the general said. “We need to address every commander so he or she makes resilience part of his or her drumbeat when talking to units. And we can help people cope with the immediacy of certain issues and how severe they may be by thinking about the broader picture.”

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EVENTS Back to Church Sunday Event | Sept. 18 Community members are invited to attend Fort Lee’s first “Back to Church Sunday,” part of a national movement of churches across America, Sept. 18.

There will be two services – Catholic Mass in the sanctuary of Memorial Chapel and Protestant Worship under a tent outside of Williams Stadium, both at 10 a.m.

Worship will be followed by a free picnic, petting zoo, pony rides, inflatable Kids Zone and more.

For details, call (804) 734-6494.

FMWR Library Cookbook Recipe Exchange | Sept. 20 The Family and MWR Fort Lee Community Library will host a free cookbook and recipe exchange activity, Sept.

20, 5-7 p.m., on the 2nd floor of the Army

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Participants can bring one copy of their favorite recipe and will receive a collection of recipes assembled in a booklet they design and assemble. All materials will be supplied. It is open to ages 16 and older.

Registration is required by Sept. 16.

For details, call (804) 765-8095.

Lee Playhouse ‘Nunsense’ Auditions | Sept. 19-20 The Theater Company at Fort Lee will hold auditions for “Nunsense” Sept. 19-20, 7 p.m., at the Lee Theater, Mahone Avenue.

Director Tony Sharpenstein seeks five women, ages 21-70, who should be prepared to sing at least 16 bars that show their best Broadway “belt.” Bring sheet music in the correct key (accompanist provided), and come dressed for movement. Readings will be from the script.

Rehearsals will begin immediately after casting for a Nov. 4-20 production run. No performers are paid.

For details, call (804) 734-6629.

NARFE Monthly Meeting | Sept. 21 Petersburg Chapter 28 for National Active and Retired Federal Employees has scheduled its monthly meeting Sept.

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Anne Fereday, Cardiovascular Services Line director, Southside Regional Medical Center, will present a free program “Signs and Symptoms of Heart Attacks and Strokes, and the Importance of Calling 911.”

For details, call (804) 861- 8251 or visit www.narfe.org.

RAD Event | Sept. 24 Fort Lee’s Retiree Appreciation Day is set for Sept. 24, 8:30 a.m. - noon., at the Soldier Support Center, located between 13th and 16th streets.

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Calendar, continued SPORTS & FITNESS FMWR New Stroller Fit Class at Strength Center | Ongoing Family members can improve their fitness and meet new parents during a new, free program, Stroller Fit, every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9 a.m., at the Strength Performance Center, building 6008, 16th St. The group will take part in a 3.5-mile stroll that follows a pre-determined route and utilizes the post’s sidewalks and crosswalks. It is not held on holidays.

For details, call (804) 734-5979.

body. Wednesday’s activity focuses on the upper body, and Friday’s session works on the core. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required.

For details, call (804) 734-5979.

FMWR 3-D Archery Shoot | Sept. 24 Fort Lee Family and MWR Outdoor Recreation will hold a 3-D Archery Shoot Competition on Sept. 24, 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., at the archery range adjacent to building 15014 on 5th Street.

The cost is $10 per adult, $8 for Fort Lee permit holders, $5 for youth ages 1317, and $3 for cubs 12 and under.

For details, call (804) 765-2212.

FMWR New Strength Center Fitness Classes | Ongoing

FMWR Alpha Warrior Activities | Sept. 30

Community members can learn to perform over 30 suspension training exercises at free TRX Suspension and Rip Training Classes on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, noon - 12:45 p.m., at the Strength Performance Center, building 6008, 16th St. Monday’s session focuses on the lower

Members of the community can test their fitness skills on eight elite obstacles and meet top Ninja warrior competitors Sept. 30, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., at the Strength Performance Center, building 6008, 16th St. The free program is sponsored by Army Entertainment and Army Sports. There will be a special demo for youth, ages 12-

17, 4-5 p.m. Youth, ages 12 - 15, must be accompanied by an adult.

For details, call (804) 765-3176.

YOUTH FMWR Youth Bowling League | Sept. 17 The Family and MWR Bowling Center invites all youth to join its Youth Bowling League that kicks off Sept. 17, 9:30 a.m.

The bowling center is on Battle Drive adjacent to the DMV building.

It is open to all eligible family members, ages, 6 and older. The registration fee is $20. All league bowling is free. Games are every Saturday until May. For details, call (804) 734-6860.

CYSS Sesame Street Shows | Sept. 20 There will be two performances of “Sesame Street/USO Experience for Military Families” Sept. 20, 3 p.m. and 5:30 p.m., at the School-Age Center, building 10605, Yorktown Drive.

Admission is free to DOD cardholders

and their children. Tickets are required, and are available at Parent Central Services.

Seating will be first-come, first-served.

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For details, call (804) 748-1623.

Henricus Park Publick Day | Sept. 17 The annual celebration of the 1611 founding of the “Citie of Henricus” will be observed Sept. 17, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., at Henricus Historical Park, 251 Henricus Park Road, Chester, While admission is free, the parking fee is $5 per vehicle.

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Calendar, continued 15th Annual ChesterFest | Sept. 17

PGC Wellness Fair | Sept. 17

The 15th annual ChesterFest will be held Sept. 17, beginning at 10 a.m., Chester Village Green, 11800 Centre St. The free event is the largest one-day festival in the county and features arts and craft vendors, food, contests, live music, a petting zoo, inflatables, family activities, a pie eating contest, a Richmond Symphony concert and more. Parking and shuttles are available at Thomas Dale High School, 3626 West Hundred Road.

For details, visit chesterfest.org.

A free wellness fair for residents is set for Sept. 17, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., at the Prince George County Administration building, 6602 Courts Drive.

Participants will receive wellness and health tips and information on finance.

The event will include food, vendors, a bouncy house for kids and more.

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Christian Jubilee in Dinwiddie | Sept. 17 A family community fun day is scheduled for Sept. 17, noon - 8 p.m., at Shands Park, Troublefield Road in Dinwiddie County.

The event will feature several gospel singing groups, including the Covenant Band. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for youth 12 and younger, and free for ages 2 and younger. All proceeds will be donated to the Relay for Life of Dinwiddie County.

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