Belvoir Eagle, August 31, 2017 by InsideNoVa

Eagle BELVOIR

Texas Guardsmen rescue citizens from Harvey’s flooding, Page A10-11

www.belvoireagleonline.com

August 31, 2017

Project management office celebrates 50 years By Adrienne Anderson Staff writer Project Manager Expeditionary Energy and Sustainment Systems celebrated its 50th anniversary last week, making it one of the oldest project management offices in existence. Personnel there dedicated and named a conference room after Lt. Col. Joseph Rochefort, the first project manager for Mobile Electric Power. Today, PM E2S2, a Belvoir mission partner, provides power generation and distribution, and force sustainment solutions that support warfighters. The Department of Defense established MEP in 1967 to create standardization of generators, which, at that time, had around 2,000 different types of generators on the battlefield. The organization worked to create the first military standard generator sets followed by a second set of generator called the Tactical Quiet Generator. In 2014, MEP changed its name and mission to Project Manager Expeditionary Energy and Sustainment Systems. Col. Adrian Marsh, project manager of PM E2S2, said this milestone was very important and highlights the relevance of the project management office, despite geological and technological changes. “That is definitely something to be proud of,” he said. “It’s fitting that we named our conference room after Colonel Joseph Rochefort, since his team’s efforts were so impactful at that time that the program not only lived through the Vietnam conflict but remains vital today.” PM E2S2 should take pride in the past 50 years and look toward the future. Fifty years from now, there will be exponential growth similar to what they faced beginning in 1967, he said. Brig. Gen. Brian Cummings, Program Executive Officer for PEO Soldier, also said it was important to look at the past and think about all of the hard work that’s been done over the years and to compare it to where they are today. “You guys are the ones that give our folks, men and women downrange — our contractors, our men and women in uniform of all service branches — the comforts that

Photos by Paul Lara

Brig. Gen. Brian Cummings, Program Executive Officer Soldier, addresses the audience as Project Manager, Expeditionary Energy & Sustainment Systems, E2S2, celebrates its 50th Anniversary at DAU’s Howell Auditorium Aug. 24. they need to do the operations and missions (for) our country,” he said. The amount of work the office gets done is invaluable and valued by leadership who appreciates what the staff does. “Thank you for living up to the core values that you espouse as an organization — integrity, commitment, quality and innovation, because that is the foundation of excellence and that is what I think you represent today,” said Steffanie Easter, acting Army Acquisition Executive. “So, as you think about your 50 years of accomplishment, you should be proud. You should feel a sense of accomplishment and pride. But, you also have to think about what’s ahead of you. You have to think about the foundation that has been raised for you by the people in the front row and those up here on the podium.” She thanked the organization for its numerous accomplishments. “Have that same resolve that got you through the 50 years, have that same resolve as you go toward your next 50 years because there’s no doubt in my mind as I look out at each and every one of you — you are the best that the Army has to offer,” she said. “You’ve shown commitment; you’ve lived your values and there’s nothing better than that.”

Steffanie Easter, right, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army (Acquisition, Logistics and Technology) is coined during recognition of PM E2S2 celebrating its 50th anniversary at DAU Howell Auditorium Aug. 24, as Col. Adrian Marsh, Project Manager, applauds.

O’ CLUB FIRES UP

Photo by Paul Lara A Fort Belvoir MWR Luau at the Officers’ Club concludes with a dramatic fire dance by the Tepua Hio Hio Polynesian dancers Friday. See more pics pages A12-13.

Save the dates! All these events are open to everyone. Pool party Hosted by PWOC 10:30 a.m. to noon North Post Outdoor Pool Open to everyone

Join Scouting Night Girl Scouts; Boy Scouts from K-12 6–8:30 p.m. today Scout Hut, Caples Road

Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band Invincible Spirit Festival concert 5 p.m. today Pullen Track Field Bring blankets and low chairs

Suicide Prevention Month speaker CWO4 Clifford Bauman 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Sept. 7, Thurman Auditorium

Belvoir Eagle August 31, 2017

www.belvoireagleonline.com Jeff McKay, Fairfax County Lee District supervisor, speaks to community and military leaders and the crowd at the Springfield BridgeWalk Tuesday, before renewing a community covenant at American Legion Post 176. Many community members as well as military and civil leadership came to the annual event, which honors the partnership and commitment between Fort Belvoir and the Springfield community.

Belvoir, Springfield celebrate community with BridgeWalk By Adrienne Anderson Staff writer Despite the rain, an indoor version of the Springfield BridgeWalk still happened Tuesday at the American Legion Post 176. Community members, and civilian and military leadership showed up to honor the partnership between Fort Belvoir and Springfield. “This is a representation of community,” said Lt. Col. Christopher Tomlinson, Belvoir’s acting garrison commander. “The interpersonal relationships between all of our organizations on the installation interact each and every day, from the schools to the businesses to the restaurants.” The Springfield community and Belvoir rely on each other to work together, he said, and walking across the bridge – something that’s happened every year up until now – was symbolic of the relationship. “We’re here today to celebrate community, and I hope that all of us are keeping in our thoughts and prayers the people in Texas in what they are going through today; and our award-winning Virginia Task Force 1 from the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department who are in Texas now, helping with support in saving people’s

Photos by Paul Lara

Lt. Col. Christopher Tomlinson, Fort Belvoir acting garrison commander, speaks at the BridgeWalk Tuesday at American Legion Post 176 in Springfield. lives,” said Supervisor Jeff McKay, Lee District, opening up the annual ceremony. McKay discussed many of Springfield’s qualities and good news for the community. The Transportation Security Administration Headquarters will be in Springfield, bringing in 4,000 jobs, he said. This shows the reputation of Fairfax County and Greater Springfield to support federal agencies that protect people and the nation.

Eagle Volume 25 Issue 33

Lt. Col. Christopher Tomlinson, Belvoir acting garrison commander, left, and Fort Belvoir Garrison Command Sgt. Maj. Billie Jo Boersma sign the community covenant. McKay detailed recent revitalization of Springfield that saw construction of the Springfield Mall, road repaving, county investments in parking structure, and school renovations. “There’s a lot that we, as a community, can celebrate in the way we engage civically and how we help other people in our neighborhood,” he said, adding he was thankful for

The Belvoir Eagle is published in cooperation with the Public Affairs Office, 9820 Flagler Road, Fort Belvoir, VA, 22060. To contact the Belvoir Eagle, call 703-805-2019 or 805-5001, or email us at editor@belvoireagleonline.com. Submission deadline is noon Thursday. The Belvoir Eagle is published each Thursday — by HPR-Hemlock LCC d/b/a Northern Virginia Media Services, Leesburg, VA 20176, a private firm in no way connected with the Department of the Army — as a civilian enterprise newspaper in the interest of Fort Belvoir, Va. Views and opinions are those of the writers and do not necessarily reflect the official view of the Department of Defense, Department of the Army, Military District of Washington or Fort Belvoir. Advertisement in this publication, does not constitute endorsement of the products or services by Department of the Army. Everything advertised herein must be made available for purchase, use, or patronage without regard to the race, creed, age, color, sex, or nationality of the purchaser, user, or patron unless precluded by applicable federal, state or local laws. For Classified advertisement information, call 703-771-8831. Belvoir Eagle is a registered trademark. Circulation: 19,000.

Col. Angie K. Holbrook

Margaret Steele

Garrison Commander

Editor

To Advertise in the Eagle:

Terry Ruggles

Contact Rick Bockes: rbockes@insidenova.com or 703-987-0854

Command Sgt. Maj. Billie Jo Boersma Garrison Command Sergeant Major

Stephen Brooks

Assistant Editor

Rick Musselman Sports Editor

Paul Lara Photo Editor

Deputy to the Garrison Commander

Adrienne Anderson

Joe Richard

Sydney Adams

Director of Public Affairs

Page Designer

Staff Writer

the help organizations gave underprivileged children over the summer by providing lunches. “These kids are one of our most important investments in our future and our community came together to make sure no kid would be hungry this summer in a way I’ve never seen in Springfield. And that’s really makes this community what it is and how special it is.”

Send comments and story ideas to editor@belvoireagleonline.com Questions, comments or concerns regarding garrison services? Visit the Interactive Customer Evaluation site at ice.disa.mil. Type in “Fort Belvoir” in the Site Name/Location Search bar to find all the services you can rate. And add your feedback (good and bad) to help Fort Belvoir improve or just say thanks for a job well done. For Fort Belvoir information, call 703-805-3030 or visit www.belvoir.army.mil.

Find Belvoir news at the following:

Belvoir Eagle e-edition

www.belvoireagleonline.com

August 31, 2017 Belvoir Eagle

THE PENFED POWER CASH REWARDS VISA SIGNATURE® CARD

UNLIMITED CASH BACK ON EVERY PURCHASE1 AS AN ACCESS AMERICA CHECKING ACCOUNT HOLDER OR AS A MEMBER OF THE MILITARY.2 OR EARN 1.5% CASH BACK ON EVERY PURCHASE1 WITH NO RESTRICTIONS.

30-YEAR FIXED MORTGAGE

AUTO LOANS BUY OR REFINANCE A NEW CAR

1 2 3 3 Rates as low as:

.49

% APR3 36 MOS

BUY A USED CAR Rates as low as:

.49

% APR3

36 MOS

GET YOUR DREAM HOME TODAY.

.750 % RATE4

.885 % APR4

LOAN AMOUNTS UP TO $100,000. OTHER TERMS AVAILABLE.

I T’S EASY TO APPLY — NO MILITARY SERVICE R EQUIR ED FOR MEMBERSHIP

PenFed.org | 866-367-2921 To receive any advertised product, you must become a member of PenFed Credit Union.

Rate and offers current as of August 28, 2017 and are subject to change. 1. Cash advances, credit card checks and balance transfers do not earn cash rewards. 2. To be eligible to participate in the Honors Advantage program, you must qualify through either: 1) Military service of either the primary or joint borrower (active military service status, a member of the Reserves or National Guard, honorably discharged U.S. Military Veteran or retired from such service) or 2) Ownership of any existing open or newly established PenFed Credit Union checking account product, excluding PenCheck Limited accounts. Member must be primary owner on both credit card and checking account to receive bonus rewards. 3. Rates and offers current as of August 28, 2017, and are subject to change. Your actual APR will be determined at the time of disbursement and will be based on your application and credit information. Not all applicants will qualify for the lowest rate. Rate also depends on amount borrowed and term. Other restrictions, including vehicle age and mileage, may apply. Vehicle weight restrictions apply. Up to 110% financing is available to qualified members for vehicle purchases. One hundred percent financing available for refinanced vehicles. New vehicles are where you are the original owner and the vehicle is a current (2018) or prior model year (2017). New vehicle payment example: $20,000 loan with rate of 1.49% APR, 36 monthly payments of approximately $568.41. Maximum used car loan advance will be determined by PenFed using a NADA value. Used car loan example: $20,000 loan with a rate of 2.49% APR, 36 monthly payments of approximately $577.14. PenFed does not permit internal refinances of an existing PenFed auto loan. 4. Rates and offers are in effect as of August 28, 2017, for new applications, for a limited time, and subject to change without notice. Investment properties are not eligible. Additional terms and conditions apply. 30-Year Fixed Mortgage Payment Example: The information provided assumes the purpose of the loan is to purchase a property with a loan amount of $200,000 and an estimated property value of $267,000. The property is located in Alexandria, VA, and is within Fairfax County. At a 3.750% interest rate, the APR for this loan type is 3.885% and the monthly payment schedule would be 359 payments of $926.23 at an interest rate of 3.750% 1 payment of $926.63 at an interest rate of 3.750%. Payments shown do not include taxes or insurance escrows; actual payments may be greater. The application of additional loan level pricing adjustments will be determined by various loan attributes to include but not limited to the loan-to-value (LTV) ratio, credit score, transaction type, property type, product type, occupancy, and subordinate financing. © 2017 Pentagon Federal Credit Union

www.belvoireagleonline.com

Belvoir Eagle August 31, 2017

Veteran? Have what it takes to be a DA security guard? Belvoir Police conducting mass hiring event By Garrison Public Affairs Belvoir Police host a Department of the Army Security Guard mass hiring/processing event, Sept. 8 from 8 a.m.-1 p.m., at 5815 20th St., Fort Belvoir, Bldg. 213; 2nd Floor. Visitors must enter Belvoir through Tulley Gate and get a one-day pass at the Visitors Center, unless they have a military ID. Visitors need a valid driver’s license to be granted access to Belvoir. Veterans who are interested in applying should bring a valid license; their birth certificate, natu-

ralization paperwork or valid U.S. passport; their DD214 and a detailed resume. Veterans may submit a detailed resume and a DD214 in person or by email to jason.a.overstreet2.mil@mail.mil or damon.l.lawrence.civ@mail.mil. Those who have received a tentative job offer, or TJO, should bring a valid driver’s license and a second form of ID, including a birth certificate, naturalization paperwork or a valid U.S. passport. Department of the Army Security Guard positions fall under the GS-0085-06 series and are assigned under the authority of Joint Force

Headquarters-National Capital Region/Military District of Washington, encompassing duties at Belvoir. DA security guards are responsible for installation access; using physical access control equipment to provide visitor access on military installations. They also safeguard government personnel, information, operations, and critical assets in accordance with a wide variety of federal, agency and local rules, regulations and policies. The positions are covered by the 1996 Lautenberg Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968, which makes people convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence ineligible to apply.

Suicide Prevention Month events September is Suicide Prevention Month and Belvoir’s program manager has a series of events and speakers scheduled throughout the month. Friday and Sept. 13, information booths, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Exchange Sept. 7, National Guard Chief Warrant Officer 4 Clifford Bauman, 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.,

Thurman Auditorium Sept. 8, Retiree Appreciation Day, prevention and educational resources, 8 a.m.–noon, Specker

Sept. 27, Ask, Care, Escort Suicide Intervention (ACE-SI) Training, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m., Barden

Sept. 14, “Audrie and Daisy” documentary, then a SHARP and suicide prevention panel discussion, 9 a.m. Thurman Auditorium

Sept. 28, Andrew O’Brien, Resilience and motivational speaker, 10 a.m. Wood Theater

Sept. 22, #BeThere Resilience Obstacle Challenge, 6 a.m., Graves Obstacle Course

China n e d r a G

Home Upside Down?

We Can Help!

Will NOT Affect Credit Score or Security Clearance $1,000-$10,000 Cash Back at Closing Absolutely No Cost to You! Highly Recommend

Extremely Grateful!

The Best Kept Secret in Real Estate!

“As a Senior Army Oﬃcer, I was much more critical than most, but Sid delivered even more than he promised. He got us an approved short sale with $98,000 of forgiveness with No Hit to my Credit Score or Security Clearance. Plus $10,000 Cash Back at Closing! He also helped us purchase our new home within 1 week.” Superlative Job Sid!

“Our mortgage interest rate increased “I was PCSing, and drastically upside drastically andhouse. our new payment was down on my I had nowhere to going to quickly up all turn. Thank Godeat I read thisour adretireand ment Sid stepped and was calledsavings. Sid! He took care of in, everyable to He sellclosed our home, andwith get over the bank thing. my sale to completely forgive the $106,000 $124,000 of total mortgage forgiveremaining ness, at Nobalance. Cost to He me.also Thishelped serviceus purchase a new home using the did not aﬀect my credit score or$5,000 we received back at closing. security clearance.” SemperHis Fi!service was Very Professional, and Completely Free. He gave us our lives and dignity T. Williamson back!”

“Sid helped us when nobody else could. He got us out from under a house that would have plagued our family for years. Somehow he worked directly with our banks, and sold our house for much less than we owed, with complete forgiveness of all remaining balance. We also received $10,000 Cash at closing. The sale has not aﬀected my credit or security clearance.” R. Gussman

W. Franklin

Helping Good People out of Bad Situations

540-207-0010 Sid Sorenson

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-8255

100 Parkway Blvd. Stafford, Va. 22554 540-659-2414

LUNCH SPECIAL Starting at

$6.65

includes soda

703-339-2250 703-339-2251 703-339-2252 Fax: 703-550-2075

6426 Landsdowne Ctr Alexandria, VA 22315

www.chinagarden3392250.com Minimumn Delivery Charge $12.00

HOURS Mon-Thurs 11:00am - 10:00pm Fri-Sat 11:00am - 10:30pm

www.belvoireagleonline.com

August 31, 2017 Belvoir Eagle

Retiree Appreciation Day Sept. 8 By Adrienne Anderson Staff writer Each year, Fort Belvoir honors retirees with Retiree Appreciation Day. This year, Belvoir’s Retiree Day starts at 8 a.m., Sept. 8 at Specker Field House. “It’s an event to keep the veterans abreast on changes to their benefits and what they are entitled to as a military retiree — them and their dependents,” said Gwendolyn Lott, retirement services officer. From 8 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., vendors from a variety of organizations, and a health fair, are at Specker. Depending on availability next week, the health fair may offer flu shots. One vendor will be Kappa Lambda Chi, a military fraternity, who will hand out school supplies to

active-duty Soldiers who show up in uniform. Mission Barbecue provides lunch from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. After lunch, starting at 1 p.m., activities move to Barden Education Center and include briefings from TRICARE Express Scrips and Benefit Assistances Services. Door prizes will also be available. At 3 p.m. participants can go to the Exchange for a cake-cutting, prize drawings and special discount sales for retirees. “It’s a great event that we host every year,” Lott said. “Our goal is to bring out the vendors to put out information that retirees should know about.” Those interested in attending do not need to register, and simply show up at Specker Field House starting at 8 a.m.

Retiree Appreciation Day Sept. 8 8-11:30 a.m. Mission Barbecue lunch 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Specker Field House 1-3 p.m., briefings, door prizes Barden Education Center

3 p.m. Cake, specials, prizes Belvoir Exchange Retirement Services Officer Gwendolyn Lott 703-806-4551

Of Springfield

OPEN INVITATION TO OUR

Welcome Wednesdays!

EVERY WEDNESDAY 4:00 - 6:30 PM The Crossings at Spring Hill invites you to join us for an open house every Wednesday. You’ll get a glimpse of Lorton’s premier Assisted Living and Memory Care Community, meet our friendly staﬀ, and enj light refreshments all enjoy while nding out how you can Get a New Lease on Life SM. Call 571.348.4970 to RSVP.

TO AND FROM FORT BELVOIR AND SPRINGFIELD METRO

703-451-1970

Leckner Nissan sells New and Certified Preowned Nissans and used vehicles of all makes and models!

WWW. LECKNER.COM

7405 Alban Station Court, Suite B 201 | Springgeld, VA 22150

571.348.4970 | thecrossingsatspringhill.com

Belvoir Eagle August 31, 2017

www.belvoireagleonline.com

MILITARY RETIREES* & ACTIVE-DUTY FAMILIES

There’s a new TRICARE Prime option in Northern Virginia.

Now available at many locations across Northern Virginia. Johns Hopkins is one of the most trusted names in medicine. Now, you can get all of your TRICARE Prime beneﬁts and more with the Johns Hopkins US Family Health Plan, an ofﬁcial, Department of Defense-designated TRICARE Prime option.

Request an information packet or reserve a seat at an information brieﬁng in your area:

1-877-242-1059 ChooseHopkinsInVA.org

*Military retirees under age 65 with TRICARE eligibility can enroll in the Plan. TRICARE is a registered trademark of the Department of Defense, Defense Health Agency. All rights reserved. Notice of Nondiscrimination: Johns Hopkins US Family Health Plan (USFHP) complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. Foreign Language Assistance. Spanish: ATENCIÓN: si habla español, tiene a su disposición servicios gratuitos de asistencia lingüística. Llame al 1-800-808-7347 (TTY: 1-800-201-7165). Chinese: 注意：如果您使用繁體中文，您可以免費獲得語言援助服務。請致電1-800-808-7347 (TTY: 1-800-201-7165).

www.belvoireagleonline.com

August 31, 2017 Belvoir Eagle

1st IO Command supports Belvoir Fisher House By Spc. Derek Christensen 1st Information Operations Command (Land) 1st Information Operations Command (Land) Soldiers and civilians delivered food and companionship to residents of the Fort Belvoir Fisher House, Monday. The effort is a monthly tradition for 1st IO Command and dates back to 2012. The events focus on sharing a meal with military families who are going through challenging times. Sgt. 1st Class Michelle Sison, equal opportunity adviser, 1st IO Command, has led this mission since 2015. “Our goal is to help families who are away from home by removing a burden, one cooked meal at a time,” she said. Sison’s labor has been invaluable to the 1st IO Command’s community outreach program. “Col. Skelton and I are immensely grateful that we have a Fisher House here at Fort Belvoir and that we have a plethora of dedicated volunteers,” said Command Sgt. Maj. Michael Dodson, 1st IO Command. “It’s about supporting those who serve, during their temporary stay in our community.” Overall support from 1st IO Command has been diverse and all-encompassing. Nearly every Army rank on the spectrum has contributed in some way, in addition to countless civilian personnel. Whether it’s via a jar of peanut butter, a gallon of lemonade or a warm batch of macaroni and cheese, 1st IO Command volunteers have been stocking the cupboards and dinner tables of the Fort Belvoir Fisher House since it opened in 2012. The Fisher house helps Service members and their families by providing housing close to loved ones during hospitalization for an illness, disease or injury. In total, there are 72 Fisher Houses on 24 military installations and 29 VA medical cen-

Army photo by Spc. Derek Christensen

Sgt. 1st Class Michelle Sison, 1st IO Command (Land) equal opportunity adviser, prepares dinner for residents at the Fort Belvoir Fisher House. Sison has been a monthly volunteer at the Fisher House since 2015. ters. Since 1990, Fisher House has saved families $360 million by providing over 7 million days of free lodging. Fort Belvoir Community Hospital works in tandem with the Belvoir Fisher House, recognizing families as important members of the health care team. A family’s love is good medicine and the Fisher House works hard to provide a large

dose of it on Belvoir. Roxannamaria Calderon, Fort Belvoir Fisher House manager, is receptive to contributions of all kinds and encourages all people and organizations on Belvoir to volunteer in any way. Aside from food donations, books, movies and anything that makes the stay of those in need more warm and hospitable, are welcome.

AN EDUCATED HOME BUYER…BECOMES A SATISFIED HOMEOWNER

If you are planning to Buy a home

in the next twelve months, you must attend

Join us for a special briefing

The Blended Retirement System

Bob Hummer’s

Free

After a couple of years of discussion and rumors and speculation about changes to the 70-year-old military retirement system, plans for a new system have finally been unveiled. Though it won’t go into effect until 2018, fully understanding the changes will better prepare you to make the right financial decisions now and when the transition occurs.

5 p.m. Thursday, September 14, 2017 Franconia Moose Lodge 7701 Beulah Street Alexandria, VA 22315

Home Buyer Seminar Strayer University, Woodbridge Campus

Free Home Buyer Seminar – No Obligation!

September 9, 201714,102017 a.m. - p.m. 12:30 p.m. January January 14, 2017 12:30 12:30 p.m. Strayer Strayer University Woodbridge Campus University Woodbridge Strayer University Woodbridge Campus Campus 13385 Minnieville Minnieville Road (NearHome Home Depot) Depot) 13385 Minnieville Road (Near Depot) 13385 Road (Near Home

Feb 11 April 8 June 10 Aug 5 Oct 14 Everyone To Mar 11 11 MayWelcome 6 July 8 8 Sep 9 9Attend! Nov 18 18 Mar May 6 July Sep Nov Feb 11

Pizza and refreshments provided Space is limited — please let us know that you’ll attend. RSVP to Hilary Chin, 703.658.2943 or e-mail hcchin@firstcommand.com. First Command Financial Services

5285 Shawnee Road, Suite 305, Alexandria, VA 22312 703.658.2943 · www.firstcommand.com

Bob Hummer Associate Broker

June 10

Aug 5

Oct 14

Benefits BenefitsofofAttending Attending

• Reduced Closing Costs Reduced Closing Costs •• Free Free Home Home Buyer Buyer Analysis Analysis •• Reduced Closing Costs Comprehensive Reference Material Material •• Free Free Credit Credit Report Report •• Comprehensive Reference • Free Home Buyer Analysis Free Listing Listing Book Book Real Real Estate Estate Search Search Engine Engine Subscription Subscription • Free • • Comprehensive Reference Material Your Personal Personal Buyer Buyer Agent Agent •• Your bob@military-realestate.com toll free free • Free Credit Report 888-453-1836 toll Selling? Selling? Attend Attend Bob’s Bob’s acclaimed acclaimed Monthly Monthly Free Free Home Home Seller Seller www.military-realestate.com bob@military-realestate.com bob@military-realestate.com • Free Listing Book Real Estate Search Engine Subscription Seminar. Schedule on website. website. Seminar. Schedule on www.bobhummer.com www.military-realestate.com www.military-realestate.com Follow me on Twitter @Bhumm • Your Personal Buyer Agent www.bobhummer.com www.bobhummer.com Associate Broker

top producer LLifetime ifetime t op p roducer 703-878-HUMM (4866) (4866)

4500 Pond Pond Way, Way, Suite Suite 220 220 4500 Woodbridge, VA VA 22192 22192 Woodbridge, 131-INV ©2017 First Command Financial Services, Inc., parent of First Command Financial Planning, Inc. (Member SIPC, FINRA).

April 8

Licensed in VA

Selling? Attend Bob’s acclaimed Monthly Free Home Seller Seminar. Schedule on website.

Belvoir Eagle August 31, 2017

www.belvoireagleonline.com

August 31, 2017 Belvoir Eagle

Photos by Paul Lara

Families walk laps at the Belvoir track during Summer Send-off, the last weekend before school resumes. The event ended the Belvoir library’s summer reading programs for youth and teens.

Summer Send-off – fun for all

Isiah Daly enters his raffle ticket to win a bicycle at Summer Send-off on Fort Belvoir’s Pullen Field, Saturday. Completing laps around the field and other exercises earned more raffle tickets for participants.

Dominic Arroyo, 10, gets a peek into a Fort Belvoir Police car near the South Post Fire Station during Saturday’s Summer Send-off.

Fort Belvoir Firefighter Marc Somers explains the safety equipment on the hazardous material truck at the Summer Send-off, Saturday.

Charlie Blackburn, 2, right, and Ryan Burris, 3, do the low-crawl exercise during Summer Send-off.

Josiah Williams, 5, smiles when he first sees his pirate face at Summer Send-off at Pullen Field. The activities capped the last weekend before local schools started this week.

Sports BELVOIR EAGLE

B Section

and Recreation

August 31, 2017

MWR hosts Performance Triad Coaches seminar By Rick Musselman Sports Editor Unit leaders representing several mission partners assigned to Belvoir learned and refined the principles and applications of the Army’s Performance Triad during a special training seminar last week at the Kawamura Human Performance Center. The event, coordinated by Joe Castro, KHPC supervisory sports specialist, gave 12 people on post a chance to learn about and share with Soldiers in their respective units the principles of the Performance Triad (P3), a keystone element of the Total Army and Ready and Resilient doctrines that stresses the importance of maintaining a balance between sleep, physical activity and nutrition.

Continued on page B3

Photo by Rick Musselman

Unit leaders representing several mission partners assigned to Belvoir learn the principles and applications of the Army’s Performance Triad from Joe Castro, Kawamura Human Performance Center supervisory sports specialist, Friday at the KHPC.

Commander’s Cup entering final stretch By Rick Musselman Sports Editor

File photos by Rick Musselman

FBCH’s Intramural Soccer Team poses with the FY17 championship trophy after downing DLA 3-2, June 8 at Fremont Field. The unit leads the FY17 rankings with 193 overall points heading into the season’s final two events.

Continued on page B3

Now that Fort Belvoir’s intramural sports teams have wrapped up the bowling and golf championships, the installation’s annual Commander’s Cup title race is entering its most dynamic and competitive stretch, which includes the swim meet and the season-culminating cross-country run. This year’s finale promises to be a nail-biter showdown between a seasoned champion and an up-and-coming challenger that’s showing no signs of intimidation. These two critical contests are known for making or breaking units’ campaigns and FY17 looks to be no exception. Belvoir Hospital, at the top of the field with 193 total points, has led the rankings throughout the season after booking victories in Combatives, flag football, tennis and soccer; and the runner-up trophy in bowling. But, FBCH’s successes have hardly put the powerhouse unit in the clear for its third consecutive title. Nipping at its heels this season has been an up-and coming squad that has demonstrated its resolve since it finished third last year.

Timeout

Bird talk By Rick Musselman Sports Editor Last week, I covered the intramural golf tournament and about an hour into it, as I was framing a photo, I saw this medium-sized black bird with a bright orange beak and equally radiant yellow feet dart past. A great feeling of dismay and consternation immediately blossomed, transporting back to my college days and an event that still haunts me. That year, there was a girl in my writing course who happened to own a Mynah bird (with a bright orange beak and radiant yellow feet) which she frequently brought to school with her. Usually, he’d sit peacefully on her shoulder, occasionally throwing his two cents into the discussion in staccato chirps or high-pitched whistles. As such, he became a popular attraction on campus. Well, about halfway through the class, a thunderstorm kicked up outside. When a particularly sonorous clap rattled the windows, this bird decided to freak, taking to flight (which I didn’t know they could do) while unleashing one of the most articulately delivered fusillades of profanity (all the words) I’d ever heard. As he flapped around, getting into people’s hair and knocking papers on the floor, the classroom became a hornet’s nest of panic. It was then I remembered something I’d read somewhere, how sprinkling salt on a bird’s tail is, in fact, no way to catch him; indeed, you’ve got to wet his feathers so he can’t fly. I noticed a wisteria plant on the windowsill, along with a sprayer bottle. Always one committed to restoring order and, at that age, making an impression on the ladies), I grabbed the bottle, waited for him to light on a desk, and then I gave him the works, leaving him indignantly walking around on the desk. Suddenly feeling invincible, I presented my index finger and he climbed up onto it (no hard feelings either, I thought). “There, y’all, everything’s gonna be al—,” was all I managed before he dug his talons in, shook his feathers off and flew over to his owner’s shoulder again. What he called me would make your hair stand on end. So, if we do indeed have a Mynah bird running around here (well, flying), we’ve got trouble coming.

Belvoir Eagle August 31, 2017

www.belvoireagleonline.com

File photos by Rick Musselman

Belvoir Eagles forward, Robert Kearney, drives inside for a short-range shot during his team’s WAMAC men’s division showdown with the Fort Lee Travelers, Feb. 9 at Graves Fitness Center. Tryouts for the 2017-18 season run Sept. 18-21 and Sept. 25-29, at Wells Field House, starting at 7 p.m. nightly.

Fort Belvoir Eagles point guard, Anthony Johnson, plows inside for a layup during his team’s week-9 WAMAC showdown with the JBLE Raptors, March 5 at Wells Field House. Tryouts for the 2017-18 season run Sept. 18-21 and Sept. 2529, at Wells Field House, starting a 7 p.m. nightly.

Post-level hoops teams forming By Rick Musselman Sports Editor With a new Washington Area Military Athletics Conference basketball season right 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, when tryouts run Sept. 18 - 21, and Sept. 25 – 28, 7 – 8:30 p.m. at Wells Field House The Fort Belvoir Eagles men’s and women’s basketball teams are perennial contenders in the WAMAC and field some of the area’s finest athletes each year. League coordinators are planning the season and coaches will have their eyes open during tryouts for the best talent to represent the post. WAMAC is the official athletics organization for Service members and civilians representing several area military installations from every service branch. The Belvoir basketball teams — the Eagles and the Lady Eagles— compete annually in match ups played Saturdays and Sundays throughout the winter. The WAMAC season ends with a major double-elimination championship. During the tryout cycle, Herb Marshall, Eagles head coach, gives new and returning players a chance to demonstrate their abilities in an extensive array of drills that in-

clude three-man down-court passing; free throws; layups; mid-range and three-point jumpers and manto-man exercises; and grueling defensive maneuvers. Marshall said playing sports in the WAMAC is the highest achievement a military athlete can reach and as such, every player who comes out each year has to show him they’ve got what it takes — and that includes roster veterans. “The returning players have an edge, but they still have to show me they can do it,” he said. “With new units and organizations in town, there are a lot of new athletes; there can always be a new player who can perform as well or better,” he said. “Our mission is first getting a full team together and to practice on a consistent basis so we can work on the game plan and correct some of the deficiencies from previous games. Practice also builds the synergy needed for military basketball at this level. You have to be prepared; it’s more than just a game at this level.” The Belvoir Eagles WAMAC basketball teams play home games at Wells and Graves Fitness Center on North Post. For more information about the Fort Belvoir Eagles sports organizations and the upcoming season, call Marshall at 703-798-0842 or email Herbert.D.Marshall@nga.mil.

Belvoir Eagles forward, Rodney Monroe, drives inside for a high-altitude lay-in during his team’s WAMAC men’s basketball showdown with the NSA Bethesda Warriors, Feb, 11 at Wells Field House.

www.belvoireagleonline.com Triad Coaches seminar, continued from page B1 According to Sgt. 1st Class David Rosen, System for Health and Performance Triad NCOIC, the seminar aimed to improve comprehensive fitness levels across the force, among Soldiers and family members. “The Performance Triad Coach Course is a 16hour class over two days to selected members of the Total Army family, teaching the tools and techniques for making small improvements to health and readiness,” Rosen said. “P3 is designed to be simple and flexible and to make it easy to transfer basic Sleep, Activity, and Nutrition knowledge to those who don’t have any. “Those with a good base get more of the use out of the class. The objective is to increase readiness, measured by the Army Physical Fitness test score, Medical Readiness Categories levels, and utilization rates at Military Treatment Facilities

August 31, 2017 Belvoir Eagle

for preventable and overuse injuries,” he said. The Triad is the foundation for Army Medicine’s transformation to a System for Health, a partnership among Soldiers; families; leaders; health teams and communities to promote readiness, resilience and responsibility. The focus of the Performance Triad is on Sleep, Activity, and Nutrition, key actions that influence health in the “lifespace” of time not spent with a healthcare provider. As a result, the biggest impact on health is made by making better choices in our lifespace. Sleep is critical in achieving optimal physical, mental and emotional health; however, demands often make it difficult to get sufficient sleep. In training and on the battlefield, inadequate sleep impairs many mission-essential abilities, like detecting and determining threat levels and coordinating squad tactics. Getting optimal sleep starts with learning and practicing good sleep habits before, during and after deployment. Physical fitness and activity are crucial to ensuring our Soldiers perform as elite athletes.

Practicing principles of safe and effective training are vital to maintaining physical readiness, preventing injuries and improving general health. The Triad informs Soldiers and leaders on how to practice safe running, use proper resistancetraining techniques, prevent overtraining, and increase daily physical activity, among other key topics. Eating or fueling for performance enables top-level training, increases energy and endurance, shortens recovery time between activities, improves focus and concentration and helps leaders and Soldiers look and feel better. For Soldiers, it is especially imperative to build an eating strategy that complements the mission’s requirements. The Triad’s guidance on nutrition for performance teaches Soldiers about the key nutrients needed to complete mission tasks, describes refueling techniques, and details strategies for creating a nutrition plan. For more information about the Performance Triad, call Joe Castro at 703-806-4659 or email joseph.r.castro23.naf@mail.mil.

Commander’s Cup, continued from page B1 After taking home first-place prizes in formation run, bowling and golf, and earning runner-up trophies in tennis, soccer and softball, the unit has amassed 184 points heading into the last two events. Sitting in third place, the U.S. Army Legal Services Agency has stayed in the hunt with a victory in racquetball, a runner-up distinction in formation run, and a third-place finish in tennis to carry 148 points forward. If history is any indication of things to come, both FBCH and DLA still have their work cut out for them. For all intents and purposes, DTRA is unbeatable in the water, bringing down 10 consecutive swim-meet titles. However, DTRA’s current point tallies have effectively (and uncharacteristically) taken the most successful unit on the installation out of contention for the Cup this year. That means FBCH and DLA swimmers will need to show up with full rosters and every ounce of resolve they have in their respective arsenals to secure the runner-up title, unless, of course, one of the current rankings leaders can pull of an unprecedented upset. DLA took second place behind DTRA in FY16, with USALSA coming in third. In terms of the cross country run, USALSA fields some of the ablest runners on the installation, having claimed back-to-back titles in 2013 and 2014, and formation run victories in 2012, 2013 and 2015. The legal team remains the undisputed favorite going into the season closer. Will FBCH be able to cling to its shrinking advantage and take possession of a third victory in four years? Has DLA decided it’s time to take its place in the hall of champions? Can USALSA claim back-toback late-season wins to pull off a miracle comeback? However the culminating events

File photo by Rick Musselman

The DLA intramural soccer squad poses for a photo with the runner-up trophy after taking on FBCH in the FY17 championship final, June 8 at Fremont Field. The unit is currently sitting in second place in the overall Commander’s Cup rankings, trailing defending champion FBCH by only 9 points with two events remaining in the season. play out, the remainder of the 2017 Commander’s Cup season promises to unfold as a high-octane sprint to the winner’s circle. For tournament schedules, visit http://belvoir.armymwr.com/us/bel voir/programs/fitness-facilities. For 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 title race, call Justin Fitzgerald, league coordinator and sports facility manager, 703-806-5093. Athletes can also contact their respective unit representative for sign-up information and scheduling details.

Current FY17 Commander’s Cup Standings

5th place 249th Engineer Battalion, 109 points

1st place FBCH, 193 points

Upcoming events

2nd place DLA, 184 points

Swim Meet Sept. 21 Benyaurd Indoor Pool

3rd place USALSA, 148 points 4th place DTRA, 124 points

Cross Country Run Sept. 26 Golf Club

Belvoir Eagle August 31, 2017

www.belvoireagleonline.com

File photos by Rick Musselman

Canines from across the Belvoir community get in some late-summer fun at the 2016 MWR Pooch Plunge. This year’s event is Sept. 9 at the O’ Club Pool.

George enjoys a mid-morning swim with his favorite toy in tow during the MWR Pooch Plunge, last year at Fort Belvoir’s Connelly Outdoor Pool Complex.

Annual Pooch Plunge set for Sept. 9 By Rick Musselman Sports Editor Fort Belvoir’s Connelly Outdoor Pool at the Officers’ Club “goes to the dogs,” Sept. 9 when MWR wraps up another summer swim season with the Pooch Plunge, a chance for canine community members to get in one last dip before fall. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and the cost is $3 per dog. “This event is an opportunity to give patrons and their dogs a little fun in the outdoors,” said Romel Voellm, Community Center director. More than 50 members of Belvoir’s canine community enthusiastically took to Connelly Pool to celebrate the Pooch Plunge dog swim in 2016. Dogs great and small — from Saint Bernards, German shepherds and golden retrievers to pugs, poodles, terriers and Yorkies — spent the day enjoying the end-of-summer celebration with more than 100 of their human family members. According to Voellm, the event is one of the year’s most popular celebrations. “We usually have at least 50 dogs come to this,” he said. “This is one of my favorite events. We also have some contests, like the ice cream eating, best costume and best trick events. It’s just a lot of fun.” The event usually proves to be just as enjoyable among the dogs’ owners as it is for the canines. “He loves this,” said Shelly Pond of her white Labradoodle, George. “We did the Pooch Plunge last year. He’s been swimming since he was a puppy.” “Orly took a little time to get used to swimming,” added Sarah Ettinger of her black and grey retriever. “We got her in September, so we kept trying to get her to swim in the middle of winter, in ponds. Orly spent most of her time retrieving her main toy—a duck decoy—and Ettinger added that the choice of playthings was no coincidence. “Her natural-aptitude test is coming up in a couple of weeks so we hope she continues to challenge herself.” The Pooch Plunge is the one day out of the year

Holly executes a crowd-pleasing leap from the diving board during the 2016 MWR Pooch Plunge, Sept. 10. The 2017 event is Sept. 9 at Fort Belvoir’s Connelly Outdoor Pool Complex. Dogs entering the costume contest must sign when the dogs can enjoy free reign over the pool, diving into the water to retrieve toys and balls, up, with their costumes by 9:30 a.m. on event day. The official rules for the Pooch Plunge are as swimming laps, enjoying a snack or two or just interacting with their fellow animals on a warm follows: • Owner must watch their dog at September day. all times. Coordinators from DFMWR and the Commu• Patrons may not swim or wade nity Center put the event together and volunin the water at any time. teers from the American Red Cross often make • Dogs must have their rabies ID the rounds answering questions and providing tag on their collars. information on the services the organization pro• Owners must clean up after vides with its many canine volunteers. their dogs. The Pooch plunge is open to all members of the • Dogs must behave. community. The Connelly Outdoor Pool Complex • Aggressive dogs will not be at the Officers’ Club is at 5500 Schulz Circle. tolerated. There will be no make-up day in the event of For more information about Pooch Plunge, call inclement weather and food will not be available Voellm at 703-805-9239, email romel.e.voellm. on-site for this event, Voellm added. naf@mail.mil, or call 703-805-2620.

www.belvoireagleonline.com

August 31, 2017 Belvoir Eagle

T E W BASEMENT?

FOUNDATION REPAIRâ&#x20AC;¢CRAWL SPACE ENCAPSULATION BASEMENT WATERPROOFING SETTLING FOUNDATION CRACKED BRICKS UNEVEN FLOORS NASTY CRAWL SPACE

ROTTED WOOD MUSTY SMELLS STICKING WINDOWS CRACKED DRYWALL

$500 Off!*

WET BASEMENT BOUNCY FLOORS MOLD & FUNGUS BUGS & RODENTS

*Any job over $3000. Good only when presented at time of free inspection. Not to be combined with any other offer.

Owned & Operated by Professional Engineers!

www.jeswork.com

Stella & Jesse Waltz, P.E., Owners

FREE INSPECTION & ESTIMATE!

MC46166-01

Call 888-579-7454 Today!

Belvoir Eagle August 31, 2017

www.belvoireagleonline.com

Sports and Recreation Briefs This week Pick-up dodgeball

PERFORMANCE TRIAD COACHES SEMINAR

Sports and Fitness invites the Belvoir Community to participate in a new, pick-up dodgeball league at Wells Field House. Dodgeball will be 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.

Upcoming 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. The clinic start date is Tuesday. Clinics will consist of warm-up, technical, practical and sports conditioning segments. Beginner sessions will be from 5 – 6 p.m. and intermediate 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 an 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, 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.

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 are Tuesday and Sept. 7. Call the Golf Shop, 703-806-5878, to register or for more information.

Pooch Plunge Connelly Outdoor Pool invites all socialized dogs to a Pooch Plunge Pool Party to close out the summer. The event is Sept. 9, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Connolly Outdoor Pool Complex at the Officers’ Club, 5500 Schulz Circle. There are contests occurring throughout the day which will include a dog ice cream eating competition, best dog trick and best dog costume. The cost is $3 per dog. No registration required. Call 703-805-2620 for more information.

Intramural Swimming Championship Benyaurd Indoor Swimming Pool will host the 2017 Intramural Swimming Championship, Sept. 21 at 5 p.m. There is an organizational meeting, Aug. 30 at 1 p.m. at Benyaurd Indoor Pool. The entry deadline is Sept. 8 at 5 p.m. Eligible patrons include active duty and DoD civilians assigned to Fort Belvoir. Call Benyaurd Pool, 703-805-2620, for more information.

Fort Belvoir Golf Club Member-Guest Tournament The Golf Club invites everyone to participate in the 2017 Member-Guest Golf Tournament, Sept. 23 - 24. This is a 2-person team event played over 36 holes on both courses. Gunston Course will be played Sept. 23, and the Woodlawn Course will be

Photo by Rick Musselman

Unit leaders during an Army Performance Triad seminar, Friday at the Kawamura Human Performance Center.

played Sept. 24. A full breakfast is included for both days, along with a tournament party with great food on Saturday, and a BBQ at the clubhouse for the awards ceremony on Sunday. On both days, participants will enjoy a hole-in-one contest; closest-to-the-hole contests on all par-3 holes; and hamburgers, hot dogs and beverages will be available during tournament play. The entry fee is $200 per team ($100 per person) and the sign up deadline is Sept. 17, at 6 p.m. For more information, contact the Golf Club at 703806-5878 or visit belvoir.armymwr.com.

MWR and Fort Belvoir Community Hospital Breast Cancer Awareness 5k October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. MWR and the Fort Belvoir Community Hospital invite the Belvoir community to a 5K Run/Walk, Oct. 21 to raise awareness for breast cancer and show support for those affected. Breast cancer affects over 200 thousand patients annually, and early detection is an important element of improving survival. The race will start at 8 a.m. and conclude with a Fort Belvoir Community Hospital presentation. The start and end location will be the Fort Belvoir Community 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 will be offering 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 will

be Mondays and Wednesdays, Nov. 1 – 20; and evening classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, Nov. 2 – 21. In December, classes will be Monday and Wednesday mornings, Dec. 4 - 20 and Tuesday and Thursday evenings, Dec. 5 - 21. Times for classes are varied by skill level. Lessons will be for 3 weeks, totaling 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 will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration for October lessons is open Sept. 18 – 29. For additional information, call Benyaurd Indoor Pool, 703-805-2620, or visit the aquatics page on Belvoir.armymwr.com for full details.

American Red Cross Lifeguard Class Benyaurd Indoor Pool offers American Red Cross Lifeguard Classes. Class dates are Nov. 3 – 5 and 10 – 12; Jan. 19 – 21 and 26 – 28; Feb. 9 – 11 and 16 – 18; March 9 – 11 and 16 – 18; and April 13 – 15 and 20 – 22. 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 prerequisites or more information.

Turkey Trot 5K/10K The Turkey Trot 5K/10K is Fort Belvoir’s premier race of the year and will be held on 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/fitness-facilities 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

Continued on page B7

www.belvoireagleonline.com

August 31, 2017 Belvoir Eagle

Sports and Recreation Briefs Continued from page B6 day of the run. Eligible participants include all active-duty 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 Walking Across the USA Walking across the USA is a 12-week program in which participants record their miles each day after using a treadmill, elliptical, bike, track or outdoor trail. The program runs through Sunday. Each participant uses log-in sheets to track their progress. Miles are tracked at the Body Shop and Graves Fitness Center. In addition, a map of the USA will pinpoint locations and be updated Mondays. There are three categories: elliptical, bike, and walking (treadmill, track, or outdoor trail). First-place finishers with the most miles in each category 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 703-806-3100 for more information.

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 As-

Registration open for 24/7 Graves Fitness Center access

sociate 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 703-806-5878.

Graves Fitness Center is accessible to registered Fort Belvoir community members, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Sign up for all-access 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.

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.

Monthly and weekly aerobics class passes Sports and Fitness offers aerobics classes Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at Wells Field House, 1810 Goethals Road, except Spin classes at Graves Fitness Center, 2116 Abbott Road. Monday schedule: Pilates at 10:30 a.m. and Indoor Cycling at 11:45 a.m. Tuesday schedule: HITT at 10:30 a.m., Extreme Core at 11:30 a.m., and Yoga at noon. Wednesday schedule: Body Pump at 10:30 a.m. and Indoor Cycling at 11:45 a.m. Thursday schedule: Zumba at 10:30 a.m. Extreme Core at 11:30 a.m., and Yoga at noon. Unlimited monthly passes are $20 and an unlimited weekly passes are $7 and are available at Graves Fitness Center or at the Body Shop, 1023 12th Street. For more information, call 703-806-4430. Visit the Sports and Fitness page at belvoir.armymwr. com for detailed class descriptions.

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.

Is Your Roof Trying to Tell You Something? Call Roo Long fing !

SCALLOPED EDGE

LIMITED TIME ONLY Roofing trouble popping up like tulips now that winter is over? Listen to your roof and call Long Roofing today! g g

50 Year Full Replacement Value Warranty Select ShingleMaster Earned by Only 1% of the Nation’s Roofers Traditional Asphalt Shingles, Architectural, Designer & Luxury Styles, and Flat Roofing Many Colors & Options

888-880-4248

MONTHLY PAYMENTS AS LOW AS

ASPHALT SHAKES

NO PAYMENTS, NO INTEREST FOR

DESIGNER SLATE

FREE ESTIMATES

DESIGNER PREMIUM SHINGLES

1 year!

Expires 5/20/17. Valid initial visit only. Min. purchase required. Cannot be combined with other offers. OAC thru GreenSky.

A TRUSTED NAME SINCE 1945

LongRoofing.com

Licensed, Bonded, Insured MHIC 51346, VA 2705048183A, DC 67006785, PA 115431

ARCHITECTURAL SHINGLES

We build Trust and Peace of Mind into every Long Roof

LUXURY SHINGLES

Belvoir Eagle August 31, 2017

www.belvoireagleonline.com

JUST ANNOUNCED:

1,000

APPRECIATION CASH

FOR ACTIVE MILITARY, VETERANS AND RETIREES* TRANSFERABLE WITHIN HOUSEHOLDS

FUSION

F-150

ESCAPE

BuyFordNow.com •Ford Military Appreciation Cash available for active, retired and veteran members of an eligible military branch, spouses/surviving spouses and household members. Available on purchase or lease of any new and eligible 2016/2017 Ford vehicle. Not available on Focus RS, Mustang Shelby® GT350/GT350R, Ford GT and Raptor. May not be used with other Ford private oﬀers. Limit of 5 purchases or leases. U.S. residents only. Take new retail delivery from dealer stock by 9/5/17. See dealer or go to fordsalutesthosewhoserve.com for complete details and eligibility.

A10 Belvoir Eagle August 31, 2017

www.belvoireagleonline.com

Texas Guardsmen assist, rescue fellow citizens from Harvey’s flooding By Jim Garamone Defense Media Activity Weather forecasters report the remnants of Hurricane Harvey are causing “catastrophic flooding” in Southeastern Texas, as 3,000 Texas State Guard and Texas National Guardsmen have been called up to help their fellow citizens, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said during a news conference in Austin, Texas. Harvey has been downgraded to a tropical storm, but the National Weather Service says the rain will continue. “This is really going to be an event that is going to continue to worsen,” said Daniel Porter, of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Harvey is the strongest storm to hit Texas since 1961, Abbott said. The governor said the federal government has provided all the assets the state has asked for to combat the storm. The Federal Emergency Management Agency is the lead federal agency working with the state and local officials, as 19 counties in the region have been declared disaster areas. During a National Incident Communication Conference Call on Hurricane Harvey Saturday, FEMA requested the Defense Department provide a search and rescue package to the area. This consists of two planners; nine helicopters; two, fixed-wing

aircraft and refuelers; and pararescue teams to operate from Joint Reserve Air Force Base in Fort Worth, Texas. In addition, DoD was asked to provide 11 generators and 50,000 gallons of gas and 50,000 gallons diesel to Fort Hood, Texas. Hurricane Harvey made landfall in Corpus Christi late Friday, bringing fierce winds and heavy rain. About 900 members of the Texas Army National Guard were positioned throughout the state ahead of the storm at the governor’s request. The activation includes members of the Texas National Guard, the Texas State Guard with the Texas Military, officials said. UH-60 Black Hawk and UH-72 Lakota air crews remain in position and on standby in Austin and San Antonio to help with emergency search and rescue, swift-water rescues and emergency evacuations. In addition, multiple Texas Army National Guard ground transportation teams have been activated to support local and state agencies with any request for swiftwater rescues, high-water ground transportation and personnel evacuation needs. “This is what we train for,” said Brig. Gen. Patrick M. Hamilton, commander of the Domestic Operations Task Force. “And we’re proud to stand beside our civilian partners, first responders and volunteers to serve the citizens of Texas.”

National Guard photos by Lt. Zachary West

A Texas National Guardsman carries a resident from her flooded home during Hurricane Harvey in Houston, Sunday.

See more photos page A11

FREE! Phillips Sonicare Electric Toothbrush For All New Patients! Offer valid until 09.30.17 Cannot be combined with any other offers.

Family & Cosmetic Dentistry

Have you always wanted to try the guitar, or are you looking for tips to improve your technique? Musicians of all skill levels are invited to bring their own guitar or try one of ours in this new ten-week series of guitar lessons with Glen McCarthy, guitar instructor at the Potomac Arts Academy and at George Mason University, who has shared his expertise with the community during Veterans Day events at the Hylton Center. FREE to Veterans, Servicemembers, their families, and military caregivers Lessons are also open to the general public for a $250 fee.

We are in-network providers for the TRICARE Dental Program under United Concordia We are contracted with most PPO Insurances!

SPECIAL OFFER Sponsors:

Potomac Arts Academy

On September 5, October 3, and November 7 from 8 to 9 p.m. complimentary sample guitar workshops will be open to everyone. Stop by and bring a friend! Info & registration: HyltonCenter.org/veterans Questions: Hylton@gmu.edu

Mt. Vernon | Ft. Belvoir

8403 Richmond Highway, Suite I Alexandria, VA 22309 (703) 360-1070

Lake Ridge

Old Town

12500 Lake Ridge Drive Woodbridge, VA 22192 (703) 494-3176

1500 King Street., Suite 300 Alexandria, VA 22314 (703) 683-6688

NovaDentalPartners.com

www.belvoireagleonline.com

National Guard photos by Lt. Zachary West

Texas National Guard Soldiers help residents affected by flooding caused by Hurricane Harvey in Houston, Sunday.

Texas National Guardsmen work with emergency responders by evacuating a resident on a stretcher affected by Hurricane Harvey during search and rescue operations near Victoria, Texas, Sunday.

August 31, 2017 Belvoir Eagle A11

A Texas National Guardsman carries a resident from her flooded home during Hurricane Harvey in Houston, Sunday.

Texas National Guard Soldiers help residents affected by flooding caused by Hurricane Harvey in Houston, Sunday.

Experience Assisted Living Like Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve Never Seen Before! SM

Third National ROCKS Inc. Golf Outing

SALUTES

Those Who Served

Co-hosted by The National Board & ROCKS DC Chapter

Friday, October 6, 2017 Sign in 7AM - Shot Gun Start 9:00AM Fort Belvoir Golf Club 8450 Beulah St #2920 Fort Belvoir, VA 22060

Veteran and Government Employee Specials Players and Sponsors Sign Up Online - Help Support MWR WWW.ROCKSINC.ORG

For Additional Information Contact COL (Ret) Lucretia McClenney lucretiamc@gmail.com or (703) 915-6446 The ROCKS Inc. is organized and operated exclusively for charitable purposes. The organization has positioned itself as an essential leader in mentoring and coaching to members of the Army Officer Corps, ROTC and Academy Cadets, and DA Civilians. The ROCKS Inc. is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization

ACCEPTING RESERVATIONS 4151 Old Bridge Rd., Woodbridge, VA 22192 (571) 402-1870 TributeatAtTheGlen.com Hello@TributeatAtTheGlen.com

A12 Belvoir Eagle August 31, 2017

www.belvoireagleonline.com

Pau na mea hula! (Everybody dance!)

Photos by Paul Lara

Performers with the Tepua Hio Hio Polynesian Dance Troupe finish with a flourish at the annual Luau, Friday.

Performers with the Tepua Hio Hio Polynesian Dance Troupe perform a traditional Hawaiian hula dance at the O Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Luau Friday.

Download for free savings at hundreds of local restaurants.

USE PROMO CODE:

NOVA

iOS | Android

www.belvoireagleonline.com

August 31, 2017 Belvoir Eagle A13

Men at the MWR Luau learn a traditional battle dance from Tepua Hio Hio Polynesian dancers.

Children at the Luau learn a traditional Hawaiian dance by the Tepua Hio Hio Polynesian dancers, Friday.

The Tepua Hio Hio Polynesian dancers perform the hula at MWRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual Luau at the Officersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Club.

TRICARE Approved Residential Programs for Children and Adolescents Trailblazers Program for boys ages 12 - 17 focuses on the treatment of child and adolescent boys who suffer from emotional, behavioral, and psychiatric disorders. Sunrise Program for girls ages 12 - 17 provides structured and nurturing treatment for child and adolescent females.

www.northspringleesburg.com 42009 Victory Lane Leesburg, VA 20176 703-777-0800

www.belvoireagleonline.com

A14 Belvoir Eagle August 31, 2017

Now showing at Wood Theater TODAY 6:30 p.m. The Emoji Movie, PG FRIDAY 6:30 p.m. Transformers: The Last Knight, PG-13

SEPT. 7, closed SEPT. 8 6:30 p.m. The Big Sick, R

SATURDAY 2 p.m. The Emoji Movie, PG 5 p.m. Dunkirk, PG-13 Wood Theater is in Bldg. 2120 on Abbot Road. Adult general admission tickets are $6, $8 for 3D, $8 for first-run movies and $10 for first-run 3D movies. Child tickets are $3.50, $5.50 for 3D, $5.50 for first-run movies and $7.50 for first-run 3D movies. Credit and debit cards may be used for the amount of purchase only. For more information, call 703-806-5237.

Exchange hours for Labor Day The following are hours for Belvoir Exchange facilities on Labor Day, Monday. Main store, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. North Post Express, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. South Post Express, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Military Clothing and Fort A.P. Hill, closed Food court Popeye’s, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Legal Assistance Office closes at noon Friday and is closed all day Monday for Labor Day. The office reopens Tuesday.

Tax volunteers needed

• Laser Dentistry • Hospital Dentistry • Baby & Infant Frenectomy

• Fun and Safe Environment • After Hours Emergency Care • Caring for the Special Needs Patients • Nitrous Oxide, and Oral and IV Sedation

7841-F Rolling Road Springfield, VA 22153 703-455-1339 www.precious-smiles.com

• Comprehensive Dentistry and Orthodontics

We care for your precious smiles! Insurances Accepted

South Post Burger King, 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Town Center Starbucks, closed Hospital retail store, Starbucks and Subway, closed

Belvoir Briefs Legal holiday closure

Nahee Williams McDonald D.D.S. Kenneth Hrechka D.D.S.

Burger King, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Starbucks, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Charley’s Sub 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Subway, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, Arby’s, closed.

The Fort Belvoir Legal Assistance Office is seeking volunteers to help prepare state and federal income taxes for the January 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 703-805-2856.

Catholic women

A welcome meeting for the Catholic Women of the Chapel is at 9:30 a.m. Sept. 13 in Woodlawn Chapel. People who go can learn about this

year’s faith study. Child care will be provided.

Military history club

The Saint Martin Military History Club begins it’s monthly dinner/lecture series at the Belvoir Officers’ Club Sept. 12. The club meets the second Tuesday of each month, beginning with cocktails at 6 p.m., followed by dinner and a military history presentation at 6:30 p.m. Some lectures scheduled this year include: WWII on the Homefront; The Battle of Verdun; The 100 Years War; WACs in WWII, a Middle East update and others. The cost is $23 and choice of entrée and tip. No-shows are still required to pay. Interested people may contact Ron Narmi, 703-780 0727, rnarmi@ aol.com; or Bill Saavedra, billjas@ aol.com, 301-847 0298.

ENJOY LIFE IN A NEW RIDE > Easy application and fast approval process

> Low monthly payments

> Flexible payment options

Plus, if you didn’t finance your current auto loan at Navy Federal, now is your chance to save. Refinance your current auto loan from another lender with us and get $200.* Mount Vernon Plaza Shopping Center, 7678-D Richmond Highway, Alexandria, VA Hilltop Village Center, 7873 Heneska Loop, Alexandria, VA (Near the intersection of Telegraph Road and Beulah Street) APPLY TODAY! For more information, visit navyfederal.org, stop by a branch or call 1.888.842.6328. Federally insured by NCUA. *Existing Navy Federal loans are not eligible for this offer. You must make your first scheduled payment in order to receive the offer. $200 will be credited to the primary applicant’s savings account between 61 and 65 days of the loan origination date. If the auto refinance loan is canceled or paid off in the first 60 days, the $200 offer will become invalid. Offer may end at any time. Recipient is solely responsible for any personal tax liability arising out of the acceptance of this incentive. © 2017 Navy Federal NFCU 10099_belvoir (6-17)

10099_belvoir.indd 1

6/23/17 1:32 PM

www.belvoireagleonline.com

August 31, 2017 Belvoir Eagle A15

Business Directory ACCOUNTING SERVICES

ACCOUNTING FINANCIAL LTD Vienna. Small business accounting & financial services since 1975. Corporate & Individual Taxes New business formation, budgets, procedures, financial reports.

703-255-5508

703-771-8831 LAYWER

CLEANING SERVICES

AmeriClean

Professional Cleaning Established 1976 Owner Operated

Ask about our other newspapers in NOVA! Ferah Ozbek, Esq.Ferah Ferah Ozbek, Esq. Ozbek, Esq. I Help Military Members and Veterans facing Injustice Ferah Ozbek, Ferah Esq. Ozbek, Esq. Ferah Ozbek, Esq.

USAF, (Ret) USAF, (Ret) Ferah Ozbek, Esq. USAF, Ferah Colonel, Ozbek, Esq. Colonel, Colonel, (Ret)

Call today !!! 703.771.8831

Military Law Attorney Military LawAttorney Attorney Ferah Ozbek, Esq. Ferah Ozbek, Esq. Colonel, USAF, (Ret) Colonel, USAF, (Ret) Colonel, USAF, (Ret) Military Law Colonel, USAF, (Ret)

Military Law Attorney Military Attorney Military Law Attorney Colonel, USAF, (Ret) Colonel,Law USAF, (Ret) Military Law Attorney Military202.656.8844 Law Attorney Military Law Attorney Gift Certificates Available 202.656.8844 ferah@ferahozbek.com ferah@ferahozbek.com 202.656.8844 ferah@ferahozbek.com

WEEKLY•BI-WEEKLY•ONE TIME JOBS 703-881-1715 jleckie@rocketmail.com

202.656.8844 ferah@ferahozbek.com 202.656.8844 ferah@ferahozbek.com 202.656.8844 ferah@ferahozbek.com www.ferahozbek.com www.ferahozbek.com www.ferahozbek.com Free Estimates

202.656.8844 ferah@ferahozbek.com 202.656.8844 ferah@ferahozbek.com 202.656.8844www.ferahozbek.com ferah@ferahozbek.com www.ferahozbek.com www.ferahozbek.com Joyce Leckie www.ferahozbek.com www.ferahozbek.comwww.ferahozbek.com

Classified Advertising CAMPER/ RV STORAGE Motorhome & Camper Storage. 540.454.2272 for more details.

This could be your

SPACE Call us for details 703-771-8831

MILITARY ITEMS FOR SALE Military Items for Sale:

ROOMATE WANTED

1 Service Alpha Uniform (44 coat/34w and 32 trousers) 1 Field Grade Barracks Cover (7 3/8) 1 Green 100% Wool Sweater (Lg) 1 Tanker Jacket (44 Reg) 2 Service Bravo Shirts (16 1/2x33) 2 Service Charlie Shirts 1 Service Charlie Trouser (34w/32l) 2 Belts & 1 Tie w/Clasp

703-865-5206

New Kent, Roomate wanted: N/S, large home, peaceful location 825.00 /month. Golf, cycling, hunting, and water sports 3 miles away. 703-508-6822

TOWNHOUSE FOR RENT Springfield TH for rent that is walking distance from elementary school, near metro & near FFX Co. Pky & I-95. 3 levels, 3 BR, 2.5 BA, new carpet, fresh paint, & renovated MBA. $2000/ mo. 703-220-9005 or e-mail henriquez.teresa313@gmail.com

Employment Advertising INSIDE SALES REPRESENTATIVE Northern Virginia Media Services seeks a hard-working, self-starting sales and marketing professional to join our growing team. This salesperson will focus on Classified Advertising, including Recruitment, Business Directories, Church Announcements, Legals, and other key categories. The ideal candidate will have a record of success in sales positions, preferably in a business-to-business environment, as well as a willingness and ability to develop new leads and make cold calls on businesses throughout Northern Virginia, including Fairfax, Arlington, Prince William and Stafford Knowledge of ad design and Adobe Creative Suite is preferred. This is a full-time position working out of our Woodbridge office with a small base salary, a book of existing business, and unlimited commission opportunities. Benefits include paid holidays and vacations, medical and dental insurance, and a 401(k). Apply online or via e-mail to: tfields@insidenova.com

FT SALES PERSON • Fluent English • Mature • Outgoing Personality • Hours 10am-5pm • No Nights or Sundays • Top Salary Submit Resumes to:

cshipe@gmail.com

Mae’s Dress Boutique McLean Virginia

ATTENDANTS I66 Rest Area Full Time or Part Time

Call 703-369-6301 between 6am-2pm only, Monday through Friday to schedule interview.

Join Our FAMILY! Washington FAMILY Magazine (part of Northern Virginia Media Services) is looking for a qualified Production Coordinator to join our team. We’ve been the go-to resource for D.C. area parents for more than 20 years. Our magazine, website, eNewsletter and social media outlets have reached tens of thousands of local moms and dads in D.C., Maryland and Northern Virginia. We are looking for a part-time Production Coordinator to assist producing quality print and online products. We are looking for a candidate that is detail-oriented, highly-motivated, organized and is able to work in a fast-paced team environment. Responsibilities: • Manage and create monthly resource guides for print and online, • Manage and create e-mail campaigns • Assist with collecting classified ads • Assist with paste-up and layout, including proofing • Assist with pre-flighting and preparing ad files for accurate printing • Assist with fact-checking procedures for editorial features, print resources and online guides • Assist with monitoring the process of print jobs when needed • Collect event listings for Washington FAMILY’s online calendar • Assist with various administrative and support tasks • Communicate with other WashingtonFAMILY team members on production matters • Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications: • Strong attention to detail and a quick learner • Ability to work on multiple, time-sensitive projects simultaneously • Problem solver and strong computer skills • Knowledge of Adobe InDesign and Photoshop • Proficient with Microsoft Office • Knowledge of print workflows involving print layout and pre-press • Ability to adhere to tight deadlines

Please submit resume to bpetersen@thefamilymagazine.com

A16 Belvoir Eagle August 31, 2017

www.belvoireagleonline.com

LABOR Devent AY 192

OPTIONS

choose your choose your choose your

STYLE

COLOR

PILLOWS

Designer Sofa Chaise NOW ONLY $698

compare at: $999

Hurry In!

up to

DOORBUSTERS starting at:

30 + 60 off

Additional

198

months special financing

America’s #1 Mattress Brands! LABOR DAY

SAVINGS You’ve worked hard. Save on the support you want.

FREE

BOX SPRING

with purchase of select Sealy Conform and Sealy Hybrid mattresses*

exclusive offers for America’s #1 Furniture Store

LASTING LUXURY

600

SAVE UP TO

‡‡

save

1,000

™

R E TA I L E R I N N O R T H A M E R I C A

LIE DOWN. POWER UP.

SAVE UP TO

14270 Smoketown Rd Woodbridge, VA 22192 (703) 492- 5861

998

compare at $1999

1845 Carl D. Silver Pkwy Fredericksburg, VA 22401 (540) 786-4800

45633 Dulles Eastern Plz Sterling, VA 20166 (571) 323- 9024

500 *

on select adjustable mattress sets*

7378 Stream Walk Ln Manassas, VA 20109 (571) 379-4130

some exclusions may apply. see store for complete details.offer expires 9/4/17

Mon- Sat: 10am-9pm Sun: 11am-7pm