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Recruiting brigade brings educators to Belvoir By Daniel Malta Denver Recruiting Battalion The 5th Recruiting Brigade brought 21 educators to the nation’s Capitol, May 3-4 to see firsthand the U.S. Army’s career opportunities in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. The Brigade, headquartered on Fort Sam Houston, Texas, invited top educators to its annual event from throughout its seven battalions: Kansas City, Oklahoma City, Denver, Phoenix, Dallas, Houston and San Antonio. The tour was designed to teach educators about Army career opportunities so they can convey those opportunities to America’s youth. As part of the brigade’s annual educator’s tour, the participants visited the Pentagon and other key military facilities in the area to better understand the 150 different career choices and developmental opportunities the Army offers today’s youth. “We are committed to education and leadership development. It’s not just about being issued an M-4,” said Maj. Gen. Jeffrey Snow, commanding general of U.S. Army Recruiting Command, who joined the tour for a few hours. The educators toured the Program Executive Office Soldier on
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Educators who took part in the U.S. Army 5th Recruiting Brigade Educators Tour in the D.C. area learned how the Army uses technology to better identify and integrate gear, equipment and weapons for future Soldiers. As part of the tour, the group visited the Warrior Integration Site on Belvoir and saw how researchers use a 3D scanner to design equipment improvements. Fort Belvoir, where they had a chance to handle some of the Army’s cutting-edge technology. Brig. Gen. Brian Cummings, program executive officer for PEO Soldier, and his staff demonstrated the Army’s current and future technologies and outlined how they use STEM to protect Soldiers and maximize their combat effectiveness. The group also visited INSCOM’s 780th Military Intelligence Brigade, Fort Meade, Md., which trains and operates closely with the National Security Agency.
“I loved hearing from the younger Cyber Security Soldiers who have come here from various pathways and how they are at the cutting edge of technology,” said Linda Jensen, director of Arizona College Access Network in Phoenix. “The Army is just as high tech as any other industry and it needs people with that same level of expertise and is willing to invest in them.” Dealing with more than 20 percent of active military intelligence, INSCOM needs highly skilled in-
dividuals to train in fields such as linguist support; logistics; coding; cyber security; communications and intelligence management. INSCOM operates at 180 locations in 40 countries. “Due to globalization, the world has completely changed,” said Command Sgt. Maj. Craig Russell from the 5th Recruiting Brigade. “With that, the Army will continue to advance and our Soldiers will advance along with it.” The educators rounded out the tour at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Md., where the Army conducts technology research and development. Presenting technologies developed at APG, several interns, along with scientists and engineers, highlighted the program’s variety of aspects and answered tour participants’ questions about the equipment and jobs at the facility. “If today’s youth are looking for adventure, they will get to have that experience while performing a unique job within the organization,” said Col. Terance Huston, 5th Recruiting Brigade commander. At the tour’s end, Huston said he hopes the two-day Army experience gave the educators a better understanding of the Army’s viability as a post-secondary option for their students.
HONOR FLIGHT
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Soldiers salute a caravan of veterans as they depart Dulles International Airport for Washington, D.C. Members of Belvoir’s Headquarters Battalion greeted them May 10 as they arrived from Chicago.
Lt. Col. Chris Tomlinson, Fort Belvoir Headquarters Battalion commander, shakes veteran Joe Havel’s hand as he arrives to tour the monuments of Washington D.C. Soldiers turned out in force to greet these veterans from World War II, Korea and Vietnam in an Honor Flight.
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Capt. Anthony C. Spinelli, right, assumed command of the 911th Technical Rescue Engineer Company, TREC, from Capt. Brittany M. Clark in a change of command hosted by Lt. Col. Edward Meyers, left, 12th Aviation Battalion commander.
911th TREC changes command By Staff Sgt. Austin L. Thomas JFHQ-NCR/MDW Public Affairs
Lt. Col. Edward Meyers, commander, 12th Aviation Battalion, addresses the audience at the May 15 Change of Command Ceremony as Capt. Anthony C. Spinelli assumes command of the 911th Technical Rescue Engineer Company (TREC) from Capt. Brittany M. Clark.
Capt. Anthony C. Spinelli assumed command of the 911th Technical Rescue Engineer Company, from Capt. Brittany M. Clark during a change of command ceremony hosted by Lt. Col. Edward Meyers, commander, 12th Aviation Battalion, at Fort Belvoir, Va., Monday. The 911th TREC, stationed at Belvoir, is assigned to the 12th Aviation Battalion, The Army Aviation Brigade, Military District of Washington. It is best known for its response at the Pentagon after the terrorist attack of Sept. 11, 2001. “I’m so proud of the 911th TREC, and what we have accomplished in two years,” Clark said. “There has been a tremendous amount of thought, effort and follow through, and I’m incredibly proud of all we’ve accomplished together.” Clark assumed command of the 911th TREC two years ago and previously served in Afghanistan, Germany and stateside. Clark was selected as a 2016 Army Gen. Douglas MacArthur Leadership Award
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recipient. Her decorations include the Bronze Star, Army Commendation Medal and Combat Action Badge. “The 911th is the pride of the Engineer Regiment,” Spinelli said. “I look forward to the journey ahead in expanding on the already outstanding reputation created by the Soldiers that stand before you.” Spinelli has a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Colorado State University, and a master’s degree in engineering management from Missouri University of Science and Technology. His most recent deployment was in September 2012 to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. His awards and decorations include the Bronze Star, Joint Service Commendation Medal and Army Commendation Medal. The 911th TREC is comprised of combat engineers; firefighters; horizontal and vertical construction engineers; and a variety of support MOSs that train and certify as rescue technicians and mine rescuers. The unit also provides general engineering support to Belvoir and the U.S. Army’s Military District of Washington.
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Spouse recognized for efforts in military community By Adrienne Anderson Staff writer Local military spouse, Andrea Barreiro, recently received the 2017 Heroes at Home Northern Virginia Military Spouse of the Year and 2017 Military Health Project and Foundation Military Family Advocate of the Year for her work for the military community. Receiving these awards after being nominated for them is an honor and “shows what we do matters and that people recognize it,” she said about being active in the community as a military spouse. Barreiro, an 18-year military spouse whose husband, 1st Sgt. Jose Barreiro, is at Fort Bragg, N.C., after PCSing from C Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Infantry Regiment, has three children and is raising her 4-year-old niece, as well. She’s pursuing two degrees and is active in Army Arlington Lady, MILSPO Project and Military Spouse Advocacy Network. She enjoys working with younger spouses and getting them acclimated to the military environment, especially if they’ve never been exposed to it, she said. By getting other spouses involved in making a positive impact in the community, it shows others that they are making a difference in the community. “A lot of people that I’ve talked to said they didn’t think what they did helped,”
Barreiro said, but she helped them realize that what they did, no matter how big or small, matters. Barreiro encourages other spouses to get involved in their community. “I feel very humbled and honored to represent the military community,” she said. “It gives me the opportunity to make my network even larger than what it is, so I can help people.” Once her husband retires from the military and both finish their degrees, they plan to open a business to help with veteran outreach. Barreiro said they want to help veterans and reduce the unemployment rate by offering job resources and assistance during a veteran’s transition period from the military to civilian life. Heroes at Home is a program that recognizes the works of military spouses and for their services to their community. The program, located in other parts of the U.S. and has its flagship in Norfolk, Va., is statewide in Virginia. It recognizes individual spouses from several regions, with the Northern Virginia region added this year. The Military Health Project and Foundation recognizes those, through its Military Family Advocate of the Year, who are active in enhancing the quality of the military community. They also have another award dedicated to veterans who make a difference in their communities.
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Andrea Barreiro, a local military spouse, received the 2017 Heroes at Home Northern Virginia Military Spouse of the Year and 2017 Military Health Project and Foundation Military Family Advocate of the Year for her work for the military community.
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Cyber criminals target Soldiers From Army CID Organized criminal rings are targeting Soldiers, intending to extort money from them. U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command gets reports each month from Soldiers who have fallen victim to online scams, most often through social networking activities. Social media plays a very important role in our modern lives. It helps us learn, share experiences with others and stay connected to people we care about. But, social media has a dark side, where criminals who target Soldiers operate. Soldiers, wherever they are, must protect themselves, their good names and reputations. That includes when online. Soldiers who engage in dangerous online behavior put themselves at higher risk of online extortion. Sextortion is a common online extortion scam, where criminals lure Service members into engaging in online sexual activity and then demand money or favors in exchange for not publicizing embarrassing images, videos or information. Victims of romance and sextortion scams report becoming involved in online relationships that lead to exchanging personal, sometimes intimate, information
and then getting threats and demands. The threat is that the Soldier’s online relationship will be exposed to their chain of command or law enforcement authorities. The demand is for money. Even after meeting the criminal’s demands, some Soldiers find themselves in a vicious, never-ending cycle of increasing demands. Some Soldiers have lost thousands of dollars to these scams. Some victims have committed suicide. To fight against these scams, Soldiers should arm themselves with information. Learn the warning signs of fraudulent relationships and the steps to reporting a crime. If you think you’ve been a victim, or to report an online crime, contact the Cyber Criminal Intelligence Program, 27130 Telegraph Road, Quantico, VA 22134; call 571-305-4482; or email usarmy. cciuintel@mail.mil. The Cyber Criminal Intelligence Unit web page is http://www.cid.army.mil/701st. html#sec6. The Army and CID have online resources that are available to everyone, including the Army’s new Social Media Handbook and ways to report online misconduct. www. army.mil and www.cid.army.mil are the websites.
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Measles vaccinations recommended for 6-12 month olds By Regional Health Command Europe Public Affairs Regional Health Command Europe officials are recommending that children 6-12 months old should be immunized with the Measles, Mumps and Rubella vaccine, as a result of an ongoing measles outbreak in several European countries. This dose is in addition to the two doses children normally get, starting after their first birthday. The vaccine is now a part of the routine 6-month-old visit with their pediatrician, and is encouraged for all children aged 6-12 months, especially those in day care. Measles is an extremely contagious virus, with essentially 100 percent of exposed susceptible individuals becoming infected. The virus can linger in the air of a room or transportation vehicle for up to two hours, according to Col. Rodney Coldren, a doctor and Chief of Epidemiology and Disease Surveillance for Public Health Command Europe. “However, the MMR vaccine is a very safe and effective means to prevent this disease,” said Coldren. “The vast majority of Americans are already immunized against measles, having received at least two doses of the MMR (Measles, Mumps, and Rubella) vaccine in early childhood.” The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a travel alert for Belgium, Italy and Germany April 17, recommending all travelers in that age group get the vaccine. This dose does not replace either of the two doses required after a year of age for long-term immunity. Adults and children not vaccinated for measles could be at risk for contracting the illness due to the outbreak. The most seriously affected countries are Italy and Romania. However, France,
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A view from the hilltop that once housed the McCarty farmhouse. Photos by Paul Lara
Wildflowers capitalize on the recent rains along the McCarty and Accotink trails Tuesday. The trails run 8 miles along Accotink Creek and Accotink Bay.
Spring: enjoy nature on the trails Submitted by DPW Environmental and Natural Resources Along the western banks of Accotink Creek and Accotink Bay, you can find more than 8 miles of trails within the Accotink Creek Trail and McCarty Trail systems. These trails can be accessed via the intersection of Poe and Pohick roads; the Pohick Loop Trail; or the Beaver Pond Trail. People who enter from the intersection will then find the trailhead for the Accotink Creek Trail, or continue on the half-mile, paved section of Poe Road (McCarty Connector) that eventually ends at the trailhead of the McCarty Loop Trail. Visitors are not permitted to continue on Poe Road and violators are considered trespassers at this point. The Accotink Creek Trail is a 1.5-mile trail that runs north/south along the creek’s western bank. A variety of species of plants and wildlife call this lowland area home. Bird species abound here, from the occasional wood duck, to the belted kingfisher perched overhead looking for a meal, or the bright yellow prothonotary warbler with its characteristic call as it searches for a mate. A variety of lowland and wetland wildflowers adorn the creek banks including Joe-Pye weed, New York ironweed, and yellow coneflower. At the trail’s midpoint is a new, wooden suspension bridge that crosses over and connects to the Beaver Pond Trail. Midway between the Accotink Creek Trailhead and suspension bridge is the half-mile McCarty-Accotink Connector Trail. As its name implies, this trail serves as a “shortcut” between the Accotink Creek and McCarty Loop trails. It cuts through McCarty Field, which was once a landfill that’s been managed as a grassland and
Dense cover offers cool shade alongside Accotink Creek.
The McCarty and Accotink trails traverse what was once farmland. early-successional habitat since it closed. McCarty Field serves as an oasis in the Accotink Bay Wildlife Refuge for a variety of plants and animals that favor open areas. Red fox; deer; wild turkey; prairie warblers; yellow-breasted chats; and indigo buntings frequent the field edges and small trees, while spring peepers, various frogs and toads serenade in the spring. The McCarty Loop Trail is about 5-miles long loop that begins in the McCarty Field and makes its way through the forest along the Accotink Bay’s western banks. Here, walkers and hikers can find forest-interior birds, like the wood thrush, Acadian flycatchers and scarlet tanagers. The trail also serves as a foraging location for toads, so watch your step. Midway along the trail, hikers find where the
loop begins, where they can take either direction, and end back at this location. As the loop approaches the Accotink Bay’s western bank, you step back in time to when the McCarty family (former area residents) farmed. Although the land has since changed, the family’s cemetery plot is here. Those buried have since been relocated to Pohick Church Cemetery. However, a plot outlined by obelisks and chain can be viewed. Parts of the trail are seasonally closed, typically from December through June, to protect certain natural resources and are labeled accordingly. These trail systems offer a quiet time to escape from the concrete hustle and bustle. If you have a couple hours, take advantage of the trails on Belvoir and take a hike.
The entrance of Accotink Creek Trail on Poe Road.
Accotink Creek at the trailhead on Poe Road.
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DLA claims 2017 Formation Run title
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By Rick Musselman Sports Editor Defense Logistics Agency continued its push to the FY17 Commander’s Cup title by winning the annual intramural Formation Run championship trophy, Friday at Specker Field House. Along with DLA, teams representing Defense Threat Reduction Agency, the 249th Engineer Battalion, Fort Belvoir Community Hospital, U.S. Army Legal Services Agency, Office of the Chief Army Reserve, National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency and U.S. Army Garrison Fort Belvoir Headquarters Battalion competed in the event. Runners started and finished the race at the Field House, covering 4.8 miles. “Winners are determined by how many finishers are in formation when each unit crosses the finish line, not necessarily the fastest time,” said Sheila Edwards, Fort Belvoir sports director, of the race format. “Each unit, first through fourth place, receives a monetary
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Runners representing DLA leave the starting line of the 28th annual intramural Formation Run, Friday at Specker Field House. The unit went on to claim the first-place trophy with a time of 45:58 amid a field of eight teams. award for the unit funds.” USAG Fort Belvoir Commander, Col. Angie Holbrook, hosted the event with Justin Fitzgerald, intramural sports league coordinator and sports facility manager. Edwards directed the run with Fitzgerald and several representatives from DFMWR’s sports and fitness de-
partments, including MWR Director Berry Patrick. Holbrook kicked off the 28th annual Formation Run with a brief address.
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Tennis tournament wraps up, FBCH leads pack By Rick Musselman Sports Editor Athletes representing defending Commander’s Cup champion Fort Belvoir Community Hospital thoroughly dominated the FY17 intramural tennis championship tournament that wrapped up with women’s open division and senior men’s division matches, May 9 at the Barracks and Graves Fitness Center courts. FBCH fielded 14 highly skilled players this year and succeeded in bringing home a slew of trophies across seven divisions, claiming firstplace titles in men’s open, women’s open, senior women’s and women’s doubles competitions. The legendary unit also claimed runner-up titles in the men’s open and mixed doubles division, and third-place finishes in the senior women’s division. Defending tennis champion Defense Logistic Agency also turned in impressive performances, earning the title in the mixed doubles division, a pair of runner-up trophies in men’s and women’s doubles and two third-place finishes in the men’s and women’s open divisions. Athletes representing Night Vision and Electronic Sensors Directorate; Army Contracting Command
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– Aberdeen Proving Ground; U.S. Army Legal Services Agency; Office of the Chief Army Reserve; 701st Military Police Group, Criminal Investigation Command; Military Intelligence Readiness Command; and the 249th Engineer Battalion also competed in the tournament. During last week’s final match ups, ACC-APG’s Tony Adams and NVESD’s Saeid Radjou advanced to the final with respective wins over USALSA’s Kenneth Bacso and USALSA’s Malcom Suires, May 8. Adams ultimately claimed the senior men’s division championship trophy, when he downed Radjou, May 9 at the Graves Courts. In the women’s open division, FBCH veteran Stacey Usher and OCAR’s Lori Daniels earned their spots in the title showdown with respective triumphs over DLA veteran Stephanie Wright and USALSA’s Tara Goble, May 9. Usher went on to take the championship title with a victory over Daniels, May 9 at the Barracks Courts. For match results and standings, visit http:// www.quickscores.com/Orgs/index. php?OrgDir=belvoirmwr. For more information about Fort Belvoir’s intramural sports program and the annual Commander’s Cup
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FBCH’s Jessica Gonzales delivers the serve during her intramural tennis women’s open division match set against USALSA’s Tara Goble.
title race, call Justin Fitzgerald, 703806-5093. Athletes can also contact their respective unit representative for sign-up information and scheduling details. See FBCH Tennis Run on page B4
A couple weeks ago, just as I’d finally acclimated to the newly arrived warmth of spring, the weatherman said that “for the next few days, we’re going to see a lot of rain and unseasonably cool temperatures.” Having heard that a thousand times before, I figured the mercury would drop to maybe the mid-60s from those blessed high 70s we’d been enjoying. I was not expecting the low 50s, with a November-like wind blowing and icy-cold precipitation chilling and dampening my every stitch of clothing. Well, adding to the dismay of this development, the climate control system in my office building had already been switched over to AC, making for some long hours at my computer. On top of that, there’s some kind of data router that sits right behind my desk chair, one with a cooling fan inside that produces a constant wind. Note that I said “wind,” not “little breeze;” that gadget produces a strong north-easterly wind that will fluff the curtains if properly motivated. Of course, these arctic conditions in the office can scarcely be blamed on the contractors who maintain the system and neither can the Army be held responsible. I mean, who expects highs of 51 at the end of April. Fortunately I discovered (and took full advantage) that when I used the copier, the pages came out warm and when nobody was looking, I held them against my chest as I was returning to my chair. Once there, I sat on them. Heavy situation, isn’t it? Now, I’m a proud elementary school graduate and have the sense to know that heavier shirts and windbreakers are widely available for people facing such unfavorable conditions, but I’m also a man of principal, and it simply shouldn’t have been that cold and damp that time of year. Therefore, I couldn’t see why I needed to exert any extra effort to prepare for something that’s not supposed to happen in the first place. Of course, I applied the exact same reasoning to paying the personal property tax on my 2000 Jeep one year. I simply didn’t think something that old should have any taxes on it. That didn’t end well either.
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249th Engineer Battalion’s Nick Cruz, left, and USASPO’s Clifton Grant battle for possession of the ball during a late-season intramural soccer match up.
Ladies Golf Association of Fort Belvoir Weekly Results Gunston Course, 13 holes (throw out holes: 1, 5, 6, 11, 14), May 9 Photos by Rick Musselman
249th Engineer Battalion’s Zach Thaxton charges down the field during a late-season intramural soccer match up, May 9.
249th Engineers blank USASPO 5-0 in soccer By Rick Musselman Sports Editor In customary fashion, FY17 intramural soccer rankings leader, 249th Engineer Battalion (5-1), exploded out of the starting gate with its trademark offensive urgency to overwhelm the U.S. Army System Performance Office for the lion’s share of the late-season contest, May 9 at Fremont Field. The unit cohesion and unshakable determination to repeatedly plow into their opponent’s territory propelled the Engineers into the winner’s circle
with a 5-0 shutout victory and the strongest position in the league heading into the forthcoming championship tournament. For regular-season results and standings visit http://www.quickscores.com/belvoirmwr. For more information about Belvoir’s intramural sports program and the annual Commander’s Cup title race, call Justin Fitzgerald, 703806-5093. Athletes can also contact their respective unit representative for sign-up information and scheduling details.
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Formation Run, continued from Page B1 “I know you are all very competitive, so who’s going to win this one?” Holbrook said. “For this run today, all the Army values are in full force, and in the Run to Honor, let’s make sure we remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice. Have a good time and be safe.” The Run to Honor 5K event, sponsored by MWR and Survivor Outreach Services, gave Belvoir community members and mission-partner employees a chance to compete in remembrance of fallen Service members. With a loud crack of the starting pistol, USAG Fort Belvoir Command Sgt. Maj. Billie Jo Boersma signaled the athletes to leave the starting line. Runners traversed a large area of South Post, circling the headquarters building before following 21st Street down to Warren Road and the Outdoor Recreation area. The second leg of the race ran along Theote Road and 16th Street by which participants returned to the starting area following a final lap around the track. In spite of the high levels of determination and competitiveness the runners displayed during the race, an atmosphere of friendly brotherhood quickly spread over the group afterwards. Congratulations and handshakes became the order of the day as the runners interacted with members of other units and enjoyed refreshments provided by MWR staff. Holbrook and Fitzgerald hosted a ceremony after the runners returned and awarded the champion trophy to the DLA team. To learn more about Fort Belvoir’s annual Formation Run, the SOS Run to Honor 5K, and the installation’s intramural sports program, contact Justin Fitzgerald at 703-806-5093.
Photos by Rick Musselman
Fort Belvoir community members and mission-partner employees begin the 2017 Run To Honor 5K, which followed the 28th annual intramural Formation Run, Friday at Specker Field House.
Lt. Col. Christopher Tomlinson, U.S. Army Garrison Fort Belvoir Headquarters Battalion commander, left, leads his team to the finish line of the 28th annual intramural Formation Run, Friday at Specker Field House.
Runners competing for the 249th Engineer battalion near the finish line of the 28th annual intramural Formation Run, Friday at Specker Field House. The unit took fourth place with a time of 41:25.
Final Results 1st Place DLA 45:58 267 points 2nd Place USALSA 55:31 265 points 3rd Place OCAR 1:00:42 264 points 4th Place 249th En. Bn. 41:25 190 points
Cecilia Gorini, 4, crosses the finish line of the 2017 Run To Honor 5K, Friday at Specker Field House.
Runners competing for OCAR approach the finish line of the 28th annual intramural Formation Run, Friday at Specker Field House. The unit claimed third place with a time of 1:00:42.
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FBCH Tennis, continued from page B1 FY17 Commander’s Cup Intramural Tennis Tourney Final Results Overall Tournament Results Champion: FBCH Runner-up: DLA 3rd Place: ACC – APG 4th Place (tie):
OCAR USALSA
Divisional Results Men’s Open Champion
FBCH
Kyle Kinderknecht
Runner-up
FBCH
Matt Laudie
3rd Place
DLA DLA
David Bella Chris Boeding
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ACC-APG’s Tony Adams executes a backhand return during his intramural tennis senior men’s division showdown with NGA’s Shanan Farmer.
Women’s Open Champion
FBCH
Stacey Usher
Runner-up
OCAR
Lori Daniels
3rd Place
DLA USALSA
Stephanie Wright Tara Goble
Senior Men’s Champion
ACC – APG
Tony Adams
Runner-up
NVESD
Saeid Radjou
3rd Place
USALSA
Kenneth Bacso
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Malcom Suires
Senior Women’s Champion
FBCH
Grace Colina
Runner-up
OCAR
June Osavio
3rd Place
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Marialorna Kerl
Defending champion, NGA’s Shanan Farmer, executes a tough return during his intramural tennis senior men’s division showdown with ACC-APG’s Tony Adams.
PSB’s Ligaya Harshberger returns the ball during her intramural tennis women’s open division match set against DLA veteran, Stephanie Wright.
Luz Zambrano
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Tony Adams Greg Brooks
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Chris Boeding David Bella
Women’s Doubles Champion
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Grace Colina Stacy Usher
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Carrie Alfalaij Stephanie Wright
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Carrie Alfalaij David Bella
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Grace Colina Victor Wongk
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DLA’s Russell Neukirchen returns the ball during his intramural tennis senior men’s division match set against NVESD’s Saeid Radjou.
USALSA’s Tara Goble serves the ball during her intramural tennis women’s open division match set against FBCH’s Jessica Gonzales.
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Sports and Recreation Briefs This week Bike to Work Day Commuter Connections and the Washington Area Bicyclist Association invite you to celebrate bicycling as a clean, fun and healthy way to get to work, Friday. Be one of the first 16,000 to register and attend a pit stop in D.C., Maryland or Virginia to receive a free T-shirt, refreshments, and be entered into a raffle for a new bicycle. The Fort Belvoir pit stop is outside Walker Gate, Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy and Mount Vernon Road, 7 - 9 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. For more information contact the Fort Belvoir Safety Office, 703806-3447, email jay.mejia.civ@mail. mil, or visit http://www.biketowork metrodc.org.
America’s Armed Forces Kids Run Fort Belvoir Youth Sports will be one of the U.S. military installations worldwide to stage the America’s Armed Forces Kids Run, Saturday starting at 9 a.m. The event will take place on Pullen Field which is located next to Specker Field House, 1182 12th Street. The cost is $6 and all participants will get the 2017 commemorative America’s Armed Forces Kids Run T-shirt. Distances vary by age. 9-13 year olds run 2
miles, 7-8 year olds run 1 mile, and 4-6 year olds run 1/2 mile. Register online at www.americaskidsrun.org. Registration ends Friday. For more information call Youth Sports Coordinator Julie at 703-805-9138.
Get Golf Ready clinics The Fort Belvoir Golf Club offers group golf clinics for beginners that will cover everything needed to get started. Learn to play golf in a fun, casual environment. The cost for the clinic is $100 for five sessions. Clinics are either Tuesdays or Thursdays (2 separate groups) for five weeks. Start dates Tuesday, May 25, July 11, July 13, Sept. 5, and Sept. 7. Call the Golf Shop at 703-806-5878 to register or for more information.
PING Demo Day The Fort Belvoir Golf Club is hosting a PING Demo Day at the driving range. Patrons interested in being custom fit must sign up with the Golf Shop in advance. Call the Golf Shop at 703-806-5878 Ex. 3 to schedule club fittings or for more information.
Upcoming Walking Across the USA Walking across the USA is a 12
week program in which participants record their miles each day after using the treadmill, elliptical, bike, track or outdoor trail. The program runs Jun. 5 - Aug. 27. Each participant will be given log-in sheets to track their progress. Miles will be posted at the Body Shop and Graves Fitness Center. In addition, a map of the USA will pinpoint locations and be updated every Monday. There are three categories: elliptical, bike, and walking (treadmill, track, or outdoor trail). The first-place finishers with the most miles in each category will win a Fitbit Flex. Eligible participants are military, DoD civilians, retirees, and family members. Register at the Body Shop, Graves Fitness Center or at Kawamura Human Performance Center. Call 703-8063100 for more information.
Tennis Clinics and Drop-in lessons The Fort Belvoir Sports and Fitness Program offer beginner, intermediate and advanced tennis clinics and single-hour drop-in lessons. Clinic start dates are June 6, July 11, Aug. 1, and Sept. 5. Clinics will consist of warm-up, technical, practical and sports conditioning segments. Beginner sessions will be from 5 – 6 p.m. and intermedi-
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ate and advanced sessions will be 6 – 7 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays, at either the Graves Fitness Center tennis courts, 2116 Abbott Road, or the tennis courts on Gunston and 14th St. Clinics last 3 weeks with 2 sessions a week (total of 6 sessions). The cost is $115. Drop-in lessons are one hour long and are available for beginner, intermediate or advanced levels. Drop-in lessons must be arranged by calling 703-806-4430. The cost for drop-in lessons is $35. Eligible patrons include all active duty Service members, retirees, and dependents over the age of 18, DoD civilian employees, and contractors. Participants must register and pay at Graves Fitness Center or the Body Shop. For more information call 703-805-4430.
CYSS Color Run 2017 Registration is open for the 2017 Child, Youth and School Services Color Run, June 10. The cost is $15 and children ages 4 – 16 are eligible to compete. Register at Parent Central or WebTrac, 9800 Belvoir Rd, Bldg. 200. All participants will receive a t-shirt and goggles on event day. The course is one mile, with obstacles and color splashes. For more Continued on Page B6
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Belvoir Soldiers graduate Level I MACP course By Rick Musselman Sports Editor Fourteen Soldiers assigned to several Belvoir units received their diplomas for successfully completing the Modern Army Combatives Program Level I training course during a graduation ceremony, Friday at the Warrior Training Center. The newly certified fighters are now qualified to instruct fellow Service members at the platoon level and many will continue MACP training through Levels 2, 3 and 4, with the ultimate goal of reaching Master Trainer status, training Soldiers at the brigade level. Lt. Col. Christopher Tomlinson, U.S. Army Garrison Fort Belvoir Headquarters Battalion commander; and HQ Bn. Command Sgt Maj. Richard Carullo, hosted the event and presented certificates to the graduates. The MACP is a form of hand-tohand combat originally designed in 1995 by Matt Larsen, a former Army Ranger, to provide military personnel a tactical means of self-defense on the battlefield in the absence of traditional weapons. After analyzing several martial arts methods from around the world, Larsen began forming the style which best suited the Army’s goals. Brazilian jiu jitsu fit nearly every aspect of the military’s needs perfectly. It was easy to learn, had a competitive form and was proven effective within the arena of hand-to-hand fighting. For more information about the MACP at Belvoir, visit http://www. hqbn.belvoir.army.mil.
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In Progress Join the Fort Belvoir swim team The Fort Belvoir swim team has expanded and now swims at a number of facilities in the Fort Belvoir area. The team has been around for more than 30 years and coaches all ages, offering a rolling admission program where participants can join at any point in the year. Monthly fees vary based on age, swim level and the frequency of meets. For more information, call Coach Mark Murray 703-627-4796 or visit www. fbswim.org.
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,
Photos by Rick Musselman
Newly certified Level I Modern Army Combatives Program fighters pose for a photo with course trainers; U.S. Army Garrison Fort Belvoir Headquarters battalion Commander Lt. Col. Christopher Tomlinson, second from right; and HQ Bn. Command Sgt. Maj. Richard Carullo, far right, after a graduation ceremony, Friday at the Belvoir Warrior Training Center.
Lt. Col. Christopher Tomlinson, U.S. Army Garrison Fort Belvoir Headquarters Battalion commander, congratulates a class of newly certified Level I Modern Army Combatives Program fighters as USAG Fort Belvoir HQ Bn. Command Sgt. Maj. Richard Carullo looks on during a graduation ceremony, Friday.
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.
FIT Team
Sports and Fitness is offering a fun, energetic and motivational free workout every Tuesday and Thursday, 6-7 p.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-com-
Newly certified Level I Modern Army Combatives Program fighters, Sgt. Kenneth Blandon, top, and Sgt. Henry Kronlage, engage in an exhibition bout during a graduation ceremony, Friday.
position 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 contact 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.
Monthly and weekly aerobics class passes Sports and Fitness offers aerobics classes every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at Wells
Field House, 1810 Goethals Road except Spin classes which are at Graves Fitness Center, 2116 Abbott Road. The Monday schedule is Pilates at 10:30 a.m. and Indoor Cycling at 11:45 a.m. Tuesday schedule is HITT at 10:30 a.m., Extreme Core at 11:30 a.m., and Yoga at 12 p.m. Wednesday schedule is Body Pump at 10:30 a.m. and Indoor Cycling at 11:45 a.m. Thursday schedule is Zumba at 10:30 a.m. Extreme Core at 11:30 a.m., and Yoga at 12 p.m. An Unlimited Monthly Pass can be purchased for $20 or and an Unlimited Weekly Pass for $7. Passes may be purchased at Graves Fitness Center or at the Body Shop, 1023 12th Street. For more information, call the Fitness Program Specialists at 703-806-4430. Visit the Sports and Fitness page at belvoir.armymwr. com for detailed class descriptions.
Swim Lessons Benyaurd Indoor Swimming Pool offers swim lessons for infants, children, teenagers and adults through July. Classes are twice a week for three weeks and cost $70 per student. All class dates and descriptions can be found at www.belvoir. armymwr.com.
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Women dance under laser lights at MWR’s Spouse Appreciation Party Friday at the Fort Belvoir Community Center.
MWR celebrates military spouses By Adrienne Anderson Staff writer It was 80s night Friday at the Community Center, when military spouses were given a special night of their own in honor of Military Spouse Appreciation Day. “We do not do anything alone. You are the key to military readiness, because, when the military members have to go and deploy, who has to keep the fires burning? Who keeps things in order,” said Col. Angie Holbrook, Belvoir Garrison commander. “You do that all the time, but especially when we have to go and do the nation’s bidding across the seas and in other places. “When we’re away, we appreciate our spouses for keeping things running and making sure the household doesn’t fall into disrepair and we really appreciate that,” Holbrook said. Christina Marshall and Julie Colon both dressed in 80s gear, complete with leggings and neon colors. They said they were glad to have a night dedicated to them. “It was pretty awesome that they did this because we do a lot for our husbands who are in the military,” Marshall said, adding their husbands were minding the kids for the evening. “Sometimes, military spouses go through a lot and sometimes we need to let loose. Having something that shows appreciation for us. I came out because I need a night,” Colon said.
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Radio personality speaks with Belvoir civilians By Adrienne Anderson Staff writer
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Mike Causey, Federal News Radio columnist, speaks to a garrison forum at Thurman Auditorium May 11.
Civilian employees may have some anxiety about the state of federal employment, but Mike Causey, columnist at Federal News Radio, said the angst some may feel is nothing new. During his more than 30 years covering the government, he’s seen it all, he said. Causey spoke to federal employees last week in Thurman Auditorium at the Army Management School on post. When President Ronald Reagan became president, Causey was working at the Washington Post. At the time, they’d said the government would be decimated by reductions, according to Causey. “A funny thing happened, the government got bigger,” Causey said. “When President Bill Clinton became president, many were happy, but he ended up making many decisions that weren’t expected,” Causey said. “Whenever there are threats to government employment, the common “round up the usual suspects” would happen and threats about cutting back
would be made, but it doesn’t usually happen.” Federal workers should have a sense of stability that many in the private sector do not, Causey said. Many businesses have dropped or decreased employees’ retirement plans and health care coverage and decreased employees’ pay or hours. However, there is one thing federal workers can do to ensure they have an added layer of stability. Causey strongly suggested to those who have access to the Thrift Savings Plan that they participate and put aside as much as possible. He suggested, at a minimum, employees put in at least 5 percent. “It’s free money,” he said. Causey suggested that, due to media coverage, things may seem grim, when they really are not. Col. Angie Holbrook, Fort Belvoir Garrison commander, advised the audience to have ongoing discussions with their supervisors about keeping their IDPs, or individual development plans, current and active. Causey said he welcomes dialog and questions via e-mail to mcausey@federalnewsradio.com.
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Local creek cleanup this weekend
Personal Property office closure The Logistics Readiness Center-Belvoir Personal Property Processing Office (PPPO/Outbound Household Goods Counseling Office), at 9910 Tracy Loop, Bldg. 766, will be closed May 26 and 29 for Memorial Day Weekend. Customers can still submit their outbound household goods applications at www.move.mil. The office resumes operations May 30.
News release Sen. Scott Surovell and the Friends of Little Hunting Creek sponsor his annual Little Hunting Creek Cleanup from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Little Hunting Creek is one of the most severely degraded streams in Fairfax County. In 2007, it was named “Fairfax County’s Trashiest Stream” by Fairfax County, which spent more than $50,000 of taxpayer funds removing trash. The area is impacted by many factors that result in significant litter throughout the watershed. Over the last seven years, volunteers have removed more than 200 shopping carts; more than 500 bags of trash; bikes; tires, car seats and a hunting rifle. Additionally, volunteers helped dispose of one large metal jungle gym; a bathtub; a bounce house and numerous liquor and beer cans. An extensive cleanup like this is not possible without the help of the community who take time from their schedules to improve the local environment. This year, volunteers will remove trash and debris from three sites in the uppermost watershed of the creek where it originates in Hybla Valley, including parts that have never been tackled. Volunteers can gain school community service hours; learn about local ecosystems; raise awareness and improve their own community. No one will be turned away. However, volunteers who are able are asked to RSVP, to ensure enough supplies and refreshments, via bit.ly/2017lhc. The cleanup will be staged from three separate locations: Creekside Village Apartments; Janna Lee Avenue to the bridge over the creek; and Mount Vernon Shopping Plaza, near Duron Paint.
Free concert The Alexandria Harmonizers perform a free Armed Forces Day concert of patriotic music at 3 p.m. Saturday. The concert is at the Oswald Durant Center for the Arts, 1605 Cameron St., Old Town Alexandria. The performers, a 100-man chorus, consist largely of veterans, active and retired military and federal employees. They started this tribute in 2014 as a way to honor America’s heroes before their trip to Normandy, France, to perform and participate in the 70th anniversary celebrations of the June 6th D-Day landings of World War II.
Blood drive The next Armed Services Blood Program blood drive on Belvoir is from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. June 12 at the USO Warrior & Family Center. There is typically more of a need for blood donors of all types as summer approaches. Appointments are available using the sponsor code of USO at militarydonor.com. Some walkin donors may be accepted.
Travel, Commuter Show The Community Center and the Northern
Virginia Regional Commission invites the Belvoir Community and surrounding area to take part in the Travel and Commuter Show June 8 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. The event showcases the products from numerous sponsors, travel companies and local attractions; and presents a variety of commuting options for military personnel, government employees and family members. The event will be in the Community Center Ballroom, 10300 Taylor Road, Bldg. 1200. For information, call 703-805-3714.
Annual Memorial Day service The Mid-Atlantic Branch of the 2nd Indianhead Division Association hosts an hour-long Memorial Day Service at 11 a.m. May 29 at the 2nd Division Monument near 17th Street Northwest and Constitution Avenue in Washington, D.C. People who go are asked to arrive 10 minutes early to ensure seating. Info is available from Alan “A.J.” Fojt, 703330-1965, alan.fojt@gmail.com.
Spouse who needs a GED? Have you postponed getting your GED, maybe, due to funds? If so, the GED Spouse Assistance Program is for you. The program pays up to $120 for a GED exam; and up to $280 for Adult Basic Education/Pre-GED Preparation Classes. The cap for reimbursement is $400. This program is sponsored by the Belvoir Thrift Shop. More info and eligibility requirements are available by stopping in Barden Education Center’s Room 138, or calling 703-805-9264.
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