Skywriter — May 2022

Naval Air Facility Atsugi May 2022

Fleet Week Japan

NAVY SEA LEGS CHALLENGE 2022 Asian American Pacific Islander Month

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Monthly Bilingual EnvironMEntal FlyEr Slug Prevention

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• What is a Slug?

A wastewater slug is any substance that could cause an imbalance or obstruction in the sewer system.

Chemicals, solvents or oils can interfere with the physical, AAPI Heritage Month Observance PG. 14 chemical, and biological processes in a wastewater treatment system.

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 DO NOT dispose of chemicals, cooking oil, or grease in sinks, drains or toilets  Protect sinks and floor drains from spills  Ensure hazardous substances are not used near sinks or floor drains

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Front & Back Covers: U.S. Navy Sailors and JMSDF sailors participate in CNRJ's Navy Sea Legs Challenge for Fleet Week Japan onboard NAF Atsugi. (U.S. Navy photos by MC2 Ange Olivier Clement)

CMDCM CORNER W i t h C o m m a n d M a s t e r C h i e f We b a R o b e r t s

Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month pays tribute to the generations of Asian and Pacific Islanders who have enriched America's history and are instrumental in its future success. This year’s theme is “Advancing Leaders Through Collaboration,” which recognizes the collective benefits resulting from a spirit of community, cooperation, and cultural engagement.

President George H.W. Bush signed a bill into law proclaiming May as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month (APAHM) in 1992. Now 30 years later, the United States Navy continues to honor the achievements and contributions of AsianAmericans and Pacific Islanders to the United States.

Today, more than 23,000 Asian-American and Pacific Islander Sailors serve our Navy team. These Sailors represent more than 56 ethnic groups, speak more than 100 languages from Asia and the Pacific Islands, and maintain a legacy of service and sacrifice.

Diversity and inclusion is and will remain a strength of our Navy. Pride and commitment to service runs deep into each of us who serve, no matter, gender or nationality. The Navy has and will continue to take pride in its workforce indefinitely. Bravo Zulu to all of our brothers and sisters of Asian American Pacific Islander heritage!

May 5th, 1944

May 8th, 1911

The hospital ship, USS Comfort (AH-6), is commissioned at San Pedro, Calif., and is the first ship to be manned jointly by U.S. Army and U.S. Navy personnel.

May 17th, 1973

Capt. Washington I. Chambers prepares the requisition for the first US Navy airplane, the Triad A-1, marking the birth of Naval Aviation.

On This Day...

Capt. Robin Lindsay Catherine Quigley becomes the first woman to hold a major Navy command when she assumes command of U.S. Navy Service School, San Diego, Calif.

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May 27th, 1942

Mess Attendant 2nd Class Doris Miller receives the Navy Cross for his heroism at Pearl Harbor, Dec. 7, 1941. Adm. Chester W. Nimitz presents the medal to Miller.

Sailors and member of Japan Self Defense Force (JMSDF) pose for a photo after taking part in the Sea Legs Challenge during Fleet Week Japan onboard Naval Air Facility (NAF) Atsugi. The Sea Legs challenge invites Japanese citizens to participate in a series of fitness challenges from Commander, Naval Forces Japan and the JMSDF during Fleet Week Japan, highlighting the close relationship between the Navy and Japan. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ange Olivier Clement)

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During the last week of May, we kicked off the second Fleet Week Japan where we continued to honor the toughness of Navy Sailors.

Last year, all five Japan CNRJ installations and more than 600 Japanese citizens joined us to complete the Navy Sea Legs Fitness Challenge where participants attempted to “earn their Sea Legs”, raising awareness of the U.S. Navy’s presence in Japan as a key partner/ally. We also celebrated Tokyo’s unique sister city relationship with New York City before the Olympics.

So once again we invited everyone to participate and we tested the physical toughness of participants by having them complete their choice of fitness option each day to finish the entire challenge.

Everyone participating would hashtag your fitness success with #FleetWeekJapan #NavySeaLegs, and #SealegsAtsugi.

Navy Sea Legs Fitness Challenge Schedule

Monday, May 23: - Option 1: Climb/Run/Walk ONE MILE - Option 2: Climb/Run/Walk 432 ft (equal to the length of the Mikasa Historical Warship) - Option 3: 60 seconds of push-ups or plank - Option 4: Plank for the duration of your favorite U.S. or Japan inspired song Tuesday, May 24: - Option 1: Climb/Run/Walk 1082 ft ( equal to the length of a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier) - Option 2: 60 seconds of push-ups or plank Wednesday, May 25: - Option 1: Climb/Run/Walk ONE mile - Option 2: Climb/Run/Walk 0.9 mile (equal to the distance up Mt. Takao) - Option 3: 60 seconds of push-ups or plank Thursday and Friday, May 26-27: - Option 1: Climb/Run/Walk Mt. Fuji (14 miles) - Option 2: Climb/Run/Walk 19 nautical miles) (equal to the lighting distance of Kannonzaki Lighthouse) - Option 3: 60 seconds of push-ups or plank - Option 4: Plank for the duration of your favorite U.S. or Japan inspired songW

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Sailors and members of Japan Maritime Self Defense Force (JMSDF) participate in the 2022 Sea Legs Challenge during Fleet Week Japan onboard Naval Air Facility (NAF) Atsugi. The Sea Legs challenge invites Japanese citizens to participate in a series of fitness challenges from Commander, Naval Forces Japan and the JMSDF during Fleet Week Japan, highlighting the close relationship between the Navy and Japan. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ange Olivier Clement)

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Monthly Bilingual EnvironMEntal FlyEr (May 2022)

Slug Prevention • What is a Slug?

A wastewater slug is any substance that could cause an imbalance or obstruction in the sewer system.

Chemicals, solvents or oils can interfere with the physical, chemical, and biological processes in a wastewater treatment system.

• How to prevent

 DO NOT dispose of chemicals, cooking oil, or grease in sinks, drains or toilets  Protect sinks and floor drains from spills  Ensure hazardous substances are not used near sinks or floor drains

• For any accidental spill, please contact: 911 ( 046-763-0911) Thank you!

CARE: Comply with rules, Always Improve, Reduce Waste, Eliminate Pollution

Questions? Please feel free to contact the Environmental Office at DSN 264-3552

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CHAPLAIN’S CORNER WORSHIP SERVICES

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Sunday

0900 – Contemporary Christian Service

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Friday

• 1200 – 1st Friday Roman Catholic Mass

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1100 – Gospel Christian Service

Chapel Offices – 264-3202 / 0467-63-3202 24/7 Duty Chaplain – 080-5026-6358

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1730 – Adult Group Study

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1700 – Roman Catholic Mass

**Live-streamed services provided. Contact our office or see our Facebook page for other available virtual programs**

TUESDAY: 1000 – Roman Catholic Women's Study

1730 – Youth Group (5th - 12th grade) WEDNESDAY 1930 – Roman Catholic Evening Prayer THURSDAY 1000 – Women's Group Study

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SMALL GROUP MINISTRIES

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SATURDAY 0800 – Men's Group Study

For Appointments: 264-3959 or 0467-63-3311

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The Final Word WITH NAVAL AIR FACILITY ATSUGI COMMANDING OFFICER

CAPT. J. M. MONTAGNET Greetings, NAF Atsugi Community, We just recently concluded conducting the Fleet Week Japan ‘Sea Legs’ Challenge! For those who missed out, this was a week-long virtual event held May 23 to the 27th that aimed to engage the Japanese public and show them what the U.S. Navy and the JMSDF do. Each day throughout the week NAF Atsugi highlighted US Navy and JMSDF Sailors getting out there and working out on social media.

And along with sailors and their families, we’re also inviting Japanese citizens to “earn their sea legs” by documenting…their challenge completion on social media using the hashtags hashtag FLEET WEEK JAPAN…hashtag NAVY SEA LEGS…hashtag SEA LEGS ATSUGI. For those Japanese who used these hashtags, they will now be randomly selected by CNFJ/CNRJ and will receive an opportunity to visit and tour NAF Atsugi! Flat out, this was a new fun way to interact with the community while continuing to build upon the wonderful relationship that the installation has with the surrounding cities. I would be remise if I didn’t mention our JMSDF colleges who teamed up with us to make it a successful endeavor…bravo zulu to them!

So moving onto the Covid front, overall, Japan continues to see some downturn in case counts, and the country is looking at various changes to resume foreign tourism in order to boost the economy…And they can do that because, currently, no prefectures are in a state of emergency. Also, according to various news sources, there is talk about taking a look at the current masking policies, especially outdoors. Personally, I hope these changes get made soon. Until then, please remember that for all SOFA members, the mask policy has not changed yet. So, it is still mandatory outside the fence line…so even though we enjoy walking around mask-less while on the installation, we all look forward to future relaxation from the countries’ standpoint, which could lead to changes to all US Forces in Japan. I think it’s fair to say that we all look forward to that day…which leads us into the PHE… Please remain cognizant of the PHE and its contents. And please do not forget that the command PHE provides full guidance on what we can and cannot do both on and off base. So, please continue to hold discussions with your chain of command if you have any questions regarding the current PHE….

Lastly, I have a few other items of interest to discuss…the first is that beginning 18 May, NAFA Security began a ‘bicycle roundup’… which will entail abandoned bicycles being confiscated and impounded if they aren't registered. This will consist of bicycles left unsecured in areas not reserved for bicycles; bicycles left in an authorized bicycle parking area in excess of 72 hours…or the bicycle is not in working order and gives the appearance of being abandoned. So for those who want to keep their bicycles registered and within standards, you need to start with proving that the bike is yours. You can use: 1. A receipt of purchase; 2. Household goods paperwork with bicycle information, or…3. A voluntary statement given to security if you don't have either of the two other documents to prove ownership. Please bring these documents to the vehicle registration office for registration. For more information, please call the vehicle registration office at 264-3805 or physical security at 264-4442. Also, May 17 Housing began the 2022 DoD Tenant Satisfaction Survey for all on-base housing tenants…This survey has been sent to everyone by email. This is your opportunity to provide feedback on your housing and community…

In closing, I want to thank each and every one of our service members and our families for your steadfast commitment to putting Covid behind us. It's working. We're almost there, and your patience and vigilance is much appreciated! Thank you again everyone.

CAPT John M. Montagnet Commanding Officer U.S. Naval Air Facility Atsugi, Japan

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