June 21, 2013
SOUTH POTOMAC PILOT NEWS AND INFORMATION FOR THE NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY SOUTH POTOMAC DEFENSE COMMUNITY
NSASP conducts joint exercise with CBIRF
By Andrew Revelos Staff Writer
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Naval Support Activity South Potomac (NSASP) participated in a joint exercise with Chemical Biological Incident Response Force (CBIRF) on June 12 at Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren. For CBIRF, the drill was one of the unit’s regular certification exercises (CERTEX), which certifies that one of CBIRF’s two Incident Response Forces (IRFs) are ready to be on call for real-world emergencies. For NSASP, participation in the exercise met one of the command’s two yearly Reliant Series training requirements. The training scenario, which unfolded in and around Building 217, was a daunting one. “A disgruntled employee took hostages during a conference,” said Don Brown, a contractor instructor for CBIRF. “FBI negotiators went in this morning but negotiations
US Navy photo by Andrew Revelos
Gunnery Sgt. Brian Webb, left, and Cmdr. Lisa Kelty, center, senior medical officer and battalion surgeon for CBIRF, discuss the evacuation of casualties with Firefighter Brian Smith, right, Naval Support Facility Dahlgren Fire Department, during a joint exercise June 12. Firefighter Chris Dodd listens in from a fire truck. broke down. [Law enforcement] went in to get the suspect and he detonated a
device which spread a cloud throughout the building and around the general area of
the building.” The fictional authorities then called in CBIRF to re-
spond. “[CBIRF] conducts a survey and rescue of all the casualties,” said Brown, summarizing CBIRF’s onscene responsibilities. “They have to package up the casualties and transport them out without causing further casualties, get them through the decontamination and medical tents, where doctors can stabilize them, and then pass them off to local hospitals.” Working together with local authorities is a vital skill for members of CBIRF and Brown appreciated the opportunity to work with NSASP first responders. “We haven’t been able to train on that level for a while, where they’re going to be meeting with each other on-scene and talking with each other,” said Brown. “What I’d like to see is them integrate in with us. The more people you involve the quicker it goes, the more lives you can save.”
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Author discusses Pacific victory By Andrew Revelos Staff Writer
Tom Hone, editor of “The Battle of Midway: The Naval Institute Guide to the U.S. Navy’s Greatest Victory” and a former senior executive in the Office of the Secretary of Defense, discussed the Navy’s triumphs and challenges in the Pacific during World War II at the Aegis Training and Readiness Center (ATRC) on June 6. The special event was organized by the Center for Surface Combat Systems (CSCS). “I’d like to thank you all for coming down here today,” said Capt. Donald Schmieley, commanding officer of CSCS. “I think it’s important for us to learn from and remember our World War II history. I think there are lessons to be learned here and one of the best ways to learn is from folks who were actually there. Our keynote speaker today took those voices, who were involved in the June 1942 Battle of Midway,
U.S. Navy photo by Daryl Roy, Aegis Training and Readiness Center
Master Chief Fire Controlman Jason Villanueva, Aegis Training and Readiness Center’s Senior Enlisted Leader, presents the winner of the Battle of Midway poster contest, ATRC SPY student Fire Controlman 3rd Class Jessica Sharp, with her poster and certificate.
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The USS Bunker Hill after it was struck by two kamikazes, May 11, 1945. Though the U.S. Navy improved its anti-aircraft operations after the Battle of Midway, Japanese use of kamikazes posed a serious danger to aircraft carriers. and created a book that focuses on the events that led up to the battle.” Hone’s discussion highlighted the never-ending ebb and flow of military technologies and tactics, a pattern repeated throughout history. In the case of the U.S. Navy, advances in
technologies and tactics, along with the element of surprise, helped the Americans overcome the Imperial Japanese Navy at Midway. “[The Battle of Tsushima] was the battle they expected; this was their image
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CSCS Commemorates Battle of Midway By Kimberly Lansdale Center for Surface Combat Systems
The Center for Surface Combat Systems (CSCS) and one of its learning sites, Aegis Training and Readiness Center (ATRC), co-located onboard Naval Support Facility Dahlgren, commemorated the 71st anniversary of the Battle of Midway the week of June 3 with numerous events.
See Midway, Page 8
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CERTEX: Great training value gained from conducting joint operations Continued from page 1
NSF Dahlgren firefighters were first on the scene and began spraying “contaminated” casualties, roleplayed by CBIRF Marines, with water from a fire truck. Members of the CBIRF Situation Awareness Team soon arrived and worked with the firefighters to come up with a response plan. The Marines received an important piece of information from firefighters during the hasty initial meeting: the pre-instant plan, which included the building’s rather complicated layout. The maze of rooms and hallways would prove just as challenging for CBIRF to clear as it is the police officers who regularly train in Building 217. “They’ll have an interesting time going through the structure,” said Brown. Sharing critical information continued at Dahlgren’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC), where base officials and CBIRF commanders coordinated the response. “Without coordination there would be chaos,” said Battalion Chief Tracy Hall, of the NSF Dahlgren Fire Department. “There must be coordination to make sure that everyone on the scene is on the same page as to what the exact situation is before them and what role each agency will have in mitigating the incident safely, whether those roles are separate tasks within an operation, or a joint effort on the same task integrating needed personnel to complete the task.” Accountability is always a primary mission for first responders, whether they are firefighters or members of CBIRF. Close coordination helped both organizations maintain that accountability. “It. assists with accountability of personnel on the scene, the span and control of those personnel and most of all, the safety of all personnel on the scene,” said Hall. Responding to largescale emergencies is something for which both firefighters and members of CBIRF constantly train. For Sailors assigned to Dahlgren’s Branch Health Clinic, the exercise was not an everyday kind of drill. “We provided augmented medical support to the CBIRF Medical Team,” said Lt. Lesli Lucas, senior medical officer at the Dahlgren Branch Health Clinic. “We helped unloading medical equipment, set up of medical tents and most importantly, assisting in triage and administration of medi-
US Navy photos by Andrew Revelos
Firefighter Clinton Ziadeh, of the NSF Dahlgren Fire Department, gives instructions to “victims” leaving the site of the simulated attack.
Staff Sgt. Eric Seymor, left, and Sgt. Chaz Carter, right, both explosive ordnance technicians view a simulated improvised explosive device (IED) with the aid of a robot.
CBIRF Marines flush a fire hydrant before using it to provide water for their decontamination facilities. cal care to the many victims of the mass casualty [event]. Medical care included controlling bleeding, providing airway and cardiac support, providing IV fluids and critical medications of more seriously injured patients until able to transport the patients to local hospitals.” Lucas thanked Dahlgren Branch Health Clinic personnel who stayed behind at the clinic, which allowed the rest of the staff a chance to participate in the exercise. “The feedback from our staff was overwhelmingly positive,” she said. “They all felt it was valuable in helping to remind us of how suddenly we can be placed into these critical and emergency roles and the importance of regularly practicing and drilling to keep our skill set sharp.” Ed Patuga, training officer for NSASP, said there was great training value to be gained by conducting a joint operation with CBIRF. “We cannot overemphasize the importance of training with an outside agency like CBIRF,” he said. “Our first responders train and work together very well during exercises. They have done it so many times and know what each is capable of doing to protect the installation. However, incidents are not all the same and there could be a situation where the complexity of the incident exceeds the capability of our first responders. Such incidents require the use of additional resources and that may come in the form of outside agency support and coordination.”
HM1 Tasha Fausto, assigned to the Dahlgren Branch Health Clinic, helps CBIRF corpsmen unload medical gear as they prepare to treat simulated casualties.
CBIRF Marines from IRF Alpha’s Extraction and Rescue Platoon evacuate a simulated casualty down a stair well. The exercise took place in NSF Dahlgren’s Building 217, a facility that serves as a training center for first responders.
Sgt. Chaz Carter, EOD technician for CBIRF, addresses a simulated IED.
Col. Stephen Redifer, right, commanding officer of CBIRF, and Sgt. Maj. Darrell Stillings, second from right, sergeant major of CBIRF, observe casualty evacuation.
The challenging training scenario and the response it required served to prepare both CBIRF and NSASP for real-world events. “The
were able to see firsthand each other’s operations and capabilities, which are all good to know before an incident happens. Most im-
joint exercise provided NSA South Potomac and CBIRF the opportunity to work together during a complex incident,” said Patuga. “We
portant, we also identify areas of improvement to better facilitate integration and synchronization of activities should the need arise.”
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Dahlgren School Graduates US Navy photo by Andrew Revelos
Eighth graders at Dahlgren School were promoted at a ceremony held on June 12 at the school. Eight students were sent on to attend high school next year. Margie Stevens, an employee of NSWCDD and a Dahlgren School alumnus, gave commencement remarks. Graduates pictured here are from left to right, Austin Alexander, Megan Sewell, Khenny Feliciano, Geoffrey Geoghegan, Gabriella Baker, Arrion Johnson, Elizabeth Setser and Caleb Miller.
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. 703909-3380. 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.
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of what the decisive battle would be,” said Hone, describing the Japanese desire to destroy the American fleet at Midway. The decisive surface warfare victory at Tsushima against Russia during the 1905 Russo-Japanese War was still at the fore of Japanese naval thought in 1942, as the era of the aircraft carrier was dawning. “What did the Japanese get [at Midway]? They got ambushed by the carriers of the United States Navy,” said Hone. “They were taken by surprise and that was the key to victory.” Hone also credited accurate intelligence, codebreaking, radar, pre-war planning and exercises, and courage as elements of the American victory. In many aspects, the opposing fleets were in a state of near-parity at Midway. Japanese combat air patrols, for instance, enjoyed significant advantages over their American equivalent, while the American antiaircraft guns and crews that confronted Japanese aircraft were superior. Outdated tactics affected the decision-making processes of both navies. Hone cited the island of Midway, an “unsinkable carrier,” as another element that favored the Americans. The highaltitude bombers stationed there, however, were useless against Japanese ships, which could simply maneuver away from the bombs. Despite that ineffectiveness, the Japanese fleet decided to bomb the island’s airfield and consequently, was unprepared when the carrier-
based American aircraft attacked. “[The Japanese] lost three carriers in five minutes,” said Hone. “They got taken by surprise by the dive bombers launched by two American carriers and they got clobbered.” The Japanese carriers were at their most vulnerable when the Americans struck, the decks strewn with aircraft, ordnance and fuel. Indeed, any aircraft carrier was a “floating volcano” in the days of high-octane fuel. Defending an aircraft carrier was difficult at best and near impossible at worst, said Hone. While both fleets recognized the critical importance of surprise, advancements in aircraft and ordnance technology outpaced the defensive measures they depended on to counter them. “When carrier aircraft first became strike aircraft, they might carry 100-pound bombs,” said Hone. “By 1941 they’re carrying 1,000-pound bombs. these are ship-killers. So any one aircraft, if it gets through [anti-aircraft defenses], could disable a carrier.” The tools used by antiaircraft gunners to direct fire at attacking aircraft at Midway could not keep up with the newest aircraft designs “The airplanes were moving so quickly by 1941-42, that the rates of change were very high and it was extremely difficult for those [analog] computers, those devices, to estimate where the plane was going to go,” said Hone. The Imperial Japanese Navy learned a great deal from its loss at Midway and adapted both their technologies and their tactics. Landbased night bombers stalked American ships for the rest of the war. “They had guys
flying twin engine bombers equipped with torpedoes flying 50 to 100 feet above the water,” said Hone. “At that low altitude, they could pick up the silhouettes of American carriers. They were very dangerous and they were highly-respected by the U.S. Navy.” The U.S. Navy, though victorious at Midway, also suffered heavy losses and leaders understood the need to change the way they conducted operations, said Hone. In particular, better coordination of combat air patrols, the introduction of combat information centers and applying anti-aircraft defenses as an integrated combat system helped the Navy achieve a stunning victory two years later at the Battle of the Philippine Sea. “They were like a buzz saw,” said Hone, describing the Navy’s hard-won ability to sail headon into contested waters. But by 1945 and the Battle of Okinawa, the Japanese use of kamikazes became so prevalent that the U.S. Navy was forced to once again change its tactics. “I call it an anti-ship missile campaign, the kamikazes,” said Hone. “The guidance mechanism is a human being.” The challenge posed by kamikazes to American commanders was exceptional. Advancements in anti-aircraft defenses defense on American ships, such as proximity fuses for anti-aircraft shells, became a serious friendly-fire danger to combat air patrol fighters that pursued kamikazes too close to American ships. The U.S. Navy’s answer was to the kamikazes was “tightening the anti-aircraft decision loop,” an answer that alleviated but did not completely solve the problem. “Who was in this
decision loop in 1944?” asked Hone. “What they did was they took the captains out of the loop. You had to tighten the loop up.” “This issue, this conflict, is never resolved by war’s end,” he added, citing the staggering losses suffered by the U.S. Navy during the Battle of Okinawa. “The Navy lost 32 ships, 368 damaged, over 9,700 Sailors dead or wounded. Look as those casualty figures. They’re extraordinary.” Funding cuts after the war handicapped the Navy’s ability to continue the search for solutions, said Hone. “All these challenges-nuclear weapons, jet aircraft, missiles-all this stuff happened after World War II and the amount of money available went in the tank.” The solution finally came with the development of the Aegis Combat System. Hone once interviewed Rear Adm. Wayne Meyer, the “father” of the system. “He was an outstanding technology manager,” said Hone. “The Navy had sequences of these [operational challenges] during the 20th century. Now we’re in the 21st and we’re going through the same thing again, but there were a series of challenges for the Navy, one after the next. People sort came out of the woodwork, if you want to put it that way, officers and civilians who found ways to deal with those challenges and turn the United States Navy into an extremely powerful naval force, the most successful in history. To do that they had to understand technology, they had to understand what it was like to be at sea and they had to know how to manage the development of technology.”
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Base Happenings Dahlgren Legal Services at FFSC
The Fleet and Family Support Center offers legal appointments on July 23. Appointments are for active duty military, reservists, retirees and their family members. Do you have your power of attorney and will squared away? Call 540-653-1839 to make an appointment today!
Navy Ball Lunch Fundraiser 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! Kraving Kabobs will be Mainside every Tuesday from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. near the Navy Exchange.
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.
Friday, June 21, 2013
Community Notes Dahlgren Dahlgren Heritage Museum Annual Meeting
The Dahlgren Heritage Museum will hold their annual meeting on Wednesday, June 26 at 5 p.m. at the Univ. of Mary Washington, Dahlgren Campus. Meeting will include event updates, museum updates, reports and handouts and a short talk by our own Jim Colvard. Light refreshments will be served. This meeting is open to current museum members and all who would like to become members. RSVP to secretary@dahlgrenmuseum.org today!
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 http://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 located 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 (434-263-5199). 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 now available online at www. CharlesCountyParks.com. Online registration for most programs is available. The Guide contains information on youth camps, aquatic programs, trips, discount tickets and more. Find out what is available in your area. For more information on other events and opportunities offered by the Dept. of Community Services, visit www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/CS.
Town of La Plata Summer Concert Series
Four of a Kind performs this Friday, June 21 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 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. Time: Every Friday at 7 p.m. Location: O’Donnell Lake Restaurant Park, 10400 O’Donnell Place, Waldorf, MD 20601 The Sunset Concert Series lineup includes: 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
Blue Crabs to Host All-Star Game
The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs will host the 2013 Atlantic League All-Star Game featuring the best minor league players from around the eight-team league. The two day all-star celebration will start on July 9 featuring food, entertainment acts and live music with the All Star game taking the place on July 10 at Regency Furniture Stadium just outside Waldorf. This the first time the Blue Crabs have hosted the event and tickets are currently on sale by going to www.somdbluecrabs.com or by calling 301-638-9788.
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MWR highlights Movie Theater Information Tickets and Tours Office AT&T National Golf Tournament
June 24-30 Free tickets available while supplies last. Limit of 4.
Six Flags Red White and Blue Days
July 3-7 Special discounted tickets just $24, parking discount $11. Includes fireworks on Fourth of July.
Kings Dominion Gold Season Passes
Still available at ITT through July 31 only. Includes parking & admission through October 27 at $74 each. Gold season passes are no long available at Kings Dominion. NOTE - Active duty and retired Military members will receive FREE admission to Kings Dominion July 4 and 5! Family members and friends can get one day tickets at ITT for only $34. NOTE: Gold Season passes are no longer available at Kings Dominion. For more info, call the ITT office, 540-653-8785
Liberty Center All activities open to Liberty Center patrons only - E1- E6 single/unaccompanied active duty Military
Slip -N-Slide Saturday at the Liberty Center
June 22, Noon - 8 p.m. - Free! 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 with refreshments all day.
Driving Range Closest to the Pin Competition
July 9, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 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.
Youth Center 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
Weight House Fitness Center Independence Day 5K
July 2 - free for military, $5 for all other eligible patrons. For more information contact the WHFC Front Desk at 301744-4661.
3-on-3 Beach Volleyball Tournament
July 8 at the Sand Volleyball Complex. Four players per
540-653-7336 Hours of Operation Friday and Saturday: 7 p.m. Showings 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 Friday, June 21st 7 p.m. - Tyler Perry’s Peeples, PG-13 Saturday, June 22nd 7 p.m. - Star Trek: Into Darkness, PG-13 Friday, June 28 7 p.m. - The Hangover Part III, R Saturday, June 29 7 p.m. - Fast & Furious 6, PG-13 team, one sub. Games schedule TBD. Free for military, $5 for all others. Register at the WHFC by June 28.
Sprint Triathlon August 16 $15 for military, $25 for all others. Register at the WHFC by Friday, August 9th. Pre-race summer training sessions are available for $3 per session. Email megan.eicholtz@ navy.mil for more information.
Dahlgren parent and child pool tournament
Students/Staff Kickball Game
June 23, 11:30 a.m. Location: Dahlgren Parade Field This event is free!
Liberty Movie and Pizza Night
June 25, 3 p.m. Have dinner with Liberty and enjoy the newest movies. This event is free. Pizza is sponsored by Dahlgren Domino’s Pizza.
Liberty King’s Dominion Trip
June 29 - Van leaves at 8:30 a.m. Cost: $34. Take on your fear of roller coasters or just come out to have fun at the theme park for a day! For more info on these events, please contact the Liberty Center at 540-653-7277.
Fitness Center Dodgeball Reloaded 2 Tournament
June 25, 4 p.m. Eligible patrons include all with base access. If you missed the last three Dodgeball challenges you still have a chance to play or reclaim your victory. Register by June 24th. For more information, please contact the Fitness Center at 540-653-8580 or Ira Seth at 540653-2215.
The NSF Dahlgren Youth Activities Center held its annual spring parent and child youth pool tournament on May 29. Registration was full for this popular event of eight teams of two. For several hours the game was close, finally finishing with first place winners Youth Activities Center member Elijah White-Stansel and Steven Brown (pictured above, left) and second place winners Youth Activities Center member Alex Nette and her father, Capt. Pete Nette, Commanding Officer, Naval Support Activity South Potomac.
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Congratulations Class of 2013! CarleyArmentrout
King George High School Plans to attend Virginia Tech Daughter of Tony Armentrout, JWAC
Scott Diamond
Washington and Lee University Bachelor of Science, Economics Son of Craig Diamond, NSWC IHDEODTD A11
Nicole Kaminski
North Point High School Plans to attend Virginia Tech, Daughter of Damaris Kaminski, NSWC IHDEOTD, Code MP and Gregory Kaminski, NSWC IHDEOTD Code E3
Jawanza C. Robinson
Friendly High School Plans to attend Morgan State University Son ofJohnna L. Robinson, NSWC IHEODTD, C3E
Haley Armentrout
King George High School Plans to attend James Madison University Daughter of TonyArmentrout, JWAC
Bryan F Ferrell
Salisbury University Grandson of Janet Ferrell, NSASP MWR
Adam Kassem
North Point High School Plans to attend UNC-Charlotte Son of Christine Carpenter, JITC
J.C. Sevart
King George High School Plans to attend University of Mary Washington Son of Brad Sevart, JWAC
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Nicole Bonnin
King George High School Plans to attend Virginia Tech Daughter of Tony Armentrout, JWAC
LaPlata High School Plans to attend Towson University Daughter of Karen Bonnin,NOSSA N852
Asha Fields
Steven Francisco
Bowie State University Bachelor of Science, Economics Daughter of Vonderlear Fields, NOSSA
Daniel Knowlton
Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering University of Delaware Son of Brad Francisco, NSWC IHEODTD, Code M21BF
Emily Kwasniak
OSC Aundre Carlton, CSCS DeVry University Bachelor of Science,Technical Management
Robert Garcia
University of Alabama Bachelor of Science, Accounting Son of Kathy Garcia, NOSSA
Kathleen Lyon
University of Pennsylvania Bachelor of Science, Engineering (Digital Media Design) Son of Christopher Knowlton, NSWCDD W04
Great Mills High School Plans to attend CSM Daughter of Liz Kwasniak, NSASP
St. Francis University Bachelor of Arts, Psychology Daughter of Anne Lyon, NSWCDD CXPT and Paul Lyon, CSCS
Marie Sterba
Nicholas Stillwaggon
Chelsea Tominack
North Point High School Plans to attend Univ. of Maryland Daughter of Kathleen Sterba, NOSSA and Allan Sterba, NSWCDD Q52
King George High School Plans to attend Bemidji State University Son of Cmdr. Joseph Stillwaggon, NAMDC
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics Salisbury University Daughter of John Tominack, NOSSA
West Virginia University Bachelor of Science, Medical Laboratory Science, Histology Daughter of Douglas Case, NSWC IHEODTD, M32
Shannon L. Case
Jasmine Collins
University of Illinois Masters, Education Daughter of Yvette Collins, Aegis BMD
Daniel J. Cordes, Jr.
Victoria Garcia
Meghan Michelle Geoghegan
Courtney Hartnett
La Plata High School Plans to attend Virginia Tech Daughter of Kathy Garcia, NOSSA
Lindsey Lysher
Stafford High School Longwood University Daughter of John Lysher, NSWCDD Z Dept.
JasonTominack
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science Salisbury University Daughter of John Tominack, NOSSA
Liberty University Bachelor of Science, History Son of Daniel Cordes, NSWCDD CX8
California Baptist University, Bachelor of Arts, Liberal Studies, Daughter of Chaplain Mike and Terri Geoghegan, NSASP
University of Virginia Bachelor of Arts, Interdisciplinary Writing with a Minor in English Daughter of Tim Hartnett, NSWCDD K70
Sarah Mack
Jonathan Matteson
Caitlin Crutchfield
Grace Christian Academy Plans to attend CSM Daughter of William Crutchfield, Jr., NSASP
Kevin J. Hartnett
King George High School Plans to attend Villanova University Son of Tim Hartnett, NSWCDD K70
Matthew McCahill
Caroline High School Plans to attend Georgetown University Daughter of Gregory Mack, ATRC
Penn State University Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering Employed by NSWCDD Z23 Son of Jeff Matteson, NSWC IHEODTD C52
Maurice J. McDonough High School, Frostburg State University, Son of Mike McCahill, NSWC IHEODTD, E16MM and Sherry McCahill, NOSSA
Ashley E. Wright
Rozeta L. Wright
Jacob Oakley Zimmerman
Elizabethtown College Bachelor of Arts, Communications Daughter of Diane Lee, NSASP N6
Strayer University Master of Science, Human Resource Management Employed by CSCS
Old Dominion University Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering and Technology, Son of David Zimmerman, JWAC
Rachel Cutlip
Mount St. Mary’s University Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry Daughter of Gay Cutlip, NSWC IHEODTD, E12MC
Trevor Harris
North Point High School Plans to attend University of Tennessee-Knoxville Son of Tami Harris, NSLC DET IH, Code 6132
Elizabeth Miller
University of Mobile Bachelor of Science, Music Education Daughter of Kendall Miller, NDW N6
Scott Zimms
Rutgers University Bachelor of Science, History Son of Ken Zimms, NSWC IHDTEOD, G1
IT2 Katrina Dang
UMUC Bachelor of Science in Cyber Security JITC
Kodie Hayes
UMBC, Bachelor of Visual Design Degree Daughter of Peggy Garlenski, NSWC IHEODTD C42
Duncan Mollner
King George High School Plans to attend U.S. Naval Academy Son of Chris Mollner, NSWCDD W14 and Trische Mollner, NSASP N9
IT1 Yolanda Davis
Lindsey DeLozier
American Military University Associates Degree, General Studies JITC
Towson University Bachelor of Science, Social Sciences Daughter of Sally DeLozier, NSWC IHDEODTD C52SD
Deanna Huntt
Nathaniel Cole Jackson
CSM, Associates of Arts Degree, Daughter of SandieHuntt, NSWC IHEODTD, E21SH and Patrick “Chip” Huntt Jr., NSWC IHEODTD, MP1PH
Alan J. Pasold
ITT Technical Institute Bachelors of Science, Information Technology Son of Emily C.Pasold, Navy Exchange
King George High School Plans to attend Rose Hulman Institute of Technology Son of Angela Jackson, NAVFAC Dahlgren
Tommy J. Pasold
King George High School Plans to attend James Madison University Son of Emily C.Pasold, Navy Exchange
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“The Battle of Midway is one of the most significant battles of World War II,” said Lt. Jessica Tuia, CSCS’s Battle of Midway coordinator. “Not only because it turned the tide of the war in the Pacific but because of those brave individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice. CSCS and ATRC wanted to honor those who paid the ultimate price by bringing attention to the Battle of Midway in a positive way.” The Battle of Midway took place June 4-7 1942 and was a pivotal victory for the United States during World War II. During the battle, the US Navy inflicted permanent damage on the Japanese Imperial Navy. Considered a turning point in the Pacific campaign for the U.S. and its allies, the Battle of Midway is one of the most well-known and celebrated battles in naval history. To start off the week, ATRC’s display cases were refurbished with WWII items loaned by Udo Goff, a King George resident. “I wanted to share my collection to spark some interest in the Battle of Midway,” he said. “As a long time collector and history buff, it doesn’t get any better than seeing groups of staff, instructors and students clustered around the displays, reading the tags and discussing an essential part of history.” On June 5, CSCS, ATRC, NSWC Federal Credit Union, and Naval Support Activity South Potomac’s Morale, Welfare and Recreation held a Battle of Midway 5K run. 74 people took time out of their hectic schedules to honor those who fought for our freedom. “The 5K event was well executed and was worthy of the association with the Navy’s greatest battle,” said Brian Deters, CSCS’s Training Support Director, who participated.
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Jessie Harris, CSCS’s Learning Standards Officer (LSO), not only partook to pay tribute to those who had served but to be healthy as well. “I need motivation and this 5K is the perfect start of a healthy lifestyle for me,” she said. On June 6, author Tom Hone spoke about the Battle of Midway to NSF Dahlgren. “The best way for today’s Sailors to learn about a battle is from those who fought it,” explained Hone. “The Battle of Midway not only turned the progress of WWII in the Pacific but set the Navy’s foundation for future counter offensives.” Following his presentation, Dahlgren’s Navy Exchange hosted a book signing for Hone’s new book “The Battle of Midway: The Naval Institute Guide to the U.S. Navy’s Greatest Victory.” The book focuses on events leading up to the battle and the battle itself, with a separate section examining how others have interpreted the battle’s engagements. “The book signing was a success,” said Chevi Telfare, Dahlgren’s Navy Exchange Branch Manager. “The NEX sold a total of 31 books.” To conclude the week remembrance, CSCS and ATRC held a Battle of Midway poster contest and announced the winner on June 7. ATRC SPY student Fire Controlman 3rd Class Jessica Sharp’s creativity won her 1st place. “I think it is very important to be involved in your command’s events, especially when the event is for remembering those who protected our freedom,” she said. “I learned a lot when researching the Battle of Midway and enjoyed sketching the historical propaganda.” As the week concluded, the Battle of Midway commemoration came to an end but those who defended are not forgotten. “By planning activities that were educational in nature, we hoped to not only emphasize the importance of history but the necessity that we learn from it,” Tuia said.
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Vehicle Decals going away July 1 By Patrick Gordon NDW Public Affairs As of July 1, Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren and NSF Indian Head will no longer issue or require vehicle decals on vehicles entering the base. As directed by the Assistant Secretary of the Navy, Energy, Installations & Environment in a memorandum dated March 18, 2011, Navy bases will no longer require vehicles to display decals, which previously served as a way for base security to verify proper registration and adequate liability insurance for all vehicles, as well as authorization for the driver to operate the vehicle. Installations within Naval District Washington have been provided guidance to develop implementation plans of the new policy and associated policies for vehicle base access, parking, and other installation-wide driving concerns. While security remains a prime concern for all Department of Navy installations, random command authorized administrative checks will be conducted and drivers will be required to keep registrations, inspections and insurance coverage current. The random checks will verify identification and vehicle licensing, and security personnel will continue to rely on the assistance of the military community
to report suspicious or abandoned cars, and any other security concerns. Frequent visitors to installations requiring decals may leave them on the vehicle until the expiration date. Otherwise, the decal should be removed. People using privately-owned vehicles on Navy installations will still be required to meet state and local requirements including valid insurance, vehicle safety inspections, registration, and proof of motorcycle safety training where applicable. Additionally, the policy change will not affect visiting procedures to Navy installations, as visitors will continue to use the normal visitor procedures established by the installation commanding officer. Contractor access will be managed separately. Contractors will either receive a temporary pass for a one trip visit or they may register under the Navy commercial access control system that provides background checks and pe-
Dahlgren Public Works production officer promoted
John L. Ingle, from Tallahassee, Fla., was promoted to Lieutenant junior grade on June 5. Lt. j.g. Ingle was pinned by Cdr. Jeffrey Brancheau, Public Works Officer, NAVFAC Dahlgren. A graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy with a Bachelor of Science degree in Naval Architecture, Lt. j.g. Ingle is the new on-site production officer in Dahlgren in charge of over 170 employees who perform maintenance and repair on facilities and assets across the installation. Lt. j.g. Ingle returned from Port Hueneme, Calif. on May 20, where he completed Civil Engineer Corps Officer School with Class #254.
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riodic reviews to allow them to be issued a valid credential for access to Navy installations for official business. For those who visit the Washington Navy Yard, parking will be managed at the installation level using a CNIC-generated template based on the current color coding system (blue for officers, red for enlisted, and green for Department of the Navy civilians). The template provides for some standardization at all CNIC installations, but allows for minor changes to accommodate unique local circumstances. Neither NSF Dahlgren nor NSF Indian Head will issue any decals after July 1. Drivers are advised to verify the plans from bases they frequent before removing their decals. For more information on parking at the Washington Navy Yard, visit www.navy.mil/local/ndw/. Jeron Hayes, NSA South Potomac Public Affairs, contributed to this report.
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