April 28, 2017 by Southernmost Flyer

FRIDAY, APRIL 28, 2017

Eye on the Fleet

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

VOL. 17 NO. 17

Navy marine mammals visit air station (April 22, 2017) SN Mia Wilson, assigned to amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19), performs baton strikes after being oleoresin capsicum sprayed during a Security Reaction Force Basic course.

U.S. Navy photo by MC2 Brent Pyfrom

inside: RECOGNIZED Civilian in the Spotlight. . . 2 DISCUSSION NAS Capt. kids panel . . . . . 3 EARTH DAY Key West cleans up . . . . . . . 7 COMPLETE Ribbon cutting. . . . . . . . . . . . 8 TOP OF PAGE ONE: An MH-60S Sea Hawk attached to the “Tridents” of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 9 prepares to land on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) (GHWB). GHWB is deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations.

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From NAS Key West Public Affairs

olphins with the U.S. Navy Marine Mammal Program wrapped up six weeks of training in Naval Air Station Key West’s Truman Harbor this week. Two sets of four dolphins each spent about three weeks practicing the detection and marking of minelike objects on the ocean bottom. Coming to Key West from San Diego also exercises the mobilization of the expeditionary Marine Mammal U.S. Navy photo by Trice Denny System, according to a A trainer with the U.S. Navy Marine Mammal Program works with the dolphin Constellation during training at Naval Air Station Key press release from Space West’s Truman Harbor. The program is in Key West to maintain the mobility of its expeditionary Marine Mammal System to detect and Naval Warfare Systems and mark the location of mine-like objects on the ocean bottom. Center Pacific. Navy dolphins and sea lions were based at NAS Key West from 1988 to 1992, and since then have participated in various By Yan Kennon and Mayport, Florida). She met with Service Corps is the most highly Naval Hospital Jacksonville Public Affairs operations in Florida. Navy Medicine’s deckplate profes- varied corps in Navy Medicine, with The U.S. Navy has sucsionals and answered staff questions 31 diverse specialties, in the areas of cessfully employed operaCommander, Navy Medicine East in workspaces throughout each site. health care administration, health tional systems involving (NME), Rear Adm. Anne Swap vis“Naval Hospital Jacksonville has care science, and clinical care. marine mammals for more ited Naval Hospital Jacksonville (its a reputation for getting it done,” Prior to departing the Jacksonville than 45 years. While the hospital and five branch health clin- Swap observed in a meeting with the area, Swap met with Commander, Navy also uses other sys- ics) from April 24 to 26 as part of a executive steering council. Navy Region Southeast, Rear Adm. Swap, who also serves as director Bette Bolivar. tems to locate and recover tour of NME facilities. The visit enabled Swap to tour the of the Medical Service Corps, attendNME oversees the delivery of medunderwater objects, human divers and submersibles do hospital and all five branch health ed an MSC luncheon at the hospital ical, dental and other health care not match the effectiveness clinics (in Albany and Kings Bay, and discussed the community’s curGeorgia; and Jacksonville, Key West, rent and future states. The Medical see Medicine page 3 of the marine mammals.

Navy Medicine East leader visits Naval Hospital

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Faux Focus

April 28 1907 - A U.S. Marine Corps detachment from the patrol gunboat Paducah serves ashore at Laguna, Honduras, to protect Americans during a war between Honduras and Nicaragua.

April 29 1961 - USS Kitty Hawk (CVA 63) is commissioned at Philadelphia Naval Shipyard.

recently came across an article by “The Washington Post” about a pair of jeans being sold at a retail store that sell for $425. “The Washington Post” says the “Barracuda Straight Leg Jeans” come with some sort of fake mud substance caked all over them. (It’s not clear what that substance is.) The knees, pockets and crotch of the jeans appear to bear most of the faux brown muck. This particular clothing item is bringing attention to people like Mike Rowe the former host of the T.V. series “Dirty Jobs” who has shown his frustration. Rowe wrote on a social media page, “‘Rugged Americana’ is now synonymous with a ‘caked-

on, muddy coating.’ Not real mud. Fake mud. Something to foster the illusion of work. The illusion of effort. Or perhaps, for those who actually buy them, the illusion of sanity.” As I read such CHAPLAIN'S things CORNER as this I am reminded about what God says in scripture in 1 Samuel 16:7 “But the Lord said to Samuel, NAS Key West “Do not look on Command Chaplain his appearance Lt. or on the height Scott Mason of his stature, because I have rejected him. For the Lord sees not as man sees: man looks on the outward appearance, but the

Lord looks on the heart.” I want to encourage you that we don’t have to try to look like someone else or act like someone else to feel accepted. To me making yourself look like a “Dirty Jobs” poster child with fake mud does not seem to be looking at your heart, but looks more like a fashion faux pas. Please come and join us on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. at Truman Annex Chapel for worship service with our Praise Band and Children’s Church. Please visit our Facebook page (Truman Chapel) for upcoming events. If you are in need of Chaplain care, please call your Chaplains at 305 293-2318, Naval Air Station Key West, or 305 2928788, Coast Guard Sector Key West.

Civilian IN Thespotlight

April 30 1945 - Navy patrol bombers PB4Y (VPB 103) and a PBY-5A Catalina aircraft flown by Lt. Fredrick G. Lake from VP, 63 sink two German submarines off the coast of Brest, France.

May 1 1934 - Lt. Frank Akers makes a hooded landing in an OJ-2 at College Park, Maryland, in the first blind landing system intended for an aircraft carrier.

May 2 2011 - President Barack Obama announces Navy SEALs raided Osama bin Laden’s compound in Abbottabad, Pakistan, and killed America’s most wanted terrorist during Operation Neptune Spear.

May 3 1949 - The U.S. Navy executes its first firing of a high altitude Viking rocket at White Sands, New Mexico.

May 4 1942 - Battle of the Coral Sea begins.

U.S. Navy photo by Jolene Scholl

aval Air Station Key West’s Commanding Officer Capt. Bobby Baker recognized Safety Department’s Michael Gramolini for exemplary performance Wednesday. Gramolini, the explosive safety officer, oversaw the 2017 explosive safety inspection, ensuring continued mission readiness and safe handling of ordnance operations. Safety Director

Commanding Officer Capt. Bobby J. Baker Executive Officer Cmdr. Pornchai Davidson PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICER Trice Denny EDITOR Jolene Scholl STAFF MC2 Cody Babin This newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the military service and their families. Its contents do not necessarily reflect the official views of the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. Navy and do not imply endorsement thereof. The editorial content of this newspaper is prepared, edited and provided by the Public Affairs Office of Naval Air Station Key West, Florida. Additional copy and photographs provided by the readers of the Southernmost Flyer should be addressed to: Editor, Southernmost Flyer, Public Affairs Office, Naval Air Station, Box 9001, Key West, FL 33040-9001. Copy can also be e-mailed to jolene.scholl@ navy.mil. Telephone (305) 293-2425/2434. DSN 4832425/2434. Deadline for all editorial copy is 4 p.m. the Friday preceding publication. All articles must be submitted on disk in text format, written in upper/lower case style.

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Vacation Bible school set Naval Air Station Key West Religious Ministries Department has opened registration for its Vacation Bible School, scheduled for June 12 - 15 at the Sigsbee Community Center. To register, go to https://kideventpro.lifeway.com/ myChurch/?id=38881. Call 864-616-7349 or email chapmasonfamily@gmail. com for additional information.

Marriage enrichment available Commander Navy Region Southeast’s Chaplains Enrichment Development Operation is offering a free marriage enrichment retreat to active duty and active reserve couples from July 28 - 30 at the DoubleTree Resort, Key West. The room and meals are included, although couples are responsible for transportation. Marriage Enrichment Retreats can assist married couples in developing and strengthening a healthy marriage. Conflict is inevitable in life and marriage. How couples resolve conflict can determine marital satisfaction - couples who effectively resolve conflicts can have lasting and loving relationships. see briefly page 5

aval Air Station Key West Commanding Officer Capt. Bobby Baker and Command Master Chief Lee Friedlander joined students and parents at Sigsbee Charter School Wednesday to participate in a “Grow Where You’re Planted” panel discussion. The activity is conjunction with the DOD’s Month of the Military Child, which runs through April.

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services to approximately one million patients at almost 100 facilities ─ including the Tidewater Military Health System which brings together McDonald Army Health Center,

Job Title: Security Hometown: Middletown, Connecticut Prior Duty Stations: NSF Bahrain; Bangor, Washington Hobbies: Fishing, mudding. Most Interesting Experience: Time at NSF Bahrain. Future Plans: Re-enlist.

MA2 Caden Valeriano

U.S. Navy photo by Jolene Scholl

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and U.S. Air Force Hospital Langley. Plus, its public health activities extend globally. NH Jacksonville’s priority since its founding in 1941 is to heal the nation’s heroes and their families. The command is comprised of the Navy’s third largest hospital and five

branch health clinics across Florida and Georgia. Of its patient population (163,000 active and retired sailors, soldiers, Marines, airmen, guardsmen, and their families), about 85,000 are enrolled with a primary care manager and Medical Home Port team at one of its facilities. To find out more, visit www.med.navy.mil.

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MWR Update Armed Forces Day Challenge Prevail, Survive and Outlast. Join NAS Key West for the 2017 NAS Key West Armed Forces Day Command Challenge on May 19 from 7 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Sigsbee sports complex. This year’s contests include hip hop ball hockey, tug-of-war, corn hole, the amazing race and wacky obstacle course. Volunteers are needed. Contact your commands intermural sports representative to register, or call 305-293-2480 for more information. Sponsors are Saint Leo University, Inkblaat Insoles, NAS Key West Homes, Fury Water Adventures, Waste Management, Sparkling Ice, Key West Military Affairs Committee, Navy League Key West Council, Southernmost VFW Post 3911 and the NAS Key West CPOA. Sponsorship does not imply Federal endorsement of product or service. Child Care The Child & Youth Programs is offering additional child care through the “Give Parents a Break” program. The cost is $4 per child, per hour and each child must be preregistered, including shot records. Cancellations must be done before 8 a.m. on the day of child care to avoid paying for reserved time. For more information, or to register, call 305-293-4498 or visit the Child Development Center on Sigsbee Park.

Beach Patio movies The Beach Patio Recreation Center offers movie premieres on Friday at 6 p.m. and Saturday at 2 p.m. Note that the facility is only open to patrons 18 and older after 4 p.m. daily. For more information, visit www. NavyMWRKeyWest.com. Friday: “Patriots Day” (R) at 6 p.m. Friday: “The Resurrection of Gavin Stone” (PG) at 2 p.m. Saturday: “Underworld: Blood Wars” (R) at 6 p.m.

AquaFit Classes The Trumbo Pool is offering free AquaFit water aerobics classes every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 11 a.m. - noon. Unattended children are prohibited. Classes are free and registration is not required. For more information call 305-293-4324.

Navigator’s hours change Temporary hours are in effect at Navigator’s Bar: Sunday: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday - Thursday: 11 a.m. 4 p.m. Friday - Saturday: 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. The Fly Away Café continues to be open regular hours from 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. and will provide non-alcoholic beverages during the hours the bar is closed.

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To register, or for more info, call CREDO Southeast Chaplain’s Office, 904-542-3923, or email cnrse_credo@ navy.mil.

Case lot sale set The Naval Air Station Key West Commissary on Sigsbee Park will have its case lot sale on Friday Saturday. A list of items will be available before the sale begins. Call 305-293-4402 for more information.

Spouse appreciation event Morale, Welfare and Recreation with Fleet and Family Support Center once again hosts the annual Naval Air Station Key West Military Spouse Appreciation Brunch and Bingo on May 6 at the Sigsbee Community Center. Seating for the event, which runs from 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m., is limited. The registration site has changed and is now at the Community Recreation ticket office, formerly Information, Tickets and Travel, Bldg. V-4113, Sigsbee Park. Registration for the spouses of active duty members has begun; spouses must provide a dependent military ID card. Registration for the spouses of retired military members opens April 28; again, spouses must provide a dependent retired military ID card.

Commissary has coloring contest The Defense Commissary Agency is sponsoring a “Month of the Military Child” coloring contest and local military children can participate through the commissary on Sigsbee Park. The grand prize design will be imprinted on reusable grocery bags. To participate, the artist must be a military dependent aged 11 or younger. The coloring template must be used and can be downloaded or printed from www.commissaries.com/color. Entries can be emailed to decabrand@deca.mil or dropped off at the NAS Key West commissary’s customer service office through the close of business on Saturday. Only one entry per child will be accepted. Each commissary will select a local winner and the winners will be forwarded to DeCa for final judging.

Get active with MCHC The Multicultural Heritage Committee is looking for more people - Sailors and DOD civilians - to join the organization. They meet every Thursday at noon in Bldg. A-324 conference room, Boca Chica Field. For more information, email PRC Michael Dees at michael.dees@navy. mil.

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NAS Key West hosts Pure Praxis as a part of Sexual Assault Prevention and Awareness

U.S. Navy photos by Jolene Scholl

ailors listened, laughed and participated in Friday’s Pure Praxis performances that examined how to recognize, intervene and prevent actions that could lead to sexual assault. Right, after the performance, Sailors visit Sexual Assault Prevention and Response displays, featuring information on health and available services. Above, Pure Praxis players act the roles of Sailors recalling a lively night out in town. Top right, NAS Key West Sailors demonstrate what it is to be ‘manly’ during the Pure Praxis performance.

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NAS Key West steps it up for Earth Day

U.S. Navy photos by Shelby Graham

op, 36 volunteers, representing Port Operations and Joint Interagency Task Force South, spent several hours cleaning the Truman Annex Beach. Above, Active duty military cleaned an estimated 500 pounds of trash and debris April 21 from the residential beach at Truman Annex as part of Earth Day activities. Left, Naaval Air Station Key West’s Environmental Division met with an estimated 150 visitors attending Bahia Honda’s Earth Day Celebration Saturday.

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New fire station is official

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U. S. Navy photo by Trice Denny

aval Air Station Key West Commanding Officer Capt. Bobby Baker and Fire Chief Cj Krieger cut the ribbon as Commander, Navy Region Southeast Deputy Fire Chief Bill Casey and Commander, Navy Installations Command F&ES Director Carl Glover and firefighters look on Thursday.

NAS Classifieds FOR SALE 1961 Gulf Stream 26-foot trailer - a great restoration project. $1,000. View at Auto Skills Shop, Boca Chica Field. For more information, call 570-878-2674. HELP WANTED Real estate marketing assistant - must have strong technical abilities. Experience with Facebook, Publisher, Word and Excel a must. Some knowledge of making simple videos or Google AdWords would be beneficial. Flexible business hours, Monday - Friday. Approximately six hours/week. $18/hour. Email joanne1kw@gmail. com. For more information, call 305-304-2012. Sloppy Joe’s - security staff. Candidates must possess customer service skills, sound judgment, and good decision making skills. Prior security, martial arts, or military experience is a plus. Contact Marian Kershenbaum on 305-296-2388, ext.123 or email marian@sloppyjoes. com. NAS Key West Fleet and Family Support Center is seeking a counseling and advocacy program technician (office automation) in the Family Readiness program. The successful selectee will perform the following duties: Type documents (e.g., correspondence, reports, records) from rough draft

to edit into final form; serve as the point of contact for timekeeping database (e.g., input of data into time and attendance system or similar system) to ensure accuracy of data; use an automated travel system to prepare travel orders and travel vouchers and interview customers to obtain data needed to complete actions. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualificationstandards/#url=GS-CLER. Application information is available at ww.usajobs. gov.

Historic Tours of America seeks an inventory control clerk. Fulltime, strong computer skills, good Excel skills, data entry experience, analytical skills. 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday Friday. $14/hr. Start immediately. Benefits available, including pet insurance. Apply online: www.historictours.com. EOE/DFW. First State Bank of the Florida Keys has positions available for the following: Assistant branch operations manager, assistant BSA officer, branch manager, business analyst, consumer loan manager, lead teller, loan servicing assistant manager, portfolio analyst, teller, VP/regulatory compliance/BSA officer. Apply online at www.

Fleet & Family Support Center KeysBank.com/Careers. NAS KEY WEST CLASSIFIEDS are free for active-duty and retired personnel, their families and civilian base employees only. Deadline for submissions is noon the Tuesday prior to that Friday’s issue. Make submissions to the NAS Key West Public Affairs Office by email, jolene.scholl@ navy.mil; mail, P.O. Box 9001, Key West, FL 330409001; or fax submissions to 305-293-2627. Unless otherwise directed, ads will run for four issues. Name and phone number must accompany all requests in order for them to be considered for publication. For more information, call 305293-2425.

Wednesday, May 10, 2017, 1530-1630  Open to all Military Spouses  Drop in childcare available at the CDC  Limited seating is available

 RSVP with Amanda Slater at (305)-293-2680