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VOLUME 1, NO. 7 | 13 MAY 2011

THIS EDITION

NASWI Change of Command ceremonies ............pg. 2

NASWI personnel recognized in Seattle ...............pg. 5

Disabled American Veterans meet ......................pg. 6

Crescent Harbor sets course for adventure .........pg. 8

Memories of NAS Whidbey’s one and only ship, the USS Salisbury Sound

By DENNIS CONNOLLYWhidbey Crosswind

Wes Westlund is a Navy chaplain who had an unusual work-ing environment at Naval Air

Station Whidbey Island.He tended to his flock aboard a Navy

ship - a seaplane tender moored to the finger pier behind the commissary on the Seaplane Base. From 1965 to 1967 Westlund served aboard the USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13), or “Sally,” as her men called her, as she made one of her 19 deployments to the Western Pacific from 1946 through 1966.

Nuts and boltsSally was a Currituck-class seaplane tender, 540-feet long,

69-feet wide and drew 22 feet. She had room for 684 men with a huge hangar bay on the stern and two huge cranes that picked up seaplanes, or parts of them, easily.

She was capable of supporting two, 15-plane squadrons of Mariner type seaplanes both in material, upkeep, repair and personnel. Her shops included engine repair, hydraulic repair, carburetor repair, metal, parachute and photogenic shop. In addition to her own officers and crew, Sally was capable of bil-leting over 120 squadron officers and 200 crew members.

When Westlund was aboard the USS Salisbury Sound, she tended to P5M Marlin, one of the largest seaplanes in the Navy

with a length of 100 feet and a wingspan of 117 feet. The P5M Marlin only landed on the water as she did not have landing gear.

Westlund recalls when he was stationed in Oak Harbor, the community had one traffic light and the population was under 5,000 as opposed to more than 20,000 today. When Sally came back to Oak Harbor after deployment, you couldn’t go any-where without seeing someone from the ship. Westlund added that is was nice to see that the brown shoe contingent on Ault Field had 500 or so black shoe brethren on the Seaplane Base.

Time on the waterSally went to sea often and for long periods of time, accord-

ing to Westlund.Once the captain asked Westlund and Lt. Procetti, the electri-

cal engineering officer, to find out how much time Sally spent at sea.

“We went through the log books and when we were done I said, ‘I think we should go over these books again’ and (Procetti) agreed, ‘cause we both thought we had made a mis-take,” Westlund said. “But we went over them again and we found out that we were right. We had spent 80 percent of our time at sea and 20 percent in Oak Harbor. When we showed the results to the captain he thought we were right immediately.”

Westlund said his ship was older but clean as a whistle. The food was good and the motion at sea was comfortable, when the weather was good. But it could get hot at anchor or in port.

Haze gray and underway From 1963 to 1967, Naval Air Station Whidbey Island’s Seaplane Base was the home port of the seaplane tender USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13). PHOTO COURTESY OF WES WESTLUND

SEE SALLY | PAGE 7

Cmdr. Orville ‘Wes’ Westlund

By KATHY REEDWhidbey Crosswind

A reception will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday in Oak Harbor in honor of retired Navy Capt. Lee Paul Mankin, 90, who died following a brief illness last month at his winter home in Indian Wells, Calif.

Mankin, who was born in Mammoth Springs, Alaska, enlisted in the Navy in 1937, at age 17. His first assignment was as a radio-man on the USS California. He was accepted for flight training in Pensacola, Fla. and earned his wings in Feb., 1942.

Oak Harbor loses WWII fighter ace

SEE ACE | PAGE 3

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A season of change...

By THERON GODBOLDMass Communications

Specialist 2 VP-1

Longstanding Naval traditions are honored each time there is a change of command ceremony aboard Naval Air Station Whidbey Island.

That was certainly true last week as the command of Patrol Squadron One (VP-1), the Screaming

Eagles, was transferred from Cmdr. Troy Bauder to Cmdr. Gregory Sleppy in a ceremony last Thursday.

Bauder, who hails from Franklin, Pa., holds a bach-elor of science degree from the U.S. Naval Academy and a degree in national security and strategic studies from the Naval War College. Prior to duty at NAS Whidbey, he

reported to Navy Personnel and Command as assistant Washington placement officer and also reported to Joint IED Defeat Organization Field Team Iraq and MNCI Counter IED Operation Integrations Center as an analyst. He became the commanding officer in May, 2009, lead-ing the squadron through a six month deployment to Southwest Asia, among other things.

“I don’t have any regrets because I know the com-mand is in good hands,” said Bauder. “I know it will continue to operate at the same high level as when I

got here two years ago.”Sleppy, former execu-

tive officer of VP-1, comes from Penn Run, Pa., and has a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineer-ing from the U.S. Naval Academy. Sleppy is no stranger to the Screaming Eagles.

He has served with the squadron three times, and has a great deal of experi-ence to help him lead.

“It’s an honor to take over the command that I served all my time with,” said Sleppy. “I couldn’t think of a better group of sailors to serve with.”

Screaming Eaglesget new skipper

New leadership for VP-40By Lt. j.g. DANIEL BUCCOLA

Public Affairs Officer, VP-40

The Fighting Marlins of Patrol Squadron Forty (VP-40) held its change of command ceremony last Friday, as Cmdr. John M. Maxwell handed the reins to Cmdr. Brett W. Mietus.

The ceremony marked VP-40’s 60th change of com-mand since its commissioning on Jan. 20, 1951. The squadron was joined by guest of honor, Navy Capt. Doug Morgan, former CPRW-10 Commodore, as well as fam-ily, friends, and other distinguished visitors at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island.

Skipper Maxwell took command May 7, 2010, after VP-40 returned from its Fifth Fleet and Sixth Fleet deployments. The Inter Deployment Readiness Cycle (IDRC) has heralded many accomplishments. The Fighting Marlins flew 3422.6 flight hours, adding to the squadron’s 272,442 hours of mishap-free flight. More impressively, VP-40 is prepared to go out the door to Seventh Fleet with 11 crews qualified in anti-submarine warfare, and 12 crews qualified in anti-surface warfare, and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance readi-ness.

“The officers, chiefs, and sailors in VP-40 have done amazing things this home cycle. They have responded so well to every challenge. I am particularly honored to have been their Skipper,” said Cmdr. Maxwell. His next assign-ment will take him and his family to Norfolk, Va.

As the Marlins prepare for the approaching deploy-ment, Cmdr. Mietus is determined to continue VP-40’s home-cycle achievements.

“There is no better deployment for a P-3 squadron than the one we’re about to experience,” said Mietus. “Our daily efforts make clear that the squadron is ready to

deploy. I look forward to seeing what our sailors are able to accomplish.”

Mietus is a native of Richmond, Va., and graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy. He began his naval officer career with VP-9 in 1995. After several Fifth Fleet deploy-ments and a Seventh Fleet deployment, Mietus returned to Jacksonville, Fla., to lead the Aircraft Improvement Program (AIP) fleet introduction and be a plankowner for the community’s first Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) class.

Following Cmdr. Mietus’s tour onboard the USS John C. Stennis as the Flag Secretary for Commander, Carrier Group Seven in 2001, Mietus earned a Master’s degree in national security and strategic studies at the Naval War College in Newport, R.I.

In 2005, Cmdr. Mietus served on the OPNAV Staff as the deputy executive assistant to the director, air warfare, at the Pentagon. Two years later, he transferred to the Eastern Europe and Eurasia division of the Strategic Plans and Policy directorate on the Joint Staff.

In 2010, Cmdr. Mietus joined his third operational P-3 squadron in Whidbey Island as the executive offi-cer. Mietus brings motivation and the fortitude to lead the Fighting Marlins through a rewarding Seventh Fleet deployment.

“Over our training cycle, the Fighting Marlins have been tested and hardened,” he said. “They are ready to represent our great nation with pride and excellence as we forward deploy.”

(Top) Cmdr. Brett Mietus and Cmdr. John Maxwell salute one another during a Change of Command ceremony last Friday.(Above) Cmdr. Mietus’ wife, Willow, attaches the Command at Sea pin to his jacket. PHOTOS BY KATHY REED/WHIDBEY CROSSWIND

Cmdr. Troy Bauder, left, shakes hands with Capt. Peter Garvin as he is about to step down from his position as Commanding Officer of VP-1 at a change of command cer-emony May 5. BRYAN ILYANKOFF/WHIDBEY CROSSWIND

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So it was that at age 21, Mankin shot down his first Japanese plane during his first day of combat on Aug. 7, 1942. He and five other pilots, part of VF-5, the only fully enlisted fighting squadron, encountered 23 twin-engine Japanese bombers being escorted by 10 Zero fighters, on their way to Guadalcanal. Mankin saw a bomber by itself and took a shot. He was one of only three F4F Wildcat pilots to return that day.

Mankin was the Navy’s only enlisted Fighter Ace in World War II, having shot down five enemy planes. He described the moment several years ago in an interview with the Whidbey News-Times. Mankin said he was so close to the Japanese plane he could see the pilot in the cockpit — the one time he almost lost his concen-tration during a dog fight.

“I hesitated for a second because I realized I was aiming at a man,” Mankin said. “Before I couldn’t see the people, just the planes.”

The Ace went on to receive a commission and retired 21 years later as a captain. He moved to Westport, Wash., where he operated a charter fishing boat. He and his first wife, Kathleen, moved to Oak Harbor in 1982.

Not only was Mankin a well-known figure in the

community, his stories are the stuff of legends.

He is featured at the American Fighting Aces Museum in San Antonio, Texas and an interview conducted by the Museum of Flight in Palm Springs, Calif., is now in the Library of Congress.

Mankin is survived by his second wife, Nada, of Indian Wells, Calif., his three children, six

grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.

The reception in his honor will take place at the family home at 1031 SW Fleet St., Oak Harbor.

ACE| FROM PAGE 1

Lee Paul Mankin holds a model of the Grumman Wildcat F4F in 2009. WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES FILE PHOTO

Snyder loses battle with cancerA wake for retired Navy Lt. Cmdr. Barbara Jean Snyder, 63, Oak Harbor, will be held

from 2 to 6 p.m. Saturday at Wallin Funeral Home in Oak Harbor. Snyder died May 5 after a long battle with cancer.

A registered nurse, Snyder reported to duty at Naval Hospital Oak Harbor in 1984, where she was the quality assurance risk management coordinator. She retired from the Navy in 1990.

Following her Navy career, Snyder began to work for the Oak Harbor School District in 1992, working as an instructional assistant at North Whidbey and Oak Harbor Middle Schools, and ending her employment with the school district as the ASB secretary at Oak Harbor Middle School.

Snyder was born and raised in Chicago. She attended St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minn., where she received her Bachelor of Science in nursing. She went on to receive a Master’s degree in business administration from Pepperdine University.

She is survived by her husband, Dennis, two children, one grandchild, one brother and her parents. Snyder will be buried with full military honors at Tahoma National Cemetery in Kent.

NJROTC competes at U.S. Air Force AcademyOak Harbor High School’s Navy Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps was the only

school from the state of Washington to compete recently at the National Invitational Drill Meet held at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colo.

The competition took place April 9 and consisted of armed and unarmed drill teams, color guard and individual and special exhibition drills.

All Oak Harbor teams did well in the competition, according to instructor Bill Thiel, who shared these results at the Navy League meeting last week.

Oak Harbor’s armed drill team took seventh place out of 12 teams and the unarmed drill team took fourth place out of 12. Color guard one placed tenth out of 20 and color guard two placed eighth out of 20.

In the individual and special exhibitions, c/SCPO Chisum Sifford was seventh out of 14.

Sifford also placed second out of 80 competitors in the armed drill down. In the unarmed drill down, c/Lt. Jami Zuber came in third out of 110 competitors.

When the 26 cadets and six chaperones from Oak Harbor weren’t practicing or com-peting, they found the time to visit the Garden of the Gods, a national natural landmark in Colorado Springs, and the Olympic Training Center.

Two former OHHS graduates, Thomas Chandler and Chris Olson, gave the group a personalized tour of the Air Force Academy.

Tired and Retired Civil Service ladies to meetThe Tired and Retired Civil Service Ladies of Naval Air Station Whidbey Island will

meet for their annual no-host luncheon at 11 a.m., Thursday, May 19.Ladies will assemble at the Chief ’s Club on Ault Field Road.Those planing to attend should respond by May 16 to Barbara Wilson at 675-0515 or

to Jean Hayden at 675-2195.Organizers ask those attending to bring along a funny story about their years working

for the government.

Correction:In the April 22 issue of Whidbey Crosswind, a story

about the Gallery Golf Course should have identified opportunities for sailors with the rank E-4 and under. Crosswind regrets the error.

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Like the people we queried in our Navy Views question this week, I am not a superstitious per-son. In fact, I always find Friday the 13th to be

a pretty good day. Of course, just the fact that it’s a Friday is enough to bring a smile to my face!

But superstitious or not, it’s funny how many things we do in our day to day lives that give a nod, intentional or not, to these beliefs.

I find myself “knocking on wood” on a regular basis. While I don’t go out of my way

to avoid walking under a ladder, I do think about it, reminding myself I don’t believe in that stuff.

I do find myself feeling sorry for black cats on occasion. (However, my exhaustive research revealed that black cats are considered good luck and will bring a sailor home from the sea.)

I did manage to unearth a few seafaring super-stitions. I’m not saying our Navy sailors put any stock in these, but it would be interesting to know if anyone has heard of them:

- It’s unlucky to start a voyage on Friday.- Bananas on board are bad luck.- Throwing stones into the sea will cause storms.- Tattoos and piercings are said to ward off evil.- Pouring or spilling wine on deck is good luck.- Whistling on deck will call up the “wind devil.”- Don’t step on board with your left foot first.- Flowers on board are unlucky.- Swallows seen at sea are a good sign.- It’s unlucky to kill an albatross or a gull.

I found these online at www.pacificoffshorerig-ging.com and dockwalk.com. Read them with a grain of salt and toss them over your left shoulder.

Kathy Reed, editor

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“No. I’m not superstitious.”ERIC DELLAviation Machinist’s Mate, third class

“No. I don’t believe in superstitions.”PAM ROSEDaughter of Command Master Chief Rick Rose

“Can’t say that I do. I don’t pay any attention to it.”TROY OPPORATSAviation Electronics Technician Sr. Chief, retired

“Not really. Being in the military, Friday the 13th came like any other Friday.”JOEL HAMORLt. Cmdr.,retired

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NASWI personnel honored in Seattle

By KATHY REEDWhidbey Crosswind

Seattle’s Federal Executive Board acknowl-edged several workers from Naval Air Station Whidbey Island for out-standing job performance last week.

At a ceremony held at the Jackson Federal Building in Seattle, Sherry Yates, Mark VanOort and employees of Navy Whidbey Recycle were all recognized for their contributions as federal employees, receiving 2011 Public Service Recognition Awards.

“Once a command or an agency meets our criteria, we recognize them in a celebration of public ser-vice,” said Anne Tiernan, SFEB executive director. “Employees have to go above and beyond. It’s usually your cream of the crop.”

Navy Whidbey Recycle

was one of the agencies recognized for outstanding performance.

“We had the opportu-nity to submit our crew for recognition and had the privilege of being selected for the second time in three years,” said Kassie Gale, recycling office tech-nician for Navy Whidbey Recycle. “One of the things we excel in is our rate of recycling, which fluctuates between 75 to 81 percent at any given time.”

According to the SFEB, the recycling center’s waste stream diversion averaged 78.7 percent from 2008 to 2010, and is averaging just over 80 percent this year. The team was also cred-ited with generating more than $1.3 million in sales revenue while saving more than $4 million in solid waste disposal fees.

The recycling center was also hailed for its cre-ation of the Department of Defense Northwest

Recycle Team in 2010, which connects military recycling programs in the Northwest.

“It was a big deal to get that off the ground this last year,” Gale said. “We’ve had several opportunities to get together (with other military recycling centers) and share best practices.”

Airport Facilities Manager at NAS Whidbey, Mark VanOort, was recog-nized for his development and coordination of flight line construction projects, which improved the func-tionality of the base’s run-ways, taxiways and aircraft parking ramps.

Finally, Morale, Welfare and Recreation sponsor-ship coordinator, Sherry Yates, was also honored.

According to the SFEB, Yates’ performance, lead-ership and dedication to single sailors and deploy-ing units improved the readiness and morale of all commands assigned to NAS Whidbey.

VanOort and Yates could not be reached for comment.

For more information on the public service rec-ognition program, go to www.seattlefeb.us.

Navy Whidbey’s Recycling Center team: (Front, from left) Andy Manlangit, Don Burd, Tracy Hardwick, Christa Caldwell and Kassie Gale. (Back, from left) Cmdr. Michael Dysart, NASWI public works officer, Paul Brewer, NASWI integrated solid waste program man-ager, Wendy Zook, Russ Hawkins, Shane Mallams, Matt Smith, Mike Reetz, and Steve Boneau. Not pictured are Oliver (Rusty) Elam, Ken Holwitz, Doug Reed, and Donna Fakkema.PHOTO BY TONY POPP, NASWI PUBLIC AFFAIRS/COURTESY OF NAVY WHIDBEY RECYCLE

More than 150 bowlers got together to raise money for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Island County during the 13th annual Bowl For Kids’ Sake at Oak Bowl in Oak Harbor last Saturday, including several teams from Naval Air Station Whidbey Island.

There were two teams from Fleet Air Reconnaissance Squadron (VQ) 2, the Rangers, a team from Air Wing 10 as well as a team from the First Class Petty Officer’s Association.

Participants bowled for fun prizes, pizza and bragging rights while helping to raise funds for the mentoring agency.

The fun continues Saturday in Coupeville when more teams will join the effort.

It’s not too late to support your favorite team or BBBS. You can donate to a team directly or you can donate

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A prayer, a pledge and a roll call opened the meet-ing of Disabled American Veterans, Chapter 47, last week in Oak Harbor.

Members gathered to swear in new leadership, discuss events related to the club and the upcoming state conference in June.

“It was pretty much a regular meeting,” said David Michel, past post-commander and chapter service officer.

There were 13 members present at the May 5 meet-ing. The officers sworn in for one-year terms were: Charles Muggs Monahan, senior vice commander; Floyd Hawkins, junior vice commander; Dottie Michel, junior vice com-mander; Melissa Vaughn, treasurer; John Callahan,

commander; Steve DeAvilla, post commander; and Michelle McClain, adjutant.

Officers were sworn in prior to June’s Department of Washington State Convention, which will be held in Yakima. Disabled American Veterans from all over the state will con-gregate to discuss issues affecting veterans and vet-eran’s rights.

Regular business includ-ed an update by the chap-lain, and there was also an explanation of death ben-efits. In addition, two new members, Mark Takaoka and Jennifer Marzocca, were sworn in.

Michel said he’s seen a lot of changes since he was first elected post com-mander.

“When I took over 12 years ago we didn’t have much money and we weren’t very successful,” Michel said. “Now we have increased the number of service officers to 12 and the number of volunteer drivers for our van to approximately 15.

Service officers help vet-erans fill out claims for ser-

vice disabilities or injuries they received during their time of service and help write loan applications for education and tuition.

Service officers also help following the death of a veteran. If a spouse files for Dependent Indemnity Compensation, that can give the surviving spouse money to help make a mortgage payment or to pay other bills.

In other business, mem-bers discussed the traveling

Vietnam Veteran Memorial Wall and whether mem-bers could afford to have it visit Oak Harbor. The cost would be $20,000. Some 58,000 Americans were killed and 300,000 were injured during the Vietnam war, adding to the ranks of disabled veterans .

“Also coming is the Mobile Service Van which is set up by national ser-vice,” said Michel. “When we had it in the Safeway Parking lot we had 85

people show up. 75 per-cent didn’t know there was a Disabled American Veterans in Oak Harbor.”

There are many other services the DAV can offer to veterans, including information and organiza-tions they can contact to help veterans collect ben-efits for injuries, education, tuition or for help with what to do in the event a partner’s death.

To commemorate the tenth anniversary of

September 11, a “Never Forget” challenge coin shown. The coins will be sold for $10 each, with all proceeds going to the local chapter. The coins will be available at the DAV office on the Seaplane Base.

The Disabled American Veterans’ services are free to all veterans and their families, supported by dues and contributions from the public.

It receives no govern-ment funds.

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Locally Made Wines to SampleLocally Grown & Prepared Food to Enjoy

Participating Wineries & Tasting Rooms:Comforts of Whidbey . Blooms Winery on Whidbey

Spoiled Dog Winery . Ott & Murphy Wines . Holmes Harbor CellarsGreenbank Cellars . Greenbank FarmParticipating Food Vendors:

Little Brown Farm Cheese . Three Sisters Beef . Whidbey Pies CateringOvations Catering . Island Concierge Services . Madistone Pizzeria

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Memorial Day weekend, besides being the unofficial start to summer, is also one of the deadliest times of year on the nation’s roads, and impaired driving is a large part of the problem.

To help ensure a safe holiday weekend, all active duty personnel, military dependents over age 12 and civilian

workers at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island are invited to attend an Impaired Driving Impact Panel of Island County presentation on May 26.

The reserving command is Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 142, but organizers say there are plenty of seats still available for this safety training. The panel will start at 1 p.m. at the Skywarrior Theater. There is no late admittance, so those attending are encouraged to be seated by 12:45 p.m.

The IDIPIC program is endorsed by the Naval Safe Center, Navy Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention Program and NAS Whidbey. The panel can be used for year-round education as well as pre-deployment and

holiday safety emphasis; personnel who may have alcohol or other drug issues; personnel, their dependents and Department of Defense members who have been arrested for DUI or minor in possession; or personnel sent to Captain’s Mast for alcohol or other drug issues.

“Impairment starts with the first drink. It affects your judgement,” said IDIPIC director JoAnn Hellmann. “Studies show your reaction and thinking are off. So many people mishear what we’re saying. It’s about being a responsible drinker, driver, host or parent.”

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“There was only air con-ditioning in the officers’ ward room, so when we got under way we put can-vas scoops on the portholes and they forced fresh air down into the ship. It made it a little more tolerable for the crew,” said Westlund.

Interesting serviceMost of the time

Westlund spent at anchor, Sally’s men tended to sea-planes in Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam, from which many surveillance and anti-sub-marine patrol flights were made.

“We pumped our mil-lionth gallon of aviation fuel in Cam Ranh Bay, which is a lot for a seaplane tender,” Westlund said.

The USS Salisbury Sound went to many Pacific ports in her day, including Yokosuka, Japan; Buckner Bay, Okinawa; Sangley Point in Manila Bay, Philippines; DaNang, South Vietnam; and Bangkok, Thailand, among others.

Westlund liked Thailand and Japan but said one of his most interesting stops was Taiwan, where the

Nationalist party leader of China, Chiang Kai-shek, had fled in 1949 to avoid the communists and newly formed People’s Republic of China.

There were posters and banners of Kai-shek’s pic-ture stretching 30 and 40 feet high, he said.

One day the chaplain came down to the pier and took Westlund to dinner at the Inland Christian Mission. The talk turned to the aborigines on the island who had been head-hunters. The lived on a mountain with treacher-ous, but passable roads. Westlund and several other sailors found themselves on a bus going up the mountain.

Once at top among the aborigines, Westlund heard about the headhunters’ conversion.

“The headhunters told a missionary who was try-ing to explain Christianity to them that they could not believe in his God,” Westlund said. “(They said) ‘I won’t believe what you (missionaries) are say-ing unless you go to a hut and live for a time without dying.’”

Westlund explained that

everyone who had stayed in the hut and spent the night had never come out alive. The headhunters told them if they survived, they would believe them.

The missionaries accept-ed the offer and came out alive. All the aboriginals converted to Christianity and stopped headhunting.

Westlund was offered a headhunters’ sword, but thought it might prove dif-ficult to explain why the chaplain was crossing the quarter deck with it.

A long careerWestlund was a prot-

estant chaplain. He did the morning and evening prayers over the 1MC, the intercom system on the ship, luncheon prayer in the ward room and held services in the library or the mess decks.

On October 27, 1966 the ship left Cam Ran Bay, Vietnam for the last time and pulled into Oak Harbor Nov. 21, 1967.

That cruise was 11

months long and Westlund smiles when he remembers it. He served 22 years and retired in Oak Harbor as a commander.

The Navy was a life he chose and he’s glad he chose it.

As for seaplane tenders, he sailed on one of the last.

Seaplanes and seaplane tenders came to an end with the Navy in 1967.

The USS Salisbury Sound left Oak Harbor and anchored at Pier Delta in Bremerton.

“We took her to Bremerton in January, 1967 and she ended a 21-year career,” Westlund said.

On July 8, 1968 an SP-5B Marlin of VP-40 at Naval Air Station North Island in San Diego made the last seaplane flight for the U.S. Navy.

It closed the book on seaplane patrol operations and ended more than 50 years of seaplane service.

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With the arrival of boating season and

improving weather on the horizon, many people sta-tioned at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island yearn to get out on the water or are on the lookout for outdoor activities to enjoy.

Crescent Harbor Adventures may hold the answer to their sporting questions.

Sure, Crescent Harbor offers plenty of boats to rent, but it isn’t just boats that draw the military customers, it’s everything else, too.

Crescent Harbor Adventures, located on the Seaplane Base in the Marina behind the com-missary, offers a full gamut of gear.

They have camping gear — from tents and sleeping bags to lanterns and stoves.

If you don’t feel like camping in a tent, you can choose to use a pop-up

camper or camping trailer — family camping pack-ages are available.

You can get hiking and biking gear, canoes and kayaks and all the gear to go along with them, plus mountaineering, fishing and boating gear.

If you’re in need of a boat, you’re in luck.

Crescent Harbor Adventures has boats float-ing in the marina or ready to go on a trailer.

They carry aluminum lake boats of various sizes, Bass boats, Navigator Sports boats, 18-foot center console boats and sailboats, both open and with cabins.

But you might want to make reservations for boats after July 1, said Mike Rowe, recreational manager of Crescent Harbor Adventures and the Convergence Zone, because that’s the begin-ning of crabbing season, and that’s serious business.

“It’s a big deal for the marina,” said Rowe. “Practically all of our boats are in the water until late

September during crab-bing season and Friday we’re crazy with boats. And this year crabbing season is open Thursday through Monday.”

Crab and shrimp pots and rings are available for rent at Crescent Harbor Adventures, as are fishing rods and gear.

They also offer sailboat and kayak instruction.

But if you want to get out on the water, you must be qualified to paddle, motor or sail the boat away from the dock.

Anyone interested should have a Washington state boaters safety card, a certificate from the Coast Guard or other recognized boating organization.

As far as the documen-tation goes, getting it is not that hard. Rowe said you can get some of it online, at Crescent Harbor Adventures, and there’s also a Navy sailing club on base or the Coast Guard.

Just make sure you have a card before you decide to rent a boat.

It’s also wise to have a float plan, an extra person if using a bigger boat and a cell phone (not required, but eminently helpful). All can make it safer for you to rent a boat.

These services are avail-able to all active duty, reserve or retired military, according to Rowe.

It’s easy to access the gear, but it can be habit-forming.

“A family from the mid-dle of the country gets out here and they start renting camping gear and then a camping trailer,” said Rowe. “Then they’re looking to store their RV in our lot.”

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Contact them:Crescent Harbor Adventures is located at NAS Whidbey Island Seaplane Base, 150 West Tulagi, Building 2735.Hours are 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday through Monday. Call the office at 257-1164 or customer ser-vice at 257-4842. Find out about their adventures at navylife.com or www.facebook.com/WhidbeyFFR.

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Spring Outings offered by Crescent Harbor Adventures:Anacortes Forestlands After Work Hike: June 27, 4:30 to 8 p.m. Register by June 26. Cost: Free; includes guide and transportation. This hike will explore the Whistle Lake and Sugarloaf Mountain areas of the Anacortes Community Forest Lands. Beginners are welcome. Bring you own snacks and water.

Sea Kayak Class: June 7-8, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Register by June 5.Cost: $55; includes guide and kayaking gear; class is three sessions. View a video and complete required paperwork and testing at Crescent Harbor Adventures prior to first class. Learn how to get in and out of kayak, what to do if your kayak capsizes and various rescue techniques. Head out on the open water in the third session to develop paddling skills and learn the rules of the sea

Enjoying the Northwest Outdoors: May 19, 5:30 to 8 p.m. Register by May 18. Free, open to ages 10 and older. Take a look at the parks, hiking haunts and camping areas that are everyone’s favorites as well as a few hidden gems. Explore water activities such as kayaking, paddle boarding and fishing. The information provided is applicable to al audiences. This workshop will be held in Crescent Harbor Adventures’ Classroom.

Memorial Day Disc Golf Tournament: May 30, 12:30 to 6 p.m. Register by May 25, free. Disc Golf is a rapidly growing sport that challenges your control as you throw, avoiding obstacles and sticking to the greens and fairways, as in the game of golf. There are several categories to participate in. This tournament begins at the gym on Ault Field.

Wenatchee River Rafting: June 4, 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Register by May 26. Cost is $85 and includes

transportation, equipment, rafting guide and lunch. Open to ages 10 and up. Whitewater river rafting offers diverse scenery and excellent rapids. Beginners and veterans can both enjoy stretches of the river named Rock ‘N Roll, Drunkard’s Drop, Gorilla Falls and the Suffocator. Bring snacks. Trip departs from Crescent Harbor Adventures’ Boathouse Deck.

Penn Cove Kayak Tour: June 11, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost is $30 and includes guide, transportation, wetsuit and paddling gear. Register by June 9. Penn Cove features a three-mile-long sandy crescent beach with birds of prey, a wharf and a small town. Upon arrival at the wharf there will be a chance to explore and enjoy lunch before you paddle back. You must have completed Beginners Kayak Class to be eligible for this trip. Trip will depart from Crescent Harbor Adventures. Hold-harmless and medical screening forms must be completed prior to departure. Please bring a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen as you will be on the water.

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In addition, the office has been redone to display the gear they offer on one wall, like snowboards, snow shoes, packs, warm, waterproof clothing, stoves, climbing boots and hel-mets.

In addition there’s a table and chairs next to the gear wall to sit in front of a monitor and watch DVD’s, or go over books on your favorite adventure.

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The center will offer 11 week-long sessions between June 21 and Sept. 2 for kids in kindergarten through fifth grade. Sessions will take place Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Cost is based on family income.

There will also be specialty camps offered for various ages. Cowboy Chefs, for children in grades three through eight, will take place July 18 to 22. Saddle Up Horse Camp is for ages 8 to 14 and will take place July 25 to 29. Children from age 7 to 17 can take part in Bowling Camp from Aug. 8 to 12, and 4-H Space Cowboys will be held from Aug. 29 to Sept. 2, with sessions for children in kin-dergarten to grade three and those in grades four through eight.

There will be a Lil’ Cowpokes Club for 4 to 6-year-olds plus a number of day trips and soccer camps.

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Skywarrior TheaterFriday, May 6Double Feature Night

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FRI., MAY 13Little Strikers: Parents are encouraged to bring children ages 2-5 to learn to bowl at the Convergence Zone on Naval Air Station Whidbey Island from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. each Friday. Bowling is followed by a learning- or holiday-themed craft in the Media Zone. Children must be supervised. Call 257-2432, 257-2702 or 257-2074 or go to www.navylifepnw.com for details.

SAT., MAY 14Casting call: The Whidbey Playhouse community theater in Oak Harbor will be holding auditions Saturday at 2 p.m. and Sunday at 7 p.m. for the upcoming performance of the play “A Bad Year for Tomatoes.” This comedy has roles for

four men and three women. Auditions consist of actors cold-reading selected scenes from the play. Actors may also showcase their talent by giving an individual reading of any material at the end of each audition. Scripts are available to check out through the box office. The show will run for three weekends, from Sept. 9 to 25. Go to www.whidbeyplayhouse.com for more information.

Ali Marcus in concert: Anacortes singer Ali Marcus will perform live at the Oak Harbor Library at 2 p.m. on Saturday. A folk-inspired singer-songwriter, Marcus has performed at festivals around the country. The concert is free and will be held outdoors if the weather permits. Call 675-5115 for information.

NASWI Memorial Day Run: Naval Air Station Whidbey Island will hold a Memorial Day Run at 11 a.m. Saturday, beginning at the gym and running along Seaview Trail. Choose from three distances: 1.5 miles, 5K or 10K. The run is open to all ages and it is free to participate. Pre-registration is encouraged, but must be completed by 10:45 a.m. on race day. T-shirts are available on a first come, first served basis. Call 257-2433, 257-2420 or 257-6936 or go to www.navylifepnw.com for information.

Best Ball Tournament: Naval Air Station Whidbey Island’s Gallery Golf Course is holding a Best Ball Tournament beginning Saturday. The tournament features two-man, match play. Green fees apply

for each match. Gallery Golf Course is open to the public. Call 257-2178 or go to www.gallerygolfcourse.com for details.

Festival of flowers and fairies: Enjoy peak blooming season from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday at Meerkerk Gardens in Greenbank. Children of all ages love this tradition of making forest fairies from woodland materials. Call 678-1912 for ticket information.

SUN., MAY 15Sunday Farmers Market: A Farmers Market will be held each Sunday through Sept. 25 at Greenbank Farm. Hours are from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Local farmers and food producers participate in this weekly event. There will be cooking demonstrations, plant clinics and other activities. Call 678-7700 for information.

THURS., MAY 19Tired and Retired Civil Service Ladies of NAS Whidbey Island: The group will meet for its annual no-host luncheon at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Chief’s Club on Ault Field Road in Oak Harbor. Bring a funny story about your years working for the government. Call Barbara at 675-0515 or Jean at 675-2195 by May 16 to respond.

FRI., MAY 20Whidbey Playhouse auditions: Whidbey Playhouse community theater in Oak Harbor will be casting for the off-season show “Talking With” on Friday, May 20 at 6:30 p.m. and Saturday, May 21 at 4:30 p.m. This show has

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St. Mary Catholic Church in CoupevillePastor Jeffrey Spencer

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Sunday Services8:30 am, 10:00 am & 11:30 am

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The Rev. Paul Orritt

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8:00 am --- Worship and Holy Communion9:30 am --- Adult Formation (study) nursery and childcare10:30 am --- Worship and Holy Communion nursery and childcare

Sunday school for young ones Youth class (ages 12 and over)

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Sunday Worship ........8:15 & 10:00 amSunday School ........................10:00 amYouth Ministries-Choirs-Bible Studies

Dave Johnson, PastorHunter Stapp, Youth & Family Minister675-2441 • www.ohfumc.org1050 SE Ireland St • Oak Harbor

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Oak HarborUnited Pentecostal Church

Sunday Service - NoonWednesday Bible Study 7pm

Pastor Mark Dillon404-661-4653

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Oak Harbor, WA 98277

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Justin Ross, Youth DirectorKurt Imbach, Adult Facilitator

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“To Know Christ & Make Him Known”Sunday Morning:Worship Assembly -------------------------9:30 amBible Classes for all ages --------------- 11:00 amWednesday Bible Classes ----------------6:30 pm

Joe Cook, Preaching Ministerwww.churchofchrist-oh.org

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Sunday Worship .......................................9:00 a.m.Sunday Bible Study ...............................10:00 a.m.Sunday Evening ...................................... 5:00 p.m.Wednesday Evening ............................... 6:00 p.m.

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Jerry 679-3986 or Loren 679-8577

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Children’s Sunday School • 10:00 am

555 SE Regatta Dr. • Oak HarborThe Rev. Patricia Eustis

ConcordiaLutheranChurch

Missouri SynodWorship Service .........................Sunday 10:00amAdult Bible Study & Sunday School .....11:15amEvening Service ....................Wednesday 6:30pm

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roles for 11 women, ages 22 to 65. The play is 11 different monologues. The cast does not interact with each other on stages. This play will have three performances July 21 to 23. Those interested may check out scripts through the box office. Call 679-2237 or go to www.whidbeyplayhouse.com for details.

Old dances to replace car rally: Island County Historical Museum has scratched its “Wheels On Whidbey” road rally fundraiser, originally scheduled for June 25. Museum Executive Director

Rick Castellano said that, with the present high gas prices, “the board felt it was not the right event to be promoting at this time. Islanders will still have a chance to help the museum while having fun, however. A fundraising dance will be held May 20 at the Coupeville Rec Hall featuring a ‘60s and ‘70s theme; and in the fall there will be a major fundraising auction. Call 678-3310.

SAT., MAY 21“Meet Me in St. Louis” casting call: Auditions will be held May 21 and 22 for the Whidbey Playhouse community theater production of the musical “Meet Me in St. Louis.” This

family-friendly show has speaking and singing parts for six women, ages 17 to 60, five men, ages 19 to 75 and two girls, ages 6 to 13. There are several bit parts and a large singing/dancing chorus of all ages. Auditions will consist of cold readings, and everyone should have at least 16 measures of a song prepared. The show will run from Nov. 4 to 27. Call 679-2237 or go to www.whidbeyplayhouse.com for information.

Dance competition team auditions: Island Dance will conduct auditions for next season’s 2010-2011 dance competition team on Saturday, May 21, with the first group starting at 11:30

a.m. at the Island Dance, Studio #2, Ken’s Korner Shopping Center, in Clinton. For audition instructions, times and registration, call 341-1282 or email [email protected].

Savor Spring Food and Wine Tour: Come enjoy the local flavor of Whidbey Island with this event that combines locally grown and produced foods with local wines produced by Whidbey Island’s seven wineries. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, May 21 and Sunday, May 22 at historic Greenbank Farm. There will be wines and food for sale, along with food products and wares for sale by local vendors. The Sunday

Farmers Market is open this weekend as well. Call 678-7700 for information.

The Radio in 1946: This year’s “Old Time Radio – Live on Stage,” will be performed May 21 at South Whidbey High School’s auditorium and May 28 at Oak Harbor High School’s auditorium. Tickets are $20 and are on sale online at www.kwparadio.org and at local stores. The theme of this year’s show is “A Day on the Radio in 1946,” and will also feature a 1946 newscast and a big band show with the top hits of 1946.

Kids Fun Run: Children ages 5 to 13 can participate in the America’s Kids Fun Run

on Saturday, May 21 at the Naval Air Station Whidbey Island Youth Center on Wake Avenue in Oak Harbor. The free event begins with check-in at 8 a.m. Start times will be divided by distance and age group. Ages 9 to 13 will do a two mile run, beginning at 8:30 a.m. Children age 7 and 8 will do a one mile run, beginning at 9 a.m. The last group of 5- and 6-year-olds will run a half mile, with a starting time of 9:30 a.m. Online registration is available now at www.americaskidsrun.org. The first 100 participants will receive a free T-shirt. Call 257-3150 or go to www.navylifepnw.com for information.

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Three new swivel bar stools, $100. Whidbey. (360)672-7263

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Oak HarborAnnual Swantown Ridge Community Garage Sale this Saturday, May 14! Several HOUSES participating. Baby items, fishing gear, clothes, furniture, tools, and MUCH more! Starting at 7amOAK HARBOR DOLL HOUSES & mina- tures. Var ious household, 1924 Ford Model T & too much more to list!!! Saturday, May 14th from 10am to 2pm at 2550 SW Talon Loop. No early birds. Cash only.OAK HARBORFRIDAY AND Saturday, May 13th-14th, 9am-?, 1612 SW Rober t son Dr ive. Fundraiser For China Orphanage. Huge Variety, Come Check It Out!

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16 ’ SMOKERCRAFT, 2005. 6’9” Beam, 40hp H o n d a , L o n g S h a f t , Power Tilt, Alternator, Trailer. Low hours. Pot puller. $6,800. (360)240- 1803

1992 STRATOS 22 ’ , with 150 Johnson Ocean Runner (Ficht fuel injec- tion) and 9.9 Evenrude. Radio, radar, simrad CP 31/CX33, Scotty depth power down rigger, Ace L i n e h a u l e r, c ra b & shrimp pots with bouys and line, 1992 EZ Load- er trailer. Asking price $17,500. Call: (360)376- 2373 View at Westsound Marina, Orcas.



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AutomobilesAudi

2001 AUDI A6 2.8 Quat- tro. Wonderfully fun car that runs great and has been well taken care of! Heated front/ rear seats, Bose sound sys tem, sunroof, Homelink remote, ski sack, 3 seat a n d m i r r o r m e m o r y, leather, tinted windows a n d m o r e ! R e g u l a r scheduled maintenance pape rwo r k i nc l uded . Ask ing $6 ,000 . Ana- cor tes. Cal l 360-298- 4217.

AutomobilesNissan

2001 NISSAN ALTIMA GXE. 87,500 miles, 4 door sedan, automatic, a l l power. Whi te wi th grey interior. Well maintained in great conditon! Family owned and reliable commuter. $4,500 obo. 360-378-5072 or 360-298-1617, San Jaun Island, Friday Harbor.

2006 NISSAN Sentra 1.8S. 14,530 miles, six CD changer, Rockford a m p l i f i e r , F o s g a t e 300W. Spor t appear- ance, rear spoiler, special “Radium” color, fog lights, SE-R style front grill, 16” Alloy Wheels, leather wrapped steering wheel, in cabin microfil- ter. Complete mainte- n a n c e r e c o r d s . O n e owner. Clean, Clean, Clean!! Only $11,000!! Cal l : 1-360-612-0496 Friday Harbor

AutomobilesVolvo

1989 VOLVO WAGON; 4 Cylinder turbo charged 2.3 liter, second owner and non-smoker. Excep- tionally well maintained and reliable, always gar- aged, very clean inside and out! 220,000 miles. New battery and tires, owner’s manual, service records and original window sticker. Gold metal- lic paint. $4,900. Ana- cortes. Daytime 9am to 5pm, 360-293-1887.


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2000 FORD F250 Super Duty automat ic 4WD, Triton Z-10 engine, tow p a c k a g e i n c l u d e s Gooseneck hitch. Rear bench seat. Nice black paint. Well maintained. Good tires. New brakes. Excellent truck for tow- ing boats, horse trailers, etc. $6,850. (360)775- 1447 Whidbey Island

Pickup TrucksGMC

2001 GMC SONOMA P i ckup SLS Ed i t i on ; 4WD, Ext Cab, V-6, 4.3 liter, 90,000 miles. New; cap, rotor, valve cover gaskets. Automatic, 3rd door, 3 seater, ABS. Power steering, locks, windows. Sl iding rear window, air conditioning, pickup shell, spray liner, tow ball & light packag- es. $7,000/ obo. Coupe- ville. 360-678-2912.

Sport Utility VehiclesFord

2007 FORD ESCAPE XLT. V6, 4 wheel drive, anti lock brakes, air con- d i t i o n i n g , a u t o m a t i c transmission, roof rack, dua l a i r bags , a l l oy wheels, 6 disc CD player and only 74,000 miles. Recent complete detail- ing and regular maintenance se r v i ce . Ve r y good condition, reliable and wel l mainta ined! Asking $12,500. Coupe- ville. 360-678-1401.

Sport Utility VehiclesNissan

2005 NISSAN Pathfinder LE . Lea the r, Hea ted Seats, Navigation, DVD/ CD. Only 96,0000 miles. $18,500 obo. Bremerton. Ca l l Kathy, 360-710- 3174.

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2006 KAWASAKI 650R Ninja Sport Bike. Great first bike, beautiful condition! Female tried to ride, but i t wasn’ t for her, great deal at $4,000. Gorgeous si lver color with burgandy. Complete stock bike under 500 miles. Must see! Brand new cove r i nc l uded . Sweet! Call Tom 360- 378-4647.

Tents & Travel Trailers

24’ 2008 HILO Towlite Trailer. Telescoping trailer with tip out. Sleeps and feeds six. Full kitchen, stove with oven, 3 way refrigerator, 2 way hot water, air conditioning, propane furnace, full bath, awning, full cover and much more! Tows safely, nimbly, less wind resistance, lower center of gravity, saves fuel. $16,950 obo. Poulsbo. Call 360-697-4962.

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24’ WILDERNESS Trav- el Trailer and RV/ Toy Hauler. Fully self con- tained with 6’x8’ aluminum diamond plate toy hauler deck. Beautiful inside and out! AC unit, full kitchen & microwave. Like new interior. Great for traveling & weekend getaways! Over $1,500 in upgrades. $5,395 obo. Oak Harbor. 360-675- 4036 360-720-9116.

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