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keepIng boats afloatMarines with III MEF’s Special

Operations Training Group train Malaysian soldiers during a

three-day mechanics course. pg. 8

around the corpsTake a look at what’s happening around the Marine Corps, from

Taqaddum, Iraq, to the deck of the USS Enterprise in Norfolk, Va.

pg. 3

muscle showNearly 50 amateur bodybuilders

compete in the 12th Annual Far East Bodybuilding Competition at the

Camp Foster Theater.pg. 17

Cpl. Warren Peaceokinawa marine staff

CAMP FOSTER — The Marine Corps’ top enlisted leader visited Okinawa July 15-18 for the first time since assuming his new position April 25.

Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Carlton W. Kent spent his time on Marine Corps installa-tions here meeting with leaders at all levels, fielding questions

about the future of the Marine Corps and gaining personal insight into the morale and readiness of Marines and sailors assigned to III Marine Expedi-tionary Force and Marine Corps Bases Japan.

The 16th sergeant major of the Marine Corps answered ques-tions covering issues including new policies, deployments and recruiting and retention initia-tives during six all-hands calls

at Marine Corps installations. He also extended his appreciation and that of the commandant to all the Marines and sailors here for their dedicated service.

During his remarks at the Foster Theater July 17, Kent addressed the new bachelor enlisted quarter’s policy, a pop-ular topic among junior Ma-rines. He said he will continue to push the initiative started

see sgt maJ pg 6

Lance Cpl. David Rogersokinawa marine staff

CAMP FOSTER — Enlisted Marines and sailors interested in becoming com-missioned officers in the Navy medical field may find a unique window of opportunity at the U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa’s career fair Aug. 15, hospital officials said.

Hospital representatives will pro-vide information and answer questions about career opportunities to include two programs designed to commission enlisted personnel in the medical field. The programs just opened to Marines last year, according to Petty Officer 1st Class Ralph Montgomery, the hospital’s command career counselor.

The Navy Medical Enlisted Com-missioning Program and Navy Medical Service Corps In-Service Procurement Program provide paths for active-duty Marines and sailors to obtain bachelor’s degrees and commissions in the Navy, according to Montgomery.

Those who qualify for the NMECP or the MSC IPP will remain on active-duty and receive complete pay and allow-ances while attending school as full-time students to earn a qualifying degree in their chosen medical field, according to Office of the Chief of Naval Operations Instruction 1420.1A.

NMECP allows participants to earn a commission in the Navy Nurse Corps. IPP allows participants to be commissioned in the following Navy Medical Service Corps Fields: health care administration, environmental health, industrial hygiene, entomology, pharmacy, physician assis-tant and radiation health.

Capt. Patrick Haines, the first-term alignment plan officer for Headquar-ters Marine Corps’ Enlisted Retention Section, advises Marines who are considering applying for one of the pro-grams to consider a few things first.

see program pg 6

16th sergeant major of the Marine Corps makes first visit to Okinawa

Navy officer programs now open to Marines

Typhoon Man-yi ripped through Okinawa July 13, uprooting trees, destroying small structures and causing sporadic power and water outages all over the island. More than 1,800 Marines and civilians were involved in the Marine Corps Base response effort, keeping the base functioning during and after the storm. SEE STORY ON PAGE 10. Photo by Sgt. Joshua S. Higgins

typhoon rips through okinawa

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TAQADDUM, Iraq | Cpl. Andrew B. Coleman, with Military Police Company, 2nd Maintenance Battalion, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, looks down the scope of his rifle during a security patrol July 7. Photo by Cpl. Wayne Edmiston

ANCON, Peru | Staff Sgt. Willy D. Carrion, a Marine Corps Martial Arts instructor-trainer attached to Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force 24, takes part in exercises with Peruvian Marines June 26. Photo by Sgt. Justin Park

KARMAH, Iraq | A CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter from Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 466 is loaded July 7 for a re-supply mission during Operation China Shop II. Photo by Sgt. Andy Hurt

NORFOLK, Va. Marines and sailors man

the rails inside the

hangar bay of the USS Enterprise

July 7. Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Lolita Lewis

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Staff Sgt. Joshua J. Elsea

I’m writing in regards to the July 6 opinion piece (July 6, pg. 5, “No offense, Tiger, but golf is not a sport”) in the “Okinawa

Marine” written by Lance Cpl. Daniel R. Todd about golf and other sports not being sports.

First, I would like to say the writer should get a dictionary

and look up the actual meaning of “sport.” The Webster II New Riverside University Dic-tionary defines sport as: 1) an active pastime:

recreation. 2) A specific diversion usually involving physical exercise and having a set form and body of rules: game.

I understand that everyone is entitled to their own opinion. But what the writer says about a competition not being a sport if you can do it while drinking beer does not hold up. I suppose he has never seen a bunch of guys together on the weekend playing foot-ball and drinking a couple of beers. So by his definition, football is not a sport. By the way, I don’t see Tiger Woods on TV drinking beer and playing in the Masters.

Todd defines a sport as “an athletic activ-ity requiring skill or physical prowess and often of a competitive nature.” Well, golf does take skill and it is of a competitive nature, so how is it not a sport? Try to walk 36, or even 18, holes on a golf course in the blazing heat and tell me it doesn’t take some physical prowess.

Before you define golf as not being a sport, join me for 18 holes, and then we’ll talk afterwards.

Elsea is a heavy equipment operations chief with Combat Logistics Regiment 3.

Ed Dunn

Recently, I read an article in the “Okinawa Marine” newspaper concerning

spear fishing. (July 6, pg. 12, “Spear fishing gains popular-

ity among service members”). The article pointed out the fun of the sport. However,

there is another side to the story: the various laws that have been introduced, mainly by the fish-ing associations here in Okinawa. One such law prohibits the use of

spear guns and Hawaiian Sling while scuba diving anywhere around Okinawa.

Onna Village has another law that prohibits the use of spear guns and slings at Maeda Point, whether scuba diving or not. This is for a very good reason since there are a very large number of swimmers, divers and people using the area to snorkel. After all, when there are a large number of people in the water, there are not that many fish around that are big enough to spear.

On numerous occasions I,

along with other instructors and dive masters, have asked spear fishermen why they speared an octopus or a small fish, know-ing they had no intention of eating it. Most of the time, the response is, “I didn’t want to get skunked.” We have also seen people poking, breaking or grab-bing the coral with their hands. This is a sure way of killing that area off. Some coral is now on the endangered species list, such as Elk and Long Horne.

I, for one, do not have anything against the sport of spear fish-ing as long as the fishermen have

intentions of spearing a fish or octopus for a meal. Spearing fish or other marine life just for fun is not part of the sport and it is unacceptable to those of us who respect our underwater world. All I ask is that people become educated concerning the sport, be aware of the various Japanese laws and regulations and remem-ber that the underwater envi-ronment is a fragile world to be enjoyed by all.

Dunn is a retired master gun-nery sergeant and a Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) master instructor.

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According to Marine Corps Manual, paragraph 805, a commanding officer may deny a request mast if the commander determines there’s an alternative route for the requesting member to take. The commanding officer, however, should explain to the Marine why the application was denied and ensure the individual is aware of how to pursue the alternative course of action.

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Camp foster gate ClosuresCamp Foster’s Gate 5 (commissary gate)

and Gate 1B (Sgt. Maj. gate) will be closed to all vehicle and pedestrian traffic Aug. 1 to Jan. 31, 2008, due to renovations. For more information, call Camp Services at 645-7317.

reCruiter assistantsMarine Corps Recruiting Station Twin

Cities is looking for motivated Marines (sergeant and below) to assist the recruit-ing effort for 30 days by serving as re-cruiter assistants for North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota and Wisconsin. Marines interested may request permission from their command. Composite score bonus points, Meritorious Masts, Certificates of Commendation and many other incentives are available to successful applicants. For more information, call (612) 725-3209/3236 or e-mail trulson-lindseybg@marines.usmc.mil.

pharmaCist positionThe U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa is seek-

ing a licensed pharmacist for a contract po-sition. Applicants must be a U.S.-registered pharmacist currently in good standing. For more information, call James Teruya at 643-7464.

aladdin Jr. audition registrationThe Pacific Okinawa Players are look-

ing for talented 8-19 year-olds to cast in a performance of Disney’s “Aladdin Jr.” To register for an audition, visit the Performing Arts Auditorium on Camp Foster July 30 from 6 to 8 p.m. For more information, visit http://www.pops-okinawa.org.

Young marines uniform donations The Camp Foster Young Marines is tak-

ing Marines Corps service alpha, bravo and charlie uniform donations for both males and females. All donations can be dropped off at the Camp Foster Young Marines (Building 5674) on Saturdays from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. For more information, call 645-3397.

armY CommunitY serviCe birthdaYThe Army Community Service will cel-

ebrate its 42nd birthday July 23 at 11 a.m. at Torii Station’s building 236. Round-trip bus transportation will be provided from the Kadena USO to Torii Station at 10:30 a.m., returning to Kadena at 1:30 p.m. For more information, contact Mrs. Deidre Donaldson at 644-4116.

football CampKubasaki High School will host a foot-

ball camp on campus Aug. 6-10 from 8 a.m. to noon for students in grades 3-8. For enrollment fees and registration dates, call 622-8456.

kuwae presChool registrationKuwae Preschool on Camp Lester has

openings for its upcoming school year. The school offers a developmentally appropriate curriculum to Status of Forces Agreement children ages 3-5. For registration infor-mation, e-mail the school at kuwaepre@konnect.net or call Maribel Castro at (090) 8291-7565.

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TO SUBMIT A BRIEF, send an e-mail to okinawamarine.mcbb.fct@usmc.mil, or fax your request to 645-3803. The deadline for submitting a brief is noon every Friday. The Okinawa Marine reserves the right to edit all submitted material.

sgt maJ from pg 1by former Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps John L. Estrada to treat Marines like adults in their homes.

“You can be sent to combat, but you can’t have your own rooms,” he said during one of the all-hands meetings at the Foster Theater July 17. “We inspect your room every week. You can’t cook or have alcohol in your rooms. I don’t believe that is right, and the commandant doesn’t believe in that either.”

After the short speech, he opened the floor to questions. One of the first questions was about the commandant’s new tattoo policy.

The sergeant major explained the comman-dant is not trying to exclude Marines with tattoos from advancing in their career.

“I have four tattoos,” Kent said. “The com-mandant knew that before he selected me as the new sergeant major of the Marine Corps.”

His words put more than a few Marines at ease.

“I have three tattoos, and it felt good to have the sergeant major of the Marine Corps, who works directly with the commandant, come here and clear things up,” said Cpl. Charles D. Downs, an operations clerk with the Camp Foster Provost Marshal’s Office.

Kent, who has been in the Marine Corps for 31 years, admitted to the Marines and sailors that he has had his ups and downs during his career and encouraged Marines not to let their mistakes stop them from striving to be the best.

“I never thought I would be the sergeant major of the Marine Corps,” Kent said with a smile as he recalled a few troubled periods he had as a junior Marine. “When I was called to the interview as a finalist for the position, I said, ‘Have you checked my record book?’”

The all-hands call on Foster was the final one of the sergeant major’s visit. Kent conduct-ed similar calls at Camps Courtney, Schwab, Hansen, Kinser and Marine Corps Air Station Futenma.

The final public event of the sergeant major’s visit was at the Foster Community Center, where he had the opportunity to discuss quality of life issues on Okinawa with service members and their families during a town hall meeting.

Kent departed Okinawa briefly July 19 to visit with Marines in Korea. He returned the same day and was scheduled to depart for mainland Japan July 20. His first scheduled visit there was to Camp Fuji.

program from pg 1Accepted Marines will have

to make a service transfer to the Navy. Those selected must agree to commit six years of additional obligated service. They should also be prepared for the challenges of academia while earning a degree as a full-time student.

“You’ll be on your own,” Haines said. “So it will be up to you to go to school and get things done.”

The programs have a l-ready attracted the attention of Marines on Okinawa. Pfc. Christina Givens, a military policeman with Camp Foster’s

Provost Marshal’s Office, said she wanted a medical career long before joining the Marine Corps but couldn’t put herself through school and continue to pay her bills. She joined the Marine Corps planning to balance her military career with college. Givens said the program is a perfect fit for her, and she plans to apply.

“I like the Marine Corps, but my life has to come back to what I eventually want to do for a career,” Givens said.

Applicants for both pro-grams must be U.S. citizens and eligible for a secret clearance.

NMECP applicants must

possess a minimum of 30 trans-ferable college credits and have three years of obligated service — the maximum amount of time students will be given to earn a degree — remaining on their enlistment contract.

MSC IPP requires varying amounts of college credits de-pending on the field selected. Applicants must be at least an E-5.

Anyone interested in more information on specific re-quirements and participation instructions can reference Ma-rine Administrative Message 398/07 or call Montgomery at 643-7649.

Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Carlton W. Kent addresses hundreds of Marines at the Camp Foster Theater July 17 during a tour of Marine Corps installations on Okinawa. Kent was assigned as the 16th sergeant major of the Marine Corps April 25. Photo by Cpl. Warren Peace

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Lance Cpl. Corey A. Blodgettokinawa marine staff

CAMP FOSTER — Most adults on Okinawa are very safety conscious when it comes to taking care of their children or participating in outdoor activities with a higher than average risk level, but many are not so diligent when it comes to caring for themselves while participating in day-to-day recreational activities, safety officials here said recently.

“Most of the injuries that I see are from com-mon recreational games, like basketball,” said

Dr. Ceabert Griffith, the health and wellness manager with Marine Corps Community Services.

Griffith said common sports, such as recreat ional sof tball games, often present a greater risk for adults than other seemingly

more dangerous activities, like diving. This is because participants in the high risk activities often go through courses and are constantly reminded about safety, he said.

The easiest way to stay safe is to simply think about the potential risks and be aware of them, no matter the activity, Griffith said.

“Most mishaps can be avoided if the partici-pants just pay attention,” he said.

Many safety precautions are simply over-looked because they are easily avoidable, said Leslie Sharp, the safety director for MCCS. For example, many adults inadvertently forego ap-

plying sunscreen. “Although we ensure to slather it onto our chil-

dren before heading to the beach or an outdoor activity we forget about ourselves,” she said.

Heat injuries are also common, yet easily avoidable, safety injuries on Okinawa.

Sharp said some of the worst cases of heat injuries are the result of people not recogniz-ing the symptoms. Individuals often experience headaches, dizziness, or mental confusion, but are unaware that they are symptoms of a heat injury. They carry on with their activity, wors-ening the situation, Sharp said.

“These injuries are easily avoidable by be-coming familiar with the signs and symptoms, drinking plenty of fluids, and taking breaks, preferably in a shaded or air-conditioned area,” he said.

In summer, people also gravitate toward the beach, which brings more safety concerns, said Travis Marsden, the MCCS Semper Fit Aquatics program manager.

“With water safety, the biggest concern is people not paying attention to sea conditions prior to entering water,” he said. “Just assessing the situation and looking to see if the conditions are bad increases your chances of remaining out of harm’s way. If you even need to question it, you shouldn’t enter.”

For the most part, mishaps and accidents from recreational activities can be avoided by taking the time to stop and think about the safety hazards.

CritiCal daYs of summer

Lance Cpl. Robert C. Frenkeokinawa marine staff

CAMP SCHWAB — Col. Michael E. Langley assumed command of 12th Marine Regiment from Col. Gerald L. Smith in a change of command ceremony here July 13.

Smith, who took command of 12th Marines in July 2005, will become the chief of staff for the 3rd Marine Division.

Langley comes to the regiment from the Pentagon where he served as the deputy executive assistant to the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

12th marine regiment welcomes new commander

new commanding officer takes charge at clr-37

Langley is a graduate of the University of Texas at Arlington and graduated The Basic School in 1986.

Langley’s first tour was with 3rd Battalion, 10th Marine Regi-ment, at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., where he held

several billets and deployed to Okinawa, Japan under the Unit Deployed Program.

After graduating Amphibious Warfare School in Quantico, Va., in 1992, Langley was assigned as the deputy assistant chief of staff of personnel and administration for 1st Marine Division during which time he deployed to Somalia during Operation Restore Hope.

In 1993, Langley served as the liaison officer with 5th Battalion, 11th Marines, before commanding the battalion’s Headquarters Bat-tery from 1994 to 1995.

Among his other assignments,

after serving as the naval sur-face fire support requirements officer with the Expeditionary Warfare Division Office of the Chief of Naval Operations from 1999 until 2002, Langley returned to Okinawa where he assumed command of 3rd Battalion, 12th Marines until 2004.

Langley’s decorations include the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, two Meritorious Service Medals, three Navy Commendation Medals, the Global War on Terror-ism Service Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal and the Hu-manitarian Service Medal.

SmithLangley

GreenwoodGorry

Safety officials: Common sense best way to stay safe

Immanuel Williams (81) and Matt Schaffer (83) battle for the ball during a tournament on Camp Kinser. Base safety officials are reminding all personnel to use caution while participating in recreational activities. Photo by Lance Cpl. Patrick J. Floto

Lance Cpl. Robert C. Frenkeokinawa marine staff

CAMP KINSER — Col. Thomas A. Gorry assumed command of Com-bat Logistics Regiment 37 from Col. Paul E. Greenwood in a change of command ceremony here July 12.

Greenwood, who took command of CLR-37 in July 2005, will next serve as special staff officer to the Administrate of Foreign Affairs in the New York Foreign Affairs Department.

Gorry comes to CLR-37 from Headquarters, European Com-

mand, where he served as a mem-ber of the European Command Strategy Team.

Gorry graduated from the Uni-versity of North Carolina at Cha-pel Hill and graduated The Basic School in 1986.

Gorry began his career at Bri-gade Service Support Group 1, 1st Marine Expeditionary Brigade, in Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii.

In 1989, Gorry reported for duty with 2nd Recruit Training Battal-ion, Recruit Training Regiment, Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, S.C., where he served as a

series commander, company com-mander, and the battalion supply officer until 1992.

Among his many career high-lights, Gorry served as the ground supply officer for Marine Aircraft Group 14, Marine Corps Air Station

Cherry Point, in 1993 for III Marine Expeditionary Force in 1999.

In 2000, he was selected as the aide-de-camp for the command-ing general of III MEF and Marine Corps Bases Japan.

In June 2002, Gorry assumed command of Marine Expeditionary Unit Service Support Group 31.

Gorry’s decorations include the Defense Meritorious Medal, Joint Service Achievement Medal, three Meritorious Service Medals, Navy Marine Corps Commendation Med-al, Navy Commendation Medal, the Humanitarian Service Medal.

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Lance Cpl. Juan D. Alfonsookinawa marine staff

USS HARPERS FERRY — Marines with III Marine Expeditionary Force’s Spe-cial Operations Training Group conducted a Small Craft Mechanics Course with 14 Malaysian soldiers from the 9th Royal Malay Regiment, Royal Malay-sian Army, July 3-5 aboard the dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49).

The course was held as part of Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training 2007, an annual series of bilateral maritime exer-cises between the United States and several South-east Asian nations.

The Malaysians were eager to learn new skills, and the training was beneficial to both services since it required the allies to work together toward a common goal, said Lance Cpl. Mike Gardiner, a small craft mechanic with SOTG.

During the three-day course, the Marines taught the Malaysian soldiers the

Lance Cpl. Joseph Hinojosa teaches soldiers with the 9th Royal Malay Regiment, Royal Malaysian Army, how to troubleshoot a 55-horsepower outboard engine July 5 during the engine maintenance portion of a Small Craft Mechanics Course aboard the dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry. Photos by Lance Cpl. Juan D. Alfonso

basic mechanics of the Combat Rubber Recon-naissance Craft, or Zo-diac, and how to repair both the hull of the boats and their 55-horsepower outboard engines.

Rubber repair was one of the main topics covered during the course, Gardin-er said. To pass the course, each soldier had to detect,

mark and repair any dam-age to the rubber hull of the Zodiacs by cutting a piece of rubber to size, smoothing out the hull and pasting the new air-tight seal using special glue.

“Rubber repair is an important skill to learn, especially to be a small craft mechanic,” Gar-diner said. “Not that many

people know how to do it, and it’s a valuable skill that will benefit someone both in the military and the civilian world.”

Later in the course, the Malaysians learned to per-form basic maintenance on the engine and how to restart one after a stall in the water caused by flood-ing or debris.

Marine Lance Cpl. Joseph Hinojosa, a small craft mechanic, said he thought teaching the technical troubleshoot-ing portion of the course would be difficult due to the language barrier. But that proved untrue as the Malaysians easily learned to identify and replace broken parts on defective engines, he said.

The course came to a close after the Marines tested the soldiers’ abili-ties during practical ap-plication in the water.

“We had a great time and learned a lot of useful information,” said Ma-laysian Army Lance Cpl. Ahmad Mozahoo, an en-gineer with the regiment. “We really appreciated the training and the patience the Marines showed us. We hope to do more train-ing like this very soon.”

CARAT 2007, which also includes Brunei, Philippines, Singapore and Thailand, is designed to enhance the operational readiness of the partici-pating forces.

Pfc. Dustin F. Delligatti shows Malaysian soldiers how to operate a 55-horsepower outboard engine during the course.

Marines teach mechanics of boating

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Lance Cpl. Tyler J. Hlavacokinawa marine staff

CAMP FOSTER — The Department of Defense launched a new tool recently to aid service members and their families who are moving.

Plan My Move consists of a set of or-ganizational online tools that includes a customizable calendar, “to do” lists, arrival and departure checklists, infor-mation on moving overseas as well as information on moving with a special needs family member.

The link to the Plan My Move pro-gram can be accessed on the DOD’s Military Home Front Web site at http://www.militaryhomefront.dod.mil/mov-ing. A link on the homepage leads to the interactive program designed to guide individuals through the moving process.

“The program provides service mem-bers and their families with a wealth of information and resources on the relocation process,” said Dave Randle, a relocation analyst with Marine Corps Personal Services Center, Marine Corps Community Services Camp Foster. “It can truly make the moving process easier on service members and their families.”

The program also provides service members and their families access to phone numbers and e-mail addresses to the relocation assistance office at their new duty station, which can assist with any specific needs they might have, said Lisa Collier, a sponsorship coordinator and relocation assistant with Personal Services.

Collier said that installation over-views, local weather information, maps, photos, check-in procedures, employ-ment options and information on child care are also available.

The program should help almost all active duty service members whether they are on an accompanied or unac-companied tour.

“Relocating is an extremely stressful event, which if not properly planned, can create some very significant prob-lems for service members and their families,” said Collier. “This process can affect just about everyone within the Department of Defense at one time or another.”

The process for using the program is quick and easy, according to Randle.

After logging on to the site, service members should select their current station, the new installation they are moving to and their date of departure from a set of drop-down menus. Then, click “Get Moving” and a wide variety of resources and information will ap-pear, he said.

engineer support marines test new water distribution system

DoD offers new moving tool for military families

Jeff Krier, a training consultant from Caterpillar, instructs Pfc. Eric J. Anderson how to operate a Water Distributor 613B July 16 at 9th Engineer Support Battalion’s motor pool. The distributor is currently being phased in throughout the Marine Corps. Photos by Lance Cpl. Richard Blumenstein

Krier leads a training session for engineer equipment operators and mechanics on how to operate the new water distribution system.

Lance Cpl. Richard Blumensteinokinawa marine staff

CAMP HANSEN — Engineer equipment operators and me-chanics on Okinawa got their first hands-on training with the Marine Corps’ latest water distribution system July 16-19 at 9th Engineer Support Battalion’s motor pool.

Marines from 3rd Marine Logistics Group’s 9th ESB and 1st Marine Air Wing’s Marine Wing Support Squadron 172 trained to operate and main-tain the Water Distributor 613B, said Paul Zackeroff, a warranty coordinator from Marine Corps Systems Command.

The distributor, which is used for soil stabilization and dust reduction in support of road construction and landing zone operations, uses high pressure pumps to evenly distribute wa-ter and chemicals over a large area. It boasts a 2,500 gallon water tank and requires a single operator.

The engineer support Marines received in-depth classroom and hands-on instruction on how to operate the device, which can spray a chemical adhesive that mixes with and hardens soil to make it more suitable for con-struction, said Jeff Krier, a train-ing consultant from Caterpillar, the company that produces the distributor.

“If you just build a road with-

out compacting it first, it’s not going to last long,” Krier said. “By using the (distributor) you can build roads and landing zones that need fewer repairs.”

Krier noted Marines can use the distributor in a wide range of areas because it can easily be transported by aircraft. The Marines practiced breaking down the system into three parts to prepare it for helicopter transport.

“You can take this thing wherever you need it to go,” Krier said. “If there is a location that’s only accessible by helicop-ter, you can take it there.”

Once on the ground, the dis-tributor helps reduce dust that can clog and damage helicopter engines on dusty landing zones, Krier said.

“By reducing the amount of foreign debris sucked into the helicopter, you can reduce the amount of unnecessary dam-age,” he said.

The dist r ibutor is being phased into the Marine Corps as the first piece of equipment of its type. Zackeroff said prior to the distributor, Marines improvised methods to stabilize soil and reduce dust on landing zones, using available equipment such as motor vehicles, pipes, ropes and hoses.

“It’s going to make life a lot easier for us to accomplish the mission,” said Cpl. Wil-liam D. Weatherspoon, an en-gineer equipment operator with MWSS-172. “It’s much more efficient than what we had in the past.”

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typhoon man-yi slams okinawaMassive response keeps camps running

A concrete electricity pole along Route 330 blown over during Typhoon Man-yi knocked out power to many homes July 13. During Typhoon Man-yi, more than 100,000 homes lost power, according to the Public Affairs office of Okinawa Electric Power Company Inc. Photo by Sgt. Ethan Rocke

Cpl. Arnold Kusero chops fallen tree branches on Camp Foster July 14. Photo by Sgt. Joshua S. Higgins

Local Japanese crews reconstruct toppled power lines along Highway 330. Photo by Sgt. Joshua S. Higgins

Lance Cpl. Daniel R. Toddokinawa marine staff

a crew of more than 1,800 Marines, sailors and civilian employees spent countless man hours cleaning up

after Typhoon Man-yi ripped through Okinawa July 13 strewing debris and causing damage throughout Marine Corps installations here.

The crews worked non-stop to clean up debris, remove fallen trees and repair roof tops, windows and other damage to build-ings, said Staff Sgt. Worrell Aitcheson, pro-gram coordinator with Marine Corps Base Facilities Engineers.

“The Marines and civilians we had work-ing out there were outstanding and did a phenomenal job,” Aitcheson said. “All the crews on the recovery teams worked together to get the jobs done efficiently and in a timely manner.”

When entire camps lost power and water during the storm, the FE crews worked into the evening to completely restore services by 9 p.m. Friday, even as the remnants of the

storm continued to pound the island, said Aitcheson.

At one point during the storm, the U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa lost water pressure but Marines with Headquarters and Service Battalion, Marine Corps Base were quick to deliver potable water, within one hour, said Col. Dale Smith, Marine Corps Base chief of staff.

The weather remained harsh through Sat-urday as crews worked to clear debris and provide basic needs to base residents after “all clear,” was announced, Smith said.

“(The crews) worked in torrential rain and high winds that didn’t deter them one bit,” he said. “Their effort is what got the bas-es up and running at full speed. The scope was tremendously large and ‘Herculean.’”

Though damages on base were mostly mi-nor, they still racked up to a hefty price tag, said Smith. An initial assessment estimated $780,000 worth of damages, but that total is expected to increase substantially.

Marine Corps Base Provost Marshal’s Of-fice officials said uprooted trees, destroyed utility buildings and overturned and flooded vehicles were among the most severe dam-age reported.

Marine Wing Support Squadron-172 was among many units to play a large role in the recovery. The unit provided skill sets and assets that other units did not have including chainsaws and dump trucks. The personnel and gear proved to be an incredible boost to the recovery effort, said 2nd Lt. Crystal R. Serrano, construction platoon commander with MWSS-172.

“I’m very happy with the Marines’ perfor-mance,” said Serrano. “They unhesitatingly went out throughout the weekend to help with recovery efforts.”

The Marines and other crews cleared nearly 20 dump truck loads of debris over the weekend, even as pouring rain, high winds and lightning slowed their progress, said Serrano.

Smith said his hat was off to all the Marines, sailors and civilians who risked their lives in terrible weather to deliver basic necessities and improve the quality of life for service members throughout the island.

“I can’t thank them enough for all their hard work and dedication,” he said.

Okinawa Marine | feature | July 20, 2007Okinawa Marine | feature | July 20, 2007 11

PERSONAL PROPERTY

DAMAGE CLAIMSAll Marines and civilians, attached to Marine Corps units, who reside on base or in authorized off-base housing can file damage claims with the Claims Section of the Staff Judge Advocate Office in

Room 1, Building 1, Marine Corps Base Camp Butler.

• Forms can be requested in person or via e-mail from Christin N. Sanders at christin.sanders@usmc.mil.

• Claims will be accepted every Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. and from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and on Fridays by appointment only.

• For vehicle damage claims, applicants must include photos and two estimates from any garages for the cost of repairs based on used parts. If used parts are not available, then the estimates must state this.

• For all other property damage, photos are required for damages filed in claims. Digital, print or Polaroids will be accepted.

• Take photos before disposing of food, carpets, bedding and any thing else not mentioned.

• Do not dispose of any large furniture unless specifically instructed to by claims officials.

• Where you live has no bearing on personal property claims. Claims must be filed with your respective service’s claims office.

CONTACT NUMBERS

Marine Corps645-7460645-7461645-7462

Air Force634-1662

Navy634-8255

Army644-4742

A concrete electricity pole along Route 330 blown over during Typhoon Man-yi knocked out power to many homes July 13. During Typhoon Man-yi, more than 100,000 homes lost power, according to the Public Affairs office of Okinawa Electric Power Company Inc. Photo by Sgt. Ethan Rocke

ABOVE | A member of the Marine Corps Bases Japan Fire Department packs up his chainsaw July 14 after using it to clear tree branches in the Kishaba Housing Area. Photo by Sgt. Joshua S. Higgins

LEFT | A landscaper ties branches to supports July 16 while repairing a tree near Bldg. 1 on Camp Foster that was damaged during the typhoon. Photo by Lance Cpl. Daniel R. ToddLocal Japanese crews reconstruct toppled power lines along Highway 330. Photo by Sgt. Joshua S. Higgins

12 Okinawa Marine | feature | July 20, 2007

Lance Cpl. Corey A. Blodgettokinawa marine staff

Considered by many as the “Heartbeat of Okinawa,” Kokusai Dori, or International Street, is a mile-long,

one-stop view of Okinawan culture that’s lined with hotels, clothing and variety stores, bars, restaurants and plenty of souve-nir shops.

Before World War II, Kokusai Street was a main road that ran through swampy farm land at the edge of Naha. The swamps were drained in 1954 and the street began to boom.

Now, more than 20,000 people stroll along Kokusai Street daily with more than 2,000 buses tra-versing it, according to Mahae Plus an Okinawa tourist infor-mation center.

The “Miracle Mile,” a nick-name given to the street for its activity, is filled with vendors standing outside their shops enticing people to enter their colorfully decorated stores.

During the night, the street comes to life with flashing neon

lights as musicians and street merchants fill the sidewalks.

Accompanying the small shops and vendors on the street are three major department stores: Maxy and Mitsukoshi near the center of Kokusai, and Ryubo, located at the southwest end of Kokusai at Palette Kumo-ji. These stores carry Okinawan crafts, fabrics and kimonos as well as typical department store goods.

Branch off from Kokusai near its center are Heiwa Dori, or “Peace Street,” and Ichiba-hon Dori. These covered pedestrian streets are known to be great areas to find bargain prices on a variety of items.

Yachimun-Dori, an entire street filled with shops selling handmade pottery and ceramics, is located off of Heiwa-Dori.

Nightlife on Kokusai is al-ways active with a large selec-tion of shops, bars, and inexpen-sive eateries open until the early hours of the morning.

Besides being home to a mul-titude of stores and restaurants, Kokusai Dori also hosts many parades and festivals through-

Naha’s Kokusai Street serves as island’s cultural hub

Okinawa’s Main street

out the year. Processions of Eisa dancers and drummers march down Kokusai during celebra-tions such as the Naha Tug-of-War in October and the 10,000 Eisa Dancers Parade in August.

Kokusai is also centrally located among many tourist des-tinations in Naha. A quick ride on the Yui-rail from any of three stations on or around Kokusai can take visitors to Shuri Castle

or the Naha Airport for just a few hundred yen.

Kokusai Street is located in the heart of Naha. To get there, take Route 58 south toward Naha. Approximately five kilometers past Camp Kinser’s Gate 1, turn left on Route 42 at the Kumoji intersection. At the third stoplight, the south end of Kokusai Street will be to the left.

Kokusai Street is a mile-long strip lined with hotels, clothing and variety stores, bars, restaurants and numerous souvenir shops. Photo by Lance Cpl. Corey A. Blodgett

A street merchant displays his artwork to passers-by. Several vendors line the street, offering a wide variety of goods and services. Photo by Lance Cpl. Corey A. Blodgett

Okinawa Marine | feature | July 20, 2007 13

Okinawa’s Main streetHeiwa Dori, or “Peace Street,” is a covered pedestrian street that branches off Kokusai Street and features a variety of items at bargain prices. Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Mark E. Bradley

Along the “Miracle Mile,” vendors entice patrons to enter their stores with unique, colorful display items such as the habu sake jugs pictured here.Photo by Lance Cpl. Corey A. Blodgett

At night, Kokusai Street comes to life as musicians and street merchants fill the sidewalks.Photo by Lance Cpl. Kevin Knallay

The nightlife on Kokusai Street features a large selection of shops, bars, and inexpensive eateries that stay open late. Photo by Lance Cpl. Corey A. Blodgett

14 Okinawa Marine | feature | July 20, 2007

Lance Cpl. Tyler J. Hlavacokinawa marine staff

A suspect tries to flee, but he doesn’t get far before a military working dog brings him down. With its powerful jaws, the

dog pins the culprit to the ground until the handler gives the release command.

This scenario was just one of many the Camp Foster Provost Marshal’s Office dog han-dlers demonstrated for children at the Camp Foster Youth and Teen Center July 11.

“We put on demonstrations like this all the time, both to test our dogs and to provide entertainment for kids and adults,” said Sgt. Travis Blesi, a dog handler with PMO.

The handlers began the demonstration by giving the dogs simple commands such as sit and heel. Upon successful completion of a command, handlers rewarded the dogs with a special tone of voice.

“It’s called the praise voice,” said Blesi. “We use it to let the dogs know when they have

done something well.” As the demonstration continued, the com-

mands became more difficult as the handler’s showcased their dogs’ abilities in the field.

Cpl. Kevin Lennox, also a dog handler with PMO, showcased the canines’ uncanny sense of smell by hiding simulated drugs inside a locker. Within minutes, his dog sniffed out the stash.

“In the field, such as in Iraq, we often rely on the dog’s sense of smell to tip us off to things such as hidden drug stashes or explo-sives,” said Lennox. “Quite often, units call us in to search areas where they suspect there might be bombs or other sorts of Improvised Explosive Devices.”

One of the ultimate tests of the dog and handler team occurs during a suspect search, said Blesi.

Blesi enacted this scenario as he and his dog searched Lennox, who posed as a criminal suspect wearing a specially padded jacket to protect against bites.

The procedure is difficult because while the handler is searching a suspect, he is vulnerable and must rely on his canine partner to cover him and act immediately if a suspect makes any aggressive movements, said Blesi. If a dog fails to act, it could cost the handler his life.

Lennox stood still at first as Blesi searched him. But then the handler, turned mock crimi-nal, fled despite Blesi’s warnings to stop.

Blesi unleashed his dog and within mo-ments Lennox was subdued. The dog was careful to apply enough pressure with his jaws to keep Lennox immobilized without causing serious injury. The dog held Lennox there until Blesi gave the command for release.

The bond between the handler and the dog is a special one, acknowledged Blesi.

“They are more then just a pet or govern-ment property to us,” he said. “We are always spending time with them, training them, feed-ing them, cleaning them. Often the only time we separate is to sleep. In my opinion, it’s the best job in the Marine Corps.”

Kristi McNairokinawa marine staff

More than 50 col-lege students from across the U.S. came

to Okinawa this summer to help give military kids a chance to get out of the house and participate in healthy activities.

The students are volun-teer counselors for Camp Adventure Youth Services, a nonprofit organization provided through the University of Northern Iowa. The program of-fers school-age and youth service programs directed primarily toward U.S. military installations, U.S. embassies and corporate clubs and organizations worldwide.

Camp Adventure is held on Okinawa each year from June through August, offering a day camp and an aquatics program.

“There’s a different theme every week of the camp,” said Molly Conley, who has volunteered with CAYS for five years and is currently Okinawa’s Camp Adventure project coordi-nator. “We like to call it a mobile Disney World.”

Campers also par-ticipate in a one-week club activity, such as cooking or drama. The club week ends with “Camp A Pres-ents” on Friday, when the campers present to their families what they accom-plished.

Sara Blymyer, the director of the program at

PMO shares canine passion with kids

Summer program brings adventure to Camp Foster youth

Cpl. Josh Smith, a dog handler with the Camp Foster Provost Marshal’s Office, fields questions about his canine partner from children at the Camp Foster Youth and Teen Center July 11. Photos by Lance Cpl. Tyler J. Hlavac

Cpl. Kevin Lennox is taken to the ground while impersonating a suspect as handler Sgt. Travis Blesi makes sure his dog does not use excessive force.

Camp Foster, has been a CAYS counselor for three years. She said she sees the program as a way for her to give back.

“This is a chance for us to give back to the military

for everything they do,” said Blymyer, a student at the University of Arizona.

But campers aren’t the only ones who benefit from the experience, she said.

“Being a counselor is a

great opportunity for those who are considering going into the field of educa-tion or any field involving working with children,” she said.

Ben Bowen, a junior at Washington State Univer-sity, said the travel and adventure aspect of the program is what appealed to him most.

“It’s cool being able to live on a military base and get a view into the mili-tary world,” said Bowen. “I come from a small town, so being a (CAYS) coun-selor has definitely shown me a lot of diversity.”

Fore more information on Camp Adventure for both campers and prospec-tive counselors, visit http://www.uni.edu/campadv.

Camp Adventure counselor Vanessa Calvillo, a graduate student at the University of Toledo, plays a game of one-on-one with Kaveon Stewart, 5, at the Foster Youth and Teen Center July 12. Photo by Lance Cpl. David Rogers

Okinawa Marine | sports | July 20, 2007 17

Amateur bodybuilders compete for Far East title

Imposing figures

Tsuyoshi Oshirolight-middleweight

12th Annual Far East Bodybuilding Competition

winneRS’ CiRCle

Charlene DeLuce Middleweight

Mau JacksonMiddleweight

Roosevelt MoodyHeavyweight

Kenny WalkerLight-heavyweight

Yozaki RyoBantamweight

Women’s heavyweight

division and overall

women’s winner

Shannon Thomas

competes in the 12th

Annual Far East

Bodybuilding Competition at the Camp

Foster Theater July 15.

Forty-seven amateur

bodybuilders competed in

the event.Photos by Lance

Cpl. Daniel R. Todd

Tomoya Nakanomari, the lightweight division winner, celebrates after being named the overall winner in the men’s division.

Not pictured: HIROMI OTOGAWA women’s lightweight

division winner

Okinawa Marine Staff

Forty-seven amateur bodybuilders, both Okinawan and American, vied for the top spot during the

12th Annual Far East Bodybuilding Competition at the Camp Foster The-ater Sunday, wowing more than 700 spectators.

The sold out crowd cheered and whis-tled as the athletes competed in several weight classes for both men and women. An overall champion was chosen from the top finishers of each weight class.

“The show sold out again this year as it has for the past few years,” said Michael Boughton, master of ceremonies for the event. “It is always great to have a large crowd cheering on the athletes and this year’s crowd was awesome and full of enthusiasm.”

Competitors were judged on stage presence, physique and performance to determine winners in each weight class, with the winner moving on to compete for the title of overall champion.

The women opened the show, com-peting in lightweight, middleweight and heavyweight divisions.

Hiromi Otogawa was uncontested and took first place in the lightweight divi-sion, and Charlene DeLuce ousted Emma Fromine to claim the middleweight title.

In the heavyweight division, Shannon Thomas muscled out the competition to claim her first bodybuilding title. She also beat out Otogawa and DeLuce in the overall competition, winning two airline tickets to Hawaii.

“I am just overwhelmed with the out-come of the competition,” Thomas said. “I came in thinking I wouldn’t even win my weight class, but the hard work really paid off and I can’t wait to go to Hawaii.”

The men’s portion of the competition had a strong turnout with the athletes competing in six weight classes: bantam-weight, lightweight, light-middleweight, middleweight, light-heavyweight and heavyweight divisions.

American and Okinawan male com-petitors split title wins as Yozaki Ryo placed first in the bantamweight divi-sion, Tomoya Nakanomari dominated the lightweight division, and Tsuyoshi Oshiro took the light-middleweight division.

Mau Jackson finished first in the mid-dleweight division while Kenny Walker took the light-heavyweight champion-ship, his third consecutive first place finish in the Far East competition.

Roosevelt Moody was named the heavyweight champion, and Nakano-mari won the overall men’s title. Nakano-mari also won tickets to Hawaii.

18 Okinawa Marine | marketplace | July 20, 2007

In theaters July 20-2�

The USO hosts movie nights at the camps below. For schedules and start times, call:

Start times are subject to change without notice.Call in advance to confirm show times.

schwab625-2333

FRIDAY Rataouille (G), 6 p.m.; Bug (R), 9:30 p.m.

SATURDAY No movies scheduled; Missoula Children’s Theater event

SUNDAY Rataouille (G), 1 p.m., 4:30 p.m.; Bug (R), 8 p.m.

MONDAY Rataouille (G), 7 p.m.

TUESDAY Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (PG-13), 4 p.m., 8 p.m.

WEDNESDAY Shrek the Third (PG), 4 p.m.; Bug (R), 7 p.m.

THURSDAY Transformers (PG-13), 3 p.m., 7 p.m.

FRIDAY Transformers (PG-13), 7 p.m.; Bug (R), 10 p.m.

SATURDAY Shrek the Third (PG), noon; Transformers (PG-13), 3 p.m., 7 p.m., 10:30 p.m.

SUNDAY Shrek the Third (PG), noon; Transformers (PG-13), 3 p.m., 7 p.m.

MONDAY Transformers (PG-13), 3 p.m., 7 p.m.

TUESDAY Bug (R), 7 p.m.

WEDNESDAY Spider-Man 3(PG-13), 7 p.m.

THURSDAY Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (PG-13), 3 p.m., 7 p.m.

kadena634-4422

foster645-3465

uso movIe nIghts

futenma636-3890

courtney622-9616

kInser637-2177

FRIDAY Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (PG-13), 5:30 p.m., 9:30 p.m.

SATURDAY Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (PG-13), 1 p.m., 5 p.m., 9 p.m.

SUNDAY 28 Weeks Later (R), 7 p.m.

MONDAY The Condemned (R), 7 p.m.

TUESDAY Closed

WEDNESDAY Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (PG), 1 p.m.; The Condemned (R), 7 p.m.

THURSDAY Closed

FRIDAY 28 Weeks Later (R), 7 p.m.

SATURDAY The Condemned (R), 1:30 p.m.; 28 Weeks Later (R), 6 p.m.

SUNDAY Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (PG-13), 1:30 p.m., 6 p.m.

MONDAY The Condemned (R), 7 p.m.

TUESDAY Closed

WEDNESDAY Transformers (PG-13), 7 p.m.

THURSDAY Closed

FRIDAY Spider-Man 3 (PG-13), 7 p.m.

SATURDAY Bug (R), 7 p.m.

SUNDAY Shrek the Third (PG), 7 p.m.

MONDAY Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (PG-13), 7 p.m.

TUESDAY Transformers (PG-13), 7 p.m.

WEDNESDAY Closed

THURSDAY Closed

FRIDAY Are We Done Yet? (PG), 3:30 p.m.; Bug (R), 6:30 p.m.

SATURDAY Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer (PG), 3:30 p.m.; Blades of Glory (PG-13), 6:30 p.m.

SUNDAY Shrek the Third (PG), 3:30 p.m.; Bug (R), 6:30 p.m.

MONDAY Closed

TUESDAY Closed

WEDNESDAY Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (PG-13), 2:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m.

THURSDAY No showing

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windom jCi May 09, $2,500 OBO. 645-6010’94 toyota exiv jCi july 09, $2,800. 622-8633’94 honda wagon jCi Feb. 08, $1,500 OBO. 622-7735’93 honda odyssey jCi April 08, $1,500 OBO. 645-4615’93 honda legend jCi july 08, $1,000 OBO. 645-4615’95 honda odyssey jCi April 08, $3,500 OBO. 634-1851’91 honda integra jCi March 09, $1,400 OBO. 623-4940’93 toyota windom jCi june 08, $2,500 OBO. 633-8811

’92 toyota aristo jCi May 09, $2,800 OBO. 633-8811’94 honda accord jCi Feb. 08, $1,500 OBO. 622-9062’94 toyota rav4 jCi june 09, $2,400 OBO. (090) 3793-1252

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automobIles— TaylorMade R7 460 driver, $275 OBO. 646-4449— Dive gear sets: wet suit, mask, snorkel, fins, gloves and boots. Male set, $55; female set, $45. 622-8339 — Leather sectional sofa, $80; couch/futon, $30; oak dining table with chairs, $100; 3-piece table set, $40; gas trimmer,

$40. (090) 6869-7685— Queen Beautyrest mattress and box spring, $100; 32-inch jVC TV, $75; Outdoor patio tarp with frame, $150 OBO. 646-5434— L-shaped couch, $700; microwave, $30; computer, printer and desk, $50; golf set, $50. food slicer, $20; toaster, $25. 633-8811

mIscellaneous

camp Foster645-7486/7487

Catholic: Mon.-Fri., 11:45 a.m.; Sat., 5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.Eastern Orthodox: Sun., 9:30 a.m.Gospel: Sun., 11:30 a.m.Hindu Services: Sun. (Bldg. 455), 3:30 p.m.jewish: Fri., 6:30 p.m.Latter-day Saints: Sun., 2 p.m. (Bldg. 455)Muslim: Friday prayer at 12:45 p.m.Protestant: Sun., 8:30 a.m.

camp lester643-7226

Catholic: Sun., 8 a.m., Lester Chapel; Wed., 11 a.m., Hospital ChapelProtestant: Sun., 9 a.m., Hospital Chapel; Sun., 10 a.m., Lester Chapel

camp hansen623-4694

Catholic: Sun. (East Chapel), 10 a.m.; Mon.-Fri. (East Chapel), 11:30 a.m. Protestant: Sun. (West Chapel), 11 a.m.

mcas Futenma 636-3058

Catholic: Sun., noon; Mon., 5 p.m.; Wed., 5 p.m.Lutheran: 11:30 a.m. Contemporary: Sun., 9 a.m.

camp schwab625-2644/2866

Catholic: Sun., 8:30 a.m.Protestant: Sun., 11 a.m.

camp mctureous 622-7505

Gospel: Sun., 12:30 p.m.Lutheran: Sun. 9:45 a.m.

camp courtney622-9350

Catholic: Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri., 7 a.m.; Sun. 8 a.m., 11:15 a.m.Protestant: Sun., 9:30 a.m.; Liturgical, 6:30 p.m.

Kadena air base 634-1288

Catholic: Daily Mass (Mon.-Fri.), noon, Chapel 2 Saturday, Reconciliation upon request Blessed Sacrament Chapel, 3:30 p.m., Chapel 2;

Mass, 5 p.m., Chapel 2

Sunday MassesMass, 8:45 a.m., Chapel 3;Mass, 12:30 p.m., Chapel 1;Life Teen Mass, 5 p.m., Chapel 1

Holy Day of Obligation Masses Mass, noon, Chapel 2; Mass, 6 p.m., Chapel 3

Protestant: inspirational,8:30 a.m., Chapel 2;Evangelical, 9 a.m., Chapel 1; Traditional, 10:30 a.m., Chapel 2; Gospel, 10:30 a.m., Chapel 3; Emmaus Communion Liturgical, 6:30 p.m., Chapel 3; Project 196 (Contemporary), 6:30 p.m., high school

camp Kinser 637-1148

Catholic: Mon., Wed., Thurs., Fri. (Chapel 2), noon; Sun., Chapel 1, 11 a.m.Gospel: Sun. (Chapel 1), 12:30 p.m.Protestant: Sun. (Chapel 1), 9:30 a.m.

chapel schedule

For more information, contact the Single Marine Program

Office at 645-3681.

July 21 | RENAISSANCE RESORT TRIP• Kick off your shoes, and have a relaxing day of swimming and snorkeling at the Renaissance Resort.

• Bring snorkeling gear or rent it for ¥1,000 per hour. Snorkel vests are required. • Entrance fee: ¥1,260 • Bring yen for lunch

• Depart Camp Schwab at 8 a.m., Camp Hansen at 8:30 a.m. and Camp Courtney at 9:15 a.m.

July 27 | CAMP FOSTER SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT• Compete in a friendly game of softball against other Camp Foster Marines and sailors from 2-6 p.m. Softball equipment will be provided. Teams should consist of seven or more players.

• Bring snacks and sunscreen. Free barbecue for all players. To sign up, call 645-0943 or e-mail jacob.sailors@usmc.mil.

motorcycles’06 harley-davidson Fat boy $17,500. (080) 1763-1286’05 harley-davidson v-rod $13,000. 622-7093’91 honda steed low rider 599cc $2,000. 633-0713’96 KawasaKi ninja zx-9r jCi june 07, $3,200 OBO. (090) 6861-7243

CAMP SCHWAB 625-3834

MCAS FUTENMA 636-2113

CAMP HANSEN 623-5011

KADENA AIR BASE 632-8781

• The Camp Hansen Theater is closed for renovation until August.

sIngle marIne program events

All bus pick-up points will be at Semper Fit gyms or the

Foster Fieldhouse.