Sky Ranger 2011 January

January 2011 2010 in Review...pg 8-9

SKY RANGER
Vol. 68, Issue 1
NAS Fort Worth JRB, Texas

Wounded Veteran Inside...

to Receive Custom Home
BY RANDY SMITH
NAS Fort Worth
JRB Celebrates
MLK Birthday
On Jan. 17, the nation will observe Dr. Martin Luther
King Jr. Day, commemorating America’s greatest civil rights
champion. Aboard NAS Fort Worth JRB military personnel
will have the federal holiday off. However, several events will
highlight the holiday beforehand.

SEE PAGE 4

PHOTO BY FRA

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BY RANDY SMITH Little did he know that there were people about

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months of rehabilitation. continued on page 17 SEE PAGE 2

NAS Fort Worth JRB Becomes
an OSHA Challenge Participant Improvements
BY FRED HABENICHT
AND JAMES WRIGHT Made to Military
NAS Fort Worth JRB has now been accepted into
the Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Parkway
(OSHA) Challenge program.
A Challenge participant is a worksite that has been Military Parkway and other parts of the base have been
accepted into the OSHA Challenge for the purpose given a face-lift. The renewal includes some signs and road
of developing or improving its safety and health markings.
management system. SEE PAGE 10
Challenge will cater to employers wanting to im-
prove their safety and health management systems PHOTO BY MC2 (AW) BRADLEY DAWSON
and expedite their efforts to attain the Voluntary The Safety and Occupational Health Department presents
Protection Program (VPP) status by providing a the letter of acceptance of NAS Fort Worth JRB from OSHA
(Occupational Health and Safety Administration) to the Voluntary
“roadmap” to guide them through the process. Protection Program, Challenge Pilot State 1. From left, Capt. T.D.
The “roadmap” refers to the defined set Smyers, Jack MaCallum, David Martinez, Fred Hebernicht, Chris
continued on page 19 Carter and James Wright.

Visit us on the web at www.cnic.navy.mil/FortWorth

p. 2 January 2011

CAPTAIN’S LOG: boats

SKY RANGER
•Fiber optic infrastructure
FIRSTS AND LASTS •Renovated BX and Food Court
… and this is just some of the
BY CAPT. T.D. SMYERS Parade
NAS Fort Worth JRB, Texas opportunities we know about!
2011 has arrived! •New building signs across our
One of the best things about
The Official Base Newspaper of Naval Air Station With our return to work, base
working on a joint base is that no
Fort Worth Joint Reserve Base, Texas routine, school and responsibility •A new main gate and base sign
two days go down exactly alike.
comes another transition — a •A new “Crossroads Teen
Our flexibility and adaptability
Naval Air Station Fort Worth Joint Reserve Base transition on what we ponder. Center”
Commanding Officer are tested daily, but that’s part
Reduced is reflection on the •A new, automated, East Gate
Capt. T.D. Smyers of what makes this job exciting.
year past; replaced by hopeful •A new flight line security
We can also look forward to the
expectation about what we solution
Naval Air Station Fort Worth Joint Reserve Base continuation of all the great
will experience, achieve, •A full-shift increase in our
Public Affairs Officer stuff we’ve already got going in
inspire and conquer Security staffing
Mr. Don Ray operations, MWR and teamwork!
together in the coming •Bus service to the base
While these “firsts” fill us with
Editor months. provided by The “T”
hopeful expectation, I’ve also
Kathleen Bynum NAS Fort Worth JRB has •A new Joint Single
found myself reflecting on some
(817) 782-7815 much in store this Warrior (Liberty) Center
“lasts.”
kathleen.bynum.ctr@navy.mil year, including: •Renovated football
With the base change of
•VPP STAR and softball fields
command scheduled for this July,
Staff Certification •Safer roads and
MC2(AW) Bradley Dawson this letter marks the midpoint of
•Our Centennial crossings
AZ2 Crystal Janes my final year in command, and my
of Naval Aviation •New parking across
final year of service in the Navy.
Air Power Expo (yeah, the base
The Sky Ranger is an authorized newspaper published on I’ll post more reflections on “lasts”
baby!) •Marina renovation and
the second Thursday of every month for the installation’s tenant as that day approaches, but I can
•Fort Worth’s first snack bar
commands, base military personnel, civilian employees and retir- already tell you that expectation
“Navy Week” •Expanded rental boat
ees of the Naval Air Station Fort Worth Joint Reserve Base, Texas. is a lot more fun than reflection.
•Our first “Texas fleet, including both
The editorial content of this newspaper is prepared, edited With that - bring on 2011!
Independence Day” pontoon and speed
and provided by the Public Affairs Office. News items, photos
and event briefs must be submitted by noon on the last Friday
of the month. The Public Affairs Office is in building 1510 (Chen-

CO’s Suggestion Box
nault Ave.) News ideas and questions can be directed to the edi-
tor by calling (817) 782-7815 or faxed at 782-3293. All materials
are subject to editing.
Note: This month’s • Add some computers
The Sky Ranger is an authorized publication for members of
“Suggestion Box” letter was • Decorate the place
the military service. Its content does not necessarily reflect the
official views of the U.S. Government, the Department of De- actually hand-delivered! with bright colors
fense, or the U.S. Navy, and does not imply endorsement thereof. A group of teenagers • Add a kitchen
The appearance of advertising in the publication, including who live in base housing invested significant time I’m proud of our base
inserts or supplements, does not constitute endorsement by the and shoe leather in circulating a petition for a teen teens; it’s because of
Department of Defense, Naval Air Station Fort Worth Joint Re- center. With dozens of signatures from teens in their diligent efforts and
serve Base, or Full Amor Group of the products advertised. Ad- Carswell Housing and Nimitz Housing, the petition professional, organized
vertisers are responsible for accuracy of ads contained herein. was a compelling request for a robust haven for approach that this
Everything advertised in the publication shall be made study, play and social interaction among our base’s project was moved off
available for purchase, use, or patronage without regard to race, teenage population. of the back burner. The
color, religion, gender, national origin, age, martial status, physi- plans are already drawn
cal handicap, political affiliation, or any other nonmerit factor of Not only is this a great idea, but it’s one that MWR has
up and renovations will
purchaser, user, or patrons. had cooking for some time now.
begin next month!
The Sky Ranger is published by Full Armor Group, a private Over the recent holiday school break, a prototype teen
The new “Crossroads Teen Center” is scheduled for
firm, in no way connected with the Department of Defense, or center was opened at the Action Zone, equipped with
completion in time for summer vacation. Since the
the U.S. Navy, under exclusive contract with the U.S. Navy. The Xbox 360 kinect and other interactive game systems.
Center won’t be available for spring break, Center staff is
circulation is 10,000. Teens were invited to not only spend time there, but also
planning a trip to fill the void.
POSTMASTER: Send address changes to NAS Fort Worth JRB to provide input on what they wanted the place to be like.
This is a good news story. Thanks to Kimberlee Spencer
Public Affairs Office, 1510 Chennault Ave., Fort Worth, Texas, 76127 Some of their ideas included:
and her team for leadership and vision in making this
The Sky Ranger is a registered trademark of the United States • Set up some field trips
happen; and thanks to our enterprising young people for
of America. • Host some “lock-in” events
stepping up and participating in making our base that
Advertisements are solicited by the publisher and inquiries • Include some sports
much better a place to live and work! BZ!
regarding advertisements should be directed to the Public Af- • Expand space and seating
fairs Office at 817.782.7815 or call Full Armor Group directly at
817.887.8470.
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February, Naval Air Station Fort Worth Through this program, service members can save
Joint Reserve Base will once again offer hundreds of dollars on tax preparation fees, according
free tax preparation services to active duty, to Chief Andrea Navarro.
dependents and retirees. Reservists on active duty for continued on page 18


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NAS Fort Worth JRB Celebrates MLK Birthday
different races still lives on.
Aboard Naval Air Station Fort “I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true
Worth Joint Reserve Base military
BY KATHLEEN BYNUM
personnel will have the federal
meaning of its creed; ‘We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all
On Jan. 17, the nation will observe holiday off. However, several men are created equal.’ I have a dream that one day on the red hills of
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, events will highlight the holiday Georgia, sons of former slaves and the sons of former slave-owners will
commemorating America’s greatest
civil rights champion — a visionary
beforehand. be able to sit down together at the table of brotherhood.”
Beginning on Thursday, Jan. 13
who fought for racial equality, -Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., from the speech “March on Washington”
Moreland Hall will observe MLK Day
stamped out injustices and believed with a luncheon starting at 11:30 YNI Brown will also read a poem “We have quite a few books that During the King Years, 1965-68,” by
in a greater nation when no one else a.m. for the holiday. will be on display, and we do have a Taylor Branch, “The Dream: Martin
would. Food will include fried chicken, To learn more about the life and dvd of his speech,” said Library Aide Luther King Jr. and the Speech
Years after his assassination on smothered pork chops, greens, corn times of MLK, go to the base library. Loretta Patterson. that Inspired a Nation,” by Drew D.
the balcony of a Memphis hotel,
and various other veggies. A cake Beginning Friday, Jan. 14, the Look for these titles: “The Hansen and “Martin Luther King:
King’s vision of a peaceful and
will also be available for dessert, library will display its collection of Autobiography of Martin Luther
equal coexistence among people of
according to Chief Daniel Johnson. books about the civil rights leader. King Jr.,” “At Canaan’s Edge: America
continued on page 16

Make the Military-to-Civilian Transition Work for You NOW HEAR THIS:
Keep Your ECHO Coverage for Another 180 Days from the military and begins the Base Announcements
BY TYLER PAT TERSON, COURTESY OF and the Military Healthcare System. transition to civilian life, health care Moreland Hall, the base dining facility, The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society’s
TRIWEST HEALTHCARE ALLIANCE options and benefits will change. is open every day to base civilians, military Budget for Baby class is the second Thursday
One of these resources, TRICARE’s and retirees for lunch. This is a temporary of each month. B4B is for any service family
Active duty service members Extended Care Health Option ECHO is not available to service change until the AAFES Food Court who is expecting a new family member and
members once they have left their renovation is complete. is open to all ranks, branches of services
(ADSM), members of the National (ECHO), provides services, goods and reservists. Sign up for the class by
Guard and Reserve and their and support that military families active duty status behind — unless One-on-one computer coaching is now calling the NMCRS Office at 817-782-6000.
families have a wealth of resources being officered by Martin Arredondo at
with exceptional children need and the Fleet & Family Service Center (FFSC), FFSC presents Life Skills: Military
available to them through TRICARE deserve. Once an ADSM separates continued on page 18 Bldg. 3175. These sessions are for active Marriage and Relationship Workshop
duty, Guard and Reserve members, retired from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 15
military and spouses. To schedule a class, at the base Chapel. For information call
call the FFSC at 817-782-5287. Classes 817-782-5287 or register online at www.
being offered include: Word for Resumes; marriagemanagement.org.

Go Light on Lights Microsoft Powerpoint; Basic Computer
Skills; Do’s and Don’t’s of the Internet; Basic
Computer Maintenance; Use the Internet
Transition Assistance Program, or TAP, is
available at Fleet & Family Support Center
for job searches; Email/Communication from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 25
Do you really need the lights? If there’s Services; Photo Editing with Photo Editor; through Friday, Jan. 28.
College Seeking via the Internet; and Social
natural daylight in your workspace, try turning Networking/Facebook. Work in Texas representative will be at
Fleet & Family Support Center from 9 a.m.
off your overhead lights. If the morning is dark, The Child Development Center is looking to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 18 and Tuesday,
see if you can leave the lights off after you for members interested in becoming CDH Jan. 25.
certified. This program allows more options
return from lunch. You can use task lighting to to military parents looking for quality care FFSC presents Life Skills: New Parenting
supplement the daylight in specific areas that for their children. Please contact the CDC at class from 9 to 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan.
817-782-7520 if interested. 19. Call 817-782-5287 for details.
need more light. It uses a fraction of the energy
that lighting a whole room does. Thinking about a PPM, or Personally Texas VA representative will be at FFSC
Procured Move, or recently completed one? from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 20.
Formerly know as DITY moves, all military
personnel are reminded that they must FFSC presents Life Skills: Stress
obtain certified weight tickets signed by a Management class at 11:30 on Tuesday, Jan.
weighing official in order to be reimbursed 25. Call 817-782-5287 for details.
for their PPM.
continued on page 19
DEPARTMENT
OF THE NAVY Visit https://energy.navy.mil


January 2011 p. 5

TEXADILLO CORNER: BASE ACTIVITIES FOR ALL

Resolving to be Fit? Check Out MWR Schedule of Classes continued on page X

BY KATHLEEN BYNUM

For many people, ushering and one day
in the New Year comes with off of weight “I encourage them, listen to them and take
a resolution to become t r a i n i n g ,” them to a place where they thought they
healthier. he said.
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loss need to “get active and five to six days on and 1 day considering weight loss. management, as well as Twitter:
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Arden, who hails from Arden said he enjoys lifestyle, activity and offers classes in Aerobics, Search ‘LibertyFW’
Brooklyn, N.Y., spent 24 passing on knowledge possibly stresses in one’s Pilates, Spin, Kenpo Karate,
years in the Army, where he about health and fitness, life,” he said. Yoga, as well as personal
honed his fitness skills and as well as helping people “I personally don’t have training.” Off line?
knowledge. attain their personal healthy any fitness resolutions for To schedule an
Arden is now a certified lifestyle. the new year, because this is appointment with Arden,
really a lifestyle, but I would call the Fitness Center at
Connect at the
personal trainer, with “I take it personally when
love to help as many people 817-782-5608. Active duty Base Library’s
several personal training someone comes to me and
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National Exercise & Sports or whatever. I encourage fitness goals,” Arden added. receive free personal or use the
Trainers Association. them, listen to them and Maintaining motivation is training. Retirees and
Bowling Center’s
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usually I train four days on they thought they couldn’t

COMMUNITY RESOURCES and ATTRACTIONS
LIBRARY Enjoy the seasonal decorations, shows and Santa. Tickets Ongoing: Special military group pricing available for Feb. 10, 24: The clinic will be open for the purchase of
1802 Doolittle Ave. are available for $18: 2011 season passes, play passes command events and birthdays. Call 782-6122 for details. medications or to schedule appointments.
817-782-7735 and combo pass, which includes Six Flags and Hurricane Jan. 17: Celebrate Martin Luther King’s Birthday with Appointments may be made for the following days: Jan.
Hours: Monday through Thursday 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Harbor. Check out the four ticket season pass special and dollar days from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Enjoy $1 hamburger, 20, 27; and Feb. 11, 18 and 25.
Friday and Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Closed receive a free parking pass (specific rules apply). hot dog, fries, small drink, as well as bowling and shoe
Sunday and holidays. Additional Attractions: Grapevine Vintage Railroad, rental. FITNESS CENTER
Ongoing: The Library is hosting ESL (English as a Second Dinosaur World (Glen Rose), Fort Worth Zoo, SeaWorld, 1810 Tuskegee Airmen Drive
Language) classes every Thursday evening at 5:30 p.m. Disney World, DisneyLand. New Military Salute tickets LONE STAR BAR 817-782-7770
Yolanda Williams is the instructor and Co-Sponsored by for Disney World. Stop bt or call for information and 1815 Military Pkwy. NEW: The Fitness Center now has a Personal Trainer free
FreshStart Literacy, Inc. Call for details. purchasing guidelines. 817-782-6122/5505 to active duty personnel. Non-active duty $20/month
Of note: The Library’s new additions are Rosetta Stone, Military Appreciation Day: The Fort Worth Stock Show Ongoing: Free Munchies on Fridays, 4:30 to 6 p.m. for 2 days a week. To schedule an appointment with
new children’s and young adult’s titles, provided by the & Rodeo is Jan. 31. Show your duty military ID (all active Feb. 6: Super Bowl Watch Party, $10 per person includes personal trainer, Derek, call the Fitness Center.
Navy General Library Program. Also available new adults and retired military) at the box office and receive free plenty of munchies and snacks throughout the game, Ongoing: step aerobics, pilates, yoga, spin, zumba,
titles, books on CD and latest movies (rental is free). tickets to the rodeo for you and your immediate family. door prizes and more. pump-it-up, adult/children karate and personal training.
Jan. 13: Snowflake Bentley Program at 5:30 p.m. Learn Offer is for Stock Show Grounds Admission and the 2 or Check center for days and times.
about snowflakes and make snowflakes using various 7:30 p.m. PRCA Rodeo performances. MOVIE REEL THEATER Feb. 19: Benchpress/Power Lifting Contest at 10 a.m.,
types of paper. Call the library for reservations. Texas Independent Day Parade: Calling all Texans, and Best price movie and snacks available in the $20 per person or $30 for both events. Contest open to
Jan. 14, 15: Celebrate Martin Luther King’s Birthday. those who got here as quick as they could! Wednesday, metroplex and for our military families male and female competitors. Register no later than Feb.
Cupcakes will be served. Materials available about Dr. March 2, the base will have a parade starting at 3:30 Friday through Sunday, call for times. 817-782-6037 17 at Fitness Center. For details, contact Fitness Center
King’s life and times. p.m. The parade route will start at the Navy Lodge, then Director Donna Johnson at 817-782-7770.
Feb. 10: Health at Fitness Fair, co-sponsored by MRW proceed to Carswell Avenue to Military Parkway to Desert LONE * STAR CENTER (formally DESERT STORM
will be at the NOSC Drill Hall from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Storm Road and end at the covered pavilion located next CONFERENCE CENTER) AQUATICS CENTER
Event includes ZUMBA and Pilates demonstrations, to the Lone Star Center. The event will host music and 2570 Desert Storm Road 3319 Hensley Ave.
personal trainer consultations and material on nutrition food. In case of inclement weather, the festivities will be 817-782-5293/7237 817-782-1220
and health. Navy medical will be on hand to test blood moved to the Lone Star Center. Ongoing: Call Natalie Bullock or Sandy Foy for Ongoing: Water Aerobics- JRB Aquatics Center from 8 to
pressure and body mass index. information concerning your next conference, meeting 9 a.m.; $1 per person.
or event. Feb. 12: Valentine’s Day Pizza Party from 7 to 11 p.m.
TEXPLEX CENTER TORNADO LANES Music provided by DJ. Cost is $5. All children under the
1815 Military Pkwy. 1815 Military Pkwy. VET CLINIC age of 10 must have a parent present at all times.
817-782-6122/5505 817-782-6122/5505 1739 Eisenhower Ave.
Information, Ticket and Tours (ITT) Hours: Monday through Thursday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; 817-782-5608
Fall Hours: Tuesday-Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m. to Jan. 26: The clinic will be open for the purchase of
Attractions: It’s Holiday in the Park at Six Flags over Texas. 6 p.m. (Lanes close 15 minutes prior to center) medications or to schedule appointments.


p. 6 January 2011

BASE HAPPENINGS

Little reindeer (and their
parents) gathered for the
lighting of the Christmas tree
aboard NAS Fort Worth JRB on
Dec. 10, 2010. Santa Claus made
a brief appearance, reminding
boys and girls to be good
because he’d be checking his list
— twice!

PHOTO BY MC2 (AW) BRADLEY DAWSON

SUBMITTED PHOTO

Above, the winning team of the Jingle Bell Run was 610RSG. Team members, from left, are: Col. Max
Mendoza, CMSgt Daniel Linkowski, MWR Personal Trainer Derek Arden, civilian Alonzo Price, and SMSgt
Charles Speece. Teams were made up of at least four members, and each runner was required to wear bells.

Above right, the PW Jinglers don not only their bells, but also festive Santa hats. Team members, led
by Russ Neely, far right, include, LCDR Keith Miertschin, Katie Fields and Nelson Wells. Two unidentified
members of another team run beside the PW Jinglers. Bottom right, the girls on the California Cruisers
team wore black tulle skirts with snowflakes and red ribbon. Team members include, Sherry Jennings,
Catalina Smith, Kwan Carpenter and Larry Jennings.

PHOTOS BY KATHLEEN BYNUM


January 2011 p. 7

BASE HAPPENINGS

PHOTO BY BARBARA SMYERS
The production of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol marks the first time the base theater has been used
for a play. Directed by Barbara Smyers, many children who live on base participated in the pre-holiday
show.

PHOTOS BY SCMC MARIA R. ESCAMILLA

Top, Chief Aviation Electronics Technician (AW) Enrique
Fraga, assigned to Fleet Readiness Center West Fort Worth,
selects toys for Christmas. Additionally, chiefs from tenant
commands assembled complete Christmas ham dinners to
be included in the gift baskets. Above, Chief Logistics Spe-
cialist (SW/AW) Renee A. Reed, assigned to Fleet and Indus-
PHOTO BY SRA MELISSA HARVEY trial Supply Center Jacksonville Detachment Fort Worth, se-
Above, the cockpit of a Mobile Aircraft Firefighting Training Device is lects toys for Christmas baskets that were distributed to the
tested for propane leaks before a training exercise. The MAFTD resem- families of junior personnel at tenant commands across NAS
bles a C-130 and gives firefighters a chance to practice their skills in a Fort Worth JRB. The baskets were funded and assembled by
controlled environment. At right, a firefighter from the NAS Fort Worth members of the NAS Fort Worth JRB Chief Petty Officer (CPO)
JRB’s Fire Department prepares for a training exercise in a Mobile Air- Association at the base CPO mess.
craft Firefighting Training Device in mid-December.

PHOTO BY SRA MELISSA HARVEY


p. 8 January 2011

YEAR IN REVIEW

SUBMITTED PHOTO
In Memory: Hospital Corpsman
Third Class Zarian A Wood died
at Bagram Air Field, Afghanistan
May 16, 2010 of wounds sus-
tained from an improvised explo-
sive device blast that occurred
in Helmand Province while on
PHOTO BY KATHLEEN BYNUM
dismounted patrol. Wood was Above, in honor of the 235th Marine Corps birthday on Nov. 10, all
assigned to the Branch Health NAS Fort Worth JRB Marines participated a MOTO run around base
Clinic here. It was his second after morning PT of side straddle hops, alternating toe touches, steam
combat deployment. engines, cherry pickers and Marine Corps push-ups. Complete with
Battle Colors, units in formation stepped off at MAG HQ and followed a
2-mile path around base to finish back at HQ. A special lunch was also
served at Moreland Hall for the Marines, including a birthday cake.

PHOTOS BY MC2 (AW) BRADLEY DAWSON PHOTOS BY MC2 (AW) BRADLEY DAWSON

Above left, The former NAS Fort Worth JRB (Carswell Field) Air Traffic Control Tower was dismantled,
section by section in September. The old, rickety staircase isn’t missed by personnel. The new Air Traffic
Control Tower, containing state-of-the-art technology, replaced the old tower, which was built in 1955. The
new $16-million facility allows for maximum visibility of both air and ground movement. It also contains an
elevator, a much-needed improvement from the 10-flight staircase. Construction was finished in June and
operations moved from the old tower to the new facility in July.

Above center inset, A barnstormer performs aeronautical tricks before the crowd at the Air Power Expo
2010 in April. Military craft as well as civilian craft flew for the crowds. Above middle, A simulated bomb-
ing run wows the crowds as an F-16 flies away. The intense heat could be felt across the runway. Above
right, For the opening of the Air Power Expo, Special Operations Command parachuted onto the taxiway in
front of the waiting crowd while the Star-Spangled Banner played.

Right, Members of the band Switchfoot sign autographs, and even guitars, before their concert aboard NAS
Fort Worth JRB on Sept. 24, 2010.The band kicked off the weekend celebration recognizing the base’s “Sweet 16”
birthday. Other performances included Johnny Cooper, Brandon Rhyder and the Kyle Bennett Band.
PHOTOS BY MC2 (AW) BRADLEY DAWSON


January 2011 p. 9

On Dec. 7, 2010, several survivors
of Pearl Harbor came aboard NAS
Fort Worth for a memorial service
PHOTO BY AZ2 CRYSTAL JANES by the Marina. As the National
CSC D.J. Johnson poses with 7-year-old Liam Roybal, whose parents Anthem is sung, planes flew over in
allowed him to shave his head to look like Texas Rangers’ Manager Ron “Missing Man Formation.” Several
Washington for Halloween. Liam’s costume gained him instant notoriety wreaths were placed in the water
on local television stations and YouTube. He and his family were treated by top ranking base officials and
to tickets to the World Series, and Liam announced “Play Ball,” after former supporting military associations.
President George W. Bush threw out the first pitch of Game 4. Above, after the memorial service,
a special luncheon was provided
at Moreland Dining Hall, where
flags and coins were issued to Pearl
Harbor survivors.


PHOTO BY CSC D.J. JOHNSON
From left: AZ2 Crystal Janes joins native Texan and singer Lyle Lovett
and accomplished cellist John Hagen (back), AC1 Sarah Howell, AC2
Curtis Thompson and AC3 Kyle Pollnow. Lovett sang the National
Anthem at Game 4 of the World Series, while accompanied by Hagen.

PHOTO BY MC2 (AW) BRADLEY DAWSON PHOTO BY MCCS MARIA ESCAMILLA
Above left, Active duty service members from NAS
Fort Worth JRB joined former Women AirForce Service
Pilots, or WASP, at a luncheon in November, honoring
the elite pilot group for their service during World War
II. From left: NCC Maria Tapia, AZC LaWanda Harrison,
Mildred Inks Davidson Dalrymple (WASP), CMC El-
len Zubke, Betty Jo Streff Reed (WASP), MCCS Maria
Escamilla and LS2 (AW) Damaris Puig. Above right,
Fort Worth employer Makesha Wagner is coached on
PHOTO BY MCCS MARIA ESCAMILLA the 9mm beam hit training pistol by Boatswain’s Mate
Before the 2010 Chief Selectee class initiated their painting project Third Class Nicholas Kisseh, who is assigned to the USS
on the Route 183 overpass leading into the base, NAVOSH Manager Emory S. Land Reserve unit at NOSC Fort Worth. Wag-
Fred Habenicht provided them instructions on the proper use and ner was one of 20 employers participating in the Employer Support of the Guard & Reserve Appreciated
wear of their safety harnesses. Day hosted by the NOSC on July 27. Bottom left, NAS Fort Worth’s acquisition of a new ambulance helped
the base provides EMT services, which previously were supported by off base facilities. The new ambulance
increases life saving capability on base, and firefighters advanced training.


p. 10 January 2011

Improvements Made to Military Parkway
station.”
Thermoplastic strips, rather than
BY KATHLEEN BYNUM traffic paint, is being used for directional
arrows, stop bars and crosswalks. This
Driving along Military Parkway or type of material lasts longer and looks
Carswell Avenue during the month of better than traffic paint, Miyakawa noted.
December, one was sure to encounter In a few places, like the Commissary/
orange triangle cones denoting Exchange and Building 1251, ceramic
construction. rumble strips and solar-powered LED
“This contract is replacing the traffic flashing lights will be installed to warn
controls on and entering Military Parkway drivers they are approaching a crosswalk.
from the helicopter monument to the “The XO, CDR [Richard] Augenstein,
intersection at Carswell Avenue,” said requested we improve the crosswalk at
Sidney Miyakawa, facilities management building 1251 since there were several
director at Public Works. “This includes near misses in the dark,” Miyakawa said.
signage like speed limit signs, stop Not only is safety paramount, he said,
PHOTO BY KATHLEEN BYNUM
signs directional signs, road striping and but because Military Parkway is the main
K&L General Contractor construction workers ready Military Parkway for new lane markers.
markings.” thoroughfare, it’s important for it to look
The project does not go all the way to its best. be working close to moving traffic. So construction is done.”
the Main Gate because there is a separate This project does not include replacing drivers need to be watching for anything Miyakawa estimates that this project
project that will reconfigure the entire the street name signs or traffic lights, that could cause an accident. should be complete by mid-January.
area up to the Helicopter monument, he Miyakawa noted. “Also remember that there may be “All marking and signage conform to
said. K&L General Contractors is performing temporary lane closures in and near the U.S. Department of Transportation
Reflective raised pavement markings, the work. intersections and drivers may need to take Manual of Uniform Traffic Control
which are more visible after dark, replace While contractors are busy making detours to get to their destination. We Devices (DOT MUTCD) which is used
traditional road striping. these improvements, Miyakawa reminds are not permanently changing any traffic throughout the United States, so the
“If you are driving the wrong way, drivers on base to “watch for the safety patterns. So all the routes will remain the final appearance should be familiar to
the reflective marking will appear red,” of the contractors performing the work,” same once the construction is done. In everyone.” Miyakawa said.
Miyakawa said. “You will also see this Miyakawa said. “They are taking all the meanwhile, please pardon our mess,
if you enter the wrong way at the gas the precautions they can but still will but I’m sure you’ll like the results once the

Conserving Energy Reaps ‘Secret Benefits’ Tarrant County Under Burn Ban
BY FIFI KIENSCHNICK
Here are some of the “secret” filters, change BY RANDY RENOIS, TARRANT COUNTY FIRE MARSHAL
Did you know that there are benefits of conserving energy that oil or replace
On Dec. 14, 2010 the Tarrant C Misdemeanor and punishable of a
“secret benefits” from energy can be attained without negatively motors as
County Commissioner’s Court fine up to $500.
conservation? In addition to impacting productivity. frequently, which
approved an outdoor burning ban For information on outdoor
saving energy and reducing utility Appliances last longer. If they last adds up to more
for all of Tarrant County. It will remain cooking and outdoor welding
expenses, there are additional, longer because they are turned off money saved.
in place through mid-March. guidelines, residents should visit
often unreported, benefits from when not in use, replacements are Beyond mass transportation,
The high fuel load from the dry www.tarrantcountry.com, and click
conserving energy. less frequent. So one spends less. applying the same “secret benefits”
cured vegetation, lower than normal on the burn ban link on the right side
These benefits contribute value For example, if a lamp or oven or that we use at home to the work
humidity and the strong gusty of the page.
worth an additional 18 to 50 dishwasher or television set is used environment create measureable
winds that occurs during this time of For residents in the rural areas,
percent of the energy savings. 30 percent fewer hours a year, it savings.
the year makes the ban on outdoor the city strongly suggests keeping
How? could last up to 30 percent longer. “Heating and air conditioning
burning necessary to protect an area of about 30 feet mowed
Consider the following: It’s logical There are less maintenance are the biggest energy hogs
properties in Tarrant County. around property and out buildings
that a car driven 25 percent less costs involved. When the oven or [using] up to 46 percent of energy
A violation of the court order to prevent a fire from reaching one’s
each year will last longer. dishwasher or television set runs consumption in a typical building,”
prohibiting outdoor burning is a class structures.
It’s the same for most energy- fewer hours a year, maintenance is said Nelson Wells, a former Navy
consuming equipment, such reduced. Civil Engineer Corps officer who
as light bulbs, flashlights and
appliances. By turning “off” energy-
Another area in which to consider
conserving is transportation. Using
now works at the Public Works
Department aboard NAS Fort Worth
10% OFF Reserve NO
W
consuming items when not
needed, we can hit a monetary
smaller, more gas-efficient vehicles,
carpooling or taking advantage
JRB. “First and foremost, ensure
your office temperature settings
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not in use. means one won’t have to replace air continued on page 13 Serving- Lockheed Martin, NAS JRB & NW Fort Worth


January 2011 p. 11

Financial Recovery After the Holidays
exact, no estimations,” said will affect them financially,” said
Sereyna Moore at FFCS. Sharon Zacharias at NMCRS.
So bring in a copy of all of your Service members may apply
BY AZ2 CRYSTAL S. JANES, FRC WEST bills, current LES and a recent bank for a Quick Assist Loan which is a
statement. With these documents $300 loan that only takes about 15
With the holidays in your in hand a counselor can sit down minutes. Just stop by the NMCRS
rearview mirror and credit card with you using an electronic office with a copy of your LES and
bills piling up, it’s time to strategize worksheet to determine your fill out an application. All other loan
your financial comeback. The Fleet debt-to-income ratio. They will requests require an appointment.
and Family Support Center (FFSC) then offer counseling on how In addition, the Fort Worth
and Navy-Marine Corps Relief to pay off debt. FFCS can also NMCRS office is conducting a
Society (NMCRS) are two great address any credit problems you pilot program to assist drilling
organizations for debt recovery have by running a credit report. Navy and Marine Corps reservists
and money management advice. The NMCRS is another program offering $500 loans only.
The FFSC teaches basic offered to military personnel “NMCRS also provides a budget
budgeting, debt-to-income that provides financial/budget for baby class monthly to help
ratios, Car Buying techniques, counseling. NMCRS also provides service members prepare for the
Investing and Wealth Building, interest free loans for emergency added expense of a new family,”
and Retirement Redux classes. needs. Zacharias said. PHOTO BY SRA MELISSA HARVEY
If you would really like to get “A client can be moving, having For more information, stop by F-16s from the 456th Fighter Squadron stationed here provided the fly over for
a handle on your bills, the FFCS a baby, buying a car or house, or call Zacharias, NMCRS at 817- the bowl game. Providing their support too was the NAS Fort Worth Joint Color
Guard and the TXANG 136th Airlift Wing.
offers an in-depth budgeting trying to build savings or pay 782-6000 or Moore, FFSC at 817-
program. “This program is very down debt, or anything that 782-5287.
Army Wins Armed Forces
Use Care, Caution When Bowl Over SMU, 16-14
Using Social Media Sites
The United States Army head coach
Military Academy’s Rich Ellerson is the first
football team, the Army coach to win 12
that we educate our personnel and can be used to impersonate you or Black Knights, made games in their first
COURTESY OF NAVY OFFICE
OF INFORMATION families on how to safely use social steal your identity. its first postseason two seasons since
media. • Don’t click on links that go to appearance since the Tom Cahill won 16
“A large and growing number When posting information on unfamiliar sites. 1996 Independence games in 1966 (8-2)
of our Sailors, their families and social media sites it is important • Choose applications wisely. Bowl on Saturday, Dec. and 1967 (8-2).
friends are employing any number of understand: Many applications share 30, 2010, facing opponent SMU The win snapped Army’s nine-
information sharing systems in their • Everything online is potentially information with marketers and in the 2010 Bell Helicopter Armed game losing streak in the month of
professional and personal lives. These available to everyone in the world, others. Forces Bowl at Ford Stadium in December and improved the Black
environments are in many cases including co-workers, adversaries • Use anti-virus and anti-spyware Dallas. Knights to 3-0 all-time against SMU.
ungoverned, and while our service and criminals; at home. The Black Knights (7-6) were led This was Army’s fifth bowl
members gain tremendous benefit • Information posted online can • Use a different, strong password to victory by Senior QB Stephen game. Army now stands at 3-2 all-
from them, it isn’t without risks to our remain there – forever. It can then for each online account. Anderson, with a final score of 16- time in postseason play.
people and our operations.” be used in ways its originator never • Don’t share any passwords with 14, over the Mustangs. Next year, the Armed Forces
– Adm. Jonathan W. Greenert , intended; and third-party sites. Army’s seventh win marks only Bowl will return to TCU in Fort
Vice Chief of Naval Operations • Individuals are personally • Carefully consider sharing your the second time (1963) that all Worth after the Amon G. Carter
Since social media has been responsible for what they post location, because it indicates when three service academies have Stadium is rebuilt.
authorized under DTM 09-026, online. you’re not at home and vulnerable. won at least seven games. — Staff Report
it has given Navy personnel the Ways to Mitigate Risks in Social • Don’t share Navy information
ability to instantly communicate Media: that hasn’t been officially released.
with service members, families and Even if you aren’t using social Err on the side of caution.
other stakeholders. In turn, those media, others can still post • Review training resources on Study Material Available
people can now share information information or photos of you. Be OPSEC, safety and official guidance.
with their social groups online. aware of this. Let your friends and Three Key Messages: from NAVMED MPT&E
While this interconnectivity has family know if you would prefer 1) Navy personnel are
Navy Medicine Manpower, via NKO. NAVEDTRA 14295A,
obvious and significant benefits to your information and photos to encouraged to responsibly engage
Personnel, Education & Training the Hospital Corpsman Rate
our deployed forces, it does come remain private. in unofficial Internet posting about
Command (NAVMED MPT&E) Training Manual, is available
with risks. • Use recommended privacy the Navy and Navy-related topics.
has free Hospital Corpsman at https://www.sas.cnet.
Information not intended for settings for Facebook and other 2) Navy personnel are
advancement study material n av y. m i l / Lo g i n / S A S Lo g i n .
public release can be quickly social networking sites. frequently in a position to share
available in hard copy or online as aspx?redirecturl=https://www.
distributed, and adversaries can • Don’t “friend” strangers. the Navy’s successes with a global
a download. courses.netc.navy.mil/.
collect information online to piece • Never discuss information audience via the Internet; and
Hospital Corpsman Manual For more information, contact
together a more comprehensive online that could jeopardize 3) There are risks to
Flashcards (NMHCMF10V1), a Chris Hawkins at RTM_feedback@
picture of someone’s life, a ship’s operations security (OPSEC). communicating online, but those
flashcard “quizzer,” are available med.navy.mil.
routine or a command’s mission. • Don’t share personally risks can be mitigated by using
via Navy eLearning and accessed — Staff Report
To mitigate these risks, it is critical identifiable information (PII) that privacy settings.


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