May 24, 2012 Tester newspaper

Volume 69, Number 21 Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Maryland May 24, 2012

Sesame Street/USO Experiencefor Military Families

May 26; NAS Pax River Drill Hall Shows at 10 a.m. and2 p.m. Seating is first come, first served. Sesame Street andthe USO are bringing the furry, fuzzy and friendly Mup-pets to NAS Patuxent River. Meet Katie, a military kid onSesame Street who is moving to a new place. Mini-showand giveaways. Free and open to all with base access.

Great Mills SwimmingPool reopens

The St. Mary’s County Department of Recreation andParks will reopen the Great Mills Swimming Pool May 25.

Ride for the Wall"Navy Chiefs Ride for the Wall," an annual event in

honor of Memorial Day, will begin at 6 a.m. May 27. Rid-ers will meet at the Compass Systems office, 21471 GreatMills Rd., Lexington Park. For information, [email protected].

County Government officesclose for Memorial Day

St. Mary’s County Government offices will be closed

News Briefs

See News Briefs, Page 16

Story and photo by Chris BashamTester Editor

Going to a movie is often a spur-of-the-moment decision.A quick glance at the movie listings and why not? Until re-cently, though, actually showing that movie was a slow andarduous undertaking. Films arrived in 60-pound cases, andthen Center Stage Theater staff would have to connect eachportion of the film, splice them together, and load them ontoreels for projection.

"Building a movie took at least 45 minutes to an hour," ex-plained Suszann Gatewood, Center Stage Theater Manager."Now, building a movie takes a minute."

What's the big change? As part of a Navy-wide upgrade,Center Stage Theater has replaced its old film projector witha Christie CP 2220 digital DLB projector. Each movie arriveson a small hard drive with a key, and loads in seconds intothe projector.

Digital movies have other advantages: unlike film, digitalmovies always look like new.

"On film, movies can have scratches," said Gatewood. "Es-pecially for us, because we didn't get it first run, you get a movieand you don't even know what it's been through. Digital copieswill look perfect from the first showing to the last."

The new equipment, installed May 17, takes up a fraction ofthe space once required by film projectors.

The theater has also added 3-D projection capability, whichit will display for the first time this weekend: Avatar is comingto the Center Stage Theater in 3-D.

Center Stage Theater upgradesbring digital 3D movies to Pax

Center Stage Theater Manager Suszann Gate-wood displays equipment which provides 3-D pro-jection capability.

Memorial DayMay 28, 2012

By Doug AbbottsNAWCAD Public Affairs

Anti-aircraft fire whizzes past Lt. Jack“Deadeye” Gunner as he banks his fighterhard to the left. He looks down and fires at theenemy combatants, then turns his focusahead as several Fire Scout unmanned aircraftswoop in to assist.

Suddenly, Gunner’s aircraft shudders un-der the impact of hostile fire. As his fiery air-craft spins out of control, he deploys his ejec-tion seat and parachutes safely to the ground.Gunner lands, thankful for the gear and sys-tems that kept him alive.

Just as fictional pilot Gunner depended onlife-saving technology, real U.S. militarymembers use technical advancements creat-ed by researchers every day.

Innovation that develops life-saving tech-nology is alive and well at NAS Patuxent River.The Naval AirWarfare Center Aircraft DivisionHuman Systems Department, home to 26 dif-ferent laboratories, harvests this spirit of in-novation every day through its research, de-velopment and forward thinking.

Technologies and capabilities developedin the HSD laboratories ensure the safety, sur-vivability and highest levels of human per-formance within the fleet through innovativedesigns both in the labs and through partner-ships with industry.

The department held an open house on

April 25 to showcase its resources, expert-ise, ongoing work and future capabilitiesdevelopment efforts. Visitors embarked onself-led tours through the various laborato-ries while team members gave presenta-tions and demonstrated the department’scapabilities.

"This open house was just what programteam members needed to connect with ourfolks in the Human Systems DepartmentLabs. From flight suit design to cockpit er-gonomics, the HSD is dedicated to keepingaircrews at the top of their game," said NAW-CAD Commander Rear Adm. Randy Mahr.

The HSD pursues technological advanceson existing equipment to better suit the needsof customers. For instance, the Textile Tech-nology Analysis Lab performs instrument-driven tests to evaluate the fire-resistance ofmilitary garments and prototypes. Data gath-ered from these tests results in modifica-tions made to improve garment quality,protecting wearers such as the fictionalGunner should he be exposed to flames.

Labs such as those in the CrashworthySystems Branch continue to refine comput-er-based models, which simulate crashes toenable the exploration of new equipmentconfigurations, properties and types. Thegoal is to find ways to better protect aircrew.

“We have a virtual test facility,” said Dr.Ed Sieveka, a mechanical engineer for theCrashworthy Systems Branch. “Modelingcan help with new experiments, and helpwith the creation of new seats.”

In the OperatorVehicle Electro-optics andHabitability Branch, the Helmet MountedDisplays Lab is developing helmet displays toallow an F-35 pilot’s head angle to direct air-to-air and air-to-ground weapons seekers orother sensors to target. This would allow “tar-gets to be designated with minimal aircraftmaneuvering, minimizing the time spent inthe threat environment, and allowing greater

Technology bridges past and future at Pax

U.S. Navy photo

The Crewstation Technology Lab in the NAWCAD Human Systems Depart-ment focuses on modeling and simulation to evaluate display formats andcockpit design for pilots.

See Tech, Page 8

Tester2 Thursday, May 24, 2012

Leatherneck 5K raises funds for injured Marines

Left: Runner number 775, Nicholas Burch, was the first to finish, with a time of 18:12.

U.S. Navy photo by Chris Basham

And they're off!Nearly 300 runners and walkers participated in the 6th annual Leatherneck 5k Race/Fun Run/WalkMay 19, raising approximately $7,000 to support the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund to provide for theneeds of injured Marines, Sailors and other servicemembers and their families. For more photos, visitwww.facebook.com/NASPaxRiver.

Submitted by theVeterans of Foreign Wars

The federal flag code says theuniversal custom is to display theU.S. flag from sunrise to sunset onbuildings and stationary flagstaffs inthe open, but when a patriotic effectis desired the flag may be displayed24 hours a day if properly illuminat-ed during the hours of darkness.Also, the U.S. flag should not be dis-played when the weather is in-clement, except when an all-weath-er flag is displayed.

Displaying the Flag:OOnn SSame Same StafftaffU.S. flag at peak, above any other

flag.

GrGroupedoupedU.S. flag goes to its own right.

Flags of other nations are flown atsame height.

MarMarchingchingU.S. flag to marchers right (ob-

server's left).

On SOn Speaker's Ppeaker's PlatformlatformWhen displayed with a speaker's

platform, it must be above and be-hind the speaker. If mounted on astaff it is on the speaker's right.

DDecorecorationationNever use the flag for decoration.

Use bunting with the blue on top,then white, then red.

SSalutealuteAll persons present in uniform

should render the military salute.Members of the armed forces andveterans who are present but not inuniform may render the military

salute. All other persons presentshould face the flag and stand at at-tention with their right hand overthe heart, or if applicable, removetheir headdress with their righthand and hold it at the left shoulder,the hand being over the heart.

OvOver a Strer a Street Ueet Union (stars)nion (stars) facenorth or east depending on the di-rection of the street.

HHalf Salf StafftaffOn special days, the flag may be

flown at half-staff. On Memorial Dayit is flown at half-staff until noonand then raised.

Do not let the flag touch theground.

Do not fly flag upside down un-less there is an emergency.

Do not carry the flag flat, or carrythings in it.

Do not use the flag as clothing.Do not store the flag where it can

get dirty.

Do not use it as a cover.Do not fasten it or tie it back. Al-

ways allow it to fall free.Do not draw on, or otherwise

mark the flag.

Flag Disposal:The flag should be folded in its

customary manner.It is important that the fire be

fairly large and of sufficient intensi-ty to ensure complete burning ofthe flag.

Place the flag on the fire.The individual(s) can come to at-

tention, salute the flag, recite thePledge of Allegiance and have a briefperiod of silent reflection.

After the flag is completely con-sumed, the fire should then be safelyextinguished and the ashes buried.

Please make sure you are con-forming to local/state fire codes orordinances.

Note: Please contact your local

Respect the Flag on MemorialDay — and every day

See Flag, Page 11

By Vice Adm. DavidArchitzelCommander, Naval AirSystems Command

As we approach the holidayweekend, I'd like to remindeveryone how our Memorial Daybegan. As described by GeneralJohn A. Logan of the Grand Armyof the Republic: "The 30th ofMay, 1868, is designated for thepurpose of strewing with flowersor otherwise decorating thegraves of comrades who died indefense of their country duringthe late rebellion, and whosebodies now lie in almost everycity, village and hamlet church-yard in the land. In this obser-vance no form of ceremony isprescribed, but posts and com-rades will in their own wayarrange such fitting services andtestimonials of respect as cir-cumstances may permit."

Our nation took those wordsto heart and, every year, commu-nities across the country hold pa-rades, tend the graves of veter-ans, visit veterans' homes andcoordinate other activities todemonstrate their gratitude toour Soldiers, Sailors, Marines andAirmen. I urge everyone to lookfor opportunities to join in thesecelebrations. Look for ways to ex-perience this extraordinary senseof community and to expressyour appreciation to the manyveterans across our nation.

Memorial Day also launchesus into summer, a time to be es-pecially mindful of safety - nomatter what activity you engagein. Last year, in the period be-tween Memorial Day and Labor

Day, we lost 31 Sailors andMarines: one by ATV wreck, threeby drowning, three from otherrecreational activities, 11 in carsand trucks, and 13 in motorcycleaccidents.These numbers repre-sent a substantial increase overthe previous two years, and mo-torcycle deaths almost doubled.Personal safety, as well as thesafety of your family, friends andthose around you, should alwaysbe a priority. And remember tobe mindful of others on the road.Stay alert at all times and drivedefensively.

In appreciation of your hardwork and to help promote safetravel during the holiday week-end, supervisors are encouragedto grant liberty to military per-sonnel and unscheduled annualleave for civilians, beginning at1200, Friday, May 25 - workloadpermitting. At the discretion ofsupervisors, civilians are author-ized to depart 59 minutes earlierthan their normal scheduled de-parture time.

Good on ya, and have a won-derful and safe Memorial Dayweekend!

Memorial Dayhas meaning

Vice Adm. David Architzel

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By Paula PaigeProgram ManagementAcquisition Support (AIR 1.0)Public Affairs

A new software standard promisesfor military aviation what Android didfor mobile phones and tablets.

The Future Airborne CapabilityEnvironment expo, scheduled 10 a.m.to 5 p.m. June 5 at Patuxent RiverNaval Air Museum, will present appli-cations and tools that promotereusable software capabilities.

FACE establishes a business modelthat is beneficial to industry and gov-ernment, and fosters innovation andcompetition. FACE is based on “openarchitecture,” without proprietary in-terfaces, which allows users to com-pete for portions of that architecture.In this environment, anyone can addproducts or create software applica-tions, known as "apps."

“This is quite possibly the mostimportant innovation in naval avia-tion since computers were first incor-porated into airplanes,” said Capt.Tracy Barkhimer, who manages theAir Combat Electronics Program Of-fice, known as PMA-209, a co-sponsorof the FACE expo. “This will truly pavethe way for the future.”

The event’s organizer, the FACEConsortium, is an aviation-focusedprofessional group made up of in-dustry suppliers, customers andusers. It is intended to provide a ven-

dor-neutral forum for industry andgovernment to collaborate and con-solidate open standards, best prac-tices, guidance documents and busi-ness models.

The FACE Consortium operatesas a managed consortium of TheOpen Group, a global organizationwhose members work to establishopen, vendor-neutral informationtechnology standards and certifica-tions in a variety of subject areas.Members of the consortium includesponsors Lockheed Martin; NAVAIR;Rockwell Collins; U.S. Army ProgramExecutive Office, Aviation; and 37other organizations.

Col. Anthony Potts, program man-ager for the U.S. Army’s Program Ex-ecutive Office for Aviation, is a long-time supporter of the FACE Consor-tium. He said the Army is marchingforward with the FACE standards.

“Software portability is essential toreducing costs and expediting thefielding of new capabilities to our avi-ation warfighters,” Potts said. “I havedirected the FACE standards be ap-plied to the design and developmentof the Improved Data Modem OpenSystem Architecture, as the Army’sfirst application of this importantstandard.”

The FACE expo is free and open toanyone interested in open standardsand architectures for aviation systems.For more information about the expo,go to www3.opengroup.org/FACE/events.

An app store for militaryavionics: FACE expo June 5 Fleet Readiness Center

Mid-Atlantic joins Chiefs' Build

U.S. Navy photo by AMC(AW/SW) Robin Thistle

Twenty-five Chief Petty Officers and First Class Petty Officers from Fleet Readi-ness Center Mid-Atlantic Pax River assisted on the annual Patuxent Habitat forHumanity Chief's Build May 12. The day's work included building an interior wall,front and rear deck and installing siding and roofing.From left, Master Chief Aircraft Maintenanceman Steve Gafford, Aviation Elec-tronics Technician Chief Petty Officer Ron Trimner and Aviation Support Equip-ment Technician Senior Chief Petty Officer Chuck Vansteinburg prepare wood-en beams for a backyard deck. For more photos, visitwww.Facebook.com/NASPaxRiver.

Story and photo by Chris BashamTester Editor

Most career Sailors have a long list of placesthey've been while in the Navy. CommandMaster ChiefWilliam Lloyd-Owen had alreadytraveled the world before he enlisted. Born inSan Francisco to British parents, he and hisfamily moved to Australia in 1970 to be nearhis parents' siblings, who had settled therewhen the British left Hong Kong and Singa-pore after World War II. In 1984, the family re-turned to the U.S., and Lloyd-Owen enlistedin the Navy.

"Australia is as close as you can get toAmerica, but there still are not the opportuni-ties America has," Lloyd-Owen said.

After completing F-14 Power Plants andRelated Systems "A" School, Lloyd-Owen'sfirst duty assignment was at Strike AircraftTestDirectorate, Patuxent River, where he serveduntil 1989.

"I'm excited to be back to where the futureof naval aviation starts," said Lloyd-Owen,who took over as NAS Patuxent River's 21stCommand Master Chief in April. "And I'mhappy to see all the changes since I left in '89."

Lloyd-Owen had returned to Pax River foroccasional meetings over the past decade, "soI kind of watched Pax grow from afar," he saidof the 27 years he has spent in the Navy. Notthat any of it has been time on the sidelines.

Lloyd-Owen's career thus far has mostlybeen "at the tip of the spear," aboard aircraftcarriers, most recently the USS Nimitz.

"Now I'm in a supportive role-it's a newrole but something I look forward to. There'sa lot going on here (at Pax). It's just different,"

New CMC returns to Pax as“Every Sailor’s advocate”

Command Master ChiefWilliam Lloyd-Owen

Fire in the hole

U.S. Navy photo by Gary Younger

A controlled detonation was performed near Fishing Point at NASPatuxent River on Tuesday, May 22. Unconventional chaff that wasdeemed unsafe and too costly to transport off the installation wassafely destroyed by an Explosive Ordnance Disposal team fromDahlgren, Va.

See CMC, Page 6

Exceptional Family Member ProgramEFMP is a DoD program addressing the

special needs of NAS Pax River military fami-lies. Sailors who have a family member with amedical or educational disability) must enrollin the EFMP so the Navy can do its part in car-ing for any EFM needs through appropriateassignments and by providing helpful infor-mation and referral resources.

NAS Patuxent River would like to learnmore about the needs of the local EFMP pop-ulation through a short, voluntary and anony-mous survey at http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/QGD75R5. Look at the MWR E-Newsfor future EFMP topics and events. For moreEFMP information please contact James Let-tner at [email protected].

Clinical Counseling ServicesFFSC Clinical Counseling services can di-

rectly improve the quality of life of servicemembers and their family members by ad-

dressing the stressors facing today's militarycaused by family hardships, marital conflicts,parent/child issues, money concerns, fre-quent moves, health and environmental fac-tors and other difficulties.

For an appointment with a counselor, call202-685-6019.

Play Group atGlenn Forest Community Center

Thursdays; 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Moms, dads, and caregivers may bring

their children for playtime, activities and tomeet other military families. Ages 0 throughpreschool. Open to all military families.

Stress ManagementMay 24; 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Manage your stress by learning what it is,

what causes it and how to help yourself get ahandle on it.

Veterans Benefits AssistanceAppointments

Appointments are available to meet witha Disabled AmericanVeterans representative.Call the Fleet and Family Support Center at301-342-4911 to schedule an appointment.For an appointment with a local Veterans Af-fairs Representative, call Newell Quinton at301-757-2250.

Interviewing TechniquesMay 24; 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.Prepare for your upcoming job interview

by practicing personal presentation skillssuch as answering common interview ques-tions, writing follow-up and thank-you letters,and negotiating job offers.

Art of Money ManagementMay 30; 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.Get control of your financial life with a sin-

gle-session workshop to develop a realisticspending plan. Be on your way to paying yourbills on time and achieving your short- andlong-term financial goals.

Couples CommunicationJune 5; 11 a.m.-12 p.m.Let's face it: relationships don't come with

instructions. When you're upset with yourspouse and feeling distant, what must yourspouse do or say to help put you in the moodto reconcile? Join us to learn how to have opencommunication.

CARIT BriefJune 6; 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.The Atlantic Fleet Career Information

Team from Anacostia conducts a mandatoryCARIT brief to all honorably separating mili-tary members to receive the necessary page13 required for separation outprocessing.

Credit ManagementJune 6; 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.Discuss the who, what, when, and how of

personal credit rating and how to make intel-ligent use of credit awareness as a consumer.

IA IndoctrinationJune 11-15; 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.Individuals selected for Individual Aug-

mentee are strongly encouraged to report toFleet and Family Support Center on TAD or-ders for this weeklong, one-stop shop. Spous-es are encouraged to attend on Wednesday,12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. to hear recently re-turned IA's experiences and important infor-mation for family support issues. All membersmust pre-register no later than June 8.

Personal CommunicationJune 11; 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.Improve your personal communication

skills; learn about different communicationstyles, conflict resolution, and ways to developmore effective speaking and listening skills.


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By R. Mark CummingsGuest contributor

The Navy has taken on manyvaried missions through the years tokeep the world’s sea lanes safe. Per-haps no mission was more unusualthan the one assumed after the Ti-tanic disaster.

The S.S.Titanic, a 10 million dol-lar luxury steamliner, struck an ice-berg while on its maiden voyagefrom Southampton, England, toNew York City. The collision oc-curred around 10 p.m. April 14,1912, ripping holes in the ship’s hull;the ship capsized three hours laterand 1,517 people perished.

Concerned that another icebergcollision might occur, the Hydro-graphic Office recommended to theDepartment of the Navy that ice pa-trols be established to warn ships ofpotential iceberg hazards. The fol-lowing excerpt from the Annual Re-ports of the Navy Department forthe Fiscal Year 1912 documentswhat took place:

"On May 15, the HydrographicOffice recommended to the depart-ment that, in order to assist in safe-guarding life and property, one ormore suitable vessels be detailed toestablish an ice patrol in the vicinityof the steamer lanes, and keep intouch with the ice as much as pos-sible. Later the [Scout Cruiser No. 2,USS] Birmingham and [ScoutCruiser No.1, USS] Chester were de-tailed to make the patrol, one vesselbeing on her station while the otherwas in port.The Birmingham sailedfrom Philadelphia on May 19,reaching her station five days later.She was relieved by the Chester onJune 7, and she in turn by the Birm-ingham on June 19. The Birming-ham finished the patrol and left herstation on July 6 for Philadelphia, byorders of the department.

"The ships on the ice patrol keptsteamers constantly informed byradio of the ice conditions near thelanes, and thereby rendered mostvaluable services to shipping. Theships also obtained valuable infor-

mation with regard to the visibility,drift, and behavior of ice. Tempera-tures of the air and water were takenwhen in the vicinity of ice, and otherobservations made, all of which arevaluable.The results of these obser-vations will be published as soon aspossible.

"During the cruises of the Birm-ingham and Chester, representativesof the Bureau of Standards were onboard and cooperated with our offi-cers in obtaining valuable data.

"The observations taken by theice-patrol ships were not as com-plete as we hoped to be able to get,principally because of the fog. Theships were in fog the greater part ofthe time, and more than once afterthey had got in touch with the ice,they lost it because of the fog, andwere thus prevented from obtainingabsolute data as to its drift and be-havior. Nevertheless, the data ob-tained are very good and will form avaluable addition to the publica-tions of the Hydrographic Office.

"One of the interesting conclu-

sions reached by the commandingofficer of the Birmingham was thatshellfire has but little effect on ice-bergs. In one case he fired a 5-inchshell at a berg, and saw the holemade in the berg; but the destruc-tive effect of the shell was negligible.Another conclusion was that thetemperature of the water and airwas of little value in determining theproximity of ice.

"The ice patrol of 1912 was a

most valuable aid by the Navy De-partment to the safety of navigation,and the appreciation of the mar-itime world has been suitably ex-pressed in a letter from the mar-itime exchange of New York. I rec-ommend a continuance of the pa-trol each year during the ice season,and respectfully suggest that it willafford good opportunities for theemployment of cruisers in reserve,one at a time."

History and Heritage note

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The Liberty program sponsors free or re-duced-price events for Pax River active-duty E1-E6 as a component of the SingleSailor Program. Civilian guests are not al-lowed to participate unless otherwise stat-ed. For information call 301-342-4208 orcontact Pax River's Liberty Programs man-ager, Mindy Mackey, at 301-342-3565 [email protected].

White Water Rafting TripMay 25, 26 & 27Come along toWestVirginia on a white-

water rafting and camping trip. Cost of $95includes camping, four meals, whitewaterrafting and transportation. Pre-trip meetingwill be held 6:30 p.m. May 24 before the trip.Register at the ITT Office by May 18. Opento E1-E6 single or unaccompanied activeduty military only.

Kings DominionJune 9Enjoy one of the greatest amusement

parks in the Northeast. Register at the ITTOffice by June 6. Cost is $20 per person.Open to E1-E6 single or unaccompaniedactive duty military only.

Barracks BashJune 14; 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.Enjoy food, music and games for free,

in the Barracks Courtyard. Open to E1-E6single or unaccompanied active duty mil-itary only.

Paintball TripJune 23; departs 8 a.m.$25 includes admission, paintball gun,

mask, harness, air and 1000 paintballs. Reg-

ister at the ITT Office by June 20. Open toE1-E6 single or unaccompanied active dutymilitary only.

Ocean City Beach TripJune 30Spend the day at one of the most popu-

lar beaches in the mid-Atlantic. Play minigolf, volleyball or Frisbee, or just relax on thebeach. Cost of $5 covers transportation.Register at the ITT Office by June 27. Opento E1-E6 single or unaccompanied activeduty military only.

Text 2 Connect Program***Be the first to hear about free tickets,

trips and events. E1-E6 single or unaccom-panied Sailors may receive news and up-dates directly to their cell phones. Join bytexting "PAXLIBERTY" to 30364.

Come for Texas Hold 'Em Tuesdays,Game Night Wednesdays and Free Pizzaand Movie Night Thursdays.

Liberty Programs

By Lt. Kenneth AmadorChaplain

It’s easy to get caught up inthe daily routine. If we’re notcareful we can find ourselves liv-ing out our days with a lockedup mind, instead of creativityand objectivity. We becomezombies, thinking the expected,doing the predictable, missingthe joy of fresh discovery. Thereal tragedy is boredom. A cre-ative outlook opens us to newpossibilities and change.

Johann Gutenberg is an ex-cellent example of creative think-ing. He combined two previouslyunconnected ideas --the winepress and the coin punch-- tocreate an innovation. One day heentertained an idea no one elsehad ever thought of: “What if Itook a bunch of coin punchesand put them under the force of

the wine press so that they lefttheir images on paper instead ofmetal?” From that womb, theprinting press was born.

Most of us have restricting at-titudes which seize our thoughtsand lock them up tight. I like whatcreativity expert Roger von Oechhad to say about this particularproblem. He presents ten mentallocks that keep us prisoners:

The Right AnswerThat’s Not LogicalFollow the RulesBe PracticalAvoid AmbiguityTo Err is HumanPlay is FrivolousThat’s Not My AreaDon’t Be FoolishI’m Not CreativeEach “mental lock” is haz-

ardous to innovative thinking. Ifwe’re not careful we can allowdays to turn into weeks, monthsand yes, even years without mak-

ing any changes. We get stuckwith mediocrity. Thinking out-side the box is not easy but it isrequired to make a difference inour daily existence.

What is true mentally is alsotrue spiritually. How do you viewGod? Was your concept of Godformed when you were a child?

Too many people have an incor-rect view of God and they choosenot to reevaluate it. Much like“mental locks,” we can develop“spiritual locks.”

One spiritual lock could be,“Icannot forgive.” This is a verypowerful lock and many peoplestruggle with it. Only God cantruly help individuals who strug-gle with this particular problem.

You say you want to be differ-ent? You say you want to risk be-ing innovative? Start now. I don’tknow of anything more consum-ing, more constraining, than re-fusing to forgive. People who tru-ly give their hearts are those whoreadily forgive their offenders. Goahead and do the hard thing.

There’snobetterplacetobeginthan with forgiveness. This singletruthwillbreaktheinertiaandun-lock your prison, freeing you tofulfill your quest to honor God.

From the Chaplain's Desk: thinking outside the box

From Commander, Navy InstallationsCommand Public Affairs

WASHINGTON – Commander, Navy In-stallations Command announced thephased Navy-wide release of the HousingEarly Application Tool. Sailors in Naval Dis-trict Washington are among the first to haveaccess to HEAT.

This Web-based tool allows Sailors andtheir families to apply for housing onlinefrom any computer.

"HEAT makes the Navy house huntingprocess smoother and less stressful for ourSailors and their families. By providing theearly housing application online, Sailors andtheir spouses can use HEAT to review hous-ing and community information, and makean informed decision on a home before re-ceiving their Permanent Change of Stationorders," saidVice Adm.William French, com-mander, Navy Installations Command.

HEAT uses authoritative systems to re-

duce the amount of personal informationand to streamline the online process. HEATcan be securely accessed from any computerwith an Internet connection. Service mem-bers or their spouses can use HEAT prior toreceiving PCS orders to request informationabout community housing or check on theireligibility for military and privatized housing.They may also submit HEAT requests to mul-tiple installations if they are not sure wherethey may be stationed next.

"Our goal with HEAT is to reach out toSailors early in the PCS process to reducestress and provide proactive support whenmoving from one duty station to another,"

said Corky Vazquez, CNIC housing programmanager. "With HEAT, Sailors and their fam-ilies are able to make contact with our NavyHousing Service Centers and privatizationpartners to discuss their housing needs andlearn about their housing options at any time.HEAT makes it easy to connect with ourhousing professionals and make informeddecisions before even having orders."

HEAT has already been deployed to NavalDistrict Washington, Navy Region Mid-At-lantic and Navy Region Midwest; Navy Re-gion Southwest; Navy Region Southeast andNavy Region Europe, Africa, Asia. The re-source will be deployed to the rest of the Navyaccording to the following schedule:

• Navy Region Hawaii beginning May 29• Navy Region Japan, Navy Region Korea

and Singapore Area Coordinator beginningJune 8

• Joint Region Marianas beginning June 15HEAT will be Navy-wide by June 30.To access HEAT visit http://www.cnic.

navy.mil/HEAT.

New HEAT tool lets Sailors apply for housing

Thursday, May 246:30 p.m.,The Hunger Games

(Rated: PG-13 for intense violent the-matic material and disturbing images -

all involving teens; 2 hrs. 20 mins.)

Friday, May 256:30 p.m., Lockout

(Rated: PG-13 for intense sequences ofviolence and action, and language in-

cluding some sexual references;1 hr. 35 mins.)

9:00 p.m.,The Cabin in the Woods(Rated: R for strong bloody horror vio-lence and gore, language, drug use andsome sexuality/nudity; 1 hr. 35 mins.)

Saturday, May 264:00 p.m.,The Hunger Games(Rated: PG-13, 2 hrs. 20 mins.)

7:00 p.m., Lockout(Rated: PG-13, 1 hr. 35 mins.)

9:00 p.m.,The Cabin in the Woods(Rated: R, 1 hr. 35 mins.)

Sunday, May 272:00 p.m., Avatar(3D)

(Rated: PG-13 for intense, epic battlesequences and warfare; language and

smoking; 2 hrs. 50 mins.)This movie is in 3D!

Monday and TuesdayNo Movies

WWednesdayednesday, M, May 30ay 306:30 p6:30 p.m.,.m., The CThe Cabin in the Wabin in the Woodsoods

(Rated: R, 1 hr. 35 mins.)

Watch a movie on our new screen anddigital projection system.

We now have 3D!

There will be $1 fee chargedfor 3D glasses.

Admission to the Center Stage Theater$4.50 for an adult (E1-E5)

$3.50 - Adult$3.50 for a child ages 6-11 (E1-E5)

$2.50 – Child ages 6-11;Free for 5 and under

Center StageTheater Movies

Tennis CampSoccer Camps

Register for our annual soccer and tenniscamps. Camp dates will be:

June 18-22, 7 a.m. - 3 p.m.June 25-29, 7 a.m. - 3 p.m.July 2-3, 5-7, 7 a.m. - 3 p.m.Cost to attend is $95 per week, per youth

($85 for July 2-6 week.) Tennis camp will beheld at theTennis Courts near the Center StageTheater; Soccer Camp will be held at the BeachHouse. Call 301-342-1694 for information.

Teen Camp 2012Register your teen age 13-17 at the

RassieurYouth Center for one of our five TeenCamp weeks. Teen Camp runs from 7 a.m. -4:30 p.m. July 10-12, July 17-19, July 24-26, July31-Aug 2, Aug 7-9. Cost of the camp is $80 perteen, per session ($130 for final session Aug 7-9 as it includes an overnight). Call 301-342-1694 for information.

Sesame Street/USO Experience forMilitary Families

May 26; NAS Pax River Drill HallShows at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Seating is first

come, first served. Sesame Street and the USOare bringing the furry, fuzzy and friendly Mup-pets to NAS Patuxent River. Meet Katie, a mil-itary kid on Sesame Street who is moving to anew place. Mini-show and giveaways. Freeand open to all with base access.

Summer Concerts at NRC SolomonsMay 26; 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.Open the summer at Solomons May 26

with free, live music performed by Wild-GooD and end the summer with a secondconcert September 1. Bring a lawn chair orblanket. Riverside Refreshments will sellyour favorite snacks and drinks. For infor-mation call 410-286-8047.

Mark your calendars!NRC Solomons will beginsummertime activities tomorrow.Pools open Memorial Day weekend,May 26 - 28.

Cardboard Boat Raceat NRC Solomons

May 27; 6 p.m. - Riverside BeachRegister at The Adventure ZoneBring your imagination; build and paddle

your very own cardboard boat. Basic supplieswill be provided (cardboard, plastic and ducttape only) **Supplies will be available for pick-up 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. May 27 at the AdventureZone. Join us at the Riverside Beach at 6 p.m.for the big race. PFD's will be provided for par-ticipants in the boat. Children under ten mustbe accompanied by an adult. Cost: $7 perteam. Active duty, reservist and retired military,DoD and their family members are eligible.For information contact The Adventure Zoneat 410-286-8047/[email protected].

Memorial Day Stroke PlayTournament

May 28Relax at the Cedar Point Golf Course. Get

your own tee time by noon and register forthe tournament before you play. Cost of the18-hole, stroke play tournament is $10. Grossand net prizes using full handicap will beawarded. Open to all authorized patronswith a valid USGA handicap. Call 301-342-3597 for information.

IronMan TriathlonSummer Challenge

June 1 - August 31Complete an IronMan triathlon (2.4 mile

swim, 112 mile bike, 26.2 mile run) on yourown time. Start logging your workouts on June1 and complete the entire triathlon by August31 to earn a completion shirt. Workout logsmust be turned in the Fitness & Sports Officein the Drill Hall by September 7. Shirts will beordered at end of the program. Call 301-995-3869 for information.

Stableford Golf TournamentJune 2; Cedar Point Golf CourseOpen to all authorized patrons and guests

with a valid USGA handicap. Players reservetheir own tee times between 7 a.m. and 12p.m. Tournament will have a $10 entry fee.Each player is given a point quota based ontheir handicap. Points are scored by makingeagles, birdies, pars and bogies. Register onJune 2 before teeing off. Call 301-342-3597 formore information.

31st Annual Patuxent RiverTriathlon

June 2; 8 a.m. at the Outdoor PoolThe event will be a .5 mile swim, 13.1 mile

bike and 3.1 mile run. Register at the Fitnessand Sports Office. Free for active duty retired,reserve military and DoD civilians and theirfamily members; $10 for contractors, theirfamily members and guests. ID is requiredfor proof of eligibility. All competitors mustwear an approved safety helmet that meetsSNELL and/or ANSI standards. For informa-tion call the Fitness and Sports Director at301-757-1194.

Workouts at Cedar Point BeachJune 5 - August 30; 7 a.m.Show up at 7 a.m. at the Cedar Point Beach

and MWR Fitness will work you out!Tuesdays will be for all station personnel.Thursdays will be active duty onlyThe workouts will consist of running, ply-

ometrics and strength and endurance train-ing. Call 301-342-5449 for information.

Match Play ChampionshipJune 9-10; Cedar Point Golf CourseSaturday: first- and second-round match-

es are 9 holes; Sunday: final round matchesare 18 holes. The entry fee is $45 ($30 forPunch Card Holders.) Green fees are included(cart fees separate.) Assigned tee times; play-ers are flighted by handicap. Register byJune 2. Contact the Pro Shop at 301-342-3597.

Lifeguard Certification CourseJune 12-18NRC Solomons is having a lifeguard certi-

fication training to teach the lifesaving skillsto help keep people safe in, on, and aroundthe water. Class will cost $225. Participantsmust be at least 15 years of age by completionof course. Register at the Riverside AquaticsComplex or by calling 410-286-8365.

Father's Day ScrambleJune 17Bring Dad out for a day of fun at the Cedar

Point Golf Course. Obtain your own tee-timebetween 7 a.m. and noon on Father's Day.Register for the tournament before teeing off.Fee is $15 per team. Gross and net prizes us-ing 50 percent of combined handicaps. Two-person scramble format team consisting ofDad and a family member. Open to all au-thorized patrons and their guests with a validUSGA handicap. Contact the Pro Shop at 301-342-3597 for information.

Better Ball Golf TournamentJune 30The Cedar Point Golf Course is hosting this

annual event open to all authorized patronswith a valid USGA handicap. There will be as-signed tee times, $20 entry fee per team(green fees not included,) gross and net prizes.Partners' combined handicap must equal 15or more as of June 24. Call the Pro Shop formore information at 301-342-3597.


This week, the NationalPark Service has begun issu-ing annual passes offering freeentrance to all 397 nationalparks for active duty militarymembers and their families.They must show a current,valid military identificationcard to obtain their pass.

More information is avail-able at www.nps.gov/finda-park/passes.htm. Refundswill not be given to membersof the military who pur-chased Interagency Annualpasses prior to May 19.

This military version ofthe America the Beautiful Na-tional Parks and FederalRecreational Lands Pass alsopermits free entrance to sitesmanaged by the U.S. Fish &Wildlife Service, the Bureau ofLand Management, the Bu-reau of Reclamation, and theU.S. Forest Service.

“Through the years, mili-tary members, especiallythose far from home in timesof conflict, have found inspi-ration in America’s patrioticicons and majestic land-scapes, places like the Statueof Liberty and the GrandCanyon that are cared for bythe National Park Service andsymbolize the nation thattheir sacrifices protect,” said

National Park Service Direc-tor Jonathan B. Jarvis. “Thisnew pass is a way to thankmilitary members and theirfamilies for their service andtheir sacrifices.”

National parks and themilitary have strong ties goingback to the establishment ofYellowstone as the world’sfirst national park in 1872.The U.S. Cavalry watchedover America’s national parksand did double duty, servingas the first park rangers untilthe National Park Service wascreated 44 years later.

During World War II,many parks were set aside forthe training and care of mili-tary personnel.Today, dozensof national parks commemo-rate military battles andachievements.

Learn more atwww.nps.gov.

Active duty U.S. military nowenjoy national parks for free said Lloyd-Owen. "I will miss being under-

way. I didn't like being away from home forseven months at a time, but I like being un-derway. Especially at night, on an aircraftcarrier—it's just something to behold. Suchis the conundrum of a Sailor—torn betweentwo mistresses."

Though proud of his airedale back-ground, Lloyd-Owen describes himself as "aSailor, first and foremost. Sailors are rate-ori-entated. It's a very technical service. But weare the most powerful Navy the world hasever seen, and our strength is our Sailors."

With that in mind, Lloyd-Owen sees hisrole as CMC to be one in which he serves as"every Sailor's advocate. I'm about leadingSailors, taking care of their families. If theytake care of themselves, and take care oftheir families, they can focus on the mission.I want them to use the chain of command,and if it hasn't been resolved at that point, Iwant them to come to me," Lloyd-Owensaid. "From Seaman Recruit to Admiral, ifmy car's out front, I'm here, and my door'sopen; I'm open for business.They can cometalk to me whenever they want."

Lloyd-Owen's command philosophy isbased on his conviction that "Sailors will do

Herculean things, if we set the expectations,"he said. "So, our job is to set them, ensurethey understand them, hold the Sailors ac-countable to them, and exemplify them as aleader. I don't have a 'zero defect ' mentality.Good Sailors make bad decisions. But in to-day's military climate, it's harder to recoverthan it was back in the day."

During his first month as NAS PatuxentRiver's Command Master Chief, Lloyd-Owen has focused on getting to know thevarious tenant commands.

"CMC Cummings left a pretty good lega-cy. I'm not here to change anything," he said."I'll be building on the pillars CMC Cum-mings left as his legacy."

CMCContinued from 3 "From Seaman Recruit to

Admiral, if my car's out front,

I'm here, and my door's open;

I'm open for business.

They can come talk to me

whenever they want."

CMC William Lloyd-Owen

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By Andrea HeinNAWCAD Communications Support

A non-toxic cleaning solvent and a watercoolant air-conditioning system were two award-winning Naval AirWarfare Center Aircraft Divisioninventions at the Federal Laboratory Consortiumfor Technology Transfer national meeting heldMay 3 in Pittsburgh.

Rear Adm. Randy L. Mahr, NAWCAD com-mander, led team members El Sayed S. Arafat,Ravikant Barot, Stephan M. Coleman, PaulDolinar, JonathanW. Kaufman, Michelle Miedzin-ski and Paul Fritz to receive 2012 Awards for Excel-lence in Technology Transfer.

Fritz, the NAWCAD FLC Representative andRegional Coordinator for the FLC Mid-Atlantic Re-gion, submitted the technologies to the nationalFLC for review. A panel of technology transfer ex-perts selected the most outstanding applicants.

El Sayed S. Arafat, a chemist at NAWCAD, cre-ated NavSolve Environmentally Friendly CleaningSolvent, a siloxane solvent used to ¬clean heavygreases and carbon residues from aerospace plat-forms and equipment. It is a non-toxic, low-VOCsolvent, meaning it releases minimal levels ofvolatile organic compounds into the air.

“It’s safe to use for everybody,” Arafat said. “Ithas no effect on humans, and there is no odor.”This puts the product's safety levels on par withother products containing siloxane, like shampooand deodorant.

The petroleum-based solvent currently usedby industry is high VOC, which can damage lungsand cause respiratory illness. Products like Nav-Solve eliminate the need for toxic chemicals.NAWCAD has two nonexclusive licenses withcompanies to make, use and sell NavSolve.

The second award-winning product from PaxRiver was an air conditioning system developedthrough a Cooperative Research and Develop-ment agreement between OxiCool, Inc. and NAW-CAD. The air conditioning system uses water as a

refrigerant, needs no compressor and runs off ofefficient heat energy. It is quiet and environmen-tally friendly, making it a good fit for use in con-fined and sensitive environments.

OxiCool collaborated with a company thatmanufactures commercial trucks and products toprovide environmentally friendly air conditioningfor trucks and military vehicles. This exemplifieshow technology developed by Department of De-fense laboratories and shared through the FLCbenefits the entire U.S. economy, affecting mili-tary, private and public sectors. OxiCool has an ex-clusive license with NAWCAD to make, use andsell the air conditioning system.

Without the FLC, many products developed in

labs across the nation might never make it intoproduction. The FLC’s mission is to add value tofederal agencies, laboratories and their partners toaccomplish the rapid integration of research anddevelopment resources within the mainstreamU.S. economy through communication andshared technology, taking the burden off business-es and individual organizations.The FLC originat-ed in 1974 and gained formality in 1986 with theFederalTechnologyTransfer Act.The organizationnow consists of over 300 federal laboratories andcenters, many of which are located in the mid-At-lantic region. To learn more about tech transfer atNAWCAD, please visit the Doing Business tab atwww.navair.navy.mil/awcad.

Pax laboratory members awarded for innovation

U.S. Navy photo by Kelly Schindler

Team members Amy Kettelle, left, Paul Fritz and Michelle Miedzinski from theNaval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division Business and Partnership Office receivethe Federal Laboratory Consortium award for Excellence in Technology Transfer.

lethality, survivability and pilotsituational awareness,” Strate-gic Initiatives Manager Joe No-taro said.

The CrewstationTechnolo-gy Lab in the Human FactorsEngineering Branch is usingthe science of ergonomics toenhance job performance. Labworkers set up geometricallyaccurate representations of ac-tual work areas and then re-design them to help operatorsperform more quickly, effec-tively and accurately.The lab isworking on improving datadisplays and the workspace ar-eas of Unmanned Aerial Sys-tem operators.

The opportunity to tourthese and other HSD labs drew305 visitors to the open houseover the course of the day.

“The purpose of the eventwas to highlight the capabili-ties, facilities and expertiseavailable to customers,” saidCapt. Scott Adley, Military Di-rector of the Human SystemsDepartment.

“The event was a great suc-cess,” said Adley. “In a fiscallyconstrained environment, it’smore important than ever forus to make our customersaware of how we can be ofservice to them. The HumanSystems Department took abig step in that direction withthis event.”

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By Jeff TomcsikIn the news and through advertising

campaigns in the DC Metro area, you might haveheard about a product/procedure being offeredby some dentists known as “All on Four” and/or“Same Day Implants” through the use of NobelBiocare’s© implant system. The claim, “You canhave a fully restored smile in one day” is true ifyou are one of the lucky few who are goodcandidates for such a procedure.

New and refined dental implanttechnology has made it possible to providepatients with “same day implants” to replacefailing teeth. This procedure is also available forimplant retained dentures. This new technologyprevents potentially embarrassing moments forthose who require the use of prosthetic devices.You can have a fully restored smile in one day ifyou qualify (based on an in-office dentalassessment), and if you do not count the day(s)you come in for a consultation, radiographs anda full case work up. You will also need to comeback to the office in approximately six to ninemonths for your final bridge to be placed, inmost cases.

While the claim isn’t as fool proof andsimple as it would appear in advertising, it is stilla relatively quick and minimally invasiveprocedure for those who qualify. That being said,before you jump in your car and head to the bigcity, please consider a few important points.While convenience is often times a driving factorin the decisions we make, it is more important to

consider the functionality and ongoing resultsimplants will have on your long term future.Make sure the dentist you choose is dedicatedto clearly walking you through all of yourimplant options, the benefits of each, and theprocedure he/she would recommend based onall factors involved. The goal is to provide youwith a functional, healthyand attractive smile, notjust the quickest possibleoption. Be sure the dentistyou choose has amultitude of implantoptions and plenty ofexperience too. Check his/her credentials. TheAmerican DentalAssociation does notrequire a dentist to havespecialized training in thefield of implantology, butyou may still want to know that your doctor hasgone through extensive coursework in thefield, for your own peace of mind.

Remember, before choosing adentist to provide you with a life alteringdecision, make sure they have plenty ofexperience, references, training and options!And remember, there is never only one way todo anything. Furthermore, you do not need togo to the big city to find professional servicesof this nature. In fact, local dentist Wayne L.O’Roark, DDS has more experience,

credentialing, recognition and affiliations thanmost other dentists in the state.

Dr. O’Roark has been providingdental implants for more than twenty-five yearsand has performed well over 6000 implants todate. He holds the highest level of recognitionby the American Board of Oral Implantology

(ABOI). “The ABOI/IDDimplomate designationsymbolizes the highestlevel of competence inimplant dentistry andcertification by the ABOI/ID attests to the fact thata dentist hasdemonstrated knowledge,ability, and proficiency inimplant dentistry through arigorous examinationprocess.”

Furthermore, Dr.O’Roark was appointed as a clinical graduateinstructor at the University of Maryland’sBaltimore School of Dentistry in July, 2006. Inthis capacity he teaches the graduate studentsthe discipline of implant dentistry. He is alsorecognized as a Diplomate of the InternationalCongress of Oral Implantologists and theAmerican Society of Osseointegration. His listof extinguishing designations goes on...

A majority of Dr. O’Roark’s work isin the field of implant dentistry and itsassociated prosthetics. Dr. O’Roark is

proficient in all of the implant types includingNobel Biocare©, therefore, he can provide youwith the proper implant procedures as dictatedby your particular jaw conditions and yourdesires. While function is the fundamentalreason for implants, this is followed closely bythe aesthetic desires of the patient.

The advancements in implanttechnology can make a traditionally unstable,removable denture secure, to avoid difficulty inchewing and embarrassing mishaps. They canreplace missing teeth with fixed prosthetics(crowns on implants) that only you and yourdoctor will know are not your original teeth.Implants can replace failing teeth, so you neverhave to face the embarrassment or difficulty ofgoing without teeth. They can help preventbone loss in the jaw, keeping you fromsuccumbing to structural atrophy of the faceso often seen in our elderly.

If you think you may be a candidatefor dental implants, and want to find out more,contact Dr. O’Roark at Tidewater Dental inLexington Park or at his Solomon’s office toschedule a free consultation. He will provideyou with all the options available and answersall of your implant questions, letting you knowwhich implant procedure is best for you alongwith all of your other options. Don’t be fooledby expensive advertising campaigns, theanswer to your dental needs is right here inyour neighborhood.

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Submitted by the National Councilon Skin Cancer Prevention

To help reduce rising rates of skin cancerfrom overexposure to the ultraviolet rays of thesun, the National Council on Skin Cancer Pre-vention has designated the Friday before Me-morial Day as “Don’t Fry Day” to encouragesun safety awareness and to remind everyoneto protect their skin while enjoying the out-doors. Because no single step can fully protectyou and your family from overexposure to UVradiation, follow as many of the following tipsas possible:

• Do not burn or tan• Seek shade• Wear sun-protective clothing• Generously apply sunscreen• Use extra caution near water, snow,

and sand• Get vitamin D safelyAs warm weather approaches and millions

of Americans prepare to enjoy the great out-doors, the risk for ultraviolet damage of theskin increases. Skin cancer is on the rise in theUnited States, and the American Cancer Soci-ety estimates that one American dies everyhour from skin cancer. This year alone, theAmerican Cancer Society estimates there willbe more than 76,250 new cases of malignantmelanoma, the most serious form of skin can-cer, and more than two million new cases ofbasal cell and squamous cell skin cancers inthe U.S.

Fortunately, skin cancer is highly curable iffound early and can be prevented.

Remember to Slip! Slop! Slap!...and Wrapwhen you’re outdoors — slip on a shirt, slopon broad spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30 orhigher, slap on a wide-brimmed hat, and wrapon sunglasses.

The best way to detect skin cancer early isto examine your skin regularly and recognizechanges in moles and skin growths.

Most skin cancers are caused by overexpo-sure to UV radiation. Individuals with lighter-toned skin are more susceptible to UV dam-age, although people of all races and ethnici-ties can be at risk for skin cancer. Those whohave a family history of skin cancer, plenty ofmoles or freckles, or a history of severe sun-burns early in life are at a higher risk of skincancer as well. To minimize the harmful ef-fects of excessive and unprotected sun expo-sure, protection from intense UV radiationshould be a lifelong practice for everyone.

The National Council on Skin Cancer Pre-vention is a united voice to reduce skin cancerincidence, morbidity, and mortality, throughawareness, prevention, early detection, re-search, and advocacy. For more informationvisit www.skincancerprevention.org/.

Don't Fry Day: protect your skinSubmitted by the FederalConsumer Information Center

Biking is a great way to exercise. Manypeople also use bicycles to commute towork, run errands, or to visit friends andfamily. Some people use them as their pri-mary mode of transportation.

May is Bicycle Safety Month: a good timeto review some basic safety rules of riding abicycle. That way, you can minimize yourchances of getting into an accident.

Prepping Your BicycleIn the U.S., more than 50,000 bicyclists

were injured in 2009 and 630 died from ac-cidents with vehicles, according to the Na-tional Highway Traffic Safety Administra-tion. Before you ride, make sure to:

• Always use a helmet, regardless ofyour age.

• Use a bicycle that’s the right size for youso you can control it properly.

• Make sure the brakes are working andthe tires are inflated to the correct pressure.

• Make yourself visible to motorists bywearing bright colors like red or yellow.

• Get rear and front lights that are verybright or flash to increase your visibility.

• Avoid riding your bicycle at night.NHTSA has additional resources on bi-

cycle safety, including how to fit your bikehelmet.

Rules for Ridinga Bicycle on the Street

Bicycles are considered vehicles, so cy-clists are expected to follow the same trafficrulesascardrivers.Whenyouareonthe road:

• Obey alltraffic laws, in-cluding stop-lights, signs,signals andlane markings.

• Yield topedestrians.

• Ride yourbicycle in thesame directionas traffic, never against it.

• Signal when you make turns.• Be careful near parked cars as someone

might suddenly open the door.NHTSA has a parent pledge as well as a

child pledge to help promote responsiblebicycling.

Rules for Riding a Bicycleon the Sidewalk

• The street, especially where there arebike lanes, is the best place to ride a bicycle.However, the sidewalk might be safer forchildren under 10 years old who are unableto ride their bicycles on the street withoutadult supervision.

• Before riding your bicycle on the side-walk, make sure it’s allowed by local andstate authorities.

• Be careful of cars coming in and out ofdriveways.

• Alert pedestrians when you’re close tothem by saying“passing you on your left” orby using a bell horn.

• Stop at all intersections before crossingthe street.

For more information visit the NHTSA’sbicycle safety page at http://www.nhtsa.gov/Bicycles.

Ride your bicycle safely

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By James JohnsonNaval Facilities Engineering CommandWashington Public Affairs

The role of public works in improving quality oflife for Department of the Navy personnel in the Na-tional Capital Region is recognized during NationalPublic Works Week, May 20-26.

Naval Facilities Engineering CommandWashing-ton provides public works services to Navy and Ma-rine Corps installations in the District of Columbia,Maryland and Northern Virginia.

“Our mission is to provide efficient and effectiveinfrastructure and base services to our supportedcommands,” said Capt. Ken Branch, commandingofficer, NAVFAC Washington. “At the installations weserve, we actually succeed best if people don’t evennotice us.”

NAVFACWashington’s PublicWorks Departmentswork directly for base commanding officers to pro-vide services that range from basic utility require-ments to advanced energy solutions, simple facilityservice calls to complex facility management servic-es, standard transportation to heavy constructionequipment, janitorial and grounds maintenance tosnow and trash removal.

“PublicWorks Department Patuxent River utilitiesemployees are responsible to keep the electric, waterand sewer in operating order for all employees at Pax,Webster and Solomons so they can complete theirmission,” said Monica Griffitt, project managementand engineering branch head at PWD Patuxent River.

During FiscalYear 2011, NAVFACWashington de-livered 780,000 megawatt hours of electricity and 2.2billion gallons of water and responded to more than56,000 emergency and service calls.

NAVFAC Washington, as it is now known, has along history of serving Navy and Marine Corpscommands in the National Capitol region. TheNavy Bureau of Yard and Docks created a DistrictPublic Works Office in 1920 to provide facilities en-gineering and public works services to the Wash-ington Navy Yard.

Public Works keepslights on, waterflowing at Pax

By Derek NelsonNaval Safety CenterNorfolk, Va.

Welcome to that weekly opportunityfor a few select folks to serve as really goodbad examples.

New museum exhibits continue toswell our collections, especially our "Safe-ty Equipment That Contributed to aMishap" wing.

First new item is a fire extinguisher(hope it doesn't come in handy). Seemsan E-5 master-at-arms was cleaning out asecurity vehicle in front of a security build-ing in New Jersey. Inventorying the emer-gency supply bag, she decided to examinethe aforementioned extinguisher. As shetook it out of the bag, the handle snagged,and it sprayed her in the eye.

Not sure if she was able to scribble "Fireextinguisher-Fully functional" beforeheading to the nearest eyewash station.

The second new exhibit arrived cour-tesy of an Army building in Missouri,where an E-1 was walking down a hall. Hedropped his cover and bent over to pick itup. When he stood up, he cracked openhis head on a defibrillator.

Sorry that he got a lump, but on theplus side, the Museum needed a defib-rillator. Some of our exhibits are ex-tremely exciting.

An E-3 in California was running amarathon when his right foot began toblister. The report traced the problem tohis shoes, which were worn out and thewrong size. He spent two weeks onLimited Duty.

Based on the two marathons that I'verun, this race seems hard enough in goodrunning shoes.

Same church, different pew. A corporalin North Carolina was on an obstaclecourse, doing push-ups. In the past, wehave remarked on misguided ways tomake this exercise more difficult (trying toclap your hands behind your back, for ex-ample, is a perfect way to get a mouthfulof floor tile). This corporal discovered anew way: he put one hand in an ant nest.Apparently they bit, and apparently hewas allergic.

He spent a week on light duty while hishand deflated.

And yet another, this one an E-3 avia-tion electronics technician in San Diego.

He was doing wind sprints during depart-mental PT at a field on base.

"OK, guys," the command fitnessleader barked, "sprint down to the far endof the field, then sprint back." They gal-loped off.

"Hey, I didn't say 'sprint backward,'you dumb ----" He muttered a few otherthings, best left unrecorded, and shookhis head.

And soon he had to yell, "Medic!" be-cause the Sailor fell, bruising his back se-verely enough to keep him off work forfour days.

Actually, I don't know who said whator how the sprinter misunderstood the in-structions. I do know one thing. Normalwind sprints are hard enough.

That's all for this week, amigos. Untilwe meet again, remember-if your windsprints aren't hard enough, run faster-don't try running backward.

Check out my new blog, "Beyond theFriday Funnies," at http://www.public.navy.mil/navsafecen/Pages/media/nscblog/index.aspx.Topic #5: "IsThat theWorstYou've Got?"

Summary of Mishaps

VFW Post if you'd like assistance or moreinformation on proper flag disposal.

Public Law 94-344, known as the Fed-eral Flag Code, contains rules for handlingand displaying the U.S. flag.While the fed-eral code contains no penalties for misus-ing the flag, states have their own flagcodes and may impose penalties.The lan-guage of the federal code makes clear thatthe flag is a living symbol.

In response to a Supreme Court deci-sion which held that a state law prohibit-ing flag burning was unconstitutional,Congress enacted the Flag Protection Actin 1989. It provides that anyone who

knowingly desecrates the flag may befined and/or imprisoned for up to oneyear. However, this law was challenged bythe Supreme Court in a 1990 decision thatthe Flag Protection Act violates the FirstAmendment free speech protections

OLD GLORY:The name "Old Glory" was first applied

to the U.S. flag by a young sea captain wholived in Salem, Mass. On his 21st birthday,March 17, 1824, Capt. William Driver waspresented a beautiful flag by his motherand a group of Salem girls. Driver was de-lighted with the gift and named the flag"Old Glory." Old Glory accompanied thecaptain on his many sea voyages. In 1837he quit sailing and settled in Nashville. Onpatriotic days he displayed Old Gloryproudly from a rope extending from his

house to a tree across the street.After Tennessee seceded from the

Union in 1861, Captain Driver hid OldGlory, sewing it inside a comforter. Whenthe Union soldiers entered Nashville onFebruary 25, 1862, Driver removed OldGlory from its hiding place. He carried theflag to the capitol building and raised itabove the state capitol. Shortly before hisdeath, the old sea captain placed a smallbundle into the arms of his daughter. Hesaid to her: "Mary Jane, this is my ship'sflag, Old Glory. It has been my constantcompanion. I love it as a mother loves herchild. Cherish it as I have cherished it."

The flag remained as a precious heir-loom in the Driver family until 1922. It wasthen sent to the Smithsonian Institutionin Washington D.C., where it is carefullypreserved under glass.

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From board to battlefield: MarineAviation Training Center stands readyGunnery Sgt. John Militello, enlisted crew chief standardization evaluator,demonstrates electronic classroom capabilities to Cpl. Zachary Hughes atthe Marine Aviation Training Systems Site at Marine Corps Base Hawaii’sopen house April 2. The MATSS serves as the heartbeat for all local MarineCorps aviation training. It facilitates computer-based and instructor-led train-ing, manages and schedules training devices, and provides a centralized lo-cation for squadron flight planning, video conferencing and meetings. In thefuture, the MATSS will be part of the Aviation Distributed Virtual Training En-vironment through which all simulators can be linked virtually to others inthe Marine Corps fleet worldwide.

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Open MicSOMD Traditional Music and Dance

HomeSpun Coffee House will sponsor anOpen Mic May 25 at Christ Church ParishHall, 37497 Zach Fowler Road, Chaptico.Doors open 7 p.m.; music starts 7:30 p.m.Admission is $5; performers admittedfree. Light refreshments will be provided;donations are suggested. For informationor to perform, contact John Garner [email protected] or 301-904-4987. Visit www.smtmd.org for directionsand information.

Universoul CircusEnjoy Shaolin Kung Fu acrobats from

China, contortionists with a hip-hop flairfrom Guinea, acrobatic comedy fromSouth Africa, pro-style hip hop dancersfrom the United States, and a RussianSwing act from Belarus at Security SquareMall, 6901 Security Blvd., Baltimore.The in-ternational cast includes 80 acrobats, con-tortionists, aerialists, martial artists,dancers, comedians, clowns, horses, tigersand elephants. Children under 1 are FREE.Tickets, ranging from $15 to $28.50 areavailable at www.ticketmaster.com and 1-800-745-3000. Showtimes: May 24-25,10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.; May 26, 12 noon,4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; May 27, 12:30 p.m.,3:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Visit www.univer-soulcircus.com for information.

On Pins & NeedlesBring your quilting, needlework, knit-

ting, crochet, or other project for conversa-tion and creativity 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. May 25 atCalvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Cost-ley Way, 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

Stars and Stripes FestivalThe Town of Chesapeake Beach will

sponsor a Stars and Stripes Festival to honorfallen heroes of armed conflicts, veterans,active duty personnel and their families, 10a.m. May 26 atVeterans' Memorial Park. En-joy contests; a nonprofit organization fair;exhibits of war memorabilia, militaryequipment and toy collections; a movie onNorth Beach; performances by the U.S.Naval Academy Brass Quintet, the U.S.Navy band Country Current, and the TwinBeach Players; and events at the RailwayMuseum, Chesapeake Beach Resort & Spa,Chesapeake BeachWater Park and Kellam'sField. For information, visit www.chesa-peake-beach.md.us/ourtown_commit-tees.htm or Facebook at Chesapeake BeachStars and Stripes Festival.

Walk Solomons IslandStart at the Holiday Inn, 155 Holiday

Drive, Solomons, between 9 a.m. and 2p.m.; finish by 5 p.m. May 26. Choose a 10-km or 5-km trail on streets, pathways andnatural surfaces. For information call 410-437-2164 before 9 p.m. or email

[email protected]. The HappyWanderers will also walk May 27 in St.Mary’s City and May 28 in ChesapeakeBeach. Special hotel rates and boat cruiseare available.

Civil War Living History at SotterleyMeet two Maryland Civil War heroes

portrayed by the Maryland Historical Soci-ety Players 1 p.m. May 26. Clara Barton wasknown as the “Angel of the Battlefield” andwas founder of the American Red Cross.Learn how her courage and generositycommanded the respect of every soldier.Also meet Christian Fleetwood, a Balti-more-born free black man who as a Unionsoldier became one of the first African-Americans to receive the Medal of Honorfor bravery. They will also present a shorttalk and discussion highlighting Civil War-era objects that appear in the MarylandHistorical Society’s exhibit, DividedVoices:CivilWar in Maryland. FREE. Call 301-373-2280 for reservations; space is limited.

Bret Michaels at CMMBret Michaels, pop culture icon and

lead singer of the band Poison, will performhis own hits and Poison favorites at theCalvert Marine Museum 7:30 p.m. May 27.Tickets for the show are $50 for premiumseats and $40 for reserved; additional serv-ice fees apply.Tickets may be purchased byphone at 1-800-787-9454, in person at

Prince Frederick Ford/Dodge, or online atwww.calvertmarinemuseum.com. Becomea CMM member for special perks and theopportunity to purchase the best seats athttp://www.calvertmarinemuseum.com/membership.

Homefront Streetcars exhibitThe National Capital Trolley Museum

observes Memorial Day with a special ex-hibit May 26 - 28 and presentation of twoWorldWar II-era films produced by transitcompanies. Explore the impact of the waron the people of the Capital Transit Com-pany, who supported the efforts of thearmed forces with their labor. Trying tomeet passenger demand with limited re-sources, the Company produced Tilley theTrolley and Billy the Bus to encourage pa-trons to use its services effectively. KansasCity Public Service created Ten Seconds toGo to persuade employees to improvetheir work performance during the na-tional emergency. During Memorial DayWeekend, Museum visitors may step backto the homefront with these films: Tilleythe Trolley and Billy the Bus shown at12:50 p.m. and 2:10 p.m.; Ten Seconds toGo shown at 1:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. Themuseum is open noon - 5 p.m. weekendsand 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. selected weekdaysduring the spring, summer, and fall. Forinformation visit www.dctrolley.org or call301-384-6088.

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and six Convenience Centers will be closed and the St. Mary’sTransit System will not operate.The St. Mary’s County librarieswill also be closed. All Senior Activity Centers will be closedand there will be no Meals onWheels delivery. Normal sched-ules resume May 29.

Military Wife ScholarshipsWives of uniformed service members can attend vocation-

al training programs in the medical field. This year’s grantfunds eight $8,500 scholarships and two $10,000 scholarshipsawarded for tuition for vocational training in one of the fol-lowing fields: dental assistant, medical assistant, medicalbilling and coding specialist, medical insurance technician,patient care assistant/technician, nurse assistant training pro-gram, or medical transcription. Applications will be acceptedthrough June 1. For information visit www.OperationHome-front.net/scholarship.

Parade to honor veteransThe 2012 National Memorial Day Parade will include a spe-

cial public tribute to the IraqWar generation. All Iraq veteransand active duty military are encouraged to participate in honorof the sacrifices of their fallen comrades 2 p.m. May 28 on Con-stitution Avenue in Washington, DC.

Register to voteThe 2012 General Election will take place this November;

register to vote now in a few simple steps with one visit to theNAS Pax River Voting Assistance Office, open 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.every Monday and Wednesday at the Gate One Pass & ID of-fice, Bldg 2189. For information visit www.fvap.gov.

Be cybersecure at work, at homeThe NAVAIR IT Department "Cybersecurity on the Job and

at Home" briefing at the Center Stage theater 8 a.m. - noonMay 30 (ID and clearance verification 7:30 a.m. - 8 a.m.) willstress information assurance and cyberdefense measures to

have in place at work and at home. A guest speaker from theNavy Information Operation Command will present commonprivacy and security practices, with an emphasis on local com-munity cyber-based scams, online security threats to children,and threats to children on social networking sites. Local lawenforcement officials will address the audience following theclassified briefings. Attendees must have a secret clearancevalidated in JPAS prior to the event. To that end, attendeesmust provide name and social security number to Gail Bogieat 301-995-4851 or digitally signed, encrypted email to [email protected] by noon May 25. For information call theNAVAIR National Help Desk at 301.342.3104 or 888.292.5919.

NAVSUP Golf TournamentSupport the Navy Supply Corps Foundation-Patuxent Riv-

er Chapter's 12th annual Capt. Ed Morgan, SC, USN MemorialGolf Tournament starting 9 a.m. (shotgun start) June 14 atCedar Point Golf Course. Register online by June 1 athttp://www.tournevents.com/index.cfm. For information,contact Lt. Cmdr. Josh Hill at 301-995-4059 or Lt. JonathanRichmond at 301-995-2928.

Battle of Midway eventsJune 3; Station Theater: The Battle of the Midway 2 p.m. (free)June 4; River's Edge: Lunch on the LanaiJune 4; Cedar Point Golf Course: Discounted Golf Day, 18holes with a cart $30June 7; West Basin Marina: Christening of the Midway, 2 p.m.

For information, contact Fleet & Family Readiness ProgramDirector Tami Tiell at 301-342-3521 or [email protected]

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Navy Opportunity ForumPreview more than 250 technologies June 4-6 at the Hyatt

Regency, Crystal City,Va. The culmination of the Navy Transi-tion Assistance Program, last year’s event brought togethernearly 1,400 representatives from small business, industry andgovernment. Register at http://www.navyopportunityforum.com/index.php. For information contact Jenny C. Servo at585-594-8641or [email protected].

Asian American executivestraining

Asian American Government Executives Network will holdits annual leadership training conference June 7 at the Dou-bletree Hotel, Crystal City, Arlington, Va. Visit http://www.aa-gen.org for details and registration. DoD has sponsored seatson a first-come-first-served for DoD/Navy employees to at-tend. Call 703-232-6389 for assistance if needed.

Resume, Cover Letter WorkshopNeed help with your resume? Join job counselor Sandra

Holler in a small group to learn what makes a strong resumeand cover letter 10 a.m. - noon June 12. If you have one start-ed, bring it for editing on the spot. Please register. Calvert Li-brary Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410-535-0291 or301-855-1862.

Diversity trainingNAVAIR will host training on diversity and inclusion June

26. Join us for dialogue and discussion of the benefits of a di-verse workforce and explore the opinions, backgrounds, cul-tures and experiences that make NAVAIR and the Navystronger. Frans Johansson, noted diversity expert and authorof "The Medici Effect," will discuss innovation powered by di-versity. NAVAIR's Diversity Day discussions will also highlightand showcase the work of the Executive Diversity Council andthe NAVAIR Diversity Advisory Teams.

NAVAIR is committed to fostering a culture that leveragesand values diversity while ensuring equal opportunities for all.To succeed, we must understand the barriers preventing di-versity and the value gained by fostering an inclusive environ-ment. Training will be held at the River's Edge Catering andConference Center and broadcast nationally viaVTC 10 a.m. -3 p.m. EDT. Register online at http://www.regonline.com/navairdiversityday.


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ANESTHESIOLOGISTThe North Atlantic Regional Contracting Office is procuring Full-Time Indi-vidual Healthcare Providers for Anesthesiologist services. Procurementwill be in accordance with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations(DFARS) 237.104 for the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center,Bethesda, Maryland. ONLY INDIVIDUALS MAY APPLY. OFFERS WILLNOT BE ACCEPTED FROM COMPANIES.

Period of Performance: Positions are typically Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m.to 4:30 p.m. Positions start on or about 29 June 2012, or date of awardthrough 28 June 2013.

Qualifications: Board Certified Anesthesiologist. Licenses and/or Certifi-cations, Education, Experience and Basic Life Support (BLS) and ACLSCertifications by the American Heart Association. Excellent customer serv-ice skills are mandatory. All services will be performed in accordancewith the standards established by JC, HIPPA and MEDCOM Regulations.

The applicants will be evaluated by a technical committee and ranked nu-merically based on their technical qualifications. The Contracting Officerwill then evaluate and negotiate price with the applicable applicant(s) forcontract award.

Only applicants registered in the Central Contractor Registration database(CCR), www.ccr.gov will be considered.

Applicants should send their resumes and/or curriculum vitae toBenjamin Sears and Robert Moffett via Email:[email protected] and [email protected]. Re-sumes must be received by the above address no later than close of busi-ness June 1, 2012.

Upon receipt of resume, applicants will be provided a Request for Propos-al (RFP) by one of the following methods: mailed thru postal service,applicant may pick up from the above address or via e-mail. Your re-sponse to the RFP package should be sent in sufficient time to as-sure arrival by the specified date listed in block 8 of the RFP. TheRFP provides applicant the opportunity to review the Performance WorkStatement/ (Job Description), Terms and Conditions of the Governmentand an opportunity to present his/her hourly rate for performance of work.

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ENT SERVICESThe North Atlantic Regional Contracting Office is procuring Full-Time Indi-vidual Healthcare Providers for ENT services. Procurement will be in ac-cordance with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARS) 237.104for the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, Maryland.ONLY INDIVIDUALS MAY APPLY.OFFERS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FROM COMPANIES.

Period of Performance: Positions are typically Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m.to 4:30 p.m. Positions start on or about 14 July 2012, or date of awardthrough 13 July 2013.

Qualifications: Licenses and/or Certifications, Education, Experience andBasic Life Support (BLS) and ACLS Certifications by the American HeartAssociation. Excellent customer service skills are mandatory. All serv-ices will be performed in accordance with the standards established byJC, HIPPA and MEDCOM Regulations.

The applicants will be evaluated by a technical committee and ranked nu-merically based on their technical qualifications. The Contracting Officerwill then evaluate and negotiate price with the applicable applicant(s) forcontract award.

Only applicants registered in the Central Contractor Registration database(CCR), www.ccr.gov will be considered.

Applicants should send their resumes and/or curriculum vitae to JohnTuray and Robert Moffett via Email: [email protected] [email protected]. Resumes must be received by the above ad-dress no later than close of business June 1, 2012.

Upon receipt of resume, applicants will be provided a Request for Propos-al (RFP) by one of the following methods: mailed thru postal service,applicant may pick up from the above address or via e-mail. Your re-sponse to the RFP package should be sent in sufficient time to as-sure arrival by the specified date listed in block 8 of the RFP. TheRFP provides applicant the opportunity to review the Performance WorkStatement/ (Job Description), Terms and Conditions of the Governmentand an opportunity to present his/her hourly rate for performance of work.

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you are a nurse or therapist, please consider the following position:

Registered Nurse – Part Time, Weekend Alternative, PRNPhysical Therapist – Full Time, Part Time, PRN

The duties include the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of apatient specific plan of care. The position offers a flexible schedule that will

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organizational skills then we would like for you to apply.

Visit our website at www.cphha.orgto complete an application.Fax application and/or resume to 301-274-4731or email [email protected]

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