Volume 11, Number 258 Naval Support Activity Bahrain April 16, 2014

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AMERICAN-BAHRAINI FRIENDSHIP WEEK - “U.S. NAVY DAY”, P. 2

NSA BAHRAIN CHILDREN PERFORM “JACK AND THE BEANSTALK”, P. 4

CNO TALKS SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS MONTH, P. 5

3 - CHAPLAIN’S CORNER - CMC’S COLUMN - OPSEC CORNER4 - WEEKLY WARRIOR6 - MWR EVENTS & INFO

Bahraini Students Explore and Learn During U.S. Navy Day By MC1 (SW) Steve Smith Staff Writer

NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY, Bahrain — Components of the U.S. Naval Forces Central Command (NAVCENT) and Naval Support Activity (NSA) Bahrain provided more than 200 Bahraini middle school students with tours, equipment displays, and demonstrations during U.S. Navy Day at Mina Salman Port, April 16.

The event provided kids from the local community an opportunity to learn about the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard as part of the U.S. Embassy Manama, Bahrain’s annual American-Bahraini Friendship Week Program.

“The U.S. Embassy is proud to be working with the U.S. Navy on a whole host of events for the American-Bahraini Friendship Week Program,” said Timothy Pounds, Deputy Chief of Mission, U.S. Embassy Manama, Bahrain. “I believe that today’s ‘Navy Day’ event is one of the best ways we can show that the U.S.-Bahrain relationship is not just about formal diplomatic or military ties, but about our strong people-to-people ties. The over two hundred stu-dents that attended today’s event not only have a better understanding of how the U.S. Navy works with their Bahraini partners to maintain security and stability in the region, they also had a chance to meet face-to-face with a number of Sailors and U.S. Navy personnel. These per-sonal interactions provide the solid foundation that allows our two nations to better work together at all levels of the bi-lateral relationship.”

Photo by MC1 Felicito Rustique

Mineman 3rd Class Maverick Concepcion explains search and rescue tactics to students from a local Bahraini middle school during Navy Day. Navy Day attendees witnessed demonstrations, toured Navy ships and vehicles, and collected informational items from display stations. Navy Day is part of American Bahraini Friendship Week, which was created to honor the long-standing relationship between the United States and the Kingdom of Bahrain. Bahraini Friendship week featured activities in various locations across the island, and aimed at fostering economic and cultural ties between the United States and Bahrain.

By MC2 Derric Cushman Staff Writer

NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY, Bahrain — Units onboard Naval Support Activity (NSA) Bahrain conducted, Reliant Response 14 (RR 14), a medical and force protection preparedness exercise, April 8.

The exercise was intended to hone the skills of the installation staff maintaining operational support in the case of an unplanned event. Scenarios were focused on training personnel in mission oriented protective posture (MOPP) levels for chem-ical, biological, radiological, nuclear and enhanced conventional weapons (CBRNE).

“NSA Bahrain, in coordination with the Naval Branch Health Clinic (NBHC) Bahrain, established a point of distribution to issue CBRNE countermeasure medica-tions,” said Chief Warrant Officer 3 Barry

Bradwell, Naval Security Force (NSF) Bahrain. “As part of the scenario, NBHC ran out of the required medication supply and a crowd control scenario began based on fears of exposure to toxic substances. Due to large numbers of personnel trying to get access the warehouse where the medi-cations were being distributed, NSF person-nel became overwhelmed and requested Fleet Anti-Terrorism Security Team (FAST) Company Central Command support to help control the crowd.”

During this part of the exercise, 50 FAST Company Marines arrived to provide sup-port, which added realism to the scenario and giving an authentic feel to the participants.

“We always strive to perfect our stan-dard operating procedures,” said USMC Capt. Miles J. Sullivan II, FAST Company, 5th Platoon commander. “This exercise

Photo by MC2 Derric Cushman

NSA Bahrain conducted Reliant Response (RR) 14, which is a regularly scheduled field training exercise, designed to test response procedures as they pertain to operational support and consequence management.

Reliant Response 14

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Commanding OfficerNaval Support Activity Bahrain Capt. David Meron

NSA Bahrain Executive OfficerCmdr. Leif Hammersmark

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Staff PhotojournalistMC1 (SW) Steven SmithMC2 Derric Cushman

American-Bahraini Friendship Week - “U.S. Navy Day”

As the students arrived, they were greeted by Sailors and issued a personnel qualification standard (PQS) worksheet. This PQS listed items the students would learn about and experience as they made their way around the pier to each unit’s exhibit. Each stop would earn them a signa-ture. Once all the signatures were collected, they would be given a special completion certificate.

The first stop was aboard the mine coun-termeasure ship USS Gladiator (MCM 11) where students interacted with Sailors as they climbed ladders and explored passage-ways. Their tour guide led them up to the pilothouse and then through the ship, arriv-ing all the way back aft, to see the equip-ment used in counter-mine operations.

“This was a great opportunity to show our hosts what the Navy in Bahrain is all about,” said Lt. j.g. Joseph Giuda, navigator

of Gladiator. “By showing them what life is like aboard the ship and teaching them about our mission, it creates an understand-ing between us and helps continue our strong relationship.”

Back on the pier, the Marines of Fleet Anti-Terrorism Security Team (FAST) Company Central Command displayed several weapons systems and explained their use. The Marines also held a Marine Corps Martial Arts Program (MCMAP) demonstration and provided instruction on basic techniques.

“It’s amazing to be out here and talk to the kids,” said Lance Cpl. Brandan Wilkerson, assigned to FAST Company, Charlie Company, 4th Platoon. “Myself and the other Marines are happy to show the kids what we do and the kids are genuinely interested and excited to learn about us.”

Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) Sailors displayed diving

equipment and an underwater bomb detec-tion robot. The students were also able to have a hands-on experience by controlling a bomb-retrieval robot.

“I didn’t know anything about the Navy before and this was definitely a new experi-ence for me,” said Rakan Abu Shultiats, 8th grade student. “I think it’s important to see how the Navy works and how they are pro-tecting everywhere.”

Other displays earned students signa-tures toward their completed PQS, such as equipment demonstrations by NSA

Bahrain’s Fire and Emergency Services first responders. Naval Security Force (NSF) Bahrain master-at-arms also engaged the students with a personal defense class where the kids could practice some of the techniques.

“We are very pleased to be able to par-ticipate and the kids are enjoying an experi-ence they have never had before,” said Juan Lewis, principal of Modern Knowledge Schools. “Events like this teach the students there are good relationships that bring us together for a common cause.”

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CYBER OPSEC - PROTECTING YOURSELF ONLINE From the Interagency OPSEC Support Staff (IOSS) BROWSING THE WEB Imposter sites will often mimic a legitimate site’s URL through a common misspelling or by using another extension—like .com instead of .net. Get into the habit of typing Web site names into a search engine instead of the address bar. • Many search engines pre-scan sites for malicious code and will warn you when you click them. • Many anti-virus products have “site advisor” functions that provide visual warning icons for known bad sites. • Search engines correct spelling; making it less likely you’ll go to an unintended site. Password security is key! • Never use the same password from site to site. The owners of one site can easily try that name and password at other popular sites and see if it works. • Never give any site any password for any reason. Most social networking sites ask for e-mail passwords while others ask for banking and credit card passwords. No matter how much they promise to protect and not misuse the information, history shows otherwise. The consequences of disregarding this rule can be severe. • Look for the HTTPS in the address bar to verify that the transaction is secure—before entering your username, password, or any other important information. If it’s not there, ask yourself if it’s OK to broadcast openly and think twice before clicking the “submit” button. Be cautious of fake alerts that look like legitimate warnings or system messages, but are not. • Determine if the alert is real by closing all browser windows from the taskbar (don’t click on or near the alert itself). • If the alert remains, look to see if it mentions a Web site to visit or tool to download. If so, perform a Web search on the site or tool. If the results show that the site/tool is bogus, ignore the alert and ask your IT Department to run virus and spyware scans on your machine. Installation warnings are the last chance you have to prevent bad code from getting into your computer. They claim to be a “video player update” or “critical patch,” but are often viruses. • Say no to any “active-x” control or install warning unless you are sure of who created it, what it is, and what it will do once installed.

By LT Kevin Johnson CHC USN, Base Chaplain

NSA Bahrain Chapel programs for Easter, etc. Holy Week:

PROTESTANT:18 April, Good Friday (Base Chapel, Bldg. 202) • 1050 Contemporary Service • 1300 Traditional Service

20 April, Easter Sunday • 1030 Multi-purpose Room (Freedom Souq, P-911)

CATHOLIC:17 April, Holy Thursday (Base Chapel, Bldg. 202) • 1730 Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper

18 April, Good Friday (Base Chapel, Bldg. 202)• 1500 Service of the Lord’s Passion • (There is NO 0900 Mass on Good Friday.)

19 April, Saturday (Base Chapel, Bldg. 202) • 1900 Easter Vigil Mass

20 April, Sunday (Base Chapel, Bldg. 202) • Noon (1200) Easter Mass

25 April, Friday “Sunday” Mass (main chapel)• 1600 (no 0900 Mass but there IS CCD at 1000!)

25 April, Friday — 1700 Catholic Pastoral Community (i.e., “parish) Appreciation Dinner, Oasis Rm P-911. Lectors, CCD teachers, students, par-ents, Mass participants, Eucharistic Ministers, altar servers, etc., from the Catholic community Friday 0900 and noon Masses are invited. Please RSVP by mail with family name and number of guests NLT Saturday, 19 April to shaun.brown@me.navy.mil .

CHAPLAIN APPOINTMENTS: During normal business hours chaplains are available for counseling by appoint-ment and, on a limited basis, walk-in. Offices located in building 23 (not build-ing 202!) “After hour” emergencies we are available via the CDO (ask for the duty RP). For more information please call the Chaplain’s Office at 439-4303.

CREDO: Upcoming Personal Resiliency Retreats are May 15-17 and June 12-14.Please contact RP3 Veloz at 439-6394 or Giovanny.Veloz@me.navy.mil for more information.

CLUB BEYOND Youth Ministry: Middle School (1500) & High School (1600) Club meets the 1st-3rd Tuesday of every month. MS & HS Small Groups is every Thursday at the Navy College from 1500-1630. Contact John Ritchey john.ritchey@me.navy.mil or 439-6394.

Chaplain’s CornerPrograms for Easter, etc. Holy Week

Warriors,

First, I would like to congratulate our newest Warriors of the Week! Your out-standing performance is not only reflected in your work center, it is reflected on all of us throughout NSA Bahrain. As always, if you see these Warriors of the Week, please take a minute to congratulate them.

It is a great feeling to be recognized by your chain of command and the com-munity. Keep the Warrior of the Week nominations coming… the next edition of the newspaper is just around the corner.

We are currently in the process of adding 15 new CO suggestions boxes to locations around NSA Bahrain. This should improve your ability to provide your leaders with feedback and suggestions. As I mentioned before, we appreciate any comments and will use a variety of ways to provide you with feedback and answer your questions.

“Row Well and Live”

For more information on visas and CPR cards contact Immigration at 1785-4258.

Welcome  to  the  endless  summer  of  Bahrain  • Summer  sports  are  a  part  of  the  military  culture.  • Team  sports:  Softball,  volleyball,  basketball,  soccer…  • Individual  sports:  Running,  swimming,  scuba,  biking,  tennis,  golf…  • The  first  thing  to  remember  is  that  the  safety  is  not  just  for  the  workplace.  

 

Recommendations:  

• Stay  in  shape  • Wear  appropriate  shoes  • Wear  mouth  guard  • Don’t  wear  chains,  rings  or  metal  wrist  bands  • Don’t  drink  alcohol  before  or  during  play  • Perform  15-­‐20  minutes  of  warm-­‐ups  before  and  after  play  (OPNAVINST  6110.1D)  

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Photo by QM2 Tyronda Brown

Actors Mark Sowell, as “Jack”, and Alicia Barnett, as “Milky White”, perform in the Missoula Children’s Theatre’s “Jack and the Beanstalk” play onboard NSA Bahrain.

By QM2 Tyronda Brown Naval Support Activity Bahrain Public Affairs

NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY, Bahrain — Naval Support Activity (NSA) Bahrain’s Child &Youth Program (CYP) teamed up with the Missoula Children’s Theatre to present the classic tale of “Jack and the Beanstalk”, as part of the Month of the Military Child, April 10.

Auditions took place on April 6 giving the more than 30 selected children, from grades K-12, just one week to rehearse for the play.

Throughout rehearsal and make up, the children showed signs of enthusiasm, excitement and a hint of nervousness while practicing their lines and singing songs. Events and activities similar to this are a way to boost the morale of children and families stationed overseas.

“When the children see all of the people from the com-munity come out to support them, it really helps with the moral, as well as, lifting the children’s spirits who did not get to leave Bahrain for spring break,” said Ann Leach, director of NSA Bahrain’s CYP.

“Jack and the Beanstalk” is a classic tale about a boy who sells his cow for magic beans, unexpectedly, they grow into the clouds and he embarks on a magical journey filled with adventure and excitement. The story teaches children a valuable lesson about character assumptions, courage, true happiness and the importance of family.

The children played most of the roles from the big old giant down to the tiny magical beans.

“I learned that sometimes people will think you are what other people say you are,” said Esse Buloushi, character actor for “the Giant.” “But, you need to get to know people and not judge them because of what other people said.”

Through the last 40 years, the Missoula Children’s Theatre International tour has helped cultivate and promote key development life skills in more than a million kids. As a whole, the Missoula Children’s Theatre work with chil-dren in all 50 states as well as 17 countries.

“We have a week to put on a full play and during that time the kids get to have fun, be silly, enjoy spending time with other children who may be in similar situations,” said Megan Wiltshire, actor and tour director for the Missoula Children’s Theater. “We enjoy the overall experience of not only the show, but what the show brings to the children.”

NSA Bahrain Children Perform “Jack and the Beanstalk”

OS2 (SW) Julius Perry was embarked aboard USS Carney (DDG 64) in support of bilateral exercise Nautical Union-14. Petty Officer Perry safely executed tactical control of 18 surface and six air assets across 30 event serials. His efforts significantly enhanced the tactical proficiency and interoperability between the United States and Royal Saudi Forces while further refining the techniques and procedures

of our regional and joint allies.

Aysha Juma Abdulrahman started with MWR in 2004. Born and raised in Bahrain, she has worked for MWR since 2004. Her work place is primarily in the C-Street Coffee Shop where her customer service is an obvious passion. Regular customers have continuously provided positive feedback on her skills in remembering orders and her outgoing personality. Most recently, a customer who

had not been to Bahrain in over a year was shocked to find that Aysha remembered her and more remarkably, remembered her order from a year ago. This passion and devotion to her work has made her a valuable member of the NSA community. We are also honored to have her as one of our most dedicated team members.

GMC (EXW/SW) Jonel Deperalta was thrust into the the position of Armory Officer. During this time, he has aggressively sought technical support from the manufacturer of the FATS machine in which NSF completes sustainment weapons qualifications. As a result, a technician will arrive to repair the system instead using live rounds for sustainment for 650 personnel. Using such a large

amount of live ammunition would have been a financial burden and would have significantly decreased mission readiness. Under his leadership, his division has continued to maintain superior performance — weapon qualifications are being completed, ammo allowances are being maintained and proper paper work is being routed. He understands the importance of his position and works hard providing outstanding services to his Sailors.

Saleem Khan has worked for MWR since 2004 and is currently our Restaurant Manager. Saleem and his team are responsible for the Oasis concept, Embassy food service, School Meal Program, Shwarma and all MWR catering. Born in Pakistan, Saleem has learned his culinary trade by working at many 5-star hotels before coming to work for MWR. He is passionate about helping the customer and

visibly present during normal operating hours and special functions. With his hands-on management style, he has earned the respect of his staff and the NSA community. Most recently he planned and organized a function for the Chief’s Birthday event held on April 1, which was very well received and enjoyed by all in attendance. MWR and NSA Bahrain are honored to have him as one of our most dedicated team members.

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CNO Talks Sexual Assault Awareness MonthFrom Chief of Naval Operations Public Affairs

WASHINGTON (NNS) — April has been designated as Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM), and this year’s theme is “Live Our Values: Step Up to Stop Sexual Assault.”

Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert, discussed the issue of sexual assault in an inter-view April 10.

“We’ve been well aware of this challenge [sexual assault] we have in the Navy,” said Greenert.

It [Sexual Assault Awareness Month] is a great oppor-tunity to do two things: to assess where we are and to synchronize our efforts. Now we’ve made progress in this challenge, our investigations are getting better, we’re doing pretty good on victim advocacy, and I base that on feed-back from the fleet. But we need to focus on prevention. And the best attribute to get prevention is intervention. We need to have the courage to step in.”

Greenert pointed out that trust and respect are the foun-dations of addressing the issue of sexual assault.

“I think you can increase the trust of your shipmates by first of all respecting yourself, and respect others. And demanding that. Get over the stigma that sexual assault is something that happens to somebody else. That’s not the case. This is real and it is happening in the fleet. So we need to intervene. We need to have the courage to stand up and say, “enough of this” and get rid of sexual harassment.”

Greenert expressed confidence that Sailors and Marines can overcome the challenge of reducing sexual assault while emphasizing that it will be a team effort.

“But it’s everybody’s challenge and everybody’s activ-ity that needs to take place,” Greenert said. So let’s have the courage to intervene, let’s respect each other and let’s work in a climate of dignity and respect.”

For more information, visit www.sapr.mil.

U.S. Navy photo by Shawn Miller

Teal ribbons line the trees of Admiral Leutze Park at the Washington Navy Yard commemorating April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM). The SAAM initiative is designed to educate Sailors and Navy civilian personnel about how to prevent sexual assault and what resources are available for victims.

afforded me the opportunity to practice our non-lethal weapons tactics against a substantial crowd. At the junior Marine level, we wanted to capitalize on previous training. From my perspective, I wanted to test the command and control abilities between my Marines, myself, my HHQ, as well as coordinating with SBS.”

Lance Cpl. Dennis Danley, exercise participant, says the training scenarios are useful in building skills and confidence by training through these types of events.

“We felt really good about being able to do this type of training,” said Danley. “We learned that, as a group, we can move around and keep our formations in those crowd control situations. We were able to perform different crowd control tactics, practice on moving together and stepping together while working on our non-lethal tactics.”

Ultimately, RR 14 gave exercise participants and evaluators the opportunity to assess the results of how weeks of planning have prepared personnel for situations where CRBNE has been utilized.

“I was excited to see how the scenario played out,” Engineering Aide 1stClass Chad Hook, training coordinator for NSA Bahrain. “It was the first time that we utilized that much realism and I think it was beneficial to all personnel including the evaluators. We got a lot of support for this exercise and that was really the key in making it a success.”

Date: Tuesday, 22 April 2014, 0830-1100 Location: MPR-A, P-911

POC: LT Chris McHenry: christopher.mchenry@me.navy.mil POC: LT Jermaine Jemmott: jermaine.jemmott@me.navy.mil

2014 ANNUAL LDO/CWO RECRUITING KICK OFF

FY-2016 LDO/CWO Applicant Agenda •  Program Overview

•  Eligibility •  Application Process

•  Appraisal Board Procedures •  FY15 LDO/CWO Selection Board Brief

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HR Classified AdsANNOUNCEMENT: NSA- 14-040Position: ID CheckersDepartment: Store, Navy Exchange BahrainClosing Date: 20 April 2014

ANNOUNCEMENT: NSA- 14-045Position: Customer Service ClerkDepartment: Main Store, Navy Exchange BahrainClosing Date: 20 April 2014

The mission of the Human Resources Office (HRO) is to administer Human Resources Management programs for U.S. civil servants and foreign national employees of the

Naval Support Activity Bahrain. HRO provides consultative advice and guidance to various commands and activities in the following program areas: position management and classification; recruitment and staffing; labor management advisory services; Equal Employment Opportunity Program; employee development; employee relations matters; and benefit entitlements.

Questions? To speak to a Human Resources Specialist, please call: 1785-4763 or DSN (318) 439-4763.

Thursday, April 17Lunchtime BowlingTime: 1130

Friday, April 18Kayak Trip• Van leaves at 0800; $25.00

Sunday, April 20Sunday Sundaes• Free ice cream while supplies last.

Monday, April 21Speedpool Monday!• Time: 1130; Free lunch for players! While supplies last.

Wednesday, April 23Volleyball Tournament• Time: 1830

Saturday, April 26Animal Shelter Trip • Time: Van leaves @ 0900; Cost $5.00.

Sunday, April 27Sunday Sundaes• Free ice cream while supplies last.

Monday, April 28Speedpool Monday!• Time: 1130; Free lunch for players! While supplies last.

Tuesday, April 29Last Buck Party• Time: 1130

For more information, call the Liberty Center at 439-3192

Comments & SuggestionsAll are welcome to send comments or suggestions to MWR Bahrain. Please e-mail them to: MWRSuggestionBox@me.navy.milIf you would like to receive MWR Bahrain’s e-mail announcements, just send your official e-mail to the above address.

ITTGroup Fishing Trip Friday, April 18• Time: 0730 – 1230 • Max 6 people; GroupCost: $445.00 (cost does not include transportation, transportation $40.00)

Pearl “Snorkel” Hunt Saturday, April 19• Time: 0745 • Min 8 people; ITT Price: $64.00

Horse Back Riding Friday, April 19• Time: 0830 – 1100 • Min 8 people; ITT Price: $26.00

Cooking Demonstration Of Arabic Food & DinnerSunday, April 20• Time: 1700 • Min 5/ Max 10 people; ITT Price: $23.00

Al Dar Island Day Trip Friday, April 25• Time: 0930 – 1400 • Min 10 people; ITT Price: $17.00

Al Areen Wildlife Park Saturday, April 26• Time: 0900 • Min 10 people; ITT Price: $11.00

All dates and times are subject to change

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