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MORALE, WELFARE AND RECREATION

october 2008

Volume 4

No. 10

New Chief Petty Officers Pinned CDC Receives Accreditation NAS Fallon Conducts Basic NADAP Educates Radar Certification Training Staff Sailors

NAS Fallon’s newest Chief Petty Offi cers were pinned on September 16th on base inside Hangar Five in a formal ceremony attended by friends and family. Wearing their new By MC2 (AW/SW) Steven A. anchors are (left Rinkel, NAS to right standing) Fallon Public Aviation Ordnanceman Chief Ramiro Affairs Aarredondo from Strike Fighter Wing Detachment, Aviation Ordnanceman NAS Fallon – Speeders on

board Naval Air Station Fallon may need to watch out. NAS Fallon conducted a basic radar certification class that was not only for the base’s security department personnel but for local law enforcement agencies as well. “We have two of our ac tive duty personnel that went through the class who are now capable of being instruc tors, that way we can keep up on our new people reporting aboard to become patrol super visors,” said Master at Arms 1st Class (SW) Matthew C. Schmelzer, the Leading Petty Officer of Naval Air Station Photo by Mass Communication Security Forces Training De Specialist Second Class Doug Harvey partment. “Now our guys can H957<
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is designed to familiarize students with the history and theory of radar and its applica tion to law enforcement, math ematical applications relating to radar operation (including time – distance calculations), outside influences to radar operation and learning tools for students to estimate speed and distance. The course also covered the legal aspects of operating radar including case law and legal requirements for officers and organizations as well as licensing requirements for the radar guns. “It is very important that we get our Sailor’s taught in On Aug 26, 2008 Rear Admiral these subjects,” said Master at Robert J. Bianchi, Commander Arms 3rd Class (AW) Eric C. Navy Exchange Service Command, Buelow the Patrol Supervisor presented the Bingham Award to for Delta Section. “This is a Mary Tipp, NAS Fallon Branch great tool that we as security

Norberto Santiago from Naval Strike and Air Warfare Center, Aviation Ordnanceman Chief Jason Engleman from Naval Munitions Command, Aviation Warfare Systems Operator and police on base need to Chief Michael Pilarski from Search and have. It helps reduce traffic, Rescue, and Aviation Boatswains Mate speeding and overall safety for Fuels Chief Roger Meeks from Fleet people traveling on the base.” Liaison. Photo by MC2 Steve Rinkel.

Th e Child Development Center aboard our program has met a level of competency NAS Fallon received its Re-Accreditation and ensures parents they are receiving Decision Report from the National quality care. By becoming accredited Association for the Education of Young we are showing not just the parents but Children (NAEYC), by meeting the 10 the public that we are meeting certain early childhood program standards and curriculum requirements to ensure that related accreditation criteria on September children are getting what they need in there By MC2 (AW/SW) Steven A. Rinkel NAS 2nd. early childhood education that will help Fallon Public Affairs Each standard describes an essential them as they go through life. Th e other element that together with the other nine reason is that it’s mandated by Congress. In – The Navy’s training on standards provide a defi nition of quality NAS Fallon 1989 the Military Child Care Act says that alcohol andprograms will become accredited through drug abuse continues when for child care, preschools and kindergarten program. NAEYC. So it’s extremely important for the Navy Alcohol Drug Abuse Program “Th e process is certainly a valid process (NADAP)all military child care programs to meet staff came to Fallon to educate for ensuring that quality care is off ered, ” that criteria.” Sailors. said Cassandra Runnels, the Child and “This is Runnels said, under the new system of a unique opportunity for Youth Program Director. “If it weren’t for re-accreditation is required every fi ve years Fallon,” said Fire Controlman Chief (SW) the hard work of the staff to ensure that and each year you have to submit an annual Grant Caufield, NAS Fallon’s Command we were meeting the criteria it would be Drug and report. In that annual report you have to Alcohol Program Advisor. “These impossible to reach accreditation. It’s not show that you have continued to meet the kinds of presentations are reserved exclu one person that’s doing it, it’s a team. It’s criteria and show areas of improvement sively for the big metro areas where they everybody working together. All the staff huge required by NAEYC. can hit amounts of Sailors at one time, put in extra hours and they worked very that “To me the accreditation means that we and the fact NADAP took the time to hard to ensure that accreditation would be are off ering a very high quality program, ” think about NAS Fallon and come out here achieved.” said Runnels. “Th e Navy states that they is really just a great opportunity for us to get Th e NAEYC has become the nation’s off er high quality care for their children some of the benefits that bigger places get premier organization for early childhood and having the accreditation validates that. all the time.” professionals. Setting research-based Military child care is ranked number one Graduates of the Basic Radar class and the Radar Instructor class: The briefs, held at the base theater, on standards and providing resources to and recognized as a model for the nation (;<
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Navy Exchange store manager. Th e Bingham Award is given annually for excellence in customer service, operations and management at Navy Exchange activities. Th e award is named aft er the late Captain W. H. Bingham of the Navy Supply Corps. Captain

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Ships Serviceman Master Chief (SW/AW) Ronulfo Roxas, the NADAP Senior Enlisted Advisor plays a video for Sailors who at tended the “Myths and Truths” brief about

to prevent drug and alco hol abuse. This program operates throughout the Navy on a world wide Whine or Dine basis and is known as 3 NADAP. It provides a 6 NSAWC wide range of services FRC West Fallon to military personnel 8 their families through SFWPD Desertand Outlaws 11 counseling and assistant centers, alcohol 14 re FFSC habilitation centers and navy drug rehabili Travelcenters. 15 tation

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2 • octobeR 2008 Let me start off this month by putting in a plug for the Navy Ball. Th is year’s Navy Ball committee has done an outstanding job in bringing all the pieces together so that we can celebrate the Navy’s 233rd birthday in style. Th e ball will be in the Silver State Offi cer’s Club on the 16th of

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October and promises to be a great night of celebration and camaraderie. I hope to see you there. Th e beginning of October marks a short lull before our next air wing arrives at the end of the month. We expect this air wing to be with us until right before Th anksgiving and then we should see an SFARP arrive that will be here up until the start of the Christmas holidays. So this fall promises to be just as busy as this past summer which is all the more reason to take advantage of the lulls in our schedule. As always, our MWR department has a number of great trips and activities designed for everyone from the single

sailor to full families. Make sure that you take advantage of the opportunity to get away from the base and enjoy the fall weather and scenery in northern Nevada. Of course the arrival of fall means that PRT season is right around the corner. If you have not started getting ready for the fall PRT cycle, it is not too late to get ready. Also, we are counting on seeing everyone out there for this PRT cycle in the new Navy PRT uniform. I have seen a large number of you out there in these uniforms already so if you do not have one already, make sure that you stop by the Navy Exchange and get one by the end of the month.

Have a Great & Safe Month!

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NAS Fallon Celebrates Women’s Equality Day Photo by Mass Communications Specialist Second Class Doug Harvey

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Chaplain Michael Bigelow

A Touch of Grace Happy New Year! As you are reading this, the Jewish New Year has begun. Unlike our Western numbering of the year 2008, the Jewish New Year on September 30th marks the 5,769th of their history. On the evening of Wednesday, October 8th, comes the most sacred day of the Jewish year, the Day of Atonement. It is a time of fasting and repentance, asking for God’s forgiveness for those wrongs done, for the wrongs of things not done. In ancient Israel, part of the ceremony involved the selection of two goats. One goat would be sacrifi ced on the altar. Th e second goat? Th at’s where it became a lot more interesting. Th e high priest would pray the sins of the people over the goat, lay his hands on the goat, and the goat would go off into the wilderness taking the sins of the people with him as he trotted away. It was the “scapegoat,” a term that has become part of our cultural lexicon. Th e scapegoat was symbolic of God’s promise to forgive their wrongs and remember them no more. In talking with people over the years, I have found that much of their diffi culty lies in the area of forgiveness. Much of it has to do with forgiving others for the wrongs committed to them, and how it has impacted their lives. Surprisingly the very same people not only have to forgive others, but they also have to forgive themselves. Most people we encounter don’t suff er from never forgiving, but rather, the inability to accept forgiveness. If we are honest, and

most are, we are all too well aware of our shortcomings. We are haunted by those events in the past. It’s not that we have an overly infl ated view of ourselves, but quite the opposite. We know what we have done wrong, and wonder how could anyone, how could God forgive us. In his insightful book, What’s So Amazing About Grace, Philip Yancey gives a marvelous defi nition of grace. Grace means that there is nothing you can do that will make God love you less. Grace also means that there is nothing you can do that will make God love you more. God already loves you as much as a perfect and holy God can. Imagine the possibilities. We no longer have to beat ourselves up for things done in the past. We also don’t have to waste our time trying to prove we are worthy of His aff ection. Imagine what our world would be like if we were to provide that unconditional acceptance ourselves? How many children would be reunited with parents if grace were applied? How many Sailors and service-members would be salvaged? To be sure, there are consequences for our actions, but once an issue is handled, how do we treat the person? Do we try to bring out the best in others? Do we bring out the best of ourselves as well? Here’s hoping in a New Year of forgiveness that you are touched by God’s grace and touch others as well.

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Whine or Dine… Every time I turn on the television, there seems to be an advertisement for the new “Buff et” at the El Dorado Hotel in Reno. It recently went through a multimillion dollar renovation. I fi gured it was time I go try it out for myself. I’ve never been a big fan of buff ets. I heard a comedian once say that the problem with buff ets was that people considered it a dare! Eating that much food has never appealed to me. However, now that I am fi ve months pregnant, the idea of having rows and rows of food to choose from, excited me. What a great way to satisfy all of my cravings at once! My experience in the past has been that most buff ets don’t have the best quality of food. A little known fact is that most major buff ets make their food salty because then you will fi ll up quicker and eat less (don’t ask me how I know). Th at was not the case at the Buff et at El Dorado. Your only disappointment will be not knowing where to start. Th ey have rows of

food, richly presented, with multiple cuisines to choose from. I attended their Saturday brunch which contains a vast selection of breakfast and lunch items. Chinese, Mexican, sandwich, live action stations and shrimp bars were also available, not to mention to best desert bar I’ve ever seen. Best of all, all of that wonderful food comes rightly priced. You will actually feel as if you are underpaying for the quality. I highly recommend Th e Buff et at El Dorado. Buff ets

might not be feasible on a regular basis, but boy what a treat from time to time! Th e Buff et at El Dorado has breakfast weekly, dinner nightly, brunch on weekend mornings and specialty buff ets on Friday and Saturday nights. Buff ets range from $8.99 - $14.99 ($19.99 for specialty buff et nights). For more information, you can contact El Dorado at (775) 7865700. by Erica I. Peña-Vest

Th is CSP newsletter is an authorized publication for members of the military services. Contents of the CSP Roundup are not necessarily the offi cial views of the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense or the U.S. Navy and do not imply endorsement thereof. Th e appearance of advertising in this publication, including inserts or supplements, does not constitute endorsement by the Department of Defense, the U.S. Navy, NAS Fallon, or the publisher, of the products or services advertised. Published monthly by Sierra Nevada Media Group, a private fi rm in no way connected with the Department of Defense, the U.S. Navy, under exclusive written agreement with NAS Fallon. Correspondence with the Publisher may be addressed to 5055 Metric Way, Carson City, NV 89706. News Submission: Th e editorial content is edited by the MWR Department, NAS Fallon. Submissions in the form of news and feature stories and photographs are encouraged; these must include the author’s name, rate, rank and unit for military, and position and department for civilian personnel. All submissions must include duty phone number for information verifi cation. News and feature copy may be edited for adherence to appropriate news style and are subject to editing due to space limitations. Submit articles by e-mail to [email protected]. Deadline for all submissions is the 15th of every month. For information on paid advertisement or to view online, contact the Lahontan Valley News at 775-423-6041 or visit www.lahontanvalleynews.com. MWR Staff : Capt. Michael Glaser, Commanding Offi cer • Cmdr. Luther Hook, Executive Offi cer • John Stadler MWR Site Director • Dee Haberthur, Editor

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Mishap Statistics

Mishap data from the previous 30 Calendar days: (6 validated mishaps) 1. Worker was injured when she was struck in the forehead by a machine part. 2. Worker dislocated his shoulder while attempting to stop his fall down a ladder well. 3. Member was hit from behind while riding his motorcycle. 4. Member injured his upper body due to overexertion. 5. Worker injured her thumb due to falling equipment. 6. Member had foreign material in eye. Considering all mishaps this past FY at NAS Fallon, you are most likely to get hurt: On a Th ursday, any day of the week from 1000 to 1900, on duty, from a fall/trip or contact with object, and you are most likely to injure your fi ngers, feet/ankles or knee with a sprain or strain. As a Civilian, you are more likely to be hurt on the job; as a Military member, you are more likely to be hurt off duty. Human factors are present in over 75% of all mishaps. In other words, somebody, either through an act of omission or commission, did something which contributed directly to a mishap.

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New GI Bill Overview Chapter 33 or so-called “GI Bill for the 21st Century,” boasts the most comprehensive education benefits package since the original GI Bill was signed into law in 1944. Many post 9/11 veterans and service members will soon see a new package of education benefi ts. Th is new Post 9/11 GI Bill, or so-called GI Bill for the 21st Century, boasts the most comprehensive education benefi ts package since the original GI Bill was signed into law in 1944. Th e new bill goes well beyond helping to pay for tuition; many veterans who served aft er Sept. 11, 2001, will get full tuition and fees, a new monthly housing stipend, and a $1,000 a year stipend for books and supplies. Th e new bill also gives Reserve and Guard members who have been activated for more than 90 days since 9/11 access to the same GI Bill benefi ts. Th e following fact sheet provides a quick reference to answer the following questions you may have about Senator Webb’s Post 9/11 GI Bill. Benefits Start Date Th is new GI Bill is set to go into aff ect on August 1, 2009. However, as with any new legislation, it could take some time for the Department of Veterans Aff airs (VA) to begin paying benefi ts. Eligibility for the New GI Bill If you have served a total of at least 90 days on active duty in the Armed Forces you’re eligible. However, the amount of benefi ts you receive under this program are determined by the actual amount of accumulated post 9/11 service you have. To be eligible for the full benefi t, you must have three years of active duty service aft er 9/11 or have been discharged due to a service-connected disability. If you are an offi cer who graduated from a service academy or received ROTC scholarships, you also qualify for the new GI Bill benefi ts. However, your ROTC/Service Academy associated obligated active-duty service time does not count toward the three years necessary to qualify for the full benefi ts. Note: You didn’t have to opt-in for the Montgomery GI Bill to be eligible for this program. See the complete eligibility details for further information.

New GI Bill Payment Rates Th e Post 9/11 GI Bill will provide up to 100% of your tuition. In addition, the program provides a monthly housing stipend a stipend of up to $1,000 a year for books and supplies. If you attend less than full-time will receive a portion of the payment based on the number of units of study. Th e amount of tuition and stipends paid under the Post 9/11 GI Bill will vary depending on your state of residence, number of units taken, and amount of post Sept. 11, 2001 activeduty service. Here is a quick reference showing the percentage of total combined benefi t eligibility based on the following periods of post 9/11 service: • 100% - 36 or more total months • 100% - 30 or more consecutive days with Disability related Discharge. • 90% - 30 total months • 80% - 24 total months • 70% - 18 total months • 60% - 12 total months • 50% - six total months • 40% - 90 or more consecutive days

term. Th e payment amount will be equal to either a quarter or half of the annual $1,000 cap for that academic year, depending on how the academic year is divided – quarter or semester terms.

Tuition Rates Under the new GI Bill you will be provided tuition up to the highest established charges for full-time undergraduate students charged by the public institution of higher education in the State in which you are enrolled. One of the added features of this tuition payment plan is that the tuition will be paid directly to the school, relieving you of the responsibility. Th is is similar to the process used for military tuition assistance.

Benefit Transferability Although the details have yet to be worked out, the new GI Bill will enable you to transfer a portion of your 36 month benefi t entitlement to a designated dependent. Th is will likely require you to re-enlist to take advantage of this feature.

Monthly Housing Stipend If you are enrolled in a traditional college program as a full time or three-quarter time student, you will be paid a monthly housing stipend equal to the monthly amount of the Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) for an E-5 with dependents. Th e average housing stipend will be approximately $1,400 a month. However if you attend distance learning programs such as correspondence courses and online you will not qualify for this stipend. Book and Supply Stipend You will receive a lump sum payment the fi rst month of each quarter, semester, or term. Th e payment will help cover the cost of books, supplies, equipment, and other educational fees for that academic

Benefits Expiration Date Unlike the Montgomery GI Bill, the new GI Bill will allow you to use this benefi t for up to 15 years aft er your last discharge or separation from active duty. Licensing & Certification Payments Th is new GI Bill will provide up to $2,000 to cover the cost of one licensing or certifi cation test. Th is benefi t is not charged against your 36 month entitlement. Tutorial Assistance Like the Montgomery GI Bill, the new GI Bill will provide up to a maximum of $1,200 for tutorial assistance. Th e program will pay up to $100 per month, for a maximum of 12 months. Th is benefi t is not charged against your 36 month entitlement.

Affects on Existing GI Bill Benefits If you are already enrolled in the Montgomery GI Bill and also meet the criteria for the Post 9/11 GI Bill, you have the option to transfer your remaining MGIB benefi ts to the new program. For many veterans this will be a good option. However, due to the tuition limits set by this new GI Bill, many veterans who are pursuing a post-graduate degree may fi nd the MGIB betters suits their needs. Th is is also true for those students pursuing an online degree, as this new benefi t will not pay the housing stipend to students enrolled in distance learning programs. Further Eligibility Details: • You qualify for 100% of the benefi t if you have a total of at least 36 months on active duty in the Armed Forces. Th is includes service on active duty for entry level and skill training. continued on back page

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NSAWC Sailor Wins Scholarship Petty Offi cer 3rd Class Brian Rathell from Naval Strike and Air Warfare Center (NSAWC) was recently the recipient of one of this year’s Carson City Navy League Scholarship’s in a ceremony held July 18 at the Carson City Nugget. Rathell native of Stevensville, MD, was the recipient of the 2008 Mr. Donald L. Campbell scholarship. Th is scholarship of $500 helps with the costs associated with going to a college or university. Funds, which are to be used toward the cost of tuition, fees, and books, will be presented in

the form of a check payable to the college the applicant will attend. “I’m getting a bachelor’s in homeland security and hope to apply for the Seaman to Admiral (STA-21) or Offi cer Candidate School (OCS). I started going to school back in 2003, and have already completed sixty-two credit hours. I’ve been in the Navy since 2007,” said YN3 Rathell. In addition to a hectic life with a newborn child and his full-time job as a Sailor, he is a part-time student American Military University (AMU). For Rathell, combining his

busy schedule with school is just a part of another day’s work. YN3 Rathell works in the Administrative Department at NSAWC and handles the command’s leave program. “I was very excited when I found out I got it, I want to take advantage of every benefi t possible from the Navy” said YN3Rathell. Other benefi ts he intends to take advantage of are medical benefi ts, Montgomery GI Bill, classes off ered at the Fleet and Family Support Center such as resume building, all scholarship opportunities, and applying

for offi cer programs. “Th e chain of command helps me with whatever I need, my command supports me. I found out about this opportunity from an email that was sent out by NSAWC Command Master Chief Neal Johnson.” said YN3 Rathell. According to Navy League, the scholarship is awarded to Active Duty Sailors who have demonstrated leadership potential and high academic qualifi cations. Th e requirements for consideration for this scholarship are currently attending a college or

university, submitting a brief personal and professional biography and submit degree objective and major. Th e selection was based on relevance of chosen area of study to the Navy, professional performance, academic ability, career needs of the Sailor, and potential for professional growth. “Th e hardest thing about balancing school, family, and work is fi nding the time and deciding what’s important, and what needs to be done fi rst,” said YN3 Rathell.

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“Cantaloupe Chunkin’ Seabees” CBMU 303 DET Fallon Public Affairs Officer, EA2(SCW) David Miller Th e Churchill County Cantaloupe Festival has been occurring in Fallon, NV for 23 years. Th is year was the third annual Cantaloupe Chunkin’ Contest where entrants can either hand throw or machine throw a cantaloupe as far and as accurately as possible. Th e Seabees at CBMU 303 have entered in the Trebuchet Division for the past three years. Th e fi rst year they entered their contraption in 2006, they placed second in the division. With a few design changes aft er their initial entry, the Seabees have been more successful placing fi rst both this year and last year. Bravo Zulu to the Seabees who helped to make this year’s Cantaloupe Chunkin’ Contest a success.

The winning Trebuchet launching team members from left to right: SW3 Labarile, SW3 Bartman and CE2 Wagner. --- Photo by EA2(SCW) Miller

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MIRRORS Cast: Rated: Genre: Runtime: Synopsis:



Kiefer Sutherland, Paula Patton, Ezra Buzzington, Erica Gluck, Cameron Boyce R for strong violence, disturbing images, language and brief nudity Science Fiction/Fantasy, Suspense/Horror, Th riller and Remake 112 min It’s been nearly a year since volatile detective Ben Carson was suspended from the NYPD for fatally shooting another undercover offi cer, an accident that not only cost him his job, but fueled the alcoholism and anger that has alienated his wife and kids and left him crashing on his sister’s couch in Queens. Desperate to pull his life together, Carson takes a job as a night watchman at the burned-out ruins of the Mayfl ower department store, which was destroyed by a massive fi re that devoured numerous innocent lives. As Carson patrols the eerie, charred remains of the store, he begins to notice something sinister about the ornate mirrors that adorn the Mayfl ower walls. Refl ected in the gigantic shimmering glass are horrifi c images that stun Carson. Beyond projecting gruesome images of the past, the mirrors appear to be manipulating reality as well. When Carson sees his own refl ection being tortured, he suff ers the physical eff ects of his fractured visions. His sympathetic but skeptical sister Angela dismisses these bizarre nightmares as a consequence of his stress and guilt over the accidental shooting, but Carson’s estranged wife Amy, a no-nonsense NYPD medical examiner, is less forgiving. Her husband’s increasingly erratic behavior frightens her, pushing his family farther away--and, she fears, it’s putting their children in danger. As Carson investigates the mysterious disappearance of a Mayfl ower security guard and its possible connection to his ghastly visions, he realizes that a malevolent, otherworldly force is using refl ections as a gateway to terrorize him and his family.

THE LONGSHOTS Cast: Rated: Genre: Runtime: Synopsis:

Ice Cube Keke Palmer Tasha Smith Jill Marie Jones Dash Mihok PG for some thematic elements, mild language and brief rude humor Drama and Sports 109 min Curtis Plummer -- a down-on-his-luck former high school football star -- turns his niece, Jasmine, into the quarterback of the local team, the Minden Browns, and gets his stride back when he becomes the team coach. With Curtis as their new leader and their pigtail-wearing star player, this team of misfi ts wins its way to the Pop Warner Super Bowl and the small city of Minden, Illinois, is ignited with team spirit, town pride and the glory it once knew.

THE HOUSE BUNNY Cast: Rated: Genre: Runtime: Synopsis:

Anna Faris, Katherine McPhee, Emma Stone, Rumer Willis, Kat Dennings PG-13 for sex-related humor, partial nudity and brief strong language Comedy 97 min Shelley Darlington has lived at the Playboy mansion for the last nine years. She is Hef ’s favorite and acts like a den mother to the other girls. On her birthday, she is unceremoniously evicted from Hef ’s pad for ‘being too old.’ Homeless and without essential skills, Shelley wanders around L.A. until she fi nds a new job--the housemother at the most unpopular sorority on campus.

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FRC Volunteers at Cantaloupe Festival Fallon’s 23rd Annual Hearts of Gold Cantaloupe Festival & Fair was held over Labor Day weekend with 20 volunteers from Fleet Readiness Center West Site Fallon. Th e volunteers helped setup the event with over half of the festival volunteers being military. Festival volunteers First Class Machine Repairman Dennis Nicholls and Second Class Aviation Structural Mechanic Michael Loucks were encouraged to volunteer through their commands and were joined by many with whom they work. Nicholls said he has also done volunteer work with the Haunted

Hay ride and Haunted House during Halloween and plans to do so again. He also knows many people who volunteer at Rattlesnake Raceway and with youth football. Loucks, too, has always seen the military population involved.”Everywhere I’ve always been, the Navy has always been involved in the community,” he said. Loucks said he volunteers here and at other commands because it’s how he gets to know the community and their history.Nicholls agrees that it helps people get to know the community, so well in fact, that it causes many not to want to leave the area.”Th at’s why a bunch of people

stay here when they get out of the Navy,” Nicholls said, adding he plans to stay as well. Also at the festival was the fourth annual “Battle of the Bands”. Six bands from the Reno area competed, but this year’s battle was won by the local band “Trigger”. “Trigger” has three members including Machinery Repairman First Class Dennis Nicholls (drummer), Machinery Repairman Second Class Timothy Stacy (bass guitar / vocals), and Brandon Smart (guitar / vocals). MR1 Nicholls and MR2 Stacy are both stationed at FRCWSF. First prize at the “Battle

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enlisted personnel, junior officers and also junior enlisted personnel about the Navy’s policy in regards to substance abuse prevention. “The Sailors enjoy the information because they can use it as a tool so when they go out to the bar or go on liberty they have all the NADAP Senior Enlisted Advisor. “If you compare our alcohol related information they need to make a sound decision,” said Roxas. incidents from 1996 to 2007 there From fiscal years 2005 thru is about a 32% decrease, and about 2007 the Navy discharged 11,000 a 62% decrease in drug abuse beSailors because of drugs or alcohol. cause of the NADAP program and The cost to separate one Sailor and policies.” train their replacement can be as NADAP holds these summits much as $150,000 so over one biland see some pictures of the group onof the Bands” was $500.00. “Trigger” a monthly basis on different lion dollars was used the last three bases and provides the Commandused their winnings to purchase you can go to www.myspace.com/ years for this process alone, said ing Officers, Executive Officers, T-shirts and new gear for the group. triggerfans. Roxas. Command Master Chiefs, senior

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Awards Quaters • September

AM2 (AW) CAMILLO RECEIVED A NAM 3RD AWARD FROM NAS FALLON FOR PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT AS AUXILIARY SECURITY FORCE MEMBER.

AM2 (AW) WILLIAMS RECEIVED A NAM (3RD AWARD) FROM NAS FALLON FOR PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT AS AUXILIARY SECURITY FORCE MEMBER.

AZ2 (AW) SALAS RECEIVED A NAM (1ST AWARD) FROM ELECTRONIC ATTACK SQUADRON 130 FOR PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT AS CTPL AND LOGS AND RECORDS CLERK.

AM2 (AW/SW) SCARBERRY RECEIVED A LOA FOR PROFESSIONAL DRIVE AND WILLINGNESS PRESENTED BY CAPT. GLASER.

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Savings Deposit Program Builds Wealth for Sailors Deployed to Combat Zones From Fleet and Family Readiness, Commander, Navy Installations Command, Millington Detachment MILLINGTON, Tenn. (NNS)

great guaranteed interest rate while serving in a combat zone,” said David DuBois, deputy director, Fleet and Family Support Programs, Commander Navy Installations Command Sailors can earn a (CNIC), Washington. “It’s a guaranteed 10 percent great alternative to a lowinterest on their savings interest savings or checking annually while deployed to or account.” in support of a combat zone. To make a deposit into Uniformed service the fund, Sailors need members can participate in to contact their military the Savings Deposit Program, fi nance offi ce. According to which is administered by DuBois, the last day to make the Defense Finance and a deposit into the fund is Accounting Service (DFAS), the date of departure from aft er 30 consecutive days of the assignment. However, being deployed outside the interest will accrue up to United States as long as they 90 days aft er return from are receiving hostile fi re and deployment. imminent danger pay. “Don’t confuse this “Th e Savings Deposit program with the Th rift Program is an excellent Savings Plan (TSP),” added way for Sailors and other DuBois. “TSP is available to service members to set aside everyone in the military. Th e some money and earn a Savings Deposit Program is

available only to those serving in designated combat zones.” Sailors can contribute more than $10,000, but interest will not accrue aft er that amount, he said. Also, withdrawing the money before leaving the combat zone is not authorized, unless there is an emergency. “Th e savings program originally provided Vietnam veterans a way to earn extra money while on their Southeast Asia tours,” said DuBois. Th e Department of Defense reopened the program to Desert Storm troops in 1991, and extended it to troops in Bosnia in 1996. Th e program was further expanded in 1997, 2001 and 2003. More information on enrollment procedures can be found at http://www.ff sp. navy.mil under FFSC News.

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SFWPD Fallon Sailors Volunteer for Cantaloupe Festival

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YN2(SW) Joshua A. Sando, SFWPD Fallon Public Affairs Officer

Volunteers from SFWPD Fallon helped setup for the 23th Annual Cantaloupe Festival held in Fallon over the Labor Day Weekend. YNSN Jeff rey M. Williams contributed a signifi cant amount of his holiday weekend helping to setup for the festival. “From what I witnessed, the people of Fallon take a lot of pride and joy in coordinating this annual event and making

it an attractive way to spend Labor Day Weekend,” Williams said. “I was told that this was “THE” event of the year for Fallon and that this annual aff air generates visitors from many neighboring counties. Th e festival consisted of carnival rides, various vendor booths, a rodeo, children’s petting zoo, three professional boxing matches, live music, mud volleyball, and lots of food.”

Th e Cantaloupe Festival is an annual event held in the City of Fallon that celebrates the connection between the local area and the “Heart of Gold” Cantaloupe grown there. Approximately 50 volunteers stationed at various commands onboard NAS Fallon also volunteered for the event.

SFWPD Fallon would like to congratulate its two newest Chief Petty Offi cers. AOC(AW) Arredondo and AOC(AW/SW) Wesolowski both were pinned with their “Anchors” for the fi rst time on 16 September. AOC(AW) Arredondo has 21 total years of service and is anticipating his permanent change of station orders back to forward deployed Naval Forces in Japan. AOC(AW) Wesolowski has been on active duty for 17 years and is looking forwarded to transferring to USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN 73).

SFWPD Fallon Conducts Award Quarters Awards Quarters were conducted at Strike Fighter Wing Pacifi c Detachment (SFWPD) Fallon on 28 August 2008 and Commander Charles G. Murphy, Offi cer-in-Charge, recognized some outstanding Sailors via two separate quarters to accommodate the around the clock operations in support of Strike Fighter Tactics (SFTI) Class 04-08. AZ2(AW/SW) Nicole A. Wilson was awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (NAM) from Commanding Offi cer, USS TARAWA (LHA 1) to highlight the successful completion of her most recent assignment. AE3 Gregory D. Brown was presented a NAM from Commanding Offi cer, Strike Fighter Squadron EIGHT SIX to mark his transfer to SFWPD Fallon.

YN2(SW) Joshua A. Sando, SFWPD Fallon Public Affairs Officer

Good Conduct Medals were presented to PR1(AW) Uriah B. Harriman (Fourth Award), AD2(AW) Jeremy M. Vann (Th ird Award), AM2 Bryan M. Christian (Second Award), AO2(AW) Th omas Tse (Second Award), AT3 Brian C. McEvoy (Second Award), AE3 Raymond M. Limon (First Award). Letters of Appreciation from Fallon Industries were presented to AZ2(AW/SW) Jeff ery J. Monzella, AE3 Peter J. Zinni, and ADAN Melanie D. Ogena for their participation in a clean up project to beautify facilities owned and operated by Fallon Industries that support the City of AE3 Martin, PR1(AW) Harriman, AD2(AW) Vann, AE3 Limon, AM2 Christian, AE3 Brown, AZ2(AW/SW) Wilson Fallon community. after 28 August SFWPD Fallon Awards Quarters. Commander Murphy was quoted as saying, “We are rapidly moving towards the focused on “by the book” absolute blast for me to have presented to you from our completion of SFTI Class maintenance and to take the opportunity to recognize local community as well. Well 04-08 and we need to stay care of one another. It is an our people and to read awards done everybody!”

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Nationwide, each October is recognized as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Th is month’s goal is to draw attention to the fact that domestic violence remains an intolerable crime. Domestic violence affects every person at NAS Fallon whether a victim, family member, significant other, neighbor, shipmate, or co-worker. Th e one risk factor that has proven to be the most closely related to future involvement in domestic violence has been the exposure to violence as a child. Children raised in homes with domestic violence are much more likely to become perpetrators or victims. Among Navy recruits, 54% of women and 40% of men witnessed parental violence prior to enlistment. Domestic violence is contrary to the Navy core

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Story Time with Your Preschoolers: Books bring fun and wonder. They help children learn about the world and themselves. Bring your preschooler for an exciting time of reading and related hands-on activities. Feel free to join us for a short time or the entire two hours. **This class meets every Wed at *Neighborhood Center from 10-1200.

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Stress Management: Stress is a normal part of life but when it becomes excessive or too long lasting, it can cause damage to physical health and emotional well-being. In this one hour class, participants will learn the causes of stress, when it is useful and when it’s harmful. They will learn skills to limit or prevent stress. Good self-care and relaxation techniques will be taught. This class will meet on 1st, 15th and 29th of Oct from 13-1400 in the FFSC Conference room.

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Arts & Crafts: Art for preschoolers is all about experimenting and learning. We will focus on the process, not the product. This process of discovery and creativity will involve all five senses and may get messy! **This class will meet on 10 & 24 Oct from 10-1200 at the FFSC Neighborhood Center. Parenting of Teens: Raising teenagers came be a challenge to parents and care-givers. In this one-hour class, participants will learn some proven techniques to communicate with your teen, encourage responsible behavior, and to apply consequences to misbehavior. This class will meet on 8 Oct from 13-1400 at the FFSC *Neighborhood Center.

Liberty Center...........2836 Information,Tickets & Tours...........2275 or 2865 Sports World Gymnasium..............2949 Oasis Fitness Center.........2251 or 2252 Go Kart Track............2437 Theater Recording.................2552 Theater Office...........2580 Pony Express Outdoor Recreation. .2598 Auto Hobby Shop. . . . .2575 Top Fun Youth and Teen Center........3777

Indoor Pool..............2791 Silver State Club.......2625 Sage & Sand Club. . . .2482 Planet X Club............2445 Sage Brush Bowl......2451 Hot Stuff Pizza..........2454 MWR LPO Office. . . . . .2869 MWR Office..............2550 Fleet and Family Services Center........3333 Child Development Program............423-5808 Child Development Homes..............423-0220 Housing Office..........2809

Parenting Children: Parents of children between the ages of 5 and 12 yrs of age, often struggle to get their children to behave. In this one hour class, parents and care-givers will learn proven techniques to encourage appropriate behavior and to reduce or eliminate the occurrence misbehavior from their children. This class will be on 22 Oct from 13-1400 at the *Neighborhood Center. Music & Movement: This informal music time provides a fun, playful, non-performance oriented setting. We will sing songs, dance & move to music and play instruments, some of which we will create ourselves. **This class will meet on 6 & 20 Oct from 10-1200 at the FFSC Neighborhood Center.

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To sign-up or for more information please call 426-3333, or email us and give us suggestions of classes you would like to see given at [email protected] **Pre-registration will ensure there are enough materials/ snacks for each child. * The FFSC Neighborhood Center address is 1019 Arizona Court in base housing.

Chapel......................2813 Recycling..................2274 Commissary.............3428 Navy Exchange.........2818 Medical.............428-0100 Dental.......................2811 Drug and Alcohol Prevention................3738 Navy Marine Corps Relief Society...........2739 Not-New Shop..........3440 Fire and Security Emergencies...............911

tRAVeL Sweet Land of Liberty: A Guide to Family Fun desert roundup

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Travel Tips, Deals and Insider Information Coming Soon by Erica I. Peña-Vest

When times are difficult and the economy is weak, certain extra curricular activities seem to fall by the wayside. One of those activities is travel. With gas prices as high as they are, it’s often no longer affordable or even feasible to take a vacation. But, that doesn’t have to be the case. As members of the armed services, there are many deals and discounts available to us throughout the nation that could help us make our family vacations a lot more affordable. Throughout the year, I will be highlighting travel opportunities available both nearby and throughout the country. Travel is important. It’s the one of the largest industries in the United States. Our country depends on it. In addition, the New York Times recently reported that travel is not just a luxury; it’s also good for your health. They quoted a study that stated that people that traveled more

frequently had less heart and health problems. Traveling is also educational for your family. Saint Augustine once said “The world is a book, and those that do not travel read only a page.” If those reasons are not incentive enough to take your family on a vacation, I don’t know what is. There are great deals available when you know how to find them. As a 13-year veteran of the travel industry, I know all the ins and outs and would like to share with you a few industry secrets. I will also research popular tourist destination and find out what

offers they have for the military and/or government employees. We aren’t the only ones feeling the hit of the weak economy. Many popular tourist destinations are also desperate to attract our business. Because of this, many are offering deals that are too good to pass up. The same way it is currently a buyers market in real estate, it is a travelers market in tourism. You just have to know how to find the great deals, and I’m here to help. I will have a monthly column highlighting those great opportunities for travel and other travel tips. I will also include information on local and nearby attractions for those of you that want to stay close to home. Meanwhile, if you have any questions or for more information, I can be reached at [email protected] or visit www.guidetofamilyfun. blogspot.com.

Save Money on Fun! by Erica I. Peña-Vest

There are many resources

cruises, hotels and much more.

available on base to help us save

From time to time, they even

money during times like these.

have free tickets to concerts, free

Gas is sold just a little bit cheaper

hotel deals and free tickets to local

and food is more affordable at

attractions. Also available in their

the commissary. However, one

offices (located in the Liberty

of the biggest resources members

Center - Building 308)

of the military and their families

are regional brochures,

have available on base largely

information on bus tours and

goes untapped. The Information,

other special services. Military,

Ticket and Travel office (ITT)

Retirees, Dependants, DoD

has a large variety of discounts

civilians and MWR authorized

available to local attractions,

patrons can all purchase tickets.

national tourism destinations,

For more information, you can contact ITT at (775) 426-2275.

Visit Shamu for Free!

by Erica I. Peña-Vest

In February of 2005, Anheuser-Busch, owners of SeaWorld Parks, announced that they would be offering free admission to all active duty military, ready reserve members, Coast Guardsman or national Guardsmen who wish to visit any SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, Sesame Place, Adventure Island or Water Country USA park nationwide. “Here’s to the Heroes” program offers free admission for the service member and as many of three of his or her dependants with dependant ID. Since then, the tribute program had provided free admission to more than 4 million members of the U.S. and coalition armed forces and their families. “We take great pride in saluting our men and women in uniform,” said SeaWorld San Diego Manager Andy Fichthorn. “For all of

us at SeaWorld and AnheuserBusch, it’s an honor to show our appreciation for the sacrifices they and their families make every day for our freedom.” Anheuser-Busch has recently announced that it will extend its program through 2009. What a great opportunity to take your family on a memorable vacation for minimal cost. To take advantage of this offer, log on to www.herosalute.com or visit the entrance plaza of a participating park and show your Department of Defense ID. Unfortunately, inactive, standby and retired reserve members, military retirees, and civilian department of defense workers are ineligible for the program. For more information on SeaWorld parks, go to www.seaworld. com, visit ITT, or email me at [email protected].

continued from page 4 • You qualify for 100% of the benefit if you have a total of at least 30 continuous days on active duty in the Armed Forces; and after completion of service were discharged or released from active duty in the Armed Forces for a service-connected disability.

• You qualify for 90% of the benefit if you have a total of at least30 months, but less than 36 months, on active duty in the Armed Forces. (including service on active duty in entry level and skill training).

• You qualify for 80% of the benefit if you have a total of at least 24 months, but less than 30 months, on active duty in the Armed Forces. (including service on active duty in entry level and skill training).

• You qualify for 70% of the benefit if you have a total of at least 18 months, but less than 24 months, on active duty in the Armed Forces. (excluding service on active duty in entry level and skill training).

• You qualify for 60% of the benefit if you have a total of at least 12 months,

but less than 18 months, on active duty in the Armed Forces. (excluding service on active duty in entry level and skill training) • You qualify for 50% of the benefit if you have a total of at least 6 months, but less than 12 months, on active duty in the Armed Forces. (excluding service on active duty in entry level and skill training) • You qualify for 40% of the benefit if you have a total of at least 90 days, but less than 6 months, on active duty in the Armed Forces. (excluding service on active duty in entry level and skill training)

 Comparing

the Old & New GI Bill’s

Post 9/11 GI Bill • Proposed Chapter 33 36 Month entitlement.

Post 9/11 GI Bill • Proposed Chapter 33 Yes – those who meet the eligibility criteria above.

The following highlights the differences between the Montgomery GI Bill and the New GI Bill.

Additional expense payments

Benefit Expiration

Montgomery GI Bill • Chapter 30 No additional payments for expenses.

Montgomery GI Bill • Chapter 30 10 Years after separation or discharge.

Post 9/11 GI Bill • Proposed Chapter 33 Living Expenses - stipend based on local BAH for E-5 with dependents – paid monthly avg. amount app. $1,400 a month. Books and Fees - Up to $1,000 a year.

Post 9/11 GI Bill • Proposed Chapter 33 15 Years after discharge or separation.

Payment Rate for Full-Time Student

Transfer benefits to families

Montgomery GI Bill • Chapter 30 Annually set - nationwide - monthly payment rate. Set to increase to $1321 for 2008-2009. Paid to the student each month.

Eligibility Requirements

Montgomery GI Bill • Chapter 30 Limited - Currently Limited to Army for Critical MOS only.

Montgomery GI Bill • Chapter 30 Those who entered service the military after June 30, 1985.

Post 9/11 GI Bill • Proposed Chapter 33 Yes - Although the details are still to be released.

Post 9/11 GI Bill • Proposed Chapter 33 A payment indexed to full in-state tuition for public schools. A lump sum paid directly to the school each term.

Post 9/11 GI Bill • Proposed Chapter 33 Active-duty service since Sept. 11, 2001.

Enrollment fee

VEAP-era  Eligibility Duration of Program Montgomery GI Bill • Chapter 30 36 Month entitlement.

Montgomery GI Bill • Chapter 30 No - Except those who elected to convert in the past.

Montgomery GI Bill • Chapter 30 Yes - $1,200 Post 9/11 GI Bill • Proposed Chapter 33 None - Those who have not yet completed paying their $1,200 for the MGIB may elect to stop further payment.