June 14, 2013
SOUTH POTOMAC PILOT NEWS AND INFORMATION FOR THE NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY SOUTH POTOMAC DEFENSE COMMUNITY
CBIRF Marines and Sailors double-time for good cause
By Andrew Revelos Staff Writer
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Marines and Sailors assigned to the Chemical Biological Incident Response Force (CBIRF) participated in the King George County Sheriff’s Department Law Enforcement Special Olympics Torch Run on June 5. The goal: raise money and awareness for Special Olympians, many of whom participated in the event or cheered on runners. The run marked the second year the King George County Sheriff’s Department supported the nationwide event. King George Sheriff Steve Dempsey, welcomed guests and thanked participants. “I want to thank you for being a part of this great cause. I also want to thank Deputy Rod Shriver and his volunteers for today and all their fundraising efforts, also for this great cause. I certainly want to encourage you to be safe today. Enjoy the run, especially at the end when we’ll be joining some of our Special Olympians at the King
U.S. Navy photo by Andrew Revelos
CBIRF Marines and Sailors arrive at King George Middle School during the Law Enforcement Special Olympics Torch Run on June 5. Firefighters from Naval Support Facility Dahlgren used a fire truck and flag to encourage runners as they neared the finish line. George Middle School track.” Roy Zeidman, senior vice president of Special Olym-
pics Virginia, praised CBIRF and all of the run participants. “The Law Enforce-
ment Torch Run race funds an awareness for Special Olympics,” he said. “In com-
munities like here in King George, you really see our programs in action. We have all these members of law enforcement and the military who are going to run as part of our torch run; at the end of the run, they’re all going to have an opportunity to interact and share some time with our Special Olympics athletes so we can learn how we have much more in common with each other than anything that separates us. Our core values at Special Olympics are respect, inclusion and unity. What [participants] are doing today is unifying the community with inclusion.” Members of CBIRF have never shied away from a good physical training (PT) session, but supporting the event was about more than staying in shape. “We want to build our community and show our support,” said Gunnery Sgt. Rodney Barton. King George Deputy Rod Shriver, a former Ma-
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EOD techs, first responders test skills
By Andrew Revelos Staff Writer
Members of Naval Surface Warfare Center, Indian Head Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technology Division, Technical Support Detachment (NSWC IHEODTD TSD) conducted a two-part diving exercise June 6 at Naval Support Facility Indian Head, Stump Neck Annex, that tested their evidence collection and medical response skills. The EOD technicians were supported by Naval District Washington (NDW) firefighters and EMTs, and Maryland first responders The training scenario began with a simulated attack by a boat loaded with explosives and suicide bombers. The boat was destroyed by security personnel near a pier before it could hurt friendly forces, but the battle did not end with the elimination of the threat. As in a real-world event, there was invaluable intelligence to be collected
around the scene of the detonation. “They’re going to go down [underwater] and recover and process evidence,” said Senior Chief Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician David Prasek, NSWC IHEODTD TSD Readiness and Training Leading Chief Petty Officer. “However, the thing we’re going to [add to the exercise] is a diving casualty and a base-wide response drill. One of the divers will come up stricken; the dive supervisor of the team will run the casualty through our emergency action plan all the way to a helicopter medivac.” The divers were in the dark about the full extent of the exercise. They worked in pairs to recover simulated enemy bodies, boat and bomb parts and samples of water around the blast site. As one team exited the water it briefed the next team about the site using hand-drawn diagrams. Evidence was gathered into bags and buckets. “It builds into the intelligence picture,”
U.S. Navy photo by Andrew Revelos
EOD technicians assigned to NAVEODTECHDIV pull shipmates to shore after they dove in search of evidence during exercises June 6 at Naval Annex Stump Neck. said Prasek. “They can identify explosives and tactics, techniques and procedures and put it in a report and get that information out to the Fleet.” “Every piece of evidence has its own value and certainly some have more value than
others,” added Ronald Kelly, a forensic technical representative for Wyle Laboratories with 34 years of experience working for the FBI. “For example, from a boat scenario, there valuable information you can immediately get from the boat such as boat regis-
tration, VIN number. Likewise, anything related to the explosive device-the detonator, parts of the device, type of explosive-are all important elements of the puzzle that go into the overall intel picture. So we try to recover everything we can on a post-blast scene.” Gathering those pieces was no small task for the divers. “It’s a very challenging environment, particularly in a situation like we have today with a moving current and no visibility whatsoever, we’ve eliminating the primary way of collecting evidence, seeing,” said Kelly. “So as they’re processing the scene they have to move toward their second-best sense, which is tactile, to actually recover evidence. That’s the biggest challenge when you get into a water environment. It makes the job of recovering items necessary to piece the puzzle back together that much
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Aegis BMD personnel complete Marine Corps Historic Half
Personnel from Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense competed as a team and completed the Marine Corps Historic Half Marathon (13.1 miles) on May 19 in Fredericksburg. Pictured from left to right: Robert Ketterer, Anthony Norwood, Robert LeDoux, Maj. Eric Everts, Patricia DeSantis, Robert Ford, Laura DeSimone, Wilbur Dargan, Karen Clotfelter, Joseph Jones, Lt. Cmdr. George Southworth, Justin Estes and Maj. Everardo Torres.
Dahlgren firefighters teach Sea Cadets the ropes By Andrew Revelos Staff Writer
The Pentagon Division of the Naval Sea Cadets Corps and Navy League Cadets Corps got a first-hand look at the Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren Fire Department on June 8 and enjoyed demonstrations and interactive activities with the firefighters. After dividing into groups, the cadets learned about ladders, hoses and ropes and as might be expected, had plenty of questions for the firefighters. One group of cadets wondered what it was like to be inside a fire and whether or not firefighters broke down doors and windows very often. “If there’s a legit fire, we’ll bust out the windows,” said Firefighter CJ Newton. “When we go in, we see nothing. When it gets like that, we ventilate [the burning structure] so it will cool down and so we can see better.” Of course, understanding fire science is only part of a job that also requires courage. “I’d just jump out,” said Brendon, who was trying out the Sea Cadets for the weekend. The Sea Cadets were not only responsible for paying attention, but also for
retaining the knowledge they were presented. After a detailed look at a fire truck and its capabilities, Steven Brown, a former Marine who helps teach the Pentagon Division drill team, quizzed the cadets. “How many gallons does the truck hold?” he asked. The cadets answered correctly. “Five hundred.” Cadets practiced rolling and unrolling hoses, which firefighter refer to as lines. Those lines have little in common with regular garden hoses and require draining and drying before they go into storage. Brown wanted the cadets, as well as his daughter Faith, who was attending a Sea Cadet event for the first time, to understand the dedication and skill it takes to be a firefighter. “I want them to have a little bit of exposure of what the fire department goes through, what their job entails,” he said, during an interactive knot-tying demonstration. “The knots are something they could use to help another cadet during training. Tying knots, if they end up going into the Navy is one of the things they need to learn.” Firefighter Matt Ellis led the rescue knot-tying class. As he instructed cadets,
Firefighter Matt Ellis shows League Cadet PO2 Elijah White-Stansel how to tie a figure eight knot. they practiced tying the knots, which got progressively more complicated. Most were based on the figure eight: the figure eight on the bight, a double-looped figure eight and a bowline thrown in for good measure. Airman First Class Mary Grace Balaban, assigned to the 614th Air and Space
Operations Center Det 1, volunteers with the Pentagon Division and supports physical training. She was a quick learner when it came to knot-tying and patiently helped the youngsters along. “I really love being
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U.S. Navy photos by Andrew Revelos
Navy Sea Cadet SR Tonia Owens throws a fire hose, called a line by firefighters, during an interactive event with Naval Support Facility Dahlgren firefighter June 8.
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Flag flown for lost Midway sailor By John J. Joyce, NSWC Dahlgren Division Corporate Communications
CARPOOL/VANPOOL WANTED Employee moving to either Fredericksburg, Va. or Maryland is in need of commute to NSF Dahlgren. Ideal commuting arrangement would be transportation that could pick-up and drop-off at or close to place of residence. Please call for more information, Sheila 214-529-3690. Starting a Van Pool, A+ quality 7-passenger van, departs NLT 0635 from Fieldhouse/ Courthouse Rd. commuter lot to Dahlgren, Mon-Thurs work hours (0715-1545) except Fri (0715-1515). Call Cheng at 540-6535909. A-Gate commuter wanted only. Van or carpool desired from any rideshare parking area or Reston Town Center. Depart between 0600-0700, return from Indian Head between 160-1700. Call Moses, (301) 743-4180. 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 Atlee-Elmont 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 703-6929590.
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 2498153, or 540-653-8153.
FREDERICKSBURG RIDESHARING 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. www.gwregion.org/gwride connect.html.
A World War II-era flag that flew over Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) in honor of a Sailor on the 71st anniversary of his death at the Battle of Midway was presented to his sister at a June 6 ceremony here. The Sailor, Seaman 2nd Class George Luther Self, was killed in action the day before his 25th birthday when a Japanese submarine fired torpedoes that sunk the destroyer USS Hammann. “I am so happy that my brother is recognized and his memory is kept alive,” said Virginia Self Trent, 90, after the ceremony. The Hammann was towing the aircraft carrier USS Yorktown back to Pearl Harbor when it was attacked near the end of the battle. The destroyer sank in four minutes with heavy loss of life and the Yorktown went down early the next day. Trent and other family members watched as NSWCDD Sailors lowered and ceremoniously folded a 48star flag in honor of Self. “I felt honored to be able to honor a fallen Sailor who gave the ultimate sacrifice for his family and the country that he loved so much,” said Chief Fire Control Technician Christopher Morge. “We were extremely happy to be part of something that provided a little closure to a story that should have had the proper ceremony so many years ago.” NSWCDD Commander Capt. Michael Smith present-
U.S. Navy Seaman 2nd Class George Luther Self is pictured in this 1941 photograph taken in Hawaii while he served aboard the USS Hammann. ed the flag to Trent, telling her that it’s a symbol of appreciation for her brother’s service to the United States and a grateful Navy. Smith also presented Trent with a certificate stating that the flag was flown over NSWCDD in Self’s honor with printed words expressing gratitude for Self’s courageous service. “This 48-star flag is just as alive as any flag today,” said Trent’s son, Bill Coleman, NSWCDD Rapid Development and Integration Branch Head. “It’s keeping my uncle’s memory alive.” Coleman located the vintage 48-state flag that would have been flown during World War II and contacted the NSWCDD commander in mid-May with a request to fly the flag at the NSWCDD headquarters building in honor of his uncle. “Imagine finding out that your brother is missing in action and presumed dead several days after the battle was
Capt. Michael Smith, Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division commander, presents a World War II-era flag to Virginia Self Trent, 90, after a traditional flag folding ceremony June 6. The flag was flown over NSWCDD in honor of her brother - Seaman 2nd Class George Luther Self on the 71st anniversary of his death at the Battle of Midway on June 6, 1942. over,” said Coleman. “That is how my grandfather’s family found out, and my grandmother especially never got over losing her son or not having a way to honor her son.” As Coleman informed the command about his uncle’s story, the request to fly a flag evolved into a long awaited
ceremony for family members. “We’re thankful to everyone who made this possible,” said Coleman. “The command’s support is overwhelming. We greatly appreciate the Navy team’s (three
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ATRC senior enlisted leader retires Senior Chief Petty Officer Marvin Hayden, originally of Cleveland, Ohio retired from the Navy May 31 after 20 years of active duty service. Hayden, a Senior Chief Logistics Specialist, was awarded the Navy Commendation Medal (2), Army Commendation Medal, Navy Achievement Medal (4), Good Conduct Medal (6), Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal, Fleet Forces Command Leadership Award, as well as various unit and campaign awards. Hayden’s naval career began in June 1989. Throughout his career, he has served in USS Gray (FF-1054), USS Lang (FF-1060), USS Jesse L. Brown (FF(T)-1089), USS Peterson (DD-969), USS Deyo (DD-989), and USS Stout (DDG-55). He also complet-
ed an Individual Augmentee tour to Kabul, Afghanistan as an embedded trainer with the Army’s 53rd Logistics Unit. In 2010, Hayden reported to Aegis Training and Readiness Center (ATRC), in Dahlgren, Va. where he assumed the duties as Training Readiness Divisional Leading Chief Petty Officer (DLCPO). In 2011, Hayden was selected as ATRC’s Senior Enlisted Leader. Right before his retirement, Hayden earned his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Organizational Management. Known for his strong leadership skills, dedication to the Navy’s mission, and inspiration, ATRC will truly miss their shipmate but confident that as a civilian, Hayden will accomplish great things.
U.S. Navy photo by Fire Controlman 1st Class Randy Palmer, ATRC
During Aegis Training and Readiness Center’s Senior Chief Marvin Hayden’s retirement ceremony, ATRC’s Commanding Officer, Capt. Ian Hall, thanks Hayden for his 20 years of naval service.
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Base Happenings Dahlgren ASBP Blood Drive
The Armed Services Blood Program will hold a blood drive on Monday, June 17 at the ATRC Auditorium, Bldg. 1520. All blood collected goes to military members and their families at home, overseas, in harm’s way and recovering from injuries. Give our troops the most precious gift of all, the gift of life - give blood! To make an appointment, visit www.militarydonor.com and use sponsor code NSF.
Navy Ball Lunch Fundraiser Now at ATRC
The Dahlgren Navy Ball Committee is selling lunch daily (weather permitting) from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the ATRC gazebo. Please come out for lunch and support the Dahlgren Navy Ball Committee.
Second Tour Thrift Store Has Expanded Hours
Second Tour Thrift Store is now open every Thursday from 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Second Tour also needs your donations! Please bring your gently used items to our location on Sampson Road. All proceeds from sales at Second Tour are donated to charities in the Dahlgren/King George and surrounding communities, and provide scholarship funds to dependents of military personnel - past and present - that are or were stationed on Dahlgren. Come see us on Thursday!
Indian Head T&J BBQ at Stump Neck Annex
The T&J BBQ Lunch Truck is rolling into NSF Indian Head/Stump Neck Annex! They will be onsite near the firehouse Tuesday - Thursday from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Come out for a yummy lunch today!
IH Spouses’ Club “Treasures” Thrift Store Needs Your 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 540-653-8153 or email jeron. hayes@navy.mil.
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tougher.” Time and security become factors of evidence collection in a combat environment. “Instead of going for everything, you’re going to go for major pieces, important pieces, and then you’re going to move out,” said Kelly.”Our post-blast [investigation] in those types of conditions may only be an hour or two versus days, weeks or even months in other places.” Kelly was impressed by the skills demonstrated by the EOD techs. “Most evidence collection is based on experience and recognition,” he said. “The fact that we have experienced EOD technicians who are divers makes this scenario ideal. They are EOD experts so they know what they’re looking for versus a typical evidence recovery team on the law enforcement side that are not as familiar with bomb components.” The EOD techs were not the only Sailors testing their evidence-collection skills. Construction Mechanic 1st Class Stephen Ross and Intelligence Specialist Joe Triolisilvagnoli supported the EOD techs from the shoreline, performing tasks that took them out of their typical job duties. “It’s pretty rewarding to get out and see the actual evidence and the collection process, seeing how we go about cataloging the evidence and bringing it back to the lab to complete the mission,” said Ross. “It’s definitely interesting from an intel guy’s perspective to come out here and see all this stuff before I read the reports,” added Triolisilvagnoli. “Seeing exactly what these guys collect and how they collect it makes it easier for me to interpret the reports I’m getting.” By gaining a greater understanding of all the different elements of evidence collection, the process of interpreting that information and communicating it can be accomplished with greater efficiency. “I think that’s one of the most important parts of the job,” said Triolisilvagnoli. “If nobody gets the information, what did we really do?” “Ensuring we get the evidence properly, get it through our chain, get it through our avenues to get it out to the guys who really need it on the battlefield where it can save lives. it makes a difference,” said Ross. As Ross and Triolisilvagnoli expanded their professional skill sets, EOD techs continued the investigation off shore. One of them, Lt. Cmdr. John McCarthy, had special instructions. At a pre-determined time, he surprised his shipmates by floating to the surface as though he were an unconsciousness
U.S. Navy photo by Andrew Revelos
EOD1 Alex Glickman, left, and EODC Daniel Hatfield, right, place an oxygen mask on Lt. Cmdr. John McCarthy, who simulated a diving injury during a training exercise at Naval Annex Stump Neck. diver. Such medical emergencies could happen during dive training or a reallife dive mission. “The second part is going to exercise the dive supervisor to make sure he knows his procedures as far as dealing with a stricken diver,” said Prasek. “It also exercises federal fire-fighters and police, as well as the state-wide responders and their procedures, so in case there is an actual incident, we’re comfortable knowing everything will fall in place like it should.” The EOD techs at the scene of the simulated blast sprang into action, pulling McCarthy into the boat and rendering aid. In a real-life situation, a diver can face any number of medical issues. “Depending on the depth, there could be decompression sickness,” said Prasek.”You can have mechanical injuries. they can cut themselves or hit something underwater. They can knock themselves unconscious. They can have gas embolisms.” By the time the boat made it to the shoreline, the EOD techs had contacted emergency services and placed an oxygen mask on McCarthy.When it comes to diving, the Navy has a checklist for everything and EODC Daniel Hatfield, dive supervisor, documented McCar-
thy’s condition using a Neurological Examination Checklist. When Naval District Washington (NDW) firefighters and EMTs arrived on-scene, the EOD techs briefed them on the victim’s condition. To best treat the casualty, medical airlift would be required. Naval Support Activity South Potomac (NSASP) police closed the road and the ambulance moved McCarthy to Stump Neck’s helicopter landing zone. After circling the LZ, a Maryland State Trooper rescue helicopter touched down and McCarthy was loaded onboard. The exercise itself ended, but the EOD techs and first responders spent much time discussing what happened and how such an emergency response could be improved during an informal after-action debriefing. Though each element of the rescuethe EOD techs, firefighters and EMTs, and the Maryland State Trooper pilot and flight medic-had expertise in different areas, they all shared a common goal: saving lives. With that goal in mind, good is never good enough and the men identified what went well, as well as areas for improvement. The groups parted ways with a greater understanding of each others’ capabilities and needs, as well as plans for future exercises.
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MWR Highlights with refreshments all day. For more information, please contact the Liberty Center at 540-653-7277.
Movie Theater
Students/Staff Kickball Game June 23, 11:30 a.m. Location: Dahlgren Parade Field Free and open to Liberty Center patrons only: E1- E6 single/unaccompanied Active Duty Military. For more information, please contact the Liberty Center at 540-6537277.
Aquatics Center
Price of Shows Civilians - $5 AD, Retired, Reserve, Family Members (E7 - above) $4 AD, Reserve, Family Members (E6 - below) - $2.50 Child (6-11) - $2 Child (5 and under) - Free Tickets for a movie shown in 3-D are an additional $1
Dive in Movie at the Aquatics Center
June 14, 7 p.m. Movie: Hotel Transylvania (rated PG) Eligible patrons include all with base access. Join us to float in the pool and watch the movie. Cost: regular admission. Please register by June 12th at the Aquatics Center. For more info. please contact the Aquatics Center at 540-653-8088. Sponsored by: Lincoln Military Housing.
General Library Doughnuts with Dad at the Library
Friday, June 15, 10:30 a.m. Come celebrate Father’s Day with a special craft time treat at the Library! For more information, please contact the Dahlgren General Library at 540-653-7474. This event is free and open to all with base access. Sponsored by NSWC Federal Credit Union and Lincoln Military Housing.
Summer Reading Program (Kick-off Party)
June 18, 10 a.m. Location: Dahlgren Bowling Center Eligible patrons include all with base access. Join us for a summer full of reading fun - bowl free and sign-up for the reading program. All participants will receive a t-shirt and a bag of goodies. Activities will be going on throughout the summer. Prizes will be awarded throughout the summer for reaching reading goals. For more information, please contact the Dahlgren General Library at 540-653-7474. Sponsored by: NSWC Federal Credit Union.
Bowling Center Father’s Day Bowling
June 15 - All Day Eligible patrons include all with base access. Dads and kids get discounted games; $2.50/game and shoes are free. For more information, please contact Cannonball Lanes at 540-653-7327.
Craftech/Hobby Center Lunch Bunch Etched Glass and Painting Class
June 19, 11 a.m. Eligible patrons include all with base access. Create a unique sun catcher in this 1-day lunchtime class. Cost $10.00 includes all materials. Maximum class size 8. For more information, please contact Craftech at 540-653-1730.
Liberty Center Slip -N-Slide Saturday at the Liberty Center
June 22, Noon - 8 p.m. Free and open to Liberty Center patrons only: E1- E6 single/unaccompanied active duty military. Come join Liberty for a day of fun in the sun. Slip and slides will be set up in the Liberty courtyard and cool off
540-653-7336 Hours of Operation Friday and Saturday: 7 p.m. Showings
Friday, June 14th 7 p.m. - Iron Man 3, PG-13
Aquatic Center Dive In to Summer Fun The NSF Indian Head swimming pool is open for the 2013 summer season. Hours of operation starting June 3rd will be 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. for lap swim, 1 - 7 p.m. for open swim and 7:30-10 p.m. for pool rentals. Swim Lessons are offered by MWR for all skill levels and at a variety of times to suit your needs. Water aerobics classes are offered throughout the season. Contact the pool staff at 301-7444616 for more information.
Dive-In Movies Come in and swim at 7:30 p.m., movie starts at dusk. Bring a float and watch a movie in the pool. All movies are rated G. This program is FREE and open to all eligible patrons. Dates are June 19th, July 3rd, 17th and 31st, and August 14th.
General Library Doughnuts with Dad June 16 Dads, bring your kids to the Library for a fun morning of doughnuts while your kids make you an awesome Father’s Day gift. This event is free, starts at 10:30 a.m. and is open to all eligible patrons.
Summer Reading Program Kick Off Party June 19, Stars & Strikes Bowling Center Kick off summer right with a party that encourages reading throughout the summer. We will have games, crafts and plenty of refreshments to keep us cool as our summer reading party heats up. Free for all with base access.
Stars & Strikes Bowling Center Father’s Day Bowling Special June 14, 5 - 8 p.m. Bring Dad in for a FREE game of bowling. All Dad’s bowl free, shoe rental cost $1 per person. Open to all eligible patrons.
Youth Center Summer Camp Registration Summer will be here before you know it and with it comes camp! Register now for Summer Camp 2013 at Camp
Saturday, June 15th 7 p.m. - The Great Gatsby, PG-13 Friday, June 21st 7 p.m. - Tyler Perry’s Peeples, PG-13 Saturday, June 22nd 7 p.m. - Star Trek: Into Darkness, PG-13
June classes at Fleet and Family Support FFSC Dahlgren
17 STEP VII 0930-1030 18 Ombudsman 1530-1630 20 Portable Careers 1300-1400 20 Career Exploration 0900-1200 20 Self Employment 1430-1600 20 Deployment Discussion 1200-1300 24-28 TAP 0800-1600
FFSC Indian Head 19 19 26 26
Sponsor Training 1300-1430 Deployment Discussion 1200-1300 Resume Writing Advanced 1000-1230 Couple Comm, Part 2 1300-1500
Tomahawk. Fees are determined by TFI. Parents must bring LES/Paystubs at time of registration. A deposit in the amount of your weekly fee is due at the time of registration. Registration packets are available for pick up at the youth Center. For more information contact the Youth Center at 301-743-5456.
Summer Teen Camp Looking for something for your teen to do this summer? Teen Camp will run Tuesday - Thursday of the following weeks: July 9-11, July 16-18, July 23-25, July 30-Aug 1 and Aug 6-8. Teen Camp is $84 per teen each week. The overnight camping trip occurs the last week (August 6-8). The trip will be $140 per teen, including food, fun activities, and lodging. For more information contact the Youth Center at 301-743-5456.
Driving Range Closest to the Pin Competition July 9, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Driving Range. Free for military, $5 for all others. Open to all eligible patrons. Register at the Fitness Center any time prior to the day of event.
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Commuter ferry survey needs input from Indian Head employees Employees on Naval Support Facility Indian Head are invited to participate in a voluntary survey currently underway in conjunction with a market analysis for commuter ferry service on Occoquan, Potomac and Anacostia Rivers. The Northern Virginia Regional Commission and several funding partners have contracted with a consulting team headed by Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates, Tim Payne, Project Manager, to conduct this study. The central question of this study could be stated as “Are there other markets for commuters, people who currently travel by land between locations in relative proximity to the river system, or casual travelers who could, or would, take advantage of a ferry system,
or route, that is designed primarily to meet their specific needs?” A very specific part of answering that question revolves around assessing the military installations along the waterways, particularly given that functions have been realigned and relocated as a result of BRAC. The study has reached the stage where the focus has been narrowed to a few prime corridors for further analysis. A digest of the specific corridors is provided below. We are also currently engaged in conducting market research through a phone survey of the general public along a number of other potential corridors. * Joint Base Anacostia Bolling/Homeland Security HQ from Old Town Alexandria and National Airport * Fort Belvoir from Indian
Head, Joint Base Anacostia/ Bolling, and Southwest/ Southeast DC. * Quantico from Indian Head, Southwest/Southeast DC * The Navy Yard from Prince William County The analytical approach for this study is based on two primary paths of investigation. One is to investigate the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments model; the second is to directly survey military and civilian personnel at Fort Belvoir, Marine Base Quantico, Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Department of Homeland Security Headquarters at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, Washington Navy Yard, and Naval Support Facility Indian Head. The objective in conducting the survey is to obtain
information that relates to how employees make commute decisions and to test their potential acceptance of a ferry service in the specific corridors mentioned above. The survey is conducted through an on-line format and takes about 15 minutes to complete. The survey has been constructed in a manner that allows individuals who do not commute to work through one of the corridors of interest to stop the survey about two questions into the survey. All information will remain confidential; no information will be obtained that would allow tracking particular responses back to an individual who submitted them, nor will the survey attempt to gather any specific geographic information about specific home or work location.
Several potential ferry terminal sites are being evaluated in the regional study to determine feasibility of establishing a commuter ferry service on the Potomac River. To take the on-line survey, go to http://survey.
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rine who served a tour with CBIRF, asked members of CBIRF to participate. “I reached out to my brothers and sisters, Navy and Marines, and said I need some help for a great cause,” he said. “We want to get the community more aware the Special Olympics and what the Special Olympics can do. They sent me more than 100 Marines and Sailors.” Those Marines and Sailors made their presence known once the run kicked off. Along the three-mile course, from the new King George County Sheriff’s Office to King George Middle School, the CBIRF participants ran in formation and sang cadence, much to the delight of spectators. Once the runners reached the school, they circled the track and were
cheered on by King George Middle School students and shared pizza and snacks with Special Olympians. “We guess there are twice as many people supporting us this year, which is phenomenal,” said Jim Garrett, director of Special Olympics Rappahannock Region, at the conclusion of the run. “It’s amazing how much effort the community turns out for these sort of things. The supporters from the Marine Corps have probably doubled in number. And we didn’t have as many sponsors last year.” Garrett praised donors and participants and hoped the event would show the community what Special Olympians are capable of. “This is a way to connect with the community, to show them what we’re all about, what we do day in
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A deputy in a police cruiser leads participants in the King George County Sheriff Department Law Enforcement Special Olympics Torch Run on June 5. Citizens of King George cheered the runners on when they arrived in town. support the YMCA gives us through the Special Olympics, all the special needs stuff that they do. The community is so supportive in our day-to-day activity, like when we go to restaurants. The waitresses and owners
are all very nice to Cody.” The run itself offered enjoyment for Cody. “He loves wind in his face,” said Morin. “We didn’t quite make the whole run and we had to get on the bus. He really loved riding on the bus. We
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drain. Fill in puddles with soil, or a mixture of sand and gravel, or dig drainage ditches to drain puddles. . If puddles and ditches cannot be filled in, treat standing water with mosquito larvicide’s (dunks or granules) that can be purchased at a hardware store.
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DOSC spreads the wealth at yearly banquet When Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren base residents and employees drive by the Second Tour Thrift Store and see shoppers entering the store or residents or employees dropping off gently used items, they probably don’t realize what an impact Second Tour is having on the community around them. Every Thursday, members of the Dahlgren Officers Spouses Club (DOSC) man the store and sell everything from clothes to furniture to toys and household items to members of the Dahlgren community. Where does the money go? On Saturday, June 1, the members of DOSC held a banquet, distributing over $10,000 in Second Tour profits to military children and charitable organizations. Six graduating high school seniors that are the children of active duty or retired military members received scholarships to help with upcoming college expenses. In addition, DOSC awarded donations to 19 local non-profit organizations that provide assistance to base and county residents. Scholarship recipients were
The Dahlgren Officers Spouses Club awarded six Rosemarie Blades College Scholarships at their event on June 1. Present at the ceremony were recipient Nicholas Stillwaggon (left), Capt. Peter Nette, Commanding Officer, Naval Support Activity South Potomac, recipient Laura Gilchrist and Rosemarie Blades. Rachel Malloy, Rebekah Molloy, Zachary Lowe, Brendan Thomas, Nicholas Stillwaggon and Laura Gilchrist. Local charities that received donations were Girl Scout Troop 9, Navy Child and Youth Programs Summer Camp, Girl Scout Troop 3723, Boy Scout Troop 191, US Naval Sea Cadet Corps, Cub Scout Pack 172, Sea Scout Ship
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The Dahlgren Officers Spouses Club distributed more than $10,000 in college scholarships and charity donations at their yearly awards event on June 1. Representatives pictured here gathered at the home of DOSC member Connie Hall to receive their awards. 191, Sealston Elementary School, National Society of Black Engineers, Little Ark Baptist Church, Dahlgren Sharks Swim Team, King George High School NJROTC Booster Club, King George YMCA, King George High School College Application Boot Camp, Dahl-
gren First Lego League Robotics Club, Dahlgren School PTO, King George Middle School Junior Student-to-Student Club and Thurman Brisben Center Homeless Shelter. The Second Tour Thrift Store is located at 722 Sampson Road next
to the USO. They are open every Thursday from 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. All with base access are invited to shop at and donate to the store. Free military uniforms are available all day everyday on the front porch of the store.
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Community Notes Dahlgren Kenmore Club Hosting Yard Sale
The Kenmore Club, a program of the Rappahannock Area Community Services Board (RACSB), is hosting a yard sale on Saturday, June 29 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Donations are being accepting through Friday, June 21. Kenmore Club is located at the Barbara C. Terry Building, 632 Kenmore Avenue, Fredericksburg, Va. Funds raised through the annual yard sale support club member activities throughout the year. According to Jim Gillespie, Community Support Services Director, “Yard sale proceeds are used exclusively for club member training and other activities selected by the club membership.” Items being accepted through donations include: gently used, clean clothing; small appliances and electronics; CDs; DVDs; books; kitchenware; and other household items. Kenmore Club cannot accept large furniture or appliances. To learn more about RACSB and its services, visit www. racsb.state.va.us.
“An American Celebration”
Hull’s Memorial Baptist Church will present its 4th annual patriotic program on Saturday, June 22, at 7 p.m. and again on Sunday, June 23, at 4 p.m. The program, entitled “An American Celebration,” will feature such rousing patriotic numbers as This is My Country, This Land is Your Land, God Bless America, and more. The music will be coordinated with a moving slideshow and narrative that bring the songs to life. Come out and celebrate America with us and join us as we show our support for those who have served our nation so faithfully and honor those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for our country. At each presentation you will have the opportunity to donate to the Wounded Warrior Project. Refreshments follow each program. Hulls Memorial is lo-
cated at 420 Enon Road in South Stafford, phone 540-371-4124.
Job Fair at UMW Dahlgren
The University of Mary Washington’s Dahlgren Campus will host a job fair on Thursday, June 27, at 3 to 7 p.m., 4224 University Drive, University Hall (Room 110) King George. This career event is sponsored by Job Zone. To register for this event, complete the registration form at www. jobzoneonline.com and return by email to webmaster@jobzoneonline.com or fax (434263-5199). For more information, contact JobZone at (434) 263-5102.
Hopyard Classic Golf Tourney to benefit Love Thy Neighbor
Hopyard Farms presents the Hopyard Classic Golf Tournament on June 29 at Cameron Hills Golf Links in King George. Cost is $60 per Golfer with two nonperishable food items. Rate Includes 18 holes with cart, range balls, hot dog, chips, soda. Tournament is two-person team Captains Choice format. To register, email HFClassic@yahoo.com or call 757-771-8037 for additional information. All proceeds benefit Love Thy Neighbor to help King George residents in need.
Indian Head Community Services Summer Guide now available
The Charles County Department of Community Services Summer edition of The Guide is available online at www.CharlesCountyParks.com. Online registration for most programs is available. The Guide contains information on youth camps, aquatic programs, discount tickets and more.For more information on other events and opportunities offered by the Dept. of Community Services, visit www.CharlesCountyMD. gov/CS.
La Plata Summer Concert Series
The United States Air Force Band Max Impact performs this Friday, June 14 at the Town of La Plata Summer Concert at 7 p.m. Families are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs for sitting. Coolers are allowed, but no alcohol, please. Concessions are available from the Town’s food trailer located near the back of the parking lot, an ice cream truck is also stationed there for your enjoyment. A play area for children, the Kids’ Zone, allows parents to enjoy the concert while keeping an eye on the little ones. Upcoming concerts include Four of a Kind on June 21 and the US Navy Band Country Current on June 28.
Sunset Concert Series has begun!
The St. Charles Companies announces the return of The Sunset Concert Series to the St. Charles and Waldorf communities, marking the fifth year for the highly popular free outdoor music festival. The 2013 season will open with the reggae sounds of Peter Humphrey and the Oasis Band. A total of 18 bands will play by the lake throughout the summer, winding up with a funk R&B Dance Party by the band Tomorrow’s Time on August 30th. Joining the series this summer will be returning crowd favorites along with new local singer/songwriter talent. Every Friday at 7 p.m. O’Donnell Lake Restaurant Park, 10400 O’Donnell Place, Waldorf, MD 20601 The Sunset Concert Series lineup: June 14 USN Country Current Country, Bluegrass June 21 Sin Miedo Salsa June 28 WaCaHaSen Jam Band July 5 Eric Scott Band Original music July 12 Jennifer Cooper and Groovespan Jazz July 19 John O’Loughlin and the Blarney Stones Irish pop and traditional
Sotterley Plantation Gala in the Garden
Sotterley Plantation will host Le Bon Bayou on Saturday, June 15 at 6:30 p.m., their 4th Annual Gala in the Garden. Participation in this important fundraiser allows the organization to continue their mission of preserving, researching, and interpreting diverse cultures and environments and, importantly, to also serve as a public educational resource. This year’s Gala will include lively Zydeco music, Cajun culinary delights, and auction treasures to discover. Auction items include Mystery Dinner Theater tickets at the Piney Point Lighthouse, an exquisite set of Ann Hand scarves, one of several fabulous vacation opportunities, sports packages to watch or participate in, or the unmatched opportunity to have dinner for eight in the Plantation House. Purchase tickets online at www.sotterley.org by June 7. Tickets are $100 per person, $50 of each ticket is tax deductible and all proceeds benefit Sotterley’s Educational Programming.
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NSWCDD Sailors) flag folding ceremony. I could feel the gratitude from them for my uncle’s sacrifice.” Trent said her brother enlisted in November 1941. The family saw him for a day in South Carolina the following month, where he was on shore leave. After that, he
Sotterley 2013 Speaker Series
Sotterley Plantation presents James Johnston: From Slave Ship to Harvard, as their June entry to the Summer Speaker Series on Sunday, June 23 at 3 p.m. in the Barn. Johnston is an attorney, journalist and lecturer, who has published extensively on national affairs, law, telecommunications, history, and the arts. His writings have appeared in the Washington Post, Legal Times of Washington, American Lawyer Magazine, Corporate Counsel, and the Maryland Historical Society Magazine along with papers on local Washington, D.C., history, Yarrow Mamout, and an edition of The Recollections of Margaret Cabell Brown Loughborough. From Slave Ship to Harvard follows the true story of six generations of an AfricanAmerican family in Maryland, the Yarrows and their in-laws the Turners, from slavery to Harvard through today and provides a case study of race in America. On June 4, 1752 the Elijah landed in Annapolis carrying Yarrow Mamout and his sister. Yarrow, a body servant to the Beall family, had the opportunity to become acquainted with many prominent men of his day, to include the artist Charles Wilson Peale whose portrait of Yarrow, thought to be 140 years old, graces the cover of the book and hangs now in the Philadelphia Museum of Art. This event is free but due to limited seating, however, advance reservations are strongly advised. Please call 301-373-2280 to make your reservation. This is one presentation that you will not want to miss!
Charles County Fourth of July Celebration
The Charles County Board of Commissioners is pleased to announce the “Celebrate Charles: A Fun Filled Fourth” on Thursday, July 4, from 4:30 - 9:30 p.m. at Regency Furniture Stadium (11765 St. Linus Drive, Waldorf). The general public is invited to attend this family-friendly event. Local businesses, artisans and food establishments will be showcased in the “Best of Charles County” and kids of all ages can enjoy amusements in the Celebrate Charles Family Fun Zone. Guests will enjoy live music performed by John Luskey and Three Sixty. A fireworks display will top off the evening at 9:30 p.m. Admission is free. There are fees for food and product purchases. Family Fun Zone wristbands are $5. Guests will also be able to enjoy the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs baseball game against the Camden Riversharks. Game time is 6:35 p.m. and tickets can be purchased by calling 301-638-9788 or visiting www.somdbluecrabs.com. Guests who purchase a ticket to the game will receive a complimentary wristband for the Celebrate Charles Family Fun Zone. For more information, go to www. CharlesCountyMD.gov or contact Ms. Rachel Reynolds, Promotions Specialist, at 301-645-0601 or ReynoldsR@CharlesCounty.org. Citizens with special needs may contact the Maryland Relay Service at 711, Relay Service TDD: 800-735-2258.
sent postcards from the Pacific. “They were mainly about how much he missed us,” she said. “There’s not a day goes by that I don’t think of him.” The Battle of Midway - fought June 4-7, 1942, near the Central Pacific island of Midway - was considered the decisive battle of the war in the Pacific, ending Japanese naval superiority. The U.S. Pacific Fleet surprised Japanese forces, sinking four Japanese carriers, while losing only one.
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Nice Bridge tolls will rise July 1 A toll increase for the Harry Nice Bridge approved by the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) Board in 2011 will begin at 12:01 a.m. on July 1. The increase was projected to generate increased income to pay significant debt for rehabilitating MDTA’s aging bridges, tunnels and highways and for constructing additional highway capacity in the Baltimore and Washington regions.
New toll rates are as follows: Cash/Base: 2-axle $6.00 3-axle $12.00 4-axle $18.00 5-axle $36.00 6+-axle $45.00
Maryland E-Z Pass: Commuter $2.10* 2-axle $5.40 3-axle n/a 4-axle n/a 5-axle n/a 6+-axle n/a * Commuter discount plans are available for customers with valid E-ZPass Maryland accounts driving two-axle vehicles. Plans for the Nice Bridge is $25 (effective November 1, 2011) and $52.50 (effective July 1, 2013) and offer 25 trips. Plans end after 45 days or when all of the trips are used, whichever comes first.
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with the kids,” said Balaban, who began working with the cadets last month after running into them in the chow hall. “I kind of got hooked.” Ballaban thought the knot-tying was very useful knowledge. “I think emergency training is useful in every branch [of the military],” she said. As Ellis presented knots at the front of the classroom, Battalion Chief Tracy Hall offered the cadets pointers. Colin, who was attending his first Sea Cadet event, was perhaps a little over-confident after achieving quick success with the relatively simple figure eight. Hall helped Colin with the more complicated knots that followed. “Dress it up,” advised Hall. “Clean it up so you can see if there’s anything wrong with it.” When Colin figured it all out and tied the knot, Hall offered a victory fist bump. “Give me some knuckles,” he said. Colin used the classroom time to ask Hall a technical question,
whether a fire hose was really powerful enough to throw a person around, as he’d seen on TV. Hall kept a straight face and offered a reply. “It’s powerful enough to throw you around, fella,” he said. When the cadets finished up, Hall advised them to “practice, practice, practice” their knots. It was all a rather enjoyable day of activities for Sea Cadet E3 Tiffany Ray, who came away with a greater understanding of firefighting. She hopes to one day attend the Naval Academy and become an engineer. “I used to think firefighting was easier, but now I see all the procedures and stuff that goes into it,” she said. I see it is more work than I thought. You think firefighting is all about fire, but you see there is more to it like knots and ladders and steps and procedures.” For Sea Cadet E2 Joseph Ammaturo, the activities were less of a surprise and more of a confirmation. “I always thought firefighting was pretty cool.”
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Employees invited to participate in Indian Head environmental program survey Naval Support Activity South Potomac (NSASP) is inviting the workforce on Naval Support Facility (NSF) Indian Head, along with members of the local community, to participate in a brief, online survey regarding the installation’s Environmental Restoration Program. This survey and related community involvement activities undertaken by the Navy are intended to promote awareness regarding environmental topics and activities at NSF Indian Head. “If community members have not heard of the NSF Indian Head Environmental Restoration Program but are interested in this topic, their participation in the survey
Environmental cleanup continues at a number of sites on NSF Indian Head. This photo shows open excavation used during recovery work at a site adjacent to Mattawoman Creek where metal parts were discarded and covered with fill from the 1960s to 1980s, and which contained material potentially presenting an explosive hazard. It is suspected that drums containing solvents buried at the site degraded over time and caused contamination of shallow groundwater. is invaluable,” emphasizes Nicholas Carros, manager
for the program. “Responses to the sur-
vey are confidential and will help facilitate future measures to improve environmental restoration communications and community interaction,” adds Carros. The online environmental restoration community survey can be accessed at http://fluidsurveys.com/s/ nsf-indian-head-community-relations-plan-survey/. The survey will be available through August 2013. “We want to do everything we can to encourage members of the community to stay informed and attend public meetings where the community has an opportunity to review and discuss environmental topics specific to NSF Indian Head,” says Carros.
Tick Season is upon us Courtesy of NSF Indian Head Branch Medical Clinic We are currently approaching tick-bite season, which typically runs from April to September. Ticks hide in medium to tall grass, leaf litter and brush and will bite any exposed skin surface that is brought into close proximity to the tick. Tick bites are the leading source of infectious disease in the United States. Diseases of concern in the Indian Head area include Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, Erlichiosis and several others. The passage of disease from a tick bite may occur almost immediately but typically requires that the tick regurgitates a small amount of blood back to the bitten host - this event usually occurs towards the end of the tick’s blood meal. Attacking the tick with nail polish, a hot match, or olive oil increases the chance of infection by stimulating the tick to regurgitate blood. The best method for removing a tick is to grasp the tick’s body with a forceps or tweezers as close to the head as possible and to pull directly away from the skin surface by applying steady force without twisting or bending the tick. The goal is to remove both the head and the biting mouth parts. If performed properly, a small crevice or
pit should be left in the skin surface. Topical antibiotics and a band aid should then be applied to prevent localized skin infection. Some redness, swelling, and temporary pain at the bite site is normal. Symptoms may occur immediately or as long as four weeks after a tick bite. Immediate medical attention should be sought if the tick head or mouth parts are retained or if the bitten individual develops weakness, fatigue, confusion, fever, vomiting, difficulty breathing, numbness, headache, or a rash. For tick bites, the best medicine is prevention or avoidance. During the summer months, individuals should avoid grassy and shrubby areas. When in these areas, you should wear lightcolored long-sleeved shirts and pants tucked into boots or socks. Insect repellant marketed specifically to repel ticks should be worn on all exposed skin - appropriate repellants include 15% or less DEET for children and up to 50% DEET for adults. Insect repellant and proper PPE should be available to you at the workplace. After any exposure to areas where ticks are likely to be located, you should immediately check yourself or have someone check you for ticks. If a tick is identified, remove it immediately using the method described earlier.
There is no practical pesticide treatment for either your workplace or backyard that will kill ticks. The insect repellent permethrin can be applied to outdoor areas as a spray and repels ticks, mites, lice, cockroaches, fleas, and mosquitoes for a short period of time. Permethrin is found in many of the Yard Guard type of backyard sprays. Permethrin is not known to seriously harm most mammals or birds and is available in a wide variety of sprays, powders, and shampoos for pets and a fogger system for home treatment. Direct contact with the skin by any of these forms of permethrin while they are in the wet form may cause a skin irritation or dermatitis. Inhalation of any of these products may cause serious injury. There is a very small chance of having an allergic response, either skin irritation or difficulty breathing, in sensitive individuals. If you or a family member has allergies specific to Chrysanthemum flowers, you should not use permethrin containing flea repellents in your home. Permethrin is available in several forms used to treat clothing that will be worn while working in high tick concentration areas. Permethrin binds tightly to clothing material and is resistant to removal even after multiple washings. Permethrin treated work uniforms and
yard-work clothing may remain toxic to ticks after as many as ten washings and may remain repellant to ticks for more than fifty washings. Only outer work clothing, including pants, shirts, and coveralls should be treated with permethrin. Avoid treating socks, underwear, undershirts, and caps or hats with permethrin as the close contact with wet skin may lead to a skin irritation. With the precautions listed above, permethrin treatment of clothing results in an effective barrier to ticks, chiggers, and mosquitoes while remaining non-irritating and odorless to humans. DoD approved products for treatment of work uniforms include an aerosol spray can with 0.5% permethrin (NSN: 6840-01-278-1336) and a 40% permethrin concentrate that may be applied to clothing using a hand-compressed sprayer (NSN: 6840-01-3342666). Civilian products are available at local sportsman supply stores and online. The best control for ticks is the cutting of grass and the clearing of underbrush in areas where humans and pets may travel. Call the NBHCIndian Head with any questions or concerns. George Reed Grimes, MD, MPH LT MC USN Occupational & Environmental Medicine
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