09-16-2011 The Patriot (Joint Base Charleston)

Joint Base Charleston

Patriot Vol. 2, No. 36

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

Friday, September 16, 2011

Joint Base Charleston remembers 9/11 Col. Richard McComb and Chief Master Sgt. Jose LugoSantiago salute after laying a wreath at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, Sept. 9, during a Retreat ceremony commemorating the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks.

During the ceremony, a 9/11 monument, constructed by members of the 437th Maintenance Squadron, was unveiled. McComb is the Joint Base Charleston commander and LugoSantiago is the 628th Airbase Wing command chief.

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U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Jodi Martinez

INSIDE DAY OF CARING

Giving back See page 11

FLU SHOTS It’s that time of year See page 4

SEE CLEARLY Optometry clinic expands See page 7

HOG WILD Charleston’s unwanted friends See page 8

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New PPM scale eases PCS moves Story and photos by Airman 1st Class Jared Trimarchi Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs Airmen from the 437th Aerial Port Squadron are operating a new personally procured move scale system which went online Sept. 8, at Joint Base Charleston-Air Base.

The scale system is used by service members who have received permanent change of station orders and have decided to move their personal belongings themselves via truck.

"Due to recent changes in regulations regarding personally procured moves, it is now required to have a weight master certify the weight of a truck," said Capt. Douglas Todd, 437th Traffic Management Flight commander. "Under the old system weight tickets were not certified, but now we are in compliance with the new Department of Defense regulations."

When a service member needs to PCS, they have two options; the government moves all of the belongings using a moving company or, get paid to move ones belongings themselves.

Todd said taking the PPM option pays the service member 95 percent of what the government would have paid to hire a moving company.

"If you don't mind driving a big truck and moving your own stuff, a PPM is a great deal," he said.

After receiving orders to PCS and an initial Traffic Management Office briefing, service members must weigh their moving trucks empty and then full.

The old scale system used a button and printer method to print weight tickets and there was no weight master involved in the process. When the new regulations came out in July the printers were manned with a weight master for five hours a day, Monday through Friday.

Master Sgt. Stephen Wimmer, Traffic Management superintendent, said the new scale system is saving the shop man hours.

"When the new regulations went into effect, we had to man the scale to certify the weight tickets," he said. "This was a full time job for the weight masters who manned the scale.

With the new system, weight masters can certify the weight tickets at the office and continue to do other duties at the same time."

Besides saving man hours, the scale saves money as well, Todd said.

"To receive a weight ticket for your moving truck off base, it's going to cost you approximately $10 each time," he said. "That $20 come from the service members pockets, but are reimbursable.

Using our PPM scale, the government doesn't have to pay an extra $20 each PPM."

Airman 1st Class Veronica Leone resets the new Personally Procured Move scale system, Sept. 13, at Joint Base Charleston-Air Base. The scale system is used by service members who have received permanent change of station orders and have decided to move their personal belongings themselves via truck. Leone is a package and crate specialist from the 437th Traffic Management Flight.

Airman 1st Class Veronica Leone, a package and crate specialist from the 437th Traffic Management Flight, said the new scale system procedure takes little time to complete.

"When the user pushes the button, a notification is sent to the scale machine in the office," she said.

"We then ask the person if their truck is empty or full. We certify the ticket and the user comes into the office to pick it up. The whole process takes approximately two minutes to complete."

The PPM scale is located on Bates St. parallel to the flight line and is open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Todd said, “The PPM scale is also used to accomplish other aspects of the 437 APS mission.

It is used for checking the weight distribution of a vehicle which will be loaded onto an aircraft. The scale can measure the weight of a vehicle by axle and is critical to the distribution of an airframe."

Besides certifying weight tickets, the 437th Traffic Management Flight is responsible for processing more than 12,000 passengers and 2,500 PPMs annually from all JB CHS personnel.

Subdivisions in the flight include moving cargo which comes back from deployed locations and packaging and crating parts for shipment overseas.

For more information on personally procured moves, call 963-2253.

A truck's weight is calculated by the new Personally Procured Move scale system, Sept. 13, at Joint Base Charleston-Air Base.

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COMMENTARY

The Patriot • September 16, 2011

A time to reflect on the ‘bigger picture’ Joint Base Charleston Air Base & Weapons Station About The Patriot The Joint Base Charleston Patriot is published by Diggle Publishing Co., (843) 412-5861, a private firm in no way connected with the U.S. Air Force or the U.S. Navy, under exclusive written contract with the 628th Air Base Wing.

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By Maj. Mike Peeler 16th Airlift Squadron, Director of Staff and Army Chief Warrant Officer 5 John Robinson, USCENTCOM, Chief, Info Enterprise Intel Support When was the last time you paused to consider how you and your service to your country truly fit into the "bigger picture?" It is extremely difficult to understand how we fit into an organization until we see who else is on the team, how they view us, and what each team member contributes.

I spent the last four years on Joint staffs and at sister-service schools doing just that; listening to the views of combatant commanders and our land and maritime counterparts to understand where I fit in as an Air Force officer. The man who stares back at me in the mirror is no different today than he was four years ago. The difference today is that I can see much more clearly who is on my left and my right and what I contribute to this thing we call a joint Force.

We may be our own service, but we fight as part of a team.

The United States military is organized parochially for a reason. Each service has a set of core competencies, or unique mission sets and capabilities that it can bring to bear. For the Air Force, this means air, space, and information superiority, global attack, precision engagement, rapid global mobility and Agile Combat Support.

These distinctive capabilities allow us to fly, fight and win. They also allow our senior service leaders to focus procurement and training on those key areas and mitigate some overlap between the services.

Due in part to capability limitations and federal law, the air, land and sea services are also interdependent. This means they must rely on each others’ distinctive capabilities in order to collectively win our nation's wars. No one service can win any war by itself; we need the full package. This collective interdependency is orchestrated not by an

Air Force, Army or Navy command, but by a joint combatant commander. The combatant commander is responsible for weaving those capabilities together into a joint force sufficient to meet military and political objectives. The composition of that joint force is dependent upon many factors including existing political context and physical geography, but we don't take turns going to war.

A colleague of mine recently asserted that this was the Army's decade to be deployed. He said that throughout the 1990's, while the Army remained garrisoned, the Air Force maintained a combat posture – and now it was the Army's turn. He argued that the "clear air victory" in Desert Storm set the stage for the primacy of air power for the coming decade, a decade he claimed, that the Army did not deploy. While my friend clearly overlooked critical Army contributions in Somalia, Haiti and the Balkans, what was more troubling was his line of thinking. Considering that services actually take turns in the fight is a very myopic way to view our nation's military contributions.

Each combat operation is different and every service’s contribution must be understood within its strategic context. Desert Storm was not just an air war, although some Airmen would like to remember it that way. Despite the significant success achieved by the combined Joint Force Air Component in gaining air superiority and removing the eyes and ears of the enemy regime, that alone did not win the war. Air actions that took place in the opening days of Desert Storm, including more than 100 Tomahawk Land Attack Missiles and thousands of Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps sorties, helped set the conditions for coalition land forces to seize ground and defeat enemy land forces. In addition to its air contribution from six aircraft carriers in the Persian Gulf and Red Sea, the Navy also conducted surface, subsurface, and amphibious operations. While a healthy amount of inter-service rivalry existed, the Air Force could not have "won" Desert Storm

without the Army and the sea services, nor could the Army or sea services have won Desert Storm without the Air Force. It took all three pieces, integrated for a common purpose by the joint force commander, Gen. H. Norman Schwarzkopf, to achieve a resounding victory and meet the larger military and political objectives.

Similar troubling arguments have been made about today's fight – somehow the Air Force had won its war (the air campaigns in Afghanistan and Iraq) and we are just waiting for the Army to finish its job on the ground. Some take the argument a step further, saying that the Air Force should be back to "Ops Normal" while the Army engages in the tedious, dangerous, but necessary tasks of peace enforcement and nation-building. According to these airpower-“firsters,” clearing out insurgents and building schools are not air component tasks because they are not part of our core competency. Yet, saying "that's not my job" is not in the spirit of team play, especially when part of our team is still decisively engaged. We cannot say that as individual Airmen, and we cannot think that as an air service. Aside from their proximity to the sites, the U.S. Army is no more capable of building schools than any other service; we all have engineer capabilities, after all.

We cannot divide war into parochial contributions and consider those independently. As Airmen, we cannot proclaim that we have won our "air war," and now it’s time for the other services to win the "ground war." These operations are interdependent and all three services rely on each other to be successful. We are in this together; the air campaign is not won until the war is won.

So I ask again, when was the last time you did a bit of self-reflection and saw more than just you and your aircrew flying around the world? When was the last time you considered your larger role in these conflicts? As we close out the tenth year of this long war, let us not forget that we are part of a bigger team - a team that will fall and rise together.

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Diamond Tip: The Little Brown Book

By Master Sgt. Randy Fontenot 14th Airlift Squadron first sergeant You all know Airmen must stay physically fit and meet the Air Force fitness standards; that noncommissioned officers must appropriately recognize and reward those individuals who clearly exceed established standards; that senior NCOs must exceed the standards and expectations levied upon their NCOs and Airmen and they must epitomize excellence, professionalism and competence, serving as a role model for NCOs and Airmen to emulate.

These are just some of the responsibilities spelled-out for enlisted members in Air Force Instruction 36-2618, The Enlisted Force Structure, or as it is sometimes referred to as

“The Little Brown Book.” It doesn’t say anywhere in there to execute these duties whenever we feel like it - it says that we must execute them. The instruction establishes mandatory responsibilities for enlisted members. Those responsibilities are backed up on page one of the instruction by six words: “Compliance with this publication is mandatory.”

While short in length, only 23-pages, it’s the most comprehensive tool used to define the structure of every enlisted member from airman basic to chief master sergeant. It not only lists the general responsibilities and defines our roles, but each chapter spells out the specific responsibilities for each rank. I don’t believe it’s a coincidence that The Enlisted Force Structure is short and small enough to fit in your pocket.

Tips for your journey to becoming a more effective professional

By Col. Dave Funk Air Force Center for Engineering and the Environment LACKLAND AIR FORCE BASE, Texas – As a relatively new member of the Air Force Center for Engineering and the Environment team, I recently had the opportunity to sharewith a group of our branch leaders the philosophy I follow as a professional Airman.

Here are the tips I shared with them to help in their journey to becoming a more effective professional: PRIORITIES In any endeavor, we all must pull in the same direction to move our organization forward in exceeding the expectations of our customers. That means, first and foremost, the priorities of our leaders must be our priorities as well. At the same time, we should strive to become the best professionals we can be in accomplishing the critical missions in our charge.

LEADERSHIP We must always step up to take charge when needed and to share the "leadership load." That means we need to focus on the mission, but don't try to do it all by ourselves. We have a highly educated and trained group of professionals, so I encourage you to delegate and to ask for help before you get "behind the power curve."

A good leader is also proactive in rewarding and taking care of people. Be enthusiastic about helping those who exceed standards to succeed. Nominate your top performers for quarterly and annual awards recognition. At the same time, ensure marginal performances are identified and given the proper attention. Identify people in your charge who don't meet standards, and develop a plan to give them improvement opportunities to be effective at accomplishing the mission.

All of us make mistakes and a good leader helps people learn from them so they can move on as more competent professionals.

MANAGEMENT Strive for excellence! Our mission is critical and impacts the entire Air

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Former Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Gerald Murray stated in a CMSAF Perspective that, “This is your blueprint for success in our great Air Force … an Air Force revered around the world. Embrace your role and responsibility as an Airman – senior NCO, NCO or junior Airman, and we’ll continue to be the outstanding enlisted force our nation values, our allies appreciate and our enemies fear.”

The instruction also establishes enlisted leadership and development levels, specifies responsibilities of each enlisted rank within the structure, establishes official terms of address for Air Force enlisted personnel, describes special SNCO positions and standardizes duty titles. I implore each enlisted member to read “The Little Brown Book” and understand it.

Force. We can achieve great success by effectively managing our time and workflow processes so that we stay ahead of the issues -- being in a proactive rather than reactive mindset. Track suspenses closely, especially awards, decorations and performance reports. Follow up on communications in a timely manner, using interim replies rather than being late. The workflow and administrative teams are not responsible for meeting suspenses. We are all responsible for tracking and following up on them until completion.

Ensure communication up and down the chain of command is of great quality, not necessarily of great quantity.

IMPROVEMENT Continuously look for opportunities to make things better and don't accept the premise we are too busy to make improvements. We are executing our missions at a high operations tempos, but we are never too busy to seek positive change. Look for new ways to leverage resources to better accomplish our work and take care of our people.

Thinking outside the box is good! If you need help, discuss it with your leaders, but do your homework and use empirical data to make decisions and give fact-based options.

TEAMWORK We are all in ts together. Be loyal and supportive of each other. We aren't competing with one another nor trying to get a leg up on others in our organizations.

Think about the big picture, not just what is best for you and yours today.

Our organizatiosn and the Air Force need our teamwork and enthusiastic support.

BALANCE Our personal lives and duty must be in harmony. Remember your family, friends and your health and happiness as you accomplish the mission. Pursue self-improvement and don't let the workload be an excuse. Take care of yourself and let your leaders know if you need help. See someone before your physical, mental, or spiritual health, or your family or your happiness is adversely impacted.

Enjoy life and your duty, but don't let them be one in the same.

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A planeside honors team, made up of members from Joint Base Charleston, carries the casket of James Coker to a hearse on the Joint Base Charleston flightline, Sept. 14.

Coker, 59, of Mount Pleasant, S.C., was pronounced dead Sept. 5 in Kabul, Afghanistan, while on temporary assignment with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Coker worked for Naval Facilities Engineering Command Atlantic, Norfolk, Va.

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Influenza is a highly infectious illness that spreads rapidly through coughs and sneezes of people who are carrying the virus. In addition to hand washing and covering one's mouth and nose with a tissue or sleeve when sneezing or coughing, getting your annual flu vaccine is a great preventive measure.

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website, each year, experts from the Federal Drug Administration, World Health Organization, CDC and other institutions study virus samples collected from around the world to identify the influenza viruses that are most likely to cause illness during the upcoming flu season so people can be protected against them through vaccination.

Three vaccine viruses are chosen every year to maximize the likelihood that the influenza vaccine will provide appropriate protection during the upcoming flu season.

Approximately two weeks after vaccination, antibodies which provide protection against the influenza viruses in the vaccine develop in the body. This year, the WHO recommended that the Northern Hemisphere's 2011-2012 seasonal influenza vaccine contain the following three vaccine viruses: • an A/California/7/2009 (H1N1)-like virus; • an A/Perth/16/2009 (H3N2)-like virus; and • a B/Brisbane/60/2008-like virus.

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When to get vaccinated: The CDC recommends people get their seasonal flu vaccine as soon as the vaccine becomes available in their community. Vaccination before December is best since this timing ensures that protective antibodies are in place before flu activity is typically at its highest. CDC continues to encourage people to get vaccinated throughout the flu season, which can begin as early as October and last as late as May. During the course of the flu season, many different influenza viruses can circulate at different times and in different places. As long as flu viruses are still spreading in the community, vaccination can provide protective benefit.

Where to Get Vaccinated: Flu vaccine shipments to local health facilities began in August and will continue throughout September and October. The 628th Medical Group currently has a full supply of 2011 influenza vaccine available for Joint Base Charleston beneficiaries.

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Colonel Erik Hansen recognizes several Airmen at one of his recent Commander's Calls at Joint Base Charleston. Hansen conducted 12 Commander's Calls in four days, speaking to 437th Airlift Wing personnel about issues that directly affect them.

Getting the message out

By Lt. Col. David Stroud 437th Airlift Wing Commander's Action Group director

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Twelve Commander's Calls in one week; that's just what Col. Erik Hansen, 437th Airlift Wing Commander did the last week of August. Hansen took his message to his people holding three Commanders Calls a day for four days. The colonel wanted to get up close and rub shoulders with his folks - to hear what was on their minds and listen to what they had to say. So he went to them; to the units, shops and squadrons where his Airmen work every day.

First Sergeants reported that their Airmen enjoyed the conversational environment and openness as they spoke with the wing commander about issues and hot topics that affect them - from dorm mat-

Junior Intermezzo Club offered at Youth Programs Courtesy of Family Support Squadron The Joint Base Charleston Youth Programs has partnered with the Charleston Concert Association to offer a Junior Intermezzo Club.

The club is limited to 30 middle school-aged children and will provide free music appreciation instruction to students. Students who sign up for Junior Intermezzo Club will be required to sign a “contract” agreeing to attend the concerts selected and commit to attend pre-concert lectures to get some background on the music they will hear, the performers and their

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tresses, the feasibility of a 24-hour gym and food vendors in the dorms to deployment issues.

"The fact that the colonel took time out of his day to spend time with us and listen to what was on our minds says a lot about our senior leadership," commented a senior airman.

Hansen spoke with the Airmen about mission accomplishments, where the Wing has been and what's on the horizon. Some of the highlights included recent Wing AFSO21 successes, The Charleston Way, and the numerous community projects 437 AW Airmen have participated in. Hansen also took time to coin and recognize several outstanding Airmen.

"It was a marathon week," Col Hansen acknowledged, "but we're stronger and feel better because of it!"

instruments and concert etiquette. Students do not need to have any music education but should have a strong desire to learn about it.

Youth Programs will provide transportation to all performances held at the Gaillard Auditorium; students and chaperones will attend performances at no cost. The following three performances have been selected for the upcoming program: - Audra McDonald, Nov. 10, 7 p.m.

- Complexions, Jan. 14, 2012, 7 p.m.

- Tchaikovsky, Feb. 6, 2012, 7 p.m.

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The Patriot â&#x20AC;˘ September 16, 2011

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss the Annual Military Ball Sept. 24

By Airman 1st Class Jared Trimarchi Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

for dessert.

Guest speakers include Darrin Horn, University of South Carolina basketball coach, and Mike Veck, part owner of the RiverDogs baseball team.

Ticket prices range from $20 to $45 depending on rank, but are defiantly worth the money, Guadalupe said.

Childcare will be provided on a limited basis by the First 6 organization and must be scheduled prior to the event by contacting Tech. Sgt. Robert Alvarado at 963-2896. A professional photographer will be available at the event for low cost portraits. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss this great opportunity to have a good time,â&#x20AC;?

Guadalupe said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We deploy enough, we work hard enough, we ORI enough â&#x20AC;Ś we work hard so letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s play hard. Come out and enjoy yourself.â&#x20AC;?

Contact your unit's Military Ball point of contact for Ball tickets and more information. Retirees may purchase their tickets through the Retiree Affairs Office, Bldg. 503 at JB CHS - Air Base, or call 963-2228 for more information.

A limited number of tickets for the Joint Base Charleston Annual Military Ball are currently available for purchase. The ball will be held Sept. 24 at the Embassy Suites Hotel and Convention Center in North Charleston from 6 to 10 p.m.

Attire for the evening is mess dress or semi-formal for military and jacket and tie or evening dress for civilians. â&#x20AC;&#x153;How often do you get the chance to dress up, take out your significant other, get valet parking, enjoy an elegant meal while listening to a strings band playing, have an opportunity to take portraits, hear a speech by a prominent civilian coach, dance to live music and leave with a free gift,â&#x20AC;? said Capt.

Jason Guadalupe, 2011 JB CHS Military Ball chairman. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Not many, especially for such a low price.â&#x20AC;?

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For many, the allure to quickly read and respond - even from behind the wheel of a moving vehicle - can be tempting. But texting and driving is dangerous. According to a study by the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute, people who text while driving are 23 times more likely to be involved in some type of safety critical event as compared to those drivers who don't text while driving, These statistics are so alarming that companies are attempting to educate consumers to be safe while using their technology. AT&T launched the "It Can Wait" Texting and Driving campaign to educate consumers about the dangers of texting while driving. The goal is to educate all wireless users, especially teen drivers, that there is a smart way to text.

Here's a simple test: Take out your wireless device. Read the last text message you received out loud. Would reading or responding to that text message from behind the wheel of a moving vehicle be worth the risk of getting into a car accident or worse?

Chances are the text message could wait.

Put safety first when you are in the driver's seat and follow these tips: â&#x20AC;˘ Be Smart. Don't text and drive. No text message is worth being distracted while you drive. â&#x20AC;˘ Be in control. Remember it's your phone. You decide if and when to send and read texts so take control. Consider turning your phone off, setting it to silent or even set it aside before hitting the road. â&#x20AC;˘ Be Caring. Don't send a text when you know your family member, friend or co-worker is driving. â&#x20AC;˘ Be Focused. Never use your phone to take pictures, send and read messages, record video or watch TV while driving. â&#x20AC;˘ Be an Example. Don't send the

wrong signal by texting while you drive.

This is especially important if you have a teen driver in the household. Your family and friends will follow your example. â&#x20AC;˘ Be Proactive. Make a personal pledge not to text and drive and encourage your family members, friends and co-workers to do the same. â&#x20AC;˘ Be Aware. If you have teens, some wireless companies offer parents an easy way to manage their teen's phone functionality, such as the time of day the phone can be used for messaging, Web browsing or outbound calling. However, 911 calls are always allowed and parents can also set up "allowed numbers" that teens can call as parents or others deem appropriate.

A documentary titled "The Last Text" features stories of individuals whose lives have been adversely affected by texting behind the wheel. The documentary is part of AT&T's "It Can Wait" campaign and is being distributed to educators, government officials, safety organizations and the public as part of this educational awareness campaign.

The individuals in the documentary shared their stories because of how deeply they feel about the dangers of texting and driving.

View and hear their stories at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Deb hWD6ljZs The message is simple, yet vital: When it comes to texting and driving, it can wait.

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Joint Base Charleston remembers 9/11

U.S. Air Force photo/ Staff Sgt. Greg Biondo

A Joint Base Charleston C-17A Globemaster III performs a fly-over during a Retreat ceremony to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, Sept. 9 at JB CHS - Air Base. During the ceremony, a 9/11 monument (shown here) constructed by members of the 437th Maintenance Squadron, was unveiled.

U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Jodi Martinez

Members of the Joint Base Honor Guard fold the American flag during a Retreat ceremony Sept. 9 at JB CHS - Air Base, commemorating the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks.

NHCC expands optometry services for family members

By Jeff Kelly Naval Health Clinic Charleston Public Affairs officer The newly opened Joint Department of Defense/Veteran’s Administration optometry clinic located at Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station, is now open to TRICARE Prime retirees and dependants of active duty service members.

With this addition, veterans, retirees, active duty and their dependents all have access to optometry services at either the new location or at Naval Health Clinic Charleston’s main clinic.

The Ralph H. Johnson Veteran's Administration Medical Center along with NHCC and the 628th Medical Group announced the opening of the new Optometry Clinic in April. Due to staffing, services were only open to VA beneficiaries at that time.

“We really want to get the word out that we have expand-

ed our services to cover dependents and retirees,” said Johnny Knight, NHCC Charleston certified ophthalmic technician, certified optician and optometry clinic manager.

“The expanded access to a brand new state-of-the-art optometry clinic such as this one falls directly in line with our values as an organization. We want to provide the very best in patient and family centered care. Opening our doors to family members simply reinforces that pledge.”

The clinic is located in Bldg. 746, Pulaski St at JB CHS WS. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Services are open to veterans, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corp, Army and Coast Guard beneficiaries.

Optometry services provided include eye exams, prescriptions for glasses and optical services. The clinic also includes satellite audiology services for VA beneficiaries.

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The Patriot • September 16, 2011

Rooting out wild hogs on Joint Base Charleston

By Terrence Larimer Matural Resources manager Hogzilla! The very word conjures up images of a gigantic wild hog. But that would be somewhere else, not here, right?

Maybe not.

Feral hogs first appeared on Joint Base Charleston Weapons Station in 2004 with a sighting on the Cooper River waterfront near Pier Bravo. Then, reports came in from the Southside area near the TC Docks at the mouth of Goose Creek and from the Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command complex. An intensive trapping and hunting effort eliminated those hogs.

Unfortunately, in 2005 and 2006 feral hogs moved into the forests and marshes of the base’s Northside area. Control efforts were shifted Northside and 79 hogs were removed from the area during 2005-06. That was followed by annual removal of 98 hogs in 2006-07 and 70 hogs in 2007-08. Those three years were the high tide of hog populations on base with smaller removals of 19 and 27 hogs in 2008-09 and 2009-10.

This season (2010-11) control efforts have resulted in 29 hogs killed. Hog control efforts are three pronged: still hunting during deer season, trapping, and pursuit of hogs with dogs. The largest hog taken so far was a 418 lb. sow shot by Game Warden Billy Potter.

According to Sam Gordon, a JB CHS game warden, “We’ve seen hog rubs on trees between three and four feet high and tracks as big as a man’s hand. There are hogs out there weighing 350 to 450 pounds or bigger.”

Feral or wild hogs are domestic stock that have escaped and are living and reproducing in the wild. They are a serious problem worldwide wherever they occur ... and they are rapidly spreading throughout the lower 48 states of the U. S. Wild hogs are non-native wildlife species commonly classified as invasive, exotic pests.

Executive Order 13112 directs federal authorities to eliminate or control such species on federal lands. The reasons for this requirement are numerous. Hogs compete directly for food and cover with many species of wildlife including deer, turkey, squirrels, quail and others. They cause sever damage in agricultural and urban settings with their rooting behavior. Lawns, gardens, golf courses and natural areas look like a roto-tiller has plowed through them after pigs have been there. In past years, wild hogs have been implicated in national outbreaks of salmonella through contamination of lettuce in California.

Hogs will eat almost anything: animal, vegetable, cereal or fruit. Their wallowing behavior severely degrades water quality in streams and ponds. In addition feral hogs carry serious diseases that are transmissible to people and domestic animals including brucellosis and pseudorabies.

You should always were protective gloves when handling feral hogs or their meat. Because of all this, the transport of non-domestic pigs across state lines is illegal. In addition, it is illegal to transport and release wild hogs for hunting U.S. Navy photo purposes or in an attempt to establish or supplement a free A feral hog is caught on camera at Joint Base Charleston roaming population.

Adult hogs generally weigh from 100 to 300 pounds but Weapons Station. can weigh up to 500 plus pounds. Their color can vary from solid black, gray grizzled black, brown, blond, white or red to tions for hunting hogs on private lands.

Eradication of an established population of wild hogs in spotted or belted. Hogs are prolific breeders, first reproducing at age six to 10 months and have two litters per year. Litter dense habitats like that found on JB CHS – WS is nearly size ranges from four to eight, but may be as large as 13. impossible. Adult hogs quickly become trap shy and nocturGenerally, wild hogs travel in family groups called sounders nal under pressure from hunting. In addition the freshwater comprised of two or more sows and their young. Adult boars marsh and wooded swamps provide extensive escape habitat that is, in places, nearly impenetrable to hunters. are solitary, only joining a herd to breed.

Hogzilla and his kin are unfortunately here to stay but with In South Carolina, a hunting license is required to hunt feral hogs. However, the S. C. Department of Natural continued control efforts the hog population will hopefully Resources does not classify wild hogs as game animals. remain at an acceptable level at JB CHS. Consequently, there are no closed seasons or weapons restric-

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Swipe and go - a new payment method at Weapons Station Galley Story and photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jennifer Hudson Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs Joint Base Charleston-Weapon Station's five-star award winning base galley is now accepting all major credit and debit cards to pay for meals. This service provides today's onthe-go Sailor less time waiting in line and more time enjoying a hot meal.

Under the new guidance provided by Commander Navy Installations Command, credit card usage will not only reduce wait times for Sailors, but reduce deposit trips to a bank, manhours and mistakes commonly made with cash.

"A lot of people don't carry around cash anymore," said Chief Culinary Specialist Eric Combs, JB CHS - WS galley leading chief petty officer. "So adding the convenience of using a credit or debit card just makes it easier for the Sailors here at JBC-WS." According to Combs, the galley is getting more customers than before it accepted the cards and there is hardly a waiting line. Another benefit is the new payment system allows for quicker deposits.

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wants all shore-based galleys to become completely cashless and reduce expenses by saving manpower Navy-wide. No transaction fees are passed on to Sailors or the galley program, and no signature or pin is required on transactions less than $25.

Although the galley has only been allowing credit card usage for a short time and still accepts cash from customers, staff members and customers all agree that the added payment method was a much needed improvement for today's Sailor.

"I think the credit card system is great and we are getting more people to come eat here than we did before," said Ship's Serviceman 3rd Class Chris Roberts, cashier.

Electrician's Mate 3rd Class Lauren Long, a student at Naval Nuclear Power Training Command at JBC-WS, often frequented local food chains or packed her lunch because she rarely carries cash.

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According to Combs, the galley provides 'more bang for your buck' by providing breakfast, lunch and dinner to its

The Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station Galley now accepts credit and debit cards to make it easier for Sailors to pay for their meals.

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315th AW recognizes NCOs

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By Staff Sgt. Shane Ellis 315th Airlift Wing Public Affairs The 315th Airlift Wing held an induction ceremony Sept. 10 at Joint Base Charleston for the wing's newest noncommissioned officers and senior noncommissioned officers.

The induction ceremony is an Air Force tradition which serves as a rite of passage to those selected for advancement in the noncommissioned officer corps and the senior noncommissioned officer corps.

The ceremony was presided over by Lt. Col. Robert McDaris Jr., 315 AW Maintenance Group assistant deputy commander who honored the new inductees with a ceremonial coin to recognize their achievements.

Chief Master Sgt. Mark Barber, 315th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron first sergeant, assisted McDaris and presented the inductees with a certificate of induction.

Senior Master Sgt. Berry Sessions, 315 AMXS flight chief, was the guest speaker for the ceremony. Sessions encouraged the new inductees to respect and honor the brotherhood in which they are part of as members of the U.S. Air Force Reserve.

Courtesy of Joint Base Charleston School Liaison office

U.S. Air Force photos\Staff Sgt. Shane Ellis

Lt. Col. Robert McDaris Jr., speaks to members of the 315th Airlift Wing at Joint Base Charleston, Sept. 10, during the noncommissioned officer corps and the senior noncommissioned officer corps inductions ceremony.

Colonel McDaris is the assistant deputy commander for the 315 Airlift Wing Maintenance Group.

Military families are now able to receive free online tutoring and career help from Tutor.com. Funded by the Department of Defense Morale, Welfare and Recreation Library Program, students in kindergarten through high school can connect to a live tutor online at anytime for help with homework, studying, test prep and more.

By providing 24-hour, seven days a week academic and career support for military families, Tutor.com helps mitigate stress parents and children feel when a spouse is deployed.

Parents and students are encouraged to attend one of several briefings demonstrating how the program works.

All briefings will be held Sept. 21 at the following times: 8 to 9 a.m. – The Education Center Bldg. 221, Joint Base Charleston – Air Base 2 to 3 p.m. – The Education Center Bldg. 221, JB CHS – AB 6 to 8 p.m. - The Airman and Family Readiness Center, Bldg. 500, JB CHS – Air Base.

For more information contact Chris Gerry, school liaison officer, at 963-4438. To register, call 962-4406.

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Sailors and Airmen participate in Day of Caring Airman First Class Tyler Wehrung and his brother Dustin Wehrung repair a window during National Day of Caring, Sept. 9, in a Charleston neighborhood.

More than 200 volunteers participated in 35 projects which included landscaping, debris removal, painting, and light repairs in neighborhoods located in downtown Charleston.

Military, DoD civilians, dependents and retirees participated in the community service project.

Wehrung is with the 628th Communications Squadron.

U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Nicole Mickle

Sailors from Joint Base Charleston's Naval Nuclear Power Training Command celebrate completion of their environmental clean-up project for Trident United Way's Day of Caring. As their contribution to the community, they cleaned-up and disposed of more than 300 yards of abandoned silt fencing left over from the recent construction of the Naval Medical Clinic at the Joint Base Charleston - Naval Weapons Station. The heavy wire frame, metal fence posts and fence fabric are piled 7' high on 24' long trailer behind the triumphant team.

U.S. Navy photo/Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jennifer Hudson U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Nicole Mickle

Members of the 437th Aerial Port Squadron pose for a photo after volunteering during National Day of Caring, Sept. 9. More than 200 volunteers participated in 35 projects which included landscaping, debris removal, painting, and light repairs in neighborhoods located in downtown Charleston. Military, DoD civilians, dependents and retirees participated in the community service project.

U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Nicole Mickle

Master Chief Petty Officer Terry Anthony and Chief Petty Officer Chiara White fill up a wheelbarrow with brush during the Trident United Way Day of Caring event, Sept. 9. More than 20 chiefs and chief selects spent the day restoring a baseball field at Baptist Hill Middle/High School. Anthony is the Naval Health Clinic Charleston command master chief and Chiara is from the Naval Consolidated Brig Charleston.

Staff Sgt. Justin Diggins looks on as Staff Sgt. John Roberts pulls up old floor boards from a deck during National Day of Caring, Sept. 9, in a Charleston neighborhood.

Diggins is a hydraulic mechanic with the 315th Maintenance Squadron and Roberts is with the 437th Maintenance Squadron.

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Learn family makes serving a family affair Story and photo by Senior Airman Bobby Pilch 315th Airlift Wing Public Affairs Many generations have served at Joint Base Charleston, S.C, but few can claim it as a family business. The Learn family, providing 73 years of combined service, with 69 of those years spent here at JB CHS, can rightfully make this statement.

Sunday, July 24, marked a significant event in their family history when four members of the Learn family attended the same Unit Training Assembly weekend. The newest family member to join the ranks, Airman 1st Class Gordon Learn, a hydraulic systems specialist assigned to the 315 Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, in-processed July 25.

This would be the first and last weekend the four family members served together, as Airman Learn's father, Chief Master Sgt. Ricky Learn, blue "Barracuda" aircraft maintenance unit Flight Chief, assigned to the 315 AMXS, retired Sept. 11 after 33 years of service.

Chief Learn's interest in aircraft began as a child partially due to his father's career with Eastern Airlines as an aircraft mechanic after serving in World War II. "The reason why I came in '78 was to get my airframe and powerplant license and follow in the footsteps of my father being an aircraft mechanic for a major airline," said Chief Learn.

His civilian career path would soon change, but his desire to remain a Reservist would not.

Chief Learn found himself commuting from his home in Tampa, Fla. to JB CHS while working two UTA weekends per month, bringing his two sons along for the ride.

"I did not want to be alone, so I'd grab these guys and make them ride with me for sevenand-a-half hours in the car," said Chief Learn referring to his two sons who now serve with the 315 AMXS. "I grew up on this base," said Master Sgt. Richard Learn, an integrated avionics craftsman assigned to the 315 AMXS. "I had the whole trip memorized."

After graduating high school in 1998, Sergeant Learn found himself shadowing the path of his father and became a member of the 315 AMXS upon completing basic training and technical school.

When asked if there was any key career advice provided from his father early on Sergeant Learn replied, "Don't screw up."

Holding true to his father's advice, Sergeant Learn was awarded the Airlift Tanker Young Leadership Award Nov. 7, 2008 at the Annual ATA Conference held in Anaheim, Calif.

"I am proud as a peacock," said Chief Learn, referring to seeing his two sons follow in his footsteps.

Thirteen years after Sergeant Learn's enlistment, armed with the experience of college, radio broadcasting and law enforcement, Airman Learn took the oath and became a part of the Air Force Reserve.

"Looking back, it was something I should have done right out of high school," said Airman Learn. "I think back in high school or middle school we stopped coming up. I would see them go off, and it was like something was missing. Then, one day I just made that decision and said this is what I am going to do (enlist)."

Joining the Air Force Reserve comes with sacrifice and putting service before self at many important times in an airman's personal life.

"I tried to explain, while they were growing up, why I was always gone over the weekends and I missed so many soccer games, swim meets and baseball games and all that stuff," said Chief Learn. "I am glad now they understand that what I was doing was bigger than ourselves."

"We are putting an airplane in the sky that is going to hopefully save lives or get supplies to somebody or feed somebody," said Chief Learn with pride in his voice.

In additional to great sacrifice, great relationships are formed while serving. There is no better example than Master Sgt. Cynthia Learn, First Sergeant assigned to the 315th Security Forces Squadron becoming a member of the Learn family four years ago.

First Sergeant Learn marks the relationship with Chief Learn as one of her career highlights, and said she would not have married him if she did not know the type man he is. She attributes their relationship as to the type of good people found in the military and serving in the Reserve.

As one chapter of the Air Force Reserve closes in September for a member of the Learn family, another is just beginning and two others continue to write their history and carry on the mission of the family business as part of "Team Charleston."

LDO/CWO package deadline approaches

By Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrea Perez Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs Office MILLINGTON, Tenn. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The application deadline for E6-E9 Sailors for the Fiscal Year 2013 Limited Duty Officer and Chief Warrant Officer programs is fast approaching, officials said Sept. 12.

LDO/CWO applications must be postmarked no later than Oct. 1 for active-duty Sailors and Nov. 1 for reservists.

Both programs provide the Navy with officers who are technical-based leaders and technical experts in key positions throughout the service, said Chief Warrant Officer Mitchell Allen, CWO community manager, Bureau of Naval Personnel (BUPERS).

"Limited duty officers and chief warrant officers are technical experts selected from the enlisted ranks," said Allen. "LDO's become technical leaders, like commanding officers of schoolhouses or shipyard repair facilities, while chief warrant officers stay technical experts in their field often in repetitive assignments."

The LDO and CWO programs provide outstanding senior enlisted personnel the opportunity to compete for a commission without the requirement of a college degree.

Combined, these two communities make up 11 percent of the officer corps.

"Over the next several years, we will be revising the application windows in which senior enlisted Sailors can apply for the LDO/CWO programs," said Allen. "Our hope is to create an even more technically-focused community, with a more predictable career path, more detailed opportunities and better career progression."

Applicants must meet basic eligibility requirements, outlined in NAVADMIN 224/11 for active-duty or NAVADMIN 226/11 for Reserve, before applying for the LDO/CWO programs.

"For the LDO/CWO community, there's only one way to get in and that's sustained

superior performance," said Capt. John Jones, LDO/CWO community manager, BUPERS. "The application process is tough and many Sailors won't pick up until at least their third try. We don't want Sailors to give up, we're looking for consistency and we want to see them continue to apply."

Eligible Sailors are encouraged to apply for the designator for which they are most qualified, regardless of their current rating. Upon commissioning, Sailors selected for LDO/CWO will attend the four-week Officer Development School in Newport, R.I. "Right now the LDO/CWO community is not undergoing any sort of reduction in force because of their technical necessity," said Jones.

Specific requirements and additional information about the programs can be found in OPNAVINST 1420.1B, Enlisted to Officer Commissioning Programs Application Administrative Manual, chapter 7.

More responsibilities as a limited duty officer or chief warrant officer mean more benefits, too, said Jones.

"If you are selected for our program as a petty officer first class, your paycheck will double within four years. The long-term benefit is a substantial retirement check that is double what our great master chiefs receive," said Jones. "Couple that with our promotion rates and that makes for a very attractive program."

"But it's not just about the financial benefits," said Jones. "It's about understanding the minds of Sailors and using that knowledge to shape your decisions and implement change which best serves our Navy. That's what I really love about the program."

Complete application procedures, eligibility requirements and links to other resources can be found in NAVADMIN 224/11 and NAVADMIN 226/11. Sailors may also learn more about the LDO/CWO communities in the 2011 LDO/CWO Guidebook available on the Navy Personnel Command website at www.npc.navy.mil.

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The Learn family, all Reservists with the 315th Airlift Wing, stand outside Joint Base Charleston headquarters building July 24.

(Left to Right) Airman 1st Class Gordan Learn, hydraulic systems specialist 315 Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, Chief Master Sgt. Ricky Learn, 315 AMXS "Blue" aircraft maintenance unit flight chief, Master Sgt. Cynthia Learn, First Sergeant 315th Security Forces Squadron and Master Sgt. Richard Learn, an integrated avionics craftsman assigned to the 315 AMXS.

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Local CPOs conduct Heritage Run

This week in Air Force history

Courtesy of Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs Sept. 11, 2005 - During the four years since the 2001 attack, Air Mobility Command flew 53,530 missions. By mid-September 2005, AMC's aircraft and contracted commercial had moved aircraft 3,055,336 troops and 1,487,884 short tons of cargo. In late 2005, the support to Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom surpassed the 19901991 Persian Gulf War airlift effort to become history's second largest airlift, following the 1948-1949 Berlin Airlift.

Sept. 12, 1988 - C-5s, C-141s and C-130s flew to Kingston, Jamaica, after Hurricane Gilbert devastated the island. Military Airlift Command flew more C-5 missions in October to provide humanitarian relief.

U.S. Navy photos/Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jennifer Hudson

More than 200 chiefs, senior chiefs, master chief petty officers and chief selectees from Joint Base Charleston-Weapons Station made their way through the streets of Patriotâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Point during the 10th annual Heritage Run, Sept. 10. The Heritage Run is designed to instill comraderie, patriotism and unit cohesiveness as well the Navy core values of Honor, Courage and Commitment.

More than 200 chiefs, senior chiefs and master chief petty officers and chief selectees from Joint Base CharlestonWeapons Station participate in the 10th annual Heritage run at Patriotâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Point, Sept. 10. The Heritage Run made stops at five different monuments, including the USS Yorktown (CV 10).

Sept. 13, 1992 - During Operation Impressive Lift, AMC aircraft moved U.N.

troops from Pakistan to Somalia to begin a peacekeeping mission through Sept. 29. In the 94 flights, the aircraft carried 974 passengers and 1,168 tons of equipment and supplies. The troops tried to distribute food fairly for Operation Provide Relief.

Sept. 14, 1995 Airlifters moved more than 30 tons of medical supplies from Charleston Air Force Base to Hanoi, Vietnam through Sept. 30, in the first humanitarian airlift to that country since the war ended in 1975.

Sept. 15, 1991 - A C-17A made its first flight from Long Beach, Calif., to Edwards AFB, Calif.

Sept. 16, 1958 - North American's T-39 Sabreliner made its first flight.

Sept. 17, 1976 - The first Space Shuttle, the Enterprise, rolled out of Palmdale, Calif.

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Sept. 11, 2002 - The "Don't Tread on Me" Navy Jack was flown by Navy ships marking the first anniversary of the terrorists attacks on the Pentagon and World Trade Center.

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Sept. 13, 1939 - The Navy suspended transfers to the Fleet Reserve after 20 years of service and retained men on active duty as World War II loomed on the horizon.

Sept. 14, 1899 - The Gunboat Concord and monitor Monterey captured two insurgent schooners at Aparri, Philippine Islands.

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Sept. 18 ❏ The Hurt Locker Charity Golf Tournament: The Hurt Locker Charity Golf Tournament is Sept.

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Sept. 20 ❏ Transition Assistance Program (TAP): P, 2023 SEP. Learn how to transition from the military to civilian life with ease, Sept. 20 to 23. The first three days are from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and the fourth day 4th day is from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Call the AFRC at 963-4406 to sign up.

Sept. 21 ❏ Free Online Tutoring and Career Help: Tutor.com is a free tutorial service available to active duty military families, covering grade levels K-college. Representatives will help you register and "test drive" the program Sept. 21 from 8 to 9 a.m. and from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Education Center, Bldg. 221; and from 6 to 8 p.m. at the AFRC, Bldg.

500. Call the AFRC at 963-4406 to register.

Sept. 23 ❏ Retirement Ceremony: Senior Master Michael Pawlak will have a retirement ceremony Sept. 23 at 2 p.m. in the 15th Airlift Squadron auditorium in Bldg. 74. ❏ Budget Your Way to Financial Freedom: Learn how something as simple as budgeting can help you become organized financially and accomplish your financial goals, Sept. 23 from 9 to 9:30 a.m. Call the AFRC at 963-4406 to register.

Sept. 27 ❏ Clinic Closure: The 628th Medical Group clinic will be closed Sept. 27 at noon and will reopen Sept. 28 at 7:30 a.m.

Sept. 28 ❏ Smooth Move Workshop: Learn how to ease through a PCS move and receive valuable take-aways, Sept. 28 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Call the AFRC at 963-4406 to register.

❏ Professional Style Dress: Women’s session, is Sept. 28 from noon to 2 p.m. and the men’s session is from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Understand the dos and don'ts of looking your best with your professional dress. Learn what proper and appropriate dress is for everything from business casual to professional. This program is conducted by Charleston School of Protocol and Etiquette and will be held at AFRC. Call 963-4406 to RSVP. Sept. 29 ❏ Learn How to Adopt/Foster parent: Learn to navigate the Adoption and Fostering system from the experts, Sept. 29 from noon to 1 p.m. Call the AFRC at 963-4406 to register. ❏ The Career Status Bonus/Redux: Is it a wise choice? Make an informed decision. Learn whether or not the CSB/REDUX is the best retirement choice before you make a decision you may regret, Sept. 29 from 3:30 to 4 p.m. Call the AFRC at 963-4406 to sign up. ❏ Junior Smooth Move Workshop: 29 SEP, 1800-1930. This program is for children ages 5-16 who will PCS soon. The workshop will be held at the JB CHS – AB Youth Center, Sept. 29 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Call the AFRC at 963-4406 to sign up.

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Events Sept. 17 ❏ CrossFit Challenge: Joint Base Charleston CrossFit is participating in the 6th annual national CrossFit challenge "Fight Gone Bad," Sept. 17 at 12 p.m. CrossFitters from across the country will be competing against each other to benefit the Special Operations Warrior Foundation and Camp Patriot. The timed workout is approximately 17 minutes long, and has not changed since the original "Fight Gone Bad." After the workout, Joint Base Charleston CrossFit will have a cookout with burgers and hotdogs, all are welcome. For more information, contact Steve Hart at 963-3614 or Scott Levesque at 963-0578.

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Sept. 20 ❏ Operation Clip & Save Coupon Workshop: Learn how to save money on your groceries by shopping circulars, clipping coupons and searching the web during this workshop with Kay McFadden. Free childcare will be provided on site.

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❏ Over Pricing (ZOP) Program: Per Air Mobility Command, everyone that orders parts through the Department of Defense stock system is requested to file a report when large discrepancies in prices exist for parts received. An example would be a $5 part that costs $500. All personnel should contact the 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron Customer Service office to file a complaint. For questions, concerns or further instruction on ZOP, contact Staff Sgt. Charles Brown at 963-4831. ❏ Workforce Specialist: A workforce specialist is now available by appointment on Tuesdays from 1 to 4 p.m. and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to noon. The specialist can help with job referrals, resume and interview assistance and provide information about educational opportunities for active duty, retirees, dependents, and Department of Defense civilians.

Call 963-4406 to schedule an appointment. ❏ Spouse Orientation to JB CHS: Spouses are invited to this orientation the first and third Wednesdays of each month from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Call 963-4406 to register. ❏ Coupon exchange: The AFRC has a coupon exchange that is open to all ranks. Bring in your unused coupons between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., Monday through Friday and help yourself to coupons for you and your family. For more information on the coupon exchange, call 963-4408. ❏ Stress coping workshops: Learn how to cope with life's stresses without pulling your hair out.

Workshops meet the second Wednesday of every month from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. in the Health and Wellness Center classroom and are open to everyone. Call 963-4007 to sign up.

Special Announcements ❏ Sleep habits: Learn effective sleep habits and ❏ Work & Family Life Specialists: Work & how to get your best z's during this workshop which Family Life specialists are available by appointmeets the fourth Wednesday of every month from ment.

Get help with job referrals, resume and inter3:30 to 4:30 p.m. in the HAWC classroom. This class is open to everyone. Call 963-4007 to sign up. view assistance, first move and information about educational opportunities for active duty, retirees, To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to patri- family members and Department of Defense civilot@charleston.af.mil. Make the subject line "NEWS ians. Call the FFSC at 764-7480 for an appointBRIEFS." Submissions must be received no later than ment.

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❏ Personal Financial Management: Let an FFSC certified financial specialists assist you in accessing and explaining your credit report. They can provide the tools and information to improve your score and make the right decisions about collections and debt. Call FFSC at 764-7480 for more information. ❏ Wise credit Choices: Did you know that your credit score is a huge deciding factor for interest rates, mortgages, insurance costs, employability, loans, deposits, etc.? Call a personal financial manager at the FFSC for an appointment at 764-7480. ❏ Women's personal training offered: The Weapons Station fitness program is offering women's small group personal training free of charge at Sam's Gym. The service is offered Monday-Friday from noon to 1 p.m. and 5 to 6 p.m., and focuses on muscular strength, endurance and increased functionality of gross body movements. This program is offered to all fitness levels.

Call 764-4173 for more information. ❏ Developing your spending plan: Let a financial education specialist at the FFSC on Joint Base Charleston-Weapons Station provide you the tools and resources needed to develop a financial plan of your dreams. The purpose of a financial plan is for you to determine where you are now, where you want to go and how you plan to get there by starting today. Contact the FFSC 764-7480 for more information.

Updates and Notices ❏ Stepping Stones Pre-School storytime: Parents and pre-school children learn together through stories, songs, arts & crafts and play time with the Stepping Stones Pre-school Story Time program at the JB CHS – Weapons Station Branch Library. Children must be pre-school age and accompanied by a parent or guardian. This free program is Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. To register, call 764-7900. ❏ MWR's Recycling Department calling for all metal: Containers for empty aluminum cans are located throughout the Naval Support Activity.

Aluminum cans are the mainstay of the recycling program; however, all types of metal are accepted.

If you have heavy metal products that need to be picked up, call the Recycling Department at 7430510. All recycling proceeds go towards enhancing your Morale, Welfare, Recreation facilities and programs. ❏ Parents, need a night out? The Child Development Homes program has certified providers available for Friday night child care. Call the CDH office for a list of available providers at 764-7347. ❏ Resale vehicle lot: Selling a car, truck, camper, boat or motorcycle? MWR's "Hot Deals on Wheels" used vehicle lot offers the only authorized place to display vehicles for sale on Naval Support Activity. The lot is located near Red Bank Road in the New Wave Pool parking lot. The cost is $8 per week for military and immediate family and $10 per week for retirees and DoD civilians.

Reservations and payment are accepted at the Information, Tickets and Tours Office. Call 7642120 for more information.

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close of business the Friday prior to publication.

Family Events is dedicated to family activities. To submit an activity, send an e-mail to patriot@ charleston.af.mil. Make the subject line "Family Events." Submissions must be received no later than close of business the Friday prior to publication.

Movie Schedule: Weapons Station Movie Theater: Call 764-7516 for show times. Admission is free. Doors open 30 minutes prior to each showing. ❏ Thor: Sept. 16, 7:30 p.m., Rated PG-13 ❏ Hoodwinked Too: Sept. 17, 5 p.m., not rated ❏ Something Borrowed: Sept. 17, 7:30 p.m., Rated PG-13 ❏ Thor: Sept. 18, 2 p.m., Rated PG-13 ❏ Prom: Sept. 22, 7:30 p.m., Rated PG

Movie Schedule: Air Base Movie Theater: Call 963-3333 for individual show times. Admission is $4.50 for adults, 12 years and older, and $2.25 for children 6-11 years old. “G” rated movies are $2.25 for children 3-11 years old. Visit www.aafes.com for full movie schedules. ❏ Captain America: The First Avenger: Sept. 16, 7:30 p.m., Rated PG-13 ❏ Cowboys & Aliens: Sept. 17, 7:30 p.m., Rated PG-13

Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station ❏ Birthday bowling parties: Looking for something different to do for your next birthday party?

Marrington Bowling Center has birthday bowling parties that are great for kids of any age. Call the bowling center for party options and availability. ❏ Stroller Rollers offers "Fitness for Mom, fun for baby!" Attention new mothers, now there is a way to get fit while spending quality time with your baby. With the Stroller Rollers program, you'll shape up with a power walk and body sculpting while strolling with your baby. It's a great chance to interact with other new moms. Classes meet at the Naval Support Activity gymnasium on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. Classes are free. Materials are provided. For more information, call MWR Fitness Director Nancy Haynsworth at 764-4067.

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❏ Make your next party a movie party at Cinema One: Looking for a unique idea for your next group party? Why not make it a movie party? Cinema One offers private showings of your favorite feature films. Cinema One movie parties are perfect for birthday celebrations, command socials, class trips, youth groups and lots more. Movie parties are free to groups of 40 or more (with concessions purchase) and are $25 to groups of less than 40 people. Call theater manager, Teresa Stuckey, at 764-4107 for reservation information. ❏ Free on-line tutoring service: Tutor.com for Military Families is the Defense Department's official, online, on-demand tutoring and homework help service for military members and their families. The site, http://www.tutor.com/military offers round-the-clock professional tutors who can assist with homework, studying, test preparation, proof-reading and more.

Active-duty military members and National Guard, Reserve personnel and Defense Department civilians on active duty in a deployed status and their family members are eligible to participate. Tutor.com's network includes more than 2,500 professional tutors who have delivered more than six million, oneon-one tutoring sessions since 2001. Each tutor is certified through the site, and all sessions are recorded for quality control. The program can also be accessed through a free app for the iPod Touch, iPhone or iPad.

Joint Base Charleston - Air Base ❏ Pre-Teen Lock-in Party: Join us for this all-nighter of fun for ages 9 to 12, Sept. 16 from 8 p.m. to Sept. 17, 7 a.m. at the Joint Base Charleston – Air Base Youth Center. Call 963-5684 or 764-7809 ❏ Girl Scouting: Girls in kindergarten through eighth grade are invited to join Girl Scout Troop 895 at the Chapel Annex on the second and fourth Tuesdays from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Contact Patti Donahue at 618-363-5230 or pdonahue@sc.rr.com for more information. ❏ Story Hours at the Library: The Base Library has two fun story hours every week. Mondays at 10 a.m., is the home day care story hour. Please call ahead each week to sign-up your group for this day. Tuesdays is the toddler open story and craft hour starting at 10 a.m. Reservations are not required for this session. Both sessions are free. Call 963-3320 to sign up. ❏ Tennis Lessons: Lessons are held at the Outdoor Recreation tennis courts. Children six through 17 and adults can enroll for one-hour sessions, twice a week for $80 per month. Lessons are held on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9 to 11 a.m. and 3 to 6 p.m.

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The Patriot • September 16, 2011

DON hiring system shifting to USAJOBS Courtesy of Department of the Navy Office of Civilian Human Resources WASHINGTON – The Department of the Navy urges its employees and applicants to shift from Civilian Hiring and Recruitment Tool to USAJOBS prior to Sept. 30.

The transition to USAJOBS, a one-stop source for posting and receiving applications for all DON job announcements, is a key component to ongoing efforts across the DON to reform and streamline the hiring process.

In the next phase of the transition, operation of the DON's online application system, CHART, will cease. CHART will no longer be available to external applicants beginning Oct. 12.

"We encourage employees and applicants

for Department of Navy jobs to create new accounts and move their resume details to USAJOBS by Sept. 30, since USAJOBS will be unavailable Oct. 6-12 for updates and maintenance," said Jean Mercer, director of Human Resources Systems and Business Transformation for DON. "All information must be manually copied from CHART and transferred to a resume built in USAJOBS or saved as a Word document," she said.

Mercer and the DON hiring reform team have put together a fact sheet outlining how to transfer information from CHART to USAJOBS in five easy steps.

"When applicants and employees move or create new resumes on USAJOBS, it's a great time to review and update their information.

Since USAJOBS will store up to five resumes, it is an opportunity to create resumes to support multiple job announcements," says Mercer.

The fact sheet outlining the key steps to transfer information is available at www.public.navy.mil/DONHR/employment/hiringreform - the CHART system will not be available for external applicants after Oct. 12. Tips for creating a powerful resume also are available on the DONHR portal at www.public.navy.mil/DONHR/employ-

ment/CivJobOpps/pages/AllAboutYou.aspx .

The DON remains committed to improving the applicant's experience, reducing the time to fill vacancies and securing quality candidates for DON positions. Civilian careers in the Department of the Navy offer real world challenges with real life rewards careers where purpose and patriotism unite.

Questions on the transition to USAJOBS or on DON hiring reform efforts can be sent to DONhrfaq@navy.mil.

For more news, go to www.navy.mil.

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MCPON sends Ombudsman Appreciation Day message Special from Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (SS/SW) Rick D. West WASHINGTON – Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON)(SS/SW) Rick D. West and his wife, Bobbi, ombudsman-atlarge, released the following Ombudsman Appreciation Day message to the Fleet Sept.

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Please join Bobbi and me in offering our sincere gratitude and appreciation to our Navy ombudsmen and their 41 years of excellence.

Bravo Zulu and HOOYAH, Very Respectfully, MCPON and Bobbi West" For more news from Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy, visit www.navy.mil /local/mcpon/.

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POSITION AVAILABLE – PROTESTANT YOUNG ADULT DIRECTOR: The Joint Base Charleston

(JBC) Chapel Protestant Community is in need of a Young Adult Director. This individual must be a member of the Protestant Faith group and have a broad background of Protestant denominations and be familiar with their beliefs and practices. Must have a B.A. in ministry or 2 years experience as a Young Adult Director/Coordinator and satisfactorily demonstrate the ability to fulfill the duties. Individual should be knowledgeable in areas of Air Force Instructions relevant to chapel functions. Potential candidates may obtain a copy of the bid documents from the Base Chapel, bldg 1005 on JBC. All bids and resumes must be submitted to one of the POCs for this position, which are TSgt Tansa Ayazgok or TSgt Mitchell McNair. The criteria used in selecting for this position will be “best value” to the government. Candidates may be required to interview. The close-out date to apply for this position is 3 Oct 11. A selection will be made by 7 Oct 11. The individual selected must complete a background check as directed by DoDI 1402, Criminal History Background Checks on Individuals in Child Care Services. For questions or concern please call the chapel at 963-2536.

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Chapel Catholic Community is in need of a Youth Coordinator. This individual must be a practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church, who can demonstrate familiarity with the Catholic faith and practices. Must have an associate's degree and/or two years experience as a church/chapel youth coordinator or certification in Catholic Liturgical from an accredited Catholic Institution. Potential candidates may obtain a copy of the bid documents from the Base Chapel, bldg 1005 on JBC. All bids and resumes must be submitted to one of the POCs for this position, which are TSgt Tansa Ayazgok or TSgt Mitchell McNair. The criteria used in selecting for this position will be "best value" to the government. Candidates may be required to interview. The close-out date to apply for this position is 3 Oct 11. A selection will be made by 7 Oct 11. The individual selected must complete a background check as directed by DoDI 1402, Criminal History Background Checks on Individuals in Child Care Services. For questions or concern please call the chapel at 963-2536.

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