“Navigator”
Military, state reach new heights with crane blessing ceremony October 10, 2014
Story and photo by MC2 Diana Quinlan
Navy Public Affairs Support Element West, Detachment Hawaii Representatives from the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, Hawaii Air National Guard and the state of Hawaii participated in an Alternate Port Memorandum of Understanding signing ceremony followed by a traditional Hawaiian blessing of a new mobile crane on Oct. 6 at Kilo 8 Pier, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam (JBPHH). The main objective and reasoning behind the acquisition of the $4 million crane was to establish an alternate port to enable cargo off-loading at JBPHH if Honolulu Harbor is rendered inoperable. Participants recognized the importance of working together in protecting the state from possible natural disasters and stressed the importance of collaboration between military and civilian forces in recovery from
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“Hawaii is indeed a paradise,” said Williams in his address. “However, if HurRepresentatives for the state of Hawaii, the ricane Sandy and years U.S. Navy, the U.S. Coast Guard and Hawaii ago, Hurricane Iniki, Air National Guard join hands in a prayer with taught us one thing, it is Rev. Charles Yabui, of Kahu Kihapai of Ka that we must be prepared Hale Ho'ano O Ke Akua Church on Oct. 8 at and that requires working Kilo 8 Pier, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. together.” Williams also spoke about the specific challenges that the islands of Hawaii face, due to their isolation in the Pacific and distance from mainland response. “My staff here has come to appreciate the complexities of what it would take should a Sandy-like incident affect us here in Hawaii,” said Williams. “The tyranny of distance separating us from the initial arrival of forces from the West Coast can and will take days, compared to hours for mainland residents. That is why we must be prepared.” Lacking physical land barriers to protect the harbor from the tidal effects potential damages. commander of Navy Region spoke about the importance witnessed in the wake of during hurricanes in the During the ceremony, Hawaii and Naval Surface of preparedness for natural Hurricane Sandy during Rear Adm. Rick Williams, Group Middle Pacific, disasters, a necessity he his tour in Norfolk, Va. See CRANE, A-6
Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam hosts Women’s Waterfront Symposium Story and photo by MC2 Laurie Dexter
Navy Public Affairs Support Element West, Detachment Hawaii More than 100 Sailors attended the 2014 Women’s Waterfront Symposium on Oct. 7 at the Pearl Harbor Memorial Chapel, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. The symposium focused on current issues and future initiatives applicable to women in the surface Navy, both enlisted and officers. The symposium’s theme was “Why Do You Serve?” According to Rear Adm. Rick Williams, commander of Navy Region Hawaii and Naval Surface Group Middle Pacific, education, communication and understanding are important keys when overcoming challenges. The greatest tool we have is a passionate, dedicated and engaged human mind that is willing to work with others,
Capt. Annette Von Thun, preventive medicine officer at Navy Environmental and Preventive Medicine Unit 6, speaks to Sailors during the 2014 Women's Waterfront Symposium held Oct. 7 at the Pearl Harbor Memorial Chapel, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. the admiral said. The symposium offered interactive forums with leaders from around the island and a diverse group of communities to answer questions from the audience. “A mentor can help guide a
Sailor to make positive choices in their career,” said Lt. Cmdr. Noelle Murphy, Naval Surface Group Middle Pacific, who organized the event. “It’s someone to exchange ideas with and discuss potential solu-
Navy Ball will ‘thank those who support us’ LS1 Noel Perry
Naval Supply Systems Command, Fleet Logistics Center Pearl Harbor Hundreds of civilians, officers and enlisted service members are expected to celebrate the 239th Navy birthday during the 2014 Hawaii Navy Ball on Oct. 18 at the Sheraton Hotel in Waikiki. The event will be held from 6 to 11 p.m. Since 1972, each CNO has encouraged a Navy-wide celebration of this occasion “to enhance a greater appreciation of our Navy heritage and to provide a positive influence toward pride and professionalism in the naval service,” according to Adm. Elmo R. Zumwalt Jr., Chief of Naval Operations from 1970-1974. “We’re doing a combined officer and enlisted Navy Ball. This is more in keeping with the rest of the Navy and the traditions,” said U.S. Pacific Fleet Command Master Chief Teresa Carroll. “The Navy Birthday Ball is intended as an internal celebration commemorating and welcoming our Navy’s active duty, Reservist, retirees, civilians and family members to join us for the excitement.”
This year’s theme is “Thanking Those Who Support Us.” U.S. Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard, an Army National Guard Iraqi veteran and a representative from Hawaii’s 2nd Congressional District, will be the guest speaker for the ceremony. The Navy Ball is an opportunity to show the importance of the Navy’s history and heritage while recognizing past and present accomplishments of Sailors in warfighting efforts. The attendees will have a choice from several entree options, entertainment by a disc jockey, a table centerpiece competition and more. Ticket prices for the event are based on rank: E1 to E5 is $52; E-6 to E-9, CWO1 and CWO2 is $67; CWO3 and CWO4, O-1 to O-4, GS-8 to GS-14 is $77; CWO5 and O5, GS-14 and up is $87. To purchase tickets, contact a Navy Ball representative or visit https://2014navy ballhawaii.ticketbud.com/2014-us-navyball. Please visit the Hawaii Navy Ball Facebook page for additional information, updates and fundraising opportunities at www.facebook.com/navyballhi.
tions to challenges. And it’s someone who can motivate and provide inspiration when needed. The symposium is a chance to hear how successful leaders--both men and women—from around the waterfront have tackled problems and succeeded.” The symposium featured a panel discussion where Sailors had the opportunity to ask senior leadership about concerns, future Navy plans and personal experiences. Topics discussed in the panels included: leadership, mentorship, family/work balance, networking and support. Both men and women were encouraged to join the discussions and participate in the symposium. “Men and women are both in the Navy,” said Navy Chief Counselor Athena Allen, Navy Region Hawaii. “So at the end of the day without both genders at functions like this, we’re not working as a team. We don’t want to divide by having
these functions. We want to provide an opportunity to specifically get some of the females involved, so they can hear both from male and female counterparts as well as vice versa,” Allen said. Following the interactive leadership panel, a speed-mentoring activity ensued to provide Sailors with the opportunity to speak oneon-one with leadership. “I think the whole day has been put together to have something for everyone,” said Allen. “The speed-mentoring gave Sailors the opportunity for intimate moments between junior Sailors and senior Sailors—both officers and enlisted—so they could ask those questions that maybe they’re not sure about or they feel uncomfortable asking in front of a group. We’re able to reach a more diverse group of personalities with the opportunity for different forums to exchange information,” she explained.
ARM Cuauhtémoc arrives in Hawaii The Mexican ship Cuauhtémoc arrived in Honolulu on Oct. 6 as part of its America 2014 global training cruise. Throughout its history, the ship has sailed the seas of the world to transmit a global message of friendship and goodwill. The ship will set sail today for a port call to Long Beach, Calif. U.S. Navy photo by Lt. j.g. Chase Gentilhomme
Makahiki celebration to be held at JBPHH See page A-2
USS America’s flag flies at USS Arizona Memorial See page A-4
Making Strides to fight cancer See page B-1
USS Chosin joins in San Francisco Fleet Week 2014 See page A-2
Navy Reads: Farragut ‘touched by fire’ See page A-6
Hispanic heritage events planned for Oct. 15 See page B-6