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Sgt. Joe LindsayCombat Correspondent

KORENGAL VALLEY,Afghanistan — Coalition forcesand their Afghan National Armycounterparts stormed into the enemysafe haven of the Korengal Valley inKunar Province, eastern Afghanistan,recently in the largest Coalition mili-tary effort since troops first arrivedhere in support of OperationEnduring Freedom more than fouryears ago.

The offensive, dubbed OperationMountain Lion, began on theevening of April 11 with night heli-copter insertions of Coalition andAfghan forces at various strategicpoints throughout the valley, andwas followed shortly thereafter bytroops pushing up on foot throughthe mouth of the valley.

“We're taking the fight to the ter-rorists in their own backyard," saidU.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. JamesRedmore of Task Force Spartan.“They gave their victims no sanctu-

ary. They’ll receive none from us.”All told, there is an estimated

2,500 coalition and ANA forces in theKorengal and surrounding valleys inwhat military officials are calling themost significant effort yet in bring-ing stability to this war-torn region.

“The enemy has very fewoptions,” said Lt. Col. JamesBierman, commanding officer of 1stBattalion, 3rd Marine Regiment,whose Hawaii-based unit is the main

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Sergeant Michael Chambers, platoon sergeant, 3rd Platoon, Charlie Company, 1stBattalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, from Lexington, S.C., signals to his troops to"double-time" into position in anticipation of an insurgent attack high in themountains of the Korengal Valley during Operation Mountain Lion.

Sgt. Roe F. Seigle1st Marine Division

BANI DA HAR, Iraq — It was pitchdark when four insurgents were capturedin this town of 3,000 nestled along theEuphrates River in Iraq’s Al Anbarprovince.

With the prisoners secured and on theirway to a detention facility; Iraqi soldierscelebrated the achievement with stoic pro-fessionalism.

They’re proud of the fact more insur-gents are off the streets of this small town,and that they captured the bandits withoutthe assistance of the U.S. Marines – whichhas been an uncommon occurrence in thefew years since the end of SaddamHussein’s regime in 2003.

“We are sending a message to the insur-gents,” said “Ahmed,” one of the Iraqi sol-diers involved in the capture of the fourinsurgents. “There is a new sheriff intown.”

In recent months, the soldiers – all from2nd Battalion, 2nd Brigade, 7th Iraqi ArmyDivision – have demonstrated their abilityto operate without the assistance ofCoalition Forces, said Staff Sgt. Mike Wear,intelligence chief assigned to the MilitaryTransition Team here.

Moreover, coalition forces here say theIraqis’ latest successful counterinsurgencyoperation is indicative of their overallprogress in recent months.

They have independently raided insur-gent hideouts, located weapons caches andset up traffic control points to catch insur-gents transporting weapons in the past fewmonths.

“I believe that with the progress they aremaking with us and the (Marines) in theprovince, these soldiers will be ready totake over their battle space in six to eightmonths,” said Lt. Col. Owen Lovejoy, sen-ior advisor for 2/2/7’s military transitionteam.

Most importantly, the soldiers have

Iraqi soldierscapture fourinsurgents

Tribute paid to fallen heroes Sgt. Ryan O'Hare

Camp H. M. Smith

As the morning sun shined abovethe National Memorial Cemetery of thePacific, also known as the Punchbowl,it gradually warmed the ten marble‘Courts of the Missing,’ the memorialdedicated to the 18,094 fallenAmerican war heroes laid to rest whosebodies have never been recovered. Thebrave men and women buried here sac-rificed their lives, many alongside ournation’s allies, in the fight for freedomand a better quality of existence fortheir fellow man. Although every dayat the Punchbowl crater is unique andemotional to the thousands of veteransand visitors who journey here to pay

their respects, this special day paidrespect to two of Americas allies,Australia and New Zealand.

The 91st annual Australia NewZealand Army Corps Day took place onthe steps of the Honolulu MemorialApril 25. The annual ceremony occurson the anniversary of the first militaryconflict, the battle of Gallipoli, foughtby the Australian and New ZealandArmy Corps, which was formed in1915.

“This is one of the most importantdays in Australian history,” said JohnQuinn, Consul General for Australiahere in Hawaii. “It’s a very unique andspecial day for us, and the setting of thePunchbowl is very significant one.”

Punchbowl, which in Hawaiian is

named “Pu’owaina,” meaning ‘hill ofsacrifice,’ is the burial ground of 46,858U.S. service members and their fami-lies.

With the assistance of the U.S.Marine Corps Forces, Pacific, ANZACDay has been celebrated at thePunchbowl annually since 1973. Thisceremony, which was first commemo-rated in 1916, became a national day ofremembrance in Australia during the1920’s, and continues to be celebratedthroughout the world.

“I have a deep appreciation for theMarines who are participating in theceremony today,” said Quinn. “I hopethey are inspired by this special day,

Gunnery Sgt. ClaudiaLaMantia

Public Affairs Chief

During the CommandingGeneral’s Color Ceremonyhere, April 21, a BronzeStar was awarded to MasterSgt. Michael J. Sekeres, regi-

mental mess chief, 3rdMarine Regiment, for hiswork during Operation IraqFreedom.

After working more thantwo decades as a cook Sekeresreceived orders to deploy insupport of OIF and foundhimself working in a billet

usually occupied by a seniorinfantryman.

The 41-year-old reluctantlyrecounted his combat tourwhile sitting on a barstool atthe Staff NoncommissionedOfficers Club.

The Cheeseville, Wis.native deployed in early 2005

and became the staff non-commissioned officer incharge of ground movementfor Multi National SecurityTransition Command, Iraq.

After 23 years as a Marinecook, Sekeres found himselfplanning convoys whichdrove through the most dan-

gerous roads in the world forAmerican armed forces.

Out of a small office,shared with three other coali-tion members, he receivedrequests for convoys and fromthat he would put together

Lance Cpl. Roger L. Nelson

Master Sgt. Michael Sekeres, regimental mess chief, 3rd Marine Regiment here, is flanked by two range ovens, an Iraqi flag presented to him by members he wasdeployed with to Operation Iraqi Freedom and the Bronze Star awarded to him, April 21, for work as ground movement staff noncommissioned officer in charge,Multi National Security Transition Command Iraq.

Cook served Bronze Medal

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Sgt. Ryan O’Hare

John Quinn, the Consul General for Australia here in Hawaii, addressed thecrowd and gave his appreciation for participation in the 2006 Australian, NewZealand Army Corps Day.

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911257-7114832-5300257-8852257-3188257-2380449-7110257-7700 and realize that Australians share

the same core values as theMarine Corps.”

As the ceremony began, theMarForPac Honor Guardmarched up the hallowed stepsand presented the Australian,New Zealand and American col-ors under the watchful eye of“Colombia,” the 30-foot femalestatue, which is perched highabove the memorial and watchesclosely over the heroes laid torest here.

“It is really a memorable expe-

rience,” said Maj. Andrew Lowe,an Australian exchange officerstationed at Camp Smith. “Iknew the Marines were taskedwith supporting the ceremony,but I had no idea of just howimpressive it would actuallylook. To be at the Punchbowl, inthe presence of the fallen fromother nations, really made thisthe perfect location for the cere-mony.”

With the sounds of a bugler inthe foreground, special guests,including the Hawaii State Lt.Governor James ‘Duke’ Aiona,

Honolulu Mayor MufiHanneman, and local militarycommanders, laid 33 wreathes inremembrance of the ANZAC’s,whose sacrifice and valor shapedtheir countries history forever.

“I felt very privileged to be apart of today’s ceremony,” saidHanneman, who was a FulbrightScholar at Victoria University inNew Zealand. “I was very proudto do my part and pay tribute tothose who gave their lives onbehalf of Australia and NewZealand. This is the perfect set-ting and a great opportunity to

reflect on all of our heroes.”As ANZAC Day 2006 drew to a

close, the sounds of an artillerysaluting battery echoed through-out the crater and signified theend of the somber observance.

“I thought in honor of the wardead from Australia and NewZealand, that the ceremony wasexecuted perfectly,” said Lt. Gen.John F. Goodman, commandinggeneral of MarForPac. “But mostimportantly, I thought it was anextraordinary honor to be askedto come out and support anothercountry in their remembrance.”

given a sense of security to local resi-dents, according to “Mohamed,”who enlisted in the Iraqi Army justrecently.

Moreover, residents feel the Iraqisoldiers from “2/2/7” are providingthat security, instead of relying solelyon Coalition Forces for such protec-tion, said Mohamed.

The recent successful counterin-surgency operation by the Iraqi sol-diers, dubbed Operation Bani DaHar, was the fourth fully independ-ent operation Iraqi soldiers have con-ducted since February, according tothe Military Transition Team respon-sible for mentoring the fledglingIraqi Army unit.

The soldiers’ recent accomplish-ments has led Lovejoy to believe theIraqi soldiers here will be capable ofindependent operations in westernAl Anbar province on schedule.

While all of the Iraqi soldiers heresay they are glad they are keeping thepeace here, some have a more per-sonal interest of ensuring insurgentsare kept off the streets, and unable tointimidate residents.

Some, like Ahmed, grew up amidviolence stemmed from Saddam’sdictatorship, he said.

The young Iraqi soldier said helooks forward to any chance he getsto fight insurgents like those who ter-rorized his family when he wasgrowing up.

Before coalition forces oustedSaddam Hussein from power, theftand vandalism was commonplace,said Ahmed. Growing up, gun fightswere a regular occurrence in hisneighborhood, and would oftenkeep him awake at night, he said.

“There are a lot of children thatwill not have to grow up in fear ofinsurgents and criminals who haveno respect for others and humanrights,” said Ahmed, through aninterpreter. “When the Marines leave

here we are going to be the onesresponsible for protecting the inno-cent people.”

At the Iraqi soldiers’ camp here,Ahmed said he will never forget theday Hussein was captured by coali-tion forces.

“I will take pride in assuring nochild ever has to go through what Idid when I was a kid,” said Ahmed.

But now, Iraqi Security Forces arebeginning to take the lead in opera-tions such as the one Ahmed andother soldiers from 2/2/7 conductedto find and detain insurgents hidingamong the local populace, accordingto Lovejoy.

During the raid, the Iraqi soldiersdemonstrated not only their abilityto conduct a successful counterinsur-gency mission, but also to plan andsupport such an operation.

Prior to the raid, Iraqi soldiersestablished a central command andcontrol structure – an essential pieceof the puzzle to effect military opera-tions here, according to Wear, 28.

In less than 30 minutes, the sol-

diers established a combat opera-tions center, complete with commu-nications equipment, supplies andmaps. Moreover, they completed thetask in near-total darkness, usingminimal light to prevent attractingenemy attention, said Wear.

The feat impressed Wear, whoadded that such a task would be dif-ficult even for a well-seasoned U.S.Marine unit due to the limited visi-bility at night.

The soldiers also planned for anyemergency situations which mayhave arisen, said Wear. They formeda quick reaction force – a team of sol-diers designated to respond to emer-gencies, such as medical evacuationsand providing extra firepower in theevent of an enemy attack.

Just six months ago, the Marineswere in the driver’s seat of such oper-ations, while Iraqi soldiers simply“shadowed” them to learn tacticsand procedures for conducting secu-rity operations in Al Anbar province,said Wear, a native of Port St. Joe, Fla.

Now, they are doing it them-

selves, said Wear. “A few months ago, the Marines

were running the operations and wewere there just to watch and learn,”said “Hasim,” another 2/2/7 soldier.“Now, we are running the show andthe Marines are just observing ourprogress.”

The soldiers’ steady progress haslaid the ground work for futuremulti-company-level Iraqi Armyoperations in the region, accordingto the Marines.

“We have learned not just how toconduct operations, but how to con-duct them with limited resources,such as sunlight,” boasted Hasim.

Since the Transition Team arrivedin Iraq three months ago, the Iraqisoldiers have also demonstrated animprovement in their ability to col-lect their own intelligence, a key fac-tor to counterinsurgency operations,according to 1st. Lt. Jesse Cope, theTransition Team’s logistics officer.

“One key success the soldiers hadthis mission is they developed theintelligence and it led to the captureof a highly sought-after insurgent,”said Cope.

Another factor contributing tothe Iraqi soldiers’ steady progress isthe experience they’ve gained whileworking hand-in-hand with theHawaii-based 3rd Battalion, 3rdMarine Regiment – the U.S. militaryunit assigned to provide security hereuntil Iraqi Security Forces are ready totake over operations later this year.

The Marine battalion arrived heremore than a month ago, and hasworked side-by-side with their Iraqicounterparts nearly daily to quellinsurgent activity in the region.

“All the rifle companies continueto give capabilities to the Iraqi sol-diers when they train with themdaily,” said Lovejoy, a 23-year MarineCorps veteran and Brookville, Fla.,native. “The rifle companies are ulti-mately building them for success.”

the plan. He determinedwhat was needed for thenumber of vehicles in eachconvoy and the types ofweapons, amount ofammunition, intelligencereports and security. Thenhe would brief all person-nel in every convoy.

“That’s it in a nutshell,”he said in a humblemoment.

His award citationexpounds a bit more bystating that he worked inmore than 1,200 convoys,all without suffering anycasualties.

“I was given all theauthority I needed,” addedthe 41 year old. “A typicalday consisted of getting towork at 0530, check theintel., brief the convoysand then plan for futureconvoys.”

When he arrived incountry there was a quickturn over with two soldiers

and then it was a solo mis-sion.

“It was exactly how Iwanted it to be,” saidSekeres.

“I didn’t just want to beover there on the sidelines,I wanted to be part of whatwas going on.”

During his tour he alsoaccompanied countlessconvoys through parts ofAl Anbar province,Baghdad area and theIranian border. There werea couple of close calls.

“Once, a small red carwas coming straight at ourconvoy, a 50 calibermachinegun fired and all Isaw was flames comingout and the car coming toa stop,” he said.

A few months later acloser incident shookthings up.

“Our vehicle got hit 12September, midwaybetween Camp Fallujahand Taqqadum. We were

in an armored humveethen all of a suddenBOOM. Its surreal and thesound was incrediblyloud.It was so quick, thedriver punched rightthrough it,” he added.

The improvised explo-sive device went off rightin front of their vehicleand the driver pusheddown on the acceleratorand sped through the blastand smoke, according toSekeres.

“Our gunner got hitwith shrapnel but didn’tsay anything for a while.When we got back he wastreated and went back towork,” said the KewaskumHigh School graduate.

Working with theArmy, Air Force gave him adifferent perspective forwhat everyone brings tothe mission and workingwith Iraqis gave him a bet-ter understanding of theoverall situation.

“Our bus contractor,Ahmed, worked the antiair guns with the IraqiArmy during Desert Stormbut now works close withus,” he said.

Sekeres spent his timeas a recruiter during theGulf War.

“We became goodfriends, he took a lot ofrisks with us and was veryconcerned about theTaliban,” said Sekeres. “Itwas hard leaving becauseyou make such closebonds and close profes-sional relationships.”

Before leaving he wrotethe J-3 ground movementstanding operational pro-cedures for the unit.

He had a few months ofreadjusting following hisreturn to the United Statesbut would not change athing.

“It was the most exhila-rating, exciting, scary andsatisfying tour,” he said. “I

was so proud of theMarines over there, theyoung Marines reallystood out,” said the fatherof three.

Marines who servedwith him returned the sen-timent, according to SgtChristina M. Roberson,who recently returnedfrom OIF.

“He was verythourough during his con-voy briefs and was alwaysenthusiastic,” said theKingsport Tenn. native.

One of his peers echoedin with “It didn’t surpriseme that he was able to goout there and do what hedid knowing the type ofindividual he is,” saidMaster Sgt. Raymond A.Wolcik Sr., Anderson Hallmess manager andGeneseo, N.Y. native.

“He’s intelligent, com-petent, reliable andresourceful so, it didn’tsurprise me.”

Courtesy Photo

Hands of an insurgent are cuffed after being captured by Iraqi soldierswith 2nd Battalion, 2nd Brigade, 7th Iraqi Army Division.

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TRIBUTE, from A-1

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Photos and Story by Cpl. Michelle M. Dickson

Combat Correspondent

Family outings are usually held away fromhome or places of employment but for a fewcivilian friends and families April 21 the out-ing became Marine-Corps style fun day.

Marines and Sailors from Combat AssaultCompany, 3rd Marine Regiment, here, gavetheir wives and family members that chanceduring the unit’s ‘Jane Wayne’ day.

A total of 25 family members showed up forthe event and were given the opportunity tohandle weapons, get in a pool and practice sur-vival skills, ride in Amphibious AssaultVehicles and to conquer the LeadershipReaction Course.

“It took approximately a month and a halfto coordinate and organize the event,” saidGunnery Sgt. Christopher Brown, operationschief. “This is the first time that the companyhas done this since I’ve been here. I’ve donesimilar events other places but this was a goodchance to get the wives and family membersfamiliar with what Marines do every day.”

The day began with a static display of all thegear and equipment of CAC, followed by thegroup being taken to the Indoor SimulatedMarksmanship Trainer to practice small armsshooting and to also try out a computer tacti-cal game.

“I was really looking forward to the shoot-ing portion of the day when I heard about it,”said Zeyana Rivera. “I really liked it but I wishwe had the opportunity to spend more timethere.”

This was the first time Rivera attended aJane Wayne and said she likes how the dayafforded her the opportunity to become more

familiar with what her husband does for a liv-ing.

“I’ve always wanted to see what he does ona daily basis,” said the Tanzania, Africa, native.“Everything was great and it was a really excit-ing opportunity for me. I’m happy to be a partof it.”

After leaving the ISMT, the family memberswere taken inside AAVs and got to experienceriding in one as they traveled to the obstaclecourse where Marines were waiting to demon-strate how the course is completed.

“The AAV ride was really scary,” laughedRivera. “It was fun but I had to hold on tightwhen it was moving.”

“I thought the ride was the best thing so farfor the day,” added Jamie Drury. “I can go toan obstacle course any time, but that was real-ly a different experience.”

Drury had attended other ‘Jane Wayne’ daysat Camp Lejeune, N.C., but this was the firstone aboard K-Bay.

“It’s going really good so far,” said theGirard, Ill., native. “It gives me more respectfor what all the Marines do on a daily basis. Iwould have like to be able to go to the actualrange like we did at Lejeune, but I would defi-nately do this again. Just getting the opportu-nity to meet so many other people, and under-standing what the Marines do, it’s a reallygreat experience.”

After watching a demonstration about theLeadership Reaction Course, it was time for thecamouflaged visitors to give it a shot and puttheir minds and strength to the test.

“I think the Leadership Reaction Course willbe the most challenging for all of thembecause it’s not just physical, it’s mental too,”said Brown. “Everything seems to be movingsmoothly though, although it would havebeen better if we had been able to start earlier.”

The day closed out with the family mem-bers participating in a modified swim qualifi-cation, and then a barbecue.

“I think everyone had a good time through-out the day,” said the Columbia, S.C., native.“Looking around, there were a lot of smiles oneveryone’s faces.”

A Taste of theMarine Corps

Jane Wayne Day attendees exit the amphibious assault vehicles here, April 21. Wives, family members and friends were invited to spend a day participating in events typical to Marines and Sailors of CombatAssault Company, 3rd Marine Regiment here.

Jane Wayne Day attendees attempt to successfully complete the Leadership Reaction Course, here, April21. The attendees broke off into groups of five to take on each obstacle.

Sergeant Anthoney Prince teaches Esther Oneal how to use the computer marksmanship program.

Marines from Combat Assault Company, 3rd Marine Regiment, help one of the Jane Wayne attendeesacross a board during the Leadership Reaction Course, April 21.

Wives, familymembers trainfor a day

Cpl. Michelle M. DicksonCombat Correspondent

In an already duty-filledlifestyle, today’s all-volun-teer military has many mem-bers that frequently give uptheir free time to help others.

Members from every unithere were recognized at theKahuna’s CommunityBallroom, April 27, duringthe “Volunteers are ShiningStars” event.

The theme for the 2006National Volunteer Week is,“Inspire by Example,”because it reflects the powervolunteers have to inspirethe people they help, as wellas inspire others to serve.

The morning ceremonybegan with a breakfast buffetand music by the MarineForces Pacific Band, followedby the invocation, openingremarks, the Salute toVolunteers video, and the

guest speaker, Col. MichaelC. O’Neal, deputy base com-mander, who then presentedthe certificates with the assis-tance of Sheri Hummer, wifeof the base commander.

“Volunteerism is essentialand it puts a positive imageof the generosity of theAmerican people,” saidO’Neal. “Volunteers reallyare shining stars when youthink about the effect thatthey have. Their generosity

travels so far and affects somany people; sometimes insmall ways, and other timesin much larger ways.”

“On behalf of the general,and from my heart, I wouldlike to give a heart feltthanks for all that you doeach day for our Marines andSailors. This is your day, thisis your week nationally, andyou are all truly making adifference.”

Each unit was recognizedfor their hard work and dedi-cation at the event, and thena person and one unit werechosen as the best for eachcategory.

Chosen as the Volunteerof the Year, was Beth Coolingwith 3rd Marine Regiment.Chosen as the VolunteerUnit of the Year, was the KeyVolunteer Club, 2ndBattalion, 3rd MarineRegiment. Accepting theaward for the unit was Faith

M. Cowart, battalion key vol-unteer coordinator.

“We had 36 volunteersinvolved this year and wereable to send more than 6,000emails out to help familieswith deployed family mem-bers,” said the Dunedin, Fla.,native. “We had volunteersall over the U.S. and mademore than 3,000 phone calls.We were a great team, nomatter where some of uswere located.”

Corporal JackPuffenbarger, customer serv-ice, supply company,Combat Service SupportGroup 3, attended the eventwith fellow Marines alsobeing recognized.

“I started volunteering alot when I got into theMarine Corps,” said theMount Crawford, Va., native.“I like when we go to theschools to help them paintsidewalks and stuff, or when

we help out with otherevents at schools because it’sfun working and interactingwith the kids.”

The 21-year-old didn’t geta lot of time to volunteerwhen he first arrived inHawaii because of a deploy-ment to Iraq, but now isexpecting to take part innumerous opportunities.

“I just got back to theisland April 12, but amalready looking forward tohelping out with future proj-ects with Boy Scouts andother schools,” saidPuffenbarger. “It’s an amaz-ing feeling to me that just afew hours a day can makesuch a huge difference insomeone’s life.”

National Volunteer Weekbegan in 1974 whenPresident Richard Nixonsigned an executive orderestablishing the week as anannual celebration.

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Photos by Cpl. Michelle M. Dickson

Beth Cooling, Volunteer of the Year, stands with Bill Lindsey, assistant chief of staff, Marine Corps Community Servies, Sheri Hummer, key volunteer advisor, and Col. Michael O'Neal, deputy commander, here,after receiving her award. The event was held at the Kahuna's Community Ballroom, April 27.

Giving back to MCBH volunteers

Marines, Sailors and other volunteers, watch the 'Salute to Volunteers' video, at the Volunteers areShining Stars event at the Kahuna's Community Ballroom, April 27. The event took place in honor ofNational Volunteer Week.

To my wife I love youand think about youevery day. I can’t waitto be next to youagain. To my five sis-ters – Karina, Yavira,Nata, Cynthia andSonia and to mymother and father – Ican’t wait to see youall. I never thought Iwould come closer togetting killed inAfghanistan than onmy tour to Iraq, but I did. It was dangerous in Iraq but I never thought Iwould die there. In Afghanistan, there were a lot of times when I thought Iwas going to die. It felt like being in Vietnam here sometimes – like guerillawarfare. When I look back on this tour I think I’ll just be happy I made itout alive. It is tough being a grunt in Afghanistan. I am safe now and I willbe home soon. I love you all.

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Lance Cpl. Daniel Finer, radiooperator, 1/3, Boise, Idaho.

Lance Cpl. Edgar Murillo, rifleman, 1/3, San Diego.

“Just want to throwout a shout out to

my sweetheart andlovely, beautiful and

amazing fiancée –Shannon. I love you

honey and I’ll behome soon. To Dad

and Mom, I love youboth. Jon, my littlebro, fight the good

fight in Iraq. Can’twait to smoke that

stogey with youwhen we both get

back from combat.Semper Fi buddy.”

To Mom and Dad I miss you and think about you both a lot. To my brother Benin the Navy, to my brother Cory, who is 11 years old and to my sister Julie who is8 years going on 9, I can’t wait to see you all. Julie I will be home for your birth-day. I love you all very much.

Lance Cpl. Andy Olson, squad automatic weapon gunner, 1/3 Portland, Ore.

Compiled by Sgt. Joe LindsayCombat Correspondent

effort for the operation. “Thefirst option he has is to run. Ifhe runs, he leaves the safetyand sanctuary of the villageswhere he’s mixed with thelocal population, and he nowbecomes detectable by air sup-port. The next option he hasis he can attempt to blend inwith the local populace, takehis weapons and cache them.The last option he has is hecan fight. If he does that, he’sgoing to have a world of hurtput on him.”

“Every single companyfrom 1/3 has been in firefightsand been shot at out here,”said Marine 1st Lt. KevinFrost, platoon commander for3rd Platoon, CharlieCompany, 1/3. “It is a creditto our abilities as Marines andCoalition forces that they’veshot at us but haven’t comeclose to winning any engage-ments. Every day there’s a fire-fight going on somewhere,”added the Zeeland, Mich.,native.

“We get into skirmisheswith the remaining insurgentsall the time, but the ones thatare left are just stubborn,” saidMarine Sgt. MichaelChambers, platoon sergeant,3rd Platoon, CharlieCompany, 1/3. “They pop offa couple rounds at us andthen run back along the ridge-line, trying to get away. It’slike they want to do some-thing, but we are just theresaying, ‘You can’t.’ This oper-ation was flawlessly executedat every level.”

“There’s nothing they cando,” continued theLexington, S.C., native. “Theinsurgents are psychological-ly, physically and mentallybroken. All they can make arefleeting gestures of resistanceby popping off a few roundsor an RPG now and then. Theworst fighting is behind us.”

“There have been dozens offirefights so far, but theenemy is finding out thatthey pretty much can’t doanything effective against us,”said Marine Staff Sgt. JasonButler, an operations chiefwith 1/3 and native of SaltLake City. “We have inflicteda lot of pain and discontenton the enemy with minimaladverse affect on us. The rolethe ANA has played has beena big reason for the success ofthis operation, along with theoutstanding support of theU.S. Army from the 10thMountain Division, who cor-doned off the other valleys,and of course all of the phe-nomenal air support from theU.S. Air Force. The success ofthis operation to date hasbeen a joint effort all theway.”

“The ANA played a vitalrole in this whole operation,”said Gunnery Sgt. DonaldVollmer, an operations watchchief with 1/3. “We are nothere to run the ANA, we arehere to support them. Thekinetic portion of this opera-tion might be winding down,but we are here to help theANA indefinitely as long astheir government requests oursupport,” added the Albany,Ore., native.

Some of that supportincluded conducting aMedical Civic AssistanceProgram as part of theCoalition’s continuinghumanitarian mission inAfghanistan.

“Our Navy corpsmen havetreated over 3,000 Afghanlocals in the Korengal Valleysince the start of OperationMountain Lion,” said Marine1st Sgt. John Armstead, com-pany first sergeant,Headquarters and ServiceCompany, 1/3. “Some ofthese people have never beento a doctor before in theirlives. We are here to helpmake their lives better and toprovide whatever support andassistance we can,” added theCanton, Ohio, native.

According to Marine Maj.Michael Miller, executive offi-cer for 1/3, OperationMountain Lion has the poten-tial to be the catalyst thatchanges the makeup of theentire region.

“Essentially we have takenaway the enemy’s sanctuaryand separated him from thepopulace itself, which hasincreased the populace’s sta-bility and also their welfare,so they have a leg to stand onwithout fear of reprisals andvengeance from the insur-gents,” said Miller, a native ofBoalsburg, Pa. “We are herefor the long haul, and haveestablished a forward opera-tion base in the heart of theKorengal. By establishing thisFOB, we are providing thesepeople the opportunity tostand on their own two feetand build their communitiesthe way they want to, withoutany interference or intimida-tion by insurgent forces.”

“All the beneficial factorsand the accomplishments ofOperation Mountain Lion willcontinue to resonate through-out the Korengal Valley for along time to come,” contin-ued Miller. “This was ANAand coalition teamwork at itsbest. We were together shoul-der to shoulder on this opera-tion, and it really establishes afoundation of support fromthe local populace when theysee we are supporting the

ANA.”“Operation Mountain Lion

has put us five to ten years

ahead of where we werebefore the operation started,”added Master Gunnery Sgt.

Carlos Craig, operations chief,1/3, and a native of Buffalo,N.Y. “We are stabilizing the

area and helping the goodpeople of Afghanistan whowant to live in peace.”

A-6 • MAY 5, 2006 HAWAII MARINE

Sgt. Joe Lindsay

Sgt. Brent Wright, platoon guide, 3rd Platoon, Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, from Littleton, Colo., leads his Marineson a patrol high in the mountain of the Korengal Valley during Operation Mountain Lion.

1/3, from A-1

LL I F E S T Y L E SI F E S T Y L E SHawaii

MM A R I N EA R I N E

HAWAII MARINE B SECTION MAY 5, 2006

Corinne KnutsonLifestyles Editor

There are few things lessthrilling than gripping theside of a wind swept cliff.Just ask a local rock climber.These adrenaline junkiescan often be seen scalingthe towering basalt cliffs atMakapuu, with the sapphireblue ocean hundreds of feetbelow, the trade wind howl-ing in their ears and hugesmiles on their faces.

This was the scene on arecent Saturday morning asthree military service mem-bers willingly signed up toconquer the overhangingcliffs.

The group was lead byMike “Bugman”Richardson, owner of ClimbAloha, one of Hawaii’s onlyclimbing gear shops andclimbing guide operations.Richardson opened his shopin 1999 and has

taughtclimbing since 2001.

Along with his climbingventures Richardson is afull-time entomologist withthe U.S. Fish and WildlifeService, hence the nick-name “Bugman.”

In local climbing circlesthe name “Bugman” isoften heard, most likelybecause along with guidingRichardson and friendshave bolted most of theclimbing routes around theisland.

He and a friend outfittedthe Makapuu cliff for climb-ing in 2003. The pair boltedsix different routes up thejagged rock wall in onenight. “It was kind of amarathon session,”Richardson said.

It took him nine hours tosecure stainless steel boltsevery 6 to 12-feet up the 40-foot rock face. The rock isdrilled and bolts are securedby using a special epoxy.

Vested in the safety of hisfellow climbers, Richardsonmade sure all of his clientshad helmets, climbingshoes, harnesses and littleweight jackets to keepwarm.

To start he taught thegroup some technicalaspects of climbing. Safetyknots, such as the figure-eight, figure-nine and waterknot were explained, alongwith different types of cara-biners, a metal clip thatlocks in place and can holdup to 22,225 pounds offorce.

Instead of starting hisclients off scaling the rock

face, Richardson made sureeveryone was comfortablewith the new gear, byrepelling down the backsideof a nearby cliff.

Doug Vaughn, PettyOfficer 2nd Class, explainedthat his fear of heightsprompted him to take theclimbing class. He said, “Myfirst repel was kind of awk-ward, but the second time Iput a lot more trust in myrope and harness.”

During each repel impor-tant tips such as, keep yourright or break hand at hiplevel to control speed, andbend down in a squat posi-tion to distribute weightevenly, were given byRichardson.

Richardson explainedthat his classes teach begin-ner climbers how to avoidmany common mistakessuch as, forgetting to tie aknot at

the end of your ropeand repelling off, usingin-correct knots and

using friction-causing nylonwebbing tied to nylon web-bing.

Richardson has devel-oped his climbing tech-niques for the past 11 years.A Miami, Fla. native, hetraveled to New Mexico fora climb in 1989 and hasn’tbeen able to get the climb-ing bug out of his systemsince.

This place is probably thebest for beginners,” he saidof Makapuu. “While thereare only a few sites for rockclimbing in Hawaii, the sitesthat we do have are techni-cally and mentally challeng-ing.”

Mental challengesinclude, trusting your fingerholds on the rock and mov-ing fast enough to avoidfatigue. Technical chal-lenges at Makapuu includesharp rock and howlingwinds usually between 15 to35 knots.

However, Richardsonexplains the routes inHawaii are ideal for begin-ners because the routes atMakapuu and Mokuleia, aclimbing site on the NorthShore, can be accessed fromthe top. This technique,known as top roping, allowsclimbers to secure them-selves to the person on theground or the belay.

Clients tie a figure-eightaround a loop in their har-ness. The other end issecured to the ground per-son and run through a belaydevice, which takes the ten-sion from the rope as theclimber ascends the cliff.

By keeping all the slackout of the rope the climberwill only fall a few inchesversus the several feet thatclimbers could fall if theyare lead climbing.

In lead climbing, theclimber has a variety of cara-biners clipped to their har-ness. As the climber ascendsthey clip to each bolt on theroute. Therefore, a missedhold results in the climberfalling to the previous clip.

Climber JeanineMcIntosh, 26, a U.S. CoastGuard pilot said she hopesto get into climbing on amore regular basis. Sheexplained that her husband,a former climb instructor inYosemite, encouraged her tosign up for today’s class.

McIntosh said, “Hawaiidoesn’t seem to have a lot ofclimbing rock, so I was pret-

ty surprisedit was outhere.”

B o t hMcIntoshand StaciKronberg,25, a U.S.N a v yp i l o tw i t hP a t r o l

S q u a d r o nNine, were amazed at thedramatic cliffs and theturquoise waters below. “Ididn’t think we would be soclose to the water, but that isdefinitely a plus, Kronbergsaid.

An experienced indoorclimber this was Kronbergfirst outdoor climb. Shesaid, “Indoor climbing isgood for technique, but hereyou can use anything in therock to climb, not just themarked and numberedholds.”

Marked holds allowindoor climbing gyms torate the difficulty of theirclimbs.

Both indoor and outdoorclimbs are rated by a systemknown as the YosemiteDecimal System. In this sys-tem there are five subdivi-sions.

The fifth division, whichdesignates rock climbingwith ropes and technicalgear, is divided into decimalpoint ratings and lettersdepending on the hardest or“crux” moves for the climb.

In the climbing worldtechnical jargon abounds,but even if you don’t knowwhat red pointing a 5.12ameans, attempting to climbthe sheer cliffs at Makapuuseemed to challenge andexcite Vaughn, McIntoshand Kronberg.

Vaughn said, “It’s defi-nitely worth coming out totry it and it was muchcheaper than I had expect-ed.”

For more information,contact Climb Aloha at 387-7825 or e-mailbugman@climbaloha.com.Military discounts are avail-able.

Real rock stars

Climber Jeanine McIntosh, 26, a U.S. Coast Guard pilot , smiled as she negotiated a rock crevasse at Makapuu Cliffs.The majority of Oahu’s rock formations are sharp lava, Makapuu is one of the few basalt rock cliffs on the island.

Corinne Knutson

Mike “Bugman” Richardson sets up a climbing rope for his clients using a system known as top roping. Toproping allows climbers to always be secured to a person on the ground known as the belay.

Corinne Knutson

StaciKronberg,25, a U.S.Navy pilotwith PatrolSquadronNine,paused dur-ing a diffi-cult part ofher accentat theMakapuuCliffs, tohear advicefrominstructorMikeRichardson,picturedbelow. Corinne Knutson

Mike Richardson

Petty Officer 2nd Class Doug Vaughn, grins as he communicates to his belay person that he’s ready to repeldown after completing his climb.

Several rock carvings along with WWIIpillboxes are visible on the cliffs atMakapuu. James Jones, author of the famous Armynovel From Here To Eternity, was sta-tioned on these cliffs with his company inNovember 1941.

Corinne Knutson

B-2 • MAY 5, 2006 HAWAII MARINE

Prices: For Friday and Saturday shows at 7:15, prices are $3 for adults, 12 and older; $1.50 for children 6to 11. Matinee prices are $2 for adults, $1 for children. Parents must purchase tickets for R-rated movies in per-son at the box office for children 16-years-old and younger. Prices for Sunday, Wednesday shows at 6:30 andFriday and Saturday shows at 9:45 are $2 for adults and $1.50 for children. Show your ID card when purchas-ing tickets. Entry is free for children 5 and younger.

Sneak Preview Policy: One hour and 45 minutes prior to the movie, tickets will be issued to first prioritypatrons waiting in line, then second and third priority patrons.

In an effort to prevent piracy, the following security measures will be enforced on base for sneak preview screen-ings: bag checks, confiscation of cameras or cell phones with picture taking capability (items will be returned afterscreening), magnetometer wanding, audience scanning with night vision goggles during screening.

The Base Theater and film companies thank you in advance for your cooperation and hope you will enjoy theshow. For recorded information, call the Base Theater at 254-7642.

MMOVIEOVIE TTIMEIMEThe Shaggy Dog (PG)Failure to Launch (PG-13)Aquamarine (PG)16 Blocks (PG-13)The Shaggy Dog (PG)Failure to Launch (PG-13)16 Blocks (PG-13)Inside Man (R)V for Vendetta (R)

Today at 7:15 p.m.Today at 9:45 p.m.Saturday at 7:15 p.m.Saturday at 9:45 p.m.Sunday at 2:00 p.m.Sunday at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.Friday at 7:15 p.m.Friday at 9:45 p.m.

Kahuna’s Sports Bar &Grill

254-7660/7661

Starting today, Kahuna’s RecCenter will serve fresh bagel sand-wiches with sausage, ham and eggfrom 6:30 to 10:30 a.m. daily.

Celebrate Cinco de Mayotonight, with Dita Holifield starting at6 p.m. Mexican pupus and drinks willbe served.

Kenny Hill’s All-Star ComedyJam brings top comedians Redbone,Curtis Arsenal and Tyler to Hawaii.Doors open at 8 p.m. on Saturday,show begins at 9 p.m. Tickets are $20.

Hot Country Nights everyWednesday evening starting at 8 p.m.This week, tip your hats to CharlieGarrett.

Staff NCO Club254-5481

In honor of Cinco de Mayotonight, Mexican beverages andpupus will be served, along withmusic from 4:30 to 10 p.m. Thisevent is open to club members andsponsored guests.

Pub Night at the Pub with NoName from 6 to 9 p.m. everyWednesday through Saturday. Dropby for some tasty, fast and inexpen-sive treats.

Mother’s Day Brunch is nextSunday from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Besure to make prior reservations.

The Officers’ Club254-7650

Cinco de Mayo tonight from 5 to10 p.m. Enjoy Mexican pupus and DJmusic. Open to members and spon-sored guests.

Once a month Seafood Buffet.Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. Menuitems include snow crab legs, carvedblack Angus prime rib, peel ‘n’ eatshrimp, ahi poke, and much more.

Mother’s Day Brunch, nextSunday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Treatyour mom to a selection of cold andhot menus specially designed toplease her palate. Call now for earlyreservations.

All Hands

SAT Exam is open to all activeduty members on Wednesday. Will beheld from 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. atBldg. 220. Call 257-2158.

USMAP ApprenticeshipOrientation will be held in Bldg 221on Thursday from noon to 1 p.m.Earn your journeyman’s licensethrough your MOS and everydaywork. Call 257-2158.

MCBH Job Fair is a free eventopen to all DoD personnel and familymembers seeking employment andother opportunities. Events will takeplace at Kahuna’s Ballroom nextFriday from 9 a.m. to noon. Call 257-7790.

Marriage EnrichmentTraining / CREDO will take placeat the MCCS Cabanas starting nextFriday at 5:30 p.m. and ends nextSunday at noon. This 48-hour retreatgives couples the opportunity to makegood marriages even better. Call 257-1919.

Ongoing

Asian Pacific AmericanHeritage Display is showing nowthrough May 15 at the Base Library incelebration of Asian American/PacificIslander month. Call 254-7624.

MCCS Briefswww.mccshawaii.com

‘I Love Kailua’

Comedy hour

Sgt. Joe Lindsay

Comedy Show 1: Comedians Graham Elwood and Shayma Tash, both Comedy Central regulars, pose for a photo with a group of Marines after a show theyput on recently for the Marines of 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment and U.S. Army soldiers aboard Jalalabad Airfield in Afghanistan as part of the Dog TagComedy Tour. The 1/3 Marines pictured are, from left to right: Lance Cpl. Jameson Horton, a Marine Corps Integrated Material Management System (MIMMS)clerk from Yorba Linda, Calif., Lance Cpl. Bajro Buzaljko, an ammunition technician from Utica, N.Y., and Lance Cpl. Ivan Barnes, a machinegunner fromAltus, Okla.

Photos by: Staff Sgt. Ronna M. Weyland

Clockwise from top: Six-year-old Ben Cook, climbs out of an inflat-able shark after sliding down it during the “I Love Kailua” town partySunday.

Hannah Skaggs, 8, daughter of Dawn Skaggs from Kailua, Hawaii,climbs the rock tower during the 14th Annual town party.

Local vendors line Kailua Road Sunday, during the annual “I LoveKailua”town party. The proceeds from the event will go to the Lani-Kailua Outdoor Circle to help with beautification projects in Kailua,Hawaii.

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Federal workers recognized for serviceLance Cpl. Roger L. Nelson

Combat Correspondent

The 50th Annual Excellence in FederalGovernment Awards Luncheon, hosted by theHonolulu-Pacific Federal Executive Board, washeld at the Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Tuesday inorder to recognize outstanding federal employ-ees for their efforts, leadership and initiative.

“The program encourages innovation andexcellence in government, reinforces pride infederal service and helps call public attentionto the broad range of services provided by fed-eral employees,” said Daniel M. Gonzalez,management and program analyst, here. “Theprogram is recognized as an important form ofrecognition for federal employees in theHonolulu-Pacific area.”

During the luncheon there were seven dif-ferent categories recognized, including, FederalEmployer of Choice, Federal Organizational

Excellence, Federal Supervisor/Manager of theYear, Federal Employee of the Year (profession-al, administrative and technical), FederalEmployee of the Year (clerical and assistant),Federal Employee of the Year (trades andcrafts) and Exceptional Community Service.

“We had members of every branch of serv-ice on Oahu at the luncheon,” said Gonzales,a Seguin, Texas native. “We also had 76employees including the (MCBH) DeputyCommander (Col.) Michael C. O’Neal thatattended.”

In previous years the luncheon was held inJune but was moved up to coincide withNational Public Service Recognition Week.

“The federal workers do a great job andneed to be recognized for all they do for us,”said Mayor Mufi Hannemann, mayor, City andCounty of Honolulu. “I’m proud to be hereand I thank all of the workers for a job welldone.”

Cpl. Matthew K. Hacker2nd Marine Logistics Group

MARINE CORPS BASECAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. —Unfortunately, Marines canreceive permanent injuries onthe battlefield, but fortunatelythere is a new organizationspecializing in helping wheel-chair-bound clients by use ofhighly trained dogs.

A fairly new organizationlocated in Swansboro, N.C.,called Lifeline Canines, wasfounded and is directed by

Deborah S. Viel of Manassas,Va., six months ago when shemoved from Greenville, N.C.,to start the facility.

Viel attended TheAssistance Dog Institute inSanta Rosa, Calif., with anAssociate of Science Degree inAssistance Dog Education.

During her schooling, shelearned how to train assistancedogs, who they are and howthey learn and every aspect ofstarting a service dog organiza-tion and running client train-ings, according to Viel.

It was during her schooling

that she met Santiago, hergolden retriever who is now 5-years-old. He was born with adeformed front leg, but com-pleted the course successfullyand is able to do everything heneeds to in order to assist oth-ers.

Viel also met Monika Judoriginally from Switzerland,but residing in Monterey,Calif., at her time at the insti-tute. After working in the fieldin California, Jud decided totravel across the country tohelp Viel start up the organiza-tion.

“I worked out there for awhile, but decided to comehere to learn about moreorganizations and help myfriend start things up,” saidJud. She had no volunteers,and I believe in the need forservice dogs, so I wanted tohelp out.”

It was Viel’s desire to helppeople with disabilities withnot only their physical needs,but their social and emotionalneeds as well.

“I didn’t necessarily set upfrom the beginning to start anorganization, but I quicklyrealized there were notenough organizations aroundthe country for the amount ofpeople who needed them,”said Viel. “That’s when I decid-ed I wanted to be a part of thesolution.”

The organization workswith golden and Labradorretrievers, because their tem-perament and personalities arebest suited to service dogwork.

“We use dogs who are lessaroused than other dogs, sothey are able to hang out withpeople at work, school orrestaurants,” said Viel. “Thesedogs want to be with peopleand are always looking toplease.”

The puppies begin training

as soon as possible, accordingto Viel. They learn the majori-ty of their 80 to 90 commandsby the time they reach oneyear. Their second year givesthe dog time for maturity andrefinement of their skills untilthey are ready to graduate attwo years of age. They aretrained at not only the facility,but also in every type of publicenvironment they mayencounter with their futurepartner.

The dogs are trained inbasic obedience, specializedcommands pertaining to thosewith disabilities and socializa-tion and work in public places.Specialized commands includeretrieving the telephone,opening and closing doors,unzipping jackets, turninglights on and off and fulfillingemotional needs.

Viel currently has four dogsin various stages of training,but the number alwaysdepends on funding, accord-ing to Viel. They investapproximately $15,000 in the

dogs from the time they get apuppy to its graduation.

Their clients have to pay$3,500 to receive a service dog,but no client will be deniedbased on monetary issues, shecontinued. Because it is a non-profit organization, they alsotake donations to help furtherthe funding.

“I don’t even get paid,” saidViel. “Dog food and veterinari-an bills are more importantthan a paycheck.”

Lifeline Canines is a totallynon-profit organization andrelies solely on donations andcommunity support to contin-ue operations.

“Lifeline Canines can onlycontinue to change people’slives if we have the properfunding,” said Viel. “Monthlyand quarterly donations areone way people can have anongoing investment and helpus plan for the future.”

If someone does want tomake monetary donations,there are several material itemsthat help their organization.

Gift cards to Petsmart orother local pet supply stores,ProPlan puppy or adult chickand rice dog food, MidwestLife Stages crates, Quickbooksfor non-profits, video camerasand office equipment are greatexamples of material dona-tions, according to Viel.

“One of the first big itemswe plan to buy with the dona-tions is a mini-van so we canstop traveling around with sixdogs in a sedan,” said Viel.

The organization wishes towork with wounded Marinesand Sailors as much as possi-ble, according to Viel. Actually,in the upcoming weeks, Vielwill be taking the dogs to visitthe Wounded Warrior Barrackson Camp Lejeune to get themacquainted with disabled serv-ice members and further theirsocial skills.

For more information onvolunteering, making dona-tions or requesting serviceplease visit their Web site atwww.lifelinecanines.org or call910-326-1926.

Wheelchair-bound service members mayfind new hope in Lifeline Canines

Five-year-old golden retriever and service dog, Santiago, lies on the porch outside the Lifeline Caninestraining facility in Swansboro after a long day.

Cpl. Matthew K. Hacker

Deborah S. Viel of Manassas, Va., the founder and executive directoror Lifeline Canines, sits with Colonel, a six-month golden retriever,outside their training facility in Swansboro May 2.

Cpl. Matthew K. Hacker

Award recipients at the 50th Annual Excellence in Federal Government Awards Luncheon hold theirawards at the Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Tuesday.

Lance Cpl. Roger L. Nelson

B-4 • MAY 5, 2006 HAWAII MARINE

Sgt. Danielle M. BaconCombat Correspondent

U.S. MARINE CORPSFORCES, PACIFIC, CAMP H.M. SMITH, Hawaii — Achild’s laughter often brings joyinto people’s hearts, but for oneU.S. Marine Corps Forces, PacificMarine, it means a lot more – itmeans she has made a differ-ence.

Staff Sgt. Sara Fine volunteersteaching art to students atWebling Gus ElementarySchool, Honolulu, through theAdopt-A-School program.

“When I hear little kids saythey want to be an artist, it givesme a high,” said Fine, who stud-ied art at Western State Collegebefore joining the Marine Corpsin 2000. “I was that kid inschool.”

Fine adds that she looks for-ward to time with “her kids” allweek.

“They are my release,” shesaid adding that it is fun to testwhat they have learned.

Fine, a signals intelligencestaff noncommissioned officer,spends a few hours each weekwith the students. She is current-ly working with kindergarteners,but she has worked with firstand third graders as well.

“They are like little sponges.They soak it up so quickly. Theyare just so willing to learn,” saidFine.

One teacher agrees. “We enjoy her kinetic

approach to learning and theconnection she has to fine artstandards,” said Sheila Kirby afirst grade teacher. “The childrenwere motivated by the many artsamples and background infor-mation that Staff Sergeant Finepresented. Her caring attitudeand enthusiasm were evident inher actions.”

Allaija Williams, 5, a kinder-gartner, agreed, “I love art anddrawing. I never knew about pri-mary and secondary colors. I likeMrs. Fine, because she is a funteacher, and she teaches usabout art.”

Currently, the elementaryschool doesn’t have an art pro-gram, so Fine is just trying to fillthe gap.

“Because of the No Child LeftBehind Program, a lot ofextracurricular programs werecut, such as art, music and(physical education),” said Fine.“So, I am just trying to help withwhat I can.”

Fine added, “It is not aboutwhether or not we think thattheir art is good. I just wantthem to be confident in whatthey draw.”

Going above and beyond isnothing new to Fine, whoadmits that she has always hadto work hard to get noticed.

“I was the middle child. Inever stuck out and was justthere,” she said. “It made mecompetitive, because I wanted toset myself apart from my sisters.

My grandpa told me ‘what everyou do, do your best at it.’”

It is this gung-ho attitudethat has helped Fine advancethrough the ranks – meritori-ously promoted to sergeantand then again recently to hercurrent rank.

“I think Marines shouldlook around at what they’vegot. This isn’t a bad gig,” saidFine. “If they don’t like theirsituation look around and finda way to change it.”

“She is a dedicated individ-ual. She is focused on what isahead,” said Master GunnerySgt. Vincent Griffin, theMarForPac training chief. “Idon’t know how she finds timeto do it all … work, volunteer-ing and school.”

Fine still finds time in herbusy schedule for the onething that is most important toher – school.

“As a lance corporal and cor-poral I was on a medical boardfor Fibromyalgia Syndrome. Atthat time I dealt with a lot ofdoctors who didn’t have very

good bedside manner. All Icould think was I could do bet-ter than that,” said Fine, aHawaii Pacific University stu-dent. “That is why I want to goto medical school.”

Although she loves theCorps, Fine says she is thinkingabout joining the Navy next.She is applying for the U.S.Navy's Health ProfessionsScholarship Program, whichpays full tuition, fees, booksand equipment rentals, and amonthly stipend of more than$1,100 for students enrolled inaccredited schools of medicine,osteopathy, dentistry oroptometry in the United Statesor Puerto Rico.

“It is my way to be a doctorand still be around Marines,”said Fine.

Fine has volunteered todeploy to Iraq later this year,but her educational goalsremain the same.

“I am not going to stopgoing to school just because Iam deployed. I am going tocontinue online.”

Staff sergeant helpsyoung art students Staff Sgt. Sara Fine asks Allaija Williams, 5 about her art. Fine volunteers teaching art to students atWebling Gus Elementary School, Honolulu, through the Adopt-A-School program.

Sgt. Danielle M. Bacon

Storekeeper adaptswith ease

Lance Cpl. Ryan TrevinoCombat Correspondent

According to Marines and Sailors alike,checking into a unit can be overwhelming.You have to learn all the details of a job, allthe while getting to know new coworkers.This transition can be difficult to some, butnot to Petty Officer 2nd Class Lynn A. Gilbert.

Gilbert checked into the supply warehouseof Headquarters Battalion’s TravelManagement Office less than four monthsago, and has already made a name for herselfamong her colleagues.

“She just checked in and she has done somuch already,” said Chief Petty Officer CarlosM. Exconde, senior enlisted advisor, TMO sup-ply. “I know that she’ll do much more,because she has a outstanding work habit.”

The Bangor, Maine native came to K-Bayfrom the USS Oak Hill docked in Norfolk, Va.She has served a total of five years so far in theNavy and just reenlisted for another three.

While stationed aboard the USS Oak Hill,she visited many exotic locations, which shesaid would not have happened if she had notjoin the service.

“The travel definitely inspired me to jointhe Navy,” said the soft-spoken Sailor.

Like so many other service members, fami-ly tradition also played a key part in her deci-sion to join. Her brother is an aviationmechanic stationed in Norfolk, and her uncleis a retired master chief. Her uncle and broth-er pushed her to go the officer path but she

wanted to make that decision on her own.“I wanted to see how it was before I gave it

so many years,” said Gilbert.Not all of Gilbert’s life revolves around

work though. The self-proclaimed “countrygirl” loves to go camping, fishing and huntingwhenever she can. And is currently learninghow to surf.

Fun aside, Gilbert said she believes gettingan education is the top priority at this junc-ture of her life. She is currently taking classesto earn a bachelor’s degree in business man-agement on her off time. She said she wantsto apply that to a career as a registered nurse.

“She is really focused on her professionaldevelopment,” said Exconde, who constantlyhears her talking about it. “Her mind is set ongetting her bachelor’s before her tour here isup, and I’m sure she’ll be able to do it.”

When asked what the highlight of her mil-itary career has been so far, she simply smiledand looked down at the insignia on her collar.

“My highlight was definitely when Ipinned on my E-5 rank, because I was stillreally young,” said 23-year old.

She added, “And I got to come to Hawaiifor a three-year vacation, but I still workhard.”

Exconde said he was surprised whenGilbert showed up and starting working forhim.

“Usually, you get people in who you haveto supervise 24/7, but not her,” he said. “Shenever has to be reminded to do anything, sheis an outstanding Sailor.

Lance Cpl. Ryan Trevino

SK2 Lynn A. Gilbert stands in front of a lift vehicle in the supply warehouse where she works. Gilbertrecently checking into her new unit, but is already well-known around her shop.

TodayLunchChili macaroniRoast turkeyGrilled cheese sandwichMashed potatoesGlazed carrotsSimmered succotashBrowniesFruit pie

Hot dog specialty bar

DinnerMeat loafPork ham roastMashed potatoesTossed green riceCauliflower comboBroccoli with cheese sauceBrown gravy with mushroomsBrowniesFruit pies

SaturdayLunchSalisbury steakBarbecue chickenRice pilafOven browned potatoesCorn on the cobSimmered peas and carrotsWhite cakeApple cobblerFruit pies

Taco specialty bar

DinnerBeef yakisobaOrange chickenFried riceSteamed riceSimmered broccoliFried cabbage with baconWhite cake Cream frostingApple cobblerFruit pies

SundayLunchOven roast beefBaked tuna and noodlesSteamed riceFrench fried cauliflowerVegetable comboChilled horseradishFruit pieChocolate chip cookies

Pasta specialty bar

Dinner SauerbratenKnockwurst with sauerkrautCottage fried potatoesBoiled egg noodlesGreen beans with mushroomsCreole summer squashFruit pieChocolate chip cookies

MondayDinnerGrilled steakPork chop MexicanaMashed potatoesSpanish riceMexican cornPeas and mushroomsFruit nut barsFruit pies

TuesdayDinnerBeef pot pieBaked hamBaked macaroni and cheeseClub spinachCauliflower au gratinBread pudding Peanut butter cookiesFruit pie

WednesdayLunchTeriyaki chickenSalisbury steakMashed potatoesSteamed riceSimmered carrotsSimmered lima beansBrown gravyApple crispFruit pie

Pasta specialty bar

DinnerBaked meat loafOven roast beefPork fried riceParsley buttered potatoesGreen beans with mushroomsSimmered cornBrown gravyApple crispFruit pie

ThursdayLunchBarbecued spareribsVeal parmesanOven browned potatoesButtered egg noodlesSimmered asparagusSteamed cauliflowerBrown gravyDevil’s food cake Fruit pie

Taco specialty bar

DinnerSwiss steak with brown gravyBaked fish filletsLyonnaise potatoesSteamed riceSouthern-style green beansVegetable comboBrown gravyDevil’s food cakeFruit pie

HAWAII MARINE MAY 5, 2006 • B-5

MMARINEARINE

MMAKEPONOAKEPONOHAWAIIAN FOR

“MARINE BARGAINS”Pets

Free Dalmation mix, 2-years-old, to a good home. Call254-5006.

Yard Sales

6th Annual Hilltop YardSale, Saturday, May 13. from 7 a.m.to noon at 512 Nimitz Road. Greatbargains. Call 254-4905.

OONN THETHE MMENUENUAATT AANDERSONNDERSON HHALLALL

Are you an Ace atPoker? No pun intended.Then, you may want toattend this year’s NavyMarine Corps ReliefSociety’s AnnualFundraiser event.

With free chips to start,this year’s event will takedonations based on aTexas Hold’em gamenight, held Saturday, May13 in the Kahuna'sBallroom, here.

NMCRS would like totake this time to recognizeall those that contributedto this year’s drive and toinform them of the manyservice NMCRS offers.

SS PORPORTSTSHAWAII MARINE C SECTION MAY 5, 2006

HawaiiMMARINEARINE

Lance Cpl. Ryan TrevinoCombat Correspondent

Kaneohe Bay’s women’s var-sity softball team squared offagainst the InstallationPersonnel AdministrationCenter Warriors April 27 in anexhibition game at the softballfield located behind Kahunashere.

The scrimmage game was anopportunity for both teams toget some practice in, accordingto women’s varsity softballcoach Louis Schumacher. Thewomen’s varsity team is prep-ping for a new season thatstarts in early June on PearlHarbor.

The Warriors are currentlyunderway in the 2006 K-Bayintramural softball season inwhich they are undefeated witha record of 2–0.

Mean, grimacing facialexpressions like you would seeon player’s faces that were outto win a ballgame were replacedwith smiles and laughter as thetwo teams took the field. It wasobvious from the get-go thatthis was more playful outingrather than a heated match-up.

“We’re just out here to havea little fun while we get in somepractice,” said a smilingSchumacher as he jotted downthe lineup on a scratch piece ofpaper, using only the player’sfirst names.

In fact, both teams were hav-ing so much fun nobody waskeeping the official score.Whenever someone was askedwhat the score was, they simplyshrugged their shoulders andreplied, “I dunno.”

At one time during the gamea wrestling match broke outbetween Roderick “Willy Mays”

Jackson and Schumacher asJackson was rounding thirdbase heading towards homeplate. Players from the IPACdugout ran out onto the fieldand jumped head first into themayhem to help out theirteammate, neither team caringabout the rules of the game.

Before the game started,Warrior’s coach Micah Nelsonmade a jesting promise that histeam would dominate thegame. Nelson, who kept teasingall varsity players while theybatted, underestimated the skillof the other team.

“It’s already the third inningand they haven’t done much,”said Varsity left-fielder MelissaDeherrera in response toNelson’s comment.

Women’s varsity pitcherAmanda Robbins said she waspleased with the player’s thatwere on the varsity team thisyear.

“We have a lot of potential,”said Robbins. “We can be a verygood team this season.”

Schumacher agreed withRobbins about the overall qual-ity of the team this year asopposed to last year’s squad,but also noticed some thingsthat could be improved on.

“Our defense is just fine, butwe need to hit the ball better,”he said. “We had a fairly decentteam last year, but it looks likeour team this year is much bet-ter.”

He added that the overallobjective of this exhibitiongame was to see how the teamwas coming along during theoff-season and to test theirweaknesses.

Nelson also said he thinksthey has a good squad this year,especially once the players real-ly start to get into it later in theseason.

Players continued to jokearound with one another notcaring about the score or whattime it was, since there was noofficial score or time limit. Theplayers slowly left individuallyon their own, but the teamscontinued to play against eachother into the night. Nelsonsaid that at one time, almosthalf of the varsity team left dur-ing the game to go a beveragerun, before they came backready to play.

Schumacher and Nelsonagreed that both teams had agreat time and that they wereplanning on doing it again.

Women’s softball team takes on IPAC

Photos by Lance Cpl. Edward C. deBree

Above: Warriors' coach MicahNelson leans into a pitch during

an exhibition softball gameagainst K-Bay's women's varsitysoftball team April 27. The IPACWarriors' were 2–0 in the intra-mural season at the time of the

game.

Right: Women's varsity softballcoach Louis Schumacher wres-

tles Roderick Jackson of theIPAC Warriors to the ground to

stop him from scoring duringthe exhibition game together

April 27.

Lance Cpl. Roger L. NelsonCombat Correspondent

The boom of a cannon being fired shook the ground at PopWarner Field, here, April 29 as 228 runners took off on their10K journey during the 13th annual 3rd Marine Regimentrace.

Stacy R. Burkdull, varsity sports coordinator, here, said theregiment has done the run every year to raise funds for eventssuch as the Marine Corps Ball.

Marines, Sailors, family members and civilians took part inthe race.

“It’s a great way to bring morale to units,” said Burkdull.“The runs also give Marines a chance to run against civilianrunners.”

To sign up for the race runners had to pay $18 for the earlyfee, $21 for the late fee and all formations had to pay $120.

The winner of the race, Jacob K. Puzey, cross country run-ner, ran the course in 32.33.

“I had no clue I was going to win coming into this race,”said Puzey. “I had no clue who I was up against so it was kindof a mystery, but it feels good to be first out of 228 runnersand motivates me to keep training.”

The Laie, Hawaii native received a set of engraved dog tagsand a plaque.

“My wife is actually the one who heard about the run andsigned us up,” said Puzey. “I thank her for doing that for me”.

Fighting 3rdHosts 10k

Lance Cpl. Roger L. Nelson

Runners in the 13th annual 3rd Marine Regiment 10k run take off at the starting point at Pop Warner Field, Saturday. The run is done everyyear in order to raise money for the units Marine Corps Ball and other events.

Sunday

The Hawaiian Trail and MountainClub — Moanalua Hike—It’s a long roadwalk with 23 stream crossings and a shortridge hike to the summit. At the summitenjoy the amazing vistas worth at least adozen snapshots. For more information,call Mike Algiers at 422-1048.

May 13SM&SP Dodgeball Tournament —

Head to the Semper Fit Center May 13 forthe SM&SP Dodgeball Tournament. Thisdouble-elimination match is open to teamsof six, and costs $10 per team. The event isopen primarily to E5 and below, however,E6 and above are allowed if invited. Call254-7593 to register.

The Hawaiian Trail and MountainClub —Makua Valley—Hike to culturallyimportant Hawaiian sites and geologicalfeatures. Call Fred Dodge for more infor-mation at 696-4677.Additional upcoming hikes in May will beto Kaipapau Gulch and Koko Head Crater.

May 15

Intramural Soccer Season Begins —Games will be played at 6:30, 7:45 and 9p.m. Call 254-7591 for more information.

May 20

MAG-24 Triathlon — Run, bike orswim to the 10th Annual MAG-24 Triathlon,May 20, aboard MCB Hawaii. The eventbegins at 7:30 a.m. at the Hangar 101.Register and pay online at www.mcc-shawaii.com or call 254-7590.

May 25

101 Days of Summer Fun Run/Walk— Head to "The Lodge" (Temporary LodgingFacility) at 8 a.m. for the kickoff event forthe 101 Days of Summer. This campaignpromotes a drug free environment andevents where participants earn points foreach unit. The unit with the most points atthe end of summer will receive prize. Call254-7636.

OngoingPaintball Hawaii — Nestled behind

the Lemon Lot here is Paintball Hawaii.Cost is $25 per person and includes one airrefill, equipment and the field fee. The fieldis open on weekends from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Call 265-4283 for Friday appointments.

Personal Trainers Available atSemper Fit — For those looking to getinto a tailored exercise regiment, or forthose just looking for some good advice onweight management and weight control,Semper Fit Center offers free personal train-ing consultation.

Call Semper Fit Center at 257-7597 toschedule an appointment.

Semper Fit Center offers array ofaerobics — The MCCS Semper Fit Centerannounces a new and expanded aerobicsprogram. These new classes now beingoffered include a variety of workouts.

Call 254-7597 for more information onthe various classes now offered.

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Sports Briefs

Lance Cpl. Ryan Trevino

Andy Gasper, Hawaii Pacific University Women's Soccer Team assistant coach, schools children on the fundamentals of soccer during a free clinic heldSaturday here. HPU teamed up with Marine Corps Community Services to provide the free clinic for children ages 5-17.

Lance Cpl. Ryan TrevinoCombat Correspondent

Hawaii Pacific University’s Women’sSoccer Team joined up with Marine CorpsBase Hawaii’s Youth Activities office, April29, to offer a free clinic for children ages 5 to17.

More than 50 children showed up at thefield located between Building 216 and BaseSafety here to practice the basics of the game.They worked on dribbling, passing and jug-gling techniques at various skill levels,according to HPU’s Women’s Soccer Teamcoach Mark Kane.

“We wanted to provide a community serv-ice project where the kids could come outand have some fun, while they worked ontheir fundamentals,” said Kane. “We tried totouch on the whole range of skills they need

to have as a soccer player.”The children started each lesson in a

demonstration area where Kane and the HPUplayers broke down a specific element of thegame. The children then followed the coach-es to apply what they learned in a more per-sonal environment, according to AndyGasper, assistant coach for the HPU team andan employee at the Family Housing Officehere.

“After they left the classroom environ-ment, they were broken down into age spe-cific groups with smaller numbers where thekids could have more one-on-one time withtheir coaches,” said Gasper.

The clinic was a chance to make soccerexciting to the children and to start prepar-ing them for the upcoming soccer season inthe Hawaii Youth Sports League, he added.The youth soccer season is scheduled to kickoff at the end of May.

A ten-year-old participant, ConnorQuijano, who recently moved here with hisfamily from Va, said he hadn’t played much

soccer where he came from, but was interest-ed in playing the sport in Hawaii.

“I came here because I wanted to try it outto see if I still liked it,” said Quijano. “I hadfun, it was an interesting experience.”

The clinic was free, but the children andtheir families were encouraged to bring intwo canned-goods to help benefit the HawaiiFood Bank.

Gasper was hoping for a bigger turnout,but said that 50 children was a very manage-able number for the coaches to work with.

This was the first time HPU and YouthActivities have held a clinic of this type on K-Bay, but plan on more events in the future.

Kane said he was pleased to see the chil-dren learning the basics of the game and atthe same time having so much fun.

“We’re happy for all the kids who came towork,” said Kane. “But, they’re going to betired by the end of the day.”

The canned goods will be presented bymembers of HPU and Youth Activities to theHawaii Food Bank.

HPU Soccer heads free clinic

John Gunn (USMCR-ret.)Sports Commentary

Gulf Breeze, Fla. — BobDove’s accomplishments in foot-ball led him on travels to all partsof the United States, but his heartnever strayed from the area healways called home. Dove, 85,died last Wednesday after anextended illness.

The Youngstown, Ohio, SouthHigh School graduate was a 1940-42 Notre Dame letterman andtwo-time All-America defensiveend in the 1940s and was inar-guably one of the greatest playersto ever come out of the MahoningValley, the Warren (Ohio) TribuneChronicle reported.

A fun-loving man with a gift ofstorytelling, Dove leaves behind alegacy of stories that those whoknew him well will tell for years tocome. An assistant to four headcoaches during a 23-year tenurewith the YSU football program,Dove was fondly remembered lastWednesday, a day that ironicallywas set aside for the annual ‘‘BobDove Coaching Clinic.’’

‘‘He believed in this place andhad an opportunity to go on toplay at Notre Dame and in theNFL, but he always came back

home,’’ YSU football coach JonHeacock said. ‘‘He started here,ended here, and I don’t think heever left here as he was travelingaround. Everybody finds somereason to move away from here.Coach Dove always found a rea-son to stay here.’’

After a standout career at SouthHigh during the 1936-38 seasons,Dove easily made the transition tothe highest level of college foot-ball. Among many accomplish-ments was his induction into theCollege Football Hall of Fame in2001. He was also inducted intothe Curbstone Coaches Hall ofFame in 1969 and YSU AthleticsHall of Fame in 1989.

Perhaps most telling aboutDove’s outstanding playing abilitywas his selection as a second-teamdefensive end on ‘‘Street & Smith’’magazine’s 50-year anniversarycollege football team in 1990. Hewas ranked behind Ted Hendricksof Miami and Hugh Green ofPittsburgh. Dove was joined onthe second team by Bubba Smithof Michigan State.

In 1942 Dove was awarded theWashington Touchdown Club’sRockne Trophy, symbolic of thenation’s best lineman, said theTribune Chronicle.

‘‘I don’t think you could everunderstand to this day how goodof a football player he was,’’ saidYSU athletic director Ron Strollo.‘‘You didn’t have a lot of film, butyou heard stories and reallyrespected him. He was great hereat Youngstown and was an asset toour student-athletes to giveadvice. He was a regular guy.’’

Dove served as a captain in theMarine Corps Reserves duringWorld War II. During that time, healso played for the El Toro Marinesfootball team in 1944-45 whilestationed on the West Coast.

After his service ended, Dovebegan his pro career playing forthe Chicago Rockets of the newly-formed All-America FootballConference. He joined theChicago Cardinals in 1948 andremained with the team for fiveseasons and helped lead the wayto a pair of NFL championships.He was selected for the Pro Bowlin 1951.

In 1953, Dove was traded to theDetroit Lions. He played on theLions’ 1953 team that defeatedthe Cleveland Browns for the NFLtitle. The Lions lost to the Brownsfor the NFL title in 1954. The 6–foot-2-inch, 222 pound Doveretired as a player in 1955 after

playing in 27 games at AAFC and79 in the NFL.

Dove began his coaching careeras an assistant at the University ofDetroit (1955-57). He served as anassistant for the Lions (1958-59)and Buffalo Bills (’60-61) beforeaccepting the head coaching posi-tion at Hiram (Ohio) College in’62, the Tribune Chronicle said.

After seven seasons at Hiram,Dove joined the YSU staff tocoach offensive linemen forDwight Beede in 1969. Doveremained in that role 16 seasonsbefore focusing on tackles andtight ends in ’86. In 1987 he wasnamed Coach Emeritus, a positionhe filled through YSU’s ’91 NCAADivision I-AA national champi-onship season.

Dove also coached for YSUhead coaches Rey Dempsey, BillNarduzzi and Jim Tressel.

John Gunn phoned Dove in thelate ‘80s to get information abouthim and El Toro players who alsowere with the San Diego Bombers ofthe Pacific Coast Football League.Dove played in that league two sea-sons. Carried that info in my 1992football book "(Quite) A Few GoodMen."

Bob Dove, football coach and star player

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More than 50 onhand to learn basics

HAWAII MARINE MAY 5, 2006 • C-3

“CINCO DE MAYO” BLOCK PARTY AT ALOHA TOWER MARKETPLACE

TonightAdmission is free.

The festivities will include live music on multiple stages, performances by traditional Mexicandancers, "Mariachi Loco", Salsa Dance Lessons by "Greg-Salsaman," Live Latin American & IslandEntertainment All Night Long, Free giveaways in the Center Atrium and back by popular demandthe "Three Amigos" will be performing throughout the Marketplace and giving out free partybeads (while supplies last).

Participating Restaurants will have a variety of Mexican Foods & Corona Drink Specials as partof their regular menus.

Don Ho's -- Live Entertainment from 5 to 8 p.m. "Barry Choy" and then its Don Ho's DJ's spin-ning dance and party music from 9 p.m. -closing.

Gordon Biersch from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. will feature the Hot Live Latin Music of "Picante" inthe Lanai stage. "Cecilio and Company" - 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the brewery bar. Zanuck Lindsay& Rock Hard Hawaii –9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

Events at the Tower Stage (Fomerly Kaponos) will feature the Live Latin Jazz sounds of "RolandoSanchez & Salsa Hawaii"-5:30 p.m.-11:30 p.m.

Hooters will have their "Corona" on special.Aloha Tower Marketplace is located next to the Hawaii Maritime Center, validated self and valet

parking options are available.For more information call: 566-2337 or visit www.alohatower.com

VOYAGE OF THE MERCILESS MAIDEN’ (A PIRATE’S TALE) AT THE HIS-TORIC HAWAII THEATRE

Tonight and tomorrow.Pre-show entertainment at 7:06 p.m. Curtain time 7:36 p.m.

Ticket prices: $14, $20 and $27 (Includes a $2 per ticket Hawaii Theatre Restoration Fee). $5.00discount for seniors, full time students, military and Hawaii Theatre members.

To order, call the Hawaii Theatre at 528-0506.The pirates of the Merciless Maiden have been stranded on an island for 200-years because they

offended Neptune. Neptune gives them an opportunity to regain their freedom if they return theShell of Power to Destiny's Shore within 100-days otherwise he will send them back to the islandfor another 200-years. Can the Pirates accomplish their mission in the strange new world thatawaits them? The Sounds of Aloha Chorus and quartets will tell this story with humor and some“Pirate” songs. This is a comical production written by Ralph Brandt.

National A Cappella Champions, Metropolis, will headline the second-half of the program.Their intricate barbershop harmonies will give you “chicken skin” and their humor will split yoursides. Hawaii’s premier barbershop quartets, the Pacific Trades and Ron Bright’s Castle Kids willalso perform. Pre-show entertainment, will feature John McCreary on the Robert Morton theatreorgan.

FREE USO PARADE AND CONCERT SATURDAY IN WAIKIKI

May 6, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Free.

A Salute to Our Troops event part of organizations expanding role in 50th state Top local and national acts will lead an entertainment lineup designed to appeal to military

personnel, kamaaina and visitors of all ages alike at USO Hawaiiˆs A Salute to Our Troops free pub-lic concert and family festival at Kapiolani Park.

Following a USO-sponsored parade of Hawaii-based troops through Waikiki, the concert andfestival will begin at noon, with opening performances by the colonial-themed Old Guard Fifeand Drum Corps; Hawaiiˆs own Royal Hawaiian Band; the Air Force Band of the Pacific, HanaHou; and contestants from Hawaii Stars.

Main acts will begin at 1:30 p.m., beginning with local favorites The Makaha Sons and Kapena,followed by Florida’s next generation hip-hop band Seminole County and finally the headliningact, three-time Grammy Award-winning R&B singer John Legend.

A special, 40-foot stage will be constructed in the park for the main acts. The event will alsofeature fun children’s activities, military exhibits and food booths from dozens of local restaurantsand businesses.

Serving as a preamble to the concert and festival, the Waikiki parade will begin at 9:30 a.m.from Fort DeRussy, continuing down Kalakaua and Monsarrat Avenues and ending at KapiolaniPark with some of the same marching bands continuing on-stage. The parade will feature thou-sands of marchers representing every service of the U.S. Armed Forces -- Army, Navy, Air Force,Marine Corps, Coast Guard, Hawaii National Guard and Reserves -- as well as personnel returningfrom or about to depart for Iraq, Afghanistan and elsewhere in support of the Global War onTerrorism and retired veterans coordinated through the Office of Veterans Services. The Old GuardFife and Drum Corps and Royal Hawaiian Band will also participate as marchers, along with theArmyˆs 25th Infantry Division Band, Navyˆs Pacific Fleet Band, the U.S. Marine Corps ForcesPacific Band, and National Guardˆs 111th Army Band.

Cassandra Isidro, USO Hawaii’s executive director, said: This large-scale, all-day public event isreminiscent of the days of Bob Hopeˆs grand USO events and an example of USO Hawaiiˆsexpanding presence in Hawaii. Local government, businesses and the community have steppedforward in support of this event to salute our Hawaii-based military and make it a free event foreveryone.

GYMNASTICS DEMONSTRATION

May 6, beginning at 1 p.m.,Free.

Building 1583 here, the Dance Movement Academy and K-Bay Gymnastics will do a presenta-tion featuring approximately 22 demonstrations.

For additional information call Di Rodin at 479-3273.

FINE WINE AND MUSIC 'REVEALED' UNDER THE STARS AT BISHOP MUSEUM

May 12, 6 to 9 p.m.

Tickets are $10 for general admission and $5 for youth (4-12), Bishop Museum adult membersand military personnel. Bishop Museum youth members and children under 4 years are free.Advance sale tickets are available at Bishop Museum ticket desk. For more information or to pur-chase tickets, call (808) 847-8290.

Looking for a new way to spend an evening? How about enjoying fine wine, delicious food,and soothing music under the stars, while a volcano erupts in the background? That's what guestsof Bishop Museum's newest evening series, will experience.

Guests at the inaugural evening, themed "Jazz & Wine," will be treated to the musical talentsof Rocky Brown & Friends. The Hanohano Room headliner brings along Gabe Baltazar, AbeLagrimas, and Dean Taba to entertain visitors while they experience the Museum after hours.

Family trio Manoa DNA will perform their original contemporary compositions, refurbishedand rejuvenated mix from the seventies, and energetic Hawaiian classics. The father and two sonshave compiled a song list as varied as their hapa heritage and executed it with harmonies as sin-gular as their family name.

While enjoying these performances, event-goers will be able to stroll through the museumsexhibits and galleries, including the Science Adventure Center and the latest Castle MemorialBuilding exhibit "Celebrating Chinese Women: Qing Dynasty to Modern Hawai'I

Guests may also test their luck with a drawing for a brand-new, solid wood, semi-gloss finished,KoAlana 'ukulele courtesy of KoAloha Ukuleles.

The Bishop Museum was founded in 1889 by Charles Reed Bishop as a tribute to his wifePrincess Bernice Pauahi Bishop, the last descendant of the royal Kamehameha dynasty. Located at1525 Bernice Street, the Museum is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $14.95 foradults; $11.95 for youth 4-12 years, special rates for kama'aina, seniors and military; childrenunder 4 years and Bishop Museum Members are free. For information, call 847-3511 or visitwww.bishopmuseum.org.

FUN FAIR AT AIKAHI ELEMENTAR’S UNIQUE PLAYGROUND

May 13, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free admission. Scrip for sale inside.

Everyone is invited. Aikahi Elementary School is expecting between 2000 and 3000 people tocome out for this year's event.

This year we are celebrating the 10th anniversary of our school's playground. Ten years ago thefamilies at the school came together with a parent who was a prominent playground architect. Injust a short time, the families and community of Kailua built an amazing playground of wood andtires. Today it is the last wood and tire playground remaining in an Oahu public school. The play-ground committee will be selling commemorative mini fans.

Admission to the Fair is free. Items for sale will be sold using scrip that will be sold before andduring the fair. Pre-sale scrip will be 5 for $1.00 and will be sold Wednesday through Friday May10-12 from 2:05-5 p.m. On the day, of the Fair, scrip will sell for 4 for $1.00. There will be plentyof ono food. On the menu: Steak and cheese sandwiches, pizza, Caesar salad, hot dogs, cottoncandy, chocolate dipped strawberries, and of course shave ice.

This year we have Oahu 's only mobile Rock climbing wall. Three people can climb at once. Inaddition there will be an enormous inflatable obstacle course, Petting zoo, pony rides, dunk tank,Glow in the Dark tag, slammer hammer, spin art, media sale, plant sale, the wildly popularHawaiian Snowballs and gas powered remote control cars. Prizes will be given at the many gamebooths. Marines from 1st Battalion, 12 Marines, Kaneohe Bay will be assisting the school for thisevent.

14th ANNUAL HAWAIIAN TELCOM FILIPINO FIESTA AND PARADE

May 13, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free.

Beginning with the Centennial Charity Walk and Street Parade from Fort de Russy, downKalakaua Avenue.

Food booths, dance performances and exhibitions in Kapiolani Park (near the bandstand)For additional information call Candice Kraughto at 551-8533.

SHANGHAI BISTRO

May 7, Broadway at the Shanghai Bistro. Starring Don Conover at the piano and cabaret singerRex Rockengust. Piano from 7:30 p.m., performance at 8 p.m.

Admission $20 includes show, pupu platter and drink. Complete dinner and appetizer menusalso available (no cover charge for dinner guests).

Call 955-8668 for reservations.

Word to Pass:

C-6 • MAY 5, 2006 HAWAII MARINE

Lance Cpl. Robert W.Beaver

MCAS Miramar

MARINE CORPS AIRSTATION MIRAMAR,Calif. — Service membershave demonstrated selflesssacrifice to their country priorto the Revolutionary War andmany have paid the ultimateprice for freedom and theAmerican way of life.

The San Diego Padres rec-ognized this sacrifice all serv-ice members make April 22 ina pregame ceremony duringthe team’s military apprecia-tion game at Petco Park. Thegame marked the 11th consec-utive season the Padresexpressed their gratitude toservice members for their self-less service.

Several Marines, Sailors,soldiers and airmen were rec-ognized during the pregameceremony, but Cpl. MichaelKennedy, 3rd Battalion, 7thMarine Regiment, stood outamong those who were recog-nized.

“I had a lot of family in themilitary,” said Kennedy. “Ichose the toughest branch,because I wanted to be amongthe best.”

Kennedy, a Crooksville,Ohio native and a PurpleHeart recipient, was on a mis-sion when he was shot in hisright forearm by an Iraqisniper.

The surgery Kennedyreceived for his wound left ascar that extends from hiswrist to his elbow. Due to hisinjures, Kennedy is unable toperform his duties and ispending a medical discharge.

“I plan to go to school thisfall and study to be a physicaltherapist,” said Kennedy.

Near the end of the ceremo-ny, Kennedy, accompanied byBrig. Gen. John M. Paxton,commanding general, MarineCorps Recruit Depot SanDiego, accepted a $10,000check by Marine Corps LeagueSan Diego BuildingDetachment 835 on behalf ofthe Injured Marine Fund. Thefund offers financial assistanceto Marines and their familiesduring the event of injury.

“We appreciate what themilitary does and the sacri-fices they make to keep ournation strong and free,” saidJack Ensch, director of mili-tary marketing with thePadres. “The military is animportant part of the SanDiego community. They do somuch for our country, andthis is the one game of theyear where we can show themhow much we appreciatethem.”

To show service memberstheir appreciation, the playerswore desert camouflage jerseysduring the game. This is theseventh time the Padres worejersey to support service mem-bers.

“The fans always wear theplayers’ jerseys,” said Ensch, aretired Navy captain. “Werespect the military so muchthat we are going to wear(camouflage jerseys) as a visi-ble way to salute them.”

Lance Cpl. Robert W. Beaver

Brig. Gen. John M. Paxton, commanding general, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, throws the first pitch Saturday to open the Padres military appreciation game at PetcoPark. This game marks the 11th consecutive season the Padres have honored service members for their sacrifices and contributions they made for their country.

San Diego Padres host Military Appreciation night

Lance Cpl. Wayne C.Edmiston Jr.

2nd Marine Logistics Group

MARINE CORPS BASECAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. — Thecheers of the crowd as they hearthe crack of the bat, echothrough the old stadium indowntown Bronx, N.Y. The smellof popcorn is the in the air, asvendors peddle their goods tohungry baseball fans. Thesesights and sounds of the NewYork Yankees are ones that oneMarine had come to lovethroughout his life and missedduring a year-long deploymentin support of Operation IraqiFreedom.

Corporal Nicholas J. Lapinski,a Woodstock, N.Y., native andcombat lithographer with 2ndMarine Logistics Group, CombatCamera, a baseball player for 15years, had dreams of being a pro-fessional baseball player as ayoung child.

“I played baseball in clubsuntil I was 17 years old,” Lapinskisaid. “I always dreamed of beingthe second baseman for theYankees.”

He may not be playing any-more, but this baseball lover,truly defines the word fanatic.

“I went to my first game whenI was 12 years old,” Lapinskiexplained. “I was a young kid,yelling at Jose Canseco in the out-field.”

His favorite player is DerekJeter and he especially looks tohim on game day.

Currently in the barracks,Lapinski purchased a cable pro-gramming package just to catchall the games.

“I never miss a Yankeesgame,” Lapinski said. “I love thehistory of the team and some-thing great happens every game.”

While deployed to Iraq, hispassion for the “Bronx Bombers”followed him there too.Regardless of the time difference,Lapinski would stay up and catch

every game he possibly couldwhile in Iraq.

“I would be in Iraq in front ofmy computer with my Yankee’sjersey and hat on waiting forESPN.com to update the scores,”Lapinski said. “Every 30 seconds,I would either jump for joy, oryell at the screen.”

Lapinski can often be seenoutside the barracks throwingand retrieving ground balls dueto his love of the game.

“I love baseball for the samereasons I love the Marine Corps,”

Lapinski said. “It is the cama-raderie of teammates workingtogether to accomplish the mis-sion, whether in Iraq or the base-ball stadium.”

Since returning from Iraq,Lapinski looks forward to return-ing to the diamond in New Yorkto see his team live once again,but until then his television willhave to do.

“The Yankees always play witha magic that I can’t explain”,Lapinski said. “That is why I lovethem the most.”

HAWAII MARINE MAY 5, 2006 • C-7

Love for Yankees carriesMarine through deployment

Lance Cpl. Wayne C. Edmiston Jr.

Corporal Nicholas J. Lapinski prepares to throw a baseball. The sights and sounds of the New YorkYankees are what one Marine had come to love throughout his life and missed during a year-long deploy-ment in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Lapinski is a combat lithographer with combat camera, 2ndMarine Logistics Group.