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By John Joyce, NSWC Dahlgren Division Corporate Communications It was more than déjà vu for the Marine as he loaded a hypervelocity projectile (HVP) into a gun at the Potomac River Test Range April 30.

The former artillery battery and battalion commander saw first-hand how the Department of Defense (DoD) is developing gamechanging technology.

Minutes later, he heard the 5-inch, 62-caliber open mount gun boom as it fired the advanced projectile over the test range.

It was a typical day at the range with one grand exception.

The Marine loading the HVP was none other than Deputy Secretary of Defense Bob Work.

Work visited the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) to thank service members and civilians, and to observe the live fire of three guns: the 5-inch, 62-caliber open mount test gun; the MK 45 Mod 4 gun system; and the electromagnetic railgun.

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An artist rendering illustrates the Office of Naval Research-funded electromagnetic railgun installed aboard the joint high-speed vessel USNS Millinocket (JHSV 3). Deputy Secretary of Defense Bob Work observed the live fire of three guns, including the electromagnetic railgun - a long-range weapon that launches projectiles using electricity instead of chemical propellants - at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) Potomac River Test Range April 30.

Work highlighted the Defense Innovation Initiative, a DoD-wide effort to sustain and advance America’s military dominance for the 21st century.

Moreover, he empha-

sized the importance of investing in innovation, reforming the defense enterprise, and maintaining U.S. technological superiority.

“We continue to im-

prove current capabilities while we also identify new technologies and ways of fighting to bolster our operational advantages,” said Work. “Though there is much prototyping and

demonstrating left to do, the implications for the future are game-changing.”

During his visit, Work witnessed the first time an

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Former Dahlgren Librarian Returns for Murderously Good Book Signing

By Barbara Wagner Staff Writer Write about what you know - a sage piece of advice often given to aspiring authors and one that has served former Dahlgren librarian Amy Lilly well. Her love of writing and career as a librarian have produced two books with another on the way about murder and romance in a small town library.

Lilly will be returning to the Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren General Library for a book signing May 15 at 4 p.m. to share her writings with the community.

“It reminds me in a way of the Angela Lansbury series ‘Murder

She Wrote,’” Lilly laughs as she describes her debut novel. “My heroine Phee Jefferson- like Lansbury’s character Jessica Fletcher is an everyday person, a librarian in fact, who accidently stumbles into solving crimes.

“I have always been interested in writing but hadn’t been successful at translating them into print until this past November, when I took part in an annual challenge from ‘NaNoWriMo’ National Novel Writing Month,” she continued. “Basically, you write about 1,700 words a day and complete a 50,000-word novel in a month. I thought ‘I can do that.’”

With the help of a friend, who

Photo courtesy of Amy Lilly

Amy Lilly, former librarian at the Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren General Library, is in the middle of writing a three-part murder mystery series, with at least one of her characters inspired by her time at Dahlgren. She returns to Dahlgren on May 15 for a book signing at the General Library from 4 to 6 p.m.

read each day what she wrote, Lilly was able to complete her first novel “Death is Long Overdue”

during that challenge. “She kept me honest.” Lilly said. “She would say - ‘your character wouldn’t say it like that!’ It was wonderful having that immediate input.”

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Dahlgren Motorcycle Safety Day

Motorcycle riders at NSF Dahlgren held a safety day event at the Base Theater on May 8. Riders participated in a safety brief and safety check of motorcycles, then went on a group ride to Fredericksburg and back to the base. Military riders are required to take a motorcycle safety course to ride on the base. The course is also open to civilian employees who’d like to participate. Contact your command Motorcycle Safety Coordinator for more info, or call 540-653-3665.

Ombudsmen Provide Support for Families and Single Sailors

By Barbara Wagner Staff Writer In a month where we celebrate National Military Spouse Appreciation Day, it would be remiss not to take note of a few of the exceptional military spouses who have volunteered to serve their community in key roles. The Navy Ombudsman Program is an integral part of incorporating the vital role the military spouse performs in the command; Donna Carter, Aegis Training and Readiness Center (ATRC) ombudsman and Laura Ludwig, the Naval Support Activity South Potomac (NSASP) ombudsman exemplify the service and dedication required of the military spouses.

In the role of ombudsman, both Carter and Ludwig are required to attend ongoing specialized training to serve as a liaison between the command and the families within. In their role, they keep their respective commands

abreast of the needs and concerns in the community, as well as helping the community navigate the ins and outs of military life and transitioning into the command. The ombudsman also play a major role in assisting the single Sailors in adjusting to base life and support their extended families, many of whom are eager for information to help support their service members as well.

“I am essentially the go-to ‘Google app’ for needs in the local community,” Ludwig explains. “I may not always know the information first hand, but I know where to find it.”

There are numerous support avenues available to military family members; the difficulty is often knowing where to find it. The ombudsman’s role is to facilitate locating assistance and offering support in times of need to spouses and family members. It is that support in times of crisis that often encourages a spouse to become part of

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Donna Carter, left, ombudsman for the Aegis Training and Readiness Center (ATRC), and Laura Ludwig, right, ombudsman for Naval Support Activity South Potomac (NSASP). the ombudsman program.

For Carter, the 2010 earthquake and tsunami in Japan motivated her with a desire to help.

“It was during the 2010 earthquake and tsunami that I learned how invaluable ombudsman were,” said Carter. “I would say that played a part in my motivation to become one.

Being mentored by two wonderful ombudsmen

made the decision even easier.”

For Ludwig, NSASP is her second tour as an ombudsman. “The first was nearly 10 years ago at [Strategic Communications Wing One] in Oklahoma. I decided to step into the role because of my passion for volunteering and helping others, especially fellow military families. After serving in

multiple board positions with the USS Nassau family readiness group (FRG) alongside our ombudsman, I knew that was a role I would be interested in filling at the command in Oklahoma which did not have an FRG.” Carter and Ludwig agree that one of the most important aspects of being successful in a transition to both military life as well as upon arrival at a new facility, is getting involved in the community as soon as possible, whether through volunteering or taking advantage of the many resources offered by the command.

“Take the time to find out everything you can about your new duty station from the local housing market to information on schools and places to shop for groceries,” Ludwig offered. This advice will help with successfully navigating a new command and role.

Another sage piece of advice from Carter centered on the importance of

asking for assistance, “Yes, military spouses can handle almost everything, but we also need to remember we can’t do it all,” she said.

“Ombudsman are here as a resource and we are underutilized at times.”

As we celebrate the Month of the Military Family, remember that your ombudsman are here for you as you support your service member; they look forward to making your role as spouse and family member as successful as possible.

Both Carter and Ludwig also emphasized that they are here for the single Sailors as well to provide support and information to the Sailors and their extended families. To contact Donna Carter, the ATRC ombudsman, you can call (540) 850-1162 or email her at ATRCOmbud@gmail.com. NSASP Ombudsman Laura Ludwig (covering both Dahlgren and Indian Head), can be reached at atnsasp. ombudsman@yahoo.com.

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Forum to recount impact of the War Years on Dahlgren and region A community forum hosted at the University of Mary Washington’s Dahlgren Campus on June 11 will feature a panel discussion focused on the impact of World War II on Dahlgren and the surrounding community.

Held in the UMW Dahlgren Campus’ University Hall, the community forum will be open to the public and offered at no charge. The event will begin at 4:30 p.m. with an informal reception and the program will begin at 5 p.m.

The Dahlgren Heritage Foundation is targeting 2015 as a year-long opportunity to observe the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II through the lens of the innovations and technology developed and tested by the U.S. Navy at Dahlgren, Va. that helped determine the outcome of that war and continue to be critical to the tactical and strategic capabilities to U.S. armed services today and into the future.

The centerpiece of this year-long commemoration will be a series of quarterly community forums hosted at the UMW Dahlgren Campus. The June 11 forum opens the series with a guest panel that includes Elizabeth Lee, president of the King George Historical Society; Ann Swope, former

environmental scientist, safety and environmental director and chief of staff for Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division; Ira West, a mathematician who worked in exterior ballistics, geoballistics and antisubmarine warfare and headed both the Systems Simulation and Operational Support Branches of Dahlgren Division’s Strategic Systems Department prior to his retirement in 1990; and Gladys West, a programmer with Dahlgren Division for large-scale computers and project manager for data processing systems used in the analysis of satellite data. Prior to her retirement in 1998, her work contributed to the development of the modern Global Positioning System.

The panel will be moderated by Ed Jones, president of the Dahlgren Heritage Foundation. And special guest remarks will be provided

by Capt. Mary Feinberg, commanding officer for Naval Support Activity South Potomac.

The World War II commemorative programming of 2015 will also provide a platform for the Foundation to prepare for the centennial of the Navy base at Dahlgren in 2018. The Foundation anticipates that the Dahlgren Heritage Museum

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ers. “My husband Dennis has been at Dahlgren for 32 years and we have made some wonderful friends there, including Ziggy (Anthony Ziegler at Gray’s Landing on the Potomac).” Lilly explains.

“Ziggy and I had been talking on Facebook about my new novel and he joked that I needed to base a character on him; I told him ‘be careful what you wish for’.” The character - Ziegfried - is the antagonist to Phee’s love interest in the series- the local sheriff. “His character is making a comeback in the book three as well,” Lilly promised.

She encourages aspiring writers of all ages at Dahlgren to participate in the NaNoWriMo challenge this coming November and is currently working on the third installment of her series, “Permanently Delated.” Information about the challenge can be found at http://nanowrimo.org/.

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Through the course of writing the book, six of Lilly’s coworkers at the Raleigh County Public Library ate lunch and edited together; by the end of the month she had around 15 people who were reading along with her.

In light of the success Lilly has enjoyed so far with her first release, it would seem that the feedback she was receiving was spot on. “Death is Long Overdue” was an independent release through Ingraham Publishing and is also doing well on Amazon.com. This first success has prompted Lilly to continue with her heroine in a second novel that was released in April, “Summer Reading is Killing Me!” This second novel features a familiar character to Lilly, one whom she is especially excited to share with her Dahlgren read-

will factor into the base’s centennial observance and will serve as helpful catalyst not only to tell the history of Dahlgren, but also to promote its future.

The Dahlgren Heritage Museum will host special openings and programs to coincide with the quarterly community forums.

Plans are underway to showcase special exhibits at the museum and coordinate with military commands on Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren for public tours of the base.

Additionally, the mu-

seum plans to host a student STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) activity and student tour of the base.

The goal of the Foundation is to generate a public understanding of the impact the U.S. Navy base at Dahlgren and the surrounding community has had in using science and technology to strengthen national defense, particularly through support for warfighters.

Dahlgren’s function as the Navy’s principal proving ground at the outset of World War II provided

a critical capability for proofing and testing every major naval gun and all ammunition supplied to the Fleet to directly influence and support force readiness throughout the global conflict.

Dahlgren’s ballistic ranges, coupled with the scientific and technical expertise resident at the base at the outset of World War II, played an important role in the nation’s development of its first atomic weapon delivery system.

Dahlgren’s ballistic ranges continue to provide a unique capability

for proofing and testing every major naval gun and Fleet ammunition, as well as supporting RDT&E and proof testing for leading-edge weapons systems for Navy and other U.S. armed services.

The siting of the Naval Ordnance Relay Calculator (NORC) computer and further evolutions of computer systems employed at Dahlgren have been key to development of leading-edge ballistics research, space geodesy and space surveillance, and computer/ weapon systems integration, and have provided essential operational support to Navy and other U.S. armed forces on both strategic and tactical levels.

Today, Dahlgren has grown to serve as home to multiple DoD commands that execute a broad spectrum of scientific and response-force missions serving all branches of the U.S. armed services.

NSF Dahlgren makes a significant economic contribution to the local community and the installation’s military commands, as a whole, serve as the largest employer in King George County, and one of the largest employers in the greater Fredericksburg area.

Cannonball Lanes upgrades complete U.S. Navy photo by Stacey Scarabello

Cannonball Lanes at Naval Support Facility Dahlgren unveiled upgrades to the facility that are sure to make bowling there more fun than ever! Ten large, flat screen TVs, 10 flat screen monitors attached to the pedestals, new scoring cameras, a new Point Of Sale system and an Automatic Trouble Call System have been added. Lanes one and two also upgraded from the 90Xli to Edge systems.

For more information, call 540-653-7327.

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Base Happenings Dahlgren Dahlgren Commissary Caselot Sale

The Dahlgren Commissary will hold a caselot sale June 18 - 20. Come in and stock up on all your favorite items at low prices!

DMV2Go at Dahlgren

DMV2Go will bring their Virginia DMV services to NSF Dahlgren on May 21 from 9 a.m.

- 4 p.m. at the Parade Field Pavilion Parking Lot. DMV2Go offers lots services to save you the time of waiting in a DMV office. Renew your license and registration, register a vehicle, take a driver’s test and more. Bring your documents and save yourself lots of time!

Asian Pacific American Heritage Observance

An Asian Pacific American Heritage Observance will be held at NSF Dahlgren on May 28 at the Base Theater at 11 a.m. Guest speaker will be RADM Peter Gumataotao, Commander, Naval Surface Force, Atlantic. This event is open to all with base access.

Second Tour Thrift Store

Second Tour Thrift Store, a Dahlgren Officers’ Spouses Club volunteer-run organization, offers free uniforms (gently used) for active duty military members are always available on the porch. Store profits are donated back to the community in the form of scholarships for military families who have served at Naval Support Facility Dahlgren and support for local charities serving King George County. The store is located at 722 Sampson Rd. and is open on Thursdays from 12:30 - 3 p.m.

Indian Head “Treasures” Thrift Store Donations

“Treasures” is open on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The store is located at 12 Strauss Ave. next door to the USO. Donations of gently used items are currently being accepted.

Barbeque truck at IH, Stump Neck

Enjoy delicious T&J Barbeque at NSF Indian Head on Wednesdays and Thursdays, from approximately 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., next to the library, and at the NSF Indian Head Stump Neck Annex on Tuesday, from approximately 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., next to Building 2195.

To publish information on your event or program under “Base Happenings,” contact Andrew Revelos at 540-653-6012 or email andrew.revelos1@navy.mil

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CSCS selects Civilian of the Quarter

By Kimberly Lansdale, CSCS Public Affairs Office

Center for Surface Combat Systems (CSCS) announced its Civilian of the Quarter (COQ) for the first quarter of 2015 at an awards ceremony at the Arleigh Burke auditorium onboard Naval Support Facility Dahlgren Apr. 23.

“I was astounded when I first received the news,” said Human Resources (HR) Liaison Ms. Karen Martin. “I work with a great team and I’m very grateful for this award.”

Martin has been part of the manpower and personnel team since Jun. 2010.

“I love my job,” she said. “I feel that the work I do positively impacts the CSCS community. I provide human resources policy oversight, I am responsible for recruiting, staffing and placement, and manage awards and classification of civilian positions for headquarters and its 14 learning sites.”

Martin’s supervisor, Mr. Scott Russell, director for Manpower and Personnel, nominated her for the award.

“Karen has given so much to this organization,” Russell explained. “Every day she arrives prepared to make a difference and she has. This particular quarter, she exceeded all expectations and is most certainly deserving

of this award. Karen has provided the domain with outstanding HR services and we are quite fortunate to have her at CSCS.” CSCS’ mission is to develop and deliver surface ship combat systems training to achieve surface warfare superiority. CSCS headquarters’ staff oversees 14 learning sites and provides nearly 70,000 hours of curriculum for 700 annually courses to more than 40,000 Sailors. CSCS delivers specialized training for Officer and Enlisted Sailors required to tactically operate, maintain, and employ shipboard and shore-based weapons, sensors, and command and control systems utilized in today’s navy.

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HVP was fired from the MK 45 Mod 4 gun system.

“It was an honor to demonstrate the HVP’s launch compatibility with this gun system for the Deputy Secretary of Defense,” said NSWCDD Commander Capt. Brian Durant. “This is the first step toward integrating the hypervelocity projectile into the Navy’s MK 45 Mod 4 gun system.”

The MK 45 Mod 4 gun system — the current gun system deployed on the Navy’s newest ships — enhances Naval Surface Fire Support capabilities and provides fire mission flexibility for anti-surface and anti-air warfare.

The HVP — combined with the MK 45 — will support various mission areas including naval surface fire support, and has the capacity to expand to a variety of anti-air threats, antisurface, and could expand the Navy’s engagement options against current and emerging threats.

At the electromagnetic railgun facility, the deputy secretary of defense witnessed a shot in the commissioning series of the new repetitive-rate medium caliber electromag-

netic railgun, sponsored by the Office of Naval Research.

“This gun will serve as a laboratory research device for experiments on repetitive-rate bore life, instrumentation, and controls development,” said NSWCDD Technical Director Dennis McLaughlin who, along with Durant, accompanied Work throughout his visit. “We use smaller caliber railguns for risk reduction before testing concepts in major caliber. This science and technology effort is targeting repetitive-rate launcher and pulse-power risk reduction to ensure successful railgun weapon system demonstrations.”

Electromagnetic railgun technology uses an electromagnetic force — known as the Lorenz Force — to rapidly accelerate and launch a projectile between two conductive rails. The guided projectile is launched at such high velocities that it can achieve greater ranges than conventional guns. It harnesses enough kinetic energy that it doesn’t require any kind of high explosive payload when it reaches its target.

High-energy electromagnetic railguns are expected

to be lethal and effective against multiple threats, including enemy warships, small boats, air targets and land-based targets.

“The deputy secretary of defense saw capabilities that are crucial in sustaining our warfighting edge and technological superiority,” said Durant. “Hypervelocity projectiles fired from powder guns and the electromagnetic railgun are important technologies in the Navy’s mixed arsenal of current and future weapons.”

The electromagnetic railgun technology will complement current kinetic weapons currently aboard surface combatants and offer a few specific advantages.

It represents an “incredible new offensive capability for the U.S. Navy,” said Navy Chief Engineer Rear Adm. Bryant Fuller in an April 2014 news release about plans to install and test a prototype electromagnetic railgun aboard a joint high speed vessel in fiscal year 2016. “This capability will allow us to effectively counter a wide-range of threats at a relatively low cost, while keeping our ships and Sailors safer.”

The cost per engage-

ment against specific threats is orders of magnitude less expensive than comparable missile engagements. The railgun projectile is being designed to enable the conservation of expensive missiles for use against more complex threats.

“NSWCDD will leverage its knowledge of electromagnetic launchers, hypervelocity projectiles, and directed energy weapons, as well as its established core capabilities in complex warfare systems development and integration,” to incorporate electric weapons technology into existing and future fighting forces and platforms, stated McLaughlin and Durant in NSWCDD’s 2015-2020 Strategic Plan.

NSWCDD, a NAVSEA warfare center division, is a premier research and development center that serves as a specialty site for weapon system integration. The command’s unique ability to rapidly introduce new technology into complex warfighting systems is based on its longstanding competencies in science and technology, research and development, and test and evaluation.

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MWR Volunteers Honored

Retiree Activity Office

Child and Youth Services Indian Head MWR Volunteers U.S. Navy photos by Barbara Wagner and Stacey Scarabello

Dahlgren MWR Volunteers

Naval Support Activity South Potomac (NSASP) honored the distinguished groups of both Dahlgren-and Indian Head-based volunteers this month for their support of MWR programs.

Delivering the expression of thanks was Capt.

Mary Feinberg, commanding officer of NSASP, acknowledged the countless hours of volunteer work represented at both bases, recognizing that volunteers were a critical component of completing the mission of readiness and quality of life on Dahlgren and Indian Head. “The world class care we provide to our service members would not be accomplished without the dedication and commitment of our volunteers,” said Feinberg.

“We are incredibly grateful for their service.”

NSASP Command Master Chief Dee Allen also attended the ceremonies. Groups recognized included members from the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program, Child and Youth Services, the Retiree Activities Office, Fleet & Family Support Center, Sexual Assault Prevention and Response, and other MWR activities. Thank you for your service, volunteers!

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NSF Dahlgren Welcomes New Fire Chief

By Barbara Wagner Staff Writer

A recent interview with Brynne Burrough, fire chief for Naval District Washington (NDW) Fire and Emergency Services Dahlgren Company, highlighted not only his experience in working within a naval command, but also his drive to bring his very best to that role and for his community.

Burrough comes to Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren from South Carolina, where he served as assistant fire chief at Marine Corp Air Station (MCAS) Beaufort. Burrough began his career in emergency services with the Air Force in 1983 and attended the Department of Defense Fire Academy at Chanute Air Force Base, Ill. He has served in various overseas commands including Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples, Italy and

Army honors NSWC Dahlgren Division engineer with Superior Civilian Service Award

U.S. Navy photo Barbara Wagner

Incoming Naval District Washington (NDW) Fire and Emergency Services Dahlgren Company Fire Chief Brynne Burrough, center, during a recent training exercise onboard Naval Support Facility (NSF) Indian Head. the Guantanamo Bay Fire Department in Cuba.

Burrough defines his first challenge as one that is also a part of one of his short term goals - to meet the key players and understand their

roles and responsibilities.

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Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) Commanding Officer Capt. Brian Durant presents the Superior Civilian Service Award to NSWCDD engineer Anthony Nicoletti during the command’s Management Forum March 31. The Department of the Army recognized Nicoletti with the award for his exemplary performance while leading innovative and major acquisition and program management initiatives from January 2011 to March 2014 as the Deputy Joint Project Manager for Protection. An example of Nicoletti’s outstanding technical expertise is illustrated by the installation of a shipboard collective protection system for U.S. Navy ships that responded to humanitarian assistance efforts during the Fukushima Daiichi (Japan) nuclear disaster. He was also instrumental in the planning, coordination, and facilitation of collectively protecting the MV Cape Ray to support the U.N. Security Council resolution to neutralize Syrian chemical stockpiles.

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Capt. Feinberg visits Charles Composite Squadron CAP

By Andrew Revelos, NSASP Public Affairs Naval Support Activity South Potomac’s commanding officer talked aviation, education and service to group of likeminded young people and adults during her visit to the Civil Air Patrol’s (CAP’s) Charles County Composite Squadron at the Maryland Airport on May 4. Capt. Mary Feinberg doesn’t often get a chance discuss flying now that she commands two Navy installations, but her career as an aviator, and in particular her tour with Antarctica Development Squadron Six (VXE6), kept the group leaning in and asking questions.

Established in 1941, the CAP is the U.S. Air Force Auxiliary and supports emergency services, cadet programs and aerospace education. The Charles Composite Squadron is one of 27 CAP squadrons and flights in the state of Maryland.

Feinberg began by discussing her career and how it has changed over the years. “Before I was flying desks-and that isn’t going away anytime soon-I was navigating aircraft,” she

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Members of the Civil Air Patrol Charles Composite Squadron with Capt. Mary Feinberg, commanding officer of Naval Support Activity South Potomac (NSASP) and a naval aviator, during her visit May 4. said. As an aviator, Feinberg traveled the world and shared photos of her experiences with the cadets.

In reality, she explained, her Navy career began long before she put on a uniform.

“My father drove ships for the Navy and my mother was ac-

tually in the Navy when she met my father. As I was growing up, my father used to tell me that I should go into the military. I told him I never wanted to be in the military; I never wanted to wear a uniform or a hat on my head.”

After completing high

school and college, Feinberg reconsidered that position. “Well, parents typically know what’s best for you,” she said. “Even if you’re not really listening to them, you’ll probably end up where they thought you’d be a good fit.”

Feinberg’s Navy journey began when she enlisted and served as an air traffic controller at a flight training facility. The more she helped train aviators, however, the more she wanted to be an aviator. She applied to become an aviation of-

ficer and learned that she had been accepted when her base commanding officer offered to take her flying. “I was thrilled,” she said.

Going through aviation officer candidates school, Feinberg learned the importance of attention to detail and encouraged the cadets to practice it. “Why do you guys think attention to detail is so important?” she asked.

“One small mistake could mess up the whole aircraft,” quickly answered one cadet.

“Absolutely,” Feinberg replied. “You don’t deviate from the checklist. Attention to detail is absolutely critical, even to you your everyday life.”

Attention to detail was especially critical for Feinberg in Antarctica, where she navigated LC-130 aircraft around the continent in support of the National Science Foundation. Beside the interesting photos of orcas surfacing in a hole in the ice and a very large, very friendly emperor penguin, Feinberg spoke about the specific aviation challenges.

“We would haul scientists

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Fire: Working inside and outside the gates Continued from page 6

and Indian Head at any given time.

An immediate mission that he is supporting is one that NDW Regional Deputy Fire Chief Michael Murray has been working on for some time. It is a departmental goal to get new people on board to lighten the load on the current personnel and Burrough is looking forward to adding new team members.

Another task for Burrough is to ensure that improvements to the fire station at Dahlgren or the establishment of a new station is near the top of the list of base priorities. He wants station crew to have safe and functional locations from which they can continue their outstanding service. Critical to this task is focusing on the latest regu-

lations and mandates, and identifying any shortfalls. From there, Burrough would like to build to accommodate those new needs and to meet the future challenges of emergency services.

“In this day and age of budgetary constraints, it is vital that we are able to fall back on the research and data that supports the importance of our mission,” Burrough emphasized. “We really have to show our leadership the importance and scope of our job, in addition to responding to dispatch.”

One of the interesting aspects of this new post to Burrough is the number of volunteers associated with this organization. “It is not uncommon for the local municipalities to show up on a call and I see full time employees of our department who are

working just as hard in their capacity as volunteers,” he said. “These guys really live, breath and work emergency services. There is a great relationship that South Potomac Fire and Emergency Services shares with the organizations outside the gates and those roots run deep. I am very impressed with that relationship and I look forward to moving forward with that.

“I am also very fortunate” Burrough continued, “in that higher above me there is a clear vision for all of the districts in the region. I think it’s up to me to help move this organization forward and I am ready for the task. I know there is going to be a great deal of work in the next year or so to accomplish these goals, and I am up for the challenge. I don’t quit and I always ring the bell!”

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Outstanding Public Works Personnel Recognized

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U.S. Navy photos by Barbara Wagner

Capt. Tony Edmonds, commanding officer of Naval Facilities Engineering Command Washington (NAVFACWASH) recognized outstanding members of his organization during a May 11 awards ceremony at Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren. Jeffrey Bossart, Environmental Program Director, received the Meritorious Civilian Service Award, the second highest award afforded a civilian employee from the federal government, for his outstanding service to Naval Support Activity South Potomac (NSASP). “I know if your name is associated with a project that I can count on you doing an exceptional job,” said Capt. Mary Feinberg, commanding officer of NSASP. “I can always rely on you to provide me with everything I need to know - good or bad-to make informed decisions.” Bossart’s wife, Bobbie, and NAVFACWASH’s top leader at NSASP, Cmdr. Jeff Brancheau, were present for the award presentation. Lt. Cmdr. Jake Segalla received the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal, with gold star in lieu of medal, from Edmonds for his outstanding service during his tour at NSASP. Ellsworth ‘Skip’ Mills, a lead maintenance mechanic, was recognized as the employee of the quarter for the second quarter of 2015. Mark Lawrence, electrician apprentice, was recognized at the employee for the second quarter of 2015. Larry Hinson, pipefitter, received a coin from Edmonds for his service to the installation during the recent winter weather during the first quarter of 2015.

James Sawdy, carpenter, also received a coin from Edmonds for his dedication to the mission and willingness to go above and beyond during the first quarter of 2015. Congratulations to all who were recognized and to the entire Public Works team for the services they provide NSFs Dahlgren and Indian Head every day!

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and their equipment around to test the environment, the atmosphere, the rocks, the snow and the ice,” she said. “[The scientists] would tell us where they wanted to go; we’d pick a spot [to land] and fly around to make sure it was safe.”

The pilots had to make two perpendicular passes on the landing area with the rear wheels down before they could be sure the site was safe. “There are a lot of crevasses, a lot of valleys

that could potentially open up and swallow people,” she said. “Then we would land the aircraft. We would never shut down the engines because it was so cold down there, they would not restart.”

Feinberg spent the remainder of the visit taking questions from the cadets and their adult leadership, whose curiosity was obvious.

What is life like on a ship?

How does a military career affect family life? What is it like to be a woman in the military? What college did you go to? What made you want to become an officer?

Do you recommend that

young people join the Navy?

Feinberg answered each question and on the latter, encouraged the cadets to keep their options open by applying themselves at school. Of course, she also admitted that she was a little biased on the matter.

“I’m partial to the Navy and it is my favorite service, but you know, we are all one team,” she said. “We all contribute to the safety of this country.”

After Charles Composite Squadron thanked Feinberg and presented her with a cake, the curiosity and conversations continued into the evening.

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MWR Highlights a respite care referral and $4/hour for all other eligible patrons. Please call the center for more information and to register.

Craftech 540-653-1730

Creative Classes at Craftech

Aquatics Center 540-653-8088

Aqua Aerobathon

May 15 from 2 to 4 p.m. Suit up for NSF Dahlgren’s Aqua Areobathon! Classes included are: Wet Express (2-2:30 p.m.), Shallow Water Workout (2:30-3 p.m.) and Deep Water Workout (3-4 p.m.). Come for one or stay for all three! Registration will take place before the event at the aquatics center. Cost: FREE

Memorial Day Weekend at the Pool

May 23-25 from 12 to 6 p.m. Not planning to travel for the holiday weekend? Stop by the Aquatics Center and cool off in the pool!

Bingo

540-653-8785

Spring Specials

Thursday Evenings at the Community House. Doors open at 4 p.m. Early Bird games start at 5 p.m. New spring specials are here! Buy 2 packs for $35.00 and get 1 double action and 1 purple card for free. Buy 3 packs for $45.00 and get 1 double action, 1 red and 1 purple card for free! Military, Military Spouses, Retired Military and Dependents can buy 1 regular pack for $20.00 and get 1 double action, 1 purple and 1 red card for free! Try your luck on Thursday! The jackpot now starts at $1,000 and 48 numbers and will increase $100 and 1 number each week it is not won. Payouts for regular games start at $50. Food and beverages (non-alcoholic and adult beverages) are available for purchase. All with base access are invited. Participants playing bingo must be 18 years of age or older.

A valid form of identification must be shown to purchase alcoholic beverages. For more information, please contact the ITT office at 540-653-8785.

Cannonball Lanes 540-653-7327

All-U-Can Bowl Fridays

Every Friday from 7 p.m. to midnight.

Enjoy two hours of all you can bowl! Rates for all you can bowl are: Military $6.95/person & Civilian $7.95/person. Both rates include shoe rental.

9-Pin Tournament

May 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. Join Cannonball Lanes on the third Saturday of every other month for a 9-pin tournament. 9 pins count as strikes. The highest scratch wins. A prize will be awarded to the first place finisher.

Please register no later than May 13th. Cost: $10.00/person.

Child & Youth CDC 540-653-4994 YAC 540-653-8009

Give Parents a Break

At the Child Development Center. Eligible patrons include all children 6 weeks to 5 years of age (not in kindergarten). The CDC is offering extended hourly care scheduled for the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month and the 2nd Saturday of each month. This care is free with

Spring has sprung! Fill your home with new décor that you create yourself! Craftech offers classes for framing and matting, stained glass, wax and watercolor and wreath making! Craftech can also personalize just about anything for you! They have a brand new embroidery machine. Stop in today and see what they can do for you!

Fitness Center 540-653-8580

BodyGem

Personalize your health and fitness program by finding out your unique metabolism, which is the number of calories your body burns each day. A simple and accurate metabolism measurement can help you reach your goals faster than ever. Call the fitness center to set-up an appointment.

Cost: Active Duty/Reservist, $15.00; Military Retirees and Dependents, $25.00; All Others, $35.00.

Powerhouse Competition

May through June every Wednesday between the hours of 6-8 a.m., 11 a.m.-1 p.m., or 4-6 p.m. The overall male and female winners will receive a special prize. Participants who accumulate 600 points will receive an event t-shirt. May consists of max weight scores (scored determined by Wilks Coefficient) in bench press, deadlift and squat. June consists of max reps of pull-ups, push-ups and sit-ups. Please register at the fitness center. Cost: FREE.

Summer Travel

ITT offers great discounts on Disney park tickets, Universal Studios, Sea World and much more! Staying local for the summer?

Don’t worry! ITT has discounted tickets for several Washington D.C., Baltimore and Virginia theme parks, museums, aquariums and other attractions.

Liberty Center 540-653-7277

Liberty Shuttle Service

May 16 from 7 to 11:45 p.m. Liberty Center Patrons Only: E1- E6 Single/Unaccompanied Active Duty Military.

Liberty is providing a shuttle service in the local area. Please call or stop in the Liberty Center to get more information.

Wing Wednesday

May 20 at 4 p.m. Liberty Center Patrons Only: E1- E6 Single/Unaccompanied Active Duty Military. Enjoy FREE hot wings while they last. Cost: FREE

Memorial Day Celebration

May 25. Liberty Center Patrons Only: E1E6 Single/Unaccompanied Active Duty Military. Spend the holiday with your friendly, fun staff at Liberty! Gray’s Landing will be bringing the food to you! Cost: FREE.

Domino’s Pizza Night

May 26 at 4 p.m. Liberty Center Patrons Only: E1- E6 Single/Unaccompanied Active Duty Military. Watch your favorite movies, relax and enjoy FREE pizza!

General Library 540-653-7474

Storytime at the Library

Every Friday at 10 a.m. Short or tall, big or small, enjoy storytime and crafts for all!

Join the General Library every Friday to read a story and make a craft. Cost: FREE.

Military Spouse Appreciation

May 15 from 3:30 to 4 p.m. As a thank you to military spouses, we invite you to the library where you can enjoy a light lunch before the book reading and signing event.

Cost: FREE.

Book Reading and Signing

May 15 from 4 to 6 p.m. Amy E. Lilly, author of Death is Long Overdue, will be at the Dahlgren General Library for a book reading and signing. Enjoy complimentary snacks and wine available for purchase. Must be 21 years of age or older to consume alcoholic beverages. Cost: FREE.

ITT

540-653-8785

New York City Day Trip

May 16. Sign up today at ITT for the one-day trip to New York City! Space is limited so don’t delay! Cost: $60.

540-653-7336

Civilians - $5; AD, Retired, Reserve, Family Members (E7 - above) $4; AD, Reserve, Family Members (E6 - below) - $2.50; Child (6-11) - $2; Child (5 and under) - Free; Tickets for a movie shown in 3-D are an additional $1

Friday, May 15th, 7 p.m.

The Longest Ride, PG-13 Saturday, May 16th, 4 p.m.

Unfriended, R Saturday, May 16th, 7 p.m.

Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2, PG Friday, May 22nd, 7 p.m.

Little Boy, PG-13 Saturday, May 23rd, 4 p.m.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles FREE ADMISSION, PG-13 Saturday, May 23rd, 7 p.m.

The Age of Adeline, PG-13 ment only. Need help with a computer program? Don’t know where to start? Sign up for your one-on-one, 30 minute session at the library to work on anything you’d like.

Please call on the previous Friday to make an appointment. Cost: FREE.

Paws for Reading

2nd Monday of Every Month from 3:45 to 5 p.m. Who doesn’t love dogs? Now you can sign up for a 15 minute session to read to and pet a furry friend! Please register at the library, the Friday before to make your appointment. Cost: FREE.

Aerobathon

May 16 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Calling all fitness levels! It’s Women’s Health Week. Celebrate by joining the Dahlgren Fitness Center for an aerobathon. Get in shape for summer! Cost: FREE.

Dahlgren Movie Theater

Child & Youth CDC 301-744-4458

Give Parents a Break

At the Child Development Center. Eligible patrons include all children 6 weeks to 5 years of age (not in kindergarten). The CDC is offering extended hourly care scheduled for the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month and the 3rd Saturday of each month. This care is free with a respite care referral and $4/hour for all other eligible patrons. Please call the center for more information and to register.

Summer Camp

At the Youth Center. Register your Kindergarten through 5th grade children for Summer Camp at the Youth Center! Program runs from June 22 to August 28. Contact the Youth Center for more details.

Camp Mids

At the Youth Center. Register your Middle School age children for Camp Mids at the Youth Center! Program runs from June 29 to August 7. Contact the Youth Center for more details.

General Library 301-744-4623

One-on-One Computer Help

1st Monday of Every Month, by appoint-

Storytime at the Library

2nd and 4th Tuesday of Every Month at 10 a.m. Join us at the library every other Tuesday for a story and a craft! Cost: FREE.

Liberty Center 301-744-4524

Paintball Trip

May 17 at 9 a.m. Take a trip to Maryland Paintball, then grab a bite to eat with Liberty! Liberty has a limited amount of equipment to loan for free on a first come, first served basis. For registration information, please contact the Liberty Center.

Stars & Strikes Bowling Center 301-744-4761

Cosmic Bowling

Every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month from 5 to 10 p.m. What glows in the dark and is too much fun to miss? Cosmic bowling at Stars & Strikes Bowling Center! Cost: Military, $2.00/game and $1.00 shoe rental; Civilian, $3/game and $1 shoe rental.

Red, White & Blue Friday Night Bowling Special

Friday Nights in May. All active duty, retired and reserve service members bowl one game for free. Friday nights in May!

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Community Notes Dahlgren Rabies Clinic

King George Animal Control is holding a Rabies Clinic on Saturday May 16 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Dogs and cats must be three months or older and have written proof of current rabies to get a three year vaccine. All others receive a one year vaccine.

Dogs must be on a leash and cats must be in carriers. Vaccines are $5 each. County dog licenses can be purchased at the pound or at the treasurer’s office, they are $10 for unaltered animals and $5 if altered, kennel licenses are also available. The Animal Control office is located at 11377 Citizens Way adjacent to the Sheriffs Department.

King George Relay For Life is May 16

This year's King George Relay For Life will be held Sat., May 16 from 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. at King George Middle School, 8246 Dahlgren Road, King George, VA 22485. The 12-hour event is open to the public and allows attendees to honor and remember victims of cancer. Food, drink and games will be available for sale. All profits benefit the American Cancer Society.

Some Gave All Memorial Ride

May 17 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. the ninth annual Some Gave All Ride will bring out hundreds of motorcyclist. The ride will begin at Spotsylvania High School and will end at King George High School. Check-in and registration will begin at 8 a.m., and a

pre-ride ceremony will start at 10:15 a.m.

The motorcycle procession will depart at 11 a.m. with a law enforcement escort and arrive at King George High School around noon. The official ceremony will take place at 1 p.m. Food, music and other activities will continue from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Two local fallen heroes will be among the honored -Sgt. Nick Mason of King George, a member of the Army National Guard, who was killed on Dec. 31, 2004 during Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Marine Sgt. Joshua Frazier of Spotsylvania, who was killed in Iraq in February 7, 2007.

Memorial Day Observance

A Memorial Day Observance will be held Monday, May 25 at 11 a.m. at the Town of Colonial Beach near the cannon on Washington Street. Cmdr. Christopher Zayatz, Executive Officer, Naval Support Activity South Potomac, will be guest speaker. All are invited to attend.

Indian Head 2015 Chesapeake Bay Waterfowl Arts Show

The Waterfowl Arts Show will be held on May 15-16 at the St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds, Leonardtown, MD. Doors open at 10 a.m. rain or shine. The show benefits the Community Foundation of Southern Maryland. For tickets or more information, please contact cbwaterfowlartsshow@ gmail.com or visit www.cfsomd.org.

Canoe Guide Training

Come out on May 16 from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and get canoe guide training at American Chestnut Land Trust Warriors Rest Sanctuary. If you enjoy canoeing and kayaking then you’re a natural to learn how you can lead guided canoe trips along Parkers Preserve Creek from spring to fall during the 2015 season. Prequalification approval and registration are required at www.acltweb.org.

Summer Concert Series Kickoff in La Plata

The La Plata Summer Concert Kickoff is May 22 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the La Plata Town Hall, featuring 25th Hour Band who features the great sounds of Motown, Classic and Contemporary rock along with the sounds of cool Jazz. Bring your own blanket, chairs and coolers but no alcohol is permitted. Concessions and an ice cream truck will also be available, as well as a play area for the kids. A wide variety of musical styles will be featured with something for everyone. Concert season runs through September 22. Visit www.townoflaplata.org for future musical guests for the series.

Memorial Day Observance

A Memorial Day Observance will be held Monday, May 25 at 11 a.m. at the La Plata Town Hall, 305 Queen Anne Street, La Plata, Md. Capt. Mary Feinberg, Commanding Officer, Naval Support Activity South Potomac, will be guest speaker. All are invited to attend.

Ride to Conquer Cancer DC

The 2015 Ride to Conquer Cancer benefiting Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center, Sibley Memorial, Suburban and Howard County General Hospitals is a 2-day, 150 mile bike ride that will be held Sept.

19 - 20 in Washington, D.C. Registration is open for this annual event. For more information, visit http://dc15.ridetovictory. org/site/PageServer?pagename=dc15_ aboutevent, or call (202)601-8689.

Tri-County Animal Shelter to Hold Free Rabies Clinic June 7

Maryland law requires all dogs, cats, and ferrets are vaccinated for rabies. Protect the ones you love and bring your pet to a free rabies clinic Sunday, June 7, from 1 - 3 p.m. at the Hughesville Volunteer Fire Department (15245 Prince Fredrick Road, Hughesville). Dog and cat licenses will be available for purchase. The fee for a pet license is $5 if your animal is altered and $25 if your animal is not altered. All dogs must be leashed and all cats and ferrets must be contained in a carrier. The Charles County Animal Response Team volunteers, Charles County Animal Control, and the Charles County Department of Health are sponsoring the clinic.

For more information about the free rabies clinic, contact the Charles County Department of Emergency Services at 301609-3425 or e-mail Debbie Yost at YostD@ CharlesCountyMD.gov.

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