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MCSFCO Holds Change of Command Ceremony
Major Mark Cameron transfers the organization colors to Major Dan Macsay during the Marine Corps Security Force Company Guantanamo Bay Change of Command Ceremony, July 24. Kelly Wirfel NAVSTA PAO
Maj. Mark Cameron relinquished command of Marine Corps Security Force Company (MCSFCO) Guantanamo Bay to Maj. Daniel Macsay during a change of command ceremony held on Naval Station (NS) Guantanamo Bay, July 24. Cameron took command of MCSFCO Guantanamo Bay on Sept. 27, 2012. To begin the ceremony, Lt. Baron Miller, NAVSTA deputy command chaplain, delivered the invocation in which he asked blessings for Major Cameron as he leaves Guantanamo Bay and reports to his next command at the United States Military Academy at West Point, N.Y. and for Macsay as he arrives at the base and begins his tour with MCSFCO. After the invocation 1st Sergeant Joshua Wruble passed the organizational colors to Major Cameron who then passed them to Major Macsay. Affixed to the organizational colors are streamers that represent the battles, campaigns and conflicts the unit has participated in. “The transfer of colors is a Marine Corps tradition that symbolizes the transfer of authority, responsibility and accountability from one Marine to another,” said Sergeant Alejandro Plascencia, Master of Ceremonies. “By accepting
the colors Major Dan Macsay accepts command and affirms his total commitment to the Marines and Sailors of Marine Corps Security Force Company Guantanamo Bay.” After passing the organizational colors to Macsay, Cameron delivered his remarks. “I certainly appreciate everyone attending this event, but when we talk about the company these Marine who stand before you are who this is all about. They are outstanding Marines and I would be remiss if I didn’t talk about the day in and day out endurance and will that they demonstrate when it comes to the perimeter security mission and pre-deployment training program they are involved with,” said Cameron. We have and will continue to see them on CNN and Fox News as they are going into places such as Benghazi and Iraq. There is not greater pride that I feel than to know when they depart here, that we did our best to provide them with the training they deserve. I know I am leaving the company in good hands. Lastly, I want to thank my GTMO family. In particular I would like to thank all of those who afforded your time, effort and friendship to not only me, but to my wife Dawnell.” Continued on pg. 6...
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NS Guantanamo Bay Executive Officer, Cmdr. Colin Caswell congratulates LS1 Tate on his selection as Sailor of the Week.
■Job/Department: Deck Supervisor at NAVSTA Post Office ■Age: 29 ■Hometown: Sacramento, CA. ■Favorite Hobby: Home Remodeling ■Favorite TV Show: Workaholics ■Goal: Anchor up, continue seeing the world and live a comfortable modest life. ■Passion: Getting things done whether it’s enjoyable or not. ■Favorite Book: The Charm School by Nelson Demille ■Favorite Quote: ”Never forget what people do to you or for you.” ■Sailor of the Week Because: BM2 was nominated because of his stellar support to the USS America. He coordinated the delivery of three CASREP parts and 15 other high priority parts which enabled the ship to depart GTMO on time and carry out it’s mission. He spent his time after hours retrieving these parts on the Leeward side and staging vehicles for transportation. VOL. 71 • NO.29
COMMANDING OFFICER EXECUTIVE OFFICER COMMAND MASTER CHIEF
Guantanamo Bay Gazette
CAPT. JOHN NETTLETON CMDR. COLIN CASWELL CMDCM (SW) JEFFERY TIDWELL
PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICER GAZETTE EDITOR PHOTOJOURNALIST
LS1 TATE
NAVAL STATION GUANTANAMO BAY, CUBA
KELLY WIRFEL MCC(SW/AW) KEITH BRYSKA MC3 JASON BAWGUS
The Guantanamo Bay Gazette is an authorized publication for members of the military services and their families stationed at U.S. Naval Station Guantanamo Bay. The 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 is prepared, edited and provided by the Public Affairs Office of U.S. Naval Station Guantanamo Bay. The Guantanamo Bay Gazette is printed by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Document Services with a circulation of 1,000.
MC3 Christopher Marshall Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs
Gain an Edge
Sailors looking to make the most of their career should prepare now for the September advancement exams, according to detailers here. Exams take place in March and September for Sailors aspiring to achieve the ranks of petty officer third class through petty officer first class. The chief petty officer exam occurs every year in January. The number of Sailors who advance to the next rank fluctuates every cycle; it also varies between the different rates. “In preparation for your exam and after determining eligibility, you should print out the most current bibliography from your rate and read over it in its entirety,” said Hospital Corpsman First Class (SW/ AW/FMF) Jerry R. Horton, an HM detailer at Navy Personnel Command. “The bib tells you what you need to study.” Sailors should start preparing for the exam by
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navigating to the “Career Management” tab on Navy Knowledge Online (NKO) and clicking “Navy Advancement Center. “Each rating’s bibliographies can be found there and provide the list of information required to study for the exam. “Sailors need to ensure they have all required topics available to study, develop a plan and stick to the bib,” said Horton. “Most importantly, designate time to study each day.” Once Sailors know what resources and study materials are available to them, they can begin using websites such as Navy Personnel Command (NPC) (www.npc.navy.mil), the Navy Advancement site (www. navyadvancement.com), the Navy-wide Advancement Exam Prep (www.navybmr.com) and Google to find the documents listed on the bibs. If all else fails, they can turn to lead or assistant lead petty officer for help.
Chaplain’s
Corner
Marriage Matters LT. Baron Miller
NS Guantanamo Bay Command Chaplain
I’d like to share a dandy resource I’ve developed for married couples to grow in their communication skills and learning. I often suggest to a couple that reading a marriage book together will enhance their relationship and help them grow in a much needed area of life. But, the challenge (besides actually reading a book) is how to adequately discuss what you’ve read. That is why I’ve created a simple tool that if done properly will help a couple grow in their marriage through learning and communication. It all starts with picking a book that will be of use to you. Let’s say you’re a newly-wed couple with three years of marriage under your belt. Things aren’t as they should be and you both feel it. He’s closed off and cold; she’s feeling lonely and un-nurtured. The list of “challenges” could go on. I may suggest a couple read “Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus” or one of my personal favorites, “The First Five Years of Marriage”, an edited book by Focus on the Family. Once you’ve bought a book and are both committed to reading it, I encourage you to both read the same chapter and at the end of reading, you each
write down your answers to these three questions: 1. What is one new thing I learned from this reading? 2. What is one thing/behavior I’ll change based on this reading? 3. What is one thing I want my partner to know/ learn from the reading? Once you’re each written your answers, you go on a date. This can be either a dinner out or if that won’t work, maybe even a quiet night where the kids are asleep and the TV is off. You then share your answers to the questions with each other. The strength of this exercise is it focuses your reading and sharing of what you read. At the end of the date night conversation, you both will know more about how you each think and hopefully both feel listened to and encouraged that your marriage matters. Chaplain Baron Miller
USS America Visits GTMO MC3 Jason Bawgus
Photo’s by MC3 Bawgus and Kelly Wirfel
The future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) pulled into Naval Station (NS) Guantanamo Bay, Cuba for a scheduled port visit, July 21. NS Guantanamo Bay’s position is essential to maritime strategy and serves as a cornerstone of U.S. military operations in the U.S. Southern Command and U.S. 4th Fleet area of responsibility. “Naval Station Guantanamo Bay is wellpositioned to assist our Navy-Marine Corps team aboard America during our ‘America Visits the Americas’ transit,” said Capt. Robert A. Hall Jr., America’s commanding officer. “The ability to refuel and resupply prior to heading out on one of the longer legs of our journey is significant as we continue our mission around South America en route to our homeport and follow-on commissioning.” Sailors from the America also got the opportunity to experience some of the amenities that NS Guantanamo Bay has to offer such as restaurants, the Navy Exchange and the Morale Welfare and Recreation (MWR) athletic facilities.
“The America crew will have the opportunity to enjoy base amenities, such as its nine restaurants, Navy Exchange, recreation activities,” said Lieutenant Dawn Stankus, USS America’s Public Affairs Officer (PAO). “We are also scheduled to compete in a friendly soccer game between America Sailors and personnel assigned to the base.” Captain J.R. Nettleton, NS Guantanamo Bay’s commanding officer, also had a lot to say about all the different departments who made the America’s stop in Guantanamo Bay possible. “Great job to everyone who has been involved in the USS America visit. I know that almost every department on base played a part in their visit but I especially want to thank Port Operations, Supply, Security, MWR and the Navy Exchange,” said Nettleton. “Most people don’t realize it but there are a lot of moving parts when we have a ship pull in, especially a ship this size and as always everyone at the Naval Station worked together to make their visit a success.”
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Region Southeast Holds Change of Command Ceremony
Rear Adm. Mary Jackson and Rear Adm. Ricky Williamson participate in the cake-cutting ceremony immediatley following the Commander, Navy Region Southeast Change of Command Ceremony. During the ceremony, Jackson accepted command from Rear Adm. Ricky Williamson. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Stacy D. Laseter/Released) By MC2 Stacy D. Laseter Navy Region Southeast Public Affairs
Rear Adm. Mary M. Jackson relieved Rear Adm. Rick Williamson as Commander, Navy Region Southeast (CNRSE) during a change of command ceremony on board Naval Air Station Jacksonville, July 18. The time-honored ceremony marked an end to Williamson’s leadership of the command that supports and guides 17 installations throughout the Southeastern United States and the Caribbean. Vice Adm. William D. French, the commander of Navy Installations Command, served as the guest speaker for the ceremony. Williamson is a Jacksonville, Fla., native and a 1985 graduate of the United States Naval Academy, where he earned a bachelor’s in computer science. He also holds a master’s in business administration from the Naval Post Graduate School and is a graduate of the Armed Forces Staff College. Williamson reported to CNRSE from his previous assignment as Commander, Navy Region Midwest, Great Lakes, Ill. “I have had such an incredible experience leading an CNRSE outstanding team,” said Williamson. “I will always cherish the relationships that I have built during this tour.”
Williamson will be reporting to Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic, Norfolk, Va., in August to assume command. Originally from Wimberley, Texas, Jackson entered the United States Naval Academy in July 1984, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in physics with an emphasis in oceanography. She later went on to earn a graduate degree from George Washington University in engineering management and became qualified as a joint specialty officer. She has served on board five U.S. Navy ships, in both the Atlantic and Pacific fleets with deployed operations in the Atlantic, Caribbean, Arabian Gulf, Indian Ocean, Mediterranean Sea, Black Sea, and Western Pacific areas of operation. Her command tours including serving as commanding officer, USS McFaul (DDG 74) and commanding officer, Naval Station Norfolk, the world’s largest naval installation. Most recently, she served as chief of staff to Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic, Norfolk, Va. “It is an honor and priviledge to become a part of such a dynamic team of Sailors and civilians,” Jackson said. “And I look forward to challenges we’ll tackle together.” Jackson will be the region’s 44th commander.
Continued from PG 6... Following Cameron, Macsay addressed the crowd and his Marines. “I thank the Marine Corps Security Force Regiment leadership for the opportunity to serve here. As the son of a Marine whose father served here in the 70’s I am humbled and honored to be here. To the Marines; Colonel Ripley said once, “It isn’t easy being a Marine” and there is no one I would rather be alongside when things get hard than the United States Marines. You do a great job down here. Thank you for your professionalism and welcome,” said Macsay. “To my wife Christa; I would be a ship
without a rudder and without sail without her. She gives me direction, she pushes me when I need it in that right direction. She is an amazing mother, counselor and friend. Lastly, I would like to thank God. He has put us in this position. I give the glory to him and thank him for the grace when I need it, rebuke when I need it and compassion when I need it.” After the remarks flowers were presented to Mrs. Macsay for the support she provides to her husband and family. The ceremony concluded with the playing of Anchors Aweigh and the Marines Hymn.
MCSFCO Change of Command
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VEHICLES 2006 VW New Beetle Convertible - Metallic Gray, Less Than 10K Miles, Excellent Body and Leather, Interior, Mechanically Sound - Great AC, New Tires, Battery and Wipers, Rag Top Rear Window Needs Replacement (GTMO Heat) Asking Under Blue Book at $11,000 but very negotiable! Available July 31. Please call 90443 or 74474.
OUTDOOR REC
Two bikes for sale: One old school Schwinn Varsity road bike, new tires and tubes, well maintained. $100.00/obo., Mongoose Montana mountain bike, well maintained. $100.00/ obo. Call Mike Office: 2446 Cell: 84437
ELECTRONICS
SCSI modem 4 sale $45 Call 77798 SCSI Modem for sale, Price $50.00 Call 78742 and ask for Sammy. 32” JVC Tube Style TV with Remote $50, call 77113 Ipad Mini 16GB White, $260 please call 78059
HOUSEHOLD GOODS 4 Vegas $.25 slot machines - Wild Cherry, 5X Play, Triple Diamond, and Poker. $3000 for all 4 or $1000 each. Large Brinkman 5 burner grill – has side burner and smoker $200. End table with lamp and magazine rack $20. Large pet kennel $40. Call 84147. 3 piece white leather couch set $450 call 77113 Counter high eclipse table four chairs set. Table has storage and is expandable $300, two vases $7 each, little tikes wagon $25, radio flyer tricycle $25. call 77516.
MISC Looking for Antiques or Vintage/ Modern Toys, Games, and Collectibles on GTMO? We have what you are looking for! Please contact Tommy Gun: Collectibles, Toys and Games on Facebook or Mr. Tommy Beauchene, 45B Villamar, 77055
Yard Sale - INSIDE @RP731, Sat. July 26 from 0630 to 1030. Last sale before PCS’ing!!
GTMO JOBS
MWR is offering the Following jobs: Senior Library Technician Cashier Recreation Assistant Housing Manager Custodial Worker Operations Clerk Front Desk Clerk Front Desk Associate
Sexual Assault Prevention & Response Victim Advocate Support Specialist
The Air Terminal wants to remind everyone that according to AMC Travel Regulations, minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their PARENT or COURT APPOINTED LEGAL GUARDIAN when traveling on a paid ticket or Space “A.” Also, a parent traveling in a duty status intending to accompany his/her minor who is traveling in a Space “A” status is NOT authorized. For additional questions or concerns contact the air terminal at 6204. STATE PRIMARY The following states will hold their primary elections in August; Connecticut, Hawaii, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, South Dakota, Tennessee and Washington. To register to vote absentee, you can do so using the Federal Post Card Application available at FVAP.GOV. If you need assistance please contact ETC Robles at 4888 or ETC@ gtmo.navy.mil.
NEX is offering the following jobs: Sales Clerk Front Desk Clerk-Navy Lodge Barber Hair Stylist Housekeeping Attendant Personalized Services Clerk Receptionist NAVSTA HRO is offering the following jobs: Health Systems Manager Supply Technician Sexual Assualt Response Coordinator
Community Bank is offering the following jobs: Banking Center Service Specialist
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Local 24/7 Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program Contact #:
84578
Your Installation Sexual Assault Response Coordinator’s Contact #:
84577
Combating Chikungunya HM2 Kevin Justice
Navy Entomology Center of Excellence
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t is summer in the Caribbean, and the time of year when mosquitoes seem to be at their peak level. Perhaps mosquito-borne illness is not the first thing that comes to mind when we think of fun in the sun – but it is important to be aware of disease-transmitting mosquitoes – especially given the new threat of Chikungunya virus to the Americas. The word Chikungunya sounds a bit like a southern stew, however it represents something not nearly as comforting. Chikungunya is transmitted by mosquitoes and the symptoms generally begin three to seven days after being bitten by an infected mosquito. Fever and joint pain are the most common symptoms, however one may also experience muscle pain, joint swelling headache or a rash. Chikungunya means “contorted” referring to the arthritis-like pain associated with the disease that causes those affected to curl up in a twisted position. This illness rarely results in death and most patients will feel better in a week. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), a total of 130,941 cases of Chikungunya have been reported this year from 17 countries with 4,486 confirmed cases. As of June 10, a total of 39 cases were reported in the United States, and
none have been locally acquired. The high levels of annual travelers to the Americas has the potential for increasing the chance of a spread to the U.S.,” said Lt. Mathew Yans, entomologist, Navy Entomology Center of Excellence (NECE) at NAS Jacksonville. NECE is the only Department of Defense activity dedicated to providing operational entomology support to include consultation, training and developing and evaluating novel products and application technologies to better protect deployed forces from blood feeding insects and other arthropods that transmit human diseases. “So early detection of the virus and immediate implication of control efforts are going to be essential,” added Yans.” “Historically NECE has been tasked to be subject matter experts for surveillance and control of mosquito vectored disease, such as West Nile virus,” said Capt. Eric Hoffman, officer in charge, NECE. “Since 1999, the Navy and DoD partners have conducted a multidisciplinary vector surveillance and response effort to protect force health and readiness.” “One of the best ways to avoid contracting the chikungunya virus is to avoid contact with mosquitoes as much as possible,” said Lt. Hanayo Arimoto, a NECE entomologist. “As well as to keep up to date with the most recent travel information from the CDC or World Health Organization.” Applying 25-30 percent DEET or 20 percent picaradin (you can find both for sale online) on exposed skin and treating clothing with permethrin are two methods to prevent mosquito bites. Moreover, be sure to wear long-sleeve light colored shirts and pants whenever outdoors or in places where mosquitoes may be present. Stay indoors at peak mosquito activity times such as dawn and dusk and be sure to check that screens on windows and doors are in good repair. In order to keep mosquitoes away from your home, find and empty any containers containing water. It is especially important during the rainy season since many disease-carrying mosquitoes prefer to breed in small containers that hold water only temporarily. More information can be found at the CDC website: http://www.cdc.gov/chikungunya/. For questions concerning mosquitoes, ticks or other pests, contact NECE by emailing NECE-FleetSupport@med.navy.mil, or checkout their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/pages/Navy-Entomology-Center-of-Excellence/203419229695639.
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