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The OTIS NOTICE VOLUME 35 NO. 6 MASSACHUSETTS MILITARY RESERVATION 02542 JUNE 2013 considered an official expression by the Departments of Defense or Homeland Security, or the U.S. Government. The appearance of advertisements, including supplements or inserts, in this publication does not constitute an endorsement by the Departments of Defense or Homeland Security of the products or services advertised. The Otis Notice is an unofficial newspaper published monthly in the interest of personnel at the Massachusetts Military Reservation. It is published by the Lujean Printing Company, Inc., a private firm in no way connected with the Departments of Defense or Homeland Security. Opinions expressed by the publisher and writers are their own and are not to be Continued on page 3 Photos by Paul Rifkin Memorial Day Observance at Massachusetts National Cemetery USCG member, MK1 Keith Koehler, Sector SE New England East Providence Division, and two (2) of his three (3) children, Mason and Brenna (wife Nicci and toddler son Beckett not pictured), which all participated in Earth Day, picking up all the trash on Signal Rock Drive where they reside in CG Housing. Diego S. and Lucas H. planted various types of vegetables and flowers in the 4H garden! Congratulations to Breonna Z. winner of the “Strike for a Bike” contest that was held during the “Month of the Military Child” at the Crosswinds Bowling Alley. Around the Base The Cape Cod Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America at its May 11, 2013, annual scholarship event made six awards of $1,500 and $1,000, total value $7,000, to the following (left to right in photograph): Katherine (Katy) A. Smith, Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School, Simmons College, Boston; (Matthew) Hunter Maher, Nauset Regional High School, Bentley University, Waltham, Massachusetts; Kayla Elizabeth Howe, Monomoy Regional School District – Chatham High School, University of Massachusetts, Amherst; Meghan Elizabeth Richer, Monomoy Regional School District – Harwich High School, Fairfield University, Fairfield, Connecticut; Thomas Weston Moakley, Falmouth High School, Georgetown University, Washington, DC. Pictured with the students are Mr. Bill Zammer, guest speaker and award presenter, owner of the Flying Bridge Restaurant in Falmouth where the event was held, and retired Captain Ed Lambert, U. S. Navy, Chairman of the Chapter’s Scholarship Committee. Donations by members and friends of the Chapter fund the awards. Not pictured is scholarship recipient Ashley Raye Barattini, Barnstable High School, Stonehill College, Easton, Massachusetts, who will receive her grant at the June CCC MOAA event. Scholarships are available annually to any high school senior who is a legal resident of the Cape and Islands, even if attending school off Cape. Applicants must be a close relative of someone who is serving or has served honorably in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, Public Health Service or National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration of the United States in any component, active, reserve or National Guard. He or she must present evidence of acceptance to a post-secondary educational institution. Forms are available from and submitted through the guidance office of the high school. Deadline for filing is mid-March. The Military Officers Association of America is a membership organization constituted from active duty and retired officers of all seven uniformed services. Any such officer is eligible to join the Cape Cod Chapter and participate in its functions, including scholarship, charitable and social activities. Contact President Colonel Don Lynde, U. S. Army, retired, at [email protected], or write to CCCMOAA, PO Box 1553, Mashpee MA 02649-1553. MOAA is the nation’s largest and most influential association of military officers. It is an independent, nonprofit, politically nonpartisan organization. With more than 370,000 members from every branch of service - including active duty, National Guard, Reserve, retired, former officers, and their families - it is a powerful force speaking for a strong national defense and representing the interests of military officers at every stage of their careers. It is the leading voice on compensation and benefit matters for all members of the military community. Benefits include expert advice and guidance provided to members. The Cape Cod Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America awards scholarships

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The OTIS NOTICEVOLUME 35 NO. 6 MASSACHUSETTS MILITARY RESERVATION 02542 JUNE 2013

considered an official expression by the Departments of Defense or Homeland Security, or the U.S. Government. The appearance of advertisements, including supplements or inserts, in this publication does not constitute an endorsement by the Departments of Defense or Homeland Security of the products or services advertised.

The Otis Notice is an unofficial newspaper published monthly in the interest of personnel at the Massachusetts Military Reservation. It is published by the Lujean Printing Company, Inc., a private firm in no way connected with the Departments of Defense or Homeland Security. Opinions expressed by the publisher and writers are their own and are not to be

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Photos by Paul Rifkin

Memorial Day Observance at Massachusetts National Cemetery

USCG member, MK1 Keith Koehler, Sector SE New England East Providence Division, and two (2) of his three (3) children, Mason and Brenna (wife Nicci and toddler son Beckett not pictured), which all participated in Earth Day, picking up all the trash on Signal Rock Drive where they reside in CG Housing.

Diego S. and Lucas H. planted various types of vegetables and flowers in the 4H garden!

Congratulations to Breonna Z. winner of the “Strike for a Bike” contest that was held during the “Month of the Military Child” at the Crosswinds Bowling Alley.

Around the Base

The Cape Cod Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America at its May 11, 2013, annual scholarship event made six awards of $1,500 and $1,000, total value $7,000, to the following (left to right in photograph): Katherine (Katy) A. Smith, Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School, Simmons College, Boston; (Matthew) Hunter Maher, Nauset Regional High School, Bentley University, Waltham, Massachusetts; Kayla Elizabeth Howe, Monomoy Regional School District – Chatham High School, University of Massachusetts, Amherst; Meghan Elizabeth Richer, Monomoy Regional School District – Harwich High School, Fairfield University, Fairfield, Connecticut; Thomas Weston Moakley, Falmouth High School, Georgetown University, Washington, DC. Pictured with the students are Mr. Bill Zammer, guest speaker and award presenter, owner of the Flying Bridge Restaurant in Falmouth where the event was held, and retired Captain Ed Lambert, U. S. Navy, Chairman of the Chapter’s Scholarship Committee. Donations by members and friends of the Chapter fund the awards. Not pictured is scholarship recipient Ashley Raye Barattini, Barnstable High School, Stonehill College, Easton, Massachusetts, who will receive her grant at the June CCC MOAA event.

Scholarships are available annually to any high school senior who is a legal resident of the Cape and Islands, even if attending school off Cape. Applicants must be a close relative of someone who is serving or has served honorably in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, Public Health Service or National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration of the United States in any component, active,

reserve or National Guard. He or she must present evidence of acceptance to a post-secondary educational institution. Forms are available from and submitted through the guidance office of the high school. Deadline for filing is mid-March.

The Military Officers Association of America is a membership organization constituted from active duty and retired officers of all seven uniformed services. Any such officer is eligible to join the Cape Cod Chapter and participate in its functions, including scholarship, charitable and social activities. Contact President Colonel Don Lynde, U. S. Army, retired, at [email protected], or write to CCCMOAA, PO Box 1553, Mashpee MA 02649-1553.

MOAA is the nation’s largest and most influential association of military officers. It is an independent, nonprofit, politically nonpartisan organization. With more than 370,000 members from every branch of service - including active duty, National Guard, Reserve, retired, former officers, and their families - it is a powerful force speaking for a strong national defense and representing the interests of military officers at every stage of their careers. It is the leading voice on compensation and benefit matters for all members of the military community. Benefits include expert advice and guidance provided to members.

The Cape Cod Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America awards scholarships

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THE OTIS NOTICEJune 2013VOLUME 35 NO. 6

DEADLINE for the next issue of The Otis Notice is Friday, June 28, 2013. The publish date for the next issue of The Otis Notice is July 4, 2013. News copy may be mailed to P.O. Box 571, Osterville, MA 02655, faxed to 508-428-8524 or e-mailed (Word, MS Publisher, PDFs or within message) to [email protected]. For information about display ads, call 508-428-8900.

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Commander’s ColumnColonel Gregory T. McDonald

Post Commander of Training Site Camp Edwards

Sometimes it is hard to believe that it is already June and the sun is shining when just a short time ago we were getting hit by blizzard after blizzard. Spring and summer days fly by compared to the seemingly longer lasting winter. Going forward regardless of the season, event, or mission, the soldiers of Camp Edwards and the MMR maintain their high level of skill and standard of excellence. Right as the summer sunshine begins Camp Edwards begins its busiest training season to support numerous events and training missions which prepare units and soldiers from all over the region for deployment overseas.

Over 2000 soldiers will train on base this summer performing Annual Training, pre-mobilization training, and other more specialized volunteer courses that involve rigorous physical and mental conditioning. Beginning in June the specialized courses include Air Assault School, Combative School levels 1 and 2, Pathfinder School, and the German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge Course which all test a soldier’s physical and mental prowess. Individuals who volunteer to attend these schools are the types who always want to test themselves, push their limits, and overcome obstacles few would desire to attempt. Needless to say these courses provide soldiers with valuable knowledge and experience they can use throughout their military careers. Soldiers who graduate these schools become subject matter experts and are vital resources for their units as well.

On the surface most people would assume the Guard

would not play a continuing role overseas, but despite drawdown and the discussion of a withdrawal within the next year the Massachusetts National Guard will be deploying two more units in the next few months. Nowadays the National Guard has transformed from a homeland defense force to a mobilization ready, highly proficient, essential overseas asset and the frequent deployments are testament to that. With the 211 MP Battalion and the 3-126 AVN Battalion here on base preparing for deployment, Camp Edwards staff will assist in the quality training they need before mobilization. Regardless of the unit or mission, our staff is working hard as always to provide training and training requirements to all of the soldiers who rely on us. On top of the ongoing military mission requirements, there are recent and future events on base that are worth mentioning.

The construction on building 102 on Generals Boulevard has been completed as you may have noticed. Early on building 102 was the Headquarters of the 26th Infantry Division, Massachusetts National Guard, built in 1937 as part of the Works Project Administration (WPA). Then during the Second World War, two, two-story 700 series wooden buildings were constructed on either side adjacent to the main building. Having a need for more space, the United States Air Force connected the two outer buildings with the original building in the 1950s. In its history the building was used for various purposes, including the Headquarters for Camp Edwards, and after

the 1980s when the Commonwealth Armory in Boston was sold to Boston University; it became the home to the 26th Yankee Division.

Since the 26th Yankee Division was deactivated in 1994 the building remained vacant up until 4 May 2013 when the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony took place officially opening the new Camp Edwards Headquarters. Special acknowledgement goes to COL Richard V. Crivello who was a major factor behind the start and lengthy process of renewing building 102. His commitment to this base is extraordinary and it was my pleasure to assume Command of Camp Edwards. It has been an honor working with COL Crivello and enough cannot be said about his contributions to and his leadership over Camp Edwards, and I wish him well in his new assignment and future endeavors.

The planning of our Annual Camp Edwards Open House on 21-22 September 2013 has already begun. From previous years you may know we will be coordinating with the Otis Civilian Advisory Council, the MMR military branches, units throughout the state, law enforcement, local organizations, reenactment groups, and many others to bring a fun, enjoyable, and informative event to all to experience. Ultimately I hope this year’s event is an even bigger success than last year’s and until then I hope you all have a great summer and enjoy all the Cape and the MMR has to offer. COL McDonald

Grand Opening of the Aviation Simulation Center at Camp Edwards

Aviation SimulatorRibbon Cutting

Photos by Paul Rifkin

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The Masonic Miliatary Assistance Project of Cape Cod (MMAP) announced that it has pledged to donate $2,000.00 to Nam Vets Association of Cape & Islands, headquartered in Hyannis, MA in their support of their activities with Veteran’s Outreach and assistance.NamVets, has recently celebrated its’ 30th Anniversary of providing service to veterans and their families of all eras. Incorporated to a 501 (C) 3 (Non-Profit) organization, the Massachusetts Nam Vets Association of the Cape & Islands look forward to the next 30 years of providing service through it’s officess in Hyannis and the new facility “Veterans Outreach Grace Center (VOGC) in Mashpee. The recently aquired property has been given a new mission…providing rehabilitation services to veterans and their families in a sub-acute outpatient holistic wellness environment; blending traditional therapies with alternative therapies such as: chiropratic, yoga, reiki, acupuncture, manual therapy, alternative sports, nutrition mentoring, financial counseling and much more services. Stand Downs are one part of the Department of Veterans

Affairs’ efforts to provide services to homeless veterans. Stand Downs are typically one to three day events providing services to homeless Veterans such as food, shelter, clothing, health screenings, VA and Social Security benefits counseling, and referrals to a variety of other necessary services, such as housing, employment and substance abuse treatment. Stand Downs are collaborative events, coordinated between local VAs, other government agencies, and community agencies who serve the homeless.

The first Stand Down was organized in 1988 by a group of Vietnam Veterans in San Diego. Since then, Stand Downs have been used as an effective tool in reaching out to homeless Veterans, reaching more than 200,000 Veterans and their family members between 1994-2000.

However, you do not have to be homeless to participate in it! Last year we had free haircuts, intro demonstrations to Reike & Massage Therapy, Representatives from DMV for license renewals (free) and much, much more!

Stand Down Cape Cod 2013 will take place Saturday August 10th on the grounds of Cape Cod Academy in Osterville.

Stand Down is also a military term designating that a combat unit was temporarily moved away from the fighting and back to a base area for rest and rehabilitation.

A civilian Stand Down is an opportunity to provide needed services to local vets including general health screenings, benefits assistance, dental care, and free clothing and hygiene items in a safe and welcoming environment.

The funding for Stand Down Cape Cod 2013 is the result of the Shelter From The Storm concert organized by high school students from across Cape Cod. Larry Brown, a faculty member at Cape Cod Academy and the facilitator behind the Shelter concert stated “it is wonderful for the students to see their hard work leveraged to help so many Vets here on the Cape”. The Duffy Health Center, the Nam Vets Association Outreach Center, and Cape Cod Academy are pleased to be working together to address the needs of Veterans across Cape Cod. To register, please contact Allison Fennell at Duffy Health Center 508-771-9599 or Merrill Blum at Nam Vets Association Veterans Outreach Center 508-778-1590.

WHAT IS A STAND DOWN…. & What can it do for me???

Nam Vets Association is honored recipient of $2,000.00 Donation

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The 2012 Water Quality Report prepared by the 102d Intelligence Wing for Public Water Supplier ID # MA4096001 serving the Massachusetts Military Reservation is now available. Copies may be obtained by calling (508) 968-4263 or via the Internet at www.eandrc.org. Click on Publications, or www.102iw.ang.af.mil/shared/media/document/AFD-120529-032.pdf

As volunteers at the Military Retirees Office at Building 3138, would like to thank the following, for their contributions on our recent roof restoration project to our building.

• The Home Depot Foundation, • For their materials support for this project. Without their support, this

project could not have been accomplished;• Sheriff James Cummings and his Community Service Crew

• Supervised by Director David Neil and Lt. Joseph Brait. Who’s inmate work crew supplied the manpower to accomplish this project;

• The Dunkin Donuts Corporation• For their donation of coffee and donuts for the workers.

• The US Coast Guard Air Station Chiefs Group• For their donation of lunches for the work crew;

• The Falmouth Amateur Radio Association• For their support in this restoration project;

• The Otis Civilian Advisory Council (OCAC)• For their ongoing support of the Retirees Activity Office;

• The Army Twining Hall Mess Facility, CWO5 Ron Correira (Ret),• For his ongoing support for Base activities;

• Lujean Printing Company of Cotuit• For their ongoing support in the publishing of the Otis Notice, in

keeping the personnel on Camp Edwards/Otis ANGB informed of Base activities;

• Steve Cahill, Cape Java, PocassetFor their ongoing support of the Retiree’s Activity Office;

MMR Fire DepartmentFor their continued support.

We would also like to thank the Massachusetts Army National Guard and the 102nd IW for their continued support of this office, to provide services to our military retirees and veterans.

Without the support of the above mentioned, this project could have never been accomplished. With the cooperation of both military and civilian organizations, both on and off the Base, great things can be happen. This type of cooperation will make Camp Edwards and the Otis ANGB a viable facility for now and the future.Thanks again to all!Volunteers at the Military Retirees Office, Bldg 3138

Above: 4H Adventure Club ready the soil for the garden. Left: Molly H. tends to the Otis 4H Adventure Club garden located behind the Crosswinds Activity Center.

Around the Base continued from page 1

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FALMOUTH GTR “RUNS” away with preseason softball titleAfter a very long winter, softball returned to the base as the Jim Tabor Memorial Softball League sponsored by U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Cape Cod held their annual preseason tourney. This year featured nine teams in single elimination play (lose and go home) battling for the mythical preseason title and bragging rights to start the regular season. Falmouth GTR (Got The Runs), coached by Jimbo Redmond and his band of merry men did not disappoint. The two-time defending champs rolled to three straight wins as they set the bar high for the upcoming season. This team is loaded with stars led by SS Caleb Anderson, 2B Chuck Wood, OF Jon “Wheels” Ewing, OF Aaron “The Big Puma” Service and cagey veterans like 3B Tim “Cuzzy” O’Connell and pitcher Paul “Tamale” Simonetti who garnered last year’s MVP trophy in the finals. The OTIS NOTICE Pirates led by Paul Bassick and Phil Wolf have been nipping at GTR’s heels the last two years, finishing second twice. The Pirates opened up the preseason by defeating the Average Joe’s 14-5. Pirate sluggers leading the way were SS Tim Utley who had 5 hits and 3 rbi’s, 1B Ken Kinsella had 4 hits and 2 rbi’s while OF Brian Perry had 2 hits and 4 rbi’s. The Average Joe’s got 2 HR’s from Steve Hester, who is not just an Average Joe. In fact, Steve plays for the Misfits, but he was filling and launched a couple of nice bombs. The Avg. Joe’s are sort of a new team that is rebuilding; they will be coached by Ryan Koch and Nick Borrelli. There is a new team in the league as the CG Air Station hangar has a team; the HC-Toros showed they will be a team to be reckoned with as they mauled the Medical team from CG Clinic by the score of 26-0. Sounds like somebody needed an AED to

jump start the Clinic team! The Toros were led by player-coach Josh Tonneas who bashed 2 HR’s and Danny Todd also busted one deep. Mike Zoltek pitched the shutout as the Toros advanced. The Clinic says that are the team to beat this year, (No, just kidding!) they are out to have some fun and enjoy some softball games; they are led by Sharon Minehart and Amanda Zarate. The Marine Lodge Masons led by Dave Hill, Joe LeBlanc and Morgan O’Neill grinded out a 13-12 victory over the Pave PAWS Air Force team, which is coached by Alvin “D-Train” Dean. But since the Marine Lodge had some scheduling conflicts, Pave PAWS advanced to the next round anyway. Blades of Glory, another Air Station team slugged out a 27-7 win over the Misfits; Blades are led by Levi Berg, Ethan Hill, Matt Steeber, Mike Heximer and Tyler Barrington. The Misfits are led by HR slugger Big “John” Weber, Steve Hester Fred Blumberg, Roger Gray, Tony Lombardi and Chris Lawson. In second round action the Toros proved they are for real as they dropped a close well played game to Falmouth GTR, losing 9-6. The Toros got big hits from Humberto Cruz and Mike Zoltek who each launched a 2-run homer. In the other side of the bracket the Pirates knocked off Pave PAWS 12-9 as Paul Bassick and Trever Ankeny each had 4 hits and 3 runs, Ken Kinsella added 4 hits and pitched a solid game while Joe “JP” Pitta and Phil “Wolfy” Wolf each contributed 3 hits. Pave PAWS started slow but made a rally to force the Pirates sweat out a close win. But the real jewel of the tourney was the semi-final game between Blades of Glory and Falmouth GTR. You would have never known this was a preseason game, and it speaks of the competition that the league will offer this year as it took EXTRA innings for GTR to dull the Blades. GTR won the game, 21-20 in the bottom of the 8th inning on a walk-off homerun by Jon “Wheels” Ewing. What a game! So once again the final featured the same two teams in last year’s finale as GTR took on the Pirates. Unfortunately for the Pirates, this game was decided early as GTR pulled ahead 8-2 after two innings and they coasted to a 9-3 victory with some timely base hits and solid defense, led by the stellar play of SS Caleb Anderson and the pitching of Paul “Tamale” Simonetti. The Pirates made some early mistakes and just did not do enough with the bats, despite getting 2 hits from Andy “Liebs” Lieberwerth (1 HR) and a two-run single from Paul Bassick. Three runs are not going to cut it against the two-time defending champs. GTR got big hits from Chuck Wood, Caleb, Darold “Dewey” Evans, Phil “P-Rod” Rodriguez, Cuzzy O’Connell and Ryan “Snuse” Moore. Clearly they are the team to beat in 2013. Also lurking in the shadows is the Barnstable

County Sheriffs team, although they did participate in the preseason, they will be a force to be reckoned with when the real games begin at the end of May. They are loaded with stars like Chris “Colonel” Potter, perennial HR Derby finalist Chris Card, John Cinelli, Jamie “The Giant” Gendron, Ray-Ray Marks, player-coach Kevin McGuigan, Ron “Carpy” Carpenter and Jamie Sylvia. They feature an all-star at just about every position. So all ten teams are geared up and ready to slug it out on the Otis diamonds and all are thankful for the efforts of CG Rec. Specialist Mitch “Fair” Weathers and AF Rec. Specialist Heather Hurley who have helped get the fields in good shape for the season. So now it’s time to find out who if anyone, can “RUN” down Falmouth GTR and snatch the Jim Tabor Memorial Softball title from their clutches, it won’t be easy, but it sure will be fun trying! Anyone wishing to join a team should contact Mitch Weathers at 508-968-6444. Games are played Monday through Thursday from late May to the end of July and finish up with the playoffs in August.

Story & photos by Mike Camire

Steve Hester pitches the ball, at 1B is Rich Colston.

The Pirates Kirk Souza hustles to 1B.

Play Ball!! Paul “Tamale” Simonetti pitcher for “Falmouth Got The Runs” led his team to 3 straight victories, including a 9-3 victory over the OTIS NOTICE Pirates to capture the preseason tourney and claim bragging rights for the upcoming season.

He’s surrounded! Joe “JP” Pitta of the Pirates scampers into second base surrounded by members of Falmouth GTR, (L-R) SS Caleb Anderson, JP, 2B Chuck Wood, OF Jay Lynch, in the background is OF Darold “Dewey” Evans.

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The Otis 4H Adventure Club got to participate in a program at the Cape Cod BMX track on May 28th. The kids were excited to show how much they were practicing on their bikes just for this night. The hills and turns on the track look very intimidating when standing next to them but the junior mentors were a huge help getting up and down the hills, all the way to the finish line. The hardest thing to remember is to stand up on your bike for the most power and pedal as fast as you can to get up the hills. This BMX

Base 4H Club Visits the BMX Track

by Kailey Pesik, MWR Intern

track is the only one in the country with a bridge that you can go over and underneath while racing. The track is open to ANYONE every Tuesday from 5pm to 8pm. There is another open house on June 8th from 4pm to 5pm. The track is located off of Connery Ave between Turpentine and Frank Perkins Road. If you are planning on heading out to the track make sure you are wearing a long sleeve shirt and long pants and most importantly have fun!

Quinn D. prepares to bike around the next steep & challenging turn!

Faye W. is peddling hard to make it up the next hill.

Darius R. & Leah F. are fearless riding the BMX course!

Kiarra R. takes a break on the crest before the breath-taking descent under the track’s bridge.Darius R. and Leah F. are receiving instruction and

encouragement from one of the BMX track junior mentors.

The Otis Fish & Game Club in partnership with the Massachusetts Division of Fish & Wildlife and the Massachusetts Army National Guard/Camp Edwards where honored once again to host the Massachusetts Youth Turkey Hunt Day (April 27th) at the Massachusetts Military Reservation (MMR) on Cape Cod. We had eleven outstanding young sportsmen/women (Ages 12 – 17) along with there mentors participate and five young hunters where successful. All participates and volunteers had a great time and look forward in hosting it again next year.

Youth Turkey Day!

F-15 fighter jets from the 104th Fighter Wing, Barnes Air National Guard Base, Westfield, Massachusetts, sit on the unit ramp at sunrise on May 1, 2008.

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Play  for  a  living!  Become  a  Family  Child  Care  (FCC)  Provider  Are  you  career  oriented?  Have  you  ever  dreamed  of  working  from  home?  Do  you  enjoy  working  with  Children?    

If  you  answered  ‘yes’  to  any  of  these  questions:  Then  the  Family  Child  Care  business*  is  for  you!    Licensed  Family  Child  Care  Providers  are  certified,  trained  and  supported  by  the  USCG  Health,  Safety  and  Work-­‐Life  Child  Development  Services  Program  at  Air  Station  Cape  Cod.    The  process  to  become  an  FCC  provider  involves  several  steps  including  application,  orientation  and  training.  The  program  includes  a  comprehensive  “lending  locker”  with  everything  you  need  (cribs,  high  chairs,  toys,  and  more)  to  get  you  started.      To  initiate  the  enrollment  process  please  contact:  Jody  Carman,  Child  Development  Services  Specialist,  ASCC  Building  5215  East  Hospital  Road,  508-­‐968-­‐6635  or  [email protected]  

*  Operating  a  Family  Child  Care  home  is  a  privilege  granted  by  the  ASCC  Commanding  Officer.  All  persons  providing  child  care  in  government  owned  or  leased  housing  more  than  10  hours  per  week  must  be  licensed  by  the  USCG.    Unlicensed  child  care  is  a  violation  of  CG  regulations.  Please  contact  Child  Development  Services  at  508-­‐968-­‐6635  to  discuss  any  concerns.      

Tinker Park Outdoor Playgroup

Wednesdays Starting June 5-Aug 21 10:00– 11:30

Health, Safety, Work-Life Child Development Services Program

Tinker Park Outdoor Playgroup

Wednesdays Starting June 5-Aug 21 10:00– 11:30

Health, Safety, Work-Life Child Development Services Program

Spring Fling Art Display MOMC

Shiner Clown critiques art work

The finished product! Sandra gifford, CDC Director, Liz Archibald CDC, and Jody Carman, work-Life show-off the kid’s work

Fae stands next to her self-portrait

To show our appreciation for those who serve in the U.S. Military, and those who have served and whom we recall with gratitude on Memorial Day, the New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park reminds military families that the National Park Service offers an annual pass offering free entrance to all 401 national parks for active duty military members and their dependents.

“We all owe a debt to those who sacrifice so much to protect our country,” said New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park Superintendent Jen Nersesian. “We are proud to recognize these brave men and women and hope that a visit to this or any national park will offer an opportunity to unwind, relax, rejuvenate, and just have fun with their families.”

Active duty members of the U.S. Military and their dependents may pick up their pass at the park visitor center at 33 William Street in downtown New Bedford. They must show a current, valid military identification card to obtain their pass. More information is available at www.nps.gov/findapark/passes.htm.

This military version of the America the Beautiful National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass also permits free entrance to sites managed by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, the Bureau of Land Management, the Bureau of Reclamation, and the U.S. Forest Service. The pass is also available at these locations.

“Through the years, military members, especially those far from home in times of conflict, have found inspiration in America’s patriotic icons and majestic landscapes, places like the Statue of Liberty and the Grand Canyon that are cared for by the National Park Service and symbolize the nation that their sacrifices protect,” said National Park Service Director Jonathan B. Jarvis. “This new pass is a way to thank military members and their families for their service and their sacrifices.”

National parks and the military have strong ties going back to the establishment of Yellowstone as the world’s first national park in 1872. The U.S. Cavalry watched over America’s national parks and did double duty, serving as the first park rangers until the National Park Service was created 44 years later. During World War II, many parks were set aside for the training and care of military personnel. Today, dozens of national parks commemorate military battles and achievements.

THANKINg AMERICA’S ARMED FORCESActive Duty U.S. Military Offered Free Entrance to All National Parks

Active duty U.S. Airforce members of the 6th Space Warning Squadron receive their passes through an outreach effort by New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park.

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Notes of Interest

Membership DriveWANTEDAll Veterans

Amvets Post 70338 Palmer Ave., Falmouth •508-733-2358

The Cape Cod Chapter 26th Div. YDVA is having a membership drive. we meet 4 times a year on base. For more information please contact Harry watling 508-394-7725 or John Crowley 508-759-7936

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1 Mile from Town Shopping Center.

Clippership Landing550 Teaticket Highway - E. Falmouth, MA 02536

508-540-0051

Military Discount

Bourne VFw post 5988 & American Legion post 230

Prime Rib every Tuesday night at 6:30 PM. 12 oz Prime Rib for $10.

You do not need to be a member. Call for menu at (508) 759-5629.

Patrick J. Ruggiero, Post Commander Aptucxet VFW Post 5988

180 Shore Rd • Bourne, MA 02532 1 mile past Bourne State Police Barracks

All military officers – active duty, reserve, National Guard, retired, their spouses, plus spouses of deceased officers – are eligible to join the Chapter. For information, contact Chapter President Colonel Don Lynde, U. S. Army, retired, at [email protected], or write to CCCMOAA, PO Box 1553, Mashpee MA 02649-1553. The Military Officers Association of America is a membership organization constituted from active duty and retired officers of all seven uniformed services. MOAA is the nation’s largest and most influential association of military officers. It is an independent, nonprofit, politically nonpartisan organization. With more than 370,000 members from every branch of service - including active duty, National Guard, Reserve, retired, former officers, and their families - it is a powerful force speaking for a strong national defense and representing the interests of military officers at every stage of their careers. It is the leading voice on compensation and benefit matters for all members of the military community. Benefits include expert advice and guidance provided to members.

Attention: Military RetireesCome pay us a visit at Building 3138 next to the new Fire Station on Richardson Rd. Visit with other retirees, have a cup of coffee.You can check on your benefits or maybe plan a “Space A” trip. We have computer access to the internet.

Office Open: Tues - Wed- Thurs10:00 to 12:00508-968-4175

ASCC MWR June Daily Event Calendar

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Weekly MWR

Events

Lunchtime Workout 11:30a

Army Base Gym

Lunchtime Workout 11:30a

Army Base Gym (through 6/14)

Lunchtime Workout 11:30a

Army Base Gym

Early Bird Bowling 4-6p

Adult Bowling League 6-9p

Lunchtime Workout 11:30a

Army Base Gym (through 6/14)

Early Bird Bowling 5-6p

3-2-1 Bowling

5-9p

Lunchtime Workout 11:30a

Army Base Gym (beginning 6/21)

Early Bird Bowling 4-6p

Red Pin Bowling 4-10p

Early Bird Bowling 4-6p

Open Bowling 4-10p

Youth Events

Kids Tennis Base Gym

4 - 5

4H 4pm @XW

Jr Chef 4:30

Chapel Support

B&G Club

‘Club Ped’ Hiking @Base Gym

4-4:45

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 Beach Passes

Available

8

9 10 11 12 13 Army Air 8:00 shotgun @Falcon

14 OCAC Tourney 11:00 @Falcon

Vet Clinic

Fathers’ Family Night 5-8

15

Tentative Pool Opening

16 Father’s Day

17 18 19 20 21 22

23 24 25 26 Pave Paws 11:00 @Falcon

27 28 29 OCAC Tournament 11:00 @Falcon

Checkout our Website:

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Falcon Golf Course Open

8a-4p Seven Days a Week

Mark Your Calendar for 2013: Vet Clinic dates are 14 June, and 13 Sep

30

Kaehler Clinic 508-968-6582/6572

Kaehler Clinic (afterhours)508-968-6700

Kaehler pharmacy508-968-6702

Tricare 877-TRICARE (877-874-2273)

Tricare pharmacy 866-DOD-TRRX (866- 363-1303)

Deers 800-538-9552

Tricare Active Duty Dental plan866-984-2337 www.addp-ucci.com

The Catholic Cancer Support Group at Our Lady of Victory, a Malta Ministry, will hold its next monthly meeting on Tuesday, June 11th, 2013 at 6 p.m. at Our Lady of Victory in Centerville.The meeting will start with a Mass and Anointing of the Sick at Our Lady of Victory Church at 6 p.m., and then it moves over to the Parish Center for a Summer Potluck Supper. Come join us for conversation, support, and sharing of information. If your last name starts with the letters A through L, please bring a salad or dessert. For those with last names starting with M through Z, please bring an entrée to share. If possible, please drop off your food before the Mass. The committee will provide all paper products and beverages.The Catholic Cancer Support Group of Our Lady of Victory is a Malta ministry and is faith based, but all are welcome: cancer patients, survivors, family and friends. Reservations are not needed.Future meetings will continue to take place at Our Lady of Victory at 230 South Main Street, Centerville on every second Tuesday of the month. For more information, contact Mary Polia at (508) 778-4468 or contact the Parish Office at (508) 775-5744.

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