04-25-2014 The Patriot (Joint Base Charleston)

Joint Base Charleston, S.C.

Vol. 5, No. 16

Patriot Team Charleston – One Family, One Mission, One Fight!

Friday, April 25, 2014

Night transit across the Black Sea The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Donald Cook (DDG 75) transits the Black Sea. Donald Cook, the first of four Arleigh Burke-class destroyers to be forwarddeployed to Rota, Spain, is serving on a scheduled patrol in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility as part of the president's European phased adaptive approach to ballistic missile defense in Europe.

U.S. Navy photo / Seaman Edward Guttierrez III

Joint Base Charleston celebrates Earth Day

By Keith Thompson, Jr. 628th Air Base Wing Conservation Program manager

On April 22, Joint Base Charleston will join the rest of the world in celebrating the 44th observance of Earth Day. Started in 1970, Earth Day was the idea of U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson of Wisconsin. Nelson was very cognizant of environmental issues plaguing our country and started an effort in the early 1960's to increase environmental awareness. He also inspired a conservation tour for President John Kennedy in 1963, but it was not until 1969, that he developed the idea for what was to become Earth Day. Nelson took notice of the campus activism of the late 1960's and believed if he could capture that energy and focus it toward grass-roots awareness of urgent environmental

issues, he could make a difference. Hence, Earth Day was born. It is estimated that as many as 20 million Americans took part in the first Earth Day April 22, 1970.

The Air Force has adopted the theme of "Conserve Today, Secure Tomorrow," for this year's Earth Day. The Air Force focus for this year's Earth Day observance is "Sustainability."

In the spirit of this theme, Joint Base Charleston recognizes our responsibility to preserve the environment for future generations and continue to find ways to reduce waste and pollution while still accomplishing our mission.

Again this year, Joint Base Charleston sponsored an essay, poster and mural contest for local fifth graders to continue our outreach efforts. The schools were asked to make their submissions reflect the theme mentioned above. The schools selected their own winners, who then compete against the other schools.

The overall winner of the school mural contest this year was Cathedral Academy. Second place was Hunley Park Elementary School. The winner of the essay contest was Hannah Bendure, Hunley Park Elementary and second place was Lydia Alford from Cathedral Academy. The winner of the poster contest was Jaylyn Bridwell, Hunley Park Elementary and second place was Lacey Jackson from Cathedral Academy.

Joint Base Charleston has also been recognized as having one of the best Environmental Management Systems in the Air Force. This EMS has been developed on the base's environmental policy which expresses our commitment to maintain compliance, reduce pollution and to continually improve our environmental stewardship.

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Project STAR conducts training at JB Charleston Michael George, State Alcohol Enforcement Team Liasion Pacific Institute for Research & Evaluation, instructs members of the 628th Air Base Wing Security Forces how to use a Passive Sensor Flashlight to detect alcohol during the Project Star: Safety Through Alcohol Responsiblilty training April 18, 2014, at JB Charleston – Air Base, S.C. The training is designed to decrease the number of first-time alcoholrelated incidents among underage military personnel on Join Base Charleston.

Members of the 628th Air Base Wing Security Forces Squadron are briefed by the alcohol enforcement team and fake ID training teams on how to detect alcohol with Passive Alcohol Sensors at Joint Base Charleston April 18, 2014, at JB Charleston – Air Base, S.C.

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Preserving Air Force history Story and photo by Senior Airman Dennis Sloan Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

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History is made every day in the military and to make sure that history is preserved for future generations the military has historians.

In the United States Air Force, historians are assigned to specific wings and their duties consist of preserving history primarily through written documents. Most history offices also maintain a repository of photographs, videos and other multimedia capturing the history of the base and its assigned units.

“We record the events which had the greatest impact on the Air Force and more specifically on our base and the Airmen in our respective wings,” said Jason Axberg, 628th Air Base Wing historian. “Every January we begin writing the history for the previous year.”

“Air Force Historians differ from Public Affairs in that our primary customer or audience is Air Force leadership; squadron commanders, wing commanders, up to the Chief of Staff of the Air Force,” said Stan Gohl, 437th Airlift Wing historian. “Although we do support the base population and the

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public our histories are not explicitly written for public release.”

Traditionally an Air Force base has only one wing, so only one historian; however, since Joint Base Charleston has two wings, there are two historians.

“Even though I record history for the operational wing here and Axberg records history for the support wing our mission is the same,” said Gohl.

Although assigned to different wings, Axberg and Gohl often work side by side; assisting and complimenting each other’s programs. It isn’t uncommon to find both historians discussing the origins of their wings and even little professional bantering seeing their offices are within shouting distance.

“We could work in completely different buildings, separate all of our historical documents up and rarely even see one another, but we work well together and sharing our history just makes it that much easier,” said Axberg.

The 437th AW has a very long history dating back to 1943, with participation in World War II and virtually every conflict since which keeps Gohl busy.

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Jason Axberg, 628th Air Base Wing historian, walks down the hall to his office where he stores photos and documents April 22, 2014. Most history offices also maintain a repository of photos, videos, photos and other multimedia capturing the history of the base and its assigned units.

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Respect: An argument for an additional Air Force Core Value COMMENTARY

Commentary by Col. Al Miller 437th Airlift Wing vice commander

Integrity First, Service Before Self, and Excellence in All We Do. These are the current Air Force Core Values which guide the actions of all Airmen. Officially adopted in May 1995, they have served the Air Force well as the foundation for decision making and mission success for nearly two decades. Those who have been in strategy sessions with me will confirm I am not a fan of changing strategic language. Consistency has its merits when it comes to things like our core values.

I do, however, believe it is time to consider adopting a fourth core value for our Air Force: Respect.

Respect is a powerful and fungible word. The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines respect as a noun: "a feeling or understanding that someone or something is important, serious, etc., and should be treated in an appropriate way." Webster also defines respect as a transitive verb: "to feel admiration for (someone or something): to regard (someone or something) as being worthy of admiration because of good qualities; to act in a way which shows that you are aware of (someone's rights, wishes, etc.); to treat or deal with (something that is good or valuable) in a proper way."

Everyone seeks respect for themselves -- some would say they have even witnessed people attempt to demand respect from others. Years ago, as a leader in a youth organization, I took part in a brainstorming session to establish rules for the group to adopt. After listing out numerous rules, such as not interrupting others, no teasing, being on time, etc., we gravitated to one simple rule:

Respect. It was brilliant -- all the Diversity within the Air Force is obviother rules could align to that one ously important, but it is understanding, rule. Interrupting or teasing others respecting and leveraging diversity which is disrespectful. Being on time propels us to even greater heights. It's time would show respect for the group we overtly acknowledge the true imporand the meeting organizer. Using tance we give respect.

Respect, as the group's single rule, There is value in adopting Respect as its was a simple concept and made it own Air Force Core Value. There is no easy to communicate and modify argument that respect could be understood the behavior of the group. Today, as a subset of the established Air Force Colonel Albert Miller Air Force leadership is focusing Core Values. Depending on the context, on the importance of treating one can easily align respect under any or every Airman with dignity and respect. several of the existing core values. Likewise, The Air Force acknowledges respect for diverattributes of the existing core values could nest sity within its ranks is critical. April has been the under the Respect category. The true value of Department of Defense's Sexual Assault adding Respect to the core values is not these Awareness Month. Airmen all over the world have nuances. Rather it is overtly acknowledging the been hearing about the importance of respect as importance we place in respecting one another. If we focus this month on combating this crime we really do put stock in the importance of within our organization. In her testimony to the Respect, we should consider elevating it to its House Appropriations Subcommittee, Secretary of proper status as a core value. Not doing so allows the Air Force Deborah Lee James said: "We need Airman to continue to rationalize disrespectful dignity and respect for all - and that includes behavior -- a negative trend we have seen far too combating sexual harassment and assault." much of in our service.

Respect, however, has broader implications I have no illusions the Air Force will change its than just the sexual assault realm. Gen Mark core values -- and, on a certain level, I appreciate Welsh III, Chief of Staff of the United States Air that. The next few years are going to be turbulent Force, said: "Everybody in our Air Force should enough for our service without trying to disturb feel respected; they should feel critically imporfoundational characteristics, such as our core valtant to what we do, because they are. They should ues. Even though the Air Force will likely not elefeel included in your organization and the misvate Respect to a core value, we will surely discuss, sion. And we should all recognize that diversity is promote and appreciate how important respect is to very clearly a strength of this Air Force and will mission accomplishment. With this in mind, I know take us to places that we could not have gotten to this Airman will consider Respect as an unwritten without it." core value, and I hope you do the same.

Respect: give it to get it Commentary by Chief Master Sgt. Gigi Manning 315th Airlift Wing command chief

form made a difference or not, because it shouldn't have. We all have bad days and this could have been one for this individual, but as military members, 'calm under fire' should be our "modus operandi" at all times. Take five seconds to breathe and consider your response before "Respect for ourselves guides our morals; respect for your actions create a situation that you later regret. others guides our manners." - Laurence Sterne As military members, common courtesy should be ingrained into An Airman stopped by my office today to chat for a few our life fabric just like the core values. We are always 'on' whether minutes in between appointments. During the course of the you accept that fact or not. Simply, if you're walking through the mall conversation, I realized that she was rather upset about an in civilian clothes and make a ruckus, people will just think you're illincident that had happened earlier that morning. mannered and shake their heads. If these same people realized you She had been in the base computer center and was taking Chief Master Sgt. were a military member, the reaction would probably be the same a test for an upcoming job opportunity. During her testing Gigi Manning with the added thought process of 'what's becoming of our military?' period, another Airman entered the room and began talking and not in a positive way. on the cell phone. Mind you, there is signage that specifically states cell Agreed, the military is a product of society and not everyone is brought phone use is not permitted in this area.

The Airman is politely asked several times to please take the conversation up the same, but when you raised your right hand, you immediately became judged at a higher standard. Is this the type of behavior by which you want outside as people are testing. Long story short, the Airman did not leave, our profession to be judged? continued to talk on the phone and would not leave until the civilian in I'm not sure how this situation is going to pan out, but today's episode will charge of the center came and asked the Airman to leave. When the Airman was asked for their name and squadron, the Airman refused and became bel- have ramifications. One thing is for certain, the senior non commissioned officer in charge will be talking to the Airman's supervisor. ligerent with the staff about not providing the information. Everyone was in Whether you're on the base or out in the community, mutual respect civilian attire. should always be accorded. As Laurence Sterne says, 'respect guides our I tell this story simply because regardless of where you are, everyone morals and manners.' should be treated with dignity and respect. I don't know if the lack of a uni-

SAPR Down-Day is Bull?

Commentary by Lt. Col. Raymond Clydesdale 628th Aerospace Medicine Squadron commander

Sir Francis Galton was a smart guy. He figured out a few useful things like fingerprints in crime investigation, weather maps in newspapers, and statistical concepts like correlation and regression toward the mean. His work in statistics ushered in the idea of "The Wisdom of the Masses." So how did he come up with this idea, when most people think that everyone else is kind of stupid? Nobody likes "group think."

In 1906, Galton went to a cattle and poultry exhibition in rural England. This exhibition had a weight-judging competition where participants would pay a small fee to hazard a guess at the weight of a dead bull. The closer the guess was to the correct weight of the bull, the larger the prize. Approximately 800 participants competed.

The true weight of the dead bull was 1,198 pounds. The most common guess (also known as the Median or Vox Populi) was 1,207 pounds which was only 0.8 percent off the mark. Amazingly, the average (also known as the Mean) of all the guesses was 1,197 pounds. Only one pound off the mark! How could it be that the masses were so close when individual guesses were found to be all over the place with several guess over more than 100 pounds off the mark?

The concept of "The Wisdom of the Masses" has been proved repeatedly throughout the years. You may have even participated in one of these experiments in school when guessing how many jellybeans were in a jar. The concept has proven so successful that the National Security Agency is utilizing average citizens to guess on the probability of certain world events using normal unclassified news reports. Remarkably, the accuracy of the top "guessers" is up to 30 percent more accurate than the intelligence estimates

of the officers at the NSA who have access to actual classified materials.

That's fascinating ... but how does it relate to SAPR-Down Day ? Let's talk about the average of our (the Air Force's) attitude toward tolerance of sexually inappropriate behaviors. This overall average is also defined as our culture. We are being told that our culture (our average) is too permissive. We are being told to change our culture (our average). There's a new bull, and it's less tolerant ... our average needs to be closer to the new bull. SAPR-Down Day is part of an effort to move the average (our culture). Now, I want to remind you that we're talking about an average, and that some individuals' opinions may be far outside the average. You're not going to be able to change every opinion to make them identical, but you can move the average.

Let's talk about one particular issue that seems to be confusing to most: Risk reduction (victim) versus prevention (offender). To be clear, the Air Force is not abandoning risk reduction strategies. The problem with focusing almost exclusively on risk reduction strategies in the past led many to the conclusion that the victim was partially to blame because they did not adhere to all or some of the risk reduction strategies. The focus was on the victim's perceived failures. To be clear, the victim is NEVER at fault. We need to change our focus.

Prevention is designed to focus on stopping the offender/perpetrator.

We need to be good Wingman! We do our best to prevent DUI's by surrounding those potential perpetrators with opportunities to succeed. We need to embrace those same principles and efforts to prevent our colleagues/friends from committing sexual assault/sexual harassment and instead, give them opportunities to succeed. SAPR-Down Days are designed to give us the tools to succeed by prevention, to move our average/our culture ... and that's why SAPR-Down Days are no bull.

Labels can make or break an Airman

Commentary by Master Sgt. Frances Wilkes 628th Security Force Squadron first sergeant

What labels have you heard in your squadron lately? My best Airman, Airman of the Quarter, Airman of the Millennium, or even "Dirt bag" or perhaps "My Problem Child?"

All of those labels can make or break an Airman. The type of label you place on an individual will play a key role on how they will turn out.

When you use positive labels, Airmen will strive to be successful. This will provide them with the positive encouragement they need to excel.

It changes their mindset and will affect how they see the world. Airmen with positive mindsets will make their units more productive. Airmen with negative labels will hinder the mission.

Negative labels will only have a negative impact. These negative labels usually stem from poor life choices by an Airman. When these negative labels are placed on an individual, they will be reluctant to do anything positive. They will stay in this negative mindset.

When Airmen hear people call them a dirt bag or a problem child, it will drive them deeper into this negative mindset. Those Airmen will continue

on a negative trend. They believe that getting in trouble is the only thing that a dirt bag/problem child Airman does. This will become the new norm for them. They will stay on this destructive path until they receive positive encouragement.

When you see your fellow Airmen make a poor choice, do not label them as your new problem child or dirt bag. Provide them with positive encouragement and mentorship. Give them the opportunity to exceed the standard again. With a positive mindset, they could be your next Airman of the Quarter.

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Do your job and ‘win today's game’

By Lt. Col. Dale Skinner 628th Contracting Squadron commander

The 2013 Super Bowl champions have been crowned and it got me thinking about my old football days. Twenty years ago, I had a high school football coach tell me that you can only win the game you are playing right now. You can't be concerned about the state championship at the end of the season; instead worry about doing your very best at today's practice and build on it as the season progresses.

Do your job correctly now and the wins, awards, accolades and championships will come. It's not okay to cheat on one set of bench presses, occasionally skip practice, or ease off even one play in a football game because you believe it is insignificant to the season. The rest of the team is counting on you to do your job, just as you count on them to do theirs. Then, and only then, does the entire team win.

Several years later, as a new lieutenant, I asked my colonel how to be successful and how to become an Air Force colonel.

He told me, "Do your very best at the job you have right now.

Don't be concerned about making colonel right now, just do your job and build on it as your career progresses. Do your job and awards and promotions will follow."

Your Air Force job, whatever it is, fits into the Air Force mission and it's important or it wouldn't exist. Today's Air Force faces budget constraints like never seen in history. If

your job wasn't important, it would have already been eliminated. The job may be preparing meals, guarding aircraft, pumping gas, purchasing furniture or leading the acquisition strategy for the F-35 Joint Strike program ... whatever it is, do your job, do it correctly and opportunities will follow.

I raised my hand and volunteered to defend our flag and I know you did too. I'm proud to work hard and sacrifice whatever is necessary to support and defend our constitution alongside people like you who have volunteered to do the same. However, the sense of entitlement in our country has gotten out of hand and we need to remember that we owe this country and its tax-paying citizens the service we volunteered for. Other squadrons count on you to do your job just as you count on them to do theirs - then and only then can we succeed as a team. Terms like government subsidies, concessions, assistance, and bailouts are too common in today's world. Life choices and success aren't covered by a warranty, failure is a possibility, and we need to be accountable for our decisions.

Your squadron doesn't owe you anything except to prepare you to do your job just as the Air Force doesn't owe you anything more than the paycheck and benefit package you signed up for. Do your job and do it correctly.

From your very first day in the Air Force, senior Airmen begin teaching you the core values of integrity, service and excellence. These are not new ideas the Air Force dreamed up when it became a service in 1947. These concepts ... ethics,

loyalty and continuous improvement ... exist in successful businesses throughout the world. The idea of honesty, hard work, truth and merit are all ingredients for success no matter what your dream.

Being selected to command a squadron is a great honor.

Upon notification, thoughts immediately go to winning awards at the base, MAJCOM and Air Force levels. How do we beat the squadron that won last year? What can I do to ensure we are the best in the Air Force? Then the words of my coach, my first mentor, came back to me; you start by winning the game you are playing right now. You will not get a chance to participate in an Air Force level competition tomorrow if you first can't learn and perform the fundamentals of your job today. If you can't execute your daily duties correctly you will never get an invite to the big game.

I urge you to remember this - do your job (the one you have been assigned today) to the very best of your ability and new opportunities will consistently become available to you. Don't cheat yourself, your co-workers or your country.

I have thought about my old high school football coach often throughout my Air Force career. For a man that never took a course in leadership, never studied military history, never attended one PME seminar, never bothered with customs and courtesies, he certainly knew a lot about running an Air Force squadron.

Do your job and win today's game.

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Naval Health Clinic Charleston Sailors and civilians wore their jeans to work as part of the Denim Day campaign. The Denim Day campaign began after the Italian Supreme Court overturned a rape conviction. The justices ruled the rape victim was wearing tight jeans that only she could remove, thereby implying consent. The following day, the women in the Italian Parliament came to work wearing jeans in solidarity with the victim. Since then, wearing jeans on Denim Day has become a symbol of protest against erroneous and destructive attitudes about sexual assault. Front row: Lt. Lauren Brown, Petty Officer 2nd Class Loveann Burch. Back row: John McGinniss, Petty Officer 1st Class Samuel Hutcheson, Petty Officer 2nd Class Paul Veiga, Petty Officer 2nd Class Courtney Veiga, Sonya Fortner-Riley, Petty Officer 3rd Class Christopher Crowley and Petty Officer 3rd Class Keith Jenkins.

Could you be the next AMC Icon?

From Headquarters Air Mobility Command

SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. – Air Mobility Command is searching for the 2014 AMC Icon.

All AMC installations will host base-level talent shows in either July or August.

The AMC Icon program is loosely based around the hit TV program, American Idol.

Local contestants compete for $1,000 in cash prizes, the top active duty Air Force vocalist will then compete for $2,000 in cash prizes at the command level.

This year's AMC Icon Command Finals will again be conducted via video submissions which will be judged by a panel of celebrity judges. All videos will also be posted online for all to view.

The top three AMC finalists will receive cash awards of $1,000, $600 and $400 respectively.

The AMC Icon program also features a special category for those Air Force members not stationed on or near an AMC host base. AMC affiliate participants can enter by forwarding a music video showcasing their talents. Cash awards are available in this category as well, and the winner will also compete in the command finals.

"Now in its seventh year, AMC Icon is an excellent way to showcase the extremely talented Airmen throughout the Air Mobility Command" said Scott Black, AMC Icon program manager.

"In addition, AMC Icon allows installations to come together to support their favorite vocalists in a fun, relaxing environment," Black added. "The overall experience also helps to instill confidence in those who compete, resulting in more productive and resilient Airmen."

Interested participants are encouraged to contact their installation Force Support Squadron Marketing office for additional information. Local base shows are open to all ID card holders 18 and older.

Commissary Rewards Card now offers Android app

By Kevin Robinson Defense Commissary Agency

FORT LEE, VA. – Commissary Rewards Card users can now download an Android app to access and clip digital coupons. Available free from the Google Play Store, the Commissary Rewards Android app joins the previously released iPhone/iPad app, giving Commissary shoppers access to their rewards card accounts through a vast array of smart phones and tablets.

"We've tested the Android app and received good reviews on its ability to connect rewards card users with available coupons," said Marye Carr, the Defense Commissary Agency's rewards card manager. "Now with apps for both operating systems, our patrons have more flexibility on when and where they can clip coupons, review their lists of downloaded coupons and track which ones have been redeemed or expired."

The apps also let customers connect to the nearest Commissary via phone numbers and addresses. And, just like

accessing their accounts from a desktop computer, Commissary Rewards Card users can always be plugged into new promotions and contests customized for them.

Since it was unveiled in Sept. 2012, the Commissary Rewards Card has become a game-changer for Commissary patrons, opening up access to digital coupons redeemable in commissaries, said DeCA Sales Director Randy Chandler.

"As the military changes, so is DeCA, and the Commissary Rewards Card is a way the commissary benefit is evolving to remain relevant to our service members and their families," Chandler said. "It's amazing how card users can get to these electronic savings - now more than 150 coupons at a time from either the click of a mouse or now from their own smart phones and tablets."

From the program's start through April 4, Commissary Rewards Card users have downloaded more than 26 million digital coupons, and commissaries have redeemed more than 3 million for a savings of $3.6 million to patrons. Using the rewards card has become as simple as 1-2-3, Carr said:

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Stash your trash properly

From 628th Civil Engineer Squadron Installation Management Flight

There is an illegal dumping problem developing on Joint Base Charleston.

Some people on base are using the central recycling dropoff points to dump bulk items such as mattresses, furniture, electronic equipment, carpet, appliances, used oil, etc. These actions violate South Carolina laws and regulations as well as base directives.

In an effort to prevent this from happening in the future, JB Charleston would like to make its members more aware of what they can do with items like this.

If you live in military housing and need to dispose of an unserviceable large item, just place the item on the curb on Tuesdays or Thursdays on the Air Base and Fridays for the Weapons Station. The refuse collection contractor will pick these items on these designated days.

If your item is in good condition, you can donate it to the Airman's Attic at building 500 on the Air Base. The Airman's Attic accepts furniture, appliances and other household items for eligible Airmen. For more information on donating to the Airman's Attic, call 963-4408.

The Consignment Shop on the Air Base and the Castaway Thrift Store on the Weapons Station also accept furniture and other items; they can be contacted at 9633294 and 794-7136 respectively.

Courtesy photo Corrugated cardboard can be recycled at one of the base Illegal dumping is not a pretty picture.

Dispose your trash properly. drop-off points (Theater parking lot or the corner of Arthur Dr. and Stewart Ave.) The County will not pick-up any cardboard from the ground, so make sure it is in the proper Dorchester County: http://www.dorchestercounty.net receptacle.

Charleston County: http://www.charlestoncounty.org There's also no excuse for members who live off base.

Berkeley County: http://www.bcwsa.com/solid-waste Drop your unwanted material off at your local county's If you have any questions, call Alan Moyer at the municipal solid waste facilities. For more information look at Installation Management Flight at 963-1456. your county website:

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“I often get calls from retirees inquiring about historical information and photos which is great because I get to talk to the people who actually made the history,” said Gohl.

The 628thABW was activated the same time as the joint base in 2010, so there is limited history for Axberg to sift through.

But, Axberg is also tasked with preserving the history of the original Charleston Air Force Base which goes back to 1941.

“When you create a new wing like the 628 ABW from scratch there are a lot of little details that have to be attended like squadron emblems that need to be made,” said Axberg.

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“Aside from their duties at the base, they are also both required to be deployable for contingency operations; they must maintain the same AEF requirements as an active duty Airmen. When deployed, they gather firsthand data used to fully document the contingency or conflict,” he said.

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Combat Camera training helps reservists improve photo skills

By Michael Dukes 315th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

About 23 Air Force Reserve public affairs specialists from bases across the country showed up at Joint Base Charleston last week with an eagerness to improve their photo skills under the tutelage of some of the Air Force's most elite photographers - 1st Combat Camera Squadron.

"This three day training is not designed to make the reservists into instant award winning photographers, but rather to give them the building blocks toward become better photographers," said Clarence Brown, 1st CCS's chief of Still Photo Standardization.

Attendees traveled from as far as March Air Reserve Base, Calif. and Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station, Buffalo, N.Y. Staff Sgt. Jeremy Roman, a public affairs broadcaster from the 301st Fighter Wing at Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Fort Worth Carswell Field, Texas, said he saw this training as " an opportunity to better learn the camera," and to get away from shooting in "full auto" mode.

This rare training opportunity was set into motion after Senior Airman Meredith Thomas, 315th Airlift Wing Public Affairs, was on a local C-17 Globemaster III flight which happened to have a 1st Combat Camera photographer on board.

"I've always wanted to work with Combat Camera because they train hard to capture true images in adverse situations. The opportunity came when I flew on a mission with Tech. Sgt. Denoris Mickle. He gave me some great photography tips on the flight and was eager to show me new techniques and get me in place for good shooting opportunities," said Thomas.

"It really started out as a selfish endeavor - I wanted to work with this local group of outstanding photographers in order to absorb as much information as possible - but the idea really grew into something bigger that resulted in an excellent training

Improving their ‘shooting’ skills U.S. Air Force photo / Tech Sgt. Denoris Mickle

Reservist learn how to use multiple flashes to create unique photos during a training course with the 1st Combat Camera Squadron this week. About 23 Air Force Reserve public affairs specialists from bases across the country showed up at Joint Base Charleston with an eagerness to improve their photo skills under the tutelage of some of the Air Force’s most elite photographers – 1st Combat Camera Airmen.

opportunity for reservists who don't have access to award-winning professionals like we do here at Charleston," Thomas said.

The training focused on imagery management practices, camera setup, photo exposure and composition, using an on camera flash, balancing light and shooting stories.

Brown told the class that being a good photographer was about understanding proper technique. "If you understand the technique then you can take any photo you want."

Participants received classroom instruction during the first half of each day. Then they broke off into shooting groups to practice what they learned. Combat Camera photographers joined them to help them with any techniques they were unsure of and to suggest additional techniques.

"Having the opportunity to mentor people like these reservists helps me to revisit the skills I've learned over the years as a photographer," said Tech. Sgt. Denoris Mickle, an aerial combat photographer with 1st CCS here and one of the advisors for the training session.

"It's great to be able to help close the gap in photo quality, by improving skills in those who might not shoot every day and helping them understand the technique required necessary for great photos," Mickle said.

"The training helped reinforce good U.S. Air Force Reserve photo / Tech. Sgt. Shane Ellis Tech. Sgt. Denoris Mickle, 1st Combat Camera Squadron at Joint Base Charleston, techniques and was great for networking S.C. demonstrates photo techniques to reservists during a training course with the and sharing skills that are critical for public 1st Combat Camera Squadron. affairs," said Tech Sgt. Shawn McCowan

from the 301st Fighter Wing at NAS Joint Reserve Base Fort Worth Carswell Field, Texas.

"I am so proud to have been a part of this training. I am taking away several useful new skills and I hope we can continue to offer similar training opportunities in the future," Thomas said.

"Learning from a group like 1st Combat Camera, who does this every day, is invaluable," said 1st Lt. Jeff Kelly, from the 442nd Fighter Wing at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo. "Photography is just one of the many things we do in PA," Kelly said. "Learning from the experts has definitely helped me, and I plan to use what I learned to train my photojournalists back at Whiteman."

"I worked with someone attending the class who was a little shy, but in need of a little help" Mickle said. "Then I saw the light bulb go on when he finally got it. That helps me see that what we are doing is helping."

"The Combat Camera Airmen and Mr. Brown really did all of the heavy lifting. They did a fantastic job of presenting the material in a way that could be understood by everyone, regardless of their skill level behind the camera."

"We put the information out there for them and they went out and got some great photos," Brown said.

"Everyone who picks up a camera is a communicator," said Lt. Col. Michael Johnson, 1st CCS commander to the class on the final day. "You have to be plugged in and connected to what's happening in the Air Force."

"Remember, if you are attached to a unit with a flying mission, that should be a priority in your communication," Johnson said.

"Our job is extra hard," Johnson said. "Your commitment and passion to communicate effectively is very important."

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Earth Day celebrated - continued from Page 1 The acronym CARES summarizes the base environmental policy: • Comply with all applicable laws, regulations and executive orders • Achieve continuous improvement in environmental performance over and above regulatory and legislative requirements • Reduce pollution and work in partnership with all stakeholders to promote pollution prevention • Environmental excellence in all we do and integrate environmental information into all levels of management • Sustain the mission by protecting our natural infrastructure to ensure adequate resource capability for the warfighter through the minimization of encroachment and the protection of human health and the environment A conscious effort has been made to educate all levels of JB

From the Under Secretary of Defense

Charleston and to make all personnel aware of the above philosophy, whether they are active duty, Reserve, civilian employees or contractors.

Joint Base Charleston has also several established goals for reductions in energy usage, water consumption and fuel use.

These goals are expected to be reached by the end of fiscal year 2015. In addition, JB Charleston was selected as the winner of the 2014 Smart Business Recycling Program from the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Controls. The award is given to industries that implement practices to reduce their environmental impact through recycling. To be eligible for an award, applicants must be located in South Carolina and have a current recycling/waste reduction program. SCDHEC will come to the base and present the award in May.

This April, the Department observes the tenth annual Sexual Assault Awareness Month with the theme “Live Our Values: Step Up to Stop Sexual Assault.” Sexual assault is a crime and can only be stopped when everyone understands we all have a role in combating it.

Your actions to reinforce standards of behavior and values and to emphasize the importance of social courage will strengthen our culture. Commanders and leaders at every level must establish a climate of dignity, respect, and trust. We also need a personal commitment from every servicemember, at every level in our military, to be steadfast participants in creating that culture. Adherence to Service values and standards of behavior will reduce risk and can stop inappropriate behavior.

The Department does not tolerate, condone, or ignore sexual assault. We must “Live Our Values” every day, all year long and “Step Up” by intervening when appropriate, reporting crimes and supporting victims. When we all get involved we will move the department closer to a culture free of sexual assault.

Jessica L. Wright, Acting

Joint Base Charleston effectively manages approximately 24,000 acres, part of which is in Charleston, Berkeley and Orangeburg counties. Much of this land is comprised of forests, wetlands and other natural areas with a thriving wildlife population. This serves as a testament to our commitment to merge our various missions with responsible stewardship of the environment.

As Earth Day approaches, take a look around at the bountiful natural resources that have been entrusted to our care and try to incorporate the above ideals into all that you do.

Countless opportunities exist both on JB Charleston and in the local area for hiking, biking, nature tours, bird watching, hunting and fishing. With that in mind, try to think "green" every day in both your professional and home life and strive to make every day Earth Day.

The Patriot • April 25, 2014

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Personnel from the Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station and Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center Atlantic, take part in a "Walk a Mile in their Shoes" event held on the Weapons Station, April 22, 2014, to raise awareness during Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

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Clean Out Your Medicine Cabinet:

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WASHINGTON – TRICARE beneficiaries have a safe and easy way to dispose of expired prescription drugs.

The Drug Enforcement Agency's National Prescription Drug Take-back Day is April 26. Sites will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for people to bring excess prescription drugs that otherwise could be abused or contaminate the environment.

A 2011 national survey on drug use found that Americans are twice as likely to regularly abuse prescription drugs as they are to regularly use cocaine, hallucinogens, heroin and inhalants combined. The same study found more than 70 percent of people abusing prescription pain relievers got them through friends or relatives, often without their knowledge.

During DEA's last take-back day in October 2013, Americans disposed of more than 647,211 pounds of prescription drugs.

The last seven take-back days have collected more than 3.4 million pounds of unused medication.

Prescription and over-the-counter "solid dosage" drugs – tablets and capsules – are accepted, but intravenous solutions, injectable medications and needles are not. Illegal substances such as marijuana or methamphetamine are accepted.

To find a collection site click "Locate Collection Sites" at www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/drug_disposal/takeback.

Many military installations will participate in this event, including; Peterson Air Force Base, Colo.; the Naval Medical Center in San Diego; Fort Benning, Ga., and numerous other Air Force base clinics.

AF Surgeon General aims to help cyber Airmen

By 2nd Lt. Meredith Hein 24th Air Force Public Affairs

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas – Lt. Gen. (Dr.) Thomas Travis, Surgeon General of the Air Force, visited 24th Air Force April 10 in an effort to learn about ways that the medical community can support cyber operators.

"AF Medicine is here to support operations," said Travis.

"We need to provide the right support for Airmen and their families. I wanted to start this conversation with cyber."

In many areas, including cyber, there is high stress related to the high tempo of operations, noted Travis. With so much at stake, there is a need to go directly to the operator.

"We are aiming to customize access, customize prevention, and customize care for this growing operational capability" said Travis.

The general discussed an initiative he began which aims to either embed or dedicate the right type of medical support for operational units. This practice has been in the works for several years in special operations, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, remotely piloted aircraft and explosive ordnance disposal career fields.

"People have to be healthy and fit to be effective," said Travis. "If we can help people with injuries or mental health issues in the near term, or prevent them to begin with, mission success and Airman wellness is far more likely."

Mental health practitioners have been particularly useful in at-risk, high-pressure jobs, including ISR and RPA career fields, where operators may be more comfortable discussing issues before they become a real problem, said Travis. These providers have the right clearances to be adjacent and available to these operators in their workplace. They know the individuals and the mission, and the individual knows and

trusts them. A trip to the clinic may not even be necessary. But if it is, they go see "their doc", much like we have been doing in flight medicine for many decades.

"The members of the units know their doctors. That breaks down the stigmas and barriers to care," said Travis. "It helps to know somebody who you can talk to who has the right clearance to hear what you have to say."

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Chief nurse statements of intent due April 25

By Debbie Gildea Air Force Personnel Center Public Affairs

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas – Statements of intent for Nurse Corps officers interested in chief nurse positions are due by April 25, Air Force Personnel Center officials said today. The nurse corps development team will convene May 5-9 to select candidates for projected calendar year 2015 openings.

"There are 86 chief nurses - one in each facility as well as in the Aeromedical Evacuation Squadrons - but not all will turn over this summer," said Col. Beverly Johnson, nurse utilization and education branch chief. "We expect to fill about 13-15 positions from this year's candidate list."

Sitting chief nurses must apply if they want to be reassigned to a CN position, Johnson said. In addition applicants who submit statements of intent for the calendar year 2015 medical squadron candidate board will not be automatically considered by the chief nurse board.

"Candidates must submit an SOI to the chief nurse selection board if they wish to be considered for chief nurse," said Johnson. "All candidates must meet 2015 eligibility criteria, as well, including sitting chief nurses."

Applicants must be lieutenant colonels or lieutenant colonel-selects with a master's degree and a passing fitness test score. In addition, they should have leadership experience above the element level. A national nursing administration certification is preferred, and those who have not completed senior developmental education commensurate with their grade must include on the SOI the dates they enrolled and their progress toward completion, said Johnson.

Endorsed applications must reach AFPC by April 25. For complete nomination instructions and additional eligibility criteria, go to the Air Force Medical Service Nurse Utilization page at https://kx2.afms.mil/kj/kx7/AFnurseutilization, or go to myPers at https://mypers.af.mil, select "search all components" in the drop down menu, enter "chief nurse" in the search window, and select PSDM 14-35.

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Events

All classes or events will be held at the Airman and Family Readiness Center (Building 500) unless otherwise specified. For more information, or to REGISTER for a class or event, please call 963-4406.

Notices

/ Passenger Terminal Hours of Operation - Beginning May 1, 2014, the Joint Base Charleston – Air Base Passenger Terminal will be closed from 11:30 p.m. to 5:30 a.m.. However, the terminal will remain open and operational for departing roll calls as well as for aircraft arriving from off-station locations. For any questions, please call the Passenger Service Center at (843)963-3048 or (843) 9633083. Additionally the terminal's flight information recording can be reached at (843)963-3082 and find all flight information can be found on Facebook by searching Joint Base Charleston Passenger Terminal and "liking" their page. / VA Benefits Advisors Available for Assistance - Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Benefits Advisors are available to assist all Service members, Veterans, and family members who may have questions about VA benefits and services they are eligible to receive. Appointments are available in one hour blocks from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through thursday, and walk-ins are welcome. The AB office is located in building 503, room 106, and the number is (843) 963-8224. The WS office is located in building 708 and the number is (843) 794-4304.

April 28-May 2 / A “Transition Assistance Program (TAP) GPS Workshop for both Separatees and Retirees” will be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Learn how to transition and become “career ready” with ease.

Spouses are encouraged to attend! Note: receipt of your mandatory TAP Preseparation Briefing (held on Thursdays) is required prior to attending this workshop.

April 29 / A “Learn to Create a High School Resume” workshop will be held from 09:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Learn how to build your resume from classes, activities, and skills.

April 30 / A “Charting a Path to Home Ownership” class will be held from 2:30 p.m.to 4:30 p.m. Learn what it takes to prepare for home ownership, how to qualify for a home, whether to seek a realtor, where and what to look for in a home, and more.

May 1 / In 2012, Colonel Darren Hartford arrived at Joint Base Charleston to be the 437th AW Commander. Two short years later, he is preparing not only to pin on a star for his Brigadier General promotion, but also to accept his new position as the Al Udeid Base Commander. In honor of his dedication and service, please come join us as we say farewell to Col Hartford. The event will be held at the Wrenwoods Golf Course Club House and Picnic Area at 4 p.m. on May 1, 2014, where there will be food, drinks, a mini C-17, and an MRAP or two. Come say "Goodbye" to a beloved commander and enjoy all the festivities.

May 2 / A “VA Benefits Briefing” will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Learn about all your VA benefits in this briefing! If you are exempt from the TAP GPS Workshop, you will still need this. Open to all Active Duty.

May 6 / A “My New Space” class will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. This mandatory workshop is a prerequisite for individuals moving out of the dorm that addresses tips for financial success. / An “Explore Employment & Scholarship Services for Spouses” workshop will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Learn about FREE available resources and services such as employment, resumes, the local job market, scholarships and more!

May 7 / A “Ready, Set, Parent!” class will be held from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. This course provides useful tips for expectant parents, while helping them to understand the importance of budgeting for their new addition. Additionally, parents receive a FREE bundle for each expected baby!

May 8 / MANDATORY TAP Preseparation Briefings will be provided for Separatees and Retirees from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. DID YOU KNOW…per Public Law 107-103, in the case of anticipated retirement, retiring service members can receive pre-separation counseling up to 24 months prior to DOS? And a separating service member can receive pre-separation counseling up to 12 months prior to DOS. This is the first step in the process to making you “career ready” to leave the service; and this briefing/counseling is required prior to attending the TAP GPS Workshop. / A “Slaying the Debt Dragon” workshop will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Tired of being in debt? Explore debt’s history, what undermines our need to stay out of debt, and how to stay out of debt! Couples are highly encouraged to attend.

May 9 / USAFA Founders Day vent with Lt. Gem. Michelle Johnson.

R.S.V.P. by April 25 at https://www1.usafa.org/Events/ Register.aspx?id=2450. / The ATA Air Force Ball 2014 Golf Tournament will be held at the Redbank Gold Course from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Deadline for registration is May 8th. Please contact Capt. Brandon Dewey x5663 or Lt. Nicholas Barrett x5179 to register.

See More Briefs and Events at www.charleston.af.mil

To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to Patriot@charleston.af.mil. Make the subject line "NEWS BRIEFS." Submissions must be received no later than close of business the Friday prior to publication.

Notices

/ VA Appointments Available (Every Thursday) - Attendees receive information on disability benefits and medical records review. To register, please call the Fleet & Family Support Center, Joint Base Charleston-NWS, Bldg. 755, at 843-794-7480. / VA Benefits Advisors Available for Assistance - Department of Veterans Affairs Benefits Advisors are available to assist all servicemembers, veterans, and family members who may have questions about VA benefits and services they are eligible to receive. Appointments are available in one hour blocks from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Walk-ins are welcome. The Air Base office is located in building 503, room 106, and the number is 963-8224. The Weapons Station office is located in building 302, room 108, and the number is 794-4304. / ADHD Classes - Naval Health Clinic Charleston offers a class for parents of ADHD children every Wednesday from 9 to 10:30 a.m.. The discussions focus on parenting tips, resources, how to have your child assessed, and understanding other difficulties that co-

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Come Join the Fun at CafeMoms.com.... info, playdates & meet other Moms on the base! group "Moms on the NWS in Charleston SC" Military Mommies Group for JB Charleston. Visit our website for playdates and more http://www.meetup.com/military-moms/

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) For Moms with kids birth through kindergarten.

Meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at Old Fort Baptist Church, 10505 Dorchester RD. Summerville, SC 29485. Contact Heather Hansen 873-2283 for more information.

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occur with ADHD. The topics rotate once a week and repeat every month, so you can jump in at any time and learn some valuable tools.

The classes are taught by Cindy Rich, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with an extensive history in ADHD and behavior challenges in children. This service is free to enrolled patients at Naval Health Clinic Charleston. To register for the class, contact Capt. Carter at Naval Health Clinic Charleston, (843) 794-6895. / New Year, New Resume! - Military Saves, a component of the nonprofit America Saves and a part-ner in the Department of Defense’s Financial Readiness Campaign, that seeks to motivate, support, and encourage military families to save money, reduce debt, and build wealth.

The research-based cam-paign uses the principles of behavior economics and social marketing to change behavior. Military Saves encourages all service members, their families, and civilian employees to take the Military Saves pledge. Joint Base Charleston’s Fleet & Family Support Center and Airman & Family Readiness Center will promote the Military Saves Campaign 24 February 24 through March 1, 2014.

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Diggle Publishing accepts free three-line personal* classified ads from active duty, reserve and retired military personnel and their dependents. Each line is roughly approximately 45-55 letters and spaces. The amount depends upon the number of capitals, punctuation, etc. Three lines is roughly 150-160 total letters and spaces.

One ad per military family per issue. Military may re-submit ad each week. Only personal ads qualify to run for free (ie: garage sales, home rentals, pets, autos, furniture, etc.) Business-related ads (even if a home business) do not qualify to run for free and must be paid. (See information below.*) We DO NOT accept “work at home” or “multi-level-marketing” ads. Ads which do not adhere to submission guidelines may be rejected without notice.

The Best Way To Submit A Free Classified Ad Is With Our Online Form At www.CharlestonMilitary.com. We do not take ads by phone.

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