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Belvoir Warrior Transition Brigade Be present. Live Soldier today. leader delivers message of hope flourishes at DoD Soldier, Warrior Games during Suicide Prevention program
cause your arms are not your legs By Mary Therese Griffin e-mails, we communicate by sitting down By Margaret Steele Army Warrior Care and Transition –it’s all arms and upper body. I’m with someone for a limited conversation. Belvoir Eagle pretty much from the chest “It’s not just about words, commuetired Col. gt. Greg Gadson, a former up. It’s hard, but once I but got fitted in 1st Class Jay Martin, a nication on so many levels. A real converFort Belvoir garrison commander, the bike, I realized I have to get in trumpet player in the Army’s sation gives you a chance to put your arms returned toOld his former station, Guardduty Fife and Drum there and keep going, because pracaroundtice someone, their hands and faces makes see perfect,” said Martin. last week, toCorps, talk about being present and never openly admits he was and hearHe their voices and inflection,” he won a bronze medal for his resilient, in really honor athletic. of Suicide Prevention “I was not athletic said. “We thrive on communication. We classification in hand cycling for Month. until my mid-forties and I started to nourish ourselves as we connect Gadson, racing garrison commander from itneed BMX bicycles, believe or Team Army at this year’s Departand deal with challenges that all of ment of the Defense Warrior Games 2012-2014, said occasion was a chance not,”the said Martin. us have. Gadson added that one person’s in Tampa. Martin knew about the to reconnect with familiar which he unBiking wasfaces, his new hobby games before his accident but now kind gesture or interest in someone’s wellcalled honoring and very humbling. He at an til an accident Jan. 6, 2018, could participate. being realized can be a he turning point in theHe lifeexof said everyone has to be park. on guard for suiindoor bike Martin knew im- plains why he believes the Warrior someone in despair. cide prevention 365 days year, because mediately onaimpact that his legs Games are important. it’s a problem, year were notround. going to be the same. After “Just like sports are important “Suicide is the 10th surgery leading cause of Presence immediate he learned he for kids with developing personality death in ourwould nation, which very conGadson urged audience tofor be never walkisagain. and growth, sports atmembers this point U.S Army photo by PFC Dominique Dixon cerning, because it doesn’t need hap- present. “You or cannot drag theindividuinvisible As he transitionedtothrough the injured handicapped Sgt. 1st Class Jay Martin participates in the cycling event June 23 in pen,” said. “AsTransition a society, we have anchor through your. .life, Battalion at alsofisyesterday the same kind of thing . it Tampa, during the 2019 Department of Defense Warrior Games, an GadsonWarrior to look at ourselves and ask: why are peolamenting and complaining about you adaptive sports competition for wounded, ill and injured Service mem- Fort Belvoir, he decided not to give shapes development and helpswhat ple giving up, is there a used lack it of in hope happened to you, because nobody here can upwhy on biking and his adapbers and veterans. Approximately 300 athletes representing teams and support, and, quite honestly, why, change that,” he said. “And, we can’t live tive reconditioning. from U.S. and Allied military forces compete in a variety of athletic See Warrior Games, page A5 amongst us, are we allowing to our competitions. “Hand cyclingsomeone is different, be- lives looking over the horizon, thinkslip through,” he asked. ing about some day. “Put all of your energy into today,” he Labeled as people said. “That’s what resiliency is about. It’s “We like to put labels on everybody, like about being your best and living up to be Generation X, Millennials, baby boomers. the best you can be, every day. You cannot But, why not resist labels? At the end of do that, if you are not present.” NCOs working with each of the military Credentialing, along with bachelor’s degrees to senior the day, we’re all people,” he said. who attended the Sergeants Ma- centers of excellence to provide “We’re all human beings. We all need The Profession of Arms changes to promotion jor Academy at Fort Bliss, Texas. technical skill training equitable to love. We all have tough times. It doesn’t Gadson then detailed the day in May provide academic skills. boards, helps ensure the Dailey said the Army willmatter the label society puts on ourselves, 2007, when he was wounded by an IED, as Soldiers with some college credit or “We thought we need to build on we are fundamentally human beings, with he was returning from a memorial service best are promoted and Photocredentialing by Paul Lara professional for each that more, because 60 percent of the a need for connection, to be needed, loved for two Soldiers. level of NCO training. Army is combat arms, so what tanRetired Col. Greg Gadsen speaks to a full house at Thurman retained and depended on,” Gadson said. “The expectation is we give some- gible technical skills do they leave“Those mens’ lives really stung and Auditorium on Suicide Prevention and Awareness Day. Gadsen, He suggested that, instead of texts and stuck with me. I honestly couldn’t shake a former Fort Belvoir Garrison commander, shared thing back his for struggles that service,” Dailey with?” he said. By Joe Lacdan after legs to an IED in Iraq, and it’s Association vital to ac- of the U.S. saidsaid at an Armylosing Newsboth Service See A4, Suicide Prevention knowledge people around us and ask how they’re doing. in Washington, Skilled labor required Army breakfast Photo by Luc Dunn, AUSA Dailey cited that 80 percent of he Army could add to its D.C. “Not just be able to say that Sgt. Maj. of the Army Daniel record retention numbers by you served and sacrificed, but (get- American jobs require skilled labor, Dailey speaks about retention providing more incentive for ting) tangible results. That’s what and that Soldiers can become pro- and academic credentialing at the Soldiers to stay on duty, the ser- we owe to the American people–is a ductive members of the work force AUSA Institute of Land Warfare better product, to be more produc- after leaving the Army. vice’s top enlisted leader said. breakfast in Arlington, June 26. “There is a great opportunity The Army has been testing a pilot tive in their hometowns.” Dailey said the Army has been for many of our Soldiers to fulfill late those to civilian-sector skills, program for academic credentialing at Fort Hood, Texas, and plans to working out the finer points of the the ranks of those skilled labor re- which we had not done.” extend the program to several ma- program to ensure higher quality quirements in our hometowns of Last year, with the help of Conjor installations by the end of 2019, training for Service members and America, and they have the tangible gress and the Army Continuing said Sgt. Maj. of the Army Daniel deciding how agencies will get pay- skills,” Dailey said. “We just need to Education System, the Army creDailey. The Army plans to spread ment. The program will also be make it official. ated the credentialing assistance “We saw the opportunity to be the program to all installations in available to National Guard and Army Reserve members. able to capitalize on the great skills fiscal year 2020. See Credentialing, page A8 Dailey said the Army has been our Soldiers have now, and transRecently, the Army provided 110
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n my column two months ago, I committed to remain personally involved in improving housing conditions on Army installations, Gen. Gustave F. Perna Army Materiel Command and ensuring safe and secure housing for our residents. While the summer months taught us important lessons about surging our efforts during peak PCS season, I am encouraged about the direction we are moving. We still have much work to do to gain back the trust and confidence of our Soldiers and their families, and rest assured - this is an enduring priority for me and our Army senior leaders. We are in this for the long haul. In July, we received the results of the privatized and Army-owned housing survey. More than 25,000 residents provided input that gave the Army tremendous insight into housing experiences, both positive and negative. Installation leadership cares, and they are reviewing your feedback and forming strategies to address your concerns. I will closely monitor progress and will hold Garrison Commanders accountable to improving our support. I have also been given the responsibility to manage incentive fees awarded to privatized housing providers, which will allow another layer of accountability. I will meticulously review incentive fee decisions for each and every installation. I am listening to residents’ concerns, and my review and decision on incentive fee awards will reflect the experience of our Soldiers and their families at the installation level. To that end, communication continues to underpin all of our efforts. We need to hear from you to know and understand what is going right and wrong. I encourage you to communicate through your Chain of Command and Army Housing Office. We will also continue quarterly town halls with your installation leaders as a forum for feedback. Bring us your issues, as well as your success stories. We remain steadfast in holding ourselves and privatized housing companies accountable to provide safe and secure housing on our installations.
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Caring for one another
“When someone takes their life, that’s a failure on us, as it’s us not taking care of each other,” he said. “We’re all guilty of not asking that how people are doing, or if they’re alright. We find ways not to connect, instead of finding ways to connect.” Gadson asked the audience members to promise to engage with someone they’ve never engaged with; say ‘hello’ or greet somebody; tell somebody you love or care about them. “Take the overt step of taking care of each other. That’s what this Army and the military is all about ….taking Photo by Paul Lara care of each other. When you can’t Audience members hug each other during Suicide Awareness Day in The future take care of each other, you don’t Thurman Auditorium, Sept. 19. Retired Col. Greg Gadsen wanted everyone talk, you don’t engage with each Gadson admitted that shortly af- to know the power even a brief acknowledgment can provide to a stranger. other. ter the explosion, he couldn’t see a As small as the world is, there’s future. “I remember a weekend of breaking down with my family, pushsomething missing, as we’re not connecting with each other, Gadson said, ing them family away, balled up in a corner, just not wanting to live,” he as he also asked audience members to hug someone in the audience they said. “But, for nearly two days that I cried, through all these tears, there don’t know. “We have one life to live, this journey is temporary,” Gadson was this voice … something inside of me that just wouldn’t let me quit. said. “Every day is precious, important and a gift, so make the most of that “That’s when I rededicated myself to not worrying about tomorrow, gift. Be your best and stay present.” because I don’t even know what tomorrow’s supposed to look like, for me. Let me just stay in the moment. My legs aren’t gonna grow back. So, I We can all help prevent suicide. The Crisis Line provides 24/7, free and might as well not look back,” he said. “Let me be the best today and I’ll confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources deal with tomorrow ... that’s how I define our resilience.” for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. If you or someone you know needs help:
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Honoring the loved ones left behind Nation pauses Sunday in recognition of Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day Source: U.S. Army and Military One Source
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to the military community remain old Star Families – spouses, strong. The Army recognizes that children, parents, siblings no one has given more for the naor others whose loved one tion than the families of the fallen. died in service to our nation – are Today, the nation recognizes a vital part of the nation’s military the sacrifice that all Gold Star community and history. Family members make when a faHow did the term gold star origither, mother, brother, sister, son, nate? During World War I families daughter, or other loved one dies displayed small banners with a in service to the nation. Gold Star blue star for every immediate famMother’s and Family’s Day is the ily member serving in the armed last Sunday of September and Gold forces. If their service member died Star Spouses Day is April 5. The in service, the family replaced the strength of our nation is our Army. blue star with a gold star. The gold The strength of our Army is our star let the community know that Soldiers. The strength of our Soltheir service member died or was Photo by Sean Kief diers is our Families. killed while serving their country. Army noncommissioned officers unveil the new Legacy Forest Gold Star MeTo learn more about resources The United States began observmorial, May 19, at Aberdeen Proving Ground. and benefits available to gold star ing Gold Star Mother’s Day on the survivors, visit www.militaryonelast Sunday of September, in 1936. The Gold Star Wives was formed before the end of World War II. The Gold source.mil and download the booklet, “A Survivor’s Guide to Benefits: Taking Care of Our Families”. Star Lapel Button was established in August 1947. For local support, contact Fort Belvoir Army Community Services, These lapel buttons are a symbol of the nation’s appreciation of a service member’s sacrifice to country and service, allowing us to honor and 571-231-7001. ACS manages the Army Survivor Outreach Services. As the Army’s official program, SOS embraces and reassures survivors that recognize the families of these brave men and women. Even though Gold Star Families have experienced a great loss, their ties they are continually linked to the Army family for as long as they desire.
Hispanics, essential to the nation’s blueprint
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Dr. Jorge Grandela, highlights the influence Hispanics have had in the military and in U.S. culture during Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations at the Community Center, Sept. 18. By Margaret Steele Belvoir Eagle
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he community gathered last week for an observance recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month. Even in his invocation, chaplain Maj. Luis Garayua III from Woodlawn Chapel gave thanks by saying, “We are in a diverse world of many languages, cultures and traditions that enable us all to respect and learn from our neighbors who may be different than us, physically, culturally, politically and spiritually. “Guide us to be more understanding people …
with liberty and justice for all,” Garayua prayed. Dr. Jorge Grandela, Belvoir’s employee assistance coordinator, was guest speaker. He works with the Army’s Substance Abuse Program on Belvoir, to educate and train the population on substance abuse prevention treatment and services available to them. Grandela discussed the lengthy and vast impact of Hispanics on our culture. “Here, in America, diversity has always been one of our nation’s greatest strengths and we, Hispanic Americans, have long played a significant role in America’s rich culture,” he said. Latinos’ contributions to this country started in 1775, during the Revolutionary War, Grandela said. “There are Hispanic names on the Vietnam FAST FACTS n In 2015, a third of the agricultural workers and a quarter of the construction field were Hispanic
Wall, and we’ve served in Afghanistan, Iraq and Desert Storm and Desert Shield,” he said. “We are proud to call ourselves Americans.” Grandela also highlighted significant Latinos in the fields of health care, inventions, art and architecture, music, acting, writing, sports and politics. He also suggested to those of Hispanic descent that Hispanic Heritage Month is a time for Latinos to honor those who set the stage for them. “Mama. Papi. Abuelo. Abuela. They all worked so hard, many in the fields, but insisted we go to school and get educated. “Education. No one can take that away from you,” Grandela added. “We Americans are unique, in the sense we’re a melting pot. We appreciate that, when we accept each other, it makes a world of difference.”
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Members of Grupo Quimbao Latin Band perform during Belvoir’s Hispanic Heritage Month celebration, Sept. 18 at the Community Center.
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DTRA dominates in softball, remains perfect Defense Threat Reduction Agency makes Aerospace Data Facility-East latest victim By Rick Musselman Sports Editor Despite sweltering heat, humidity and approaching thunderstorms, undefeated Defense Threat Reduction Agency kept bats con-
necting and runners rounding the bags through four innings, to trounce Aerospace Data FacilityEast, 15-0, in a late-season, intramural softball matchup, July 2 at Graves Field. DTRA, one of the ablest softball squads in Belvoir’s intramurals league, claiming more championship titles, and Commander’s Cup trophies than any other unit on the installation came to Graves Field with a roster full of veteran athletes Photos by Rick Musselman
1st CIG’s Mark Anderson competes in the 200-yard freestyle event during the FY19 intramural swim meet, Sept. 19 at Benyaurd Pool.
DTRA dominates the lanes, claims swim title
By Rick Musselman Belvoir Eagle rue to historic form, Defense Threat Reduction Agency’s male and female swimmers turned in excellent performances across the spectrum of events to best 1st Capabilities Integration Group by more than 400 combined points, Sept. 19 at Benyaurd Indoor Pool. The sweeping victory enabled the unit to claim the FY19 intramural swim meet title—it’s 13th in as many years. Nearly 200 athletes and spectators crowded the Benyaurd facility to witness the showdown—which included individual medley, freestyle, breast stroke, back stroke, butterfly and relay events—and cheer their fellow Service members and civilian athletes. The DTRA squad turned in an astounding 1,018 points, one of the highest numbers in the history of the event. For more information about Fort Belvoir’s intramural sports program and the annual Commander’s Cup title race, call Justin Fitzgerald, league coordinator and sports facility manager, at 703-806-5093. Athletes can also contact their respective unit representative for sign-up information and scheduling details. Find more photos on Flickr on the Fort Belvoir homepage.
Belvoir athletes leave the starting blocks of the men’s 100-yard freestyle event during the FY19 intramural swim meet, Sept. 19 at Benyaurd Pool.
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DTRA’s Ally Arts competes in the 100-yard Individual Medley event during the FY19 intramural swim meet, Sept. 19 at Benyaurd Pool.
ADF-E shortstop, Mike Zelinsky, scoops up a blistering grounder during a softball matchup with DTRA, July 2 at Graves Field. and wasted no time unleashing a massive onslaught from the batter’s box. In customary form, the team matched its offensive fortunes with stellar play in the infield and out in the grass to remain at the top of the FY19 rankings with the 15-0 blowout.
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For information about Fort Belvoir’s intramural sports program and the annual Commander’s Cup 4th Place U.S. Army Legal Services Agency 410 points title race, call Justin Fitzgerald, The single-elimination champi- league coordinator and sports facil5th Place Defense Logistics Agency 203 points Photos by Rick Musselman onship is scheduled ity manager, 703-806-5093. Members oftournament the DTRA team pose withto the championship trophy after Athletes DTRA second baseman, Rich Goad, drills one up the middle for a base winning the FY19 intramural swim meet—its 13th title in as many years— begin today, starting at 6 p.m. at can also contact their unit represenhit 6th during his team’s late-season intramural softball matchup against Place Office of the Chief Army Reserve 60 points Sept. 19 at Field. Benyaurd Pool. ADF-E, July 2 at Graves Field. Graves tative to sign up and get schedules.
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Belvoir Soldier Army strong on rugby field went into the Reserves and got to play rugby at the highest level in college.” In high school, Worth ran track and played football. For Worth, playing rugby for the Army has multiple rewards. “It’s really sweet to be able to represent the Army in any function outside the normal boundaries of duty,” he said. “I love playing for my fellow teammates. So, the fact there is a professional team in D.C., and that I’ve been able to play with them is amazing. I hope to continue to bring success to the D.C. area for my teammates and the rugby community.”
Focus and dedication leads to success
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Belvoir Soldier Sgt. Dacoda Worth moves in for the take down during the Army vs Coast Guard game at the U.S. Armed Forces Rugby Sevens Tournament. The Army beat the Air Force 33-5 in the Armed Forces Championship finals. By Rick Musselman Belvoir Eagle
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Belvoir Soldier has found a way to combine military service with top-level athleticism, as a dedicated competitor in a sport often overlooked in the mainstream media. Sgt. Dacoda Worth, an open-source researcher with 1st Battalion, Army 1st Information Operations Command, recently returned from the Rugby Town Sevens tournament, Aug. 24 in Glendale, Colo., where the men’s All-Army Rugby Sevens team won its seventh straight U.S. Armed Forces championship title, with a 33-5 victory over Team Air Force. The Soldier-athletes defeated the Navy, the Marines, the Air Force and the Coast Guard, advancing them to the championship game where they won gold over Air Force. The team was composed of Soldiers from all over the country, including Soldierathletes in the Army’s World Class Athlete Program.
Dedication, integrity, leadership Worth, who moved to Belvoir from Indianapolis in February, has played with Team Army for the last three years. He’s played professionally with the Washington, D.C. team, Old GloryDC, and attributes Army’s string of victories to the quality of the players. “The tournament, as a whole, brings talent from across the world, guys that are Olympic medalists to aspiring athletes,” Worth said. “Pool play consists of (matchups between) all the other armed forces branches. The winner of that pool plays the highest level of competition. We have won the plate (5th place) the past two years. It’s a really awesome accom-
plishment. The Army Rugby Team has nothing but the best men who have great character, devoted integrity and leadership, with two goals in mind … to become a brotherhood and to win games.” Worth added his team was led by athletes in the elite World Class Athlete Program, Capt. Will Holder and Spc. Cody Melphy.
Rugby and community Worth started playing rugby six years ago. “I started playing rugby at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, in 2013 with the base team,” he said. “It was a way to build the community of athletes on post. I was attracted to it, due to its physical nature and the need to play collectively. I also played rugby in college, (from 2014-2018 at Indiana University) and that’s when I really started to understand how to play. I am prior service,
Worth believes that the key to achievement is simply effort and an unflagging dedication to teamwork. “Get involved as soon as possible. Don’t wait and don’t make excuses,” he said. “There are local clubs around every base. Nova Rugby is the club I play for when I am not playing with the Army or OGDC (Old Glory DC). The skill level varies from beginner to expert. You don’t have to be the best. It’s all about being a part of the team. Have a team-first mindset and the rest comes easy. Also, don’t drop the ball!” Worth plans to stay focused on his development as a rugby player in the future. “I will continue to learn and understand the way of the game; I want to keep playing at the highest level,” he said. “And, I’ll work to not plateau. Maybe when I can’t play anymore I will look into coaching or maybe even assist in bringing a MLR (Major League Rugby) team to Indianapolis.” For more information about Army rugby, visit https://armedforcessports.defense.gov/Sports/ Rugby. To learn about athletics opportunities at Belvoir, visit https://belvoir.armymwr.com/categories/sports-and-fitness.
Got Game? Belvoir looking for elite hoopsters By Rick Musselman Sports Editor
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ith a new Washington Area Military Athletics Conference basketball season around the corner, Belvoir athletes will get a chance to showcase their skills and aim at securing slots on the installation’s elite Eagles team rosters, during official tryouts, from Monday to Oct. 10 at Photo by Rick Musselman Wells Field House. The Fort Belvoir Eagles men’s Belvoir Eagles forward, Ed Drew, and women’s basketball teams drives inside for a score during a are perennial contenders in the WAMAC matchup against JBAB at Graves Fitness Center. Tryouts for this WAMAC and fields some of the year’s squad run Monday to Oct. 10 at area’s finest athletes each year. Wells Field House. League coordinators are planning
the upcoming season and coaches will have their eyes open during tryout sessions for the best talent to represent the post in the league. WAMAC is the official athletics organization for Service members and civilians representing several area military installations from every service branch. The Fort Belvoir basketball teams — the Eagles and the Lady Eagles — compete annually in matchups played on weekends throughout the winter. For more information, call Coach Herb Marshall (men’s team) at 703-798-0842; Coach Sherman Sherin at 703-806-0801; or Justin Fitzgerald, intramural sports coordinator, at 703-806-5093.
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The BE STRONG Glow Run 5K takes place Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. at Wells Field House. BE STRONG national event focused on promoting healthy lifestyles for people of all ages. Register online at belvoir. armymwr.com. Free for all children 17 and under. There’s a $10 registration fee for all others. For more, call 703-805-1488.
Breast Cancer Awareness 5K
MWR and Fort Belvoir Community Hospital hosts the 7th annual 5K run/walk, Oct. 19, 8:30 a.m., on the main hospital campus at the Oaks Pavilion entrance. To register, visit www.raceentry.com/races/mwr-fbchbreast-cancer-awareness-5k/2019/register. For more, call 703-805-4430.
2019 Youth Sports – Enrollment Open Youth outh Sports and Fitness offers year-round sports for children, ages 3-17. Registration can be completed online on WebTrac or at Parent Central Services. To use WebTrac, the child must be registered with Parent Central Services. For more, call Youth Sports and Fitness at 703-805-9138.
The Turkey Trot 5K/10K will be held on Nov. 16. The race will start at 9 a.m. and conclude with an awards ceremony at approximately 10:30 a.m. The race will start and end at 14th Street and Middleton Road. Register online at belvoir.armymwr.com or in person at Graves Fitness Center or the Body Shop. The cost is $25 in advance and $35 on the day of the run. Call Graves Fitness Center at 703-806-5368 for more information.
Readiness Program Fitness Classes
Sports and Fitness offers free weekly fitness classes, including Functional Fitness, C.O.R.E, Body Sculpt, Zumba, cross fit, ChakaBoom, indoor cycle, yoga and Turbo Tabata. Go to Belvoir.armymwr.com for info about classes and times, or call 703-806-5093.
Cosmic Bowling
Fridays, 9 p.m.-midnight and Saturdays, 1 p.m. midnight at the Bowling Center, located at 5975 Middleton Road, Bldg. 1199. Cosmic Bowling is out-of-this-world entertain entertainment featuring music videos and awesome effects lighting in an
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Get Golf Ready Beginner Clinics The Fort Belvoir Golf Club offers beginner’s golf clinics with multiple start dates to better fit your schedule. The golf clinic is $100 for 5 lessons of instruction, which covers putting, chipping, pitching, full swing and etiquette. For more info and class dates, call 703-806-5878.
Adult recreational volleyball Eligible people, 18 and older, are invited to play adult recreational volleyball Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and Sunday, 2-5 p.m., at Wells Field House. For more, email Ron Valentine, ron.valentine@dau.mil; T.J. Dierks, timothy.dierks@DTRA.mil; or Cliff Fouts, CrFouts26k@aol.com.
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ort Belvoir’s Family Advocacy Program invites community members to join its staff and Garrison leaders at the Domestic Violence Prevention Proclamation signing ceremony to begin the installation’s month-long effort to raise awareness of this problem. The event is 1 p.m. Tuesday at Army Community Service, 5965 6th Street, Bldg. 1263, and will include remarks by Garrison representatives; Taneshia Gray, Fort Belvoir FAP victim advocate and intervention specialist; and Angela Yeboah, Domestic Violence Action Center Manager at Fairfax County, Department of Family Services, Domestic and Sexual Violence Services. “We kick off the month of October by providing information on domestic violence, the importance of Domestic Violence Awareness Month and inviting the Garrison commander to sign the proclamation to end Domestic Violence in the Fort Belvoir community,” Gray said. “This year, we invited a community partner, Ms. Angela Yeboah, from the Domestic Violence Action Center to also come out and speak, as well as highlight the services Fairfax County has to offer our military Families as well.” Domestic Violence Awareness Month brings attention to an issue that undermines the Army Values. The Army emphasizes that domestic violence is never “OK” and highlights resources that help Families develop life skills, maintain positive relationships and encourage help-seeking behavior. For more information, email taneshia.j.gray.civ@mail.mil or call 571-231-7016.
Belvoir brings Be Strong Tour to life at this year’s Oktoberfest
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ort Belvoir will bring the Army’s newest healthy lifestyle initiative, the Healthy Army Communities “Be Strong Tour” to this year’s annual Oktoberfest, which attracts thousands of people from the National Capital Region. Through healthier options, innovative initiatives and active living, the Healthy Army Communities initiative, works with Army leadership and community partners to encourage a culture of healthy living, lifestyle and better healthier choices for the total Army community. This includes active-duty service members, reservists, families, civilians and retirees. “Healthy Army Communities is our commitment to help everyone live healthier lives,” said Col. Michael Greenberg, Fort Belvoir garrison commander. “We’re proud to welcome the Be Strong Tour to our community and look for-
ward to a fun-filled event.” As part of their Army-wide effort to change the culture and reshape military communities, Healthy Army Communities partnered with Army FMWR to launch the BE STRONG Tour, a two-day event focused on promoting healthy lifestyles for people of all ages. The Be Strong Tour will feature the BE STRONG Healthy Cooking Challenge with celebrity chefs, Alpha Warrior Obstacle Course featuring celebrity demonstrations and competitions, community fun run, and musical and comedic entertainment. The 23rd annual Fort Belvoir Belvoir’s Oktoberfest is free and open to the public. Each day features traditional polka music, tasty German foods and beverages, carnival rides for young and old, pony rides and more. ATM machines will be available on site; credit cards will be accepted for beer and wine purchases.
Oktoberfest includes a traditional German Volksmarch, which is an 11- kilometer walk along a historic wildlife path. The walk starts at 10 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday. The event opens at 6 p.m., Oct. 3. The official keg tapping ceremony is Friday, Oct. 4 at 6 p.m., with German and American dignitaries and festival sponsors. Carnival hours are 6 to 10 p.m. on Oct. 3; 4 to 11 p.m. Oct. 4; noon to 11 p.m. on Oct. 5; and noon to 8 p.m. on Oct. 6. Sunday, Oct. 6, is also Military Appreciation Day. Reduced price carnival wristbands for active duty and immediate family members will be available on this day. For more, visit www.belvoir.armymwr.com.
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Wright replica brings museum to new heights U.S. Army’s early interest in manned flight changed the world
tor. “The 1908 Wright Flyer Model A is an exciting example of the Army’s ingenuity and innovation that began with a military purpose and became part of everyday life.” By Paul Lara “The Army recogBelvoir Eagle nized the potential of manned flight from n 1903, the news sent shockwaves a military perspecaround the world – two brothers tive and beyond the had successfully flown a heaviernovelty,” said Paul than-air machine and were able to Morando, museum control its movement. The U.S. Army chief of exhibits. “The was already capitalizing on dirigiWright Brothers not bles – lighter than air blimps – and only responded to this knew the value an aerial perspective challenge, they exbrought to battlefield coordination. Photo by U.S. Army So, the Army challenged inventors to The 1908 Wright Model A Flyer reproduction is moved to its space in the National Museum ceeded the Army’s expectations,” he added. provide an aircraft that could carry of the U.S. Army, July 30. The Wright Flyer two people (a pilot and observer), fly after the crash and trials resumed at Fort Myer will be used as part of the museum’s educational 40 miles an hour, and remain airin 1909. Orville completed a pair of flights that programs to illustrate the Army’s long-standing borne for an hour. Answering the call, Orville and Wilbur exceeded the War Department’s endurance and role in innovation and its continued strides in Wright brought their aircraft to Fort Myer in speed requirements and the Army agreed to buy the fields of geography, science, technology, engineering and mathematics. September 1908, for a test flight, hoping to its first military aircraft for $30,000. The National Museum of the United States An exact reproduction of the Flyer will be the secure an Army contract. Orville flew several centerpiece in the National Museum of the U.S. Army will celebrate over 240 years of Army histest flights with an observer and, in nine days, Army’s Army and Society Gallery when it opens tory and honor our nation’s Soldiers – past, presset world records for speed, altitude and duraent, and future – regular Army, Army Reserves, June 4. tion. But, on Sept. 17, the machine crashed, “The Museum’s Army and Society Gallery will and the Army National Guard. Upon its complesparing Orville, but killing 1st Lt. Thomas show visitors how the Army has served the na- tion, the National Museum of the United States Selfridge. Selfridge was the first American Sol- tion in other ways outside of combat through cul- Army will stand as the crowning achievement of dier to lose his life in an air mishap. tural, educational, technological advancements a historical preservation effort nearly as old as The Wright Model A Flyer was re-designed and more,” said Tammy Call, museum direc- the Army itself.
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Looking for a phone number to a DoD facility on Fort Belvoir or other bases and posts in the National Capital Region? Call the NCR Operator at 703-545-6700.
Teen Activity Night
Join the library this Saturday for Teen Activity Night. The group will talk about books, play games, make crafts and much more. This event is open to grades 7-12. It is free and does not require registration. For more, call 703-805-4244.
Parents’ Night Out
Child and Youth Services offers childcare for an affordable price of $25 per child, so parents can enjoy Parents’ Night Out. The next date is Oct. 12, from 5-10 p.m. For more, call Parent Central Services at 703805-5555.
Wine Tasting Trips
The Community Center sponsors Wine Tasting Trips visiting three of Virginia’s finest vineyards: Pearmud Cellars, Barrel Oak Winery, and the Winery at Bull Run. The last trip is Oct. 12, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., and trip costs $50 per person. For eligibility and more, call 703-805-3714.
The Art of Marriage
Come join us for a 6-week marriage enrichment small group study, The Art
of Marriage, Sundays from Oct. 13-Nov. 17, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Woodlawn Chapel. Childcare (up to age 11), dinner, and study materials are provided for free. Register now with a text to Keith Morgan at 703785-9333.
After the Storm
This free two-part workshop helps couples who have experienced, or are currently experiencing, infidelity in their relationship learn how to find closure or how to heal in their relationship. Series 1: Oct 17 and 23. Eligible participants include active duty, retirees, their families, and DoD Civilians. Register by calling 571-231-7018.
Play Mornings with Army Community Service
Play mornings are on select Friday mornings, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., at Specker Field House, giving youth, from toddler to 5 years old, the opportunity to play in a fun and structured learning environment. No registration is required. To view Play Morning dates, visit belvoir.armymwr. com. For more, call 703-805-2693.
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The historic Thermo-Con House is a prototype constructed in 1949 and represents Fort Belvoir’s best extant example of the International Style. The house features
2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a studio kitchen with many kitchen essentials. For more, call Outdoor Recreation at 703-8053081.
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The Body Shop is accessible to registered Fort Belvoir community members 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Patrons can register their CAC card at the Body Shop from 5:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Friday, or 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday - Sunday. For more, call 703-806-3100.
New York City Day Trips
Leisure Travel Services provides day trips to New York City, Nov. 16 and Dec. 14. Patrons are guaranteed six hours of free time on the ground to tour the “Big Apple.” The cost is $60 per person and reservations are required. For more, call 703-805-3714.
Fort Belvoir ES Parent Coffees Parents You’re Invited!
FBES in partnership with ACS and Fort Belvoir Community Hospital invite parents to attend their monthly parent coffee learning sessions every 2nd Friday from 9 10:30 a.m. The first half hour is for coffee/ networking with other parents. Presenters will share and answer questions from 9:3010:30. The next session will be held Friday, October 11th, at Fort Belvoir Upper School. For more information contact: 571-9821300/703-781-2700.
Fort Belvoir’s Jewish Congregation has announced the service schedule for the upcoming High Holy Days. All events are at Belvoir Chapel. Rosh Hashanah Sept. 29 (Erev), 7 p.m. Sept. 30 (Day 1), 10 a.m. Children’s Service 11:30 a.m., chapel social hall Tashlich, after services Mincha/Maariv, 7 p.m. Oct. 1 (Day 2), 10 a.m. Oct. 4, 7:30 p.m. Yom Kippur Oct. 8, Kol Nidre, 6:45 p.m. Oct. 9, Yom Kippur, 10 a.m. Mincha/Neilah, 5:45 p.m. Break the Fast, 7:50 p.m.
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