MARCH 11, 2010

MARCH 11, 2011 • Volume 9, Issue 20 Published for those serving in the Republic of Korea http://imcom.korea.army.mil

3rd Stryker Brigade Combat Team is ...

Agile. Mobile. Lethal.
U.S. Soldiers from the 2nd Battalion, 3rd Stryker Bri- Army unit conducts
live fire exercise
gade Combat Team dismount their Stryker following
live fire training Monday on Nightmare Range, South

during Foal Eagle

Korea. — U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Hong Yoon-ki

By Walter T. Ham IV
8th Army Public Affairs
NIGHTMARE RANGE, Korea —
A U.S. Army Stryker unit engaged and
destroyed targets here at this South
Korean live fire range Monday as
part of Exercise Foal Eagle.
The Fort Lewis, Wash.-based
2nd Battalion, 3rd Stryker Bri-
gade Combat Team dispatched their
targets with heavy vehicle-based
machine guns and small arms
fire in mounted and dismount-
ed infantry operations.
Agile, mobile and lethal, the
Stryker vehicle is the center-
piece of the Stryker Brigade
Combat Team, a multi-mission
medium weight unit that com-
plements the U.S. Army’s heavy
and light combat forces.
Named after Pfc. Stuart S.
Stryker and Spc. 4 Robert F.
Stryker who both posthumously
received the Medal of Honor for
their actions in World War II
and Vietnam, respectively, the
Stryker can be airlifted to any
conflict, crisis or contingency on
short notice.
The Fort Lewis-based 3rd SBCT,
2nd Infantry Division was the first
Stryker Brigade Combat Team formed.
— See STRYKER, Page 14 —

Color Matters Asian Dust Season ... DFAC Facelift GARRISONS

Inside

Pigments in foods contribute See ‘small- Chow at Casey now served Defense News P02
to good health. Find out how: arms’ images in renovated facility: Page 5 USAG Red Cloud P05
Page 18 from Daegu USAG Casey P05
USAG Yongsan P09
USAG Humphreys P21
USAG Daegu P25

Sights & Sounds P03

Will China’s yellow sand affect Lt. Gen. Lynch: SOS Command Perspective P04
your health?: Page 13 Honor the Fallen, Page 2 Photo Feature Page P16
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Bt Lt. Gen. Rick Lynch
IMCOM Commanding General
SAN ANTONIO, Texas — I com-
manded the 3rd Infantry Division out of
Fort Stewart as part of the surge in Iraq
in 2007-8. During that time, 153 Sol-
diers died in combat, in a place on the
battlefield where I put them. I pray for
those Soldiers and their Families every
day. Their loss is something I have to
live with. For any leader, the loss of
a Soldier hits hard. But the loss that
Survivors experience is magnitudes
deeper and wider, because they have
lost not just a Soldier, but a friend, a
son or daughter, a husband or wife, a
father or mother.
When I visit installations, I meet
with those who have lost loved ones
on active duty. I make sure to talk with
Survivors for two reasons. One reason
is that now, as the commander of In-
stallation Management Command, I
need to know how we are doing with
one of our newest programs, Survivor
Outreach Services. The other reason is
that Survivors need to know that the
Army recognizes and honors their Sol-
dier’s service and sacrifice.
The best, most meaningful thing we
can do to honor our Fallen Soldiers is
to support and care for those they left
behind. Survivor Outreach Services
was established in April 2008 to do just
that, in a more comprehensive manner
than ever before.
The Army is fortunate to have a
leader like Chief of Staff Gen. George
W. Casey, Jr., who had the vision and
compassion to propel the effort to sup-
port Survivors beyond casualty assis-
tance alone. Casualty assistance offi-
cers work with Families during a very
difficult time, a heart-rending time,
when Families are notified of their Sol-
dier’s death and have to make funeral
arrangements and decisions about en-
titlements and benefits.
But grief is very personal—it can-
not be standardized or resolved in a set
time period. With the help of a panel
of Survivors selected by Gen. Casey,
SOS was developed to provide longer-
term, expanded support and care, tak-
ing up where casualty assistance ends.
SOS offers support through benefits
coordinators, who help Survivors un-
derstand and apply for local, state and
federal benefits; financial counselors,
who assist through investment and es-
tate planning education; and support
coordinators, who facilitate support
groups, provide life skills education
and connect Survivors with counseling
resources.
More than 200 SOS personnel are
now working on installations through-
out the United States and overseas, to
include National Guard and Reserve
locations. The three components work
and train together very closely on this
One Army program, to provide SOS
services closest to where Survivors live.
It does not matter how a Soldier
died, and there is no time limit on
SOS services. SOS coordinators extend
a hand as Survivors are working with
casualty assistance officers in the first
few months after a Soldier’s death, but
Survivors do not have to accept assis-
tance right then or ever. They can de-
cide to return months or years later.
The important thing is for Survivors to
know that the support is there. They
are not alone—they are part of the
Army Family for as long as they want
to be.
There are also no exclusions in the
definition of a Survivor. For the SOS
program, a Survivor is anyone—imme-
diate Family, extended Family, a friend,
a fellow Warrior—who feels the loss of
a Soldier. Every Survivor is not entitled
to the same benefits under law or regu-
lations, but SOS coordinators will work
with any Survivor to access counseling
and other resources. Our partnerships
with local and national support orga-
nizations make this more expanded,
inclusive approach possible.
SOS staff have made tremendous
progress in a short time, receiving
more than 24,000 cases from Casualty
and Mortuary Affairs and continually
reaching out to Survivors, both those
who have suffered a loss recently and
those whose loss pre-dates the pro-
gram. As the program becomes es-
tablished, they continue to refine and
enhance services as more Survivors
provide feedback on their challenges
and needs. For example, this past year,
when it became clear that Survivors
who do not have ID cards were hav-
ing difficulty getting onto post to use
services, SOS developed a Survivor
vehicle decal program to ease access
and provide special recognition. The
decals are currently being distributed
through SOS offices.
More information on SOS services
— See OUTREACH, Page 14 —
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Police Blotter
The following entries were ex-
cerpted from the police blotters
the previous week. These entries
may be incomplete and do not
imply guilt or innocence.
USAG Red Cloud
Child Neglect: Victim (a child) Scan here to see this
was escorted by Joeun Security image in color.
from Gate 1 to the provost mar-
shal’s office where he was report-
ed as a Lost Child. Investigation
revealed the guardian left her
child in a vehicle unattended. The
guardian arrived at the PMO look-
ing for her child, was processed
and released to her sponsor.

USAG Yongsan
Black Marketing: Subject pur-
chased several items in excess of
his personal needs. His Ration
Control Plate was seized and
he was issued an order to show
cause memorandum.
Making a False Statement:
Subject reported that an un-
known person operating an un-
known vehicle struck his govern-
ment vehicle, which he claimed
was legally parked, secured and
unattended. Damage to the ve-
hicle consisted of dents, cracks,
scratches and paint transfer to
the right rear bumper and fend-
er. The Subject was instructed by
military police to report to the
provost marshal’s office to file a
report. Victim #1 reported to the
PMO, but investigation revealed
that the damage to his vehicle
was not consistent with a vehicle
to vehicle collision. The Subject
later confessed that while he was
attempting to make a three point
turn, he improperly backed,
failed to observe a guard rail and
struck the guard rail. Estimated
cost of damage is unknown. In-
vestigation continues by MPs.

USAG Humphreys
Larceny of AAFES Property:
Subject was observed conceal-
ing a box of cough medicine in
his pocket and attempting to exit
the Main Exchange without ren-
dering proper payment. He was
apprehended and transported
to the provost marshal’s office,
was processed and released to
his sponsor. The property was
returned to the Exchange. In-
vestigation continues by military
police.
Building 63: A testament to Korea’s modernity
When this building, called 63 City, was built in 1985 it was the tallest building outside the United States - an impressive
817 feet and 60 stories high, (there are three basement levels making a total of 63 floors, hence it’s alias "Building
63." Until 2003 it was Korea’s tallest building. It’s cost was about $161 million. The skyscraper houses headquarters
for multiple major Korean companies but there are several tourist attractions located inside as well. On the ground level there
is a sea world complete with numerous aquariums, an Imax theater, and a shopping mall with approximately 90 stores. There
is also a wax museum, the world’s tallest art gallery (on the 60th floor), international restaurants on the 59th floor and family
restaurants on the 58th floor. The building is located on Yeouido Island and overlooks the Han River. To get there take the
subway, Line 5 to Yeouinaru Station, Exit 4 and walk about 500 meters. — High dynamic range photo by Russell Wicke

USAG Daegu
Shoplifting: Subject was ob-
served in a retail store removing
a pair of shoes and socks from
the shelf and placing it in his bag
then exiting the store without
rendering payment. He was then
stopped by Loss Prevention Per-
sonnel, who attempted to escort
him to the Security Office, but he
refused to comply. When mili-
tary police responded, the Sub-
ject attempted to flee the scene.
Subject was detained and trans-
ported to the provost marshal’s
office where he was processed
and released to his sponsor. Esti-
mated cost of loss is $32.
SIGHTS AND SOUNDS: Off–post events and activities
The Korea House Folk Performance — A Favorite for Foreign Visitors
The Korea House folk performance Center for Korean Traditional Per- dhist solo dance in white clothing),”
team, established by the Foundation forming Arts, and dancers from the and “Barachum (a Buddhist ritual
for the Preservation of Cultural Prop- National Dance Company in Korea dance)” are usually enjoyed by foreign
erties (FPCP) who helps preserve and perform Korean traditional music and visitors.
promote Korean traditional cultural dance every afternoon. The regular folk performance held
arts, presents a spectacular Korean In particular, programs like at the Korea House presents eight di-
performing arts showcase throughout “Sinawi,” “Buchaechum (a traditional verse performances for about an hour.
the year for both natives and foreign fan dance),” “Salpuri (a traditional Performances will be held through
visitors. shamanism dance),” “Pansori (a tra- May 31 at Seoul-si Jung-gu Pildong
Inside the Korea House is a folk ditional narrative song),” “Bukchum 2-ga 80-2.
performance hall, which holds 156 (a traditional drum dance),” “Bong- To get there take the subway Lines
seats, where human cultural proper- santalchum (a traditional Bonsan 3 or 4 to Chungmuro Station, Exit 3.
ties, performers from the National masked dance),” “Seungmu (a Bud- For times call 2266-9101.
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Tour Normalization in effect
New garrison facilities, classes aim to help families
By Col. Hank Dodge
Red Cloud Garrison Commander
CAMP RED CLOUD – In the next
couple of months all of our efforts to
fully transform from an austere family-
member restricted hardship to com-
mand sponsored tour under tour nor-
malization will come to fruition.
In numerous ways we have and will
continue to become a more family-
friendly community.
Since tour normalization was an-
nounced by U.S. Forces Korea in December
2008, more than 850 American families
have moved into our community. Since
then we’ve built and opened the Casey Ele-
mentary School – the first ever Department
of Defense Education Activity school north
of Seoul – and next year we’ll open the
second wing of the kindergarten through
8th grade school expanding its capacity to
about 500.
This historic accomplishment has also
led to the construction of numerous facili-
ties to support families. Three new Child,
Youth and School Services facilities will be
opening in the coming month to meet the
needs of our growing community.
Our CYSS has a vitally important mis-
sion in our community. We entrust this
organization with the well-being of our
families and the challenging task of reduc-
ing the possible conflicts that may arise be-
tween mission requirements and parental
responsibilities. This is no small task and
they do a great job!
The Youth Center in the former Com-
munity Activity Center at Camp Red Cloud
will be the first facility to open. The reno-
vated facility will enable CYSS to provide
before- and after-school care for children
in 1st through 5th grade. It will be unveiled
during an open house April 2 that includes
our Community Spring Festival with a pa-
rade, games and carnival atmosphere for
families.
We’ll also showcase the Child Develop-
ment Center and School Age Center/Youth
Center at Camp Casey during an open
house with games, entertainment, music
and food for families at 10 a.m., April 8.
The CDC is for children from six weeks to
kindergarten, and the School Age Center/
Youth Center will cater to 1st to 12th grade
students.
Each of these CYSS facilities will open
their doors for business in our community
April 11 and it can’t come a day too soon for
our community! We’ve been eagerly an-
ticipating their opening for some time now
and I hope you’ll find them well worth the
wait.
The Army Community Service has also
relocated into a newly renovated facility
and will officially open in the former Edu-
cation Center at Camp Casey as a part of
NEWS THE MORNING CALM
— Col. Hank Dodge —
the open house festivities on April 8.
In addition to new facilities, Brenda
McCall, our Family Advocacy Program
manager, has been working diligently on
a series of one-day parenting workshops
which will be conducted April 22 in honor
of the Month of the Military Child. FAP
will also hold a Parenting Fair on April 21
at Casey Elementary School in conjunc-
tion with parent-teacher conferences. The
conference will address bullying, nutrition,
peer pressure, promoting self-esteem in
children, parenting your exceptional child,
single parenting, child abuse and neglect.
Don’t miss these! Call 730-3150 for more
information.
Beginning March 15 and running for at
least 60 days, the hours of operations for
all garrison service points in Camp Casey’s
Maude Hall will be adjusted to 9 a.m. to 6
p.m. (including lunch hour) to help us de-
termine the best times to provide services
for our customers.
While we’ve been doing a lot for fami-
lies, we’ve also sought ways to take better
care of our Soldiers, too. Last month we un-
veiled the “PCS Express” – a new automat-
ed system that significantly streamlines
the outprocessing procedures for Soldiers
by pre-clearing those organizations that
are unnecessary for our Soldiers to visit.
The original 25 service providers that were
previously required to be cleared have been
reduced to as few as 17; 11 of these are auto-
matically pre-cleared leaving Soldiers with
only six organizations to outprocess! I’m
extremely proud of this initiative launched
by Rene Tucker, our garrison director of
human resources.
We’re proud to be the Army’s Home and
we hope you’ll be equally proud of our new
facilities and classes that are coming on
line for families in the coming month. x
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Col. Hank Dodge (second from right), U.S. Army Garrison Red Cloud commander, cuts the ribbon at the grand opening ribbon cutting ceremony for the Casey Main Oriental Garden
Dining Facility at Camp Casey, Feb. 28. From left to right, Command Sgt. Major. Nidal Saaed, USAG Red Cloud senior enlisted advisor, Lt. Col. Richard Fromm, USAG Casey
commander, Sabrina Wilson, DFAC manager, and Richard Davis, USAG Red Cloud deputy to the garrison commander also assist. — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Mardicio Barrot

Dining facility gets facelift to match award-winning fare

By Pfc. Mardicio Barrot
USAG Red Cloud Public Affairs
CAMP CASEY — For the past
decade the Casey Main Oriental
Garden Dining Facility here has
developed a reputation for serving not
only some of the best food in Korea
but also throughout the Army and now
the newly renovated facility that re-
opened for business Feb. 28 has a fresh
appearance to match its tasty fare.
The $720,000 DFAC renovation that
began Nov. 1, 2010 and was completed
Feb. 27 by Yibon Construction Company
from Seoul upgraded a variety of areas
within the facility to improve energy
and water conservation, as well as the
working and dining atmosphere for
DFAC staff and diners.
The Casey Main DFAC managed
by HHD, USAG Casey has a history of
excellent in dining service.
It won the 43rd Annual 8th Army and
Installation Management Korea Phillip
A. Connelly Awards competition Oct.
1, 2010 in the large garrison dining
facility category – the second time in
three years. The DFAC also received
the Department of the Army Phillip A.
Connelly Award in 2002.
Among the major improvements
to the building are energy-saving roof
material and heater units, and new
water pipes and sewer lines.
More obvious improvements
that benefit kitchen staff and diners
include new serving and kitchen areas,
the installation of better lighting in
the kitchen to aid in food preparation
and in the dining area to create a more
pleasant experience, and non-slip
floor tiles to prevent accidental slips
and falls.
“Having some of this state of the
art equipment will save thousands
of dollars on future food service
operations, loss of man power due
to accidental falls and energy cost
savings,” said Chief Warrant Officer
3 Luis Aviles, Casey Main DFAC
manager.
Aviles stressed that the newly
improved DFAC will provide a healthy
and pleasant option for Soldiers to
enjoy their daily meals.
“The DFAC provides a state of
the art dining facility just like a
5-star restaurant to promote a family
oriented atmosphere for Soldiers away
from home,” he said.
“Providing free meals to Soldiers in
a renovated dining facility will prevent
these Soldiers from turning to non-
nutritional food items such as junk
food that has a negative effect on a
Soldier’s health and fitness.”
Many of the Soldiers who visited the
facility Feb. 28 said the food was good
in the past and that the new overall
appearance makes a visit to the DFAC
even more pleasant.
“The DFAC looks new and has
that new smell to it,” said Staff Sgt.
William Griffin Jr., Headquarters and
Headquarters Detachment, U.S. Army
Casey.
“It’s great that they have workers
in here that are nice and treat us very
well. I also enjoy the fact that it’s right
around the corner from my barracks.
It’s more than good enough for my
Soldiers to eat and I’m going to start
eating here three times a day now.” x

Cpl. Lim Sang-won, 55th Military Police

Company, pours soup into bowl at the
newly renovated Casey Main Oriental
Garden Dining Facility, Feb. 28. Aside
from improvements to the building to
improve energy and water conservation,
the interior of the facility received a
complete facelift to include new serving
and kitchen areas, better lightening and
non-slip flooring. Left, U.S. Soldiers and
their Republic of Korea counterparts at
Camp Casey for the Key Resolve/Foal
Eagle exercise enjoy lunch in the newly
opened dining facility. — U.S. Army photos
by Pfc. Mardicio Barrot
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News & Notes Casey anniversary bridges 60 years of history

By Sgt. Lee Hyun-bae Republic of Korea,” said Dongducheon and swimming pools were not available
Customer Service Hours 2nd Infantry Division Public Affairs Mayor Oh Sea-chang. “Dongducheon on Camp Casey in the ‘70s, he added.
Beginning March 15 and for city hall is trying to keep good “When there were no fast-food
at least 60 days, the hours for CAMP CASEY – Throughout its relationships between citizens and chains in Korea, the first Baskin
all garrison service points in 60 year history, Camp Casey has left U.S. Soldiers. I want to extend my Robbins opened in March 1980 on
Camp Casey’s Maude Hall will its mark on the Republic of Korea. congratulations on Camp Casey’s 60th Camp Casey, and I still remember
be adjusted to 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The camp, which originally supported anniversary, and hope we get along seeing a long line despite the cold
(including lunch hour) to help Soldiers who fought in the Korean War, together well like we have for past 60 weather,” said Alexander. “At that time,
determine the best times to is now the northern-most installation years.” there were no cars on camp besides the
provide services for customers. of the 2nd Infantry Division, home to Not only has the relationship with the brigade commander’s. That was the
the 1st Heavy Brigade host nation community only (personally owned vehicle) that we
Army Emergency Relief Combat Team, 210th blossomed over the years, could see on Camp Casey.”
The Army Emergency Relief Fires Brigade and U.S. but so has the landscape Over its history, the camp was
Campaign will be held March Army Garrison Casey for Soldiers and more home to the Royal Thai Battalion; the
1-May 15. This annual campaign units. recently, Families. Philippines’ 19th Battalion Combat
is an opportunity for active duty The camp, Retired Col. William Team; the U.S. 45th Division; and the
Soldiers, Army retirees and established in May 1951 M. Alexander, the 2nd ID 5th and 7th Marines during the war; and
civilians to make a donation that and filling a mile-wide museum director, said he the U.S. 35th Division, 25th Division,
will be used as a grant or interest- by three-mile long valley has seen many changes to and 7th Division after the cease-fire.
free loan to help Soldiers, Army near Dongducheon, the camp in the 30-plus In 1971, the 7th Division returned to
retirees and their families in was officially dedicated years since he originally the U.S. and the 2nd ID occupied Camp
need. See your unit representative in 1952 in memory of Maj. Hugh laid eyes on it. Casey.
to make a donation. B. Casey, who died when his light “I first came to Camp Casey in 1979 The 2nd ID headquarters remained
observation plane was hit by ground and there were no (heaters) back then, on Camp Casey from 1971 until moving
OHA Utilities Survey fire in December 1951 crashing just so everyone gathered around this to Camp Red Cloud in 1992.
The annual Overseas Housing west of what would become 2nd ID middle stove with their gloves on at “We’ve started collecting stories like
Allowance Utility Survey for headquarters. winter times,” said Alexander. Alexander’s on our Division Facebook
Korea will be held March 1-31. Throughout the years, the camp built He added, back then there were no page as a way of connecting past and
All servicemembers in Korea a close relationship with Dongducheon Warrior Family Days and the troops present Soldiers in the digital age,” said
who receive OHA for residing city. worked more hours than they do now. 2nd ID Commander Maj. Gen. Michael
in privately leased quarters are The U.S. Army occupies roughly “Soldiers in Camp Casey worked six Tucker. “Old Soldiers can post photos
encouraged to participate. They 42 percent of the Dongducheon days a week and Korean Augmentation of their Quonset-huts and new Soldiers
will receive a link to the survey at area, accounts for 30 percent of the to the U.S. Army and Republic of Korea can show off their off-post housing.
their official e-mail address. This Dongducheon economy, and plays a Army Soldiers didn’t have any vacation. Boy, how times have changed.”
OHA supplement is a valuable vital part in the nation’s defense, the There were no weekend passes and no Tucker said the social media exercise
entitlement for servicemembers city’s mayor said. civilian clothes were allowed on camp.” will help current troops appreciate
stationed overseas. The time “Soldiers in Camp Casey are playing Some of the perks Americans have what they have now, while introducing
spent answering the questions very important roles defending the now like a community activities center them to their legacy. x
enable the DoD Defense Travel
Management Office to establish %
equitable OHA utility rates.
The DRMO conducts annual Lent / Easter Worship Services Throughout Area I
OHA utility surveys to collect Catholic Services
data on utility and recurring
maintenance expenses from March 11 6 p.m. Stations of the Cross Mass Warrior Chapel Camp Red Cloud
servicemembers receiving OHA. March 11 6 p.m. Stations of the Cross Mass West Casey Chapel Camp Casey
The data is used to compute
allowances worldwide. DTMO March 18 6 p.m. Stations of the Cross Mass Warrior Chapel Camp Red Cloud
bases its rates on typical costs March 18 6 p.m. Stations of the Cross Mass West Casey Chapel Camp Casey
incurred by servicemembers March 25 6 p.m. Stations of the Cross Mass Warrior Chapel Camp Red Cloud
receiving OHA for living off-
post in countries outside the March 25 6 p.m. Stations of the Cross Mass West Casey Chapel Camp Casey
continental United States. April 1 6 p.m. Stations of the Cross Mass Warrior Chapel Camp Red Cloud
April 1 6 p.m. Stations of the Cross Mass West Casey Chapel Camp Casey
Keep Off Pounds in Korea
A new peninsula-wide April 8 6 p.m. Stations of the Cross Mass Warrior Chapel Camp Red Cloud
program starting in Area I – Keep April 8 6 p.m. Stations of the Cross Mass West Casey Chapel Camp Casey
Off the Pounds in Korea – is set
to launch its wellness seminar April 15 6 p.m. Stations of the Cross Mass Warrior Chapel Camp Red Cloud
fror mothers and children from April 15 6 p.m. Stations of the Cross Mass West Casey Chapel Camp Casey
11 a.m.-1 p.m., March 16 at Camp April 17 9 a.m. Palm Sunday Mass Warrior Chapel Camp Red Cloud
Red Cloud’s Pear Blossom Family
Outreach Center. The seminar April 17 9:30 a.m. Palm Sunday Mass Hovey Chapel Camp Hovey
focuses on nutrition for mothers April 17 Noon Palm Sunday Mass West Casey Chapel Camp Casey
and children. The second hour April 21 6 p.m. Holy Thursday Mass Warrior Chapel Camp Red Cloud
will be devoted to interactive,
energizing demonstrations of April 21 6 p.m. Holy Thursday Mass West Casey Chapel Camp Casey
the fitness classes in Warrior April 22 6 p.m. Good Friday Warrior Chapel Camp Red Cloud
Country. For more information,
April 22 6 p.m. Good Friday West Casey Chapel Camp Casey
call the PBFOC at 732-7168
or send an e-mail to Donna April 23 8:30 p.m. Holy Saturday Easter Vigil Warrior Chapel Camp Red Cloud
Winzenried at kopikclub@ April 24 8:30 p.m. Holy Saturday Easter Vigil West Casey Chapel Camp Casey
hotmail.com.
April 24 9 a.m. Easter Sunday Mass Warrior Chapel Camp Red Cloud
Women’s History Month April 24 9:30 a.m. Easter Sunday Mass Hovey Chapel Camp Hovey
An informal gathering will April 24 Noon Easter Sunday Mass West Casey Chapel Camp Casey
be held to honor women as part
of National Women’s History Protestant Services
Month at 10 a.m., March 18 at the
Camp Stanley Commissary. A $25 April 21 7 p.m. Maundy Thursday Service Hovey Chapel Camp Hovey
gift voucher and fruit basket will April 22 Noon Good Firday Service Warrior Chapel Camp Red Cloud
be given to two lucky women.
RSVP no later than March 15 by April 24 6 a.m. Easter Sunrise Service The Soldier’s Field
calling 732-5859. April 24 6:30 a.m. Easter Sunrise Service The Village Green Camp Red Cloud
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Zumba Jam takes Area I by storm

By Sgt. Karla P. Elliott
2nd ID Public Affairs

CAMP CASEY – “Alright guys I want
to see some energy out there,” said the
dance instructor enthusiastically.
Just like a scene from the popular
‘80s movie “Footloose,” members of
the Warrior Division Family sported
their spandex pants, leg warmers, and
arm and head bands.
More than 50 Soldiers, military
spouses and children gathered at
Camp Casey’s Carey Fitness Center
for two-and-a-half hours of dancing,
aerobics and fun, March 5.
Dubbed “Zumba Jam,” the aerobics
workout session featured an array
of Hispanic music, from Bachata to
Reggeaton to Cumbia.
But what is “Zumba?”
According to the Web site www.
zumba.com, Zumba Fitness is a
Latin-inspired dance-fitness program
that blends international music and
“contagious steps to form a fitness party
that is downright addictive. Zumba
classes feature exotic rhythms set to Soldiers, spouses and children exude some energy and enthusiasm to get a good aerobic workout during the Zumba Jam at Camp
high-energy Latin and international Casey’s Carey Fitness Center, March 5. Zumba is a Latin-inspired dance-fitness program. — U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Karla P. Elliott
beats.”
“For me, teaching Zumba has with pride. Regiment. “You don’t even realize show Soldiers that this, too, can be a
become more than just a job; it’s One regular said that this was you’re getting a workout until you stop workout.
my passion,” said Kathleen Walsh, a exactly what she was looking for when and realize you’re out of breath.” “Some units have already asked
Warrior Country Zumba instructor. she and her husband arrived to Korea After a couple months of attending us to give them a session during PT,”
“As an instructor, I have had the last June. Walsh’s classes, one frequenter decided added Albaladejo, a Vega Alta, Puerto
privilege to meet amazing people that “I love coming out here because you to take a leap and become a Zumba Rico native.
inspire me to keep on going, dancing can just let go,” said military spouse, instructor, herself. Units interested in having Zumba
and teaching Zumba.” Meghan Schaut, a Boise, Idaho native. “I feel happy and very much alive classes during PT hours can contact
Walsh, a Grand Rapids, Mich. “Dance is my passion, so it’s right down when I’m out here instructing,” Carey Fitness Director, Robert Gobble,
native, added that every class is an my lane. Plus it’s a great way to meet said retired military spouse, Mabel at DSN 730-2322.
adventure. friends and the instructors give off Simonetti, a Trujillo Alto, Puerto Rico Zumba classes are available at the
“I meet people from different walks great energy.” native. “It’s like I’m teaching others Camp Casey Carey Fitness Center
of life; I experience diverse cultures; I But Zumba isn’t only a class for about my culture through dance and Mon.-Fri. 1-2 p.m., Mon. and Wed.
see smiling faces; I hear giggles from women; more and more men show up music.” 5:30-6:30 p.m. and Saturdays 11:30
the first-time dancers; I get ‘woots’ and for a good workout. Walsh, who has been teaching a.m.–12:30 p.m.
whistles from the avid dancers; but “Time flies when you’re having Zumba for more than two years, said “If you have never tried Zumba
most importantly, I witness positive fun,” said Pfc. Emmanuel Albaladejo, that Soldiers can request for classes before, now is the time,” said Walsh.
changes from the regulars – physically, with Headquarters & Headquarters and she, as well as the other certified “If you have no one to watch your kids,
mentally and emotionally,” Walsh said Company, 1st Battalion, 72nd Armor instructors, will be more than happy to bring them with you.” x

‘Strike Force
Iron’ Soldiers
roll through
Warrior Forge
CAMP CASEY — Two Bradley fighting
vehicles from the 2nd Battalion, 9th
Infantry Regiment, 1st Heavy Brigade
Combat Team, approach the firing
line at Nightmare Range, a Republic
of Korea gunnery range located north
of Camp Casey, Feb. 18. The 2-9th
Inf. was participating in Operation
Warrior Forge, a live virtual constructed
theater-level exercise. As part of the
exercise, battalions from throughout
the Strike Force Iron brigade rotated
out to both Rodriguez and Nightmare
ranges to conduct table XII gunnery.
Warrior Forge concludes this month
after the brigade rotates all of its units
through the ranges to complete table
XII gunnery. — U.S. Army photo by Sgt.
Ryan Elliott, 1st HBCT Public Affairs
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It’s about honoring our commitment to Soldiers and Families.

Visit ArmyOneSource.com to see what the Army Family Covenant can mean for you or someone you know.
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Yongsan photographer competing at
DA level for ‘Best of Show’ award
Awarded First Place: What’s for Dinner. Cast your vote at https://artscrafts.fmwrc.army.mil/ by Mar. 15. - U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Amber Smith
By Cpl. Hong Moo-sun
USAG Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON - U.S. Army Family and
Morale, Welfare and Recreation Command recog-
nized winners of the 2010 Army Digital Photography
Contest at Department of the Army level Feb. 2011.
Contestants submitted their best work by divi-
sion and category.
Two Major Divisions:
* Military Division (active duty military)
* Other Eligible Participants (family members,
DAC Civilians, retirees, etc. per AR 215-1)
Eight Categories within each division (seven for
color photos and one for monochrome photos):
* People
* Military Life
* Nature & Landscapes
* Animals
* Still Life
* Design Elements
* Digital Darkroom
* Monochrome
Contestants first competed at Garrison or Region
level and those who were recognized at this level
competed at Department of the Army level. Depart-
ment of the Army level means that they compete
against the entire Army and all Combat photogra-
phers, civilians, and family members.
U.S. Army FMWRC recognized eight entries sub-
mitted by seven winners from the Korea region.
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Among those winners, Pfc. Amber Smith, Visual In-
formation, Headquarters and Headquarters Com- u Scenes from Photo Contest!
pany, U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan, won first place in
active duty Military division and animals category.
“I didn’t think very much of the Photography
Contest because of the vast number of entries they
receive annually. However, a week or so before the
deadline, I was instructed that not submitting
wasn’t an option,” said Smith.
“I had about twenty photos from various outings
around the Seoul area, so I compiled them and sent
them for entry.”
Smith said she is happy to work as a photogra-
pher in the Army.
“I have been taking photos since 2003. A former
friend got me into it. It spiraled from there. Soon I
had my own camera, lens, and was taking college through MWR,” said Smith. “I would advise anyone
courses. It’s been a passion of mine ever since,” she to submit. You never know what’s going to happen. I
said. “I am blessed to have a Military Occupational thought my image would go no farther than the Re-
Specialty that allows me to follow my passion and a gional Contest but then I ended up winning Army
Chain of Command that encourages it to its fullest.” wide.”
First place winners at the DA level are posted in “This is all about supporting the Installation
a web gallery to compete in a popular vote competi- Management Command’s new Campaign Plan,”
tion, “My Favorite Photo” from Feb. 15 to March. 15. said USAG Yongsan Garrison Commander Col. Wil-
The award is for overall winner of the entire contest. liam Huber.
You can go to https://artscrafts.fmwrc.army.mil/, “A key part of this plan is supporting Soldier,
log in with your Army Knowledge Online username Family and Civilian readiness with quality programs
and vote. and safe communities that meet their needs. We are
“I feel very honored to be recognized with the keeping our promise to make Yongsan a place where
other great photographers that the Army has to community members can thrive.” x
offer and there are contests offered for everyone moo.s.hong@korea.army.mil
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News & Notes Packing lunches is an excellent way to

FMWR Events
St. Patrick’s Alibi Tournament
support student’s health and performance
will be held on March 19, 11:00
a.m. at Yongsan Lanes. Come and
celebrate the holiday by bowling
and a chance to win great prizes.
Contact Michael Nichols at 723-
7938.
Missoula Children’s Theatre
performs “The Jungle Book”
on April 2, 3:00 and 5:30
p.m. at Seoul American High
School Auditorium. For more
information, call Melody Francis
at 738-8122 or faye.a.julies@korea.
army.mil.

K16 Shuttle Schedule Chnage

Starting February 22, the 5:30 a.m.
bus departing K16 will no longer
run. Instead, a bus will depart
K16 at 7:30 a.m. on weekdays
only (excluding U.S. and training
holidays).

Yongsan Retiree Council

The USAG Yongsan Retiree
Council would like to invite all
Military Retirees, their spouse
and Retired Widow by attending
a monthly meeting on the second
Thursday of the month at the
USAG Yongsan Headquarter
Conference Room in Bldg. 4305.
Let your voice be heard, your ideas
come to life by showing up and
providing input to the Garrison
Commander and his staff, on how
to improve the quality of life for
Military Retirees in Area 2, and
maybe elsewhere in Korea.
CYSS is looking for you
We are currently recruiting for a
Lead Teacher. This position pays
$13-17 an hour and requires a Child
Development Associate credential
or 12 hours of education in early
or elementary education. We are
also recruiting for a Functional
Technology Specialist, which
pays $40-50,000 a year. And,
we are looking for Family Child
Care Providers. Earn $26-40,000
a year while staying at home
and building a long-lasting
and portable career. For more
information, call 738-3406. CYSS
benefits include tuition assistance
and employee discounts of up to
50%. Applicants must go to www.
cpol.army.mil to apply.
AFSC Scholarships
The AFSC is proud to support
hardworking students in our
community! This year we have
expanded eligibility requirements
so that the student or parent does
NOT have to be a member of the
AFSC to receive a scholarship!
If you are in Area I or an USAG
Yongsan resident and a ration
card holder, or are a dependent of
an Area I or USAG Yongsan ration
card holder, you are eligible to
apply! Applications are available
online at www.afsckorea.org and
must be returned to the Chosun
Gift Shop by March 5, 2011
For a complete list of community infor-
mation news and notes, visit the USAG
Yongsan Facebook page at
http://www.facebook.com/youryongsan
SAES students enjoy their nutritious packed lunches, Aug. 2010. - U.S. Army photo by Spc. Rick Canfield
By Maj. Ronna Trent, MHA, RD
65th MED BDE Nutrition Consultant
YONGSAN GARRISON - As a di-
etitian I am frequently approached
by concerned parents regarding their
child’s diet. While many parents ask
about specific nutrients, others are
concerned about weight control and
their child’s physical development.
Still others are concerned about their
child’s weight contributing to chronic
disease later in life.
It seems that there are frustrated
parents and caregivers becoming
acutely aware of the rising tide of
childhood obesity. The most recent
Yongsan celebrates K-16 gym opening
By Pvt. Choi Sung-il
USAG Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON - Hun-
dreds of Soldiers attended the opening
ceremony of the brand new K-16 Gym,
the state of the art facilites, Feb. 25.
The gym was renovated by con-
structing a wider health club next to
the original one. The two were com-
bined into one facility that is now five
Soldiers try out the brand new exercise equipment at the newly revamped K-16 Gym,
after the opening ceremony Feb. 25. - U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Choi Sung-il
statistics point out that almost 32% of
children between 6 and 19 years of age
are overweight or obese, and the num-
ber of obese children in this age range
has tripled in the last few decades.
Concerned military leaders point out
that childhood obesity is a threat to
national security. “The basic fact is
that too many young American men
and women are too fat to fight said
General “Hugh” Shelton, U.S. Army
(ret.) of the nonprofit group Mission:
Readiness.
The truth is that parents must be
the first model for children before we
can expect them to fully embrace new
foods and physical activity for them-
times bigger than the previous gym
which often got easily over-crowded.
“Thank you for Garrison Yongsan
and Command Sgt. Maj. Ralph Rusch
for their huge efforts to rebuild this
wonderful gym,” said Battalion Com-
mander Lt. Col. Erik Gilbert.
Gilbert emphasized a few do’s and
don’ts while using the brand new gym.
“There are three rules to follow:
do not drop the weights on the floor,
selves. We must walk the walk, and
talk the talk. I suggest that one way to
begin investing in a healthier lifestyle
for our children is to begin packing
lunches from home for our children.
The very act of packing a lunch and
sending it to school with our children
says, “What you put into your body is
important to me as a parent. I am tak-
ing the time to do this because you are
important to me.” Children know that
parents are busy and infer our priori-
ties through our actions. If we simply
pack a lunch for them but they do not
see us packing one for ourselves, we are
sending an inconsistent message.
— See PACKING LUNCHES, Page 12 —
wipe down the machines with white
sheets placed in the gym after use
and do not change the TV channel.”
The opening was a brief ceremony
to show soldiers around the remod-
eled gym. The grand re-opening will
be held after Key Resolve ends.
Soldiers had a chance to take a
tour around the gym equipped with
the latest facilities after the opening
ceremony and check-out the various
sports equipments. Some of the en-
thusiastic Soldiers tried the sporting
apparatus with their uniform off and
helped each other work out.
“It’s really good and equipped
with high tech treadmills. I’m sure a
lot of us would benefit from it. The
old gym was a lot smaller with less
equipment,” said Pfc. Camilo Marino
from Delta Company, Second Battal-
ion Second Aviation Regiment. “I’m
glad we have a gym now and hope ev-
erybody would take advantage of this
and enjoy themselves.”
“Garrison Yongsan supports all
Soldiers, Families and Army Civilians
with quality programs and safe com-
munities that meet their needs,” said
U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan Com-
mander Col. William Huber. “We are
keeping our promise to make Yong-
san a place where community mem-
bers can thrive.” x
sung.i.choi@korea.army.mil
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Yongsan on a
Financial diet
By Cpl. Choe Yong-joon
USAG Yongsan Public Affairs
The economy is bad. The U.S. government is
cutting costs. If you could put USAG Yongsan
on a financial “diet”, how would you tighten
the belt and save money? Find out what more
than 7,000 Yongsan community members are
talking about by becoming a USAG Yongsan
Facebook Fan at facebook.com/youryongsan!
(Comments are kept in their original form)

Christina
Ellerby-Walker
Facebook Fan

Yongsan celebrates official grand

Install thermostats in the apartments in Hannam Vil-
lage. Once the heat is on, it is always on - even when
the registers are turned to the off position. I know so
much energy (and money) is wasted because we have
to use the A/C or open windows in the winter to cool
down the apartments at the same time as the heat is
running.
Schroeder J.
Streat
Facebook Fan
opening of “McCrae Loving Hearts”
By Pvt. Choi Sung-il
USAG Yongsan Public Affairs u Scenes from McCrae Home!
YONGSAN GARRISON - Children with their
moms gathered together to celebrate the opening
of McCrae Home Family Care Center, Mar. 4 at the
playroom Building H # 104. Cheryl McCrae, founder
of “McCrae Loving Hearts”, started the warmheart-
ed home child care service on Jan. 20. She carefully
looks after kids in Army families and eagerly accepts
new members. x
sung.i.choi@korea.army.mil

Cut back on the nice to have and look at things like

flat screen monitors everywhere (gyms, foodcourt, KATUSA solider braves the confidence course
Dragon Hill Lodge). Turn off items that can be turned
off without impact when leaving the office daily.

Christy
Casteen
Facebook Fan

Have the residents of hannam sort their own garbage

or kick them off out to live off post.

Diana Adcox
Facebook Fan

Make on post housing pay extra if they go over their

limit of energy consumption. Give them an amount.
I am sure they would all start turning of their light if
they actually have to pay out of their pocket.

Cindy Boxley
Walker
Facebook Fan

Turn off the heat in all the buildings when everyone
is opening the windows because it’s so hot you can’t
breathe and all that hot air is going out those win-
dows, everywhere on post. It’s absolutely wasting
electricity and a lot of it.
Senior KATUSA soldier for the 14th Military Police Detachment, Sgt. Lee, braves the confidence course at Camp
Casey. — Courtesy photo by Sgt. 1st Class Steve Blackshear
See yourself in the Morning Calm when you become a USAG Yongsan Facebook Fan. Just post your travel photos
to our page with a quick description covering who, what, when, where and why and we’ll see you in the paper. -
Your Yongsasn PAO team
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PACKING LUNCHES
A packed lunch will have both im-
mediate and long-term benefits for
our children. A healthy, tasty lunch
will improve a child’s attention and
performance at school and extracur-
ricular activities. In the long term
these routine choices can reduce the
risk of chronic disease associated with
poor diets, particularly obesity, hyper-
tension, and diabetes.
But where is a parent to begin?
Packed lunches do not have to be lim-
ited to a peanut butter and jelly sand-
wich, an apple and juice box. In fact,
regardless of how healthy any one par-
ticular meal can be, there needs to be
a good variety in the packed lunches
to address a body’s need for multiple
nutrients. Below are some suggestions
for packed lunches:
Breads: Whole grain breads provide
extra dietary fiber and are an excel-
lent, low fat source of energy. Look
for whole grain as the first ingredient
whenever possible. Note that not all
‘dark’ breads are whole-grain, some are
simply flavored with molasses. Con-
sider varieties such as whole wheat,
multi-grain, and oat as mainstays.
Pitas and tortillas also serve to make
great sandwiches or wraps.
Beyond Sandwiches: Consider raw
vegetable salads with cooked, chilled
strips of lean poultry or salmon and
a low-fat dressing on the side, fresh
fruits with cottage cheese or yogurt,
tuna fish salad over a bed of dark
greens and whole grain crackers. If you
don’t think your child will like this try
it at home together. Even better, shop
for and prepare these items together.
A child who is ‘invested’ in the meal
preparation will be much more likely
to try it.
Savory and Sweet: Instead of buy-
ing pre-made snacks and sweets, con-
sider making your own on weekends
and freeze products so you have a bag-
lunch supply when needed. Examples
include homemade quick breads or
cookies made with whole grain flour or
oatmeal. Ask your child which fresh
fruits they would like to have and con-
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sider packing whole, frozen berries
which can defrost by lunchtime.
Keep It Safe: Food held for pro-
longed periods of time between 41
and 135 degrees Fahrenheit have an in-
creased risk of producing a food borne
illness in its consumer. Therefore, it’s
important to keep hot foods hot, and
cold foods cold as long as possible.
Use a vacuum bottle for foods that
need to be kept cold and chill it in the
refrigerator before adding cold foods.
For hot foods, use a stainless steel or
glass-lined vacuum bottle rather than
a plastic-lined one for hotter and safer
food at lunchtime.
Regardless of how often you pack a
lunch, your child will inevitably be in-
fluenced by and purchase food items
on site through the school cafeteria.
A national policy is under review that
would affect over 32 million American
school children. In January the USDA
published a proposed rule to update
the nutrition standards for meals
served through the National School
Lunch and School breakfast programs.
This Act is the first proposed ‘upgrade’
to the National School Lunch and
Breakfast Program in 15 years.
The proposal would, “increase the
availability of fruits, vegetables, whole
grains, and fat-free, and help meet
the nutrition needs of school children
within their calorie requirement.”
What do you think? I would urge
all interested parents to visit www.
regulations.gov and follow the instruc-
tions for submitting comments before
Apr. 13. Search for the document under
‘National School Lunch and Breakfast
Program.”
At the local level, a new SAES Well-
ness Council has been created in re-
sponse to the DoDEA Korea District
May 2010 District Wellness Policy. A
wellness needs assessment for SAES
parents will be available beginning in
March on SAES’ SharePoint.
For more information contact Maj.
Ronna Trent, MHA, R.D. at ronna.
trent@us.army.mil or Mi-young Cho,
at Miyoung.cho@pac.dodea.edu. x
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MARCH 11, 2011
Beware: Yellow Sand season is in
By Monte D. Hargrave
65th Medical Brigade Nurse
YONGSAN GARRISON — Many
readers have first-hand experience or
have heard second-hand about the air
quality in Seoul, Korea. When 14 mil-
lion people are gathered in one area
they are bound to create some sort of
pollution and in Seoul, air pollution is
the most obvious.
Some days are better than others,
and it is comparable to conditions ex-
perienced in some of the major cities in
the United States. We may already be
familiar with air pollution and Ozone
Warnings if we have lived in large met-
ropolitan areas, but here in Korea, and
many parts of Asia, we experience a
weather phenomenon called HwangSa
also referred to as Yellow Sand or Asian
Dust.
As the name infers, the air is filled
with dust and other pollutants car-
ried up from Mongolia and China and
brought to East, South and Southeast
Asia by the jet stream and winds creat-
ed by the weather patterns beginning
sometime in late February or early
March through May. Asian dust has an
interesting history dating back to 174
A.D. It is documented at http://web.
kma.go.kr/eng/weather/asiandust/in-
tro.jsp.
There are many things that have
proven successful in combating the
problems associated with Asian Dust.
As for a normal, healthy member of
U.S. Forces Korea, the dust should
pose little concern. However, Asian
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hydrated and keep your tear ducts
flowing
‹‹   Use air filters or a humidifier to
keep air clear and moist
‹‹   Wash fruits and vegetables ex-
posed to yellow sand before consump-
tion
‹‹   Don’t burn candles or spray aero-
sols
‹‹   Don’t smoke indoors
Scan here to access ‹‹   Vacuum or dust off outer gar-
live satellite feeds for ments, shoes, purses, backpacks and
current dust levels. clothing before storing them in a clos-
et with clean clothes
‹‹   Dust, wash, vacuum or avoid pets
that go in and out of the home
‹‹   If you must be outdoors, you may
want to invest in a mask or other facial
barriers. Masks commonly seen worn
This is a satellite image of a yellow dust storm over China in April 2001. Scan the QR by locals are readily available at many
code to access live satellite feeds for current dust levels. During this time researchers stores and may help reduce exposure
watched as dust from an Asian storm crossed the Pacific reaching as far east as the density to the irritants.
Great Lakes. An eye-witness to the dust storm, who visited Jilin Province in northeast- As with any condition that can
ern China, reported that around 7 a.m. local time on April 7, 2001, the dust blocked make us ill, it is up to you to use good
enough sunlight to leave the skies as dark as midnight, and reduced visibility to roughly judgment and exercise proper risk-vs.-
20 meters (65 feet). The temperate cyclone spun counter-clockwise over China, push- benefit decisions before heading out
during an Asian Dust plume. Some of
ing the wall of dust as it moved. The deep tan dust is not only thick enough to com- us will never notice it is there, while
pletely hide much of the land surface below, but it almost forms its own topography,
others may be hindered by it. Being
with ridges of dust rising up below the clouds. — Image courtesy of NASA armed with a little knowledge might
dust may be of significant concern for ance is key just help you avoid being miserable
elderly people, young children, those ‹‹   Keep windows and doors closed later. Make good choices and I’ll see
with lung diseases (such as asthma, ‹‹   Remove contact lenses; wear you while you are enjoying the “Assign-
chronic bronchitis, pneumonia), heart glasses ment of Choice” the next few months.
disease or diabetes. For people who ‹‹   Brush your teeth; wash your To find out current Asian Dust con-
fall in those categories education and hands, face and eyes with warm water ditions, go to the following U.S. Forces
avoidance is the key to getting through upon returning indoors Korea website: http://web.kma.go.kr/
the dust plume with minimal discom- ‹‹   Wash your hands before eating or eng/weather/asiandust/satellite.jsp,
fort. Some tips for everyone include: handling food or access the site via smartphone by
‹‹   Stay indoors if possible; avoid- ‹‹   Drink plenty of water to stay well scanning the QR Code in the image. x
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NEWS THE MORNING CALM

Gates nominates Thurman to lead USFK

By Jim Garamone
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON — Defense Secre-
tary Robert M. Gates recommended
that President Barack Obama nomi-
nate U.S. Army Gen. James D. Thur-
man to serve as commander, U.S.
Forces Korea, and Vice Adm. William
McRaven for a fourth star and to the
position of commander, U.S. Special
Operations Command.
Gates made the recommenda-
tions during a Pentagon press briefing
March 1.
If confirmed by the Senate, Thur-
man would succeed Army Gen. Walter
“Skip” Sharp in Korea. McRaven would
succeed Navy Adm. Eric Olson, who
has headed the Special Operations
Command since 2008.
Thurman currently commands the
U.S. Army Forces Command. He com-
manded the 4th Infantry Division and
Multinational Division Baghdad dur-
ing some of the darkest days in Opera-
tion Iraqi Freedom.
McRaven, a former commander of
SEAL Team 3 and Special Operations
Command Europe, is the commander
of the Joint Special Operations Com-
mand. He has led the command as it
“ruthlessly and effectively [took] the
fight to America’s most dangerous and
vicious enemies,” Gates said.
The secretary also made other per-
sonnel recommendations. He has rec-
ommended Navy Vice Adm. Joseph
Kernan for the post of deputy com-
mander of U.S. Southern Command,
replacing Army Lt. Gen. Ken Keen.
Kernan has been Gates’ senior military
assistant for the last two years.
The secretary said the officers he is
recommending “have the right mix of
military acumen, strategic vision and
diplomatic and interagency skills that
these posts will require.”
If confirmed, Kernan would return
to Southern Command where he pre-
viously commanded the 4th Fleet, the
first Navy SEAL to lead a numbered
fleet. “On a personal note, I’d like to
thank Joe for his dedicated service for
the past two years in my office,” the
secretary said. “His advice, informed
by his background as a special opera-
tions warrior, has been invaluable, and
he will be sorely missed.”
Marine Lt. Gen. John Kelly, cur-
rently at Marine Forces Reserve, will
succeed Kernan. He previously com- Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates is
manded the 1st Marine Expeditionary
Force in Iraq’s Anbar province.
recommending U.S. Army Gen. James D.
The secretary also commented on Thurman (above) to serve as commander,
the passing of Army Corp. Frank Buck- U.S. Forces Korea. Thuman, in this photo,
les, the last living American World speaks as he accepts the promotion to his
War I veteran, who died last weekend current position as the 18th commanding
at his West Virginia home. x general of U.S. Army Forces Command.

Stryker combat
teams train for
‘Different kind of
fight’ in Korea
STRYKER from Page 1

“[Stryker Brigade Combat Teams] have a whole

array of mission areas that they look at that they
are ready to reinforce,” said Col. Ross E. David-
son Jr., commander of the South Korea-based 1st
Heavy Brigade Combat Team.
Tested in combat in Iraq, the Stryker unit also
proved its mettle during the training exercise in
the blustery and rugged terrain near the Korean
Demilitarized Zone.
Sgt. Bryson Hounschell, a 2-3rd Infantry Stryk-
er vehicle commander from Stark City, Mo., said
the exercise gave his team the chance to train in a
different environment.
“This is very different from Iraq,” said Houn-
The 19th Expeditionary Sustainment Command and Army Field Support Battalion-North East Asia conducted schell who returned from a deployment there last
railhead operations March 3 for Key Resolve/Foal Eagle. — U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Park Young-ho October. “We’re training for a different kind of
fight here.” The Foal Eagle exercise prepares Sol-

U.S. Army flexes logistical muscles diers for that “different kind” of fight here.
Held around the same time every year since
1961, Foal Eagle is a defensive field exercise. Ex-

during Key Resolve, Foal Eagle

By Walter T. Ham IV
8th Army Public Affairs
CAMP CARROLL — The U.S. Army flexed
its logistical muscles March 3, moving pre-po-
sitioned stocks onto trains here during railhead
operations in support of Key Resolve/Foal Eagle.
The Daegu, South Korea-based 19th Expedi-
tionary Sustainment Command and Army Field
Support Battalion-North East Asia staged the
equipment for a combat task force consisting of
the 2nd Battery, 146th Field Artillery and a pla-
toon from the 11th Army Cavalry Regiment.
The vehicles were drawn from Army Preposi-
tioned Stocks 4 to support the Reception, Staging,
Onward Movement and Integration process.
The vehicles will be shipped to Camp Casey
and the U.S.-based task force will conduct a live
fire exercise with units from the 2nd Infantry Di-
vision.
Held around the same time every year, Key Re-
solve and Foal Eagle are defensive command post
and field exercises designed to keep the ROK-U.S.
Alliance ready for any contingency. x
ercise Key Resolve, an annual Korean Peninsula-
wide command post exercise, occurs at the same
time.
Col. Bob McAleer, chief of Training, Exercises
and Readiness for U.S. Forces Korea and Com-
bined Forces Command, said the threat posed by
North Korea requires ROK-U.S. Alliance forces to
hold exercises like Key Resolve and Foal Eagle.
“We necessarily must have our plans, equip-
ment and training level at a very high state,” said
McAller, who commanded a Stryker battalion in
Iraq. “In Foal Eagle, we exercise the ability of U.S.
forces to come from off the peninsula, primarily
from the United States, to deploy here to Korea
and then integrate with the [Republic of Korea]
and ensure that we are interoperable with the ROK
military.”
McAleer said several combat units from all four
services are deploying for Key Resolve 2011 and
training together with the ROK military until the
exercise wraps up in late April.
“We have to maintain what we call a ‘fight to-
night’ readiness,” said McAleer. “We know that
with the forces we have, especially because we’re
technologically superior, that we would prevail if
they were to attack us.” x
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Area I Worship Schedule Area II Worship Schedule Area III Worship Schedule Area IV Worship Schedule

Worship Services Worship Services Worship Services Worship Services

Collective Liturgical Sunday 8 a.m. Memorial Chapel Collective Protestant Collective Protestant
Sunday 10 a.m. Stone Chapel Traditional Sunday 9:30 a.m. Brian Allgood Hospital Sunday 11 a.m. Freedom Chapel Sunday 10 a.m. Camp Carroll
Sunday 10 a.m. Stanley Chapel Contemporary Sunday 9:30 a.m. South Post Chapel 10:30 a.m. Camp Walker
Sunday 10:30 a.m. K-16 Chapel Gospel 1 p.m. Freedom Chapel
Sunday 10 a.m. West Casey Chapel Church of Christ 5 p.m. Camp Walker
Sunday 11 a.m. Hannam Village Chapel Spanish 3 p.m. Freedom Chapel
Sunday 11 a.m. Warrior Chapel Gospel 12:15 p.m. Camp Walker
Sunday 11 a.m. Crusader Chapel Nondenominational Church of Christ 5 p.m. Freedom Chapel
Sunday 11 a.m. Hovey Chapel Sunday 11 a.m. South Post Chapel Contemporary
Gospel Sunday 12:30 p.m. South Post Chapel ChapelNext 5 p.m. Freedom Chapel Wednesday 7 p.m. Camp Carroll
Gospel Catholic Mass Friday 7 p.m. Camp Walker
Sunday 11 a.m. Memorial Chapel, Mision Pentecostal Hispana Sunday 9 a.m. Freedom Chapel KATUSA
Casey 12:30 p.m. Camp Sunday 2:30 p.m. South Post Chapel M, W, T, F 11:45 a.m. Freedom Chapel Tuesday 7 p.m. Camp Carroll
Stanley Chapel Saturday 10 a.m. & 5 p.m. Freedom Chapel Tuesday 6:30 p.m. Camp Walker
United Pentecostal Sunday 9 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. (youth) Freedom Chapel
COGIC Sunday 1:30 p.m. Memorial Chapel Catholic Services
Sunday 12:30 p.m. CRC Warrior Chapel KATUSA Mass
KATUSA Tuesday 6:30 p.m. Memorial Chapel Tuesday 6 p.m. Freedom Chapel Sunday 9 a.m. Camp Walker
KATUSA 11:45 a.m. Camp Carroll
Sunday 7 p.m. CRC Warrior Chapel Seventh-Day Adventist
Tuesday 6 p.m. Camp Hovey Chapel Saturday 9:30 a.m. Brian Allgood Hospital

Episcopal Sunday 10 a.m. Memorial Chapel

Catholic Services/Mass
Sunday 9 a.m. CRC Warrior Chapel
Sunday 12 p.m. West Casey Chapel
Sunday 9:30 a.m. Camp Hovey Chapel
Latter-day Saints Worship
Sunday 4 p.m. West Casey Chapel
Catholic Services
Catholic Mass Saturday 5 p.m. Memorial Chapel
Sunday 8 a.m. South Post Chapel
Sunday 11:30 a.m. Memorial Chapel
M, W, T, F 11:45 a.m. Memorial Chapel
1st Sat. 9 a.m. Memorial Chapel
Jewish Friday 7 p.m. South Post Chapel
The Command Chaplain’s Office is here to perform, provide, or coordinate total
religious support to the United Nations Command, U.S. Forces Korea and Eighth
U.S. Army Servicemembers, their families and authorized civilians across the full
spectrum of operations from armistice to war.
Visit the U.S. Forces Korea Religious Support site at:
http://www.usfk.mil/usfk/fkch.aspx
for helpful links and information

Korea-wide Army chaplain points of contact

USAG Yongsan Chaplains USAG-Humphreys Chaplains USAG-Red Cloud Chaplains USAG Daegu Chaplains

Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Jeffrey D. Hawkins: Chaplain (Maj.) John Chun: Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Suk Jong Lee: Chaplain (Maj.) Milton Johnson:
jeffrey.d.hawkins@us.army.mil, 738-3009 john.chun@us.army.mil, 754-7274 sukjong.lee@us.army.mil, 732-6169 milton.johnson4@us.army.mil, 764-5455

Chaplain (Maj.) Terry E. Jarvis: Chaplain (Maj.) Anthony Flores: Chaplain (Maj.) Alfred Grondski: Chaplain (Capt.) Mike Jones:
terry.e.jarvis@korea.army.mil, 738-4043 anthony.wenceslao.flores@korea.army.mil, alfred.grondski@us.army.mil, 732-6016 michael.jones124@us.army.mil, 765-8991
754-7042
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Camp Walker CAC hosts tour to Kyong-ju

Story and photos contributed by Mary Grimes

DAEGU GARRISON — The Camp Walker Community Activity Center
provides a variety of tours to Soldiers, and other authorized I.D. cardholders.
A recent trip to Kyong-ju, allowed for a hike through Bulguksa, a primary
temple of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism. The tour was yet another
opportunity for USAG Daegu and Area IV personnel to break away from their
day-to-day routines and see some of historic Korea. Below are some of the
National Treasures that don the landscapes of Bulguksa. Make Kyongju a part
of your Korean experience. Visit CAC today, to find out how.
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ARMY FAMILY COVENANT:

Keeping the Promise

It’s about honoring our commitment to Soldiers and Families.

Visit ArmyOneSource.com to see what the Army Family Covenant can mean for you or someone you know.
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http://imcom.korea.army.mil
Smartphones for all ‘makes sense in long run’
Leaders discuss potential for iPhone or Android devices to be standard issue for all Soldiers
From Army News Service
WASHINGTON — It’s not written
in stone that every Soldier will get an
Android phone or an iPhone -- but
signs are pointing to it.
During a bloggers roundtable Feb.
24, Lt. Gen. Michael Vane, director
of the Army Capabilities Integration
Center, discussed the latest develop-
ments in how the Army is evaluating
smartphone technologies and soft-
ware applications to provide Soldiers
the ability to learn anytime and any-
where.
The general said it was too soon to
say for sure if Soldiers would all one
day carry smartphones to enhance
both training and operations, but he
did say that in the next six to eight
months, the Army would have had
time to look at assessment results from
pilot programs it is currently running
involving smartphone technology.
“Whether or not we recommend
that all Soldiers carry a smartphone
would be sort of out in front of the con-
clusions,” he said. “Though many peo-
ple are already suggesting that that’s a
possibility. Even I have said there’s a
long-term vision here that would say if
we can figure out the smart cost-bene-
ficial way of doing this, this probably
Outreach to
survivors of
Army Soldiers
crucial to fallen
OUTREACH — from Page 2
and Survivor resources is avail-
able on Army OneSource
(www.myarmyonesource.com/
FamilyProgramsandServices/
Sur vivingFamilies/Sur vivor
OutreachServices.aspx), the
SOS Facebook page and garrison
SOS webpages.
There are also links to partner
organizations whose support is
so critical to connecting with
and providing for Survivors.
The loss of a Soldier is not a
topic people want to talk about,
but it is a reality of military life.
We do what we can to prevent
losses.
We train for and plan our
combat operations. We stress
safety in garrison. We have en-
hanced programs to prevent
risky behaviors and suicide. In
the end, though, despite our
best efforts, we cannot prevent
every loss.
That is why Survivor Out-
reach Services is so crucial. To
honor the Fallen Soldier’s ser-
vice and sacrifice for our nation,
we can do one last thing—offer
support for the loved ones the
Soldier left behind. x
does make sense in the long run.”
Vane did say, however,
that successes with
smartphone tech-
nology are more
evident in the
training envi-
ronment than
in the opera-
tional envi-
ronment. He
said in six to
eight months
the Army would
finish cost-ben-
efit assessments
and be able to
provide recom-
mendations to
Army senior lead-
ership.
Challenges with
smartphone tech-
nology are twofold,
Vane said. First, there
are cultural challeng-
es. Decisions makers
-- those who decide
how to spend money in
the Army, are not nearly as savvy with
the technology as those who want to
be able to use it -- those he describes
as “digital natives.”
Experts: Colorful food is healthy
Researchers uncovering
pigment-related benefits
in variety of edible plants
By Capt. Donna Goodson
Brian Allgood Hospital dietician
YONGSAN GARRISON – March
is National Nutrition Month. This
year’s theme is “Eat Right with Color,”
encouraging you to pack more nutri-
tion into your day with colorful foods
on your plate.
Research is uncovering the benefits
of pigment-related phytonutrients
and the colorful fruits and vegetables
that supply them. Phytonutrients are
certain organic components of plants
thought to promote human health.
Different foods add a variety of color,
texture, shape, and flavor to meals and
snacks, as well as different nutrients
and phytonutrients.
These nutrients and phytonutrients
have a different bundle of potential
benefits in a healthful eating plan:
from oxidizing free radicals that may
damage healthy cells, to having anti-
inflammatory qualities, to lowering
LDL cholesterol – the unhealthy kind.
Furthermore, phytonutrients are as-
sociated with the prevention and/or
treatment of at least four of the lead-
ing causes of death in Western coun-
tries - cancer, diabetes, cardiovascu-
lar disease, and hypertension.
Choose vegetables and fruits
from the following list to add color-
ful variety on your plate to provide
a festive and nutritious meal.
GREEN: fruit — avocado,
apples, grapes, honeydew, kiwi,
lime; vegetables — artichoke, as-
“People that
haven’t grown up
with that have
a cultural chal-
lenge with the
use of these tech-
nologies and the
ability to pick one
of these things up
and operate them
very quickly, to
look at a smaller
screen, use a dif-
ferent sort of key-
pad -- all those
sort of kind of
things... there’s a
cultural challenge
that is part of the
issue for the more
senior people,”
Vane said.
There’s also con-
cerns about security,
Vane said. “It’s both a
technology problem and a
discipline problem, or challenge
for us on the network.”
The security issue, he said, is one
thing the Army might work through,
however, because in some cases the
value of perishable data now, out-
weighs the risk posed of handling it
paragus, broccoli, green beans, green
peppers, leafy greens. Green fruits and
vegetables contain lutein and indoles
which have antioxidant potential and
may help promote healthy vision and
reduce cancer risks.
ORANGE and DEEP YELLOW: fruit
— apricot, cantaloupe, grapefruit,
mango, papaya, peach, pineapple;
vegetables — carrots, yellow pepper,
yellow corn, sweet potato. The arot-
enoids, bioflavonoids and the antioxi-
dant vitamin C in these foods promote
a healthy heart, vision, immunity and
reduced the risk for some cancers. The
deeper the orange/yellow color, the
more carotenoids they have.
PURPLE and BLUE: fruit — black-
berries, blueberries, plums, raisins;
vegetables — eggplant, purple cab-
bage, purple-fleshed potato. Anthocy-
anins, which give a blue-purple color
and phenolics, may have antioxidant
and anti-aging benefits and may help
with memory, urinary tract health and
reduced cancer risks.
RED: fruit — cherries, cranberries,
pomegranate, red/pink grape-
fruit, red
grapes,
water-
THE MORNING CALM
over an unsecure network, like cell
phones might provide.
In Afghanistan, the enemy is al-
ready using cell phones successfully,
Vane said. The Army can make the
“risk decision” associated with infor-
mation assurance to decide when is
the right time to use an unsecure net-
work to transfer a particular kind of
information.
“One of the most significant feed-
backs you get from Soldiers in theater
is they look at their Afghan army com-
patriots or the Taliban guy, who has
a cell phone, and then the Army guy
looks at his MBITR or his 117G radio
and we want to deny that capability to
our own Soldiers even through the en-
emy is using them?” Vane asked.
“Can we operate quickly enough
with just that kind of data that is per-
ishable and not classified, and reduce
the risk -- that’s what we’re experi-
menting with in these pilots,” Vane
said. “We think that may be a risk
worth taking for perishable battlefield
data.”
Vane said that the Army isn’t speci-
fying a particular brand of smartphone,
or software -- just “mission command-
essential characteristics” within which
the Army can quickly purchase com-
mercial off the shelf technology. x
melon; vegetables — beets, red onions,
red peppers, red potatoes, rhubarb,
tomatoes. This color group delivers ly-
copene, a powerful carotenoid, as well
as anthocyanins. They may help main-
tain a healthy heart, vision, immunity
and may reduce cancer risks.
WHITE, TAN and BROWN: fruit
— banana, brown pear, dates, white
peaches; vegetables — cauliflower,
mushrooms, onions, parsnips, turnips,
white-fleshed potato, white corn. Alli-
cin in onion (and garlic) and selenium
in mushrooms may promote heart
health and reduce cancer risks.
To learn more about phytonutrients
and the benefits of fruits and vegeta-
bles, stop by the Brian Allgood Army
Community Hospital dining facility on
Tuesday, March 18 and March 25 from
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. We will be playing
games and giving away prizes.
We hope to see you
there. x
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2nd CAB tackles contingency training

By Cpl. Tim Oberle enemy forces and make it safely to a The looks on their face was priceless.” is to evade enemy forces for as long as
2nd CAB Public Affairs pickup point,” Keaton added. “The in- A group of enemy forces played by possible so that you can linkup with a
fantry Soldiers from 2-9 had no clue members of the Tango Security Force rescue team,” Gilbert said. “These skills
CAMP HUMPHREYS — A wild what was going on when we shut down tried to capture the Soldiers once the are necessary because the worst day of
card is a poker term that refers to cards in the middle of nowhere. Our flight aircraft landed. Crew members had to evading enemy forces is much better
designated to be any suit or value the crew had some idea that something rely on training they learned in flight than the best day in captivity. Overall
player wishes. was going on, but the Soldiers from school on how to react to the situation. the Soldiers did really well despite the
Outside the game of poker, a wild 2-9 Infantry had absolutely no idea. “The main idea behind the training surprise nature of the event.” x
card is generally accepted to refer to
anything that is unexpected or has a
low level of predictability. Unfortu-
nately, the equivalent to a wild card
in the gambit of armed conflict is sur-
prise attacks by enemy forces.
In order to combat or mitigate the
effects that a wild card poses, the
Army often conducts contingency
training, where the leadership keeps
the mission secret until the last min-
ute to test Soldiers’ reaction skills, said
Lt. Col. Erik Gilbert, the commander
of the 2nd Assault Battalion, 2nd Avia-
tion Regiment, 2nd Combat Aviation
Brigade.
“Surprise missions are about teach-
ing our leaders and flight crews about
how to deal with contingencies, those
unexpected things that happen, so
that they are prepared if they ever face
a similar scenario in battle,” Gilbert
said. “Soldiers always show the capa-
bility to be resilient, and exercises like
this help to instill confidence in their
ability to assess and deal with unfore-
seen situations. The more they find
themselves involved in surprise sce-
narios, the more it will seem routine.”
Involved in the surprise mission,
executed on a UH-60 Black Hawk,
were Soldiers from the 2nd Battalion,
9th Infantry Regiment and from 2-2.
Of all the Black Hawk crews in the
air assault, one was given special in-
structions to land at Bisung Range
rather than continue to the Multipur-
pose Range Complex near Pocheon
with the rest of the helicopters.
“I opened the letter and it said that
we had experienced a catastrophic
failure and that we were to follow
some points in our Global Positioning
System to the training area, located
at Bisung Range,” said 1st Lt. James
Keaton, a 2-2 pilot who flew the mis- Soldiers from the 2nd Battalion, 9th Infantry Regiment, 1st Heavy Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division, pull guard outside
sion. “Once on the ground we found a UH-60 Black Hawk from the 2nd Assault Battalion, 2nd Aviation Regiment, 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade, during an air assault
out that we had to evade a group of mission. — Courtesy photo

Volunteers help middle school students practice English

By Peter Yu so he could also participate. participate, but many students want to be in the
USAG Humphreys Public Affairs Mildy Briones, an eleventh grade student from program. I am very happy that American volunteers
Osan American High School said, “I love it because work very hard and hope they can come back.”
CAMP HUMPHREYS —Volunteers from U.S. you work directly with the culture and with Koreans.” Classes are held on the first and third Saturday of
Army Garrison Humphreys participated in the Shin Jong Ah, a Cheongdam Middle School teach- each month, To volunteer, 754-7652, or e-mail pom.
Cheongdam Middle School English Village Program er said, “At first, I was doubtful if the students would tong.yu@korea.army.mil. x
on March 5.
The program gives Korean students the chance to
improve their English skills by providing interaction
with native speakers.
Post-level basketball tournament schedule
Chang Da Yeh, an eighth-grader at the school Women’s Tournament Men’s Tournament
March 12 at MP Hill Gym March 12 at the Super Gym
said, “This program is so wonderful because I can
10 a.m. Humphreys vs. Daegu 10 a.m. Daegu vs. Yongsan
learn English, make some foreign friends and learn
11:30 a.m. Yongsan vs. Casey 11:30 a.m. Osan vs. Humphreys
their culture. I only wish that the class could be a
1 p.m.Game one loser vs. Game two loser 1 p.m. Game one winner vs. Casey
little longer. One to two hours is too short.”
2:30 p.m. Game one winner vs. Game two winner 2:30 p.m. Game one loser vs. Game two loser
Though still in middle school, Chang is already
4 p.m. Game two winner vs. Game three winner
preparing herself for college and she said the English
March 13 5:30 p.m. Game four winner vs. Game three loser
Village program is helping with that.
8 a.m. Game three winner vs. Game four loser at March 13 at the Super Gym
First Sgt. Kevin Campbell, senior enlisted Sol-
MP Hill Gym 8 a.m. Game six winner vs. Game five loser
dier in Headquarters and Headquarters Company,
10 a.m. Game four winner vs. Game five winner, 11:30 a.m. Game five winner vs. Game seven
United States Army Garrison Humphreys, had high
Super Gym. If the Game five winner wins this winner. If the Game seven winner wins, the
praise for English Village.
game two teams will play again at 1 p.m. Sunday teams play again at at either 1 p.m. or, if a sec-
“I think it is an excellent program for American
at the Super Gym. ond women’s final game is played, at 2:30 p.m.
Soldiers,” said Campbell, who brought his son along
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News & Notes

Exercise tests emergency workers
Tax Center Closed
The Tax Center on Camp Hum-
phreys will be closed March 14
for a United States Forces Korea
training holiday.
Home School Forum
A Home School Forum is sched-
uled for March 14 from 6:30 to
8:30 p.m. in the Community
Activity Center. Home School
issues and concerns will be ad-
dressed and free childcare will be
provided. For more information,
call Candi Wight at 753-5973.
Women’s History Recognized
A Women’s History Month ob-
servance is scheduled for March
16 at 3:30 p.m. in the Community
Activity Center. For more infor-
mation, call Sgt. 1st Class Alan
Guardado at 753-8079.
By W. Wayne Marlow
USAG Humphreys Public Affairs
CAMP HUMPHREYS — The
wounds were moulage, the smoke
was courtesy a fog machine, and the
screams were acting, not anguish.
But the training was very real for
Soldiers and firefighters in a mass ca-
sualty exercise here March 7.
The scenario had a helicpoter crash-
ing into Building S-2108 and respond-
ers had to act on what they’ve learned
so far. Those involved were from the
121st Combat Support Hospital, the
Humphreys Medical Clinic, and Fire
and Emergency Services.
Major Jeff Rumfield, 150th Medical
Care Detachment commander, said
the 16 victims suffered everything from
cuts and scrapes to death.
“We’ve got several burns, some se-
vere trauma, some pychological pa-
tients that witnessed the event, some
killed in action, and some minor inju-
ries,” he said.
According to Rumfield, rushing
into a dark, smoky building added to
the training.
‘The only thing we’re missing is the
heat and flames,” he said. “But basi-
cally, we get to test the medics and get
them into as real a situation as we can.
We get the benefit of how they react to
trauma, especially in smoke. You have
to be able to locate the injured and get
the patients to a safe zone and loaded
and taken to the hospital.”
The training helps identify what ar-
eas need to be worked on and it may
pay off later.
“If they deploy, it’s not like they
haven’t seen it before,” Rumfield said.
Dathan Black, assistant fire chief
and chief of training for USAG Hum-
phreys Fire and Emergency Services,
said the training goals were met.
“We had never, in Key Reslove, done
a full-scale mass casualty exercise with
the 121st CSH,” he said. “That was the
benefit for us, because in wartime,
they are going to be the ones setting up
a hospital here. We had never done it
before, so there are some bugs to work
out, but it identified what we needed
to know and we met the objective.” x

St. Patrick’s Run

A St. Patrick’s Day five and 10-ki-
lomter run is set for March 19.
Interested persons can sign up at
the Super Gym or call 753-8031.

Children’s Theatre Coming

The Missoula Children’s The-
atre will be here March 26, giv-
ing youth in grades Kindergarten
through 12th a chance to perform
in The Jungle Book. For more in-
formation, call Joon Auci at 753-
8507 or 753-8284.

Cub Scout Banquet

The Humphreys Cub Scout Pack
203 is holding its 2011 Blue &
Gold Banquet on March 26 from
5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in Conference
Room B of the Super Gym.

Course Selection Brief Soldiers from the 121st Combat Support Hospital tend to a notional victim during a mass casualty exercise March 7 on Camp
Parents whose children will be Humphreys. Hospital personnel were joined in the exercise by members of the Humphreys Medical Clinic and Fire and Emergency
freshmen at Osan High School Services. — U.S. Army photo by W. Wayne Marlow
next year are invited to a brief
March 30 at 1:15 p.m. in Build-
ing 657, room 141. Speakers will
explain course offereings and be
on hand to answer questions.
For more information, call Vicki
Leivermann at 753-6313, or e-
mail vicki.leivermann@pac.do-
dea.edu.
OHA Survey
The annual Overseas Hous-
ing Allowance (OHA) survey
will run through March. Service
members will receive a link to the
survey at their official e-mail ad-
dress. Answering these questions
helps establish OHA utility rates.
The survey can be accessed at
http://www.defensetravel.dod.
mil/ss/wsb.dll/s/eg4b.

Pregnancy PT
Pregnancy and post partum
physical training is every Mon-
day, Wednesday, and Friday from
6:30 to 7:30 a.m. in the Super
Gym Television room. On Tues-
days, there is a pregnancy and
post partum education class in
the same place at time.

We Want Your Stories Vitals

We want to publish your stories
and photos in The Morning Calm
Weekly. Call 754-8847 for more
information or e-mail warren.
wayne.marlow@korea.army.mil.
CAMP HUMPHREYS — Andria Guerrero, a Sure Star student at Osan Elementary School, checks the heartbeat of Jethro, a
three-month old mixed breed puppy at the Humphreys Veterinary Clinic on March 4. The visit was part of a tour of Humphreys
that included a stop by a field hospital established for Key Resolve by the 121st Combat Support Hospital. Holding Jethro is
Spc. Christopher Bellew of the 106th Medical Detachment. — U.S. Army photo by W. Wayne Marlow
MARCH 11, 2011 USAG HUMPHREYS
Music highlights African-American observance
Private First Class Ivan Ferguson performs as Michael
Jackson during an African-American History observance
March 4. — U.S. Army photo by 1st Lt. Austin Liu
By 1st Lt. Austin Liu
6-52 Air Defense Artillery
OSAN AIR BASE — It is not every day that
audience members can see rhythm and blues legends
James Brown and Etta James, hip hop star Jay-Z, and
the King of Pop Michael Jackson all performing on
the same stage.
But on March 4, Soldiers of 6th Battalion, 52nd Air
Defense Artillery Regiment made it possible during
their annual African-American History Observance
program at Osan Theater. The Soldiers dressed and
performed as some of the most beloved African-
American musicians in history.
The theme to this year’s observance program was
African-American contribution to American music
and dance. The program featured music and dance
performance from the Colonial period all the way to
the MTV age.
“I chose the musical theme because entertainment
and art have always played an important role in the
shaping of a nation’s identify and its culture,” said
Sgt. Janet Gillins, organizer of this event. “And
without a doubt, African-Americans contributed
significantly in shaping the American pop culture.”
The 24-years old communication system specialist
added, “I also knew that a musical performance will
captivate my audience and ensure they gain new
appreciation for the rich African-American heritage.”
Judging from the crowd reaction, Gillins was
correct.
When the introduction to “Thriller” was played,
and “Michael Jackson” appeared on stage with his
trademark moon walk, the audience went wild.
“We know we will grab our audience’s attention
with some of the most memorable highlights from
Shots and shouts
CAMP HUMPHREYS — Left, Darren Miller of the Bulls goes up for a shot against Osan during the final day of youth
basketball season March 5. About 120 children ages five through 15 competed in the six youth basketball leagues
this year. — U.S. Army photo by Steven Hoover
Above, cheerleaders of the Mavericks ages 7-8 basketball team root on their squad during a game March 5. There
were four cheerleading squads this season, with 60 children participating. — U.S. Army photo by Lori Yerdon
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the music scene of the 80s and 90s,” said Staff
Sgt. Syreena Hughes, who choreographed the
performance. “I admit that we are presenting the
African-American History observance in a non-
traditional format … but it worked.”
The program also featured Soldiers portraying
Etta James performing “At Last,” James Brown and
his feverish dance, The Temptations bewitching the
audience with “My Girl,” and Beyonce performing
“Single Ladies.”
Staff Sgt. Edet Martin, who performed as James
Brown, said, “I really felt like I was James Brown on
stage and I think the crowd felt it too.”
He continued, “I think both the performers and
the audience now have a new appreciation for great
African-Americans such as Brown who explored and
opened doors that led to the freedom and equality
we have today, not just in the area of music but in all
aspect of the American society.”
Sergeant Maj. Eric McCray, operations sergeant
major for the 2nd Battalion, 1st Air Defense Artillery,
and the guest speaker for the event, echoed that
message.
“Great African-American musicians such as Miles
Davis daringly challenged contemporary standard
through his music and changed the American culture
forever,” he said.
At the conclusion of the event, all the performers
went back on stage and bowed to the cheering crowd.
“This was an event planned, organized, and led
by a group of Soldiers in the Iron Horse Battalion
who want to share with the world their rich cultural
heritage,” said Lt. Col. William E. Darne, 6-52
commander. “And their performance this afternoon
is on par with the finest post-level productions I have
seen.” x
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Logistics team participates in WHNS Transfer of equipment

By Mary Grimes
USAG Daegu Public Affairs
DAEGU GARRISON — The U.S.
Army Garrison Daegu Directorate
of Logistics sponsored a War Host
Nation Support (WHNS) transfer of
equipment, March 7 on Camp Walker.
The event was the first of its kind in
more than eight years, and proved to
be well worth the time and preparation
based on feedback from participants.
DOL officials said the purpose of the
event was to train the force –ensuring
Soldiers, DoD civilians, Korean National
employees, and others had a chance to
see the system at work.
“This training is a valuable tool
for DOL to use in case we’re ever
required to have to actually use it,”
said Eugene R. Sergi, chief of supply
and services division, DOL. “In a real
situation, there would be more than
50 vehicles needed to support the
mission. The WHNS Program is used
to augment and support the Garrison
and other units during their wartime
missions. It certainly works, and we
train occasionally to ensure everything
still works. This is especially necessary
with the turnover of personnel, and lack
of continuity in Korea.” Participants in the WHNS vehicle transfer event with USAG Daegu Logistics finalize the necessary paperwork before closing out the
With representatives from G3, G4, process. — U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Jang Bong-seok
DOL, and Korea’s Ministry of Defense
(MND) on site to observe and or the WHNS representative and driven With the vehicle transfer complete, force behind this mission. However,
participate in the logistics-driven event, away from the Camp Walker location. DOL has already begun planning for it took a collective effort to ensure we
a series of preventative maintenance One portion of our mission had been similar events in the future. achieved success.
measures were put into place with the successfully completed,” he said. “As was mentioned earlier, this was “DOL plans to have another WHNS
arrival of a full capacity passenger bus at Immediately following the transfer the first time such an event like this Transfer in the not too distant future.
Camp Walker’s Gate 6 inspection station. of the bus to the WHNS officials, USAG was held in more than eight years, and We’ve all heard it before. We have to
“The vehicle went through a series Daegu DOL began the second portion the first time ever for some of our team be prepared at all times in order to
of checks,” Sergi said. “The inspector of its transfer procedure when a forklift members to actually see and participate successfully carry out our mission. This
took at look at everything from steering was guided to the inspection station, in,” Sergi said. “We can thank USAG transfer event was a good experience for
to oil, engine, and tires. He was very and the same inspection steps were Daegu Director for Logistics Randy B. everyone involved, and we’re looking
thorough and detail-oriented. Given put into place as had been with the Cheniault, because he was the driving forward to doing it again,” he said. x
the safety issues involved, we wouldn’t bus –with one exception.
have expected anything less from the “ U n f o r t u n a t e l y, d u r i n g t h e
inspector. The good thing to report is preventative maintenance checks,
that the bus was in pristine condition.” the forklift was found not fit for duty,”
Close to 20 Soldiers and civilians said Sergi.
were present to observe the transfer, According to Sergi, the inspector
which according to Sergi, went found several discrepancies during
f lawlessly. “Once the vehicle had the inspection of the forklift, such as
successfully undergone the required no working horn, no seatbelts, and no
inspections, the transfer of the bus functioning brake lights. Under these
was the next order of business. As you circumstances the forklift owner and
can imagine, there was an enormous driver took the vehicle outside of Camp
amount of paperwork and signatures Walker to a local mechanic, and worked
involved. Given the extensive nature of off all the negative findings before
our logistics mission, that is expected. returning to the inspection site. Once
Once the inspector was completely the vehicle went through another series
satisfied, the bus was turned over to of tests, it was deemed safe and fit for use.

USAG Daegu Director of Logistics, Randy B. Cheniault looks on as Kim Chong-kon a TMP Eugene Sergi, USAG Daegu Chief of Supply and Services Division, signs a final document
mechanic prepares a vehicle for the road. — U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Jang Bong-seok completing a WHNS transfer of equipment. — U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Jang Bong-seok
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News & Notes
Financial Counseling Services
Financial counseling for soldiers
and family members with emphasis
on managing personal finances and
tracking spending habits. Development
of a personal financial plan, retirement
plan, and college saving plan. Call the
ACS financial readiness program office,
768-8127 or 768-7112.
FMWR Marketing
Can’t find your favorite menu at the
club? Got a party theme your friends
would love? Have a program idea for
teens? Tell us what you would do if
you could reach out and touch FMWR
programs, events and activities and
you could win $100 in FMWR gift
certificates. Suggestions can be e-mailed
to laurel.baek@korea.army.mil
Say it on ICE
Ever wonder if your voice is heard. Say it
on ICE, we’re listening. Fill out an online
comment card today our response is
guaranteed. http://ice.disa mil
Texas Hold’em
Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. at Camp Carroll
Hideaway Club. Weekly prizes for the
top 3 players. $20 per person. Free meal
for players. Points awarded for every 8
weeks of play toward the final game and
a $1,000 prize. Calll 765-8574 for more
information.
Haveyou beenaffected bysexual abuse
Celebrate your strength and express your
emotions by decorating a t-shirt. Draw
a picture on your t-shirt or write a poem
on your t-shirt. Completed t-shirts will
be anonymously displayed for Sexual
Assault Awareness Month. For more
information call 725-3085 or stop by your
local ACS office to pick up your t-shirt.
Camp Carroll Community Town Hall
Camp Carroll Town Hall, Thursday
March 24, 6 p.m., Camp Carroll CAC.
The entire USAG Daegu and Area IV
community is invited. We especially
urge everyone living in the Waegwan/
Chilgok area to be there.
Kids Club
Register your child for our Jr. Membership
Program. Program benefits include
quarterly appreciation nights, $5 gift
coupon for thier birthday and other
great events. Open to kids ages 5-12. For
more information, call the Evergreen
Community Club, 764-4060.
Busan International Market Tour
Saturday, March 26, departing from
the Camp Carroll CAC at 8 a.m. and
the Camp Walker Commissary at 9 a.m.
Transportation fee is $10. Call 765-8325
for more information.
USAG DAEGU
FTX finds 215th Med. Det. Optometry Team in Chinhae
By Capt. Keith Schmidt
215th Med. Det. Optometry
DAEGU GARRISON — “Eyes on
the Peninsula.” That’s the motto for the
215th Medical Detachment-Optometry,
168th Multifunctional Medical Battalion.
The unit really took that motto to its
limit as it travelled more than 360km to
the southern edge of the penninsula in
order to provide optometric care to the
various benficiaries at Commander, Fleet
Activities Chinhae.
This was the first time the Soldiers
from the 215th Medical Detachment-
Optometry have travelled to Chinhae
to provide support to approximately 270
navy personnel, family members, and
DOD civilians stationed there. Normally,
the unit operates two separate teams at
Camp Walker and Camp Humphreys
providing eye care support for Area III and
IV. The Detachment Commander, Capt.
Grace Dewars, is currently stationed at
Camp Walker with one other Soldier
while the remainder of the seven Soldiers
in the unit are at Camp Humphreys.
Each quarter the unit comes together
to train during their quarterly field
training exercise. Due to its small size,
the unit usually joins with another
company from the 168th MMB for this
training, but this quarter Dewars decided
to do something different.
“What seemed like a thought a
few months back, materialized into
reality in this last FTX. This was a bold
undertaking since we hardly travel this
far and we’re limited in personnel and
equipment”, said Dewars.
As luck would have it, bad weather
caused some delays in getting the
scheduled event off the ground. As
a result, participants from the 215th
Medi. Bn. Camp Humphreys had to wait
for improved road conditions before
joining the rest of the team in Chinhae
–spirits undaunted.
Early on the following day, Soldiers
quickly set up their optometry equipment
in the Emergency Care Section at Branch
Medical Clinic Chinhae, and began
seeing patients. It was a busy day as the
Soldiers made up for their later than
Power of prayer: If you are facing a difficulty pray about it
By Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Milton Johnson
USAG Daegu Garrison Chaplain
DAEGU GARRISON — “Men ought
always to pray, and not to faint” Luke 18:1
Luke 18:1 is a favorite Bible verse that
I recite many times to keep me positive
when life seems negative.
In that same chapter, verses 2-6 Jesus
gives the parable of the unjust judge.
He said, there was a certain widow who
lived in a town that had a judge who
didn’t fear God or man. This widow
went to the judge and asked him to
avenge her of her enemies.
Finally, the judge said, I will avenge
this widow of her enemies lest she weary
me with her constant pleading. Jesus
added, shall not God avenge his own
elect, which cry day and night unto him,
though he bear long with them.
This parable reminds me of an
experience I had when my 25-year old
son was 2 years old. He was seriously ill
and had to be hospitalized. The family
was puzzled because no one could
figure out what happened to him.
The night before admitting him to
the hospital he vomited until he was
Sgt. Clarence Ware, Camp Humphreys Optometry NCOIC, screens a Sailor from Chinhae
as part of an eye examination.— U.S. Army photo
expected arrival, but they were able to
see everyone that had originally been
scheduled for an examination.
Working around patient care,
Soldiers were even able to get some
required medical training completed.
Later that evening, during a short
period of free time, the Soldiers of
the 215th Medical Detachment had a
chance to bond with their cohorts from
the BMC over dinner and bowling at
the naval base’s four-lane bowling alley.
On the following morning, Soldiers
were busy again seeing patients. After
the last patient exam was completed
around noon, they began breaking down
equipment and preparing for the journey
back to their assigned duty stations.
“It was a great experience working
with another branch of the military,”
said Pvt. First Class Michael Rausch, an
In any military exercise, it takes a team effort. The helmets say it all.— U.S. Army photo
dehydrated. The next day, following
an examination, the physician put him
in the hospital.
To say the least I was hurt, shocked
and confused. About three hours after
being admitted his condition worsened
and the doctor transferred him to the
Intensive Care Unit.
I concluded that we were losing him.
Our family doctor, a fellow church
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optometry technician from the 215th.
“The patients seemed really happy to
see us, and it was nice to get out of our
clinic and help people that don’t have
easy access to optometry,” he added.
Dewars agreed. “It was a win-win
situation for both organizations. We
were able to deploy our field sets and
accomplish a service for them in 12
hours that would otherwise take them
months.”
As realignment continues on the
penninsula, Navy personnel currently
stationed in Seoul may be moving to
Chinhae in the future, creating a larger
patient base requiring eye examinations.
With that in mind, Dewars looks at
making the trip to Chinhae a regular
event. She said, “We accomplished a
meaningful and purposeful mission, and
I look forward to doing this annually.” x
member and friend, called his wife and
asked her to come to the hospital.
When she arrived he asked if my
family would allow them to pray with
us, I consented. The doctor prayed.
He checked my son and his vital signs
were the same.
The doctor prayed three times,
checking Milton Jr. after each prayer.
Each time there was no change. We
waited. We knew God would not keep
silent. Time passed
Then signs of hope appeared.
Milton’s vital signs changed. Five days
of hospitalization followed. He was
released, and we took him home.
Thank God, he lived.
Like the widow in the parable we
were prayerful, persistent, and patient.
Jesus stated at the beginning of this
parable that men ought always to pray
and not faint.
Question. Are you facing a difficulty?
Or do you know someone who is going
through a dilemma? If so, pray about
it. And remember to be persistent and
patient. That’s the key to being hopeful
when things seem hopeless. x
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Army Substance Abuse Program ready to provide the help you might need
Story and photo by Cpl. Kim Min-jae
USAG Daegu Public Affairs
DAEGU GARRISON — Drug or
alcohol abuse may be impossible to
eradicate, but the Army Substance
Abuse Program professionals at U.S.
Army Garrison Daegu are here to lend a
helping hand to steer clear of the dangers
of abuse.
“There is always dust in the house,
even if we clean it all day,” said Daniel B.
Lord, USAG Daegu Alcohol and Drug
Control Officer. “So, what we need to do
is not only clean it, but remove the source
of the dust. The Army Substance Abuse
Program exists for that purpose.”
Lord explained that in addition to
training and education, the main mission
of the ASAP office is that of rehabilitation.
As a result, an effective reporting system
is crucial.
“Essentially, there are five ways a
Soldier can get help from our program,”
he said. “A Soldier can be self-referred —
that is they can walk right in and request
services. They can be referred by their
commanders. There is also a medical
referral, and there is a law enforcement
referral. That referral is typically a result
of a DUI or other alcohol involved offense.
Soldiers may be identified for services as a
result of a positive urinalysis result.”
Lord elaborated that merely taking
actions as a result of drug or alcohol abuse
is not enough.
“We have to prevent abuse in advance,”
he said. “So, the ASAP office has monthly
educational programs aimed toward all
Garrison members. Currently we have
in place a Drug Testing Program, and a
Prevention Program.
“These programs involve systematic
alcohol and drug testing of our Soldiers
and regularly scheduled educational
programs for Soldiers. In addition, we
have a Rehabilitation Program involving
individual assessment and referral, and
individual and group counseling.”
Lord went on to mention the role
of UPLs, better known as Unit Prevent
Leaders. “UPLS have the primary
mission of assisting the commander
in planning, implementing, and
executing an outstanding unit level
substance abuse program. Their roles are
profoundly significant and of tremendous
importance.”
The abuse of alcohol and drugs has far
reaching consequences. Lord eplained
that it can easily lead to domestic abuse.
“Domestic violence of all kinds --
spouse abuse, abuse of the elderly -- this
type of abuse is not unusual in families
suffering from alcohol and or other
forms of drug abuse. Soldiers or their
spouses can get help through the local
ASAP, Family Advocacy Program, or the
Chaplain’s Office. Right now the Camp
Henry ASAP office consists of an Alcohol
and Drug Control Officer, Prevention
Coordinator, Drug Testing Coordinator,
as well as a permanent clinical counselor.
“Talk to someone,” Lord said. “If you
have a problem with drug and alcohol
use or know of someone who is in trouble
because of their use, visit ASAP as soon
as possible. There are people there who Daniel B. Lord, USAG Daegu Drug and Alcohol Control Officer, goes over pertinent material
want to help you, and they have the right that will be used to promote awareness of the ASAP Program. Lord views a Soldier’s
expertise. Help is available.” x rehabilitation as ASAP’s top priority.

K-9 live demonstration receives a paws up from 36th Sig. Bn. Soldiers
Story and photos by Capt. Jared L. Mosby
36th Signal Battalion
DAEGU GARRISON — Soldiers
from 36th Signal Battalion supported
the Camp Walker K9 Command Unit
during a live demonstration of their K9
capabilities, February 24. During the
demonstration, Soldiers learned how
canines are trained and how they assist
Military Police.
The event began with a live
demonstration of how the dogs locate
drugs with their keen sense of smell.
“I could not believe how fast
the canines work,” said Pfc. Megan
Henderson, 36th Signal Battalion. Next,
the canine handlers demonstrated how
the dogs can intimidate uncooperative
suspects.
With the event in full swing, the
Soldiers witnessed the Battalion
Commander, Lt. Col. Mark Rosenstein,
bravely don the suit and face the
trained canine.
“I would never ask anyone to try
anything that I would not do,” said
Rosenstein. Thanks to the expertise
of the canine handlers, each Soldier
survived their encounter. “This was
a great experience, I have never
seen anything like this first hand,”
said Cpl. Ahn Hyeon-Seo. The event
culminated with an opportunity
for individual Soldiers don a dog
protection suit and allow a canine to Capt. Jared Mosby, 36th Signal Battalion, plays the “suspect” and reacts as K9 “Sgt. 1st Class Jambo” makes an “apprehension”
attack them. other things. At Camp Walker, canines Law enforcers began learning the implementing canine programs. The
“K-9” units are trained for rescue are primarily used for illegal drug value of dogs in the early 1900’s. European military introduced the use of canines
missions, deterring criminal behavior detection. “Our dogs know how to find purebred dog clubs taught members of to the United States and during World
and detecting illegal substances. Police illegal substances and can respond law enforcement how to develop and War II, Korea and Vietnam, canines
dogs often hunt for suspects and locate quickly,” said canine trainer SSG John organize canine capabilities. By the 1930s, performed as sentries, messengers, scouts
explosives, narcotics and mines among Darnell, 36th Sig. Bn. Germany, Belgium and England were and hazardous material detectors. x
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행크 닷지 대령
사설
필요를 충족 시키기 위해 곧 소개 할 것입니다.
[행크 닷지 대령 개방될 것입니다. 우리의 공동체를 위해서
USAG Red Cloud 사령관] CYSS 는 우리 공동체에 훨씬 더 일찍 선보였어야 했던
필수적으로 중요한 임무를 이런 시설들은 4월 11일에
가지고 있습니다. 우리는 개방 할 것입니다.
레드 클라우드 위수 사령부 - 몇 달 이 조직에 우리 가족들의 A r m y C o m m u n i t y
이내로 제한된 환경 속에서 복지, 그리고 임무 수행과 Service는 개보수된 이전
어 려 움 을 겪 는 가 족 들 을 부모로써의 의무 가운데에서 Education Center가 있었던
위 해 사 령 관 중 심 의 To u r 생 길 수 있 는 갈 등 들 을 곳으로 옮겨 갈것입니다.
Normalization을 통해 완화시켜야 하는 쉽지않은 새로운 시설 뿐만 아니라
바 꾸 고 자 했 던 노 력 들 이 업무를 맡겼습니다. 이는 결코 F a m i l y A d v o c a c y
성과를 맺게 될 것입니다. 쉬운 일이 아닙니다. Program 매니저인 Brenda
우리가 가지고있는 다양한 하지만 그들은 이를 잘 McCall은 군 자녀의 달을
방법들을 통해서 지속적으로 수행하고 있습니다. 기념하며 4월 18일부터 21일
가 족 친 화 적 인 공 동 체 가 레드 클라우드에 개보수를 까지 열려지는 육아 워크샵을
될것입니다. 끝내고 개방한 레드 클라우드 성실하게 진행하고 있습니다.
2 0 0 8 년 1 2 월 에 To u r Communit y Activit y FA P 는 또 한 4 월 2 1 일 에
Normalization이 USFK에 C e n t e r 에 Yo u t h C e n t e r 가 학부모들을 위해 열리는 육아 우리가 그들의 가족들을
의해서 공표된 이래로, 850개 처음으로 공개되는 시설이 될 박람회 역시 개최될 것입니다. 위해 많은 일들을 해왔지만,
이상의 미국인 가정들이 우리의 것입니다. 이러한 시설들은 회담은 집단 괴롭힘, 영양결핍, 또한 우리의 병사들을 더 잘
공동체로 들어오고 있습니다. CY S S 로 하 여 금 1 학 년 부 터 5 아이들의 자존감 고취, 육아법, 관리 하기위한 방법을 모색해
그때 이후로 우리는 케이시 학년까지 아이들에게 등교전, 단일 육아, 아동학대 그리고 왔습니다.
학교를 개설했고 내년에는 약 방 과 후 활 동 을 가 능 하 게 아동방치 등에 대해서 토론할 지난 달에 우리는 전, 출입
500명 정도를 수용할 수 있는 해줄것입니다. 것입니다. 절차를 간소화 시키기 위해
케이시 학교 부설 유치원을 이는 4월 2일에 가족적인 3월 15일부터 60 일간 자동화 시스템을 공개했습니다.
개원할 예정입니다. 분 위 기 속 에 열 리 게 될 진행되며 케이시의 Maude 전, 출입을 허가를 받기위해
이 역사적인 성취들은 또한 우리 공동체의 봄 축제에서 홀에있는 모든 개리슨 내 최소 25명의 서비스 제공자들
가 족 들 을 지 원 하 기 위 한 퍼레이드 그리고 게임과 함께 서비스 지점 운영 시간은 거쳐야 했지만 우리는 이를 17
다양한 시설들을 확충할 수 공개 될 것입니다. 우리의 서비스를 고객들에게 명으로 줄었습니다.
있게 하였습니다. 세곳의 또한 4월 8일에 캠프 제공하기 가장 좋은 시간대인 저 는 레 드 클 라 우 드 의
새 로 운 C h i l d , Yo u t h a n d 케이시에서 아침 10시부터 오전 9시 부터 오후 6시 인적자원부 책임자인 Rene
School Services 시설들은 개 방 파 티 와 함 께 아 동 까지로 (점심 시간 포함) Tu c ke r 에 의 해 서 시 작 된 이
점점 확장되어 가는 공동체의 발전센터와 유스센터에 관해 조정될 것입니다. 계획을 매우 만족스럽습니다.