January 18, 2013
SOUTH POTOMAC PILOT NEWS AND INFORMATION FOR THE NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY SOUTH POTOMAC DEFENSE COMMUNITY
CBIRF Marines compete at field meet By Andrew Revelos Staff Writer
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Marines assigned to the Chemical Biological Incident Response Force (CBIRF) took over the running track Jan. 4 at Naval Support Facility (NSF) Indian Head to squeeze a little friendly competition into the unit’s busy training and operations schedule. The events-a sked race, tire flip, dizzy izzy, medicine ball toss, gas mask relay, stretcher race and tug of war-may not have looked too much like traditional Marine Corps training. But the enthusiasm of the participants revealed the goal of the event: build camaraderie and have a little fun. The competition pitted members of Initial Response Force (IRF) Alpha, IRF Bravo and Headquarters and Service Company against each other. Staff Sgt. William Caldwell, CBIRF technical training chief, was one of two enlisted leaders who came up with the field meet’s novel challenges. “What I wanted my Marines to get out of this today is to let their hair down and build some camaraderie,” he said. “A lot of times, we don’t get the chance because we’re working so
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A Marine is all smiles after he lost his footing competing in a sked race at CBIRF’s field meet Jan. 4. much. We don’t always get a chance to bring the Marines together.” “We’re coming back from a break. we have a lot of
things on our schedule this year and this gets [the Marines] back in the game,” said Lt. Cmdr. Carlis Brown, a naval officer assigned to CBIRF.
“We didn’t ease into the Ney Year here; we immediately started into training. This just caps that off.” Most of the events in-
cluded demonstrations of CBIRF’s chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and
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Indian Head Sailors help deliver meals to local families By Andrew Revelos NSASP Staff Writer The words were familiar, repeated every weekday in communities across the country. The uniform of the Sailor who said them, however, was a pleasant surprise to Indian Head resident Celia Brooks. “Meals on Wheels!” announced Culinary Specialist 2nd Class Adam Buchanan, a Sailor assigned to the galley at nearby Naval Support Facility (NSF) Indian Head. Brooks smiled and thanked Buchanan, not only for the meal, but “for serving our country.” The meal was one of approximately 500 delivered by NSF Indian Head Sailors since they started participating in the Meals on Wheels program more than a year
ago. In the meantime, the participating Sailors have gained an in-depth understanding of the homebound residents in community they serve- their health concerns, family situations, food allergies, neighborhood histories. While it is not always easy work, the Sailors know they are helping meet a critical need in the community. It all started with an inspirational words from Indian Head resident and Vietnam veteran Lewis Knight. Knight, a retired Airman, is no stranger to NSF Indian Head. In a 2011 Veterans Day speech, he encouraged service members to put their military discipline to work for the community. Chief Culinary Specialist Rodney Kayes, the installation’s galley officer, took
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U.S. Navy Photo by Andrew Revelos
Chief Culinary Specialist Rodney Kayes (r.), galley officer at Naval Support Facility Indian Head, delivers a meal Jan. 7 to Indian Head resident Norma Swann.
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CBIRF: Marines are enjoying a little fun before the very busy year ahead Continued from page 1
high-yield explosive (CBRNE) response skills. “Some of the [events] that we did, like carrying the Stokes Basket [stretchers], we actually do that in our jobs,” said Caldwell. “In a real-life scenario, we would have Marines carrying those baskets. Our extraction team. they actually do that, so we can get a little training value out of it, too.” The Marines put together a particularly interesting spin on that standby of office picnic events, the dizzy izzy. After twenty fast spins around a bat, staggering competitors rushed across a field where they assembled or disassembled an M-16 service rifle. As if being too dizzy to stand were not enough, the competing Marines were treated to a barrage of “advice” from fellow Marines about how best to carry out that task; some of the advice was correct, some was deliberately misleading. Of course, the Marines of CBIRF are already well-versed in CBRNE and Marine skills, but the competitive nature of the Marines made the field meet an ideal forum for them to execute each skill a little faster, with a little more intensity. That desire to constantly improve manifested itself in many ways, not the least of which is the unique ways Marines find to motivate their comrades. “One of those things about the Marine Corps is that we’re so competitive,” said Caldwell. “We make it fun. this is a great time for the Marines to get
The world may have looked a bit out of focus to this dizzy Marine as he sprints to the other side of a field to disassemble an M-16 service rifle. After 20 spins around a baseball bat, many Marines had trouble standing up, much less running.
U.S. Navy photos by Andrew Revelos
Peanut gallery: a dizzy Sgt. Evan Page tries to reassemble and M-16 service rifle under a barrage of good advice, misleading advice and old-fashioned trash talking at CBIRF’s field meet Jan. 4. together and, without worrying about work, just have a good time. So you’ll hear a little trash talking; you’ll see somebody motivating [a
competitor]. But at the end of the day, we’re all going to get together, pat each other on the back, and go home.”
At the end of the day, the surprise winner of the field meet was announced. Headquarters and Service Company bested IRFs Alpha
and Bravo for the prize: a few days liberty and bragging rights. Col. Peter Ahern, commanding officer of CBIRF, ended the field meet by offering the Marines a preview of what promises to be a very busy year for the unit. He also praised the Marines for their dedication and professionalism. “I’m proud of what you do each and every day,” Ahern told the Marines. “Keep it up.”
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those words to heart. Kayes and several other Sailors assigned to Indian Head decided to take a page from Knight’s book and volunteer at least once a month for Meals on Wheels. “We met Chief Master Sergeant Lewis Knight at the Veterans day memorial at Indian Head where he was the guest speaker,” said Kayes. “In conversation he mentioned that he was involved in a program that always needs volunteers and he got us started.” Kayes credits his Sailors-Buchanan, along with Culinary Specialist 1st Class Corey Mills and Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Brandon Miller-for doing the bulk of the work. “They’re the ones who do most of it,” said Kayes. “They make it happen.” Kayes added that Master at Arms 1st Class Sarah Wood and Yeoman 2nd Class David Parker have also pitched in on occasion, as their work schedules allow. “We meet a delivery person at the senior center in Indian Head to sign for the meals at 0945 and are on the road by 10 a.m.,” said Kayes. “The most difficult part is remembering where everyone lives.” The experience of getting out in local neighborhoods keeps the participating Sailors on their toes. Buchanan and Kayes laughed as
U.S. Navy Photo by Andrew Revelos
“Meals on wheels!” Culinary Specialist 2nd Class Adam Buchanan (r.), assigned to the galley onboard Naval Support Facility Indian Head, delivers a meal Jan. 7 to Indian Head resident William Mack. they recall a feisty Chihuahua that chased one Sailor, who shall remain nameless, off of an elderly woman’s porch. Another encounter with a much larger canine was less humorous.
“I got bit by a pit bull,” said Buchanan, who managed to smile as he recalled a minor bite on the hand he got from a neighborhood dog during a delivery. But getting lost and dealing with
Fido is not the most challenging part of the work. While many meal recipients appear to enjoy a solid family support network, it is sometimes evident that others do not. Some recipients pass away or are
moved to nursing care; others seem to be more or less alone in an impoverished life. “It’s tough,” said Kayes. “It’s humbling.” Still, the good feelings far outweigh the sadder experiences. “The satisfaction comes from knowing that we are assisting the people that are truly in need giving back to those who helped build this community,” said Kayes. As Buchanan and Keyes arrived to deliver a meal to Helen Taylor, her caretaker-daughter was leaving for work. Taylor’s son-in-law, Leonard Thompson, explained how Meals on Wheels helps his family continue to be productive citizens. “It makes it easy on my wife because my wife works,” he said. “She doesn’t have to worry about preparing a meal for [Taylor]. It’s a great help.” Knight could not be more proud of the way the Sailors from NSF Indian Head stepped up to meet his challenge, calling the effort “fantastic.” Knight, who is engaged in several charitable community activities, added that the same Sailors did a great job collecting 197 food baskets for needy families during the holidays. “They were awesome.”
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Dahlgren personnel judge science fair for King George Middle School By Andrew Revelos Staff Writer
CARPOOL/VANPOOL WANTED Van or Car pool desired from Fredericksburg or King George to Indian Head, Monday thru Friday with one RDO, prefer 7-430, but hours can be negotiated. 703-909-3380. Riders wanted to start a carpool from the Northern Neck (Lively/Lancaster), passing through Warsaw at 0605 and Montross at 0615, arriving at Dahlgren by 0700; leaving Dahlgren at 1600. Call Lea at 540-653-6776 or 571-232-5412 (cell). From the Ferry Farm area to Dahlgren Bldg. 1500 area. Prefer early work hours. Call Mark, 540-653-2148. Riders wanted for van pool. Leaves from Richmond at Home Depot on AtleeElmont Rd. (exit # 86B off I-95) to Dahlgren. Call David at (540) 653-9203. Clinton, Md., to Dahlgren. Hours are flexible (0600 - 1700). Call Miranda at 703692-9590. Carpool/vanpool wanted from Montross area to Dahlgren. Can also take up to 3 or 4 riders from here if they would prefer me to drive. Call Doc at 252-670-6686. Early risers only.
Want to start a carpool? Need riders? “Commuter Clearinghouse” is a source for information on carpools or vanpools that already exist and need passengers, as well as a place for employees to advertise to start a carpool or vanpool. Whether you already operate a carpool or vanpool and are open to accepting new riders or need drivers, or if you are looking for a carpool or vanpool, provide us with information that might help you find or start a commuter opportunity, such as, where you will need to commute from and to, preferred schedule and contact information. You can send your information via e-mail to nsasp_pao_dlgr@ navy.mil or contact our office toll free at 866-359-5540, or DSN 249-8153, or 540653-8153.
FREDERICKSBURG RIDESHARING SERVICE GWRideConnect is a free ridesharing service that assists persons who are seeking daily transportation from Fredericksburg, Stafford, Spotsylvania, Caroline and King George counties to employment locations in Dahlgren among other employment sites. Go to www.gwregion. org/gwride connect.html.
Eleven employees and service members assigned to Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren brought some of the installation’s storied scientific expertise to the science fair Jan. 10 at King George Middle School, where they served as judges. The judges helped decide which project was the best in show, as well as choosing more than a dozen projects that will advance to the Piedmont Regional Science Fair in March. Winners were also chosen for each science project division, such as computer science, animal science and physics. Teachers encouraged judges to interact with students during the project evaluations. Judges took that advice and asked students detailed questions about why they chose their project, how they used the scientific method and what, if anything, they might do differently next time. The grading was divided into subcategories that evaluated the students’ accuracy, content knowledge, thoroughness, neatness and originality. Several students impressed the judges in the latter category. “They were definitely original this year,” said Jessica Drinks, science teacher at King George Middle School. Projects ranged from a simple but highly scientific evaluation on the durability of rubber bands, to testing the amount of electrolytes in sports drinks, to a fascinating project that evaluated the ability of ants to predict earth quakes. Teachers said the chance to interact with real life science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) professionals inspired the students to work hard on the projects. Of course, science and math teachers are STEM professionals, but getting a fresh perspective excites students. “”[Students] get to hear from their math and science teachers every single day for 200 days,” said Drinks. “I think sometimes they hear us and monotone out like Charlie Brown’s teacher. Here, the judges are people who have been doing this for a real job: they’re real scientists and engineers. people on base doing stuff. The students say ‘wow, this is someone taking time from their work to come in and talk to me.’ And it really gives them a new perspective. They get a lot of validation when they see their project can be applied in the real world.”
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Christian, left, an 8th grader at King George County Middle School, explains his science fair project to Lolita Gunter, center, school liaison officer for Naval Support Activity South Potomac, and Lequisha Pryor, right, budget analyst for the Missile Defense Agency.
Culinary Specialist Second Class Stephen Amoah of Naval Support Activity South Potomac listens intently as a King George Middle School student explains his science project. Base personnel helped judge this year’s science fair. Drinks and the other King George County teachers also thanked the judges for their participation. For their own part, the judges all enjoyed a chance to interact with what they hope will be tomorrow’s STEM professionals. “It was definitely
rewarding,” said FC1 Kyle Loftin, assigned to the Aegis Training and Readiness Center (ATRC). “I like interfacing with the younger generation just to see where their heads are at and what they’re thinking. If you look around here, you can see that [students] are
thinking and using their heads and they’re aware of their surroundings. That’s huge.” After evaluating projects, the judges had a spirited debate about which projects were the best in each division and which students deserved to advance to the Piedmont Regional Science Fair. The decision about which project was the best in show, however, came rather quickly. Christian, an 8th grader, impressed all the judges with a very interesting project about how various materials might affect radio waves. Christian knew his subject inside and out and presented his finding with enthusiasm and professionalism. It is not only science that fascinated Christian, but also the history of science. “Darwin and evolution. it’s how we interpret the history of the world,” he said. Christian was inspired to create his experiment after conducting some internet research about the iffy cell phone reception he noticed in certain places. “I was thinking how [my project] could pertain to real-world applications, so I was thinking about communications and cell phones popped up, of course. Like the mall. there’s no reception there at all.” Christian was unaware of his project’s impression on the judges at the time he was interviewed, but had narrowed down his career aspirations for the future to a couple vitally important job fields. “I’m thinking of being a doctor, because I’m interested in how the body works,” he said. “I was actually [also] thinking of being a computer engineer.”
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Base Happenings
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Assault Amphibious Vehicle (AAV)
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Legal Service at Dahlgren FFSC
A legal service representative will be at the Dahlgren Fleet and Family Support Center on Jan. 22. Topics include general powers of attorney as well as specific, medical and special powers of attorney. To make an appointment, contact the Fleet and Family Support Center at 800-500-4947 OR 540-653-1839. Walk-ins are welcome from 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m., for Power of Attorney Service for active duty military, their family members and military retirees.
VA Claims Agent at FFSC
One-hour private appointments are available with a Veterans Claims agent at the NSF Dahlgren Fleet and Family Support Center on Feb. 7 and 21. To make an appointment, call (540) 653-1839 or toll free (800) 500-4947.
ASBP Blood Drive
Start the new year out right at our first ASBP Blood Drive of 2013 on Feb. 21 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Bldg. 1470 Conference Room. All blood collected benefits military members and their families at home, overseas, in harm’s way and recovering from injuries. Give our troops the greatest gift of all, the gift of life - give blood!
DMV2Go at NSF Dahlgren
The DMV2Go van will be at NSF Dahlgren on March 21 and May 20 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Parade Field Pavilion. With the latest technology, the DMV2Go offers multiple services including state ID applications and renewals, driver’s license applications and renewals, vehicle titles, license plates, decals, transcripts, copies of driving records, applications for disabled parking placards, and many more! Stop in and take care of your DMV needs quickly and easily!
Second Tour Thrift Store Needs Donations
Second Tour Thrift Store needs your gently used clothing and household items! The thrift store is located next to the USO on Sampson Road. All proceeds are donated to charities in the Dahlgren/King George and surrounding communities, and provide scholarship funds to dependents of military personnel - past and present - stationed on Dahlgren. Please do not donate used personal items (under clothes, socks, etc.). We are open every Thursday from 9:30 a.m. - noon. Our Fall/Winter stock is now available. Come see us on Thursday!
Indian Head “Treasures” Thrift Store Needs Donations!
Plan today to visit the Treasures Thrift Store, located at 12 Strauss Ave. next door to the USO. The store is open every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Donations of gently used items are currently being accepted. Want to earn up to $5 in free items from the thrift store every month? Volunteer! Stop by the thrift store during operating hours or email ihspouseclub@live.com for information.
To publish information on your event or program under “Base Happenings,” contact NSASP Public Affairs at 540653-8153 or email jeron.hayes@navy.mil.
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An Assault Amphibious Vehicle (AAV) maneuvers through Machodoc Creek during testing Jan. 9. at Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren’s Potomac River Test Range.
Charles County offers additional flu clinic The Charles County Department of Health has scheduled an additional flu vaccination clinic at the Department of Health’s location, 4545 Crain Highway in White Plains on Wednesday, Jan. 30 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Vaccinations are available for everyone over the age of six months. In addition to the regular injectable vaccine, the nasal spray vaccine and the Sanofi hi-dose vaccine for residents 65+ will be available. In the United States, flu season occurs in the fall and winter. Seasonal flu activity usually peaks in January or February, but it can occur as early as October and as late as May. Everyday preventive actions are steps that people can take to help slow the spread of germs that cause respiratory illness, like flu. These include the following personal and community actions: *Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. This will block the spread of droplets from your mouth or nose that could contain germs.
*Wash your hands often with soap and water. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand rub. *Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. Germs spread this way. *Try to avoid close contact with sick people. *If you or your child gets sick with a respiratory illness, like flu, limit contact with others as much as possible to help prevent spreading illness. Stay home (or keep your child home) for at least 24 hours after fever is gone except to seek medical care or for other necessities. Fever should be gone without the use of a fever-reducing medicine. *If an outbreak of flu or another illness occurs, follow public health advice. This may include information about how to increase distance between people and other measures. For additional information, visit the Charles County Department of Health website at www.charlescountyhealth. org or the Centers for Disease Control website at www.cdc. gov/flu/protect/preventing.htm.
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MWR Highlights Dahlgren Aquatics Center
Pool OPEN HOUSE
January 23, 5 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. FREE Thirty-minute demo of aerobic classes starting at 0730, 0900, 1200 and 1630. Swim stroke clinics at 0630-0700 /1030-1100 1300-1330 /1600-1630 Come by and tour the improved Aquatic Center between 5 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. and be entered to win a prize. Eligible patrons include all with base access. For more information, contact the Dahlgren Aquatics Center 540-653-8088.
Fitness Center
Ballet and Tap / Jazz and Tap Classes
Registration starts: January 22 BALLET AND TAP CLASSES for ages 5-6 and ages 7-9. JAZZ AND TAP CLASSES for ages 10 - 18. Ballet and tap will be a combination class where the children will learn ballet technique and beginning tap technique. Jazz and tap is a combination class that will focus on building technique and using the foundation of jazz dance. You can also expect to see some hip hop, funk and break dancing as well as jazz. Registration is open to all with base access on January 22nd, open to off-base civilians on a space available basis at the Fitness Center. Classes begin Monday, February 4th and will be held in the group fitness room at the Fitness Center on Mondays and Thursdays for 10 weeks. Cost is $50 for military and $60 for civilians. Contact the Fitness Coordinator at 540-653-2016 or the Fitness Center at 540-653-8580.
Craftech/Hobby Center
Craftech- Daytime Stained Glass Class
January 22 - February 12, 10 a.m. Eligible patrons include all with base access. This four-week Thursday class, will create a stained glass panel for your home and allow you to learn the copper foil technique. Cost is $75, which includes all materials. Eligible patrons include all with base access. Class size is limited to eight participants, with a minimum of three. For more information, please contact Craftech at 540-653-1730.
Lunch Bunch Etched Glass Class
January 23, 11 a.m. Eligible patrons include all with base access. In this one-day lunchtime class, create a one-of-a-kind sun catcher. The cost is $10 which includes all supplies. Maximum class size is six. For more information, please contact Craftech at 540-653-1730.
Youth Activities Center
Family Fun Night Bingo
January 23, 6:30 p.m. FREE Eligible patrons include all children ages five and up, along with parents who have base access. Play bingo and win prizes while socializing with other families in the community. Refreshments will be served! Please register by January 21st at the Youth Activities Center. For more information, please contact 540-653-2087. Sponsored by NSWC Federal Credit Union.
Liberty Center
Liberty Movie Trip - Fredericksburg
January 25, Van leaves at 5 p.m. Cost: Free to Liberty Center patrons only, E-1 - E-6, single/ unaccompanied Active Duty Military. We provide the transportation to Fredericksburg, you choose the movie! For more information, please contact the Liberty Center at 540-653-7277.
Movie Theater
Saturday Movie Matinee
January 26, 2 p.m. Eligible patrons include all with base access. We will be playing “Monsters Inc.” in 3-D. Price of shows: $5 civilian; $4 Active Duty, Retired and Reserve Mil. E-7 and above and their family members with ID, $2.50; E-1 - E-6 and below and their family members with ID, $2 child (6-11), Free
- child (5 and under). $1 will be added to the cost of tickets for movies shown in 3-D.
Indian Head Special Events
NSA South Potomac Bench Press Contest
January 28 - February 1 This event is free and open to all authorized patrons. All lifts must take place between January 28 and February 1 for contest purposes. Awards will be given to the first place winner in each weight class. For more information, contact megan.eicholtz@navy.mil.
Digital Learning Day
February 3, Noon - 4 p.m. at the Library Come to the Library and sharpen your computer skills. Classes are being offered from beginners to the more advanced. Computer Basics Noon -1:30 p.m. Social Media 1:45 - 2:45 p.m. Create your own Website3 - 4 p.m. This event is free and open to all eligible patrons. For more information, contact the Library at 301-744-4747.
Liberty Poker Tournament Series
February 6, 6 p.m., at the Liberty Center. The Liberty center will be hosting poker tournaments on the first Wednesday of every month. Prizes will be given at each tournament and snacks and drinks will be available. This event is FREE and open to all Liberty eligible patrons.
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Dahlgren Movie Theater 540-653-7336 Hours of Operation Friday: 7 p.m. Showing Saturday: 7 p.m. Showing Price of Shows $5 Civilian, $4 Active Duty, Retired and Reserve Mil. E-7 and above and their family members with ID, $2.50 E-1 - E-6 and below and their family members with ID, $2 Child (6-11), Free Child (5 and under). A $1 charge will be added to tickets for movies shown in 3-D. Jan 18 - Red Dawn Rated PG-13 - 94 min. Jan 19 - Life of Pi (3D) Rated PG - 128 min. Jan 25 - Playing for Keeps Rated PG-13 - 106 min. Jan 26 (Matinee 2 p.m.) - Monsters Inc. (3-D) Rated G - 92 min. Jan 26 - Killing Them Softly Rated R - 97 min.
February 7, at the Library Stop by from 3:30 - 4 p.m. and create your own Google logo! Google will be picking a new logo design; hopefully someone from Indian Head can design the winner! All the supplies are here to help with your creativity! This event is FREE and open to all eligible patrons.
“healthy” relationship together. $10 per couple, $8 per individual. Register at the Fitness Center by February 8, 2013. For more information contact megan.eicholtz@navy.mil.
Couples Nutrition: A Healthy Relationship
Dodgeball Tournament
February 9, 8:30 a.m. - Noon at the Fitness Center. Improving nutrition as a couple, real people making real changes. Course includes a Navy Nutrition seminar, plus testimonies from your very own WHFC couples who have made positive changes to their nutrition and have experienced a
February 11 at the Gymnasium. 6-on-6 with a maximum of 10 players per team. Prizes will be awarded for the 1st and 2nd place teams. Open to all eligible patrons, $1 per player. Register at the Fitness Center front desk or by emailing megan. eicholtz@navy.mil by January 21.
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Community Notes Dahlgren KGMS Athletic Boosters want your old sporting equipment
The KGMS Athletic Booster Club is collecting old sporting equipment. They will accept everything from baseball pants that are too tight to golf clubs to treadmills and exercise bikes. Clean out your shed, your garage, and support your school. You may turn in your used equipment on (12, 19 and 26 January) from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the old vo-tech building located next to the KGMS cafeteria. If your items are too large, arrangements can be made for pick-up. All donations will be sorted. Some will be kept by the school to support conditioning and sports programs. All that cannot be used will be sold to Play It Again Sports. This provides the school’s sports programs with a superb opportunity to get the gear needed and make money for additional gear. The boosters are also looking for baseball and softballs. Please donate all those stray balls you have rolling around your house. For more info or to arrange for equipment pick-up, email ashankins@msn.com.
KG Relay For Life Team Valentine’s Dance
The King George Relay For Life Team “Willie Chodacs” will hold a Valentine’s Dinner and Dance on Sat., Feb. 2 from 7 p.m. midnight at the King George Citizen’s Center. Attendees will enjoy dinner from Vinny’s Restaurant and dancing to the tunes of DJ Brad Trigger. A donation of $30 per person of $50 per couple is encouraged. All proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society. For tickets, call (540) 663-0435 or (540) 775-9155.
Lift Every Voice and Sing at Colonial Beach
A&A Productions presents Lift Every Voice and Sign - A Celebration of Black History Through Music on Feb. 9 at 7 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Colonial Beach, 619 Jackson St., Colonial Beach, Va. Tickets are $10 for adults, $7.50 for children 16 and under. For tickets, call (202) 427-3148 or email arts_aa@ hotmail.com.
Love Thy Neighbor Food Pantry Needs Donations
The Love They Neighbor Food Pantry in King George is in need of your help! We need food items donated for those in the county in need, and to supplement the newly-opened Soup Kitchen in the county. All donations can be taken to one of the following businesses: Descending Dove, Rocky Top, Unique House, Keller Williams, The Journal, KG Citizens Center, Hopyard Farm, Simply Bliss, Virginia Piano Gallery, Exit Realty or American Business Card Co. Items needed include oatmeal and pop tarts, breakfast bars, peanut butter and jelly, soup, canned tuna, salmon and chicken, canned fruits and vegetables, rice, beans, Tuna or Chicken Helper, pasta and sauce and personal items such as toilet paper, deodorant, soap and shampoo, laundry detergent, all purpose cleaner, diapers, and feminine products.
Indian Head College of Southern Maryland Career Starters Open House
CSM will hold a Career Starters Open House at Center for Trades and Energy Training. 4:30 to 6 p.m., Jan. 17, CSM Center for Trades and Energy Training, 17 Irongate Drive, Waldorf. The Career Starters program open house is to introduce its slate of non-
credit training courses for people who want to kick start a new career in the trades in 10 to 16 weeks. Career Starter programs offer training and classes in short sequences for students to gain skills quickly to enter the workforce. During the open house, prospective students can learn about electrical, HVAC, welding, carpentry and plumbing courses, about financial assistance options, and registration. Attendees can enter a drawing for an instant scholarship for the Spring 2013 semester. For more info, call 301-934-7765 or www.csmd.edu/CareerStarters.
2nd Saturday Series presentations entitled, “Slavery, Resistance and Freedom.” These specialty tours will run on Saturday, February 9, at 1 and 3 p.m. Slavery was a part of Sotterley’s history from the turn of the 18th century and lasted for over 160 years. Hear the voices and visit the places where African Americans lived and labored. Advance reservations are required. Cost is $15 per person. Session is limited to 20 people per session. Program is open to ages 13 and up. Outdoor walking required. Purchase tickets online at www.sotterley.org.
Sotterley 2nd Saturday Series
Junior Golf Program offered at White Plains Golf Course
In honor of Black History Month, Sotterley Plantation is pleased to offer the second of five
The Charles County Commissioners are
pleased to announce that White Plains Golf Course will offer golf memberships for youth between the ages of 8 and 17 years old (as of Jan. 1, 2013). Two memberships for junior golfers are available: *Yearly Pass - $175 (April 1 to March 31) *3-Month Pass - $125 (June 1 to Aug. 31) The registration fee and occasional volunteer hours allow junior golfers access to basic golf etiquette classes and golf privileges. Beginners are welcome. This is a popular program. Early registration is encouraged. For more information, contact the White Plains Golf Course at 301645-1300. White Plains Golf Course is located on St. Charles Parkway, south of DeMarr Road.
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SAPR Mobile Training Team Visits ATRC
The Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) Fleet Master Mobile Training Team (MMTT) visited Aegis Training and Readiness Center on board Naval Support Facility Dahlgren to train its command training team Jan. 7. The SAPR-F training is the latest event in the Navy’s aggressive efforts to prevent sexual assaults and promote essential culture changes within the force. The 20 SAPR-F Master Mobile Training Teams (MMTTs) began deploying around the globe Dec. 6 to provide SAPR-F Preparation Training to designated mid-level leadership command training teams in fleet concentration areas and locations with significant Navy presence. These command training teams will then deliver the SAPR-F training to their E-6 and below personnel, which must be completed at each command by March 31. ATRC’s Commanding Officer Capt. Ian Hall said the training is necessary because sexual assault hurts the victim and the command, and significantly damage a military unit’s esprit de corps. “The mobile training team provided superb training,” he
said. “It’s essential for us to be aligned with Navy leadership as we deliver this important message to our Sailors. Getting it right the first time is essential as we work to get rid of sexual assault in our Navy.” Beginning in December, more than 1,000 face-to-face SAPR-F Preparation Training sessions are scheduled through January, providing training for active and reserve component training teams. Those teams that are deployed and unable to attend a face-to-face training session can receive the training via Defense Connect Online. After command training teams provide the SAPR-F training to their E-6 and below, each command is responsible for documenting completion via the Fleet Training Management Planning System (FLTMPS). ATRC plans on completing its training by the end of February. Chief Fire Controlman Steven Dillenschneider, ATRC’s SAPR liaison, says the command benefitted from the training. “Our command training team has been well-equipped with the tools necessary to provide effective training to our
Sailors,” he said. “This training is especially important for the ‘prevention’ part of ‘Sexual Assault Prevention and Response.’” ATRC’s parent command is the Center for Surface Combat Systems, who oversees 14 learning sites that provide maintenance and operations training for surface combat systems. Other CSCS learning sites that received the SAPR-F training include CSCS Unit Dam Neck, located in Virginia Beach, Va., and CSCS Unit Great Lakes. Sexual assault prevention is an element of the readiness area of the 21st Century Sailor and Marine initiative, which builds resiliency to hone the most combat-effective force in the history of the Department of the Navy. Additional information on the MMTT and SAPR-L training efforts can be found at the SAPR L/F training Web pages, including command registration for SAPR-F training: http:// www.public.navy.mil/bupersnpc/support/sapr/Pages/training.aspx.
NSF Dahlgren 2013 Blood Drive Schedule
Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren has announced its blood drive schedule for 2013. Drives will be held at two facilities during the year - Bldg. 1470 conference room in the C Gate area of the base, and Bldg. 1520 in the Aegis Training and Readiness Center Auditorium. Blood drives at Dahlgren are administered by the Armed Services Blood Program (ASBP) at National Naval Medical Center. ASBP plays a key role in providing quality blood products for Service members and their families in both peace and war. As a joint operation among the military services (Army, Navy, Air Force), the ASBP has many components working together to collect, process, store, distribute, and transfuse blood worldwide. Donors can plan ahead by making an appointment for each drive. Visit http://www.militaryblood.dod.mil/ to establish a donor profile, sign up for drive notices and make appointments for a blood donation that is convenient for you.
1470 - Thurs., February 21 ATRC - Monday, April 15 1470 - Tuesday, May 14 ATRC - Monday, June 23 1470 - Wednesday, July 10 ATRC - Monday, August 19 1470 - Thursday, September 26 Army/Navy Blood Drive Challenge TBD
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Service reductions geared to cut costs, maintain readiness in NDW
By Patrick Gordon
This past summer, Commander Navy Installations Command released a Facilities Services NAVSHORE message that outlined service level reductions that Navy shore installations will need to adopt in order to comply with the fiscal year 2013 budget. While some personnel will notice minor changes as a result, Naval District Washington (NDW) maintains its mission readiness regardless. “The changes that are going to be the most noticeable to people on this base or on any of our bases are going to be the ones that involve facility services,” said NDW executive director Thomas McGuire. “Reduced frequency of such custodial services as carpet cleaning, recycling, trash pickup, these are going to be the most visible.
“Less visible, but equally important, there are going to be changes in things as seemingly mundane as how often the grass gets cut and to what height, and other landscaping measures,” McGuire adds. “All of this is done in the interest of reducing expenditures in the coming years in order to stay within budget and to protect service levels in other programs which more directly impact Fleet, Fighter and Family.” McGuire added that tenant commands can also expect to see some changes as a result of the service reductions due to shared services. “Tenant commands will be affected because a lot of their base-operating support services rest on common contracts,” said McGuire. “For example, each tenant doesn’t do its own recycling because we have a recycling contract for the base and we
pick up from every tenant; similarly for a lot of cleaning services.” While certain services will be affected by these changes, mission readiness remains the primary concern of the region, said McGuire. “We are trying to protect mission readiness as much as possible,” said McGuire. “So where you’ll see most of the reductions are in things which affect convenience. I don’t see mission readiness being significantly degraded, because that’s precisely what we’re trying to protect. “For example, one of our missions is to protect the installation, and there are many ways to accomplish that mission,” he explained. “So to the degree that we might invest money in perimeter monitoring systems and remote cameras and sensors, we may be able to continue to achieve our mission but with lower
overall costs.” Though all personnel are expected to do their part in promoting efficiency and maximizing effective and responsible use of resources, the reduction in custodial contract work will not result in a wholesale transfer of these duties to Sailors and civilian personnel. Personnel may be responsible for small things, such as desk-side trash removal, due to the service reductions, but McGuire said the savings in the long run will benefit region, Navy and country. “It’s incumbent upon all of us to find ways to cut costs and save money,” said McGuire. “We have direction from the Department of Defense and the President to cut over $400 billion worth of costs from security spending over the next 10 years, and our own reductions are one small piece of that.”
U.S. Navy photo by Patrick Gordon
Lt.Cmdr. Randall Harmeyer, deputy assistant regional engineer for Naval District Washington, empties his recycling into a collection container at the Washington Navy Yard. Personnel will be responsible for desk-side recycling collection as a result of service reductions in an effort to cut costs throughout the Department of Defense.
Ready Navy offers tips to help stay safe this winter By CNIC Public Affairs The arrival of January and winter means that we are bound for colder temperatures in the coming months. Visions of skiing, curling up by the fire, snowflakes as they fall gracefully to the ground, and all their preparations create eager anticipation, but the winter’s frigid temperatures, blizzards, and storms make emergency preparedness especially crucial at this time of year. With advanced planning in three key areas, you can be ready for any unexpected hazard that surfaces amidst winter’s delight. Ready Navy is here to help. Visit www. ready.navy.mil.
Be and Stay Informed
Learn about hazards that are common in winter months and most likely to happen in your area, such as winter storms and power outages. The Ready Navy website “Be and Stay Informed” tabs offer specific instructions, information and resources you may need to know regarding winter storms, power outages and home fires.
Make a Plan
As a family, make an emergency plan so that everyone in the family understands what to do, where to go, and
what to take in the event of a fire or any emergency. Additionally, winter fire hazards, ice and winter winds can bring down power lines, making traditional communication difficult. Your emergency plan should include how your family will communicate with each other, particularly if normal communication methods, such as phone lines or cell towers, are out. Road conditions and other hazards can limit ease of movement. Have a contact person outside the area that e a c h member of the f a m ily can notify that they are safe, i f separated. The Ready Navy website provides printable forms and contact cards to guide you in your planning. Lastly, learn about the mustering requirements at your command and become familiar with the Navy Family Accountability and Assessment System (NFAAS) (https://navyfamily.navy. mil).
Build a Kit
The best way to prepare
Ready Navy website “Make a Plan” tab.
for the unexpected is to create one or more emergency kits that include enough water and non-perishable supplies for every family member to survive at least three days. Keep a kit prepared at
Be Winter Ready Navy! I am. Are You?
For information about Ready Navy and tips, forms, and guidance to be prepared for and stay informed about all hazards, visit www.ready. navy.mil. Ready Navy is a CNIC-sponsored emergency preparedness program.
Freeze Winter Fires
home, and consider having kits in your car, at work, and a portable version in your home ready to take with you. These kits will enable you and your family to respond to a winter (or any emergency) more effectively. Your various emergency kits will be useful whether you have to shelterin-place, are stranded at work or on the road, or move to an-
other location. Be sure your kits address the needs of small children, individuals with special needs, and your pets. In winter months, be sure to include blankets in your kits to bundle and warm family members should power outages knock out heat sources or should you get
stranded in a car. Additional winter items to consider are salt to melt ice on walkways; sand to increase traction; a broom and snow shovel to remove snow; plastic sheeting to keep winter winds from biting through windows; and hand warmers, hats, gloves, and seasoned wood for a source of warmth; as well as fire extinguishers for safety. You can find a suggested list of other kit items under the
Did you know that heating sources are the second leading cause of home fires every year, especially during winter months? Kerosene heaters, candles, and wood burning fireplaces are big culprits, with December being the peak time for home candle fires. Freeze winter fires by using these items safely: .Keep anything combustible at least three feet away from any heat source. .Use kerosene heaters only where approved by authorities, and refuel outside and only after the heater has cooled. .Never leave a burning candle unattended or abandoned. .Use fire screens to keep the fire in the fireplace and have your chimney cleaned every year. .Make sure that your home has at least one smoke detector.
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DMV2Go Coming to NSF Dahlgren The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles would like to introduce their dynamic DMV2Go Mobile Office service! The mobile office conveniently provides all the services that your local DMV office provides but they come to you. DMV2Go travels the Commonwealth to federal, state, and local government agencies, military bases, university and college campuses, businesses, and various events. The DMV2Go Mobile Office offers essential information, help, and services such as identification cards, driver’s licenses, obtaining vehicle titles and license plates, Virginia’s new Veteran’s ID card, or even applying to register to vote! The DMV2Go Mobile Office Service will be visiting NSF Dahlgren on March 21 and May 20 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Parade Field Pavilion. DMV2Go offers multiple services, including state ID applications and renewals, drivers license applications and
renewals, vehicle titles, registrations, license plates, decals, transcripts, copies of driving records, applications for disabled parking placards, and many more! Virginia DMV’s success in offering a convenient and essential service this past year has taken their mobile offices to the State General Assembly, Fort Lee/Quantico/Fort Eustis Military Bases, Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Oceana Naval NEX, Old Dominion University, George Mason University, Norfolk State University, Virginia Union University, Liberty University, Virginia Tech, Dominion Virginia Power, Louisa, Shenandoah County, Floyd County, and even the State Fair, just to name a few. The DMV2Go Mobile Office offers the opportunity to save time for base employees by coming to YOU! Take advantage of this service when they visit NSF Dahlgren.
VITA Program Beginning for 2013 Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) is preparing to take off at NSF Dahlgren and NSF Indian Head locations. Scheduling of clients for appointments starting Jan 30th has already begun. Two days are scheduled for the Liberty Center at Dahlgren (Feb 2nd and 9th from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.) in order to assist single military members as quickly as possible. Additional dates for the Liberty Center will be forthcoming. On these days, single sailors will be seen on a walk-in basis.
Certain forms will not be able to be transmitted as of this time due to IRS requirements but we will be processing those we can immediately. Currently the main forms we know will be delayed involve rental depreciation and residential energy credits. VITA is open to active duty military members and their families, reservists and their families and retired military and their families. For appointments and locations, call the Fleet and Family Support Center at 540-6531839.
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