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Friday, October 30, 2015 Vol. 50, No. 43 Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, S.C.

“The noise you hear is the sound of freedom.”

Seasonal uniform change to take effect at 2 a.m., Nov. 1.

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Port Royal Celebrates 100 years for Parris Island – Page 4

ECP: Enlisted to Officer – Page 7

Marines, Japanese soldiers bridge gaps while training– Page 8

Hawks, Silver Eagles swoop back to Fightertown

A Marine greets his children aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort after returning from Weapons and Tactics Instructor course Oct. 27. Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 115 and Marine All-Weather Fighter Attack Squadron 533 deployed 10 F/A-18 Hornets and 125 maintenance Marines per squadron to ensure the aircraft were ready to fly every day. The Marine is with VMFA-115, Marine Aircraft Group 31.

F/A-18C Hornets return to Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort Oct. 26. Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 115 and Marine All-Weather Fighter Attack Squadron 533 returned from Weapons and Tactics Instructor course aboard Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz. The Hornets are with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 115, Marine Aircraft Group 31.

Story and photos by: Lance Cpl. Jonah Lovy Staff Writer Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 115 and Marine All-Weather Fighter Attack Squadron 533 returned to Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort from Weapons and Tactics Instructor course Oct. 27. The WTI course is held twice a year aboard Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz. and gives combat familiarity and proficiency to pilots, weapon system officers, combat arms and combat service support personnel. “The purpose of the Weapons and Tactics Instructor course is

to ensure we execute air combat safely and accurately,” said Maj. Paul Pfeifer, the executive officer of VMFA-115. The VMFA-115 “Silver Eagles” and the VMFA(AW)-533 “Hawks” deployed 10 F/A-18 Hornets and 125 maintenance Marines per squadron to ensure the aircraft were ready to fly every day. “For our Marines, it’s a chance to go out to the field and practice using the equipment we use when deployed,” said Capt. Nathaniel Griggs, a pilot with Marine Aviation Training Systems Site. see

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Civil War Era Ordnance made inert

A fun and safe Halloween

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Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort reminds Halloween on-goers of the importance to stay safe during this holiday. Although the festivities can be an exciting time for both children and adults, safety precautions should be taken on this autumn tradition. Story by: Lance Cpl. Samantha Torres Staff Writer The sun is down and costumes are on. Halloween can be one of the most fun nights of the year, but can also be one of the most

dangerous. According to Dr. Jill Levenson of Lynn University in Florida in her 2009 study, that the following percentages accounted for Halloween crime statistics: theft 32 percent, destruction of property and vandalism account for

A Confederate 6.4 inch Brooke Ratchet Ring Sabot shell cannon ball is placed into a plastic container Oct. 26. An explosive ordnance disposal team with Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort will inert the shell, along with 14 other Civil War shells that were found on the bottom of the Savannah River. The process will take approximately two weeks to complete.

21 percent, assault 19 percent, burglary 9 percent, sex crime 1 percent, and sex crimes against child by stranger .2 percent.

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Games and Entertainment

Friday, October 30, 2015

MCAS Beaufort Movie Schedule

Saturday 4:30 p.m. PG-13 (2:11)

Saturday 2 p.m. PG (1:29)

Mess Hall Menu

Saturday 7:00 p.m. PG-13 (1:40)

MCRD Parris Island Movie Schedule

Monday - Friday Saturday, Sunday Breakfast: 6 - 7:30 a.m. and holidays Lunch: 11 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. Brunch: 8:30 - 11 a.m. Dinner: 4 - 6 p.m. Dinner: 4 - 6 p.m. Midrats Sunday - Thursday 11:30 p.m. - 1 a.m. Takeout window hours Breakfast - Mon. - Fri. 7:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. Lunch - Mon. - Fri. 12:45 p.m. - 4 p.m. Dinner - Mon. - Fri. 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Saturday Lunch Dinner Shrimp cocktail, fried Bayou jerk pork loin chicken, steak and rice Lunch Salmon with cucumber relish

Sunday

Sunday 2 p.m. PG (1:3292)

Sunday 4:30 p.m. R (1:44)

Sunday 7 p.m. R (1:34)

County Fair Word Search

Dinner Baked ziti with italian sausage

Monday - Friday Breakfast Hot farina, hot hominy grits and oven-fried bacon Monday Dinner Lunch Spicy shrimp with Baked smoked ham cheesy grits and sweet potatoes Tuesday Dinner Lunch Herbed roast pork Chicken and dumploin with pan gravy lings and rice Wednesday Dinner Lunch Manhattan clam Roast turkey and chowder green beans Thursday Dinner Lunch Apple glazed corn Arroz con pollo and beef and squash garlic bread Friday Dinner Lunch Chili macaroni and Herbed baked green beans chicken and carrots

Chapel Services Roman Catholic • 9:30 a.m. - Sunday Mass • Confession takes place before Mass • Confession Monday - Thursday at noon Protestant • 9:45 a.m. - Protestant Church School (Sunday School) • 11 a.m. - Protestant Sunday Worship Service (Children’s church is also available at this time) • 5 p.m. - Wednesday Protestant Bible Study • 5 p.m. - Saturday Worship Service at Laurel Bay Youth Center Buddhist • 11 a.m. - Saturday Worship Service in the Chapel Fellowship Hall Labyrinth Walk • 8 a.m - 4 p.m. - Monday in the Chapel Fellowship Hall Other Faith Groups • For Jewish, Mormon and Islamic support, contact the Chaplain’s Office at 228-7775

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Word Bank

ADMISSION AMUSEMENT BALLOONS CARNIVAL CAROUSEL CHILDREN COASTER COMPETITION CONTESTS

CORNDOG COTTON CANDY COUNTRY COUNTY CROWD DANCING DISPLAY ENTERTAINMENT FAIR

Sudoku

FERRIS WHEEL FIELD FUNHOUSE ICE CREAM LEMONADE LINES LIVESTOCK MUSIC OUTDOORS

PRIZES REFRESHMENTS RIDES STAGE STUNTS SUNSET TICKETS

Oct 23rd solution

Call (843) 228-6710 / 911 - IMMEDIATELY

Hotlines

MCAS Beaufort Station Inspector Sexual Assault Response Coordinator Force Protection information and concerns PMO Dispatch Severe Weather and Force Protection

228-7789 228-6904 228-6924

Oct 23rd solution

228-6710 1-800-343-0639

Sexual Assault The contact number for a Uniformed Victim Advocate is 592-0646. This number can get you in contact with a UVA 24 hours a day.

Fraud, Waste and Abuse

If you know of or suspect any fraud, waste or abuse aboard MCAS Beaufort, call 228-7777. If you know of or suspect any fraud, waste or abuse within MAG-31, call (252) 466-5038. The automated answering service on these lines is available 24 hours a day.

Answer to this week’s puzzles will be available in next week’s edition of The Jet Stream.

Command Information

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HAPPENINGS n Due to mission essential training, hunting areas 9A, 9B, & 9C will be closed to hunting on the following dates: Tuesday 27 Oct 2015, Monday 16 Nov 2015, Thursday 19 Nov 2015. Hunting is suspended in the aforementioned areas on those dates. Please contact the Game Warden if there are any further questions, comments, or concerns. Thank you for your cooperation. n

Alcoholics Anonymous

meetings are held at the Station Chapel aboard MCAS Beaufort every Monday at 6 p.m. and Thursday at 10 a.m. Meetings are open to all service members, veterans, and civilians within the Tri-Command.

libraries in the surrounding area. The Parris Island Libraries hours of operation 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-6p.m. on Friday, and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. For more information call 228-1672.

n The MCAS Beaufort Library will be closed for renovations for approximately two months beginning Aug. 1. During this closure, please visit the MCRD Parris Island Library or other

n The photocopying of U.S. Government identification cards is a violation of Title 18, U.S. Code Part 1, Chapter 33, Section 701 and punishable by fine and imprisonment.

Fightertown Fun Fact Call Sign: The origins of the Marine and Naval Aviator tradition By Sgt. Dengrier M. Baez Public Affairs Chief Civilians know them as nicknames, but for the aviation Marines and sailors they’re ‘call signs.’ Just like the wings worn on their uniform, call signs are given to them by fellow aviators. Since the radio was first used in aircraft, pilots would use their already given nicknames over the radio for security. Since then, the nicknames evolved into call signs and are now given to aviators by their peers. The call sign is a substitute for the aviator’s given name, and is used on flight suit and flight jacket name tags, painted/displayed beneath the officer’s or enlisted aircrewman’s name on aircraft fuselages or canopy rails, and in radio conversations. They are most commonly used in tactical jet aircraft communities, fighter and attack, than

in other aircraft communities such as airlift, mobility, maritime patrol, but their use is not totally exclusive to the former. How an aviator gets a nickname varies. Length and familiarity of name, play on name, a unique personal appearance, a unique event or just overall tomfoolery. For instance, if a Marine is a large person who has a habitual weight training schedule, “Hulk” might be assigned to that pilot. It is considered bad form to try to give oneself a call sign and it is also common for aviators to be given a fairly hilarious call sign, and the more they complain about it, the more likely it is to stick. Some stick with one call signforever, while in other cases an aviator might have a series of call signs throughout his or her career. For those given a call sign that they don’t like, it’s best if they keep it to themselves. And the more you don’t like it, the more it’s going to stick. Once

or twice a year, those that wish to change their call sign may do so in an informal meeting. For the Marines and sailors in the air, call signs not only identify, but they’re also used as positive reinforcement. Call signs are a tool to correct bad habits and enforce lessons learned among the officers. Marines tend to give each other less popular call signs because they tend to be more demanding on their peers. Pilots and weapons systems officers are not the only ones who receive call signs, aircrew do as well. Call signs can be used as a morale boost. The point is to maintain a light-hearted attitude and keep the receiver from getting too proud or arrogant. From its humble beginnings as nothing more than a nickname a pilot would use over early radios, call signs have evolved to mean more to those that use them every day and will always have a place in aviation’s history.

Fightertown deployed: VMFA-251 Thunderbolts are currently deployed aboard the USS Roosevelt as part of the U.S. Fifth Fleet.

VMFA-312 Checkerboards are currently deployed to the Western Pacific as part of the Unit Deployment Program.

have a detachment of Marines currently deployed to Spain in support of SpecialPurpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force Crisis Response-Africa.

MALS-31 Stingers

October 31, 1919: A patrol of Marines and gendarmes, led by Sergeant Herman H. Hanneken, disguised themselves as Cacos and entered the headquarters of the Haitian Caco Leader, Charlemagne Peralte, killing the bandit chief, and dispersing his followers. Sergeant Hanneken and Corporal William R. Button were each awarded the Medal of Honor.

Effective June 1, Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort is in Tropical Cyclone Condition V for Hurricane season until Nov. 30. There are currently no threats. Due to El Nino conditions, it’s likely to be a below average tropical cyclone season for the Atlantic. NOAA is predicting 6-11 named storms, 3-6 hurricanes, and 0-2 major hurricanes. Monitor local weather sources to stay up to date and be prepared.

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New policy regarding IT equipment

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Servmart stores around the Marine Corps are changing their policy about purchasing informational technology after the publication of MARADMIN 523/15. As of Oct. 15 most IT equipment will not require approval from your unit’ command prior to purchase. This makes the process of acquiring new gear smoother. Story by: Lance Cpl. Jonah Lovy Staff Writer

The Marine Corps has changed the policy on buying information technology from Servmart. As of Oct. 15, most IT equipment will not require an approved IT procurement request according to MARADMIN 523/15. “This will make it easier for Marines to purchase the technological gear they need for their workspace,” said Connie Washington, an administrator for station supply aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort. Information technology includes computers, batteries, keyboards, and smart card readers. Any item that has to do with communication and technology falls under this new MARADMIN. “The way it has worked in the past is Marines needed their command’s approval before purchasing,” said Washington. “Now they can just come to the Servmart and pick up the items they need if it fits in their budget.” Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort uses Servmart to purchase office supplies and pro-

fessional tools. Work sections have a budget they receive and, based on that, the unit will purchase the items needed. “Servmart is a tool for Marines to manage the needs of their office,” said Washington. “Each shop is now directly responsible for their IT requirements.” Even though Marines no longer require prior approval, they still need to ensure that the gear is properly accounted for when acquired. According to the MARADMIN, each item must be added to the unit’s list of supplies. “This new policy only applies to technology bought from Servmart,” said Washington. “If your shop wants to purchase something from an outside vendor they still need to get approval.” Many work places aboard the air station utilize technology like computers, printers and card readers. Information technology is an essential part of mission accomplishment. “Each shop is unique and has different needs,” said Washington. For additional information about the change in policy see MARADMIN 523/15.

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Buying informational technology from the Servmart for your place of work no longer requires approval from your command. Marines can now purchase computers, printers, and card readers independently.

Port Royal celebrates 100 years for Parris Island

Families from the local community ride on a float during the Parris Island Centennial Parade in Port Royal Oct. 24. The parade consisted of marching bands, reserve officer training corps cadets, and vintage military vehicles provided by private owners.

The Battery Creek High School Marching Band performs during the Parris Island Centennial Parade in Port Royal Oct. 24. Veterans, service members and local residents attended to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island. Story and photos by: Lance Cpl. Jonah Lovy Staff Writer

A parade in honor of the Parris Island Centennial Celebration was held in Port Royal, S.C. Oct. 24. Veterans, service members and local residents attended to show their pride on this momentous occasion. The parade consisted of marching bands, reserve officer training corps from local schools, and vintage military vehicles provided by private owners. Marines from the Tri-command attended to show their support

for Parris Island and the surrounding community. “It’s quite the turn out today,” said Jim Andrews, a retired Marine living in Port Royal. “This kind of event is exactly why so many retired guys like me live in the area.” On-lookers carrying Marine posters and flags lined the streets as the parade headed downtown. The day ended with a screening of the documentary “Parris Island: 100 Years of Making Marines” aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island. “There’s nothing like the community we have here in Port Royal,” said

Students with the Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps march during the Parris Island Centennial Parade in Port Royal Oct. 24. The parade is one of many celebrations and events that have occurred throughout the area commemorating the depot’s 100th year of training Marines.

Col. Neal Pugliese, director of Operations at MCRD. “People here love the military and we do what we can to give back to them.” Both the parade and the documentary are among the numerous celebrations and events that have occurred throughout the area commemorating the depot’s 100th year of training Marines. “America couldn’t ask for a better place to train Marines,” said Andrews, who graduated from Parris Island in 1966. For years, he has watched young recruits, like him and those before him, enter the depot as hopeful re-

cruits and come out as Marines. “The training that those recruits go through is outstanding,” said Andrews. “It’s completely different from when I was there, but it makes this generation of Marines stronger.” The depot was transferred from the Navy to the Marine Corps Nov. 1, 1915. It was previously called Marine Barracks, Port Royal, and later as Marine Barracks, Parris Island, before becoming Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island in 1919. “The centennial is a time for both celebration and reflection,” said Pugliese. “[the depot] has come a long way in 100 years and we can’t

forget about our past.” The parade follows a ceremony aboard Parris Island, Oct. 16, which was attended by the general public along with Gen. Robert B. Neller, the 37th Commandant of the Marine Corps. “We couldn’t have done [this parade] without the community,” said Pugliese. “It’s really the model for the rest of the nation for how our community partners and the Marine Corps should operate.” “It makes me proud to live here and to have served,” said Andrews. “There is so much pride and patriotism in this town.”

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“Everyone will get an ample opportunity to build proficiency.” The course was seven weeks long, with about three weeks of live-fire training focusing on integrating aviation and a mobile ground force. Pilots trained extensively in advanced tactical aviation. “The main focus of the course is to train weapons and tactics instructors,” said Pfeifer. “Our pilots train alongside the ground units to simulate a deployed environment.” In order to train fixed wing and rotary wing pilots to be instructors, they spend time with classroom instruction as well as flight hours. The ground combat and combat service support troops provide the familiarity of a deployed environment, but also use the opportunity for realistic training. “WTI is a great course that allows Marine pilots to hone their combat skills with the ground element and emphasize Marine Corps tactics,” said Staff Sgt. Brandon Ireton, administration staff non-commissioned officer for VMFA(AW)-533. In addition to the proficiency and tactics training, participating in WTI will help the Marines work together more

efficiently which is essential to mission accomplishment. “Many of our maintenance support Marines have never deployed,” said Ireton. “Now they have the chance to get out in the field and work with each other just like they would on deployment.” The whole Marine Air Ground Task Force is involved in the final exercise. Teamwork is especially important in this stage to ensure every element gets the support they need. “Working on such a large exercise really gives you a perspective on how the Marine Corps operates in the field,” said Lance Cpl. Mathew Whittemore, an electrical technician with VMFA(AW)-533. “Sometimes it is hard to see the big picture without getting out there and experiencing it.” Maintainers and pilots worked together to complete the training and get the job done. Once back at the air station, the squadrons will take those lessons learned and implement them in their training syllabus to prepare for upcoming deployments. “Marines are very proficient here, but training together in the field helps build that camaraderie,” said Griggs.

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An F/A-18C Hornet returns from Weapons and Tactics Instructor course to Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort Oct. 26. The WTI course is held twice a year aboard Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz. and gives combat familiarity and proficiency to pilots, weapon system officers, combat arms and combat service support personnel. The Hornet is with VMFA-115, Marine Aircraft Group 31.

A pilot greets his wife aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort after returning from Weapons and Tactics Instructor course Oct. 27. Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 115 and Marine All-Weather Fighter Attack Squadron 533 both participated in the course aboard Marine Corps Air Station Yuma. The pilot is with VMFA-115, Marine Aircraft Group 31.

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Civil War Era Ordnance made inert

An explosive ordnance disposal team, with Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, inert a Civil War era cannon ball Oct. 26. Fifteen Confederate 6.4 inch Brooke Ratchet Ring Sabot shells will be made inert over a period of two weeks. The rounds will later be sent off to be cleaned and donated to museums across the country. Story and photo by: Lance Cpl. Samantha K. Torres Staff Writer

An explosive ordnance disposal team with Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort rendered 15 Civil War era explosives inert at the air station ordnance range Oct. 26. The live, Confederate 6.4 inch Brooke Ratchet Ring Sabot shells were discovered at the bottom of the Savannah River in the CSS Georgia, a ship that was part of the Confederate navy. “Our goal is to get all the black powder out of the shells,” said Staff Sgt. David Mead, an EOD technician.

The team had to carefully execute the procedure to ensure everyone’s safety because of the condition and age of the rounds. “With the rounds being over 100 years old and sitting at the bottom of a river, some of the black powder on the inside has settled,” said Sgt. Stephen Gomez, an EOD technician. “The powder hardened, making our jobs a lot more difficult. Once we drill into the rounds, we have to let them soak overnight to hopefully break up some of the powder.” The EOD techs had to drill holes of specific sizes and areas on the shells to mitigate any risks of detonating them, using four different drill bits, taking approximately two hours for two holes.

“We had a fuse we also had to look out for,” said Mead. “We will either unscrew it, or drill it off with extreme caution to avoid setting the shells off.” While drilling, the shells were placed in a large plastic container filled with water so the water could make its way into the shell, wetting the powder. “Nobody wants to be down range,” said Mead, “so that’s where the bots come in. We have a robot down range with a camera that lets us see what’s going on.” Inerting all 15 shells will take approximately two weeks if the Beaufort weather holds up. Once inert, the shells will be sent to Texas A&M University where they will be cleaned, restored and sent to museums across the country.

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Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort’s top leadership advices trick-o-treaters, young and old, to take in consideration the possible criminal activities, and to take proper safety precautions during the holiday. “This is a time that many people are vulnerable to heinous crimes such as kidnapping, being drugged, sexual assault, or other crimes in that nature,” said Sgt. Maj. Edward Hebron, the sergeant major for Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron. According to the Columbia Police Department, Halloween on-goers- children as well as adults- should consider the following safety tips: Before Halloween • Plan costumes that are bright and reflective. Make sure that shoes fit well and that costumes are short enough to prevent tripping, entanglement or contact with flame. • Consider adding reflective tape or striping to costumes and trick-or-treat bags for greater visibility. • Secure emergency identification -name, address, phone number-discreetly within Halloween attire or on a bracelet. • Because a mask can limit or block eyesight, consider non-toxic and hypoallergenic makeup or a decorative hat as a safe alternative. • When shopping for costumes, wigs and accessories, purchase only those with a label indicating they are flame resistant. • Think twice before using simulated knives, guns or swords. If such props must be used, be certain they do not appear authentic and are soft and flexible to prevent injury. • Obtain flashlights with fresh batteries for all children and their escorts. Plan ahead to use only battery powered lanterns or chemical light sticks in place of candles in decorations and costumes. • Teach children their home phone number and to how call 9-1-1 (or their local emergency number) if they have an emergency or become lost. Remind them that 9-1-1 can be dialed free from any phone. • Review with your children the principle of “Stop-Drop-Roll”, should their clothes catch on fire. • Openly discuss appropriate and inappropriate behavior at Halloween time. • Consider purchasing individually packaged healthy food alternatives (or safe non-food treats) for those who visit your home. • Take extra effort to eliminate tripping

hazards on your porch and walkway. Check around your property for flower pots, low tree limbs, support wires or garden hoses that may prove hazardous to young children rushing from house to house. • Learn or review CPR skills to aid someone who is choking or having a heart attack. • Consider safe party guidelines when hosting an Adult or Office Party. Fun alternatives: • Find a special event or start one in your own neighborhood. • Community Centers, Shopping Malls and Houses of Worship may have organized festivities. • Share the fun by arranging a visit to a Retirement Home or Senior Center. • Create an alliance with college fraternities, sororities or service clubs for children’s face painting or a carnival. Before nightfall on Halloween: • A good meal prior to parties and trick-or-treating will discourage youngsters from filling up on Halloween treats. • Consider fire safety when decorating. Do not overload electrical outlets with holiday lighting or special effects, and do not block exit doors. • While children can help with the fun of designing a Jack O’ Lantern, leave the carving to adults. • Always keep Jack O’ Lanterns and hot electric lamps far away from drapes, decorations, flammable materials or areas where children and pets will be standing or walking. • Plan and review with your children the route and behavior which is acceptable to you. • Do not permit children to bicycle, roller-blade or skateboard. • Agree on a specific time when revellers must return home. • Along with flashlights for all, older children and escorts should wear a wristwatch and carry coins for nonemergency phone calls. • Confine, segregate or otherwise prepare household pets for an evening of frightful sights and sounds. Be sure that all dogs and cats are wearing collars and proper identification tags. Consult your veterinarian for further advice. • Remind all household drivers to remain cautious and drive slowly throughout the community. • Adult partygoers should establish and reward a designated driver. When trick-or-treating: • A Parent or responsible Adult should always accompany young children on

their neighborhood rounds. • Remind Trick-or-Treaters: • By using a flashlight, they can see and be seen by others. • Stay in a group, walk slowly and communicate where you are going. • Only trick-or-treat in well-known neighbourhoods at homes that have a porch light on. • Remain on well-lit streets and always use the sidewalk. • If no sidewalk is available, walk at the farthest edge of the roadway facing traffic. • Never cut across yards or use alleys. • Never enter a stranger’s home or car for a treat. • Obey all traffic and pedestrian regulations. • Always walk. Never run across a street. • Only cross the street as a group in established crosswalks (as recognized by local custom). • Remove any mask or item that will limit eyesight before crossing a street, driveway or alley. • Don’t assume the right of way. Motorists may have trouble seeing Trickor-Treaters. Just because one car stops, doesn’t mean others will. • Never consume unwrapped food items or open beverages that may be offered. • No treats are to be eaten until they are thoroughly checked by an Adult at home. • Law Enforcement authorities should be notified immediately of any suspicious or unlawful activity. After trick-or-treating: • Wait until children are home to sort and check treats. Though tampering is rare, a responsible Adult should closely examine all treats and throw away any spoiled, unwrapped or suspicious items. • Try to apportion treats for the days following Halloween. • Although sharing is encouraged, make sure items that can cause choking (such as hard candies), are given only to those of an appropriate age. The South Carolina Police Department advises motorists to be extremely cautious Halloween night while driving in areas where children will be trick or treating and to expect to drive with reduced speeds. While on the air station and the military housing, remember the proper procedures to contact the Provost Marshal’s Office in case of an on-base emergency. Stay safe and happy Halloween.

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ECP: Enlisted to Officer Story by: Cpl. Brendan Roethel Marine Corps Recruiting Command

The Corps is looking for a few outstanding Marines who have earned a four-year degree, before or during active duty, to serve as Marine Corps officers through the Enlisted Commissioning Program. “The goal of ECP is to provide an opportunity for outstanding and qualified enlisted Marines to earn a commission and become second lieutenants,” said Lt. Col. Matthew Kessler, head of Officer Programs, Marine Corps Recruiting Command. “Mature and intelligent Marines who have demonstrated a desire and ability to lead and mentor Marines are strongly encouraged to apply.” The ECP differs from the Marine Corps Enlisted Commissioning Educational Program (MECEP) in that ECP commissions enlisted Marines who already have a bachelor’s degree. The program is open to all active duty enlisted Marines and members of the Marine Corps Reserve who meet eligibility requirements. “When I enlisted, I already had my bachelor’s and law degrees,” said Maj. Bill Hennessy, Staff Judge Advocate, MCRC. “I was first told about the ECP by my recruiter. I knew I was qualified to apply to Officer Candidate School, but yearned to experience life as an enlisted Marine first. I was told about the program again by my executive officer and career planner at my first duty station. I later submitted my package and attended OCS two years into my career.” The Marine Corps holds three ECP boards annually. Last year, approximately 110 Marines applied, and 95 Marines were selected. The goal is to have twice as many applications and selections annually, said Kessler. To apply for ECP, Marines must have a bachelor’s degree from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university, and be a lance corporal or above with at least one year time in service. Applicants must also meet at least one of the aptitude qualifiers, which include having an Armed Forces Qualification Test score of 74 or higher, a minimum composite score of 22 on the American College Test, or have achieved a 1000 on the Scholastic Aptitude Test for combined math and critical reading. “The selection process is based on a panel of board members who evaluate each applicant using the ‘whole Marine’ concept,” said Kessler. “The board, which consists of senior Marine officers, heavily analyzes each applicant’s package and makes its decision after considering a multitude of factors, to include the Marine’s service record, letters of recommendation, awards, evaluation paperwork, physical training performance, and chronological records.” Upon selection, Marines undergo a complete medical examination review by the Navy’s Bureau of Medicine. Upon a successful medical review, the Marine is required to graduate from OCS in Quantico, Va., before pinning on the rank of second lieutenant. “Being prior enlisted made OCS infinitely easier,” said Hennessy. “There was no shock, for instance, when the sergeant instructors started yelling, the only real shock

Photo by Lance Cpl. Kathryn K. Bynum

A candidate of Officer Candidate School executes the Combat Course aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico, June 14, 2013. The Marine Corps is looking for outstanding and qualified enlisted Marines to earn a commission and become second lieutenants through the Enlisted Commissioning Program. To apply for ECP, Marines must have a bachelor’s degree from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university, and be a lance corporal or above with at least one year time in service. The Marine Corps holds three ECP boards annually. For more information, visit http://www.marines.com/officer.

came when the yelling tapered off after the first day, unlike boot camp... I loved OCS.” Prior enlisted Marine officers bring a perspective of what it means to be a junior Marine to the officer ranks and are an invaluable asset to the Marine Corps, said Kessler. “If you’re physically and mentally ready for the increased responsibility and broader horizons, submit your

ECP package immediately,” said Hennessy. Enlisted Marines interested in becoming officers are encouraged to speak with their commands and career planners for more information regarding eligibility. For specific information pertaining to ECP opportunities, Marines can access the MCRC website at http://www.marines. com/officer or review the annual Marine Administrative Message and Marine Corps Order 1040.43B.

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Marines, Japanese soldiers bridge gaps while training

Marines and Japan Ground Self-Defense soldiers assess possible casualties in a simulated improvised explosive device explosion during Exercise Guard and Protect at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Oct. 20-23, 2015. Guard and Protect is a joint security force operation that enables readiness in case the station has to make a defense posture. The exercise tested the abilities of the Marines and Japanese soldiers to respond effectively in real world situations.

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force soldiers treat an injured Marine during a simulated improvised explosive device explosion during Exercise Guard and Protect at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Oct. 20-23, 2015. Exercise Guard and Protect is a joint security force operation that enables the station’s readiness in case the station has to make a defense posture. During the exercise Marines and JGSDF soldiers had to overcome the language barriers in order to effectively accomplish the mission. Story by: Lance Cpl. Nicole Zurbrugg Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan

IWAKUNI, YAMAGUCHI, Japan — Marines and 1st Company, 46th Infantry Regiment, Japan Ground SelfDefense Force soldiers came together for Exercise Guard and Protect at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Oct. 20-23, 2015. Guard and Protect is a joint security force operation that enables readiness in case the station has to make a defense posture. Marines and JGSDF soldiers carried out scenarios such as riot control, armed intruder response, improvised explosive device response and vehicle searches. “This week we executed our guard and protect exercise,” said Maj. Jacob Hoskins, the Station Provost Marshal. “When we go from delta to a war time posture, we initiate guard and protect to help support and defend the installation.” The exercise tested Marines and JGSDF ability to work together under real world situations, and share perspectives on wartime tactics. “It’s important that we build strong relationships with the Japanese,” said Hoskins. “We need to know how they fight and what their capabilities are to help better protect this installation to keep everyone safe.” This year’s exercise posed a new challenge for the Ma-

rines and JGSDF as the language barriers between the troops added a level of confusion that took creative communication to break through. “Last year we had a lot of interpreters to help with the communication gap,” said Hoskins. “This year we took away all interpreters. It forced the Marines and soldiers to communicate within themselves whether, with arm and hand signals, using phones or whatever way they could find to effectively communicate.” Lt. Jonathan Boron, operations officer for the station Provost Marshal’s Office, said despite language barriers, Marines and JGSDF had creative ways to bridge that gap and accomplish the mission. “It’s definitely tough to communicate with the Japanese,” said Boron. “But I feel that the Marines and JGSDF did an excellent job of coming together to accomplish the mission. I could see the camaraderie that was built during this exercise and it helped build a stronger relationship with the Japanese.” Capt. Shinichiro Maeda, 1st Company Commander, 46 Infantry Regiment, said it was an honor to work alongside the U.S. in such cooperation. “I have never experienced such a partnership with the U.S. military as I did with this exercise,” said Maeda. “It is important and beneficial that we work together to defend our relationship”

Marines and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force soldiers take a stance after a simulated riot control situation during Exercise Guard and Protect at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Oct. 20-23, 2015. Marines and JGSDF soldiers were challenged with real world situations such as riot control, armed intruder response and vehicle searches to prepare in case the air station has to take a defense posture.

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force soldiers take down a kidnapper during as part of a simulated situation during Exercise Guard and Protect at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Oct. 20-23, 2015. Guard and Protect is a joint security force operation to promote readiness in case the station has to make a defense posture. Marines and JGSDF soldiers carried out scenarios such as riot control, armed intruder response and vehicle searches.

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Veterans from World War II, Korean War and Vietnam War prepare for an Honor Flight Network to DC

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jimmy Vertus

Veterans from World War II, Korean War and Vietnam War prepare to board a bus to Washington, D.C. on U.S. Army Base Fort Stewart, Ga. Oct. 23. The veterans were part of a Honor Flight Network which is a non-profit organization created for the express purpose of getting as many WWII and Korean War Veterans as possible to Washington to view the World War II and Korean War Memorials.

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