Joint Base Charleston, S.C.
Patriot
Vol. 4, No. 39
Team Charleston – One Family, One Mission, One Fight!
Friday, October 25, 2013
Navy Celebrates 238th Birthday with Ball
U.S. Navy photo / Petty Officer 2nd Class Chad Hallford
Retired Master Chief Petty Officer Sam Kirton and Petty Officer Third Class Austin Blackwell, Naval Support Activity Charleston administrative assistant, cut the ceremonial Navy Birthday cake as the oldest and youngest Sailor present at the 238th Navy Birthday Ball Oct. 18, 2013, at the Redbank Club, Joint Base Charleston — Weapons Station, S.C. See more photos, Page 5.
Joint Base Charleston K-9 unit trains with Federal Agencies on explosives detection
INSIDE PHOENIX RAVEN
Story and photos by Senior Airman Ashlee Galloway Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
Airmen take on challenge See page 6
IRON MAN
Special Ops seeks prototypes See page 11
UEI COUNTDOWN 39 Days Begins December 2, 2013
Weekend Weather Update JB CHS, SC
Friday, October 25
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On October 22, 2013, the K-9 unit at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. trained with federal agencies concerning explosives detection. The training was held at an undisclosed warehouse in Summerville, S.C. “This is a great opportunity for all of our federal, state, and local agencies to work together as an inter-agency,” said Kim Barnett, Transportation Security Inspector Explosive Detection Canine handler. “We can all learn from each other.” The JB Charleston K-9 unit headed off the installation to train with Federal agencies to ensure their mission as security forces military working dog handlers was enhanced with the cooperation of all available agencies. This establishes a relationship that can only be bettered by joint cooperation. “I would like for my guys to be recognized for their hard work and commitment to making joint operations a priority for mission accomplishment,” said Tech. Sgt. Heath Hinton, 628th SFS non-commissioned officer in charge, military working dog section. “Along with local law enforcement agencies, we conduct training on a regular basis with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, and Transportation Security Administration in hopes of combining all our collective knowledge for a safer joint base and surrounding cities.” The training is held twice a year and is put together by TSA with help from the FBI. During this training, the dogs undergo obstacles where they search through blocks or warehouse equipment for substances that are and may be used by terrorist or people who want to harm the United States. If they find something suspicious, then they are trained to sit in front of that item. “I appreciate the opportunity to provide this training to the Department of Defense that is in the South Carolina Lowcountry,” said Robert Schmidt, Field K-9 Coordinator for the Department of Homeland Security. “It is a wonderful opportunity to train with different dog teams from various federal, state, and local agencies.” “We have a commitment to provide realistic, real-world K-9 training whenever possible.” See more photos on Page 8.
Staff Sgt. Timothy Garrett, 628th Security Force K-9 handler, and his dog, Tze, pose for a photo outside a warehouse October 22, 2013 during Explosives detection training in Summerville, S.C. During this training, the dogs undergo obstacles where they searched through blocks or warehouse equipment for substances that are and may be used by terrorists or criminals.
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Each year, Red Ribbon Week provides us with an opportunity to renew our commitment to a healthy and drug-free lifestyle, and show our dedication to education and prevention efforts in our schools and communities. This year’s theme is “A HEALTHY ME IS DRUG FREE.” This campaign came about after the tragic murder of Federal Drug Enforcement Administration Agent Enrique Camarena, in 1985, while he was investigating Mexican drug traffickers. Now a national celebration, Red Ribbon Week, allows educators, parents, community groups, students and others to focus on the work being done by the many who have pledged to live drug free. For additional information on Red Ribbon Week, please contact Mr. Selwyn Stephens, Drug Demand Reduction Program Manager, at 963-6514.
Staff Sgt. Jonathan Calo, 628th Security Forces K-9 handler, and his dog, Ttilley, play outside a warehouse October 22, 2013 before an Explosives detection training in Summerville, S.C.
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