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INSCOM welcomes 15th command sergeant major By Jocelyn Broussard INSCOM The U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Command, INSCOM, welcomed its 15th command sergeant major during a change of responsibility ceremony at Belvoir’s Nolan Building, Sept. 19. Command Sgt. Maj. Eric M. Schmitz assumed the position as the command’s senior NCO from Command Sgt. Maj. Dayron I. Vargas, during the ceremony officiated by Maj. Gen. Christopher S. Ballard, INSCOM commanding general. Ballard welcomed Schmitz to the INSCOM family with words of encouragement and optimism. “We are genuinely excited for you to be joining our ranks and we look forward to working with you to forge INSCOM’s future,” Ballard said. “Command Sergeant Major Schmitz has led at every level and has solidified a stellar reputation as a multi-functional intelligence operator, a disciplined leader who lives the Army values and standards. He is a Soldier’s Soldier. I know he will serve INSCOM well as its most senior noncommissioned officer.” Schmitz returns to INSCOM after serving as G-2 sergeant major for U.S. Army Forces Command, FORSCOM, at Fort Bragg, N.C. He previously held a variety of leadership positions at INSCOM companies and battalions within the 501st, 66th and 513th MI brigades. “I’m truly humbled to stand here today. My first aspirations as a private were to become a staff sergeant, a drill sergeant and a paratrooper. The selection as the 15th command sergeant major for the U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Command is beyond all expectations,” Schmitz said. He thanked Ballard for the opportunity and trust and said he takes the role and the responsibilities inherent in that role seriously. Ballard also expressed his appreciation for Vargas’ many contributions to the command by caring for
its people, both Soldiers and civilians. “You’re leaving INSCOM in some ways better than when you found it,” Ballard said. “We are grateful for your love of Soldiers, your passion for the game, and your easy way of helping those around you see clearly to the heart of the problem and the most common-sense means to solve it. If the Army has a 12th Man … you are it.” Vargas, who is retiring after 32 years of service, was gracious in his remarks. “Over the last two years, it has been my absolute honor leading INSCOM’s Soldiers and civilians. The efforts of the men and women across the entirety of the command have made a mark on the evolution of intelligence for our Army and our nation,” Vargas said. “It has been an absolute honor to serve alongside you and I could not have been more blessed to culminate my 32 years of service as your command sergeant major.”
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From left, Command Sgt. Major Dayron I. Vargas; Maj. Gen. Christopher S. Ballard, INSCOM commanding general; and Command Sgt. Maj. Eric M. Schmitz during INSCOM’s Command Sergeant Major Change of Responsibility Ceremony. Schmitz assumed responsibility as INSCOM’s senior NCO from Vargas at the Nolan Building on Belvoir, Sept. 19.
Taxpayer? Info sessions available Submitted by Legal Assistance The Fort Belvoir Tax Center provides tax information classes for Belvoir community members beginning in October. The classes focus on information the average taxpayer should know about their own tax situation, with a focus on specific issues that are unique to Service members and their families. One issue that has caused questions for many average military families is the Military Spouse Residence Relief Act and how states apply it. Classes will deal with the variety of income that must be reported to the IRS and which income may be exempt from federal or state tax. Questions often asked of the
tax center’s tax preparers include: • Should we file as married filing joint or married filing separately? • Are my uniforms deductible? • What expenses can I use to reduce my taxable income? • Do I have to report the rent I get from my rental property? These and many other questions will be covered. The instruction also details the documentation taxpayers must keep and how long they should keep prior-year tax returns. Classes start early October. People with questions are asked to call Ralph Joyner at Legal Assistance, 703-805-2856. The Tax Center volunteer staff looks forward to meeting everyone and helping them become more informed taxpayers.
Tax volunteers needed The Fort Belvoir Legal Assistance Office needs volunteers to help prepare state and federal income taxes for the January tax season. Volunteers get training and a chance to help out the military community. Monthly training sessions are conducted through December. Interested volunteers are asked to call 703-805-4370.
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MIRC hosts senior leader forum on Belvoir By Adrienne Anderson Staff writer The Military Intelligence Readiness Command hosted a three-day senior leader forum on Belvoir for National Guard and Reserve Soldiers. The forum featured several speakers and culminated in a leadership panel with five major generals who shared their experiences over their military and civilian careers. Each offered their unique experiences and advice to Solders. Whittington explained he knew he’d stay in the Army National Guard for as long as possible after 9/11 happened. Maj. Gen. Marion Garcia realized she missed the military after she was on active duty for six years, got out, pursued higher education at graduate school and a civilian job, so she joined the Army Reserves.
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Despite their decision to stay in the military long-term, while having a civilian career, it wasn’t always easy. Maj. Gen. Brian Alvin said he’d never really balanced the two. “I’ve always loved the Army. This is my passion,” he said. But there were things that could be done to cut down on the demands of military and civilian careers. “I would encourage you to have the right people – and you know who they are – as your spearhead in that unit from day-to-day,” Alvin said, adding that working with your employer is critical. “Communication with your employers is key with them,” he said. Whittington added there are capable Soldiers in the unit to depend on. And, while it’s tough, it is possible to think of doing the impossible. “It’s not easy,” he said, adding that you need to have a clear, predictable timeline for your employer.
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Maj. Gen. Jody Daniels added that what helped her survive military and civilian career balance was deleting email and not saving anything that wasn’t absolutely important or active, to cut down on the amount of information she was getting. Like many in the discussion, she also encouraged others to delegate to NCOs and deputies instead of trying to do everything themselves. Garcia suggested recognizing and accepting the nature of your career. She’s worked as a production veterinarian for major food companies and is the chief veterinary officer for the American Humane Association in Washington, D.C. She worked outside at a job in agriculture and often didn’t have access to her cell phone. As a result, it was hard to reach her, but those who needed to contact her knew her schedule. “We all figure out our own way, and your people need to know what that way is,” she said.
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Former leaders who attended INSCOM’s 40th Anniversary roundtable, with John M. Neal, standing, INSCOM deputy chief of staff and event moderator, are, front, from left, retired Lt. Gen. Mary A. Legere; Command Sgt. Maj. Dayron I. Vargas; retired Maj. Gen. John D. Thomas Jr.; retired Maj. Gen. John DeFreitas III; and, back, from left, retired Maj. Gen. David B. Lacquement; retired Command Sgt. Maj. Sterling T. McCormick; retired Command Sgt. Maj. Joseph Paul; retired Maj. Gen. George J. Franz III; retired Command Sgt. Maj. Terence McConnell; Command Sgt. Maj. Panapa R. Willis; and retired Lt. Gen. John F. Kimmons.
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INSCOM celebrates 40th with past leaders By Jocelyn Broussard INSCOM Public Affairs Eleven former commanding generals and command sergeants major helped celebrate INSCOM’s 40th anniversary at the Nolan Building on Fort Belvoir, Friday. The “roundtable” event was the highlight of INSCOM’s week-long Senior Leaders’ Conference, where INSCOM major subordinate command leaders representing 17,500
Soldiers, civilians and contractors at 180 locations in 45 countries came together for the biannual conference. Participants offered advice and observations to current INSCOM leaders to help guide the command for its next 40 years, and shared their experiences from their time as INSCOM leaders. Maj. Gen. Christopher S. Ballard, INSCOM commanding general, hosted the conference and roundtable.
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Girl Scout’s project helps dogs rehab By Adrienne Anderson Staff writer
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Girl Scout Sarah Skelton explains the specialized therapy gear she constructed for military working dogs to be used at the Fort Belvoir Veterinary Center, Friday.
Seventeen-year-old Sarah Skelton, a high school senior and Juliette Girl Scout, wanted to help dogs who needed rehabilitation after surgery, so she built outdoor rehabilitation equipment for the Fort Belvoir Animal Veterinary Clinic. The equipment was shown off Friday, at the clinic. “I’ve always been connected to animals and, for my bronze and silver award, which is the two projects below the Gold Award, I also worked with animals,” Sarah said. The Gold Award is the Girl Scouts’ highest award. Less than 6 percent of Girl Scouts achieve the award, she said. “I knew there was a need to come and help the service dogs with their rehabilitation. They are service dogs so they are out helping the country just like all of our Soldiers. So, it’s important to help them get back to their healthy selves,” she said. The setup she created helps strengthen the dogs’ core and legs after surgery. The equipment includes stairs, canine cavaletti hurdles, wobble boards and skates. “When Sarah came and approached us about the project, we were really excited,” Maj. James Coisman said. He helped show off how the dogs and staff would use the equipment to help with rehabilitation. Coisman, clinical instructor and surgeon at the clinic, said he was happy to get Sarah’s help at the clinic. The clinic does orthopedic surgery, but didn’t have the equipment to help dogs with their
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Domestic Violence Awareness lunch Monday Garrison Public Affairs The Family Advocacy Program at ACS hosts its Domestic Violence Awareness luncheon at 11 a.m. Monday at the Belvoir Officers’ Club. October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Domestic violence is a national problem and a crime in every state. On Belvoir, the problem disrupts the lives of our Soldiers and family members and military commands’ readiness and doesn’t align with the Army’s core values. Domestic violence remains a significant problem and many victims suffer in silence. National estimates indicate that one in every four women and one in every seven men will experience a serious incident of domestic violence in their lifetime. Battering and abusive behavior is universal and involves victims and offenders across all socio-economic statuses, race, religions, sexual orientations, and military ranks. Throughout the month, the Belvoir FAP and military and civilian partners, offer programs and activities to increase awareness of domestic violence, recognize current and past domestic violence victims, and help families have healthy, non-violent relationships. Wednesdays in October are Wear Purple Wednesday. The color is
used nationally to symbolize awareness of domestic violence and show support for victims and survivors. Purple ribbons can also be used to symbolize zero tolerance for domestic violence. The military edition of The 5 Love Languages is Wednesdays through Nov. 8, from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., at the Family Life Center, Bldg. 1186. This 6-week class is a collaboration between the Family Life Chaplain and ACS’ Family Advocacy Program. Military couples will learn language styles that increase meaningful communication and strengthen marital bonds. Effective Coping Strategies, 1-3 p.m., Oct. 5, ACS. Class participants will examine anger and conflict-resolution skills. Leader training breakfast is 8-10 a.m. Oct. 12 at ACS. This key personnel training, for E-7 and above, counts as mandatory, annual FAP training. A two-hour Self-Defense class, is 6-8 p.m. Oct. 26, ACS. Participants learn self-defense techniques that can be used for protection during violent encounters. For parents and their children 12 and older, with dinner, limited childcare available. For information contact Janice Rand at Family Advocacy, 703-8053980.
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A team hustles through the wire crawl in support of Suicide Prevention Month at Fort Belvoir’s Resilience Obstacle Course Friday.
Suicide Prevention Buddy Challenge Resilience Obstacle Course Photos by Paul Lara “I’ve got your six” is something battle buddies say to each other in the heat of combat, but Fort Belvoir’s Army Suicide Prevention Program Manager Millie Frank wants that ethic extended around the clock. Teams competed Friday morning at the Resilience Obstacle Course to strengthen teamwork and work through problems together. “We want people to work as teams, and, regardless of the obstacle life throws at them, knowing someone has your six can be the lifeline you need.”
Team members navigate hand and foot-holds on the ledge walk as part of Friday’s resilience team program honoring Suicide Prevention Month.
Carrying 50 pounds around granite obstacles as part of Friday’s teamwork commemorating Suicide Prevention Month at Fort Belvoir’s Resilience Obstacle Course.
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Team Beer Pong’s Jonathan Vallejos goes up for the spike against JBLE Team 1, Saturday.
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Joleen Sockbert, left, and Missy Stetson, approach the finish line in last year’s Breast Cancer Awareness 5K run/walk. This year’s event starts at 8 a.m. Oct. 21.
Timeout First, Cousins By Rick Musselman Sports Editor
More than 50 athletes from all over the Military District of Washington – National Capital Region converged on Fort Belvoir’s Wells Field House to compete in the 2017 Coed Volleyball Tournament, Saturday. The MWR-sponsored, one-day event drew players from Joint Base Andrews, Joint Base Langley-Eustis, and several civilian teams from Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C. areas to compete in three, three-set matches following standard U.S. Volleyball Association rules in a double-elimination format. The top six teams advanced to a single-elimination playoff round. Justin Fitzgerald, intramural sports league coordinator and facilities manager, hosted the tournament that ran well into the afternoon. For tournament results, visit http://www.quickscores. com/belvoirmwr. For information about Belvoir’s intramural and recreational volleyball programs, call Justin Fitzgerald, 703-806-5093; or Ron Valentine, 703-805-2912.
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Fort Belvoir Community Hospital will once again supports breast cancer awareness and research by hosting the 5th annual 5K run/walk, Oct. 21 on the main hospital campus. The race begins at 8 a.m. and ends with a presentation. The event, the result of a partnership between the USO Warrior and Family Center and the Belvoir Hospital Oncology Department, recognizes Breast Cancer Awareness Month and increases the community’s knowledge of the disease. Last year, more than 600 runners participated. According to a FBCH press release, the event reminds women of the importance of regular breast health screenings. On average, two to three patients are diagnosed with breast cancer at the hospital each month. When found and treated early, the cure rates for breast cancer are very high, Lt. Col. Andreas Lindenberg, Belvoir Hospital chief on oncology, said last year. Women should begin having annual mammograms at age 40 and women of all ages should do regular self-exams, and address any concerns with their doctor. The 5K is open to all active-duty Soldiers, mobilized/ ADOS. National Guard/Reserve Component Soldiers and DoD civilians. Online registration is available at https:// www.raceentry.com/races/mwr-fbch-breast-cancer-awareness-5k/2017/register, or in person at Graves Fitness Center, the Body Shop, or Kawamura Human Performance Center. The fastest in the following categories will get awards: male; female; wheeled (stroller or wheelchair); child; walker; best dressed (by vote); and participant wearing the most pink (by vote). The event also features face-painters, informational booths and snacks. For information, call 703-806-4892 or visit http://belvoir. armymwr.com/us/belvoir.
I actually had a bit of free time a couple weekends ago, so I decided to sit down and watch a Redskins game from start to finish (of course, checking in with MLB games during “these words from our sponsors”). And, I have to say the announcers’ commentary, pretty much from the opening kickoff through the final play, had a distinctly different feel. Indeed, I believe I heard more analyses, facts, opinions and prognostications about Redskins quarterback, Kirk Cousins, than I did any of the actual plays. Now, I’ve never found much interest in looking into the contractual thing that Cousins and the franchise worked up for the 2017 – 18 season (I figure the big-name sports writers at Sports Illustrated and ESPN can deal with all that). But, the way I understand it, Cousins is playing this year under an unusual sort of agreement, in terms of his salary and his future options. Commentators are forever saying things like “will Cousins decide he’s right for this ball club” or “will this ball club decide it’s right for this quarterback,” etc., ad infinitum. Whatever the nature of his contract is, it must have some profound impacts on the Washington Redskins as a corporate entity, because the entire telecast of the game between the Redskins and the Los Angeles Rams was threaded with notations about how Cousins’ every move is being watched, analyzed and critiqued because of this front-office paperwork. Like most sports fan, the reason I watch games, no matter who it’s between, is simply to be entertained for a few hours. On top of that, I’m interested in other players besides the QB and how they’re growing, perhaps, as a rookie or a veteran coming off IR. In other words, I found the Washington-Los Angeles telecast somewhat of a tedious and unnecessary discussion about how one man’s playercontract has evidently turned the entire league’s salary status quo on its head. I’ll continue to watch Redskins games when I have the time to sit and enjoy them, but I kind of wish the commentators would leave the contract analysis to writers in the finance section of the Washington Post.
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The Belvoir Ninjas take on the Wolves in the 2017 CYS youth soccer fall-league 6-7 year old division season opener, Saturday at Long Parade Field.
The Belvoir Tigers square off against the Cheetahs in the 2017 CYS youth soccer fall-league 4-5 year old division season opener.
The Belvoir Neon Ninjas square off against the Hurricanes in the 10-12 year old division season opener, Saturday at Long Parade Field.
CYS fall soccer season kicks off By Rick Musselman Sports Editor Amid unseasonably warm temperatures, Belvoir’s 2017 CYS fall soccer program started with dynamic, high-scoring matchups across the age divisions, Saturday at Long Parade Field. Athletes took to the field with full-steam determination and applied carefully practiced offensive skills and solid defensive cohesion
in the season’s opening showdowns. The players’ budding athletic ability, focus and commitment, and a strong sense of sportsmanship and mutual respect, promises to give spectators hours of intense play every week on Long Field. The fall season soccer runs through mid-November. For information about the youth soccer program, call Jerry Arrington, 703-805-9139; or Rashawd Pope, 703-805-1257.
The Belvoir Flash face off against the Goal Crushers in the youth soccer fall-league 8-9 year old division season opener.
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Photos by Rick Musselman
JBLE Team 2’s Christina Carter executes a surgical dig for the save during the 2017 Fall Coed Volleyball Tournament match series against Team Joes and Janes, Saturday at Wells Field House.
JBLE Team 2’s Nikolay Chizhikov goes up for the tap during his team’s 2017 Fall Coed Volleyball Tournament match series against Team Joes and Janes, Saturday at Wells Field House.
Joint Base Andrews’ Natalee Rutkowski delivers the serve, Saturday.
JBLE Team 1’s Jerome Van Zandt goes up for the spike at Wells Field House.
JBLE Team 1’s Sam Allen executes a spot-on set during her team’s volleyball match series against Team Beer Pong.
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Belvoir Golf Club hosts Member-Guest tournament By Rick Musselman Sports Editor
Photos by Paul Lara
Earl Shaw drives toward the hole during the Fort Belvoir Golf Club’s annual MemberGuest tournament.
Susan Smith, left, chips the ball onto the 16th green, Saturday.
Amid unseasonably warm temperatures, community members hit the fairways and greens of the Belvoir Golf Club to compete in the annual Member-Guest Golf Tournament, Saturday and Sunday. Golfers squared off in the two-person team event over 36 holes—18 holes on the Gunston Course, Saturday; and 18 holes on the Woodlawn Course, Sunday. Saturday’s tournament followed a two-person scramble format. The Member-Guest Tournament champion (overall winner) was the 36-hole lownet team score of the field. The 36-hole low gross team score was awarded the same prize value as was awarded to the Member-Guest champion. Gross and net prizes for both formats were awarded at the end of the tournament. A “closest to the hole” contest gave competitors a chance to win prizes on all par-3 holes throughout the event and a hole-in-one competition was held throughout
Jack Rice executes a short-range putt during the Belvoir Golf Club’s annual Member-Guest tournament.
tournament play. Final results will be published in the Belvoir Eagle as soon as final scores are tallied. For information about the Fort Belvoir Golf Club, call 703-806-5878.
Tournament Results Champions David Kuhms Tom Mahlik Low Gross Mike Lauler Robin Husson 2nd Net Ken Ward Ronald Ward 3rd Net Steve Bantle Dave Smith
Gloria Orr chips the ball onto the 15th green during the Member-Guest golf tournament.
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Ladies Golf Association of Fort Belvoir Weekly Results Ace Day Tournament – Gunston Course - Sept. 12 Ace of the Month
Sue Nelson
69
First flight – White tees – 10 players 1st place
Kim Kohler
64
2nd place
Jasmine Huh
69
3rd place
Carol Mills
70
4th place
Oksan Hite
71
Second flight –White tees – 2 players 1st place
Gloria Orr
70
Third flight – White tees – 8 players 1st place
Nittaya Carryer
69
2nd place
Kathy Mitchell
70
3rd place
Shirley Thorne
72
Fourth flight – Red tees – 4 players File photo by Rick Musselman Arellia Fuentez, 13, charges toward the finish line of 2016 FBCH Breast Cancer Awareness 5K run/walk. This year’s event starts at 8 a.m. Oct. 21.
1st place
Joyce Palaschak
70
2nd place
Helene McInnis
73
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In other ladies golf news, eight LGAFB ladies competed in the 56th Annual Women’s Military Dependents’ Championship Golf Tournament hosted by the Links at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Ala. After three consecutive days of golfing, Anne Mills won 2nd low net in the first flight and Margie Hundelt won 2nd low net in the fourth flight. Next year, this tournament will be at Joint Base Lewis McChord, Wash., in July. Twelve LGAFB ladies competed in a Two Lady Team Tournament at Mount Vernon Country Club, Sept.14. The team of Marie Anderson and Oksan Hite won 1st low gross. For information about the LGAFB, email Carol Lucke at suprmom514@ aol.com.
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played Wednesdays, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. in Wells, 1810 Goethals Road. All skill levels welcome. This program runs through September, or longer, depending on popularity. For more information call 703-806-5093.
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Barracudas youth basketball tryouts Coaches will conduct tryouts for the Barracudas youth basketball teams Monday – Oct. 6, and Oct. 10 – 13, 6 – 7:30 p.m. at Specker Field House. The program is open to all military and DoD civilian dependents in 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th grades. For more information call Jerry Arrington, CYS sports and fitness director, at 703-806-9139 or Herb Marshall, league commissioner, at 703-798-0842.
Associate passes now available at the Golf Club Fort Belvoir Golf Club offers the opportunity to become affiliated with the “Flagship Golf Facility” of the United States Army through the Associate Pass Holder program. It is a great way to get many of the benefits of being a member of a golf club, without the upfront costs involved. The annual fee of $120 includes no initiation fees, no food and beverage minimums, annual gate pass, priority tee times and participation in member events. For more information, call the Golf Club at 703-8065878.
Intramural Swimming Championship – New Date Benyaurd Indoor Swimming Pool will host the 2017 Intramural Swimming Championship, Oct. 5 at 5 p.m. at Benyaurd Pool. The entry deadline is Sept. 29 at 5 p.m. Eligible patrons include active duty and DoD civilians assigned to Fort Belvoir. Call 703-805-2620 for more information.
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Party on the Patio: Tailgate Join the Golf Club for a Party on the Patio, Friday, 4 – 9 p.m. Patrons are encouraged to wear a jersey from their favorite team. Patrons can enjoy any of the event food specials or order from Niblick’s menu. Free golf lessons, 4 - 6 p.m.; a putting contest and a chipping contest.
Upcoming Breast Cancer Awareness 5K October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. MWR and the Fort Belvoir Community Hospital invite everyone to a 5K Run/Walk, Oct. 21 to raise awareness for breast cancer and show support for those affected. Breast cancer affects more than 200,000 patients annually, and early detection is an important element of improving survival. The race starts at 8 a.m. and ends with a presentation at the hospital. Eligible participants include military, DoD civilians, retirees, and family members. This is a free event and participants can register online at https:// www.raceentry.com/races/mwr-fbchbreast-cancer-awareness-5k/2017/ register or in person at Graves Fitness Center, the Body Shop or Kawamura Human Performance Center. Call 703-806-4430 for more information.
Swim Lessons Benyaurd Indoor Pool offers fall and winter swimming classes. Morning classes will be Mondays and Wednesdays, Oct. 2 – 23; and evening classes will be Tuesdays and Thursdays, Oct. 3 – 24. In November, morning classes are Mondays and Wednesdays, Nov. 1 –
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Team Beer Pong’s Yessy Aloras delivers a high-velocity serve during his team’s 2017 Fall Coed Volleyball Tournament match series against JBLE Team 1, Saturday at Wells Field House. 20; and evening classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, Nov. 2 – 21. December’s classes are Monday and Wednesday mornings, Dec. 4 – 20; and Tuesday and Thursday evenings, Dec. 5 - 21. Times for classes are varied by skill level. Lessons last three weeks, for 6 classes. Lessons are $80 per student and all sign-ups must be done in person at Benyaurd Indoor Pool. Space is limited and slots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration for October lessons is open through Sept. 29. For more info, call Benyaurd Indoor Pool, 703-805-2620; or visit the aquatics page on Belvoir.armymwr. com.
American Red Cross Lifeguard Class Benyaurd Indoor Pool offers American Red Cross Lifeguard Classes. Three-day classes’ start dates are Nov. 3 and 10; Jan. 19 and 26; Feb. 9 and 16; March 9 and 16; and April 13 and 20. Registration opens Sept. 25 and closes when spaces are full. The cost is $275 for the class and includes ARC Certification and all materials. Visit www.Belvoir.armymwr.com or
call Benyaurd Pool, 703-805-2620, for class pre-requisites or more information.
Turkey Trot 5K/10K
The Turkey Trot 5K/10K is Fort Belvoir’s premier race of the year and will be run Nov. 18. 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 https://belvoir. armymwr.com/programs/fitnessfacilities or in person at Graves Fitness Center, the Body Shop or Kawamura Human Performance Center. The cost is $20 in advance and $25 on the day of the run. Eligible participants include all activeduty Soldiers as well as Mobilized/ ADOS National Guard/Reserve Component Soldiers, DoD civilian employees and installation visitors. Call the Graves Fitness Center at 703-806-5368 for more information.
In Progress Pick-up dodgeball Sports and Fitness invites the Belvoir Community to participate in a new, pick-up dodgeball league at Wells Field House. Dodgeball will be
Sports and Fitness is offering a fun, energetic and motivational free workout every Saturday from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. at Wells Field House, 1810 Goethals Road. Fit Team work outs are tailored to all fitness levels and focused on burning fat and building lean muscle. Class is open to all Service members and their families (ages 16 and older), DoD civilian employees and contractors. Classes provided by Global Expansion Team International Health Coach Damon Stewart. For more information call 210-776-4045.
Personal Training Sports and Fitness offers weight management, high-intensity strength conditioning, and functional training programs at the Kawamura Human Performance Center. Their staff is certified to assist and educate patrons on reaching their fitness goals. They offer exercise prescriptions, body-composition assessments, micro-fit assessments, functional movement system screens, and muscular endurance tests. They also offer competitive rates for solo or group sessions. Prices are available online at Belvoir.armymwr.com or call Kawamura Human Performance Center at 703-806-4430.
Registration open for 24/7 Graves Fitness Center access Graves Fitness Center is accessible to registered Fort Belvoir community members, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Sign up for allaccess passes is now underway and gym patrons wishing to utilize the facility after normal operating hours need to register their Common Access Cards to allow entry. Registration is not necessary if accessing during normal operating hours. For more information call Graves Fitness Center at 703-806-5368.
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Retired Lt. Gen. Ernest Graves and his wife, Nancy Graves, center, stand behind the plaque from the April 29, 1957, dedication of the SM-1 nuclear reactor and power plant on Belvoir. During their visit Sept. 19 with Defense Department officials, Mrs. Graves recalled the last time she stood at the plaque with her husband more than 60 ago. Tour attendees included, from left, Chris Gardner, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Baltimore District; John Lonnquest, USACE, Headquarters Office of History; Brenda Barber, USACE, Baltimore District; Brian Hearty, USACE, Headquarters, Deactivated Nuclear Power Plant Program; Col. Allan Webster, USACE, Headquarters Military and International Operations; Col. Mark Bowen, Defense Threat Reduction Agency, Defense Nuclear Weapons School; and Matt Thompson, DTRA, Defense Nuclear Weapons School.
Military nuclear pioneer gives insight on decommissioning facility By Chris Gardner Army Corps of Engineers Baltimore District Retired Lt. Gen. Ernest Graves was just a major when he was assigned to the SM-1, the first-of-itskind nuclear power plant the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers was building on Fort Belvoir in the late 1950s. At the time, Graves was tasked with overseeing the final stages of construction, then operating and training the staff for the reactor. The SM-1 was the first nuclear reactor in the country to generate power connected to the commercial grid, when it achieved its first criticality in April 1957. Sixty years later, 93-year-old Graves and his wife, Nancy, visited the facility to discuss its history. The Graves met with professionals from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Defense Department agencies charged with handling nuclear-related missions for the military, including the Defense Threat Reduction Agency and the U.S. Army Nuclear and Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Agency. When SM-1’s reactor was deactivated in 1973, its fuel and control rods were removed and returned to the Energy Department. The Corps of Engineers is planning for the reactor’s decommissioning and facility dismantlement. Part of that planning process is gathering as much information as possible about the facility’s construction. Another project key component
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Aerial view of SM-1 nuclear reactor and plant, taken in the 1960s. SM-1 was the first nuclear power plant to successfully provide power to the commercial grid when it came online in April 1957. While SM-1’s reactor was initially deactivated in 1973, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is in the process of planning for the reactor’s decommissioning and dismantlement of the facility will be historical mitigation. Basically, the Corps of Engineers will prepare a detailed history of its operation and, ultimately, its complete dismantlement, to capture and preserve its history. “…Talking to someone that was actually there at the start of the pro-
gram is very important,” said Brian Hearty, national program manager at Headquarters Army Corps of Engineers for the Army’s Deactivated Nuclear Power Plant Program. “If we could also bring him back 60 years after being at the SM-1 to show him the current state and to
discuss our plans, I thought that was a great opportunity.” Graves oversaw not only the physical completion of the SM-1 facility, but focused mostly upon the
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www.belvoireagleonline.com September 28, 2017 Belvoir Eagle A11 thing was going to be turned over to testing. They wanted to get a lot of hours on these fuel rods, and they wanted to do a lot of measurements,” Graves said. That 700-hour test was the first successful test of its kind generating nuclear power in the U.S., and was a major milestone in the infancy of the nuclear era in the U.S. In addition to the operation of SM-1, the Belvoir site was also the home to the military’s nuclear reactor training school, which Graves spearheaded. This involved coordinating with universities to get Service members initial training on the basics of nuclear power before they could be further trained with handson experience at SM-1. This training
school was a tri-service unit, staffed with Army, Navy and Air Force personnel. Making the reactor training program a joint effort also allowed them to tap into the experience of more than just Soldiers. “There was another reason - the Army didn’t have anybody that knew anything about steam machinery and the Navy had all kinds of people that knew about steam machinery,” Graves said. “One of our ideas was if we wanted to get people experienced in steam machinery, we got the Navy on board and they would send us people.” Editor’s note – Part 2 of this story will run in a future issue of the Belvoir Eagle.
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Retired Lt. Gen. Ernest Graves sits at the control panel of the deactivated SM-1 nuclear reactor and power plant at Belvoir during a site visit Sept. 19. As a major with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Graves oversaw the completion of the construction of the facility and its initial operation in the late 1950s. The SM-1’s reactor was deactivated in 1973 and placed into safe storage. The Army Corps of Engineers is in the process of planning for the reactor’s final decommissioning and dismantlement for the facility. operation of the facility and its use to train Service members in nuclear power going forward. “The minute I got on board, I started talking about all the things that are involved in the operation—but the design had been pretty well frozen. The contract had
been awarded,” Graves told an interviewer in 1997 which was documented in his Engineer Memoirs. The memoirs are a series of oral histories with significant figures in the Army Corps of Engineers’ history. “We were going to run a 700hour performance test, and then the
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Commissary hosting Korean cooking show over weekend Submitted by Fort Belvoir Commissary The Fort Belvoir VA commissary hosts a Korean-style cuisine cooking show from today through Sunday. As part of the show, commissary patrons will be able to sample Korean foods and get tips on healthy cooking styles of traditional Korean cuisine. The show focuses on how to incorporate unique elements of Korean cooking into everyday diets and the healthy alternative this provides to commissary shoppers. Among the dishes considered will be bulgogi, or traditional Korean marinated beef; and Korean vegetable pancakes. Jacqueline Kim, CEO of Kee World and event coordinator said, “We are really trying to concentrate on providing healthy food alternatives for commissary shoppers. We want to provide American families with simple and healthy options – foods low in fat and low in cholesterol – and teach commissary shoppers how to include these healthy options in their regular diet and eating style.” Korean cuisine has taken off in the U.S. in the past few years. Television shows have introduced Americans to the flavors of Korean cooking, but also to the balance and harmony of flavors and colors at the heart of traditional Korean cuisine. And, in January, the food and cul-
ture magazine “Bon Appétit” named the fiery Korean red pepper paste known as “gochujang” the up-andcoming condiment to use in place of sriracha sauces on egg sandwiches, sliders and in chicken wing recipes. Gochujang has been a staple ingredient in Korean cuisine for hundreds of years. “Mixed with mayonnaise to temper the heat to taste, gochujang makes a great dipping sauce for vegetables, a sauce with a kick for Korean-style coleslaw or as a spread on chicken sandwiches or hamburgers,” according to Kim. Additionally, the focus on natural products and health has helped make a Korean aloe vera drink popular. Kim has used her Korean Cuisine Cooking shows at commissaries throughout the U.S. to introduce shoppers to the flavors of Korean food and the place of the cuisine in Korean culture. “As a former military spouse, I’m familiar with the everyday challenges faced by our American military families. I want to take the healthy elements of traditional Korean cuisine and make these simple and accessible to everyone. And, I want Americans to understand that the basic communal element at the root of Korean food culture – families dining together with each other – is no different than that experienced in traditional American life,” Kim said.
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Belvoir Briefs Oktoberfest change Previously published information about Kingman Gate hours during Oktoberfest has changed. Due to limited resources, Kingman Gate will NOT have additional hours for egress during Oktoberfest this weekend. Kingman Gates hours will remain as usual, 6 a.m.-6 p.m. Cooking demonstrations are from 10 a.m.-6 p.m., daily through Sunday.
CYS is hiring Belvoir’s MWR is hiring multiple full-time, part-time and flex positions as Child and Youth Program Assistants, CYPA, CY-01/02 at CYS facilities on Belvoir. U.S. Citizens and non-Citizens, who can speak and write in English and have a high school diploma are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants will be invited to attend a job fair Friday or Oct. 13. Job fair attendees selected for employment must be prepared to use the rest of the day to complete additional forms and attend a fingerprinting session and an occupational health registration. The application deadline is Sept. 29. Visit https://www.usajobs.gov/ GetJob/ViewDetails/478433100 for details.
Fall Career Fair Soldier for Life-Transition Assistance Program, or SFL-TAP; and
Employment Readiness hosts its bi-annual career fair from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 26 in the Belvoir Community Center. Wounded warriors only from 9-10 a.m. Applicants should come dressed and ready to impress and bring plenty of resumes. The career fair is open to transitioning Service members; Veterans; retirees; military spouses; and DoD ID cardholders. Registration is required online or at the door. Online registration is available from eventbrite.com/e/ft-belvoir-careerfair-attendee-registration-26-oct2017-registration. Info is available from Cassie Rucker at SFL-TAP, usarmy.belvoir.usag.mbx.sfl-tap@mail.mil; or Laureen DuPree at Employment Readiness, Laureen.t.Dupree.civ@ mail.mil.
Organ recital Historic Pohick Church has an organ recital at 11:30 a.m. Saturday by Linda Wilberger Egan, church music minister. The recital on the Noack pipe organ with 16 stops, 18 ranks, and 948 pipes will include selections from Bach, Dietrich Buxtehude, and other music from the 18th to 20th centuries. The church is at 9301 Richmond Highway in Lorton, on U.S. Route 1 between Telegraph Road and Pohick Road. For information, call 703-3396572 or visit pohick.org.
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Beat the Crowds!! Come in TODAY Get Your Home Ready for the Holidays NOW!
30 + 12 months
Bad Credit
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No Credit
20 +months 36
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0% interest financing DOORBUSTER
15 +months 60
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Good Credit
5 Piece Dining Set NOW ONLY $1098
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Available in Light or Dark Finish
Queen Panel Bed NOW ONLY $298 compare at: $599
5 Piece Bedroom Set NOW ONLY $698
Sofa NOW ONLY $598 compare at: $1199
compare at: $1299
14270 Smoketown Rd Woodbridge, VA 22192 (703) 492- 5861
1845 Carl D. Silver Pkwy Fredericksburg, VA 22401 (540) 786-4800
45633 Dulles Eastern Plz Sterling, VA 20166 (571) 323- 9024
7378 Stream Walk Ln Manassas, VA 20109 (571) 379-4130
some exclusions may apply. see store for complete details.offer expires 10/9/17
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