The Morning Calm Korea Weekly - June 2, 2006

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CAC logon becomes reality in Korea June 30 Special to The Morning Calm Weekly

PHOTOS BY YU HU SON

Soldiers move under barbed wire and through the mud to dodge bullets and get to safety during testing for the Expert Field Medical Badge at Warrior Base May 14-19.

Medics vie for coveted badge By Pfc. Lee Seung Hyub Second Infantry Division Public Affairs

WARRIOR BASE – “Prepare to lift! Lift!” On that command, four Soldiers struggled to lift and carry the casualty, crawling under barbed wire and over muddy ground. No matter how difficult the obstacle, the medics were determined to carry the casualty to safety. The 151 candidates who arrived at Warrior Base May 9 had four days of preparation and then were tested to earn the Expert Field Medical Badge, one of the most difficult tests in the U.S. Army, from May 14 to May 19. The EFMB test had been held every October up until last year. The new EFMB test starting this year is being held in May in order to provide the participating Soldiers with a better training environment. “It was thought that when done in October, there would be many newcomers with insufficient experience,” said Maj. Douglas McKnight, 2nd Infantry Division Surgeon’s Office. “So it was moved to May, by then the Soldiers would have enough time to practice. Also, better environment could be provided due to nice weather.” The participants were tasked with eight missions including land navigation, emergency medical treatment, evacuation, common skills tasks, litter obstacle course, written test and 12-mile road march. From the eight missions, participants could choose five to practice during the preparation period. Divided into six platoons, they were briefed about the coming

tasks. Through this process, they were able to know what they needed. Despite the time to prepare beforehand, the EFMB test was a big challenge for the participants. “To successfully pass the litter obstacle course, which is most challenging in physical terms, one would have to find the muscle strength that he or she did not even know he or she had,” said Staff Sgt. Kirk Scott, one of the cadre at the litter obstacle course. “Staying active at this kind of obstacle is most difficult for the Soldiers.” The litter obstacle course is accomplished when four Soldiers evacuate a casualty through the obstacles together. The Soldiers went down the hill with the casualty fixed to the litter, made their way through narrow stairs and rested for a while in front of a big wall. Because it was assumed to be a war situation, the Soldiers stood fast with their personal weapons even during the break. After the brief rest, the Soldiers climbed the wall by twos. Then, in order to pass through the trench where water came up to their knees, they lifted the litter above their heads. At the final spot of the litter obstacle course were waiting barbed wires and mud. As one team of medics passed under the barbed wire crawling on mud, they became one and finally got through after moving 20 times, little by little. Then they went up the hill to successfully evacuate the casualty to the waiting vehicle.

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SEOUL – Common Access Card Cryptographic Logon becomes a reality for all Areas on the Korean peninsula by June 30. On that date all CAC eligible personnel will require a CAC to logon to government information systems. All others without CAC eligibility will continue to use username and password until the Department of the Army develops a solution for this user group. Outlook Web Access will remain available for e-mail with username and password until further notice. The Department of the Army is still working the solution for this capability. As part of a phased CCL implementation for Army in Korea, Area III & IV users are now required to logon using CAC. Area I users including 2nd Infantry Division will receive a message from the Theater Network Operation and Security Center the first week of June, announcing CAC logon enforcement the following day. Once Area I & 2ID users are successfully migrated Area II users will receive the same CAC message to advise mandatory logon enforcement. As of May 25, approximately 80 percent of CAC holders in Korea Active Directory have been CAC enabled and are now ready to logon using CAC. If you cannot logon using your CAC, check with your unit Information Management Officer. The unit IMO will assist you in getting your account CAC Logon enabled. Once you are CAC logon enabled, make a habit of logging on with CAC as it will become the only option as it will be enforced during month of June. If you access Department of Defense/Army information systems and are not entitled to have a CAC, provide your account information to your unit IMO to be temporarily exempt from CAC logon. Security requirements on workstations in association with CCL strengthen when Korea Active Directory applies CAC mandatory logon policy. This means all workstations unless identified and reported for exemption will require CAC logon. So, it is important for IMOs identify and report information on workstations that are assigned to or utilized by personnel who are not CAC eligible. As the CAC requirement has grown nearer, many questions have arisen concerning the processes and

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Commentary B Surveys impact 2006 COLA rate changes June 2, 2006

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adjustment in their COLA authorization. The COLA adjustment will vary based on duty location, with the smallest decrease in Seoul (10 percent) and the largest in Daegu (16.7 percent). To lessen the financial impact on servicemembers and their families, these adjustments will occur in two phases: half Oct. 1 and half Nov. 1. The purpose of this message is threefold: first, to inform all of our servicemembers of the COLA adjustment so that they are aware of and can plan for the upcoming adjustment in total pay; second, to explain what COLA is; and third, to explain the critical role surveys play in ensuring our servicemembers receive the right amount of COLA. The bottom line is that COLA improves the quality of life of our servicemembers and their families by adding dollars to their takehome pay each month. COLA is a

In January and February 2006, servicemembers throughout Korea participated in the OCONUS Cost of Living Allowance Survey. The results of the survey demonstrated that while the cost of goods and services in Korea increased during the preceding 12 months, the cost of comparable goods and services in CONUS increased at an even greater rate during the same time period. The significant point is that even though prices in Korea remain higher than prices in CONUS, the difference between the two is smaller today than it was a year ago. Because COLA is intended to compensate for the cost differences between Korea and CONUS, the Department of Defense will, in accordance with law and DoD regulations, adjust our COLA which will result in an overall decrease. This fall, servicemembers in Korea will see a downward

non-taxable allowance designed to strengthen our servicemembers’ purchasing power by compensating them for the difference between the cost of living in Korea and the cost of living in CONUS. To determine the appropriate amount of COLA, DoD regularly conducts surveys in Korea and in CONUS to compare the costs of common goods and services purchased off post. DoD then uses the results of these surveys as one set of criteria to set the COLA for each Korea location. Several factors impact our COLA rate. These factors include the Korean Won exchange rate, servicemember and family member shopping patterns, prices of items throughout our communities, duty location and accompanied status. Surveys are the regulatory tools used to determine shopping patterns and prices in communities, and to ensure COLA is set at levels authorized

Gen. B.B. Bell United Nations Command/Combined Forces Command/U.S. Forces Korea commander by law. The survey results establish the index that indicates how much COLA is paid. Through your leadership and engagement, 13,045 people responded to the online survey, reporting what they buy and where they buy it. This was a tremendous response.

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MPs enforcing summer safety standards By Lt. Col. Andre Curry USFK Provost Marshal’s Office

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s we approach the summer season in the Republic of Korea, it is critical to emphasize the importance of safety standards and their impact on the safety and well being of Soldiers, sailors, airmen, Marines, civilians, family members and our Korean neighbors. In accordance with the USFK commander’s safety program, law enforcement personnel across the peninsula will be emphasizing vehicle and traffic safety related regulations. Some of the most common traffic laws that are broken and can cause serious injuries or fatalities are ones that are easy to violate but can be easily prevented: ! Seatbelt use is mandatory, in POVs and GOVs, both on and off base. The first instinct upon sitting in a vehicle should be to buckle up. The “Click it or Ticket” campaign is running in several areas across the peninsula throughout June, and military aolice in Yongsan alone have

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already issued over 100 tickets to violators in less than a week. It is also the responsibility of the driver of the vehicle to ensure passengers are using seatbelts and appropriate child safety restraints. ! The use of a cell phone while driving is also a law that is commonly violated. Using a cell phone while operating a motor vehicle can distract the driver and result in accidents involving motor vehicles, bicycles and pedestrians. Not only does using a cell phone distract the driver, it takes away the driver’s ability to have both hands on the wheel to make sudden corrections to avoid accidents. If a phone call is critical or an emergency, completely pull over to the side of the road in a safe place to use a cell phone, or return the call when you have arrived at your destination. In addition to the distractions of cell phones, drivers must not use commercial headsets or earplug radios, and caution should be used if eating or smoking while driving. ! The importance of motorcycle/moped safety cannot be emphasized enough. The nice summer

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weather entices motorcycle riders to take bikes back and forth to work and on trips to enjoy the Korea peninsula. Motorcycle riders, whether on or off post, need to ensure they are following the appropriate speed limits and wear the mandated safety equipment — to include a helmet, gloves, boots, long sleeves and a reflective vest. Motorcycle accidents are one of the leading causes of serious injuries and death to service members. ! The fair weather is also great bicycle riding and jogging weather. Bicyclists are required to wear a helmet and reflective vest while riding on post, whether in uniform or not. It is also a good practice for bicyclists to walk their bikes across crosswalks, not ride them. Joggers must wear reflective vests to ensure passing vehicles can see them. Both bicyclists and joggers are not allowed to use MP3 players or music devices in order that they can hear oncoming traffic and are aware of their surroundings. (Editor’s Note: Lt. Col. Andre Curry is the deputy provost marshal for USFK.)

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Family Affair IG Positions Available The United States Forces Korea and Eighth Army Inspector General’s Office is looking for officers and NCOs who desire to become inspectors general in Area II. Soldiers in the rank of major (branch immaterial) and Sgt. 1st Class (MOS 42A/42L and 92Y) are sought to serve as inspectors general. There is also an opening for an IG position in the rank of captain at Camp Humphreys. For information, call Lt. Col. Levern Eady, deputy inspector general for USFK and Eighth Army Inspector General’s Office at 725-6739. Warrant Officer Recruiting Team Visits A Warrant Officer Recruiting Team will brief on qualifications and application procedures for becoming U.S. Army warrant officers. June 12 thru 24, the team will visit Yongsan Garrison and camps Humphreys, Carroll and Henry. For information on Henry or Carroll, call 768-7154; on Yongsan Garrison, call 724-6330; and at Humphreys, call 753-7598. Junior Golf Instruction Offered at Sung Nam Sung Nam Golf Course has announced their Junior Golf Instruction Program for Summer 2006. The program is open to junior golfers and those interested in learning the game from ages 7 to 17. Instruction times and dates are 9 to 11 a.m. each day, June 26-30. The location is Yongsan Driving Range (June 26 and 27) and Sung Nam Golf Course (June 28-30). The instructors are all “Class A” members of the PGA of America and equipment will be provided to those without. The program is offered at no charge. For information, call Jim Shaw, PGA, Sung Nam GC assistant general manager, at 736-3483. Area II Pool League The Area II Pool League is seeking new members. The group meets at 7 p.m. each Tuesday at the Main Post Club, Harvey’s Lounge and the N a v y C l u b - - a l l o n Yo n g s a n Garrison. Membership is open to any ID cardholders, family members, retirees, Department of Defense civilians or contractors and individuals sponsored by ID cardholders. for information, call Brent Abare at 723-3691 or e-mail [email protected]. Army Birthday 5K Run Eighth U.S. Army wll sponsore a 5K run in celebration of the Army’s 231st birthday. The event will begin at Collier Field House, Yongsan Garrison, June 16. Registration will take place 7:30-8:30 a.m., with the race beginning at 9 a.m. Road guard vests are required for all participants. Free T-shirts will be awarded to the first 300 finishers.

Father and son share Korean experience

By Pfc. Lee Seung Hyub Second Infantry Division Public Affairs

CAMP CASEY – There is an old saying “Like father like son.” There is a father and son in 2nd Infantry Division that this applies to exactly. In 2nd Battalion, 9th Ifantry, there are two Todd Michael Shepherds on duty. One, the father, is a first sergeant and his son is a sergeant. Their Army life in the same battalion started in May 2004. The father, who came to Korea in August 2003, got a call from his son who was in Advanced Individual Training. His son informed him that he was going to be stationed in Korea. Because of his son’s Military Occupational Specialty he knew that P .L S H his son was coming to Camp Casey. First Sgt. Todd Michael Shepherd and Sgt. Todd Michael Shepherd II pose in front of 2/9 “I was glad to hear that my son headquarters. Both father and son are stationed together in the same battalion. was coming to Korea,” said 1st Sgt. experienced unique events. I could always push my self more, Shepherd. “I could guide my son to and the best thing is I have a very Shepherd promoted his son three do the right thing at his first duty close person to ask.” times from private first class to station.” sergeant. Moreover Shepherd II Since two family members are “Since I knew I was going to returned the favor, promoting his stationed together, they had a couple Korea where my father was on duty, father to first sergeant. of chances to bring the rest of their there was nothing to worry about,” family to Korea. “My wife came to “I think this situation is very said Sgt. Shepherd. Korea July 2005 and we could unique in the Army,” Shepherd said. Although they knew they were “I’m very happy spend time together,” Shepherd said. both going to be “If I went to another place, I stationed at Camp “ We can make friends because I have my son to talk to would have missed my family a lot,” Casey, they didn’t everywhere but they can’t be my about the Army said Shepherd II. “But I’m with my know that they family.” life in Korea after father. We eat dinner and go shopping were going to be 1st Sgt. T odd Michael Shepherd Todd my retirement.” together. I feel like I’m home.” working together “We can make friends “He always in the same everywhere, but they can’t be my looks after me and makes sure that battalion. I’m doing the right thing,” Shepherd family. There is nothing like a Since they started Army life II said. “Not to disappoint my father family,” added the older Shepherd. together in the same battalion, they FC

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Appointed representatives from the community then could drive a decrease in COLA. That is why we see collected prices at locations from the survey to continuous and periodic changes to our COLA establish price levels in each community. These price throughout the year. levels are then compared against CONUS price levels It is important that we get the word out now to all of similar goods and services for military families. Soldiers, sailors, airmen and Marines, so they can The COLA compensates servicemembers for the plan for this adjustment in total pay. We will difference in these price levels. continue to conduct surveys required by regulation Servicemembers can look up their COLA rate at to ensure DoD implements COLA adjustments fairly https://sercureapp2.hqdalpentagon.mil/perdiem/ocform/ and properly. html. A decrease in COLA indicates that the gap between Leaders must continue to emphasize the importance CONUS and OCONUS prices has narrowed. In this of COLA surveys throughout their organizations. instance this does not mean that prices in Korea have Supporting these surveys is the only way to ensure that declined, but that they increased at a slower rate than our military personnel continue to get the COLA they the prices in the United States. need and so richly deserve. More information about COLA and the changes We will ensure that you “ Only through your can be found at https:// know and have an opportunity participation can we ensure to participate in the next secureapp2.hqda.pentagon.mil/perdiem. Clicking that our servicemembers and round of surveys. Only on Overseas COLA, and again on COLA families receive the through your participation can INDEXES will lead to the published index rates. The Korean Won exchange rate also affects maximum amount of we ensure that our the servicemember’s purchasing power for the servicemembers and families COLA.” portion of shopping conducted off post. receive the maximum amount Consequently, the exchange rate is reviewed twice of COLA authorized by law and regulation. each month to ensure that COLA retains its intended For information about COLA in Korea, call the level of purchasing power. Changes in the exchange Finance Policy Division of the 175th Financial rate drive adjustments in COLA. When the won Management Center at 725-3201. Questions may also strengthens, it lessens the purchasing power of the be submitted by e-mail to dollar and could drive an increase in COLA. [email protected], or through the Correspondingly, when the won weakens, it organization’s Web site, at http:// increases the purchasing power of the dollar and 175fincom.korea.army.mil.

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Soldiers hoist a casualty over an obstacle, an event that requires teamwork.

EFMB “The moment I finished up the course, I was lost for words with joy and fulfillment,” said Spc. Daniel Realini, 702d Brigade Support Battalion. “The barbed wire was the hardest part. It was physically challenging but EMT was the most challenging of all the EFMB missions because I had to pay attention to every little detail.” “They accomplished an enormous mission,” said Sgt. James Greene, 168th Medical Battalion. “Given that this was their first try, they accomplished it in 52 minutes out of [the allowed] 60 minutes. It seemed that resting in the trench while holding onto the casualty was their critical moment.” The EFMB test is composed of not only the 151 candidates’ spirit and effort, but also twice as many support Soldiers. The support Soldiers arrived before the participants to set up the training site, to play the roles of casualties, to do site maintenance, and to support everything else so that testing went smoothly. “Being given the opportunity to guide the participants is meaningful,” Greene said. “I feel as if I am winning the EFMB

CAC its requirements. Following are some of the most frequently asked questions: Q: I do not have a Common Access Card. Can I still access government computer systems? A: If you are not entitled to have CAC, you will be allowed to use your UserID and password to log onto authorized systems. If you are eligible for CAC but have not processed to obtain one, you will not be exempted from mandatory CAC logon and you should proceed to get one. Q: When do I start logging onto my computer using my CAC and Personal Identification Number? A: You should be able to log onto your computer using your CAC as soon as your account has been provisioned. Both UserID/

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A team of medics carry a casualty uphill to a vehicle during Expert Field Medical Badge testing. when I watch them understand the missions and get closer to the badge through my guidance.” Of the 151 Soldiers that started the journey, 19 earned the coveted badge.

from Page 1 password-based logon and CAC logon capability will coexist until mandatory CAC login is applied to your workstation during the month of June — in which time you must use your CAC to log in. Q: I forgot my PIN. How do I recover my PIN? A: If you do not know your PIN, g o t o y o u r A r e a D O I M ’s C P R office. Resetting your PIN takes only 60-90 seconds, and you will be on your way. Q: How do I check if my computer is properly set up for CAC login and PKI certificates are published to Global Address List? A: Contact your unit Information Management Officer. For information regarding this process, contact individual unit IMOs.

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PHOTOS BY JIM CUNNINGHAM

Area I Command Sgt. Maj. Greg Bunce accepts the colors from Col. Forrest Newton, commander of Area I during the Assumption of Responsibility ceremony May 26.

Bunce assumes responsibili ty in Area I By Jim Cunningaham Area I Public Affairs

CAMP RED CLOUD — Area I received their new command sergeant major May 26 in a ceremony commemorating the event on the Village Green at Camp Red Cloud. Sgt. Maj. Rick Soto -Acevedo passed the colors to Col. Forrest Newton, commander of Area I, who then passed the colors to Command Sgt. Maj. Greg Bunce. The ceremony was highlighted with remarks from Newton and Bunce. “Commanders always listen to their sergeant majors because they know all that is going on within a unit. They have their fingers on the pulse of a unit, and can make suggestions regarding the well being and situation of the unit,” Newton said. “It is the sergeant major that keep the morale and well being of the Soldier.” In his article in “Army” magazine in May 1986, Lt. Gen. Robert Wetzel summed up how he utilized his Sergeant Major in combat. “The same way I use him in peacetime — to show the way. I expect the sergeant major to be at or near the point of decision at critical times and provide me, as the commander, with an unbiased assessment,” he wrote. “Today as we find the Area I and the 2nd Infantry Division reaching another milestone, I must spend a moment in reflection and appreciation,” Bunce said. “Not in remembrance of past year’s events, but in ourselves on this field among fellow warriors. “These warriors which reflect our investments in each other, our units, and our future propel us to reach set goals. “Especially now as we live our lives at the doorway to peace,” Bunce said. “As Area I command sergeant major, I know the sacrifices our Soldiers have made and will make. I will make every effort to establish a greater community that is not only safe, but worthy of our Soldiers’ pride,” Bunce added. Rudyard Kipling described the sergeant major as the backbone of the Army. That certainly describes

the experience and knowledge Command Sgt. Maj. Bunce brings to the position. Bunce comes to CRC from his last position as command sergeant major at headquarters 302d Brigade Support Battalion at Camp Casey. Before coming to Korea, Bunce was the maintenance control supervisor of the 71st Ordnance Company, 485th Corps Support Battalion, in Hanau, Germany. His military experience is wide and varied. It extends from mechanic to squad leader, drill sergeant to operations sergeant. His military schooling spans everything from Primary Leadership Development courses to Drill Sergeant School, Airborne School, Jump Master School, Air Assault School and United States Army Sergeant’s Major Academy. He also holds a bachelor’s degree from Excelsior College, New York, N.Y. As one might expect, Bunce is a much decorated Soldier. His awards and decorations include the Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation, Army Achievement Medal, Good Conduct Medal (of which he has six), and the Overseas Service Ribbon. He has been awarded the Korean Defense Service Medal, Noncommissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon (four of those on his uniform), Humanitarian Service Medal, Joint Expeditionary Forces Medal, Global War on Terrorism Medal, National Defense Service Medal, NATO Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Meritorious Unit Commendation Medal, Master Parachutist Badge, Air Assault Badge, German Armed Forces Parachutist Badge and the British Armed Forces Parachutist Badge. He has received the Ordnance Order of Samuel Sharpe, the Engineer “De Fleury”, the Cavalry Medal, and he is a member of the Sergeant Audie Murphy Club. “I am proud to stand here in the ‘Land of the Morning Calm’ upon this field today, and would like to thank the senior command teams for selecting me for such a demanding and important position,” Bunce said. E- m a i l j a m e s . f. c u n n i n g h a m @ k o r e a . a r m y. m i l

Sgt. Maj. Ricardo Soto-Acevedo commands the color guard during the Assumption of Responsibility ceremony for Command Sgt. Maj. Greg Bunce.

Command Sgt. Maj. Greg Bunce addresses the audience during his Assumption of Responsibility ceremony May 26. “I am proud to stand here in the ‘Land of the Morning Calm,” Bunce said.

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2006 Warrior Division Bowling Championship The 2006 Warrior Division Bowling Championship will be held at Camp Red Cloud bowling Center Sept. 26 - 28. Each enclave within 2ID, or Area I, is authorized to enter 14 men and four women. The event is open to activeduty personnel only. A prechampionship meeting will be conducted at 5:30 p.m. Sept. 26 at CRC Bowling Center. All participants must be present and ready to bowl at this time. For information, call Henri LeBorgne at 732-6276, or e-mail to [email protected]; or contact Kim Pok Man, 732-6927, or email: [email protected]. 2006 Warrior Division Boxing Championship The 2006 Warrior Division Boxing Championship will be held at Hanson Field House, Camp Casey Sept. 20-22. It is open to active-duty U.S. military and Korean Augmentation to the U.S. Army personnel stationed in Warrior Country. Those desiring to participate should apply through their respective enclave sports director no later than Sept. 19. Medical exams and weigh-ins will be conducted between 10 and 11:30 a.m. each day of competition at Hanson Field House, Camp Casey. A briefing for the boxers will be conducted at 1 p.m. on the first day of the competition. The drawing for the bracket will be held at that time. Competition will begin at 6 p.m. each day. 2006 Warrior Division Wrestling Championship Set for September The 2006 Warrior Division Wrestling Championship will be held at Carey Physical Fitness Center, Camp Casey Sept. 30. This championship is open to active-duty U.S. military and KATUSA personnel stationed in Warrior Country. Personnel desiring to participate should apply through their respective garrison sports director no later than Sept. 28. Medical exams and weigh-ins will be conducted between 10 and 11:30 a.m. Sept. 30., at Carey Physical Fitness Center. A tournament briefing will be conducted at 1 p.m. and competition will begin at 1:30 p.m. Attendance at the tournament briefing is mandatory for all participants and coaches. Texas Hold’em Tournament Scheduled Calling all poker fans! Round four of the Texas Hold’em Series will be played June 24-25 at Camp Red Cloud’s Mitchell’s Club. Sign-up now at www.crcmwr.com. Today Last Day for Term V Registration Today is the last day to sign up for term V classes of University of Maryland and Central Texas College that will be conducted from June 5 to July 29 at 6 to 9 p.m. Be sure to pick up your GoArmyED Enrollment Procedure handout at the Camp Red Cloud Education Center. For informatoin on classes, contact your camp ed center.

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Cindy Newton, wife of Col. Forrest Newton, Area I commander, gives the welcoming address at Area I community awards luncheon.

Community recognizes volunteers By Jim Cunningham

on a little more confidence, a little more of a steady pace and a little CAMP CASEY— May 23 was a more determination to make it to very special day in Area I. The t h e f i n i s h l i n e , t o f i n i s h t h e Area I community gave recognition volunteer task you started. “N o t a l l m a r a t h o n s a n d and awards to more than 30 Soldiers and civilians and four volunteer jobs are easy,” she said. “They sometimes take a toll on units. J o h n G u n t e r w a s a w a r d e d you. That stabbing pain in your side Vo l u n t e e r o f t h e Q u a r t e r a n d i s a r e m i n d e r o f j u s t h o w h a r d Volunteer of the Year for his work running can be. Volunteering is with the USO. The Fires Brigade sometimes hard. “You are constantly in action on was awarded Unit of the Quarter f o r t h e i r w o r k w i t h t h e I s a a c this peninsula. Taking time from House, an orphanage in Uijeongbu. your everyday busy schedules is The 2/9th Infantry Battalion not easy. But as you well know, the exhilaration was awarded the of how you Unit of the Year “I saw people with no hair, no f e e l w h e n for their work w i t h t h e A e s h i n sight and no legs. None of them t h e r u n i s O r p h a n a g e a n d were there to beg. They were o v e r a n d the job is Shalom House in only there to thank us.” Dongducheon. Cindy Newton, finished is T h e o c c a s i o n wife of Col. Forrest Newton, Area I commander o n e o f t h e m o s t was the quarterly a w a r d s f o r v o l u n t e e r s . In her powerful emotions you can ever remarks, Newton said volunteering often experience.” She should know all about takes a great deal of effort and volunteering. dedication. “My husband and I were “You should look at volunteer j o b s a s i f y o u w e r e r u n n i n g a s t a t i o n e d i n Da e g u i n t h e l a t e marathon,” said Cindy Newton, 1 9 9 0 s . I h a d t h e p r i v i l e g e o f guest speaker at the luncheon and being the president of the Daegu Wo m en ’s wife of Col. Forrest Newton, International Association. One of our tasks commander of Area I. “You are standing at the start, w a s t o s u p p o r t o n e o f t h e g o t y o u r t e n n i s s h o e s a n d t h e religious missions in the middle correct PT clothes, ready to run. of the city. “We had collected quite a bit of The gun sounds and you take off like a shot. With each mile, as with money and with this money we each volunteer job you do, you take h a d p u r c h a s e d i t e m s f o r t h e Area I Public Affairs

sister ’s pharmacy. The sisters of this mission served lunch every day to people who otherwise would eat nothing for the day. We always gave money to our Korean associate who would in turn hand the money over to the sisters. We were invited to come and visit this mission. So, we put our suits and high heels on and traveled downtown. News had spr ead t hat we wer e com i ng t o visit. By the time we arrived, there were about 50 to 75 people who were there for their daily meal. She was stunned. “I saw people with no hair, no sight, and no legs,” Newton said. None of them were there to beg. They were only there to thank us. We n e v e r w o r e s u i t s a n d h i g h heels to that mission again. Jeans and tennis shoes became the norm. Positive begets positive, begets more positive.” The stories accompanying the list of nominees were no less touching. The volunteers had totaled more than 105 days of solid volunteer work. “You are people with integrity,” Newton said. “Whether you realize it or not, other people are watching you. The people who watch you are very much inspired. They want to jump on the band wagon and catch a little of what you have.” E-mail [email protected]

Area I Asian Pacific heritage celebrated at Red Cloud

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By Jim Cunningham Area I Public Affairs

CAMP RED CLOUD—In June 1977, Congress passed a bill to proclaim 10 days of May as Asian/Pacific Heritage Week. A year later in October 1978, President Jimmy Carter signed a Joint Resolution designating the annual celebration. In May 1990, the holiday was expanded further when President George H.W. Bush designated May to be Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. “Our celebration today is for the contributions to our society that Asian Pacific Americans have made,” said Lt. Col. Mark Johnson, director of the 2nd Infantry Division EO office at Camp Red Cloud. “We have brought all the forces to bear to give this celebration its much deserved significance. We have Morale, Welfare and Recreation here with the live band, “Intensity”, Better Opportunities for Single and unaccompanied Soldiers and Army Community Services brought barbecue. Also, we had support from the International Christian School, that brought more than 70 middle school students to help with things.” The opening welcome was given by Col. Forrest Newton, commander of Area I, and followed by a Hawaiian

ukulele demonstration. Lots of ethnic food was available and served by the ladies of CRC, many of whom were dressed in traditional dress of their country of origin. “We donated a lot of the Filipino food you see here being served by these ladies dressed in there traditional Asian dress,” said John Antes, MWR entertainment director. Korean folk music, Asian culture exhibits and demonstrations of martial arts rounded out the celebration. “We served roast pig, Filipino food, and Samoan, Korean, and Hawaiian food too,” Johnson said. The month of May was chosen to commemorate the immigration of the first Japanese to the United States May 7, 1843, and to mark the anniversary of the completion of the transcontinental railroad May 10, 1869. The majority of the workers who laid the tracks were Chinese immigrants. Asian Pacific American Heritage Month is celebrated with community festivals, government-sponsored activities and educational activities for students. This year’s theme is “Freedom for All — A Nation We Call Our Own.”

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Lots of ethnic food was available and served by the ladies of CRC, many of whom were dressed in traditional dress of their country of origin.

The Intensity Band played everyone’s favorite tunes from the Philippines.

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Youngsters practice their form in anticipation of the Children’s Bowling League, set to beign play May 27 at Camp Red Cloud. More than 20 children signed up to participate. The league is sponsored in part by the Army Community Services and MWR’s CRC bowling alley.

(from right) Hugh Benner, chief, supply and services division, Area I Directorate of Logistics, gives a tour May 23 of Camp Stanley’s warehouse operations to Davis Tindoll, KORO deputy director, Olivette Hooks, chief of logistics, Korea Region Office, and other Area II, III and IV DOL and Directorate of Public Works representatives. Before the tour, Benner also presented a briefing on the DOL supply operation and the consolidation initiative to provide improved management controls of all sustainment, restoration and modernization stock items.

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By David McNally Area II Public Affairs

YONGSAN GARRISON — Nearly 800 softball players from across the Pacific, and as far away as North Carolina, descended on Yongsan’s green fields May 26 to start a 72-hour, slow-pitch softball marathon. The Pacific-wide Softball Tournament, now in its 16th year at Yongsan, was disrupted by rain, but still finished Monday. In the men’s tournament, “The Guzzlers,” reigning champions from last year, once again proved superior, leaving “The Heat” as runners-up. “Gyeongbok” won the woman’s tournament, with “Busan” as runners-up. “It went great,” said Area II Morale, Welfare and Recreation Sports Director Bennie Jackson. “The weather was a setback, but we got around it.” Jackson said the tournament was scheduled to end at 1 p.m. Monday, but it ended at 8 p.m. “The enthusiasm was definitely there,” Jackson said. “Teams are already talking about signing up for next year.” While it is too early to start registration for next year, Jackson said they are already planning to make it better. “We should be able get lighting for Field No. 5,” he said. “That will help us play more night games.” Area II officials welcomed the 39 teams to the tournament with an opening ceremony 8:30 a.m. May 26 at Lombardo Field. “A couple of years ago, a player hit a home run and broke a window in our dental clinic across the street there,” Area II Commander Col. Ron Stephens told the assembled teams. “I believe that player is here today.” One hand went up among the hundreds of players. Stephens said the crowds were in store for some great softball. Before 1990, the Pacific-wide Softball Tournament was held annually in the Philippines. “They called us and wanted us to keep it going,” Jackson said. “It’s been a very popular event.” Because the games are invitational, players and teams also came from stateside installations, like Fort Bragg, N.C., Fort Lewis, Wash. and Peterson Air Force Base, Colo. Jackson said this year they saw the greatest number of women’s teams. Fourteen of the 39 teams were made up of women. “There were a lot of strong players out there this year,” Jackson said. E-mail [email protected]

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The American Legion’s Javier Farrar rounds the bases after a hit during the May 26 game against 18th MEDCOM.

Heather Kinzey (left) and Nicole Garcia (right) of the Yongsan Softball team, root for their team May 26 at the softball field.

An honor guard member and softball teams salute May 26 during the opening ceremony.

Sangji University Softball Pitcher Choi So-ra throws the ball during a game against the Kadena Falcons May 26.

Yongsan team members congratulate each other as they leave the field during an opening day game.

18th Medical Command’s Kerry McKinley takes a swing during a match against the American Legion softball team May 26.

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Community Policing The summer emphasis is communitybased policing using DARE and bike patrols. These patrols will be mobile throughout community housing areas from 11 a.m - 7 p.m. The mission is to improve community relations and enforce regulations throughout these areas. The patrols will also be monitoring protective equipment for bicyclists, skateboarders and joggers. Hole-in-One Event Skilled putters who get three out of five balls in the hole will win a $100 gift card. Putters who get two out of five balls in the hole will win a $50 gift card. Try your luck or skill at the Army and Air Force Exchange Service Holein-One Event from 2-4 p.m. Saturday at the Yongsan Main Exchange. Flea Market Under the overpass next to the Yongsan Main Post Club is the place to be 10 a.m. Saturday for a flea market. Danny Byram Concert Danny Byram will perform 6:30 p.m. Sunday at the South Post Chapel. For information, call 011-9000-6064. Culture Tour K-16 Air Base and Moyer Community Services Center will offer a tour of the Insadong shopping district and Changdeok Palace. The tour starts 10:30 a.m. June 17. Sign up at the the K-16 Community Activities Center, or Moyer CSC. Financial Management There will be a free professional financial management class offered from 1-4:30 p.m. Wednesday and Friday at the Yongsan Education Center. For information, call 738-5028. Bowling Clinic There will be a middle school/teen bowling clinic from 3-5 p.m. July 3-7 at the MP Bowling Center. For information, call 738-4557. Basic English Class Learn basic English grammar 11 a.m. noon Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Army Community Services Outreach Center at Hannam Village. For information, call 723-6810. Computer Club to Meet The next meeting for the Seoul Computer Club is 2-4 p.m. June 10 at the Seoul USO at Camp Kim. The topic for the meeting will be a demonstration of Microsoft Producer. There will be free food and door prizes. For information, e-mail seoulcomputerclub @gmail.com. Case Worker Needed The Yongsan American Red Cross is looking for a part-time, after-hours case worker. Interested U.S. citizens may apply for this paid position. For information, call 738-3670. Area II Web site For up-to-date news and information, visit the Area II Web site at http:// area2.korea.army.mil.

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YONGSAN GARRISON — While the Girl Scout cookie season is over, for many lucky U.S. troops in Afghanistan and Iraq, the eating has just begun. Yongsan Girl Scout Troop Studio 2B donated nearly 1,000 boxes of cookies to Soldiers and civilians serving in combat zones. A group of scouts loaded 31 cases at the Yongsan Post Office May 5. Girl Scouts sold cookies this year from Jan. 6 to Feb. 27. The scouts spent Saturdays selling the famous snack at booths around Area II, and even as far away as Camp Casey in Area I. The girls decided to target cookie distributions downrange to people who have a connection to Korea. Army Nurse 1st Lt. Shelby Mood is getting several cases for his patients in Afghanistan. Mood is the son of Seoul American Middle School Principal Darrell Mood. “I’m enormously proud of my son and what he is doing,” Mood said. Shelby Mood is a Seoul American High School graduate. Several Yongsan private organizations purchased cookies as a donation: ! Yongsan Sergeants’ Major Association donated 10 cases; !Seoul Computer Club donated five cases; !An anonymous donor gave 50 cases. The scouts said they were thankful to the Areas I and II communities for the success of this year’s campaign.

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Girl Scouts Jasmine Williams (left) and Rita Lott help load 31cases of cookies May 5 at the Yongsan Post Office. The snacks are donations to troops serving in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Community members attend information briefing By David McNally Area II Public Affairs

YONGSAN GARRISON — Area II officials met with about 25 concerned community members May 26 to talk about upcoming events. The monthly Area II Information Meeting is held 9 a.m. on the last Tuesday of each month at the Army Community Services building on South Post. Because of the training holiday, officials rescheduled the May meeting. The gathering brings together key community leaders to help get the word out. Yongsan Main Exchange Manager Ken Limtiaco told community members about a Father’s Day promotion from the Army and Air Force Exchange Service. “The first 200 customers on Saturday, June 10 and 18 will receive a 50-minute phone card to call their dad on Father’s Day,” said Limtiaco. Area II Civilian Personnel Advisory Center Director Ken Stark told the crowd about resume preparation classes June 14 at the CPAC. Area II Morale, Welfare and Recreation Director Paul Robinson said the community was planning a big bash for the Fourth of July. With monsoon season around the corner, Area II Director of Public Works Col. Paul Legere warned Yongsan residents about parking in flood-prone areas. Area II Volunteer Coordinator Joseph Gall said there is a new volunteer recognition program. “Volunteers with 50 hours of service will receive a pin,” Gall said. “When a volunteer reaches 1,000 hours, they’re

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Yongsan Main Exchange Manager Ken Limtiaco tells the community about upcoming events May 26 at the Area II Information Meeting.

going to be put in for a Presidential Volunteer Award.” For the complete listing of Area II Information Meeting notes, including event calendars for June and July, visit the Area II Web site at http://area2.korea.army.mil. During a question-and-answer session, several community members brought up the topic of Yongsan youth skateboarding and proper safety gear use. “This is something we are addressing,” said Area II Commander Col. Ron Stephens. “Parents need to get their kids to understand the importance of proper safety gear.” Stephens said he makes on-the-spot corrections and encouraged other community members to do the same. E-mail [email protected]

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Yongsan Ar ts and Craf ts Center offers various programs Arts Crafts By Sgt. Seo Ki chul Area II Public Affairs

YONGSAN GARRISON — The door to Yongsan Ceramics and Pottery Shop is open wide to Area II community members interested in making ceramics or pottery. “Some people might consider it difficult to make this kind of item,” said Yongsan Arts and Crafts Center Manager Kim Jae-su. “It’s not as difficult as you might expect. Once you start learning the process, you can figure out how enjoyable it is.” Kim explained differences between ceramics and pottery. “Ceramics are made from a liquid mixture of finely divided clay and water called, ‘slip’.” Kim said. “It is baked at a lower temperature than pottery after being glazed. Most customers make ceramics for the purpose of an ornament, like a vase or flower pot.” Kim said about 200 molds are available for customers. In comparison with ceramics, pottery making requires creativity and different techniques. “Pottery is made of clay on an electronic wheel,” Kim said. “Customers are able to make useful items like plates, bowls and mugs in a variety of shapes.” The ceramics shop offers three classes: ! Pottery making ! Art clay silver

Italian flower ceramics The pottery-making class gives basic skills for making pottery and is held noon - 2 p.m. and 3 - 5 p.m. every Wednesday and Friday. Kim said the art clay silver class teaches how to make handmade jewelry 3 - 5 p.m. every Tuesday. “Art clay silver is a pure metal powder mixed with non-toxic binders and water,” Kim said. “When it is put into the kiln, the binders burn away, leaving pure silver. It can be added to a variety of media, including glass, ceramics, porcelain and polymer clay.” Customers can also learn how to make handmade decorations out of ceramics in the Italian flower ceramic class, held 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. every Thursday. One of the students, Kim Jung-sin said she has been taking great pleasure in the class for about two years. “I feel proud whenever I finish the works for myself,” Kim said. “I’m thinking I will pass them on to my children.” Besides the classes, the workshop is available daily for a small fee. “All the employees in the Arts and Crafts Center are so experienced in making ceramics they can help customers anytime, free of charge.” Kim Jae-su said. The workshop use is free for Korean Augmentation to the U.S. Army Soldiers. Students also may use the facility for !

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A Yongsan artisan makes pottery at the Yongsan Arts and Crafts Center on South Post. educational purposes. “The Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts kids and Seoul American Elementary School students often visit the facility as a part of organizational activities, as well as an art class.” Kim said. “They get together and paint ceramics.” Kim said the ceramics shop is also a perfect place for Soldiers hoping to spend more time with their family. For information, call 738-4750. E-mail [email protected]

Pottery classes meet every Wednesday and Friday for two sessions.

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Area II may confiscate skateboards Area II Public Affairs YONGSAN GARRISON — Area II officials released an enhanced safety policy Wednesday designed to reinforce the wear of proper safety gear. Community members will find most of the policy the same; however, the upgraded policy adds a new provision for the confiscation of equipment from violators. “This should be a wake-up call for chronic violators,” said Area II Safety Officer Jeff Hyska. Military police will issue property vouchers when they confiscate equipment from policy violaters, Hyska said. “The new policy is directed at skateboarders not using personal protective equipment,” he said. “This

has been an ongoing issue in Area II.” According to the command policy letter, sponsors are responsible for the conduct of their dependents and guests while riding scooters, skateboards or skates. Skaterboarders must use a helmet and reflective vest. In addition to mandatory helmet wear, skaters are encouraged to use elbow and kneepads, Hyska said. Youth Services has a limited amount of safety equipment, available for daily check-out. Officials said skateboarders are encouraged to use the Morale Welfare and Recreation Skate Park behind Commiskey’s. Read the entire policy letter at http:// area2.korea.army.mil. Violations should be reported to the Military Police Desk at 724-3004.

Soldiers learn to “Weigh to Stay” By Sgt. Christopher Selmek Area II Public Affairs

YONGSAN GARRISON — National Nutrition Month is in March, but the 121st General Hospital offers health and fitness classes throughout the year. The 121st General Hospital has a nutrition and weight control program called “Weigh to Stay,” aimed at Soldiers who can use help with proper eating and exercise habits. “A lot of the stuff we cover is common sense, especially when it comes to exercise and physical training,” said Clinical Dietetics Noncommissioned Officer-In-Charge Sgt. Joel Diones. “But, there’s also a lot of things you don’t know, and that’s what we try to go over in this class.” The course lasts three hours and is presented by the Clinical Dietetics Office at the 121st General Hospital. It covers such important nutrition factors as counting calories, the food guide pyramid and other common sense tips for healthy eating. Diones uses a new National Food and Drug Administration food guide pyramid. The guide encourages a certain amount of servings from each food group, along with getting plenty of exercise. He said the most important determining factor in whether or not someone will lose weight is willpower. “No matter how much I go over all this stuff in class, what it really comes down to is your personal determination,” Diones said. “You’ve got to want it bad enough.” He said there are any number of reasons for wanting to keep your body in good shape:

!Keeping your job in the military !Energy and ability to do what you want !Overall health and fitness “Just because you’re in this class doesn’t mean we’re telling you not to have french fries anymore, or anything good like that,” he said. “We’re just saying you shouldn’t overeat, and you should try to modify your behavior to make yourself feel better.” Behavior modification, eating less and exercising more, are the keys to healthy weight loss. Diones said the Army does not trust fad diets or dietary supplements as shortcuts. “Think of your body as a car, and your car needs a certain kind of gas to run at its best,” he said. “You might lose weight on fad diets, but it will only be water or muscle weight and it might lead to more problems later on.” Many Soldiers attending the class felt it would do them good. “A lot of people don’t realize how many calories are in an alcoholic beverage, and that it’s a good idea to stop drinking just for that reason,” said Pfc. John Granger, 18th Medical Command. “Fortunately, I’ve already started.” “Even people who don’t feel they are terribly unhealthy should take the class, because it does a lot to contradict the advertising you see for fatty foods and bad things,” said Spc. Jaquebouris Hopson, 55th Maintenance Company. “A lot of Soldiers don’t eat a good variety of foods, but maybe if they learned what was healthy, we’d all do a lot better.” The next class will be June 14. For information, call 737-5521. E-mail [email protected]

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PC Sing with foreign spouse can be lengthy process PCSing By Capt. Patricia Hinshaw Yongsan Legal Assistance Office

As we approach the summer PCS season, many servicemembers and Department of Defense employees will encounter challenges when trying to leave Korea with their family. Servicemembers who recently married a foreign national or those who gave birth to/adopted a child in Korea need to remember there is additional paperwork required for their family to legally enter the United States. Planning ahead for these documents can save you from the heartache of having to PCS without your family. If you married a foreign national while in Korea, your spouse may not be eligible to travel to the United States with you when you depart Korea. Every individual entering the United States needs to have a visa, unless he/she is a U.S. citizen or resident alien. Merely marrying a U.S. citizen does not automatically give your foreign spouse the right to enter the United States. The U.S. Department of State is responsible for issuing entry visas to foreign nationals. They issue two types of entry visas: Non-Immigrant Visas and Immigrant Visas. Non-immigrant visa are for temporary visitors and they are only valid for a brief period of time. Immigrant visas (sometimes known as “green cards”) are for people who want to work, study, or live in the United States permanently. If you want your foreign spouse to live with you in the United States during your next duty assignment, you will need to apply for an immigrant visa. This is a multi-agency process and can take several months advance of your DEROS.

To apply for an immigrant visa while you are still stationed in Korea, go to the U.S. Embassy in Seoul. Applicants are seen by appointment only, 8 a.m. to noon Monday through Friday. You can request an appointment by e-mailing [email protected]. To begin the application process, you must first file a petition with the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service. You will need to fill out a Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative. This form lists you as the sponsor and the foreign spouse as the “alien relative.” You can download a Form I-130 from http://www.cis.gov. Applicants stationed overseas will submit the completed petition to CIS through the U.S. Embassy. ! Your petition will require the following items: ! Proof that the Sponsor is a U.S. citizen or legal U.S. Resident Alien ! A copy of your marriage certificate/proof of marriage ! If either the sponsor or spouse was previously married, proof that the prior marriage was terminated. ! Passport size photos of the sponsor and the spouse ! Completed Forms G-325A, Biographic Information, for both the sponsor and the spouse ! $190 processing fee If CIS is considering approval of the petition, they will notify the sponsor and send a packet listing the documents that your foreign spouse must complete. The next step to getting an immigrant visa is for your spouse to set up an interview appointment at the U.S. Embassy. Only the foreign spouse will need to attend the interview. Your spouse will need to hand carry the following documents to the interview: ! Biographic Information Form (DS-230)

A valid passport ! Korean National Police Certificate ! Affidavit of Support (this usually requires a copy of the sponsor’s tax returns) ! Medical exam ! $380 Immigrant Visa Fee Once the interviewer determines that your spouse is a good candidate for residency, CIS will approve the immigrant visa petition and will automatically forward it to the State Department’s National Visa Center. If the sponsor is a U.S. citizen, an immigrant visa number will usually be available within a few days. If the sponsor is a permanent resident rather than a U.S. citizen, there may be a waiting period before an immigrant visa number is available. After the State Department notifies you that a visa number has been issued, both the sponsor and spouse will need to return to the U.S. Embassy to complete processing of your spouse’s immigrant visa. Your spouse will use the visa issued by the U.S. Embassy and his/her foreign passport to enter the United States. Important Note: If you and your spouse have been married less than two years, your spouse may only be approved for conditional permanent resident status. This limits his/her stay in the United States to two years and will require additional paperwork after you arrive in the United States. You must apply to change this status -- but not until after your spouse has been in the United States at least 22 months. If you fail to file to remove your spouse’s conditional status in time, it will result in termination of his/her visa and possible deportation. Call the Yongsan Legal Assistance Office at 7386841 for assistance. !

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Pursuit of ‘what’s new’ can mortgage our future By Chaplain (Col.) Gary K. Sexton 18th Medical Command

“Put off your old self, which belongs to your former manner of life and is corrupt through deceitful desires, and be renewed in the spirit of your minds, and put on the new self, created after the likeness of God in true righteousness and holiness.” Human beings are restless – constantly on the prowl for anything to take the edge off. Boredom, tedium or apathy signal emotional dullness referred to as “lives of quiet desperation.” Life in the New Millennium has already proven to be yet another chapter of “same-old, same-old” for most. Advertisers are counting on this stagnation of spirit; it sells. They claim that happiness comes through consumption. Our throwaway culture is founded on the expectation that emotionally driven people seek satisfaction for the “hole in the soul” through yet another purchase. This is a clue to the springtime

garage sale phenomenon in our neighborhoods. Massive credit card debt measures our shrunken capacity for delayed gratification. Having something new now is deemed worth the mortgaging of our futures. Adults share the same tendencies as the little ones Christmas morning. Christmas supper is barely finished when they’ve abandoned their toys. Addictions of various kinds promise more than they can provide. Junkies crave change through means destined to disappoint them. Nothing new truly comes from putting one’s self under the control of drugs, pornography, nicotine, alcohol, gambling and promiscuity, eating or shopping. Each of these appetites is a corruption of otherwise healthy emotional needs. In the above cited scripture passage, Paul gives insights on how to truly experience newness in our lives. Paul doesn’t deal in symptoms but root causes. Our yearning for newness and new life is part of what

it means to be made in the image of God. Each of us has pasts that trouble us — our former manner of life. The good news is that we don’t have to get stuck in the mire of our “old selves.” God is in the business of transforming us through his love and mercy. The result is a sense of completeness and solidity. Righteousness is that quality of life which is merely a reflection of God’s dynamic presence in our circumstances, thoughts, affections and decisions. What it looks like is called holiness — that is, a life set apart for a greater purpose. To the degree that we live beyond ourselves and for others, we take on the freshness of spring. God’s witness to his commitment is evidenced in the beauty of the season. Brilliant cherry tree blossoms, budding trees, the sound of birds and warmth of the sunshine speak of where the real source of newness comes – from the one who renews us in his love and grace.

Area II Worship Services Catholic Mass

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8 a.m. South Post Chapel 11:30 a.m. Memorial Chapel Tuesday 12:05 p.m. 121 Hospital Chapel Mon.-Wed., Thur.-Fri. 12:05p.m. Memorial Chapel Saturday 5 p.m. Memorial Chapel Friday 6 p.m. South Post Chapel

Jewish Protestant Services Episcopal Sunday 10 a.m. United Pentecostal Sunday 1:30 p.m. Church of Christ Church International Sunday 2 p.m. Collective Sunday 8 a.m.

Memorial Chapel Memorial Chapel South Post Chapel Memorial Chapel

Collective Korean KCFA

9:30 a.m. 121 Hospital Chapel 9:30 a.m. Hannam Village Chapel (Korean) 10:30 a.m. K-16 Community Chapel 11 a.m. Hannam Village Chapel noon South Post Chapel (Gospel) Sunday 10 a.m. South Post Chapel 6 p.m. South Post Chapel Thursday 6:30 p.m. Memorial Chapel 2nd Tues. 11:45 a.m. Memorial Chapel 3rd Tues. 11:45 a.m. Memorial Chapel

Lutheran

Sunday Sunday

Latter-Day Saints

5 p.m. 10 a.m.

Memorial Chapel Multipurpose Training Facility For information on services, call 738-3011

Area II Chaplains Chaplain (Lt. Col.) James King [email protected] or 738-3011 Chaplain (Maj.)Samuel Cabrera [email protected] 725-2955 Chaplain (Maj.)Eric J. Albertson [email protected] 738-3009

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Descendents of the Jeonju Lee family perform rites to honor their ancestors May 7 in a ceremony the Korean government has declared an “important intangible cultural property.”

Koreans celebrate heritage, tradition May 7 with elaborate ceremony By David McNally Area II Public Affairs

Red-robed musicians wait to play traditional music during the ceremony.

Thousands of onlookers watch at the Jongmyo Shrine.

Participants re-enact the 600-year-old ceremony down to the finest detail.

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undreds of Korean men and women stood in regal colors May 7 to celebrate an ancient rite on grounds once traversed only by kings, queens and

aristocrats. The Jongmyo Royal Ancestral Rite is still a tradition in modern Korea. Thousands of everyday Koreans gather to watch an elaborate memorial service offered to royal ancestors. Canadian photographer Derek Winchester lives and works in Suwon. He shoots Korean cultural events as a hobby. Winchester said there was something different about this one. “I feel like it was more real, like something that has been done every year continuously and not something read in a book, then recreated,” he said. Descendents from the Jeonju branch of the Lee family perform the memorial each year on the first Sunday of May. It is a ceremony to honor the family’s royal ancestors. The Lee family once ruled the entire Korean peninsula. From the dynasty’s founding in 1392, to its sunset in 1910, the Joseon royals set in motion a culture and tradition that stands to this day. “I think traditions are something that are cherished in most cultures, and one thing that is really lacking in the west,” Winchester said. “Traditions re-enforce a feeling of identity in my opinion. It also defines what the values of a particular culture are.”

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The rite consists of three parts. Participants usher in the spirits of the dead, entertain them and send them off. During the ceremony, the spirits are offered wine. Lee family members burn incense, and offer the spirits gifts. Red-robed musicians play traditional instruments, while women in purple costumes dance in synchronicity. The Jongmyo Shrine in central Seoul is home to the 49 “spirit tablets” of the Joseon Dynasty kings and queens. The shrine has been site of this ceremony for more than 600 years. Although the Japanese banned the practice during the 1910-1945 occupation, and the early Republic of Korea government also nixed the ceremony, an historical preservation team called for the rite’s return in 1969. By 1975, the Korean government fully backed the ceremony by naming it “Important Intangible Cultural Property No. 56.” Near the end of the ceremony, participants bow to the spirit tablets and offer solemn respect. Written prayer papers are burned in a kiln. Soon, the ceremony is over and the musicians and dancers depart. Seoul Mayor Lee Myung-bak gave congratulatory written remarks on the opening of the ritual. “It is significant for Koreans because it takes up an essential part of Korean traditional culture,” he wrote. “We have placed special emphasis on striking a right balance of modern and traditional aspects in this vibrant city.” Lee said traditions make Seoul a unique city in its own right. “I hope this reenactment will again remind us of how important and valuable our traditional culture is.” E-mail [email protected]

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2ID, ROK Army bands stage joint concert By Pfc. Kim Sang Pil Second Infantry Division Public Affairs

BOSS Beach Blast The Better Opportunities for Single and unaccompanied Servicemembers program is planning a weekend getaway to the Song-Jung Beach Saturday and Sunday. The two-day event will include bodybuilding and karaoke competitions as well as a barbecue and beach activities. The Beach Blast is just one of many events organized by MWR, which give single and unaccompanied servicemembers the opportunity to explore some parts of the country beyond the gates. Contact local CACs or call 725-6070 for information. 10 Miler Set for Saturday The 8th U.S. Army Ten Miler Championships will take place Saturday at the Camp Casey Carey Fitness Center. Registration begins at 6:30 a.m. and competition starts at 7:45 a.m. This is the qualifying event for the Men’s & Women’s active-duty Army military teams that will represent 8th Army at the Army Ten Miler. Event is sponsored by MWR. Call 732-6276 for information. Win a Trip to the States Participants may win a round-trip ticket to the United States, or an LG laptop computer, simply by registering in MWR’s RecTrac at any sports and fitness, recreation center, arts & crafts center or automotive skills center. For information on RecTrac or the drawing, call 723-3730. Swim Instructor Sought A Child and Youth Services swim instructor is being sought for the Yongsan area. The job is a NF-03 position with a salary ranging form 26K34K per year. Applicants must submit resume and NAF application DA Forms 3433-1 and 3433-2. Additionally, local applicants in Korea must complete a Local Applicant Questionnaire. Resumes may be sent via e-mail to [email protected]. For information, call 738-2311. Junior Golf Instruction Offered at Sung Nam Sung Nam Golf Course has announced their Junior Golf Instruction Program for Summer 2006. The program is open to junior golfers and those interested in learning the game from ages 7 to 17. Instruction times and dates are 9 to 11 a.m. each day, June 26-30. The location is Yongsan Driving Range (June 26 and 27) and Sung Nam Golf Course (June 28-30). The instructors are all “Class A” members of the PGA of America and equipment will be provided to those without. The program is offered at no charge. For information, call Jim Shaw, PGA, Sung Nam GC assistant general manager, at 736-3483.

YEONCHEON – Paleolithic Period Festival was held in Jungokri, the northern part of Gyeonggi-do May 48. May 5, the 2nd Infantry Division Band and Republic of Korea Army 5th Infantry Division Band joined the celebration by holding a joint concert. Due to the Change of Command ceremony of Second Infantry Division that morning, 2ID Band was scheduled to perform in the afternoon. The sudden rain shower right before the performance made many of the people head home or inside while the performance was to be held outside. Despite the weather, the two bands P .K S P tuned in to play under 2ID Band Band members from both ROK and U.S. Army play music together. Commander, Chief Warrant Officer Jeffrey Larson and ROKA 5ID Band community relations. We should do join the military band without any Commander, 1st Lt. Choi Hyo Seok, more of these.” experience of playing any of the after a short 10-minute delay. Despite little experience before instruments. Events like today will “We are celebrating the community help them improve their playing joining the Army, ROKA 5th ID Band event and also promoting ROK/U.S. Soldiers displayed impressive skills that skills,” Davis said. friendship,” Choi said. could also be told by their passionate The rain shower lasted for about “This concert has been going on facial expressions. half an hour, so the 2ID Band for five years, since 2001, and we “This is the 5th yearly event and its members had to hop back on their will entertain the crowd with music first time for me to emcee an event this bus with their instruments so as not from original sound tracks like big,” said 2nd Lt. Yoo Seung Hyun, 5th to get them wet. Disney’s ‘The Incredibles,’ and ID Band. “I was a little nervous and did Staff Sgt. Terence Brown who modern music like ‘West Side Story’ not do a perfect job even though I plays the French horn, said the and Korean Traditional songs like turnout would have been better if the prepared for this as much as I could. ‘Sailor’s This is meaningful because it promotes weather would Song’ and [the] ROK/U.S. relationship.” have been nice. “This is meaningful because it ‘Arirang,’ “I feel a whole lot different from last “Last year at promotes the ROK/U.S. Choi said. Soyo Mountain, it year when I participated, only in relationship.” “We preparing the event as a staff member,” was the cold invited ROKA said ROKA 5th ID Band, Cpl. Lee Eun 2nd Lt. Yoo Seung Hyun weather that was 5ID Band to Sung who played the euphonium. ROKA 5th ID Band bothering, but Camp Red “It is nice to entertain people with today it’s the rain. Cloud the other day and rehearsed by our music and to improve our skills. But as long as it lets up, we’re sections and had lunch together,” said good,” Brown said. Music is an international language. I Staff Sgt. Jeremy Davis, 2ID Band hope to have contributed at least a little “It’s always good to play with operating supervisor. to ROK/U.S. friendship through this ROK Army fellow musicians,” “These Korean Soldiers come to concert,” Lee said. Brown added. “It builds good FC

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Sgt. 1st Class Theresa E. DeWitt earns a Silver Medal in Women’s Trap at the World Cup USA, May 11. DeWitt competed at the event as a member of the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit.

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South Korean flood season starts now!

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Flooded roads can be deadly for those who try to ford swift moving waters. Area III Public Affairs CAMP HUMPHREYS – Monsoon season in South Korea is from June 1 through August 31. Typhoon season also begins June 1 but lasts until November 30. Both can create floods. Excessive rain can lead not only to standing water in unexpected areas, but to streams, rivers and even irrigation channels overflowing their banks. Flood waters can undermine and wash away the roads you use to get to and from work. These waters can trap people in their homes and then wash the homes away. This is especially true of flash floods that can strike by surprise. The best protection is to be prepared and stay away from flowing flood waters. Only six inches of flowing water can knock a person down. Two-

feet of rapidly moving water can dislodge a car and wash it away. People living off-base must pay attention during periods of heavy rainfall. Stay tuned to American Forces Network broadcasts for the latest information. Call the Camp Humphreys staff duty officer at 754-6111 or the U.S. Forces Korea Road Conditions report at 738-ROAD (7623) for the latest road conditions. This is a good time to “conduct risk assessments of your facilities, homes, and surrounding areas for dead trees, limbs, gutters and sewer drains,” said Randy Turnage, Area III safety chief. This is also a good time to assemble a ‘storm basket’ containing food, water, medication and other items necessary for a few days in the event of power or water outages.

In addition to heavy monsoon rains during June, July and August, South Korea is subject to Pacific typhoons that can bring large amounts of rain and create floods throughout the country.

Tips to help weather the storm The Kunsan Air Base Web site offers the following tips to help individuals prepare for the coming storm season: Before the Disaster • Make up a disaster kit • Get first aid and fire extinguisher training • Keep track of important papers

• Plan your actions • Conduct disaster drills During the Disaster • Don’t panic • Stay put unless threatened by an immediate hazard • Stay out of smoke or fumes After the Disaster • Hunt for hazards: report damage

and fires • Help each other out • Check your emergency supplies • Listen to your radio • Stay off the streets • Be Patient The Web site also recommends keeping emergency numbers handy, as well as those

of family and close friends. Write down information on family medications, allergies or special needs. Check the American Red Cross Web site at www.redcross.org for complete information on preparing for disasters.

Eagle Soldiers check how the other half rolls By Lt. Jason Jones Special to The Morning Calm Weekly

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Soldiers from 1st Battalion (Attack) 2nd Aviation Regiment Check out a Korean Army K1 tank.

CAMP EAGLE - Staff Sgt. John Robbins, Sgt Bijaya Lohani, and KATUSA Sgt Lee, Kang-hyun from 1st Battalion (Attack), 2nd Aviation Regiment, met with maintenance personnel of the Republic of Korea Army’s 1-26 Tank Battalion at Rodriguez Live Fire Complex, May 20. Both nations’ soldiers compared the engines and weapons systems of the Korean K1 and the American M1 main battle tank. Teh soldiers also looked at each others recovery assets and documented the experience with

Korean Army K1 tanks ready to roll. pictures. The following day, Robbins and Lohani arranged to take a look at an M984A1 Wrecker. The 1-26 Tank Battalion Soldiers got up close and were able to compare notes. “It was truly an enlightening experience for me,” said Robbins.

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Per formances highlight FFriendship riendship W eek erformances Week AAFES Closures The Suwon AAFES BX will close for their annual organizational day Monday and the Suwon Snack Bar will close June 9. Taxis will operate regular hours.

Area III Public Affairs CAMP HUMPHREYS - Gyeonggi Province staged the second annual friendship concert May 25 at Camp Humphreys

as the highlight of KATUSA–U.S. Soldier Friendship Week. Fans responded enthusiastically to the 13 performers – some are already well known and some are tomorrow’s stars.

Haircut Price Increase Effective Thursday, AAFES haircut prices increased to $7.60 peninsula wide. For information, contact 7537730/3. Early Access Restricted for Non-critical Personnel In an effort to address complaints about traffic congestion at the gates and on the shuttle buses, personnel deemed not critical to have early morning access to the installation will not be able to enter the installation before 8 a.m. Examples are the privately hired cleaning personnel for barracks. These changes will take effect when these personnel renew their installation access passes. Directorates Moving to Zeockler Station The Area III Command Group and several directorates are scheduled to move to Building 1280 next week. There may be some times when personnel are not available by phone, so customer patience is appreciated. The moving schedule is as follows: Monday - Directorate of Resource Management and Plans, Analysis and Integration Office Tuesday - MWR June 9 - Public Affairs Office June 12 - Area III Command group, Camp Humphreys Officer of the Day, Directorate of Emergency Services June 13 - Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Security Phone numbers for offices and directorates that are moving into Bldg. 1280 will change to the prefix 754 effective with the move. For example, the staff duty number will be 754-6111 effective June 12. Personnel needing to clear any of these directorates must plan accordingly. The Safety Office has already moved to Bldg. 1280.

PHOTOS BY SUSAN BARKLEY

(Clockwise from top left) Hosts Seohoo, left, and Kim Hyun-chue, right, join performer Park Hyekyung to address the crowd; enthusiastic concert goers wave the Korean and American flags; while others keep time with the music; or mug for the camera; Lee Han-chul,seaenades the crowd.

Parks Nears Completion

HAES Offers Summer Reading Tips “How to avoid the summer slide” in your child’s reading skills. A seminar for 3rd- to 6th-grade parents is offerred 6 p.m. Wednesday at HAES. For information, e-mail Stephnie [email protected]

PHOTO BY F. NEIL NEELEY

The Camp Humphreys aquatic park, one of many “Quality of Life” projects, is nearing completion and scheduled for a partial opening with the main pool availabe for use Aug. 1.

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Korean Service Corps keeps skills sharp By Susan Barkley Area III Public Affairs

CAMP HUMPHREYS – One hundred eighty-nine members of 22nd Korean Service Corps Company spent two days completing common task training proficiency testing last week at a training area near Camp Humphreys. The men were tested on 14 critical CTT skills that were divided into four skill sets. Each man completed four tasks at the field first aid station. These tasks included mouth-to-mouth resuscitation; clearing an object from the airway of a conscious casualty; first aid for bleeding of an arm or leg; and, first aid for an open chest wound. The unit nuclear, biological and chemical defense station had five tasks: protecting yourself from NBC injury or contamination with Mission-Oriented Personal Postures gear; protect yourself from chemical or biological contamination using the assigned protective mask; detecting chemical agents using M8 or M9 detector paper; decontaminate yourself and your equipment using chemical decontamination kits; and, maintaining assigned protective mask. Weapons familiarization consisted of maintaining an M16-series rifle and loading

Song In-kun demonstrates caring for an open chest wound.

and unloading an M16-series rifle. To pass the map reading station, personnel had to identify topographic symbols and determine grid coordinates. CTT proficiency testing is part of 40 hours of required testing each year. The training and testing ensures KSC members are able to accomplish their war-time mission. Chang Young-am, 22nd Korean Service Corps Company commander, said KSC is composed of many retired ROK Army soldiers, as well as men from other career fields. Chang said everyone who joins the KSC starts at the same level and works their way up. Mandatory retirement age is 60, but can be extended for five years if the individual passes the physical and other requirements. The current age range for the 22nd KSC company is 23 to 64 years old. The wartime mission includes a wide variety of assignments such as mortuary affairs, manning hot refuel and supply points, rigging sling and rail loads and laying pipeline. They are also able to provide welders, drivers and other skilled job services.

Pak Sung-su, 8th Korean Service Corps Company assistant company commander at Camp Long, observes at the map reading station.

PHOTOS BY SUSAN BARKLEY

Above: Yi Pyong-ho completes the M-16 proficiency skills task as Yi Kye-chon, 9th Korean Service Corps Company, assistant company commander from Yongsan, evaluates.

Marines and Humphreys share Devil-Dog image Bulldog plays role in local history

By Command Sgt. Maj. Robert Frace Area III Support Activity

CAMP HUMPHREYS – As you visit and workout at the Morale Welfare and Recreation post physical fitness center in Building S-111, you may ask yourself where the Bulldog center- piece on the gym floor came from. Why the bulldog? Is this something that just got thrown down on the gym floor or does it have some significant meaning? The answer is yes, it has two significant historical pasts. The bulldog represents the United States Marine Corps mascot and the 1st Marine Corps Air Wing (MAW) that was stationed here in the early 1950s. It was in September 1950 that the Marine Aircraft Group Twelve deployed to Itami, Japan, and then to Wonsan, Korea, in support of Korean War operations.

MAG-12 supported United Nation forces operation at the Chosin River and provided outstanding support to the ground forces during their courageous withdrawal to Hungnam. Through the end of the Korean conflict MAG-12 participated successfully in numerous operations and accumulated over 80,000 effective combat sorties. The group stayed in Korea until 1956 before returning to Iwakuni, Japan, but not before receiving their second Navy citation for Korean War service. In addition to MAG-12 Marine Corps on Camp Humphreys, in June 1953 the Marine Squadron VMF-513 “Flying Nightmares” also in support of the Korean War, and the 1st Marine Airlift Wing at Camp Humphreys moved from Kunsan (K-8) to Pyeongtaek (K-6). The moved was based on the completion of the runway by the 841st Engineer Aviation Battalion (SCARWAF) and its additional runway space to handle the Marine

Corps AD Skyraider, Air Force T-6 Mosquito and the Marine Corps F3D-2 Skynight. The U.S. Marine Corps mascot also has a significant historical past, thanks to the German Army. During World War I many German reports had called the attacking Marines “teufel-hunden,” meaning DevilDogs. Teufel-hunden were the vicious, wild and ferocious mountain dogs of German Bavarian folklore. Soon after, asnarling English Bulldog wearing a Marine Corps helmet was displayed on a USMC recruiting poster, and the U.S. Marines adopted the English Bulldog as their mascot. The Marines had multiple mascots from Pvt. Jiggs (the first), to Chesty in honor of Lt. Gen. Lewis B. “Chesty” Puller Jr. The Bulldogs epitomize the fighting spirit of the U.S. Marines. Tough, muscular, aggressive, fearless and often arrogant, they are the ultimate canine warriors. Like the United States Marines Corps symbol on our gymnasium floor representing the past, present and future here at Camp Humphreys, this symbol is part of our history in Area III and it to stands for our motto “ONE TEAM - ONE FIGHT.” Stay tuned as we continue to build the future while maintaining our past in Area III.

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Korean, American Girl Scouts earn top award Lady Baden-Powell Award is most prestigious international honor By Galen Putnam Area IV Public Affairs

CAMP WALKER – A contingent of American and Korean Girl Scouts and adult leaders from the Daegu area proved Scouting is a truly global endeavor as they received the highest international honor available to Girl Scouts at an awards ceremony May 18 at the Scout Hut on Camp Walker. Seventeen Girl Scouts and adult leaders from USA Girl Scouts Overseas in Daegu and 10 of their Korean counterparts received the Lady Baden-Powell International Friendship Award at the ceremony. The award, based on the five “Cs” of communication, community service, camping, crafts and culture, can only be earned by Girl Scouts who join together with Scouts from another country to jointly complete tasks that fulfill each of the “Cs.” “We are pleased with the partnership between the U.S. Girl Scouts of Daegu and the Korean Girl Scouts of the City of Daegu,” said Senior Leader Deb Weigle, at the ceremony. “It is our hope that the girls here today remember fondly the time they have spent together learning, playing and helping our communities.” Representing the Korean Girl Scout Daegu Council, President Kim Young-sook, said “It has been very exciting to work with the American Girl Scouts. We can share friendship and also the leaders can make efforts to promote the relationship and help improve the abilities and potential of the Girl Scouts. We hope to continue the meaningful time we have spent together.” To earn the award, the Korean and American Girl

Scouts participated in five joint activities. For the culture portion, the Korean girls taught the Americans a traditional folk dance. In return, the Americans taught their cohorts how to do a countrywestern line dance. Participants tackled a military-style confidence course during a day together on Apsan Mountain to fulfill the camping/hiking requirement. Crafts consisted of the Americans teaching the Korean girls how to make friendship bracelets. The Korean girls taught their sister scouts how to make shuttlecocks. Arbor Day is a particularly meaningful holiday in Korea so G P the scouts celebrated the occasion by planting trees at Brownie Blaze Johnson (left) is greeted by Girl Scouts from Daegu as Korean and American Camp Henry and near the Girl Scouts prepare for a day of joint activities on Apsan Mountain March 11. Sincheon River in Daegu as a community service effort. but the best part was working with the American They completed the communication requirement by girls.” teaching one another songs and how to recite the Girl Receiving awards were: Brownies – Caitlin Scout Promise in each other’s languages. Hertzendorf, Blaze Johnson, Ashley Parker, Stephany “I like interacting with the Korean Girl Scouts. Peavy; Cadettes – Amber De Los Santos, Kiana They are really nice and really fun,” said Cadette Roberts; Juniors – Maritza Gresser, Annika San Scout Amber De Los Santos. “It is a different Nicolas, Andrea Thomas, Dejah Williams; Seniors – experience with them. Language is a challenge but Kathy Bacle, Sarah Gresser, Brittany Weigle; Adult it makes you learn patience. The best part is having leaders – LaTondra Anderson, Andrea Hertzendorf, fun and learning about their culture.” Lynn San Nicolas and Deb Weigle. Korean Girl Scouts enjoyed the experience as The American Girl Scouts here are part of the U.S.A. well. Girl Scouts Overseas West Pacific. “This makes me feel special because not too For information about Girl Scouting in the Daegu many people receive this award,” said 12-year-old area, call Sheila Peavy at (053) 476-9178. New Kang Da-eun, who attends Hyun Pung Elementary members are welcome at any time. The troops are School in Daegu. “I enjoyed all of the activities, also seeking adult leaders. ALEN

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Army Field Support Brigade – Far East staff, led by Col. Bill Gibson, AFSB-FE commander, take on Army Field Support Battalion – North East Asia personnel in a tug-of-war contest during the AFSB-FE’s inaugural organization day Friday at Camp Walker’s Kelly Field. The day featured food, games, contests, sports and entertainment, and more. About 200 Soldiers, employees, family members and guests took part in the festivities.

Area IV Public Affairs U.S. Forces Korea will conduct an evaluation of the Daegu anti-terrorism program June 3 – 8, featuring various scenarios and role players. Area IV Support Activity Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Security officials ask that everyone be at a high state of situational awareness, both on post and off. Any unusual activity should be reported through the chain of command or to the Military Police Desk at 764-4141. Community members should expect the possibility of access gates being closed for longer than normal periods of time and delays when entering Daegu installations. For information, call Wilfred J. Plumley Jr. at 768-8969.

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Army Birthday Ball Members of “Team Daegu” are invited to celebrate at the 231st Army Birthday Ball, starting with a social at 6 p.m. June 15 at the Inter-Burgo Hotel in Daegu. All military community members are welcome. Military dress is: mess dress/ dress blue or Class A uniform with white shirt and bow tie. Formal attire for civilians is required. Tickets are $45. For information or to purchase tickets, call Sgt. Maj. Louis Velez at 768-6322 or Sgt. Maj. Carey Grant at 768-8363. EO Course Offered The Area IV Equal Opportunity team will conduct a “Consideration of Others Facilitators Course” June 19 – 23 at the Camp Henry Education Center. The course is open to both U.S. and Korean Augmentation to the U.S. Army Soldiers, in the rank of sergeant or higher. The course is designed to help units address human relations concerns. The course will equip selected personnel with the knowledge and skills to conduct training in their sections or units. For information, call Master Sgt. Sandra Gaston at 768-8972 or 010-3040-4348. Sure Start Accepting Applications Sure Start, a program that runs throughout the school year, is accepting applications at the Taegu American School Main Office. To attend, children must be four years old by Oct. 31 and must be the children of command-sponsored enlisted Soldiers or those of civilians in grades GS-1 to GS-9. For information about requirements and qualifications, call 768-7505.

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Spc. Jonathan Dow and (right to left) Sgt. Eric Valentine, Sgt. Lee Won-ik, Cpl. Song Ki-june and Spc. Brandon Hildreth prepare to clear a room.

Lane training: Keeping it real By Cpl. Park Kwang-mo Area IV Public Affairs

CAMP CARROLL – Soldiers from Headquarters and Headquarters Company, Area IV Support Activity, took a break from their administrative duties to experience realistic battlefield training featuring multiple scenarios in lane training at Camp Carroll May 26. Fifty-eight Soldiers from camps Henry, Carroll and Hialeah divided into four squads,that

reacted to a nuclear, biological and chemical attack, a hidden improvised explosive device and indirect fire. They also cleared a suspicious building, conducted a vehicle search and dealt with demonstrators. In addition, each squad escorted an imbedded news reporter. Thirty-five Soldiers from the 307th Integrated Signal Battalion, Combat Support Coordination Team #2 and 665th Movement Control Team, portrayed civilian demonstrators, snipers and enemy Soldiers.

Baccalaureate Prayer Breakfast A Baccalaureate Prayer Breakfast for Taegu American High School graduating seniors, sponsored by Soldier Memorial Chapel, is scheduled for 8 a.m. Thursday at the Evergreen Community Club on Camp Walker. For information or to RSVP, call Julie Coy at 764-4192 or 010-8695-4416. Nutrition Education Classes Set Two nutrition related classes, “Nutrition Basics” and “Exercise and Dining Out Smart” will be taught 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. June 28, in Bldg. 1131, behind the Camp Henry Army Community Service. The classes, taught by Nutrition Care personnel from 121 General Hospital, are open to all active-duty Soldiers and are mandatory for those enrolled in the Army Weight Control Program. For information, call Maj. Juanita Glass at 764-4819.

Simulated demonstrators played by Sgt. Hong Bum-ki (left) from HHC, Area IV Support Activity, and Spc. Andrew K. Hiser, 307th Integrated Theater Signal Battalion, block the road.

Pfc. Oh Jung of Headquarters and Headquarters Company, Area IV Support Activity, evacuates casualty Sgt. Lee Won-ik.

Henry Theater Sunday Matinee The Camp Henry Theater offers Sunday matinees, at 3 p.m. For information, call Yi Hye-kyong at 768-8670.

Cpl. Song Ki-june of HHC, Area IV Support Activity, cautiously rolls over a casualty who was booby trapped with a chemical agent.

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Equipment, safety paramount when hitting the road By Pfc. Oh Kyo-dae 19th ESC Public Affairs

The warmth of spring is reaching its peak in Korea, and this just might be the perfect time of the year to hit the road. Motorcycle riding can be a great opportunity to get outside and to enjoy Korea’s beautiful scenery, but there are certain rules and safety guidelines that must be adhered to. “It’s fun riding a bike, no matter where you are at. In Korea, you can have country, city and mountains all within 30 minutes. It’s just great to get out and burn off some stresses,” said Mark Thill, Support Operations Logistics Training Team, 19th Sustainment Command (Expeditionary), who has been riding motorcycles for 15 years in Korea. Before hitting the road, however, United States Forces Korea personnel must meet USFK requirements. First, motorcycle riders must have a valid stateside motorcycle license, said Ku Sung-on, a Transportation Motor Pool driver testing instructor with the Area IV Support Activity. Riders must also meet some additional criteria. “Army Regulation 385-55 states that a driver of a privately or governmentowned motorcycle is required to satisfactorily complete an Army-

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It is imperative for motorcyclists to be properly trained and to use the proper equipment. approved motorcycle safety course and must wear proper safety equipment,” Ku said. The Motorcycle Safety Foundation Course and a USFK license are required in order to ride a motorcycle in Korea according to USFK Regulation 190-1. Driver’s license applicants who desire to operate a motorcycle must pass written and skill tests administered by a U.S.-recognized driver’s testing facility. Area Support Activity and base commanders determine which tests are recognized in their areas, Ku said. For Soldiers in Area IV, the MSF Class is held at the Camp Carroll TMP. Classes offered include the Basic Rider

Class, the Experienced Rider Class and the Mo-ped Class. Upon successful completion of the course, riders will receive a Motorcycle Safety Foundation Card. “This MSF card is valid in the United States and can be used to add the motorcycle endorsement to a stateside license,” Ku added. Then, riders must ensure they have all the required safety gear. The proper safety equipment to ride a motorcycle includes a helmet with a face shield or goggles, long-sleeve shirt, gloves, long pants, sturdy boots that cover the anklebone and have solid heels, and a reflective vest.

Even after obtaining the proper training and equipment to ride a motorcycle, riders still have to keep certain important items in mind, said James Brown, a safety specialist in the19th ESC. “It’s very important to know the characteristics of your motorcycle. Some people purchase motorcycles that are above their ability to ride. You also have to be familiar with defensive driving techniques, because most people just don’t see motorcycle riders for some reason,” said Brown. Motorcycle riders also should pay attention to their surroundings. The type of road they’re on, the environmental conditions and the habits and culture of the local people, Brown added. Thill, as an experienced rider, has some additional advice about riding a bike. “Traffic is your enemy. Pedestrians are not much a [of] problem. When you get out in the country, it’s not like you are going to have cows walking across the road or anything. It is just traffic,” Thill said. “It’s fun riding a bike. Don’t get me wrong, it is fun. But you’ve got to watch what you are doing, or somebody is going to run you over.” Additional information about motorcycle safety can be found at http:/ /www.msf-usa.org, https://crc.army.mil or by calling 768-8650.

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Duffers duke it out in Area IV golf tourney By Cpl. Park Kwang-mo Area IV Public Affairs

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A student from Gumi College asks a question of Area IV Support Activity - Camp Carroll Senior KATUSA Sgt. Myong Jae-yub following an installation tour for the students May 23. Thirty-two students and three professors from the Gumi College Department of Automotive Engineering spent the day at Camp Carroll to receive an installation tour and to interact with U.S. and Korean Augmentation to the U.S. Army Soldiers.The tour is part of the Area IV Support Activity Good Neighbor Program.

CAMP HENRY – Golfers are accustomed to hazards out on the links and participants in this year’s Area IV Golf Championships were no exception as they not only dealt with the usual sand traps, ponds and other challenges, but course construction and inclement weather as well. The championships, held at the Evergreen Golf Course on Camp Walker – already shortened to fivehole rounds due to the construction – was further shortened when the last day of the event was cancelled due to bad weather. Participants shot three 5-hole rounds both May 17 and 18. Typically, contestants play a total of 54 holes over three days The top finishers are: Men’s Open 39 and under: 1st place (123 strokes), Ryan Elliott, 607th Support Squadron; 2nd place (125), Damon McKenzie, 57th Military Police Company; 3rd place (132), Dong H. Oh , Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 19th Sustainment Command (Expeditionary); 4th place (149), Paul Lancaster, Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment, 36th Signal Battalion; 5th place, Sean Parrish, Armed Forces Network – Taegu. Men’s Seniors: 1st place (133), Edward Swartwood, HHC, 19th ESC; 2nd place (140), John Hardy, HHC 19th ESC. The top four open finishers and top two seniors qualify to compete at the 2006 8th U.S. Army Golf Championships June 13 – 16 at the Sung Nam Golf Course in Seoul.

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The phrase of the week :

“Pleased to meet you.”

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to meet you

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Situation of the week : meeting people How are you? Annyonghaseyo?

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