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GTMO Holds “Radiothon” and “Jail and Bail”
Participants of the “Jail and Bail” smile for a group shot as they enjoyed their thirty minutes in the “GTMO Jail.” The “Jail and Bail” was one of the fundraising campaigns for Navy Marine Corps Relief Society. NS Guantanamo Bay ended up raising a grand total of $30,660. MC3 Jason Bawgus Photojournalist
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ailors and Marines stationed at Naval Station (NS) Guantanamo Bay made the final push for donations for the Navy Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) with the annual Radiothon and Jail and Bail, May 19-21. The NMCRS is a nonprofit organization aimed at helping Sailors, Marines and dependents in times of need and emergencies. According the Engineman 1st Class Carlos Lopez, NS Guantanamo Bay NMCRS Representative the Naval Station team has been working hard over the last two months and has given up several hours of liberty to support the effort. “Logistics Specialist 2nd Class Adrianne King has really made a lot of this possible,” said Lopez. “She made sure everyone was where they needed to be and helped by including the NS Junior Enlisted Association (JEA) in the fundraising, after the first weekend I knew that reaching our goal of last year’s $25,300 wouldn’t be a problem.” The team scheduled events that were a hit to base residents to include a “Jail and Bail” in which individuals could contribute money to lock someone up at the Navy Exchange atrium and a Radiothon that allowed people to call in and request a song for a small donation or pledge more money to bump a song off the air. Mass Communications Specialist 2nd Class Scott Pitman of Armed forces Network Guantanamo Bay who helped DJ the Radiothon thought it was a creative way to get the entire community involved. “It has been a lot of fun getting to hear everyone’s favorite songs and
have the opportunity to raise money for a good cause,” said Pittman. “Getting the opportunity to DJ is always a great time and some of the bump wars started getting fierce. Our top two songs were “#selfie” and “Goodbye Horses” and I could definitely stand to not hear either of those for a long time.” According to Master-At-Arms 3rd Class Ryan Oakley the “Jail and Bail” was an even bigger hit than last year with a lot of the upper leadership playing along when it came their time to be arrested and remembering those who had put a bounty on them. “Some of the people weren’t here for our last jail and bail and were a little worried when we showed up with handcuffs,” said Oakley. “We had a few office battles going on where someone tried to flip the bounty on the original caller and they would flip it right back.” King would like thank all Guantanamo Bay residents for their efforts and contributions given to help the NMCRS. “The entire fundraiser has been a huge success. We couldn’t have done it without the entire GTMO community and their great attitude and participation at all of our fundraisers,” said King. “The JEA and First Class Petty Officers Association (FCPOA) really stepped up this year and has made this the best fundraiser for the NMCRS we have ever had.” NS Guantanamo Bay ended up raising a grand total of $30,660 surpassing last years total of $25,300 and surpassing the goal of $27,000.
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NS Guantanamo Bay Commanding Officer, Capt. J.R. Nettleton congratulates OS2 Robertson on his selection as Sailor of the Week.
■Job/Department: Emergency Operations Center ■Age: 26 ■Hometown: Houston, TX ■Favorite Movie: Dark Knight ■Favorite Hobby: Diving/Swimming ■Favorite Sports Team: Dallas Cowboys/Texas Longhorns ■Hero: Mother, Sonya Robertson ■Favorite Quote: “Go hard or go home” ■Sailor of the Week Because: Was selected as Sailor of the Week due to his outstanding work during Hurrex 2014. OS2 Robertson expertly commanded the resources for Fire, Medical, and Security forces resulting in zero discrepancies throughout the Local Dispatch Center. His attention to detail throughout the exercise was determined to be an outstanding grade. Great job and keep up the hard work.
OS2 CHRISTOPHER ROBERTSON
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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.
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Midway – A Game Changer Cmdr. Gabriel Mensah
NS Guantanamo Bay Command Chaplain
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une 4, 2014 marks the 72nd anniversary of the Battle of Midway. At approximately 1026 on 4 June, 1942, the balance of power of the war in the Pacific during World War II shifted in America’s favor. It was at this time that 37 dive-bombers from the USS Enterprise destroyed four Japanese carriers. After the apparent success at Pearl Harbor in December 1941, the Imperial Japanese Navy virtually operated with impunity in the Pacific. Admiral Yamamoto, beaming with confidence at the sheer size and quality of his fleet, was determined to destroy the American fleet. His plan was to confuse the Americans with a diversionary attack on the Alaskan coast, hoping to draw the Americans to the north, and then strike Midway the next day, ambushing the American fleet hurrying south. But Admiral Nimitz had a different plan. What Nimitz lacked in numbers as far as ships were concerned, he gained in superior communication intelligence. With this intelligence windfall, the U S fleet avoided getting caught in the trap set by Yamamoto, leading to a decisive victory on the morning of June 4, 1942. The million dollar question is: was the victory at the Battle of
Midway due to luck or tactical superiority? Some historians believe that the Americans were truly lucky that fateful June 4 morning. They point to the fact that the dive-bombers from the Enterprise were actually lost, but they found their targets by following a Japanese destroyer that was speeding to rejoin the carriers. An article, “Midway, 67 years later – Lessons Learned”, from the Naval Institute Blog states: “Luck indeed smiled on the Americans that day, but she (luck) did not grab them by the hand and……tell them what must be done in Power Point bulletized format. She merely opened the door, a crack, and offered a fleeting moment to change the course of the battle…. the Americans grabbed it and changed the direction of the war.” There is a popular saying that “luck is where preparation meets opportunity”. The Americans were clearly superior in communication intelligence. With the intelligence gathered, it was not hard to confirm that the target for the Imperial Japanese navy was Midway. Furthermore, the crew on the Yorktown was well schooled in damage control; consequently, Yorktown was able to float for a while, even after she had been hit. Ultimately, although outgunned and outnumbered, the U S Navy turned a deadly ambush into a smashing defeat.
The PTO would like to congratulate Selena Murcin and Jacob Nettleton who were each recipients of a $1,000 PTO Scholarship to be used at the college or university of their choice. Both recipients are W.T. Sampson seniors and have shown great leadership skills, outstanding academics and involvement in community service.
Cub Scouts Hold Bridging Ceremony MCC Keith Bryska Gazette Editor
Naval Station (NS) Guantanamo Bay’s Cub Scouts held their Bridging Ceremony at Ocean View Park, May 17. According to Troop Leader Doug Overbey the Bridging Ceremony is typically performed to welcome the second year Webelos to the Boy Scouting Program. “We wanted to recognize the boys for their accomplishments by bridging them to their new Den. From that ceremony on, they will now be in the Wolf, Bear, Webelos and Webelos II Den as they enter the new school year,” said Overbey. “Just as their parents advanced them to their current rank, they also divest them of their old Den accouterments and dress them in the new ones. This signifies the importance of parental involvement in our program and allows the new Dens to begin bonding.” Yeoman 1st Class Matthew Yandora said he has enjoyed volunteering with the Scouts this year because it’s a way for him to give back to the GTMO community while doing something he enjoyed when he was young. “This year I started out assisting the Wolf Den with MasterAt-Arms 1st Class Michael Mcilrath then I took charge of the Tiger Den with a ton of support from Mr. Doug Overbey,” said Yandora. “Additionally a lot of the activities are fun for both the adult leaders and the Scouts, such as the Pine Wood Derby, Rain Gutter Regatta, working on various Belt Loop
Achievements, Den Projects and teaching the scouts about basic life-skills along the way.” The boys also held a Flag Burning Ceremony afterward to teach the Scouts the proper way to dispose of the American Flag. “Everyone should learn how to properly dispose of “Old Glory,” there is a certain way to properly cut the flag, incinerate it and recover the ashes and grommets without disrespecting the Flag and what it means to our Nation,” said Yandora. “By teaching the Cub Scouts this they can now take this knowledge and assist the Boy Scouts and various other organizations with this civil task.” Overbey believes that all boys should get involved with Scouting as a way for them to build character. “Character has always been a defining quality of a man and often sets him apart from others as he learns and grows. It promotes spiritual growth, good citizenship and family understanding that will make him a better person. They learn personal achievement through rigorous activities and enjoy fun and adventure that will result in everlasting memories,” said Overbey. “The last thing I believe it does is build a stronger community because it is community based. In a small place like GTMO, your accomplishments are seen and you learn to appreciate that as you grow in Scouting.”
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May is National Mental Health Month LT Philip Hensley MSC, USN, U.S. Naval Hospital Guantanamo Bay
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ood mental health helps people adapt to stress and increases their ability to successfully manage what life throws their way. Poor mental health impacts people’s abilities to deal with stress and can make normally small or inconsequential things more difficult to tolerate. Many of life’s choices directly impact our overall health and well-being, including our mental health. This means that by making the right choices we can increase resilience and decrease many of the symptoms of poor mental and physical health. I would like to encourage everyone look at the choices they make in their day-to-day life. Physical issues such as high blood pressure, obesity and heart disease have been linked to stress, and research has shown that chronically stressed, anxious, or depressed people have greater risks of physical illness. Are there small tweaks or adjustments you can make which would have an immediate and direct impact on your personal mental health? Are you isolating yourself, or engaging with others? Are there steps you can take to increase your social support network? Contemplate your spiritual health. Are you engaging in your faith? All of these areas interact with one another either for good or bad mental health outcomes. People can better determine what things they are doing well and what things might need to change after they’ve taken an inventory of their current level of functioning. If anyone
feels they need assistance identifying areas for change, or implementing a strategy for change, there is help available here in Guantanamo Bay. There are also easy steps people can take to foster resilience and develop coping skills in themselves and others. Healthy eating, sleep habits, and exercise (even walking for 15 minutes a day) are good places to start. U.S. Naval Hospital Guantanamo Bay has both an active duty psychiatrist and active duty social worker who provide services in the Behavioral Health Clinic (x. 72650) to all residents of Guantanamo Bay. People may also access behavioral health services through the Primary Care Clinic via the Internal Behavioral Health Consultant, who provides short-term, problem-focused interventions. Two psychologists with the Joint Stress Mitigation and Restoration Team (JSMART) provide assistance exclusively to deployed personnel (x. 2321). Other sources of assistance can be found through the Fleet and Family Support Center (x. 4141) and the NAVSTA Chaplains office (x. 2323). In recognition of National Mental Health Month, I would like everyone to take a little time over the next couple of weeks to consider where they’re at in life and what things they might like to change. Any of the base sources of help stand by to support as we try to make healthier choices in this journey of life. We just need to take that first step!
Smart Choices During Memorial Day Mass Communication Specialist (AW/SW) Shawn D. Graham Center for Service Support Public Affairs
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enter for Service Support (CSS) is urging Sailors, Department of the Navy (DoN) civilians and their families to be safe this Memorial Day weekend. Memorial Day weekend, May 23 - 26, marks the first weekend of summer and the beginning weekend of the Critical Days of Summer. “We place a lot of emphasis on safety, especially during the summer because it deals with our people,” said Chief Culinary Specialist (SS) Fred Butts, culinary specialist training manager. “We should never lose a team member to an accident that’s preventable. We must work together to prevent any tragedies and mitigate any unnecessary risks.” The Critical Days of Summer stretch throughout the main summer holidays - Memorial Day, Fourth of July and into Labor Day. And it’s during those periods, those holidays, that traditionally the Navy loses Sailors and Marines,” said Butts. According to Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist (SW/AW) Joel Huval, CSS safety coordinator, it is everyone’s responsibility to look out for each other and act sensibly so that no lives are lost during the upcoming holiday weekend. “Ultimately it’s the individual’s responsibility, but responsibility also falls squarely on leaders as well,” said Huval. “We must be aware of the risk involved in activities we’re doing, who we are doing it with and even conditions we are conducting our activities. We must think logically about the steps needed to ensure that everyone is safe. There are
many factors that influence safety and well-being.” “It’s a big responsibility and we must be aware of the hazards that are all around us and our families,” said Huval. “We should also take advantage of the great programs already in place and use these training sessions to promote smart choices. Leaders should also use the Naval Safety Center’s website to enhance training for our Sailors and staff members.” NSC’s Web site, www.safetycenter.navy.mil, and Navy Knowledge Online, www.nko.navy.mil, offer the Travel Risk Planning System or TRiPS. TRiPS is an automated riskassessment tool online. Sailors can use it before driving outside command travel limits for liberty or leave. These systems help Sailors and DON employees recognize and avoid the hazards they face on busy streets and congested highways. These systems also keep the Sailors’ commands involved in their travel safety. “Always think about your location, what you’re doing and make a commitment to yourself, your shipmates and your family, to conduct all activities safely,” said Huval. “We need all hands to come back alive.” CSS and its learning sites provide Sailors with the knowledge and skills needed to support the fleet’s warfighting mission. More than 300 staff and faculty work hand-in-hand with the fleet and are dedicated to ensure training is current and well executed on behalf of 10,000 Sailors who graduate from CSS courses annually in the administration, logistics and media communities.
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1996 Nissan V6 Altema new parts, New in the box Solenoid. Price $ 45.00,New in the box front Rotor. $ 35.00, New can of fiberglass bondo. $ 45.00. Please call 78742 and leave a message. PS4 and 5 games $500, call Steve at 77795
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285 16” square patio pavers $1.85 for standard block and $2.25 for fancy design and a 6’ starband internet dish with modem and account, best offer by May 31st takes it. Call John at 4002, 77528,84946
VEHICLES
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2004 Ford F-350 Super Duty, 94,200 Miles, A/C, Automatic, 6 passenger, New battery, Lightly used tires w/New full spare, Valued at $11,000….make an offer. POC: Quentin @ 78835
Saturday May 31 CP3b from 7-1200
2001 Jeep Wrangler, manual, soft top, 119,00 miles $7500and a 2000 Toyota Tundra, 175,000 miles , $6,000, need $1500 deposit with final payment June 12. Call john at 4002 or 77528 1994 Ford Ranger, green, V6, Working CD/Stereo,AC $1600 OBO call Steven at 55352
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GREAT DIVE/SNORKEL/FAMILY BOAT +30 feet barrel boat with recently refurbished 90HP Johnson Ocean Pro, inclined ladder for getting on the boat with dive equipment, plenty of deck space and storage, hold 10+ people comfortably, recently painted (including barrels), nice speakers, head facility, COME FOR A TEST RIDE! $5000 OBO Contact Steven 55352 or Otis 84988 Boat and trailer for sale: 1995 Century 21 w/1998 175 HP Evenrude motor, outbound certified. Also includes boat cover, radio, extras. Clean and runs good. $8500 OBO. Call 77242. Schwinn bike, comes with helmet, front and back lights, gel seat cover, riding gloves and reflective belt, $175 call Jeff at 4474 or 84115
HOUSEHOLD GOODS Kitchenware Items for Sale, Meal plates count 12, Small plates count 8, Silverware count 20 or more, 4 Non-stick frying pans 2 medium 2 smaller (One Medium New) All items for $65.00 Call 78742 and leave a message 84 gallon saltwater aquarium $500, 9 drawer wicker chest $20, 19’ LCD LG TV $40, call 78814 or 84796.
MISC
Missing Black frog skin wetsuit, it was left on the outside shower wall at Cable Beach. Last seen 1700 4-26-14 Contact Wayne @ 84132
Garage Sale NH14B and NH19B Saturday May 24 0800-1000
GTMO JOBS
MWR is offering the Following jobs:
Senior Library Technician Administrative Assistant Assistant Building Manager Recreation Assistant Custodial Worker Child & Youth Programs
NAVSTA HRO is offering the following jobs: Family Support Site Manager
FRIDAY May 23 8 p.m.: X-Men Days of Future
Food Service Worker
10:30p.m.: Brick Mansions
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MEMORIAL DAY On May 26, Americans all over the world will pay tribute to the U.S. men and women who died during military service. Naval Station GTMO will honor these heroes with a Memorial Day ceremony at Cuzco Wells Cemetery. The ceremony begins at 0800. However, those wishing to attend the ceremony cannot drive to the cemetery. Bus transportation will be available for everyone wishing to attend. The first bus will be leaving from the Downtown Lyceum at 0645.
Materials Handler Recreation Aid Food Service Worker Laundry Worker Laborer Front Desk Associate House Keeper NEX is offering the following jobs: Sales Clerk Front Desk Clerk-Navy Lodge Barber Shop
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Suprise...You’ve Been Promoted
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S Guantanamo Bay Commanding Officer, Capt. J.R. Nettleton spent part of the day May 22 congratulating Sailors on their promotions. The Sailors had no idea what to expect when Nettleton knocked on their door to tell them the good news.
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